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say YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Breaking Free from Boxes and Living Authentically with Betsy PepineJoin Wendy for Friendsgiving in the Barn on October 14thIn this powerful episode, Wendy and guest Betsy Pepine dive deep into the journey of self-trust, breaking free from societal boxes, and reclaiming agency over their lives. Betsy shares her path from feeling trapped by external expectations and internalized beliefs to rediscovering the joy and freedom of living authentically. They discuss the importance of quieting the noise—both external and internal—so that we can listen to our inner wisdom and make decisions rooted in love rather than fear. Betsy’s story is a testament to the...2024-08-141h 03say YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Healing Through Creativity and Transforming Pain into Purpose with Cleo ChildsJoin Wendy for Friendsgiving in the Barn on October 14th. In this heartfelt episode, Wendy sits down with Cleo Childs, the inspiring artist behind the spoken word poetry album "Moving With," which chronicles her journey through grief after losing her mother to Alzheimer's at the age of 28. Cleo shares how saying "yes" to life's unfolding moments with integrity and joy has led to unexpected blessings and creative breakthroughs. Wendy and Cleo discuss the power of living in alignment with one's values and the transformative impact of kindness and integrity. Cleo opens up about her writing...2024-08-0757 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Wellness Through Reading and Writing with Stephanie AffinitoSay YES to France! Follow the links below for details. Registration closes on August 1st.Paris & Versailles for Couples, Sept. 14-19Charente Maritime for All, Sept. 20-26Join Wendy for Friendsgiving in the Barn on October 14th. In this heartwarming episode, Wendy welcomes Stephanie Affinito to explore the transformative power of saying yes to yourself through reading and writing. Stephanie shares her lifelong passion for books and notebooks, which helped her navigate chronic illness and find ultimately healing. She delves into the science behind why re...2024-07-311h 04say YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Transformation, One Decision at a Time with Shannon WarnerSay YES to France! Follow the links below for details. Registration closes on August 1st.Paris & Versailles for Couples, Sept. 14-19Charente Maritime  for All, Sept. 20-26Imagine stepping into each day with curiosity and discovery, embracing the power to shape your experiences. In this episode, Wendy and her guest, Shannon Warner, explore the beauty of surrendering to the present moment and the transformative impact of saying "yes" to ourselves. Shannon reflects on how changing her perspective in her work led to unexpected f...2024-07-241h 02say YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Bold Steps and Big Dreams with Tatiana LaBelloSay YES to France! Follow the links below for details. Registration closes on August 1st.Paris & Versailles for Couples, Sept. 14-19Charente Maritime  for All, Sept. 20-26In this inspiring episode, Wendy and her guest, Tatiana LaBello, dive into the heart of living authentically and unapologetically. Tatiana passionately shares her calling to help others discover their unique gifts and potential, encouraging us to ask ourselves, "What if I said yes to myself and went for it?" They discuss the importance of getting clear o...2024-07-1056 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Simple Joys with Kathryn GarlandSay YES to the Summer Solstice White Party at the Phineas Wright House on June 21st.Say YES to France! Follow the links below for details.Paris & Versailles for Couples, Sept. 14-19 (registration closes Aug. 1st)Charente Maritime  for All, Sept. 20-26 (registration closes Aug. 1st)This week on the podcast, Wendy hosts guest Kathryn Garland. This episode dives deep into the concept of "selfishness" and how focusing on our own needs can be perceived negatively, yet it is essential for our well-being. Wendy and Kathryn explore t...2024-06-1256 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Joy and Abundance with Valerie McKeehanSay YES to the Summer Solstice White Party at the Phineas Wright House on June 21st.Say YES to France! Follow the links below for details.Paris & Versailles for Couples, Sept. 14-19 (registration closes Aug. 1st)Charente Maritime  for All, Sept. 20-26 (registration closes Aug. 1st)Join us in this episode as Wendy hosts artist and creativity mentor, Valerie McKeehan. In this delightful conversation, Wendy and Valerie dive into the power of creativity, abundance, and gratitude. Valerie shares how her journey with “The Artist’s Way” by Julia C...2024-06-051h 02say YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Balance and Beating Social Media Overwhelm with Jenna KinghornSay YES to the Summer Solstice White Party at the Phineas Wright House on Friday, June 21st.  Details here.Say YES to France! Follow the links below to get all of the details.Paris & Versailles for Couples, Sept. 14-19 (registration closes Aug. 1st)Charente Maritime  for All, Sept. 20-26 (registration closes Aug. 1st)Join Wendy and her guest, Jenna Kinghorn, in this heartfelt episode where they explore prioritizing self-care and saying yes to oneself amidst life’s demands. Jenna shares her journey of learning to prioritize her well-being by cons...2024-05-0855 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Growth & Finding Opportunities in Life's Transitions with Michèle HeffronSay YES to France! Follow the links below to get the details.Paris & Versailles for Couples, Sept. 14-19 (registration closes Aug. 1st)Charente Maritime  for Everyone, Sept. 20-26 (registration closes Aug. 1st)This week, Wendy hosts Certified Coach and Life Strategist, Michèle Heffron. Join Wendy and Michèle in this insightful episode as they explore the power of curated online relationships and navigating life transitions with grace. Wendy shares her perspective on curating the community we desire, reflecting on the importance of relationships and friendships. As roommates on the...2024-04-171h 02say YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Charente Maritime with Susan HaysSay YES to France! Follow the links below to get all of the details.Paris & Versailles for Couples, Sept. 14-19 (registration closes Aug. 1st)Charente Maritime for Everyone, Sept. 20-26 (registration closes Aug. 1st)Embark on a journey like no other with Susan of Our French Lifestyle and Wendy as your guides to the enchanting Charente Maritime from September 20th to 26th, 2024! This episode shares the magnificent details of this exclusive trip, limited to just 10 guests, and invites travelers to immerse themselves in the richness of French culture and hospitality. From the moment you arrive i...2024-04-0346 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Chateau Life in Normandy with Wendy LaneSay YES to France! Follow the links below to get all of the details.Normandy  for Everyone, May 13-18 (registration closes April 1st)Paris & Versailles for Couples, Sept. 14-19 (registration closes Aug. 1st)Charente Maritime  for Everyone, Sept. 20-26 (registration closes Aug. 1st)Join us for an enchanting episode featuring two Wendys, both with a deep love for France! This week, Wendy Harrop hosts Wendy Lane, who, along with her husband Ashley, invites you to experience the charm of their exquisite chateau in Normandy. As part of Wendy Ha...2024-03-1357 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Wanting Even More with Pamela DussaultSay YES to France! Follow the links below to get all of the details.Normandy  for Solo Female Travelers, May 13-18 (registration closes April 1st)Paris & Versailles for Couples, Sept. 14-19 (registration closes Aug. 1st)Charente Maritime  for Everyone, Sept. 20-26 (registration closes Aug. 1st)In this episode, Wendy hosts consultant and coach, Pamela Dussault. Pamela shares her mission of guiding individuals from crisis to higher vibrations, helping them transform from victim to victor.  Wendy and Pamela explore the dynamics of suffering as a mindset and the transition to...2024-02-2855 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to The Greatest Unlearning with Sarah JanselThis Week: Join Wendy for the WORD of the YEAR WorkshopWednesday, January 17 - Friday, January 19, 2024Register here!Join Wendy for a 3-day FREE workshop where we'll identify your word or intention for 2024. On this week’s episode of the Say YES to yourself! podcast, Wendy hosts Sarah Jansel. Sarah and Wendy share an empowering conversation on embracing  opportunities for unlearning, releasing the pressure of artificial deadlines, and the freedom that comes with making conscious choices. Sarah implores us, when there are so many things telling us what “good”...2024-01-171h 05say YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to the Pause - Mini Episode with WendyThis week is a super short podcast to introduce a season of rest.  Each week Wendy asks her guests how they are saying YES to themselves in this season; this week she answers the question herself.________________________________________________________________________________________ Say YES to joining Wendy for her: Say YES Sisterhood PWH Farm StaysPWH Curated France TripsInstagram: @phineaswrighthouseFacebook: Phineas Wright HouseWebsite: Phineas Wright HousePodcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat! If t...2023-11-1506 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying Yes To Diving All In To Your Dreams with Erin AndersonIn this week's episode Wendy hosts Chef Erin Anderson. They've been working side by side this summer on the Phineas Wright House field dinners and now they're bringing all the fun indoors.Erin and Wendy met about two and a half years ago at one of the girls night out events in the barn and immediately connected. At that time Erin was transitioning from working at a corporate caterer for office buildings to being a personal chef. Tune in to to hear this remarkable story of an unrealized passion and a complete pivot from her o...2023-10-1847 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Elizabeth Marth Tarara - Saying Yes To Being Intentional With Your TimeWendy hosts Elizabeth Marth Tarara is an interior designer, a professionally certified Conscious Uncoupling, Calling in the One, & Transformational Growth Coach, focusing on a highly-specialized dynamic she likes to refer to as MID-LIFE AWAKENINGS.Wendy and Elizabeth talk about raising children, growing businesses and Saying Yes to filling your own cup first.This episode is abundant with personal stories of every day life and incredibly inspirational advice on living a life you desire.  More about Elizabeth:Elizabeth is a wife, mother, daughter, and business owner, and has personally wrestled w...2023-10-1145 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying Yes To What's On Your Heart - A Personal Message From WendyIn this episode Wendy pauses while tending the dahlia fields to share how she chooses to listen to the desires of her heart even when there are obstacles in the way. If you long for a life filled with joy and personal growth, where you can truly empower yourself and pursue your dreams and passions tune into this episode for motivation.  Get ready to embark on a transformative journey towards a life that embodies the result you've always yearned for.________________________________________________________________________________________Say YES to joining Wendy for her:PW...2023-10-0107 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Maria Husch - Saying Yes to Your Home Being The Secret Ingredient to Your SuccessIn this week's episode Wendy sits down with Maria Husch. Maria Husch, has a profound passion for helping people appreciate and love their homes just as they are.Maria resides in Austria and her global perspective and expertise in the field of home appreciation are invaluable. As a renowned room expert and founder of the "I Love My Home Academy," Maria guides individuals towards creating the homes, businesses, and lives they truly desire.  Maria shares her insights on how our outer and inner rooms impact us and teaches practical steps to align our living spaces with our g...2023-09-1352 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying Yes To Your New Version With Rachel JacksonOn this episode, Wendy shares a conversation with one of her mentors and coaches Rachel Jackson. You may have listened to the episode where Wendy shared a coaching session with Rachel.  But this time it's all about celebrating Rachel Jackson.Rachel has launched a brand new gratitude journal, and this episode mirrors the meaningful discussions we have every week. Rachel is embracing self-discovery in this season and the ways she is saying yes to herself. Listen in as we dive deep into empowerment, wisdom, and the inspiration behind Rachel's new gr...2023-08-2345 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying Yes To A Life Well Lived with Rebecca ChapmanThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Rebecca Chapman. Listen in Discover the Wisdom and Joy of a Life Well-Lived.In this heartwarming episode, Wendy sits down with the incredible Rebecca Chapman. She and Rebecca met online and this conversation marked the first time they met face-to-face.Rebecca is the kind of person who radiates positivity and encouragement. From her thoughtful responses, to her invaluable advice, and her knack for sharing exciting opportunities from various sources, Rebecca embodies the essence of support and inspiration. Her genuine spirit is truly a breath...2023-08-1645 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying Yes To Firm and Bold Trust in Self With Nicole KalilThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Nicole Kalil, Founder & Confidence Sherpa of her own company helping to remove the roadblocks, biases and challenges that trailblazing, professional women face so that they can thrive as their authentic selves.Wendy and Nicole discuss what it means to be our authentic selves and build and most importantly maintain the confidence we deserve in our lives.Listen in as they share stories and actions steps you can apply today to step into your power. About Nicole:Nicole’s pa...2023-08-0953 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES To Intentional Living With Tiffany LeaderThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Tiffany Leader, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and an Intentional Living Coach, specializing in combating burnout. Together, they delve into the concept of intentional living as a powerful tool to reduce burnout and challenge the societal norm of glorifying busyness.In this enlightening conversation, Wendy and Tiffany explore the importance of prioritizing our well-being by letting go of the often celebrated "badge of honor" associated with being busy. They encourage listeners to reevaluate their lives, recognizing what truly matters for their overall health and happiness...2023-08-0249 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying Yes To Creating A Solid Financial Foundation For Your FamilyThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Donna Pippins, Financial Guide. In this episode Wendy and Donna explore the importance of saying yes to receiving the help we've asked for and the lessons that come with it. They discuss the areas where we all might not be showing up as we promised and how avoidance only keeps us in the dark. By saying yes in surrender, we release the need to control everything and allow others to help us in their own way, without dictating how it should look.Donna shares her approach...2023-07-261h 02say YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES To Learning A New Skill With Lindsay BurgessThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Lindsay Burgess a mother, photographer, and marketer. Lindsay is a mother to two toddler girls, a marketer with over a decade of experience, and a photographer residing in Bolton, MA. As a lover of stories, Lindsay brought that passion to her corporate life in marketing, and more recently has explored photography as a story-telling outlet. Capturing her children in candid, authentic moments in varying stages of childhood brings her the most joy!In this episode Wendy and Lindsay discuss the challenges and beautiful moments o...2023-07-2041 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Part 2 of Saying Yes to Embracing the Next Season and the Menopause ConversationThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy brings back Lisette Meuse-Manuel Clinical Esthetician and Health coach to talk more in depth about menopause, the various stages and things you can do today to help make you feel better. Lisette has studied at Institut Jon Raymond in Aesthetics, The Micro-Pigmentation Centre in Cosmetic Tattooing and Ashworth College in Nutrition, Diet and Health Science, Precision Nutrition.She has been working in the beauty and wellness industry since 1988 and she is constantly researching and perfecting her techniques and updating h...2023-07-121h 02say YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying Yes to Embracing the Next Season and the Menopause ConversationThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Lisette Meuse-Manuel Clinical Esthetician and Health coach who  specializes in skin care for post-surgical facials, adult acne, sun damage, aging skin, medical cosmetic tattooing, permanent makeup and nutritional counseling.Lisette has studied at Institut Jon Raymond in Aesthetics, The Micro-Pigmentation Centre in Cosmetic Tattooing and Ashworth College in Nutrition, Diet and Health Science, Precision Nutrition.She has been working in the beauty and wellness industry since 1988 and she is constantly researching and perfecting her techniques and updating her s...2023-07-0653 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying Yes To Our Hearts' Desires With Michèle HeffronThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Michèle Heffron, a life coach who believes in empowering women and harnessing the power of love to create a better world. With a deep understanding of the transformative power of personal growth and self-improvement, Michèle helps women unlock their full potential and achieve their goals. Michèle recognizes the unique challenges faced by women in society, and is dedicated to supporting women in overcoming these obstacles and embracing their inner strength. Through her coaching sessions, she encourages her clients to pri...2023-06-2858 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Nature Inspired CreativityThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Lindsey Tierney, Indie Hospitality & Restaurant Marketing Executive with over ten years in Food & Beverage. Mother of two vibrant young ladies, wife and "the whacky friend". Lindsey is the Marketing Director at Nan’s Kitchen & Market and Sobre Mesa. And she volunteers for Cultivate Care FarmsListen in as she shares her passion for nature, gardening, and tasty food and finding ways to maximize the goodness within.Find out more and follow along at:@lindstierneyNans MarketSobre-Mesa—...2023-06-2224 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying Yes To Support and Being VulnerableThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy shares a vulnerable episode with her intuitive success coach Rachel Jackson, founder of Soulful Badass.Tune in to hear this touching episode, where Wendy shares her challenges and let's us inside a private coaching session.More about Rachel:Rachel Jackson is a Podcaster, Intuitive Success Coach, Author and Founder of Soulful Badass.  Her mission is to help "rebels and rockstars" to create their most successful life and business on their terms. Soulful Badass is...2023-06-1452 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying Yes To SisterhoodThis episode is a conversation with Wendy, Kristi Nellor, fellow Elimu Board Member and Cindy Rodriguez, founder of Elimu Girls. They got together to recap their visit to Kenya and what they learned from their trip and what they envision is next for themselves and  Elimu Girls.Tune in to hear this captivating conversation of what they individually and collectively experienced on their trip to Africa to spend time with Elimu Girls and plan what is next in making an impact. Please check out the links below to be part of making an i...2023-06-121h 03say YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A YES to Taking Massive Action Because You Can't Unsee What You've Seen: A Conversation With The Founder of Elimu GirlsThis episode is a conversation Wendy had with Cindy Rodriguez, founder of Elimu Girls about three years ago recapping her first trip to Kenya and her "Why" to starting Elimu Girls.Tune in to hear this captivating story of this amazing woman who took massive action and has made an incredible impact in the world. You'll want to make sure you have a box of tissues handy for this episode.  Please check out the links below to be part of making an impact for the girls.About Elimu Girls:E...2023-06-0338 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying Yes To Travel with Beth Llewellyn WayneThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Beth Llewellyn Wayne. Beth is one of the women that said YES to herself and joined Wendy on the cookbook trip in September of 2022. At the end of that trip, Beth remained and continued her Yes abroad traveling solo and finding new adventures and amazing places.  Beth shares her story and the joy she has for travel and this next season of her life.  ————————————————Say YES to joining Wendy for her:PWH Farm StaysPWH2023-04-2736 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying Yes To Focusing On Yourself With Amanda BoudreauThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Amanda Boudreau, co-owner of Kith and Kin Restaurant in Hudson, MA.Tune in to hear Amanda and Wendy discuss stepping into spending time focusing on yourself and doing the inner work it takes to push past worry and own every season of life. Stepping into the next with excitement to what will be discovered about yourself and owning your power to be the true you. Learn more about Kith and Kin and the many opportunities in person and...2023-04-1931 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying Yes to Your True Self with Nichole LeeThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Nichole Lee, who serves in helping people who deeply desire to expand how they see themselves, who are ready to remove all the masks and be free to discover who they truly are so they can be and do what brings true love, joy and a fulfillment into their lives.Tune in to hear Nichole and Wendy share stories of saying Yes to their true selves and how having boundaries does not mean being inauthentic. G...2023-04-1257 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Sandra Sigman - Saying Yes to Flowers and FranceThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Sandra Sigman, owner of Les Fleurs, the French-inspired floral, home, and garden shop in Andover, Massachusetts, where she teaches workshops, along with ones in France.Tune in to hear Sandra's childhood story that turned into a full-blown obsession when she moved to France in her early 20s working as a professional ice skater. Sandra immediately fell in love with Paris: the flower shops bursting at the seams with fresh blooms, the smell of fresh croissants, and the architectural beauty of...2023-04-0547 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Nicole LeBlanc Saying YES to Working Smarter Not HarderThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Nicole LeBlanc, owner of LePetite Studio in Bolton, MA. As you will hear in this episode, she is a true and very inspiring entrepreneur. Her journey into entrepreneurship started at a young age, when she knew she wanted to be a photographer.Nicole and Wendy talk about being in community, launching new ideas and saying YES to less. Nicole found herself overwhelmed with work and decided to take a step back and refocus. Now, she is moving forward with exciting...2023-03-2239 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Jess Montejo - Saying YES To Making The Decision To Be SuccessfulThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Jess Montejo, Founder of Maidenhair Floral Design. She's a mom of two, business owner and floral designer. Listen in to this incredibly inspiring conversation. If you're thinking about going after your dreams, this is the episode for you.  Jess and Wendy share tactical business advice and, more importantly, mindset shifts. You will be so motivated after you listen to this episode. Get ready to go after your dreams!Instagram: @maidenhairfloraldesignFacebook: Maidenhair Floral DesignE...2023-03-1552 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Jessie-Sierra Ross' YES To Big DreamsThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Jessie-Sierra Ross Founder of 'Straight to the Hips, Baby' an all in one boutique content creation business. Known primarily for their blog and TV content creation, they create seasonal recipes, write informative articles, food style, shoot, edit, and connect with those who have a passion for food and drink. Jessie is an avid cook and home entertainer. She loves to create new recipes, as well as introduce her arsenal of tried & true dishes to family and friends. On her blog y...2023-03-0855 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Mary Garcia - Saying YES to ConnectingThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy introduces us to Mary Garcia. Mary has a beautiful story of how she built connection through food, entertaining, friendship and love.She shares some fabulous tips on how you can also say YES to yourself and create a community like she did.Mary was gracious enough to share some recipes that have been part of her gatherings along with a Fall Dinner Party Menu. Please click the links below and try these absolutely delicious creations. Pistachio Crusted...2023-03-0136 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Jennifer Vallina Saying YES To Taking ChancesThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Jennifer Vallina who has an incredible story of how she started her own photography business and faced a life threatening health challenge. Through it all she persevered and still found positivity in each step forward. She is an inspiration and her story is captivating. Grab yourself a cup of tea and sit back and listen to this amazing woman's story. Get to know Jen:Jen Vallina is the Owner of One Sock On...2023-02-221h 07say YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Rina Cook - The YES That Lead To A New LifeThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Rina Cook.  Rina is one of the women that said YES to herself and joined Wendy on the cookbook trip in September of 2022. Rina came home from that trip in France and immediately went back. This is Rina's story of the power of YES and the magic that has been unfolding for Rina since she said YES to going to France, the 1st time!Rina shares her story and the joy that has come into her life since sh...2023-02-1541 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Cindy Rodriguez Saying YES To Giving and ReceivingThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Cindy Rodriguez, Founder Elimu Girls.Cindy and Wendy talk about finding your voice, being consistent through challenges and saying YES to yourself, creating a positive ripple effect in our collective communities.   Listen in as Cindy and Wendy share what it means to create a life of saying Yes to yourself and what Cindy's tennis lessons have taught her.Get to know Cindy:Cindy is the founder of Elimu Girls. She is a se...2023-02-0851 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Jessica Krewson Saying YES to Aligned ChoicesThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Jessica Krewson, CEO + Creative Director at designKREW, Inc. Jessica and Wendy talk all about making intentional choices to live a life of true alignment.  Every choice that is made is a micro opportunity to create a beautiful tapestry of a delightful life.  Jessica shares that for her, practice over time in looking for what delights you, will unfold all that is right in front of you. Listen in as Jessica and Wendy share what it means to create a li...2023-02-0148 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Luxury Travel With Paula PrickettThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Paula Prickett, owner of Black Dog Luxury Travel.Black Dog Luxury Travel originated from the desire to help people create lasting memories with the people they love while traveling the world. Paula designs personalized vacations that best suit your tastes and desires while saving you time and eliminating stress along the way.Get to know Paula:Paula is the owner and travel advisor of Black Dog Luxury Travel. She is an upstanding member of...2023-01-2548 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Positive Parenting with Wendy SnyderThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Wendy Snyder. Wendy is a mom of two, certified parenting educator & family life coach, who inspires parents to learn & grow through connection based positive parenting strategies. They talk about helping parents ditch the threats, yelling & harsh punishments so they and their families can live a joyful life.Listen in as Wendy talks about the power of Positive Parenting.Get to know Wendy:Wendy Snyder - Certified Parent Educator & Family L...2023-01-1850 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Melinda McCoy Saying YES to Making a Home Real and AuthenticThis week on the say YES to your yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Melinda McCoy a self proclaimed home body.She's taken her love for home and grown it into a business where she shares her excitement about the shift in how we think about decorating our homes. She teaches it's not just about things or how much we spend on something to put in our homes, it's about how we feel in our homes. Something found in a thrift store placed intentionally where we will see it everyday can elevate our mood. Even...2023-01-1149 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Sharon Nichols - Saying YES To Her Heart's WhispersThis week on the say YES to your yourself! podcast Wendy hosts her dear friend Sharon Nichols. Sharon shares her childhood passions and the unfolding of bringing those back to life in adulthood. They discuss all things, passions, adventures, being in the moment and listening to your heart.  Sharon is the epitome of all of these things and has embraced new opportunities to have fun and be playful, while she celebrates this season of her life knowing great teachings and joy are ahead.  Listen in as Sharon eloquently shares her story of...2023-01-0438 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Karen Allen's Own Yes is an Invitation to Say Yes to Yourself!This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy sits down with Karen Allen  author of Ooh la la! French Inspirations for Entertaining and Travel.They talk about their shared love of France and the immense gift it is to share it with loved ones.  Listen along as they share their past and future travel plans to France, where they invite you along, so you too can immerse yourself in all things French.Get to know Karen:Karen was born in Salem, Oregon, and graduated from the Bassist Institute (no...2022-12-2841 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Being BraveThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast, I've called in my Queens to hold space for me as I share the most vulnerable episode yet. I'm a firm believer in curating the community we desire and today you'll hear from an amazing group of female entrepreneurs that have been meeting with me weekly on zoom for the past 2 years. We are committed to each other's up level, we are committed to each other's success, and we are committed to supporting each other through the ups and downs of life. Whether business, relationships, parenting, or hair product suggestions...2022-12-211h 06say YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying Yes to Yourself is an Intentional Choice with Christine SantosThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy has an honest conversation about entrepreneurship with Christine Santos. Christine is an online Business Mentor who has been mentoring Wendy for the last couple of years, together journeying through the successes and challenges. Christine shares how sometimes the best laid plans are not what the universe has in store for you and making the scary decisions are the ones that get you closer to your desires.  Sit back and listen to this conversation between two amazing women sharing stories and the behind the scenes of th...2022-12-071h 00say YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Sylvie Mazerolle on saying YES to Enjoying a Slice of Life!This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy talks with the delightful Sylvie Mazerolle, the photographer from the recent PWH On the Road trip to the Charente Maritime for the Cookbook project. They talk about the intentionality of seizing the opportunities, and asking yourself ‘what do I really want now?’ Sylvie shares her desire to capture life through her visual media, and to showcase what she calls a ‘Slice of Life.’ Seeing those moments that are precious and delicious and saying YES to them. Wendy and Sylvie also talk about the ripple effects of our dec...2022-11-3049 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Each Season of Life, with Wendy's Mom, Sally HallThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy talks with her mom, Sally Hall.  Its Thanksgiving week and its the perfect time to share this fun, touching, genuine and heart-warming conversation between Mother and Daughter.Wendy and Sally talk about the loss of her husband,  Wendy's dad, and how they both navigated this loss.  They also talk about how they both find ways in every season of life to say YES to themselves.  Sally shares the many pivotal moments when she said YES to herself including service in the Navy, marrying her husband, rais...2022-11-2359 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Possibility with Kristina (KB) BrummerThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy talks with KB (Kristina Brummer) the show's producer.  They talk about how they have spent the last few years working together to embrace all the ideas and possibilities that have come through and to Wendy.  They also celebrate the nearly 1 year anniversary of this podcast adventure!Wendy and KB talk about their shared experience of being adoptive mothers and the gift that each of their daughters are. Kristina also shares how she has chosen to say YES to herself in some very big ways over the past ye...2022-11-1642 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Andrea Walsh on saying YES to Empowering Others and Herself!This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy talks with the inspiring Andrea Walsh.  They talk about their intense first meeting and their shared desire to create space for women to find growth and empowerment. Wendy and Andrea talk about showing up in service to others while also honoring yourself through that service. Andrea shares how the retreats she coordinates are done with the intent of providing space for women to recharge and figure out their next step.  Each woman is empowered to embrace each opportunity that arises and to have the tools to pivot whe...2022-11-0951 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Human Design with Stacy Cordova and saying YES to Aligning with Your PurposeThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy has the pleasure of a second conversation with the lovely Stacy Cordova and this time they are talking all about Human Design. 'Human Design is a life changing tool that guides you in discovering your gifts and using them to your fullest potential. It is your Soul’s Roadmap to help  align you to your purpose.' Stacy uses Human Design as one of the modalities for soul care and in this conversation she shares a reading for Wendy of her Human Design cha...2022-11-0247 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Susan Hays on always saying YES to AdventureThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy talks with her friend Susan Hays of Our French Oasis.Wendy and Susan talk about conquering fears by taking them head on and always saying YES to adventure.  They also talk about how our inner critic can work tirelessly to put up roadblocks to us moving beyond our limits to create a new narrative for ourselves. And... of course they talk about their love of France!Get to Know SusanMarried with five children, Susan has lived in F...2022-10-2646 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Stacy Cordova on saying YES to Tuning into Your Soul CareThis week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy talks with lovely Stacy Cordova. Wendy and Stacy about the journey of discovery as you learn what you need and how to define your unique ‘soul care’. When you follow the breadcrumbs and listen to your intuition the path to what you truly need will reveal itself.  Stacy shares how she has spent time getting quiet so that she can find her path.  Prayer, meditation and getting in touch with her spiritual nature has allowed her to tune into her voice and allow the messages to com...2022-10-1948 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to being Untethered with Jen LissHello friends! This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy talks with her dear friend Jen Liss, a fellow lover of saying YES to herself and choosing to do what delights her! Jen and Wendy talked about their shared love of choosing joy and embracing their belief that you own your experience. Jen has been continuing her evolution of growth as she has restarted her podcast, refreshing the focus and the name.  She said YES to herself and to investing in learning to support her quantum leap, and how along the way she d...2022-10-1259 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Saying YES to Joy with Gorgeous Grandma Kathy WrightHello friends!  This week on the say YES to your yourself! podcast Wendy talks with Kathy Wright one of the first women to say YES to joining her in France with Phineas Wright House On the Road.  She is a dynamic, Australian woman who delights in saying the word gorgeous, sees joy in all the moments, and on the regular practices saying YES to the things that nurture her soul and feel right to her.They talked about how we can become resentful when we are keeping everything held back, and doing all the things fo...2022-10-0532 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Marvell Eagleson on saying YES to Letting Go of BarriersHello friends!  This week on the say YES to your yourself! podcast Wendy talks with the enchanting Marvell Eagleson.  She shares that from a young age a passion for travel was ignited and it led her to study and teach foreign languages. Wendy and Marvell discuss how after retirement she found she was no longer using her French language skills and chose a 3-month trip to Rouen to reconnect with her love of the language de France. She was called to say YES to stepping out of her comfort zone and embracing the opportunity to let...2022-09-2847 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!saying YES to Your True Self with Mercedes KissHello friends!  This week on the say YES to your yourself! podcast Wendy talks with artist and special guest Mercedes Kiss. In this gorgeous conversation they talk about the gift of new friends that feel like lifelong ones, and how our energy can be instantly aligned to another.Wendy and Mercedes talk about the unconditional love of pets and the parallel they have in teaching us about creating harmony, owning our experience and speaking up for what is sustainable for ourselves. Mercedes shares about a trip to Costa Rica that reconnected herself to what felt c...2022-09-2139 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Angie Bailey on saying YES to Choosing her Own Health & Well-beingHello friends!  This week on the say YES to your yourself! podcast Wendy talks with special guest Angie Bailey about saying YES to choosing her own health and well-being.  Angie spent years as a registered nurse caring for others while bringing her heart and soul to the work she truly loved.  But when changes came that pushed her out of what felt right and aligned, she made the choice to prioritize her health and well-being over the career she loved; choosing joy and creativity as the guides for her new healthy path. Wendy and Angie talk...2022-09-0737 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!This is Not Toodaloo - A Love Letter to a Lovely AdventureThis week on the Love Letters, Life & Other Conversations podcast Jane shares her decision to retire from the podcast as she realigns her time, energy and focus on herself and her family.  Her written conversation with Wendy and me (KB) is the springboard for this week's conversation.Here are our takeaways for this week:  WendyA grateful heart for the beauty of the friendship between women who respect and support one another - there is enough for each of us and a shift is not a break.Pure joy and excitement for the next sea...2022-08-3122 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter to VulnerabilityThis week on the Love Letters, Life & Other Conversations podcast Jane shares an Instagram post from Molly Burford, called"What is Vulnerability" as the springboard for the conversation. Jane and Wendy talk about how the idea and definition of vulnerability may be different for each person, and that once you decide to be vulnerable, there is no going back.  They also talk about how when you speak from a scar versus a wound you have had the time to learn and grow from the experience of being vulnerable.  Here are our takeaways for this we...2022-08-2443 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter to the Beautiful Mind of Simone de BeauvoirThis week on the Love Letters, Life & Other Conversations podcast Jane shares a quote from Simone de Beauvoir as the springboard for this week's conversation, and also reads a few excerpts from the book, Becoming Beauvoir by Kate Kirkpatrick.  The quote: 'One's life has value so long as one attributes value to the life of others'  ~ Simone de BeauvoirWendy and Jane talk about how you will find what you are looking for, and if you change your perspective, you can shift what you are calling into you.And for th...2022-08-1731 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter to Letting Go of the Auto YesThis week on the Love Letters, Life & Other Conversations podcast Wendy shares her experience listening to Terri Cole speak on two podcast episodes as a springboard for the conversation.  She shares about how she is challenging herself to stop saying an automatic yes for seven days.  To give thoughtful consideration to the ‘yes’ response vs giving it freely and without thought.Jane and Wendy also talk about how not only is it important to stop the auto yes, but it is equally important to omit the unnecessary apology, and they discuss the gift (although a bit awkward at fir...2022-08-1033 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter to the Legacy of ParentingThis week on the Love Letters, Life & Other Conversations podcast Jane shares the following writing from @mombrain.therapist as the springboard for the conversation.  'Your grown up kids aren’t going to sit around and talk about how the house was decorated or what size clothing you wore. They are going to talk about how safe they felt at home, how you loved them unconditionally and how it felt to be a respected family member.'Wendy and Jane each share their own experiences as the adult child now sitting around talking about their parents and...2022-08-0326 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter to Faith & SurrenderThis week on the Love Letters, Life & Other Conversations podcast Wendy shares two excerpts from the book A Return to Love by Marianne Williamson for this week's springboard. One that talks about faith and the other that talks about surrender.  The each share their own stories of faith and surrender and agree that the two are inextricably linked.  Here are our takeaways for this week:WendyShe loves the expansiveness of sharing the journey through conversation that lends to new perspective and growth. Everything that has turned her off about rel...2022-07-2742 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter to Owning Our Actions & ExperienceThis week on the Love Letters, Life & Other Conversations podcast Jane shared a quote she heard as their springboard for the conversation."Don't regret being a good person to the wrong person. Your actions say everything about you and your actions say everything about you. "  ~AnonymousThey talk about the idea that we each own our experience and that our actions reflect who we are, including our reactions to what others are putting out.  Jane also shares a Brené Brown quote, 'Strong Back, Soft Front, Wilde Heart' and they talk about how this relates to own...2022-07-2035 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Lover Letter to the End of SilenceOn this week’s podcast Jane and Wendy discuss a Instagram post that found Jane moved by the power of ending the silence in a relationship.  To taking that step to communicate or to acknowledge so as to quiet the deafening sound of silence that can be so heart-wrenching. Here are the words from the post: --- Losing lovers, best friends or even family members that you were so close to is one of the hardest pains you can experience. Going from telling someone about your day, about the accomplishments you’ve done or the s...2022-07-1328 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter to Living into our PotentialOn this week’s podcast Jane and Wendy discuss an excerpt from the book 'A Return to Love' by Marianne Williamson.  Wendy shares the quote as the springboard for their conversation about embracing and living our potential.  They discuss not holding back, being present and that if a dream is in your heart, it is meant for you. Wendy’s TakeawayTrust myself and give myself the permission to do what is in my heart.  Vulnerability is 'empowered bravery'Jane’s TakeawaysThat this has cemented the concept of doing it messy and that the act of...2022-07-0639 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter to Self WorthOn this week’s podcast Jane and Wendy discuss self worth.  A rich conversation flowed as a result of Jane's springboard for this week.  She had read the following:"I will never for a moment in my life ever again fight for somebody to see my worth. Never, ever again."      ~ Author UnknownThrough the conversation Jane and Wendy share their own experiences with moments of not feeling their self worth and moments when they embraced it and declared that they too would never, ever, again fight for somebody to see their worth.    In the conversati...2022-06-2954 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter to the Push & Pull of Life’s CircumstancesOn this week’s podcast Jane and Wendy discuss three quotes that Wendy brought forward as the spring board for their conversation.You can live your life out of circumstance or you can live your life out of vision.  ~ Werner ErhardPain pushes until the vision pulls.~ Reverend Dr. Michael Beckwith Freedom is what you do with what’s been done to you.  ~ Jean-Paul SartreEach of these quotes centres around the idea of the push and the pull in life.  Jane and Wendy talk about how the discomfort and even pai...2022-06-2236 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter to Purpose, to Your Raison d'etre!This week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations podcast Jane and Wendy discuss 'The 5 balls of Life' speech by Coca-Cola's former CEO Brian Dyson and the concept of having a purpose or a raison d'etre, as the springboard for their conversation.  The five balls of life are made up of work, family, health, friends and spirit.  Jane and Wendy discuss the importance of these, and that ultimately it is having purpose or a raison d'etre that gives life meaning.  They talk about how purpose can change and evolve with the seasons in life, but that it...2022-06-1537 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Say Yes! to the Best, a Love Letter to your PrioritiesThis week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations podcast Jane and Wendy use a long love, and slightly modified quote by John C Maxwell as their springboard.  The original quote is 'Learn to say no to the good so you can say yes to the best'.  Wendy shares that she has held this quote near and dear for a long time with a slight modification to 'say not to the good and yes to the best!'The talk about how this is essentially setting personal non-negoitables and priorities to ensure that you have space to...2022-06-0828 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter to the Impact of Shared StoriesThis week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations podcast Jane and Wendy use a listeners email as a springboard and an example of how recognition of the state of things can be a love letter to your relationship.They talk about how recognition of the state of things is the first step to growing in a relationship. Wendy shares a quote by Cherralea Morgen, “Life is not fair. Sometimes you get a splinter sliding down a rainbow.” and they both remind us not to panic, because the reality is, that there are ebbs and flows in a re...2022-05-2537 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Conversation About GoodbyesThis week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations podcast Jane and Wendy's springboard for there conversation is a post from a favorite, Yung Pueblo. A particular instagram post hit home for Jane and together she and Wendy shared a deeper conversation about the impact of a good-bye. The post read: manage your reactions but do not suppress your emotions ~ Yung PuebloWendy’s TakeawaysA 'too-da-loo' means you're in the inner circle There are such benefits to being a life long learnerJane’s Takeawa...2022-05-1831 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter in Action! Part 3 of 3This week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations podcast we are wrapping up our conversation with our first guest, Trish Donnelly.  In this episode, Trish joins Jane and Wendy and they take more about the idea of the love journal and how implementing the intentional practice helped heal and grow the relationship between Trish and her husband.Wendy’s TakeawaysThe intentionality of the actions of creating a space and sharing the wordsHow all the things that were being said were then also reflected in the actions.The rules of engagement for the journal and...2022-05-1138 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter in Action! Part 2 of 3This week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations podcast we are delighted to have our first guest!  Last week we shared a beautiful and inspiring love letter from a listener who we no longer need to call 'Eve'.  Trish Donnelly joins Wendy to talk about the letter, her story and reflect on last week's podcast.  Wendy and Trish share a beautiful conversation about being women of faith and how that has supported them, how Trish's story inspires others, the gift of reaching for our dreams and so much more. Jane was kept away thi...2022-05-0534 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter in Action! Part 1 of 3This week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations podcast Jane and Wendy use the listener's beautiful and inspiring love letter, as their springboard for their conversation.  And...this week's conversation was so good that we decided to invite the author of the springboard letter to be the first guest on the podcast!  Jane and Wendy decided to hold their takeaways from this two part series until after next week's conversation.  We hope you loved this conversation and we invite you to join us next week as we continue the conversation with our first guest. 2022-04-2825 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!REPLAY: What is a Love LetterAs we close out the first season of Love Letters, Life and Other Conversations we wanted to re-share  the prelude episode in which Jane and Wendy outline what a love letter is.  We are getting ready for Season 2 and are excited to be adding guests to upcoming episodes! Continuing to use yours and our love letters, we will be inviting others to join the conversation with Jane and Wendy.  If you would like to share your love letter with us for consideration in a future episode, please send it to us a loveletterconversations@gmail.com 2022-04-2108 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Song about Being Courageous in Relationships as a Love LetterThis week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations podcast Jane and Wendy use the song 'Let it all Go' by the artists Birdy + Rhodes, as their springboard for their conversation.   We invite you to find the song where you listen to music and then join the conversation.Wendy’s TakeawaysMaking a habit of saying yes to yourself is everythingJane’s TakeawaysThe big lesson behind the song - is that if we are strong enough to get into the murky waters, then we are strong...2022-04-1324 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Morning Routine as a Love LetterThis week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations Podcast Jane and Wendy take about the practice of a morning routine, using the principle of S.A.V.E.R.S from the book the Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod as their springboard for this week's conversation.S.A.V.E.R.S stands for Silence, Affirmations, Visualisation, Exercise, Reading, and Scribing.Wendy’s TakeawaysThe acronym itself and the thoughtful way in which the items are ordered. That we can adjust these suggestions in a way that fits our life, wit...2022-04-0643 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Love Letters to our Future SelvesThis week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations Podcast Jane and Wendy share love letters to their future selves.  This springboard comes from an exercise from Jane’s online class ‘I Want More the Next 30 Years’.  Both Jane and Wendy read their letters and talk about the impact that writing and reading these letters had for them. Wendy’s TakeawaysThe idea that our experiences are ours to own, even when they are shared. Being invited into someone else’s space to share in their ‘world’ still leave you open to the ownership of the...2022-03-3022 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter to Friendship and What You Look for in a FriendThis week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations Podcast Jane and Wendy talk about the essential ingredients they look for in friendship.  They discuss what qualities make a good friendship or that reveal a not so good one. They also share that they have different groups of friends born out of life’s seasons and circumstances and how those friendships support them in different ways.As well, they both agree that when we are defining and seeking the characteristics we are looking for in a friend, that we are fostering those characteristics in ourselves also. 2022-03-2238 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!An Email as a Love LetterThis week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations Podcast Jane and Wendy use an email as their springboard for their conversation.  The email contains a heartfelt message about maintaining a long-distance friendship that is deeply rooted, but requires attention and care all the same.  They discuss the need for, and elements of maintenance for friendships, how we define and experience emotional intimacy, and the rules of engagement for hard conversations in order to have deeper, more meaningful relationships. Wendy’s TakeawaysThe opportunities we allow our f...2022-03-1633 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Lesson as a Love LetterThis week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations Podcast Jane and Wendy discuss a lesson from Jane’s ‘I Want More the Next 30 years’ class.  They dig deeper into the idea of making something special and being reflective and intentional. Wendy’s TakeawayIf something doesn’t feel fun or exciting, think of a way to reframe it and a way to make it open up a truth or a different way to look at a situation. Jane’s TakeawayThis exercise uncovers so much and opens us up to discover so much.Gratitude...2022-03-0933 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter to Friendship by Little JaneThis week on the Love Letters, Life and Other Conversations Podcast Jane shares a poem that she wrote as an 8 or 9-year-old girl about friendship. She and Wendy talk about what little Jane must have been thinking about when she wrote it, how even in their fifties they are still asking for the things they seek in others and in themselves, and how what is being asked may also be characteristics that we are trying to embody for ourselves. Wendy’s TakeawayConversation is powerful Words are powerful and if we took a moment to write down...2022-03-0224 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Eulogy as a Love LetterThis week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations Podcast Jane and Wendy talk about a eulogy written about Jane by her friend.  They discuss how one strives to live a life that has a positive impact on others and how this gift of words from a friend was a way of showing how that was true.  Wendy’s TakeawayThe discovery of ‘The Jane Factor’ and her choice to shift it from a backwards joke to one of positive admiration. Jane’s TakeawayThat jolt of reading about yourself as though you are no long...2022-02-2323 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter to a Quote by De Philosopher DJ KyosThis week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations Podcast Jane and Wendy talk about a quote used in Jane’s program ‘I Want More the Next 30 Years’. The quote is given to students at the start of week three and it is: “It takes only one event in life, then your whole life changes completely. That even it doesn’t find you. You find it by going out there and doing something, not by just sitting and doing nothing.”  ~ De philosopher DJ KyosThey talk about;How a pivotal moment can truly change how you...2022-02-1633 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Do "This" to Fall in Love - A Special Love Letters Series Part 2Jane and Wendy are sharing two additional episodes this week, to continue their celebration of Valentine’s Day with a special three part series called ‘Do ‘this’ to Fall in Love.  On Wednesday they shared the first episode in this series, each answering a series of questions based on the article ‘The 36 Questions That Lead to Love’.  In this episode they carry on with questions 13 through 24. Here are this episode’s questions:13. If a crystal ball could tell you the truth about yourself, your life, the future or anything else, what would you want to know?...2022-02-1136 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter to Connection & Yung PuebloThis week on Love Letters, Life, and Conversations Podcast Jane and Wendy took their podcast recording to Instagram Live to share the recording process with their listeners.  The springboard for their conversation this week is a quote by meditator, writer and speaker, Yung Pueblo. Jane and Wendy discuss the quote and ask themselves and listeners to reflect on this passage not only from the perspective of a love relationship but also in terms of friendship and connection with everyone in your life. They discuss the importance of checking in with each other and making our connections a pr...2022-02-0241 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Love Letter to "An Invitation to the Great Game" by Adam RobinsonThis week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations Podcast Jane and Wendy discuss the to be published book "An Invitation to the Great Game" by Adam RobinsonWendy shares a chance encounter with author Adam Robinson and the generosity he showed with his time, words, and connection through conversation. Jane and Wendy discuss taking the time to be present, whether that is by turning off your phone or subscribing to the idea of a two-drink minimum, meaning take the time to sit and be present in the time it takes to have two drinks of...2022-01-2635 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Word as a Love Letter to the Year AheadThis week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations Podcast Jane and Wendy discuss how choosing a word to guide your year is like a love letter to the months ahead.Wendy and Jane share the words that they have chosen for 2022. They talk about how setting a word for the year gives an intention to attach to decisions and actions as you move through the year. They also talk about how these words can have a lasting impact even after the year has passed. Wendy’s TakeawayThe how is not our...2022-01-1237 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Jack Gilbert Poem as a Love LetterThis week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations Podcast Jane and Wendy discuss the poem A Brief for the Defense by American Poet Jack Gilbert as a love letter. Wendy and Jane talk about the act of allowing for delight and richness in life, and that our joy does not take the joy away from someone else. They talk about;How one person's experience of joy may not at all be the same as another.That if we focus on injustice and are allowed only to be happy when no one is su...2022-01-0543 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Love Letters to OurselvesThis week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations Podcast Jane and Wendy share how we can give a Love Letters to Ourselves.Wendy and Jane are no longer waiting for someone to give them permission to live their lives as they want them to be.  They have each written a love letter to themselves in the form of a motto to live by.  Jane’s love letter to herself is “I’m never going back to the beige, I’m only available for extraordinary” and Wendy’s love letter to herself is “I’m only available for what...2021-12-2931 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!A Song as a Love Letter to Chateau BosgouetThis week on the Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations Podcast Jane and Wendy share and talk about A Song as a Love Letter to Chateau Bosgouet.Jane shares a story of how Charlotte of Viv et Margot, a now dear friend, persistently encouraged her to join in the practice of doing Instagram Lives and a resulting contest that arose from that experience. The contest was to submit a love letter to win a Chateau Life Residency at Chateau Bosgouet. Contestants could submit anything that they considered a love letter, be it a poem, a letter, a...2021-12-2235 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Jeff's Birthday Love LetterThis week on Love Letters, Life, and Other Conversations Podcast Jane and Wendy share and talk about a Birthday love letter to Wendy’s dear friend Jeff.While an incredible cook, Wendy’s dear friend Jeff had proclaimed he was not able to make cookies.  This led to Wendy making cookies for him each year on his birthday.  This particular Birthday love letter came the year that Jeff retired and moved to France - too far to send his birthday cookies. Wendy’s solution to the distance between them was to send the dry ingredients to France for Jeff...2021-12-1536 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Anna's Love Letter to her Teacher SusieJoin Jane and Wendy as they have an authentic unedited conversation about a Love Letter from Anna to her teacher Susie.Anna’s love letter to Susie illustrates the power a teacher has to make a lasting impact. ‘She was more than a teacher to all of us’For forty years Susie encouraged her students to embrace their life experiences, planting the seeds in their hearts to reach for their dreams. Later in life, Anna had the opportunity to share with Susie that  ‘This life I’m living was inspired by you’, and then Anna was...2021-12-0837 minsay YES to yourself!say YES to yourself!Wendy's Love Letter to JaneThis week on the Love Letters, Life, & Other Conversations Podcast Jane and Wendy share and discuss Wendy's Love Letter to Jane.Join them as they have an authentic unedited conversation about what this letter meant to each of them; Jane in the receiving of it and Wendy in the expression of it. They talk about;How a love letter can allow you to enter the murky waters and say things you feel you would or could never say to someone in person.The idea of storytelling and sharing stories is a gift f...2021-12-0129 min