Emotionally Uncomfortable

"Accountability is the glue that bonds commitment to results." - Will Craig In this episode, I talk about: The illusion of "doing it alone" and the importance of cultivating a community around you to help you meet your goals The reality behind why you may be "playing small" and facing what is holding you back Meeting challenges head-on and using them as opportunities for creating change Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Take the ENERGY FINDER Quiz: https://heatherchauvin.com/lifequiz To get my freebies, head over to: www.heatherchauvin.com/energy

"There's so much toxic masculinity out there. I grew up with the notion that the more masculine you are and the less you show emotion, the more of a man you are." — Karamo Brown In this episode, Eli shares his perspective and highlights: Recognizing that men are given limited permission to express their emotions and the issues with these limitations become compounded when they become parents Understanding how we can support the men in our lives by increasing our emotional intelligence, not trying to fix or control the situation, and giving them space for emotional processing The importance of asking for what we need and setting boundaries to avoid feelings of resentment in our relationships Eli is a Social Work therapist (LCSW )who has worked in a psych hospital, intense outpatient clinic and currently works in a group and private practice in Long Island. He created ELIvation , The Dude Therapist Podcast and became a therapist to fill a need and create a modern outlook on mental health to create a more digestible and relatable view on mental health to help those in struggling times and add some extra inspiration and motivation into everyday life. His main goal is to help people on their journey to add support, care, empathy, expertise, and insight. He runs events, seminars, and individual coaching on topics from mental health awareness, public speaking coaching, relationship coaching, and confidence-boosting. Find out more about Eli @thedudetherapist and visit his site https://www.eliweinsteinlcsw.com/ Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Take the ENERGY FINDER Quiz: https://heatherchauvin.com/lifequiz To get my freebies, head over to: www.heatherchauvin.com/energy

"Don't go through life, grow through life." -Eric Butterworth In this episode, I talk about: Getting f*cking real & assessing where I am and where I want to be Owning my sh*t and taking responsibility for what I've had a hand in Investing in life coaching Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Take the ENERGY FINDER Quiz: https://heatherchauvin.com/lifequiz To get my freebies, head over to: www.heatherchauvin.com/energy

"The art of mothering is to teach the art of living to children." —Elaine Heffner In this episode, Jill shares her perspective and highlights: Awknowlegining the value of "choosing yourself" despite feelings of guilt and judgment from the outside Understanding generational patterns of parenting and breaking maladaptive patterns by being a role model to your child The importance of choosing yourself so that your children learn to choose themselves Jill Valentine is a leading Transformative Travel and Social Legacy Coach pioneering the transformational travel arena. She leverages the power of travel and volunteerism as tools for creating profound personal and social change. Jill provides her clients with the clarity, confidence, and community to live the life they dream of full of purpose and meaning, while at the same time impacting communities in need around the world including Belize, Nepal, Tanzania, Costa Rica, and Puerto Rico. She is the creator of the UGO Triple Change Effect Model and author of Dare to be a Dandelion, an adventurer, and a passionate force for good. Jill lives by the words, "Let's Make it Happen" and inspires her daughter to do the same. Find out more about UGO Impact programs and services at ugoimpact.com Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Take the ENERGY FINDER Quiz: https://heatherchauvin.com/lifequiz To get my freebies, head over to: www.heatherchauvin.com/energy

"Happiness depends upon ourselves." – Aristotle In this episode, I talk about: Understanding what wanting to feel "good" means, and how we can meet those needs so that we can feel good Acknowledging that some people and/or some things will be left behind as you become more aligned What steps you can take to get closer to alignment every day Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Take the ENERGY FINDER Quiz: https://heatherchauvin.com/lifequiz To get my freebies, head over to: www.heatherchauvin.com/energy

"A person can do incredible things if he or she has enough hope." — Shannon K. Butcher In this episode, Dr.Melillo shares his perspective and highlights: The understanding that all health beings with the brain, and that treating the brain is possible throughout the lifespan Moving beyond the ideas of "diagnosis" or "disorder" and exploring brain balance and what that looks like The importance of being a role model for your child to help them maintain motivation and thrive Dr. Robert Melillo is one of the world's most sought-after and respected experts in Developmental Functional Neurology, Brain Imbalances, hemispheric integration, and the diagnosis and correction of most neurobehavioral disorders and learning disabilities. In 2006, he created Brain Balance Achievement Centers which has approximately 150 centers and has helped tens of thousands of families. In addition, Dr. Melillo has also written 5 best-selling books including his best-known "Disconnected Kids". Dr. Melillo is an Associate Professor of Developmental Disabilities at the National University of Health Sciences, has multiple graduate degrees in Chiropractic, Neurology, Neuroscience, and Clinical Rehabilitation Neuropsychology, and is the co-founder and past President of the International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation. In 2017 Dr. Melillo also created a line of vitamins called KidGenius and TruGenius. Find out more by visiting drrobertmelillo.com Find him on Instagram @drrobertmelillo Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Take the ENERGY FINDER Quiz: https://heatherchauvin.com/lifequiz To get my freebies, head over to: www.heatherchauvin.com/energy

"One thing you can't hide - is when you're crippled inside." – John Lennon In this episode, I talk about: The skill of how to feel your feelings and what steps you can take right away to start building this skill The importance of managing your emotional energy on a consistent basis What steps to take to process the emotions you have identified, both negative and positive emotions Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Take the ENERGY FINDER Quiz: https://heatherchauvin.com/lifequiz To get my freebies, head over to: www.heatherchauvin.com/energy

"There is no such thing as a perfect parent. So just be a real one." – Sue Atkins In this episode, Bryan shares his perspective and highlights: The challenge of allowing your kids to make their own mistakes so that they may learn through their own experiences Ways to implement emotional intelligence skills and staying out of the "red zone" The importance of mutual support in partnerships and the different ways we can show our support Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Take the ENERGY FINDER Quiz: https://heatherchauvin.com/lifequiz To get my freebies, head over to: www.heatherchauvin.com/energy

"Guilt: the gift that keeps on giving." – Erma Bombeck In this episode, I talk about: Understanding and confronting the guilt, the "mom guilt", that many of us carry What the process of healing and moving on from feelings of guilt could look like Recognizing our powerful ability to control how we think and feel, and the profound effect this can have on our life Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Find out more and apply to the Mastery Coaching program here: https://heatherchauvin.com/summer To get my freebies, head over to: www.heatherchauvin.com/energy

"I am too weary to listen, too angry to hear." - Daniel Bell In this episode, Kimberly shares her story and highlights: Understanding the different reasons why anger shows up within us and how it can become part of our identity Being aware that anger is a "symptom" of something happening in our inner emotional world that requires attention The importance of being able to understand your own feelings in order to be effective in helping your child understand theirs Kimberly is a wife and mother on a self-proclaimed healing journey. Find out more about her on Instagram @running.on.grit Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Find out more and apply to the Mastery Coaching program here: https://heatherchauvin.com/summer To get my freebies, head over to: www.heatherchauvin.com/energy