REALIFE Conversations for Christian Coaches

In this episode of the Doing What Matters podcast, we discuss the importance of intentional living and embracing rest through a Sabbath approach with author Kathi Lipp. Kathi shares her journey from the bustling Silicon Valley to a serene life in Northern California's mountains and how this change inspired her new book, "Sabbath Soup." The conversation delves into pre-decided meals, the power of routine, and how creating a simple, peaceful Sabbath can offer restorative benefits. Kathi shares insights on meal planning, the joy of homemade soup, and practical tips for honoring the Sabbath in everyday life.00:00 Welcome to the Doing What Matters Podcast00:41 Introducing Special Guest: Kathi Lipp02:21 Kathi's Journey to the Mountains08:10 Discovering the Importance of Sabbath10:57 The Concept of Sabbath Soup18:47 Pre-Deciding for a Restful Sabbath26:58 Favorite Recipes and Practical Tips32:56 Closing Thoughts and Where to Find MoreRESOURCES FROM KATHI LIPP:https://sabbathsoup.com/FREE RESOURCES:https://www.therealifeprocess.com/bookREALIFE PRACTICE PODCASThttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-realife-practice-podcast/id1447675375Take the FREE Intro to Needs & Values AssessmentReady to discover what uniquely matters to YOU? CLICK HERE to take our FREE Intro to the Needs & Values Assessment.FREE Download: 4 Steps to Simplify Your CalendarReady to uncover more time on your calendar? This FREE download will help you remove what doesn’t matter, so you have space for what does. Click here to get this FREE resource!OTHER RESOURCES:Check out our YouTube Channel!Prefer to watch AND listen? Check out our YouTube channel for the podcast episode on video! Make sure to subscribe so you get all the latest updates.My Book LinkMy new book, Do What Matters, is available NOW! Banish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com.LifeMapping ToolsWould you life to discover  Life Mapping tools to help you recognize and respond to God in your Story. Check out these tools here https://www.onelifemaps.com/JOIN OUR COMMUNITY & CONNECT WITH ME:Become part of the FREE REALIFE Process® Community! Connect with Teresa and other podcast listeners, plus find additional content to help you discover your best REALIFE.Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy, on:Facebook - The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloyInstagram - teresa.mccloyLinkedIn - teresamccloyAbout Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®, a framework designed to empower individuals and groups with the tools, training, and community needed for personal and professional growth. Through the REALIFE Process®, Teresa is on a mission to help others grow in self-awareness, establish sustainable rhythms, and enhance their influence and impact by integrating faith and work into their everyday lives. She lives with her husband of 42 years on their 5th generation family farm in central Illinois and enjoys great coffee, growing beautiful flower gardens and her About Erica Vinson:Erica Vinson helps clients walk through defining moments with confidence and courage enabling them to move forward in freedom and embrace fearless living. As an ACC Credentialed and Certified Professional Life & Leadership Coach, she uses wisdom from all 3 Centers of Intelligence to help clients gain deeper self-awareness and grow in relationships with others both personally and professionally. Erica is a certified REALIFE Process® Master Coach, an ©iEnneagram Motions of the Soul Practitioner, and has a certificate in Spiritual Transformation through the Transforming Center. She lives in the Metro East St. Louis area and enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, golfing, tennis, boating/water skiing, traveling, is a bit of a technology nerd and loves learning!

Holistic Approaches to Behavioral Changes: From Routines to Spiritual Rhythms In this episode of the 'Doing What Matters' podcast, we explore the concept of behavioral change, emphasizing the importance of creating routines that can develop into rhythms and eventually become spiritual practices. The discussion includes personal anecdotes such as Teresa's health journey with Hashimoto disease and the lifestyle changes she implemented. They highlight the use of mind mapping exercises as a resource for this process and discuss the difference between addictive behaviors and routine changes. We also delve into the concept of habit stacking for efficiency and deeper spiritual engagement.Additionally, we announce a new podcast titled 'The Real Life Practice Podcast,' which will focus on topics like practicing solitude. The episode encourages listeners to reflect on their behaviors, celebrate successes, and be open to change, aligning with the belief that ordinary days can present extraordinary moments. 00:00 Welcome to the Doing What Matters PodcastTIME STAMPS:00:00 Welcome to the Doing What Matters Podcast00:51 Introducing the Guidebook Resource01:15 Understanding Behavioral Change02:22 Personal Journey with Health and Behavioral Change04:00 Identifying and Addressing Behavioral Patterns08:55 Creating New Routines and Habits17:36 Connecting Behavioral Change to Spiritual Rhythms20:13 New Podcast Announcement and Final ThoughtsFREE RESOURCES:https://www.therealifeprocess.com/bookREALIFE PRACTICE PODCASThttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-realife-practice-podcast/id1447675375Take the FREE Intro to Needs & Values AssessmentReady to discover what uniquely matters to YOU? CLICK HERE to take our FREE Intro to the Needs & Values Assessment.FREE Download: 4 Steps to Simplify Your CalendarReady to uncover more time on your calendar? This FREE download will help you remove what doesn’t matter, so you have space for what does. Click here to get this FREE resource!OTHER RESOURCES:Check out our YouTube Channel!Prefer to watch AND listen? Check out our YouTube channel for the podcast episode on video! Make sure to subscribe so you get all the latest updates.My Book LinkMy new book, Do What Matters, is available NOW! Banish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com.LifeMapping ToolsWould you life to discover  Life Mapping tools to help you recognize and respond to God in your Story. Check out these tools here https://www.onelifemaps.com/JOIN OUR COMMUNITY & CONNECT WITH ME:Become part of the FREE REALIFE Process® Community! Connect with Teresa and other podcast listeners, plus find additional content to help you discover your best REALIFE.Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy, on:Facebook - The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloyInstagram - teresa.mccloyLinkedIn - teresamccloyAbout Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®, a framework designed to empower individuals and groups with the tools, training, and community needed for personal and professional growth. Through the REALIFE Process®, Teresa is on a mission to help others grow in self-awareness, establish sustainable rhythms, and enhance their influence and impact by integrating faith and work into their everyday lives. She lives with her husband of 42 years on their 5th generation family farm in central Illinois and enjoys great coffee, growing beautiful flower gardens and her About Erica Vinson:Erica Vinson helps clients walk through defining moments with confidence and courage enabling them to move forward in freedom and embrace fearless living. As an ACC Credentialed and Certified Professional Life & Leadership Coach, she uses wisdom from all 3 Centers of Intelligence to help clients gain deeper self-awareness and grow in relationships with others both personally and professionally. Erica is a certified REALIFE Process® Master Coach, an ©iEnneagram Motions of the Soul Practitioner, and has a certificate in Spiritual Transformation through the Transforming Center. She lives in the Metro East St. Louis area and enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, golfing, tennis, boating/water skiing, traveling, is a bit of a technology nerd and loves learning!

In this episode of the Doing What Matters podcast, we discuss the profound impact words have on our lives. We explore how language influences our self-perception, emotions, and actions. The conversation delves into the significance of reframing negative thoughts and using specific language to create meaningful and actionable steps in various life areas. We introduce the concept of 'I am' statements and areas of focus to help listeners redefine their lives holistically. We also recommend resources like Teresa's book 'Do What Matters: Live from Rest, Not Rush' and the Needs and Values Assessment available on their website to further aid in developing empowering language. Come dive into this conversation with us!TIME STAMPS:00:00 Welcome to Doing What Matters00:50 Introduction to the Book and Glossary02:07 The Power of Words and Language02:55 Language Development in Children04:14 Impact of Words on Perception05:14 Reframing Negative Thoughts06:10 Areas of Focus and I Am Statements12:19 Action Words and Specificity16:29 Personal Development and Language19:32 Conclusion and ResourcesFREE RESOURCES:Take the FREE Intro to Needs & Values AssessmentReady to discover what uniquely matters to YOU? CLICK HERE to take our FREE Intro to the Needs & Values Assessment.FREE Download: 4 Steps to Simplify Your CalendarReady to uncover more time on your calendar? This FREE download will help you remove what doesn’t matter, so you have space for what does. Click here to get this FREE resource!OTHER RESOURCES:Check out our YouTube Channel!Prefer to watch AND listen? Check out our YouTube channel for the podcast episode on video! Make sure to subscribe so you get all the latest updates.My Book LinkMy book, Do What Matters, is available NOW! Banish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com.LifeMapping ToolsWould you life to discover  Life Mapping tools to help you recognize and respond to God in your Story. Check out these tools here https://www.onelifemaps.com/JOIN OUR COMMUNITY & CONNECT WITH ME:Become part of the FREE REALIFE Process® Community! Connect with Teresa and other podcast listeners, plus find additional content to help you discover your best REALIFE.Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy, on:Facebook - The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloyInstagram - teresa.mccloyLinkedIn - teresamccloyAbout Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®, a framework designed to empower individuals and groups with the tools, training, and community needed for personal and professional growth. Through the REALIFE Process®, Teresa is on a mission to help others grow in self-awareness, establish sustainable rhythms, and enhance their influence and impact by integrating faith and work into their everyday lives. She lives with her husband of 42 years on their 5th generation family farm in central Illinois and enjoys great coffee, growing beautiful flower gardens and her About Erica Vinson:Erica Vinson helps clients walk through defining moments with confidence and courage enabling them to move forward in freedom and embrace fearless living. As an ACC Credentialed and Certified Professional Life & Leadership Coach, she uses wisdom from all 3 Centers of Intelligence to help clients gain deeper self-awareness and grow in relationships with others both personally and professionally. Erica is a certified REALIFE Process® Master Coach, an ©iEnneagram Motions of the Soul Practitioner, and has a certificate in Spiritual Transformation through the Transforming Center. She lives in the Metro East St. Louis area and enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, golfing, tennis, boating/water skiing, traveling, is a bit of a technology nerd and loves learning!

In this episode of the 'Doing What Matters' podcast, hosts Teresa McCloy and Erica Vinson delve into the essence of transformational group coaching with guest Jordan Mercedes. Jordan, a Master Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation introduces her new book 'Professional Group Coaching for Growth and Transformation.' She shares insights on building community within groups, distinct themes for successful group coaching sessions, and the fundamental differences between leading groups and teams.  Throughout the conversation, Jordan emphasizes the power of connection, safe spaces, and authentic transformation. Tune in to discover practical advice and inspiration for enhancing group coaching dynamics and fostering a meaningful learning environment.00:00 Welcome to the Doing What Matters Podcast00:44 Introducing Special Guest: Jordan Mercedes01:49 Jordan's New Book: Professional Group Coaching02:50 The Inspiration Behind the Book05:39 Transformational Group Coaching09:50 Practical Group Coaching Exercises15:01 Defining Group vs. Team Coaching18:01 Themes for Effective Group Coaching21:46 The Power of Community in Group Coaching26:02 Connecting with Jordan MercedesConnection with Jordan Mercedes at : https://www.jordanmercedes.com/Find Jordan’s Book: CLICK HERE FREE RESOURCES:Take the FREE Intro to Needs & Values AssessmentReady to discover what uniquely matters to YOU? CLICK HERE to take our FREE Intro to the Needs & Values Assessment.FREE Download: 4 Steps to Simplify Your CalendarReady to uncover more time on your calendar? This FREE download will help you remove what doesn’t matter, so you have space for what does. Click here to get this FREE resource!Get to know the story behind the REALIFE Process® through our film, Rested Success!CLICK HERE to watch the 15-minute documentary film where you’ll hear Teresa’s story, how the REALIFE Process® began and developed, plus how our Certified Facilitators are using the Process in the work that they do.OTHER RESOURCES:Check out our YouTube Channel!Prefer to watch AND listen? Check out our YouTube channel for the podcast episode on video! Make sure to subscribe so you get all the latest updates.My Book LinkMy new book, Do What Matters, is available NOW! Banish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com.LifeMapping ToolsWould you life to discover  Life Mapping tools to help you recognize and respond to God in your Story. Check out these tools here https://www.onelifemaps.com/JOIN OUR COMMUNITY & CONNECT WITH ME:Become part of the FREE REALIFE Process® Community! Connect with Teresa and other podcast listeners, plus find additional content to help you discover your best REALIFE.Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy, on:Facebook - The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloyInstagram - teresa.mccloyLinkedIn - teresamccloyAbout Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®. The REALIFE Process® is dedicated to equipping others and providing community, training, tools and resources,in order to cultivate both personal and professional development and growth. Teresa’s mission is to see individuals and groups grow in self awareness, develop sustainable rhythms, and increase their influence and impact at the intersection of faith and work in their everyday life story. About Erica Vinson:Erica Vinson helps clients walk through defining moments with confidence and courage enabling them to move forward in freedom and embrace fearless living. As an ACC Credentialed and Certified Professional Life & Leadership Coach, she uses wisdom from all 3 Centers of Intelligence to help clients gain deeper self-awareness and grow in relationships with others both personally and professionally. Erica is a certified REALIFE Process® Master Coach, an ©iEnneagram Motions of the Soul Practitioner, and has a certificate in Spiritual Transformation through the Transforming Center. She lives in the Metro East St. Louis area and enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, golfing, tennis, boating/water skiing, traveling, is a bit of a technology nerd and loves learning!

In this milestone 300th episode of the 'Doing What Matters' podcast, host Teresa McCloy celebrates six years of podcasting. Reflecting on her journey, Teresa shares the evolution of the podcast through three different titles and the invaluable lessons learned from consistency. She discusses memorable guests, impactful conversations, and the personal and professional growth that podcasting has fostered. Teresa also announces the launch of a new sister podcast, 'The REALIFE Practice set to debut in October 2024 with co-host Lindsey Sterchi.. Tune in for a heartfelt celebration and inspiring insights on the significance of showing up regularly.TIME STAMPS;00:00 Welcome to the 300th Episode Celebration!00:50 Reflecting on the Journey: From Enneagram to Real Life Process02:33 Podcast Evolution and Global Reach05:05 Consistency: The Key to Personal and Professional Growth09:22 Exciting Announcements and Future Plans10:37 Gratitude and Looking ForwardSubscribe to the NEW REALIFE Practice Podcast on your Favorite Podcast Player CLICK HERE FREE RESOURCES:Take the FREE Intro to Needs & Values AssessmentReady to discover what uniquely matters to YOU? CLICK HERE to take our FREE Intro to the Needs & Values Assessment.FREE Download: 4 Steps to Simplify Your CalendarReady to uncover more time on your calendar? This FREE download will help you remove what doesn’t matter, so you have space for what does. Click here to get this FREE resource!OTHER RESOURCES:Check out our YouTube Channel!Prefer to watch AND listen? Check out our YouTube channel for the podcast episode on video! Make sure to subscribe so you get all the latest updates.Teresa's Book LinkMy new book, Do What Matters, is available NOW! Banish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com.LifeMapping ToolsWould you life to discover  Life Mapping tools to help you recognize and respond to God in your Story. Check out these tools here https://www.onelifemaps.com/JOIN OUR COMMUNITY & CONNECT WITH ME:Become part of the FREE REALIFE Process® Community! Connect with Teresa and other podcast listeners, plus find additional content to help you discover your best REALIFE.Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy, on:Facebook - The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloyInstagram - teresa.mccloyLinkedIn - teresamccloyAbout  the Host Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®, a framework designed to empower individuals and groups with the tools, training, and community needed for personal and professional growth. Through the REALIFE Process®, Teresa is on a mission to help others grow in self-awareness, establish sustainable rhythms, and enhance their influence and impact by integrating faith and work into their everyday lives. She lives on a 5th generation family farm in central Illinois and enjoy great coffee, beautiful flower gardens and her “little man”.About Co -Host Erica Vinson:Erica Vinson helps clients walk through defining moments with confidence and courage enabling them to move forward in freedom and embrace fearless living. As an ACC Credentialed and Certified Professional Life & Leadership Coach, she uses wisdom from all 3 Centers of Intelligence to help clients gain deeper self-awareness and grow in relationships with others both personally and professionally. Erica is a certified REALIFE Process® Master Coach, an ©iEnneagram Motions of the Soul Practitioner, and has a certificate in Spiritual Transformation through the Transforming Center. She lives in Metro East St. Louis area and enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, golfing, tennis, boating/water skiing, traveling, is a bit of a technology nerd and loves learning!

In this episode of the Doing What Matters podcast, hosts Teresa McCloy and Erica Vinson explore the concept of taking sabbaticals for entrepreneurs. Teresa shares her journey and preparations for an upcoming 10-week sabbatical, discussing the fears she faced and the steps she took to ensure her business continues to thrive in her absence. Topics include the importance of planning, the role of the team, and maintaining client relationships. The conversation highlights practical advice and personal reflections on balancing business responsibilities with personal growth and rest.TIME STAMPS: 00:00 Welcome to the Doing What Matters Podcast00:46 Recap of Previous Episode on Sabbaticals01:41 Facing and Overcoming Fear03:56 Planning for 202508:44 Personal Growth During Sabbatical09:21 Maintaining Connections and Technology14:40 Intentionality and Spiritual Growth16:36 Looking Forward to Sabbatical17:19 Conclusion and Future UpdatesFREE RESOURCES:Take the FREE Intro to Needs & Values AssessmentReady to discover what uniquely matters to YOU? CLICK HERE to take our FREE Intro to the Needs & Values Assessment.FREE Download: 4 Steps to Simplify Your CalendarReady to uncover more time on your calendar? This FREE download will help you remove what doesn’t matter, so you have space for what does. Click here to get this FREE resource!OTHER RESOURCES:Check out our YouTube Channel!Prefer to watch AND listen? Check out our YouTube channel for the podcast episode on video! Make sure to subscribe so you get all the latest updates.My Book LinkMy new book, Do What Matters, is available NOW! Banish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com.LifeMapping ToolsWould you life to discover  Life Mapping tools to help you recognize and respond to God in your Story. Check out these tools here https://www.onelifemaps.com/JOIN OUR COMMUNITY & CONNECT WITH ME:Become part of the FREE REALIFE Process® Community! Connect with Teresa and other podcast listeners, plus find additional content to help you discover your best REALIFE.Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy, on:Facebook - The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloyInstagram - teresa.mccloyLinkedIn - teresamccloyAbout Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®, a framework designed to empower individuals and groups with the tools, training, and community needed for personal and professional growth. Through the REALIFE Process®, Teresa is on a mission to help others grow in self-awareness, establish sustainable rhythms, and enhance their influence and impact by integrating faith and work into their everyday lives. She lives with her husband of 42 years on their 5th generation family farm in central Illinois and enjoys great coffee, growing beautiful flower gardens and her About Erica Vinson:Erica Vinson helps clients walk through defining moments with confidence and courage enabling them to move forward in freedom and embrace fearless living. As an ACC Credentialed and Certified Professional Life & Leadership Coach, she uses wisdom from all 3 Centers of Intelligence to help clients gain deeper self-awareness and grow in relationships with others both personally and professionally. Erica is a certified REALIFE Process® Master Coach, an ©iEnneagram Motions of the Soul Practitioner, and has a certificate in Spiritual Transformation through the Transforming Center. She lives in the Metro East St. Louis area and enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, golfing, tennis, boating/water skiing, traveling, is a bit of a technology nerd and loves learning!

In this episode of the Doing What Matters podcast, hosts Teresa McCloy and Erica Vinson discuss the importance of team retreats, sharing insights from their own experiences with the REALIFE Process community. They highlight the benefits of setting regular retreats, the value of switching to a different environment, and practical tips for planning a successful retreat. The conversation delves into the significance of building relationships, the impact of intentionality, and the importance of preparing for and reentering from a retreat. Listeners are encouraged to find inspiration in creating moments of connection and rest, both in extraordinary retreats and in ordinary daily life.TIME STAMPS:00:00 Welcome to the Doing What Matters Podcast00:48 The Value of Retreats02:08 Benefits of Regular Retreats03:30 Creating a Retreat Environment05:13 Setting Intentions and Expectations09:20 Practical Tips for Planning Retreats16:18 Preparing for and Returning from Retreats19:23 The Importance of Community and Connection20:21 Finding Extraordinary Moments in the OrdinaryFREE RESOURCES:Take the FREE Intro to Needs & Values AssessmentReady to discover what uniquely matters to YOU? CLICK HERE to take our FREE Intro to the Needs & Values Assessment.FREE Download: 4 Steps to Simplify Your CalendarReady to uncover more time on your calendar? This FREE download will help you remove what doesn’t matter, so you have space for what does. Click here to get this FREE resource!OTHER RESOURCES:Check out our YouTube Channel!Prefer to watch AND listen? Check out our YouTube channel for the podcast episode on video! Make sure to subscribe so you get all the latest updates.My Book LinkMy new book, Do What Matters, is available NOW! Banish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com.LifeMapping ToolsWould you life to discover  Life Mapping tools to help you recognize and respond to God in your Story. Check out these tools here https://www.onelifemaps.com/JOIN OUR COMMUNITY & CONNECT WITH ME:Become part of the FREE REALIFE Process® Community! Connect with Teresa and other podcast listeners, plus find additional content to help you discover your best REALIFE.Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy, on:Facebook - The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloyInstagram - teresa.mccloyLinkedIn - teresamccloyAbout Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®, a framework designed to empower individuals and groups with the tools, training, and community needed for personal and professional growth. Through the REALIFE Process®, Teresa is on a mission to help others grow in self-awareness, establish sustainable rhythms, and enhance their influence and impact by integrating faith and work into their everyday lives. She lives with her husband of 42 years on their 5th generation family farm in central Illinois and enjoys great coffee, growing beautiful flower gardens and her About Erica Vinson:Erica Vinson helps clients walk through defining moments with confidence and courage enabling them to move forward in freedom and embrace fearless living. As an ACC Credentialed and Certified Professional Life & Leadership Coach, she uses wisdom from all 3 Centers of Intelligence to help clients gain deeper self-awareness and grow in relationships with others both personally and professionally. Erica is a certified REALIFE Process® Master Coach, an ©iEnneagram Motions of the Soul Practitioner, and has a certificate in Spiritual Transformation through the Transforming Center. She lives in the Metro East St. Louis area and enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, golfing, tennis, boating/water skiing, traveling, is a bit of a technology nerd and loves learning!

In this episode of the Doing What Matters podcast, hosts Teresa McCoy and Erica Vinson discuss the concept of success and how it is often defined by societal standards such as financial achievement, education, and professional status. They propose a holistic approach to success that includes creating a 'rule of life' or 'rhythm of life' that aligns with one's values and spiritual beliefs. They emphasize the importance of personal definitions of success, the role of regular reflection, and the benefits of a flexible, personalized framework. Teresa and Erica share personal experiences and practical advice, offering resources like the Real Life Process and inspiring quotes to help listeners create their own success plans grounded in rest and authenticity.TIME STAMP00:00 Welcome to the Doing What Matters Podcast00:46 Free Resource Announcement01:11 Redefining Success02:46 Personal Definitions of Success06:29 Developing a Success Plan11:03 The Concept of Rule of Life19:46 Invitation to Create Your Rhythm of Life24:58 Conclusion and Listener EngagementFREE RESOURCES:Take the FREE Intro to Needs & Values AssessmentReady to discover what uniquely matters to YOU? CLICK HERE to take our FREE Intro to the Needs & Values Assessment.FREE Download: 4 Steps to Simplify Your CalendarReady to uncover more time on your calendar? This FREE download will help you remove what doesn’t matter, so you have space for what does. Click here to get this FREE resource!Get to know the story behind the REALIFE Process® through our film, Rested Success!CLICK HERE to watch the 15-minute documentary film where you’ll hear Teresa’s story, how the REALIFE Process® began and developed, plus how our Certified Facilitators are using the Process in the work that they do.OTHER RESOURCES:Check out our YouTube Channel!Prefer to watch AND listen? Check out our YouTube channel for the podcast episode on video! Make sure to subscribe so you get all the latest updates.My Book LinkMy new book, Do What Matters, is available NOW! Banish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com.LifeMapping ToolsWould you life to discover  Life Mapping tools to help you recognize and respond to God in your Story. Check out these tools here https://www.onelifemaps.com/JOIN OUR COMMUNITY & CONNECT WITH ME:Become part of the FREE REALIFE Process® Community! Connect with Teresa and other podcast listeners, plus find additional content to help you discover your best REALIFE.Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy, on:Facebook - The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloyInstagram - teresa.mccloyLinkedIn - teresamccloyAbout Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®. The REALIFE Process® is dedicated to equipping others and providing community, training, tools and resources,in order to cultivate both personal and professional development and growth. Teresa’s mission is to see individuals and groups grow in self awareness, develop sustainable rhythms, and increase their influence and impact at the intersection of faith and work in their everyday life story. 

In this episode of the Doing What Matters podcast, hosts Teresa McCloy and Erika Vinson discuss the importance of recognizing and combating periods of overwhelm and 'slump' in both personal and professional life. Teresa shares her experiences over the past few months, highlighting the effects of stress and the steps she took, such as taking a sabbatical, employing a framework for renewal, and connecting deeply with loved ones. The conversation explores themes like procrastination, rest, reconnection, and the application of practical tools like the “Faster Too”l and personal rule of life strategies. A companion resource on rest, renew, and review is mentioned, available online for listeners.FREE DOWNLOADhttps://www.therealifeprocess.com/bookresourcesTIME STAMPS:00:00 Introduction to Doing What Matters Podcast00:42 Exciting Resource Announcement01:09 Teresa's Summer Slump04:41 Recognizing Patterns of Procrastination04:56 Health Journey and Hashimoto's Diagnosis08:59 The Importance of Connection and Rest16:19 Practical Steps to Overcome Slumps22:58 Invitation to Reflect and Recharge24:36 Conclusion and Weekly Takeaways 12.01.23FREE RESOURCES:Take the FREE Intro to Needs & Values AssessmentReady to discover what uniquely matters to YOU? CLICK HERE to take our FREE Intro to the Needs & Values Assessment.FREE Download: 4 Steps to Simplify Your CalendarReady to uncover more time on your calendar? This FREE download will help you remove what doesn’t matter, so you have space for what does. Click here to get this FREE resource!Get to know the story behind the REALIFE Process® through our film, Rested Success!CLICK HERE to watch the 15-minute documentary film where you’ll hear Teresa’s story, how the REALIFE Process® began and developed, plus how our Certified Facilitators are using the Process in the work that they do.OTHER RESOURCES:Check out our YouTube Channel!Prefer to watch AND listen? Check out our YouTube channel for the podcast episode on video! Make sure to subscribe so you get all the latest updates.My Book LinkMy new book, Do What Matters, is available NOW! Banish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com.LifeMapping ToolsWould you life to discover  Life Mapping tools to help you recognize and respond to God in your Story. Check out these tools here https://www.onelifemaps.com/JOIN OUR COMMUNITY & CONNECT WITH ME:Become part of the FREE REALIFE Process® Community! Connect with Teresa and other podcast listeners, plus find additional content to help you discover your best REALIFE.Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy, on:Facebook - The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloyInstagram - teresa.mccloyLinkedIn - teresamccloyAbout Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®. The REALIFE Process® is dedicated to equipping others and providing community, training, tools and resources,in order to cultivate both personal and professional development and growth. Teresa’s mission is to see individuals and groups grow in self awareness, develop sustainable rhythms, and increase their influence and impact at the intersection of faith and work in their everyday life story.

SHOW NOTES:Welcome to another enriching episode of "The REALIFE Process" podcast! I'm your host, Erica Vinson, joined by my wonderful co-host, Teresa McCloy. Today, we dive deep into the vital themes of trust, transformation, and the intricate balance between rest and work. We'll explore my journey from ministry to coaching and how it shaped my approach to helping others. Together, we'll highlight the significance of fostering long-term friendships and the intentionality required to maintain those connections. Whether you're an entrepreneur, coach, or business owner, we'll show you how to live from rest, not rush. Plus, don't miss out on our exciting discussion on the power of community support, and how different helping professions can play pivotal roles in our lives. So, buckle up for some thought-provoking conversations and practical insights that aim to bring extraordinary moments to your everyday life. Let’s dive in!TIME STAMPS:IME STAMP:00:00 Embracing unplugging and setting work boundaries.06:20 Flexibility in work, balancing personal and professional.07:58 Embracing curiosity and learning led to fulfillment.12:31 Certified coaches support clients in diverse ways.14:38 Long friendship, recent changes, different paths now.16:35 Stayed for safety, leaving for new challenges.23:02 Intentional friendships, journaling, and staying connected.26:25 Balancing work and personal growth with Erica.28:48 Moving from expectation to expectancy in relationships.30:41 Building deep, meaningful friendships takes time and effort.FREE RESOURCES:Take the FREE Intro to Needs & Values AssessmentReady to discover what uniquely matters to YOU? CLICK HERE to take our FREE Intro to the Needs & Values Assessment.FREE Download: 4 Steps to Simplify Your CalendarReady to uncover more time on your calendar? This FREE download will help you remove what doesn’t matter, so you have space for what does. Click here to get this FREE resource!Get to know the story behind the REALIFE Process® through our film, Rested Success!CLICK HERE to watch the 15-minute documentary film where you’ll hear Teresa’s story, how the REALIFE Process® began and developed, plus how our Certified Facilitators are using the Process in the work that they do.OTHER RESOURCES:Check out our YouTube Channel!Prefer to watch AND listen? Check out our YouTube channel for the podcast episode on video! Make sure to subscribe so you get all the latest updates.My Book LinkMy new book, Do What Matters, is available NOW! Banish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com.LifeMapping ToolsWould you life to discover  Life Mapping tools to help you recognize and respond to God in your Story. Check out these tools here https://www.onelifemaps.com/JOIN OUR COMMUNITY & CONNECT WITH ME:Become part of the FREE REALIFE Process® Community! Connect with Teresa and other podcast listeners, plus find additional content to help you discover your best REALIFE.Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy, on:Facebook - The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloyInstagram - teresa.mccloyLinkedIn - teresamccloyAbout Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®. The REALIFE Process® is dedicated to equipping others and providing community, training, tools and resources,in order to cultivate both personal and professional development and growth. Teresa’s mission is to see individuals and groups grow in self awareness, develop sustainable rhythms, and increase their influence and impact at the intersection of faith and work in their everyday life story.