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Trust & Thrive105: Making Friends With Anxiety - with Tim Box, Remedial Hypnotist & Mind Management ExpertTim Box DipCAH, HPD, FMAHA, MNCH (reg) is a remedial hypnotist and mind management expert who has successfully run a flourishing full time therapeutic practice for the last eight years, as well as being an associate of one of the top practices in London's Harley Street for three years.After escaping the family plumbing business in 2009, Tim trained in hypnosis at the world renowned Hypnoarts Academy by Jonathan Chase. Tim went on in 2014 to become one of only a handful of people in the world to be awarded a fellowship of the academy, as well as eventually...2020-12-1055 minTrust & Thrive104: Religious Trauma & Abuse - with Laura Anderson, Licensed Psychotherapist & Co-founder of the Religious Trauma InstituteLaura Anderson is a Licensed Psychotherapist with a private practice in Nashville, TN and an Abuse and Trauma Resolution Coach for clients outside of Tennessee. Her primary clientele deal with complex trauma, including intimate partner violence, sexual abuse and assault and religious trauma. Laura is the co-founder of the Religious Trauma Institute and is a PhD Candidate; her research is in the experience of living in a healed body after sexual trauma.Laura is the author of two educational manuals: one on the topic of domestic violence and the other for clinicians and...2020-12-031h 00Trust & Thrive102: Authenticity Over Perfection - with Dr. Jenn Hardy, Licensed Psychologist & Creator of The School for Being Who You AreDr. Jenn Hardy is a licensed psychologist who has a private practice in Maryville, Tennessee. She graduated with a PhD in Counseling Psychology from Penn State University in 2010. While there, she received specialized training in psychodynamic and feminist therapy, attachment theory, and career-related issues. She writes on Instagram about relationships, career issues, resilience, self-compassion, and whatever else is on her mind. She is also the creator of The School for Being Who You Are. One of her courses, Mend, helps you to improve your relationship with yourself. In addition, Begin is a free...2020-11-1951 minTrust & Thrive101: Normalizing Conversations on Mental Health - with Dr. Shaun Fletcher, Assistant Professor of Public Relations & Sport CommunicationDr. Shaun Fletcher is an Assistant Professor of Public Relations and Sport Communication at San José State University in the School of Journalism and Mass Communications. He also serves on the Advisory Board for The Institute for the Study of Sport, Society and Social Change at SJSU, as well as the board chair member on Diversity and Inclusion for the Public Relations Society of America - Silicon Valley. Prior to joining San José State, Shaun served as the Manager of Internal Communications at Apple for the Retail Learning and Development organization. In this role, he pr...2020-11-121h 00Trust & Thrive100: Two Years of Trust & ThriveI can't believe it's already been 2 years of Trust & Thrive AND it's also the 100th episode!Thank you all for being here and for being a part of this wild, unpredictable, exciting journey.In this solo episode, I share the many lessons I learned within these past few years, how the show's helped me grow tremendously in my own life, and where we're headed. You can also hear the new and updated intro of the show!It's truly been an honor to have such insightful and progressive guests on the show, and to...2020-10-2943 minTrust & Thrive96: Reparenting & Validating Your Own Feelings - with Dr. Courtney Tracy, Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Mental Health EntrepreneurDr. Courtney Tracy, LCSW, PsyD, is an internationally known licensed clinical social worker and mental health entrepreneur with three behavioral health companies and both licensed practices and online support communities. She owns Good Heart Recovery, a full-service mental health and substance use treatment center in Santa Barbara, Recovery Santa Barbara, a non-profit organization that supports individuals with addiction issues and The Truth Seekers, an international online mental health support community. Dr. Tracy's knowledge of mindfulness, existential mental health issues and trauma-informed care makes her a sought after guest speaker, on-air expert and media featured clinician.2020-10-0159 minTrust & Thrive95: A New Chapter - Trusting the ProcessIn this solo episode, I share some updates and exciting news about my personal life. I also touch on some past and recent moments that, at the time, seemed like failures, yet ended up being important learning lessons that only helped lead me to something greater.I am continuously learning and striving to trust the process. That being said, thank you for being here. I am grateful to be able to openly share updates about my life with you all. I hope by doing so, you may feel less alone. Sending love and strength to...2020-09-2430 minTrust & Thrive94: Seduction & Intimacy - with Dr. Jessica O'Reilly & Marla Renee Stewart, Authors of The Ultimate Guide to Seduction & ForeplayDr. Jessica O’Reilly, Ph.D., is a best-selling author, television host, and top-rated international speaker whose award-winning couples’ retreats span the globe from Istanbul to Albuquerque. She has worked with thousands of couples to improve communication, heighten intimacy, and deepen connection before they encounter struggles in their relationships. Her sex and relationship advice is featured regularly by Showtime, Cosmopolitan, Women’s Health, Men’s Fitness, CTV, CBC, ABC and The Globe and Mail—and now Greatist.com! Dr. Jess is a top-rated keynote speaker for prestigious executive organizations, school boards, social service agencies...2020-09-1759 minTrust & Thrive93: Emotional Abuse & Narcissism in Romantic Relationships - with Dr. Annie Kaszina, Narcissistic Abuse CoachAnnie Kaszina, Ph.D, has been an emotional and narcissistic abuse coach for 17 years, working with thousands of women and men worldwide. She is also a multi-award winning author of 3 relationship books. Annie spent 20 years with an abusive, narcissistic partner before she finally realized that something was terribly wrong that she could not “fix” by working harder at the relationship. Now blessed with a truly lovely partner, Annie specializes in teaching abuse survivors to believe in their own worth, build a joyful life after abuse and enjoy healthy, fulfilling relationships in every area of their lives...2020-09-1055 minTrust & Thrive92: Feel More in Tune with Your Mind & Body - with Alanna Gardner, Therapist & Founder of AG WellnessAs a heart attack and open-heart surgery survivor, Alanna Gardner knows the importance of being secure in our body, mind, and relationships.Alanna Gardner, MFT is a therapist & the founder of AG Wellness. AG Wellness is a therapy and wellness practice based in Philadelphia helping individuals and couples feel more connected to themselves and their world through wholistic and somatic-based therapeutic practices; improving the quality of individuals' lives and relationships.In this episode, Alanna shares her amazing story. We get into the importance of taking care of one self emotionally, physically, and mentally. ...2020-09-0356 minTrust & Thrive91: Don't Let Your Past Define You - with Coss Marte, Founder of CONBODYIn 2009, Coss Marte was sent to jail as the ringleader of a multi-million dollar cocaine operation. He was also, in his own words, "grossly overweight" and warned by his physician that his current lifestyle, if left unchecked, would likely kill him. Faced with this grim prognosis, Coss started to get in shape using the tools he had -- his prison cell and his own body weight. Within six months, he lost 70 pounds and replicated his successful formula of body weight exercises with 20 other inmates. Then, he launched CONBODY, a prison style bootcamp that has gained ov...2020-08-2735 minTrust & Thrive90: Let Yourself Feel LostIt’s okay to feel lost. It's okay to change your mind. It's okay to explore new paths.In this episode, I challenge the negative connotation of the word "lost."I explain how feeling lost may be a sign that you are actually discovering your true self.I also share how I've personally been feeling stagnant, yet trying to stay hopeful, during the pandemic, along with letting go of past limiting beliefs.STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramont2020-08-2040 minTrust & Thrive89: Improve Your Impromptu Communication Skills - with Jen Oleniczak Brown, Author & Founder of The Engaging EducatorJen Oleniczak Brown is the founder of The Engaging Educator (EE), a women-owned and operated company dedicated to helping people find their unapologetic, authentic and best voice, communication style and self through improv-based education. Since 2012, EE has served over 50,000 students, working with companies such as Viacom, Food Network, The New York Times, Saks Fifth Avenue and CBS. EE is based out of NYC, LA, SF and Winston Salem, NC. Jen’s work can be found in publications including Bustle, Fast Company, Forbes, Moneyish and others. Jen is also the author of Think on Yo...2020-08-1356 minTrust & Thrive88: Imposter Syndrome & Owning Your Greatness - with Dr. Lisa Orbé-Austin, Psychologist & Executive CoachDr. Lisa Orbé-Austin is a licensed psychologist and executive coach, with a focus on career advancement, leadership development and job transitions. She is a cofounder and partner of Dynamic Transitions Psychological Consulting. She is also a career and executive coaching consultancy, where she works mostly with high potential managers and executives. Dr. Orbé-Austin earned her doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Columbia University. Her views about career advancement, job transitions, leadership, and diversity & inclusion are regularly sought by the media and she has appeared in outlets such as The New York Times, NBC News, Fo...2020-08-0650 minTrust & Thrive87: Visualization & Taking Action - with Kristina Furia, Transformational Coach & PsychotherapistKristina Furia spent the first ten years of her career as a mental health counselor and psychotherapist before realizing her true calling as a transformational teacher and coach.With a Masters degree in clinical and counseling psychology, as well as a certification in coaching, Kristina applies her diverse knowledge-set of the mind, body, and spirit to empower those she works with to lean into their true purpose, to be free of the confines of a harsh inner critic, and to experience each day as a unique gift.In this episode, Kristina and I touch on...2020-07-301h 00Trust & Thrive86: Self-Esteem & Healing - with Jason Phillips, Psychotherapist & Life CoachJason Phillips is a licensed therapist and life coach, specializing in helping individuals achieve their highest level of personal and professional development. Jason focuses on what he refers to as the 3 C’s, Clarity, Confidence, and Consistency. As a Detroit Native, Jason is a proud graduate of Cass Technical High School. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Eastern Michigan University, and a Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan.As a mental health professional, Jason has worked with various populations to include college counseling, grief and loss, Active Duty soldiers, Veter...2020-07-2350 minTrust & Thrive85: Recognize & Honor Your NeedsAfter recently reading Attached: the New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find--and Keep--Love by Amir Levine and Rachel Heller, I've been reflecting more on my attachment style, and learning to really recognize and honor my needs.In this episode, I share my experiences and thoughts on attachment styles and the importance of honoring one's needs. I also hope to encourage listeners to reflect on their own attachment style (anxious, avoidant, secure, anxious/avoidant), and to not compromise one's needs just to please someone else.Keep staying true to...2020-07-1644 minTrust & Thrive84: Polyamory & Open Relationships - with KamalaDevi McClure, Author of 52 FridaysKamalaDevi McClure is a muse, a mystic, and a mentor. In addition to 52 Fridays: A Polyamorous, Queer, Kinky Tantric Love Story (May 12, 2020; CLEiS Press), she is the author of Polyamory Pearls, Sacred Slut Sutras, Don’t Drink the Punch and co-author of Sacred Sexual Healing. Her family stars in Showtime’s hit docu-series, Polyamory: Married and Dating. She has appeared on Dr. Drew, Ricki Lake, Tyra Banks, and the award-winning documentary Sex Magic.KamalaDevi is based in San Diego and travels the world as faculty for the International School of Temple Arts (ISTA) and is...2020-07-0948 minTrust & Thrive83: Repressed Emotions & Childhood Wounds - with Adriana Bucci, Mindbody Life Coach & Narcissistic Abuse Recovery ExpertAdriana Bucci is a Certified Mindbody Life Coach and Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Expert who has truly been there. After decades of narcissistic abuse from her family of origin and 4 years of chronic pain - she made the mindbody connection in early 2019. Essentially, the mindbody connection is a theory that states that repressed emotions from childhood trauma are stored in the body, and can manifest as chronic pain and other mystery symptoms. The solution is to allow oneself to feel those repressed emotions, which Adriana did very reluctantly at first as this was truly hard to...2020-07-0257 minTrust & Thrive82: Raising Race Conscious Children - with Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart, Pediatric Psychologist & Parent CoachDr. Ann-Louise Lockhart is a pediatric psychologist, parent coach, and business owner at A New Day Pediatric Psychology in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Lockhart is originally from St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands. She completed her doctoral and post-doctoral training with the U.S. military where she worked for 10 years. She opened up her own private practice in January 2016. Dr. Lockhart specializes in ADHD, anxiety, and medical diagnoses. Her passion is helping people find healing, meaning, and their unique purpose.In this episode, Dr. Lockhart gives tips on raising race conscious...2020-06-2547 minTrust & Thrive80: Recognizing Internalized Racism & Racial Color BlindnessReminder that I do NOT and could never speak for any Black man or woman on their experiences. This episode is simply a reflective one from a White woman's perspective.Before continuing on with guest episodes, I felt it necessary to touch on the reflections and realizations I've made as a White cis woman, including the internalized racism I've noticed in my own life, color blindness, systemic oppression, white privilege, and more.I also share some takeaways from informative books I have been reading, including White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo and How to Be an...2020-06-1143 minTrust & Thrive79: Embracing Failure & Seeing It as Feedback - with Sandra Chuma, Founder of NDINISandra Chuma is an inspirational speaker, podcast host, and award-winning documentary filmmaker, who believes that our greatest responsibility in this world is to share the stories that create possibility for others.She is the founder of NDINI, a platform to inspire, educate and entertain, and to encourage all women to believe in who they are and what they’re truly capable of. Sandra is also the founder of Woman on Fire Summit, which is a high-energy event - all about inspiration, transformation, connection, and entertainment.Before graduating from Columbia Journalism School with a Ma...2020-05-2854 minTrust & Thrive78: Asking For What You Want & Getting What You Need - with Amy Fish, Author of I Wanted Fries With ThatAmy Fish is the author of I Wanted Fries With That. In her book, Amy encourages standing up for yourself (and others) by complaining effectively. Her suggestions will appeal to anyone who wants to speak up and isn’t sure where to start, including managers navigating workplace disputes, couples who argue about the same things over and over, and even someone with a friend with bad breath. Illustrating her points with funny real-life stories, Amy reveals pragmatic methods to redress grievances with civility, honesty, and fairness for everyone involved — whether you’re trying to right the wr...2020-05-2138 minTrust & Thrive77: Astrology, Zodiac Signs, & Understanding Your Birth Chart - with Lisa Stardust, NYC-Based AstrologerLisa Stardust is a New York City-based astrologer who is known for her pop culture horoscopes. Lisa acts a guide for clients to help navigate them through finances, relationships, and other important facets of life.With an organic approach to creating personal magic, you will find her frequently using herbalism.In this fun, lighthearted episode, Lisa shares her knowledge on astrology, the different houses, understanding one's birth chart, and more.Feel free to give Lisa a follow to learn more.FOLLOW LISA:INSTA: @lisastardustastro...2020-05-1448 minTrust & Thrive76: Growing Up with a Narcissistic Parent - with Roxanna Safdia, Founder of The Black Sheep SurvivesRoxanna Safdia is the founder of The Black Sheep Survives. She has been consulting victims and survivors of abuse since 2016. Roxanna has earned her Master of Science in Conflict Analysis and Resolution. She lives in Houston, TX with her husband and 9-year-old twins.In this episode, Roxanna opens up about her experience growing up with a narcissistic parent. She defines what narcissism is and signs that you may be dealing with a narcissistic. We also touch on gaslighting, generational trauma, the effects of emotional abuse, reparenting, reconnecting with one's inner child...2020-05-0751 minTrust & Thrive75: Viewing Life as an ExperimentIn this solo episode, I touch on the idea of living life as an experiment - seeing our failures as learning experiences and truly embracing one's journey - the good and the bad.We're so hard on ourselves, believing that we have to have life figured out. In reality, the whole point of life is making all the mistakes, learning from them, giving ourselves a safe space to reflect and grow, and then repeat.Don't let the fear of failure or judgment keep you from taking risks and from living your truth. Do you want...2020-04-3035 minTrust & Thrive74: Accountability in Relationships & Working Through Childhood Messages - with Thomas Gagliano, MSW, Author of The Problem Was MeThomas Gagliano holds a Master’s degree in social work, Bachelor’s degree in business, and a C-MAT certificate in drugs and alcohol. He is also the author of The Problem Was Me, with Dr. Abraham Twerski, and Don’t Put Your Crap in Your Kid’s Diaper: The Clean Up Cost Can Last a Lifetime.As a young man, Thomas became a successful entrepreneur with a proven track record in small business ventures in the greater New York area. About 20 years ago, Thomas started to spend less time in the business world and more time helping those wh...2020-04-2353 minTrust & Thrive73: Emotional Wellness & Setting Emotional Boundaries - with Dr. Anna Kress, Licensed Clinical PsychologistDr. Anna Kress is a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over fifteen years of experience providing psychotherapy. She completed her training as a Postdoctoral Fellow in Princeton University and is in private practice in Princeton, NJ. Dr. Kress provides therapy for young adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, and trauma. She also writes a blog and presents workshops that focus on emotional health, spiritual wellness, and manifesting goals. Her work has been quoted and featured in a variety of media, including Cosmopolitan, SUCCESS, Girlboss, Teen Vogue, Yoga Journal, Shape, Parents, and Women’s Health. 2020-04-1652 minTrust & Thrive72: Reclaiming Your Body & Awakening Your Inner Power - with Julianne Vaccaro, Somatic SexologistJulianne Vaccaro is a Certified Somatic Sexologist and Women's Holistic Health & Life Mentor out of Denver, Colorado. Through gut & hormone supporting nutrition, natural supplementation, feminine embodiment, and trauma reprogramming, Julianne guides women to create their dream life in a body they love. Through Julianne's founded methodology, the Goddess Approach™, she walks with women through healing the deepest layers of their soul to come safely home in their body to reclaim a life of Purpose, Freedom & Pleasure.Julianne wants as many women as possible to feel safe in their bodies, to feel comfortable in th...2020-04-0956 minTrust & Thrive71: Prioritizing Sleep & Understanding Sleep Cycles - with Patrick DeNicola, Sleep Efficiency SpecialistPatrick DeNicola is a Sleep Efficiency Specialist. In his own words:"A great man once asked me, 'Is it divine action to give to those who have not asked to receive?' My journey to holistic wellness living started under the guidance of my father, who through practices of nutrition, meditation, karate, tai chi and knowledge of ancient history and philosophy, helped me lay a foundation of self-realization. Though hidden underneath, this foundation grounded me once revealed and pushed me towards transformation. As I started this path, first came...2020-04-021h 08Trust & Thrive70: Staying Strong Through the UncertaintyWe're all feeling afraid, confused, anxious, and lost on what's next. With that said, I hope you know you're not alone.In this episode, I share my current experience with social distancing, staying at home, and dealing with my anxious thoughts at this time. The unknown can be terrifying; as hard as it is, we should aim to embrace the situation for what it is and do our part.Please stay home and do your part. We are in this together.Sending you all love and light.STAY...2020-03-2636 minTrust & Thrive69: Autoimmune Diseases & Getting Through a Pandemic - with Dr. April Moreno, Ph.D., Professional in Public Health and Autoimmune Integrative WellnessDr. April Moreno is a researcher and professional in public health and autoimmune integrative wellness. She is the host of the Sisterhood of Limitless Living podcast and is the founder and executive director of the Autoimmune Community Institute. She lives in Southern California with her husband and giant schnauzer service dog, Wellington.In this episode, Dr. April shares her knowledge and thoughts on the novel coronavirus, precautions to take, ways to keep one's immune system up at this time, and the importance of taking care of our mental health. She also shares her e...2020-03-1955 minTrust & Thrive68: Sexual Self-Awareness & Owning Your Sexuality - with Dr. Alexandra Solomon, Author of Taking Sexy BackAlexandra H. Solomon, PhD, is the author of Taking Sexy Back: How to Own Your Sexuality and Create the Relationships You Want (February 2, 2020; New Harbinger) and Loving Bravely: 20 Lessons of Self-Discovery to Help You Get the Love You Want (2017; New Harbinger), which was featured on the TODAY show. Alexandra lives in the greater Chicago area, where she is a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Psychology at Northwestern University. She is also a licensed clinical psychologist at The Family Institute at Northwestern University, a regular contributor at Psychology Today and an international speaker and...2020-03-1256 minTrust & Thrive67: Standing Out in the Professional World & Startup Space - with Steve Kahan, Entrepreneur & Author of Be a Startup SuperstarSteve Kahan is a serial entrepreneur who has had great success moving from the corporate world, early in his career, to the startup world.Steve has successfully helped six start-up companies grow from early-stage development to going public or being sold, resulting in more than $3 billion in shareholder value. He is currently the CMO at Thycotic, which will become the seventh. Steve inspires teams and their organizations to take on the impossible and succeed. Steve is also the author of Be a Startup Superstar. The book teaches recent college graduates and young professionals...2020-03-0552 minTrust & Thrive66: Mindfulness & Reiki Energy Healing - with Shannon Werner, Ph.D., Founder of RelevateShannon L. Werner, Ph.D. is a Systems Biologist, Reiki Energy Healer, Transformational Nutrition Coach, and the Founder of Relevate, a San Diego-based Barre and Pilates studio. Shannon believes in food as medicine, the healing power of movement and community, and that the future of holistic healing lies in bridging science and spirituality. In this episode, Shannon shares her story - on how she went from being a scientist to energy healer. She also touches on imbalances we may have, different energetic blockages, ways to be mindful, bridging between Western and Eastern medicine, and more. 2020-02-271h 10Trust & Thrive65: Redefining Your Narrative - You Get What You Put OutIt's been quite a while since we've chatted one-on-one. I'm excited to share this solo episode with you all!In this episode, I touch on limiting beliefs and reflecting on one's narrative. It's common to follow a narrative that may not bring out the best in us - but because it's what we know, we may just go along and do what we can to make it our reality.I also share some personal limiting beliefs that have held me back. In addition, I share my thoughts on attracting the same energy we put out...2020-02-2035 minTrust & Thrive64: Codependency & Relationship Attachment Styles - with Sharon Peykar, Psychotherapist & Life CoachSharon Peykar is a psychotherapist and Life Coach based in Los Angeles, CA. She works with individuals experiencing challenges related to breakups, dating, & family relationships. By creating an empathic space for self-discovery and self-acceptance, Sharon helps individuals develop healthy relationships with themselves and others. She promotes safety, transparency, and tools to empower her clients in all areas of their life. She is a graduate of UC Santa Barbara and the USC School of Social Work. She currently holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) with a concentration in Mental Health. As a tr...2020-02-1354 minTrust & Thrive63: Thriving with a Disability & Breaking Barriers - with Keah Brown, Author of The Pretty OneKeah Brown is a journalist, freelance writer, and the creator of #DisabledAndCute. She is also the author of The Pretty One: On Life, Pop Culture, Disability, and Other Reasons to Fall in Love with Me.In The Pretty One, Keah muses on popular culture and media, family bonds, romantic relationships, and other universal human experiences. With wit and charm, Keah aims to shift the current culture and proper representation surrounding disability as she explores important topics in her life.The candid essays are written in a millennial voice with the passion of someone who hasn’t...2020-02-0656 minTrust & Thrive62: Grief, Loss, & Acceptance - with Rachel Reichblum, Creator of That Good GriefAfter losing both of her parents to brain cancer in the last two years, when she was just 26 and 28 years old, Rachel Reichblum started her growing Instagram account, @thatgoodgrief.On her page, Rachel shares quotes that have resonated with her, reflections on her day-to-day with grief, and professional resources she's found to be really wonderful. In Rachel's words, "I'm just trying provide content for others in this terrible club so we feel less alone, and to provide resources to the friends and extended family who want to help, but really just don't know where to s...2020-01-3040 minTrust & Thrive61: Success, Change, & Trusting the Process - with Ashley Nell Tipton, Fashion Designer & Winner of Project Runway Season 14Ashley Nell Tipton is a Fashion Designer and the Winner of Project Runway Season 14.Ashley was born in sunny, beautiful San Diego, CA in 1991. She has 3 siblings and a large extended family. Family and living the California lifestyle were crucial elements in her upbringing.Her passion for fashion started at a very young age. She learned to sew on her grandmother’s sewing machine when she was just seven years old, and only continued to grow her talents from there.Ashley went on to attend Fashion Careers College where she got her AA in...2020-01-161h 01Trust & Thrive60: Reparenting, Self-Esteem, & Understanding Addiction - with Mandy Saligari, Therapist & Author of Proactive ParentingMandy Saligari, MSc, BACP, SMMPP, NCAC, is a Therapist, author, broadcaster and the Co-Founder of Charter Harley Street.Mandy came into addiction recovery in 1990, opening her own therapy practice in 1998, along with co-founding Charter in 2008 using her pioneering model of care outlined in her book 'Proactive Parenting,' a bestseller in its category (Published by Orion Spring and available on Amazon). Mandy's enthusiasm for early intervention and prevention is infectious, leading her to extend her therapeutic work into family relationships, addressing issues relating to communication and poor self-esteem before they gather dangerous momentum....2020-01-0932 minTrust & Thrive59: Being Healthy Selfish & Not Giving a F*ck - with Sarah Knight, Author of the No Fucks Given GuidesSarah Knight’s first book, The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving a Fuck, has been published in more than thirty languages, and her TEDx talk, “The Magic of Not Giving a Fuck,” has more than six million views. All of the books in her No Fucks Given Guides series have been international bestsellers, including Get Your Shit Together, which was on the New York Times bestseller list for sixteen weeks. Her writing has also appeared in Glamour, Harper’s Bazaar, Marie Claire, Red, Refinery29, and elsewhere. After quitting her corporate job to pursue a freela...2020-01-0252 minTrust & Thrive58: Best of 2019 - Guest Episode FavoritesWhat a year it's been!To you, all the listeners, and to all the guests who took the time to share their story, I appreciate you. Thank you for being here and for a being a part of this journey.I hope you enjoy this compilation of clips from every guest episode. These were some of my favorite clips from each interview and hopefully, this episode can help you feel inspired going into the new year.Wishing you all a wonderful new year and we will be back with a new guest episode...2019-12-2649 minTrust & Thrive57: Holiday Expectations & the Pressure to Start FreshHappy Holidays!In this episode, I discuss the many expectations that come with the holidays and the new year approaching. Although the holidays are a time of joy, they can also be triggering and not the most positive time for everyone. I share some personal thoughts on this time of year that can hopefully help you feel less alone.In addition, I touch on the pressure of new year's resolutions, the importance of practicing self-compassion, and appreciating the good, the bad, and the unexpected parts of life.STAY CONNECTED:...2019-12-1930 minTrust & Thrive56: Working Through Trauma & Generational Patterns - with Jake Ernst, Registered Social Worker & PsychotherapistJake Ernst, MSW, is a Registered Social Worker, writer, and psychotherapist interested in exploring and sharing lived experiences. He works in Toronto, Canada.Jake is interested in unexplored feelings, unprocessed trauma, and unmet attachment needs in childhood as catalysts for mental unhealth and unwellness. Through his writing, Jake seeks to explore the bold and vulnerable experiences which are rarely told or brought to the forefront. You can learn more about Jake and his work by following him on all social media platforms - @mswjake.In this episode, we discuss many topics in...2019-12-121h 06Trust & Thrive55: Imposter Syndrome & Moving Past Stereotypes - with Laila Alawa, Founder & CEO of The TempestLaila Alawa is the Founder and CEO of The Tempest, the fastest-growing media company changing the global narrative of diverse millennial women. The Tempest connects millions of people daily with thousands of female thought leaders on every issue under the sun, disrupting the global media status quo. In 2017, Laila presented a TED Talk, The Secret Behind World Domination. In 2018, she was named to Forbes 30 Under 30, for elevating the voices of women of all ethnicities around the world. Named an Ariane de Rothschild Fellow, she was also nominated as Changemaker for the United States of Women...2019-12-0558 minTrust & Thrive54: Thankful for Rejection & Seeing It as RedirectionIn this solo episode, I share some of my most recent experiences with rejection and disappointment.I share how many of my "rejection" filled moments led to some of the best experiences or outcomes in my life. I've chosen to see rejection as protection from the universe - a sign to redirect and try something new.Even if it doesn't seem like it in the moment, things always ends up working out. Trust the process and trust that the universe is on your side.STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveT...2019-11-2830 minTrust & Thrive53: Dealing with Anxiety & Panic Attacks - with Alison Seponara, Psychotherapist & 'The Anxiety Healer'Alison Seponara, MS, LPC is a licensed psychotherapist in private practice located in Lafayette Hill, PA. Alison specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness for women who struggle with anxiety related to a life transition. She also works closely assisting children with special needs. Along with her private practice, Alison has created an amazing social media brand all about how to heal anxiety from the inside out using holistic practices. Alison started her holistic jewelry business, Designs for Healing in early 2019, in which she designs and handmakes healing crystal bracelets and essential oil...2019-11-2157 minTrust & Thrive52: Redefining Masculinity & Men's Mental Health - with Phillip J. Roundtree, Founder of Quadefy LLCPhillip J. Roundtree, MSW, MS is a dynamic and engaging speaker & Master’s Level Clinician, who has been practicing professionally since 2005. He is also the Founder of Quadefy LLC, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing empowerment services to enhance the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual strength of an individual, team, and/or business.He has recognized society’s lack of emphasis placed on mental health awareness, and total wellness - which has resulted in him evolving into a staunch advocate of wellness, among various communities, particularly those underrepresented.Phillip has been recognized as 2018 Blac...2019-11-141h 13Trust & Thrive51: Inner Child Healing & Reflecting on Our Childhood - with Alyssa Mancao, Licensed Clinical Social WorkerAlyssa (Lia) Mancao is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Sherman Oaks, CA. Alyssa graduated from USC's School of Social Work and has been a mental health therapist since 2011, working in the community mental health sector as both a clinician and a supervisor for other therapists and interns. She began her private practice in 2016 and now mentors other clinicians in building their own private practice. Alyssa is also focused on building a group practice focused on inner child healing and skills building. Alyssa's work with her clients focuses on inner child work...2019-11-0746 minTrust & Thrive50: One Year of Trust & Thrive - Behind the Story & Lessons LearnedHappy 1st Birthday Trust & Thrive & Happy Halloween!This week marks the 50th episode of the show, along with the one year anniversary of the show's first episode release!Here's to celebrating one year full of fresh perspectives, new experiences, many lessons learned, and the best ride of my life.I'm so thankful for all of you, for your support, for the wonderful guests who've been on the show, and for what's to come!In this solo episode, I open up about the story behind the show, what inspired me to have...2019-10-3142 minTrust & Thrive49: Sex, Porn, & Relationships - with Dr. Jill McDevitt, Sexologist & Sexual Wellness CoachDr. Jill McDevitt is a sexologist, sexuality educator, and sexual wellness coach. In addition, she is an unapologetic feel good activist on a mission to radically improve the way we think about and treat sexuality, ourselves, and each other. She believes that sex should be fun, that pleasure is good for you, and that free expression of our sexuality is a vital part of being human.Dr. Jill has three degrees in human sexuality (PhD, MEd, and BA). She explains how grateful she is that she gets to wake up and do this po...2019-10-241h 03Trust & Thrive48: The Power of Self-Education & Mastering Hard Skills - with Scott H. Young, Author of UltralearningScott H. Young is a writer who undertakes interesting self-education projects. Scott H. Young rose to autodidact stardom when he learned MIT’s 4-year computer science curriculum in less than twelve months. Next, he taught himself four new languages in a year.Such extreme self-improvement projects may seem outside the realm of most of our capabilities, but Scott believes that the principles and methods that he and other ultralearners employ are essential tools for anyone who wants a competitive edge in the fast-changing, aggressive workplace. In Ultralearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, an...2019-10-1759 minTrust & Thrive47: Being Patient with Yourself Through the Healing Process - with Julia Rose, Creator of "How Am I Feeling?"Julia Rose is the Creator of the Instagram page and blog, "How Am I Feeling?"In Julia's words: "HAIF first began in 2015 as a journal and a self reflection exercise. I had been struggling a lot with my mental health. After realizing this was something that was important to take care of, I started to ask myself, 'How am I feeling?' as a way to 'decode' or label my emotions. I was extremely lost at the time then and I didn't exactly know where to start, but this gave me some kind of starting point. However...2019-10-1045 minTrust & Thrive46: Why We Should Diversify Our Media Intake - with Yassmin Abdel-Magied, Writer, Broadcaster, & Social AdvocateYassmin Abdel-Magied is a Sudanese-Australian writer, broadcaster and award-winning social advocate. Yassmin trained as a mechanical engineer and worked on oil and gas rigs around Australia for almost half a decade before becoming a full-time writer and broadcaster in 2016. She published her debut memoir, Yassmin's Story, with Penguin Random House at age 24, and followed up with her first fiction book for younger readers, You Must Be Layla, in 2019. Yassmin has delivered keynotes and workshops in over 20 countries on unconscious bias and inclusive leadership, working with the likes of IBM, Chevron and Visa. Her TED...2019-10-0346 minTrust & Thrive45: Overcoming People-Pleasing & Being Okay with Saying NoDo you think you're a people-pleaser? In this episode, I share the many signs that you may be a people-pleaser and ways to overcome it. Through research, I found that many of us fear saying no and feel that it's our responsibility to make others like us. At the end of the day, we all want to be liked, but we must respect ourselves enough to set boundaries. Growing up, I was always a people-pleaser. I constantly felt like I had to say yes, make sure everyone was okay, and often sacrificed my own happiness...2019-09-2644 minTrust & Thrive44: Why Are We So Distracted? - with Nir Eyal, Author, Speaker, & Thought LeaderNir Eyal writes, consults, and teaches about the intersection of psychology, technology, and business. The M.I.T. Technology Review dubbed Nir, “The Prophet of Habit-Forming Technology."Nir founded two tech companies since 2003 and has taught at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford. He is the author of the bestselling book, Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products and Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life. In addition to blogging at NirandFar.com, Nir’s writing has been featured in The Harvard Business Review, TechC...2019-09-191h 07Trust & Thrive43: Turning an Idea into a Thriving Business - with Anisha Blodgett, Founder & Owner of Powerhaus PizzaAnisha Blodgett is the Founder & Owner of Powerhaus Pizza.Anisha created Powerhaus after seeking to find a better balance between going to the gym daily, eating “clean” all week, then ordering a thin-crust pizza from the likes of Domino’s.When she literally took pizza making into her own hands, the idea for Powerhaus was born. Anisha's background in commercial real estate led her to manage the construction of Powerhaus, which is now 6 months old and located in Pacific Beach, San Diego.In this episode, Anisha opens up about the process of turning an ide...2019-09-1253 minTrust & Thrive42: Overcoming Challenges & Making Shift Happen - with Anthony Trucks, Founder of Identity Shift & Former NFL AthleteAnthony Trucks is a serial entrepreneur with one serious super power - the power to know his identity and navigate life’s shifts, good and bad, with grace and optimism, which is why he created Identity Shift. His company is focused on helping people close the “Identity Gaps” that are responsible for their shortfall in potential and lack of success. He helps people find out who they truly are and develop into who they want to be. Anthony was given away at 3 years old into the foster care system and has spent the majority of his li...2019-09-0558 minTrust & Thrive41: Relationship Dynamics & Effective Communication - with Elizabeth Earnshaw, Licensed Marriage & Couples TherapistElizabeth Earnshaw is a Licensed Marriage and Certified Gottman Method Couples Therapist. Elizabeth is passionate about helping individuals and couples learn how to have better relationships with themselves and other people. She believes deep healing can happen in the context of safe relationships. She has a husband, toddler, and a dog named Nola that she adores.In this episode, we discuss many different aspects of relationships. We touch on the four main communication pitfalls. These include being critical, defensiveness, stonewalling, and contempt. We also explore the differences between codependency and autonomy, along with...2019-08-291h 01Trust & Thrive40: How to Stop Self-Sabotage - with Dr. Judy Ho, Clinical + Forensic Psychologist & AuthorDr. Judy Ho is a Licensed and Triple-Board Certified Clinical and Forensic Psychologist, and Neuropsychologist, with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology.She is also an award-winning researcher, Tenured Associate Professor of Psychology at Pepperdine University, and Co-Host of Face the Truth.Dr. Ho has wanted to be a psychologist since her high school years, after being a Big Sister to a foster kid. She claims that this experience showed her how much one person can change the trajectory of a child’s life just by being present, consistent, and dependable.Through her me...2019-08-2251 minTrust & Thrive39: Moving On & Not Dwelling on Past MistakesHave you ever had one of those days, weeks, moments where everything seemed to go wrong? You may have made a little or big mistake, and can't get over it. We've all been there. It's so easy to feel frustrated with yourself or a situation, and feel the desperate urge to want to turn back time. In this episode, I open up about a recent mistake I made and my process going through it. In the big scheme of things, this mistake was not a big deal - but in the moment, it was hard t...2019-08-1534 minTrust & Thrive38: Healing from Emotional Eating & Its Deeper Issue - with Kristin Jones, Wellness Coach & AuthorKristin Jones is a wellness coach, who specifically helps women who struggle with emotional eating. From experience, Kristin believes that it's really all about control and roots from a deeper issue, past the food itself.Kristin's why is to empower women to live their best, most complete lives. Although Kristin is a health coach, what she does goes much deeper than weight loss. When Kristin works with a client, she goes above and beyond by offering daily guidance. Through community support, affirmations, confidence boosters, gratitude practice, and extreme self-care, Kristin's coaching style manifests the weight...2019-08-081h 01Trust & Thrive37: Pursuing Knowledge & Starting Conversations - with Josh Martin, NFL Linebacker & Creator of Making AmericaJosh Martin is an American football player and NFL Linebacker. He has played for the Kansas City Chiefs, the Indianapolis Colts, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the New York Jets - and he just recently signed with the New Orleans Saints. Josh is also the creator of Making America - a web series in which he starts conversations and explores different issues with a diverse group of individuals. In his series, Josh uses food as a way to connect with different communities. To create the 9 episodes, Josh visited 9 cities in 16 days - with 1 goal: "...2019-08-011h 00Trust & Thrive36: Connecting with Your Online Audience & Business Growth Tips - with Christina Jandali, Business Growth Strategist & Success CoachChristina Jandali is a confidence boosting, cash creating Business Growth Strategist and Success Coach who helps online business owners stand out, get seen and create 6-figure+ profits using Facebook.In this episode, Christina shares the many struggles she faced with starting her business and the value in growing an online community.Christina opens up about how the birth of her daughter inspired her to strive for a more fulfilling life by not settling, and instead, paving the way of possibility for her own child.Along with her personal experiences, Christina shares many great...2019-07-251h 01Trust & Thrive35: If Today Was Your Last DayHow often do we hear, "live today like it's your last day?" If today were your last day, how would you feel about the kind of person you've been? Have you really been living your life or simply waiting?Have you been living an authentic life full of passion and kindness? Maybe you've been living a life for someone else? Now is the time to reflect on who you want to be. We will all leave this earth one day - it is inevitable. While we're here, it's our responsibility to own who...2019-07-1830 minTrust & Thrive34: Redefining Your Money Mindset & Creating Abundance - with Dan Harrison, Financial Therapist & Certified Financial PlannerDan Harrison is a Financial Therapist & Certified Financial Planner (CFP), who helps couples and families address the psychological and practical elements of money.Dan is pursuing his Registered Therapeutic Counsellor designation to become one of the few dually accredited CFP's and RTC's in Canada. He believes that financially free and emotionally connected families are the foundation for personal, familial and societal transformation.Along with helping transform lives, Dan is also the Co-Founder of SoGo, a platform for entrepreneurs looking to integrate social good into their businesses through strategy, mentorship, access to thought-leaders, and live events.2019-07-1158 minTrust & Thrive33: Developing a Healthy Relationship with Food - with Dr. Rachel Paul, Nutritionist & Founder of College NutritionistDr. Rachel Paul, PhD, RD is a nationally recognized nutritionist who helps college students and young professionals look and feel amazing by eating healthfully, cooking on their own, and making good food choices in social situations. Rachel is known for her practical advice and easy-to-follow guidance, particularly on Instagram with over 300 thousand followers. She received her PhD in Behavioral Nutrition from Columbia University. Her work has been featured in Business Insider, Buzzfeed, The Daily Mail, Cosmopolitan, and Martha Stewart Weddings. Rachel's mantra is "intuitive and practical - listen to your body, eat the...2019-06-2740 minTrust & Thrive32: How Social Media Can Affect One's Mental Health - with Bailey Parnell, Founder & CEO of SkillsCamp and TEDx SpeakerBailey Parnell is the Founder & CEO of SkillsCamp, a soft skills training company, and was named one of Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women. Bailey is also a TEDx speaker. Her informative talk - "Is Social Media Hurting Your Mental Health?" - has over 1 million views. She is an award-winning digital marketer and a businesswoman with a talent for helping people develop the skills they need for success. In addition to her popular TEDx talk, Bailey's work and expertise have been featured in Forbes, CBC, FOX, Flare Magazine, and more. She has been working on completing...2019-06-2052 minTrust & Thrive31: Life as a CEO & Finding Work-Life Balance - with Lee Mayer, Co-Founder & CEO of HavenlyLee Mayer is the Co-Founder and CEO of Havenly - the popular online interior design and e-commerce company. In 2014, Lee created Havenly to make decorating a home easier, and more budget-friendly for everyone after buying her first home and struggling to find an affordable designer. Before Havenly, Lee attended Harvard Business School. Lee oversees Havenly’s work with 200+ professional designers nationwide, and manages the company’s 600+ furnishing partnerships that filters through millions of products. Lee has also spearheaded Havenly’s business to grow 14x over the past two years, landing the company a spot on CNBC’s...2019-06-1335 minTrust & Thrive30: Embracing Change & Stepping into the UnknownThis past year has been full of so many changes in my life - more than any other year. I thought I'd record a solo episode on what I've learned about embracing change and being okay with stepping into the unknown.In this episode, I also share some research I found on the different fears that keep us from embracing change. These range from the fear of failure to the fear of not being in control, and much more.I've found that embracing change and what we CAN control (our own reactions) is the only...2019-06-0637 minTrust & Thrive29: Being an Empath & Setting Energetic Boundaries - with Robin Scott, Social Worker & Founder of The Diary of an EmpathRobin Scott is a Social Worker & Founder of The Diary of an Empath, in which she helps empaths like herself understand their abilities, set strong boundaries, and find and live their calling.Empath or not, Robin believes in embracing the idea of standing out: "the you doesn't fit in because it's not supposed to."In this episode, Robin and I discuss the importance of self-awareness, setting energetic boundaries, some astrology talk, accepting the constant change in one's "authentic self," and why putting oneself first is necessary. Empaths are often mistaken for over-givers, who...2019-05-301h 08Trust & Thrive28: Strengthen Your Mind, Body, & Soul - with Richie Norton, Founder of The Strength TempleRichie Norton is the Founder and Director of The Strength Temple - a platform in which he shares his knowledge and personal journey towards strengthening his mind, body, and soul.Along with creating The Strength Temple, Richie is an Ex-Rugby player, a personal trainer, a yogi, a passionate speaker, and a mindful coach. He focuses on a combination of body weight training and mindful breathwork.Richie believes in the importance of taking care of our bodies and being in tune with ourselves - mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually.Some of the topics discussed...2019-05-2352 minTrust & Thrive27: Being Fearless in Business & in Life - with Shirley Yang, Founder & CEO of MusesShirley Yang is the Founder and CEO of Muses, a professional network for entrepreneurs and freelancers. Muses is an app that helps entrepreneurs and freelancers connect with other likeminded creatives - to hire and get hired for gigs. Before creating Muses, Shirley started her career at Fox, led product teams at NBC and Amazon, and has worked with thousands of social media influencers and brands to propel them to fame. Shirley is a currently a startup mentor at TechStars, and an advisor for Women Tech Founders and DoSomething.org.In this epi...2019-05-1631 minTrust & Thrive26: What Do You Stand For? - with Kyle Mauch, Founder of Athletes Brand & CampfireKyle Mauch is the Founder of Athletes Brand, The 1000, and Campfire - along with being the Host of the Success at Success Podcast. Kyle is a leading expert in legacy discovery and personal branding. As a former baseball player, Kyle specializes in helping athletes and high performers discover what they stand for. This includes finding clarity that will bring his clients significant value to their personal brand - while helping them make a difference in the world that is bigger than simply their profession.With over 1,400 professional athletes and hundreds of celebrities as clients, Kyle’s...2019-05-0957 minTrust & Thrive25: Social Media vs. Reality - What I've LearnedIn honor of this being the 25th episode of the show (!!), I decided to go back to how I started this podcast and share a solo episode. In this episode, I touch on the importance of remembering that social media is a combination of highlight reels. We must remember to differentiate between what we see online/entertainment and reality, in a healthy manner. We've all dealt with comparing ourselves to what we've seen online and thinking we have to live up to a specific image to feel "good enough." Instead, let's aim to focus on...2019-05-0232 minTrust & Thrive24: Staying Authentic in Your Creative Work - with Miranda Mendelson, Beauty Blogger & YouTuber, known as 'Slashed Beauty'Miranda Mendelson is a full time Blogger and YouTuber under the name Slashed Beauty, in which she focuses on helping her audience keep up with beauty trends on a budget.Miranda's career jumped off after being named "Most Buzzworthy" Beauty Blogger by Allure Magazine in 2014 and is a three-time judge in the Glamour Magazine Beauty Awards.In this episode, Miranda shares her experiences on creating something from nothing, feeling discouraged at times, struggling with comparison, the importance of being consistent with content, and much more.Although Slashed Beauty is focused on beauty trends...2019-04-2543 minTrust & Thrive23: Overcoming Self-Doubt & Seeing the Bigger Picture - with Joanna Waterfall, Founder of Yellow Co.Joanna Waterfall is the Founder of Yellow Co., an organization that exists to empower creative women to become agents of good. With a degree in graphic design and digital media, along with a background in branding, Joanna believes that creativity, business, and social impact should go hand in hand. Joanna and her work have been featured in publications such as Forbes, The Huffington Post, Darling Magazine, LA Lady Magazine, Bossladies Magazine, and more. Joanna is motivated by the belief that women can change the world through stepping out of fear and into what...2019-04-1843 minTrust & Thrive22: Understanding Different Personality Types Using Enneagram - with Sarajane Case, Founder of 'Enneagram & Coffee' and 'The Brave Collective'Sarajane Case is the Founder of 'Enneagram & Coffee' and 'The Brave Collective' - a membership community for people who want to create the life of their dreams from right where they are. A writer, coach, and speaker based in Asheville, NC - Sarajane shares her experiences in discovering her desire to work for herself and how knowing her Enneagram personality type has helped her in her decision making. The Enneagram model includes nine different personality types. Although we can have parts of ourselves connected to every type, we all have one dominant type. ...2019-04-1144 minTrust & Thrive21: The Road to Discovering Your Passion - with Lauretta Ihonor, Founder of The Ambition PlanLauretta Ihonor is the Founder of The Ambition Plan & a Career Change Strategist. The Ambition Plan is "the UK's first career change platform for professional women with huge potential, but a lack of clarity" - offering coaching sessions, masterclasses, networking events, & an overall inspiring community. In this episode, Lauretta opens up about leaving the medical field to get a taste of different industries & discover what makes her feel most alive. From journalism, to fashion, to nutritional coaching, Lauretta has explored a variety of possible interests.Lauretta's complete honesty, bravery, & refreshing sense of self...2019-04-0432 minTrust & Thrive20: Finding Happiness Amidst Life's Struggles - with Justine Beirne, Author & Founder of JumpSmart TalentJustine Beirne is the author of Happy Girls Get Everything & the Founder of JumpSmart Talent, a recruiting company focused on helping startups find the right fit for their team. In Happy Girls Get Everything, Justine draws upon extensive studies of philosophy to create a fourteen week guide to help readers create the life they want. Before thriving as an entrepreneur, athlete, & professional author, Justine studied philosophy at Columbia University, Yale University, & New York University. In this episode, Justine opens up about her upbringing & personal struggles in her life that led her to valuing a...2019-03-2830 minTrust & Thrive19: Taking Risks as a Woman in Tech - with Lilly Seay, Co-Founder of Tappily AppLilly Seay is the Co-Founder of Tappily App - a mental health app, which just recently launched. The intention behind the app is to help users improve their mental health, reach their goals, achieve mental clarity, & solve problems on the go. In this episode, Lilly opens up about her experiences leaving her full time job, being a woman in tech, creating an app with her Co-Founder/boyfriend, & discovering what truly makes her happy. CONTACT LILLY / TAPPILY APP: DOWNLOAD THE TAPPILY APP HEREINSTA: @tappilyapp / @lillyseay_ WEBS...2019-03-2132 minTrust & Thrive18: Aligning Your Thoughts, Words, & Actions - with Samora Suber, Self-Exploration Coach & Yoga InstructorI really enjoyed my conversation with the lovely Samora Suber - a certified Self-Exploration/Life Coach and Yoga Instructor based in Los Angeles, CA. Samora is trained in Ashtanga yoga and has been teaching all-levels of yoga and meditation classes for brands such as OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network, Athleta, Vaseline, and #Blogher. With her passion for helping people embrace their highest potential through discovery, Samora created an exploration yoga technique, Motivational Yoga (Moga), which pairs life coaching practices with specific yoga sequences to stimulate positive thinking, push past physical limitations, and break emotional blockages. 2019-03-1432 minTrust & Thrive17: Embracing Creativity & Staying Consistent - with Case Kenny, Founder of PRSUIT & Host of New Mindset, Who Dis?I had the pleasure of chatting with Case Kenny - Founder of PRSUIT and Host of the New Mindset, Who Dis? podcast. PRSUIT is "a daily email dedicated to helping you become the bad*ss human you're meant to be." Emails go out every weekday at 10 AM CST. In addition to running PRSUIT, Case hosts the New Mindset, Who Dis? podcast, in which he gives no BS life advice & shares his perspective on specific topics. Episodes are released every Monday & Thursday.In this episode, Case opens up about his passion for writing & self-development...2019-03-0730 minTrust & Thrive16: Taking Responsibility & Owning Up to Your MistakesThis week, things went a little different than planned. Instead of dwelling & complaining, I decided to make an episode on it.Life doesn't simply "happen" to us. There will be unpredictable moments & mistakes we make - but at the end of the day, WE are responsible for the steps we take.In this episode, I go into more depth on why I believe it is so important to take responsibility for our actions - the good & the bad.New episode next #ThriveThursday! (with a very special guest!)STAY...2019-02-2823 minTrust & Thrive15: Entrepreneurship, Focusing on Your Strengths & Taking Action - with Miri Rossitto, Founder & CEO of Cowe ConsultingI am honored to have sat down with Founder & CEO of Cowe Consulting, Miri Rossitto, to discuss what she's learned from being a business owner & more. Cowe Consulting is a brand & business development firm, located in Woodland Hills, CA. Miri & her team of experts work with small to mid-sized businesses & nonprofits to help execute strategies & much more. From social media management to website/graphic design to planning events, the Cowe Consulting team works hard to help passionate businesses thrive.In this episode, Miri shares a lot of important lessons she's required t...2019-02-2142 minTrust & Thrive14: The Truth About Self-LoveHappy Valentine's day, loves! In this episode, I touch on the expectations of this capitalist holiday - how celebrating love is fun, as long as you realize it is more than okay to be single.I explain the difference between being "alone" vs. being "lonely."I also go more in depth on what I believe the true meaning of self-love is. Treating yourself on dates and facials make up a good time, but if you're constantly being self-degrading - is that really self-love?Remember to not be so hard on yourself. S...2019-02-1428 minTrust & Thrive13: Being Authentic & Staying True to Yourself - with One Step Closer, Acoustic Pop DuoI am so excited to share this episode featuring the first guests to ever be on the show - my dear friends & talented, genuine souls - One Step Closer.Los Angeles natives, Estefania Padilla & Miky Tayoba, are two great friends who met in college & who share a passion for performing & songwriting. Their love for music & spreading their light led to them forming an acoustic pop duo - now known as One Step Closer. In this episode, they go into depth on the meaning behind their music & the name “One Step Closer,” how th...2019-02-071h 15Trust & Thrive12: Just Show UpSometimes, the hardest, yet most rewarding part of any experience is just showing up, despite any fears we may have. In this episode, I discuss the importance of "showing up" (physically, mentally, & emotionally) in all aspects of life - career, relationships, self love, & more.You never know what new opportunities, people, &/or experiences are on the other side of the door. So, how are you going to "show up" in your life?STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE...2019-01-3122 minTrust & Thrive11: Stop Taking Things PersonallyI turned 24 this week & have been reflecting on what I've learned in my 23rd year of life - one lesson has been to stop taking things personally.Why waste energy on the opinions of someone who most likely doesn't even know you?Be open to feedback & growth, but don't let the comments or actions of others affect you more than they should.Trust me - most of the time, it's not even personal.STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly...2019-01-2424 minTrust & Thrive10: Love & ExpectationsToday marks three years with my boyfriend - my first relationship ever - so I decided to share what I've learned within these past few years.We often compare our relationships to fairytales, rom coms, highlight reels of other couples - creating a fantasy of unrealistic expectations.In this episode, things get raw & I share how I may have fallen into the trap of these unrealistic expectations, instead of appreciating what IS. In addition, I discuss the importance of knowing your worth & how feeling complete as an individual is helpful in creating a...2019-01-1726 minTrust & Thrive09: Let Go of EgoIn this episode, I share my thoughts on why I believe an inflated ego can be very harmful to relationships, opportunities, and our sense of self.I explain the major difference between ego and self-esteem.In 2019, I plan to be even more self-aware and not get caught in an ego web.Make sure to subscribe for a new episode every #ThriveThursday! STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail...2019-01-1023 minTrust & Thrive08: How EmbarrassingIn this episode, I share some past embarrassing moments that I now realize, looking back, weren't as bad as I maybe made them seem. Everyone messes up and makes mistakes - don’t be so hard on yourself.STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com2018-12-2020 minTrust & Thrive07: Living Without RegretsWe all make mistakes, but how do you choose to view yours? We can either dwell on what we've done/should've done and let that hold us back, or we can use our experiences as an opportunity to grow.In this episode, I share my thoughts on why I choose to live without regrets and why being in tune with what YOU want can drastically change your mindset on regrets.New episode every #ThriveThursday!STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit...2018-12-1423 minTrust & Thrive06: Knowing Your WorthIn this episode, I share a personal story from my college years - a time in which I experienced a roller coaster of emotions and developed a stronger sense of self.I explain why I believe we must, more than anything, practice self-compassion and love ourselves - as opposed to depending on external validation to make us feel worthy. Over time, I've learned to appreciate my strengths and make use of them, instead of dwelling on what I "lack." From doing so, I've been much happier.If there's one thing you take away f...2018-12-0723 minTrust & Thrive05: You Are Not Your PastHere's your reminder that you are not your past. You are not that decision you made years ago or that experience that hurt you. You are so much more than that.You have the power to create the life you want NOW, despite what you've been through and who you were before. Realize that you are in control of your narrative moving forward.A few other topics covered in this week's episode include the importance of self-reflection, forgiveness, making friends with change, and letting go of limiting beliefs that may be holding you back.2018-11-2920 minTrust & Thrive04: Practice Gratitude & Attract AbundanceHow often do you practice gratitude? Many of us easily get caught up in wanting more and we forget to appreciate the simple things in life. I truly believe that practicing gratitude attracts more abundance. It is hard to attract opportunities and positive energy into our lives if we aren't grateful for what we have and where are right now. I share a few personal experiences that, in the moment, were difficult for me, but I realized how much worse they could have been. For that alone, I feel grateful. We're all human...2018-11-2221 minTrust & Thrive03: There Will Never Be a Perfect Time"I'll start when I have more free time, when I have more money, when I have more experience, when I'm older, when it's the perfect time..." It's so easy to make excuses and hold off on starting something. We often let our fears or the overwhelming feeling of taking action get in the way. In this episode, I explain why it is so important to at least take the first step towards what you want. That will make all the difference. Stop waiting for the "perfect time" and start living now.STAY CONNECTED:2018-11-1521 minTrust & Thrive02: No One Has It Figured OutHave you ever felt like everyone has it “figured out” but you? I get you and I’ve been there too, until I *very recently* realized that having it “figured out” is just an illusion. No one has it all figured out. In this episode, I touch on just that and on the concept of living your life for YOU - not with the intention of proving anything to others. STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: tru...2018-11-0820 minTrust & Thrive01: Destination Syndrome & Being PresentWelcome to TRUST & THRIVE with Tara Mont, where I hope to inspire others to live their most authentic life. I truly believe that we must trust ourselves and be true to who we are before we can fully THRIVE. I hope to explore the power of mindsets, personal reflection, and other topics that influence us in our every day lives.In this first episode, I discuss "destination syndrome" and the problem of longing for happiness in the future as opposed to living in the NOW. I also share my thoughts on why it is so i...2018-11-0120 min