The Good Life with Michele Lamoureux

Diana Kapp's first book, Girls Who Run the World has been released and we are diving into why she wrote it and how she hopes it will serve as a resource for what is possible for young girls and young women. This is an important book of our time. "We can't be what we can't see" and this book illustrates what IS possible. Diana is a journalist and her work has appeared in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, ELLE, Marie Claire, MORE Magazine, O the Oprah Magazine, Sunset, and ESPN. All of the show notes can be found at https://thegoodlifecoach.com/053 We Discuss: What prompted her to write this book Why girls lose their sense of self-confidence Why girls are underestimating their intelligence Why she believes only 2% of women owned companies receive VC funding The certain traits that the women she interviewed have in common Why she wrote an open letter to Forbes in response to their 100 Most Innovative People list Why we need to let go of perfectionism and allow kids to follow their passions and take risks...and much more! Diana's 3 Best Tips for Living a Good Life: Have a steady running group - women you meet up with regularly Have deep ties to your community Enjoy your kids. Don’t be so busy and tell them what to do, but find quality time to spend together. Resources + Books Mentioned: dianakapp.com Diana's Book: Girls Who Run The World: 31 CEOS Who Mean Business https://www.allraise.org Michele on Instagram Thank you so much for listening! Please share today's show with a friend. Also, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast player! If you enjoyed this episode, would you please take a minute to review it on iTunes? Just Click on this link I'd love to here from you, if you have questions or comments, visit me here. If you'd like to advertise or sponsor the show, you can reach out here. Instructions on how to Rate + Review the Podcast: 1. Click on this link 2. Click “View in iTunes” button 3. Click “Subscribe” button 4. Click “Ratings and Reviews” text 5. Click to rate and leave short review and you’re done!

This is the one year anniversary of the good life coach podcast!  A heartfelt thank you to all of you.  It is because of all of you that I do this show.  This podcast is about empowering women through story-telling - sharing the stories of female entrepreneurs who are creating success on their terms.  As one of us rises, we all rise.  Let’s continue to do this together! Today to keep you inspired I'm sharing Lisa Genova's story. She was my very first guest in episode one and here we are 52 episodes later so thought it would be fun to have you hear Lisa's story as many of you are new to the show. Show notes can be found at http://thegoodlifecoach.com/052. I would be remiss if I didn’t give a shout-out to my awesome podcast editor Zack David — thank you Zack for all of your effort and care in getting the show out in the world!  Review my show and win a copy of my book:"Design a Life You Love: A Woman's Guide to Living a Happier and More Fulfilled Life!" Instructions on how to Rate + Review the Podcast: 1. Click on this link 2. Click “View in iTunes” button 3. Click “Subscribe” button 4. Click “Ratings and Reviews” text 5. Click to rate and leave a review and you’re done! 6. Take a screen shot of the review and email it to michele@thegoodlifecoach.com and I'll pick the first 3 people who submitted to win a signed copy of my book. It's that simple. Thank you so much for listening! Please share today's show with a friend. Also, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast player! In this Episode: I'm thrilled to share that Lisa Genova, the New York Times Bestselling Author of Still Alice, is today’s guest.  When I learned of Lisa’s work and life mission I knew I had to have her on the show.  She epitomizes what is possible when you listen to your internal voice and have the courage to pursue what’s in your heart.  Lisa will tell you that she is doing her “soul’s work” and living a life of purpose by bringing empathy and understanding to neurological disorders people don't like to think about.  Her book “Still Alice” became a New York Times best-seller and was turned into a major motion picture.  However, before finding her purpose, Lisa was on a very different path.  A Harvard trained Ph.D. in neuroscience, Lisa found herself at a crossroads when her first marriage ended in divorce.  It was in this moment of uncertainty that she found the courage to leave the familiar for a life as a writer.  If you are a writer or want to be one, would like to find your purpose, and/or enjoy stories of how dreams become reality, then you will love today’s episode. Key Takeaways: Why Lisa left her life as a Harvard trained PhD in Neuroscience to become a fiction writer, with no prior writing experience Why her grandmother having alzheimer's triggered her desire to write How & why she became an "empathy warrior" for people with neurological disorders How acting classes helped her become a better writer We dig into her creative process – how she crafts her books Why all of her books cover a neurological disorder and how they connect to life themes How she kept up her motivation when her future was uncertain.  Her book was originally rejected by 100 agents yet she was determined to get her book out in the world and it paid off. How her self-published book eventually secured her an agent and ended up on the New York Times Best-sellers list for 59 weeks! How she trusted that fiction was the way to tell her stories to create empathy with the reader. Why she loves the concept of duality and how our decisions create the reality we are living today vs the path not taken. How her book "Still Alice" became a major motion picture starring Julianne Moore and Alec Baldwin.   We go into how it felt to be at the Oscar's and seeing her work on the big screen. Why her latest book, "Every Note Played" deals with ALS. Lisa shares the questions we need to ask ourselves to discover our own life purpose Why you should never make decisions out of fear The books she used to learn the craft of writing 3 key tips for all women out there who want to pursue their dreams....and so much more... Lisa Genova's Bestselling Books: Still Alice  Inside the O'Briens: A Novel Left Neglected Love Anthony Every Note Played Other books referenced: On Pluto by Greg O'Brien  Writing Down The Bones by Natalie Goldberg Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott On Writing by Stephen King The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron Ted Talks: What You Can Do To Prevent Alzheimer's Inbound Talk: "If You Could Do Anything You Wanted" I'd love to here from you, if you have questions or comments, visit me here. If you'd like to advertise or sponsor the show, you can reach out here.

Today, we are discussing brain health because, sadly, 1 out of 2 people by the time they are 85 years old will have Alzheimer’s.  There are lifestyle changes we can make, and today on the show is Dr. Heather Sandison to share her expertise.  Dr. Sandison is a Naturopathic Doctor with expertise in neurocognitive medicine and neurohacking.  She has been trained to specifically address imbalances that affect the brain including Autism, ADD/ADHD, depression, anxiety, and Alzheimer’s.  She has trained with Dr. Dale Bredesen, MD, the author of “The End of Alzheimer’s.” SO many great tips in this episode.  Please share it with anyone you know who would benefit from this information.  All of the show notes can be found at https://thegoodlifecoach.com/051

Self-care is about the Mind, Body, and Spirit - it is about maintaining your power in the world as a woman. For Deeannah, it is a daily practice. She got committed to her self-care when her eyes were swollen shut from hives! Deeannah made exercising a priority but also incorporated a few other key strategies. Tune in to hear her story and learn ideas for you to incorporate to make yourself a priority - you deserve it! Show notes are at https://thegoodlifecoach.com/050 We Discuss: How getting hives was the wake-up call Deeannah needed. How she finds time to get her workouts in and how doing that in community can be a great way to have accountability to keep you motivated. What keeps her grounded and how you can do this as well. The benefits of being grateful and making it a daily practice. The importance of finding the time to decompress. Mindset tips necessary to make yourself a priority. Bonus: Mindset tip on how she became a 7-figure entrepreneur. Deeannah's top tip for making yourself a priority. Gratitude. Start and end your day by focusing on the good in your life. Don't wait until life is perfect for getting focused on yourself. Start today. Don't wish your time away. Live in the here and now. Resources + Books Mentioned: Be sure to tune in to Deeannah's inspiring entrepreneurial journey at http://thegoodlifecoach.com/031 Deeannah's website: phdfemininehealth.com Deeannah on IG Michele on Instagram Thank you so much for listening! Please share today's show with a friend. Also, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast player! If you enjoyed this episode, would you please take a minute to review it on iTunes? Just Click on this link I'd love to hear from you if you have questions or comments, visit me here. If you'd like to advertise or sponsor the show, you can reach out here. Instructions on how to Rate + Review the Podcast: 1. Click on this link 2. Click “View in iTunes” button 3. Click “Subscribe” button 4. Click “Ratings and Reviews” text 5. Click to rate and leave short review and you’re done!

What would you do if you had an idea that had been playing in your heart and mind for a decade? An idea that married your passion for entrepreneurship, tech, innovation, and jewelry? Well, Deb LaBudde decided she wanted to create a new way to purchase fine jewelry -- in the privacy of your own home so you could really try on and decide if you loved a piece. Deb's vision has revolutionized the way a woman or man can now purchase from leading designers of fine jewelry and make the experience more pleasurable. Her original concept is blossoming into something even greater -- tune in to hear her inspiring story! All of the show notes can be found at https://thegoodlifecoach.com/048 We Discuss: How Deb conceived of the idea of MEMO What she did prior to launching her business in a space where she had no prior experience. Where the name MEMO originated Why purchasing fine jewelry from the privacy of your home makes the experience more pleasurable and more likely for a sale for the jewelry designer. The steps Deb took to set herself up for success -- including surrounding herself with a stellar board of advisors. What she does every morning to set herself up for success and more... Deb's 3 Best Tips for Living a Good Life: The best things come doing the things that you are afraid of- doing the hard things. Stay physically and emotionally strong, despite the bumps.  Not giving up. Breathe Resources + Books Mentioned: Deb's website: Experiencememo.com IG/FB - @memojewelry Michele on Instagram

Lara Riggio’s Central Park Energy Center is located in the heart of New York City. She has helped tens of thousands alleviate stress, anxiety, insomnia, muscle and joint pain, fatigue and the limiting emotional patterns and beliefs that can sabotage relationships and career success in her sessions, classes and online videos. We discuss tools for reducing anxiety and stress and how to break from emotional blocks to open to love and other opportunities. Lara has been featured in HuffPost, MindBodyGreen and Prevention. The show notes are at https://thegoodlifecoach.com/047 We Discuss: Lara's definition of energy medicine. How the energy "arts" help work with the intersection of emotions and body that creates dis-ease and/or other symptoms. The tools she uses for reducing anxiety and stress. The benefits of Emotional Freedom Technique and Muscle Testing. How Lara used her healing tools to unhook from old patterns to attract in her amazing husband after wanting to be in a relationship for over a decade. What ancestral energy blocks are and why we have them. Why we need to really honor our heart and feelings to slow down and take care of ourselves and so much more Lara's 3 Best Tips for Living a Good Life: Wen you are feeling upset.  Rub your temples and try to get in touch with your heart.  Get in touch with your heart.  You have choice in the matter. Have a relationship with your heart.  Check in with your heart 4-5x a day and ask “what would feel good to me? what would nourish me in this moment?”   Once you release your upset and then how do you take inspired vs required action. Anything you don’t want to do you are fighting against yourself. There are didn’t ways for managing that stuff. What does touch, move and inspire you?  Everything can change.  So how you stay in state of being inspired vs doing them out of guilt.   Resources + Books Mentioned: The exercises Lara talked about in the Podcast: https://larariggio.com/michelestressdetox/ Lara's website - https://larariggio.com Books: Energy Medicine by Donna Eden The Tapping Solution by Nick Ortner on Emotional Freedom Technique Michele on Instagram Thank you so much for listening! Please share today's show with a friend. Also, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast player! If you enjoyed this episode, would you please take a minute to review it on iTunes? Just Click on this link I'd love to here from you, if you have questions or comments, visit me here. If you'd like to advertise or sponsor the show, you can reach out here. Instructions on how to Rate + Review the Podcast: 1. Click on this link 2. Click “View in iTunes” button 3. Click “Subscribe” button 4. Click “Ratings and Reviews” text 5. Click to rate and leave short review and you’re done!

“When you are operating outside of your comfort zone just continue to trust the process because what’s meant for you won’t miss you.” – Meha Agrawal Meha Agrawal is the Founder & CEO of Silk and Sonder, a self-care and mental wellness startup based out of San Francisco, CA. She launched a guided monthly planner and journal subscription service inspired by positive psychology and bullet journal techniques, that makes daily and proactive self-care more personalized, accessible, and actionable for women from the comfort of their homes. Prior to founding Silk and Sonder, Meha was a Software Engineer and Product Manager for Goldman Sachs, Stitch Fix, The Muse, and Fueled. She also advises women-led startups and is a founding member of Dreamers // Doers, The Wing, Lady Drinks, Female Founder Collective and other women’s groups. She splits her time between New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles and is excited to build a mental wellness brand that empowers women to be their authentic, best selves worldwide. The show notes are at https://thegoodlifecoach.com/046 WE DISCUSS: Why she left her world as a successful entrepreneur to launch her own company in her twenties. How she decided on the product and name for her company. What women need to know if they want go on their own, including the key mindset for success. What her journal provides and how it differs from the competition. Meha’s personal self-care habits. Why understanding your core values is key to creating a successful self-care habit. Spending 10-15 minutes a week on how you plan to honor those values. How she figured out projections?  Margins are getting better and better as you scale.  She didn’t wait for ideal customers before she quit.  She knew she had money in the bank for the next 3-4 months. Her definition of self-care. Why women need to make their self-care a priority. MEHA’S 3 BEST TIPS FOR LIVING A GOOD LIFE: Figure out what routine what works for you Identify what your personal core values are and live in alignment with them Don’t seek out outer validation – seek out inner validation. It will be much more colorful and rewarding. RESOURCES + BOOKS MENTIONED: IG – @silkandsonder silkandsonder.com Michele on Instagram Thank you so much for listening! Please share today’s show with a friend. Also, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast player! If you enjoyed this episode, would you please take a minute to review it on iTunes? Just Click on this link I’d love to here from you, if you have questions or comments, visit me here. If you’d like to advertise or sponsor the show, you can reach out here. Instructions on how to Rate + Review the Podcast: 1. Click on this link 2. Click “View in iTunes” button 3. Click “Subscribe” button 4. Click “Ratings and Reviews” text 5. Click to rate and leave short review and you’re done!

Julia Andrews is the founder and creator of The Art of Feminine Selling™, a sales methodology that highlights empathy and vulnerability as a strength with an emphasis on mindset and authenticity to self.  She is a sales coach and a sales-team strategist who’s sold over $215M in sales. She supports women to not be afraid of selling and teaches them how to achieve the financial success they envision for themselves. We discuss her interesting journey into the world of sales without speaking a word of English and what you need to know in order to enjoy the sales process as a female entrepreneur, and more. The show notes are at https://thegoodlifecoach.com/045   WE DISCUSS: How she got into sales selling high end knives when she didn’t speak English Why she considers Sales to be her second language instead of English How necessity to help her single mother gave her the courage and resilience to earn an income and master the art of sales The fundamental sales techniques she learned selling knives, including not to take “no” personally and why you need to sell to “qualified buyers”. How seeing someone else achieve success shows you what is possible for yourself. Julia’s definition of sales “How can I be a conduit for someone to help them elevate their life in anyway you can.” Selling is about helping the people who gravitates towards you and listening well to helping them along the way.  It isn’t about convincing someone. How you need to have a serving heart and to figure out if there is the right fit. Your mind will give you what you want.  If you want to focus on all of the negatives your mind will give you that.  If you want something to work, it will come to you.  Look at obstacles as  way to course correct. Follow-up is key – 50% of the sales are done in the follow-up. Women don’t charge enough because of shame and guilt of asking for more money.  Feeling like I’m “not enough” may prevent you to charge for your value. JULIA’S 3 BEST TIPS FOR LIVING A GOOD LIFE: Honor your body and everything that you love. Accept yourself for your uniqueness. “Life is not a dress rehearsal, so live it fully.” – Source Attributed to many different people. RESOURCES + BOOKS MENTIONED: Juliaandrews.com   Jen Sincero: “You are a Badass at Making Money”   Michele on Instagram   Thank you so much for listening! Please share today’s show with a friend. Also, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast player!   If you enjoyed this episode, would you please take a minute to review it on iTunes? Just Click on this link   I’d love to here from you, if you have questions or comments, visit me here.   If you’d like to advertise or sponsor the show, you can reach out here.   Instructions on how to Rate + Review the Podcast:   1. Click on this link 2. Click “View in iTunes” button 3. Click “Subscribe” button 4. Click “Ratings and Reviews” text 5. Click to rate and leave short review and you’re done!

Tamsen Fadal is a 12-time Emmy award-winning journalist and primetime anchor for the PIX11 News in New York at 5, 6 and 10pm. Tamsen is also the executive producer and host of Broadway Profiles, Changemakers, and a three-time author. With more than two decades of experience, she has covered local, national and international stories including Hurricane Sandy, the Metro North train derailment, the London bombings and the war on terror. In 2002, Tamsen traveled to Afghanistan and was embedded with the American troops during the war. We do a deep dive into the valuable tips she shares in her most recent book: “The New Single: Finding, Fixing and Falling Back In Love With Yourself After a Break-up or Divorce.” It is a motivational roadmap to rediscovering your power and living your best life. The show notes are at https://thegoodlifecoach.com/044   WE DISCUSS: She wrote this book as a roadmap for herself It took her a year to feel balanced again and she realized the first 90 days were key. She began removing obstacles.  She had to figure out who she was.  She was a wife and now was a single woman.  She surveyed the surroundings in order to survive. The book is about figuring out who you are again. Planning your time and being organized is essential. Be the architect of your life. Tamsen decluttered her apartment.  She didn’t leave her home – so she re-did the bedroom, kitchen, and closets.  Repainted furniture.  She got rid of anything that didn’t serve her or reminded her of him. She made the space feel like her instead. She ended up in $100,000 worth of debt and we discuss how she got out. How to stop looking for “the one more thing”.  Looking for closure.  One more sentence.  One more question. The importance of talking with friends and finding support through a therapist and other resources. And so much more… TAMSEN’S 3 BEST TIPS FOR LIVING A GOOD LIFE: Make peace with the past – stop misremembering it and start romancing the future.  Decide what you want and go after that.  Write it down to set a roadmap. Use vision boards. Live your someday, today. RESOURCES + BOOKS: Tamsenfadal.com   The New Single: Finding, Fixing, and Falling Back in Love with Yourself After a Breakup or Divorce   @tamsenfadal on IG and other social media   Michele on Instagram   Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast player — and be sure to follow Michele on Instagram!   Thank you so much for listening! Please share today’s show with a friend.   I’d love to here from you, if you have questions or comments, visit me here.   If you’d like to advertise or sponsor the show, you can reach out here.   This episode was sponsored by Design a Life You Love, A Woman’s Guide to Living a Happier and More Fulfilled Life. My book includes 52 inspirations, one for every week of the year, each with practical tips to guide you to self-love and success on your own terms. It makes a great gift for yourself or a friend!   Directions on How to Rate + Review the Podcast:   If you enjoyed this episode, would you please take a minute to review it on iTunes?   1. Click on this link 2. Click “View in iTunes” button 3. Click “Subscribe” button 4. Click “Ratings and Reviews” text 5. Click to rate and leave short review and you’re done!