The New Mid Podcast with Michelle Newman

Have you ever thought of quiting your job, selling all your belongings and going out on a journey of self-discovery? That is exactly what my next guest Elizabeth Cromwell did. She left a successful career and decided to take a year sabbatical to stop the rat race and do her own "Eat, Pray, Love" Plus One. She's decided to put a framework around her journey into four quarters. We caught up with her during her second quarter. You'll learn what it took to take the leap to leave everything behind. How she organized her trip and all the details you need to think about when doing something this extreme. If you've ever been curious about leaving everything behind and going out on an adventure...this show is for you!  You can check out her blog Elizabeth's Travel Journal. 

As summer is upon us what better way to get into shape than listen to this repeat episode with JJ Virgin who is a Celebrity Nutritionist and Fitness expert. She appeared regularly on the Today Show, Dr. Oz, Rachael Ray Show amongst others. In this show you'll learn how to stop sabotaging your health, flipping the script on "Dietint" and one piece of advice that changed everything. 

In today's episode I discuss the 3 Powerful steps to Self Love. Why is Self-Love so powerful? Your relationship with yourself is the most important and longest relationship you’ll ever have. When people start to love themselves more each day, it’s amazing how their lives get better. They feel better.  Their relationships either improve, or the negative ones dissolve and new ones begin. These 3 powerful steps will teach you the importance of self-love with exercises to help you learn how to do it. 

In today's episode Michelle speaks with Lynn Smith who is a National Media Expert, Anchor Alum NBC News, MSNBC AND CNN Headline News. Lynn talks about how she used her repurposed her skills in media to start her company that helps entrepreneurs gain media influence. In show you'll learn how to repurpose your skills to start a new job or start your own business, how to overcome imposter syndrome and how to move past your fears. 

Did you know you have 43 muscles in your face? Just like any other muscle in your body they need to be used to stay tight. If you've noticed a bit of your face sagging or have a double chin and you'd like to improve it but don't want to have plastic surgery...this episode is for you! Today I speak with Facial Yoga expert Jacki Taylor who will not only explain but show us exercises we can do daily to tighten our faces. 

In today's episode we are discussing the important issues of mental health and grief. I'm honored welcome back to the show Dr. Jewel Diamond Taylor and Lynnis Woods-Mullin. We are given great advice on how to take care of your mental health and ask for help if you need it. Also, different ways to not only deal with your grief when a loved one dies but the grief you feel while someone is dying.  This is a powerful episode that is so important to talk about. 

I'm excited to be speaking with Randi Braun who is an Executive Coach, Consultant and Speaker that has been featured by Forbes, The Washington Post and Parents Magazine.  Randi also happens to be a recent Wall Street Journal Best-Selling Author of the book, "Something Major: The New Playbook for Women at Work." We've been playing by the old rules in both our jobs and personal life, it's time for us to write some new ones. In this inspirational interview we discussed ways to not only help your professional career but to live life with more purpose. We talked about how to silence our inner critic, make sure we're not being stuck in our current position, goal setting, what "confidence culture" means, how to deal with fear and so much more. 

It's good to do a detox every quarter or at least once a year but have you ever detoxed your Mind and Spirit? In this episode I discuss the major benefits of doing all three.  Grab your pen and paper...in this show you'll learn the methods to clear your mind, rejuvenate your body and brighten your spirit. 

Are you ready to break through your fears and life a live that is fulfilling and fun? In today episode I speak with entrepreneur, author and the co-creator of the Hey Girl You Can Summit Stacy Zant.  In this podcast we cover how to discover your true identity, how to tap into what your purpose is, how to pursue it and how to live fearlessly.  Register for the Hey Girl You Can Summit that goes from April 20-23.  You can sign up here https://TheFearlessCreator.com/Michelle Other ways to connect with Stacy: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladystacyzant/ Email: hello@radiantpearlliving.com Facebook: fb.me/StacyZantCreate Website: TheFearlessCreator.com or StacyZant.com

After the school shooting in Nashville TN I thought it would be a good idea to replay the episode I did with Scarlett Lewis. She lost her son Jesse in the Sandy Hook Elementary school shooting. Instead of getting angry she turned that energy into starting a movement of Love. Choose Love Movement is not only in several US states but is international.  Take a listen to this brave mother's crusade and help spread love instead of hate. 

Only 2% of millionaires are women. Why is that? In today's episode I speak with millionaire Lani Dickinson on how she created a business that went from $0 to over 7 figures in four years. Lani used her experience as a former CEO of a Fortune 175 to use those skill to create a successful business and she's sharing her secrets. You'll learn the most important part of any business, or job to be successful. How she used her first half experiences to excel in midlife. What made her decide to leave her corporate job and how anyone can be successful with a few simple tools. 

In today's episode Michelle speaks with health coach Sheila Keilty. After several back surgeries, gaining over a hundred pounds and having her doctors tell her to find a therapist to come to terms that she would not have a lengthy life, she decide to take her health into her own hands. Sheila began researching and studying what  she needed to do to cure herself.  Now she has turned what she learned about nutrition, food sourcing and overall good health to teach people how to control their own health destiny. We have everything we need to live a long prosperous life we just need the information and right mindset.  What you learn... -How to resource your food. -The truth about alcohol. -The difference between fat burning and sugar burning. -What's more important thing to cut back on: sugar, caffeine or alcohol?

In today's episode Alan Locher who was a publicist for Guiding Light and As the World Turns used to help his actors behind the camera but then became a star in front of the camera when he started a live streaming show of the actors he used to support. It started as a way to bring a bit of happiness and joy during the pandemic and has turned into a great way for Soap Opera fans to see their "family" again. Alan has done over 350 shows and interviewed over 800 actors. He believe his success of "The Locher Room" is due to people wanting to hear from the actors they used to spend every day with but hadn't seen them in over 10 years.  Alan also has used his platform for good and has raised over $125k for various charities and he's just getting started. In this show you will learn how he used his previous skills as a publicist to start the show. How he is honoring his parents who were holocaust survivors and what he's learned from interview stars like Jaclyn Smith, Kathie Lee Gifford and Susan Lucci to name a few. 

In today's episode I talk about the importance of courage. There are many different challenges we face. Knowing the six different types of courage can help you handle any difficult situation. The six different types of courage.  Physical Courage Emotional Courage Intellectual Courage Social Courage Moral Courage Spiritual Courage When dealing with a difficult situation, take stock of what type(s) of courage might help you overcome whatever challenge you are facing and take action!  

Today Michelle speaks with author Shanna Hocking about her book "One Bold Move A Day." Shanna realized if she wanted to overcome wanted to ask for what she wanted or speak up in a meeting by using her mindset of doing one bold move a day that would push her forward. In this episode you'll learn the four mindsets to making bold moves. What is a bold move? The importance of networking and having a mentor at any age. Her distine approached to goal setting and why you need unicorn goals. And what Shanna means by being a rational optimist. 

In today's episode I had the honor of speaking with Amilya Antonetti and Patricia Wooster who combined their genius to write the book "Designing Genius: Success is an Inward Journey."  Amilya is a sought after behaviorist who's vision of a healthier relationship between people and companies has earned her global respect and numerous awards. She has helped change the paradigm of how companies, opportunities, and the greatest asset “THE PEOPLE” work together.  Patricia Wooster is the founder of  WoosterMedia publishing where they help experts, leaders, executives, and entrepreneurs convert their intellectual property into print and digital products, so they can build brand awareness and reach a global audience. In this podcast you'll learn: To unlock your highest potential it's an inward job. How to create your life book. How highly successful people spend their time. The importance of understanding the art of behavior to move people to a desired destination.  What's most important for your children to have in order to succeed. Why replacing your ego with curiosity would make the world a better place.  To learn more about Designing Genius go to designinggenius.com.  

One of the major reasons many women get stuck in their careers is imposter syndrome. To help us understand what imposter syndrome is and how to overcome it, I reached out to executive coach Elizabeth Sandler. In this episode you'll learn there are different types of imposter syndrome.

Valentine's Day is around the corner and can be very stressful to plan. In today's episode I speak with lifestyle blogger Pam Stultz who outlines 8 different categories on how to plan the perfect date. You can use any of these great ideas for a date night throughout the year! 

Have you wanted to achieve things in your life or business but you stay up at night worried about expenses, or not having enough time or wonder if it'll all work out the way you want it to, this episode is for you.  Scarcity is something that shows up in many different ways in our lives. It can pop up in time, money, love and your job. This concept can hinder us and hold us back. After speaking with many of my clients about their mindsets I wanted to talk about how focusing on the wrong thing, that there isn't enough of something whether it be time or money, will only prove that there isn't. What we focus on is what we receive.  In this episode you'll learn how to stop living out of scarcity and start practicing an abundance mindset. To know that you have a choice in how you want to look at life and that there are so many possibilities out there for you. It's time to break the cycle of scarcity and tune into the life you deserve with plenty of time and money. 

There is so much stress and darkness in the world. You also might be struggling with past traumas. This week's guest Dee Castelli is a trauma-informed Certified Aromatherapist and Aroma Freedom Technique (AFT) Practitioner. In this episode you will learn the power of your sense of smell. How it can help dissolve your past and present emotional pain.  What are the best sources of smells to use for the Aroma therapy Reset and Dee walks Michelle through a Reset during the interview.  You can learn more about Dee and get more in-depth of her practices of Aroma Freedom Technique and her Level UP personal coaching, courses and workshops.