39 episodes

As a sex therapist, mental health counselor,
and coach, it’s been Mona McGregor's love and pleasure to listen to her client’s stories and help them build
their Ideal Life. “Off the couch” Mona is inviting you to ride shotgun as she hits the road, sets
sail, and flies away to interview the mavericks, disrupters, the people with grit and
determination, those people that dare to WONDER, and learn how they have taken their
dreams and brought them to reality. So, if you want to learn about moonshine, dating in Paris,
better sex, opening a country inn, the best pancakes outside of the US, being a burlesque
dancer, the art of champagne, destination cooking classes, surviving Mardi Gras, raising oyster
babies and what it takes to be one of the most influential people in the cocktail industry,
WELCOME. you have found your girl and your podcast.

I Wonder If Mona McGregor

    • Society & Culture

As a sex therapist, mental health counselor,
and coach, it’s been Mona McGregor's love and pleasure to listen to her client’s stories and help them build
their Ideal Life. “Off the couch” Mona is inviting you to ride shotgun as she hits the road, sets
sail, and flies away to interview the mavericks, disrupters, the people with grit and
determination, those people that dare to WONDER, and learn how they have taken their
dreams and brought them to reality. So, if you want to learn about moonshine, dating in Paris,
better sex, opening a country inn, the best pancakes outside of the US, being a burlesque
dancer, the art of champagne, destination cooking classes, surviving Mardi Gras, raising oyster
babies and what it takes to be one of the most influential people in the cocktail industry,
WELCOME. you have found your girl and your podcast.

    38: Navigating The Journey of Life's Final Act with End-of-Life Doula, Lynn Principe

    38: Navigating The Journey of Life's Final Act with End-of-Life Doula, Lynn Principe

    Discover the transformative wisdom of Lynn Principe, an end-of-life practitioner, as she shares her insights into embracing our final farewells with grace and love. Her book "Walking Me Home" serves as both a guide and a companion for those seeking solace and understanding in the complexities of end-of-life planning. Together, let’s uncover the deeper layers of caring for our loved ones as they approach their journey's end, discussing not only the practical matters but the emotional, spiritual, and legacy considerations that come into play.
     
    Lynn's expertise sheds light on the often-overlooked aspects of death, encouraging a holistic approach to this universal experience. This episode is not just about saying goodbye but about celebrating the connections that transcend the physical world. Lynn’s "I Wonder If" moment found solace in the notion that at the heart of mourning is a profound love. For those seeking guidance or simply a place to connect, Lynn's resources offer a path to navigate this poignant and deeply personal journey with compassion and courage.
     
     
    01:39          Grief and the Role of an End of Life Doula
    03:59          The End of Life Doula Workbook 
    07:27          Miracles and the Beauty of End-of-Life Care 
    08:25          Witnessing Miracles as a Doula 
    10:16           Lessons From Difficult Relationships 
    13:00          Coping With Death and Grief 
    14:33           The Power of Death as Teacher 
    19:25           Remembering a Loved One With Dementia 
    22:19           Exploring Self-Care and Personal Growth 
    24:13           Saying Yes and Letting Go
                          
    Reach out to Lynn Principe and find out more about her resources and services here:
     
          Website à https://dearlybelovedlife.com/
          Facebook ß
          Instagram à @dearly_beloved_life
     

     
     
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    Learn more about the Host, Mona McGregor:
    ·         Do you enjoy exploring some yoga techniques and hypnosis events? Go check these ones out à EVENTS! EVENTS! EVENTS!
    ·         For couples, do you find yourself wondering how to improve or spice up your intimacy and sexual affairs? Go book your first free consult HERE ß
    ·         Looking to find some place to crash and enjoy your “couple” or “me” time? You might find THIS PLACE matching your taste of comfort.
    ·         Can we really use hypnosis to gain weight loss? Join us to find out! Start your journey HERE.
     
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    37: On Life Transitions and New Beginnings with Veteran Journalist Fawn Germer

    37: On Life Transitions and New Beginnings with Veteran Journalist Fawn Germer

    Navigating the relentless pursuit of dreams, this episode illuminates how perseverance serves as a lighthouse amidst the tumult of self-doubt and adversity. Drawing from our guest’s own tapestry of experiences, including the elation of a first tour and the determination to write a book amidst industry skepticism, we carve out a narrative that resonates with anyone who's faced setbacks yet presses on. Here we will stitch a common thread of battling insecurities, all the while making the hard decisions that pivot us away from comfort zones and towards growth.
     
    Join me for a compelling journey with Fawn Germer, a remarkable figure in literature and journalism, as she shares the essence of risk-taking and self-belief. Her story is one of determination and resilience, taking her from the security of a journalistic career to the uncertain waters of book writing, braving rejection after rejection until her dream solidified into a tangible success.
     
    As we touch on life’s myriad opportunities and the transitions that come with each "I Wonder If" moment, let us be reminded that no matter the storm, every challenging phase has its end, and there's always a new dawn awaiting those who dare to seize it.
     
     
    01:34          On Risk-Taking and Believing in Yourself … 
    02:22          Fawn’s “I Wonder If” starts here ß 
    04:29          Failure after failure and pushing forward still! 
    08:11           Because the universe will tell you what you need to know 
    09:46          Success in Second Book Writing 
    10:52          Mixed feelings of horror and relief 
    11:59           Embracing Change and Taking Risks 
    14:01           Overcoming Doubt and Embracing Adventure 
    14:58          “There is No Plan” 
    16:34           A lifelong lesson - If you're not for you, who is? 
    18:52          Embracing Solo Travel Freedom 
    21:41           On Embracing Life, Seizing Opportunities … 
    22:45          Getting older happens really fast! 
    24:39          From an extrovert to an introvert nature 
    26:23          The kind of influences and messages growing up  
    27:08          An unpredictable and fragile life 
    28:51          Celebrating Women in the Community 
    30:03          Accept, cope, and adapt … 
    31:19           Navigating Challenges and Finding Meaning 
    33:19           Being Grateful for What You Have 
    34:56          Every shit storm ends! 
    36:00          “Work-Life Reset”
     38:21          Intimate Life and Singlehood Transition 
    39:34          Fawn’s goal for 2024 ß 
    40:30          Navigating the World of Dating                     
     
    Reach out to Fawn Germer and be fearlessly embracing change – no matter what comes next!
     
          Website à  fawngermer.com
        Listen to her PODCAST ß
          Join her COMMUNITY!
          Listen to her TedX talk >> How to Reset Your Life
          Order Fawn’s Best Selling books HERE!
     

     
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    • 45 min
    36: Revolutionizing The Bra Industry, Danielle Rushton's Story of Empowerment and Innovation

    36: Revolutionizing The Bra Industry, Danielle Rushton's Story of Empowerment and Innovation

    Every woman knows the struggle of finding the perfect bra, a quest often fraught with frustration and disappointment. Enter Danielle Rushton of Wherewithal, the visionary CEO redesigning the intimate apparel landscape and redefining the bras and bra sizing for women in the 21st century. Her patented bra design allows women to personalize their bra size at any moment, while making Wherewithal the most size inclusive bra company to-date, with less than 2 years in-market. She is a self-taught designer, a mental health advocate, and passionate about connecting with women through foundational pieces that allow them the confidence and all day support they need to create the lives they want to live.
     
    On our latest episode, Danielle shares her personal catalyst for change—a world of ill-fitting bras—and her innovative solution: an adjustable bra designed to adapt to the unique contours of a woman's body, ensuring unparalleled comfort and personalization. Her journey from a fashion e-commerce background to self-taught design disruptor is a testament to the power of turning personal struggle into entrepreneurial triumph.
     
    Danielle’s "I Wonder If" moment led to her exploration of self-love and its role in transformative innovation. Her commitment to empowering women shines as she transforms even the mundane task into a moment of empowerment. This episode sure is a call to embrace the change Wherewithal represents. Join us as we affirm the importance of every woman's unique experience with intimate apparel and inspire you to find comfort, confidence, and self-expression in the everyday.
     
    01:24          On Redefining Bra Sizing and Personalization … 
    03:09         Not even a fashion guru and yet! 
    04:37          Meanwhile, at the Home Shopping Network
    06:33         Invention Birthed from the Franken brawl 
    07:46          Revolutionizing Bra Design! 
    11:19           The Comfort and Support of Bras 
    12:22          Changes in the bra industry  
    13:08          But here’s what’s interesting all along ß 
    15:04          Challenges of Starting a New Business 
    16:07          Empowering Women Through Bra Innovation 
    19:20          Tampa - cultivating startups and new businesses! 
    21:04          Danielle’s two driving forces  
    26:31          Bras' Impact on Daily Life 
    28:17           So what about the thong underwear? 
    29:59          Issues with Women's Underwear Sizing 
    31:51           Wherewithal as a tool, resource, and support for women 
    34:08         On Ideal Mate and Business Partnership … 
    37:12           Danielle’s Partnership Requirements ß 
    40:02         What stimulates a relationship for Danielle? 
    41:37           Connecting with women just anytime! 
    43:19          Scaling and Expanding for Women's Support 
    44:36         Self Love's Impact on Bra Fittings 
    46:03         On Bra Business and Customer Feedback … 
    48:00         Danielle’s next “I Wonder If”                      
     
    Reach out to Danielle Rushton and find out more about her amazing intimate products here:
     
        Website à https://shopwherewithal.com/
        Facebook ß
        Instagram à https://www.instagram.com/shopwherewithal/
        LinkedIn ß
        Email her at: danielle@shopwherewithal.com
        TikTok: @wearwithall
     
     

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    • 50 min
    35: The Art of Pausing For Personal Rediscovery: Journey Beyond The Hustle, with Yolanda Harper

    35: The Art of Pausing For Personal Rediscovery: Journey Beyond The Hustle, with Yolanda Harper

    Ever feel like life's relentless hustle has disconnected you from your true desires? Yolanda Harper, a therapist and mental health advocate, joins us to recount her empowering tale of pressing pause on life's demands through a sabbatical. Self-care is a term often tossed around, but we decode its deeper meaning with Yolanda, exploring the liberating act of granting ourselves the grace to put our needs at the forefront. We swap stories about the challenges of juggling the professional and personal, sharing insights on fostering healthy relationships through self-awareness and candid communication. Discover how the soul sabbatical concept can illuminate the path to a life brimming with joy and fulfillment, a gentle reminder to savor life's simple pleasures and the beauty of the present.
     
    Her "I Wonder If" moment and the subsequent journey she embarked on - which includes penning a book and becoming a sabbatical doula - are not just personal victories but a rallying cry for anyone feeling adrift in the sea of societal expectations and childhood conditioning. It's a conversation that circles back to the core tenet of unity in our shared human experience, highlighting the solace found in community support and the strength drawn from our collective vulnerabilities. Join us as we connect, inspire, and perhaps, transform your perspective on self-care and the journey towards personal fulfillment. So come on, let’s go ahead and listen to this episode now!
     
     
    01:38          The Initiation of a Sabbatical Journey 
    06:27          Achieving Self-Care and Overcoming Expectations 
    09:20          Self-Inflicted Suffering and Humor 
    11:04           Self-Care and Soul Sabbatical Concept 
    12:55           Permission, Boundaries, and Intimate Relationships 
    20:01          The Concept of a Soul Sabbatical – In Depth Understanding 
    22:44          Finding Love and Self-Care Journey 
    26:46          Finding Joy in the Present Moment 
    30:32          Journaling Book and Future Plans 
    33:36          A Beautiful Book and Journal … 
    36:08          Expanding the Vision 
    37:16           The Power of Community and Healing 
    40:03          Finding Connections and Creating a community                     
     
    Reach out to Yolanda Harper and find out more about her story and community here:
     
          Website à https://yolandaharper.com/
          Facebook ß
          Instagram à @yolandaharper
     
     

     
     
    Can’t get enough of really, interesting I Wonder If stories from around the globe? Subscribe to the I WONDER IF podcast and ride shotgun with me as we hit the road, set sail, and fly away to meet some of the most interesting people that dare to wonder...
     
    How can you support “I Wonder If” podcast?
    ·        Apple users, please subscribe and review the show on Apple Podcasts, yes they are all given attention! Android users, please be sure to subscribe to the show on Google Podcasts so that you don’t miss any of the action.
    ·         Share your favorite episode on social media and don’t forget to tag us @iwonderifpodcast.
    ·         Connect with us on social media: IG: @iwonderifpodcast  FB: IWonderIf
    ·         Get on the list so you don’t miss out on announcements, programs, and events. Go download your favorite guest’s interviews HERE.
     
    Learn more about the Host, Mona McGregor:
    ·         Do you enjoy exploring some yoga techniques and hypnosis events? Go check these ones out à EVENTS! EVENTS! EVENTS!
    ·         For couples, do you find yourself wondering how to improve or spice up your intimacy and sexual affairs? Go book your first free consult HERE ß
    ·         Looking to find some place to crash and enjoy your “couple” or “me” time

    • 42 min
    34: Amplify The Power to Manifest and Create The Life You Want: From Surviving to Thriving, with Kris Ferraro

    34: Amplify The Power to Manifest and Create The Life You Want: From Surviving to Thriving, with Kris Ferraro

    Have you ever thought your dreams into reality or thought you did? It’s like attracting your dream into your life and fulfilling your desires. But do you know that you need specific energy to implement those wishes? The power of manifestation is conceptualized as the idea that simply envisioning what you want in life through your mind's eye can lead you to create your life’s reality.
     
    You’re in for a treat in this episode because YES, you can! That is what our special guest, Kris Ferraro will share with us today. She’s the author of the book “Manifesting: The Practical, Simple Guide to Creating the Life You Want”, and also an international energy coach, teacher, and sought-after speaker. And she says, yes! We definitely can move from merely surviving to thriving individuals.
     
    I know a lot of you wanted to know how and wanted help with several areas in your life where you want to invite that positive energy flow so let Kris open up your mind and heart as she takes us to her “I Wonder If…” where she chronicles the choices that led her to help people create their ideal life NOW. So come on, let’s go ahead and listen to this episode now!
     
     
    01:11           Kris’ I wonder if moment starts here 🡨
     
    04:06          What does it mean to manifest?
     
    07:14           But can we really manifest for other people’s good?
     
    08:48         Each of us has that power of creativity within us…
     
    09:37          This is the best way of having a positive influence
     
    10:54          Start within and with who we are
     
    11:55           A story of the Chinese farmer …
     
    15:03          Here’s a personal story of Kris to inspire you to believe there’s a good reason for everything that’s happened
     
    18:08          Surrender and just trust the process!
     
    19:20          On manifestations with regrets and learning better …
     
    23:38          Every single thing that we want to manifest is because of how we think that manifestation is going to make us feel
     
    24:07          Thinking hard – is it really what you want?
     
    24:56          The tip of the iceberg
     
    25:48          On expectations and disappointments …
     
    29:13           A different kind of gratitude journal
     
    31:05          Create happiness NOW in our lives!
     
    32:25          Why there is power in group work
     
    34:27          Do you know that loneliness is more dangerous than smoking??
     
    35:25          Various energy healing techniques out of traditional Chinese medicine
     
    36:56          Because people have been disconnected for so long a time!
     
    38:01          Coming from a place of real sincerity and love letters
     
    39:53          One of Kris’ greatest teachers 🡨
     
    43:28          Here are Kris’ go-to affirmations or prayers
     
    44:36          Yes, Kris has her current I wonder if cooking!
     
    45:53          “Your Difference Is Your Strength” …
     
    48:05          Another case of instant manifestation
     
    50:38          You never know how quickly and easily something could come into place
     
    51:13           It’s a journey you never stop doing – manifest and create!
                         
     
    Reach out to Kris Ferraro and find out more about her services and consultations here:
     
    ●       Website 🡪 https://www.krisferraro.com/
    ●       Facebook 🡨
    ●       Instagram 🡪 @kriseft
     
    Grab her first book on Energy Healing HERE!
     
     

      
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    • 52 min
    33: Helping Health-Conscious Women Love and Forgive Themselves, Their Food, and Their Figure, with Marcella Friel

    33: Helping Health-Conscious Women Love and Forgive Themselves, Their Food, and Their Figure, with Marcella Friel

    In this day and age, keeping our balance in maintaining a healthy body weight almost seems like every women’s struggle which also affects varying aspects of our life including how we see ourselves and our worth. Has it ever crossed your mind if there are ways other than fad diets to help you sustain your body weight balance? So how about EFT tapping? Have you heard about its wonders?
     
    Oh yes, today is the day we’re going to know more about this method combined with mindful eating to calm our food cravings and let us reach our ultimate health goal. We are going to have an enlightening chat with a mindful eating coach, Marcella Friel. She is also the founder of the Woman, Food, and Forgiveness Academy where she teaches women to love the woman they see in the mirror.
     
    For all you women out there who have given up your hopes in pacifying the emotional aspects of food cravings, let Marcella take your hand and walk you into her “I Wonder If…” story of discovering the power of the EFT tapping technique to help women heal traumas that have caused them to soothe themselves with food. So let’s go ahead and listen to this episode now!
     
     
    01:18           Marcella’s I wonder if moment during 2013 …
     
    02:31          The day she discovered the power of EFT tapping
     
    03:20          A certified practitioner in 2014 and started helping lots of women with various eating disorders
     
    06:04          Teaching women how to love their bodies? How?
     
    06:45          Here’s how tapping works ß
     
    08:57          What is emotional eating?
     
    10:20          Honoring our feelings first helps in the process
     
    11:48           How do people's core beliefs wreak havoc on their physical, mental, and emotional health?
     
    12:27           These are the questions you need to ask yourself first
     
    13:11            The positive and negative core beliefs
     
    14:39           What is trauma?
     
    15:30          It’s all about our core beliefs
     
    17:28           When relapse happens
     
    18:52          The four pillars of self-care à H A L T
     
    20:22          Identify where you are vulnerable
     
    21:10           Mona’s shame story
     
    25:08          Shame has already mastered everything!
     
    26:17           Marcella’s recommendations to Mona, listen
     
    27:05          The Women, Food, and Forgiveness Academy
     
    29:03          So who are you going to be loyal to?
     
    30:58          For those going through perimenopause or menopause
     
    31:33           It’s the 2nd puberty!
     
    33:22          Agelessness – the dancing maiden in our hearts
     
    35:37          Let the maiden loose!
     
    36:05          Watch out for Marcella’s next I wonder if
                         
     
    Reach out to Marcella Friel and find out more about her service consultations here:
     
          Website à https://www.marcellafriel.com/
     
     

     
     
    Can’t get enough of really, interesting I Wonder If stories from around the globe? Subscribe to the I WONDER IF podcast and ride shotgun with me as we hit the road, set sail, and fly away to meet some of the most interesting people that dare to wonder...
     
    How can you support “I Wonder If” podcast?
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