Send us a textJoin us on this insightful episode of The Motion of Gratitude Podcast as host Shannon Missimer sits down with guest Matthew Missimer for an intimate conversation about parenting, personal growth, and redefining success.In this episode, Shannon and Matthew delve into the evolving definitions of success from financial and career achievements in one's twenties to personal growth and family focus in the thirties. They explore the nuanced challenges encountered when transitioning fro...
Send us a textJoin us for a heartfelt and insightful episode of The Motion of Gratitude, where host Shannon Missimer converses with the inspiring Angelynne Baugher. Angelynne, a dedicated mother of three and a former ER nurse, delves into the often tumultuous journey of balancing work and parenting. She sheds light on the challenges that come with the lack of flexibility and unpredictability intrinsic to motherhood.In this episode, Angelynne emphasizes the vital role of prioritization and dis...
Send us a textJoin us for an inspiring conversation with Brian Hemming in this episode of The Motion of Gratitude. Brian shares his profound insights on fostering genuine positivity and the transformative power of simple affirmations. He delves into strategies for building supportive social circles and the importance of auditing connections to ensure they uplift and inspire growth.Brian recounts his personal journey through the pandemic, including a 14-month period of unemployment that prompt...
Send us a textIn this transformative episode of "The Motion of Gratitude," host Shannon Missimer welcomes Heather Pearce Campbell, a Seattle-based attorney, legal coach, entrepreneur, and intuitive guide to a conversation that blends business acumen with personal introspection. Heather, founder of Pearce Law PLLC and creator of the Legal Website Warrior, invites listeners to explore her unique approach to integrating legal knowledge with entrepreneurial success.Heather delves into her innovat...
Send us a textJoin host Shannon Nessemer in this deeply insightful episode of The Motion of Gratitude Podcast as she sits down with Megan Miller, an international best-selling author, TEDx speaker, and host of the "Attention to Intention" podcast. Megan opens up about her transformative journey towards deciding not to have children, defying societal norms, and choosing instead to focus on building her business.In this intimate conversation, Megan shares the profound challenges she faced in di...
Send us a textIn this powerful episode of "The Motion of Gratitude," host Shannon Missimer sits down with Alicia Smith, a best-selling author, educator, TEDx presenter, and a woman of remarkable resilience. Alicia opens up about her life-altering experience of being caught in a gang-related shooting and her incredible journey of recovery and personal growth. She discusses the harmful nature of advice that suggests simply "getting over" trauma and advocates for acceptance and integration as pa...
Send us a textIn this inspiring episode of "Motion of Gratitude," host Shannon Missimer sits down with Mandy DiMarzo, the dedicated athlete and founder of "Burn," an innovative online workout platform that has become a global community. Mandy shares her deeply personal journey from battling overuse injuries and an eating disorder to becoming a beacon of strength and resilience for many.Throughout the conversation, Mandy reveals the genesis of "Burn" – her sweat family that emerged during the ...
Send us a textThe Power of Audacity and Resilience with Erika RothenbergerIn this empowering episode of The Motion of Gratitude, host Shannon Missimer sits down with the incredible Erika Rothenberger to explore the transformative power of resilience, grace, and intentional living.Erika Rothenberger, a corporate professional turned wellness leader, podcaster, and author, shares her remarkable journey from surviving a traumatic assault to thriving through audacity and self-belief. She opens up ...
Send us a textWelcome to Season 3 of the The Motion of Gratitude Podcast! In this exciting premiere, hosts Shannon Missimer brings back her husband Matthew Missimer.The two delve into profound personal transformations and the pursuit of genuine happiness. Matthew shares his enlightening journey of moving away from materialism and discovering deeper fulfillment, starting with his transformative experiences in Costa Rica. The couple reflects on their major life changes, including selling their ...
Send us a textJoel Zuckerman shares his journey of writing over 250 letters of appreciation and the impact it has had on his life. He discusses the seven pillars of expressive gratitude, including how it makes the writer and recipient feel good, fosters a positive ripple effect, and leaves a lasting legacy. Joel also introduces his upcoming book, 'Gratitude Tiger,' which emphasizes the importance of proactively experiencing gratitude. In this conversation, Joel Zuckerman and Shannon Missimer ...
Send us a textDr. Amit Kakar, owner of Avalon Pharmacy, shares his journey of prioritizing family over business and the importance of being present and connected with his wife and children. He shares his personal family tools to foster open communication and understanding. Dr. Kakar also highlights the significance of vulnerability as a parent, and how it creates a safe space for children to open up and seek guidance. He discusses the challenges men face and the importance of finding like-min...
Send us a textIn this episode of the Motion of Gratitude podcast, Shannon Missimer interviews Ellen Bradley, an entrepreneur, yogi, and global citizen. They discuss Ellen's journey of world schooling her three daughters for the past eight years. Ellen shares that her decision to world school was driven by a desire to expose her children to the beauty and diversity of the world and to break free from societal conditioning. She emphasizes the importance of trusting one's intuition and making sm...
Send us a textIn this episode, Shannon Missimer interviews Emily Montgomery, the founder of HiLU, a pro-social app dedicated to spreading words of affirmation and fostering a community of gratitude. Emily shares her personal journey of transformation, from being a lawyer and prosecutor to following her passion for gratitude and kindness. The idea for HiLU came to Emily during her pilgrimage on the Camino del Santiago, where she received voice recordings of affirmations from her mentors. She r...
Send us a textSummaryIn this episode, Shannon Missimer interviews Ben Newman, a renowned speaker, entrepreneur, and performance coach. They discuss the importance of your burn and purpose, setting standards over feelings, the power of authenticity and connection, and the Coach to Coaches program. Ben shares personal stories and insights that highlight the significance of living life fully and making every day count.TakeawaysFocus on your burn and purpose to stay motivated and overcome challen...
Send us a textIn this episode, Shannon Missimer interviews Josh Kosnick, a leadership coach, about his journey from the financial industry to coaching. Josh shares his experience of facing betrayal and loss of identity, and how he found purpose and built his coaching practice. They discuss the concept of alpha vulnerability and redefining masculinity, emphasizing the importance of emotional expression and vulnerability for men. Josh also highlights the significance of unlearning old patterns ...
Send us a textIn this episode, Shannon interviews Kortney Murray, the owner of Coastal Kapital, about the importance of business finance and the challenges faced by women in accessing funding. Courtney shares her personal journey and how her own experience with business failure led her to become an advocate for entrepreneurs seeking financing options. She emphasizes the need for knowledge and understanding of business credit and financing, and encourages entrepreneurs to apply for funding and...
Send us a textIn this episode of The Motion of Gratitude podcast, we embark on a profound exploration of emotional well-being with the insightful therapist, Tara Thackeray. Join us as we delve into the transformative realm of somatics and emotional regulation, uncovering the power of mindfulness in healing.Tara shares her own personal story of how working in hospice for most of her career has shaped her journey as a therapist. She shares her expertise on understanding and navigating emotions,...
Send us a textJoin Shannon for a special episode as she takes a heartfelt journey back in time, revisiting five years of her gratitude practice. In this introspective and enlightening conversation, Shannon explores the profound impact that intentional gratitude has had on her life. She’ll share the highs and lows, the moments of transformation, and the evolution of her perspective on gratitude. Discover the power of looking back and how practicing gratitude has shaped her path. Whether you’re...
Send us a textIn this episode of “The Motion of Gratitude,” we dive deep into the healing and transformative power of nature and all of the FREE things that benefit our wellbeing. Join us as we sit down with Aubrey Taylor, a Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner and Functional Nutritionist, to explore how reconnecting with the natural world can significantly enhance our well-being. Discover the profound effects of nature on our physical and mental health as we discuss the science behind it and...
Send us a textThis April 2023 we had the opportunity to spend the entire month in Costa Rica as our family of five. It was our first opportunity to travel outside of the country together as a family and truly dive into a new culture. In this episode we share insights in - where we traveled- how it isn't always perfect traveling with little kids - why we continue to travel even after things are "returning to normal"- Finding Dandelion Wild Schooling in Nosara, Costa Rica (short ...