The Sow to Speak Podcast with Kristy Mandour

“That’s why we need to bring EQ to our writing: We’re not just filtering our writing through clarity and information but to what would this be like to read on the other side.” Erin Lebacqz (leBAX) is an international educator, author (High-Value Writing), and speaker.  Erin says, "Most people I work with are nervous about their writing—though thankfully pretty open about that. Folks also now realize that their relationships take place through writing, so they must make purposeful decisions to bring emotional intelligence to their writing." EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS What is emotional intelligence in writing?  Where do you even start?  Why does writing with EQ matter? What are the do's and don'ts for writing with EQ? And equally important, Erin offers TONS of examples you can put to use the minute the episode is done! **Erin's latest offering**  Brand new “WritingEQ Live” sessions! 1-hr, capped at 20 participants, includes time for Q&A with Erin: https://www.highvaluewriting.com/ways-to-learn Learn more about Erin and how to pump your writing up with EQ at: 🎬 Channel:  High-Value Writing 📚 Book:  High-Value Writing 💻 Website: highvaluewriting.com IG: @highvaluewriting LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinlebacqz/

In this solo episode, I dive into three strategies to support you in continuing to pursue your dreams and goals without having your ego take you down. WE COVER: Understanding the Ego Uncover the science behind the ego's resistance to change. Explore the role of the amygdala in responding to fear. Setting the stage for a healthier relationship with the ego. Exercise 1 - Mindful Awareness Dive into a practical exercise: Select a challenging situation and reflect daily. Discover the transformative power of mindfulness in reshaping the brain's structure and fostering self-awareness. Exercise 2 - Personifying Your Ego Engage in a practical exercise: Personify your ego with a name or image. Delve into research insights from the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, highlighting the benefits of externalizing thoughts. Exercise 3 - Affirmations and Visualization Immerse yourself in a practical exercise: Craft positive affirmations and embrace visualization for mental rehearsal. Uncover the science-backed benefits, supported by research from Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Chicago. Happy Listening! RESOURCES MENTIONED: Sow to Speak's Core Values Exercise Grab my FREE "Get Ahead of the Holi-daze" Video, where I walk you through my favorite emotional intelligence and mindset strategies to have you sail through the holidays and beyond. Be sure to add a rating and review, as this helps other fellow passionate high-achievers find the podcast too. (If listening on Apple podcasts: Go to the main show page and scroll down to the bottom. Click on “Write a review,” and you’re good to go.) SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you. DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/  WORK WITH ME Looking for how to work with me 1:1 or in a group? Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall Scriptor Publishing Group Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/⁠

Have you been wanting to run a retreat but not sure where to start? Maybe you start designing the retreat and get stuck on how to price it. Then this episode is for you! In this episode, I sit down with retreat curator Heidi Low as she shares the courageous story that led her to the work that she does today. Heidi offers insight and expert advice that will leave you feeling more confident and clear on how to have your retreat up and running in no time. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS Heidi shares how losing her daughter, Alison, from a brain tumor twenty years ago led her to passionately create retreats for bereaved parents. Heidi takes us through her authentic style of grieving that helped her to move through this traumatic experience so that she could "thrive, not just survive." We share how to genuinely and confidently create a safe space for people to feel at ease to share at their comfort level. We dive into the challenges that often surface when you're thinking of running a retreat, and Heidi offers solutions to help you navigate the inevitable hurdles that arise. Happy Listening! Learn more about Heidi, her new podcast, "Falling Apart or Falling Into Place," and her January three-day challenge here: https://heidilow.com/ https://www.instagram.com/heidichristinalow/ Be sure to add a rating and review, as this helps other fellow passionate overthinking high-achievers find the podcast too. (If listening on Apple podcasts: Go to the main show page and scroll down to the bottom. Click on “Write a review,” and you’re good to go.) SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you. DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/  Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour WORK WITH ME Looking for how to work with me 1:1 or in a group? Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall Scriptor Publishing Group Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/

In this episode, we're turning the tables and I'm being interviewed by my dear friend, Kaysie Seitz Brown for the concluding episode of the "Create Like a Mother" special series as part of her doctorate in Dance Education at Columbia University. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS Explore the roots of Sow to Speak and discover the journey that brought it to life. Uncover the powerful role of creativity and play as the superhighway to building trust and connection. Delve into the discussion on leadership and the critical importance of setting the stage for a connected culture. Learn why being a leader who fosters consistent feedback and reflection is more vital than ever in today's dynamic environment. Sit back, relax, and enjoy this insightful and inspiring conversation that wraps up the special series on a high note. Be sure to add a rating and review, as this helps other fellow heart-centered, high-achievers find the podcast too. (If listening on Apple podcasts: Go to the main show page and scroll down to the bottom. Click on “Write a review,” and you’re good to go.) SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you. DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/  Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour Scriptor Publishing Group Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/

“What we’re always trying to do in Kundalini yoga and in life, even with our breath, our dancing... is find that rhythm. Find the rhythm in life, our bodies, our speech, our breath.” In this episode, we delve into various ways to access your creativity and connect with the Divine Feminine. Our guest, Gina Rossi, is a Kundalini yoga and meditation instructor, as well as the recently established founder of Sacred Lotus Flower—a comprehensive platform dedicated to exploring and harnessing the healing properties of this powerful flower. Gina emphasizes the significance of personal time and individual pursuits for a satisfying life, as well as shares the positive impact that her alternative upbringing continues to have on her life. Tune in to gain valuable insights as she discusses the delicate balance between family support and personal development, along with the transformative impact of Kundalini yoga and meditation. Happy Listening! Learn more about Gina Here: Follow Gina on Facebook and Instagram. Sacred Lotus Flower *RESOURCE MENTIONED* Mindful Movement (sleep meditations and more) CREATE LIKE A MOTHER This special series is focused on how creative care is THE essential self-care for all of us mamas out there to feel peace, JOY, and stability when we can quickly lose ourselves in the swampy land of over-functioning. Each week, I’ll sit down with a guest who shares support and love in how staying true to yourself and what lights you up creatively while doing ALL the things is the relief you’ve been craving. Be sure to add a rating and review, as this helps other fellow heart-centered, high-achievers find the podcast too. (If listening on Apple podcasts: Go to the main show page and scroll down to the bottom. Click on “Write a review,” and you’re good to go.) SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you. DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/  Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour WORK WITH ME Looking for how to work with me 1:1 or in a group? Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall Scriptor Publishing Group Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/

In this small yet mighty solo episode, I'm sharing one of the most powerful questions that I've recently come across to help you connect to your future self in a whole new way. Have a listen and be sure to let me know what you think by DMing me on IG, Linkedin, or good ol' email. **Grab my ten-minute guided emotional intelligence exercise here to support you in getting out of your head and back into your life. RESOURCE MENTIONED Book: Jamie Varon's Radically Content: Being Satisfied in an Endlessly Dissatisfied World When you're done listening, it would be awesome if you would add a rating and review, as this helps other fellow heart-centered, high-achievers find the podcast and some relief too. (If listening on Apple podcasts: Go to the main show page and scroll down to the bottom. Click on “Write a review,” and you’re good to go.) SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you. DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/  Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour WORK WITH ME Looking for how to work with me 1:1 or in a group? Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall Scriptor Publishing Group Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/

"There's a longing, y'know. It becomes a question of 'What would it look like to live the full expression of who I am?' And I think it takes a lot of support to explore those questions because I don’t think that anybody can figure that out on their own.” Do you ever find yourself pondering, "What would it look like to live the full expression of who I am?" It's a burning question that's been on the minds of so many! Well, guess what? Today's your lucky day! We're about to unleash an explosion of inspiration and self-discovery with the one and only Kena Paranjape, the extraordinary founder of All You Are. Kena's not just an empowerment coach and speaker. She's a guiding light for high-achieving women at the pivotal midlife point, helping them unleash their dormant dreams. These are the powerhouses who've conquered mountains but still seek that elusive fulfillment. Kena is the real deal. She's down-to-earth, open-hearted, and creates a safe space like nobody's business. You'll soon see why so many women turn to her for guidance. During our conversation, Kena shares her story of resilience, discusses why many women in midlife feel stuck, and explains how she helps them break free. 🗝️ We'll also talk about how embracing the joy of meandering can spark your intuition. Get ready for some down-to-earth inspiration! Learn more about Kena here: https://www.allyouare.ca/ IG: kena_allyouare SOW TO SPEAK: When you're done listening, be sure to add a rating and review, as this helps other fellow heart-centered, high-achieving overthinkers find the podcast too. (If listening on Apple podcasts: Go to the main show page and scroll down to the bottom. Click on “Write a review,” and you’re good to go.) SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you. DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/  Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour WORK WITH ME Looking for how to work with me 1:1 or in a group? Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall Scriptor Publishing Group Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/

Life is a constant balancing act, especially for us heart-centered high achievers and overthinkers. We often find ourselves on the path of relentless striving and self-improvement, which can lead to burnout and a sense of never truly being satisfied. In this episode, I want to help you understand the difference between contentment and complacency and provide you with strategies to notice and practice that difference. Because, our kind's natural inclination is toward consistent progress and personal growth, it's crucial to recognize when our pursuit of improvement has crossed the line into unhealthy perfectionism, leading us into a cycle of restlessness and discontent. Slippery slope, for sure. So added in is one of my favorite word swaps from Dr. Shauna Shapiro to have you reframe the way you look at "self-improvement." If you found value in this episode, please share it with your fellow heart-centered high achievers and overthinkers. Together, we can create a world where contentment and fulfillment coexist with ambition and achievement. Take care of your hearts, nurture your spirits, and remember, you are worthy of a life that's both purposeful and joyful. RESOURCES mentioned in this episode: Dr. Shauna Shapiro (author of Good Morning, I Love You) Katherine Morgan Schafler (author of The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control: A Path to Peace and Power) ABOUT SOW TO SPEAK When you're done listening, be sure to add a rating and review so others can also find the podcast. (For Apple listeners, scroll down the main page of the show and click on "Write a review"). SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you. DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/  Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour WORK WITH ME Looking for how to work with me 1:1 or in a group? Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall Scriptor Publishing Group Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/

"People feel that in order to love their home or the spaces they spend time in, that means their home needs an expensive full overhaul. I try to encourage people to focus on one little corner at a time. Find something you love that makes you happy when you look at it, or enjoy it and just begin there. Don't worry about what it will match etc. Shortly, you will begin loving a lot of little corners. That's what design is about." What better way to ring in the season of the dreaded darkened days than with a burst of sunshine and some dopamine decorating right in your own home? Why not make your home the place you can't wait to come home to that is uniquely an uplifting expression of you? This is exactly what we're diving into with our next guest, Gina Sangiacomo, owner of Abode Boutique and Timeless Interiors. Gina shares her story that led her to follow her passion for design while juggling a family of seven (yep, I know - you read that right). She'll take you on a whirlwind tour through her life and how her family keeps her grounded and firmly rooted in her true self. Along the way, she'll sprinkle some design magic with practical hacks that can transform your space, no matter the size of your budget, all delivered with her signature blend of tenacity and humor. By the time you've absorbed Gina's wisdom, you'll find yourself eagerly anticipating the upcoming dark days as an opportunity to nestle in and awaken your inner interior artist. It won't be the season of gloom; it'll be the "Season to Align + Design," where your home becomes a canvas for your inspiration. Learn more about Gina here: IG https://www.instagram.com/timelessinteriorsgs/ https://www.instagram.com/abode_boutique_/ FB @Timelessinteriorscny @Abode Boutique https://timelessinteriorscny.com ABOUT the special Create Like a Mother series This special series is focused on how creative care is THE essential self-care for all of us mamas out there to feel peace, JOY, and stability when we can quickly lose ourselves in the swampy land of over-functioning. Each week through November, I’ll sit down with a guest who shares support and love in how staying true to yourself and what lights you up creatively while doing ALL the things is the relief you’ve been craving. When you're done listening, please add a rating and review, as this is the direct line for others to find the podcast.  SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you. DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/  Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour WORK WITH ME Looking for how to work with me 1:1 or in a group? Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall Scriptor Publishing Group Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/

In this solo episode, I expand on my conversation from this past Sunday's episode with therapist and author Katherine Morgan Schafler. Katherine's book, The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control, completely reframed not only how I look at perfectionism as a whole but as an asset when embraced adaptively. I dedicate this episode to my kids as I continue to learn how to lean into being a whole and loving human from the inside out, hoping that this models to them how to do the same. In this episode, we'll cover three ways to move from being heady and heart ached with perfectionism to whole, human, and heart-centered. Here they are: 1. How to be truly authentic - walking the walk vs talking the talk. 2. How to release yourself from the grips of other people's judgment (and your own). 3. How to build a regular and sustainable practice of self-compassion and why it matters more than you know. RESOURCES mentioned: Katherine Morgan Schafler Shauna Shapiro Kristen Neff RATE + REVIEW When you're done listening, subscribe (if you haven't already) and add a rating and review so others can also find the podcast.  BOOK YOUR ENERGY LEADERSHIP ASSESSMENT MINI PACKAGE https://calendly.com/kmandour/eli-assessment SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you. DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/  Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour WORK WITH ME Looking for how to work with me 1:1 or in a group? Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall Scriptor Publishing Group Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/

On today's episode, we're diving straight into the messy waters of perfectionism. As a whole, we have a very stereotypical societal view of perfectionism and what it looks like... until now. Thank the lord for Katherine Morgan Schafler. Katherine is a therapist and author of the tour de force, The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control: A Path to Peace and Power. This book needs to be required reading for all human beings, beginning at birth. Because whether you are a self-proclaimed perfectionist or know someone who is, there is a tendency to feel A LOT around this subject. We hear progress over perfection peppered through the leadership and personal development world quite often, but it still doesn't seem to be doing the trick to stick. I promise you that after you tune into this wise, refreshing, and witty conversation, you will never see or feel the same about perfectionism again. Katherine's book, paired with our conversation, is the soul and heart balm needed in the world right now. Your love and compassion for yourself and others will be expanded beyond measure. Your understanding of our shared human need to feel connection and a sense of purpose will be deepened. Your ability to have a newfound appreciation for patience, not being passivity but profoundly productive, will blow your mind. Plus, if you're a fellow mental reframe lover, you're in for a treat! Katherine dedicates an entire chapter in her book to mental reframes, and the Christmas morning joy I felt when I uncovered this, I can only imagine, is equivalent to a professional organizer walking into a Container Store. Hooray for reframes!! For now, please sit back, relax, and enjoy our conversation. Happy Listening! Take the quiz to find out what type of perfectionist you are and learn more about Katherine's work and her book here. Follow Katherine on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/katherinemorganschafler/ When you're done listening, subscribe (if you haven't already) and add a rating and review so others can also find the podcast.  SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you. DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/  Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour WORK WITH ME Looking for how to work with me 1:1 or in a group? Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall Scriptor Publishing Group Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/

In today's mid-week booster episode, I'm diving into the power of awe and why it's essential to keep our sense of connection to ourselves and each other as strong as ever. I share the benefits of awe along with ways that you can create a sense of awe in your life more often to support your mental, physical, and spiritual health. Happy Listening! When you're done listening, be sure to subscribe and add a rating and review so others can find the podcast, too. RESOURCES MENTIONED How a Bit of Awe Can Improve Your Health (NY Times article) SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you. DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/  Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour WORK WITH ME Looking for how to work with me 1:1 or in a group? Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall Scriptor Publishing Group Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/

Life throws us curveballs when we least expect them, from personal challenges to global crises. But it's precisely in these moments that finding joy can be a lifeline. It's not about denying your pain or struggles but rather about finding a glimmer of light in the darkness. The first and most crucial point is that joy is a powerful emotional resource. Amid adversity, joy can provide a much-needed break, a mental reset, and a reminder that life's complexities also include beautiful moments. It can remind us of our resilience and the simple pleasures we often take for granted. So, how can we find joy in these trying times? Why is it so essential to allow joy in? And what does releasing guilted gratitude have to do with it? You're about to find out. I'm glad you're here. RESOURCES MENTIONED Movie: The roller coaster scene from Parenthood Song: OK Not to Be OK by Demi Lovato and Marshmello When you're done listening, subscribe (if you haven't already) and add a rating and review so others can also find the podcast.  SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND MINDSET I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you. DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/  Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour WORK WITH ME Looking for how to work with me 1:1 or in a group? Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall Scriptor Publishing Group Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/

In this episode, I continue the special series Create Like a Mother with entrepreneur (of Bear's Cup and Loda Bolton in Bolton Landing, NY), singer, and mama Danielle DeSantis. Danielle is a fiery, light force who brings passion, honesty, and joy to our conversation. We dive right into the importance of following your passions, having the right people in your corner to encourage you to follow your dreams and the magic of listening and following your intuition. And, of course, why following your dreams and being true to yourself is one of the best gifts you can give your kids. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS - The upside of social media in creating aspirational and inspirational content - The importance of creating what you want to consume - The power of honing and following your intuition - How the super surreal, scary, uncomfortable moments in your career can be rocket fuel for courage, confidence, and connection Happy Listening! Learn more about Danielle here: https://www.instagram.com/danielledesantis/ https://www.instagram.com/bearscupbolton/ https://www.instagram.com/lodabolton/ CREATE LIKE A MOTHER This special series is focused on how creative care is THE essential self-care for all of us mamas out there to feel peace, JOY, and stability when we can quickly lose ourselves in the swampy land of over-functioning. Each week, I’ll sit down with a guest who shares support and love in how staying true to yourself and what lights you up creatively while doing ALL the things is the relief you’ve been craving. When you're done listening, subscribe (if you haven't already) and add a rating and review so others can also find the podcast.  I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you. DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/  Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour WORK WITH ME Interested in working with me 1:1 or in a group? Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall Scriptor Publishing Group Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/

In this solo episode within the special series, Create Like a Mother, I'll be expanding on one of the key points that this past Sunday's guest, Drea Bendewald, shared on what makes women's circles so unique: active listening. We have all heard this term before, and you may even have given it a run. Still, it can be very difficult to maintain. The hope in today's episode is that you feel clearer about the benefits of strengthening your listening muscles, noticing specific roadblocks that may be in your way, and establishing a practice to overcome them. Happy Listening! When you're done listening, subscribe (if you haven't already) and add a rating and review so others can also find the podcast.  I love hearing from you! DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/  Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour RESOURCES mentioned in today's episode: Book: Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb Song: Patience by Guns n' Roses Scriptor Publishing Group Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/ THE CREATE LIKE A MOTHER series This special series is focused on how creative care is THE essential self-care for all of us mamas out there to feel peace, JOY, and stability when we can quickly lose ourselves in the swampy land of over-functioning. Each week, I’ll sit down with a guest who shares support and love in how staying true to yourself and what lights you up creatively while doing ALL the things is the relief you’ve been craving.

In this episode, the lovely Andréa Bendewald, founder of The Art of Circling, joins me to continue the conversation on how to Create Like a Mother. Drea is an actor you may know from such hits as Seinfeld, Ellen, Friends, and Entourage, to name a few. She is also a private acting coach and teaches UCLA's Acting for the Camera. Above all else, Drea's self-proclaimed purpose in life is as a women's circle facilitator, which I can attest to having participated in The Art of Circling's offerings and witnessing her in glorious action. Sharing our stories in this liberating and connective way is truly sustenance for the soul. Enjoy our conversation! The Art of Circling is available worldwide through remote circles and in-person experiences. Learn more about the work Drea does here: https://theartofcircling.com/ Follow Drea on IG: https://www.instagram.com/andreabendewald/ And be sure to check out the upcoming The Art of Circling offerings here: https://theartofcircling.com/pages/calendar OCTOBER OFFERINGS Book Circle Series"Signs: The Secret Language of the Universe" by Laura Lynne JacksonOctober 6, 20 and 27 Fridays at 5PM PST / 8PM EST Divine Circle Series"The Beauty of Grief"October 11, 18 and 25 Wednesdays at 10AM PST / 1PM EST SPECIAL ONLINE STUDY WITH CARISSA SCHUMACHER AND ELISE LOEHNEN: ON OUR BEST BEHAVIOR OCTOBER 12-14, 2023 NOVEMBER OFFERINGS Divine Circle Series"The Conscious Holiday"November 8, 15, and 29Wednesdays at 10AM PST / 1PM EST SOW TO SPEAK The special series, Create Like a Mother is focused on how creative care is THE essential self-care for all of us mamas out there to feel peace, JOY, and stability when we can quickly lose ourselves in the swampy land of over-functioning. Each week, I’ll sit down with a guest who shares support and love in how staying true to yourself and what lights you up creatively while doing ALL the things is the relief you’ve been craving. When you’re done listening be sure to subscribe (if you haven’t already) and add a rating and review so that others can find the podcast too.  I love hearing from you so be sure to send me a DM on Instagram or LinkedIn.  Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour

In this solo episode, I expand on my conversation with this past Sunday's guest, Alli Ryan, artist and creator of Kindful Art. Alli and I discussed many topics, including how she listened to her inner nudge, which led her to create Kindful Art. Today, I share my FAVORITE exercises to strengthen your relationship with your intuition. Whether you're a newbie with listening to your intuitive sensations or a seasoned pro, this episode is sure to offer doable ways for you to check in with clarity and confidence. One exercise share is: S.T.O.P., Collaborate and Listen S: Senses (Do a body scan of your five senses to get you out of your head) T: Take a breath (Take one deep breath to drop into yourself) O: Open Your Hands (Signals safety to your body so you stay out of fight or flight mode) P: Partner up with Yourself (Ask your Higher Self, "What is the next best step for me to take the highest good for myself and all involved in this situation?") When you're done listening, subscribe (if you haven't already) and add a rating and review so others can also find the podcast.  I love hearing from you! DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/  Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour Scriptor Publishing Group Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/

In this episode, I'm kicking off the first conversation of the special series Create Like a Mother. I'm jumping into the conversation with the artist and creator of Kindful Art, Alli Ryan, who inspired the series. Alli shares her story of where her love of merging art and nature started, along with how she navigated being a mom to three kiddos while choosing to listen to her inner nudge. Alli also shares heartwarming experiences that she's had along the way and how having a loving support system is super helpful in being able to see your dreams through. Kindful Art's artwork is available worldwide, folks!! So be sure to DM Alli to learn how you can start creating some of the most memorable gifts you can ever give. If you're local in the 315, be sure to follow and keep a look out for Kindful Art classes that will begin soon!! You can learn more about Alli here: https://www.instagram.com/kindful_art/ This special series is focused on how creative care is THE essential self-care for all of us mamas out there to feel peace, JOY, and stability when we can quickly lose ourselves in the swampy land of over-functioning. Each week, I’ll sit down with a guest who shares support and love in how staying true to yourself and what lights you up creatively while doing ALL the things is the relief you’ve been craving. When you’re done listening, be sure to subscribe (if you haven't already) and add a rating and review so that others can find the podcast too.  I love hearing from you, so be sure to send me a DM on Instagram or LinkedIn. You can do so and learn more about Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour _______________________________________________________________________ Scriptor Publishing Group Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/ ________________________________________________________________________

In this solo episode, I share info on Create Like a Mother, the upcoming special podcst series kicking off this Sunday, October 1st. This unique series is focused on how creative care is THE essential self-care for all of us mamas out there to feel peace, JOY, and stability when we can quickly lose ourselves in the swampy land of over-functioning. Each week, I'll sit down with a guest who shares their story, support, and love of the power of keeping your creative spark alive while doing ALL the things. And how it truly is the relief and sustenance you've been craving. I also share ways to create more space in your mind and body to better hear the internal nudges we often miss. These nudges or knocks are our soul's call to wake us up to what uniquely lights us up. When you're done listening, subscribe (if you aren't already) and add a rating and review to keep the podcast reaching those who need it most. I love hearing from you! Be sure to send me a DM on Instagram or LinkedIn with any a-has, insights, or questions that may pop up along the way. All info to set up a chemistry call, join the email list, enroll in Get Ahead of Your Head, and follow on socials is right here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour. RESOURCES FROM TODAY The Relationship Handbook by Shakti Gawain and Gina Vucci Emotional Freedom Technique (Brad Yates is my go-to guy, and this is one of his most recent and a fave!) Have a great week ahead...of your head. xoo Kristy

In today's episode, I'm sharing what's coming up for you both with a course offering and a special series within the podcast. I end with a fun visual exercise to shift your energy from scattered to aligned in flow. Enroll in Get Ahead of Your Head, my eight-week online course for high-achieving entrepreneurs and leaders starting October 2nd. Big focus on mindset, emotional intelligence, and energetics. If you're feeling overwhelmed and looking for sustainable and lifelong strategies to feel grounded and relieved, this course was made for you. Enroll here: https://kristy-mandour.mykajabi.com/get-ahead-of-your-head-5e8ca368-7531-410c-8d79-6e8b496c5cea Set up a chemistry call with me here to ask any questions you may have about any of Sow to Speak's offerings for yourself or your team. https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall As promised (I found it!), here is the scene from Splash referenced in the episode. It's a goodie! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UiMPw2XNlIA Learn more about Sow to Speak here. https://linktr.ee/kristymandour