Forward Facing

Andrea Hastings and Mali Shadmehry
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Welcome to FORWARD FACING, Your Inspiration To Evolve! We are ANDEE HASTINGS and MALI SHADMEHRY -- seasoned family law and divorce attorneys with a passion for justice and a heart for the families we serve. We draw on our decades of experience guiding people through difficult times and helping them forge new futures. We emphasize leadership, entrepreneurship, wellness, transformation, and a positive mindset while providing a glimpse into life at Hastings Shadmehry Family Law. We empower our audience and allow them to feel like part of our wolf pack. Join the conversation and evolve with us!

  1. 1d ago

    Connection, Growth & Taking the First Step | Licensed Therapist Laurie Newcomb | Episode 114

    In this episode of Forward Facing, Andee and Mali sit down with licensed therapist Laurie Newcomb for an honest and deeply personal conversation about therapy, healing, relationships, divorce, grief, trauma, boundaries, and the patterns that can keep us stuck.Laurie shares how her own life experiences and journey through divorce helped lead her toward a second career in therapy. She explains why therapy is not simply about fixing what is wrong, but about becoming more aware of yourself, understanding your patterns, and creating a safe space to explore what is happening beneath the surface.Laurie also discusses why people often repeat old patterns even when they consciously want to change. She explains how therapy can help people become curious about those patterns rather than judging themselves, and why progress is rarely a straight line. Sometimes transformation means taking two steps forward, one step back, and learning from what happened along the way.The conversation goes deeper into divorce, grief, identity, co-parenting, anger, resentment, and the emotional challenges that come with major life transitions. Laurie explains why people going through divorce may experience constantly changing emotions and why creating space for those emotions can be an important part of moving forward.They also talk about marriage counseling, communication, boundaries, people-pleasing, mindfulness, happiness, personal growth, and the importance of slowing down enough to understand what you actually need.If you are navigating divorce, relationships, grief, trauma, major life transitions, personal growth, or simply trying to understand yourself better, this conversation offers thoughtful perspectives on therapy, healing, and moving forward.Connect with Transformation Counseling :https://transformationcounselingatl.com/If something we’ve talked about today resonates with you, we encourage you to visit TransformationCounseling to learn more about us and our approach. They work with young adults and adults navigating a variety of life transitions, including divorce, relationships, grief, trauma, and personal growth. Laurie also offers Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) for appropriate clients. Laurie's recommended books: Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide for Reclaiming Yourself by Nedra Glover Crazy Time: Surviving Divorce and Building A New Life by Abigail Trafford Broken Open by Elizabeth Lesser Timestamps00:00 - Trailer & Introduction02:02 - Meet Therapist Lori Newcomb08:11 - Importance of Therapy10:38 - Finding the Right Therapist15:27 - Starting Therapy: What to Expect18:26 - Fear & Resistance to Therapy21:20 - Breaking Long-Term Patterns28:26 - When to Start Therapy31:38 - Therapy During Divorce38:13 - Managing Anger & Stress44:44 - Virtual vs. In-Person Therapy47:07 - Marriage Counseling52:15 - Understanding Boundaries57:30 - Types of Boundaries01:01:15 - Setting Boundaries01:02:12 - Boundaries in Relationships01:11:39 - Breaking the Autopilot Cycle01:12:14 - Personal Growth Through Challenges01:13:16 - Practicing Mindfulness01:14:58 - Advice During a Crisis01:16:15 - Understanding Anxiety01:23:08 - Personal Transformation01:24:33 - Closing RemarksEvolve with us!Visit our website: https://forwardfacing.comFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forwardfacingpodcastInstagram: @forwardfacingpodcastTikTok: @HastingsShadmehryEmail us at podcast@hsfamilylaw.comContact us for a consultation: https://hsfamilylaw.com/contact-us/Subscribe to Forward Facing for honest conversations about leadership, workplace culture, relationships, resilience, personal growth, healing, and intentionally creating your next chapter.#ForwardFacing #LaurieNewcomb #TransformationCounseling #Therapy #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #SelfAwareness #EmotionalHealing #HealingJourney #PersonalTransformation #BreakingPatterns #OldPatterns #SelfDiscovery #TraumaHealing #GriefHealing #DivorceRecovery

  2. Sep 18

    Vision, Alignment & Harmony | Fractional Integrator Nicole Mennicke | Episode 113

    In this episode of Forward Facing, Mali and Andy sit down with fractional integrator Nicole Mennicke for an honest conversation about business leadership, workplace culture, accountability, feedback, core values, and why talented employees can still struggle when placed in the wrong roles. Nicole explains how the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) helps leadership teams turn ambitious ideas into clear and achievable plans. She shares how structured meetings, effective processes, useful data, and shared accountability can help businesses move from constant uncertainty toward focused and sustainable growth. The conversation explores how Nicole helped the Hastings Shadmehry leadership team clarify its vision, establish a shared language, identify organizational weaknesses, and build a stronger foundation for the firm. They discuss why implementing a new operating system can create temporary turmoil—and why some employees may choose to leave when accountability and expectations become clearer. They also examine why many leaders claim to want honest feedback until they actually receive it. Nicole shares how businesses can create a healthier feedback culture by addressing problems directly, remaining factual and kind, and placing everyone on the same side of the table against the issue. Nicole explains the difference between having the right person and placing that person in the right seat. A talented employee may still underperform when their responsibilities do not match their abilities, while a high performer who does not share the company’s values can quietly damage trust, collaboration, and culture. The conversation also covers meaningful core values, creating a consistent client experience, managing organizational change, preventing burnout, processing grief, and replacing the impossible pursuit of work-life balance with greater harmony between personal and professional priorities. If you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, manager, lawyer, or team leader struggling with hiring, accountability, workplace culture, employee performance, or business growth, this conversation offers practical guidance for building a healthier and more effective organization. Nicole Mennicke can be reached at: https://www.instagram.com/nmennicke/ Timestamps 00:00 - Trailer / Episode Highlights 01:54 - Introducing Nicole and Her Role 03:21 - What a Fractional Integrator Does 05:54 - Building and Growing the Law Firm 08:50 - Leadership, Vision and Accountability 10:21 - Using EOS to Strengthen the Business 12:29 - Building Strong Systems and Team Alignment 14:20 - Creating a Healthy Feedback Culture 20:26 - Defining the Firm’s Core Values 22:08 - Seeing the Whole and Thinking Ahead 23:54 - Building Vulnerable Trust 26:09 - The Power of Humble Confidence 28:29 - Creating Unequivocal Excellence 32:03 - The Three Uniques of the Firm 33:22 - Designing an Exceptional Client Experience 37:27 - Why Businesses Fail: People, Feedback and Meetings 39:47 - Building a Culture That Impacts People 44:45 - Handling Life Changes and Moving Forward 46:42 - Why Harmony Is Better Than Balance 48:22 - Personal Growth and Forward Facing Check-In 53:24 - Where to Connect With Nicole 54:04 - Closing & Outro Evolve with us! Visit our website: https://forwardfacing.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forwardfacingpodcast Instagram: @forwardfacingpodcast TikTok: @HastingsShadmehry Email us at podcast@hsfamilylaw.com Contact us for a consultation: https://hsfamilylaw.com/contact-us/ Subscribe to Forward Facing for honest conversations about leadership, workplace culture, relationships, resilience, personal growth, healing, and intentionally creating your next chapter. #BusinessLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #Hiring #EOS #TeamBuilding #EmployeePerformance #BusinessGrowth #CoreValues #LeadershipDevelopment #NicoleMennicke #ForwardFacing

    Vision, Alignment & Harmony | Fractional Integrator Nicole Mennicke | Episode 113

  3. Sep 4

    Resilience, Perspective & Life After Cancer | CDRE Jill Heineck | Episode 112

    In this episode of Forward Facing, Mali sits down with Jill Heineck for a deeply personal conversation about cancer, resilience, identity, mental healing, relationships, and what it takes to rebuild your life after everything suddenly changes.Jill was just 35, thriving in her career and marriage, when she was diagnosed with uterine cancer. What followed was a radical hysterectomy, chemotherapy, hair loss, and an experience that forced her to confront not only her health, but the identity she had built around her career, appearance, independence, and drive.Years later, Jill faced cancer again, being diagnosed with bladder cancer in 2017 and then again in 2020. She also opens up about additional battles with melanoma and basal cell skin cancer, and what repeated diagnoses taught her about living with uncertainty.The conversation goes beyond the physical side of cancer into the emotional reality of losing your hair, struggling to recognize yourself, continuing to show up professionally while undergoing treatment, and learning that sometimes survival means allowing other people to carry you. Jill also shares how cancer completely changed the way she approached business, boundaries, relationships, and the people she allowed into her life. Some close friends disappeared after her diagnosis, while unexpected people stepped forward, teaching her one of her biggest lessons: when people show you who they are, believe them. They also discuss the often-overlooked experience of caregivers, learning to ask for help, protecting your energy, advocating for your own health, and why Jill believes the mental healing was ultimately harder than the physical recovery.If you’ve experienced cancer, a health crisis, loss of identity, a major life transition, or simply found yourself wondering how to move forward after life changes overnight, this conversation is a reminder that rebuilding doesn’t always mean returning to who you were before. Jill Heineck can be reached at:https://heineckandcompany.com/ Timestamps 00:00 - 02:30 | Trailer and Introduction 02:30 - 04:49 | First Cancer Diagnosis and Life Suddenly Changing 04:49 - 09:07 | Early Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Advocating for Your Health 09:07 - 14:17 | Surgery, Hair Loss Fears, and Family Support 14:17 - 20:07 | The Physical and Emotional Reality of Chemotherapy 20:07 - 22:21 | Rethinking Work, Boundaries, and Personal Energy 22:21 - 27:09 | Hair Loss, Identity, and Rebuilding Confidence 27:09 - 30:44 | Learning to Accept Help and Support Caregivers 30:44 - 37:01 | Cancer Support, Relationships, and Who Truly Shows Up 37:01 - 41:39 | Recovery, Career Challenges, and Rebuilding After Cancer 41:39 - 45:21 | Moving Beyond Victimhood and Reinventing Her Business 45:21 - 48:47 | Bladder Cancer, Recurrence, and More Health Battles 48:47 - 51:16 | Fitness, Mental Healing, and Fear of Cancer Returning 51:16 - 53:06 | Prevention, Screening, and Staying Proactive About Health 53:06 - 55:30 | Toxic Relationships and Jill’s Biggest Life Lessons 55:30 - 59:15 | Moving Forward Through New Personal Goals 59:15 - 01:00:08 | Where to Find Jill and Closing Thoughts Evolve with us! Visit our website: https://forwardfacing.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forwardfacingpodcast Instagram: @forwardfacingpodcast TikTok: @HastingsShadmehry Email us at podcast@hsfamilylaw.com Contact us for a consultation: https://hsfamilylaw.com/contact-us/ Subscribe to Forward Facing for honest conversations about resilience, relationships, divorce, health, personal growth, identity, healing and intentionally creating your next chapter. #CancerSurvivor #CancerJourney #Resilience #CancerAwareness #ForwardFacing #JillHeineck #CancerRecovery #PersonalGrowth #HealingJourney #SurvivorStory

    Resilience, Perspective & Life After Cancer | CDRE Jill Heineck | Episode 112

  4. Aug 21

    Defining Success & Reinventing Yourself | Life Coach Tonya Chaplin | Episode 111

    In this episode of **Forward Facing**, Mali Shadmehry and Andee Hastings sit down with **Tonya Chaplin, founder of Tonya Chaplin Coaching**, for a powerful conversation about **limiting beliefs, mindset, identity, success, personal growth, and rebuilding your life through major transitions**. Tonya explains how fear, comfort, old conditioning, and beliefs formed through life experiences can quietly influence the decisions we make. They explore why **comfort can feel like safety**, why highly driven and successful people can still feel stuck or unfulfilled, and what happens when you finally begin questioning the version of life you thought you were supposed to want. Tonya also shares her own transformation — from nearly two decades in the corporate world to stepping away from a successful career, going through a major weight-loss and fitness journey, competing in bodybuilding in her 40s as a mother of three, and eventually becoming a life performance and mindset coach. The conversation goes deeper into **identity after divorce and major life changes**, including the difficult question many people face when a relationship, career, body, or familiar chapter changes: *Who am I now?* They also discuss **Core Energy Coaching, the Energy Leadership Index, defining your personal values, changing habits through awareness, redefining success on your own terms, and what to look for when choosing a qualified life coach**. If your life looks good on paper but something still feels missing, you’re navigating divorce or another major life transition, or you’re trying to understand why you keep falling into the same patterns, this conversation is for you. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to Tonya Chaplin 01:38 – What Does a Life Coach Actually Do? 03:12 – Fear, Failure & the Beliefs Holding Us Back 05:36 – Why Comfort Isn’t the Same as Safety 08:47 – Who Tonya Works With 10:37 – Why Successful People Can Still Feel Stuck 13:37 – Why the Goal Was Never Really the Point 15:08 – Identity, Energy & the People You Attract 17:55 – Core Energy Coaching & the Energy Leadership Index 21:05 – Are You Living by Your Own Values? 23:51 – When a Successful Life Still Feels Unfulfilling 25:55 – Rebuilding Your Life During Divorce 29:03 – Why Awareness Comes Before Change 33:01 – The Ripple Effect of Personal Growth 34:50 – The Skills & Ethics Behind Life Coaching 36:30 – How to Spot Red Flags in a Life Coach 39:33 – Choosing the Right Support During Vulnerable Times 43:44 – What Does Success Actually Mean? 45:24 – Tonya’s Personal Journey Begins 47:24 – Career, Motherhood & Losing Herself Along the Way 55:05 – What Bodybuilding Taught Her About Herself 56:34 – The Vision That Led Her to Life Coaching 57:14 – Healing, Limiting Beliefs & Starting a New Chapter 01:08:44 – Taking Risks & Creating the Life You Actually Want 01:09:56 – What 20 Years of Marriage Taught Her 01:11:41 – The Identity Shift After Divorce 01:12:09 – “Who Am I Now?” After a Relationship Ends 01:18:56 – Forward Facing Personal Check-In 01:28:35 – Where to Find Tonya & Closing Thoughts Subscribe to **Forward Facing** for honest conversations about personal growth, relationships, divorce, mindset, resilience, identity and intentionally creating your next chapter. Watch the new episode here - https://youtu.be/OE3EaQmaiaQ#LimitingBeliefs #PersonalGrowth #Mindset #LifeCoaching #ForwardFacing #SelfDevelopment #DivorceRecovery #LifeTransitions #MindsetCoach #PersonalDevelopment

    Defining Success & Reinventing Yourself | Life Coach Tonya Chaplin | Episode 111

  5. Aug 7

    Self-Care During Divorce | Protecting Your Peace & Building Your Future | Episode 110

    Self-care isn't just about bubble baths and spa days—especially during divorce. It's about protecting your physical, emotional, and mental well-being so you can make thoughtful decisions and move confidently into your next chapter. In this episode, Andee and Mali discuss why self-care is one of the most important investments you can make during the divorce process. From setting healthy boundaries and managing stress to prioritizing your health and surrounding yourself with the right support, they share practical insights for navigating one of life's most challenging transitions with resilience and intention. Join the conversation as the ladies discuss why caring for yourself isn't a distraction from the divorce process—it's one of the best ways to prepare for the life you're building after it. 00:02 Open 00:56 Intro 02:19 Why Self-Care Matters in Divorce 03:25 The Battlefield Mindset 05:37 Bridging Emotion and Legal Strategy 06:55 A Client's Story of Growth 08:25 Building Your Support Team 16:36 Boundaries as Self-Care 18:51 Real Client Example: Setting Boundaries 22:26 Social Media During a Divorce 23:47 Exercise Matters 27:24 Hobbies and Finding "The Glitter" 33:57 Staying Forward Facing 35:00 How Have You Evolved This Week? 38:22 Wrap Up Evolve with us! Visit our website: https://forwardfacing.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forwardfacingpodcast Instagram: @forwardfacingpodcast TikTok: @HastingsShadmehry email us at podcast@hsfamilylaw.com Contact us for a consultation: https://hsfamilylaw.com/contact-us/

    Self-Care During Divorce | Protecting Your Peace & Building Your Future | Episode 110

  6. Jul 24

    Saving Lost Dogs | The Story of Jason Flatt | Episode 102 ENCORE

    In this ENCORE of our first Forward Facing interview, Andee and Mali introduce you to Jason Flatt. Jason left Wall Street after a family tragedy and started his own pit bull rescue, and he is in GREAT demand as a tracker of lost pets.Jason came to the Hastings Shadmehry wolfpack at a moment of GREAT distress.His story is all about strength, resilience, re-invention, and self-knowledge.Join the conversation with the one-of-a-kind Jason Flatt!Here's all of Jason's contacts:https://www.friendstotheforlorn.orghttps://www.facebook.com/FriendsToTheForlornPitbullRescuehttps://www.instagram.com/fttfpitbull/00:50 Introducing Jason Flatt01:31 Why Jason Matters to the Wolfpack03:04 Growing Up with Calvin the Pit Bull04:58 Understanding Dogs06:23 The Emotional Toll of Rescue Work08:13 How Dog Traps Work09:34 Rescue Story: The Bear Cub14:12 Jason's Early Career18:20 Moving from New York to Georgia21:23 Depression and Hitting Rock Bottom24:38 Angelo: The Dog That Changed Everything26:06 First Steps into Pit Bull Rescue29:04 Apollo: The First True Rescue Success30:29 From Rescue to Missing Dog Recovery32:48 The Cow That Helped Find a Dog34:34 The Story of Stella’s Rescue39:30 Lessons Learned from Dog Rescue49:44 Where to find Jason and help his Organization50:40 Wrap-upEvolve with us!Visit our NEW website: https://forwardfacing.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forwardfacingpodcastInstagram: @forwardfacingpodcastTikTok: @HastingsShadmehryemail us at podcast@hsfamilylaw.com Contact us for a consultation: https://hsfamilylaw.com/contact-us/

    Saving Lost Dogs | The Story of Jason Flatt | Episode 102 ENCORE

  7. Jul 10

    How Attorneys Are Using AI & What Can Go Wrong | Episode 103 ENCORE

    Andee and Mali needed to take a break from production, so we're bringing you this ENCORE release of their conversation with attorney Kendall Carter. What happens when artificial intelligence starts reshaping one of the most tradition-bound professions?In this episode, Andee and Mali are joined by AI aficionado Kendall Carter to explore how artificial intelligence is starting to reshape the legal industry. They dive into the growing role of AI in law, unpacking why so many attorneys are adopting new tools and what that means for the future of the profession.They look at both sides of the story, from the benefits of AI -- like increased efficiency and productivity -- to the potential downsides, including accuracy concerns and ethical challenges. Kendall shares insight into where things can go wrong and why human judgment still plays a critical role.Join the conversation for a thoughtful, accessible look at the opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence.Kendall Carter can be found at: https://aspire.law/our-team/kendall-carter/and at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendallwcarter/00:59 Introducing Kendall Carter03:36 Kendall's Law School & Career Highlights06:27 How Kendall Got Into AI08:08 AI in Legal Practice10:44 Best Uses of AI in Law14:02 AI & Value To Clients16:32 AI Pitfalls & Fake Cases19:03 Potential Consequences of Misuse21:39 Client Trust & Reputation25:34 A Good Way For Clients To Use AI33:58 How Have you Evolved Recently?40:42 Closing & OutroEvolve with us!Visit our NEW website: https://forwardfacing.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forwardfacingpodcastInstagram: @forwardfacingpodcastTikTok: @HastingsShadmehryemail us at podcast@hsfamilylaw.com Contact us for a consultation: https://hsfamilylaw.com/contact-us/

    How Attorneys Are Using AI & What Can Go Wrong | Episode 103 ENCORE

  8. Jun 26

    Meet Sarah Price Smith | Family Law, Advocacy & Life at Full Speed | Episode 109

    Andee and Mali sit down with associate attorney Sarah Price Smith to hear about the experiences that shaped her path to family law. Sarah shares the perspective that fuels her passion for helping clients navigate some of life's most challenging transitions and manage their families afterward —and why she feels most at home advocating for them in the courtroom. Sarah brings an energetic, fearless approach to everything she does, both inside and outside the office. Join the conversation as the ladies discuss purpose, resilience, and choosing to move forward with confidence—both in law and in life. Find Sarah at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepriceissmith/https://hsfamilylaw.com/firm/sarah-price/ 00:00 Welcome to Forward Facing 00:50 Meet Sarah Price Smith 03:38 Warrior or Diplomat? Returns! 04:45 Vaunted Family History 10:26 How Childhood Shaped Her Family Law Career 12:02 From Pre-Med to Law School 16:14 Choosing Family Law 19:24 First Time in Court 24:22 Favorite Family Law Cases 26:11 Finding Hastings Shadmehry 29:31 Love Story 33:54 Balancing Law and Life 36:05 How Have You Evolved This Week? 42:23 Where to Find Sarah / Wrap-up Evolve with us! Visit our website: https://forwardfacing.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forwardfacingpodcastInstagram: @forwardfacingpodcast TikTok: @HastingsShadmehry email us at podcast@hsfamilylaw.com Contact us for a consultation: https://hsfamilylaw.com/contact-us/

    Meet Sarah Price Smith | Family Law, Advocacy & Life at Full Speed | Episode 109
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Welcome to FORWARD FACING, Your Inspiration To Evolve! We are ANDEE HASTINGS and MALI SHADMEHRY -- seasoned family law and divorce attorneys with a passion for justice and a heart for the families we serve. We draw on our decades of experience guiding people through difficult times and helping them forge new futures. We emphasize leadership, entrepreneurship, wellness, transformation, and a positive mindset while providing a glimpse into life at Hastings Shadmehry Family Law. We empower our audience and allow them to feel like part of our wolf pack. Join the conversation and evolve with us!

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  • Creator
    Andrea Hastings and Mali Shadmehry
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    87
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Andrea Hastings and Mali Shadmehry
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    Forward Facing