Today we meet Sarah Ward, a Sex and Style Coach who’s reshaped her relationship with discomfort—transforming it from something to avoid into a powerful source of wisdom. Sarah shares her journey from bypassing her unease and shifting responsibility to others to finding strength through embodiment practices. Discover how tuning into her own inner wisdom unlocked new layers of personal empowerment and confidence. This episode dives deep into her unique perspective on harnessing inner truth, tapping into embodied awareness, and embracing discomfort as a path to growth. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation!

On today’s episode, I’m joined by Andrea Turnbow, the inspiring founder of The Grief Nook. Andrea shares her personal journey through grief and how it led her to create safe, creative spaces for others to honor their emotions and process loss. Hear how she’s transformed her own experience with grief into powerful practices that help people find solace and strength. You won’t want to miss her insights on the healing power of community and creativity. MORE ABOUT ANDREA: Andrea is the founder of The Grief Nook, a comfortable space to creatively grieve in community. Through her workshops, support groups, speaking events, and individual support, she helps grievers discover ways to process and express their grief through creativity, connection, and tradition. Her guidance brings them closer to their desires and goals through the power of their own innate abilities. Upcoming Events with Andrea:   Support and Sound Meditation for Grief: https://hdsouth.org/event/support-and-sound-meditation-for-grief/   Holiday Workshop for Bereaved Hearts: https://www.thegriefnook.com/holiday-workshop-for-bereaved-hearts   Links: Instagram Events & Offerings Website LinkedIn MORE WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME: * Subscribe to my newsletter for exclusive content, the latest news and more! I post a few times a month so I won't be inundating your inbox * Book me for a workshop or speaking event! Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.    

In this episode, Jon shares how choosing personal responsibility, accountability, and making amends transformed his life and relationships. We dive into the discomfort of facing our own missteps and the role self-forgiveness plays in rebuilding trust. Jon's story shows that while it's challenging to 'do better to be better,' the deep connection and fulfillment that come from healthier relationships make the work truly worth it. MORE ABOUT JON: Jon is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys hiking and camping. He is the founder of The Negotiated Apology Project where he teaches people how to resolve disputes through apologies using problem-solving skills he learned in law school. He also offers mediation based on The Negotiated Apology, public relations consulting, and keynote speeches to uplift and inspire. He has made podcast appearances where he's spoken on self-forgiveness, reconciliation dynamics in the East Asian community, and the intersection between apologies and masculinity. Website: thenegotiatedapology.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/thenegotiatedapologyproject/?hl=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557791894716 November 19th event: https://events.humanitix.com/the-apology-workshop-holiday-edition   MORE WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME: * Subscribe to my newsletter for exclusive content, the latest news and more! I post a few times a month so I won't be inundating your inbox * Book me for a workshop or speaking event! Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.    

On the next episode, I sit down with Lori Schneider, a Phoenix-based realtor with a fascinating backstory as a former teacher. Lori’s career shift wasn’t just about switching industries, but also about transforming herself. She once led her classroom in survival mode—harsh, rigid, and demanding respect. But over time, she learned that true connection comes from earning respect, not demanding it, and that compassion was the key to meaningful relationships. Her journey will inspire you to rethink leadership, whether in the classroom, the workplace, or in life. You won't want to miss this conversation! MORE ABOUT LORI: Growing up in a small Arizona town taught Lori that your work ethic defines you, your reputation follows you, everyone has an important story, and common sense keeps you out of a whole lot of trouble. Before becoming a REALTOR®, Lori taught Middle and High School Language Arts, where she applied the values she learned in her hometown to help her students thrive not only as learners but also as individuals. These experiences shaped her ability to connect with people, understand their unique stories, and guide them toward success. Running her real estate practice with these same principles has allowed it to flourish over the last 19 years. Lori's clients benefit from her deep knowledge of the community and hyper-local real estate trends. She has built a network of professional connections based on trust and excellent working relationships. Lori believes that everyone's story matters—whether buying, selling, or simply seeking a confidential consultation. From $42,000 to $3,000,000, Phoenicians have entrusted Lori Schneider with their valued real estate transactions since 2005. Website IG @LoriSchneiderRealtor FB Lori Schneider, Realtor MORE WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME: * Subscribe to my newsletter for exclusive content, the latest news and more! I post a few times a month so I won't be inundating your inbox * Book me for a workshop or speaking event! Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.    

My guest Ehmandah created an incredible platform for women to tell their stories after she experienced incredible discomfort in a partnered relationship. Our conversation covers topics such as boundary setting, self-compassion and getting to deeper layers of healing and growing. I think you'll glean a lot from this conversation AND I want to offer a trigger warning: We discuss domestic violence in this episode so please check in with yourself before proceeding.  MORE ABOUT EHMANDAH:  Ehmandah Ramsey, your #1 purpose pusher, si a multifaceted powerhouse, blending her roles as a coach, speaker, entrepreneur, Founder of She Stories, and host of Dope Confidence Podcast. Her journey, marked by resilience and triumph over adversity as a single mother and survivor of domestic violence, fuels her passion for empowering others. With over 15 years of experience ni the field of life guidance, she's provided spiritual care at a residential treatment facility and facilitated workshops for renowned organizations like the LA Dodgers Foundation, fostering real-life transformations. Ehmandah founded She Stories, providing a sacred space for women and individuals to find their voice, with over 200 stories shared since 2017. Through She Stories Inc., she partners with universities and organizations to provide feminine hygiene to underserved women and girls. Ehmandah's passion for empowering others extends to herdedication to assisting families affected by domestic violence and homelessness, as she serves on several boards committed to these causes. In addition to her various endeavors, Ehmandah Ramsey co- founded Women Who Shine of Washington State, where she continues to foster authenticity and courage in women. Through her coaching, speaking engagements, and community initiatives, she is a beacon of hope, empowering others to unleash their ful potential and live lives filled with purpose and fulfillment. Instagram Website MORE WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME: * Subscribe to my newsletter for exclusive content, the latest news and more! I post a few times a month so I won't be inundating your inbox * Book me for a workshop or speaking event! Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.      

I’m thrilled to have Kelly as my guest—she’s a serial entrepreneur who has discovered that much of her success comes from leaning into the discomfort that comes with business ownership. Through personal and professional development, Kelly has built an incredible toolkit that helps her navigate challenges with confidence. One of her key insights? Staying deeply attuned to her body and listening to what it communicates, even when those messages are uncomfortable. Today, we’ll explore how this approach has shaped both her business and her life. MORE ABOUT KELLY LORENZEN: Kelly Lorenzen, CEO of KLM Consulting, Marketing, and Management is an award-winning entrepreneur with over 20 years of business ownership experience. She is a native of Arizona, graduated from ASU with degree in Small Business, Entrepreneurship and Communications and earned her PMP certification. She is a mom, wife, connector, community builder and philanthropist. Facebook  Linkedin  MORE WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME: * Subscribe to my newsletter for exclusive content, the latest news and more! I post a few times a month so I won't be inundating your inbox * Book me for a workshop or speaking event! Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.      

Welcome to today's episode! I’m excited to introduce my guest, Richard, who has dedicated both his personal and professional life to fostering human connection in meaningful ways. Richard’s journey began with his own experience of loneliness as a child and teen—a feeling he once thought was his burden alone. Through his journey, Richard discovered that he wasn’t alone in these struggles, and this realization fueled his passion for helping others connect. Today, we’ll dive into his inspiring story and the powerful insights he’s gained along the way. MORE ABOUT RICHARD LEE-THAI: Richard Lee-Thai is a TEDx Speaker, Connection Consultant, and co-author of “Become Your Superself: Connect with Yourself to Connect with Others.” His TEDx talk: "How to Find Excuses to Connect” outlines how people can make meaningful connections easier. His ultimate vision is to create a world without loneliness. Growing up, we never had classes on social skills. Addressing this lack of education, Richard engages audiences with interactive presentations that leave them feeling more socially confident and equipped with tools to make meaningful connections in their personal and professional lives. He is also a podcaster, Associate Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation, and Adjunct Instructor at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology. His motto is: "You never know how any connection can transform your life." Connections can happen anywhere and anytime, so he encourages you to find that excuse to connect! Links Website Linkedin Instagram Facebook Email MORE WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME: * Subscribe to my newsletter for exclusive content, the latest news and more! I post a few times a month so I won't be inundating your inbox * Book me for a workshop or speaking event! Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.      

My conversation with Erin Galloway-Ormsby centers around how her pattern of saying yes to uncomfortable things has opened a lot of doors for her to make her dreams and others' dreams come true. You won't want to miss all of the nuggets of wisdom in this episode! Erin Galloway-Ormsby is the founder of Habitize Publishing, host of the Press Publish Podcast, and author of Spilled Confetti. With over 20+ years of experience working with companies, families, and individuals, she has helped people from all over the world create and implement habits that make their lives better. Her Master’s Degree in Human Development and Family Science from The Ohio State University laid the path to be an empathetic leader and her innovative role in education at Johns Hopkins University built up her grit, but it's the daily routines of parenthood that revealed how her habits are a daily practice in bravery and boundaries. Press Publish Podcast Substack Press Publish on IG MORE WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME: * Book me for a workshop or speaking event! Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.      

My guest John realized that when he became self aware enough to ask for help, he was able to add more tools to navigate the uncomfortable of life to his toolbox. John shares his experience with recovery through sobriety as an anchor to the conversation. Meet John! A BIT MORE ABOUT JOHN GILLEN: John has worked on a farm and gun range, delivered packages for UPS and been fortunate to be a part of a small organization that grew to one of the largest privately held multinational corporations in the world. John has led and managed hundreds of people and their unique personalities. Currently, John owns a consulting and recruiting firm in Scottsdale and strive to help businesses build healthy cultural environments for their people to work in and hematches great candidates to great careers assisting all to realize a better future. All that John has experienced has guided him to a path of recovery, being clean and sober for 15 years. John recognizes himself as just another person with several above and below average qualities. John has struggled and excelled personally and professionally. Just like all of us. John strives to be a non-judgmental and practice active listening knowing that there are many ways to interpret any situation. John is Colorado born and raised, SoCal casual in East Coast attire behaving Southern proper! A little bit preppy with rock 'n roll adornments. John is a water polo player that is an average golfer, an excellent shotgun shooter while striving to be a better father, friend, leader and companion every day. His true passions in life come from being entertained by people that are truly great at their craft. PATRICE & ASSOCIATES LINKEDIN PERSONAL APPERANCE AZTV MORE WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME: * Book me for a workshop or speaking event! Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.      

Today, my guest and I are talking about a very shared experience of trying to disrupt unhelpful thought and behavior patterns around conflict and relationships and how to navigate them in healthier, more connected ways. My guest has been on previous episode in season one of the podcast about trying new things, and that episode will be linked in the show notes if you can't get enough of Abbie's story and her darling Midwestern accent.  Abbie Covington describes herself as just a human trying to figure out life, relationships, and marriage. I hope you enjoy this episode!  Abbie's previous episode can be found on Apple or Spotify. MORE WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME: * Book me for a workshop or speaking event! Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.      

Rebecca has been leaning into discomfort from a young age and that continued until 2020 when, after several hard years navigating life stuff she didn't choose, she ended up burning out. She tucked in to heal and grow, which was necessary but also made her world very small. She has since entered into 2024 proclaiming it the year of discomfort in order to expand and grow in different ways. I'm excited for you to meet her! Rebecca is a certified health coach, yoga teacher, wife, mom of four and founder of Shift for Health. She helps menopausal women understand what's happening in their bodies and what they can do about it so that they can feel like themselves again. You can visit her website at www.shiftforhealth.com or join her on instagram at @shiftforhealth. MORE WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME: * Book me for a workshop or speaking event! Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.    

My guest Sophia realized she couldn't truly lean into her leadership at work until she connected with and owned parts of herself she was hiding. Sophia also shares how being more of her audacious self helped her develop resilience. I can't wait for you to meet Sophia! Sophia Lovasz is a seasoned retail leader with over 30 years of experience in collegiate retail and strategic relationship building, leading brick and mortar operations and ecommerce on college campuses. Throughout her career, she developed a keen understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities that come with serving diverse student, faculty and staff populations. During that time, she graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Professional Studies, with an HR certificate, at Barry University, and received her Masters of Business Administration degree at Northeastern University.  Sophia is passionate about leveling the playing field for small business owners by providing and creating educational resources while advocating for inclusivity and equity. Sophia grew up working for her Haitian immigrant parents in their retail business and saw first hand the impact that is made when you build with the community in mind. It is that experience that drives her passion for continuous learning, storytelling, and enabling others. Sophia is also the Founder and CEO of Simply Visibility, where she helps students, employees, and entrepreneurs use social media to attract opportunities so they don’t have to chase them. She believes that finding your voice is the key to unlocking your value and building credibility in your community and industry. Additionally she is proud to serve as a digital content strategist at Local First Arizona, a venture mentor at the J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship & Innovation Institute at Arizona State University, and as a mentor in the We Rise Black Business Accelerator program for Local First Arizona. When she isn’t edu-taining audiences on LinkedIn, TikTok, or Instagram as a content creator, she is either taking rides in Waymo’s fully autonomous taxi, spending time with her family, gardening, reading, or working on puzzles. Connect with Sophia at [email protected] and www.simplyvisibility.com  WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME: * Book me for a workshop or speaking event. Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.    

Welcome to the world of a multi-passionate entrepreneur who centers her life around helping others (and myself!) move through discomfort with more calm and confidence! In this episode I share how I came into this work and practice what I teach by making discomfort my b*tch.  MORE WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME: * Book me for a workshop or speaking event! Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.    

My guest Chinae used to manage discomfort in a reactive, sometimes passive aggressive way but now practices self-compassion, self-awareness and personal responsibility to navigate discomfort in her partnered relationship and in parenting her twin boys. Instagram   Links from the Show:  Nonviolent Communication by Marshall B. Rosenberg The Model by Brook Castillo   More Resources to Make Discomfort Your Bitch:  * Want to book me for a workshop or speaking event? Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.    

My guest States had a pattern of bottling up uncomfortable feelings until he started practicing healthier ways of maneuvering discomfort. We discuss the importance of helpful coping strategies and communication especially when you're in partnered relationships so things don't go sideways so often.  

My guest Christina practices discipline in order to lean into helpful routines to rebuild her life when she experiences discomfort she hasn't chosen. We discuss being an active versus passive participant in life and how important it is to learn what YOUR secret sauce is to feeling better more often. I can't wait for you to meet Christina!   Christina Flach is a makeup artist and the CEO and founder of Pretty Girl Makeup. Her celebrity clientele includes Condeleeza Rice, Hilary Swank, Isiah Washington, Melissa McCarthy, Rita Moreno, Renee Zellweger, Tyler Florence and more. She has worked with high end brands such as Gucci and Louis Vuitton, has been featured in campaigns for Macy's, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue , and Bloomingdales, and has been featured in magazines including Vogue, Time, People, and Elle. In addition, Christina also writes articles about the best tips, tricks, and hacks in makeup and is featured as a beauty expert on California Live on NBC. In addition to her career, she is a devoted single mother of four, philanthropist, actively raising funds and awareness for Sepsis. She also started the Beau Friedman outdoor classroom at the Edna McGuire school in Mill Valley, California, raising money for the Baby Beau and Ken Flach educational funds at the Northern Light School in Oakland California. Christina uses her platform to promote the importance of feeling beautiful from the inside out. She inspires women to be the best version of themselves and how to overcome life's greatest obstacles. email: [email protected] IG: @prettygirlmkup, @christinaflachmakeup www.prettygirlmakeup.com www.christinaflach.com California Live   More Resources to Make Discomfort Your Bitch:  * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week SHIFT Your Life Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out this form. * Want to book me for a workshop or speaking event? Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Need a parent coach in your back pocket for those tricky child-rearing dilemmas? Join the SHIFT online parent support community!  * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.

My guest Blake shifted her story around discomfort and when she did, was able to lean into discomfort that serves her well-being, rather than detracts from it. In doing so, she's created an entirely new reality for herself!  You can follow Blake on IG @blakessnider_ Trigger Warning: We discuss eating disorders with some specific language around that topic so please check in with yourself before moving forward. More resources to make discomfort your b*tch: * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week SHIFT Your Life Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out this form. * Want to book me for a workshop or speaking event? Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Need a parent coach in your back pocket for those tricky child-rearing dilemmas? Join the SHIFT online parent support community!  * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.    

My guest Anne shares how we can either break down or break open when it comes to discomfort. Anne practices surrendering to bliss and joy and in our conversation we dig into how a curious stance helps us tap into the wonderment and fearlessness that children so easily access. More Resources to Make Discomfort Your Bitch:  * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week SHIFT Your Life Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out this form. * Want to book me for a workshop or speaking event? Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Need a parent coach in your back pocket for those tricky child-rearing dilemmas? Join the SHIFT online parent support community!  * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.    

My guest Kyle is a branding and marketing strategist who finds having a goal or outcome in mind when navigating discomfort can shape the experience in better ways. He is also aware that anxiety and doing uncomfortable things go hand in hand and is little by little, leaning into the discomfort anyways, though he recognizes that we have different capacities at different times to do that. Kyle Christensen is a seasoned marketer and brand strategist who loves to craft killer campaigns and spark engagement, with a particular expertise for storytelling on both sides of the camera. When he’s not helping brands build communities, you can find Kyle spending time outside with his better half and their 3 boys. Oh, and golf. Lots of golf. You can connect more with Kyle @kyleaugust and @wyze on IG and TikTok.    More Resources to Make Discomfort Your Bitch: * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week SHIFT Your Life Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out this form. * Want to book me for a workshop or speaking event? Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Need a parent coach in your back pocket for those tricky child-rearing dilemmas? Join the SHIFT online parent support community!  * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.      

My guest Aimee Heffernan believes that it's in our suffering that we find our medicine. We discuss navigating leaving a high demand religion, changing our stance in order to change the dance and so much more. I think you're going to love getting to know Aimee and how she makes discomfort her b*tch! More About Aimee: Relationship + Family Systems MS, Sex Witch, Speaker, Podcaster, Psychedelic Midwife For over 15 years, Aimee was a licensed sex therapist at her private practice in the Seattle area where she specialized in relationships, sexuality, infidelity, faith/spirituality, religious sexual shame recovery, managing chronic caregiver, self-esteem, and body story resiliency.  She runs various workshops on sexuality, presents often for many local organizations, and contributes on various podcasts. Aimee has held board positions on the Mormon Mental Health Association and the Northwest Institute on Intimacy. She loves teaching therapists and taught at Antioch University teaching Sexuality in Faith Systems and Fundamentals of Sex Therapy for their sex therapy certification track.   In an exciting life twist, Aimee has transitioned into doing work with entheogens and is currently doing psychedelic midwifery as a sex witch. Her husband is most notable for his contribution to pop culture as the official hand model for Archie McPhee's famous Finger Hand  and they enjoy their life with 4 boys. Aimee loves nature and late night chats with friends.  More resources to make discomfort your b*tch: * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week SHIFT Your Life Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out this form. * Want to book me for a workshop or speaking event? Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Need a parent coach in your back pocket for those tricky child-rearing dilemmas? Join the SHIFT online parent support community!  * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.    

My conversation with my guest Michele centers around her dating experiences and how she's disrupting patterns that have fostered a fear of rejection and feelings of disappointment, which most of us have experienced in all kinds of contexts. I can't wait for you to hear her story! IG @micheleelizaga  Website   More Resources to Make Discomfort Your B*tch: * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week SHIFT Your Life Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out this form. * Want to book me for a workshop or speaking event? Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Need a parent coach in your back pocket for those tricky child-rearing dilemmas? Join the SHIFT online parent support community!  * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.    

My guest today is Desi McKinnon, a serial entrepreneur who has landed in her zone of genius by following the breadcrumbs of her intuition and gaining clarity through action. By doing so, she has definitely made discomfort her bitch. Here is the phrase she referenced in the episode: "A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one." You can find Desi and Cordial Organics on the following platforms: website instagram pinterest More Resources to Make Discomfort Your B*tch: * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week SHIFT Your Life Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out this form. * Want to book me for a workshop or speaking event? Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Need a parent coach in your back pocket for those tricky child-rearing dilemmas? Join the SHIFT online parent support community!  * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.      

My guest Ricardo shares how he moves through the world as an introvert and how he's learned over time to set healthy boundaries, enjoy his own company and navigate social situations in the best possible way.  Ricardo is a Brooklyn NY native but has resided in the PNW for almost 20 years now. Ricardo is a life-long learner who enjoys photography, a good hike, strong coffee, finding new vinyls, & frequenting local farmer markets. Ricardo is a loving husband, father (of two fur babies too), friend and a lover of all things plants. More resources to make discomfort your bitch: * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week SHIFT Your Life Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out this form. * Want to book me for a workshop or speaking event? Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Need a parent coach in your back pocket for those tricky child-rearing dilemmas? Join the SHIFT online parent support community!  * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.    

My guest Nora shares how choosing to embrace uncomfortable things is training her to navigate the tricky life stuff that we can't choose or predict. Nora also used a really simple strategy to make some big changes in her life that have led to more confidence and even a love for the great outdoors. More resources for making discomfort your bitch:  * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week SHIFT Your Life Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out this form. * Want to book me for a workshop or speaking event? Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Need a parent coach in your back pocket for those tricky child-rearing dilemmas? Join the SHIFT online parent support community!  * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.        

Emma is a soon-to-be college graduate who’s utilized remote school and work to pursue dreams of full-time travel. She has utilized this time to test the waters of solo travel and push her mental strength to new heights. You can find her on IG @eiffelemma and @ourendlessodyssey MORE RESOURCES TO MAKE DISCOMFORT YOUR BITCH... * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week SHIFT Your Life Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out this form. * Want to book me for a workshop or speaking event? Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Need a parent coach in your back pocket for those tricky child-rearing dilemmas? Join the SHIFT online parent support community!  * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.      

My guest Ranice shares some of her experience as an educator navigating difficult conversations and topics with other educators. She has some incredible tools and strategies that can help all of us manage the discomfort of conflict and hard conversations and make them our bitch instead! Ranice Innocent (she/her) is a National Board Certified Teacher, K-5 Reading Interventionist, Race and Equity Educator & Leader, and holds a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Ranice Innocent is an experienced and talented veteran educator and practitioner of culturally sustaining pedagogy. She provides supportive, useful and on-point advice and strategies. Ranice identifies as a multiracial brown woman on a journey to thrive as: "100% of everything she is." Ranice leads unapologetically, with an urgency to disrupt and dismantle racist and oppressive systems.  You can connect with Ranice more through her Linktree! MORE RESOURCES TO MAKE DISCOMFORT YOUR BITCH:  * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week SHIFT Your Life Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out this form. * Want to book me for a workshop or speaking event? Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Need a parent coach in your back pocket for those tricky child-rearing dilemmas? Join the SHIFT online parent support community!  * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.    

Just me, my microphone and some thoughts about networking and meeting strangers to talk about business and life.  * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week SHIFT Your Life Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out this form. * Want to book me for a workshop or speaking event? Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Need a parent coach in your back pocket for those tricky child-rearing dilemmas? Join the SHIFT online parent support community!  * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.    

My guest Dar'Nesha was all about the hustle as she built a business from the ground up. Now her hustle has shifted to also include dating herself, slowing down and making tiny shifts in what she thinks, says and does to hold herself accountable to the life and business she is creating. Dar’Nesha Weary is a Seattle native with over twenty years of experience in the nonprofit sector, where her mission has been to serve others, build community, and make a positive impact by challenging racism, promoting acceptance of people from different backgrounds, raising awareness, and using her voice to address hate and to promote kindness. Dar’Nesha is the CEO and owner of one of the fastest-growing local coffee shops called Black Coffee Northwest. In her spare time, Dar’Nesha is the director of the award-winning Northside Step Team, which recently worked with the artist LIZZO(!) on a sisterhood project, and is a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated (one of 9 Historically Black Greek Organizations). She is exceedingly active with community engagement and education around diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the greater Seattle area. Socials: Linkedin  Facebook  Instagram  Tiktok Twitter * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out this form. * Read my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships. * Find me @could.it.be.better and @cheranderton on IG Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.  

My guest Mel has reframed discomfort as a teacher and shares that by sitting with it, we can learn some of the most important lessons life and relationships with ourselves and others have to offer us. TW: We briefly discuss trauma and identify some specific types of trauma in this episode. Please check in with yourself before proceeding. Mel Gentry Bosna (she/her) has a BS in Sociology, a Master of Social Work and is licensed as a clinical social worker in Arizona where she runs a private practice. She's passionate about joining people on their reclamation journey and aims to agitate systems of oppression (side-eyeing you capitalism, white supremacy, patriarchy and ableism). Mel identifies as a cis-woman, clinician, writer, mother and most of all, human. She primarily works with adults impacted by spiritual abuse, sexual trauma, early attachment disruption, betrayal-harm and consent violations. Mel's first book, 'In The House Of Me: A path of self-abandonment to self-reclamation through a practice of embodied consent' was released in 2023 and is available on Bookshop, Amazon or Changing Hands websites.   Links: https://www.melgentrybosna.com https://www.phoenixtraumatherapists.com Purchase: In The House Of Me MORE RESOURCES TO MAKE DISCOMFORT YOUR BITCH... * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week SHIFT Your Life Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out this form. * Want to book me for a workshop or speaking event? Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Need a parent coach in your back pocket for those tricky child-rearing dilemmas? Join the SHIFT online parent support community!  * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.      

My guest is Rachel Meyers, a life coach who helps other women navigate breast cancer with more grace, compassion and emotional agility. Rachel shares how accepting and taking ownership of our experiences can lead to increased resilience and joy. You can connect with Rachel through the following links: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Tiktok Workbook * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week SHIFT Your Life Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out this form. * Want to book me for a workshop or speaking event? Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Need a parent coach in your back pocket for those tricky child-rearing dilemmas? Join the SHIFT online parent support community!  * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.    

My guest Cory Strozier made a string of choices that became a lifestyle that ended with him in prison. He made a different string of choices that shifted his path towards creating a general contracting business and a lifestyle that supports the community, family and friends. Cory shows us what is possible when you practice personal responsibility and you're willing to put in the work! Links: EMYTH by Michael Gerber * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week SHIFT Your Life Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out this form. * Want to book me for a workshop or speaking event? Email me at [email protected] * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Need a parent coach in your back pocket for those tricky child-rearing dilemmas? Join the SHIFT online parent support community!  * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.    

My guest Brandon had a really cool turning point at age 16 that led him down a path of actually seeking out uncomfortable things to experience. We can all learn from this 21 year old and the tools and strategies he's using to keep stretching his comfort zone. Below is the graphic we reference in the episode! Brandon is majoring in Forest Fire Sciences and loves to pursue discomfort through adventure sports. He plans on full-time travel after university and becoming a firefighter later in his 20s. You can find out more about Brandon by following him on IG @ourendlessodyssey  * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out this form. * Read my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships. * Find me @could.it.be.better and @cheranderton on IG Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.  

Do you struggle with making a request? Do the feelings and stories you have keep you from asking for help? If so, this episode is for you!  * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out this form. * Read my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships. * Find me @could.it.be.better and @cheranderton on IG Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.