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The Resilient Entrepreneur with Michelle MercierEP 72 | Nicole Lewis-Keeber - The Intersection of Mental Health and Business Ownership>>> Join Michelle's Surviving Entrepreneurship Community to continue to conversation or receive your free gift 2021-04-1944 min
Engineering Calmer Agencies & Consulting Firms: Calm is the New KPIProcrastination and Why The Bootstrapper Mindset Keeps You Stuck & Frustrated with Charlie GilkeyBusy, busy, busy.We are all so busy.And that makes it really easy—too easy, in fact—to come up with excuses not to do the work that’s most important to us. Because that’s also usually the work that’s the scariest.For the last month, we’ve been talking about all the ways that founders get in their own way and the practical tools you can use to get OUT of your own way. In the first episode of the series, Michelle Warner talks about the critical...2020-06-0941 minEngineering Calmer Agencies & Consulting Firms: Calm is the New KPIPatience & Purposeful Experimentation with Jason Van OrdenOften, we come up with new ideas, launch them, and then get disappointed that they don't work. So we shift to something else, create something new, and run through the whole cycle again. But what if it was a great idea and you just didn't give it a chance to succeed? Maybe you didn't give it enough time? Or devote enough resources to it? Or tell enough people about it? Maybe you didn't market it to the right people or in the right way. Maybe this thing you created is...2020-06-0237 minEngineering Calmer Agencies & Consulting Firms: Calm is the New KPIHow Trauma & Perfectionism Affect Your Business with Nicole Lewis-KeeberWhat kind of relationship do you have with your business? Are you ride-or-die BFFs? Or is your business a mean, demanding boss that makes you dread going to work?Like any relationship that we are in, the relationship that we have with our business can be complex and they take understanding, consideration, and work. This month, we've been talking about the various ways that business owners get in their own way, the different ways this shows up, and some practical strategies to avoid making these mistakes over and over. If you're...2020-05-2636 min
The Sparkle Hour » Uncategorized84- The Final EpisodeMichelle & Nicole thank their listeners and share their thoughts behind the decision to end the podcast after 10 seasons and what happens next for The Sparkle… Read more "84- The Final Episode"2019-04-0300 min
The Sparkle Hour84- The Final EpisodeMichelle & Nicole thank their listeners and share their thoughts behind the decision to end the podcast after 10 seasons and what happens next for The Sparkle Hour.2019-04-0309 minThe Sparkle Hour83 - Season 10 FinaleAs our 10th season comes to a close, The Sparkle Hour is going on an extended spring break! Michelle & Nicole share some tidbits of what's coming next season including options for membership, sponsorship, and IRL retreats.2019-03-1332 min
The Sparkle Hour » Uncategorized82 – Michelle Lewis Pulls Back the Veil on Leading an Online SummitNicole interviews Michelle about the inner workings of hosting her online event, The Transformational Positivity Summit. Michelle gives a “backstage pass” to our listeners today about the… Read more "82 – Michelle Lewis Pulls Back the Veil on Leading an Online Summit"2019-03-0600 minThe Sparkle Hour82 - Michelle Lewis Pulls Back the Veil on Leading an Online SummitThis week: Michelle Lewis tells us about her Transformational Positivity Summit. A series of interviews with experts in the field of positivity from all walks of life. 2019-03-0637 minThe Sparkle Hour81 - Dr. Michelle Mazur's 3 Word RebellionThis week: Dr Michelle Mazur is a speech coach and helps people deliver their message. She works with business owners and speakers to help them stand out. She talks with us about her "3 Word Rebellion" 2019-02-2735 min
The Sparkle Hour » Uncategorized80 – Ali Shapiro on Radical Healing & a Truce With FoodMichelle & Nicole talk with special guest Ali Shapiro of the Insatiable podcast and founder of Truce with Food®about navigating the maze of holistic health & nutrition from the intersections of medicine, diet culture, and body positivity.2019-02-2000 minThe Sparkle Hour80 - Ali Shapiro on Radical Truth and a Truce with FoodMichelle & Nicole talk with special guest Ali Shapiro of the Insatiable podcast and founder of Truce with Food®about navigating the maze of holistic health & nutrition from the intersections of medicine, diet culture, and body positivity.2019-02-2045 minThe Sparkle Hour79 - Rebecca Teaff Vulnerable LeadershipRebecca Teaff, owner and chief creative officer of Redstart Creative, joins us to talk about the power of sharing your story. She shares a bit of her own story and how powerful of a tool story is when it comes to marketing. 2019-02-1338 min
Make Marketing Suck Less for Expertise-Driven Solo BusinessesFrom Inner Kiddo to CEO with Nicole Lewis-KeeberNicole Lewis-Keeber is joining me today on the podcast. Nicole has over 20 years in the mental health field, including a Master's degree in social work and a licensed social worker. Today we're talking about the different types of traumas that we can experience throughout our lifetimes and how these traumas can deeply affect our lives and therefore our businesses, even decades after the fact. Nicole's work has truly helped me identify and solve problems in my business (that I didn't even know existed) and I know she can help you do the same.2019-02-1223 minMake Marketing Suck Less for Expertise-Driven Solo BusinessesFrom Inner Kiddo to CEO with Nicole Lewis-KeeberNicole Lewis-Keeber is joining me today on the podcast. Nicole has over 20 years in the mental health field, including a Master's degree in social work and a licensed social worker. Today we're talking about the different types of traumas that we can experience throughout our lifetimes and how these traumas can deeply affect our lives and therefore our businesses, even decades after the fact. Nicole's work has truly helped me identify and solve problems in my business (that I didn't even know existed) and I know she can help you do the same.2019-02-1223 min
The Sparkle Hour » Uncategorized78 – Oh, January…January can be a challenging month. As we move out of January, into February, we take a bit of time to reflect on the lessons we are already learning from our words of the year! Nicole’s word of the year is “tend”. Michelle’s word of the year is “positivity”.2019-02-0600 minThe Sparkle Hour78 - Oh JanuaryJanuary can be a challenging month. As we move out of January, into February, we take a bit of time to reflect on the lessons we are already learning from our words of the year. Nicole’s word of the year is “tend”. Michelle’s word of the year is “positivity”.2019-02-0621 min
The Sparkle Hour » Uncategorized77 – Mindset Magic with Krysti TurznikKrysti Turznik joins us today to talk about the importance of mindset. She shares the story of how adjusting her mindset after finishing a shower many years… Read more "77 – Mindset Magic with Krysti Turznik"2019-01-3000 minThe Sparkle Hour77 - Mindset Magic with Krysti TurznikKrysti Turznik joins us today to talk about the importance of mindset! She shares the story of how adjusting her mindset after finishing a shower many years ago changed the course of her life. Krysti gives some insights on what it takes to write meditations and also recounts a story of seeing the transformation in someone else who changed their mindset.Find links and show notes at our website TheSparkleHour.com2019-01-3031 min
The Sparkle Hour » Uncategorized76 – Getting Up in Your Ladybits with The Coochie Coach, Nikki BrownNikki Brown, The Coochie Coach, is a mompreneur on a mission to transform women’s conversations around sex & intimacy. Nikki is candid, authentic, & healing. We are… Read more "76 – Getting Up in Your Ladybits with The Coochie Coach, Nikki Brown"2019-01-2300 minThe Sparkle Hour76 - Getting Up In Your Lady-bits with Nikki Brown,The Coochie CoachNikki Brown, The Coochie Coach, is a mompreneur on a mission to transform women's conversations around sex & intimacy. Nikki is candid, authentic, & healing. We are unfiltered in this conversation around the female anatomy, sexuality, and we talk about some tough stuff in this episode that may be triggering for people who have suffered sexual violence so feel free to stop listening and take a self-care break if it becomes too much for you. You are not alone.2019-01-2339 min
The Sparkle Hour » Uncategorized75 – Transformational Retreats with Elaine WellmanElaine Wellman, professional event planner and coach, returns to The Sparkle Hour to share some insights and information about transformational retreat planning.2019-01-1600 minThe Sparkle Hour75 - Transformational Events with Elaine WellmanElaine Wellman, professional event planner and coach, returns to The Sparkle Hour to share some insights and information about retreat planning! She shares that one of the keys to a successful retreat is DOWNTIME and recounts a time where she was moved at a retreat by observing one of the participants. 2019-01-1633 min
The Sparkle Hour » Uncategorized74 – Season 10 Opener: The Resolute Word of the YearNicole and Michelle talk about the value of choosing a Word of the Year instead of a New Year's Resolution.2019-01-0900 minThe Sparkle Hour74 - The Resolute Word of the YearOn this episode, we discuss the impact of choosing a word of the year to guide us, instead of setting ourselves up for failure with a futiile New Year’s Resolution. We encourage you to choose a word for this year and share it with us in The Sparkle Hour Facebook Group2019-01-0914 min
The Sparkle Hour » Uncategorized73 – The Happy Holidays Minisodes: Dianne Bondy Says You Can Have The Damn Cookie!Dianne Bondy returns to the Sparkle Hour for this Happy Holiday Minisode! Dianne encourages us to spend a little time in nature and to eat the damn cookie.2018-12-2600 minThe Sparkle Hour73 - Happy Holidays Minisode Dianne Bondy Says You Can Have the Damn Cookie!Dianne Bondy, yoga entrepreneur, returns to the Sparkle Hour for this Happy Holiday Minisode! Dianne encourages us to spend a little time in nature and gives us permission to "eat the damn cookie".2018-12-2612 minThe Sparkle Hour » Uncategorized72 – The Happy Holidays Minisodes: A Trio of Unexpected DessertsMichelle and Nicole have fun reviewing three super easy and seriously creative reincarnations of cereal-as-dessert recipes sent in by friend-of-the-show Julie Purcell of For Womankind. Gotta bring a dessert for the office party? WE GOT CHOO BOO. Recipes included!2018-12-1900 minThe Sparkle Hour72 - Happy Holidays Minisode A Trio of Unexpected DessertsFor WomanKind founder Julie Purcell has sent along some special recipes for creative desserts made with CEREAL! #CerealAsDessert #DessertAsCereal2018-12-1911 minThe Sparkle Hour71 - Happy Holidays Minisode Year End Energy with Feng Shui Expert Tina FalkTina Falk, Feng Shui Expert, joins us to reflect on how Chinese Astrology affects our attitudes toward the holidays. We need to embrace our own energy and take ownership of who we are during the holidays.2018-12-1215 minThe Sparkle Hour70 - Happy Holidays Minisode Dr. Terrlyn Curry Avery Digs DecemberDr. Terrlyn Curry-Avery, creator of Pastology (Pastoring + Psychology), joins us to talk about the power of choice when it comes to family gatherings at the holidays. Although she doesn’t cook, she does have a favorite holiday dish, cornbread dressing! We are so blessed to have her back on The Sparkle Hour!2018-12-0510 minThe Sparkle Hour69 - Happy Holidays Minisode Elaine's Not Xmas ShoppingElaine Wellman, Event & Retreat Strategist & Coach, joins us as we continue our journey through the crazy holiday season. Elaine reminds us that we don’t have to keep doing things the way they’ve always been done! She shares a fun story of how she changed things up in her family to take care of herself.2018-11-2807 minThe Sparkle Hour68 - Happy Holiday Minisode - Michelle is Thankful for New ThanksgivingAs the Happy Holiday minisodes continue, Michelle reflects on how the atmosphere of her Thanksgiving celebration has changed over the years. Whereas it was once a fearful, traumatic experience, it is now a fun and enjoyable time. We share some sparkly shit and also remind you that it is okay to reach out for help to get through the challenging times. 2018-11-2108 minThe Sparkle Hour67 - Happy Holiday Minisode - Nicole’s Permission Slip to Rewrite Your Holiday ExperienceAs the holidays quickly approach, Nicole gives us permission to redefine the way we experience the holidays. Maybe it’s time to take a step back and re-evaluate what you are doing and why you are doing it. Maybe it’s time for a change. 2018-11-1407 minThe Sparkle Hour66 - The Happy Holiday MinisodesThe holiday season is upon us! Because the summer minisodes were so popular, we decided to offer some holiday minisodes to help you get through this often challenging time of year. Each week, from the beginning of November through the end of December, we’ll be bringing you bite-sized nuggets of goodness to enhance your day.2018-11-0705 minThe Sparkle Hour65 - Season Finale - Support for When You are Triggered AFThis episode comes with a HSA - Heavy Sh*t Advisory. As Season 8 draws to a close, we reflect on current events which may have triggered many women out there. It's okay to get help. It's okay to cry. It's not your fault. There are little things you can do each day to help you keep going. PLUS - a little sidetrack about a neighbor dog. 2018-10-3132 minThe Sparkle Hour64 - Choose Your Evolution with Bryna HaynesInspirational speaker, philosopher, seeker, waymaker, coach, and award-winning, best-selling author: Bryna Haynes is the creator of CHOOSE YOUR EVOLUTION. She empowers entrepreneurs, leaders, change-makers and influencers to harness their inner power and potential so they can create their ideal reality while serving their communities and the world. She believes that everyone is capable of living in their genius through conscious choice, inspired action—and, most importantly, knowing how to ask the right questions. 2018-10-2445 minThe Sparkle Hour63 - The Energy of HavingnessMichelle and Nicole reflect a bit on where they’ve been, where they are headed, and the role Sparkle Skills has played along the way. They dig into the concept of “having-ness” and how we can appreciate and sparkle through having.2018-10-1723 minThe Sparkle Hour62 - Healing Trauma Through the Psychology of Voice with Tracy GoodwinTracy Goodwin has been coaching the voices of celebrities, entrepreneurs and business leaders around the globe for over 28 years. Tracy joins us to talk about how our voices can be used to reveal and heal trauma. One phrase used to silence us at some point in our lives can affect the way we use our voices in the long-term. Our subconscious wants to protect us and our hearts, but we need to teach it to let go and let ourselves speak. Tracy helps people overcome this and find their true voices.Captivate the Room2018-10-1040 minThe Sparkle Hour61 - Tanya Geisler vs Impostor ComplexTanya Geisler – certified Life and Business Coach (CPCC), TEDxWomen speaker, and writer – teaches women and women-identified people, how to step into their starring roles, own their authority, and overcome the Impostor Complex in their life, in their work, and in their life’s work. We are so blessed to have her join us on the Sparkle Hour!
Tanya shares with us her insights and experiences with Impostor Complete and sheds light on how to manage it.2018-10-0348 minThe Sparkle Hour60- Support for Rockstarring Your RippleOn this episode, Nicole and Michelle reflect on how your support system can change as you up-level yourself. Not everyone can appreciate and understand where you have come from and where you want to go. It’s important to manage your support expectations and seek out new support when necessary. If you aren’t sure where to find new connections, seek out folks in common interest groups, using Google if necessary! Remember to spend time with nature...even if it’s just a houseplant to talk to.2018-09-2632 minThe Sparkle Hour59 - Up to Some Badassery with Samantha Parker & Kathy RasmussenWelcome to Episode 59 of The Sparkle Hour featuring Samantha Parker & Kathy Ramussen of Badassery Magazine!
We considered turning this episode into a “drinking game” around the words “Badass” or “Badassery”, then reflected that we would be so plastered by the end, we decided not to roll with that.
Samantha & Kathy share the “origin story” of Badassery Magazine. How they met, how the clicked and how they grew into what they are today. They reflect on their relationship and how their complementary skills make the business work.
They reflect on the magazines they enjoyed growing up and how those publications inspired them…even if it...2018-09-1933 minThe Sparkle Hour58 - Season 8 Opener: What Is It We're REALLY Doing?Nicole and Michelle are back from summer break and will be resuming the longer episode format.
In July, the ladies attended Podcast Movement in Philly. After attempting to share their vision with other conference attendees, they realized “We gotta get our shit together and tell people what we do here!”
The experience made the ladies start asking themselves, “What are we doing here? What is our purpose? What is the thing we want to be known for?”
The answer?
“We help people heal and transform their trauma through the use of humor, storytelling, and Sparkle Skills.”
“We’re not here to label anybody...2018-09-1217 minThe Sparkle Hour57 BONUS EPISODE What We Learned At Podcast MovementIn this bonus episode Nicole and Michelle explain why they were late for their own party! We’ll tell you how the VP of the US made us late for our own party and how Mercury Retrograde lit a small fire in us. Why we were in Philly and why we have to shout out to the amazing women we met. We share our thought process on the direction the podcast is taking.2018-09-0527 minThe Sparkle Hour56- The Summer Sparkler Minisodes - Final ThoughtsAh, Summer! Hot and Sunny and Humid and Hyponotic and Wild and Dreamy, Adventurous and Magical and oh-so-Steamy. School's out and people go on vacation, maybe fall in love, take it easy or try to cross something off from their "bucket list" in these long, wonderfully warm summer days. We love it!
Even as the earthly season is winding down, so does this mini-season of The Sparkle Hour come to an end. Join us as Michelle and Nicole riff on some of their favorite moments of the summer so far, share some insight on the bad & the beautiful, and offer...2018-08-0120 minThe Sparkle Hour55- The Summer Sparkler Minisodes - featuring thoughts on fun from Kathleen ShannonSummer 2018 is begging us to have some FUN, and we are happy to oblige. We are continuing our Summer Sparkler Mini-sodes Series with boss pal & shero, Kathleen Shannon of Being Boss and Braid Creative. You've heard us chat with Kathleen on the show a couple of times and we've loved having her on the show. This time, however, Nicole and Michelle weren't able to chat live with her but instead read an email from Kathleen on what she finds FUN.2018-07-2614 minThe Sparkle Hour54- The Summer Sparkler Minisodes - 2 for 1 featuring Michelle Lewis & Nicole Lewis-KeeberThis double mini-sode features fun memories and tips from The Sparkle Hour girls, Michelle Lewis and Nicole Lewis-Keeber.2018-07-1827 minThe Sparkle Hour53- The Summer Sparkler Minisodes - featuring Melissa BurgioMelissa Burgio talks to Angels, and when she's not doing holistic energy healing work she is into bicycle rides, barefoot walks, and some Frose with her girlfriends. Count us IN!2018-07-1115 minThe Sparkle Hour52- The Summer Sparkler Minisodes - featuring Angela ToddOur favorite Cultural Historian, Angela Todd, is back on The Sparkle Hour for this summer sparkler mini-sode with a neat little trip down Memory Lane.
Her version of Summer Fun as an adult now includes some family bonding over a board game that she never thought she'd play, let alone get totally into (hint: she's a Paladin).2018-07-0416 minThe Sparkle Hour51- The Summer Sparkler Minisodes - featuring Deb ComanContent Writer & Marketing Strategist Deb Coman shares what she does to shake things up and add some FUN to work & life.2018-06-2712 min
The Sparkle Hour50- S6:E7 Season Six FinaleSeason Six Finale2018-05-3030 min
The Sparkle Hour49- S6:E6 Healthy Ways to Handle Fear & Uncertainty (Sparkle School Edition)In today’s episode, Nicole and Michelle will describe their best tools for handling fear and uncertainty. The truth is that fear does not have to be your enemy. Sometimes, it is your ally and your teacher. When you gain clarity over where your fear is coming from, you can use it in a healthy, empowering way! We can’t wait to share what we’ve learned about fear as a teacher with you.2018-05-2327 minThe Sparkle Hour48- S6:E5 Truth Telling with Kelly McNelis of Women for OneTRIGGER WARNING: We know our community, and we want to take care of you! That being said, there might be a few topics in this episode that could be triggering. Take a moment and take care of yourself!
On the show today, we have an amazingly talented lady whose superpower is truth-telling. Kelly McNelis of Women for One is on a mission to help you embrace who you are, mess and all.2018-05-1631 min
The Sparkle Hour47- S6:E4 Truth Telling is a Sparkle Skill SuperpowerWe sing the praises of speaking your truth, but what happens after you speak up? Oftentimes, our truth is not perceived the way we want it to be, or someone else’s truth is rubbing up against our own. Michelle and Nicole understand just how fraught these situations can be. So how is it possible to speak up for yourself when you are triggered or upset? How can we respond in a healthy, loving way when we are hurt by our circumstances?
Sparkle Skills are always growing and changing. Today, Nicole and Michelle want to pull out a few life le...2018-05-0926 min
The Sparkle Hour46- S6:E3- The Sparkle Zone is Your Foundation for HealingThe Sparkle Zone is not a magical land where everything is perfect, it is a state of mind that anchors you to your truest self. Michelle and Nicole are on a mission to help you better understand the Sparkle Zone so that you can recognize when you’ve stepped away or if there are cracks in your foundation. The Sparkle Zone is not a magical land where everything is perfect, it is a state of mind that anchors you to your truest self. Michelle and Nicole are on a mission to help you better understand the Sparkle Zone so that yo...2018-05-0234 min
The Sparkle Hour45- S6:E2- Witch, Please! Dr. Carolyn ElliottDr. Carolyn Elliot is changing the way we think about magic and witchcraft. Rather than being confined to a convention, Carolyn runs a six-figure online business equipping people all over the world in practical magic.2018-04-2540 minThe Sparkle Hour44- S6:E1- Let's Get DreamyNicole and Michelle spend some time sharing about what is currently dreamy in their lives and daydreaming about what's coming up for The Sparkle Hour.2018-04-1831 min
The Sparkle Hour43- BONUS EPISODE: The Being Boss Book with Emily Thompson & Kathleen ShannonMichelle & Nicole get a chance to sit down with Emily Thompson and Kathleen Shannon, the dynamic powerhouse duo who created the wildly popular podcast, BEING BOSS, to discuss the making of their new book.2018-04-1140 min
The Sparkle Hour42- S5:E7- Season Finale: Sparkle School FreshmenThat’s a wrap on Season 5! Nicole and Michelle have had so many formative experiences this season as they have given birth to Sparkle School. This season really was a bit like Freshman Year of high school, and the Sparkle lessons will just keep coming next season.
Today, Michelle and Nicole are here to remind you that you don’t have to have it all figured out to give something a try. When they launched Sparkle School, they were still learning throughout the whole process! You can be a learner and an expert at the same time. That is what is s...2018-03-2135 min
The Sparkle Hour41- S5:E6- Patterns & PathwaysSparkle School is back in session, and Michelle and Nicole are ready to hit the ground running and have a little fun. What is not so fun is that we all have thought patterns and behaviors that have been coloring our perspective since childhood. Many times, these behavioral patterns are damaging, and they prevent us from entering the Sparkle Zone. Today, the ladies are going to discuss how our brains make these neural pathways, and how we can overcome them on our road to healing.2018-03-1447 min
The Sparkle Hour40- S5:E5- Wounded by Religion, Healed by the Sacred featuring Dr. Terrlyn L. Curry AveryReligion is a loaded word. The topic is so heavy and brings up such strong emotion for many of us, so it is often easier just to avoid the conversation. Today, we are taking a huge breath and engaging the conversation with open hearts and a willingness to be healed. We both have had some traumatic experiences with religion, but have found healing and hope in spirituality. We couldn’t think of anyone better to lead us to a deeper understanding of the sacred than Dr Terrlyn Curry Avery.
Terrlyn loves to ask the Big Questions, and all of that qu...2018-03-0831 min
The Sparkle Hour39- S5:E4- The --it ShowSh*t Happens, and it happens to all of us. Some sh*t is obvious, and easier to avoid stepping in (or living in!). Michelle & Nicole teach you how to recognize what sh*t is for you, so that you can make more empowered choices moving forward.2018-02-2835 min
The Sparkle Hour38- S5:E3 Living in The Sparkle ZoneLife in The Sparkle Zone is not some mystical far-off fantasy land, it's closer to you than you may think. Michelle & Nicole share what it looks like for them, what it might look like for you, and how to know when you're in it.2018-02-2139 min
The Sparkle Hour37- S5:E2 - The 5 Phases of Sparkling --it Out"Sparkling That Sh*t Out" is a healing process. Michelle & Nicole outline the 5 Phases of Sparkling Sh*t Out with a brief description of each step.2018-02-1435 min
The Sparkle Hour36- S5:E1- Welcome to Sparkle SchoolMichelle & Nicole have big plans a'brewing for Season 5 as we introduce Sparkle School- a resource for living life in The Sparkle Zone.
Exciting things are happening, so here is your official invitation to get in on what’s about to go down. We are on a mission to sparkle shit out and create a ripple of healing wherever we go. Now is the time to pull back the veil and tell you exactly how that is going to happen. Together, we can amplify our voices and change the world!2018-02-0720 min
The Sparkle Hour35- S4:E10 Season Finale- Our Baby Turned OneSeason 4 finale. Nicole & Michelle wrap up the 4th season and first year of The Sparkle Hour podcast.2018-01-2424 min
The Sparkle Hour34- S4:E9 Tanya Markul, aka THUG UNIORN Blows Our Effing MindsLife can either get you down, or you can teach life a thing or two.
This is the spirit that our guest, Tanya Markul, a.k.a. Thug Unicorn, carries around with her in all that she does. Her message to the darkness? “Eat. My. Stardust.” Tanya is no stranger to pain and trauma. Time after time, life handed her almost too much to handle. Most people would crumble under the weight. Not this Unicorn! Instead of letting her life’s tragedies defeat her, she used the pain to propel her towards the light.2018-01-1735 min
The Sparkle Hour33- S4:E8 Dianne Bondy is a Yoga Entrepreneur, Activist, Writer and Disruptor (and a total goddess)The tides are turning, and body positivity is on the rise. Thanks to activists and disruptors in just about every industry all over the world, the message is getting out that there is no wrong way to have a body. We are so excited to have celebrated yoga teacher and social justice activist Dianne Bondy on the show today. Dianne started the Yoga For All Movement as a way to make the healing practice of yoga accessible to anyone, regardless of body size, race, or ability.2018-01-1042 min
The Sparkle Hour32- S4:E7 Kathleen Shannon Definitely Knows About Being BossKathleen Shannon is the co-founder of Braid Creative and the co-host of the chart topping podcast Being Boss which now has close to 4 million downloads. Her work really focuses on helping creative entrepreneurs with their personal brands by bringing more of who they are into the work they do and she's obsessed with digging into the mindset, habits, routines, and attitudes that empower creatives to live and work on their terms.2018-01-0342 min
The Sparkle Hour31- S4:E6- Tina Falk, Part 2: Feng Shui & A Spirit PosseFrom the very small, to the very large, Tina will be dropping Truth about the year ahead. 2018 is the Dog Year, but there’s a bit more here than meets the eye. Tina will show us exactly how to embrace the changes in the year ahead, deal with some of the fiery confrontation, and show us that the solution is to draw into our homes and our families. After today’s episode, you will either want to run to your closet to clean it out, or run to your loved ones and squeeze them tight.2017-12-2739 min
The Sparkle Hour30- S4:E5 Sparkling Some Sh*T OUT w/Angela ToddOne of the most incredible benefits of this podcast is the amazing tribe of women sparkling sh*t out together across the world. In this, the fourth season of our podcast adventure, we wanted to emphasize how amazing these women are. There is no one better to kick off the listener appreciation movement than our dear friend, Angela Todd.2017-12-2029 min
The Sparkle Hour29- S4:E4 Embodying Your True Beauty- Sarah LiddleSarah Liddle is a woman on a mission to educate, empower, and serve women all over the world. It is amazing that something as simple as a skincare line can make such a lasting impact. Listen to see just what a bright light Sarah Liddle is in this world.2017-12-1328 min
The Sparkle Hour28- S4:E3 Confident Business Coaching with Dena FayWhat does it take to be successful? Confidence is key, right? Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a stay-at-home mom, or working the 9-to-5, in order to fully realize your calling and dreams, you’ve got to take a few risks. Today’s guest, Dena Kowlaczyk talks with Nicole and Michelle about how to build confidence, take care of yourself, and run a business like a boss.2017-12-0638 min
The Sparkle Hour27- S4:E2- Tina Falk, Part 1: Feng Shui Master Melts the InternetTina Falk shares some Feng Shui basics, as well as a few suggestions for getting started. It all comes down to energy, how it flows, where it gets stuck, and what you can do to help it flow in the right direction again.2017-11-2958 min
The Sparkle Hour26- S4:E1 Real Talk with The Sparkle Hour GirlsIt’s time for a brand new podcast season with all new projects, guests, and a lineup of epic proportions coming your way. Nichole and Michelle have been hard at work over the summer putting in the work, the time, and all the emotions to make this season better than ever before.2017-11-2229 min
The Sparkle Hour25- S3:E7 Season 3 FinaleToday we have the finale to season three! Michelle and Nicole are really grateful to Facebook for bringing them together. Although they're cousins, they didn't really know each other before and now, they each have a best friend, a cohort and partner in crime.
Today they do a mini recap to catch up a bit about what this past season's been like and the changes that have taken place for them, both personally, professionally and also, within this podcast. If you're a binge listener like them, it will seem as if no time has passed at all since the very...2017-10-1837 min
The Sparkle Hour24- S3:E6 - Finding Healing Through ForgivenessThe process that Nicole has been going through over the past couple of weeks is an ongoing one of learning forgiveness and healing her wounds. Today, she shares what the process has been like for her, what she's been working through and how she's done it, because, as Michelle points out, forgiveness is one of the most important keys to healing and growth that we can ever access. So, listen in while Nicole, with Michelle's support and encouragement, sparkles that shit out on the show today!2017-10-1140 min
The Sparkle Hour23- S3:E5 Karen Donaldson and Emotional EatingNicole & Michelle meet with Registered Dietician, Certified Personal Trainer, & Certified Weight Loss Coach, Karen Donaldson to talk about the connection between ACE & emotional eating disorders.2017-10-0439 min
The Sparkle Hour22- S3:E4 - Staying in Your PowerSometimes even when you're doing your very best and you're stepping up and living in the intention of shining, the dreaded Saboteur still shows up. What then? Well, when you've been doing your work around this issue, he really does start to seem more like Little Sabby, rather than this big, dark, evil thing that shows up and tries to take you out. So it's worth taking the time and really getting to know it. It is well worth doing the work that's necessary to partner with it, so that you can get to understand it fully- all the while...2017-09-2729 minThe Sparkle Hour21- S3:E3 - Getting Real w/Body Image IssuesMichelle has really been trying so hard to love the body that she's living in. She put on seventy pounds, and it felt very shaming for her- a far cry from loving her body. She gets pissed at her body and wants to figure out why and where it all came from. Michelle and Nicole share tips on loving the body you live in on the days it feels hard to. So come get your sparkle on, right now, and listen in to today's show!2017-09-2039 min
The Sparkle Hour20- S3:E2 - Mindset Shifts & Finding ClarityIt's so easy to become distracted by all the shiny stuff on the sides and all the different information and advice that's so readily available and in your face. So listen in, as Michelle and Nicole try to find some clarity amidst the sea of noise and information that's coming in from all around. Time to sparkle that shit out!2017-09-1340 min
The Sparkle Hour19- S3:E1 - Positive ChangeIn our Season 3 opener, Nicole and Michelle share their vision, their mission, and the exciting things to come.2017-09-0635 min
The Sparkle Hour18- S2:E9 - Season Two FinaleNicole and Michelle sparkle some shit out for the Season 2 finale. Nicole & Michelle close out Season 2 with a wrap up on Drama Llamas, Fembots, an update on Buffy the Chicken, and a look ahead.2017-07-0556 min
The Sparkle Hour17- S2:E8 - The Blessings Butterfly Spreads Her WingsTransformation takes guts & grace. Today Nicole interviews Michelle about the evolution of her business, The Blessings Butterfly, and how she took it from an e-book of affirmations to personal coaching.2017-06-2840 min
The Sparkle Hour16- S2:E7 - Artist & Design Coach, Jessica BarnakArtist Jessica Barnak sparkles and snarkles with Nicole and Michelle and shares how a terminal diagnosis in her family has taught her to be a badass role model for her daughters.2017-06-2140 min
The Sparkle Hour15- S2:E6 - Website Developer & Podcaster Liza WildeMichelle & Nicole interview Liza Wilde, a super tech-savvy website developer and co-host of the Do It Scared podcast and learn more about what it means to be a multi-passionate, extroverted introvert.2017-06-1449 min
The Sparkle Hour14- S2:E5 - Shadow Shows, Support Teams, & Getting Off the SidelinesMichelle and Nicole share real-life examples of how their "shadow self" or "saboteur" shows up from time to time and how asking for the support you need can help you to navigate those dark times to step back into your sparkle.2017-06-0733 min
The Sparkle Hour13- S2:E4 - Communication Tips for Grown UpsNicole and Michelle talk about how they navigated a potentially sticky communication landmine and give tips on how to avoid communication breakdowns for adults.2017-05-3139 min
The Sparkle Hour12- S2:E3 - Gender Roles for Modern FamiliesNicole and Michelle take some time to discuss and question traditional gender roles and how they fit (or don't) into modern families.2017-05-2426 min
The Sparkle Hour11- S2:E2 - Feather & Wild Creator, Dani SchnakenbergIn today's show Nicole and Michelle interview their first guest. Dani Schnakenberg is a former "mommy blogger" turned serial entrepreneur. She and husband Josh are parents to 5 children, and she home-schools the two eldest kids. Dani is the creator of Feather & Wild Apparel and she is the co-host of the Do It Scared podcast alongside Liza Wilde. We are blown away by all she is accomplishing before the age of 30 and her nuggets of wisdom.2017-05-171h 00
The Sparkle Hour10- S2:E1- The Privilege of ProfanityIn our Season Two opener, Nicole and Michelle talk about the complexity and controversy involving language & gender.2017-05-1043 min
The Sparkle Hour9- Preason Special Episode - Fowl Play: What the Cluck?!We recorded this episode to share a truth-is-stranger-than-fiction story about a wild goose, er, chicken chase that involves your co-host Michelle, Buffy the Chicken, a hen hostage situation, and a Facebook community up in arms to bring #JusticeForBuffy. Listen to "Fowl Play - What the Cluck?!"2017-04-2628 min
The Sparkle Hour8- S1:E8 - Season 1 Finale- Healthy Ways to Handle Fear and UncertaintyIn the Season 1 Finale, Nicole and Michelle discuss some of the healthy ways that they are dealing with increased fear and uncertainty.2017-04-0540 min
The Sparkle Hour7- S1:E7- What Is Your Money Mindset?In today's episode, Michelle and Nicole get into the nuances and types of mindset surrounding money. Learn about mental "blocks" and how to have a positive relationship with money.2017-03-2937 min
The Sparkle Hour6- S1:E6 - Moving From Survival Mode Into Self-CareIn today's episode, Michelle and Nicole discuss the difference between "basic maintenance" and actual Self-Care. Listen in to learn some excellent and easy-to-implement tips for moving yourself from "survival mode" into a more nourishing level of Self Care.2017-03-2245 min
The Sparkle Hour5- S1:E5-Things We LoveIn today's lighthearted episode, Michelle and Nicole talk about some of the things they love in life. The girls chat happy-hour style about some of their favorite current books and authors, TV shows, and guilty pleasures to their favorite go-to self-care methods, mantras/life quotes, the power of a good swear word and more.2017-03-1547 min
The Sparkle Hour4- S1:E4 - Obstacles As Messengers; Hey Trauma, Nice TryIn today's episode, Nicole and Michelle talk about facing the three types of obstacles- internal, external, and historical- and share how they found their power as a result of going through traumatic situations.
WARNING: Some of the traumatic situations discussed in this episode may be triggering to some listeners.2017-03-0845 min
The Sparkle Hour3- S1:E3 - Meet Your Co-Host, Nicole Lewis-KeeberIn today's episode, the tables are turned as Michelle gets to interview Nicole and learn more about her powerful backstory. Listen in as we dive deep and talk about what motivated Nicole from early on to pursue her career in psychotherapy, what she did to save her own life, and how her love for empowering women translates today into helping women make some damn money in their own right.2017-03-011h 08
The Sparkle Hour2- S1:E2- Meet Your Co-Host, Michelle LewisNicole interviews Michelle and gets her to talk about what she's passionate about, some key parts of her backstory, and a bit about her obsession with leggings.
Michelle's website and blog can be found at http://theblessingsbutterfly.com/
For more information on her online holistic health and wellness program for bigger bodies, The Cocoon, please go to http://theblessingsbutterfly.com/the-cocoon-empowered-transformation/
For those of you playing along at home, you can take a sip of your favorite beverage each time the Sparkle Hour Girls giggle!2017-02-2240 min
The Sparkle Hour1- S1:E1 - Welcome to The Sparkle HourIn our first episode, Michelle Lewis of The Blessings Butterfly and Nicole Lewis-Keeber of Nicole Lewis-Keeber Coaching talk about mindset, money, and "all things awesome." We lay the foundation of what our hope and vision is for this podcast moving forward, praise the democratic process, gush about our "dream guests" and share the meaning behind the name "The Sparkle Hour". If you're ready to have a stronger mindset around yourself and your money, this podcast is for you. #00:00:31.0#
BONUS: If you want to play a little drinking game, take a shot each time one of us says the word "Community"...2017-02-1531 min