#190. The Gift of Connection: To Others, To Ourselves and To Who We're Becoming
Description
In this heartfelt pre-Christmas solo episode of A Voice and Beyond, Dr. Marisa Lee Naismith explores the most essential theme of all: connection.
Through honest storytelling and reflection, Marisa shares how the past year reminded her of three powerful truths:
- The importance of connection to others - showing up, forgiving, and being truly present.
- The necessity of connection to ourselves - listening inward, setting boundaries, and nurturing our mental and emotional health.
- And the joy of connection to who we’re becoming - embracing growth, realignment, and intention as we step into a new year.
This episode is a love letter to life’s simplest but most profound gifts: presence, gratitude, and authenticity.
✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How to reflect on your year with grace and compassion.
- The difference between being surrounded and being truly connected.
- Why self-connection is the foundation of all meaningful relationships.
- How to realign your energy and manifest your next chapter with purpose.
- Simple, powerful ways to reconnect with joy and intention this holiday season.
If you’re ready to close the year with a full heart and a clear vision, this episode will remind you that you already have everything you need - right here, right now.
Find Marisa online:
- Website: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarisaleenaismith/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarisaleenaismith/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marisa.lee.12
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avoiceandbeyond3519/videos
Resources:
- MLN Coaching Program: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/mentoring/
- Download your eBook: Thriving in a Creative Industry: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/ebook-thriving-in-a-creative-industry-dr-marisa-lee-naismith/
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