Episodes

Jennifer Aks-Neuman joins Holly on the Teaching Yourself to Learn Podcast this week and talks about the power of storytelling and acknowledgement that happens when presented by the opportunity to learn in a different way. Jen is the founder of herStories which empowers Womxn to share their story to help them recognize their resilience and celebrate all that they are. Listen as Holly and Jen discuss: finding inspiration and learning from the varying degrees and stages of stories that fill our liv...

Holly joins with Kayshaun Brooks this week for the Teaching Yourself to Learn Podcast and talks thoroughly about the power of affiliates, networking and collaboration. Kayshaun is a Holistic Pain & Trauma Warrior and owner of Renew You Body Butters a luxury skincare/ holistic business. She specializes in helping to manage severe dry skin issues such as eczema and psoriasis. Listen as Kayshaun and Holly discuss: How we pave the way for the third half of life with the journeys and experiences in ...

Holly chats with Ruthann Bowen for this episode, with common interests and similarity in their stories, the conversation is filled with fun, information and motivation. Ruthann is the founder and CEO of Wix DesignHer, a web design agency dedicated to helping DIY entrepreneurs achieve professional looking website. This episode covers: How your path is often laid before you realise its importance, often revealing itself in the third half of life. How a small opportunity, such as a little $10/hr p...

Holly is joined for this episode with Yvonne Marchese and it's clear their are many parallels in the exploration of what it means to bloom later in life and how much of a need there is to redefine society's (and our) ideas when it comes to retirement and learning beyond 50. Listen as Holly and Yvonne discuss: Doing what you can, with what you have, where you are. Finding meaning after physical challenges which kick you in the pants and allowing for a change of mindset. The power and energetic b...

Within this episode Holly comes together with Lori Tainter, who easily exudes vibrancy, energy and how to emerge in your midlife with confidence and flair. Lori helps you transform into your most beautiful self with everyday simple and fun make-up tips, including fun and engaging Instagram reels. Listen as Holly and Lori talk about: Changing the 50's mentality and letting go of what other people think and growing confidence in yourself in the 3rd half of life allows you to inspire yourself and ...

Joan Hale and Holly Totten have a lot in common, including both powerfully emerging as Breast Cancer survivors which has built a stronger tenacity and drive as a result. A big part of Joan's achievements and ability to come through stronger has been the support of her friends. Listen as Joan and Holly discuss: - Being orphaned as a teenager and having no choice but to stay at a boarding school and be cared for by nuns. - How to surround yourself with a network of friends in times of need. - Bei...

Jodi Schilling, the Good Mom Coach and host of The Good Mom Podcast, joins me in an honest conversation about navigating her family's walk into acceptance. She discusses how acceptance played a huge role in mental health challenges, learning challenges, and addiction. Jodi explains how she approached life, learned self-acceptance, and how she is embracing midlife. Jodi is on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn at goodmomcoach, and her email is http://www,goodmomcoach.com.

Nina Obier talks us through several aspects of life, including worry, joy, wisdom, and change personally and as an entrepreneur. This conversation is warm and inviting as Nina explains how her life has changed through the years and what she is doing as she embraces midlife. Nina is an acclaimed author, keynote speaker, and the founder of Success Simplified. Listen to this conversation and see why Nina is described as having the wisdom of a 90-year-old with the energy of a 9-year-old.

Resilience Coach and founder of Systemic Evolution, Aurora J. Miller, dives into serious talk about handling stress and anxiety. She discusses the science behind these feelings and helps us understand why we feel how we sometimes do. 3 B's of Stress and Anxiety Management- Long slow deep breaths Butterfly Hugs Bouncing Aurora walks us through this exercise that provides immediate relief from stress and anxiety, and it can even lower your blood pressure. Aurora teaches us how to #GetWhelmed and g...

Patty DeDurr was diagnosed with ADHD in her 20's. As she grew older, she had several friends and family receiving ADHD diagnoses which spurred her journey for advocacy and education. She is the CEO of Sensing Greatness to provide strategies for ADHD'ers to instill independence with daily activities and schooling. Patty's mission is to instill confidence in all neurodiverse children and adults to reach for the stars and be unique and amazing. Join me for a great conversation about ADHD and what...

Cathy Derksen, the founder of Inspired Tenacity, discusses being willing to give up who you are today to become who you want to be. Her mission is to create a cycle of wealth and success among women around the world. Cathy is a wealth and success coach, a five-time Amazon #1 best-selling author, and an international speaker. Join in for a great conversation.

We are surrounded by words in conversations, music, television shows, videos, reels, and on and on. These words impact our thinking, self-beliefs, how we feel and act towards others, and so much more. Listen in as I relate two times that words played a massive role in my life and my views on how words can affect your life.

Lynda Sunshine West shares her story, including how running away from home for an entire week at the age of 5 eventually helped shape her into the person she is. She is the founder of Women Action Takers. Her mission is to empower women to write, publish, and market their books to amplify their voices. Join me in listening to the powerful advice she has to offer any woman, but especially those who are in midlife and trying to figure out who they are.

Hearing Missy Holder and getting to know a little about her, I knew I wanted her to be my first guest. After dealing with her husband's leukemia diagnosis, she transformed from being a perfectionist to understanding that taking imperfect action is the key to survival. Missy is the founder of Missy Holder Coaching and an Amazon #1 best-selling author. Using her 5 Step Imperfect Action Framework, Missy coaches and empowers women in midlife so they can live the lives of their dreams. Listen to Mi...