Wisdom Stripes with Meg Tuohey

Meg Tuohey

Wisdom Stripes with Meg Tuohey: Transforming Relationships, Empowering Leadership Hosted by relationship expert and coach Meg Tuohey, Wisdom Stripes is where transformative insights meet actionable wisdom. Meg has dedicated her career to helping women reignite their relationships, build stronger families, and step boldly into leadership roles in their lives. By translating complex emotions and experiences into a clear, teachable framework, she empowers others with practical tools to navigate life’s most challenging moments. Each episode of Wisdom Stripes features unfiltered conversations with some of the world’s most insightful thought leaders, experts, and seekers. Together, they dive into the unique “stripes” of wisdom—those defining moments that shape us. From navigating personal and professional challenges to uncovering deep emotional truths, these interviews are packed with tangible takeaways, real-life stories, and actionable steps you can immediately apply to your own journey. Meg’s approach draws out the most profound lessons by asking her guests key questions like: What pivotal moments caused the most confusion and pain in your life? What lessons have you gained through those experiences that you wouldn’t have learned otherwise? What do you want others to understand to help them avoid the ‘long way round’? Listeners will explore different categories of wisdom—whether experiential, intellectual, emotional, practical, or spiritual—delving into the stories that shape personal growth and transformation. Meg wraps each conversation into a practical framework, teaching the key lessons learned and how to apply them to everyday life. Tune in every Thursday to discover how these wisdom stripes weave together to form the rich tapestry of life. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, a new perspective, or powerful strategies for personal growth, Wisdom Stripes is your go-to source for heartfelt, impactful insights.

  1. 4D AGO

    66. What Consciousness Really Is and Why It Changes How You Live | Grant Goulet

    What if nothing about your life has ever been wasted, not the pain, not the confusion, not the struggle? In this episode, Meg sits down with Zen practitioner and former biomedical engineer Grant Goulet to explore consciousness, inner knowing, suffering, death, and the quiet intelligence guiding us beneath thought. This conversation invites listeners to soften certainty, expand curiosity, and reconsider what it actually means to live in alignment, not with rules or outcomes, but with values that emerge from stillness. 🔔 FREE LIVE VIRTUAL EVENTJanuary 20 at 7 PM ESTThe 3 Lies Women Tell Themselves to Keep the PeaceAnd Why They Don’t Work in 2026 Register for FREE:https://megantuohey.com/the-3-lies-women-tell-themselves-to-keep-the-peace/ ⏱️ Episode Chapters00:00 – Nothing is ever lost02:26 – The pathless path05:03 – Metaphysics, clarified06:01 – Consciousness explained10:21 – Inner knowing vs conditioning16:02 – Collective consciousness20:27 – Meaning, death, and experience23:25 – Struggle as flourishing29:33 – Pain vs suffering33:22 – Curiosity as medicine35:48 – Death as return45:14 – Meditation demystified54:49 – Compassion at the core57:05 – Living by curiosity 🌐 Connect with Grant GouletWebsite: https://www.path-less.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mountaincloudzencenter 🌐 Connect with Meg TuoheyHeartPrint: https://megantuohey.comThe Wisdom Lab: https://bit.ly/4eI8S7NInstagram: https://bit.ly/4f6B0AW Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Yp2vjPSpotify: https://spoti.fi/4f8xTsj

    1 hr
  2. JAN 8

    65. Why Staying Takes More Courage Than Quitting [Part 2] | Andrew Cartwright

    In Part 2 of this two-part conversation, Meg Tuohey continues her dialogue with entrepreneur and investor Andrew Cartwright, exploring what sustains success beyond achievement. This episode goes deeper into truth vs authority, discernment in chaos, commitment, endurance, and love as a lived experience (not a rulebook). 🔔 FREE LIVE VIRTUAL EVENT January 20 at 7 PM EST The 3 Lies Women Tell Themselves to Keep the Peace And Why They Don’t Work in 2026 Register for FREE: https://megantuohey.com/the-3-lies-women-tell-themselves-to-keep-the-peace/ ⏱️ Episode Chapters 00:00 – Part 2 intro + recap 01:16 – “I don’t quit” and finding a way 02:02 – Truth vs authority 02:20 – Media, chaos, and why “truth” gets buried 03:24 – Decentralization, trust, and systems 08:44 – Dragon Ridge and building from intuition 10:44 – Ironman, endurance, fear, jellyfish, and sharks 14:56 – Free live roundtable invitation 24:40 – Next frontier: applying “love” to every area of life 25:08 – Experience of love vs the concept/rules of love 29:44 – Commitment, integrity, and “treason” in relationships 33:51 – The Gottman Institute and the pillars of trust 44:31 – Thoughts, emotions, and personal evolution 45:51 – Closing remarks + where to connect 🌐 Connect with Andrew Cartwright Website: https://www.andrewcartwright.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewxcartwright 🌐 Connect with Meg Tuohey HeartPrint: https://megantuohey.com The Wisdom Lab: https://bit.ly/4eI8S7N Instagram: https://bit.ly/4f6B0AW Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Yp2vjP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4f8xTsj

    47 min
  3. JAN 1

    64. The Decision That Made Quitting Impossible [Part 1] | Andrew Cartwright

    In this New Year’s Day episode of Wisdom Stripes, Meg Tuohey shares Part 1 of a deep, expansive conversation with entrepreneur and investor Andrew Cartwright. Andrew’s journey includes building and selling dozens of companies, losing over $100 million, rebuilding from massive debt, and developing a grounded, reflective approach to success and leadership. In Part 1, Meg and Andrew explore identity, resilience, self-awareness, leadership blind spots, faith, and the internal decisions that shape a life. This episode ends at a defining moment... the story that explains why Andrew never quit. 📌 Upcoming Free Live Event Meg is hosting a free live roundtable on January 20 at 7 PM EST called: The 3 Lies Women Tell Themselves to Keep the Peace (And Why They Don’t Work in 2026) To pre-register and be the first to receive the link, email media@mrwlife.com with the word CLARITY in the subject line. ⏰ EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 – Welcome and episode context 03:20 – Andrew Cartwright’s background 05:40 – Leaning into possibility 13:40 – Observing thoughts and identity 18:30 – The “state of zero” 24:10 – Blind spots and leadership shadows 31:45 – Business as personal development 36:50 – Losing everything and rebuilding 46:55 – Being cut off at 12 49:40 – Ego, success, and identity 54:20 – The breakthrough moment 59:20 – Failure, quitting, and resolve 1:00:04 – End of Part 1 🔗 CONNECT WITH Andrew Cartwright Instagram: @andrewxcartwright Website: capitalvelocity.com 🌿 CONNECT WITH MEG TUOHEY Instagram: https://bit.ly/4f6B0AW Website: https://bit.ly/3NtUF24 The Wisdom Lab: https://bit.ly/4eI8S7N

    1h 2m
  4. 12/25/2025

    63. How Faith and Discipline Shape Success | Nicholas Sakha

    In this episode of Wisdom Stripes, Meg Tuohey welcomes entrepreneur and insurance agency owner Nicholas Sakha for a thoughtful conversation about faith, discipline, responsibility, and the inner practices that shape sustainable success. Nicholas shares his upbringing in a large family, the responsibility he carried early in life, and how faith and structure guided him through seasons of uncertainty. Together, Meg and Nicholas explore balance, parenting, intuition, prayer, and what it means to take the first step when you don’t yet see the whole path. 📕 HeartPrint Holiday Bundle Pre-order HeartPrint by Meg Tuohey and receive exclusive holiday bonuses. 👉 https://megantuohey.com/megan-book-heart-print/ ⏰ EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 – Faith as a foundation 01:52 – Episode introduction 02:07 – Nicholas’s journey 03:18 – Writing things down 04:22 – Growing up with less 06:05 – Early responsibility 08:46 – Family dynamics 12:10 – Self-development 14:34 – Gratitude and answered prayers 16:20 – Calling and service 21:03 – Fatherhood and balance 23:11 – Business growth and creativity 29:11 – Navigating hard seasons 33:44 – Strategy and journaling 35:05 – Relationships and alignment 40:42 – Ownership after failure 48:32 – Final wisdom 49:05 – Breaking point and prayer 52:09 – Faith beyond religion 56:03 – Back against the wall 56:39 – Take the first step 57:03 – Closing reflections

    58 min
  5. 62. The Hidden Cost of Hustle Culture I Demario McCowan

    12/18/2025

    62. The Hidden Cost of Hustle Culture I Demario McCowan

    In this episode of Wisdom Stripes, Meg Tuohey welcomes entrepreneur and funding expert Demario McCowan for a powerful conversation about hustle culture, survival mode, and what happens when success stops feeling fulfilling. Demario shares how reaching financial milestones left him feeling empty, how fatherhood shifted his priorities, and why sustainable success requires patience, structure, and a willingness to move beyond survival thinking. Together, Meg and Demario explore entrepreneurship, fulfillment, intuition, and the courage to trust yourself when you’re standing at a crossroads. ⏰ EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 – Making money and feeling empty 01:56 – Episode introduction 03:26 – Hustle culture and long-term damage 05:12 – Patience as the antidote 07:32 – Social media and distorted reality 11:23 – Hustle vs presence 13:03 – Parenting and modeling being 15:44 – Leaving survival mode 20:21 – Financial milestones and emptiness 22:36 – Outgrowing old strategies 28:00 – The labyrinth metaphor 33:40 – Turns vs dead ends 45:43 – Navigating uncertainty 49:27 – Choosing intuition 52:28 – Redefining fulfillment 59:38 – Stewardship beyond money 01:01:22 – Final wisdom 01:02:01 – Taking the bet on yourself 📕 HeartPrint Holiday Bundle Pre-order Meg Tuohey’s new book HeartPrint and receive exclusive holiday bonuses. 👉 https://megantuohey.com/megan-book-heart-print/ ✨ Learn more about Meg: https://bit.ly/3NtUF24 🎓 The Wisdom Lab: https://bit.ly/4eI8S7N

    1h 4m
  6. 12/11/2025

    61. How To Handle The Holidays With Self-Compassion | Coach Moe Poole & Paula Rao

    How do you move through the holidays with more compassion, grounding, and self-awareness? In this special episode of Wisdom Stripes, I’m joined by Coach Moe Poole and Paula Rao, LPC to explore why the holidays are so emotionally intense... and how to support yourself when stress, expectations, family patterns, or grief begin to take over. We talk about: • Why holiday pressure activates old patterns • Emotional labor, comparison, and “hallmark expectations” • Boundaries without guilt • What to do when you feel overwhelmed or “flip your lid” • Grieving loved ones or lost seasons of life • How to return to your growth instead of falling into old roles • Reconnecting with what actually makes the holidays meaningful This conversation will support anyone feeling stretched thin, triggered, depleted, or unsure how to stay grounded in a busy, emotionally loaded season. ✨ HeartPrint Holiday Bundle Bonuses Preorder HeartPrint and receive: 5 Weeks of Wisdom — journal prompts Early access to Chapter One Wise Woman Antidotes to the Inner Critic Claim your bundle: https://megantuohey.com/megan-book-heart-print/ Connect with Today’s Guests Coach Moe Poole — Transformational Mindset & Energy Coach Facebook: facebook.com/moe.poole.9 Instagram: instagram.com/theecoach.moe Paula Rao, LPC — Therapist & Trauma Specialist Website: https://westhoustoncounseling.com/paula-rao/ Connect with Meg Tuohey Instagram: https://bit.ly/4f6B0AW Facebook: https://bit.ly/3BILKXU TikTok: https://bit.ly/4f7M8he LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hbXJOb Learn more: https://bit.ly/3NtUF24 The Wisdom Lab: https://bit.ly/4eI8S7N Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/3Yp2vjP Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4f8xTsj ⏰ Timestamps (Chapters) 00:00 — HeartPrint Holiday Bundle 01:19 — Why the holidays feel intense 02:31 — Introducing Coach Moe & Paula 04:52 — Expectations & emotional pressure 07:29 — Fear, obligation & guilt 09:05 — Emotional load of being “the leader” 10:39 — Seasonal shifts & lowered capacity 12:48 — Protecting your growth 14:21 — Boundaries & planning ahead 16:21 — Staying present & regulated 17:29 — Old patterns resurfacing 20:24 — Reconnecting with values 22:18 — Emotional tipping point 24:24 — What to do when you flip your lid 27:34 — Processing without harming relationships 31:10 — Regulation tools 33:42 — “Honor the occasion” mindset 34:49 — Navigating grief 39:01 — The grief “software update” 43:05 — Accepting the gap between hope & reality 47:43 — Making holidays meaningful again 51:14 — The “yeah, but…” inner narrative 53:04 — Creating 10 minutes of joy 57:24 — HeartPrint philosophy 1:00:10 — Becoming your future self 1:03:11 — Closing & gratitude 🚨 DISCLAIMER The Wisdom Stripes podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health or medical advice.

    1h 4m
  7. 60. Parker Patterson: What We Learn About Life by Being Close to Death

    12/04/2025

    60. Parker Patterson: What We Learn About Life by Being Close to Death

    Are we truly making the most of the days we’re given? In this episode, I sit down with Parker Patterson, entrepreneur, caregiver, and co-owner of Silverleaf Elder Care, to explore the profound wisdom that comes from serving people at the end of their lives. We talk about: 💛 The reality of aging in America 🏠 How boutique-style elder care preserves dignity and belonging 🧠 Memory care, emotional needs, and the importance of continuity 🌿 What peaceful death looks like, and what regretful death teaches us 👨‍👩‍👧 How Parker’s upbringing in a family of 12 (with 7 special needs siblings) shaped his worldview 🔥 Leadership, purpose, and building a mission-driven life 💫 Preparing for death, legacy, and living intentionally before it’s too late If you’re curious about life, meaning, purpose, aging, death, or how to build a legacy you’re proud of, this conversation will move you deeply. Connect with Parker Patterson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theparkerpatterson Website: https://www.silverleafeldercare.com About Meg Tuohey 📕 HeartPrint by Megan Tuohey is now available for pre-order!https://bit.ly/4qTGXbc ✨ Meg Tuohey is a renowned expert in relationships, leadership, and personal growth. Learn more about her mission and how she is changing lives here: https://bit.ly/3NtUF24 🎓 Shatter emotional barriers and reclaim your power with The Wisdom Lab—designed for women seeking profound breakthroughs in personal growth and emotional healing: https://bit.ly/4eI8S7N 📰 Learn more about Wisdom Stripes here: https://bit.ly/3U9V5OZ 📺 Watch “Wisdom Stripes” every Thursday at 5 AM EST on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3BO3Mbk Connect with Meg Tuohey Instagram: https://bit.ly/4f6B0AW Facebook: https://bit.ly/3BILKXU TikTok: https://bit.ly/4f7M8he LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hbXJOb 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Yp2vjP 🎙️ Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4f8xTsj ⏰ Timestamps (Chapters) 00:00 – The beauty of multigenerational care 00:33 – Welcome to Wisdom Stripes 00:47 – Meet Parker Patterson 01:01 – Parker’s upbringing & family of 12 03:12 – How adoption shaped his worldview 09:04 – The state of elder care in America 10:23 – Why Parker built boutique-style communities 11:44 – Eastern vs Western aging philosophies 13:18 – Creating a home-like environment 14:14 – Launching home care to help seniors age in place 16:03 – Blending family values into elder care 17:26 – Supporting caregivers through grief 23:06 – Leadership with heart: co-leading with his wife 25:07 – The sacred difficulty of end-of-life care 27:44 – Wisdom from witnessing death 32:10 – The “door between worlds”: birth & death 33:11 – Signs of peaceful transition 35:24 – The beauty of crossing over 36:05 – Parker’s vision for life, purpose & legacy 40:00 – The hardest thing Parker is working on 42:01 – Overcoming shiny object syndrome 46:02 – How his wife keeps him grounded 48:56 – Parker’s final wisdom 49:21 – Preparing for death responsibly 54:00 – Where to find Parker & closing remarks 🚨 DISCLAIMER The Wisdom Stripes podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The host, Meg Tuohey, shares personal stories, experiences, and knowledge aimed at helping listeners gain new insights for personal growth. However, the content is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not use the information as a replacement for consultations with qualified mental health, medical, or other professionals. If you are seeking professional help, please consult with a licensed specialist.

    56 min
  8. 59. Gina Burt: Why Your Soulmate Might Not Be Who You Think

    11/27/2025

    59. Gina Burt: Why Your Soulmate Might Not Be Who You Think

    Your unexpressed rage is slowly poisoning your body, your relationships, and your life, and neither stuffing it down nor dumping it on others will ever set you free. Gina Burt, a personal development coach who broke bats and chairs during her own rage release therapy, has become one of the most-sought-after guides for people ready to finally move through their deepest anger without destroying themselves or those they love. What if the emotion you’ve been most afraid of becomes your doorway to freedom? ✨ The HeartPrint by Megan Tuohey is now available for pre-order! https://bit.ly/4prmTf5 📕Meg Tuohey is a renown expert in relationships, leadership and personal growth. Learn more about her mission and how she is changing lives here: https://bit.ly/3NtUF24 🎓Shatter emotional barriers and reclaim your power with The Wisdom Lab, designed for women seeking profound breakthroughs in personal growth and emotional healing.: https://bit.ly/4eI8S7N 📰 For more information on Wisdom Stripes with Meg Tuohey visit: https://bit.ly/3U9V5OZ 📺Watch the  "Wisdom Stripes" podcast every Thursday at 5AM EST on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3BO3Mbk 📱Connect with Meg Tuohey Instagram: https://bit.ly/4f6B0AW Facebook: https://bit.ly/3BILKXU TikTok: https://bit.ly/4f7M8he LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hbXJOb 🎙️Download “Wisdom Stripes” podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Yp2vjP 🎙️Download “Wisdom Stripes” podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4f8xTsj ⏰Timestamps 00:00 Intro of Show 01:45 Wisdom from Gina Burt 02:45 Overcoming Severe Pain: Gina’s Healing Journey 10:18 Discovering A Person’s Story  17:05 Where to Find Gina Burt? (Without Digital Media Presence) 19:21 Gina Burt’s Mission 23:09 Most Common Secrets of People 25:59 Recognising Patterns of Chaos (and Its Consequences) 30:27 Having a Relationship with the “Isness” (Inner Knowing) 34:03 People Always Have a Choice 40:29 Rage Release Process 46:45 What Happens After Rage Release and Healing? 49:44 Wisdom as the Knowingness 52:46 Wisdom on Grief and Guilt 59:26 Perspective on Death 1:01:14 Life Mates vs. Soul Mates 1:05:35 Gina’s Next Frontier 1:07:52 Last Piece of Wisdom from Gina 🚨DISCLAIMER: The Wisdom Stripes podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The host Meg Tuohey shares personal stories, experiences, and knowledge aimed at helping listeners gain new insights for personal growth. However, the content is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not use the information as a replacement for consultations with qualified mental health, medical, or other professionals. If you are seeking professional help, please consult with a licensed specialist.

    1h 12m
4.9
out of 5
44 Ratings

About

Wisdom Stripes with Meg Tuohey: Transforming Relationships, Empowering Leadership Hosted by relationship expert and coach Meg Tuohey, Wisdom Stripes is where transformative insights meet actionable wisdom. Meg has dedicated her career to helping women reignite their relationships, build stronger families, and step boldly into leadership roles in their lives. By translating complex emotions and experiences into a clear, teachable framework, she empowers others with practical tools to navigate life’s most challenging moments. Each episode of Wisdom Stripes features unfiltered conversations with some of the world’s most insightful thought leaders, experts, and seekers. Together, they dive into the unique “stripes” of wisdom—those defining moments that shape us. From navigating personal and professional challenges to uncovering deep emotional truths, these interviews are packed with tangible takeaways, real-life stories, and actionable steps you can immediately apply to your own journey. Meg’s approach draws out the most profound lessons by asking her guests key questions like: What pivotal moments caused the most confusion and pain in your life? What lessons have you gained through those experiences that you wouldn’t have learned otherwise? What do you want others to understand to help them avoid the ‘long way round’? Listeners will explore different categories of wisdom—whether experiential, intellectual, emotional, practical, or spiritual—delving into the stories that shape personal growth and transformation. Meg wraps each conversation into a practical framework, teaching the key lessons learned and how to apply them to everyday life. Tune in every Thursday to discover how these wisdom stripes weave together to form the rich tapestry of life. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, a new perspective, or powerful strategies for personal growth, Wisdom Stripes is your go-to source for heartfelt, impactful insights.

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