The Good Life with Michele Lamoureux

In this Episode: Hi, this is your host Michele and I appreciate you tuning in today and for every episode that you’ve joined me for.  As an empowerment coach for the last 17 years.  I know that it is motivating to hear another woman’s journey; whether that is through a book, a podcast, or some other way…. you begin to realize that if something is possible for one person, it is also possible for you.  The truth is that many of the women I bring on the show, you may never hear about other than on this show but that’s by design — I want to show you examples of real, everyday, motivated women showing up to design a life they love.  They are looking to create something special and meaningful in their life and I know that is also possible for you. The stories I choose to share are unique - they serve as an example that the power to create comes from your ability to imagine a future you that gets you excited and then the key is to take some action every day towards those goals.  I’ll be doing some solo shows in the near future to help guide on your path and give you specific tools that will help you. With that said, I’m excited to bring you today’s guest.  Moe McClanahan is a police investigator who works to protect children from online predators.  She's been a police officer for 19 years and working internet crimes against children for the last 6 years.  Her work is intense and often emotionally draining which is tough enough but Moe had also battled postpartum depression when her son was born.  So four years ago Moe made a mindset shift that changed her life.  She began working out regularly and changed how she ate and her depression lifted.  Her life changed and she now feels energized, happy, and motivated.  This is what inspired her to help other women with their fitness goals.  If you hear Moe talking about moms that is because it is her niche but her story is relevant for all women, especially if you are working full time you’ll see an example of how someone is managing a day job and focusing on the "dream" career. I will mention that since Moe is a police investigator in addition to her 3 best tips for empowering women to get fit, I also asked her for tips to protect our kids online and she shares those as well as her favorite apps.  This is an episode you won’t want to miss and is one you’ll want to share.  The online safety tips come from someone with years of first hand experience tracking these criminals down.  http://thegoodlifecoach.com/013 Also, since we are talking about self-care today, I created a special freebie that you can download on the show notes page.  It has 52 self-care tips for you busy women out there one idea for every week of the year.  Let’s make 2019 the year you take care of you! Key Takeaways: Moe experienced post-partum depression and it lifted when she found a community and began working out regularly with the help of a fitness coach. Moe gets up every morning at 4:00am and does personal development and gets in her “mom” time.  She works out with her "Fit Club" in the mornings before heading into the office. Accountability, creating a routine, and mindset shifts helped keep her going.  She didn’t want to go back to that depressed place.  She encourages women to focus on their nutrition - to have more energy. Do one new thing each week.  Kick one unhealthy habit like giving up soda and pick one new positive habit to start.  That feeling of accomplishing something smaller compounds and that begins motivating her clients.  She says finding what that key is is what helps makes them want to keep going. Healthy heroes is an idea she has launched.  She saw that the kids that were victimized - the common denominator was low self-esteem and insecurity.  She is empowering the moms to empower the kids but eventually she wants to help kids with mindset, nutrition, and leadership within themselves to love themselves at an earlier age.  Moe's top tips to protect your kids online: First, she says kids under the age of 13 shouldn’t have smart phones and social media actually says you should be 13 years or older.  However, since that isn't the reality for most families, here is what she recommends: Discuss the dangers and what your kids would do if they were approached or if something didn’t seem right.  Make sure they know that it is safe for them to report anything to you. Know how the device works before giving it to your kid.  Turn off the camera and set up a time for the phone to go off.  Set screen time to two hours a day She is 100% against snapchat and kik because they have disappearing photos and no way to persecute against an offender without proof.  Keep kids off of these apps. Facebook now has secret messages - be aware of this. Don’t be afraid to make rules with your kids.  When laptops first came out they used to be in a common area but with the tablets and the cell phones became prevalent, that education went out the door.  Make rules to always have the phone in common areas and at night the parents should have the phones as that is when a lot of the issues arise. Apps she recommends to protect your kids online: My mobile watch dog NetNanny Phone companies have parental monitoring that you pay for that you can use to do things like turn off data. 3 best tips to become healthy and strong: Put yourself first.  Fill your own cup and let your love overflow into your family. Have a community - we aren't meant to do the hard things alone. Find a nutrition plan that works for you while giving yourself grace to be you. Resources: Moe McClanahan Moe on Instagram Moe on Facebook Find Michele on Instagram Books: 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’s a short book that you can read in about an hour, but includes life lessons that will last a lifetime. Thank you for listening to the show! 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In this Episode: How do you create an app by yourself when you have no prior experience programming?  Well today's guest, Maria Fuller, did just that after research she found on a google search on how to create an app!  That is some serious determination.  Maria is the Founder of the Empowered Girl App for Clever, Creative and Inquisitive Girls which is what we discuss today.  She is also the Founder and  Thought Leader behind raisingapowerfulgirl.com, whose mission is to foster Independence, Leadership and Strong Personal Identity in Girls so they can change the world.  We discuss why Maria decided to start this platform and the steps she took to create it.  If you ever wanted to create an app you'll learn some interesting tips, including why she chose not to sell it on iTunes.  Maria is a contributing writer to Arianna Huffington's Thrive Global and her work has been featured on numerous online publications and summits including google and yahoo news. Key Takeaways: Maria has always been passionate about using her voice in a male dominated world as she began her career as a paramedic. A self-proclaimed "non-techie", Maria figured out how to develop her app 100% on her own, and continues to expand it by herself. Maria believes that the change we need to see in this world begins with raising a powerful girl, and that means equipping them with the tools they need to navigate life. With a rising rate of anxiety and depression in girls, Maria understands through her research and her own experience that teaching personal development skills at an early are a great first step towards empowering girls. We discuss why Maria believes that all girls should understand and have healthy self-care practices in place for taking care of not only their bodies but their minds and spirit as well. We discuss how she has brought on powerful role models for the girls including Victoria Arlen, a recent contestant on Dancing with the Stars and how her story helped empower her own daughter to find better friends without the drama. It took her 6 weeks to develop the app, 60-70 hours a week.  Maria decided not to put it on Apple and Google after she learned that kids wouldn't be able to access it the way she wanted and didn't want to share the percentage that Apple takes on all sales. All you need is one good friend.  Surround yourself with positive people. 3 Best Actionable Tips: Get in touch with your authentic self and do some soul searching.  Ask yourself "When you were 9 years old what was your spirit like?   What did you change about yourself and maybe not for the better? Rediscover who you are so you can reconnect with your intuition. Stop second guessing yourself and tune into your intuition. Talk to yourself the way you would console a child or friend and give yourself the self-love and grace you deserve. Resources: The Interview I did with Maria on her Podcast: Raising A Powerful Girl.com Empowered Girl App Maria on Instagram Strong the Magazine for Girls Princess Awesome Girls Find Michele on Instagram Books: 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’s a short book that you can read in about an hour, but includes life lessons that will last a lifetime. Apply to Michele's Private Practice Under "Coaching" Thank you for listening to the show! Please be sure to share it with your friends who would benefit from this information.  Also be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts so you don't miss an episode. :-)  Rate & Review: If you enjoy this podcast, would you please take a minute to review it on iTunes?  Your review helps me better understand what topics you most enjoyed.  It also helps others find this podcast so that they too can learn this actionable information and be inspired.

In this Episode: The "Aha" moment that launched a mission.  Today's guest, Kimberli Weeks, is the Founder and CEO of racepacepups which is a dog running service in San Diego, CA.  Kimberli was a stay at home mom who was feeling depressed one day and noticed a woman running her dog on the beach.  The concept of running dogs sparked a business venture and two years later Kimberli hasn't looked back.  She has been featured on the local news and her business continues to grow, but more importantly her mission of helping people realize the benefit of canine fitness was born.  If you love running and/or are a dog owner, you will especially enjoy this episode but it is for anyone out there who wants to discover their unique gifts and purpose. Key Takeaways: You have to be okay with the idea of failing.  You have to be willing to fail. Kimberli was always creative even as a child and she married her passions for running, animals, and creativity to create this business. Kimberli didn't need a job but she was so passionate about this concept that she knew she wanted to make it something special. Her passion of running turned into a mission from seeing how it has helped dogs with anxiety.  Her passion then turned into a charitable connection and she was asked by the Rescue and Freedom project (link below) to run the NYC Marathon for their charity. Kimberli's  business has been a great connector for her and her children and she loves that they get to see their mom at work and doing what she loves. We discuss how her parents have inspired her path. Her mom ran her 3rd 5k at 77 years old and took first place - way to go! “You just have to do it.”  You don't want to regret not having tried even if you failed, at least you tried. Simplicity is key. Success is living your passion and being able to share that with her family. Consistency for an anxious dog.  Keep at it and remain calm - if you are anxious your dogs will be anxious. 3 best pieces of advice based on her experience Follow your heart - and channel your creative ideas.  If you are a stay at home mom, you may be creative  - if you have an idea channel that and follow your heart.  Don’t regret not taking the chance twenty years from now.  Be okay with failure. Be present in your children’s lives even if for just connected ten minutes. Don’t be discouraged if you haven’t found that passion -- you never know when it is going to fall into your lap. Resources: Find racepacepups on Instagram racepacepups.com Rescue and Freedom Project  Find Michele on Instagram Books: 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’s a short book that you can read in about an hour, but includes life lessons that will last a lifetime. Apply to Michele's Private Practice Under "Coaching" Thank you for listening to the show! Please be sure to share it with your friends who would benefit from this information.  Also be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts so you don't miss an episode. :-)  Rate & Review: If you enjoy this podcast, would you please take a minute to review it on iTunes?  Your review helps me better understand what topics you most enjoyed.  It also helps others find this podcast so that they too can learn this actionable information and be inspired.

In this Episode: Would you like to grow your followers on Instagram?  Would you benefit from learning new strategies and tips from a social media expert?  Today on the show is Sue B. Zimmerman also known as The Instagram Expert.  Sue shares her best tips as well as her entrepreneurial journey.  A serial entrepreneur, Sue is a wealth of knowledge on not only growing your following but about what it takes to be successful in business. Key Takeaways: Sue was inspired by her father who was really entrepreneurial - she would go into his work with him at 5am from the time she was a young girl.  She learned how important it is know the names of the people that you serve. Have conversations with people on IG.  Treat them as someone you care about and nurture the relationship. Sue launched her first business at the age of 13.  She started painting barrettes and they were metal barrettes - painted strawberries and other things and sold it at recess.  She was an entrepreneur at heart.  It built her confidence. In college she hand-painted t-shirts and boxers.  No one was wearing them as outerwear.  She knew that if she could create a reason to purchase it could be big.  She partnered with another artist - the two of them got licenses with Disney and then sold on college campuses — that’s when the business turned into a million dollar business. Sue had an eating disorder that went away when she found her passion and purpose with her work. Understand the value of really listening to what your customers want and need. Sometimes people don’t know when to let go of their business.  She is good at seeing market trends.  You have to know when to pivot or let something go. Sue was on QVC with another mother entrepreneur for scrapbooking but they couldn’t get a patent.  She realized she needed to sell out and went back to what she knew which was selling products.  She put together an entire retail store selling SBDoo clothing.  It was around this time she realized she needed to niche down and decided to teach others Instagram strategy. Sue has always prioritized workouts.  “Your health is your wealth.” You need to be 100% committed to what you believe is going to help someone.  As a marketer or business owner it is your job to help people understand what you can do to help them.  People shouldn’t have to figure it out.  You have to make your message and offering clear. Surround yourself with the best team. Success is slowly and steadily growing your business and growing your email list.  "Slow and steady wins the race." Over a billion users on Instagram. Your brand is everything you do - your core values, the way that you write, the way you talk, dress, the emojis you use, the way you sign off on an email - everything you do needs to be done with great intention. Resources: Sue's 2019 Free Instagram Strategy Guide Leave key takeaway from episode with Michele on Instagram: Michele_Lamoureux Sue IG Business Account: TheInstagramExpert Sue Personal IG Account: suebzimmerman Youtube: suebzimmeran.com/youtube Sue's Team on IG: SBZTEAM Sue's facebook group : instagramresults Sue’s best tips for IG: Create content for all of the “neighborhoods” on IG - your feed, IG stories, and IG live.   Have a professional avatar photo that stands out from the pack. Choose a good username that is memorable and not confusing. Craft a solid bio that says who you are, what you do, and why you do it. Have a visual theme that is grounded so that people can recognize it is you. Provide consistent value that is about them not you.  Be intentional with every post. Test and see what people like and don’t like. Test which hashtags work. Know which pictures build conversation. Once you have a community you have a secret to success.  The amplification happens from connecting. 3 best pieces of advice for business success: Have confidence.  Not everyone is going to like you.  Serve those that do like you. Step into your greatness - it has to feel good for you.  Be different and think outside the box and be a rule breaker as creatively as possible. Don't feel like you need permission from anyone.  Ask yourself, " Am I stepping into what I love and am I serving who I want to be serving to live full on?"   Books: 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’s a short book that you can read in about an hour, but includes life lessons that will last a lifetime. Apply to Michele's Private Practice Under "Coaching" Thank you for listening to the show! 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In this Episode: If you are dealing with clutter, I have on an expert who is going to help you get your home organized!  Kathy Vines is a Certified Professional Organizer and she shares her best tips for decluttering our homes.  We tackle clothes, papers, memorabilia and the systems + habits that will help you create the peaceful home environment you desire. Key Takeaways: If someone says they are disorganized - they are disorganized in one of three areas: 1. stuff 2.systems or 3. habits The 5 main categories where people struggle: 1. clothes 2. books 3. collections 4. memorabilia 5. paperwork Start your kids at a young age to put things away. Managing the emotional piece with an item.  Just because something is memorable doesn't mean it is important.  You need to assess the value around the importance. Declutter to give a gift to your future self.  Clean the dishes in the sink every night so your future self wakes up to a clean kitchen. Uncover what isn't working so you can create systems to solve for the problems. Paper - you need a system.  Past, Present. Future.  Kathy says to prioritize the current paper over the past paper.  Go through all of the paper and she asks her clients to ask "What is the action I need to take with this piece of paper?"  For example, pay a bill or add something to your calendar like an invite. If you are overwhelmed start with one small space - like a drawer.  Group, like with like.  Start with something unemotional. Questions you can ask: "What does this room need to do for you?"  "How can you make it fully functioning?"  "What do you need to solve for these problems?" Her three best tips:  1. Everything has to have a home. 2. Ask "what does finished look like?" and work backwards to what you need to do to make that happen 3. Notice and beware of how often you say I'll do that "later" - always pick the best choice for "future you" and start now. Show Notes & Resources: Clevergirlorganizing.com to access Kathy's 2019 challenge to organize your home.  This is open to my audience until Jan 11th and then it closes. Instagram: Clevergirlorganizing Facebook: Clevergirlorganizing Twitter: Clevergirlorg Books: Clever Girl's Guide to Living with Less: Break Free from Your Stuff, Even When Your Head and Heart Get in the Way by Kathy Vines Organizing from the Inside Out by Julie Morgenstern 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’s a short book that you can read in about an hour, but includes life lessons that will last a lifetime. Find Michele on Instagram Apply to Michele's Private Practice Under "Coaching" Thank you for listening to the show! Please be sure to share it with your friends who would benefit from this information.  Also be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts so you don't miss an episode. :-)  Rate & Review: If you enjoyed this episode, would you please take a minute to review it on iTunes?  Your review helps me better understand what topics you most enjoyed.  It also helps others find this podcast so that they too can learn this actionable information.

In this Episode: Today is a special episode.  It is a solo show with me connecting directly with you.  I wanted to take a moment to explain why I started the podcast; who it is for; and how it can benefit you.  I also leave you with how to focus on goal setting for 2019 so you position yourself for success. Key Takeaways: I share the intention behind why I launched the podcast. I had a podcast 10 years ago when it wasn't popular to do and talk about why I stopped it and picked it back up again now. Who this show is for and how it can benefit you. My definition of a soul whisper. Why I feature women who are taking action and risking what's "familiar" to do what’s in their heart How I make sure to share women's entrepreneurial journey of creating unique businesses How to remember who you are and why that's important. How to honor your true self. Life transitions and how they become launching points to "awaken" to your truth and to listen to those soul whispers. Success is personal - you get to define it.  No one else's definition matters. Show Notes & Resources: Discover Your Purpose Questionnaire Freebie - download it here Books: This episode is sponsored by my new book, Design a Life You Love, A Woman's Guide to Living a Happier and More Fulfilled Life.  This 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’s a short book that you can read in about an hour, but includes life lessons that will last a lifetime. It makes a great gift for a women in your life who could use some inspiration.  Available in print and on kindle. Find Michele on Instagram for More Inspiration Apply to Michele's Private Practice Under "Coaching" Thank you for listening to the show! Please be sure to share it with your friends who would benefit from this information.  Also be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts so you don't miss an episode. :-)  Rate & Review: If you enjoyed this episode, would you please take a minute to review it on iTunes?  Your review helps me better understand what topics you most enjoyed.  It also helps others find this podcast so that they too can learn this actionable information. 1. Click link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-good-life-coach/id1441612098?mt=2 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!

In this Episode: We are talking about a topic I'm really passionate about - the future of medicine.  In the United States, we have a model of "sick care" and today's guest, award winning Doctor, Georgine Nanos, has created an innovative concierge practice that focuses on prevention as the key to stay healthy and feel your best.  Dr. Nanos has been voted by her peers as one of San Diego's Top Doctors for nine consecutive years by San Diego Magazine. She is board certified in Family Medicine and Founder and CEO of Kind Health Group. Key Takeaways: Why Dr. Nanos decided to launch this innovative health care model and leave a successful traditional medical practice after 12 years We discuss the ideal healthcare model of the future - customized healthcare that focuses on prevention We discuss the #1 killer of most women (and men) in the United States We get into the risk factors based on your genetic predisposition and how to keep those markers turned off The importance of a healthy diet How to blend the best of both worlds - marrying traditional and functional medicine The surprising fact that doctor suicides are on the rise as is depression among doctors The top 3 tips to prevent disease: sleep healthier diet exercise Bonus tips: practice gratitude mediation for stress reduction Other tips include: Limit your access to blue light at night and shut off devices an hour before bed Drink water throughout the day Eat a clean diet, plant based diet Show Notes & Resources: Books: Notorious RGB - about Ruth Gatter Ginsberg I am Malala Apps: headspace calm smilingmind www.kindhealthgroup.com @kindhealthgroup on IG, FB, and Twitter This episode is sponsored by my new book, Design a Life You Love, A Woman's Guide to Living a Happier and More Fulfilled Life.  This 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’s a short book that you can read in about an hour, but includes life lessons that will last a lifetime. It makes a great Christmas gift for a women in your life who could use some inspiration.  Available in print and on kindle. Find Michele on Instagram for More Inspiration Apply to Michele's Private Practice Under "Coaching" Thank you for listening to the show. Please be sure to share it with your friends who would benefit from this information.  Also be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. :-) Rate & Review: If you enjoyed this episode, would you please take a minute to review it on iTunes?  Your review helps me better understand what topics you most enjoyed.  It also helps others find this podcast so that they too can learn this actionable information. 1. Click link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-good-life-coach/id1441612098?mt=2 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!

In this Episode: Do you have a "pipe dream?"  Do you wonder if you have what it takes to make it a reality?  My guest today, Nadine Levin, is the Founder & CEO of Pipe Dream Cupcakes.  She was going through a life transition while working in Advertising for over 15 years.  In 2012 she decided that she could keep doing what she knew how to do well -- as she was the number 1 sales person for years in a row, or she could try to make her "pipe dream" a reality.  She chose her dream! Key Takeaways: Why Nadine left a successful corporate career to launch a food truck selling cupcakes! We discuss why she decided on a food truck instead of an actual bakery. The reasons she loves doing what she does and why she doesn't regret leaving the world of advertising where she was the number one sales person. We discuss the roadblocks and challenges and how she figured out where to start and what she would need to make it a reality. The key questions she asked others in the business to make sure she was ready. How she launched her business in just 3 months from concept! Why it was all a leap of faith and what she believes you need to have to be successful. Nadine’s definition of success.   Yes, she does eat her cupcakes every day and also makes her health a priority by working out every day. Nadine's 3 best pieces of advice for launching your Pipe Dream: Do your homework /research - know what you are getting yourself into. Don’t let anyone tell you what you can’t do.  Don't listen to the naysayers or let other people discourage you. You don’t need to say yes to everyone.  Once you have your confidence you will know your worth. Show Notes & Resources: PipeDream Cupcakes.com IG - PipeDreamCupcakes FB - PipeDreamCupcakes This episode is sponsored by my new book, Design a Life You Love, A Woman's Guide to Living a Happier and More Fulfilled Life.  This 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’s a short book that you can read in about an hour, but includes life lessons that will last a lifetime. It makes a great Christmas gift for a women in your life who could use some inspiration.  Available in print and on kindle. Find Michele on Instagram for More Inspiration Apply to Michele's Private Practice Under "Coaching" Thank you for listening to the show. Please be sure to share it with your friends who would benefit from this information.  Also be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. :-) Rate & Review: If you enjoyed this episode, would you please take a minute to review it on iTunes?  Your review helps me better understand what topics you most enjoyed.  It also helps others find this podcast so that they too can learn this actionable information. 1. Click link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-good-life-coach/id1441612098?mt=2 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!

In this Episode: Have you ever wanted to write a book?  Perhaps you've dreamt of creating a cookbook, a book of poetry, children's book, a work of fiction or non-fiction?  Today's guest is going to take us through the basics of self-publishing.  Bruce Jones is an International Best-Selling Author, graphic designer, and product developer. Bruce writes, speaks and consults on publishing, social media, blogging, video and general marketing.  He is the author/creator of over 40 books on the topics of: geography, music, business, publishing, children’s and coloring books. If you ever wondered what it takes to self-publish a book, then tune into today's episode. Key Takeaways: The difference between traditional publishing and self-publishing The main companies where you can self-publish your book Which types of books are best suited for self-publishing vs a traditional route Bruce explains how and why he got started with his writing at 53 years old How to build your authority using a book you created The people who tend to choose self-publishing or traditional and why Where you can find an illustrator if you need one The first step you need to take to begin How to begin writing and outline your book to make the process simpler The cost range to self-publish a book Where to find editors, designers, etc, to help you with all of the pieces of the puzzle Show Notes & Resources: Free Chapter of My Book when you Join our Newsletter & Community Michele's New Book, Design A Life You Love: A Woman's Guide to Living a Happier and More Fulfilled Life Find Michele on Instagram for More Inspiration Apply to Michele's Private Practice Under "Coaching"     You can Learn More about Bruce at his Blog: http://brucethebookguy.blogspot.com/   Bruce's Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HowToPublishYourBook/     Publishingmastery101.co   Joanna Penn - thecreativepenn.com   Steven Pressfield's website: stevepressfield.com Bruce's Book: I Want to Publish My Book But I Don't Know How by Bruce Jones Other Books referenced: Successful Self-Publishing: How to Self-publish and Market Your Book in E-Book and Print By Joanna Penn Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott The War of Art by Steven Pressfield Write. Publish. Repeat. (The No-Luck-Required Self-Publishing Guide to Self-Publishing Success) by Sean Platt and Johnny Truant Thank you for listening to the show. Please be sure to share it with your friends who would benefit from this information.  Also be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Show Notes: The Good Life Podcast Rate & Review: If you enjoyed this episode, would you please take a minute to review it on iTunes?  Your review helps me better understand what topics you most enjoyed.  It also helps others find this podcast so that they too can learn this actionable information. 1. Click link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-good-life-coach/id1441612098?mt=2 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!

In this Episode: I'm thrilled to introduce you to today's guest.  Erin Weidemann has an amazing story to share.  A 5-time cancer survivor, Erin is on a mission to change the world's current definition of beauty.  She is focused on her "true calling" as the award-winning author of "The Adventures of Rooney Cruz" series.  Through her book series, Erin teaches young girls about the Women of the Bible.  She realized little girls know everything about Disney princesses but don't know anything about these historical women.  Erin wanted to create powerful mentors for young girls by featuring the women of the Bible.  However, before finding her purpose, Erin was on a very different path.  She began her career in finance with the goal of making money and buying a home in her twenties.  She achieved her goal but when she learned she had cancer, everything changed. Key Takeaways: How her mother encouraged her to go to the doctor and how that visit changed her life when she learned she had cancer Why Erin became a teacher and left corporate when she got cancer Her moment of clarity during one of her darkest, most scary moments of her life How facing her mortality changed her life for the better Her coping advice for women with cancer who feel isolated and alone and want to experience peace again Why she is concerned about the next generation of girls and what she is doing to help them find their voice and leadership Her relationship with her husband and how he helped her find her strength and how together they are working on this mission The two words that she always thinks about that keeps her motivated How she transitioned from being a guarded, private woman to speaking on stages in front of thousands of people to empower other women Her daily routine to focus on what matters and be successful 3 key tips for all women out there who want to pursue their dreams (relevant to everyone and SO good) And so much more... Show Notes & Resources: Free Chapter of My Book when you Join our Newsletter & Community Michele's New Book, Design A Life You Love: A Woman's Guide to Living a Happier and More Fulfilled Life Find Michele on Instagram for More Inspiration Apply to Michele's Private Practice Bible Belles  www.biblebelles.com Erin Weidemann's Website Erin's Podcast, Heroes for Her Erin's Books: Erin's Book Series Other books referenced: God's Promises for Girls by Jack Countryman, Amy Parker Are My Kids on Track?  The 12 Emotional, Social, and Spiritual Milestones Your Child Needs to Reach Never Eat Alone by Keith Ferrazzi Thank you for listening to the show. Please be sure to share it with your friends who would benefit from this information.  Also be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Show Notes: The Good Life Podcast Rate & Review: If you enjoyed this episode, would you take a minute to review it on iTunes?  Your review helps me better understand what topics you most enjoyed.  It also helps others find this podcast so that they too can learn this helpful information.