Williamson County Neighbors hosted by Lyndsay Stafford

In part two of their talk on habits, host Lindsey Stafford sits down again with local business owners Jim McCarthy and John Warner to talk about habit stacking: tying a new habit to something you already do. They cover protecting your mornings, using AI to tame your inbox, setting goals in the areas of life that matter most, starting small, and listening to your own voice over the world's noise.Brought to you by Stafford Solutions, helping local businesses think like big brands.Highlights: 01:31 What habit stacking is and why it works 05:00 Lindsey's morning routine 06:15 John uses AI so he doesn't check email at 7 a.m. 09:15 The stop, start, continue goal method 13:30 Jim on "work on your business, not in it" 14:30 A bad morning starts the night before 15:15 Start small: 10 push-ups to a 150-pound weight loss 19:27 The $20 Journey beer vs. the $50 T-shirt 21:59 Inside voice vs. outside voice 26:07 Building habits when you have kids 29:14 A simple exercise: pick one thing to change 33:32 Define your dopamine 36:35 Wrap-upLinks: Lindsey Stafford on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lyndsaystafford/Lindsey Stafford's website - https://www.lyndsaystafford.com/Podcast Production - www.itsyourshow.co

What happens when a retired LAPD lieutenant finally follows a creative dream she held for 25 years? Lindsay sits down with Marie Fellhauer, founder of Hollyhocks Curations, a bespoke luxury jewelry house named for her mother, Janet "Hollyhocks" Hawk.Marie talks about how she turns personal stories into one-of-a-kind pieces. She walks through her design process, from the first conversation to the CAD drawings to the 3D-printed resin model, and explains why every piece is made in America. She also clears up the lab-grown vs. natural diamond debate and tells the story behind her Girl Can Fight ring, a 32-carat morganite tribute to a friend who beat stage four breast cancer. That ring won two AGTA Spectrum Awards.Whether you want an heirloom, a meaningful gift, or a new life for an old engagement ring, this episode shows what custom jewelry can really be.Timed Highlights:00:00 Welcome to the Lindsay Stafford Show00:33 Marie's path from 26 years at the LAPD to jewelry design01:55 Her mother's garnet ring and the story behind the name "Hollyhocks"03:32 The HH logo, drawn from a photo of Marie's mother04:42 What makes custom jewelry different from buying off the shelf06:48 A ministry logo turned into a sapphire-covered pendant that doubles as a brooch09:45 Marie's process: in-home or virtual consults, sketches, CAD, resin prints and sourcing stones11:25 Why every piece is American-made, including the work of a former Tiffany & Co. setter12:54 What makes a true heirloom: lab-grown vs. natural diamonds15:24 How experts tell lab-grown and mined diamonds apart (it comes down to nitrogen)16:26 The Girl Can Fight ring: a 32-carat morganite and a story of resilience21:24 Winning two AGTA Spectrum Awards: Evening Wear and Best Use of Platinum23:00 The biggest misconception about private client jewelers: price24:24 Repurposing old jewelry, from broken clasps to engagement rings turned into necklaces24:59 Working with clients anywhere in the U.S. over Zoom26:18 How to reach MariePODCAST PRODUCTIONwww.itsyourshow.coCONNECT WITH MARIE FELLHAUER | HOLLYHOCKS CURATIONSEmail: [email protected] or text: 310-529-5919Website: https://hhcurations.com/If you found value in today's episode, please like, share, comment, rate, review and subscribe.

Chronic migraine sufferer and nurse practitioner Elizabeth Settle, founder of Headache and Migraine Specialists in Nashville, joins the Lindsey Stafford Show to explain how migraine differs from a typical headache, what symptoms and triggers to look out for, and when to seek specialized care. Elizabeth discusses migraine’s phases, lifestyle and dietary considerations, allergy and sinus connections, and combining medication with individualized, holistic approaches. Her message: you deserve to feel better, and you don’t have to navigate migraine alone.Timed highlights: 00:48 Elizabeth’s path from critical care to founding a headache and migraine practice 02:16 Headache versus migraine: duration, severity, and associated symptoms 03:53 Migraine phases, including prodrome, aura, attack, and postdrome 05:54 When to seek help from a headache and migraine specialist 10:34 Potential contributors to chronic migraine, including triggers and genetics 12:41 Treatment options and Elizabeth’s integrated approach 13:30 Hydration, sleep, and dietary changes 20:56 Craniosacral massage, myofascial therapy, acupuncture, and other complementary options 22:51 How allergies and sinus issues can relate to headaches and migraine 26:35 Where to learn more about Elizabeth and her practiceGuest Link:https://www.headacheandmigrainespecialists.com/Podcast Production:https://www.itsyourshow.co/

Lyndsay Stafford welcomes Vance Hester, owner of Connection Bookkeeping, to discuss how accurate, consistent bookkeeping can help small business owners understand their finances and make better decisions. Vance shares how he built his business around service and partnership, common bookkeeping pitfalls like mixing personal and business expenses, and how business owners can get back on track when their books have fallen behind. They also discuss using financial reports to spot trends, planning for taxes before tax season, and finding help so owners can focus on what they do best.Timed Highlights:00:51 — Vance’s journey from corporate accounting to starting Connection Bookkeeping03:57 — Growing the business and bringing on a partner05:48 — Bookkeeping versus accounting, and why accurate records matter08:23 — Finding the right level of bookkeeping support for your business12:04 — A common mistake: mixing personal and business expenses14:30 — Using accounts receivable and financial reports to guide decisions18:14 — Preparing for tax season with planning throughout the year21:39 — Why communication and partnership matter26:43 — How Vance approaches messy books and cleanup projects30:51 — First steps for business owners who feel overwhelmed by their finances32:26 — Where to find Connection BookkeepingGuest Website: connectionbookkeeping.comProduced by: https://www.itsyourshow.co/

Lindsay Stafford welcomes guest John Woerner and producer Jim McCarthy to explore why “boring” habits can be a powerful foundation for success. They discuss how steady routines reduce decision fatigue, preserve energy for important work and family, and make room for creativity and connection.Timed highlights00:00 — Welcome back and the case for boring habits04:00 — Rhythm, “money beats,” and finding satisfaction in consistency08:00 — John’s lunch routine and making space for family13:00 — Breaks, daily rituals, and reducing decision fatigue18:00 — Protecting your time with boundaries and routines23:00 — The fence metaphor: how structure can create safety and freedom27:00 — Making room for friendships and peer connections31:00 — Planning the calendar around relationships and priorities36:00 — Social circles, reciprocity, and choosing where to invest40:00 — Wrap-up and a preview of the habit-stacking episodeFilmed and Produced by:ItsYourShow.co