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Your Aha! LifeEp. 51 The Confidence to Take Up Space in Life and LeadershipSummaryIn this episode of Your Aha Life, Tonya Harris Cornileus, Ph.D., explores the mindset and psychology behind why individuals often play small and how they can reclaim their confidence and take up space in their lives and leadership roles. The discussion emphasizes the importance of self-belief, integrity, and resilience, and provides practical steps to overcome psychological barriers that prevent individuals from fully expressing themselves. Through personal anecdotes and reflective exercises, listeners are encouraged to recognize their worth and embrace their authentic selves.Keywordsconfidence, self-belief, personal growth, leadership...2025-03-0432 minYour Aha! LifeEp.50 The Hidden Power of Life's In-Between MomentsSummaryIn this episode, Tonya Harris Cornileus, Ph.D., explores the often overlooked 'in-between' moments in life, emphasizing their significance in personal growth and transformation. She discusses her own experiences of navigating transitions in her career and life and introduces the concept of the 'neutral zone' from William Bridges' transition model. The conversation highlights the importance of patience, self-reflection, and embracing uncertainty as essential components of the journey toward clarity and fulfillment.Keywordslife transitions, personal growth, in-between moments, self-discovery, patience, transformation, career changes, emotional resilience, William Bridges model, self-renewal2025-02-1518 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: Do Something: How to Turn Empathy into Compassionate ActivismSummaryIn this conversation, Dr. Tonya Harris Cornileus discusses the vital distinction between empathy and compassion, emphasizing that while empathy allows us to feel the pain of others, it is compassion that drives us to take action. She encourages listeners to engage in compassionate activism through small, consistent actions in their daily lives, highlighting that every effort, no matter how small, contributes to a larger ripple effect of change. The conversation serves as a call to action for individuals to reflect on their values and find ways to support their communities.Keywords2025-02-1012 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: How to Find a Mentor: What to Look For and How to AskSummary
In this conversation, Tonya Harris Cornileus, Ph.D., discusses the significance of mentorship, especially during National Mentoring Month. She shares her personal experiences with mentors and emphasizes the transformative power of these relationships. The discussion covers how to find a mentor, what qualities to look for, how to approach potential mentors and the importance of being a proactive mentee. Tonya encourages listeners to reflect on their needs and take actionable steps toward establishing meaningful mentoring relationships to support their personal and professional growth.
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mentorship, finding a mentor, mentoring relationship, personal growth...2025-01-2016 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: Choose Your Word of the Year to Change Your Life in 2025Summary
In this conversation, Dr. Tonya Harris Cornileus discusses the transformative practice of choosing a Word of the Year, emphasizing its power to inspire and guide individuals throughout the year. She shares her word for 2025, equanimity, and offers practical tips on incorporating this word into daily life to foster intentional living and personal growth. The discussion highlights the importance of reflection, visual reminders, and community support in making the chosen word meaningful in one's life.
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Word of the Year, Equanimity, Intentional Living, Personal Growth, Mindfulness, Reflection, Daily Practices, Inner Peace, Self-Discovery, Life...2025-01-0610 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: How to Become Your Future Self in Five Simple StepsSummary
In this episode of Your Aha Life, Dr. Tonya Harris Cornileus discusses the journey of personal growth and how to become your future self through five intentional steps. She emphasizes the importance of small, meaningful actions and consistency in shaping one's future. The conversation covers visualization, reflection on the present, identifying areas for growth, creating a roadmap, and the power of consistency in achieving personal transformation. Dr. Cornileus encourages listeners to take actionable steps toward their future selves and to join a supportive community for ongoing growth.
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personal...2025-01-0513 minYour Aha! Life49. Unscript Your Life: Break Free from Overthinking and OverplanningSummary
In this episode, Tonya Harris Cornileus, Ph.D., discusses the detrimental effects of overthinking and overplanning in our lives. She emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between planning and spontaneity, sharing personal anecdotes and practical examples. The episode provides strategies to recognize and break free from these patterns, encouraging listeners to embrace an unscripted life filled with unexpected joys and experiences.
Keywords
overthinking, overplanning, mindfulness, spontaneity, life balance, personal growth, stress management, self-discovery, joy, freedom
Takeaways
Overthinking and overplanning can lead to stress and anxiety.
Finding balance is...2024-12-2621 min
R.O.G. Return on Generosity189. Dr. Tonya Cornelius - Embracing Awe and Wonder for More Joy and FulfillmentDr. Tonya Cornelius, Senior Vice President, Human Resources, The Walt Disney Company where she serves as an integral member of the enterprise Human Resources senior leadership team. Dr. Cornileus is responsible for learning and leadership development, talent and succession management, performance management, and career development. Dr. Cornileus joined The Walt Disney Company in 2009, serving for nearly 13 years at ESPN prior to moving into her current role. At ESPN, she led learning, talent management, organization development, diversity, equity and inclusion, and wellness.
Prior to joining The Walt Disney Company, Dr. Cornileus served as director, executive development & organizational effectiveness f...2024-12-1245 minYour Aha! Life48. Forgiveness: Letting Go to Move ForwardSummary
In this episode, Dr. Tonya Harris Cornileus explores the profound and often challenging topic of forgiveness. She shares her personal journey and insights on how forgiveness can free us from past hurts and allow us to embrace our future selves. The conversation delves into the complexities of self-forgiveness, the impact of unresolved grievances on our lives, and practical steps to cultivate forgiveness. Dr. Cornileus emphasizes that forgiveness is not about condoning past actions but about releasing the emotional burdens that hold us back from living fully and authentically.
...2024-12-0337 minYour Aha! Life47. Embracing the Single Life: Thriving While Staying Open to LoveSummary
In this episode, Tonya Harris Cornileus, Ph.D., explores the journey of embracing singlehood and thriving while remaining open to love. She shares her personal experiences after a long marriage, discussing the emotional landscape of being single, the importance of self-love, and practical actions to enhance one's single life. The conversation emphasizes that being single is not a waiting period but an opportunity for growth and self-discovery, encouraging listeners to embrace their individuality and prepare for future relationships.
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single life, self-love, personal growth, relationships, emotional well-being, thriving, hope, self-discovery, empowerment, love...2024-11-3015 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: From Grief to Action: Healing and Moving ForwardSummary
In this conversation, Tonya Harris Cornileus, Ph.D., explores the themes of grief, healing, and taking action in the face of disappointment and division. Drawing from personal experiences and insights, she emphasizes the importance of resilience, compassion, and community support. The discussion provides practical steps for navigating emotional challenges and encourages listeners to reflect on their own responses to grief and to take meaningful actions toward healing and positive change.
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grief, healing, compassion, resilience, emotional management, personal growth, community, positive change, self-reflection, U.S. elections, connection, positive change
Takeaways2024-11-2215 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: Trust Yourself: You're On the Right PathSummary
In this episode of Your Aha! Life, Tonya Harris Cornileus shares her reflections from a transformative trip to Sedona and the Grand Canyon. She emphasizes the importance of trusting oneself during times of uncertainty and change, illustrating her journey of self-discovery and clarity through nature. The conversation encourages listeners to embrace their paths, recognizing that every experience contributes to personal growth and understanding.
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trust, journey, clarity, Sedona, Grand Canyon, self-discovery, nature, personal growth, life changes, introspection, life transitions
Takeaways
Trust yourself wherever you are on...2024-11-2110 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: Help Wanted: How to Give and Receive Support on Life's JourneySummary
In this conversation, Tonya Harris Cornileus, Ph.D., explores the theme of help and support in our lives. She reflects on the importance of both giving and receiving help, emphasizing that our journeys are enriched by the assistance of others. The discussion highlights the interconnectedness of individuals and the joy found in mutual support, as well as practical tips for fostering a supportive community.
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help, support, community, reciprocity, personal growth, gratitude, life journey, mentorship, interdependence, kindness
Takeaways
Help is a recurring theme in our lives.
...2024-10-0612 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: Move On: How to Overcome What Holds You BackKeywords
life transitions, overcoming fear, attachment, personal growth, moving on, self-compassion, change management, emotional resilience, identity, personal development
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In this audio blog, Tonya Harris Cornileus, Ph.D., explores the challenges of moving on from life's transitions, focusing on the forces of attachment and fear that often hold us back. She discusses how these forces manifest in our identities, expectations, and emotional states, and offers strategies for overcoming them. By acknowledging our attachments, facing our fears, and staying open to new possibilities, we can take meaningful steps toward personal growth and fulfillment.
2024-09-2914 minYour Aha! Life46. Beyond the Grind: Why Hobbies are Key to a Joyful, Balanced LifeSummary
In this episode, Tonya discusses the significance of hobbies in our lives, exploring why many people lack them and the profound impact this can have on mental health and personal fulfillment. She shares her personal journey of discovering hobbies, the barriers that prevent people from engaging in them, and the numerous benefits that come from making time for enjoyable activities. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to explore their own hobbies and embrace the joy they can bring.
Takeaways
85% of people believe hobbies...2024-09-1720 minYour Aha! Life45. Five Essential Steps for Navigating Life's CrossroadsSummary
In this episode, Tonya Harris Cornileus, Ph.D. shares five essential steps for navigating life's crossroads. The first step is to pause and reflect, allowing the dust of confusion to settle and gaining clarity and perspective. The second step is to see clarity on your values, understanding what matters most to you and using them as a compass for decision-making. The third step is to gather information and seek advice, considering all options and seeking input from trusted sources. The fourth step is to visualize possible outcomes, emotionally connecting with each potential future. The fifth step...2024-09-0212 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: Pause to Find Clarity and DirectionSummary
In a fast-paced world, pausing at life's crossroads can reveal clarity and direction. The space between stimulus and response is where our power to choose lies. Pausing leads to unexpected yet insightful decisions. It allows the dust of confusion to settle and connects us with our deeper intuition. Cultivating pausing can be done through practices like mindfulness, setting intentions, listening to calming music, journaling, spending time in nature, and visualization. Embracing the pause can lead to significant decisions and a path of joy and fulfillment.
Takeaways
Pausing at life's crossroads...2024-09-0210 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: Against All Odds: Turning Improbable Dreams into Incomparable AchievementsThank you so much for listening to my latest blog article. Please leave your feedback and share it with a friend today.
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This week's blog article explores how we can turn our improbable dreams into incomparable achievements by harnessing our passion, gifts, and talents. Inspired by the determination of Olympic athletes and historical figures, the article encourages readers to believe in their dreams and themselves. It highlights the importance of passion, gifts and talents, focus, and an indomitable will in achieving success. The article also emphasizes the need to overcome obstacles...2024-08-1311 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: Unlock the Hidden Power in Everyday LearningHi there,
I've been recording these audio blogs for a few months now. How's it going? I welcome your feedback. Also, if you're enjoying the Your Aha! Life podcast (the blog and podcast episodes), please leave a great review and share the podcast with your friends. Please help us grow. Thanks so much!
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Unlock the hidden power in everyday learning. From casual conversations to DIY projects and travel, our daily experiences are filled with opportunities to learn and grow. In this article, I encourage you to broaden your perspectives...2024-07-2314 minR.O.G. Return on Generosity189. Dr. Tonya Cornelius - Embracing Awe and Wonder for More Joy and FulfillmentDr. Tonya Cornelius, Senior Vice President, Human Resources, The Walt Disney Company where she serves as an integral member of the enterprise Human Resources senior leadership team. Dr. Cornileus is responsible for learning and leadership development, talent and succession management, performance management, and career development. Dr. Cornileus joined The Walt Disney Company in 2009, serving for nearly 13 years at ESPN prior to moving into her current role. At ESPN, she led learning, talent management, organization development, diversity, equity and inclusion, and wellness.
Prior to joining The Walt Disney Company, Dr. Cornileus served as director, executive development & organizational effectiveness f...2024-07-1627 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: Mastering Meaningful Conversations: Strengthen Relationships & Boost JoySummary
Meaningful conversations have the power to strengthen relationships and bring joy and fulfillment. They go beyond superficial exchanges and touch the core of our human experience. Deep listening is the cornerstone of meaningful conversations, and techniques such as connecting with oneself, making time, minimizing distractions, and noticing the urge to move away can help develop this skill. Meaningful conversations can happen in any context, whether with loved ones, colleagues, or oneself. Tips for engaging in meaningful conversations include being brave and vulnerable, creating a safe space, being patient, and expressing gratitude. These conversations...2024-07-1212 minYour Aha! Life44. Stop Overestimating Others and Underestimating YourselfSummary
In this episode, Tonya explores the tendency to compare ourselves to others, why we do it, and its potentially negative impact on our self-confidence and self-worth. She discusses the social comparison theory, the imposter syndrome, and the prevalent images in media as reasons why we compare ourselves to others. Tonya also explains the difference between comparing ourselves to others, overestimating others, and underestimating ourselves. She provides examples of when comparison can be positive and offers tips on how to stop overestimating others and underestimating ourselves.
Takeaways
Comparing...2024-07-0522 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: Feeling Stuck? Ask These Empowering Questions to Move ForwardThank you for listening to my latest audio blog. If you enjoyed it, take a moment to leave a great review, subscribe to the podcast, and share it with your friends. Thank you so much for helping to spread Your Aha! Life to more people.
I loved writing and recording this blog article. Learning to ask empowering questions has helped me grow a positive mindset and accomplish more of my goals. Asking empowering questions leads to breakthroughs. Are you feeling stuck in any area of your life? Then I'm super happy you are listening today.
2024-06-1715 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: Self-Discipine: The Key to Realizing Your DreamsThanks for listening to the latest blog. If you enjoy listening in this audio format, please leave a review and send a message to let me know. Your feedback means so much to me. Thank you!
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Self-discipline is the key to realizing your dreams and living life on your own terms. It is an essential skill for personal fulfillment and success. Self-discipline involves prioritizing long-term goals over immediate gratifications and making conscious decisions that align with core values and life aspirations. Practical steps to enhance self-discipline include defining...2024-06-0310 minYour Aha! Life43. Personal Development: Vitamin vs. Pain Reliever for Lasting Joy and FulfillmentSummary
In this episode, Tonya explores the concept of personal development as a vitamin or a pain reliever. She discusses how personal development is often sought during times of pain or crisis as a quick-fix solution. However, she proposes a different approach - treating personal development as a daily vitamin, something to invest in consistently even when things are going well. This daily vitamin approach leads to long-term growth, resilience, self-awareness, and overall happiness and fulfillment. Tonya provides practical tips for making personal development a habit and overcoming common obstacles.
Takeaways
Personal development is often sought as a quick fix...2024-06-0324 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: Essential Steps to Navigate and Grow Through Life TransitionsThank you for listening to my latest blog. I really wanted to share this topic with you to help you make the most of the changes in your life. If you're like me, a lot of change is happening - personally and professionally.
As difficult as change can be, learning to navigate life
transitions effectively enables us to move through uncertainty and come out stronger, wiser, and more resilient on the other side. In this article, you will
learn actionable strategies to help you transition effectively during change.
Let me know what you think of the blog. If you love...2024-05-3010 minYour Aha! Life42. Defining Your "Best Life"Summary
In this conversation, Tonya explores the topic of defining your best life. She shares reflections from previous podcast guests and survey participants on what living their best life means to them. Tonya also discusses the perspectives of ancient philosophers and psychologists on the good life. She concludes by providing questions for listeners to reflect on in the areas of self, others/relationships, contribution, and work/career.
Takeaway: Defining your best life is a personal exploration that evolves as you grow and learn more about yourself and the world...2024-05-2318 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: How to Stop Self-Sabotage and Live a Happier LifeWelcome to my audio blog on How to Stop Self-Sabotage and Live a Happier Life.
Unknowingly, we can self-sabotage our own happiness. In this blog article, I share four ways you might be undermining your happiness and strategies you can implement to avoid doing that.
None of us intends to make ourselves unhappy, but we can get in our own way. I hope you'll apply the four strategies so that you live a healthier and happier life.
If you enjoy the blog, give it a good rating, leave a message or give it...2024-05-1308 minYour Aha! Life41. Back to the Basics of Aha! LivingSummary
In this episode, Tonya Harris Cornileus reintroduces herself and discusses the eight essential components of creating and living your best life. These components include self-belief, integrity, service to others, healthy relationships, positive mindset, healthy achieving, resilience, and flow. Tonya provides tips and strategies for cultivating each component and encourages listeners to reflect on their strengths and growth areas.
Keywords
Aha! Living, self-belief, integrity, service to others, healthy relationships, positive mindset, healthy achieving, resilience, flow
Takeaways
Self-belief is the foundation for creating and living your best life. Think positively of yourself and your abilities.
Living...2024-05-1319 minYour Aha! LifeSeason 4: Re-introducing Your Aha! Life TrailerWelcome to Your Aha! Life, the podcast. I'm back after a three-year hiatus, and I'm so excited to join you again. This is the home for the seekers, the dreamers, and the doers who want more for their lives—more joy, more purpose, and more fulfillment. Each episode will feature stories from people who have experienced real-life "aha" moments on their journey to living their best life.
Hosted by Dr. Tonya Harris Cornileus, a teacher-at-heart and mentor to many, certified leadership and life coach, and award-winning HR executive who has spent over 30 years leading and serving within la...2024-05-1201 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: Self-Renewal: Unlocking Personal Transformation, Growth, and ResilienceWelcome to this latest blog article on Self-Renewal, Personal Transformation, Growth, and Resilience.
Blog description:
Are you feeling stuck or unfulfilled? Do you want to live your healthiest, happiest life? If yes, then self-renewal might be the answer for you! In this article, we’ll explore the concept of self-renewal, why it’s important, and the different facets involved in it. Plus, we’ll discover the fascinating correlation between bodily cell regeneration and self-renewal. Download the Self-Renewal resource I created to support you on your journey to renewal, transformation, growth, and resilience. The questions I ask in...2024-04-0114 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: Identifying Emotional Triggers and Building Resilience with Self-RegulationWelcome back to another audio blog by Your Aha! Life. This time I'm delving into the topic of Identifying Emotional Triggers and Building Resilience with Self-Regulation.
For short, it's about learning to manage our emotions so that we can boost our resilience and act in ways that are aligned with our values and how we want to show up in the world. I hope you enjoy it.
Description: Emotional triggers are everywhere - during a disagreement with a loved one, the moment you’re cut off in traffic, or even while scrolling through social media. Th...2024-03-1715 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: Top Five Qualities of Empowered Women Excelling in Personal DevelopmentIn today's audioblog, I pay tribute to the women of the global Aha! Community and beyond who are champions of their personal development. I highlight five research-based qualities of women who consistently commit to their growth and empowerment. When women invest in their personal and professional development, it's not just a win for them; it's a step towards a better world for everyone.
Listen in and take time to reflect on the five qualities of empowered women who excel in their personal development. What can you do to cultivate these qualities in yourself and other women?
2024-03-0408 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: How the Company You Keep Shapes Your LifeToday, I'm presenting an audioblog about how our social circles profoundly impact us, often more than we realize. We tend to adopt the behaviors, mannerisms, language, and emotions of the people we spend the most time with. It's essential to become more aware of how our associations affect us positively or negatively, so we can strengthen our connections with those who inspire and support us and either improve or let go of those relationships that don't.
When you finish reading the blog, check out the Your Aha! Life Journey Accelerator I created as a complement: The Company...2024-02-1911 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: Live Boldly: Strategies for a Fuller LifeWelcome back to Your Aha! Life. In addition to my podcasts, you can now find my audioblogs here to make it easier for you to listen to your favorite blogs on the go. Today's blog article is Live Boldly: Strategies for a Fuller Life.
We all want to live our best lives. None of us wants to reach the end and realize we held back, walking through the world timidly. This blog will help you to discover:
Signs that indicate when you're playing it safe
What bold living looks like, and
Simple actions that pave the way to a bolder...2024-02-0611 minYour Aha! LifeBlog: From Busy to Balanced: 10 Hacks for Boosting Productivity & Well-BeingWelcome to the Your Aha! Life audioblog. I decided to leverage my podcast and add the audio of my blogs to this known platform.
If you've been with Your Aha! Life for a while and are accustomed to reading my blog articles, I hope you'll appreciate this new service I'm offering. I read my blog to you, and you listen on the go. Whether on your commute, while exercising, or while sitting down to relax, I hope you enjoy it.
Today's blog is From Busy to Balanced: 10 Hacks for Boosting Productivity & Well-Being. In this article...2024-01-3007 min
The Book Leads: Impactful Books For Life & LeadershipEpisode 17: Tonya Harris Cornileus & Courage Is Calling: Fortune Favors The BraveFor this episode, Tonya breaks down the value she’s found in Ryan Holiday’s books – one of which is Courage Is Calling – as well as the path her life and career have taken and the courage she’s still building in her own life (modeled by her own mother).
Tonya is a great example of the ripple effect we can cast through our networks by creating a community where we can all learn from each other. She works to take courageous steps in the world around her, especially to speak, work, and live with her authentic voice....2022-02-231h 10Your Aha! Life40. Letting Go and Making Room for New BeginningsIn today's episode, I'm sharing some news. I'd love it if you listen to the episode in its entirety. I want to thank all of you who have been consistent and supportive listeners to Your Aha! Life - The Podcast. After more than 19 months and 40 episodes, I have decided to pause the podcast indefinitely. You will find out the backstory in this episode. I am so thankful to you and to all of the guests I've had the honor of speaking with and learning from since I started in October 2019. I believe wholeheartedly in my decision to pause, and...2021-05-0230 minYour Aha! Life39. Discover, Connect & Love: The Path to True Self-CareDiscover, Connect, & Love: The Path to True Self-Care. Listen In. I'm excited to welcome guest, Kerri Stenson to Your Aha! Life - The Podcast. Kerri and I met when we were going through the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching certification program two years ago. Kerri is a registered social worker and a certified professional life coach, COR.E Wellbeing Specialist, and Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner. In 2019, Kerri started Purposefully Balanced Coaching - a coaching practice dedicated to supporting other heart-centered helpers in making wellbeing a priority and overcoming the external and internal barriers that may be getting...2021-04-1946 minYour Aha! Life38. Don't Settle for a Half-Life: How to Live The Life You DeserveDon't Settle for a Half-Life: How to Live the Life You Deserve. If we're honest, all of us have settled in some area of our lives at some point in our lives. This episode is about that. If you find yourself settling for less than you deserve today or know that you have in the past, then you'll want to listen. In the episode, I share how settling shows up in our lives, the reasons people settle, and actions to take if you or someone you love is settling in life. Weeks ago the word, "settle" dropped in my...2021-04-0529 minYour Aha! Life37. Create a Fulfilled, Balanced & Whole Life (Focusing on Your Physical, Mental, Emotional & Spiritual Fitness)Listen in as I welcome Maggie Dong to Your Aha! Life - The Podcast. In our conversation, Maggie shares how she helps people master their reality and Create a Fulfilled, Balanced, & Whole Life (focusing on their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual fitness).
Maggie Dong is a Podcaster, Healer, Fitness and Life Coach, and Channeler. Her story: childhood abuse, immigration, losing her mother at 16, her dad's life sentence, depression and anxiety, eating disorders, dropping out of college, starting and growing her business...Maggie had every reason to give up on life. Instead, her experiences have made her stronger a...2021-03-2646 minYour Aha! Life36. Empowered: Embracing Your Imperfections to Live a Richer, Fuller, More Empowered Life (with Chauncy Renay)Listen in as I chat with Chauncy Renay of Living Louder Podcast about what it means to embrace your imperfections and live and richer, fuller, and more empowered life. Chauncy is an associate marriage and family therapist, speaker, and podcast host. She received her bachelor's degree from the University of California at Berkeley in Social/Cultural Anthropology and her master's degree from California State University at Los Angeles. Her podcast, Living Louder, is a weekly reminder that feeling fearful is never an excuse to give up.
In today's episode, Chauncy shares her own story about how she t...2021-02-2846 minYour Aha! Life35. How to Love Yourself Using the Maxx METHOD (with Christy Maxey)Enjoying Your Aha! Life - The Podcast? Let me know. Take a few minutes before you go to like, rate, leave a review, and share with your network. I'm really working to reach more listeners and to bring more interesting topics to you. I need your help. Leave a voice recording (a unique Anchor feature) or email me at tonya@yourahalife.com and let me know what you like about the podcast and what topics you'd like me to cover. Your feedback is so important. Want more of Your Aha! Life? Check out my blog and head over to...2021-02-2145 minYour Aha! Life34. How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others: Know Your Self-WorthAs social beings, we all compare ourselves to others. However, how can we stop comparing ourselves to others in a way that is destructive. It all comes down to knowing your intrinsic self-worth and building positive self-esteem. In today's episode, I come to this topic as a seeker or explorer myself. I decided to tackle this topic because I've had several requests from readers of my blog and others. It's a common issue that can hold people back from being their best selves and living the life of their dreams. So, I'm diving in.
In How to S...2021-02-0747 minYour Aha! Life33. Leveling Up Your Personal and Professional Life with Binie KleinWelcome back to Your Aha! Life - The Podcast. Today, my guest is life and leadership coach, Binie Klein, and she is sharing on Leveling Up Your Personal and Professional Life. Binie is passionate about helping professionals grow their careers and reach their goals while maintaining a work-life balance. Stop saying it's not possible. That's step #1. Let's awaken to the possibilities that we can have the life we dream about. Binie gives practical strategies on how you don't have to choose between financial and career success, quality time with family, strong relationships with friends, and time for yourself. In...2021-01-2446 minYour Aha! Life32. The Slow Movement: Overcoming the Cult of Speed with Carl HonoréWelcome back to Your Aha! Life. This is Season 3. Listen in as I host a conversation with award-winning Canadian journalist, bestselling author, and voice of The Slow Movement Carl Honoré. From his first book in 2004, In Praise of Slowness, Carl has been helping individuals rethink time and speed so that they live more consciously, intentionally, and slowly. He talks openly about his own journey to slow living and how he now helps frazzled, over-scheduled people, to slow down.
To learn more about Carl Honoré, The Slow Movement, his books, TED Talks, and lots of other resources, click her...2021-01-1041 minYour Aha! LifeEnd of 2020 Message from TonyaHi There, this is a personal message from me to you. I want to thank you for being a subscriber and loyal listener to Your Aha! Life - The Podcast. I've learned so much this year from you and from the. many guests I had on the show. Now, I'm gearing up for a new and different Your Aha! Life - The Podcast in 2021. In this short podcast, I share the news with you. I hope you'll be just as excited as I am. Over these next two weeks, I'll be relaxing and enjoying family and keeping you in...2020-12-2218 minYour Aha! LifeUnleashing Your Greatness with Tabitha D. JamesUnleashing Your Greatness with Tabitha D. James
Tabitha D. James is an award-winning millennial business strategist, five-time author, and motivational speaker who has helped numerous businesses, entrepreneurs, and non-profits unleash their greatness. In this episode, Unleashing Your Greatness, Tabitha shares her personal journey toward success and her passion for helping others to do the same. She is an achievement-oriented entrepreneur with a commitment to living a purpose-driven life. Her biography was just what I had in mind when I started Your Aha! Life. Listen in as Tabitha shares her insights and inspiration on topics like living past...2020-11-291h 01Your Aha! Life4 Pathways to Success for Women Leaders with Dr. Cheryl JordanIn this episode, 4 Pathways to Success for Women Leaders, I am talking with my former co-worker and dear friend, Dr. Cheryl Jordan. Dr. Jordan (Cheryl) is the founder and CEO of U.magine Performance Consulting. After having had a successful career in corporate America, Cheryl started her own company where she works with leaders across many industries. She is a change agent, leadership/team development consultant, and executive coach. Cheryl derives a great deal of satisfaction helping leaders and teams evolve to achieve higher states of actualization. She is a creative, innovative, and progressive thought leader in the HR...2020-11-151h 10Your Aha! LifeBegin Again: How to Live Your Aha! Life NowAre you ready to live Your Aha! Life? In this episode, you'll be inspired to choose growth over safety and to overcome fear again and again. There are four questions for you to answer to establish the cornerstones of Your Aha! Life. I walk you through each of those four questions. Once answered, you'll have clarity and be ready to craft Your Aha! Life statement. This statement serves as a type of mission statement or manifesto that you can use to set meaningful goals and activate Your Aha! Life. In this episode, I also share steps you can take...2020-11-0852 minYour Aha! LifeMove Past Fear and Pursue Your Dreams with Tiffany GoodeMove Past Fear and Pursue Your Dreams with Tiffany Goode - from Corporate Professional to Trumpetiste
This episode is the epitome of what Your Aha! Life is all about. So much of Tiffany Goode's story amplifies the core beliefs of Your Aha! Life. What she shares drives home the belief that we don't have to choose between career success and personal fulfillment. We can have both. She provides insights and inspiration on how she moved on after being laid off. Instead of going right back into looking for a job pursuing work she had done previously, Tiffany...2020-10-2553 minYour Aha! LifeHow to Grow Through Life's Changes and TransitionsThe only thing constant in life is change. And change can be hard. So many people remain stuck in the past and never realize their potential. In this episode, I share practical tips on how you can grow through some of life's most difficult moments.
Using the Williams Bridges model of Change and Transitions (ending - neutral zone - new beginning), I overlay three important ways in which you can practice self-care during times of change and offer tangible actions at each phase of the transition journey. My desire for you is that as you navigate change a...2020-10-0459 minYour Aha! LifeHow Urgency and Overwhelm Show Up in the Mind and Body (with Dr. Sara Smith)Listen in as Dr. Sara Smith and I discuss how urgency and overwhelm show up in our mind and body, how to recognize it, and what we can do to bring ourselves back to wholeness. Dr. Sara is a licensed physical therapist, yoga teacher, and intuitive coach who combines her expertise and extensive training in the mind-body connection to serve as a coach and mentor to high achieving and caring individuals.
Here is the link to the Core Confidence download that Sara mentioned in the podcast: Core Confidence
Here is the link to Live & Lead fro...2020-09-1555 minYour Aha! LifeWabi-Sabi: Embracing Imperfect Beauty in Your LifeIn this episode, I'm so happy to be back with you solo and I have a great topic to share: Wabi Sabi: Embracing Imperfect Beauty in Your Life. Wabi-Sabi is a Japanese term that grew out of a Japanese aesthetic for imperfect beauty or the "Zen of Things." I define (or try to anyway) the meaning of wabi-sabi and how you can embrace it in your daily life to overcome the paralysis of perfectionism and pursue your goals and dreams. I quote and share throughout the episode, Richard Powell, author of Wabi-Sabi Simple. He said, "Wabi-Sabi nurtures all that is...2020-08-3147 minYour Aha! LifeEmbracing Midlife and Creating Your Midlife Strategy Road Map with Laura RubinListen in as I welcome Laura Rubin into a conversation on Embracing Midlife and Creating Your Midlife Strategy Road Map. Laura is The Midlife Strategist. She inspires women to embrace midlife with renewed energy and a sense of purpose by connecting to their true north. Laura is a speaker, writer, and the founder of the Midlife Strategy Road Map. In this episode we talk about overcoming the negative stigma of midlife, what to do when you start having that nagging feeling that there's something more or different for you to do, and writing your personal Midlife Manifesto so that...2020-08-2354 minYour Aha! LifeThe Unbound Life: My Conversation with Wendy Horng Brawer.Listen in as I welcome Wendy Horng Brawer into a conversation about The Unbound Life.
Wendy is an Educator. Embodiment and Personal Transformation Coach. Speaker. Business Consultant. Creator of Whole Human @ Work and This Unbound Life. She works at the intersection of organizational development, business strategy, and human development to unleash the potential within people, teams, and organizations with her company, the Intune Collective.
Wendy believes deeply in the potential within each person. Too often, we are bound by family and cultural expectations which prevent us from accessing the potential within us and becoming our fu...2020-08-011h 14Your Aha! LifeMoving from a Scarcity Mindset to an Abundance Mindset: My Conversation with Sudeshna Sen of The Abundance PsycheListen in to my conversation with Sudeshna Sen, owner and founder of The Abundance Psyche. Sudeshna is a fulltime corporate leader in data science, a career strategist and personal development geek. Much of what she speaks about is from her own experience navigating her career and what she's witnessed with the careers of her students and clients. Sudeshna brings practical spirituality into what she teachers, as she helps others move from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset. In this episode, she'll provide practical tips on how you can navigate all aspects of life by changing the way you...2020-07-271h 17Your Aha! LifeMy Conversation with Dr. Benjamin Hardy on His Book: Personality Isn't PermanentListen in as organizational psychologist and bestselling author, Dr. Benjamin Hardy, shares a little about his life and the release of his new book, Personality Isn't Permanent. The book, released on June 16, has already reached bestseller status. In it, Dr. Hardy debunks some of the long-held beliefs about personality assessments as he aims to help people become the scribes of their own identity and narrative. According to Dr. Hardy, personality assessments can stand in the way of you becoming your full and evolving self by imposing self-limiting beliefs. The book is about so much more than personality assessments. As...2020-06-281h 05Your Aha! LifeDaddy Says: Wisdom From Our Dad on Father's DayThis is a very special episode of Your Aha! Life - The Podcast. It's a family affair. I'm joined by my sister, Kerisha Harris, playing co-host with me and we have our very special guest - Our Dad - Elbert Harris, Sr. In celebration of Father's Day, and my Dad turning 81 this year, I thought it would be a real treat to have a conversation with him and to share his wisdom, intellect, life stories, passion, and humor with all of you. He's retired now, but our Dad spent his entire professional career in education. He was a teacher, coach...2020-06-211h 09Your Aha! LifeMy Conversation with Giovanni Dienstmann: Overcoming the Fear of FailureOvercoming the Fear of Failure
Giovanni Dienstmann is an International Author, Meditation Teacher, Coach, and Speaker. He is the creator of the world's most popular meditation blog on the planet - Live and Dare. Giovanni is also the author of the bestseller, Practical Meditation: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide. The book is available in seven different languages and has popularly been called "The Meditation Bible." Giovanni's work focuses on taking you from anxious and stressed to calm, centered, and focused, through the power of meditation. Thousands of people have taken Giovanni's programs and experienced the benefits.
I...2020-06-0852 minYour Aha! LifeMy Conversation with Terri Klass: Plan for Your Second Act: Creating the Life You Dream of LivingListen as Terri Klass and I enjoy a conversation about Planning for Your Second Act. Terri is the founder and CEO of Terri Klass Consulting, LLC. She is a leadership skills training consultant, coach, and speaker who partners with organizations to create cultures of empowerment and build their leadership pipeline. In today's conversation, Terri defines "The Second Act" as we discuss when and why people are most likely to pursue their second act, what may get in their way, and how to create the life you dream of living in your second act. Terri has coached several of her c...2020-05-2457 minYour Aha! LifeMy Conversation with Dr. Emee Vida Estacio: Rediscover Your Self-Worth, Gain Confidence, and Give Your Inner Critic Some TLCNow, on with today's episode.
Dr. Emee Vida Estacio is the founder of The PAME Code. She is a chartered psychologist with over 20 years of experience in health, community, and positive psychology. Her passion is to help people embrace their true worth so they can live happy and fulfilling lives. In today's episode, Rediscover Your Self-Worth, Gain Confidence and Give Your Inner Critic Some TLC, Dr. Estacio shares about her work helping people to identify the three characteristics of the Imposter Syndrome and three questions to ask when the Inner Critic makes you question your self-worth. In addition to her t...2020-05-101h 05Your Aha! Life10 Incredibly Practical But Life Changing Aha! MomentsIt's great to be back with you solo. In this episode, I'm sharing some of my top aha's from my life experiences. Listen as I count down the aha's and share my life experiences that prompted those insights.
Oprah, the queen of aha moments said, "You can't have an aha unless you already knew it. So, the aha is a remembering of what you already knew, articulated in a way to resonate with your own truth." How profound! I totally agree with her. We already know this stuff. I say aha's are our inner knowing made visible. I...2020-04-2634 minYour Aha! LifeMy Conversation with Sinem Günel on The Power of Habits: How to Create and Stick to Habits That Can Transform Your LifeI sat down with personal growth author and entrepreneur, Sinem Günel, to discuss The Power of Habits. Habits have the power to transform our lives, and whether we are conscious of them or not, habits rule our days. In this episode, Sinem shares practical suggestions on how to create habits that work for your life and then what it takes to stick to them. Spoiler alert: among other things, it takes understanding your Why and Discipline. Of course! Listen in as Sinem shares an Aha! Moment that took her down the path of personal growth, and what she's doing n...2020-04-1251 minYour Aha! LifeConversation with Vera from Simple Happy Zen: Simplify Your Life: How a Simpler Life Can Lead to HappinessToday's episode is a conversation with Vera from Simple Happy Zen. Vera and I connected to talk about today's topic: Simplify Your Life: How a Simpler Life Can Lead to Happiness.
Vera is the creator of the Youtube channel, Simple Happy Zen. With over 91,000 followers, Vera has turned what started out as her passion and hobby into a business. Living a simple, minimalist lifestyle since 2013, Vera makes weekly videos about minimalism, intentional living, happiness, and self-development. She lives in the Netherlands but attracts followers from across the globe and from all different life stages. You can find Vera at www.s...2020-03-2955 minYour Aha! LifeMy Conversation with Simon Drew: Understanding and Applying Stoicism to Your Personal PhilosophyListen as I welcomed Simon Drew, host of the Practical Stoic Podcast to Your Aha! Life. Simon is an Australian alignment coach, musician, and podcaster. As an alignment coach, Simon has helped people all around the world to improve their lives and see better results using the ancient philosophical ideas found in Stoicism.
In this insightful conversation, Simon defines Stoicism and shares some of the practical tools and tactics anyone can implement In their daily lives. You'll also learn more about the four cardinal virtues of Stoicism and what leads to human flourishing.
To find ou...2020-03-161h 02Your Aha! LifeHow to Transform Obstacles and Achieve Your DreamsIn this episode, I share how you can overcome any obstacle that you encounter so that you reach your goals and dreams, and you do it by believing in yourself and having the discipline and fortitude to keep going despite adversity.
"Believe in the beauty of your dreams." I often recite this quote by Eleanor Roosevelt when I speak about my life's passion. But what does this quote really mean? It takes reading the quote in its entirety to experience the full power of the former First Lady's message. She said:
"Believe in yourself. You gain strength, courage, and confidence b...2020-03-0320 minYour Aha! LifeLearn to Love Yourself UnconditionallyDo you love yourself? How you answer the question says a lot about whether you've learned to love yourself, unconditionally.
Learning to love yourself, unconditionally, is important if you desire to live the life you dream about.
Love is at the heart of everything that's good. It's at the center of your joy; it's the fuel for your passion and purpose and the desire you have to serve others. Love is the abiding emotion that will fill your heart with a deep sense of satisfaction and fulfillment.
In this episode:
Louise Hay - "Mirror Work": Exercise to Love and Accept Your...2020-02-1728 minYour Aha! LifeSimplify: Making Room for What Matters MostMy theme word for this year is Simplify, and in this episode, I share what it means to me to simplify my life, what it may mean to you, the things that can get in the way of living a simpler, less cluttered life, and what you can do to overcome those things and live a simpler life.
It's a journey and it's one that I'm on. I'm probably somewhere between Marie Kondo's KonMari method and a minimalist lifestyle. I just want to live as simply as I can. I believe to live simply can improve the quality of our l...2020-02-0542 minYour Aha! LifeMy Conversation with Christine Faas on The Imposter Syndrome & 3 Ways to Overcome it70% of people experience the imposter syndrome at some point in their lives. In my conversation with learning and leadership development consultant and coach, Christine Faas, we explore what is the imposter syndrome, where it comes from, how it manifests, and how to overcome it. Sorry for the audio glitches. We’ll get better. Thank you for listening. Subscribe, leave a review and share Your Aha! Life with your friends.2020-01-1943 minYour Aha! LifeHow the 8% Achieve Their Goals and You Can TooAccording to the University of Scranton, 92% of people who set New Year's goals do not achieve them. That means 8% do. What do the 8% know that the 92% don't - they know that there is a difference between goal-setting and goal-achieving. That difference is Process. I believe having a solid goal-achieving process is the key to joining the elite 8% club. In this podcast, I talk about the mindset, questions, and actions that can help you build a great goal-achieving process and ensure that you not only achieve your goals but sustain success over time.
If you are enjoying listening to Your Aha! L...2020-01-0522 minYour Aha! LifePrepare for 2020: Your Words MatterAs 2019 comes to a close, it is a great time to reflect on the past year and then to turn our focus toward the New Year in anticipation of good things to come. In this episode, I share with you a ritual that I started three years ago and will continue as a new decade approaches. Choosing a word that is emblematic of who I am, what I want more of in my life, and or what I plan to contribute to others. This word sets the stage for writing my intention for the year. Not to replace goals, but...2019-12-2118 minYour Aha! LifeVisit Your Comfort Zone (If You Must), But Don't StayWhere does life begin? Life begins on the other side of your comfort zone (Neale Donald Walsch). Quote after quote reminds us of the perils of the comfort zone. But what is less apparent is that the comfort zone actually serves an important purpose - if leveraged appropriately. Listen to this episode to learn when and how the comfort zone can be useful and what to watch out for so that you do not get stuck in the comfortability and miss out on the life you dream about. If you must retreat to the comfort zone, remember it's okay to...2019-12-1419 minYour Aha! LifePracticing Acceptance: Learn to Embrace "What is" Without ResistancePracticing Acceptance is essential if you want to experience a life free from suffering. In this episode, I share what it means to practice acceptance, why it's important, and 5 ways you can learn to practice acceptance in your life. The Serenity Prayer by Reinhold Niebuhr is quoted often. It is a beautiful prayer that is applicable to practicing acceptance. I used The Serenity Prayer as inspiration for this episode. When we practice acceptance, we embrace what is without resistance and empower real change in our lives.
Note: The story of my friend, Simone, was used with her e...2019-11-3027 minYour Aha! LifeHow Our Imperfections Make Us Better PeopleIt's interesting how the things that we go to great lengths to cover up and hide from others are the very same things that draw others to us. Our imperfections make us better people, and not only that, when we accept our imperfections and embrace who we are, we are more relatable and we have a greater chance of impacting the lives of others in a positive way - and that makes it all worthwhile.
Our imperfections allow us to say, "Not perfect, but not bad." Listen to this episode and learn to embrace your imperfections because i...2019-11-1722 minYour Aha! LifeDiscover Your Highest AspirationIn life, we have many aspirations, but likely one of those rises to the top and provides you the greatest sense of joy, purpose, and fulfillment. That is your Highest Aspiration. Listen to this episode and discover the desire that burns within you. It may mean going back to your five-year-old self.
"I believe those of you who are on the journey to live an Aha! Life know intuitively that though your life aspirations and coordinating accomplishments may bring happiness and a sense of pride, your Highest Aspiration is not happiness, it's meaning, and you find meaning t...2019-11-0420 minYour Aha! LifeAha! Moments: My Personal StoryAha! Moments, we all have them. What if you knew that your Aha! Moments are there to teach you and serve as lanterns on your path to living the Aha! Life - a life of greater joy, purpose, and fulfillment. In this first episode of Your Aha! Life, I share my personal story about one of the greatest Aha! Moments of my life. It came when and where I'd least expect and it would eventually lead to me discovering my true purpose in life. I hope my personal story will cause you to reflect on the Aha! Moments in...2019-10-2018 min