Beyond the Cookie Cutter

Mary Black
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Feeling stuck in a cookie cutter life? Struggling to inject order into schedule, children, work, and budget? No time for YOU and your UNIQUE needs? In this podcast, you will find insights from women who have – and are still living through many of the things that you are experiencing. They freely share wisdom and valuable lessons from years of experience. Mary Black shares her own lessons learned, along with outside interviews with beautiful, experienced women. Mary is an amazing communicator. She loves to teach naturally through stories that touch the heart. She helps women connect to the power of their own narrative to grow themselves and those they influence in joyful, inspiring ways.

  1. 10/23/2025

    Learn • Live • Fly: Saying Yes to Promptings, Purpose, and Everyday Miracles with Livia Pewtress

    Send us a Text Message! We would love to hear from you! What if your life changed by simply saying “yes” to God—one small prompting at a time? In this tender, faith-filled episode, Mary Black sits down with Livia Pewtress (Learn • Live • Fly) to talk about “God moments,” living a consecrated life, and how head-knowledge becomes heart-living—and then, with God, you fly. Livia shares her story as a devoted mom of five, creator, and community builder whose work centers on listening, obedience, and practical spiritual disciplines. She opens up about founding The Consecrated Life Project, the meaning behind Learn • Live • Fly (head → heart → Holy Spirit), and how tiny acts of showing up can ripple into miracles for many. You’ll hear: How to notice and act on promptings (even when they don’t make sense yet)“Learn • Live • Fly”: moving truth from the head to the heart—and into Spirit-led actionWhy “showing up” (imperfectly) invites miracles and multiplies blessingsCreating sanctuary: in your heart, home, community, and eventually in the worldDiscernment, boundaries, and choosing what keeps your light brightPractical encouragement for faith, family, health, and purpose-driven workResources & Ways to Connect 🌐 Livia’s hub: learnlivefly.com — podcast, community, resources, contact 📧 Email: livia@learnlivefly.com 🌿 The Consecrated Life Project: theconsecratedlifeproject.com 🙏 “Anchored in Christ” community (via Learn • Live • Fly) 🛠️ Tech made simple for heart-led founders (mentioned by Livia): via Learn • Live • Fly Please share your thoughts and feedback! We love hearing from you! Email: marybcooks@gmail.com Instagram: @marybcooks For a free 1 on 1 meeting, find a time here: https://calendly.com/mblack7718/free-chat-with-mary Here's to your joy-filled life! -Mary

    43 min

  2. 08/28/2025

    From Storytelling to Strategy: Meaghan Anselm on Marketing, Media, and Valuing Your Worth

    Send us a Text Message! We would love to hear from you! Marketing isn’t just about selling—it’s about storytelling that connects, inspires, and drives impact. In this episode of Beyond the Cookie Cutter, Mary sits down with Meaghan Anselm, founder of Saves the Day Marketing, to unpack the evolution of video, the power of audience connection, and why valuing your time is essential for success. With over 18 years in PR, marketing, digital strategy, and video storytelling, Meaghan brings a wealth of experience from producing television to building campaigns for mission-driven organizations. As the founder of Saves the Day Marketing, she and her team specialize in helping nonprofits, entrepreneurs, and public agencies find their voice, expand their reach, and create meaningful community impact. In this episode, you’ll learn: How the evolution of media has changed the way we connect with audiencesWhy storytelling is the most powerful tool in marketing todayPractical tips for entrepreneurs and nonprofits to stretch their budget without sacrificing qualityHow to set boundaries and price your services in a way that reflects your worthWhy clarity and authenticity matter more than polished perfection in building relationshipsWhether you’re an entrepreneur, nonprofit leader, or creative ready to elevate your message, this conversation will give you practical tools and a fresh perspective on how to grow your impact without burning out. 📧 Connect with Meaghan: Meaghan@SavesTheDayMarketing.com  🌐 Learn more: savesthedaymarketing.com Please share your thoughts and feedback! We love hearing from you! Email: marybcooks@gmail.com Instagram: @marybcooks For a free 1 on 1 meeting, find a time here: https://calendly.com/mblack7718/free-chat-with-mary Here's to your joy-filled life! -Mary

    41 min

  3. 08/21/2025

    Reclaiming Your Power: Jessica Egea-Avalos on Women’s Leadership, HER Seat & Leading from Alignment

    Send us a Text Message! We would love to hear from you! What if true leadership isn’t about performance, but alignment? In this powerful episode of Beyond the Cookie Cutter, Mary Black sits down with leadership coach and HER Seat founder Jessica Egea. From young single motherhood to executive leadership in male-dominated spaces, Jessica shares how women can reclaim their voice, power, and purpose." Jessica’s journey is one of resilience and reinvention. After navigating seasons of struggle and growth, she created HER Seat—a transformational space for women ready to rise authentically, lead boldly, and step into the seats they were always meant for. In this episode, you’ll hear: Jessica’s journey from single motherhood to senior leadership rolesHow to transform challenges into seasons of growthWhy women must lead from truth, not performanceThe vision behind HER Seat and how it’s changing leadership for women everywherePractical ways to reclaim your voice and step into authentic leadership✨ Learn more at www.jessicaegea.com  📩 Connect: hello@jessicaegea.com Please share your thoughts and feedback! We love hearing from you! Email: marybcooks@gmail.com Instagram: @marybcooks For a free 1 on 1 meeting, find a time here: https://calendly.com/mblack7718/free-chat-with-mary Here's to your joy-filled life! -Mary

    26 min

  4. 08/14/2025

    Healing Codependency & Awakening Your Soul: Kari Vest England on Akashic Records & Living Your Purpose

    Send us a Text Message! We would love to hear from you! At 45, Kari Vest England decided she couldn’t live another day in codependency and self-neglect. That choice led to a powerful spiritual awakening—one that revealed her intuitive gifts, unlocked the Akashic Records, and helped her break generational cycles. This episode is your invitation to reclaim your power and purpose. In this transformative conversation, Mary Black welcomes Kari Vest England—Master Intuitive, Shamanic Practitioner, Light Field Astrologer, and Akashic Record Keeper—to Beyond the Cookie Cutter. Kari shares her powerful journey from a life shaped by codependency and self-abandonment to one of deep spiritual connection, soul-level healing, and authentic empowerment. Through her own healing, she now guides others to release false narratives, clear karmic contracts, and reconnect with their highest selves. You’ll hear: How childhood empathy can become both a survival skill and a spiritual giftThe process of clearing Akashic Records and breaking generational cyclesHow to release inherited beliefs and emotional patterns that don’t serve youThe role of faith, universal guidance, and quantum principles in healingWhy it’s never too late to reclaim your power and purposeKari’s story, featured in the anthology Together We Rise: The Wounded Healer’s Enlightened Journey to a Collective Ascension, is a reminder that even in our darkest seasons, we are never alone—and the path forward may be more divinely guided than we think. 📚 Read Kari’s story in Together We Rise: https://amzn.to/44hvyaX 🌐 Connect with Kari: karivestengland.com Please share your thoughts and feedback! We love hearing from you! Email: marybcooks@gmail.com Instagram: @marybcooks For a free 1 on 1 meeting, find a time here: https://calendly.com/mblack7718/free-chat-with-mary Here's to your joy-filled life! -Mary

    29 min

  5. 08/07/2025

    The Love Codes: Finding Connection, Stillness, and Healing in a Noisy World with Laura Kimmel

    Send us a Text Message! We would love to hear from you! A poetic conversation on language, nature, art, and remembering who we are In this soul-nourishing episode, Mary Black welcomes Laura Kimmel, a poet, musician, educator, and author of The Love Codes—a trilogy of poetry born during the silence and awakening of the pandemic. Laura shares how walking through the forests of Florida and listening—truly listening—to birds, trees, and stillness allowed her to reconnect with her deepest self and the world around her. Together, she and Mary explore the healing power of language, the spiritual role of art, and the sacred resonance that comes from reading, speaking, and writing with intention. This is more than a conversation. It’s a reminder: That art is a tool for peace—and presenceThat our language shapes how we think and feelThat stillness is not empty—it’s where we find ourselves againThat even in grief or global noise, connection is possibleLaura shares the story behind The Love Codes—her poetic trilogy (book one is out now)—and how it came to life through international collaboration, emotional depth, and intuitive creativity. Whether you're an artist, a writer, a musician, or simply someone craving connection in an increasingly distracted world… this episode will meet you where you are. 📚 Learn More 📖 The Love Codes – Book One by Laura Kimmel: https://amzn.to/4laIF3V 📩 Email: kimmel@kimmelvoice.com ✨ Subscribe to Beyond the Cookie Cutter and share this episode with someone whose soul speaks in poetry. Please share your thoughts and feedback! We love hearing from you! Email: marybcooks@gmail.com Instagram: @marybcooks For a free 1 on 1 meeting, find a time here: https://calendly.com/mblack7718/free-chat-with-mary Here's to your joy-filled life! -Mary

    43 min

  6. 07/31/2025

    Sleep, Behavior, and Burnout: Why One Good Night’s Rest Can Change Everything—with Michele Kreuzer

    Send us a Text Message! We would love to hear from you! What if the breakthrough you’re waiting for isn’t in a new morning routine—but in your sleep? In this episode, Mary Black sits down with Michele Kreuzer, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Certified Behavioral Sleep Specialist who’s spent over 20 years helping families, educators, and professionals reclaim energy, focus, and well-being—starting with better rest. Michele shares: Why sleep is the foundation of emotional regulation, resilience, and focusThe connection between burnout, sleep deprivation, and behavior patternsHow to build better sleep habits (even as a busy adult or parent)The biggest misconceptions about sleep—and why “just getting more hours” isn’t the solutionPractical, science-based tools you can start using tonightWhy her work blends compassion, consistency, and a clear behavioral frameworkAnd how she helps children, families, and professionals feel human again—through restWhether you're a parent navigating tough bedtimes, a woman burnt out from high-functioning exhaustion, or someone simply ready to feel better… this conversation is your invitation to slow down, reset, and let sleep do its sacred work. 🌙 Learn More & Connect with Michele 🔗 Website: www.beehaviorbudz.com  📩 Email: michele@beehaviorbudz.com  📸 IG: @beehaviorbudz ✨ Subscribe to Beyond the Cookie Cutter to support more human-first conversations like this one. Please share your thoughts and feedback! We love hearing from you! Email: marybcooks@gmail.com Instagram: @marybcooks For a free 1 on 1 meeting, find a time here: https://calendly.com/mblack7718/free-chat-with-mary Here's to your joy-filled life! -Mary

    44 min

  7. 07/24/2025

    From Mom to Mogul: Kristin Staver-Reichard’s Blueprint for Launching a Purpose-Driven Coaching Business

    Send us a Text Message! We would love to hear from you! From Mom to Mogul: Kristin Staver-Reichard’s Blueprint for Launching a Purpose-Driven Coaching Business In this empowering episode, Mary Black sits down with Kristin Staver-Reichard, a business coach with over 23 years of entrepreneurial experience and the founder of The Mom Launch. Kristin specializes in helping moms transition into successful coaching careers without sacrificing family life or personal values. Together, they discuss: How to shift from motherhood or corporate life into a meaningful coaching businessThe mindset blocks that hold women back—and how to break through themKristin’s 5-pillar coaching system: from identifying mental blocks to building financial freedomReal advice on creating a sustainable work-life balance as a coach or mompreneurMarketing tips that don’t require 24/7 social mediaWhat “corsitis” is (and why it might be slowing you down)Whether you’re navigating empty nesting, launching your first business, or shifting careers, this conversation is packed with inspiration, practical tools, and permission to begin. 🔗 Learn more about Kristin: www.themomlaunch.com 📬 Contact Kristin: kristin@themomlaunch.com 📱 Connect on Facebook: facebook.com/TheMomLaunch 🎧 Tune in now and take your first aligned step toward building a life and business you love. Please share your thoughts and feedback! We love hearing from you! Email: marybcooks@gmail.com Instagram: @marybcooks For a free 1 on 1 meeting, find a time here: https://calendly.com/mblack7718/free-chat-with-mary Here's to your joy-filled life! -Mary

    37 min

  8. 07/17/2025

    Worthy as You Are: Healing Through Energy, Emotion, and the Feminine Frontier with Sarah Stelzer

    Send us a Text Message! We would love to hear from you! We are so excited to welcome Sarah Stelzer to the podcast again! Two years ago, she shared her insights into masculine and feminine energies in 2 episodes - one of our most popular guests! Now, 2 years later, she shares what she is continuing to learn on her journey. What a beautiful person! Sarah is first a mom and a woman who desires to bring light and uplift the people around her by gently guiding them in the path of rich, beautiful relationships with the people they love. Check out her incredible insights on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/raya_lights?igsh=d21jNnJtOGJ2Nmp4&utm_source=qr Or email at: sarahrstelzer@gmail.com Please share your thoughts and feedback! We love hearing from you! Email: marybcooks@gmail.com Instagram: @marybcooks For a free 1 on 1 meeting, find a time here: https://calendly.com/mblack7718/free-chat-with-mary Here's to your joy-filled life! -Mary

    54 min
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Feeling stuck in a cookie cutter life? Struggling to inject order into schedule, children, work, and budget? No time for YOU and your UNIQUE needs? In this podcast, you will find insights from women who have – and are still living through many of the things that you are experiencing. They freely share wisdom and valuable lessons from years of experience. Mary Black shares her own lessons learned, along with outside interviews with beautiful, experienced women. Mary is an amazing communicator. She loves to teach naturally through stories that touch the heart. She helps women connect to the power of their own narrative to grow themselves and those they influence in joyful, inspiring ways.

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  • Creator
    Mary Black
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    157
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Beyond the Cookie Cutter
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    Beyond the Cookie Cutter