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The Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#298 From Setback to Strength: How Your Hardest Moments Hold the Key to Your PurposeHey Friend!
Ever wondered why your biggest struggles seem to come right before your biggest breakthroughs? In this powerful episode, Tami shares how what feels like a setback might actually be your setup. Through a blend of story, faith, and practical insight, you’ll learn how your greatest pain might just be your greatest platform.
Tami unpacks her SHINE Framework to walk you through five transformative ways to turn hardship into holy purpose—because the fire you're walking through isn't meant to burn you, it's meant to refine you.
You’ll walk away with clarity, encour...2025-04-1423 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#282 Master Your Foundation: The Key to Personal Growth and Authentic LivingHave I ever told you that I grew up in Italy? One of the perks of being a military BRAT was that we got to travel and live in really cool places. It changed the way I saw the world. We didn’t just travel to Italy on vacation for a few days, we lived there for over three YEARS. As I was thinking about what I wanted to talk about today, a staircase came to my mind. The entire house was built around this gorgeous rock staircase on the island of Capri. The stairs were the foundation of th...2025-01-0619 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#280 Embracing Ease: How 2025 Could Be Your Year of FavorWhat if it could be easy? I’ve heard people say this before and never could see how. If it were easy I’d know…and I’d be able to choose it. However, growing up we were taught to work hard, earn what you got, and strive to be the best…which are not inherently wrong…BUT they do not take into consideration the way God wired you.
When I say it could be easy- I truly mean it can. We can serve with ease, build with ease, work with ease…if we know what are strengths are...2024-12-3021 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#279 Living in Favor: Your Year of Divine Alignment"What if I told you that favor isn't just luck or blessing – it's an active force waiting to be understood and embraced?" -Tami Imlay
I’m excited to share my “word of the year” with you! I’m not sure if you picked a word for the year or not. I want to encourage you to try it if you haven’t already done so. It’s worth it. What do you want to focus on in 2025? It doesn’t have to be hard. You can do something overarching like “peace” or “confidence”. Just make sure it is something that...2024-12-2626 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#278 Breaking the "Am I Good Enough?" Myth: Empowering Self-ReflectionDoes the question “Am I good enough?” ever cross your mind? Me neither 🫣. I wanted to address this question because I think it is one that TRULY holds us back. And to be COMPLETELY honest- it is UNTRUE! A flat-out lie! Friend! Are you ready to step into confidence and boldness for 2025? We need to ask ourselves BETTER questions! Let’s do this!
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Ready to take...2024-12-2325 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#264 Master Self-Discipline and Purpose: A Guide to Personal Growth and Lasting FulfillmentHow many times do you choose what you want at the moment over what you know you need long-term? Trading the momentary comfort for future fulfillment? Friend, I used to do this a lot. I would rationalize, justify…and then feel guilty about my choices later. Not anymore! Now that we have hashed out our vision and goals- it is time to use that to move our lives forward! We are worthy of the life God created for us! Let me say that again- FRIEND- YOU are deserving of the life and the plans God has laid before you! So...2024-11-0426 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#256 Unlock Your Vision: Align Your Core ValuesREGISTER NOW!!!! VISION LAB
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Core values are something that I talk about A LOT with my clients. When you know your core values, you can embody them. T...2024-10-1037 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#252 Transforming Criticism into Clarity: How a Clear Vision Can Empower Your FocusOne of the biggest mistakes people make (even if they aren’t trying to start a business) is having a limited vision. Even in Proverbs, King Solomon talked about people perishing without vision. I don’t know about you, but I am not here to perish! I am here to prosper! I want to make an impact. And I know you do too!
We are DIVING deep into vision over the next few weeks! I hope you are ready to go on the journey with me.
Today, I discuss how having a clear vision can help y...2024-09-2625 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#249 Embracing Mistakes: Your Path to Transformation and Growth"Mistakes are not the journey's conclusion but opportunities for growth and learning." ~Tami Imlay
We are inevitably going to make mistakes. What if not everything is done TO us, but what if we look at them as done FOR us? How would that change your perspective on mistakes? If you knew something good would come from everything we go through, how would that shift your outlook?
Some of my biggest mistakes are what led to the most significant transformations. Some of the biggest missteps gave me so much clarity that I am GRATEFUL th...2024-09-1629 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#248 Avoid the 3 Costly Mistakes that Can Stop Us Before We Get Started"Clarity and confidence are cultivated through consistent action, and trusting in divine guidance is essential throughout this process." ~Tami Imlay
Only a few journeys that have straight paths are worth talking about. If you think of the hikes, walks, and paths you have taken, the ones that are the windiest are the ones you still talk about and remember. The path to your purpose and fulfilling your calling is the same. As you journey, you will encounter hills, valleys, twists and turns, roadblocks, and detours…it’s all part of your story.
I want this to en...2024-09-1231 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#241 We Will Let People Down: Insights from a Reformed People PleaserI know you don’t want to do it. I KNOW it crushes your soul just a little bit when you have to decide to let others down. Friend, I know it because even to this day, I feel the heavy burden around it. AND when we know our true values and priorities, we can make the difficult decisions needed to grow. In today’s episode, we talk about the uncomfortable natue of letting people down and how sometimes we have to do it for very good reasons. The closer we get to our purpose, our values, our calling…the mo...2024-08-1921 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#234 Journey Junkie: Embrace the Ride, Not Just the Destination!"Embrace the challenges and transformations that inevitably occur during the pursuit of your goals, and place your trust in God's guidance, believing that this will ultimately lead you towards a life characterized by freedom, impact, and deep fulfillment."
Have you ever planned a trip and gone on it, only to find it not as amazing as you thought? I have worked hard towards a goal, and when I reach it, I feel a letdown. Have you experienced something like this?
What if we have the wrong focus? As I was thinking abo...2024-07-2520 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#217: Uncovering Your Inner Gold: A Journey to Purpose and Joy“True freedom and joy come from living your purpose and serving others.” ~ Tami Imlay
Have you heard the story of the giant Buddha statue from the 13th Century? I know I have heard it before, but this time, when I heard the story, it hit differently. I won’t give away the story—you can tune in and listen to it—it’s good. I felt that story was an example of how we spend our lives building protection over our purpose, thinking that it's what we need in order to survive. Every negative comment, fear, thought...2024-05-2728 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#216:The Detrimental Effects of Guilt: Practical Advice for Reducing Guilt and Embracing Joy"Guilt can result in mental and emotional exhaustion, heightened levels of stress and anxiety, diversion from important tasks, hindrance of happiness and contentment, and a decline in self-esteem." ~Tami Imlay
In this podcast episode, Tami explores the detrimental effects of guilt on our well-being and vitality. She emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and recognizing our best efforts in challenging circumstances. Guilt can lead to mental and emotional exhaustion, increased stress and anxiety, and a decline in self-esteem. Tami provides practical strategies for reducing guilt, such as practicing self-compassion, replacing negative self-talk with positive affirmations, and e...2024-05-2317 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#214: The Power of God's Calling, Ambition and Self-Compassion- Don't Be So Hard On Yourself
Welcome to the "Full Weight of Joy" podcast, hosted by Tami, a Master-Certified life and business coach and trained therapist. This episode focuses on letting joy, faith, and ambitions steer the path to fulfilling God's unique calling for you. Tami shares insights into how to craft your ambitions without being hard on yourself, and how practicing self-compassion can make your goals more attainable. The episode additionally sheds light on the importance of aligning ambitions with core values, promoting self-care for better mental health, and seeking the support of a like-minded community. This engaging discussion is not just about...2024-05-1617 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#212: Unleash You- A Transformational Journey to Discovering Your Purpose"Your purpose is TOO important to live in a reactive mode of life." ~Tami Imlay
Hey! I am so excited you are here. Today's podcast is a little different. I go into the path and process of coaching and talk about my new certification. Now before i run you off bc why is it important to you...hear me out. We don't know where our God calling will lead us when we first acknowledge we have one. I talk about the journey and process I have been on and how it started with taking a bo...2024-05-0925 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#210 Symptom vs Source- It's Time to Stop Doing All the Things and Address the Source of the Guilt"We can't continue to look to doing more to fix the feeling that something is missing. Many times doing more is just doing more. It's time to look at what the real question is." ~Tami
Hey hey!
I am so excited you are here! I have a great podcast episode for you. I got a "Hey Tami" question and as soon as I read it I KNEW it was one I needed to answer.
The question is "Why is it that I have tried all "the things" and nothing seems to work? I h...2024-05-0224 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#208 The Power of Taking Action: Uncovering Your Purpose and Achieving Your Goals"Taking action builds confidence and empowerment, as it allows individuals to see tangible results and progress." ~Tami Imlay
Do you ever fall into the common snare of the endless quest for information or needing to see how it will play out before taking action? I have...I do. I have to take intentional action to not fall into this trap daily!
In this podcast episode, I discuss the power of taking action in fulfilling one's purpose. Learn how to overcome information overload, bridge the gap between intention and achievement, create momentum, maximize impact on others, an...2024-04-2526 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#207: Success, Purpose, and Redefining Success: A Journey Towards Fulfillment
"Understanding one's purpose is crucial to align goals and actions with personal values." ~Tami Imlay
Discover the true meaning of success, purpose, and fulfillment in this thought-provoking podcast episode. Join host Tami as she explores the importance of aligning goals and actions with personal values, redefining success based on core aspirations, and finding one's own purpose. Gain valuable insights and practical tips on living a purposeful and fulfilling life. Don't miss out on this transformative journey toward success and fulfillment!"
Key Takeaways:
1. External achievements and material possessions do not solely define success.2024-04-2219 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#206: Finding Peace and Calm Amidst the Busyness of Life: Tips for Choosing Presence over Pressure"Presence doesn't come naturally or easily for many of us in this world today; we have to intentionally choose it." ~Tami Imlay
Are you feeling the pressure of the spring sprint? This is what I lovingly have dubbed this time of year because it seems like everything starts to sprint to summer. Schools have LOTS of things going on (why do they cram all of it in the last few weeks? They KNOW it's coming every year 🤷🏼♀️). The grass is growing; weeds are growing... we feel the pressure to come out of our winter cocoons and move.
In today...2024-04-1833 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#205:Finding Balance in Life: Practical Steps and Strategies for Recentering and Rebalancing"By following the acrostics 'FUN' and 'JOY,' individuals can recenter and rebalance their lives, leading to greater fulfillment and happiness." ~Tami Imlay
After I finished recording the last podcast, I knew I needed a follow up- ASAP! So here it is. When we are feeling unbalanced, misaligned, unfulfilled...what can we do immediately to change our present and our future?
Today I dive into 2 easy to remember acoustics that I use when I need a quick shift. These can be done on the spot and don't take a lot of time to implement. What t...2024-04-1516 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#204: Balancing Work and Family: Prioritizing the First Things First"Knowing one's purpose is not enough; it is important to actively incorporate it into one's life." ~Tami Imlay
Please tell me I'm not alone. Please tell me that I'm not the only one who gets focused and gets things going only to find that my priorities and balance are out of wack!
In today's episode, I share a real moment. This happens every once in a while where I have to recenter, refocus, but this time, I didn't see it coming. I mean, I do this for a LIVING and I still got blind-sided. It i...2024-04-1121 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#203: Commitment and Vision: Achieving Goals with Purpose and Joy"Don't let your feelings decide if you are worth your goals." ~Tami Imlay
In this podcast episode, I emphasize the importance of staying committed to my goals, even in the face of resistance or discomfort. I begin by sharing my experience of feeling unmotivated on a Monday morning and wanting to stay in bed. Despite not wanting to get out of bed, I remind myself of my commitment to my goals and the evidence that skipping the gym in the morning leads to a less productive day overall. I highlight the significance of not allowing feelings to...2024-04-0824 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#202: Embracing Obstacles, Embracing Growth: The Uncomfortable Journey Towards Purpose"The purpose journey will be uncomfortable. Growth and impact do not happen in comfort, so one must get comfortable with being uncomfortable." ~Tami Imlay
Have you ever been on a journey where you know exactly what is going to happen? You not only know every turn, every obstacle, every situation that may arise...and the destination? I haven't...I may know one of these elements, but I rarely know more than one, and I NEVER know all of them. Our purpose journey is no different. But we can set ourselves up for success...
Today, I...2024-04-0419 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#201: The Power of Restarting: Embracing the Journey of Starting Again"Making the decision and taking the action to restart is not a sign of giving up but a sign of strength" ~Tami Imlay
In this podcast episode, Tami emphasizes the importance of giving oneself permission to start again and the power of restarting after setbacks. They discuss the significance of Mondays as a fresh start and the opportunity it provides to plan and set goals for the week ahead. The impact of disruptions in routines and the need to regroup and reassess is highlighted. Tami shares the importance of making decisions and choices that align with one's...2024-04-0127 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#200: Reflecting on 200 Episodes: The Journey of 'Her Restored Spirit' to 'The Full Weight of Joy' - A Podcasting Ministry of Purpose"Pain is not your purpose, and it can help to draw it out and strengthen it." ~Tami Imlay
200 EPISODES!!! I cannot believe we made it! I want to first say thank you because I could NOT have done it without you! The fact that this podcast continues to rank in the top 2% of the world is such a God thing and I know it wouldn't happen if you did not tune in and listen every week. So thank you from the bottom of my heart for allowing me to step into my purpose and calling.
I...2024-03-2836 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#199 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs to Unlock Your God-Given Purpose"By recognizing and challenging limiting beliefs, individuals can unlock their full potential and live a life of purpose and fulfillment." ~Tami Imlay
We all have them...it seems like they don't affect others the same way. We all have beliefs...and we all have limiting beliefs. Those pesky "seemingly true" statements that our hearts speak to us as we are taking steps to get uncomfortable. In today's episode I wanted to address 10 of them that I see often and give you the direct antidote to them. So take a moment and listen- then come back with a...2024-03-2536 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#198 Discovering and Living Your Purpose: The Secret to Lasting Change and Joy"Discovering one's purpose is not enough. It is important to take action and step out of one's comfort zone." ~Tami Imlay
Discover the secret to lasting change and living your purpose. Learn how to accept and evaluate your current reality, build a solid foundation, and take action to step out of your comfort zone. Find joy and fulfillment by living in alignment with your purpose.
We all want to experience the outcome from living our purpose and yet we still skip these crucial steps in deciding where to start! In today's episode, Tami dives into s...2024-03-2112 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#197 Embracing a Purpose-Driven Faith: Balancing Control and Trust in God's PlanWhat would you do if you were offered an opportunity but couldn't ask any questions? You had to sign a waiver saying anything goes, and you must participate in every aspect? Would you say yes? Well, that is exactly what I did.
Discover the power of embracing a purpose-driven faith and letting go of control. Learn how to balance control with trust in God's plan and take steps of faith toward your purpose. Explore personal experiences and reflections on the importance of trusting the process and living a purpose-driven life.
In this episode, we DIVE i...2024-03-1832 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#196 Fuse Competition and Abundance for Limitless Success"Developing an abundance mindset is a skill that can be cultivated and it can lead to a more fulfilling and purposeful life." ~Tami Imlay
Welcome to the Full Weight of Joy podcast with host Tami Imlay. In today's episode we continue our conversation around having an abundance mindset. This episode explores the benefits and drawbacks of a competitive spirit and its compatibility with an abundance mindset. It emphasizes the importance of using competitiveness for self-improvement and growth, while also balancing it with an abundance mindset. The characteristics of an abundance mindset, such as seeing opportunities, embracing challenges...2024-03-1421 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#195 Embracing an Abundance Mindset: Cultivating Gratitude and Celebrating Success"By practicing gratitude, individuals can shift their focus from what they lack to what they already have, fostering a sense of abundance." ~Tami Imlay
Hey friend, this is a podcast episode that I do not miss! We explore the mindset concept, explicitly focusing on the difference between a scarcity mindset and an abundance mindset. The episode emphasizes the characteristics of an abundance mindset, practical ways to cultivate it, and the benefits of embracing abundance. It provides insights into shifting perspectives, fostering gratitude, celebrating success, offering purposeful guidance, and cultivating abundance in life.
What we think...2024-03-1138 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#194 Rewriting Your Life Story: Discovering Purpose Beyond Pain and Embracing Joy and Resilience"Purpose is about who you were before, during, and after the pain, rather than solely what you went through." ~Tami Imlay
Hey Friend- I want you to know that you are more than what you have been through, are going through, or will endure. Pain does not define us; it is not the purpose of our lives. Instead of dwelling on our pain, we should focus on growth and beauty. Our purpose is not limited to our pain; it encompasses who we are before, during, and after it. Finding meaning and purpose within our pain should be...2024-03-0716 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#193 Embrace Yourselves: Breaking Away from Fear and Stepping into Your Power"Stop muting yourself and step into your true colors." ~Tami Imlay
FRIEND! I need you to hear this! You are amazing- just as you are. God made you unique, colorful, strong, worthy! If we are going to own who God made us to be we need to own our capabilities, gifts, talents, and unique perspectives. In this episode, I dive into what it looks like to mute yourself, downplay who you are, and not be fully you. I'm telling you this as I am really recognizing what playing small has looked like in my life. I don't...2024-03-0417 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#192 Intentional Habit-Building: Starting with the End in Mind for Fulfillment, Impact, and Joy"By starting with the end in mind, individuals can be more intentional and efficient in their habit-building process." ~Tami Imlay
Tips for Building Lifelong Habits
In the Full Weight of Joy podcast episode, we discuss setting clear goals and achieving true fulfillment in life. Our host, Tami, a master certified life coach and a trained therapist, offers valuable coaching to women seeking joy in their journey. She shares invaluable tips to guide individuals towards understanding and fulfilling their intended purpose in life.
Your Life, Your Choices
How often do we actually think about what we want our...2024-02-2916 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#190 Why is it SOOO hard to find our purpose? I need to know! I want to know it and it feels so hard.
"The journey to discovering one's purpose is not about finding the perfect plan, but about embracing the discomfort and taking the next step." ~Tami Imlay
Episode 190, folks!! ONE HUNDRED and NINETY! Let's GOOOOO!
Ok I am a little excited about this...I cannot believe God has used this podcast and how much He has given me to share. There has not been a single rerun episode (I'm not saying that I won't ever do them...but so far, God has provided inspiration and direction for each one).
Today, I'm diving into a question th...2024-02-2222 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#189 - 3 Things You Can do RIGHT Now When You Feel Self-Doubt Creeping In"By recognizing past experiences, you can build confidence in your future self!" ~Tami
Man, sometimes our self-doubt creeps in, and we allow it to stop us in our tracks. We can work towards something AND STILL a moment of reality, a moment of weakness and BAM- we doubt ourselves. It is normal AND we have to put it in its' place so it doesn't control us!
In this episode, I share about a client named Sara and her struggle with self-doubt and feeling inadequate. She worked for months learning and planning for a promotion. She t...2024-02-1917 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#188 Frustrated Because it Seems Like NOTHING Ever Works? The One Thing You Are Missing!"Understanding one's core motivations, avoidances, and desires is crucial for making lasting changes and achieving personal growth." ~Tami Imlay
Hey Hey! Have you tried everything? Yeaaaa me too! I tried all the systems, all the books, all the Bible studies...changing habits, the trackers, the reminders, I even made sure I had a clear why...AND it all worked for a short time...until it didn't. It left me frustrated and feeling like I was the problem.
Friend- you are not the problem! We did not consider ONE INCREDIBLY important aspect. Well, not anymore, my fri...2024-02-1524 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#187//5 Ways to Overcome Imposter Syndrome and start Getting Your Goals!"Embrace your unique perspective, recognize your inherent worth, and choose joy to overcome imposter syndrome and achieve your goals." ~ Tami Marie
Hey Friend! Have you heard of the Imposter Syndrome? I KNOW! Who hasn't right? Well, today I want to share a story about a client named Emma. She came to me because she had a big God-dream and was plagued with Imposter Syndrome. We dive into 5 of the root causes of imposter syndrome and how to overcome them. It will emphasize the importance of separating one's worth from their skills, accepting praise, and embracing unique perspectives...2024-02-1230 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#186: Thriving in Stress: Cultivating a Growth Mindset Even When Life Keeps You Stressed"By asking the question of how to cultivate a growth mindset in the midst of stress, you are already on the path to developing one." ~Tami Imlay
Today is another "Hey Tami!" Episode and the question comes from Sherry. We dive into the question "How can I cultivate a growth mindset when I am always so stressed?" This podcast episode discusses how to cultivate a growth mindset when feeling overwhelmed and stressed.
Tami emphasizes the importance of reframing the question itself and suggests looking at the situation from a different perspective. They advise getting clear...2024-02-0820 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#184 What do You Mean By Understanding Motivations? It's Hey Tami time again!"Understanding motivations is the key to compassionate and effective relationships." ~Tami Imlay
Hey Friend! Are you a people watcher? I am. I love watching what people are doing...not to judge. I really try hard to not judge (everyone is fighting their own battles) but I watch to understand. I want to understand why I am thinking what I am thinking and shifting my responses- on purpose! Well in today's episode, I had a question come in about just this. "Hey Tami- What do you mean by understanding other's motivations?" So I had the privilege of diving i...2024-02-0118 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreThere is NOTHING Set About Mindset! It's About Time We All Stop Believing That We Can Simply Set it and Forget It.Mindset is one of those buzz words that EVERYONE throws around. I had a mentor who would say "Tami you just need to change your thoughts". How many times have you heard that or a version of that? Change your thoughts, perspectives, beliefs...sure in theory that is all great, BUT how do we do it? It is not through willpower or sheer force. Today I wanted to share my thoughts on mindset with you! I wanted to share what is good about the concept of changing your thoughts and how it has actually been holding you back. There...2024-01-2928 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreWhat to Know What it Takes to Experience the Full Weight of Joy? It's not as hard as you think!Hey hey! I always had this longing for "more". Not more stuff, but more impact, more growth, and more fulfillment. Today I share with you how easy it is to start taking those steps NOW to clarify and get the "more" you are looking for. I know from talking to many of you that you want to experience joy in your everyday life...and feel like you have to wait for the right time to go for it! Well, friend- wait no further. Let's dive in and see what it take to experience the full weight of joy right...2024-01-2514 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreBelieve, Act, and Transform: Your Action Guide to Making the Lasting Changes and Pivots You Need"Even small actions can lead to significant change over time." ~Tami
Hey hey! Here we are AGAIN! This time, I am FINALLY giving you what I promised! A step-by-step action guide to how to make the pivots you need. How to make lasting transformation and start taking those changes you have been thinking about for YEARS! How much longer do you want to wait to take action? What is it costing you? What is your motivation and your desire line at? These are all questions you should be able to answer after listening to this podcast! Let's Dive...2024-01-2227 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreNeeding to Pivot or Change is Not all About What You are Doing! Who do You Want to Be with This Change?"Stop striving! Instead focus on feeling, trusting, and loving." - Tami
Hey hey! I am excited to be back with you. Today, I have an episode that is a little more personal...don't worry. The promised "how to" start making a pivot is coming. I felt like this needed to be said (I also needed to say it out loud for myself). We get so focused on what we are doing for others, to get by, to "make things happen," and we forget who we are. In this podcast, I talk about the importance of knowing WHO y...2024-01-1819 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#179 -3 Indications That Help You to Determine if it's Time to Pivot or ChangeWe are flying through January, and for me, it is always a time to reflect. How are things going? Am I on the right path? Am I pursuing my goals, vision, dreams, and intentions, OR do I even still want them? Are you asking any of these questions? In today's episode, I dive into how you can know if it's time to pivot. So grab your coffee (or tea), a piece of paper, and a pen, and let's answer some questions together!
The podcast episode discusses the concept of knowing when it's time to pivot or make a...2024-01-1526 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreHappy Anniversary! 3 Years TODAY! How You Do One Thing is How You Do Everything?Hip Hip Horray!!!! I am so freaking excited that today is here! I have been podcasting for 3 years! It seems like forever ago and like it was yesterday. In this episode, we dive into a phrase I hear a lot in my world and I got curious about why it bothers me. I know enough now that if I have a strong feeling about something it is time to get curious. Well, I did and I discovered something I wasn't expecting! Listen in to find out! How do YOU feel about the phrase "How you do one thing is t...2024-01-1122 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#177 Do You Find Yourself Escaping or Truly Taking Care of Yourself?"Seeking relief through escape is only temporary, and the need to escape will always return." ~Tami Imlay
Hey hey! I am excited you are back for another episode. Today, I'm delving into the topic of escape vs genuinely taking care of yourself (whole-self-care). I talk about the signs that you may be in escape mode. We talk about the dangers of using self-care as an escape and emphasize the importance of building a fulfilling life. It highlights signs of being in escape mode and the temporary relief it provides. Genuine self-care involves activities that bring joy and f...2024-01-0832 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreSooo...how is your year going so far? 3 Things I am Committing to Doing Every Day and Why You Should too!We are well into 2024! Ok, maybe a few days, but we all know how time flies when we don't acknowledge it! Today's episode is about how the first few days have been for me in 2024 and 3 things I am committing to doing daily. I promise they are easy and they have a specific purpose! I even share my word of the year. So listen in!
I challenge you to look at this new year with new eyes and take power in your words, your decisions, AND your actions!
Here is to an amazing 2024 🥂 let's rock this y...2024-01-0422 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More3 Things to Leave in 2023 and Not Take with You in 2024Every year I like to take time to look at what my "glows and grows" were from the previous 12 months. I love setting aside time in December and reflect on the year and how it went...what went well (glows) and what did not (grows). I take time to review my small wins that I spent each day, week, and month writing. I look at the struggles and how I overcame them. I started last year (2022- so I guess 2 years ago 🤪) intentionally looking at what I wanted to take with me into the next year and what I wan...2024-01-0126 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreDon’t Be Afraid to Succeed in 2024!----more----Hey Hey! I can't believe this is the LAST episode of the podcast in 2023! Today, I wanted to encourage you to embrace success and try something different in the new year. I share my personal struggle with fear of appearing prideful and emphasize the importance of embracing one's strengths. I want to challenge YOU to stop dimming their light and invites you to make 2024 the year you say yes to yourself. I am so excited for 2024 for so many reasons! Are you ready to go on the journey with me? Let's do this!
WORKSHOP COMING- Do...2023-12-2816 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreUnwrapped Part 6: Embracing The Imperfections- A Refreshing Approach to Holiday ChaosMerry Christmas!!! Today we are wrapping up the Unwrapped series! Unwrapped: Having a Holiday Season You REALLY Want. We are in part 6! I cannot believe how fast 6 weeks have gone. I don't want to scare you, but next week is 2024!
Today, I dive into embracing imperfection. It's not a new concept...but we all need to be reminded that it's possible. I need to be reminded it's possible. I talk about some tangible ways to embrace imperfection and how to extend what we have been talking about over the last six weeks to the rest of our...2023-12-2533 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreHey Tami! How will I know when I’m Ready?Good morning!!! Or afternoon or evening, depending on when you are listening to this. Today, I have a question for you that we all ask...ok it might just be me, but I feel like I have my peeps around me here. Wouldn't it be nice to have a starting signal like when taking a timed test, running a race, or even at the start of a game? There are intentional and noticeable signals at the beginning. Wouldn't that be great if we had those for our lives, too? We had a bell go off when we were ready...2023-12-2110 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreUnwrapped Part 5: Don’t Make Resolutions for 2024- Set Intentions InsteadI love planning for the new year. I love dreaming of the possibilities and opportunities bound to come my way. I also DO NOT make resolutions. I do set goals. I create a vision for what I want to say about my year next December. I also set the tone for the year by setting intentions for my life. Today, I'm diving into not only how it helps you to get what you really want out of the season, but I will also help you grow in the new year. So listen in!
WORKSHOP COMING- Do You H...2023-12-1819 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreHey Tami! Why am I Stuck?Get off that nail!
Hey hey! I am excited to share this episode of Hey Tami with you. Today's question comes from Sarah P. and her question was an exasperated "Tami, why am I feeling stuck?" This is a great question and one that we all have at one time or another... why are you stuck? Let's dive in and find out!
WORKSHOP COMING- Do You Have a Story to Tell? Dec 21st @ 10CST! DM me to make SURE you get the info but more info coming out this week! Click here to get more in...2023-12-1414 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreUnwrapped #4 Having the Holiday Season You Really Want- Nurturing Healthy Relationships Through the Season and BeyondHello! We are now well into December and rounding the corner to Christmas and then on to 2024. As we head to the end of 2023 we want to end the year well. It's not too late to spend time focusing on the things that are important to you. I"m not going to pretend to know your values and priorities but if I had to guess family would be near the top.
Healthy Relationships do not haphazardly happen- they take intentionality and work. They also can be fun, meaningful, and bring joy rather than stress. In today's episode, w...2023-12-1128 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreHey Tami! How do I Move Through ”This” as Fast as Possible? How do I Get Out of this Trial?Well today I recorded and published not one but two Hey Tami episodes. I had a technical issue so the other one is on my YouTube Channel and you should absolutely go there and check it out. I'll share more about that in this episode. OK! SO today I answer a often asked question.... "how do i get over this quick" and multiple ways we can ask the same question. Really we are asking "how can i make this pain go away". I hope to give you a unique perspective today and even some inspiration to keep the good...2023-12-0714 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#167 Unwrapped: Having the Holiday Season You Really Want- Permission Granted: Ways to Get Whole Self CareI hope you are enjoying the series Unwrapped. I am enjoying creating them for you. They are all good reminders for me and what I need to learn this Christmas season as well. Today I am touching on a topic that we all know and love AND YET we do not do well. I take a different spin on it rather than telling you the importance of it- I share what you are telling yourself when you DON'T do it! So listen in!
WORKSHOP COMING- Do You Have a Story to Tell? Dec 21st @ 10CST! DM me t...2023-12-0433 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreHey Tami! Why Does it Feel SOOO Selfish to Ask For Help?We are all willing and enjoy helping others. We like to feel supportive and want to make it easier for our friends...AND YET! And yet we do not ask for help for ourselves. We have a block, it feels wrong, if feels like we are putting a burden on somoene else that is OUR RESPONSIBILITY. Is this even true? Today I talk about how I grew up and some of the false beliefs I have been wrestling with when it comes to asking for help. Listen in!
Ready to join us over on Facebook? Get...2023-11-3022 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreUnwrapped 2: Having a Holiday Season You Really Want- Rest not Stressed! Embracing Calm Amid the Holiday HustleWe all sing about Peace on Earth and Good Will Toward Men. We use words like family, intention, rest, and peace when we describe the holiday season we want...and then life gets in the way. We find ourselves trying to work so hard to make everything magical for our family and friends that we become more exhausted in the process. The season is over, and we can't wait for the kids to go back to school so we can get into our routine again. Friends! We do not have to do this! We are the MOTHERS! We get...2023-11-2728 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreHey Tami! What if I Can’t Change...What if it Doesn’t Work for Me?Ok, friends. This question is one I love...because it is one we all have, but a lot of times, aren't willing to say it out loud. So thank you, Becky, for bringing up this question. We all have fears of things not working- heck, we have evidence too. We have evidence of trying to make changes, and NOTHING worked. In this episode, I wanted to share a different perspective on this question! Listen in!
Want FREE COACHING? Join The Diving Destiny Facebook group and join us next week as I dive into live coaching and answering y...2023-11-2309 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreUnwrapped: Having the Holiday Season You Really Want- Releasing the Myth of SuperMomHey hey! We have 6 Mondays left in 2023, and I thought it would be great to go out with a bang- a 6 part series about having the holiday season we really want. Today's episode is about putting down expectations and the myth that we must be supermom- even during the holidays. We GET TO MAKE THE RULES! I hope you enjoy the podcast! I pray you have a wonderful and memory-filled holiday season and we step into 2024 with intention and confidence.
Ready to join us over on Facebook? Get in the NEW Facebook Divine Destiny: Embracing Yo...2023-11-2030 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreHey Tami! What is the one thing I need to get a lasting change?Hey hey! I got another episode of Hey Tami for you! Today, I'm answering a question from a new client. She wants to make significant changes but has tried everything before and doesn't believe she is capable. Well, friend- as I'm sure you already know...she is fully capable, and she is on her way! But listen in... what is the one thing you need to get the transformations you need (that and an amazing coach 🤪😉).
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2023-11-1608 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreReady to Remove Guilt and Shame From Your Life? 2 Simple Words that Changed EverythingI was initially going to answer this question from a client on a "Hey Tami" episode. As I dug into it deeper, I realized this needed a little more detail than that. I have been working through and practicing the idea of expectations vs intentions for the past few years. I'm not perfect at it (as you will hear in this episode), but it HAS changed my life. And yes...I totally planned to put a "but" there instead of an and. 🤪
We are so freaking hard on ourselves! We plan and plan, and we want...2023-11-1329 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreHey Tami! Is People Pleasing Really THAT Bad?Hey hey! So, I'm excited to bring this podcast episode to you today. I explain why in the episode, so I won't go too much into it here...AND I need your questions! When I was younger, I LOVED Reader's Digest, Dear Abbey, and all the advice columns. Guilty pleasure- I still watch Frasier. And I thought it would be fun to host my own. So here we go! The first episode of "Hey Tami". Listen in!
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WAIT...2023-11-0911 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#159 Called But Unqualified- We Aren’t Supposed to Have it All Together BEFORE we StartHey hey! I'm so glad you are back. I know this episode is for someone- hopefully you! I know it's something I have to remind myself often. Our calling does not ask us to FEEL qualified for it. It was given to us before we were even born. The more we know who we are in Christ, our strengths, weaknesses, motivations...all of these help us see God's calling for us. Let's dive in and see what Christ says about it!
[Eph 2:8-10 ESV] 8 For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not y...2023-11-0623 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreYour Impact is Inevitable- What Could Become Possible When We Use it Wisely?Do you ever wonder if what you say and do matters? What if that is the wrong question? What if the real question is no matter what I say and do...what if I knew it made an impact? Switching this around is crucial if we want to own our impact and really step into who we are called to be. In today's episode, we talk about just that...OWNING your impact. The outcome of what we do, the results, or the depth belongs to God...however, we have an essential part to play. We cannot afford to allow...2023-10-3030 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More# 157 - 3 Reasons Why You Should Grow Even if You Don’t Think it’s NecessaryHey hey! I am excited to share this episode with you. This one comes straight from my heart and, honestly, a big reason why I do what I do. We have so many reasons to stay comfortable. We have so many excuses to keep waiting in the same rut, same routine, same life. Well, friend, I give you three reasons why it is important (even as a Christian) to get out of your comfort zone and grow.
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Be...2023-10-2328 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#156 Trust Me I Know What I’m Doing- Learning To Trust Your InstinctHey hey! This episode is the one I promised from last episode. We all want things to be easy. What if easy is not always right (ha! I know you already realize this). Many times we just want quick answers and results BUT they do not get us what we want or what we need. This episode we dive into ways to start building the muscle of trusting yourself. We do not give ourselves credit enough for having creative solutions or knowing what our people need in the moment. We need to step back and intentionally start learning to...2023-10-1638 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreJust TELL Me What to Do and I’ll Do it- 5 Signs You Are Not Trusting Your IntuitionThere are points in time where we all are TIRED of making decisions. Where we just want someone to tell us what to do, how to do it, and tell us what we want. Friend, this is okay for a moment, for a season. We cannot go through life having others tell us everything we need or should be doing. In today's episode we talk about 5 signs you are not trusting your intuition or 5 signs that you are allowing others to make choices for you. We are taught from a young age that we should listen to the experts...2023-10-0925 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreSeriously! You Do NOT have to DO it All to Have It all!Friend! Today's episode is meant to be some much-needed permission to put some of the pressures you have down! It is intended to be an inspiration to know that YOU know what you want for your family. And it is not making everyone so busy they are unsatisfied with life. You can stop doing all the things and do the things that really matter. Guess what? You get to decide what matters! You do not have to do something because an amazing mom down the street is doing it. Let her do her thing, and you do yours! You...2023-10-0226 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreUnpopular Opinion- It Can’t be Your Truth or My TruthOkay. I know I am going to ruffle some feathers with this one. It's okay- because we are all allowed to have our opinions! This episode has been on my heart for a while. As Christians, we tend to hold our tongue when it comes to some of the themes or phrases of the world. The phrase "it's just my truth" has been floating around for a really long time now, and it urks me when I hear it. First- by definition, truth is rooted in facts, not opinions or preferences. Second, it applies to all. In reality, it...2023-09-2533 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreYou are Enough Just as You areYou are enough right now...right as you are! We do not embrace this enough! As moms, we are enough. We try so hard to make sure that our people are taken care of. We serve on all the committees and all the boards. We are class moms, room moms, and team moms. We ensure everyone has what they need...and we are exhausted. We are not experiencing our lives...we are rushing around. Today, we dive into the importance of being in the moment AND living today. It's not our fault...we have so many things pulling our...2023-09-1832 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreE151 The BIG Mistake We are Making When We Want Different ResultsHey friend! I am so excited you are here! Welcome back to the podcast! Today I dive into a topic that is near and dear to my heart because I have been in this cycle FOR A LONG TIME! I am a go-getter, a fixer, someone who sees a problem and then starts figuring out how to get what I want...AND I would always look first to what I was DOING. I would look at my habits, actions, to-do list, schedule...I would look, and I would get down on myself because of the actions I was taking...2023-09-1124 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreE148 Changes are in the Air- Stepping from A Restored Spirit to a Joyful SpiritWow! This has been a long time coming and I am SO FREAKING excited to share this with you. Our lives are full of ups and downs and man do we learn a lot along the way. We grow, we shift, we are pruned...we transform. One thing that is true about our lives as we walk in faith is that we are continuously changing. Over the past decade years I have been on a restoration journey and you want to know what I discovered...you are ALWAYS on a restoration journey! You are always healing and growing AND...2023-09-0426 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreE 147 Know Where YOU are Starting Your Journey-It’s a Big Mistake that We Tend to MakeHey hey! I am so excited you are here! Today I have an essential episode for you. It's pretty clear by now that we are all on a journey. We WANT to grow, change, and make and impact. We want to know how to get there, so we look to experts to tell us. We read the books, listen to the podcasts (😜), take the Courses, and do the Bible studies, and YET we still can't figure out what we are missing. How do we make all the things work for us? We are missing the crucial step...identify where OUR...2023-08-2827 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreE146 10 Ways to Choose Joy without Putting On Rose-Colored GlassesChoose joy. It seems like 2 simple words right…and yet it evokes such feelings. As believers we WANT joy…we NEED joy… we STRIVE for joy. What if it isn’t that hard? What if it is more about being intentional than forcing yourself to put on rose-colored glasses and believe that “everything is awesome” (saying in the same tone as the Lego song…because well you can’t say it any other way, right?).
“The cause is hidden but the effect is visible to all”. (Unknown)
Cultivating a life of joy has more to do with...2023-08-2134 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreE145- What is Your Joy Path? Are You Intentional About Your Journey?Hey hey!
I am so excited about today. You know that feeling of taking something from an idea, a concept, and then researching it and then finally creating it? This is what this episode is for me. I have been working on this idea of a joy path for YEAAARRSSS! How many times do we turn to a GPS to know the fastest route to somewhere. Even if I know where I'm going I use GPS to give me updates on the path I"m taking. Friend! This is what the Joy Path is all about! If y...2023-08-1430 min
Why Distance Learning?#11 Reaching Canada's Remote Indigenous Communities with Anne-Marie Côté of TakingITGlobalThis week's episode we talk with Anne-Marie Côté from Canada's TakingITGlobal whose Connected North is an absolute powerhouse in live video conferencing. The best practices developed by Connected North that Anne-Marie describes are a veritable how-to guide for content providers, teachers, school leaders, and anyone who wants to bring teaching over live videoconferencing to its highest level.Anne-Marie works directly with teachers to coordinate Connected North programming in three Nunavut schools. She largely leads the Content Partnership side of the Connected North program, supporting outreach and onboarding efforts as well as engagement and support for the pr...2023-08-0727 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreHappy New Year! Oh wait! Is it Just Me Who Feels Like the New Year Starts with the New School Year? Episode 144Happy happy new year! So many times we rush through the summer and let's face it by the end of the summer we are ready for some sense of structure. And yet...we are so busy racing into the new structure that we forget we get to create it. Today I challenge you to take some time to reflect back on what's coming this semester. That's right...reflecting back before it even begins help you CRAFT a life of intention rather than managing the chaos in the moment.
Some BIG changes are coming to Tami Ma...2023-08-0733 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#41 Convergence Path- The Ultimate Path on the Enneagram, Where You Are The Best YouDo you ever what it would be like to be your ULTIMATE self? What would it be like to not allow fear to rule your decisions but choose at the moment based on the surroundings and your goals and priorities? I know I do. I want others to get the best version of me. I want to show up for my family and friends as the best me. Studying the Enneagram has helped me understand my tendencies and fears and rise above them. No, I haven't reached the Convergence path yet (I honestly believe this is a part of...2021-09-1331 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreEnneapath #3 The Growth Path- Where we want to be, where we want our friends and family to be- and where we should strive to stayWe all spend time in our stress and blind-spot path, BUT today we are jumping into the growth path. This is where we want to be. Where we want to stay. It is where we want to fight to linger. This path is where we become our healthiest and really show up to the world and those closest to us in a way that impacts others. When we are healthy and on our growth path we are responding rather than reacting and we are really being who we were created to be! We all know that when we are ta...2021-09-0624 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreUsing the Enneagram to understand your reactions. The Blind Spot Path- the path those closest to us see when we are in stressWe hurt the ones we love. Have you heard that saying? I know that before I understood the enneagram I would act in ways I didn't understand. I react to things in ways I didn't even want to. I would say things and do things that were not nice. Honestly, if my husband was here now I would have a lot of apologizing to do. Enter the blind spot path. When I first started studying the Enneagram I learned about two paths- the stress path and the growth path. These are the most widely known and talked about paths...2021-08-3030 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#38 Enneagram Stress Path- Things to notice if you are stressed out, overworked, or are on an unhealthy pathWe are back talking about the Enneagram! I should do it more often- it's so much fun! Well, today's episode isn't the most fun we are talking about stress paths. It's the easiest path to be on and the one that is the most miserable. It's not the path that we want to be on but without noticing- we could be there often. But the great thing about understanding stress- you can actively choose a different path after noticing! Today’s episode is just the first in the series- so don’t lose hope and tune in next week to h...2021-08-2327 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreThe Power of Why to fight the Resistance and Fear. The power of your why that keeps you moving when you don't want to move. The power of your why to change your life.We all have fears. All of us. We all have resistance. But those who act anyway are the ones who are world changers. Even if it is just their immediate world. How do we put ourselves into that category of amazing people? How do we do things messy and push past fear EVEN when we have doubt and ANTS (automatic negative thoughts)? How do we stop listening to what the world says about us and step into who God called us to be? We find out our why. We don't settle for surface level- we want to change the...2021-08-1625 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreThat Darn Resistance that Happens When We Try to Grow, Dream, and go for Our Goals but Why We Can't Let That Stop Us- Fear Should Not Stop Us From Moving ForwardThat Darn Resistance that Happens When We Try to Grow, Dream, and go for Our Goals but Why We Can't Let That Stop Us- Fear Should Not Stop Us From Moving Forward. In today's episode, I talk about how we should use resistance as an indicator, not a suffocator. We can't let the fear of something or the uncomfortable feeling to stop us from moving forward.
I am SOOO excited to share something coming in September! I know it is going to be life-changing and you HAVE to be a part of it! Be one of t...2021-08-0922 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreDo you allow the livestock and fish to determine your day? Do you pivot from one crisis to another? Don't make the urgent your primary concern.We all live crazy lives- hopefully, it is not just me. Sometimes things are so crazy that we get in a pattern of running from one crisis to another- we spend our days dealing with the livestock and fishes (and don't forget those pesky bugs) that we can't actually achieve what we need to achieve. SOMETIMES it may be an indication you are doing too much- sometimes it is a way of our brains keeping us busy so we CANNOT deal with what we REALLY need to do. What are your patterns, activities, and business of life telling you? H...2021-08-0221 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreTaking Personal Responsibility Is Key to Jumpstarting your DreamsAre you someone who doesn't like to let people down? Do you keep commitments at all costs? I know I do. I truly believe my word is my bond and I work hard to not break my commitments, to not sever promises, or say something that I never intend to follow through on. Do we have the same commitment to ourselves? How important is it to make and keep personal integrity? Listen in to get a new perspective.
My name is Tami and I am a Restoration and Confidence Coach. I am a Marriage and Fa...2021-07-2616 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreInspiration to Push Past Fear and Be Who God Called You to Be- Embrace Your StrengthHave you ever told yourself you have to embrace the trials in your life? Have you told yourself that life happens- you have to take it as it comes? Have you given over to the fact that life is just hard and that's the way it has to be? Have you told yourself you have to "embrace the suck"?
Friend! Do not allow your circumstances to decide who you are and what you are going to do. In today's episode, I talk about pushing past what the circumstances say you have to believe and decide what you w...2021-07-1926 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreReleasing Expectations: Experience Real Freedom and Peace from Judgement, Unreal Outcomes and Disappointments Part 3Welcome to part 3 of our 3 part series of Releasing Expectations! If you haven't had a chance to listen to the first podcast episode I encourage you to go and listen now!
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Do you experience times in your life that you want to do something- but you feel the weight of other's expectations on your life? Do you feel lost in who you are because you haven't separated expectations from reality? We go through life (and it is NOT easy) making choices. B...2021-07-1223 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreReleasing Expectations: Experience Real Freedom and Peace from Judgement, Unreal Outcomes and Disappointments Part 2Welcome to part 2 of our 3 part series of Releasing Expectations! If you haven't had a chance to listen to the first podcast episode I encourage you to go and listen now!
Do you experience times in your life that you want to do something- but you feel the weight of other's expectations on your life? Do you feel lost in who you are because you haven't separated expectations from reality? We go through life (and it is NOT easy) making choices. But, if we are not intentional about our choices, we may fall into the trap of d...2021-07-0525 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreReleasing Expectations: Experience Real Freedom and Peace from Judgement, Unreal Outcomes and DisappointmentsDo you experience times in your life that you want to do something- but you feel the weight of other's expectations on your life? Do you feel lost in who you are because you haven't separated expectations from reality? We go through life (and it is NOT easy) making choices. But, if we are not intentional about our choices, we may fall into the trap of doing things because they are "expected" rather than what is really in our hearts. No more, my friend! In this 3 part series, I talk about releasing the expectations- the expectations from yourself and t...2021-06-2827 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreIdentify Your Fears to Step Into Who You Were Created to Be- Don't Let Fear Stop You AnymoreAre you starting to see how important it is to intentionally identify who you are? To really step into your calling, your purpose, your destiny- you need to intentionally look at what is stopping you. Part of who you are is wrapped into what is holding you back. What comfortable fear is keeping you from achieving that deep, inspiring dream that is deep within your soul? By identifying your fear you are able to start addressing them. See how they are serving you and then decide if it is time to step it aside.
Over the last f...2021-06-2129 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreUncover Your Identity Through Reflecting on Your Walk with Christ-Looking Back Helps You Prepare to Move ForwardWho are you? Who do you want to be? Who does Christ say you are? How does Christ's identity for you shape your future? These are all questions we should ask ourselves. In order to really look at these, we have to look back at our life. We have to look back specifically at how God has shown up in our lives. This is what I encourage you to do today. To find who you want to be or who you are becoming- look at the patterns, rhythms, and paths we have taken thus far. Look at how God has...2021-06-1422 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More5 Ways to Find Out What is Important to You- Reflecting on Events, People, and Accomplishments Can Give You Insight to Your ValuesWe all know what is important to us...right? Do our lives reflect them? Truth moment- I have not always prioritized what is most important to me. That's why I started looking at ways to uncover what is most important to me and then taking intentional steps to look beyond my calendar and beyond what others say are important and really focusing my energy on my values. This episode will give you 5 ways to determine what is important to you. Take time, grap paper and pen (or just allow yourself to think about it a bit...) and allow yourself t...2021-06-0721 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreLimits, Threats, and Barriers! Oh My! What do you allow to define your identity? Become the woman you want to be.This is the "fixed" version! Sorry for the audio mix-up! I'm still learning! This is the updated episode!!!
Do you allow your limits, threats, and barriers to define your identity? Do you know how to become the best version of yourself? In today's episode, I talk about one step and a few questions you can ask yourself to move from your limits into a place of freedom and choice. You get to choose who you are. You get to choose the best version of yourself and what you want others to see and know about you. Don't...2021-05-3130 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreHolding Space for Others while being true, honest, and intentional about your needs. Emotional support is more than just talking with your friends.As women, we are really good at carrying each other's burdens. We do our best not to gossip but we all like a juicy story. We also know that when our friend is hurting- we are hurting. It is important that we are intentional about holding space to emotionally support our friends. In today's episode, I talk about 5 things to do to be able to hold space for others. 5 things that you should be doing consistently that will not only improve your communication but also remove assumptions about what is needed (by your or your friend).
I m...2021-05-2427 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreParenting with the Enneagram- How understanding your fears and desires help you understand your child's needsDo you ever wonder if you are parenting “good enough”? Do you worry if you are focusing on the “right” values and issues with your kids? What am I thinking…of COURSE, you don’t worry about this. Parenting is so easy- why worry about it. NOT (Yes I just dated myself I could have said psych!). Parenting is such an honor and blessing but it is downright hard. In this episode, I discuss how to use Enneagram to help you with your parenting. It’s something I use and have found that it gives me an understanding of what is really...2021-05-1725 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreEnneagram #3 Head Triad-Understanding the Fears, Desires, Longings and How to Leverage them to Gain Confidence and Embrace your IdentityOur last in the series! I cannot believe we have been through so much already and I know you will love this final introduction to the Enneagram Head Triad. There is so much to learn about the Enneagram and we hope that you got enough of a taste to fall in love with it as much as we have! Send in your questions and comments-- we want to hear and we WANT to answer them. If we get enough questions we will come back and do another episode just answering your questions.
What is the Enneagram? Who is it...2021-03-1231 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for MoreEnneagram #2 The Heart Triad-Understanding the Fears, Desires, Longings and How to Leverage them to Gain Confidence and Embrace your IdentityWelcome BACK! We had so much fun together on the first episode and we KNOW you will love this 2nd one. We tackle the Heart Triad today and our favorite 2,3, and 4’s. If you missed the first episode please go back and listen to hear about the Gut Triad. BUT TODAY we dive into what makes those who wear their hearts on their sleeves so valuable and beautiful. I am joined again with my good friend Cari Normandat Beacon’s of Bravery Podcast and I am so thankful she joined with me today!
What is the Ennea...2021-03-1138 minThe Full Weight of Joy: Self-Awareness, Purpose & Faith for Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Those Who Know they Were Made for More#11 Enneagram #1- The Gut Triad-Understanding the Fears, Desires, Longings and How to Leverage them to Gain Confidence and Embrace your IdentityWELCOME! We are so excited that you are here! I say we because this is my first ever duo episode! I have had the privilege of being a guest on Cari’s podcast Beacon’s of Bravery and we had so much fun we wanted to do a mini-series together. We decided that tackling and introducing the Enneagram would be a great first mini-series.
What is the Enneagram? Who is it for? Is it made up? Doesn’t that limit and put you in a box? Why should I know about the Enneagram and do I need to k...2021-03-1051 min