What’s more enchanting than listening to a talented youngster as she shares not only her beautiful voice – pure and poignant – while also teaching the adults a thing or two about what matters most? Absolutely nothing, of course. Wynne’s amazing daughter, Miss O joins us in this episode to sing and remember the glorious … More Podcast Friday! Episode 77: Singing to the Heavens
Are you ready for a fun ride? Buckle up! Because in this week’s episode, we bring you Wynne’s dear family friend, Eric Knudson, showcasing not one…but TWO terrific stories about hijinks on a public bus. Eric’s stories have it all…pets, peculiar people, heartfelt interactions and some curiosities. The type that are most uniquely found when … More Podcast Friday! Episode 76: On the Bus with Eric Knudson
Sometimes a little perspective is all we need to see the gifts…right before our eyes. Either a reframing of an experience we’ve lamented over, or the goodness that arrives when we see people sparkle, despite adversity. Our dear blogging friend, Beth, from “I didn’t have my glasses on” shares a sparkling story in our latest … More Podcast Friday! Episode 75: “Cast Aside” with Beth Kennedy
Wynne and I were thrilled to sit down with the talented Melanie McGauran recently as she shared the beautiful story of her friend, Lissa. Lissa’s story will inspire you with reminders about grace – despite adversity – and the power of hope. And purpose. As Wynne and I listened, we felt honored that Melanie drew … More Podcast Friday! Episode 74: Remembering Friends With Melanie McGauran
One of my favorite personality assessments provides insight about planning preferences. The need for organization and predictability vs. a love of keeping life loose, open-ended and spontaneous. I often chuckled when I worked with anyone who was in conflict with a significant other – in their personal or work lives – when they struggled with this … More Podcast Friday! Episode 73: Planning it Out with Brian Hannon
In this week’s podcast, Wynne indulges me as I traipse down memory lane. Remembering some of my favorite clients…vulnerable souls that I met while working in an unemployment office. My role? Providing career counseling – advice and guidance for the job seekers. My revelation? The one which continues to reverberate, years later? Observing human nature … More Podcast Friday! Episode 72: Smiles from the Unemployment Office
I love swapping stories with Wynne on the Sharing the Heart of the Matter podcast. It’s a connection-making opportunity that continues to delight me, each and every week. This week? Wynne and I experienced some interesting vulnerability moments, causing us to contemplate our nature. Inviting us to consider our openness and willingness to share ourselves with … More Episode 71: Catching an Edge with Wynne and Vicki
In this episode, I’m with my co-host Vicki Atkinson and we are talking about the surprising ways we can receive help and inspiration. Vicki tells us a tale of self-discovery. In response to a pesky interpersonal situation, she goes to sleep wondering if she did the right thing. She’s facing a growth moment and needs … More Episode 70: “A” is For Ambivalence with Vicki and Wynne
In this episode, I’m with my co-host Vicki Atkinson and we are talking about questions. It starts with a question that my eight-year-old daughter, Miss O, asked me about what my dad thought about my divorce. As I give her the long answer, I finally connect the dots to asking questions to my dad about … More Episode 69: All You Have to Do Is Ask with Wynne and Vicki
In this episode, Vicki Atkinson and I are with blogger, author, retired elementary school teacher and great storyteller, Pete Springer. Pete’s storytelling is fantastic. And the fun twist with this particular story is that the story I told about trying to rescue Buttercup the bunny in episode 66 is what prompted Pete to volunteer to … More Episode 68: The Circle of Life with Pete Springer
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