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The Business of Meetings273: DEI Exposed: How Ideology Fuels Division and Antisemitism with Stanley K. Ridgley, PhD We are honored to welcome the distinguished Dr. Stanley K. Ridgley, author of the recently released book DEI Exposed, as our guest today. Dr. Ridgley is a well-traveled and highly respected educator with a reputation for delivering insight with clarity and impact. In his book, he addresses one of the most widely discussed and contentious topics in our industry today, substantiating his arguments with well-researched factual evidence. Silence implies complicity, so Eric never shies away from tough conversations, especially with those who can back their ideas with proven facts. Join us to hear Dr. Ridgley's...
2025-06-0353 min
Lifting the Lid on Coaching SupervisionLifting The Lid - Episode 131 - Changing world order - the one where we "slough it off"In this episode, Clare and Steve talk about the impact of economic decisions (whether by our own UK government by the US presidency or elsewhere in the world). This conversation was triggered by a communication from a coaching platform to its coaches, but it became much more wide-ranging, as we talked about ripple effects in all areas of our work. We ask the question “Who tells coaches what we can and cannot do?” and then we meander into other arenas, including a reflection about the confidentiality and data protection of our virtual software platforms and other coach tech. As they...
2025-04-1543 min
Ridgley | Dein magischer PodcastFolge 30 - Die Zukunft vom Disneyland ParisHey hey, heute geht es um die neuen Dinge die uns im Disneyland Paris erwarten werden. Doch was wird es geben? Wir gönnen uns die neuen Sachen einmal gedanklich durch. Nimm Dir nen Tee und entspann Dich! :)Dein Ridgley PS: Kritik oder Lob oder Anfragen? Gerne einfach mich per Link anschreiben.
2025-02-0524 minRidgley | Dein magischer PodcastFolge 29 - Die Disneyland-Sucht: Wahrheit oder Mythos?Hey hey, heute geht es um die Sucht vom Disneyland Paris. Gibt es sowas? Wir gehen dem mal ganz subjektiv auf den Weg, mit ein paar Fakten, die Dich vielleicht interessieren könnten. (: Dein Ridgley PS: Kritik oder Lob oder Anfragen? Gerne einfach mich per Link anschreiben.
2025-01-2323 min
Healthy & Awake PodcastTrump vs. Department of Education: Is This the End? w/ Dr. Stanley Ridgley [Ep. 64]Send us a textIn this eye-opening episode, we dive into the Department of Education, exploring Trump’s plan to reshape it with Dr. Stanley Ridgley, author of “Brutal Minds.” Ridgley reveals shocking truths about Critical Race Theory and the DEI agenda, spotlighting how woke ideology fosters brainwashing in universities, and why the DEI agenda threatens free thought. By exposing the Department of Education’s systemic failures and the urgent need for Trump’s plan, we uncover how “Brutal Minds” deepens our understanding of Critical Race Theory and the roots of brainwashing in universities. This conversation challenges our view of Am...
2024-12-251h 04
The Awakened Heart Podcast with Nancy WaltersTransform our Life Together: Friendship, Self-Care, and the Joy of Midlife Connection with Brenda RidgleyEpisode#99 On today’s episode of the Awakened Heart Podcast, I’m joined by Brenda Ridgley, a Mindvalley-certified coach, inspiring speaker, and author of Lady and the Tribe: How to Create Empowering Friendship Circles. Brenda is on a mission to help women rediscover themselves after losing their identity in the roles of wife, mother, and professional.
Brenda opens up about her personal journey—how she felt surrounded by people but still deeply lonely, and how she intentionally reconnected with her passions, purpose, and people to reclaim her sense of self.
Her b...
2024-12-1753 min
Ridgley | Dein magischer PodcastFolge 28 - Solotripp ins Disneyland ParisHey hey, in den ersten 22:35 Minuten geht es um das alleinige Bereisen des Disneyland Parks (oder Disney Parks). Dabei will ich Dir aufführen, was es cooles zu erleben gibt, bzw. wo es doch einen Haken geben kann.
2024-09-1838 minRidgley | Dein magischer PodcastFolge 24 - Liebe an die CommunityHier sind die Links zu:- (Fan)Treffen zum Phantasialand am 29.06: https://melly.de/plan/RY2A2PE2E5Y9- Eduards zauberhaften Geschichten: https://letscast.fm/sites/eduard-s-zauberhafte-welt-der-geschichten-f98cdc93Du willst mir schreiben? Dann hier entlang: https://ridgley.de/kontakt/
2024-06-0526 min
Uncommon Sense with Ginny RobinsonBrutal Minds | Dr. Stanley Ridgley Interview Pt. 1On this episode, I will be interviewing Dr. Stanley Ridgley, author of Brutal Minds: The Dark World of Left-Wing Brainwashing in Our Universities. Dr. Ridgley is Clinical Full Professor of Management at Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business. Dr. Ridgley has also studied at Moscow State University and the Institut de Gestion Sociale in Paris. He is a former Military Intelligence Officer who served in West Berlin and near the Czech-German border, where he received the George S. Patton Award for Leadership from the 7th Army NCO Academy. In addition to his teaching, Dr. Ridgley lectures widely in th...
2024-05-2823 min
Studio Visit with r4v3nEpisode 9 - Sarah RidgleySend us a textVideo for this episode including Sarah's work: https://youtu.be/tDI_heLxXKI Sarah Ridgley is a American generative artist. "My work centers on investigating the materiality of pixels and exploring new techniques and ways of using code as a method of mark-making on a digital canvas.I use Javascript and the p5js library to build my programs, and I design unique algorithmic brushes and rendering techniques to complete each series.All my work is the result of highly-ordered chaos. This means that I write ve...
2024-05-211h 16
Women Going BigFinding Your Yourself and Your Tribe with Brenda RidgleyIn this episode, host, Krysta Paffrath sits down with Branda Ridgley, an expert in helping women find their tribes in mid-life. Brenda Ridgley shares her journey of rediscovering herself after losing her identity in motherhood. She discusses the importance of exploring personal interests, finding your "why," and building a supportive tribe of like-minded women. Brenda's book, "Lady and the Tribe," offers guidance on creating empowering friendship circles. She also hosts retreats where women can connect, pamper themselves, and gain clarity in their lives. Brenda's message is clear: prioritize self-care, find your passion, and surround yourself with a...
2024-05-0228 min
Unordinary PeopleEvery Man Dies Twice S3 Ep7 Zach Ridgley (Unordinary People)Zach Ridgely is an ex marine, pilot, and aircraft salesman. His story is
one of addiction, loss, and being a leader when not being secure in
ones self, but it is also one of self awareness and actualization in the
face of tragedy. Zach Ridgley’s ability and willingness to not only
face past hardships but also share them with others is what categorizes
him as an Unordinary Person. So I hope you will join me as we go and
meet Zach Ridgley.
Unordinary People Channel Links:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtA_ZcmGRtu3JRdP_EgcnSw
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2024-03-231h 04
Find Your Lady TribeFitness for Every Body: Reclaim Your Health with Ease ~ Any Age, Size, Color!Tired of letting excuses hold you back from a healthier life?Join us as we explore how consistent movement and plant-based eating can empower you to reclaim your health and prevent chronic diseases, no matter your color, size, age, or flexibility.In this episode, we welcome Ivory Howard, a certified yoga and Pilates instructor with a Master of Public Health and expertise in plant-based nutrition. Ivory is passionate about helping women combat preventable chronic diseases like stroke, diabetes, and cancer through accessible and effective exercise.Whether you're just starting your health journey or...
2024-03-1219 min
The Mama Genius PodcastStruggling to Connect?: Ignite Your Fire: Brenda Ridgley on Rediscovering Purpose, Connection, and You"🎙️ **Tune in to the practical symphony of "Mama Genius Hub" as we roll up our sleeves for a hands-on exploration with the remarkable Brenda Ridgley. Imagine this podcast episode as your go-to workshop, a toolbox of practical tips, and Brenda, not just as a coach but your hands-on guide to reignite the flame within.
Brenda Ridgley, a certified women’s midlife coach, author, speaker, and retreat leader, isn't here to give you theories; she's here to share practical tools and strategies for rediscovery. This isn't just about finding purpose; it's about giving you tangible actions to spark that co...
2024-01-2437 min
Find Your Lady TribeMidlife Affirmations ~ The Divine Realm Accompanies YOU!In this audio you will affirm yourself on wellbeing, clarity, money, career, as well as health and body image as you expand through midlife and beyond with this powerful affirmation audio. It is not required, but you may find additional benefit by repeating each affirmation with the space provided between each affirmation.You can listen first thing in the morning, right before bed, or even during your workout or commute. Listening repetitively to help override negative thought patterns and criticism.This audio is 14 minutes and 14 seconds. Angel number 1414 is a combination of spiritual numbers 1 and 4...
2023-11-2814 minFind Your Lady TribeThe Right Way to Practice AffirmationsMost of us have heard about positive affirmations and "I AM" statements to help us reprogram our negative thought patterns. But, did you know if done incorrectly, they can actually do more harm than good? Enoy this season finale of Find Your Lady Tribe ~ Your Midlife Mindset as we discuss affirmations, meditation, and share a free gift/tool to help you with your practice.Brenda Ridgley is a midlife women's coach, Author, Speaker, and founder of the Whole YOU Retreat. Connect with Brenda: https://brendaridgley.com & https://linktr.ee/brendaridgleyBrenda's Book - Lady and t...
2023-11-2822 minFind Your Lady TribeThe Midlife Woman will Save the World!The Midlife Woman will Save the World! You are here with your unique special gifts, concerns, and passions. In this episode, Brenda and Tressen discuss how to discover what it is you are here to do and how to create your legacy.Brenda Ridgley is a midlife women's coach, Author, Speaker, and founder of the Whole YOU Retreat in Breckenridge, Colorado. Connect with Brenda: www.brendaridgley.com & https://linktr.ee/brendaridgley Book - Lady and the Tribe on Amazon: https://a.co/d/h6KJOz7Tressen Bryant of Lovin Life Coaching is a...
2023-11-2124 minFind Your Lady TribeLove Amidst the Letters ~ A Straight Parent's View on LGBTQ KidsWhat do you do and say when your kid tells you they are LGBTQ? For some parents it comes as a complete shock, and for others an answer to questions. It isn't always easy to navigate a sensitive and important topic like this. In this episode, Brenda and Tressen share their own experience and make suggestions on how to speak and be love amidst the letters.Book referenced - The Savvy Ally by Jeannie Gainsburg on Amazon: https://a.co/d/c9v82ENBrenda Ridgley is a midlife women's coach, Author, Speaker, and founder...
2023-11-1427 minFind Your Lady TribeChange Unsupportive Patterns in Your LifeDo you sometimes feel like you are living on autopilot? Do you experience reoccurring results in relationships, finances, and health? It may be time to take a closer look and "change" your mind and habits. In this episode, we discuss how to change your results by interrupting your patterns.Book referenced - Becoming Supernatural by Joe Dispensa on Amazon: https://a.co/d/3CL84CQBrenda Ridgley is a midlife women's coach, Author, Speaker, and founder of the Whole YOU Retreat in Breckenridge, Colorado. Connect with Brenda: www.brendaridgley.com & https://linktr.ee/brendaridgley
2023-11-0725 minFind Your Lady TribeRelease Your Health ProblemsCancer, Addiction, Anxiety & all other ailments of the body can be healed! Tressen and Brenda discuss the possible root cause of our ailments in midlife and offer strategies and resources to release your health problems and heal your life.Book referenced: YOU CAN HEAL YOUR LIFE ~ by Louise Hay: https://a.co/d/6dtChoyBrenda Ridgley is a midlife women's coach, Author, Speaker, and founder of the Whole YOU Retreat in Breckenridge, Colorado. Connect with Brenda: www.brendaridgley.com & https://linktr.ee/brendaridgleyBrenda's Book - Lady and the Tribe on Amazon: h...
2023-10-3120 minFind Your Lady TribeWhat's Your Mindset?Have you ever said or thought "I know that already!" It may interest you to know that what you think you already know actually prevents you from learning new things. In this episode we discuss how to catch yourself and share tools to learn a growth mindset.Brenda Ridgley is a midlife women's coach, Author, Speaker, and founder of the Whole YOU Retreat in Breckenridge, Colorado. Connect with Brenda: www.brendaridgley.com & https://linktr.ee/brendaridgleyBook - Lady and the Tribe on Amazon: https://a.co/d/h6KJOz7Tressen Bryant of...
2023-10-2420 minFind Your Lady TribeEscaping the Midlife FunkIn this episode, Brenda and Tressen discuss Midlife Melancholy that we may be experiencing and share strategies to expedite your clarity and purpose vs. muddling through the minutia.Brenda Ridgley is a midlife women's coach, Author, Speaker, and founder of the Whole YOU Retreat in Breckenridge, Colorado. Connect with Brenda: www.brendaridgley.com & https://linktr.ee/brendaridgleyBook - Lady and the Tribe on Amazon: https://a.co/d/h6KJOz7Tressen Bryant of Lovin Life Coaching is a Mindset, Trauma and Relationship expert and our co-host this season. Connect with Tressen: https...
2023-10-1722 minFind Your Lady TribeAmicable Divorce in MidlifeAs we experience many changes in midlife sometimes, we find that the relationship with our significant other doesn't fit like it once did. Regardless of who initiates the divorce, individually or together, we can choose an amicable path.In this episode, Brenda and Tressen discuss divorce and offer strategies to navigate the process the best feeling way for you, and maybe even maintain a friendship with your former spouse.Brenda Ridgley is a midlife women's coach, Author, Speaker, and founder of the Whole YOU Retreat in Breckenridge, Colorado. Connect with Brenda: www.brendaridgley.com & https...
2023-10-1025 minFind Your Lady TribeReturning to the Self ~ Finding Wholeness from WithinInstead of looking for external ways to find peace and happiness, Tressen suggests and outlines a practice of turning inward.Brenda Ridgley is a midlife women's coach, Author, Speaker, and founder of the Whole YOU Retreat in Breckenridge, Colorado. Connect with Brenda: www.brendaridgley.com & https://linktr.ee/brendaridgleyBook - Lady and the Tribe on Amazon: https://a.co/d/h6KJOz7Tressen Bryant of Lovin Life Coaching is a Mindset, Trauma and Relationship expert and our co-host this season. Connect with Tressen: https://lovinlifecoach.com & https://linktr.ee/lovinlifecoaching...
2023-10-0328 minFind Your Lady TribeHow to be Real, Authentic, and get Personal without Getting HurtHave you ever felt like your confidence was broken, or you were betrayed when you shared something personal with a friend? There are strategies to implement with your Tribe to ensure secret keeping. You can be real, share your heart and be fully known by your Tribe and have a soft place to fall when you need support.Recap of steps outlined in podcast:There are five key elements of an up-front contract.1. Purpose: Explain why you want to have this conversation.2. Other person's expectations: As best you can, make sure you know what...
2023-09-2623 minFind Your Lady TribeEveryone can use a Little Help SometimesThis episode talks about striving to be a lifelong learner and even getting some help to navigate through challenging transitions and change. Life coaches can be an invaluable resource to solve a problem, clarify your next steps, and create a game plan so you can get excited about the journey ahead. We discuss what to look for in a life coach and share what the process might look like.Brenda Ridgley is a midlife women's coach, Author, Speaker, and founder of the Whole YOU Retreat in Breckenridge, Colorado. Connect with Brenda: www.brendaridgley.com & https://linktr.ee...
2023-09-1922 min
The Schilling Show Unleashed PodcastStanley K. Ridgley: Brutal MindsStanley K. Ridgley, Ph. D., is a Clinical Full Professor of Management at Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business; a former Military Intelligence Officer; and author of the new book, Brutal Minds: The Dark World of Left-Wing Brainwashing in Our Universities
In this exclusive Schilling Show Unleashed Podcast interview, Ridgley explores systemic Maoist brainwashing of today’s college students, the big problem with Education schools, and ways parents and students can protect themselves from coordinated leftist ideological attacks on campus.
2023-09-1431 minFind Your Lady TribeDating in MidlifeWe are speaking directly to Midlife Women here! SUBSCRIBE because this is for YOU! In this episode we chat about the dating scene at midlife and how to best navigate connecting with new potential partners safely and with authenticity.Brenda Ridgley is a midlife women's coach, Author, Speaker, and founder of the Whole YOU Retreat in Breckenridge, Colorado. Connect with Brenda: www.brendaridgley.com & https://linktr.ee/brendaridgleyTressen Bryant of Lovin Life Coaching is a Mindset, Trauma and Relationship expert and our co-host this season. Connect with Tressen: https://lovinlifecoach.com
2023-09-1240 min
The Zarlequan PodcastBuilding Your Tribe and Business Success: A Conversation with Brenda Ridgley and Kevin DunlapJoin host Brittani Starr on this enlightening episode of The Zarlequan Podcast as she discusses personal empowerment and business success with two incredible indie authors, Brenda Ridgley and Kevin Dunlap.
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Brenda Ridgley, the author of "Lady and the Tribe," shares her wisdom on cultivating a strong support network of women as you navigate the transition into the empty nest phase of life. She discusses...
2023-09-1046 minFind Your Lady TribeYour Midlife Mindset ~ Season Opener😃Excited to announce 📢season 2 of the Find Your Lady Tribe podcast! This season is all about Your Midlife Mindset. Be sure to subscribe to be notified each week. I am your host, Brenda Ridgley. I am a midlife women's coach, author, speaker and founder of the Whole YOU Retreat.Tressen Bryant with Lovin Life Coaching is this season's co-host! She is a brilliant mindset, trauma, and relationship coach.In this episode, we chat about what you can look forward to this season and share our own experience with the Empty Nest. We talk about h...
2023-09-0532 minFind Your Lady TribeThe Asshole FilterWe are speaking directly to Midlife Women here! SUBSCRIBE because this is for YOU! Do you have a pattern of attracting assholes into your life? Who are these people and how did they set their sights on you? In this conversation we will discuss a strategy relationship coach Tressen Bryant teaches to end this pattern and attract friendships and partners into your life that add more value and less drama.Brenda Ridgley is a midlife women's coach, Author, Speaker, and founder of the Whole YOU Retreat in Breckenridge, Colorado. Connect with Brenda: www.brendaridgley.com & h...
2023-09-0525 min
Out Of The Blank#1482 - Stanley K. RidgleyStanley K. Ridgley is the Clinical Full Professor of Management at Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business. Dr. Ridgley has also studied at Moscow State University and the Institut de Gestion Sociale in Paris. He is a former Military Intelligence Officer who served in West Berlin and near the Czech-German border, where he received the George S. Patton Award for Leadership from the 7th Army NCO Academy. In addition to his teaching, Dr. Ridgley lectures widely in the United States and internationally and is the author of "Brutal Minds: The Dark World of Left-Wing Brainwashing in Our Universities"....
2023-08-301h 13
The Energy Impacts with David BlackmonThe Energy Question Episode 59 Stanley Ridgley, Author of the Best Seller, "Brutal Minds"The Energy Question Episode 59 Stanley Ridgley, Author of the Best Seller, "Brutal Minds"In Episode 59 of The Energy Question, David Blackmon interviews Dr. Stanley Ridgley about his best-selling book, "Brutal Minds." "Brutal Minds" is a devastating critique of leftwing brainwashing of students taking place on our university campuses today. The book describes how an entire class of unqualified non-faculty administrators running Student Affairs departments on most college campuses in the U.S. implement have been using Maoist brainwashing techniques to indoctrinate unsuspecting students with Critical Race Theory propaganda in...
2023-08-1042 min
Healthy & Awake Podcast022 - Political Brainwashing w/ Dr Stanley RidgleySend us a text Dismantling Academia's Ideological Stronghold: A Deep Dive with Dr. Stanley Ridgley: In this captivating episode, we unpack the dangerous trend of thought reform and ideological subversion prevalent in modern American universities. We converse with Dr. Stanley Ridgley, the acclaimed author of "Brutal Minds: The Dark World of Left-Wing Brainwashing in Our Universities." Together, we delve into the crux of how academia has morphed into an ideological battleground, reshaping perceptions and dictating narratives through 'antiracist pedagogy' and other similar veils. This episode calls upon all critical thinkers to join the discussion and take a...
2023-08-081h 19
Ridgley | Dein magischer PodcastFolge 17 - Meine Filmkritik von Haunted MansionHeyho! Heute befasse ich mich mit dem Film "Haunted Mansion 2023" von Disney. Die Spoilerfreie Version geht von 00:00 - 03:20 und von 25:20 bis Ende. Die Spoiler sind also zwischen 3:20 - 25:20! Bitte schenke mir Dein Feedback an: info[at]ridgley.de oder per Facebook oder Instagram oder TikTok
2023-07-2833 min
Wake Up With Patti KatterRadicalization in Academia: Stanley K. Ridgley Unveils 'Brutal Minds'Join Patti as she engages in a thought-provoking conversation with the brilliant Stanley K. Ridgley. Stanley, a Professor of Business at Drexel University, unveils the shocking attack on the Enlightenment University and the brainwashing process happening on college campuses. In his newly published book, "Brutal Minds," Stanley exposes the decline of higher education and offers powerful solutions to counter this alarming trend. Prepare to have your beliefs challenged and your eyes opened to the truth behind the scenes. This is an episode that will leave you questioning everything.
Here's a breakdown of what to expect in this episode:
• The In...
2023-07-0925 min
Conservative Politics & News: The P.A.S. ReportStanley Ridgley Talks Brutal Minds Higher Ed BrainwashingIn this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano engages in a thought-provoking conversation with esteemed Professor and author Stanley Ridgley. Together, they discuss Professor Ridgley's book, Brutal Minds: The Dark World of Left-Wing Brainwashing in Our Universities. Professor Ridgley paints a vivid picture of the university landscape, revealing its undercurrents dominated by subsidized paranoiacs, amateur psychotherapists, neo-Marxist totalitarians, and "student affairs professionals" entrenched in an authoritarian mentality. With unwavering conviction, he exposes the gripping influence of racialist thought reformers who conduct workshops aimed at dismantling traditional beliefs and family ties, paving the way for...
2023-06-1234 minConservative Politics & News: The P.A.S. ReportStanley Ridgley Talks Brutal Minds Higher Ed BrainwashingIn this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano engages in a thought-provoking conversation with esteemed Professor and author Stanley Ridgley. Together, they discuss Professor Ridgley's book, Brutal Minds: The Dark World of Left-Wing Brainwashing in Our Universities. Professor Ridgley paints a vivid picture of the university landscape, revealing its undercurrents dominated by subsidized paranoiacs, amateur psychotherapists, neo-Marxist totalitarians, and "student affairs professionals" entrenched in an authoritarian mentality. With unwavering conviction, he exposes the gripping influence of racialist thought reformers who conduct workshops aimed at dismantling traditional beliefs and family ties, paving the way for...
2023-06-1234 min
Inside The Firm306 – Inside the Firm with Special Guest Stanley K. RidgleyOn this special episode of Inside the Firm, we are joined by Stanley K. Ridgley is a clinical full professor of management at Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business. Dr. Ridgley has also studied at Moscow State University and the Institut de Gestion Sociale in Paris. He is a former Military Intelligence Officer who served in West Berlin and near the Czech-German border, where he received the George S. Patton Award for Leadership from the 7th Army NCO Academy. In addition to his teaching, Dr. Ridgley lectures widely in the United States and internationally. He is Drexel’s faculty spon...
2023-05-1958 min
This Week in ImpactU.S. Financial regulations and over 40 years of Earth Days with Dianne Dillon-RidgleyFor Earth Day, Dianne Dillon-Ridgley joins host Monique Aiken to reflect on her four decades working in finance and on environmental and human rights issues. Dillon-Ridgley is the chair of the board of the Intentional Endowments Network, and has served on 23 US delegations to the UN, including the first United Nations Conference on Environment and Development in Rio de Janeiro in 1992. Plus, Monique has the headlines.
2023-04-2121 min
ImpactAlpha PodcastsU.S. Financial regulations and over 40 years of Earth Days with Dianne Dillon-RidgleyFor Earth Day, Dianne Dillon-Ridgley joins host Monique Aiken to reflect on her four decades working in finance and on environmental and human rights issues. Dillon-Ridgley is the chair of the board of the Intentional Endowments Network, and has served on 23 US delegations to the UN, including the first United Nations Conference on Environment and Development in Rio de Janeiro in 1992. Plus, Monique has the headlines.
2023-04-2121 minRidgley | Dein magischer PodcastFolge 9 - Was kostet das Disneyland Paris?Eine Frage, die mir sehr oft begegnet: Wieviel kostet das Disneyland Paris? Mit welchen Kosten muss ich rechnen? Gibt es versteckte Kosten? Dieser Podcast befasst sich nun damit. Hier ein paar Guides die Du lesen kannst: https://ridgley.de/sparen-im-disneyland/https://ridgley.de/anreise-ins-disneyland-paris/
2023-01-2626 min
The Creative Writing LifeJames Ridgley on Filmmaking, Standup Comedy, and Microbudget FilmsJames Ridgley joined Justin and Paul to discuss filmmaking. He also shared his information on performing standup as well as on cruise ships, sketches, and going from juggling to microbudget films.
His IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0725927
About James
James Ridgley grew up as a latch-key kid in West Los Angeles attending IPS, a program within University High School; an highly experimental learning environment which involved Landmark training and other "therapy" type instruction. Also where he attended a Metaphysics class which lead to an actual one time telepathic communication from h...
2022-11-2142 minFind Your Lady TribeSeasons and Celebrations ~ Season 1 FinaleIn our season 1 finale, Brenda and Michelle discuss seasonal changes, and the upcoming holidays. Thanksgiving, Christmas and the New Year are wonderful time of year to celebrate our beliefs and all that we are grateful for. However, for some, the holidays can bring unhealthy family dynamics, stress, depression and other unwelcomed triggers. In this episode we share 5 ways to support your friendships and Tribe during the holidays and information on the upcoming seasons of Find Your Lady Tribe! See you next year! Whole YOU Retreat November 10-13, 2022 www.wholeYOUretreat.org/retreat About the...
2022-11-0428 min
Find Your Lady TribeEmbrace your Solo with Mary Delia AllenMary Delia Allen evangelizes a new era of being single. The solo is a time for unmarried individuals to build a one size fits one life they love. Today, 48% of US Adults are single so how singles fit into society is changing. After ten years as a vacation tour leader dedicated to singles Mary Delia Allen wrote Enjoy Your Solo; How to Be Great at Being Single to inspire singles and to educate non-singles on what solo life is today. So much energy is spent on attracting/keeping/losing love it's time to flip the script and celebrate the solo...
2022-10-2531 min
Find Your Lady TribeMake your MESS a MESSAGE with Mandy LemondWe loved hosting Author Mandy Lemond, a former foster child turned Emmy Award winning TV Producer and host of Foster-ed, The Podcast. Serving as a Motivational Speaker, Mandy helps others turn their “Mess, into A Message.” At the age of 7, Mandy's father brutally murdered her mother and stabbed Mandy 13 times. He was charged and sentenced to life in prison, leaving Mandy an orphan. Daddy Warbucks never came, and Mandy aged out of foster care at 18. While in the system, she dealt with both physical and mental abuse. Later marrying a television celebrity, Mandy seemed to have the perfect life. Unti...
2022-10-1727 minFind Your Lady TribeBecome a Transcendent Leader in your own Life with Ally StoneOur guest Ally Stone has based her Leadership style on what she has come to call "Transcendent Leadership". An approach that elevates team thinking beyond everyday problems and obstacles, building instead on quality in group and individual connection for lasting effect. Now, through The Inspired Leader, Ally shares these insights with organizations and Leaders alike. Together we dive deep into what it means to go beyond, to lead from a place of presence and connection, creating an opportunity to experience your career in a way that previously had not been deemed possible. In this conversation, Ally and Brenda discuss...
2022-09-2632 minFind Your Lady TribeStop Living in the PastAre you allowing old stories to define you? Whether it be fond memories, recalling perceived failures or tough times, they can all hold us back from truly living in the NOW and creating our life from that space of opportunity and hope. About the Hosts: Brenda Ridgley is a girlfriend guru, connection connoisseur, speaker, and author of the book Lady and the Tribe, How to Create Empowering Friendship Circles. She holds an MA in human resources and has spent decades cultivating her own Tribe. Her mission is to start a movement: women coming together to build thousands of new...
2022-09-1926 minFind Your Lady TribeFinding Your Internal Power with Allyson RobertsOur guest Allyson Roberts has been working with people to create positive change in their lives by becoming the master of their brains. She promotes wellness and transformation through a process she created - Personalized Science. Allyson shares her story of pain, tragedy, challenges, and how she managed it over the years inspiring us and the women she serves. Instagram: @outrageous_freedom TikTok: @AllysonRoberts_ Facebook: groups/outrageousresults About the Hosts: Brenda Ridgley is a girlfriend guru, connection connoisseur, speaker, and author of the book Lady and the Tribe, How to Create Empowering Friendship Circles. She holds an MA in...
2022-09-1134 minFind Your Lady TribeCourageous ConversationsIf you have ever lost a friend due to conflict or avoiding conversations that address personal differences, you won't want to miss this episode. In it we discuss some ways to approach sensitive topics and provide a strategy that will set your Tribe up to grow in depth through adversity rather than growing apart. Celebrating our 50th episode, we are excited to discuss this important Tribal topic and share strategies with you! About the Hosts: Brenda Ridgley is a girlfriend guru, connection connoisseur, speaker, and author of the book Lady and the Tribe...
2022-09-0527 min
Find Your Lady TribeLive for Joy with Anne ScottlinEven if you only have a minute or two, you can create a mindset that helps you start celebrating your life again and become the kind of person you are proud to be. Our guest Anne Scottlin, an award-winning writer, podcaster and Founder of The Power of Joy Institute shares her story and what inspired her to write her book: Live for Joy! ANNE SCOTTLIN is an author, consultant and specialist in emotional well-being. She leads innovative corporate training on work-life integration and individual fulfillment. A podcaster and influencer, Scottlin's popular Twitter feed draws millions of views a month...
2022-08-2933 min
Find Your Lady TribeThe Mind Body Spirit Connection with Shamama LynnIt's never too late to follow your heart and do something completely different. In 2008 our guest Lynn Gravatt, also known as Shamama Lynn, had a Spiritual Awakening in which revealed her purpose to her in 2 words, “Dance” and “Spirituality”. Embodied Movement. She began the study of Usui Reiki in 2009 while still a full-time Aerospace Engineer. In 2011 she left the corporate world to pursue Divine Wisdom of the self full-time and became a Kundalini Reiki Master in 2013. Lynn believes that Physical and emotional expression is a powerful tool for deep spiritual healing and transformation. Lynn has shared Christmas and Easter meals wi...
2022-08-2232 minFind Your Lady TribeYou are the MedicineOur very own Soul Seraph and "Pharmacist Who Doesn't Believe in Drugs', Michelle Eileen is a Lakota Healer who often reconciles her Native American heritage and wisdom with her modern-day Pharma education. In episode 47, Michelle shares some similarities and differences with Native American Healing and Western medicine. She believes that "You are the Medicine" when it comes to your healing, and you should listen to and acknowledge your feelings and intuition. About the Hosts: Brenda Ridgley is a girlfriend guru, connection connoisseur, speaker, and author of the book Lady and the Tribe, How to Create Empowering Friendship Circles. She...
2022-08-1433 min
Find Your Lady TribeTrusting Your Intuition with Dr. Rita LouiseHow does your intuition show up and what is it telling you? In this thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Rita Louise, the founder of the Institute of Applied Energetics, we discuss the different ways we may experience our intuition. From the everyday nudges to the warning signs, we learn what to pay attention to as it relates to us individually and in our relationships. About Dr. Rita Louise: Bestselling author, Dr. Rita Louise is the Founder of the Institute Of Applied Energetics and former host of Just Energy Radio. She is the author of the books The Dysfunctional...
2022-08-0826 minFind Your Lady TribeHow to Improve your Life with Positive AffirmationsIf you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all! That old saying your mother used to scold you is especially true when it comes to self-talk. Are you thinking and speaking nice things to yourself? In this episode we discuss the power of positive affirmations. About the Hosts: Brenda Ridgley is a girlfriend guru, connection connoisseur, speaker, and author of the book Lady and the Tribe, How to Create Empowering Friendship Circles. She holds an MA in human resources and has spent decades cultivating her own Tribe. Her mission is to start a movement: women coming together...
2022-08-0115 min
Find Your Lady TribeSpecial Series: How to Help a Friend through Cancer ~ with Sheila RuscoIn our special series finale, we speak with thought leader and founder of Living the Kind Life Sheila Rusco about her experience with cancer. In 2013 as a mother of two young children and living an extraordinarily healthy lifestyle, Sheila was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma, a cancer of the immune system that develops from abnormal B-cells causing enlarged lymph nodes. She shares her journey and offers suggestions on how we may best support our friendships that share a diagnosis of cancer. About Sheila Rusco: Founder of Living the Kind Life, Sheila is a love enthusiast teaching individuals and groups how...
2022-07-2532 min
Find Your Lady TribeSpecial Series: How to Help a Friend... through Divorce with Relationship Coach Tressen BryantIn this special series edition of Find Your Lady Tribe we explore a few ways that our best friendships may need our support through difficult times. Here we have an enlightening conversation with relationship coach Tressen Bryant of Lovin Life Coaching who specializes in amicable divorce solutions. Tressen shares several ways that we can help a friend traverse the difficulties of divorce and provide support in a variety of constructive ways. About Tressen Bryant: Tressen Bryant is a certified Health and Life Coach from the Health Coach Institute. She specializes in mindset and beliefs and how they directly correlate...
2022-07-1841 min
Find Your Lady TribeSpecial series: How to Help a Friend... through Great Loss - with Kris FullerAs we live our lives together in close girl-friendships, along with the joy and celebrations, we may also experience tragedy and loss. In this special series "How to help a friend when..." we will cover a few of these moments and offer suggestions and advice from women who have lived it. In this episode we interview Kris Fuller, the author a #1 Amazon Journal: 52 Week Journal to your Bravest, Boldest Self (with co-author Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino), author with Waldorf publishing 9Terramara and Pinky Doodle Bug), and blogger. In 2020 her handsome husband, Ben passed away from colon cancer and she wrote about...
2022-07-0436 minFind Your Lady TribeEmpty Nesters make your "Get-To" List!As we women grow our family over decades we often "let go" of our own stuff... our activities, interests, and even friendships. When this happens, one day we find ourselves in transition from our role as a wife, mother, or even a transition from a career, and we unsure and even lost as to who we are without those roles. In this episode, Brenda and Michelle will discuss a few steps to get started on your journey back to YOU! About the Hosts: Brenda Ridgley is a girlfriend guru, connection connoisseur, speaker, and author of the book Lady and...
2022-06-2729 minFind Your Lady TribeOur Greater than Purpose Project with Anna Shoshana DeakterDo you find that you are repeatedly drawn to specific interests and even vocations that are unique but in fact quite similar? Our special guest, author Anna Shoshana Deakter shares that is because we cannot escape our true calling. We very much enjoyed this conversation as we are certain you will too. About Anna Shoshanna Deakter After a series of traumatic, life altering wake-up calls, where Anne Shoshana lost her father, marriage and career, in one fell swoop, she had to quickly reevaluate her life and come up with solutions. She had done the wife thing, career thing and...
2022-06-2024 minFind Your Lady TribeTribe SWAG ~ Gifts and Mementos that make MemoriesIn this episode Michelle and Brenda discuss the gift-giving love language and invite YOU to add to our Lady Tribe "Favorite Things" list. About the Hosts: Brenda Ridgley is a girlfriend guru, connection connoisseur, speaker, and author of the book Lady and the Tribe, How to Create Empowering Friendship Circles. She holds an MA in human resources and has spent decades cultivating her own Tribe. Her mission is to start a movement: women coming together to build thousands of new Lady Tribes around the globe. Connect with and Follow Brenda: https://linktr.ee/brendaridgley Michelle Eileen is a Native...
2022-06-1320 minFind Your Lady TribeYou can Heal Allergies and Illness caused by Trauma with Cindy CostleySelf-care truly lies at the core of finding our Tribe. In turn, our Tribe can be an integral part of our healing journeys. In this episode, Brenda and Michelle interview guest-expert Cindy Costley about her journey of healing and discovering that childhood trauma was at the root of her allergic reactions. Once called "the girl who is allergic to the world", Cindy shares how she learned to heal using a balanced approach of traditional western medicine, wholistic eastern modalities and ayurvedic medicine. She shares how her Tribes have helped her become whole again. About Cindy Costley: Cindy Costley is...
2022-06-0731 minFind Your Lady TribeBad Habits... the Good, the Bad, and the KeepersWhat you repeatedly do ultimately forms the person you are, the things you believe, and the personality that you portray. Your life today is essentially the sum of your habits. Are you in shape or overweight? Successful or unsuccessful? Happily connected or lonely and disconnected? All of these and many more things are a result of your habits. When you learn to transform your habits, you can transform your life. In this episode we discuss common bad habits share thoughts on what habits are best to break and others that are keepers because they have beneficial outcomes. About the...
2022-05-3032 min
Find Your Lady TribeMindful Eating and Feeding our Soul with Bracha GoetzHave you ever sat down with a snack, let's say a bag of chips, and before you knew it you had eaten the whole bag? When we think about it, we weren't even really hungry. What is causing this compulsive desire to eat? What are we really hungry for? In this episode we sit down with Harvard graduate and author Bracha Goetz who shares with us what we are missing and how to discover why we feel empty and offers strategies to feed our soul and end mindless eating. About our Guest: Bracha Goetz is a Harvard-educated wellbeing expert...
2022-05-2332 minRidgley | Dein magischer PodcastFolge 1: Meine Vorstellung, Geschichte und die Zukunft des BlogsIn diesem Podcast geht es um meine Vorstellung und der Geschichte wie es zu dem Blog gekommen ist, wie man ihn heute kennt. Es geht dabei auch darum, wie es weitergeht. Du willst gerne mitmachen? Dann darfst Du Dich sehr gerne bei mir melden. Infos findest Du unter https://ridgley.de/kontakt/
2022-05-1830 minFind Your Lady TribeA Tribe of BFF'sImagine the connectedness and sense of belonging if we decide not to limit our "BEST" Friend to one person. Brenda and Michelle share the inclusive "Tribe of Besties" concept and how each relationship in your Tribe is best in its own way. Along with many other social dilemmas and drama, gone are the exclusive and possessive friendships of our youth. We can have and deserve more. About the Hosts: Brenda Ridgley is a girlfriend guru, connection connoisseur, speaker, and author of the book Lady and the Tribe, How to Create Empowering Friendship Circles. She holds an MA in human...
2022-05-1615 minFind Your Lady TribeThe Exercise BuddyThe purpose of our Modern Tribe is to support one another throughout life. Each member of our Tribe contributes in their own unique way. The exercise friend can help keep us on track with our health goals by providing accountability, encouragement, and just being there! Michelle and Brenda discuss this topic and share 8 reasons YOU may need an exercise friend in your Tribe. We are putting Tribe-building into action with real-life examples of how to get started by reuniting with friends of life-time's past. The history we share with childhood friendships can be powerful and a great place to...
2022-05-0914 minFind Your Lady TribeGossip GirlPerhaps the greatest destroyer of friendships and Tribe is gossip. In this episode Brenda and Michelle share strategies for recognizing when you have fallen into the gossip trap and how to graciously shift the conversation in a supportive way. About the Hosts: Brenda Ridgley is a girlfriend guru, connection connoisseur, speaker, and author of the book Lady and the Tribe, How to Create Empowering Friendship Circles. She holds an MA in human resources and has spent decades cultivating her own Tribe. Her mission is to start a movement: women coming together to build thousands of new Lady Tribes around...
2022-05-0321 minFind Your Lady TribeRekindling your TribeWe are putting Tribe-building into action with real-life examples of how to get started by reuniting with friends of life-time's past. The history we share with childhood friendships can be powerful and a great place to direct some of our energy. These relationships are foundational for our tree of life and our identity and may be worth reconnecting and even possibly growing in our next chapter. About the Hosts: Brenda Ridgley is a girlfriend guru, connection connoisseur, speaker, and author of the book Lady and the Tribe, How to Create Empowering Friendship Circles. She holds an MA in human resources...
2022-04-2625 min
Find Your Lady TribeIt's Ladies Night!Girl-time is on the menu in this week's episode! How to get back in the habit with weekly and monthly outings with your girlfriends. New ideas for adventures, activities and even nights in. About the Hosts: Brenda Ridgley is a girlfriend guru, connection connoisseur, speaker, and author of the book Lady and the Tribe, How to Create Empowering Friendship Circles. She holds an MA in human resources and has spent decades cultivating her own Tribe. Her mission is to start a movement: women coming together to build thousands of new Lady Tribes around the globe. Connect with and Follow...
2022-04-1718 minFind Your Lady TribeThe Soul Seraph with Special Guest Pamela ComstockThere are a number of different friendships that you may want to include in your Tribe. Each member plays a unique and important role in your support system. In this episode we talk about the role of the Soul Seraph, the friend that leads and guides your Tribe's spirituality and discovery. She sets the vibe and centers the group. About the Hosts: Brenda Ridgley is a girlfriend guru, connection connoisseur, speaker, and author of the book Lady and the Tribe, How to Create Empowering Friendship Circles. She holds an MA in human resources and has spent decades cultivating her...
2022-04-1022 minFind Your Lady TribeRetreat, Escape and Run AwayWhen we go on vacation we travel for adventure, relaxation and quality time with family. We explore a destination and learn about our outer world. A retreat is more likely to be an exploration of your inner world. A time for reflection, centering and planning. In this episode we explore what you may not know about soul-filling retreats and why you should invest in exploring your inner world. About the Hosts: Brenda Ridgley is a girlfriend guru, connection connoisseur, speaker, and author of the book Lady and the Tribe, How to Create Empowering Friendship Circles. She holds an MA...
2022-04-0424 minFind Your Lady TribeMeditation for the Left BrainerJoin our FREE Inner Circle: http://tinyurl.com/MyLadyTribe Meditation can be an amazing practice to add to your routine. It can provide stress relief and aid in the manifestation of the things you want. Meditating in small groups like Tribe can be a special connecting time. In this episode we approach meditation from both the right brain and left and provide the where, when, why and how for every level. About the Hosts: Brenda Ridgley is a girlfriend guru, connection connoisseur, speaker, and author of the book Lady and the Tribe, How to Create Empowering Friendship Circles. She...
2022-03-2840 minFind Your Lady TribeSelling your Spouse on Girl TimeJoin our FREE Inner Circle: http://tinyurl.com/MyLadyTribe Is time away from home to hang out with your girlfriends ever a subject of contention? The research is clear, friendships can benefit our health, happiness and even our relationship with our spouse. In this episode we discuss how to "sell" our partner on girl-time and what is in it for them! About the Hosts: Brenda Ridgley is a girlfriend guru, connection connoisseur, speaker, and author of the book Lady and the Tribe, How to Create Empowering Friendship Circles. She holds an MA in human resources and has spent decades...
2022-03-2121 minFind Your Lady TribeChange your Story - Is your Internal Dialogue Helping or Hurting?Join our FREE Inner Circle: http://tinyurl.com/MyLadyTribe How do you feel about what your inner voice is telling you? Is it inspiring you forward or holding you back? In this episode we discuss the two forces within trying to communicate with us. Which one is telling your story? We will help you identify the voices and share what they are up to when it comes to helping you realize your dreams. About the Hosts: Brenda Ridgley is a girlfriend guru, connection connoisseur, speaker, and author of the book Lady and the Tribe, How to Create Empowering Friendship...
2022-03-1423 minFind Your Lady TribeFind Your Lady Tribe - A Purpose-Driven ShiftJoin our FREE Inner Circle: http://tinyurl.com/MyLadyTribeThe Connection Connoisseur announces its official shift and refinement of the show's title. Moving forward our title "Find Your Lady Tribe", more specifically aligns with our mission to help women find wholeness and purpose through connection and create 1000 new Lady Tribes in 2022. In this episode we discuss the origin of the Connection Connoisseur, history and now our clarified direction. You will hear about some of the upcoming discussions in which to participate. About the Hosts: Brenda Ridgley is a girlfriend guru, connection connoisseur, speaker...
2022-03-0715 minFind Your Lady TribeTribal Ceremonies - Your "Presence" is RequestedIn the last episode we discussed how important it was to "Show Up" for our friendships. Now we want to take it to the next level and share about the ceremonies in our lives, what it means to be invited to be a part of these occasions, and how to be fully present for each other's special moments. About the Connection Connoisseur: Brenda Ridgley is a girlfriend guru, speaker, and author of the book Lady and the Tribe, How to Create Empowering Friendship Circles. She holds an MA in human resources and has spent decades cultivating her own Tribe...
2022-02-2821 minFind Your Lady TribeShowing Up = Success in FriendshipThere is much to say about "just showing up". We have learned since childhood that much of our success is guaranteed just by showing up. Little is said about how this relates to our friendships. In this episode we discuss what it really means to "be there" for our friends. Here are some great and famous quotes about showing up: “Show up: Messy. Show up: Imperfect. But just keep showing up.” – Jenna Kutcher “The world is run by those who show up.” – Ron Nehring “Decisions are made by those who show up.”- Aaron Sorkin “Half the battle is just showing up.”...
2022-02-2126 minFind Your Lady TribeTake the Initiative! Be the "ship" in your Friendships.Do you want to grow your friendships and build a Tribe? Over the past few years, we have fallen into hermit habits and need some refreshers on our connection skills. To grow in friendship it requires your Time, Attention and Enthusiasm, and it's not going to happen without a little initiative on your part. Tony Robbins says, Success comes from taking the initiative and following up… persisting… eloquently expressing the depth of your love. What simple action could you take today to produce a new momentum toward success in your life? In this Episode, we will share some...
2022-02-1412 minFind Your Lady TribeWill you be my Galentine? What's it all about?February truly is the month of love and Galentine's Day on February 13 fits right in. We're quick to shower our significant others with gifts and treats on February 14, but the day prior was designed to celebrate other equally important relationships in our lives: our girlfriends! Galentine's Day is a blend of gal and Valentine's Day and signifies a time to bring together the ladies in your life you love most. In this episode Brenda and Michelle discuss the origins of this Holiday, share ideas, encourage women to plan their own Galentine's Celebration for their Tribe, and celebrate their female friendships...
2022-02-0714 minFind Your Lady TribeHow Do You Tribe? Get together ideas for your girlfriendsLooking for ideas to and ways to get your girlfriends together for Tribe-time? Brenda and Michelle will share 10 ideas for creating bonding memory making moments! It seems number 2 and 3 on our list were lost! Oh NO! 2. Volunteer together! You can do some good while catching up, connecting and making new memories! 3. Plan a Paint & Sip outing.... or host your own! Nothing beats getting a little creative with a cocktail or tea in hand and leaving with your own art! Brenda's book Lady and the Tribe can be found on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737289709 Connect with Brenda: https://www...
2022-01-3124 min
Find Your Lady TribeReunited - How to Reconnect with an Old FriendAre there friends from your past that you would like to reconnect with in a more meaningful way? Our social media driven society has detached us from bonding at a deeper level. Even though we have hundreds if not thousands of "friends" we are lonelier as a species than ever before. How do we end our loneliness and grow our sense of belonging? The strategy we will discuss today is how to reunite with an old friend. We will offer 5 tips on reconnecting successfully. In this episode I introduce my new co-host and Tribe member Michelle Eileen. Michelle is...
2022-01-2424 minFind Your Lady TribeThe Magical Healing Arts Podcast interview: Lady Tribe Building with Brenda RidgleyI had an amazing time visiting with my friends Lyn and Erika Hicks with the Magical Healing Arts Podcast! Here we discuss the importance of surrounding ourselves with positive feminie energy and nurturing friendships to build a Tribe of women to support us.They were gracious enough to share their episode with my listeners. I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did! #MagicalHealingArts#LadyandtheTribe Connect with Brenda: Website Facebook YouTube
2022-01-1034 minFind Your Lady TribeThe First Big MistakeWhat is the pivotal moment when we as women begin to let ourselves go? When does it all begin to go sideways? In this episode we will chat about that moment and how to stay on track with our own individuality. Brenda's book Lady and the Tribe can be found on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737289709 Connect with Brenda: https://www.brendaridgley.com For a new Friendship Tip each week join our Inner Circle Follow Brenda Ridgley: Facebook @BrendaRidgleyConections Instagram @BrendaRidgley Twitter @BrendaRidgley #firstbigmistake, #When3orMoreGatherWeAreTribe, #LadyandtheTribe, #GoTribal, #BestFriends, #EndLoneliness, #WholeYOUmedia, #ConnectionConnoisseur, #FindYourTribe, #Friendship, #Girlfriends, #BFF, #FriendshipGuru, #TribeTime
2021-11-2205 minFind Your Lady TribeHow to be ResilientResilience has been described as the ability to withstand adversity and bounce back from difficult life events. Times are not easy now. How do we develop greater resilience to withstand the challenges that keep being thrown at us? In this episode we share a bit of a recent interview with Savio P. Clemente of Authority Magazine and Thrive Global where we discuss how to be resilient during turbulent times: https://medium.com/authority-magazine/rising-through-resilience-brenda-billings-ridgley-on-the-five-things-you-can-do-to-become-more-5f9d8f3ccc73 Brenda's book Lady and the Tribe can be found on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737289709 Connect with Brenda: https://www...
2021-11-0810 minFind Your Lady TribeAdios Comfort Zone!Today I want to talk to you about putting yourself out there in some new way. I know that can be scary and It is human nature to seek safety and comfort in our day to day lives. However, trying new things have many notable benefits! In this episode we will discuss why you should be open to new adventures and I share advice from some recognizable names! Here are links to the books I recommended in the video: The Slight Edge: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/590652.The_Slight_Edge...
2021-11-0108 minFind Your Lady TribeHow to Help a Friend Heal Toxic Cycles - Your Friendship Mindset with Tressen BryantI am thrilled today to share with you an interview with Tressen Byrant of Loving Life Coaching. In this special conversation, we discuss our mindset and communication techniques that will help us in our relationships as well as tools to help a friend through a challenging issue. Tressen Bryant is a relationship coach specializing in amicable endings to marriage as well as other important relationships. She can be contacted on her Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/lovinlifecoach
Brenda's book Lady and the Tribe can be found on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/LadyTribe
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2021-10-2526 minFind Your Lady TribeYou Need a Girls Weekend!Something special happens when you physically gather women, escape your everyday lives and vacation with your girlfriends. In this episode I will share how a girls getaway will benefit you and your health! I will provide an easy “recipe” for planning your own girls weekend and even offer tips for doing it on a budget. Lady and the Tribe can be found on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/LadyTribe Connect with Brenda: https://www.brendaridgley.com For a new Friendship Tip each week join our Inner Circle: Subscribe Follow Brenda Ridgley: Facebook @BrendaRidgleyConections Instagram @BrendaRidgley Twitter @BrendaRidgley BrendaRidgley.com #GirlsWeekend, #When...
2021-10-1813 minFind Your Lady TribeHow to Create Empowering Friendship Circles - The BackstoryHere is the story behind the newly released book Lady and the Tribe, How to Create Empowering Friendship Circles. Brenda shares her journey and her question to the Universe that lead her to know what was missing in her full life. Her journey back to wholeness and resilience is documented in my book Lady and the Tribe, How to Create Empowering Friendship Circles and helps others by providing an actionable blueprint to help women find themselves through meaningful friendships. Lady and the Tribe can be found on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/LadyTribe Connect with Brenda...
2021-10-1107 minFind Your Lady TribeBest Friends - Why you need more than one!We have been programed to believe that “best friends” is an exclusive relationship between two people, usually of the same gender and our most valued platonic connection. In this episode we will discuss Best Friends and if it is ok, and perhaps even in our best interests to have more than one. I will share three habits you can establish to attract friends to become one of your Best Friends.Lady and the Tribe can be found on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/LadyTribe Connect with Brenda: https://www.brendaridgley.comFor a new Frie...
2021-10-0411 minFind Your Lady TribeSoul Sisters - Long distance FriendshipsDoes one of your closest personal friends live far away or for some other reason you are not able to see each other often? This person knows you, your family, and your heart, however, they aren't present in your everyday life. These women are our soul sisters, and they are very important to our well-being. In this episode, we will discuss soul sisters and how they hold a very special cherished place in our lives. Lady and the Tribe can be found on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/LadyTribe Connect with Brenda: https://www.brendaridgley.com
2021-09-2714 minFind Your Lady TribeCan you keep a Secret?Secrets. one of the biggest reasons women don't connect is because they don't trust other women to keep their secrets. Are you a bad secret keeper? Today, we change that! Join us as we discuss secrets and how to be a better secret-keeper. Learn how to be a safe place for your friends! Keeping other's secrets in confidence builds trust and encourages future sharing and growth of the friendship.
Lady and the Tribe can be found on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/LadyTribe
Connect with Brenda: https://www.brendaridgley.com
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2021-09-2308 minFind Your Lady TribeFriendship Productivity PlanToday we will talk about implementing a strategy that will keep us on track in our friend-finding journey. Lets call it our Friendship Productivity Plan. We will create a plan of action and I will provide 3 tips near the end to assure your success on your friend-finding adventure!
In episode 7 we discussed how to find new friends and I shared 9 specific things you can do to meet new people. Here is a link to that episode: https://youtu.be/gIbLMo2tqSo
Lady and the Tribe can be found on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/LadyTribe
2021-09-2016 minFind Your Lady TribeHow to Find New FriendsHow do we make new friends since the origin and impact of social distancing? We are lonely as a society because our friendships lack depth. Some of us don't feel we have any best friends. No matter where you are today with friendships, we can start today to find meaningful friendships and build our own Tribe. Today we will discuss how to find new friends and what to do when you meet someone you would like to get to know better.
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2021-09-1616 minFind Your Lady TribeThe Tree - When three or more gather, we are TribeTraditionally, a tribe is defined as a social division in society consisting of families or communities linked by social, economic, religious, or blood ties. Some tribes have a common culture and dialect, and typically they have a recognized leader. A customary tribe is a face-to-face community, relatively bound by kinship relations, reciprocal exchange, and strong ties to place. In this episode, we will discuss what it takes to create a Tribe of life-enhancing friendships. Here is a link to episode 4 when we discuss Frenemies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QhHOy... Here is the link to get the girlfriend's...
2021-09-1312 minFind Your Lady Tribe"The Lady" and her Tree of LifeWith all we have going on in our super busy lives, surrounded by people, places, and things, somehow we are left feeling alone. How can we say "I feel depressed" when on the outside our life looks picture perfect? In this episode, we will discuss "The Lady" or the woman, as represented by the Tree of Life and what it takes to grow a full beautiful life. As promised in the video, here is the link to get the girlfriend's guide “10 Benefits of a Girls Weekend" and a weekly friendship tip: http://eepurl.com/huWZizLady and th...
2021-09-0913 minFind Your Lady TribeFriends - the Good the Fad and the UglyWhen it comes to friends, there are some distinct relationship types that should be noted. Because we are discussing what it means to be a friend and have meaningful friendships, it is important to know what you want yet also be able to identify what you do not want. The following will distinguish and acknowledge the Good, the Fad and the Ugly when it comes to friends that become relationships.JLady and the Tribe can be found on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/LadyTribe Connect with Brenda: https://www.brendaridgley.comFor...
2021-09-0613 minFind Your Lady TribeLoneliness can be LethalThere is massive research to be found that proves relationships can affect your health both for the good and bad. Solitude can make you sick! Feeling lonely does not necessitate that a person be socially isolated. We live in a global socially connected world, how is it possible for anyone to be lonesome? Learn why it is important to find a friend and how to reconnect. You can heal your mind, body, and spirit through connection!Lady and the Tribe can be found on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/LadyTribe Connect with Brenda: https://www.brendaridgley...
2021-08-3012 min
The Leanne Shelton PodcastEp62 - Yogita Ridgley: Understanding Dyslexia and NeurodiversityAre you someone that struggles with Dyslexia?
Or maybe you work with someone who does?
Or maybe it's looking like your child has the condition?
It's interesting to note that one in five people have Dyslexia - but it continues to be misunderstood. Being Dyslexic doesn't make the person stupid. However, when society tells you that you are, over and over again, throughout your schooling and work life, you can't help but believe it.
The truth is - people with Dyslexia see the world differently.
Yes, they may struggle to read and write - but their varied, outside the box...
2021-02-071h 02Lifting the Lid on Coaching SupervisionLifting The Lid - Episode 1 - Introduction and ContractingIntroducing this podcast series, Clare Norman and Steve Ridgley discuss their experiences of Coaching Supervision - good and bad! They discuss how coaches make the most from supervision, how to help them to understand what it feels like and the kind of things you might bring to supervision. Helping you to get underneath the surface so you get a better picture of what supervision is, what it isn't and how to make the most of it. This podcast is supported by:The Association of Coaching Supervisorshttps://www.associationofcoachingsupervisors.com/supervisors/searchMcGraw...
2020-09-2416 min