The Full Frontal Living™ Podcast with Lisa Carpenter Lisa Carpenter

Welcome to another personal and introspective episode of the Full Frontal Living Podcast with Lisa Carpenter. In episode 272, Lisa shares her experiences and revelations from the first day of her journey walking the Camino de Santiago. Join her as she traverses the scenic routes of Spain, engaging in a voyage not just across landscapes but deep into the realms of personal expectations and relationships.

 

The Journey Begins: Lisa discusses her impromptu decision to walk the Camino and her first day walking a 22 km stretch. She introduces us to the diverse motivations that draw people to this renowned pilgrimage.

Saying Yes to Life: Discover why Lisa chose this year to embrace adventure and travel, breaking from years of postponement and saying yes to new experiences.

No Expectations, Just Experiences: Learn about Lisa's approach of traveling without expectations, relying on her friends who love to plan, and enjoying the journey as it unfolds.

Reflections and Relationships: Lisa shares how the Camino is helping her connect on a deeper level with friends and clients, providing a space where she can both lead and be nurtured.

A Challenge to Listeners: The core message of the episode challenges the stories we tell ourselves and the expectations we place on others and experiences. Lisa invites listeners to examine how their interpretations affect their lives and relationships, suggesting a shift towards acceptance and personal accountability.

The Bigger Picture: Wrapping up, Lisa reflects on the essence of spiritual and personal growth, reminding us that meaningful change and connection can happen daily, not just on extraordinary adventures.

Whether you're seeking a moment of tranquility or a spark of motivation, join Lisa on this picturesque and profound journey. Dive deeper into understanding how acceptance and intentional living can transform everyday life. And remember, "You don't have to fly to Spain to find yourself."

 

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Join us on the Full Frontal Living podcast for a riveting discussion with Melina McConnell on the transformative power of choice in healing and relationships. Melina, a seasoned expert in somatic therapy, shares her insights on moving from codependency to interdependency and the vital connection between the mind and body.

In this episode, you'll learn about:


Understanding Oneself: The first step in supporting yourself and others in relationships.
Transition to Interdependency: Essential for fostering healthy connections.
External vs. Internal Regulation: Understanding dependencies and the importance of self-regulation.
The High Achiever’s Challenge: Balancing external influences with internal control.
Mind-Body Connection: Valuing emotions and their physical manifestations.
Overcoming Functional Freeze: Techniques to stimulate energy flow and combat shame.
Trauma Insights: Unpacking developmental trauma and its lasting impact.
Nervous System Health: Managing stress through understanding sympathetic and parasympathetic responses.
Stress and Health: Counteracting physical stress effects and maintaining homeostasis.
Collective and Individual Healing: Tackling personal fears for broader community health.

Special Segment:

Lisa reflects on her personal struggles with addiction and the transformative role Melina played in her recovery journey. Melina discusses her shift from addiction counseling to somatic therapy, emphasizing the holistic approach to healing.

Resources:


Explore more on somatic therapy at Melina McConnell's website: https://melinamcconnell.com
Recommended reading: "The Body Keeps the Score" by Basil van der Kolk. https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748

This episode is a call to harness the power of choice in your healing and relationships. For Lisa’s free guide to protecting your energy when life is life-ing checkout the following link: ⁠www.lisacarpenter.ca/protect

 

About Melina McConnell:

Melina believes that trauma steals our sense of safety, curiosity, competence and sense of belonging, leaving us with symptoms of nervous system dysregulation and other (often) painful body manifestations. She is a firm believer that we are innately designed to heal and that taking a mind-body approach is essential in healing the effects of human experiences. 

Melina is a somatic trauma therapist and IFS-informed counsellor. She supports her clients through the intersection between neuroscience, trauma and attachment from what she calls a psycho-neuro-biological approach. She helps clients address the underlying causes of these symptoms through somatic practices and somatic IFS, encouraging the movement of stuck survival energies, renegotiating boundary breaches and repairing attunement ruptures from early life moving clients towards wholeness and health. Melina has advanced training in therapeutic touch and includes this as a regular part of her practice. 

She maintains a private practice in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada assisting individuals in the areas of trauma (developmental trauma, shock trauma, c-PTSD, PTSD), human development and attachment, anxiety, depression, chronic pain and the physical and emotional effects of chronic traumatic stress and addictions.

Welcome to another empowering episode of the Full Frontal Living Podcast. Join us as we dive into a compelling conversation with Alexis Dean, founder of the Dovetail community, about the transforming power of intentionally crafted communities for women entrepreneurs. In this episode, we explore the nuances of building a safe, inclusive space where deep conversations flourish, barriers are broken, and values align, promoting personal and professional growth.



Key Takeaways:


The Art of Intentional Community: Alexis Dean talks about the importance of intentionally structuring communities to facilitate safe spaces for meaningful discussions and equal voices. (00:22:47)


The Power of Choice: Lisa Carpenter emphasizes the significance of selecting communities that resonate with our desires and the environments where we thrive. (00:23:49)


Inclusivity in Communities: The hosts discuss how Dovetail welcomes non-binary and transgender individuals and is designed with inclusivity at its core. (00:24:34)


Disrupting the Norm: Creating a women-only community can be seen as disruptive, but it's about having a clear mission and developing a group founded on shared core values. (00:25:11)


Leading from the Heart: Both hosts highlight the feminine approach to business, which prioritizes values-based actions and leading with empathy. (00:28:08)


Aligning Values with Work: Learn how aligning your business decisions with your personal values can foster belongingness and resilience during challenging times, like those experienced during COVID. (00:29:20)


Gender-Specific Networking: Alexis and Lisa discuss the unique challenges women face in a masculine-dominated business world and how female-centric spaces can nurture different styles of connecting and networking.



Join the Dovetail Community:

Listeners are encouraged to visit dovetail.community to learn more, apply, or book a call with Alexis Dean. Authentic connections are just a conversation away.



Connect with Alexis Dean:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexis.dovetail/ and https://www.instagram.com/dovetailcommunity/

Visit: https://dovetail.community



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If you're inspired by our discussion on community and choice, please subscribe to the Full Frontal Living Podcast here and share this episode with someone who could benefit from joining a community like Dovetail.

Thank you for listening, and remember, your power to choose your community is a tremendous force in shaping your life and career.

Find out more about Lisa’s Whistler, BC Retreat in September 2024!  There are a few spaces remaining HERE

Lisa is currently accepting applications for her 1:1 Reclamation Coaching www.lisacarpenter.ca/wwm to book your 30-min complimentary call.

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In this episode The Full Frontal Living™ podcast Lisa is joined by transformational coach Ashley Soro to explore the journey of creating lasting body image shifts. Together, they delve into the empowering yet psychologically complex world of fitness competitions and uncover the harsh realities behind the quest for external validation and identity that often happen with bodybuilding competitions. Providing insightful stories from their lives, Lisa and Ashley discuss the importance of inner healing, self-acceptance, and the courage required to detach from restrictive self-definitions and the often punishing cycle of training and dietary control. As they share personal strategies for surrender and growth, this episode promises to guide listeners towards a more authentic and fulfilling relationship with their bodies and selves.



00:00 Facilitating wellness and transformation; empowering individuals.

03:13 Competitive bodybuilding, self-image evolution, retiring summary.

06:52 Struggling with body image expectations in fitness.

11:52 Struggle with body image and athletic identity.

14:38 Reflecting on growth, self-discovery, and healing.

19:12 Transforming lives, finding joy in wellness journey.

20:54 Recommend various modalities to address subconscious limitations.

26:09 Redefining self-identity and virtues for personal growth.

28:58 Accepting change, identity shift after retiring from sport.

33:23 Professional solo sport, yearning for understanding.

34:06 First show experience - slightly traumatic, frightening.

39:06 Refraining from bikini, addressing deep-seated trauma.

41:12 Training becomes a source of control.

43:54 Intuitively listen to your body, find purpose.

46:20 Facing change in health and self-trust.

50:08 Excited for what's to come, letting go.



Connect with Ashley Soro here



Find out more about Lisa’s Whister, BC Retreat in September 2024!  There are a few spaces remaining HERE



Lisa is currently accepting applications for her 1:1 Reclamation Coaching www.lisacarpenter.ca/wwm to book your 30-min complimentary call.



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And if you wouldn’t mind, please leave a rating and review of the podcast if you haven’t already done so.  Thanks so much for your support!

In episode 268, Lisa shares her personal journey of confronting old negative thought patterns that resurface, amidst her travel experience in Bali. She offers a raw, unfiltered account of the struggles and insecurities she has encountered in her personal and professional life. 

Lisa emphasizes the importance of recognizing that what we see on social media often reflects the "highlight reel" of people's lives, and she delves deeper into the process of navigating through challenging times.



Key Points:


Choosing Vulnerability: Lisa opens up about her turbulent experiences, expressing vulnerability and authenticity as she acknowledges the impact of past events on her well-being. By sharing her journey, she encourages listeners to embrace their own vulnerabilities and confront the parts of themselves that may be holding them back.
Confronting Old Stories: Lisa reflects on the deep-rooted beliefs and narratives that have influenced her mindset, particularly related to self-worth, success, and happiness. She emphasizes the significance of acknowledging and addressing these old stories, ultimately reclaiming the power to script new narratives for a fulfilling life.
The Power of Choice: Throughout the episode, Lisa emphasizes the power of choice, highlighting how individuals can actively choose to confront old thought patterns, navigate challenges, and create positive change in their lives. She encourages listeners to recognize that they have the ability to shape their reality by making conscious choices aligned with their values and desires.
Reclaiming Joy and Fulfillment: By sharing her personal struggles and moments of self-doubt, Lisa underscores the importance of allowing oneself to experience joy and fulfillment without self-sabotage. She motivates listeners to overcome self-limiting beliefs and embrace the fullness of their experiences.
Taking Action: Lisa concludes by urging listeners to take action and embark on their own transformative journeys. She offers the opportunity for individuals to connect with her to explore coaching options, emphasizing the potential for personal growth and positive change (links to apply below)



Join Lisa in this deeply reflective episode as she demonstrates the power of choosing vulnerability, confronting old stories, and reclaiming joy and fulfillment in life.

Apply To Work With Lisa www.lisacarpenter.ca/wwm and you’ll be invited to a 30 minute call to chat about coaching possibilities.

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Welcome to the "Full Frontal Living" podcast! In Episode 267, "The Benefits Of Being A Quiet Woman In Business," we’re joined by Casey Lightbody, a remarkable strategist and advocate for the quiet power of introverted women in the business world. Prepare to dive into an empowering discussion that ignites passion and encourages every listener to embrace their unique strengths.

Highlights of this episode include:

**Casey's Inspiring Journey** Casey Lightbody shares her transition from a corporate career to entrepreneurship, and the personal triumphs over burnout that led to her supporting sensitive and introverted women.

**Quiet Strength** Explore the invaluable strengths of introverted and introspective individuals in business. Lisa and Casey challenge the stereotype that extroverts have a monopoly on business success and visibility.

**Passionate Conversations** Discover how to find your passion and use it to add your voice to fundamental business conversations, even if you're naturally quieter.

**Owning Your Space** Casey and Lisa discuss the importance of owning your space and gifts to make an authentic impact on the world, debunking the societal norms that often hold women back.

**Connect Authentically** Embrace authenticity and vulnerability to connect deeply. Hear about Casey's Facebook Live experience and Lisa’s insights on how these qualities drive personal and professional growth.

**The Value of Visibility** Learn how standing out with a clear message is more impactful than having a large audience. Quality over quantity creates true change and connection.

**Embracing Discomfort** Casey encourages making different choices to achieve growth. They discuss the 'ring of fire' metaphor about enduring discomfort for liberation.

**Gift for Our Listeners** Casey offers a free guide on human-centric lead generation strategies – a valuable tool for any business owner looking to connect more meaningfully with their audience.

**Personal Growth Equals Professional Success** Lisa Carpenter emphasizes self-integrity and self-care, highlighting how our professional success is deeply connected to our personal growth.

 **Choosing Your Channels** Overcome the myth that social media is the end-all-be-all for business visibility. Instead, choose platforms that resonate with you to share your message.

**Align with Joy and Purpose** Explore using frameworks like human design to discover your unique gifts and the marketing channels that best fit you.

**Quiet Rebels** Tap into the quiet rebellion, where Casey and Lisa delve into how women – especially the quieter ones – can innovate and lead with their inner strength.

**Belonging to Yourself** Embrace belonging to yourself, the courage to be vulnerable, and the power to stand confidently in your message and actions.

We leave you with a powerful reminder: we have the power to choose. Choose the conversations we engage in, the spaces we fill, and the authenticity we bring to our interactions. Choose to align with what brings us joy, to use tools that resonate with us, and to let go of what no longer serves us. We shape our personal and professional lives with every choice we make, so let's choose wisely.

Connect with Casey:

- Visit [quietcollective.com.au]

- Sign the pledge to support introverted women in business at http://www.quietcollective.com.au- Claim your free guide on lead generation.

We hope this episode inspires you to embrace the benefits of being quiet in business, to reach out and make an impact in your own unique way. Please share this episode, leave a rating and review, and let's continue the conversation about harnessing the power of being a quiet woman in business.