Make Life Less Difficult

Lisa Tilstra
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"What do we live for, if not to make life less difficult for each other?" - mary anne evansThis quote summarizes my life purpose. Life isn't easy. It's complex, filled with the unexpected, and sometimes really hard. While life is full of challenges, I believe there are myriad things we can do to help make life less difficult for each other.On this podcast we'll share stories, struggles, and successes that help us know we're not alone. And knowing we're not alone is one way to make life less difficult.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Tom Bohinc: Lead as the Person You Are (The Prometheus Project)

    Our guest today is Tom Bohnic.  Russ brings this beautiful conversation to us in today's episode. Tom spent most of his professional career leading business transformation and service innovation at scales from Fortune Global 50 to Start-ups from both consulting and internal executive-level positions.  It was the challenges of real-world engagement in complex business challenges that focused Tom’s attention on social and personal dynamics that enable or constrain movement in teams, groups, organizations, and communities.  These real-world contexts are the foundation of Tom’s work as a thought leader and facilitator of collective learning in the leadership industry through The Prometheus Project’s research and its community. In Tom’s view of leadership, leading is a choice open to each of us at any moment, and it is a shared responsibility in any organization. The path to effective leadership is overcomplicated by many factors, but all of us need a more clear and hold more accessible relationship to the factors that open our capacities to lead and that characterize the actions of leading.  This is why The Prometheus Project has the mission ‘to make leading clear and leaders common”.  And, this is why all of the Prometheus IP is shared without cost.  Tom founded The Prometheus Project in January 2019.  He was the lead author in peer-reviewed published research with Jonathan Reams Ph.D. and Richard Claydon Ph.D. on The Leadership Commons Framework. That was published in August 2020.  Version 2.1 of that framework was published in Dec 2021.  Version 3.0 of that framework is being released in parts over 2023. Tom works full-time for The Prometheus Project and has limited availability for executive and development coaching.  Learn more about Tom and his work: https://theprometheusproject.info/ Support the show Make Life Less Difficult ~    Support: buymeacoffee.com/lisatilstra

    56 min

  2. 7 APR

    50 Days of Climbing: Lisa's 50th Birthday Adventure

    In today's episode, my good friend, Titus Mott, asks me about my recent 50 days of rock climbing adventure for my 50th birthday.  It's amusingly intimidating to be the guest on my own podcast and I'm so grateful to Titus for taking the time to do this episode with me! Thanks to everyone who supported me from near and far for this epic life adventure! See picture here: https://makelifelessdifficult.com/lisas-50th-birthday Support the show Make Life Less Difficult ~    Support: buymeacoffee.com/lisatilstra

    1hr 5min

  3. 29 MAR

    Stephanie Peña: Sing! Dance! (Even if you are terrible at it!) Because You Can!!

    My guest today is Stephanie Peña. Stephanie is an accomplished vocalist, actress and voice-over artist. Previously cast on an NBC sitcom, a member of the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists and the Screen Actors Guild, Stephanie can currently be found on Netflix, Audible, iTunes, Amazon, YouTube and Vimeo.  In our conversation today, Stephanie shares her insights, reflections, and wisdom.  Her stories are ones of confidence and courage.  And you'll hear how her current stories are continuing to unfold with new challenges that she's approaching with poise and resilience. Stephanie encourages us to stop comparing ourselves with others and instead, be inspired by others!  And sing and dance, even if you are terrible at it!  Life, each day, every ability we have in this moment is precious and fleeting -- don't let it pass you by! Connect with Stephanie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanielavoz/ Follow Stephanie on IG: https://www.instagram.com/stephanielavoz/ Support the show Make Life Less Difficult ~    Support: buymeacoffee.com/lisatilstra

    1hr 14min

  4. 13 MAR

    Jennie Snyder, Ed.D.: Companions, Discernment, and Threshold Moments

    My guest today is Jennie Snyder. Jennie is an executive leadership coach.  She works with leaders during defining moments in their lives and leadership—navigating transitions and seeking impact that matters. Our conversation today touches on Threshold Moments, what it means to be a Companion for others and for ourselves, and how discernment serves us in telling our stories. Connect with Jennie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjenniesnyder/ Email: jennie@artiocc.com  Resources to support the journey of coming out: The Trevor Project: 24/7/365 support in the USTrevor Space: International Digital Support Community for LGBTQ+ young peopleBefrienders Worldwide: Find a helpline by CountryParents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays: PFLAG.orgSuicide Hotlines by CountryIt Gets Better Project:  The It Gets Better Project inspires people across the globe to share their stories and remind the next generation of LGBTQ+ youth that hope is out there, and it will get better.Human Rights Campaign Sage USA: Advocacy for LGBT Elders Matthew Shepard FoundationOut & Equal Workplace Advocates Support the show Make Life Less Difficult ~    Support: buymeacoffee.com/lisatilstra

    1hr 2min

  5. 26 FEB

    Donna Gandt: Transitions, Learning from Cancer, and Redefining Success

    My guest today is Donna Gandt. Donna  is the founder and lead coach at PSYCHĒ6, bringing over 30 years’ experience in leading people, projects, and change.  Today she shares pieces of her journey transitioning out of the corporate world into her work of leadership transformation, as well as her experience with breast cancer, and what it takes to redefine success. Donna has navigated professional growth and transitions over the course of her career, most recently in executive leadership of sales and client-facing teams in SaaS companies with C-level responsibility for P&L and sales growth objectives. Her professional experience includes transformation of a software company through partner channel programs, leading global system design and deployments, leading client facing teams, building a professional services team from scratch, and serving our country as a Lieutenant in the Navy’s Nuclear Power Program.  Donna is mom of two amazing humans, a loyal friend, a pet lover (one dog and two cats…don’t ask her which she likes best!). She's a reader, a hiker, a biker, a scuba diver, a mushroom forager, a skier, an enthusiastic lover of live music, a fanatical wanderer/traveler, and an avid beach walker. Connect with Donna: Donna's website: www.psyche6.com Connect on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnagandt/ Collaborations Donna is involved with:  www.hometoher.com www.theservantedge.com  Support the show Make Life Less Difficult ~    Support: buymeacoffee.com/lisatilstra

    59 min

  6. 20 FEB

    Béa Albina: Diving Deeper into Ending Emotional Outsourcing

    My guest today is Béa Victoria Albina. Béa is a returning guest and I'm so excited to share this second conversation with you where we dive deeper into her book, End Emotional Outsourcing: How to Overcome Your Codependent, Perfectionist, People-Pleasing Habits and Reclaim Your Life. You'll learn more about how to take care of yourself and truly love those around you in ways that will support healthy growth and relationships. Béa's website: https://beatrizalbina.com/ Béa's book: End Emotional Outsourcing: How to Overcome Your Codependent, Perfectionist, People-Pleasing Habits and Reclaim Your Life Support the show Make Life Less Difficult ~    Support: buymeacoffee.com/lisatilstra

    57 min

  7. 10 FEB

    Lisa Lewis Daniels: The Messy Middle & Lion Heart Society

    My guest today is Lisa Lewis Daniels. Lisa brings a unique blend of professional experience, academic achievement, and transformational coaching expertise to her work with individuals, couples, and families. After the birth of her son, Lisa, Founder and CEO of Lionheart Society, LLC faced the challenge of balancing a stable, loving home with her career ambitions. ​Despite countless hours researching resources, she found no tribe or tools that fully met her new reality. This frustration sparked her passion to support women, men, couples, and families in practical, sustainable ways. ​Coach Daniels is happily married to Mr. Daniels, affectionately known as “Babe,” and treasures her role as Mommy to their son. Their family thrives on the principle that individual pursuits are balanced with the collective welfare of the household unit, creating a stable and loving environment for everyone. ​Early in her journey, Coach Daniels coined the phrase “Heels, Hubby, and Highchair” to describe the integration of career, marriage, and parenthood. What began as a simple expression grew into a foundation for her work on identity, leadership, and life transitions, which is the very foundation that now informs all of Lionheart Society’s coaching and programs. Learn more about Lisa and her work at: https://www.thelionheartsociety.com/ Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisalewisdaniels/ Support the show Make Life Less Difficult ~    Support: buymeacoffee.com/lisatilstra

    1hr 8min

  8. 5 FEB

    Jessica Vogt: Coming Home to Yourself

    My guest today is Jessica Vogt. Jess is a holistic leadership development coach who supports people with a foot in many worlds -- culturally, professionally, or personally. Jess is a returning guest and I highly recommend listening to our first conversation on Episode 233 where she shared pieces of her story growing up as a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults). Today Jess shares more about her passion for coming home to ourselves.  Finding who we really are, leading from this place of who we really are.  It's so much easier said than done. Jess has a new program, Lead As You Are (LAYA).   The program helps people who’ve lived between cultures or identities reconnect with their voice, confidence, and sense of direction — so they can lead their lives more authentically and feel at home in themselves. Jessica is currently having conversations with people who are curious to learn more about her and Lead As You Are, and to see whether it could be a fit. You can either reach her directly at jessica@talpaco.com, check out her website:  www.talpaco.com, or book a discovery call.  Support the show Make Life Less Difficult ~    Support: buymeacoffee.com/lisatilstra

    1hr 11min
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"What do we live for, if not to make life less difficult for each other?" - mary anne evansThis quote summarizes my life purpose. Life isn't easy. It's complex, filled with the unexpected, and sometimes really hard. While life is full of challenges, I believe there are myriad things we can do to help make life less difficult for each other.On this podcast we'll share stories, struggles, and successes that help us know we're not alone. And knowing we're not alone is one way to make life less difficult.

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  • Creator
    Lisa Tilstra
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    271
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Make Life Less Difficult
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    Make Life Less Difficult

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