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Empowerment Unleashed Now: Exploring Your Inner AuthorityFeelings Aren’t Facts: The Illusion of Self, the Truth of the Heart with Dr. Chris NiebauerIn this episode, cognitive neuropsychologist Dr. Chris Niebauer sheds light on how our left brain constructs our perceived identities and the profound effects this has on anxiety and personal narratives. By challenging these constructs, we can reclaim our inner authority and gain a fresh perspective on personal growth and healing.🔍 Key Highlights:Discover how ancient wisdom aligns with modern neuroscience.Learn to navigate emotions and transcend outdated cognitive processes.Explore the fascinating interplay between left and right brain functions.Embrace the richness of reality and the power of living in the present moment.J...2025-07-041h 23
#12minconvosMichele Barard: on Overcoming Trauma, Building a Thriving Business, and the Importance of Self-Belief /Ep 4149Michele Barard, a New Orleans native, holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from Agnes Scott College. She has lived in Mexico and Central America, gaining valuable international experience. Throughout her career, Michele has demonstrated success in program management, technical writing, and software training and documentation. Michele has designed and led client education programs for cloud computing companies, achieving over 90% client satisfaction and 98% new feature adoption. Her professional journey includes roles such as Trainer for LLM Practice, Technical Writer, Head of Client Services, and Professional Services Program Manager. In 2012, Michele founded Urban Book Editor...2025-06-1812 min
Empowerment Unleashed Now: Exploring Your Inner AuthorityAre You Having Any Fun? Gemini Season... ♊🧐Join Michele R. Jones & Scott Collins as they explore the astrological intricacies of Gemini season, a time that both energizes and exhausts, challenges and uplifts.🔮 Highlights of this Episode:Cosmic Energies at Play: With Jupiter at the critical 29 Gemini and Venus at 29 Aries, we discuss how these planetary alignments test our emotional resilience.Embracing Duality: Discover how the influence of Gemini teaches us about balancing high emotions with humor and acceptance.The Role of Music: Learn how music becomes a powerful ally in navigating emotional landscapes, helping us...2025-06-1319 min
Empowerment Unleashed Now: Exploring Your Inner AuthorityDuality & Dialogue: Embracing Both Sides of the Story w/ Victoria PippoThis episode is a deep dive into the transformative power of cosmic energy and its influence on personal growth. Michele shares her electrifying experience that highlights the significance of anaretic degrees in astrology, alongside her adventures with Scott Collins at the Unite the Light event in Nashville.We are thrilled to have Victoria Pippo, a spiritual teacher and intuitive guide, join us. She introduces the concept of becoming an "Ascension Athlete" and discusses her transformative programs, "The Sovereign Healer" and "The Great Merge." Victoria offers invaluable insights into integrating both light and shadow aspects...2025-05-231h 02
#12minconvosMichele Ong: on STEAMpowered Conversations, Podbyte, and Finding Purpose Through Podcasting /Ep3899Michele Ong is a creative technologist with over 20 years of experience on the tech side of a range of industries. She cut her tech teeth in telecommunications in the early 2000s when the industry was an innovative wild west as consumer internet transitioned from dialup to broadband. Since then, she has worked on wide-reaching projects including Rupert Murdoch's iPad magazine 'The Daily', the first app to have its own Super Bowl commercial, as well as web and video-on-demand presences for FOX TV properties including '24' and Neil deGrasse Tyson's 'Cosmos'. She worked mostly from the comfort of her...2025-05-2012 min
Empowerment Unleashed Now: Exploring Your Inner AuthorityGetting to Know Michele R. Jones & Scott Collins 💫Join us for a captivating exploration of transformation, creativity, and personal growth, featuring the incredible journey of our producer and creative confidant, Noah Tetzner. Discover how Noah bypassed the traditional college route to become a successful podcast producer with a deep passion for Viking history and storytelling.In this special edition, co-hosts Scott Collins and Michele R. Jones take you on a journey from Nashville's music scene to the world of gut health with Michele from Nashville Colon Care. Dive into the power of music to transcend cultural barriers, the importance of gut health...2025-05-0253 min
Empowerment Unleashed Now: Exploring Your Inner AuthorityThank You for Putting Us in the Top 10% 🌍🎙️Join us as we celebrate an incredible milestone: our podcast is now reaching listeners in 22 countries! 🌟 From the vibrant heart of Nashville to the charming corners of Estonia, our global community continues to grow, and we couldn't be more grateful.Join hosts Michele R. Jones and Scott Collins on a transformative journey as they delve into the power of gratitude and manifestation. This episode is a delightful blend of humor, storytelling, and Seinfeld-esque unpredictability, exploring themes of music, creativity, and positive vibes. 🎶Tune in to discover how embracing gratitude can transform life's...2025-04-2544 min
Empowerment Unleashed Now: Exploring Your Inner AuthorityWealth on Fire: Sovereign Self & Sacred Circle in Aries Season ♈🔥💸In this engaging episode, Michele and Scott use humor and deep discussion to navigate the shift from a world focused on external wealth to one of internal abundance. They draw inspiration from celestial alignments, such as Venus and Neptune's dance in Pisces, to highlight how embracing self-trust, self-sovereignty, and self-love can lead to a life filled with wellness and infinite possibilities.Listen in as they share heartwarming stories, including the inspiring journey of their friend Mark, who runs a successful charity without ever asking for donations. Through personal anecdotes and insightful conversations, this episode...2025-04-0437 min
#12minconvosMichele Stans: Reconnecting, Reinventing, and Remembering the Voice Within /Ep3708Meet Michele Stans, a 4th generation intuitive medium, certified holistic life coach, and self-proclaimed "friendly neighborhood super woo." With over 40 years as a metaphysician, Michele specializes in blending her spiritual roots with practical wisdom to guide passionate, soulful women toward manifesting their dream lives. Through her signature Co-Creative Coaching program and The Co-Creative Soul membership, Michele empowers women to reconnect with their inner being, banish limiting beliefs, and align with their soul's purpose. Her warm, no-BS approach inspires clients to embrace joy, abundance, and fulfillment in all areas of life. When she's not helping co-creators shif...2025-03-3114 min
Empowerment Unleashed Now: Exploring Your Inner AuthorityUnleashing Your Higher Self & the New Ego ♈✨Join hosts Michele Jones and Scott Collins as they guide you through a transformative journey during Aries season, helping you harness cosmic energy for personal growth and self-discovery!In this episode, we explore:The transition from the Pisces Season to Aries Season and its profound impact on our collective consciousness.How aligning with your higher self and evolving your ego into a supportive "we go" can benefit both personal and collective evolution.The integration of our multi-dimensional higher selves into everyday life, marking a new era of consciousness.The significance of Aries energy in transforming...2025-03-2839 min
Empowerment Unleashed Now: Exploring Your Inner AuthorityLetting Go of Emotional Baggage with Steve Roehm of Nashville Hypnosis 💼🕊️Join us as we dive deep into the art of reframing emotional baggage, often seen as a burden, into powerful opportunities for personal growth. In this enlightening episode, hosts Michele Jones and Scott Collins, along with their insightful guest, Steve Roehm, challenge cultural clichés and propose a fresh perspective on emotional challenges.🧘♀️ Key Highlights:Discover the RAIN method (Recognize, Accept, Investigate, Non-attach) to release emotional baggage.Explore creative and physical outlets for emotional expression.Learn how to integrate past lessons constructively for personal empowerment.Gain insights into self-awareness and emotional authority from Steve Roeh...2025-03-1445 min
Empowerment Unleashed Now: Exploring Your Inner AuthorityFrom Processed to Powerful: Transforming Your Kitchen & Your Life 🥄🌿This episode is a must-listen as co-hosts Michele Jones and Scott Collins take you on an insightful journey exploring:The alarming presence of microplastics and the shift to safer alternatives.The impact of GMOs and the evolution of the food supply since the 1990s.Functional medicine insights from Dr. Simon Yu, a trailblazer in gut health and autism.The benefits of raw foods, healthier oil alternatives, and informed consumer choices.Empowering your health journey with personalized dietary systems and traditional practices like Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine.Join us for a heart-centered conversation designed to spark curiosity and...2025-02-2145 min
Empowerment Unleashed Now: Exploring Your Inner AuthorityCreative Innovation: Rethinking Approaches to ChallengesAre you ready to unleash your inner innovator? Dive deep into the dynamic shifts of Aquarian energy and discover how to harness this power for personal growth. 🌟In this episode, we explore:🔮 The influence of Uranus going direct and its impact on our experiences.🌌 The significance of personal integrity and emotional alignment.🧘♀️ Self-care strategies for navigating winter's energetic shifts.💡 Innovative tools like meditation, psilocybin, and AI to redefine productivity.🔄 Embracing challenges as opportunities for growth during the Pluto in Aquarius transit.Our hosts, Michele Jones and Scott Collins, guide you...2025-02-1458 minEmpowerment Unleashed Now: Exploring Your Inner AuthoritySanta’s Secret to Transformation: Unleashing Your Power This Holiday Season 🎄🌌Join hosts Michele R. Jones and Scott Collins as they dive deep into the cosmic dance of astrology during this transformative holiday season. From the full moon in Gemini to Neptune's shift out of retrograde, we explore how celestial movements can empower personal growth and inner authority.In this episode, we unravel the energetic dynamics of Mercury and Jupiter in Sagittarius and Gemini and discuss the importance of blending mind and heart. With special guest Santa Claus (Steve Roehm), we explore themes of joy, self-love, and personal happiness amidst festive chaos.2024-12-201h 04
Open-Minded HealingMichele Jones - Ovarian and Bone Cancer Survival: Embracing Holistic Healing and Spiritual GrowthSend us your desired health topic or guest suggestionsMichele Jones, navigated her concurrent ovarian and bone cancer diagnosis with an unwavering belief in holistic methods. As a colon hygienist, Reiki master, NLP master, and hypnotherapist, she defied traditional treatments, instead embracing her intuition and personal empowerment. Her story provides a beacon of hope for anyone facing life-threatening illness, demonstrating the power of spiritual awareness and the importance of shielding oneself from external fears.We also uncover the complex ties between physical well-being, emotional health, and ancestral influences. In a captivating narrative, explore a healing...2024-12-1059 minEmpowerment Unleashed Now: Exploring Your Inner AuthorityMichele Got Run Over by a Capricorn! Introducing the 12 Days of EmpowermentIn this special bonus episode, Michele and Scott introduce ''The 12 Days of Empowerment'' a series of upcoming episodes we'll be releasing in the holiday spirit! Work with Michele Jones & Nashville Colon Care: https://nashvillecoloncare.comTune in every week for a new episode of Empowerment Unleashed Now. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode!Disclaimer: We DO NOT DIAGNOSE, TREAT, OR PRESCRIBE. We offer information and services to help you cooperate with your doctor or physician in your mutual plan of building better health. In the event that you u...2024-12-0406 minEmpowerment Unleashed Now: Exploring Your Inner AuthorityUnlocking Our Empowerment Abilities: Near-Dear Experiences, Plant Medicine, & Quantum Alchemy w/ Rosalia QuintanaJoin us as we dive deep into the realms of personal empowerment and expanded consciousness with our special guest, Rosalia Quintana. In this episode, we explore the journey beyond traditional medicine with holistic practices, how recent astrological events can influence our energetic states, the courage required to trust intuition and so much more. Michele shares her profound insights from hypnotherapy, revealing how we all hold an innate authority over our own lives. Rosalia, a nurse practitioner, talks about her inspiring shift from a conventional mindset to one that embraces joy and authentic self-expression through holistic healing. Tune i...2024-11-2243 minEmpowerment Unleashed Now: Exploring Your Inner AuthorityThe Power of Hypnosis & Conversational Alchemy w/ Steve Roehm of Nashville HypnosisJoin us as we dive deep into a journey of self-awareness and empowerment. In this episode, we explore the transformative power of hypnotherapy, guided by the expertise of Steve Roehm, and its connection with visionary plant medicine and altered states of consciousness.Michele shares her personal story of overcoming trauma through hypnotherapy, unlocking the profound influence of the unconscious mind. Together, we unravel how cultural myths can shape our reality and the importance of shifting unconscious patterns for personal growth. Discover the strength found in vulnerability and the empowering path of self-love and core values. With...2024-11-1839 minEmpowerment Unleashed Now: Exploring Your Inner AuthorityPilot: Welcome to Empowerment Unleashed Now!Welcome to the first episode of Empowerment Unleashed Now: Exploring Your Inner Authority! Join hosts Michele Jones and Scott Collins as they embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery, healing, and empowerment. Scott's unique background as a musician, physicist, and holistic healer, combined with Michele's transition from theologian and educator to hypnotherapist, sets the stage for an insightful conversation on personal growth and autonomy.We encourage you to embrace your inner authority and join us on this empowering journey. It's time to rise with independence and awareness, embracing self-rule for personal transformation!Work with Michele...2024-11-1531 min
Fearless FemalesEmpowering Women in Boardrooms with Michele Ashby: Mission for Gender BalanceWelcome to Fearless Females, where we celebrate trailblazing women crushing it in male-dominated industries! Today, we're bringing you the incredible story of Michele Ashby, CEO of ACE LLC. Michele's journey from the finance world to empowering women in boardrooms is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, we'll hear her sage advice on mentorship, her entrepreneurial insights, and her fierce determination to elevate women in leadership roles. Get ready for an episode brimming with wisdom, resilience, and actionable tips from one of the most compelling voices in business today. Stay tuned, it's going to be...2024-08-2649 min
Market PerspectivesIlluminate & Analyze: Insights from Market Luminaries Michele Schuler & Jay KippJoin us for an insightful episode of Market Perspectives featuring Michele Schuler and Jay Kipp, two seasoned real estate experts with a wealth of industry knowledge. Michele Schuler's approach is all about thoughtful strategy and transparency, backed by her data-driven mindset from her time at Microsoft. Her dedication to client advocacy has earned her a solid reputation and over $500 million in real estate sales. Jay Kipp brings over 20 years of experience, specializing in market analysis and property marketing. His extensive network keeps clients informed about the latest trends, ensuring they make well-informed decisions. Tog...2024-05-0257 min
The Marvelous Middle Age PodcastMichele Jones - A Masters and a Mission in Middle AgeWelcome back to the Marvelous Middle Age Podcast! This week I’m speaking with Michele Jones.
Michele is a wife, mom, dog mom, learner, business owner, football fan, and a follower of Jesus. After being a stay at home mom for 20 years, she found herself as a business owner and then received the call to go into ministry full time. She is pursuing her Masters in Divinity and will be graduating in May 2024.
Michele and I speak about her transition from working with her husband to working full time in ministry and completing an advanced degree...2024-03-0439 min
Live Less AfraidHow to overcome the fear of failure and use it to fuel your successOn this episode of the Live Less Afraid podcast, your host Michele Jones gets real with you about why we need to embrace fear and failure as opportunities. How we can focus on the journey rather than the goal. Let's focus on the insights gained from these moments, and use them to quiet our inner mean girl and most of all celebrate our courage to keep trying.
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Follow me o...2024-01-3016 minLive Less AfraidWhy we over-apologize and how to find the confidence to stopJoin Michele Jones on the Live Less Afraid podcast. Today's episode is now available on YouTube as well. So if you want to watch this episode, go there now. Today's topic is all about over-apologizing why we do it and how to stop doing it and build the confidence and self-esteem to stand tall and show up in our lives!
Join me on a journey of self-discovery where I delve into 'Why We Over-Apologize and How to Find the Confidence to Stop.' As your friendly guide, I'll unravel the mysteries behind those unnecessary sorries and explore...2024-01-1647 minLive Less AfraidCory's story on leaving a difficult marriageJoin Michele Jones on today's episode with her special guest, Cory Rudebusch, a strategic web designer. 3 years ago she completely changed her life. She left a difficult marriage and poured herself into getting coached, launching a business, and showing her kids what real strength and resilience look like. You don't want to miss this one, it's good!
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She grew up in Cambodia, enjoying a wonderful childhood filled with love from her family. However, when she went to college, the country went through a communist military takeover, and she found herself unable to return home or even make a phone call. Eventually, she ended up in a camp, where she faced the harsh challenges of illnesses like malaria and typhoid. Malnutrition took its toll, and she lost her night vision...2023-11-2837 minLive Less AfraidA conversation with author Michaela Paluck, on being braveJoin Michele Jones on the Live Less Afraid podcast for this deep dive into fear and what being brave really means. Listen to Michaela Paluck shares her story and read excerpts from her forthcoming book, "Be F*ucking Brave".
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· Bravery isn’t something you have to do or become-
it’s just showing...2023-11-251h 01Live Less AfraidA conversation with Jeanette DuBois on overcoming adversity and embracing lifeJoin Michele Jones and her special guest Jeanette DuBois as they discuss how they met, their Italy experience, and the lessons they took away from the trip. They also discuss the lessons that unfolded for them when they got home and how those continue to show up in their lives.
During her journey, she discovered this incredible connection to herself and fell back in love with the person she had become. She realized it was an opportunity to let go of the stress, fears, and worries that piled up over the last couple of years, the pandemic...2023-11-1658 minLive Less AfraidLeaning into your dreamsWelcome back to season 4! Join us for an inspiring and transformative episode as we delve into the world of dreams, personal growth, and overcoming fear. In this episode, Michele Jones shares her unique insights and warm, friendly guidance, providing valuable advice and strategies for leaning into your dreams, no matter how big or small. We'll explore how to overcome the fear and uncertainty that often accompany life transitions, and you'll discover the power of their holistic approach to personal growth.
Whether you're an empty nester looking to rediscover your passions or a young adult striving to build...2023-10-3119 minLive Less AfraidPermission to Succeed - Part 2I had so much to say on this topic, I'm comin' back for part 2! Today I'm talking about what holds us back and sharing practical tips for overcoming our limiting beliefs around success. I'm also sharing tips to get you started on your own personal development journey. If you listened to part 1 come back and give this a listen too.
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The Growth Over Grades PodcastEp. 16 | Michele Jones “Finding Focus With Formative Assessment"In this episode of the Growth Over Grades Podcast, we explore the transformative power of formative assessment with Michele Jones, the Executive Director for the Alberta Assessment Consortium. Michele's insights emphasize the importance of confident assessment practices for teachers without overwhelming workloads. Discover various formative assessment routines and the 25% Rule for allocating assessment feedback. Learn practical techniques like thumbs up and classroom debates to engage students and activate prior knowledge. Simplify your workload by selecting a few well-crafted artifacts that truly showcase student knowledge. Follow Michele Jones (@michelejones38) and SpacesEDU (@spaces_edu) on Twitter for...2023-07-1730 minLive Less AfraidGiving yourself permission to succeedOn this episode, your host Michele Jones talks about giving yourself permission to succeed. She explores the barriers and self-limiting beliefs that often hold us back from achieving our full potential. With practical tips, this podcast encourages listeners to break free from their comfort zones and embrace the mindset needed to thrive in all aspects of life. Tune in to discover the liberating journey of self-permission and unlock your path to success.
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About our guest:
Lisa McFadden is an award-winning filmmaker, screenwriter, film festival journalist, and coach of the Writer's Mindset. She helps writers overcome self-doubt and design their lives to support their writing goals. Follow her on Instagram @thewritersmindset
Get the free self-care workbook here and I'll send you my monthly newsletter full of enc...2023-06-2037 minLive Less AfraidComing back from a bad divorceIn this episode, your host Michele Jones shares her personal story of her own relationships, how she overcame a bad divorce and learned to love herself, and how she likes her eggs!
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In today's episode of the Live Less Afraid podcast with Michele Jones, we discuss why you need to celebrate the wins and how experiencing joy is the building block for our gratitude practice.
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On today's podcast, your host Michele Jones will share her own story of realizing she was burned out this week and what she did to pivot towards self-care. She also shares signs signs, causes, and most importantly, effective strategies to overcome it and how to take care of ourselves to avoid burnout in the future.
This podcast aims to empower listeners with the knowledge and tools needed to recognize burnout and prevent it from taking a toll on their mental and physical well-being. She also shares her tips on lifestyle adjustments that can help avoid...2023-06-0120 minLive Less AfraidThe Ultimate Balancing Act: Motherhood and Personal FulfillmentWhat did you think about today's episode? Do you need more balance in your life? Send me a message and let me know. If you're listening on Spotify, you can leave me feedback right here. Do you have an idea for the podcast? Let's hear it! Email me at michele@livelessafraid.com
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Follow me on I...2023-05-1615 minLive Less AfraidThe power of the little thingsOn today's podcast your host, Michele Jones explores how seemingly insignificant moments and actions have the potential to create significant change in our world. It's easy to get caught up in the grand narratives and monumental events that dominate headlines, but often it is the small gestures, the tiny acts of kindness, and the overlooked details that hold the real power to transform lives and shape societies.
Join us as she shares some inspiring real-life moments that highlight the profound impact of the little things. From a smile that brightens someone's day to a small act of...2023-05-1015 minLive Less AfraidBeyond Fear: Embracing the Magic WithinOn today’s podcast, your host Michele Jones invites listeners on a journey of self-discovery and transformation. This podcast explores how we can move beyond our fears and limitations to connect with the magic within us. I’m sharing my tips, stories, and ideas for listeners to overcome their fears, expand their consciousness, and embrace their inner magic. From learning to trust our intuition to pushing ourselves out of our comfort zones, listen to how you can create change in your life. I hope this episode offers a roadmap for anyone seeking to live a more authentic, fulfilling life.
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Women Beyond a Certain Age PodcastRestaurants in the Bigger Scheme of Things with Michele Jones [Rebroadcast]Michele Jones is back! This time we talk about how she believes the best restaurants are so much more than places that just sell food; they are community meeting places. We discuss the importance of making everyone who walks through the door feel like a regular, being kind, giving back by aligning your business with charities that share your values (generating valuable earned PR), Keanu Reeves, Drew Barrymore, and Molly Ringwald.
Michele is all about great people, great food, and great community. As former co-owner of Comfort, Pasture, and Bingo she learned a lot about...2023-04-2045 minLive Less AfraidFrom Distractions to Zen: Britt Chemla Jones on Making the Most of Working from HomeOn today's show, your host Michele Jones talks to Britt Chemla Jones about the work that she does to help business owners stay aligned. She used various techniques to help her clients. Below are a few takeaways from our conversation that you can try at home to help you get through your work day.
Ditch the office chair and use an exercise ball instead of a chair or sit on the floor
Avoid sitting in a chair or when you do sit, work to sit with your legs crossed
Use a few yoga stretches to help you during...2023-04-1825 minLive Less AfraidUnlocking Your Potential: 5 Steps to Mastering Mindset Work
Do you feel like you're not living up to your full potential? Are you struggling to achieve your goals and find happiness in your daily life? If so, you're not alone. Many of us are held back by limiting beliefs and negative thought patterns that prevent us from reaching our true potential.
In this podcast, your host Michele Jones explores 5 steps to mastering mindset work and unlocking your potential. You'll learn about the power of intention and how negative thoughts enforce limiting beliefs. You'll learn why you need to ignore the haters and why...2023-04-1121 minLive Less AfraidDon't think outside the box, think like there is no boxWelcome to the Live Less Afraid podcast with your host Michele Jones. In this podcast episode, I'll challenge you to break free from conventional thinking and explore new possibilities. In this episode, we delve into the concept of thinking beyond the box, and we take it one step further by encouraging you to embrace a mindset where there is no box.
I'm sharing my insights and experiences on how to cultivate a mindset that goes beyond the boundaries and limitations we put on ourselves. Michele shares her practical tips and strategies on approaching problems and challenges with...2023-04-0421 minLive Less AfraidDiscover the Keys to Happiness and Break Free from Emotional Energy DrainsWelcome to the Live Less Afraid podcast, where your host Michele Jones explores what makes us happy and what we waste emotional energy on. Today I will walk you through a couple of exercises to help you discover how and why we waste energy on things beyond our control or that do not serve any purpose in our lives. I’ll also share how these impact our decisions to live in joy and happiness, why we need to discover those things, and how to start doing the work to get there.
Here are a fe...2023-03-2818 minLive Less AfraidA conversation with Carissa Young on the Mind-Body Connection to Healing and Overcoming PainWelcome to the Live Less Afraid podcast, where your host Michele Jones and her guest Carissa Young explore the power of the mind to overcome pain and heal ourselves. Today, we will hear her inspiring story. She's lived through a journey of pain, and you'll hear how she used her mind to find healing and overcome debilitating pain.
Carissa experienced chronic pain for many years and tried various medical treatments and therapies, with little success. Frustrated and feeling hopeless, she turned to the power of her mind and began exploring different techniques for healing and self-care.
2023-03-2136 minLive Less AfraidBreaking Free from the Worry Trap: Unleashing Your Creative PotentialOn this episode of the Live Less Afraid podcast, host Michele Jones talks about how worry holds us back from being creative and how it affects our mindset, growth, and even our everyday life. Listen to the LLA podcast and discover what worry is, why we worry and how we can overcome it and why that is a goal worth pursuing! Find out more about Michele and connect with her using the links below.
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StrategyCastEpisode 443: Repurposing Original Research for Scaling Businesses with Michele Linn Founder of Mantis ResearchMarket research takes the guesswork out of product validity, audience, segmentation, overall positioning, and many other items that are essential for startup incumbent and established businesses. Listen in to this episode of the Integrate & Ignite Marketing Podcast with host Lori Jones and her guest Michele Linn founder of Mantis Research to learn more! And to see examples of how Michele repurposes research go to https://avocetcommunications.com/podcast2023-03-0734 min
The ReWork with Allison Tyler Jones081 - Selling and Streamlining with Software with Maureen Sullivan and Michele CardamoneWhen it comes to the software we use to manage our business, some make our lives easier and some don’t. And whether you are a solopreneur or manage a team, new to the business or a veteran, software can make or break the systems you use to be successful. So what software can not only streamline the business but can also help us sell? We’ve got two portrait photographers on the podcast today to talk about just that and we are discussing ProSelect, the industry standard for selling portraits; and we’ll also look at CRM (C...2023-03-0255 min
Live Less AfraidA maker's journey to owning your worth with guest, Kyle SusanCheck out this episode with Kyle Susan, owner of Visionary Voltage. He shares his journey of learning to be curious and how he stepped into becoming a maker and honoring the lessons he learned from his grandfather and his parents. Here's your takeaways:
1. You’re in control of the outcome of your life. Recognizing this changes your perspective.
2. You can’t control how other people act, but you can control how you react.
3. Recognize your worth & lean into who you are
4. Timing is everything
5. Do what you are passionate abou...2022-07-3041 min
Imperfect ParentingLive Less Afraid with Michele jonesThese days.. there is so much we’re faced with around our own fears..In this episode, Michele and I dive right in and talk about being real and and open about what you need both at work and in personal life.And. about showing up for others.This podcast is real, sensitive and a reminder of what is truly important.If you like what you hear, and live on the west coast, or have been meaning to come check it out.. Michele is doing a retreat! See below!Mor...2022-07-2054 minLive Less AfraidA conversation with Lisa Webley on 6 things you can start doing right now to feel betterYou're going to love this conversation with Lisa Webley. We share our 6 favorite tools for feeling better right now. Have you wanted to start a personal development journey but aren't sure what that first step is? Here's 6 things you can start to work on right now that are easy, don't cost a lot of money and are practical and easy enough to start doing today. So grab a paper and pen and press play now.
Want to start working on your journey right now? I have 2 spots open for new clients. DM me to find out more o...2022-06-0838 minLive Less AfraidLearning to walk our own pathOn this episode I talk about walking our own path and owning our own knowledge and experiences. I also encourage you to remember that no one has your story, and no one can talk about what you know the way you can.
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...2022-06-0510 minLive Less AfraidI'm going to tell you a secretOn today's episode I'm sharing with you one of my biggest secrets. That's right, I'm letting you in on it. We forget so much of what we already know. Want to find out the answers to your questions? Look inside. Get quiet. Listen.
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...2022-05-0616 minLive Less AfraidWhy it's ok to be a cry babyDid you know that crying is so good for us! It has many health and wellness benefits and on today's episode I talk about how crying can help us grow and change and heal. Check it out!
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This is how we grow and learn and change. Trust that you are where you are supposed to be t...2022-03-1914 minWomen Beyond a Certain Age PodcastThe Circuitous Road to Restaurant Ownership with Michele JonesMichele Jones is with us this week to talk about how she got into the hospitality industry, how she developed great work ethic early on, and how she thrives managing chaos.
Michele is all about great people, great food, and great community. As former co-owner of Comfort, Pasture, and Bingo she learned a lot about the restaurant business and about the wonderful people in the small business community. Michele is a community mover and shaker who loves to give back and delight others. Michele is a doer who loves the people who surround her. Now...2022-02-2042 minLive Less AfraidPay attention to the synchronicities in your lifeSo many times, things happen in our life, we chalk them up to coincidences, or to luck or chance. Today I am here to blow that out of the water. It is all being orchestrated; we just need to pay better attention to the signs. The Universe or God or whoever or whatever you think is running this show has got your back. She wants to align and give and create and allow and make space for all. the. things. we. desire. in this life! But we have to do our part, we have to focus on those things...2022-02-0512 minLive Less AfraidTrust in the timing of your lifeOn today's episode, I cover the reasons why we need to trust the power of the timing in our lives. Why it is so important that we get out of our own way, that we let go of fear and control, and learn to lean into the right here and now. To be in the present moment of knowing that we are in the Universe or God's divine timing. That even when we feel frustrated that things aren't happening when and how we want them- there is a plan! Don't lose your hope that it is coming! Keep your e...2022-01-2821 minLive Less AfraidThe Power of "We"On today's episode I talk about the power of "we" and codependency. Listen to why our collective strength comes from being together. I share why it's important to me and ways you can nurture your power of "we". Find out more in today's episode. Have questions or ideas for a show, I'd love to connect with you. DM me on IG https://www.instagram.com/livelessafraid/ or email me at michele@livelessafraid.com
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H. P. Lovecast PodcastEp 47 - New Maps of Dream: Scott R. Jones and Matthew M. BartlettIn this episode of the HP Lovecast, Michele Brittany and Nicholas Diak discuss two short stories from New Maps of Dream, released by PS Publishing and edited by Cody Goodfellow and Joseph S. Pulver Sr.: "The Dankness over Dylath-Leen" by Scott R. Jones and "The Malls of Ulthar" by Matthew M. Bartlett.Episode edited by: Michele BrittanyThumbnail photo by: Michele Brittany / Ulthar cat model: AlgernonIntro/Outro Music: "Azathoth" by Philippe Gerber / John 3:16 (Bandcamp page)Links to Buy New Maps of Dream2022-01-181h 17Live Less AfraidVisionboarding & goal settingOn this episode, I talk about why I vision board and set goals. I also encourage you to make space to do this in your life and to share with others what you are doing and why.
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Have questions or ideas for a show, I'd love to connect with you. DM me on IG https://www.instagram.com/livelessafraid/ or email me at michele@livelessafraid.com. I'd welcome feedback on this episode, did it resonate with you? Is there another topic you are interested in? Message me or let's set up a 15 minute coffee chat.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dofJq1FzT8U
And as always I'd love to connect with you...2021-12-1419 minLive Less Afraid1 year anniversary of Live Less AfraidOn this episode I share how Live Less Afraid got started, where my love of coaching came from and I also celebrate this achievement and talk about why celebrating is important. I also offer some encouragement for anyone out there who's thinking of chasing their dreams. I'm here to support you on that journey!
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Michele
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...2021-12-1017 minLive Less AfraidPart 2-STRETCH Goals - What these are and why we need themThis is part 2 on a goal setting. On this episode I cover big scary STRETCH goals. What these are and why we need these sometimes. Why it can be an important part of our growth journey.
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Soul StoriesMo Jones: Helping You Find the Courage to Own Your Voice [S2E95]Mo Jones is our guest today. In this episode of Soul Stories, Mo and I chat about her passion to help others find the courage to use their voice. Mo has more than a decade of experience in Speech Language Pathology and describes herself as a former Introvert. Now, Mo is using her personal and professional experiences in her work as a Courage Coach. Mo is committed to helping others move through their fear and take 20 seconds of courageous action to live a life of authenticity, power, and excitement. In this episode, Mo shares great advice for listeners of all...2021-11-1548 minLive Less AfraidA conversation with Nancy Govero, domestic violence championNancy shares her amazing story of overcoming domestic violence and cancer and how she is being led to help others. She is working to increase awareness about Domestic Violence, so the problem can become more well known and understood. She wants victims to find their way out, and fo loved ones to learn how to support them, and the legal system to become a fair and consistent support for the abused. In addition, Nancy is passionate about education, she wants young people to learn the warning signs and be confident enough in themselves to avoid an abusive situation in...2021-08-0337 min
Light Up Your Worth21. Why Not Just Show Up with Michele JonesSend us a textMichele Jones is a lifelong learner, she's a survivor of a traumatic childhood. She loves sharing that she's a high school dropout with a bachelor's degree and a 20-year career in the business world. She's a 2x divorcee' and is proud to report e 3rd time's a charm. And if you want to talk about online dating, she's got a story for you! This last year (2020) she found (or rediscovered) her calling to serve others and live her life each day by her business name, Live Less Afraid. She's always felt a strong connection t...2021-07-3157 min
Finding Favorites with Leah JonesThe joys of making art with Michele WeldonMichele Weldon, a Chicago-based author and journalist, loves to paint and sketch. She joined me from her art-filled home to talk about the joy she has found in oil painting, pastel sketching and not turning a beloved hobby into a side-hustle.
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Show Links
Michele Weldon's website
Act Like You're Having a Good Time (and additional books by Michele)
Op Ed Project
En plein air
Continuing studies at School of the Art Institute of Chicago
92Y pastels c...2021-05-021h 08
Baby FeverBaby Talk: Interview with Doula Michele MirisolaIn this episode, we're celebrating World Doula Week with an interview with our dear friend, birth and postpartum doula, Michele Mirisola. Michele walks us through the services birth and postpartum doulas offer, how their work differs from other birth workers, such as obstetricians and midwives, and what personally drew her to become a doula.Contact Michele at www.micheledoula.com.2021-03-2450 min