COFFEE WITH NICOA: Creating A LIFE BY DESIGN.

NICOA DUNNE, COACH
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COFFEE WITH NICOA: Creating A LIFE BY DESIGN.

HEY Y'ALL - WE ARE CURRENTLY SEEKING SPONSORS - CONTACT NICOAGrab your coffee and join me! Nothing is more interesting to me than having a caffeinated conversation about life! I’ve been "coffee talking" to you for years on Instagram, yet that connection hasn't been at the level I crave. Enter the Coffee With Nicoa Podcast! I'll be talking to people who have courageously chosen to walk their own paths and create their Lives by Design. I hope it will inspire you to find your own True North and do the same! 

  1. S2 EP32: ANIKA PAVEL, Encounter With The Future

    NOV 6

    S2 EP32: ANIKA PAVEL, Encounter With The Future

    Annika Pavel, originally from Czechoslovakia, shares her extraordinary life journey with Nicoa. Starting as a refugee in England, she became a model and, wait for it, a JAMES Bond girl. Annika, now a grandmother, has written a book of personal essays and children's stories called ENCOUNTER WITH THE FUTURE. She emphasized the importance of travel and education, influenced by her mother. Annika's brother, a BBC and Voice of America journalist, faced perilous situations but continued his work. A...

    56 min
  2. Espresso Shot 34: STOP BEING YOUR BEST SELF

    NOV 4

    Espresso Shot 34: STOP BEING YOUR BEST SELF

    Welcome to your weekly espresso shot y'all! Nicoa shares a dream where she was receiving rather than giving, symbolizing a shift in her life. A voice in her dream advised her to "Stop trying to be your best self," leading her to reflect on the need to relax and enjoy the moment. Nicoa acknowledges her tendency to be a caregiver and a by default leader, often at the expense of relaxation in her Life By Design. She encourages listeners to find more contentment and satisfaction in life, realize ...

    7 min
  3. Espresso Shot 33: Good Enough Is Good Enough

    OCT 28

    Espresso Shot 33: Good Enough Is Good Enough

    Good Enough depends on the goal, not you! Nicoa encourages letting go of unrealistic standards and embracing the idea that "good enough" is sufficient. You are sufficient! Nicoa shares a personal story about her children, reflecting on the need to provide an abundance of food and realizing it was more about her own insecurities than their needs. She concludes that remembering what matters most! being present and connecting with loved ones? Or making it perfect? LIFE BY DESIGN! Journaling prom...

    8 min
  4. S2 EP31: RG SHORE, THE OCEAN IN ME

    OCT 23

    S2 EP31: RG SHORE, THE OCEAN IN ME

    NICOA and RG SHORE, author of the award winning memoir THE OCEAN INSIDE ME, engaged in a profound dialogue about the importance of recognizing and transcending labels, connecting the head and heart through meditation, and transforming personal energy to create positive change in the world. Through their conversations, they explore the themes of identity, injustice, and the true nature of reality, emphasizing the importance of empathy and open dialogue in addressing these complex issues while ...

    59 min
  5. Espresso Shot 32: The Head And The Heart, no, not the band

    OCT 14

    Espresso Shot 32: The Head And The Heart, no, not the band

    Ready to talk about the importance of integrating the head and heart? Nicoa emphasizes the need to observe thoughts, feel into them, and consider new perspectives. She shares a personal story about a fender bender caused by distraction, illustrating how initial self-criticism can be replaced with compassion and understanding. A Life By Design Practice is to balance moments like these by coming back to the body, the heart of the matter, placing a hand on their heart taking deep breaths a...

    7 min
  6. S2 EP30: WILLIAM STADLER

    OCT 9

    S2 EP30: WILLIAM STADLER

    Nicoa interviews her Favorite Barista! (shhhhh don't tell the others!) Nicoa and William Stadler discuss William's diverse career journey, including his time as a Starbuck's barista, his HR roles at Red Hat and Google, and his passion for science fiction writing. William shares his struggles with mental health and how therapy and writing helped him step into his LIFE BY DESIGN. He emphasizes the importance of creativity, tenacity, and not letting others change who you are. William's LIFE BY D...

    1h 9m
  7. Espresso Shot 31: YOUR STORY, YOUR ENDING

    SEP 30

    Espresso Shot 31: YOUR STORY, YOUR ENDING

    Hey, IT IS YOUR LIFE BY DESIGN! Nicoa emphasizes the importance of self-authorship in reframing your life story. Learn to reflect on their current narrative, identify areas for improvement, and rewrite your story daily! By taking an active response to life's challenges, YOU can transform and create a LIFE BY DESIGN, the kind of life you don't need a vacation from!SOME LBD JOURNALING PROMPTS: Write TWO stories: one with facts, one with meaning and judgment. See the difference? You did th...

    8 min
  8. S2 EP29: MARK BEAGAN

    SEP 25

    S2 EP29: MARK BEAGAN

    Nicoa and Mark Beagan discuss their profound career intersection and journeys around personal growth. Mark, a 20+ year HR executive, shares his transition from a corporate life to founding Beama Coaching and Consulting while navigating professional and personal challenges and self insight. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, emotional well-being, and living by a North Star of values like love, acceptance, and peace. A LIFE BY DESIGN journey worth hearing!WHAT DID YOU THINK? TEXT M...

    1h 4m
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HEY Y'ALL - WE ARE CURRENTLY SEEKING SPONSORS - CONTACT NICOAGrab your coffee and join me! Nothing is more interesting to me than having a caffeinated conversation about life! I’ve been "coffee talking" to you for years on Instagram, yet that connection hasn't been at the level I crave. Enter the Coffee With Nicoa Podcast! I'll be talking to people who have courageously chosen to walk their own paths and create their Lives by Design. I hope it will inspire you to find your own True North and do the same! 

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