Conversations with Jules & Ang

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Welcome to the Conversations with Jules & Ang Podcast. We are your hosts, Julie Smith and Angela Bleecher. Two women with different journeys, but both pushed by pain onto our individual paths of healing and becoming our true selves. Each week you are going to hear from us as we discuss all the topics about this wild ride called life. We will dive into what has and continues to help us heal, we will bring you the people who have inspired us, and we will give actionable strategies to help guide you to your true self. We hope you learn a thing or two, laugh with us along the way!

  1. 4d ago

    Anchored In Faith: Persevering And Finding Purpose Through Life’s Ups And Downs With Restaurant Owners Cori and Cami Breen

    On today's episode, we are joined by Cori and Cami Breen, two women who have been building something together their whole lives. Cori and Cami are sisters, daughters, moms, entrepreneurs and their story starts before either of them was born. Their parents opened their first restaurant in 1981 alongside their grandma, Stefanina. From grade school on, they were making lasagna, bussing tables, and learning what it means to work hard and love people well. When their parents retired in 2018 they took a leap of faith and kept the family legacy alive. That’s where The Grotto Grill, their restaurant, was born. Together they are proof that faith, family, and work ethic are a foundation you can build anything on even when life throws you curveballs. Tune in to hear: Cori and Cami share their family’s legacy in the restaurant business which led them to opening The Grotto Grill in 2019 They dive into the trials and tribulations of opening and operating a restaurant learning what perseverance truly looks like  Through all the unexpected twists and turns, they are proof that the power of community and faith can get you through anything  Cori and Cami embody what it means to walk in faith and show us that when we stay anchored in faith our purpose will continue to unfold We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you. Love, Jules & Ang

    56 min

  2. Jun 16

    What If You Are The Answer To Someone Else’s Prayers

    On today’s episode, we discuss the truth that in every interaction, no matter how small, we are shaping each other’s experience. And sometimes, without even realizing it, we become the answer to someone else’s prayers. Tune in to hear: Angela shares how a recent experience reminded her that we are constantly impacting each other and how our interactions, big and small, can change the trajectory of someone’s life Julie provides examples of why it is important to show up each day and follow what you are called to do because in each moment you may be answering what someone was praying for  We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you. Love, Jules & Ang

    11 min

  3. Jun 9

    The Discomfort of Growth: Understanding What Expansion Actually Feels Like

    On today’s episode, we discuss what growth actually feels like and how discomfort is not only part of the process, it is proof that you are evolving. Tune in to hear: Angela describes the overwhelm, discomfort, and doubts she experienced transitioning to her new job which at the end of the day were all indicators of growth and expansion Julie dives into the difference between the discomfort and fear that comes with expansion and the discomfort and fear that comes from danger Our brains crave the familiar, but in order to grow, we must push through the discomfort in order to continue to expand and evolve We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you. Love, Jules & Ang

    18 min

  4. Jun 2

    Embody The Life You Keep Asking For: The Shift From Wanting to Being

    On today’s episode, we discuss bridging the gap between saying what we want to actually living it. In order to have a life in alignment with our desires, we have to become the person who has the capacity to live it out. Tune in to hear: Julie takes us through her own evolution of having a clear vision for her purpose and work to then becoming the person who has the depth and capacity to live out that vision Julie shares client stories of bridging the gap between declaring a goal and actually living out the actions it takes to achieve that goal   Angela shares a recent moment where she became aware that she is living the life she dreamt of which caused her to reflect on all the work she has done over the last 7 years to get to this place Angela discusses a prompt that made her evaluate where she is putting her time and energy in order to prioritize building the life she wants We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you. Love, Jules & Ang

    23 min

  5. May 26

    Remembering To Enjoy Life When Things Are Good

    On today’s episode, we discuss being intentional about enjoying the sweet moments of life as there will always be highs and lows and it all goes by so fast. Tune in to hear: Angela talks about how she has found herself searching for things to improve on in life instead of allowing herself to fully be present and enjoy this current season of her life Angela shares a reflection she has been using to bring her back to the present moment instantly filling her with gratitude  Julie opens up about how grief and understanding the reality of how fast life is has impacted her ability to enjoy each moment in life Julie talks about how both her mom and her daughter are constant anchors for her, bringing her back to the present encouraging her to enjoy her life. We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you. Love, Jules & Ang

    12 min

  6. May 19

    Advice to Combat Imposter Syndrome

    On today’s episode, we are normalizing the experience of imposter syndrome and giving some advice that has helped us along the way. Tune in to hear: Angela shares advice her dad gave her in childhood that is helping her navigate a recent experience of imposter syndrome Julie describes the step by step process she uses to navigate periods of imposter syndrome and reminds us all that these feelings are a sign of growth We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you. Love, Jules & Ang

    11 min

  7. May 12

    You Don’t Have to Overhaul Your Life: How Simple Changes Can Have Big Impacts

    On today’s episode, we discuss how sometimes the biggest transformations in your life don’t come from a massive overhaul but rather from one small, intentional change. Tune in to hear: Angela shares that impact that eating breakfast has had on her life demonstrating how one simple change can alter the trajectory of your life Julie shares real life examples of how one small change done consistently can redirect your path and improve your health and life  In a world that tells us to go all in, do more, and push harder, it’s easy to overlook the quiet power of subtle shifts We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you. Love, Jules & Ang

    21 min

  8. May 5

    Regulate Then Respond: The Power of Making Choices When You are Emotionally Regulated

    On today’s episode, we discuss the value in learning how to regulate your emotions before making choices in order to build the life you want and not just wish for it. Tune in to hear: Angela shares how she started gaining awareness of certain urges that would come over her when she was emotionally dysregulated which lead her to being using the mantra “regulate then respond”  Angela discusses how she has been building her capacity to feel uncomfortable emotions and creating the space to respond from a place of intention not autopilot  Julie takes us through the step by step process she uses to regulate her emotional state by interrupting the urge, identifying the actual need, and implementing strategies to calm the nervous system Julie highlights how creating space to regulate ultimately gives you the power to respond how you want to and not just react We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you. Love, Jules & Ang

    24 min
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Welcome to the Conversations with Jules & Ang Podcast. We are your hosts, Julie Smith and Angela Bleecher. Two women with different journeys, but both pushed by pain onto our individual paths of healing and becoming our true selves. Each week you are going to hear from us as we discuss all the topics about this wild ride called life. We will dive into what has and continues to help us heal, we will bring you the people who have inspired us, and we will give actionable strategies to help guide you to your true self. We hope you learn a thing or two, laugh with us along the way!

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