Left Turn

Marilyn Bradford

Left turns are choices we can all make. They’re about a willingness to step into the unknown in any area of life; to trust yourself to risk creating or trying something new. They’re about whatever it takes to create the choices and results you would really like to have. What are some of your left turns? Writing a blog? Parenting in a different way? Letting go of the old because you are aware of something greater? Whatever your left turns are, It’s all about letting your true uniqueness shine.

  1. Have You Tried The Brussel Sprouts? with Georgia Watson

    2025-12-17

    Have You Tried The Brussel Sprouts? with Georgia Watson

    On this insightful conversation with Georgia Watson on the latest Left Turn Podcast, she shares the major left turns she's taken in her life - from the profound impact of losing her father at a young age, to immersing herself in a spiritual community, to discovering the joy of comedy and improv with her partner Brett. Georgia reflects on how these unexpected choices and experiences have shaped her, like shedding a serious, rigid mindset in favor of embracing more lightness and adventure. She encourages listeners to try something new each day, as it's those unfamiliar experiences that can open us up to growth and possibility. Tune in to hear Georgia's story and be inspired to take your own left turns in life and embrace the transformative power of making bold, unconventional choices. Resources:  More with Georgia Watson - http://www.georgiawatson.com/  More with Marilyn Bradford - https://www.marilynbradford.com/  Empowerment and the idea of having more say in our realities, lives and futures is something Georgia Watson is fiercely interested in. Georgia has trained animals (large and small) most of her life, is a Harris county Master Gardener, loves cooking nutritious food, studying health and nutrition, and finding ways to be more happy more of the time She has also been working with Access Consciousness for over 10 years in all sorts of different jobs. Mentioned during the Podcast Access Consciousness - http://www.accessconsciousness.com/

    26 min
  2. Get Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable with Shon Van Orden

    2025-11-19

    Get Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable with Shon Van Orden

    In our latest episode of the Left Turn Podcast, we explore the transformative journey of Shon Van Orden, a certified Access Consciousness facilitator who has embraced a life brimming with possibilities, stepping away conventional corporate paths. Shon’s story is a powerful testament to the incredible growth that comes from embracing discomfort and exploring the unknown. Raised in a strict Mormon environment, Shon shares his inspiring leap into the world of consciousness and personal freedom. He emphasizes how each uncomfortable transition has been pivotal in expanding his awareness and shaping his journey. If you’re intrigued by the idea of consciousness and ready to challenge your own boundaries, Shon’s narrative serves as a reminder that embracing discomfort can open doors to extraordinary possibilities. Resources:  More with Shon Van Orden - https://tinyurl.com/4t8a9j97  More with Marilyn Bradford - https://www.marilynbradford.com/  Shon Van Orden’s journey started in the world of Mormonism and took a wild turn into consciousness. After years as a serial entrepreneur and a stretch in Corporate America, he traded the boardroom for a much bigger adventure—one that asked way more interesting questions. He discovered Access Consciousness over 12 years ago, and what started as curiosity became a full-on way of living. Now a Certified Facilitator and Worldwide Coordinator, Shon gets to play with possibilities every day—helping people explore what’s truly possible beyond this reality. He was part of the original spark that became the AccessMe app, dove deep into the creation of El Lugar, weaving his energy and magic into its later stages, and is deeply involved in the business side of Access. For Shon, consciousness isn’t a concept—it’s an adventure. Every question, every choice, is a chance to change the world by simply being more of you! Mentioned during the Podcast Access Consciousness - http://www.accessconsciousness.com/  Access Books - https://www.acpublishing.com/?p=books access.me app - https://access.me/

    26 min
  3. The Gift of Choice with Wendy Mulder

    2025-11-05

    The Gift of Choice with Wendy Mulder

    In this episode of the Left Turn Podcast, Wendy Mulder shares her unique perspective on grief, death, and dying. Rather than viewing these as inherently sad or tragic, Wendy sees them as opportunities to celebrate the being and honor their choices. She emphasizes the importance of trusting oneself, having choice, and being present and receptive rather than contracting down in grief. Wendy discusses how she applied these principles when dealing with the loss of her husband and other challenging life experiences. Her approach offers a refreshing alternative to the typical grieving process, focusing on joy, gratitude, and the continuation of the being beyond the physical body. Resources:  More with Wendy Mulder - http://www.kindnesswithgrief.com/  More with Marilyn Bradford - https://www.marilynbradford.com/  Wendy Mulder has spent decades walking alongside people through their most challenging chapters of life. From caring for her own mother to supporting others, she knows the quiet strength, the unspoken exhaustion, and the deep love that often come with caring. A former Registered Nurse (BNSc.), Wendy has authored two books, Learning From Grief & Dying Happy: The Gift of Choice. She is a Certified Facilitator of Access Consciousness.® Mentioned during the Podcast Access Consciousness - http://www.accessconsciousness.com/ Learning From Grief book - https://tinyurl.com/mpbzf42m Dying Happy: The Gift of Choice book - https://tinyurl.com/mpbzf42m

    25 min
  4. From Judgment to Joy - Max Zoulek

    2025-10-22

    From Judgment to Joy - Max Zoulek

    In this episode of the Left Turn Podcast, Max Zoulek shares a powerful story of personal transformation - from always striving to be "right," to embracing the freedom of infinite choice. Max recounts major life-changing decisions, like moving from Germany to Australia as a child, and later discovering the tools of Access Consciousness. These "left turns" challenged his old ways of thinking and pushed him to redefine success on his own terms. Through Max's candid reflections, listeners will be inspired to question their own limiting beliefs and tap into a greater sense of ease, joy and possibility. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone seeking to break free from rigid mindsets and create a life that truly lights them up. Tune in to hear Max's thought-provoking insights on judgment, rightness, and the magic that unfolds when we're willing to take the road less traveled. Resources:  More with Max Zoulek - http://www.facebook.com/maxzoulek  More with Marilyn Bradford - https://www.marilynbradford.com/  Max Zoulek was born in Munich, Germany and migrated to Australia with his family at the age of 8. Always sensing he was different, he explored a plethora of modalities before discovering the transformational tools of Access Consciousness, which both saved his life and continue to change his life. He now facilitates with and personally uses these tools every day and seeks to be the change he would like to see in the world (yes, that was stolen, but is too great not to use!). Max is a certified Access Consciousness facilitator, University-trained Naturopath, father of 2 teenage children and lives in the UK with his wife, Shannon O’Hara Mentioned during the Podcast Access Consciousness - http://www.accessconsciousness.com/

    30 min
  5. The Adventure of Living Beyond Checking All the Boxes with Kate Sarton

    2025-10-08

    The Adventure of Living Beyond Checking All the Boxes with Kate Sarton

    What if checking all the boxes isn’t the same as living your life? At 17, Kate Sarton had that exact realization—and it cracked her world wide open. She ditched the “do everything right” path for a series of bold left turns: leaving college (twice), diving into experimental film, traveling cross-country, training in massage, embracing unexpected motherhood, and eventually finding Access Consciousness tools that helped her get out of her head and into creating her life. Kate’s story is all about trusting your gut, listening to those little whispers, and choosing what lights you up—even when it makes zero sense on paper. In this episode, she shares how walking away from the “supposed to’s” led to a life that’s richer, more creative, and way more fun. Resources:  More with Kate Sarton - http://www.katesarton.com/  More with Marilyn Bradford - https://www.marilynbradford.com/   Kate Sarton is a self-care extraordinaire with a dirty secret: she’s also a workaholic and perfectionist. After having her existential crisis at 17, she began a journey into discovering what was actually true for her regardless of anyone else’s experience. From massage and stress management to mindset and energy shifting techniques, Kate helps people connect with themselves, the earth, and the universe. Believing that life is the ultimate creative process and journey. Mentioned during the Podcast Access Consciousness - http://www.accessconsciousness.com/

    25 min
  6. Greater Pivots with Simone Milasas

    2025-09-24

    Greater Pivots with Simone Milasas

    Join us as we take a left turn with trailblazer Simone Milasas, who shares the bold pivots that have shaped her extraordinary life. From waking up at a music festival to find her van and all her merchandise stolen… to going from $187,000 in debt to becoming a multimillionaire, Simone has never been afraid to choose something greater. She talks about walking away from “opportunities” that looked shiny on the outside but weren’t truly hers, finally using the money tools she’d been avoiding, and letting the question “Is this actually enough for me?” lead the way. You’ll also hear how a single $5 magnet changed one woman’s life and why Simone measures success by the ripple effect it creates, not just the dollars in the bank. If you’re ready to stop settling and start creating the life you really want, this conversation will have you asking — what else is possible? Resources:  More with Simone Milasas - http://www.simonemilasas.com/  More with Marilyn Bradford - https://www.marilynbradford.com/  Advanced Facilitator and Business Development Coordinator of Access Consciousness, Simone Milasas capacity for wealth creation catapulted her from $187K in debt to a thriving and diversified portfolio. In business for over 30 years, she is a best-selling author, global speaker and host of the Choice, Change, and Action Podcast (https://www.simonemilasas.com/blog). Mentioned during the Podcast Access Consciousness - http://www.accessconsciousness.com/ Access.me - https://access.me/  El Lugar Resort - https://ellugar.com/ Joy of Business - https://www.accessjoyofbusiness.com/ Money Resources - https://www.marilynbradford.com/money Getting Out of Debt Joyfully Book - https://www.gettingoutofdebtjoyfully.com/

    31 min
  7. Acknowledging Your Knowing with Laura Simmonds

    2025-09-10

    Acknowledging Your Knowing with Laura Simmonds

    At 15, one cruel comment sent Laura Simmonds down a path of weight loss, attention… and an eating disorder that lasted for years. Yet in the middle of secrecy and struggle, she stumbled onto something extraordinary — holding a glass of water and asking it to become what her body needed. That small, quiet act became the seed of a lifelong relationship with magic, miracles, and her own knowing.   In this episode, Laura shares the left turns that shaped her — from shifting her point of view around food, to leaving her marriage with three young children (without drama), to finding Access Consciousness and building a life filled with ease, adventure, and possibility.   You’ll hear about the unexpected tools that helped her heal, how she made big changes even when they didn’t “make sense” to others, and why acknowledging yourself may be the most powerful magic you have. Resources:  More with Laura Simmonds - https://www.facebook.com/share/16nF8nLuFg/?mibextid=wwXIfr  More with Marilyn Bradford - https://www.marilynbradford.com/    Laura Simmonds has always had a curiosity and passion for the ‘unexplained’ magic and miracles and an underlying knowing that reality really can be different and is possible!   After years of experimenting with countless modalities and techniques, she discovered Access Consciousness 12 years ago and has since been using the tools of Access to facilitate change for others and to create a life and living filled with fun, happiness, health and exciting adventures.    Mentioned during the Podcast Access Consciousness - http://www.accessconsciousness.com/

    26 min

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Left turns are choices we can all make. They’re about a willingness to step into the unknown in any area of life; to trust yourself to risk creating or trying something new. They’re about whatever it takes to create the choices and results you would really like to have. What are some of your left turns? Writing a blog? Parenting in a different way? Letting go of the old because you are aware of something greater? Whatever your left turns are, It’s all about letting your true uniqueness shine.