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This weeks episode begins our emPOWRD journey! I have been listen, learning and humaning for a while now and just like you life has thrown me a few curve balls. The way I have responded has been to understand how to stay resilient, how to care for myself, so I can then show up fully for the people and situations in my life. AND I when life got really hard I decided I wanted to live the hard things fully so I can embrace and celebrate the good and beautiful things. My tag line has become, "it's a hard and beautiful life"- that's just the truth of it.  So here is the beginning of me sharing some of the tools I use to figure out to ride the waves of this human life, which has ultimately led me to living a more authentic aligned life.. I call this my toolkit . This has turned into a "program" I offer to others so you can build your own toolkit and live your most beautiful, hard precious life. 

Dr. Erin Sepic is a Canadian-born University of VT grad, who obtained her Doctor of Chiropractic degree in the beautiful Finger Lakes @ New York Chiropractic College. She has been practicing in VT since 2005, as she fell in love with it as an undergrad at UVM. She enjoys nearly all methods of being outdoors, (in all Seasons) and mainly engages with her family, tribe and dog Gryffin, on sailboats, bikes, or skis of some kind. www.DrErinSepic.comhttps://www.facebook.com/erin.sepichttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-erin-sepic-62702141/& Diana brings over 32 years of leadership expertise, mindfulness, and a deep appreciation for the  science of group dynamics to her consulting and trainings. She is an Internationally Certified Behavioral Super Power Coach (the only one in Canada),  Founder and lead trainer/curriculum developer of Anjeli Yoga Teaching Academy, Founder of Re-Align to Thrive™ Leadership and Communication Consulting.  In addition, Diana is a 5x International Bestselling Author and International Transformational Speaker.www.dianalockett.comhttps://www.instagram.com/dianalockettcoachhttps://www.facebook.com/dianalockettcoach

Kate Landry is the Continued Care Specialist at a premier addiction treatment center nestled in the green mountains of Stowe, VT.  Kate helps set individuals up on their recovery path after they discharge from treatment and guides them in finding an aftercare plan that rings true within.She is determined to help give away what was so graciously given to her years ago--recovery and happiness.  In this episode, Kate shares her journey toward a new recovered life, and how she got her smile back.

(So good it needed a part 2!) Beana Bern is the founder of Rootstock Retreat, a transformational gathering space, wood-fired bathhouse, and imagination farm in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom. She's in service to supporting people to come home to themselves and the Earth through medicine retreats, elemental healing, ritual, and community. Beana Bern is a creative, energetic, compassionate and evolving:  Space Holder & Guide, Idea Generator., Visionary, Maker, Mental Projector, Kundalini Yogi, New Paradigm Business Coach, Recovering Executive, Psychonaut, Eternal Optimist, Fire Dragon, Artist, Human Crystal, Childless Mother, Storyteller, and Medicine Woman.  You can find more about Beana, Rootstock Retreat, and her upcoming online course "Microdosing Earth Medicine:  A Seasonal Practice for Whole Living" here: https://www.rootstockretreat.comhttps://www.instagram.com/rootstock_retreat/

Beana Bern is the founder of Rootstock Retreat, a transformational gathering space, wood-fired bathhouse, and imagination farm in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom. She's in service to supporting people to come home to themselves and the Earth through medicine retreats, elemental healing, ritual, and community. Beana Bern is a creative, energetic, compassionate and evolving:  Space Holder & Guide, Idea Generator., Visionary, Maker, Mental Projector, Kundalini Yogi, New Paradigm Business Coach, Recovering Executive, Psychonaut, Eternal Optimist, Fire Dragon, Artist, Human Crystal, Childless Mother, Storyteller, and Medicine Woman.  You can find more about Beana, Rootstock Retreat, and her upcoming online course "Microdosing Earth Medicine:  A Seasonal Practice for Whole Living" here: https://www.rootstockretreat.comhttps://www.instagram.com/rootstock_retreat/

“Rama” Wes Wolter, LCMHC, LADC, RYT-500, is the Executive & Clinical Director of Milldale Farm Center for Wellness. He is also the Cofounder of the Vermont Be True Yoga Festival and Bhaktistock Spiritual Music Festival!Wes professionally specializes in a trauma-informed and polyvagal approach to therapy, incorporating EMDR, holistic wellness, spirituality, mindfulness and yoga. He offers services to those struggling with addictions, adults and families through individual and group therapy, consultation and coaching; He is a Mental health supervisor, wellness retreat director and program developer and trainer. He has developed the Foundations for Wellness, exploring 8 pillars that support healthy Body, Mind and Spirit and offers this workshop to many different organizations and populations teaching how to integrate wellness into systems.Milldale Farm Center for Wellness 1461 Bloodbrook Rd. Fairlee, Vermont 05045 802 299 1467IG @milldalefarmwellnessmilldalefarmwellness.com Vtbtyogafest.com 

EMPOWRD is Mary Streeter's upcoming  Stress Management and Resilience Training Program. This program is based on Stress Management and Resiliency Training tools with integrated practices in mindfulness, meditation and yoga along with foundational health principles for wellbeing.

https://www.itwvolunteers.org/Volunteering with ITW is an opportunity to support the rural healthcare system in Uganda, expand the impact of our work, and participate in cross-cultural exchange. Imaging the World is a nonprofit organization focused on high-impact projects. Our volunteers contribute directly to our mission and vision and help sustain our ultrasound, education, and research initiatives. Imaging the World’s model is sustainable and relies on lasting relationships with communities.  https://www.itwvolunteers.org/apply

Jameece Pinckney is the President & CEO of HyQuest Consulting Solutions LLC, a government contractor, headquartered in Gainesville, VA.   She is a visionary, public speaker, thought leader, trainer, and always ready to serve her community.   In fact, Jameece is the Founder & Chairman of the OPHELIA Foundation, a grass roots non-profit established on the principle of HELPing others which focus on issues related Health, Education, Leadership, and Poverty.   Jameece has her Juris Doctor (JD) and can now add international best-selling IGNITE author to her body of work.  Jameece's Links:IG @jaipinck and @inspirationsbydarcelljai and @hyquestconsultFB@darcelljai   Zen Mama & Everyday Gurus can be found on Marystreeter.co/ListenMary's IG @marystreeter.co

Dr Jo Dee Baer America's Top Foundational Health Coach and Holistic Nutritionist:  Focusing on Foundations of Health; Foundations of Living; and Foundations of H.O.P.E. As an Alternative Healing pioneer of 42 years creating energy, vitality, and longevity.  Dr. Jo Dee has empowered clients to lose in excess of 1,000,000+ lbs of toxic fat  and over 2000 clients to reclaim their health during this COVID Era. Her unique simple effective and sustainable solutions are achieved through daily systems; programmatic detoxing and cleansing, for Health isn't something you do, It's who you are along life's journey. 

This week Mary Streeter and Erin Sepic discuss their stories in the International Bestselling book, Ignite Your Wisdom. They also touch on the emotional state of our country in response to recent gun-violence tragedies. When an event triggers a sense of hopelessness, how can we maintain our self-compassion and be intentional about how we show up to make changes in the world? Erin inspires us all to give ourselves compassion first so that we can show up in the most meaningful way possible.  Dr. Erin Sepic's mission is to connect people with the next steps on their path, by helping to identify and clear old limiting beliefs, stories and energy from their space, so they are empowered to create from wholeness and step into the lives they came here to live.

MaryAnn Swan helps women who feel out of place in their lives come home to their truest self so they can experience more love, joy, and acceptance, for themselves, the people they interact with and the journey they are on, regardless of the circumstances. A former schoolteacher with over two decades experience in healing and energy work, she is a skilled group facilitator whose greatest joy is helping women connect with their truth in the moment, share who they authentically are, and know that they aren’t alone.MaryAnn's Links:https://www.maryannswan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/agatheringofhearts/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/agatheringofhearts.toronto 

JB is the founder and CEO of Ignite Publishing, leaders in empowerment publishing, and visionaries in Igniting a billion lives with a billion words. Ignite books are bestsellers around the world with over 500 authors reaching international best-selling status.Her most rewarding work is helping women transition from doing what they must to doing what they love. She is best known for her success as an innovative entrepreneur who has built successful businesses, designed award-winning products, and created international brands. Her deepest enjoyment comes from supporting others in manifesting the lives they have always wanted and the happiness they deserve.JB's Links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepinkbillionaireInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jb_owen_/https://jbowen.website/

Sarah is a coach in the Art of Storytelling. As an international bestselling author she knows what elements makes a story that captivates. Now she helps women create powerful, authentic stories that help their unique voice shine.  As a world traveler, Sarah has been collecting stories from around the globe since childhood and now is on a mission to create a ripple effect where we are all master storytellers of their own lives.

How do you keep your heart open?In this week's episode, Diana Lockett takes us on her journey of radical responsibility and shares how she opened up her heart.  She is a visionary heart leader that has the gift of awakening high-performing women to release stress and anxiety so they can live a love-filled and inspired life. Diana is a 4 x International Bestselling author, Transformational speaker, Communication consultant and Spiritual/Somatic Coach, Yoga Teacher Trainer and meditation and mindfulness coach. She is the Chief Communications Officer with Ignite Publishing.Diana's Links:@dm.lockett (facebook), @Dianalockettcoach (IG)1-1 Re-alignment coaching: https://bit.ly/Re-AlignToThrive™Calendar

Kevin Ellis, better known as Bone Coach™, is a certified integrative nutrition health coach, podcaster, YouTuber, bone health advocate, and is the founder of BoneCoach.com.   Through a unique 3-step process and world-class coaching programs, he has helped women with osteopenia and osteoporosis in over 1500+ cities around the world get confident in their stronger bones plan. His mission is to not just help over 1+ million people around the globe build stronger bones… It's to help our children and grandchildren prevent osteoporosis and other diseases in the future so they can lead long, active lives.Kevin's Links!  BoneCoach™ Website: https://bonecoach.com/ BoneCoach™ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonecoach BoneCoach™ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/bonecoach BoneCoach™ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonecoachkevin BoneCoach™ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bone-coach-osteoporosis-bone-health-podcast/id1483975147

Welcome to this week's musing! Mary previews the release of her upcoming book, Ignite Your Wisdom.  A collection of stories that will Inspire, Encourage, Uplift and Transform you.Mary's Note: "Such an honor to be a part of this compilation book.  I stand with an amazing group of Ignite authors as we tell stories of the human journey. Rich with context as we use the gift of language to land and share our stories of finding the light in the darkness and putting action to the light = HOPE  #janegoodall So much gratitude for the gift of this journey of becoming a published author and sharing my truth in hope of continued healing and clarity of the journey for me and for us all." 

Eat for your purpose!Staci Rieder is an integrative health coach, intuitive guide, personal chef, and postpartum doula. She has been creatively preparing delicious, organic, and allergy-free food for families for over 20 years. She has studied and practiced health and nutrition most of her adult life and has a very eclectic array of knowledge. She is certified in macrobiotic counseling and herbal studies and has studied biochemical and nutritional approaches to mental health and addiction recovery.Staci's instagram: @StaciCooks

Julie St. Onge Founder of New England Coaching Services LLC & The New England Betrayal Trauma Conference. Julie heads up a team of eight coaches to facilitate disclosures, assist couples in the stabilization process, aid those struggling with addiction, and provide safety and stabilization for hurting partners. “I came to a place in life where I was not willing to accept good enough or not that bad… Don't give up on yourself and your soul's ability to heal no matter how complex the journey may be.”Julie's Links:Instagram: @newenglandcoachingservicesWebsite: https://newenglandcoachingservices.com/

We're back with another banter episode with Mary Streeter and Michael Thompson!This conversation starts with a deep discussion on how it feels to navigate perceived roles while also finding our own desires in life. What choice do we have in the way our life unfolds?  How can we stop compromising our integrity and our truth and CHOOSE to be uncomfortable instead of pleasing others?