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My guest, Joanna Klein, talks to us about the 4 'selfs'. When I read about these in an interview with Joanna, I just knew this would be juicy content.

After thinking about it for a while, I realized that these are markers of our own growth. So if you want to know if you are on the right track to growth, confidence and self-love - this might be the rubric you are looking for.

We talk about:

• How Joanna helps people relook at their life stories (3:25)
• What self-awareness looks like for us (3:45)
• What might be the hardest choice for both of us (17:45)
• An easier path to self-love (22:50)
• Why Joanna's program isn't about memoir but growth (& confidence, if you ask me) (32:15)
• How I use the archetypes for self-acceptance (34:38)
• The fifth BONUS self (38:08)

SELF-LOVE QUIZ HERE.

Learn more about Joanna Klein:

Joanna Klein has been an international leader in personal growth and self-empowerment programs for over four decades. She is the creator and facilitator of an online life story writing course called Journey to Legacy, where she guides clients through a transformative process to help them feel good about the life they've lived, the years ahead, and the legacy they'll leave behind.
In addition, Joanna is the host of a live, weekly TV show that streams on Roku, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire. On her show - also called Journey to Legacy -Joanna teaches her audience how their unique experiences, valuable lessons, and inner wisdom deserve to be honored, celebrated, and shared with loved ones.

Learn more about Joanna and get a free gift on her site: journeytolegacy.com

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Rediscover your creativity and reignite your passions in midlife. On this week's Inviting Shift Show, we're joined by three remarkable women—Cassandra, Sharon, and Kelly—who share their inspiring stories of embracing new creative pursuits and self-care practices. Cassandra, a certified coaching healer, sheds light on how she helps spiritual entrepreneurs conquer their fears and find clarity. Sharon, an artist and creativity coach, passionately discusses the importance of granting oneself permission to explore artistic passions, particularly for those who were discouraged during their youth. Meanwhile, Kelly, a city planner with a knack for architecture, underscores the necessity of engaging in fulfilling activities outside of one's professional life.
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Sharon J. Burton is an artist, art curator, poet, teaching artist, yoga nidra guide, certified creativity coach and founder of Spark Your Creative based in the Washington, DC area. Since 2016, she has focused on helping people in "creative recovery"...those looking to revive or jump-start their creativity through group and individual coaching, workshops, her blog and as the host of Spark Your Creative Podcast which features artists and other creatives who are using their unique talents to create more mindful communities and a safer world.Get her Affirmations for Creative Breakthroughs for free through this link.
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Kelly Wong has dedicated 24 years to preserving cultural heritage sites worldwide. She is currently a Principal Planner at the City & County of San Francisco, leading a team that enforces the Planning Code. Her career includes roles at the Getty Conservation Institute, The Presidio Trust, and Architectural Resources Group. Kelly holds an architecture degree from UC Berkeley and a master’s in historic preservation from the University of Pennsylvania. Outside of work, Kelly enjoys traveling, trying new foods, kayaking, dancing, yoga, and recently began learning medieval illumination and calligraphy.

Cassandra Rosa is a certified coach & healer and intuitive business coach. Her mission is to help spiritual entrepreneurs go deep within on their journey to creating an impactful and fulfilling life & business. She is an award-winning author of the book Now What: Create the Clarity to Achieve Your Dreams designed to help people navigate life’s “Now What” moments. She is also a co-host of The Limitless Human Podcast created to help people achieve their limitless potential while honouring the human experience. Get the confident entrepreneur journal with 22 journal prompts to help you release self-doubt and finally start your business right here.
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Ever feel like your career ladder has turned into a hamster wheel? What if you could turn that feeling of dread into anticipation and excitement? That's exactly what we'll uncover with our esteemed guest, level-up coach Genea Barnes. Specializing in helping individuals navigate midlife career transitions, Genea is a beacon of wisdom for those considering a leap into entrepreneurship.
We kick-start our conversation by exploring the pivotal signs indicating it's time for a change. You'll get to understand how our survival instinct often pushes us towards growth, and yet, how complacency can lead to unhappiness. As we plunge deeper into the dialogue, we grapple with the fear of leaving behind prestige, money, and time investments for uncharted territories. Genea introduces us to the process of identifying our true passions and skills, and the importance of resilience during this transformative journey.
Transitioning isn't just about the change, it's about finding purpose and clarity. That's why we dedicate ample time to discovering what brings joy and fulfillment. You'll learn strategies to transition your brain from 'prevent and protect' mode to a stage of creativity and problem-solving. We wrap up with useful tips on creating a vision for your future and broadening your problem-solving perspective. Get ready for an honest, transformative conversation on personal growth and career fulfillment with Genea Barnes. Tune in, this could be the start of your best career move yet!
ABOUT Genea Barnes

Genea Barnes teaches small business owners and entrepreneurs to be more efficient and profitable in their businesses by helping them streamline their workload, time, and decision-making.
Her custom state-of-the-art system, which she used to save her own business from financial ruin, is based on 20 years of experience, study, and training with leading experts.
Genea has helped hundreds of people take their businesses and lives to the next level giving them time freedom, healthy live-work balance, and financial breakthroughs. She believes that when you feel good about who you are and what you do, you evolve humanity.

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Are you ready to rekindle your creativity through the wisdom of Certified Creativity Coach, Sharon Burton? She joins us in this episode to provide a roadmap to reclaiming your imaginative flair, particularly as we navigate life's middle chapters. Yoga Nidra, curiosity, and supportive surroundings are just a few of the catalysts for your creative resurgence she'll share in our deep dive.
Sharon imparts the importance of being open to new passions and not restricting ourselves to a single creative outlet. She emphasizes that reawakening our creativity isn't just about professional pursuits, but also serves as a form of self-care. Overcoming negative feedback, and breaking the cycle of procrastination, Sharon imparts her journey towards embracing her passion for writing, underlining that it's never too late to chase your creative dreams.
Wrapping up, we'll traverse the often tricky waters of managing expectations from those around us, while still making time for our creative endeavors. Inspirational nuggets like going on solo artist dates and taking advantage of learning opportunities in our environment will be covered. So whether you're a dormant artist awaiting reawakening or someone just looking to integrate more creativity into your life, tune in for a fresh perspective on letting your imagination run wild.
ABOUT Sharon:
Sharon J. Burton is a visual artist, poet, and creative life advisor, and Founder of Spark Your Creative (SparkYourCreative.com) based in the Washington, DC area. Since 2016, she has focused on helping people at midlife in “creative recovery”...those looking to revive or jump-start their creativity through workshops, her blog, and as the host of Spark Your Creative Podcast which features artists and other creatives who are using their unique talents to create more mindful communities and a safer world.

Sharon is a certified Creativity Coach through the Creativity Coaching Association which is also a member. She received her certification as a Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra guide through Jennifer Reis Yoga. Sharon is also a Level II, Reiki Certified practitioner and received her and received her Breathwork + Meditation Teacher Certification from Faith Hunter Sharon infuses her creativity coaching with wellness practices to help her clients break through the blocks that prevent them from fully engaging in their creative potential.

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Need to calm that nervous system down for some creative time? Sharon offers a Yoga Nidra session in the Midlife Mojo Summit to help you prepare your body and mind. Sign up for free and tune in here.
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Get ready to dive deep into the real secrets of self-care and self-love! 🎉 In this episode, we're bringing together an amazing panel of women—Margaret Selby, Jamie Besser, and Nikki Yazbeck—who are shaking up the idea of what it means to truly nurture yourself. Ever feel like traditional pampering only scratches the surface? Margaret, a transformational retreat leader, Jamie, a self-care superfan, and Nicky, a yoga and plant medicine guru, are here to share their unique insights on weaving self-care into your everyday routine. 🌿💆‍♀️

From practical strategies to the magic of flexibility, they’ll cover how movement, exercise, and even a little sunlight can work wonders for your well-being. Plus, we’ll chat about the power of women’s circles and the life-changing connections they’ve experienced. This is self-care like you’ve never heard it before! 🌞✨

GUESTS:
Jamie Bessler is a retired educator. Empty nester. Seeker of personal enrichment. You can find more about Woman Within here.
Margaret Selby's leadership experience includes facilitating transformational international women's retreats, leadership roles in the Woman Within Colorado community since 2001, facilitating women’s empowerment circles since 1999, raising 2 teenagers (!), and coaching both individual and corporate clients. She's been a certified personal and professional coach since 2018. ​She's passionate about helping you kick YOUR inner critics to the curb and supporting women to say HELL YES to themselves!
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Nicky Yazbeck is the host of "The Connected Community Podcast: Exploring Possibility," a space where mindfulness, movement, and self-discovery come together to help listeners unlock new possibilities for personal growth and transformation. Nicky holds a Master’s degree in Social Work, which profoundly shapes her holistic approach to wellness and personal development. Whether through her yoga teaching (over 20 years and 1000 hours of training), podcasting, or social work, Nicky is passionate about helping people explore their potential and transform their lives through mindfulness, movement, and self-discovery.

For more about Nicky’s professional background and journey, visit www.nickyYyoga.com.

HOST:
Christina Smith is a life coach specializing in confidence and self-love in midlife so that women can finally truly like themselves and how they show up for themselves and their relationships.

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