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tiny changes-Big Shift podcastHaving Difficult ConversationsSummary: Toi B James and I explore her book “Talk About It.” Toi gives a 12-step process to help move the most difficult conversation forward. She gives us insight into a process that works. I appreciated the book and the dignity that it can give you in approaching these situations that can challenge the best of us. We all have them, after all. Vickidawn: Our episode today is Number 30, Having Difficult Conversations. My guest is Toi B James author of Talk About It - 12 Steps to Transformational Conversations, Even When you Disagree. Can you tell us a litt...
2022-03-0328 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastKick the Judge to the CurbLee Ellen and I discuss the destructive nature of letting the judge be in control of life. How it is an enticing, well-worn habit. The judge that came as a guest and stayed as a permanent saboteur. Letting that go takes conscious effort, it doesn’t disappear by magic. The rewards are amazing! Vickidawn: I'll start by saying welcome to episode 29 of tiny changes-Big Shift podcast, Kick the Judge to the Curb. I'm excited to have you here, Lee Ellen. Lee Ellen: Well, thank you. It's nice for you to have me. Vickidawn: Do...
2022-02-0331 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastAre You Operating Over Regret?Summary: Amanda and I talk about regret – operating over it and missing opportunities and how to connect with what we value. We talk about forgiveness and compassion for others, and how our own motivations can be buried and that leads us to blame others. Amanda supports mothers through her Daily Dance facebook page, and gives them permission to fail forward. Vicki: Hello, Amanda. So glad to have you here with me today. Amanda: Hi, Vicki. I'm excited to be here today. Vicki: My guest today is Amanda D. She's that real estate mama an...
2022-01-2027 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastStop: Listen at Your Dependency Risk!Summary: What leads to self-doubt, fear and hesitation in relationships? Over-depending on others and not having a clear sense of self or the confidence to take care of you. Especially when taking care of you conflicts with what someone else wants. In this episode I share some of my own journey – mistakes and wins. If you relate to fear of not being good enough, fear you can’t make up for your past, or fear of missing out – we call that self-centered fear in the program – this show is for you. This fear can produce anxiety and grip tight, but you...
2022-01-0613 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastWomen in Recovery - This One's For You!Summary: As a woman in recovery from addiction for 45 years I know about self-doubt, fear and hesitation. This session explores common feelings and struggles in long term sobriety that women can feel embarrassed to admit, but once they do and shift their perceptions – the results are amazing. They experience happiness, joy, independence and confidence, and renewed interest in their relationships. Hi, everyone. Self-doubt, fear, and hesitation versus confidence, trust, and taking bold action. Do you find yourself almost crippled by self-doubt sometimes? I know I have. How does it show up for you? Do you have conversations wi...
2021-12-3012 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastEmpowermentSummary: Empowerment is made up of acceptance, trust, courage, humility and being open. These ways of being bring clarity and allow me to feel confident and take bold action. Empowerment is not control, it is letting control go and seeking for the outcome that will happen if I try to control or not. If you feel powerless check if you are over identifying with a personality trait. Stop saying I am and say I’m experiencing instead. Hello and welcome to Episode 25, Empowerment. This is a fascinating topic. I'm excited you're here, and thank you so much fo...
2021-12-1610 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastDigging Deeper Into Stress and Daily PracticesSummary: I explore how resistance to what is and other attitudes creates stress and how various daily practices can alleviate it. I’ve found that I often just adjust and tolerate stress rather than actually deal with it effectively. It seems to be socially acceptable, and even a badge of honor to be stressed out because we work so hard or have such a demanding schedule. Here are simple ways to do small things that can make a big difference! Sign up for my email list to receive access to my bi-weekly blog here: https://linktr.ee/vickidawn
2021-12-0211 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastReview the Past - Plan the Future - What About Stress?Summary: I discuss causes of stress and its impact on our lives, mental health, and even our brains. Living in the past or future is a coping mechanism to avoid the uncomfortable elements of the present, but it has a high cost. We know about fight or flight and the physical consequences yet many of us still just cope with it rather than implement changes that can be effective. It starts with our thinking. Listen to hear more. Hello. Welcome to episode 23, review the past, plan the future, and what about stress? I'm your host vickidawn. Today...
2021-11-1811 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastMaintaining Self-Worth in Your RelationshipSummary: This show provides tips to keep your self-worth in your relationship. It is about focusing and celebrating what works, and finding ways to work through those times that are difficult. Our own Self-worth determines so much, so continually taking time for self-care and loving ourselves is the foundation for the rest to follow. Hello, and welcome to Tiny Changes Big Shifts Episode 22. Maintaining Self-Worth in your Relationships. The first question that comes to mind is why do I lose confidence in my relationships in the first place? Every relationship is different, of course, but our own...
2021-11-0409 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastProcrastination: A Problem or a Response? Summary: Mary has long term recovery and works as a LADC licensed addiction councilor for the center for drugs and alcohol and works as on-call chaplain. She leads spirituality groups with persons in recovery. Our discussion on procrastination is a response to stress because of a lack of clarity. It also is a response to anxiety and uncertainty, or not knowing the next steps to take. Whether it is a response to calling a bill collector, having a difficult conversation, or cleaning house, we all fall into procrastinating something. When it becomes chronic then we m...
2021-10-2121 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastFocus-On Outcomes or on the Process?Summary: The power of focus is what creates results. Outcome measures if I met my goal, and it is future oriented. If I focus on the process, I can let the outcome unfold. To focus on the process connects me to present moment to have what I want in life and an awareness of possibility. Neither are bad or wrong, just have different energy. What energy do I want to experience? Welcome to episode number 20, Focus on The Outcomes or on The Process. As you know, I'm the owner-operator of Vickidawn Consulting & Coaching, and I'm very excited...
2021-10-0716 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastFinding Time for Me!Summary: Go to my website: https://vickidawn.com download your Free Gift: Time Management – Create More! Sandi Mitten is a career hair stylist who is a beauty influencer and educator as well as a business builder behind the chair. She is creating a coaching program for the hairstylists. Someone as busy as she is finds challenges in finding time for her. We visit about the payoffs for maintaining that mindset – I don’t have time - as well as how people pleasing can create a barrier to taking the time for your own priorities. Having compass...
2021-09-2323 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastAre You Tired of the Same Patterns in Your Relationships Part 2Summary: In Part 2 Dana Thomas, transformational trainer, coach, and strategist, and I continue our discussion on patterns in relationships, what contributes to them, what sustains them, and tips to interrupt them and let them go. Patience and willingness to work towards a solution, rather than to change someone, are key to shifting some of the most stubborn patterns. Dana inspires people to be in service to their highest visions and their best life. Vickidawn: Hey, Dana. Thanks so much for joining me. Dana: Thank you. Vickidawn: I'm so glad to see you.
2021-09-0919 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastAre You Tired of the Same Patterns in Your Relationships?- 1Summary: Dana Thomas, transformational trainer, coach, and strategist, and I discuss patterns in relationships, what contributes to them, what sustains them, and tips to interrupt them and let them go. Patience and willingness to work towards a solution, rather than to change someone, are key to shifting some of the most stubborn patterns. Vickidawn: Hey, Dana. Thanks so much for joining me. Dana: Thank you. Vickidawn: I'm so glad to see you. Dana: I’m so happy to see you. Vickidawn: As we know, this is Episode 17- Are you...
2021-08-2623 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastI'm Unhappy - Check Your Expectations. What?Summary. Expectations get in the way of our happiness in multiple ways. They recreate experiences based on the past, that may not be relevant or helpful. We do justify them however, in order to have certainty and to be effective and efficient. Habits were created to let us move through life on automatic. But….how helpful is automatic and having expectations when we want to let go of old patterns and experience happiness and fulfillment? Like me you may have experienced a lot of ups and downs in life, and may have reached a point where you th...
2021-08-1218 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastSelf-Doubt and ConfidenceSummary: After 2 episodes – Can I Really Love Myself, you may come up against self-doubt. I explore how self-doubt is created and strengthened over your life, and effective ways you can address it based on small steps that will make a big change over time! Vicki Dawn: Hello, and welcome to episode 15, self-doubt and confidence. Oh, my What a big topic. Self-doubt has been such a crippling thing for me throughout my life. I don't know if you can relate. As you know, my name is Vicki Dawn. I started Vicki Dawn Consulting & Coaching to support businesswomen and en...
2021-07-2923 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastCan I Really Love Myself-Part 2Summary: This is a continued discussion about radical self-acceptance and love, not the self-serving love we may have been taught to think self-love is, but having a high regard for your own well-being and happiness. Learning what your needs are and not sacrificing them to please someone else. We visit the cost of people pleasing and Laurie gives tools for working through your emotions to process them rather than stuffing them. [00:00:02] Vicki: Hi, Laurie. I'm so glad you're here. Thank you for joining me. Our topic today is Can I Really Love Myself. I'm really excited about...
2021-07-1530 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastCan I Really Love Myself Part 1Summary: This discussion is about radical self-acceptance and love, not the self-serving love we may have been taught to think self-love is, but having a high regard for your own well-being and happiness. Learning what your needs are and not sacrificing them to please someone else. We visit judging ourselves and how forgiveness and compassion relieve that critical voice. This discussion will continue in Can I Really Love Myself Part 2. [00:00:02] Vicki: Hi, Laurie. I'm so glad you're here. Thank you for joining me. [00:00:07] Laurie Schible: Absolutely. This is so exciting and such an honor to...
2021-07-0120 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastNonviolent CommunicationSummary: Kelly McGrath discusses Nonviolent Communication and how it benefits her life, her mediation practice, and her clients. Nonviolent communication is it’s a method of communication that was founded and created by Dr. Marshall Rosenberg and it has four components. Observations, feelings, needs, and requests. Your observation versus your evaluations, so the things you would see if a video was being taken of something, that’s the observation, what actually occurred. And then we all put our spin on that in our mind, based on our past family of origin beliefs and other beliefs. So those are...
2021-06-1731 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastOn Communication with Brock & ConnorSummary: This couple has aspired to remain connected and committed, in spite of transitions in life that go from dating and breaking up while living together during the pandemic. This required new ways to communicate and to make agreements about boundaries. By accessing courage, honesty, and commitment this team has recreated a loving, joyful experience together that survives living miles apart. Lessons learned have impacted both their lives in unexpected and meaningful ways, from relationships with others to careers and navigating being in new ways. Ways like speaking up and being present, to allowing space for someone...
2021-06-0330 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastHarmony - Live in Alignment with TracyDo you experience harmony or are you still searching for balance? Tracy Record and I discuss staying true to yourself - another perspective on living life in Harmony. It is no secret that developing a vision, using it to guide your actions to stay committed to your goals, and knowing what you want and how to get there take time, patience with yourself, and effort to discover both what it is you want, and what gets in the way of you experiencing it.
2021-05-2025 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastFierce Focus & Powerful QuestionsI coach businesswomen and entrepreneurs to express their genius - without leaving their life behind! Developing fierce focus and asking yourself powerful questions is how you fulfill what you want in life - to have it happen. These skills take practice, support, and time - and are so worth the effort. In this episode I give you tips on what questions to ask, and how to develop that focus to avoid distractions.
2021-05-0617 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastForgiveness with Elizabeth BlenisElizabeth and I discuss the power of forgiveness. Although not necessarily a skill we talk about building in our career, it is critical to conflict resolution and feeling connected with co-workers, friends, and family. Forgiveness is a space - a space to reflect, see where I might be wrong, and to make a shift into letting go. When I can do that, I am free. Forgiveness is also a decision then. A decision to let go. How to forgive yourself? Accept ownership, experience your remorse, focus on restoration and renew your commitment to let go.
2021-04-2229 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastFaith in Your Creativity with BarbThis show is with Barbara Ledbury, a creative package engineer. We discuss having faith in your creativity, and what creativity is beyond the traditional understanding of being part of the arts. Creativity allows improved mood and cognitive function, helps your social life, reduces stress and anxiety and magnifies your self-esteem. All good reasons to nurture this trait and let your creativity flow!
2021-04-0826 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastJudgment Blockers with Laurie Dionne AsbeckThe biggest shadow on your light is judgment. Hear how judgment shows up in both limiting and supportive ways. Laurie gives us a foundation to think about: We are all connected; I can only see in you what is in me; when I hurt you, I hurt me; live and let live; and - I am not in control! What we don’t often do is question our judgments, we call them ME – we identify them as part of our personality! When you work from your vision your inner light shines, you are passionate and full...
2021-03-2518 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastClearing the Clutter with ToriTori Michaels is a gifted psychic/evidential medium. She utilizes this gift as a transformational Coach, Master Feng Shui Practitioner, Inspirational Speaker, Teacher, Trainer and Workshop/Retreat Leader Tori helps people integrate and sustain the changes they are ready to make in life. Feng Shui is one tool she uses to help people do that – the inner is reflected in the outer, and vice versa! It’s time to address the clutter - in email – in procrastination - and literal clutter - paper – closets - those things we just don’t deal with. Where do y...
2021-03-1122 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastServing Your Vision with Jenell KellyJenell brings her energy and enthusiasm for life to our discussion on Serving Your Vision. First step: get clear what are you passionate about, what is it you want to create with your life? Tap in, reach out, connect with people that can help you reach it. Community and collaboration are everything. Wake up everyday and take action on your vision. Learn to appreciate and celebrate yourself along the way - and do that NOW.
2021-02-2832 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastCrafting Your Vision for 2021 with Helen Gardiner-ParksHelen Gardiner-Parks is a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner who uses transformational coaching and Reiki energy in her work as a nutritional therapist. Helen’s passion is supporting women struggling with eating, anxiety and digestive issues. Helen is leaving fear behind in 2020 and moving into a deeper connection with her courage to step into the new adventures she has planned. Having a conversation with fear can help you minimize its size, so that rather than a megaphone blaring it becomes a small voice. You can also learn from your fears. Helen’s starting place: acknowledge you have dreams, then...
2021-02-2831 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastLife Purpose with Milli HuserMilli Huser, coach, trainer, and consultant, and I visit about life purpose, how having a purpose clarifies everyday decisions and gives your life direction and value. Filled with Milli gems, this podcast will connect as you develop or clarify your own life purpose. Your purpose is the starting place to define your vision and shape your goals. If you are feeling stuck in life, connecting to purpose gives you energy and renewed passion. Because we each have a purpose specific to us based on our talents and gifts, it also connects us to our contribution in life. That’s big...
2021-02-2829 min
tiny changes-Big Shift podcastIntroduction conversation with vickidawnThis episode introduces vickidawn, the value she hopes you experience listening to the show, and a little bit about her and her life. She is excited to connect with listeners who may be experiencing life transitions, not sure about next steps, feeling lost or stuck in self-defeating habits, and to support them in identifying those next steps that bring life forward. When we experience a Big Shift in life it can feel magical, but it was the result of lots of tiny changes that prepared the way. Learn more at https://vickidawn.com
2021-02-1709 min