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The Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 43 - Where Is Your Comfort?Hey friends! Today, we're chatting about embracing the uncertainties of life together, recognizing what gratitude really gives us, and reminding ourselves of the resilience we all carry.I invite you to consider: - What parts of your life give you comfort? - Where in your day-to-day are the moments that you would really miss if you could no longer have access to or experience those 'little' things (even if momentarily)?- How does acknowledging all sides of life and it's uncertainties allow you to move forward in showing compassion & care to yourself and...2024-10-0312 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 42 - Practicing Seeing The Good FirstPlot twist: The person driving super slow ahead of you is an older man bringing his wife flowers and his #1 focus is not toppling the vase over...(& other random tidbits on choosing to see the best in people first). Introspective questions to consider from this episode✨1. How often do I consciously choose to assume the best in others, and how does that perspective shape my interactions and relationships with them?2. In what ways do I allow pre-planned negative thoughts or imagined scenarios to influence my mood or decisions, and how might embracing optimism cha...2024-09-2611 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 41 - How Comfy Are You With Impermanence?"The question is not how we can change ourselves and our situation, but instead, how can we accept that certain things are just impermanent?"A song that inspired this episode: Golden Hour by Casey KalmensonIf you enjoyed this episode, here are a few introspective prompts for you to consider: 1. How do I respond when things I once believed to be stable or permanent in my life begin to change?2. In what areas of my life am I holding onto expectations of permanence, and how might this affect my sense of c...2024-09-1213 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 40 - Your Energy Is The Most Expensive Thing You Own...Spend It WiselyA short but sweet reminder for us this week. Your time, your thoughts and your commitments are where you put your energy...and your energy is the most expensive thing you own. After listening to this episode, consider: Where am I placing my energy that might be draining my resources?Am I spending my energy with people and in situations that move my greater mission, purpose, or life forward?What in my life would need to shift in order for me to feel more aligned with where I'm placing my efforts?As always, I'd love to...2024-08-2207 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 39 - Information Overload (And What To Do About It)Timestamp: To skip my introductory rambles, head to the 5:00 mark. XxI was an over-stimulated girly last week, which brought me 2 opposite things at once - - disappointment that I wasn't able to get done what I 'thought I should' (#relatable?) and, a TON of inspiration for today's episode on information & sensory overload.Take a walk with me on this one, will ya? Let your brain explore your baseline, and let's make the harder moments of life a little bit easier together. Which of these comes up most for you? Let me know...2024-08-1532 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 38 - For The Sake Of Consistency, We're Talking About Elevators...My millennial friends, tell me this title doesn't sound like a Fall Out Boy song. Feeling like I nailed it 🖤 For those of you who are craving a more tangible, introspective episode, I promise one is coming for you soon! For today, I've got a quick note on perfection & a story about a 500 unit building with 1 elevator. I trust you'll take what you can and if nothing else, thanks for hangin' out ;) Referenced Episode: Ep. 25 - What To Do When Your Own "Rules" Hold You BackEpisode Takeaway:"Where might I be holding mys...2024-08-0108 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 37 - "I Think You Just Called Me An A$$hole?"Have a few minutes for a personal story? Because today, it's like we're chatting over coffee. This episode is based in an experience I had with a stranger recently and a moment of appreciation for my own personal growth work in standing up for myself and my integrity. Have any thoughts on why we feel we can be rude or over-react towards strangers? Let me know...I'd love your insights!---I create heart-led experiences that help you know yourself while embracing being fully human along the way 💛👇🏼If you enjoyed this episo...2024-07-2512 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 36 - What Does It Mean To "Listen To Your Body?"This last weekend, I had the opportunity to clarify what it means for me to 'listen to my body'. Maybe you relate to hearing that phrase, but not really understanding what it feels like...Or, maybe you're like me and decipher certain feelings & bodily sensations as set truths (i.e. when I have a quick heart rate, it means I'm anxious and fearful...)In either case, I hope sharing my experience brings to light a few moments where opportunities may present themselves in listening to your body, and specifically, your heart. Thank you for your su...2024-07-1814 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 35 - Grounded in Gratitude with Special Guest: Amy Bonitz"Every time I go back there, I feel this immense sense of groundedness..."Today, I'm joined by Amy Bonitz (Founder & Lead Retreat Facilitator of Nurtured Retreats / The Nurturing Nomad) to talk about what being grounded in gratitude actually feels like...and how places off the beaten path can bring us to a new level of understanding and appreciation in our day to day lives. Want to join us in Deep Creek, MD in October? We have *4* spots left, click here to learn more and to have a conversation around how we can support you. Or...2024-07-1141 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 34 - Clear Is Kind (A Practice in Communication)Have you heard the phrase, "clear is kind?" My friend Amy (who is also the Founder and Lead Retreat Facilitator of Nurtured Retreats) reminds me of this phrase often. In this episode, we dive into an example of how she's helped me to communicate more clearly...and how that clarity builds a strong foundation for our relationship. If you struggle with what I call 'wishy-washy' communication, I think you're going to find the 3 tips in this episode helpful. As always, we're working on this together 💛---I creat...2024-06-2714 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 33 - Inner Guide Affirmation & Journal PromptsToday, I bring you a reading from one of my favorite introspective tools, the Chani App. I've adapted this reading slightly to better suit the podcast, but if you enjoyed the format and style, please do check out Chani Nicholas in the App Store.Chani Website: https://www.chani.com/For a copy of this adapted reading & journal prompts created by me, click here.Sending you love!---I create heart-led experiences that help you know yourself while embracing being fully human along the way 💛👇🏼If you enjoyed t...2024-06-2006 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 32 - Self-Care for Social ImpactHave you ever witnessed a homeless person cheer on a marathon runner? I have - and it's one of the most moving things I've experienced as of late. Today we talk briefly about how self-care can create social impact - one of the main drivers for Pivotal as a business and me, as a human. *Important Note: I use the term 'riff-raff' in this episode for a brief moment. For context, I am referring to the environment of the streets, not the people.*As always, thank you for listening! 💫---I...2024-06-1311 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 31 - Personal Chat: I'm Owning ItComin' at you all with a personal ramble today! For those of you new to the podcast, this episode is a bit off-the-cuff, a bit NSFK (not suitable for kids), and mostly, me sharing a tidbit of my personal experiences with owning my sh*t that might just inspire you to start owning yours. If you'd like something lighter, more calm, or more tangible - might I suggest visiting a previous episode where the title appeals to you.Thoughts? Let me know via DM or email. As always, thank you for bei...2024-06-0609 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 30 - Thinking Of The Bigger Picture (A Real-Time Update)Hey friends! A quick real-time update on some future themes you can expect to hear about on the podcast. As history as shown me, I'm forever integrating and pivoting. Thank you for being on this ride with me! 💫---I create heart-led experiences that help you know yourself while embracing being fully human along the way 💛👇🏼If you enjoyed this episode and want to support my work in the world, you can make my day by buying me a coffee. > Island Revive Retreat with The Nurturing Nomad: January 28th - February 2nd, 20252024-05-2810 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 29 - How To Find Space To BreatheAre you living your life or is your life living you? In this discussion, we dive a little deeper into a conversation I had with a friend where we laughed about the idea of 'sitting in a room for 3 days in silence and being perfectly fine'. IYKYK.If taking time for yourself feels impossible or you want a reframe on what taking time for yourself means...this episode is for you. Feeling like you have a little something to give? Send this to a friend you know would find it meaningful...your...2024-05-2324 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 28 - Lifting Up Creators Series: Jamie Varon on 'Being'Today, we find a burst of inspiration & introspection from a creator I deeply enjoy. Her name is Jamie Varon. Experience one of her recent passages with me & consider the NUSHU style prompts presented in this episode.Prompt #1: How do I over-optimize?Prompt #2: How does productivity and routine serve me? And, how does spontaneity serve me? Prompt #3: Do I feel like I need to control everything in life? Like this style of episode? Let me know what you think and creators you find inspiration from! Note: Jamie has...2024-03-2822 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 27 - "I Feel Like Presence Is Such A Buzzword..."First things first....what's a buzzword? Buzzword is defined as - "A word or phrase, often an item of jargon, that is fashionable at a particular time or in a particular context."If you're someone who follows and engages with any type of personal development work, you likely see the influx of advice, conversations and nudges to 'be present'. I had the opportunity to have a beautiful conversation around this with a friend and client and couldn't help but bring the topic to you. As you listen, consider the following: - Do...2024-03-1412 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 26 - A Ramble On IdentityThis one is summed up in the title, y'all. You know me, I love me a ramble on a topic I don't know much about (but my curiosity is there). Identity experts - any thoughts? I'd love to interview you on the podcast. Please reach out for a collaboration request if this topic is in your wheelhouse!---I create heart-led experiences that help you know yourself while embracing being fully human along the way 💛👇🏼If you enjoyed this episode and want to support my work in the world, you can make my d...2024-03-0609 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 25 - What To Do When Your Own "Rules" Hold You BackToday, we're talking perfection...and 'rules'...and the conditions we require ourselves to meet in order to do the things we say we want to do.Our scene? Balboa Park.Our purpose? To notice our own conditional rules. Our commitment? Acknowledging where we make things 'impossible' because of our own perfectionist tendencies or assumptions.Thank you for being with me in my own growth. Your permission for me to be imperfect is the best gift. I aim to give that back to you, my fellow human. xx---2024-02-2907 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 24 - When Expectations Meet Reality (Welcome Back!)Welcome back, welcome back, welcome baaack!This episode is inspired by my return to...well, everything. After a much needed (and yet quite difficult) pause from my work-life, we're back with a brief story about a red-eye flight that went wrong, the realization that it was actually *so* right, and the takeaway that our expectations are often what set us up for our greatest frustrations. Episode takeaway: What if we could acknowledge moments where our expectations not being met was a good thing? What if we gave ourselves permission to change our minds?R...2024-02-0710 min
Call Before Showing - A Real Estate PodcastMaking Moves at Career Crossroads with Kristine AxelsonDecision-making at a career crossroads can carry a range of emotions. Excitement, confusion, hope, dread, fear, guilt...today, we are chatting with bestie of the podcast, Kristine Axelson of Pivotal Coaching about how to pivot with grace and clarity..navigating the decision making process, identifying your values and guiding principles, and so much more. Even if you're not at a career crossroads right at this moment, we promise it is worth the listen! Identify your values deck Kristine talks about in the episode : https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1797206125?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b...2024-01-2456 minCall Before Showing - A Real Estate PodcastPower Couple - Going into Business with your SpousePast guests Matt and Kristine Axelson join the trio today to talk about their new partnership in life as BUSINESS partners. They address all of our questions like "What is it like to work with your spouse day in and day out? What surprised you the most about working together? How do you divide resposibilities?" and more! We so appreciate their honesty and vulnerability with us and sharing this part of their journey with us and all of our listeners! What do you think? Could you work with your spouse?2023-11-0157 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 23 - A Guide to Friendships in Our 30's with Special Guest: Kelsey MakaiwiTo my late 20 & 30 something's - - this episode is for you!We are joined today by a new connection & friend, Kelsey Makaiwi (Host of The Greater Connection Podcast) to talk about creating and maintaining friendships in our 30's. Kelsey and I met each other through NUSHU Facilitator Training, a program where we learned how to connect virtually in a new way. You can learn more about that experience by listening to Ep. #20 of The Greater Connection Podcast (linked here!)There are so many beautiful layers to this conversation, from expectations we put on...2023-09-2248 min
Greater ConnectionA Nod to Nushu & A Raw Discussion on Virtual Connection w/ Kristine AxelsonI am so excited to be back and to bring you this episode with Kristine Axelson. We met in a Nushu training to become facilitators of this modality of group connection. Nushu is a wellness collective and global community committed to fostering true connection, personal growth, and empowerment. Though we have never met face-to-face or had any direct conversations throughout the months of training, we were able to experience such profound connection in a virtual setting in ways we didn't expect. In this episode we share in a vulnerable discussion of how we have traditionally p...2023-09-191h 03The Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 22 - Little White Lies (& How They Keep Us Safe)Today's conversation is a topic that we know all too well but rarely hear talked about. The dynamic of little white lies.In the last few years, I've come to notice how often I've used little white lies to protect myself from awkward conversations, sharing my needs in relationships and speaking my truth. The reason I'm bringing up this topic is not to shame us - there is no shame in this. It's to bring light to the fact that (clearly) we are uncomfortable sharing our truths, even with those that are closest to us. 2023-09-0819 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 21 - A Ramble On The Culture of 'More'Join me in this conversation to explore if 'more' will ever become 'enough'......and a truthful ramble on my experience with how it feels to grow up in the millennial culture of constant growth and improvement. Can you relate?---I create heart-led experiences that help you know yourself while embracing being fully human along the way 💛👇🏼If you enjoyed this episode and want to support my work in the world, you can make my day by buying me a coffee. > Island Revive Retreat with The Nurturing Nomad: January 28th - Febr...2023-08-0411 minThe Pivotal Podcast with Kristine AxeEp. 20 - The Power Of Giving Yourself A BufferIf you could describe your current experience in 3 emojis, what would they be?🤪 🦋 🫨 Island Revive Retreat with The Nurturing Nomad: January 28th - February 2nd, 2025> Connect with me on Instagram: @kristine.axe> Learn more about Pivotal: www.kristineaxe.com> Email me directly: kristine@kristineaxe.com2023-07-2819 min