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This Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 182: Emotionally Uncomfortable Podcast: "The Power of Speaking Your Truth" {Interview with Jessi Shuraleff}Today I'm sharing the episode that I did with Heather Chauvin for her podcast, Emotionally Uncomfortable. In this conversation we dive into a story that I have yet to share in detail and dig into the 'not this. not this. not this' voice that is so often so easy to ignore (or is that just me?).  Listen to her podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/lt/podcast/933-the-power-of-speaking-your-truth-interview/id982980293?i=1000556277346 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessi-shuraleff/message
2022-09-0140 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 182: Local to Legend podcast: How You Can Use Storytelling To Drive Your Business Forward With Jessi ShuraleffToday I share my conversation with Emily Steele, for her podcast, Local to Legend. We dig into how to use storytelling to create connection - personally & professionally.  To listen to more of Emily's podcast, Local to Legend, check it out here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/local-to-legend/id1539714195 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessi-shuraleff/message
2022-08-1830 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 180: The Inspired Women Podcast: Becoming Your Authentic Self Featuring Jessi ShuraleffToday I share part of the conversation I had with Megan Hall of the Inspired Women Podcast. We dive into so many things and you can pick up our conversation by checking out the rest of the episode (start at 30:05) here: https://inspiredwomenpodcast.com/becoming-your-authentic-self-featuring-jessi-shuraleff/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessi-shuraleff/message
2022-08-1133 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 178: The Mid-Career GPS: Your Career is a Jungle Gym, Not a Ladder with Jessi ShuraleffToday I am sharing the conversation I had with my friend John Neral for his podcast, The mid-career GPS. We talked about all the things, but mainly how being able to recognize when and how to pivot has been the cornerstone of my career so far - both in corporate and since leaving.   You can find John's podcast, The Mid-career GPS Podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mid-career-gps-podcast/id1548327541 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessi-shuraleff/message
2022-07-2841 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 176: The Mindful FIRE Podcast Episode: Quitting Google, Taking a Gap Year & Rediscovering Her Truth with Jessi ShuraleffToday I shared a conversation that I had with my friend Adam Coelho for his podcast, The Mindful FIRE podcast. On his podcast he explores mindfulness and the Financial Independence Retire Early movement to uncover the strategies and mindsets to live life with meaning, purpose and financial independence. In our episode, we dive into what it took me to get to the point of leaving Google and feeling financially sound to get there.  Listen to The Mindful FIRE Podcast here: https://www.mindfulfire.org/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j...
2022-07-1452 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 155: I am Not a Liar: A Conversation with Kelly WallaceToday I speak with Kelly Wallace, a CSA survivor, advocate, writer about her journey of growing up with experiencing childhood sexual abuse, and then the added trauma of a large portion of her family not believing her. We unpack it all. What I want to pull out of our conversation is just how bad ass Kelly is.  She was able to, at such a young age, stand so firmly in her truth. Then, while still on her own journey of healing,  be able to speak her truth and advocate for others. More about Kelly:  K...
2022-02-1730 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 130: The Messy Truth(Previously aired 5/31/2020) In the first episode, our host, Jessi Shuraleff, talks about the intention of This Is My Truth. A platform for honest, open conversations. The stories shared are not often spoken about or discussed, but once told, have the ability to shine a light on another perspective, or a much needed conversation. These stories may make us laugh, some may make us cry, but together, we will learn from one another and begin to heal. Because walls need to be torn down, masks need to come off, stories need to be heard in order our truths...
2021-07-2206 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 109: Why Being Direct with Your Boundaries Breeds Success: A Conversation with Justin BreenToday I talk to my friend, Justin Breen about how he took a leap of faith into entrepreneurship to become the CEO of the PR firm BrEpic Communications and author of the No. 1 International Best-Selling Book, Epic Business. A bit more about Justin: Justin is hard-wired to seek out and create viral, thought-provoking stories that the media craves. And he finds the best stories when he networks with visionary entrepreneurs and executives who understand the value of investing in themselves and their businesses. Justin believes strongly in the power of introductions and creates important relationships...
2021-04-1530 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 107: Creating Space to Lead By Leaning Into Your Authentic Self: A conversation with Mitzi RivasToday I chat with my friend, Mitzi Rivas about how she was able to step into her leadership role by leaning into her most authentic self. In our conversation, we discuss what we've learned from holding back and how it can block our own success and keeps the handcuffs on those that we want to serve the most. A bit more about Mitzi in her own words: In 2005, I came across a pair of beautiful, handmade kids shoes designed like little red foxes. I held them in my hand, admiring the fine details — the care an...
2021-04-0841 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 96: Getting Curious: What my 4.5 year old taught me about playground bulliesToday I share a moment that I recently shared with my oldest daughter who will be 5 in a few weeks. We were at a playground and she and a friend started to get picked on by older kids. By the end of the interaction, my 4.5 year old had the 7+ year olds committing to another outdoor playdate the following day. What can we all learn from her? Being curious, asking questions...this leads to connection.  xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider l...
2021-03-0213 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 95: Self-Discovery and Purpose through Failure and Success: A Conversation with Mike IameleToday in my conversation with Mike, we discuss how discovering your purpose in life sounds like a simple task, but sometimes requires trial and error, experiencing failure, and trying new things! In today's episode, we cover: 1) How Mike's discovery of his purpose came after he experienced a large failure, but instead of letting the failure define him, he turned it (unknowingly!) into something greater 2) That we don't want to defined in a way that makes our worth conditional. It's difficult to challenge that notion, but in the process we get to fall in...
2021-02-2546 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 94: Breaking My Handcuffs: Getting the F*ck Out of My Own WayToday I share about the mind f*ck I've been on since leaving Google on January 4th. I share some moments and memories that I've never shared with anyone before that helped me realize that while I'm scared of failure, I'm terrified of being successful and how that has kept me back.  Also, don't forget to check out the Unwind Your Mind Virtual Retreat - which launches March 1st. You can reserve your spot to get access to the conversations here: https://melissa-lyons.com/uymr-jessi-shuraleff xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a n...
2021-02-2401 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 93: How Parenting a Transgender Child Helped her Discover Her Authentic Self: A Conversation with Tammy PlunkettTammy left her career as a registered nurse to stay home and raise her four children. It turned out that she could only take so much Sesame Street and returned to her first love—writing. Tammy spent a few years working solely in fiction then switched gears to non-fiction while she practiced as a life coach and writing coach. After her third child came out as transgender, she focused her work on helping parents of transgender kids, blogging, and writing mainstream articles. She continues to return to her love of writing both fiction and non-fiction. When not at her de...
2021-02-1833 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 92: [Leadership] Getting CourageousWhat if we changed the narrative on courage and it mean that we unequivocally put ourselves first. Not waiting until something happens that forces us to put ourselves first. To me, that is the definition of courage. Because in a world that says humans/mothers/parents/leaders need to put themselves last, having the courage to flip the script & boldly claim that you are putting yourself first - unequivocally - is courageous. Today I talk about this and also give some tips on how to practically do this.  I also announced that I was asked to be a...
2021-02-1715 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 91: Motherhood Amidst a Pandemic: A Conversation with Marisa DonnellyMarisa Donnelly is a writer, editor, teacher, and CEO of Be A Light Collective and Donnelly's Daily Apple Homeschool, educational companies/communities dedicated to inclusion and relationship-building. She is the founder of Momish Moments, a vertical dedicated to empowering journeys of motherhood, the co-founder of Step By Step Parents, a resource platform for blended families, and the host of the VulnerABILITY Podcast. In today's conversation, Marisa opens up about her journey into motherhood and how the pandemic has changed and influenced her relationship with herself, motherhood, her step son, and her fiancé. In t...
2021-02-1132 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 90: [My Truth] What COVID Testing & Fertility Treatments Have In CommonToday I share about several moments in my life where I've acted as part of a herd mentality (herd mentality describes how people can be influenced by their peers to adopt certain behaviors on a largely emotional, rather than rational, basis) and how taking the leap from Google may have been the first time in my life where I've truly & intentionally broken free from that mentality.  Enjoy! xoxo,  Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, co...
2021-02-1010 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 89: Breaking the Handcuffs - Navigating Pregnancy as a Man: A Conversation with Trystan ReeseTrystan Reese is an established thought leader, educator, and speaker, focusing on issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion. He is a professionally trained anti-racism facilitator and curriculum designer, studying under Rev. Dr. Jamie Washington at the Social Justice Training Institute. Trystan has also been organizing with the trans community for nearly two decades and has been on the frontlines of this generation’s biggest fights for LGBTQ justice. Trystan launched onto the global stage as “the pregnant man” in 2017 when his family’s unique journey gained international media attention. He was invited to give closing performances for The Moth...
2021-02-0449 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 88 [Leadership] It's OK to Not be OK All the TimeToday I talk about leadership & before you hit skip, let me be clear...if you are a human on this earth, you are a leader. As leaders, I think our default is to carry the weight of our team on our shoulders. Shoulder their worry, their hurt and there are many times that is needed, but not all the time. I share a recent example of when I showed up as a leader & allowed others to show up as well.  xoxo,  Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd lo...
2021-02-0213 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 87: How Burnout Made Her a True Leader: A Conversation with Deirdre YuwzaDeirdre is a kick ass Corporate Finance Leader, Mom of 2 and Reiki enthusiast. After battling burn out both from a motherhood and corporate perspective, Deirdre is excited to share her story of coming back from burn-out to living in alignment and joy. In today's discussion, we cover: 1) Learning to listen to the signs that you're pushing too hard to avoid burnout 2) Advocating for your needs in a corporate environment. You are allowed to have boundaries and change the narrative! 3) Identifying and overcoming fears while also learning to be vulnerable and connect...
2021-01-2843 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp 86: Don't compare your beginning to someone else's middle"We delight in the beauty of the butterfly but rarely admit the change it has gone through to achieve that beauty." - Maya Angelou The comparison game - we all do it, but it sucks, doesn't it? Today, I dive into a story about a lesson I learned from reading a letter that was written to my grandfather over 20 years ago about regrets. Life is too short to live with regrets. What are you doing today to make one of your dreams a reality?  xoxo, Jessi xoxo, Jessi This i...
2021-01-2714 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 85: From Breaking the Handcuffs to Living On Her Own Terms: A Conversation with Sara Young WangSara is a career change coach for millennial professionals who are unhappy in their jobs or careers. Most of her clients are in jobs they worked hard for and thought would make them happy, but they're finding themselves exhausted and increasingly miserable. They know they need to do something to change their situation and know this line of work isn’t for them, but don't know what to do about it. There’s a lot of confusion and 'I don’t knows'. They’re wondering how to get from where they're at now to a life they enjoy. A...
2021-01-2145 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 84: "It's Not Fair, Mama" A glimpse into my journey as a mom learning to unlearn racial & cultural biases"The time is always right to do what is right." Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.  Today I dive deep into a question posed to me on Instagram: "Do you find it hard to understand where others are coming from based on your background? Do you get blind sighted by cultural experiences you didn't know growing up?" These are good f'ing questions and I dig deep into explaining my upbringing, getting honest about my privilege & how it was with this foundation that I have been able to learn of & unlearn a lot of my biases in order to c...
2021-01-1928 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 83: From Shattering the Glass Ceiling to Building Her Own Glass House: A Conversation with Dallas LombardiWith 18 years in the hospitality and event industry, Dallas has been directing some of the most prominent and influential hospitality teams in downtown Toronto while producing first-class events. Today she lives in Hamilton, Ontario and she is the VP of Sales and Special Events at Equal Parts Hospitality. She also offers corporate consulting and coaching mentorship services with a focus on hospitality, leadership and lifestyle. Dallas is a writer and a blogger. She openly shares her journey and the things that no one talks about to humanize the executive experience and to empower those in her community...
2021-01-1448 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 82: Aspiring to be Undefinable [My Truth Tuesday]"Labels can only confine. Aspire to be Undefinable." Colin Wright Today I share my truth about how I've been struggling, 1 week since leaving Google, with how to identify myself in this new world I've created for myself. I've lived the better part of the 36 years of my life by labels - Googler, Wife, Infertility Warrior, Mom - and now I don't want to be labeled a SAHM, I don't want to be labeled an entrepreneur. I want 2021 to be the year of Jessi - truly & authentically me.  In this episode, I share: *How I...
2021-01-1217 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp.81: I'm calling BS on your handcuffs (you're welcome)In today's conversation I am going to piss a lot of you off by telling you the truth, and sometimes the truth hurts (you're welcome in advance). I call bullshit on your excuses aka your handcuffs. Because you know what, we only get one life and when we are honest with ourselves & get clear on what we want, we can take intentional action. I also get really honest about the process it took to get to the point where I could leave my well paid job at Google and (spoiler alert!) we had to make hard financial decisions (we...
2021-01-0833 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 78: Learning to Surrender: A Conversation with Marcie MinchowToday I have a conversation with my friend Marcie. Marcie shares a bit about her journey and the path she's on in learning that in order to continue to grow, you must start with yourself and part of that journey is learning to surrender. And boy, was (is!) that a lesson that was hard for me to personally learn. But in learning that lesson, Marcie learned the importance of community. More about Marcie: I am 32 and a working single mom of a beautiful 5 year old daughter. I love running, random adventures, and having time alone to reflect...
2020-12-2433 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 77: Owning Ourselves: Meliea BlackMy conversation with Meliea is all about owning yourself. There is no one right way to live or parent, and we are all just trying to do the best that we can! No one else "has it right" either, and comparison just makes us feel inadequate. We can (and need to) express love to ourselves and our families by sitting in our discomfort and redefining what love looks like to us - and it may not be the way our own parents did it! More about Meliea: Meliea is an author, mother, multipassionate entrepreneur...
2020-12-2246 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 76: The Law of Attraction and Other Matters: Sausha DavisMy conversation with Sausha Davis was so much fun. We discussed the Law of Attraction and how sometimes we need to let go of control to see the results we want (which is much easier to say than to do)! We're all going to have highs and lows throughout the process of life, but learning to recognize where you are will allow you to know what steps you need to take to get to your goal. We want everyone to remember that even though society gives mixed messages, you are allowed to feel, you are allowed to succeed, and...
2020-12-1745 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 75: The Importance of Money Mindset: Rho ThomasMy conversation with Rho Thomas is all about money. Money tends to be a taboo topic in our society, which leads to lack of education on making appropriate financial decisions, and can ultimately lead to excess debt and stress! Contrary to popular belief, it is our mindset about money, rather than the quantity of money, that needs to change to allow us to gain more control of our finances and gain the financial freedom and flexibility we desire. More about Rho: Rho Thomas is an attorney, mindset strategist, and personal finance coach who believes that true wealth...
2020-12-1529 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 74: It's ok to NOT be ok: Lauren JaneI'm excited to share my discussion with Lauren Jane! Lauren dealt with the isolation and stress of putting on the appearance of perfection for the outside world. Over time she realized that holding in her stress, grief, and anxiety over past and current life events was making her feel unhappy and and less-than, so she decided to make a change. Her message is clear: you are important, your voice matters, and you should never be afraid to speak up or ask for help. More about Lauren: Maya Angelou encourages us to be kind when we don't what...
2020-12-1050 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 73: Community Can Grow From Heartbreak: Alisa OttoIn today's conversation, I discuss with Alisa Otto how finding community in hard times can be the support you need to make it through. Alisa has struggled with miscarriages, ectopic pregnancy, preeclampsia, and postpartum depression, and has focused on speaking up and speaking out about these issues to help form a community for women experiencing similar challenges. We also discussed how an integral part of her healing journey has included hiking and the outdoors, and even encouraged her to start her own outdoor clothing company! More about Alisa: Be sure to check out Alisa's clothing...
2020-12-1045 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 72: Sharing Solace: Crystal WebsterGrief has a way of being universal, but also unique, and in today's discussion with Crystal Webster we discuss just how challenging and taboo grief can be in our society. After the untimely death of her infant daughter, Crystal struggled to regain her sense of purpose and identity. She lived every day waiting to die, until she realized that she needed to make a change. Crystal has been able to turn her grief into an organization that helps others, but it was not an easy road. "Everything happens, you find the reason." More about Crystal: Her infant...
2020-12-0334 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 71: You are Enough: Katie DirkswagerIn my conversation with Katie, we discussed how standing up to workplace harassment set Katie on a path of self-discovery and success. We talked about the importance of being where we are on our journey, and that even though we may not be able to see the light while we’re in the darkness, there is always a reason for our experiences. It is also important to remember that no matter where we are, what phase of life we are in, or what our struggles may be, we are enough. “You’re worth taking the time to learn...
2020-12-0135 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 70: Your Inner Voice: Teresa AmeliaToday's interview is with Teresa Amelia, a fertility warrior who lost herself in her journey, only to rediscover herself and come out of the journey more confident in herself. We discussed the importance of listening to your inner voice by living your life authentically and unapologetically! This often means we have to let go of control and learn to fight the current of very loud cultural and societal expectations.  More about Teresa: I consider myself an infertility warrior. I grew up saying I didn't want kids but got caught up in society expectation when I met and f...
2020-11-2741 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 68: Let HER Out: A Conversation with Natalie SistonToday I have a conversation with my friend, Natalie Siston, who is a kickass female who shares about her journey of losing herself and ultimately reclaiming who she is and shining brightly to do so. Natalie and I talk about her journey to becoming a mom, being a women in corporate America, losing yourself to the mommy label and, most importantly, how to reclaim who you've always been.  More about Natalie: Natalie’s career has taken her from Silicon Valley to the Fortune 100 and into entrepreneurship, but being raised in Republic, OH (population 600) is where she learned her...
2020-11-1941 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 67: Live For Another: A Conversation with Dillon HillIn today's conversation, I chat with Dillon Hill about how storytelling is all about vulnerability, and how he's used this concept to create a platform that is literally about ensuring humans are seen & heard. Dillon shares his own truths about paths that he took (or didn't take) and how leaning into vulnerability has led him on paths he never could've imagined.  To follow Dillon on his journey follow him on Insta at @liveforanotherdocs or at https://liveforanother.com/. I hope you enjoy our conversation! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a...
2020-11-1739 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 66: Don't Stay Silent: A Conversation with Caleb HarrisToday I have a conversation with Caleb Harris, who as a child experienced a disability due to a domestic abuse situation. This led to Caleb becoming silent & too afraid to ask questions. Eventually, Caleb began to talk to others, and now speaks out on behalf of men about mental health and why it's important to find your community to share. Caleb does this on his very own podcast, Shall We Continue, which you can find on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/caleb-harris9. YOu can also follow him on instagram at @calebhatescake or on his blog: Blog: https://unpopularopinionsdots.com/
2020-11-1320 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 65: Love Notes to my Body: A Conversation with Nicole AyersToday I have a conversation with a magical human, Nicole Ayers. Nicole shares about her self love journey, one body part at a time. But deeper than that, Nicole and I talk about the underlying theme of why self love is something many of us need to re-learn - judgment & the comparison game. I know you know what I'm talking about. :)   More about Nicole in her own words: Nicole C. Ayers is the award-winning author of Love Notes to My Body and its two body-positive companion books. She’s been invited to speak about the importance of wom...
2020-11-1044 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 64: I was Afraid I Didn't Like My Children: A Conversation with Megan RempelWhat is that truth that deep down you had a hard time admitting, even to yourself? Megan speaks a truth that I would guess many parents have had, but are too afraid to admit. So many of us will be able to relate to Megan's story (I know I did!) but the ultimate truth was, Megan had to dig deep and find how to like HERSELF first. When you're giving your energy to everyone else, you have nothing to give to yourself and that makes you feel all sorts of things (for me it was resentment!).  You c...
2020-11-0636 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 63: We are All Perfectly Imperfect: A conversation with Christopher Boorman"Community is about embracing our human imperfections and loving each other regardless"  Today I have a conversation with Christopher Boorman about how as humans we are all perfectly imperfect. Christopher shares a bit about his journey being bullied growing up, as well as how making the decision to be childless has made him feel isolated at times within his community.  To follow Christopher on his journey, you can find him on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwiz0LWnWsYxyhy671sdmmg or on Istagram at @christopherboormanspeaks. About Christopher: Born in Queens, raised in Co...
2020-11-0345 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 62: Standing in Her Truth: A Conversation with Neelu KaurToday I have a conversation with Neelu Kaur about cultural conflicts that she's experienced personally & professionally, as well as digging into why it's so difficult to self promote (especially as a female!) in today's society.  More about Neelu: Neelu Kaur is a Corporate Facilitator, Leadership & NLP (Neurolinguistic Programming) Coach, and Stress Management Specialist. She holds a BS from NYU’s Stern School of Business, an MA in Social & Organizational Psychology from Columbia University, and is a certified NLP Practitioner and Coach from the NLP Center of New York. Neelu has 15 years of experience specializing in Adult Learning & Lea...
2020-10-3041 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp 61: The Perfect Gay Life: A Conversation with Megan PulvermacherToday I had a conversation with Megan Pulvermacher where she shares her coming out story and the impact that has had on herself, her family. Megan opens up about the guilt she has felt about how her coming out has impacted those around her, particularly her family. We also talk about how even though on the outside, it may look like someone has "the perfect gay life" that may not always be the case, and why there is such a need for community, for connection & ultimately, the ability to sit, listen & be therefore someone, no matter what. It was...
2020-10-2742 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp: 59: Embracing the Uncomfortable: A Conversation with Terry Tucker About Cancer & AmputationToday I have a conversation with Terry Tucker who shared his journey with a rare form of  rare form of melanoma that presented on the bottom of his foot. This led to almost five years on the drug, Interferon, along with the amputation of his foot and leg. Throughout this journey, he learned to embrace the uncomfortable times that we all experience in our lives and using them to make us stronger. We talk a lot about what holds us back from being the best person we're capable of becoming, in addition to what it's like to just exist & g...
2020-10-2042 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 58: Being Vulnerable on the Page: A Conversation with Lorna RoseToday I have a conversation with Lorna Rose about ALL. The. Things. All the things that so many people don't use their voice to share, and I'm so grateful for people like Lorna who do use their voice. We talk about how she didn't feel bonded with her son after birth, parenting special needs children as well as breaking the cycle of abuse for her children.  A bit more about Lorna: Lorna is a poet and writer of narrative nonfiction. Her work has appeared in several literary journals and has been recognized by PNWA and the Oregon P...
2020-10-1537 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 57: Taking Off Your Mask: A Conversation with Susan De LorenzoToday I have a conversation with Susan De Lorenzo about that feeling that we've all had at some point or another -- feeling like a fraud. Living your life with your mask up, your armor up, so damn high. And how sometimes, when those walls you've built up around yourself crumble (intentionally or not) how it allows us to overcome those beliefs, overcome our adversities and move forward into the life that we're meant to live.  More about Susan: Life Coach Susan De Lorenzo focuses on helping women who are emerging from life-altering adversities and guides them t...
2020-10-1331 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 56: Speaking Out about Trauma: A conversation with Janine WirthToday I have a conversation with Janine about Trauma, and boy did I learn a lot both about myself and how I view & process trauma and how our society views & processes trauma. Janine shares a bit of her journey after surviving a hijacking, kidnapping and attempted rape at gunpoint at age 18. Janine shares her story with such rawness & underscores the vulnerability it takes to share ones story, but the healing process that can occur once you do.  A bit more about Janine: Janine aka "the trauma whisperer" is an internationally recognised trauma expert, licensed psychotherapist, clinical hypnotherapist a...
2020-10-0840 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 55: A Metamorphosis: From Sex Worker to Advocate: A conversation with Courtney KubovcikToday I had a conversation with my friend, Courtney Kubovcik, and just WOW. Courtney is raw, real & honest about her journey that has taken many twists & turns. From living in a fundamentalist group for 10 years to eventually leaving & readjusting to life outside that group, to enduring physical abuse from an ex-boyfriend, to eventually turning to sex work as a professional dancer. Throughout this journey Courtney has learned we are all beautiful and imperfect beings that hide our imperfections and therefore hide important parts of ourselves. Trauma affects all persons whether or not they are consciously aware of it, and...
2020-10-0647 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp 54: SHOW UP as Your True Self: A conversation with John NeralToday I have a conversation with my friend, John Neral. In our conversation, John shares his journey of how he had to work through a conservative Catholic upbringing in order to truly SHOW UP as his authentic self. He shares, vulnerably, his coming out story and how he navigated family relationships in order to show up authentically as himself. It was an honor to have this conversation with John & I can't wait for you to hear it!  A bit more about John: John Neral, MA, CPC reawakens, energizes, galvanizes, and innovates the mind think of employees, corporations, a...
2020-10-0141 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 53: Seeing the Silver Lining in Surviving Domestic & Family Court Abuse: A conversation with September BurtonIn today's conversation I talk with September Burton who shares her story of survival of both domestic abuse but also family court system abuse. We speak about her journey, how she's had to make a decision that no mother should ever have to make and ultimately how using our voice can empower others to stand together, and most importantly, to heal.  A bit more about September: Champion for Women Survivors of Domestic Violence  Fertility expert and abuse survivor, September Burton is a Champion for Women Survivors of Domestic Violence. After years of emotional, verbal, physical ab...
2020-09-2946 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 52: Breaking Down Destructive Masculine Pride: A Conversation with Rich CebadaToday I have a conversation with Rich Cebada who shares his journey in breaking down destructive, masculine beliefs both culturally & societally. Rich goes deep and vulnerable and I think anyone, male or female, can relate to our conversation.  More about Rich: I'm an NYC native who's a marketing professional and has fallen in love with health and fitness and holistic wellness. After a deep depression and a dare from my brother led me to a 130lb weight loss journey, I decided to devote my life to health and fitness advocacy. To continue to follow him o...
2020-09-2434 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 51: MyTruthTuesday: Finding My Voice in My Marriage...you know, during a global pandemicToday I share a really raw moment that I wrote about my marriage. During this pandemic, I've had so many moments - good, bad & ugly. And I've had so many people reach out and ask how they can share their stories. So I wanted to share both this moment and also the framework I use to write out and process my moments. I also announce my *FREE* Write Your Moments of Truth Mini-Series which is a 5 day series that begins on Monday, October 15th. Each day that week, you’ll receive a daily lesson/prompt each day via email, al...
2020-09-2219 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 50: Normalizing Mental Health: A Conversation with Michelle DickinsonToday I share a conversation I had with Michelle Dickinson about ALL.THE.THINGS. It was such a good conversation and Michelle shares some personal stories around mental health and why it's her mission to break the stigma attached to mental health. In relistening to our conversation though, I couldn't help but think that the common thread in our conversation was that people want to be seen & heard - and that's not always easy to do in our current culture. So take a moment, pause, think about those moments when you just wanted to take off the mask but...
2020-09-1842 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 49: Standing Up for What You Need: A Conversation with Sheena about her Partner's AnxietyToday I have a conversation with my friend, Sheena, about the moment she stood up and asked for what she needed of her partner to deal with his anxiety. Our conversation is so relatable, even if you do not have a partner dealing with anxiety, because we all have had moments where we've put other's needs before our own. In the moment that Sheena shares, it's a pivotal moment for both her and her relationship and one, I believe, we can all learn from (that and Sheena is overall just a badass!).  I hope you enjoy the c...
2020-09-1534 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp 48: An Infertility Journey Using an Egg Donor: A conversation with Erin RidleyToday I talked to Elena Ridley who shares her infertility journey and how, while her journey took unexpected twists & turns, her truth is that it all works out in the end. When you're in the thick of an infertility journey, that's not always easy to hear or wrap your head around it, but Elena's journey is one that epitomizes this truth. Learn how she ultimately found her egg donor through a connection on social media. Follow her on her journey at @lenaridley on Instagram.  I Hope you enjoy the conversation! xoxo, Jessi This i...
2020-09-1053 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 47: MyTruthTuesday: When You've Realized You're Looking Outwards Not In For Validation“Let your energy be used to build, not destroy.” - A teabag wisdom  Today I share the first #MyTruthTuesday in quite some time. If I'm being truly honest, I've been dealing (or in my case, not dealing) with some emotional shit that I wanted to shove down deep. I've been wanting to build up really tall walls, but I know (now) when I do that, it's not good for anyone, least of all myself. And in reflecting on why I've been wanting to build walls, I've realized that recently I've been looking outwards for validation instead of inwar...
2020-09-0923 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 46: Shattering the Stigma of Alcoholism: A Conversation with Nancy McKayToday I have a conversation with Nancy McKay who shares her very personal story around her journey with alcohol. In our society, there is such a stigma around alcoholism, yet there is so much focus (and pressure!) to drink, especially in quarantine times. Nancy vulnerably shares her journey, her rock bottom & her perspectives on why there is such a stigma around alcoholism in today's society. I also share a pretty vulnerable moment around my own relationship with alcohol. About Nancy: Nancy J. McKay is the Founder of Amazing Outlook Coaching, LLC. Nancy believes...
2020-09-0344 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 45: A Partner's Perspective on Maternal Mental Health: A Conversation with MikeToday I have a conversation with my friend Mike about a partners perspective on Maternal Mental Health. Generally, maternal mental health is often a topic that so many people, women included avoid talking about, but it's such an important topic of conversation. Just as important is the partners perspective, so I am grateful for my conversation with Mike. In our conversation, Mike shares resources that he and his partner found useful during their journey.  xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider l...
2020-09-0126 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 44: Leaning Into Uncomfortable Conversations Around Race & Social Justice: A conversation with Sara & MisashaToday I had the honor of having a conversation with Sara & Misasha, the co-founders of the social justice podcast, Dear White Women. In our conversation, Sara & Misasha get raw & authentic about their own experiences with racial injustice and why leaning into this conversation isn't always easy but is so important.   Dear White Women is an award-winning weekly podcast dedicated to easing you into real and uncomfortable conversations about racial and social justice. The show is co-hosted by two half-Japanese, half-White mothers with very mixed race children, who believe that when we learn about our nation’s history and...
2020-08-2747 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 43: You can be a Light in the World When There is a Little Bit of Darkness Inside You: A Conversation with Ryan HarnedyToday I have a conversation with my friend, Ryan Harnedy. Honestly, there are so many gems in this conversation. Ryan shares his experiences with anxiety, panic attacks and depression will such an openness & vulnerability. I wish I'd re-listened to this conversation as I was in my own downward spiral with anxiety & overwhelm over the last two weeks, because Ryan shares not only his experiences but also some tangible tips on ways he's been able to manage his anxiety & depression.  You can follow Ryan and his writing at the HardTimes.Net: https://thehardtimes.net/author/ryan-harnedy/. Be sure t...
2020-08-2645 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 42: Sharing Her Truth: Unexpected Pregnancies: A Conversation with Ms. Camay McClureToday I have a conversation with a friend, Ms. Camay McClure. Camay is no stranger to stepping into her light & speaking her truth - even if it's not a truth others want to hear. That's why I was honored when Camay decided to share a truth she's not spoken publicly about before. In speaking her truth, Camay shares her journey with not one, not two but three unplanned pregnancies. In sharing her truth, Camay hopes to provide her perspective to those who may find themselves in that situation.  About Ms. Camay: Ms. Camay is a p...
2020-08-2031 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp 41: Vulnerability Births Solidarity: A Conversation with Jamina Bone about Maternal Mental Health (and so much more!)“We believe the perception of perfection leads to isolation but VULNERABILITY births SOLIDARITY. “ —Jamina Bone In a mash up of both a #MyTruthTuesday and a conversation with Jamina Bone, I share my epiphany around how when I'm in a downward spiral, the story I tell myself is that I can do this all on my own, I don't need help, and just how dangerous that can be (for me). I share a vulnerable moment around my feelings around asking for help. Which is then juxtaposed against my conversation with Jamina Bone, illustrator, community curator, and all around badass...
2020-08-1856 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp 40: Trust Yourself. Trust the Process. Trust Your Journey: A Mother's Infertility Journey. A Conversation with Lisa WhiteToday I had a conversation with Lisa White, author of the book Hold on, Baby. Lisa shares her journey to motherhood with honesty, compassion & understanding. For those who have been on this journey, or are on this journey - it can feel like your life is out of your control. But Lisa shares her perspective on how you have control - more than you realize.  To follow Lisa & her journey, reach out to her at her website at www.ivfmanifestingamiracle.com or on Instagram: @ivf.manifesting.a.miracle xoxo, Jessi This is My T...
2020-08-1341 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 39: The Power In Owning Your Vulnerability: A conversation with Katie AllenYou know those people you meet who you instantly want to become friends with them? That was how I felt when I first met Katie, and in each conversation since, I've learned so much. She is a force to be reckoned with and is all around a badass human who is using her superpower of vulnerability to help others. In our conversation, Katie is raw, real & vulnerable about all the things - quarantine life,  the ups & downs of looking inward & trusting yourself, to breaking stigmas.  More about Katie: Lipstick Fanatic. Podcaster. Mom Katie’s mi...
2020-08-1140 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp 38: You Are Not Alone: A Conversation with Oleg LoughweedToday I have a conversation with Oleg Loughweed, founder of OvercomingOdds.today. In our conversation, Oleg shares his own story of emancipating himself at 12, being put in the foster care system in Russia and then ultimately being adopted by his family and moving to Ann Arbor, MI. During our conversation, Oleg shares his thoughts on how he's been able to gain perspective on the beginning years of his life. While your experience may not be similar to Oleg's, hearing his story brings so many connections & common threads that can be woven in all of our stories. We are not...
2020-08-0642 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp 37: MyTruthTuesday: Give Yourself PersmissionFor this #MyTruthTuesday, I go deeper in some moments where I've recognized I am suppressing my emotions, building up walls and share lessons I've learned from doing so. Most importantly, I share the mantra that keeps running through my head recently....Give yourself permission. Give yourself permission. It bears repeating because how many of us stop ourselves, build up walls, suppress emotions, before we give ourselves permission to feel?! I know I do! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving...
2020-08-0417 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 36: A Story of Child Loss: A Conversation with Katelynn SmithToday I have a conversation with Katelynn Smith who shares her story around child loss. Katelynn is candid & authentic about her story and even if you are not a parent, I think you will find a takeaway that resonates with you. You can follow Katelynn on her journey by joining her FB Group aimed at creating a space for her & others to share their own experiences in an unfiltered way: https://www.facebook.com/groups/135047460451982/about/ xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think...
2020-07-3027 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 35: My Truth Tuesday: When I finally admitted I was unhappyToday I shared the moment. The moment when I was finally raw & honest with myself and my husband that I was no longer happy. As women, and especially moms (especially moms who struggled with infertility!) we often don't allow ourselves to admit when we're not happy. Why is that? I explore my own beliefs and how I worked through some of them.  I hope you enjoy! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate t...
2020-07-2814 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 34: Layers of Confidence: A Conversation with Anastasia WashingtonToday I chat with Anastasia Washington who shares her story of how her anxiety manifested in an eating disorder.  But at the heart of our conversation we talk about layers. We all have layers to ourselves, our emotions & how we internalize & externalize what's happening around us. When we can understand that about each other (and ourselves!) perhaps we can all be a bit more empathetic to one another.  You can follow Anastasia on her journey at https://www.anastasiawashington.com/ or listen to her (hilarious!) podcast Cereal Killer or follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.co...
2020-07-2341 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 32: Find Your Voice. Speak Your Truth: A Conversation with Elissa WeinzimmerToday I am so excited to share my conversation with Elissa Weinzimmer. I think most of us can relate to the notion of losing our voice...most of us metaphorically. Elissa's journey is one of a literal loss of voice and what that meant to her identity. She and I are on similar missions to create safe spaces where you can talk about things you don't talk about anywhere else.  More about Elissa: Elissa Weinzimmer is Founder of Voice Body Connection, empowering speakers and singers to have healthy, powerful voices. She has been a voice and presence coa...
2020-07-1638 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 31: My Truth Tuesday: Have you ever felt like you've lost yourself?In today's #MyTruthTuesday, I talk about a recent conversation with a friend where we discussed how sharing & listening to other's stories can be polarizing and how our brains start to create judgements about our own moments and how they stack up (or don't). I get it. I do it too. But what I've realized is that despite our moments of truth/stories may be bigger or smaller than someone's else's when you're not sharing your truth, you're not honoring yourself. In reflecting on that conversation, I realized that there while I can't pinpoint the specific moment where I began...
2020-07-1421 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 30: Looking Inward Drives Outward Success: A conversation with Chelsea RiffeToday I have a conversation with Chelsea Riffe, and I have to say, I think I have a girl crush. Not only do we share a love of Chicago, but Chelsea was raw, real & honest...all things I love in a good conversation. In our conversation, Chelsea shares her truth, which is that looking inward drives outward success. She shares her journey in making the decision to leave her well paid corporate job & move to Australia for a year to explore herself & the world. During her journey she experienced judgement & shame, but it was through looking inwards & doing the...
2020-07-0941 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My Truth29: My Truth Tuesday: My Dance with ResistanceToday I talk about my recent, but always present, dance with resistance. How I recognize it, use it to my advantage & work through it. Because when we are living in our comfort zone, we're not actually living our lives. I also talk about my 30 day challenge to myself, which is to take 1 messy micro-action each day that will help me move through my resistance and get me out of my comfort zone into living my truth.  What is 1 messy micro-action you can take over the next 30 days? xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth i...
2020-07-0831 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 28: Breaking My Silence: A conversation with Jenn SadaiToday I chat with Jenn Sadai about her journey from being a drug-addicted thief who felt trapped in an abusive relationship to the confident & capable marathon-runner that she is today. Jenn is candid, honest & frank about her journey and I absolutely love that in her first book, a memoir, Dark Confessions of an Extraordinary, Ordinary Woman, her tag line is "Too many women suffer in silence. Today I am breaking mine." Statistics say that 1 in 4 women have been in an abusive relationship. Jenn breaking her silence creates space for others to see reflections of their own stories.  Y...
2020-07-0232 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEp. 27: My Truth Tuesday: The promise I made to myself when I learned my daughter has sensory processing needsIn today's #MyTruthTuesday, I share a moment that I wrote about recently that dives into when we first learned L may need occupational therapy for some sensory input issues. Spoiler alert, I didn't handle it all that well, but as I was writing out my moment, I realized that I made a promise to my daughter and myself that day that I never fully realized. This is the power of writing out your moments. You get to realize sh*t you didn't before!  Join us starting on Friday, July 10th for our Speak Your Moments of Truth W...
2020-07-0115 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthBonus Episode: Being True to Yourself: A Conversation with DaniHappy Pride Weekend! I am so thrilled to be able to launch this bonus episode during pride weekend. Dani is a good friend and I am so excited to share our conversation. Dani's story is one that touches me on so many levels as a friend, a mom and a woman. Her story is one about being true to yourself, and I am so incredibly grateful to be able to call her a friend.  You can also learn more about the Speak Your Moments of Truth Workshop which begins on July 10th at www.jessishuraleff.com/workshops. ...
2020-06-2724 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 26: A Story of Self-Advocacy: A conversation with Elizabeth BurgoonToday I have a conversation with Elizabeth Burgoon around her truth of self-advocacy. Elizabeth shares her journey with Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) during both her pregnancies, and how so often during today's day & age, when pregnant, medical care is solely focused on the fetus but not the mother. This story is one that anyone can relate to, whether you're a mother or not, because it touches on a key pillar of being human....listening to yourself & asking for what you need.  You can continue to follow Elizabeth on her journey at http://www.prettygirlstalkingdirty.com/ or on Instagram a...
2020-06-2525 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 25: My Ugly Duckling StoryDo any of these statements resonate with you? You feel pressure to be everything for everyone. You are holding so much in & trying to keep it all together. You are not saying what you feel in the moment. You are trying so damn hard to be loved as something you're not. You are afraid to be seen, exposed, vulnerable, so you hide. You feel like there are multiple versions of you based on the group of friends you are with. How you are one thing, but choosing another for fear of not being received. If they...
2020-06-2418 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 24: Sitting with Grief: A Conversation with Rayna Rose ExelbierdToday I have a conversation with Rayna Rose Exelbierd. We explore her journey with grief after the sudden & unexpected loss of her father. Whether you've experienced the death of a loved one, or are just grieving the life as we used to know it pre-COVID 19, I think we can all learn from Rayna's journey.  You can follow Rayna on her journey at https://sites.google.com/corp/view/therosegrows/home or on Instagram at @the_rose_grows. I hope you enjoy the conversation! xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a n...
2020-06-1828 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 23: My Truth Tuesday: It's OK to be of all the pregnant people around youToday I share #mytruthtuesday which is that I still, even 6 years later, 2 kiddos later, that I feel jealously & sadness when friends and family tell me their pregnant. I share a truth about a moment 5 years ago, when good friends told us they were pregnant with their second and how while I was thrilled for them, I was also sad for me. And that is OK. And it's OK that I still feel this way 6 years later. Because I still get jealous when people are able to get pregnant so easily and I still have to go through hoops, and...
2020-06-1620 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 22: Give Yourself Permission: A conversation with Heather ChauvinToday I share a conversation with my friend, mentor & coach, Heather Chauvin. Heather shares about her journey living through stage 4 cancer, but at the heart, our conversation is about giving yourself permission. Giving yourself permission to ask yourself what you want, and then taking the ACTION needed to do whatever that thing is.  A bit more about Heather: Heather Chauvin is a leadership coach and strategic parenting expert who helps ambitious women become leaders at work and home. Drawing from her professional experience as a social worker and her life experience raising three b...
2020-06-1142 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 21: MyTruthTuesday: Be the change you want to see in the world“We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” – Maya Angelou Today on my walk I saw the same butterfly twice. And I was reminded about the changes that caterpillars go through in order to become a butterfly. Just like a butterfly, we each need to be the change we want to see in the world (Ghandi) and for me, that's looking inward, admitting how I can do better when it comes to being an ally of the black and brown community, how I can show u...
2020-06-0920 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 20: A Story of Perseverance: A conversation with Jennifer ReedToday's conversation with Jennifer was raw, authentic and touched on so many topics that I feel many of us have a hard time talking about. Jennifer shares her story around preserving through a relationship of domestic violence and how she is now an advocate for those who may not always have a voice. She is an Elizabeth Dole Fellow for Arkansas focused on caregivers and Veterans and I learned so much from my conversation with her. I am honored to have been able to have this conversation with such a strong, amazing & authentic human.  You can follow J...
2020-06-0442 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 18: The Battle of Infertility: A conversation with Heidi RumohrToday I chatted with Heidi Rumohr who is also a warrior in the infertility battle. With honesty & grace, Heidi shares her truth around self acceptance & self-love during her journey. Heidi shares not only her journey in becoming pregnant but what motherhood, post infertility, was like for her.  You can continue to follow Heidi & her journey through her community, Fitness & Finance, at www.fitnessandfinance.ca xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast o...
2020-05-2832 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 16: Survive The Cold: A conversation with Sapphire Geer"The woods are lovely, dark & deep. But I have promises to keep. And miles to go before I sleep. And miles to go before I sleep." - Robert Frost Today I had the chance to have an honest and open conversation with Sapphire Geer who shares her story of overcoming the cold & wilderness of the Yukon at 11 year old. Her story is one of survival, tenacity & resilience, not only in what she had to overcome as a child, but in working through her story years later in what will be her upcoming launch of her memoir, "Survive...
2020-05-211h 03This Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 15: My Truth Tuesday: A Bird Sh*t on Me TodayToday I was out for a walk planning what I was going to talk about on the podcast and a bird pooped on me. It was the perfect metaphor for what I was going to talk about which was that #MyTruthToday is that my inner voice terrifies me at times.  Since launching this podcast, people have said I'm brave or courageous, but truthfully, I am terrified 99% of the time. I'm terrified of people not liking what I put out there, of judgement to my character, of failing those who are coming on to the platform to have h...
2020-05-1920 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 14: Beauty in Behavior: A Conversation with Diane SorensenEver meet someone in your life who you immediately just want to talk to again and again? Diane is one of those people. Her story, around her parenting journey, is one that so many of us can relate to, regardless if we have children or not. In this episode, we talk about the harsh judgement we put on each other and the impact that has on those around us.  Diane has taken her journey and is on a mission to change how parents react to what traditionally has been labeled “bad behavior”. Diane believes that when a child...
2020-05-1431 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 13: These Thoughts Are Holding Me Back (And Maybe You Too)In this episode, I dig into some of the thoughts, or limiting beliefs, that have held me back from doing things over the years, and more recently with this podcast. What I've learned over the last year and a half is how you talk to yourself, what you say...matters. We all have inner voices that say "should I, shouldn't I?" "But are you really qualified?" Or maybe that's just my inner voice (though I'm hoping others are with me!). In this episode, I explore my biggest limiting beliefs and how I now recognize them & move past them. Because...
2020-05-1216 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 12: Honoring Yourself: A honest conversation about People Pleasing with Daniela Giangiorgi"To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment" Ralph Waldo Emerson Think about that quote. Really think about it. It makes me tear up because I think this is what so many of us strive for, but sometimes, it's so hard to do. I share this quote because today's episode is a conversation I had with Daniela Giangiorgi who graciously shares her "lemons, so we can make lemonade." Daniela and I talk about her divorce, her journey with cancer, but the underlying theme throughout our conversation...
2020-05-0749 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 11: Don't beat yourself up...it's the little things that count the mostToday I talk about how I've been having a series of bad days, and even though I knew why I was having them, I still struggled to get myself out of the rut. But today I took control and began to (slowly!) shift my mindset (hey, I was able to launch this episode, right?!?). But it got me thinking, about how many of us are probably having not so great moments/days/weeks right now given the global pandemic and how we can think about supporting one another.  I came across this quote from Mother Theresa " It's n...
2020-05-0519 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 10: The Reality of Burn Out: A Conversation with Julia ArndtIn today's episode, I connect with Julia Arndt who shares her personal story around burn out and her decision to leave Google after 7.5 years. In our conversation, we chat about how pervasive the 'culture of productivity' is globally and how it can easily manifest into disconnection, and the loss of your self and inner voice. Julia shares how she took her experience and turned it into a lifelong journey of helping others *before* they even get to the point of burn out.  About Julia: Julia Arndt is the founder of the Peak Performance Method (PPM), a...
2020-04-3057 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 9: The Good, The Bad & The UglyToday I talk about one of my goals for myself when I started this personal discovery journey -- to be able to FEEL again. I share some pretty raw, personal stories about a week I had in early March that really brought me to my knees and tested what I've learned to date.  I also share about my new PRIVATE Facebook group I just created with the goal of sharing some of the prompts that enabled me to be able to get more comfortable sharing my story.  I hope you enjoy! xoxo, Jessi...
2020-04-2816 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 8: The Loss of Expectations: A conversation with Briana WilliamsToday I have a conversation with Briana Williams who bravely shares her story around her journey to motherhood. She experienced a miscarriage and then, when she ultimately became pregnant again, she was told that the pregnancy & delivery she'd always dreamed about would not be her reality. At 22 weeks, she was told that there was something wrong with her daughter. After delivering her daughter shortly thereafter, her daughter spent the next 12 weeks of her life in NICU.  Briana and I talk about her experiences, but the underlying theme throughout the podcast is the loss of expectations that she faced and t...
2020-04-2350 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 7: A Husband's Perspective of Infertility: A Conversation with Greg ShuraleffTo recognize National Infertility Awareness Week, I'm bringing you a special bonus conversation episode where I sit down with my husband, Greg, and he shares his point of view on our infertility journey. In general, I believe we need to normalize infertility, but when we do speak about it, it tends to be from the woman's perspective. Today, we flip that on it's head and share Greg's perspective. We're real and honest, and it's a bit of a therapy session for us too. :) Thank you for listening & I hope you enjoy! xoxo, Jessi ...
2020-04-2135 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 6: Authentic Storytelling; A Conversation with Stephanie Tilton"There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside of you." Maya Angelou In this episode, I have a conversation with Stephanie Tilton about authentic storytelling. Within my mission to create connection & community through sharing personal stories, I also wanted to also be able to provide actionable, tangible steps for each of us to take in order to feel more comfortable doing so. From the first time I chatted with Stephanie, I knew she was someone special. She brings her full self to every conversation and I just loved everything we chatted about. I hope...
2020-04-1639 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 5: What is holding us back from speaking our truth?We all have our own personal reasons for not sharing our stories. In this episode, I talk about some of the reasons I believe that are holding us back from sharing our truths and share some personal anecdotes about my own experiences with those reasons.  I also share some personal stories about why I didn't share with my extended family when I was going through IVF cycles. Even if you're not ready to share your story yet, I want you to know that I see you. My virtual door is always open, and I'm always happy to c...
2020-04-1421 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 4: Getting Quiet & Listening to Yourself: A Conversation w/ Kristin Swanson"Often the best gift you can give yourself is time alone - some time to ask yourself questions & listen quietly for answers." Katrina Mayer Today on the podcast, I have the pleasure of talking with Kristin Swanson. Kristin is my kind of person...she's authentic and has this presence that just makes you want to become friends with her immediately. Kristin opens up & shares about her journey in coping with losing her mom, her journey with breast cancer and also about her decision to go alcohol free. In our conversation, we find connections across our two experiences...
2020-04-0938 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 3: Owning Your Story Is the Bravest Thing We Will Ever Do"Owning our story & loving ourselves through the process is the BRAVEST thing that we will ever do." Brene Brown In this episode, Jessi discusses what it means to own your story & why it was so important for her to do so. She opens up opens up about one of her own truths about her journey to becoming a mother based off the article she wrote & published on Medium "The Mask of Infertility."  xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider l...
2020-04-0714 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode 2: Reflection, Resiliency & Being Kind to Yourself (A conversation with Marcia Chen)In this episode, Jessi has a conversation with Marcia Chen, who on her 23rd day of living in solitude and not going outdoors, not speaking with anyone in person, due to the global pandemic of COVID-19, authored this article that was published in the Nepali Times.  Marcia talks to Jessi about the silver lining of the COVID-19 crisis and how in Chinese, the word for ‘crisis’, 危机, is composed of two characters, one representing danger and the other representing opportunity. Like the union of Yin and Yang, everything has two sides: there is opportunity behind every crisis, but it takes...
2020-04-0251 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthEpisode #1: The Messy TruthIn the first episode, our host, Jessi Shuraleff, talks about the intention of This Is My Truth. A platform for honest, open conversations. The stories shared are not often spoken about or discussed, but once told, have the ability to shine a light on another perspective, or a much needed conversation. These stories may make us laugh, some may make us cry, but together, we will learn from one another and begin to heal. Because walls need to be torn down, masks need to come off, stories need to be heard in order our truths to be told. This...
2020-04-0106 minThis Is My Truth
This Is My TruthTrailer: This Is My TruthWelcome to This Is My Truth. I’m Jessi and I’m the mama of two amazing little humans. Being the ‘strong one’ in my family meant that I didn’t cry. I was the glue, always holding everything together. On the outside, it looked like I had it all, but on the inside, I was numb. Through a series of events, I had a mirror held up to my face, and I realized that what I was modeling for my daughters’ was not how I wanted them to grow up. So I faced my fears, I got help & I...
2020-03-1400 min