Finding Your Spark Again

How to Follow Joy in BusinessSummaryIn this conversation, Kathy Goughenour shares her journey of leaving the corporate world to create a business based on joy. She emphasizes the importance of valuing joy and taking action to live a fulfilling life. Kathy also discusses the power of reframing failure as feedback and celebrating both success and mistakes. She highlights the significance of enjoying every moment and living authentically, challenging societal expectations.Kathy shares her perspective on retirement and the importance of exploring new possibilities with purpose. Overall, this conversation encourages listeners to embrace joy and create a life they love. Kathy Goughenour and Donnalynn also discuss the importance of overcoming pushback and naysayers, especially for women in business. They emphasize the need to listen to oneself and ignore negative voices. They also explore the possibilities of building relationships in the online business world and the freedom to explore different cultures and energies. The conversation highlights the significance of making hard choices and including others in the conversation. They discuss the importance of embracing inner joy and knowing that all is well. Finally, they talk about creating joy and celebrating life.TakeawaysValue joy and take action to live a fulfilling life.Reframe failure as feedback and celebrate both success and mistakes.Enjoy every moment and live authentically.Explore new possibilities with purpose, even in retirement. Overcome pushback and naysayers by listening to yourself and ignoring negative voices.Build relationships in the online business world to expand your reach and opportunities.Make hard choices and include others in the conversation to find a balance in relationships.Embrace inner joy and know that all is well, allowing for a more joyful and fulfilling life.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Valuing Joy01:18 Leaving the Corporate World04:25 Learning from Mistakes and Reframing Failure05:03 Creating a Business You Love06:29 Making Learning Fun07:17 Celebrating Success and Failure08:32 Reframing Failure as Feedback09:35 Enjoying Every Moment11:10 Living Authentically and Embracing Emotions13:14 Challenging Societal Expectations15:20 Choosing Joy and Enjoying Life20:30 Traveling with Purpose21:17 Listening to Your Desires21:44 Overcoming Pushback and Naysayers23:11 Listening to Yourself and Ignoring Negative Voices23:33 Building Relationships in the Online Business World25:30 Exploring Different Cultures and Energies27:08 Making Hard Choices and Including Others in the Conversation28:36 Finding a Balance in Relationships29:56 Raising Awareness and Making Choices30:40 Embracing Inner Joy and Knowing All is Well33:08 Creating Joy and Celebrating Life37:20 Shifting Uncomfortable Feelings into Joy41:12 Connecting with Kathy GoughenourAbout Kathy GoughenourKathy Goughenour is the founder of Virtual Expert® Training, where she teaches professional women how to build their own, work-from-anywhere Virtual Expert businesses. Kathy runs her virtual empire from her dream home — which is a tiny cabin in the middle of a Missouri national forest. She can be found sporting a tiara most of the time. And she wears PJs (not gowns). Yes, you got it. PJs and tiaras because that’s the type of kingdom she’s ruling. And why not? She knows that when you become a powerful woman, you can make your own rules.Website: https://www.virtualexperttraining.com/  ABOUT YOUR HOST: Donnalynn Riley is a Joy Coach and Speaker. She has been described as a powerful translator for humankind, helping people take the esoteric concepts that make sense around how the world works; spirituality, the law of attraction, energy, the power of the mind–and apply them in a way that actually works to create lasting joyful success with ease. She helps people have the best day ever over and over again, moving away from ineffectively envisioning the things they want: more time, more money, and more freedom, to create their dream life full of joy, success and ease.Educated as a Spiritual Health Coach, Quantum Biofeedback Specialist and Certified Law Of Attraction Wealth Practitioner, Donnalynn has been coaching high-achievers to become masters of their energy, communication, relationships, and success for over a decade. Featured in FOX, ABC, NBC, and CBS, Donnalynn Riley is now on a mission to inspire 42 million people to prioritize their joy and emotional well-being so they can achieve their goals and have the most awesome time doing it!Website: https://Donnalynn.Blog ★ Support this podcast ★

Powerful Energy Of JoySummaryCsangor Daniel, an expert in bioenergy healing, discusses the power of distance healing and the science behind it. He explains that we are all connected through energy and that our energy fields can be manipulated to promote healing. Csangor shares his personal journey and the influence of his teacher, as well as the method he teaches to others. He emphasizes the importance of personal power and maintaining a positive mindset. Csangor also discusses the process of proving the effectiveness of energy healing and provides resources for further learning.TakeawaysDistance healing is possible because we are all connected through energy.Our energy fields can be manipulated to promote healing and restore balance.Maintaining a positive mindset and personal power is crucial for overall well-being.Learning and practicing energy healing can empower individuals to take control of their own health.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background01:29 Understanding Distance Healing06:06 The Science Behind Energy Healing07:34 The Process of Distance Healing08:18 The Influence of a Powerful Teacher09:22 The Method of Bioenergy Healing12:32 The Connection Between Healing and Personal Power14:40 The Importance of Movement and Positive Energy19:20 The Power of Belief and Knowing22:14 Proving the Effectiveness of Energy Healing24:30 Physical Healing and the Flow of Energy26:36 Learning and Practicing Energy Healing28:16 Conclusion and ResourcesAbout Csongor DanielCsongor Daniel, was born and raised in Yugoslavia, where he studied engineering, as well as one of the most powerful healing methods of our time. Author of Bioenergy Healing – Simple Techniques for Reducing Pain and Restoring Health through Energetic Healing; as well as 3 other books, and now an online seminar on the same subject. Csongor (pronounced: Chongor) teaches internationally and practices in Florida, with clients all over the world - thanks to his effective long distance healing method.His teacher has healed more than a million people. Csongor’s goal is to teach that many – how to heal themselves and others.Website: https://www.csongordaniel.com/ ABOUT YOUR HOST: Donnalynn Riley is a Joy Coach and Speaker. She has been described as a powerful translator for humankind, helping people take the esoteric concepts that make sense around how the world works; spirituality, the law of attraction, energy, the power of the mind–and apply them in a way that actually works to create lasting joyful success with ease. She helps people have the best day ever over and over again, moving away from ineffectively envisioning the things they want: more time, more money, and more freedom, to create their dream life full of joy, success and ease.Educated as a Spiritual Health Coach, Quantum Biofeedback Specialist and Certified Law Of Attraction Wealth Practitioner, Donnalynn has been coaching high-achievers to become masters of their energy, communication, relationships, and success for over a decade. Featured in FOX, ABC, NBC, and CBS, Donnalynn Riley is now on a mission to inspire 42 million people to prioritize their joy and emotional well-being so they can achieve their goals and have the most awesome time doing it!Website: https://Donnalynn.BlogWant help finding your best life?http://donnalynn.chat/ ★ Support this podcast ★

Finding The Way To SpiritualitySummaryIn this episode, Donnalynn interviews Bob Martin, a Taoist, Buddhist, Christian, criminal trial lawyer, meditation teacher, social worker, and happiness coach. Bob shares his background and inspiration for his latest book, which combines Taoist teachings with Christian language. They discuss the goal of happiness and finding purpose and meaning in life. Bob explains the importance of increasing left-side brain activity and building neural pathways for a balanced and optimistic mindset. They also touch on the science behind happiness and the benefits of activities like ballroom dancing. The episode concludes with information about Bob's book and contact details.TakeawaysFinding purpose and meaning in life leads to happiness.Increasing left-side brain activity can promote optimism and a positive mindset.Building neural pathways through practice and repetition can lead to ease and flow in various activities.Combining different belief systems can create understanding and connection.Living in the present moment and letting go of resistance can lead to personal growth and transformation.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:28 Bob Martin's Background and Inspiration for His Latest Book04:24 Bob Martin's Marriage and the Intersection of Taoism and Christianity06:05 Creating a Rosetta Stone for Different Belief Systems08:23 The Goal of Happiness and Finding Purpose and Meaning09:20 Transition and Letting Go of Resistance10:13 Unconditional Joy and the Unknown11:19 Curiosity and the Desire to Find More14:37 Building Neural Pathways and Increasing Left-Side Brain Activity21:27 The Science Behind Happiness and the Brain26:18 Ballroom Dancing as a Left-Side Brain Enhancer29:22 Reactivating Neural Pathways and Finding Flow32:01 Mastering Wu Wei and Living in the Moment33:43 Bob Martin's Book and Contact Information34:45 ConclusionAbout Bob MartinBob Martin has had a diverse career and spiritual journey, including being a criminal trial attorney, social worker, therapist, professor, and mindfulness teacher. He has also been a columnist and happiness coach, exploring different religions such as Taoism,Buddhism, and Christianity.In the late 80s, a conflict with his powerful clients led Bob to move to North Carolina, where he established himself in the community as an Assistant District Attorney and later opened a private practice.His work with Taoism and Buddhism led him to close his law practice in 2000. He returned to school, earned a master's in social work, and became certified as a facilitator/teacher in two schools of meditation. He devoted himself to holistically representing indigent clients until his retirement.Then Elon University asked him aboard, where he continues to teach Business Law and Mindful Leadership. This year, he became the Mindfulness Employee Resource Group coordinator. Shortly, he expects to teach meditation on campus as part of Elon's Wellness Programming.Pick up his book ‘I Am The Way’ for a deeper understanding of the universal principles present in both Christianity and Taoism.Website: http://www.iamthewaybook.com Website: https://awiseandhappylife.com/meditation LinkedIn:: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-martin-995b30127Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awiseandhappylifeABOUT YOUR HOST: Donnalynn Riley is a Joy Coach and Speaker. She has been described as a powerful translator for humankind, helping people take the esoteric concepts that make sense around how the world works; spirituality, the law of attraction, energy, the power of the mind–and apply them in a way that actually works to create lasting joyful success with ease. She helps people have the best day ever over and over again, moving away from ineffectively envisioning the things they want: more time, more money, and more freedom, to create their dream life full of joy, success and ease.Educated as a Spiritual Health Coach, Quantum Biofeedback Specialist and Certified Law Of Attraction Wealth Practitioner, Donnalynn has been coaching high-achievers to become masters of their energy, communication, relationships, and success for over a decade. Featured in FOX, ABC, NBC, and CBS, Donnalynn Riley is now on a mission to inspire 42 million people to prioritize their joy and emotional well-being so they can achieve their goals and have the most awesome time doing it!Website: https://Donnalynn.BlogWant help finding your best life?http://donnalynn.chat/ ★ Support this podcast ★

Fun & ConfidenceSummaryIn this conversation, Donnalynn and Tamara Pflug discuss the relationship between belief systems and confidence. They emphasize the importance of building confidence in the present moment and how it can be related to specific situations in daily life. They also highlight the role of lightness and fun in the process of building confidence, and how not taking ourselves too seriously can be beneficial. The conversation explores the connection between confidence and seeking approval from others, and the need to redirect negative thoughts. They discuss the use of past experiences to generate confidence and the importance of building momentum and flow state. Overall, the conversation provides insights and practical tips for building confidence and finding joy in life.TakeawaysConfidence is built on belief systems and can be accessed by shifting our thoughts.Building confidence is a process that happens in the present moment and is related to specific situations in daily life.Approaching the journey of building confidence with lightness and fun can be more effective than being too serious.Redirecting negative thoughts and using past experiences of confidence can help generate confidence in the present moment.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:32 Belief System and Confidence04:04 Specific Situations and Confidence06:40 The Importance of Lightness and Fun10:22 Confidence and Approval from Others13:36 Not Taking Ourselves Too Seriously21:15 Using Past Experiences to Generate Confidence25:48 Building Momentum and Flow State27:16 ConclusionAbout Tamara PflugMeet your Swiss fun & confidence coach, Tamara!  If you're feeling STUCK in your life and have tried everything on your own - but nothing seems to shift, coaching is THE solution for you.You don't have to feel powerless, helpless, and hopeless anymore.Let Tamara help you with that!When you get coached by Tamara, you will have much more fun and an uncomplicated life!Let's do this!! You deserve it!!Website: https://personal-development-zone.com/Book a FREE & FUN consultation: https://calendly.com/tamaraconfidencecoach/golden-ticketFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tamara.pl.33/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamara-confidence-coach/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamara.fun.confidence.coach/ABOUT YOUR HOST: Donnalynn Riley is a Joy Coach and Speaker. She has been described as a powerful translator for humankind, helping people take the esoteric concepts that make sense around how the world works; spirituality, the law of attraction, energy, the power of the mind–and apply them in a way that actually works to create lasting joyful success with ease. She helps people have the best day ever over and over again, moving away from ineffectively envisioning the things they want: more time, more money, and more freedom, to create their dream life full of joy, success and ease.Educated as a Spiritual Health Coach, Quantum Biofeedback Specialist and Certified Law Of Attraction Wealth Practitioner, Donnalynn has been coaching high-achievers to become masters of their energy, communication, relationships, and success for over a decade. Featured in FOX, ABC, NBC, and CBS, Donnalynn Riley is now on a mission to inspire 42 million people to prioritize their joy and emotional well-being so they can achieve their goals and have the most awesome time doing it!Website: https://Donnalynn.BlogWant help finding your best life?http://donnalynn.chat/ ★ Support this podcast ★

Understanding Trauma-Informed LeadershipSummaryIn this conversation, Carolyn Swora, a leadership consultant and team coach, discusses the importance of trauma-informed leadership and the impact of trauma on our nervous system. She shares her personal journey of loss and how it has shaped her work. Carolyn emphasizes the need to lean into fear and process our emotions to find joy and connection. She explains the science behind the nervous system and the role of co-regulation in relationships. Carolyn also highlights the significance of finding stillness and peace in our daily lives.TakeawaysTrauma-informed leadership is crucial for understanding and addressing the impact of trauma on individuals and organizations.Leaning into fear and processing our emotions allows us to connect with our true selves and experience joy.The nervous system plays a central role in our well-being and can be cultivated and nurtured through practices like meditation and self-care.Co-regulation, the ability to attune to others and create a sense of safety, is essential for healthy relationships.Finding moments of stillness and peace in our daily lives can help regulate our nervous system and enhance our overall well-being.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background01:01 The Roller Coaster of Life08:14 The Nervous System and Trauma12:36 Bringing the Body Back Online25:30 Co-Regulation and the Nervous System28:41 Finding Stillness and Peace30:17 How to Connect with Carolyn Swora31:36 Closing RemarksAbout Carolyn SworaCarolyn Swora is a leadership consultant, team coach, certified Dare To LeadTM facilitator, and two-time bestselling author. Her award-winning book, Evolve: The Path to Trauma-InformedLeadership, brings new focus to an often ignored, yet critical leadership component: the nervous system.With over 25 years of corporate leadership experience, Carolyn brings a fresh perspective, shedding light on untapped potential to drive performance. In her work with organizations, from pharma to non-profits, Carolyn focuses on driving change through compassion and humility. Using her trauma-informed approach, Carolyn invites leaders to build deep and stronger connections to their authentic wisdom, which leads to braver, spaces whereemployees can thrive, and achieve their highest potential.Carolyn also hosts the podcast Evolve: A new era of leadership, helping us learn how the integration of mind and body wisdom can lead us to higher performance and purpose in our workplaces.Website: https://carolynswora.com/ABOUT YOUR HOST: Donnalynn Riley is a Joy Coach and Speaker. She has been described as a powerful translator for humankind, helping people take the esoteric concepts that make sense around how the world works; spirituality, the law of attraction, energy, the power of the mind–and apply them in a way that actually works to create lasting joyful success with ease. She helps people have the best day ever over and over again, moving away from ineffectively envisioning the things they want: more time, more money, and more freedom, to create their dream life full of joy, success and ease.Educated as a Spiritual Health Coach, Quantum Biofeedback Specialist and Certified Law Of Attraction Wealth Practitioner, Donnalynn has been coaching high-achievers to become masters of their energy, communication, relationships, and success for over a decade. Featured in FOX, ABC, NBC, and CBS, Donnalynn Riley is now on a mission to inspire 42 million people to prioritize their joy and emotional well-being so they can achieve their goals and have the most awesome time doing it!Website: https://Donnalynn.BlogWant help finding your best life?http://donnalynn.chat/ ★ Support this podcast ★