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The Art Of Imperfect Adulting - From City Living To A Hobby Farm and Back to Town with Kathy Stowell
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From City Living To A Hobby Farm and Back to Town with Kathy Stowell

02/06/25 • 43 min

The Art Of Imperfect Adulting

In this episode of "The Art of Imperfect Adulting," host Amy Stone chats with Kathy Stowell about moving from a city in Calgary to her life on a hobby farm and her move back to a more urban setting.

Kathy Stowell is a mom coach and the founder of Mom Coach Coach School and Mom Coach Club. She lives in Nelson, British Columbia, and leverages her experiences from simplicity and creativity coaching to guide other moms in balancing their lives.

Main Topics Covered:

  • Transition from living in Calgary to a rural hobby farm, then to an urban area
  • Establishing her business as a mom coach and the creation of Mom Coach Coach School
  • Personal stories about rural life, including the building of a straw bale house and adjustments after moving
  • Impactful experiences like the evacuation due to a jet fuel spill
  • Kathy's current offerings, including monthly memberships and workshops for mom coaches

Quote from Kathy Stowell "When we moved from the chaos of an urban lifestyle to a simpler rural existence, it wasn't just about slowing down; it was about rediscovering joy in small things, like puzzling and farming."

Timestamps:

  • [00:00] – Introduction to the episode and Kathy Stowell
  • [02:30] – Kathy's preferred jigsaw puzzle strategies: edges and corners
  • [06:15] – Amy's insistence on starting with corners
  • [07:45] – Kathy's background in simplicity parenting and creativity coaching
  • [10:20] – Transition from Calgary to a rural hobby farm and lifestyle changes
  • [16:50] – Building and living in a straw bale house
  • [22:30] – The move back to an urban setting and new family dynamics
  • [27:15] – Evacuation due to a jet fuel spill and its emotional impact
  • [34:40] – Developing Mom Coach Coach School and Mom Coach Club
  • [40:00] – Kathy's lighter side: childhood obsessions and favorite pastimes
  • [44:20] – Kathy’s workshop
  • [47:00] – Final remarks

Kathy Stowell has a special offer for the audience.

Find Your Life Purpose as a Mom Coach

Description of the product offered: Two Hour pre-recorded workshop to find clarity on what your purpose as a mom coach might look like

Value of the product offered: $67

Special offer for the listeners of the show: 75% off

Listeners can collect this offer (link & coupon code): https://blissbeyondnaptime.thrivecart.com/find-your-life-purpose-live-workshop/

code: IMPERFECT

This may be a limited time offer so if you have trouble redeeming the offer please contact Kathy Stowell directly.

Be sure to join the Imperfect Adulting Email newsletter community so that this information comes straight to your email box www.imperfectadulting.com

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In this episode of "The Art of Imperfect Adulting," host Amy Stone chats with Kathy Stowell about moving from a city in Calgary to her life on a hobby farm and her move back to a more urban setting.

Kathy Stowell is a mom coach and the founder of Mom Coach Coach School and Mom Coach Club. She lives in Nelson, British Columbia, and leverages her experiences from simplicity and creativity coaching to guide other moms in balancing their lives.

Main Topics Covered:

  • Transition from living in Calgary to a rural hobby farm, then to an urban area
  • Establishing her business as a mom coach and the creation of Mom Coach Coach School
  • Personal stories about rural life, including the building of a straw bale house and adjustments after moving
  • Impactful experiences like the evacuation due to a jet fuel spill
  • Kathy's current offerings, including monthly memberships and workshops for mom coaches

Quote from Kathy Stowell "When we moved from the chaos of an urban lifestyle to a simpler rural existence, it wasn't just about slowing down; it was about rediscovering joy in small things, like puzzling and farming."

Timestamps:

  • [00:00] – Introduction to the episode and Kathy Stowell
  • [02:30] – Kathy's preferred jigsaw puzzle strategies: edges and corners
  • [06:15] – Amy's insistence on starting with corners
  • [07:45] – Kathy's background in simplicity parenting and creativity coaching
  • [10:20] – Transition from Calgary to a rural hobby farm and lifestyle changes
  • [16:50] – Building and living in a straw bale house
  • [22:30] – The move back to an urban setting and new family dynamics
  • [27:15] – Evacuation due to a jet fuel spill and its emotional impact
  • [34:40] – Developing Mom Coach Coach School and Mom Coach Club
  • [40:00] – Kathy's lighter side: childhood obsessions and favorite pastimes
  • [44:20] – Kathy’s workshop
  • [47:00] – Final remarks

Kathy Stowell has a special offer for the audience.

Find Your Life Purpose as a Mom Coach

Description of the product offered: Two Hour pre-recorded workshop to find clarity on what your purpose as a mom coach might look like

Value of the product offered: $67

Special offer for the listeners of the show: 75% off

Listeners can collect this offer (link & coupon code): https://blissbeyondnaptime.thrivecart.com/find-your-life-purpose-live-workshop/

code: IMPERFECT

This may be a limited time offer so if you have trouble redeeming the offer please contact Kathy Stowell directly.

Be sure to join the Imperfect Adulting Email newsletter community so that this information comes straight to your email box www.imperfectadulting.com

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undefined - An Unexpected Road to Rekindling an Acting Career in Munich with Anne Alexander-Sieder

An Unexpected Road to Rekindling an Acting Career in Munich with Anne Alexander-Sieder

In this episode of "The Art of Imperfect Adulting," host Amy Stone chats with Anne Alexander-Sieder, an American actor-turned-European-resident, about her journey from acting in summer camps to building a career and life in Munich, Germany. Anne’s narrative is filled with twists, including an unexpected pregnancy, a career break, and a reinvigorated return to acting in midlife.

Anne Alexander-Sieder is a versatile actor, voiceover artist, and life and career coach residing in Munich, Germany. With an impressive career spanning continents and decades, Anne has navigated the challenges of balancing family life and professional aspirations while redefining her personal brand in the acting industry. She is the creator of the "Passion Project to Pro" workshop and the founder of act-bold.com.

Main Topics Covered:

  • Anne’s early life and move to Europe at 21.
  • Meeting her husband on a blind date and starting a family.
  • Transitioning from on-stage acting to voiceover work and back.
  • The importance of human expression and Ann's background in American Sign Language.
  • Midlife reclamation and reigniting creative passions.
  • Building a personal brand and launching the "Get Better Roles" program.
  • Overcoming societal expectations and limitations of middle age.

Quote from Anne Alexander-Sieder "Opportunities often come to us as whims or unplanned actions, and it’s the synchronicity that makes them so impactful."

Timestamps:

  • [00:00] Introduction and welcome
  • [02:15] Anne’s move to Europe and early career in acting
  • [08:30] Meeting her husband and starting a family in Munich
  • [15:45] Transitioning to voiceover work
  • [19:55] Midlife reclamation and returning to acting
  • [24:10] Anne's workshops and the "Passion Project to Pro"
  • [30:45] Michelin-starred restaurant experiences
  • [36:20] Exploring societal expectations of middle age
  • [42:55] Personal branding and marketing strategies
  • [50:10] Overcoming limiting beliefs and relaunching her career
  • [57:00] Final thoughts and closing remarks

Special offer from the guest: Name of the product offered:

Passion Project to Pro (P2) the Workbook

This workbook introduces the foundational steps to help individuals turn what they love into what they do—without having to be an expert, influencer, or coach. It’s a practical guide designed to kick-start the journey of creating an income-generating, fulfilling path around your passion or curiosity.

Value of the product offered:

Normally $27 Free with the link provided.

Special offer for the listeners of the show:

Free access to the workbook and an option to join the waitlist for my free upcoming live workshop, where listeners can ask questions and get additional guidance.

Listeners can download the free workbook and join the waitlist here: https://www.actboldtraining.com/p2

This may be a time sensitive offer if you have trouble redeeming the offer please reach out to the guest directly.

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undefined - Jane Epstein's Inspirational Journey From Childhood Trauma to Advocacy

Jane Epstein's Inspirational Journey From Childhood Trauma to Advocacy

In this episode, host Amy Stone welcomes Jane Epstein to discuss her personal journey through sibling sexual abuse (SSA), her transition from the entertainment industry to advocacy, and the publication of her memoir, "I Feel Real Guilty." Epstein shares her life experiences, the evolution of her understanding of her trauma, and her mission to raise awareness and support for SSA survivors.

Guest Information

Jane Epstein is an advocate for sibling sexual abuse awareness. She is an author, public speaker, and founder of the organization fivewaves.org.

Main Topics Covered
  • Jane's personal experiences with sibling sexual abuse
  • Her career transition from the entertainment industry to advocacy
  • Writing and publishing her memoir, "I Feel Real Guilty"
  • Founding and work with fivewaves.org
  • The dual nature of social media in providing support for SSA survivors
  • Overcoming trauma in adult relationships and counseling experiences
  • The evolving societal awareness and available resources for SSA

Quote from the Episode

"Sharing my story isn't just about my own healing; it's about helping others realize they are not alone in this journey." — Jane Epstein

Timestamps
  • [00:00 - 03:10]
  • Introduction and welcome
  • [03:11 - 08:30]
  • Jane's early life and family dynamics
  • [08:31 - 15:00]
  • Sibling abuse and its impact on her life choices
  • [15:01 - 23:45]
  • Transition into the entertainment industry
  • [23:46 - 30:50]
  • Marriages, counseling, and the resurfacing of trauma
  • [30:51 - 38:20]
  • The writing of "I Feel Real Guilty" and subsequent public speaking
  • [38:21 - 45:00]
  • Advocacy work and founding fivewaves.org
  • [45:01 - 51:30]
  • Social media's role in connecting and supporting survivors
  • [51:31 - 55:10]
  • Reflections on society's evolving understanding of SSA
  • [55:11 - 58:45]
  • Jane's personal insights and concluding thoughts
  • [58:46 - End]
  • Closing remarks and gratitude

Additional Links

Jane Epstein’s Tedx Talk https://www.ted.com/talks/jane_epstein_giving_voice_to_sibling_sexual_abuse?subtitle=en

I Feel Real Guilty https://a.co/d/7QFXjwA

Contact FiveWaves via email: [email protected]

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