Off The Comma

Paul Briley
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You’re stuck, I get it. I’ve been there too. I call it “sitting on a comma”. We all know what it’s like to feel stuck in life and not know where to go next. This podcast is all about what it’s like to be on the comma, as shared by individuals just like ourselves. We will explore what they experienced, what they learned and how they got themselves off the comma. See more at YouTube @offthecomma! Are you sitting on a comma? Work 1:1 with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Book a 1-session coaching call and see what getting off your comma can look like! https://www.offthecomma.com/programs

  1. #125 Setting Clear Outcomes for Her Art with Luna Westish

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    #125 Setting Clear Outcomes for Her Art with Luna Westish

    In this episode, we talk to Luna Westish. She describes herself as curious, contemplative, and adventurous. Luna lives in the United States.  Luna tells us about sitting on a comma with deciding how she wanted to publish her next book. While facing challenges with attention, Luna worked to get clear on what outcomes she wanted for her book and the process she wanted to use to complete the work needed to get there. Along the way, she had to evaluate her expectations and set realistic goals, ultimately deciding how she wanted to see her book come to life in the world. Tune in to hear what Luna means when she says “I want to see people holding my book”.  You can find Luna on: Website:  www.lunawestish.wordpress.com  Instagram:  www.instagram.com/lunawestish  TikTok:  www.tiktok.com/@lunawestish  Bookshop:  https://bookshop.org/a/115025/9798986371665  Luna would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to them and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages: The query sites Luna mentioned in her interview are (corrected): Query Tracker  https://querytracker.net qtCritique  https://qtcritique.com Mutual Aid organizations, such as Tacoma Mutual Aid Collective  https://mutualaiddisasterrelief.org/co-conspirators/tacoma-mutual-aid-collective/  Mutual Aid Disaster Relief is a grassroots disaster relief network based on the principles of solidarity, mutual aid, and autonomous direct action. #querying #publishingprocess #formattingnotintuitive #attention #impostersyndrome #productivitytime #setyouroutcome #protectyourprocess #soulsearching #learnaboutmyself #readingasatool #writingasamirror #realisticexpectations #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma  Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/  Come Alive. Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/  Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma  While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/    Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

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  2. #124 From Public Housing to Public Advocacy with Toni Akin

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    #124 From Public Housing to Public Advocacy with Toni Akin

    In this episode, we talk to Toni Akin. She describes herself as kind, hard-working and community-focused. Toni lives in the United States.  Toni tells us about being born on a comma. Growing up as LGBTQ in a housing project, Toni’s life was shaped by challenges and stigmatization. Navigating the difficulties of this early life, she looked to her community to shape and support her. Family and coaches, followed later by employers and organizations, all played a role in helping her work toward the better life she envisioned for herself. As an adult, she found herself passionately advocating for others who face similar life challenges that she did. Tune in to hear what Toni means when she says “if you’re not at the table, you’re on the menu”.  You can find Toni on: Website:  www.toniakin.page.gd  Facebook:  @Toni Akin (Providence, RI) X:  X.com@toni_d_akin   Linkedin:  www LinkedIn.com/in/ToniDAkin   Toni would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages: My mom and dad for their impact on my life.  My late softball coach, Anthony, for checking in on me and seeing to my needs.  I want to honor my Italian grandmother for bestowing a $500 US Savings Bond with a handwritten note to "graduate high school and go to college.  I want to thank my partner of 26 years, Ali. I never thought I would find a love this earnest, here in the Capital City of Rhode Island, that I also fell in love with.  https://www.nenapvd.org The U.S. Army and the U.S. DOT respectively, for having faith in my capabilities as a young professional launching my career in public service.  TerraCorps  https://terracorps.org    The mission of TerraCorps is to prepare and mobilize emerging leaders to help communities conserve and steward land for people and nature. #community #advocacy #positiveinfluences #housingprojects #faceyourfears #bornonthecomma #betterlistener #weneedeachother #causesthatmatter #abetterlife #offthecomma #OfftheCommapodcast  Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/  Come Alive. Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/  Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma  While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/    Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

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  3. #123 Allowing Direction from God with John Rennie

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    #123 Allowing Direction from God with John Rennie

    In this episode, we talk to John Rennie. He describes himself as a leader who is empathetic and creates unity. John lives in the United States.  John tells us about sitting on a comma with a transition in his life; winding down a long-term business and propping up a new ministry. Strong in his faith, John tells us about the challenges of losing his identity as a business owner and learning to submit himself to God to guide his new path and purpose. Along the way, he finds that harmony means carrying his cross with him as he seeks to help others with carrying their own. Tune in to hear what John means when he says “I had to put aside expectations, which goes against my learned behavior”.  You can find John on: Website:  https://www.brushfires-digital.com  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/brushfires.ministry/  Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-j-rennie/  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/430555434394373  YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@BrushFiresMinistry   John would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to him and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages: My wife Buffy   Mike & Tina Green   Kearsy & Colton Hoffman  https://kearsyhoffman.com #understandingbeliefs #purposethroughministry #obedientsubmission #harmonywithGod #Iwasdrained #setasideexpectations #losingidentity #falsebeliefs #awareness #fruitofthespirit #burdenofthechurch #pickupyourcross #slowdownandwalk #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/  Come Alive. Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/  Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma  While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/    Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

    59 мин.

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    #122 From Service to Purpose After Quitting Drinking with Polly Lovell

    In this episode, we talk to Polly Lovell. She describes herself as empathetic, insightful, and driven. Polly lives in the United Kingdom.  Polly tells us about sitting on two commas that were connected. Polly describes setting down alcohol while going through a stressful divorce; needing to have clarity while going through the process. However, after claiming her freedom, she found herself returning to alcohol as a means to cope with job pressures, the pandemic and life! What she discovered was a health scare, a role model and a plan to help her reclaim her freedom again. Tune in to hear what Polly means when she says “I learned that I have exceptional strength”.  You can find Polly on: Website:  https://www.sobercoachpolly.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/share/1ZByMkNa7p/?mibextid=wwXIfr Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sobercoachpolly?igsh=MWU0em9zaTlzczdrNg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/polly-lovellsobercoach?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app Polly would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages: Janey Lee Grace  https://www.instagram.com/janeyleegrace?igsh=MXN2NW1pbzZ2cW5mdg== Hilbre 'Bre' Kirk  https://www.instagram.com/bre_moves?igsh=bTl4cHBscHU3N3Vl Catherine Grey  https://www.instagram.com/unexpectedjoyof?igsh=d3AyZHYwOWR4dzR6 #divorcechallenge #tastingfreedom #metrics #NLP #healthdriven #daughterinspiration #awakeningforme #regretispainful #coreresilience #exceptionalstrength #servicetopurpose #healthandconfidence #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma  Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/  Come Alive. Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/  Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma  While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/    Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

    51 мин.
  5. #121 Taking Mental Illness Seriously with Mark Blacknell

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    #121 Taking Mental Illness Seriously with Mark Blacknell

    In this episode, we talk to Mark Blacknell. He describes himself as expansive, flawed and an amalgamation of primordial stuff. Mark lives in the United States.  Mark tells us about sitting on a comma with PTSD and feeling “messy” in life. While his life was threaded with anxiety, depression, and challenging thoughts, Mark found ways to move forward despite the struggles. What was missing for him was a sense of calm, warmth, peace and stability. On his journey, he found the clarity to seek help and discovered a pathway to these goals through zen meditation. Tune in to hear what Mark means when he says “I stopped to take my mental illness seriously”. You can find Mark on: Website:  https://stareatthewall.org/ Instagram:  www.instagram.com/stareatthewallwithmark/ Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-blacknell/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stareatthewallwithmark YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stareatthewallwithmark TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stareatthewallwithmark Mark would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to him and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages: Christine Ramos  https://influentialwomen.com/connect/christine-ramos Peter Coyote, My Teacher  https://petercoyote.com/ Lewis Richmond  https://www.lewisrichmond.com  Lewis Richmond is a bestselling author, editor, blogger, and musician/composer. Paul Shippee  https://paulshippee.com  Paul Shippee, MA Psychology, has been teaching and facilitating NVC practice groups continuously for 14 years, after intensive training with NVC founder, Marshall Rosenberg, PhD and other NVC trainers, in addition to study with Native American teachers and yoga masters. #ptsdaffects #stability #stopandreflect #zenmeditation #takementalillnessseriously #gettinghelp #birdsknownoboundaries #alwayschasing #faceyourself #needtostabilize #offthecomma #OfftheCommapodcast Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/  Come Alive. Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/  Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma  While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/    Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

    59 мин.
  6. #120 Writing to Get Off The Comma with Aaron Ryan

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    #120 Writing to Get Off The Comma with Aaron Ryan

    In this episode, we talk to Aaron Ryan. He describes himself as a dual storyteller, family man and provider/protector. Aaron lives in the United States.  Aaron tells us about sitting on several commas around career and job pivots. As a creator his entire life, Aaron enjoys being a storyteller. While he has told many stories in many ways throughout his life, his passion revolves around writing his books. With the goal in mind of generating most of his income from his novels, he finds himself pivoting and facing the challenges of uncertainty. What serves Aaron is boldly getting started and slowing down while taking the steps. Tune in to hear what Aaron means when he says “you cannot microwave your way to success”.  You can find Aaron on: Website:  https://authoraaronryan.com  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/authoraaronryan Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/authoraaronryan/ Links:  https://dot.cards/authoraaronryan  Aaron would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to him and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages: My wife and editor Janine Graves: www.denouementediting.com  Fellow author, highly supportive friend  Victoria Richmond: https://www.richmondscraftycorner.com/books  Vance Pease, hugely supportive reader and personal friend  Walker Armstrong, for the invaluable referrals to provide verisimilitude for the Dissonance saga #manifestsuccess #creativestoryteller #providerandprotector #unfetteredbelief #couragelikeadog #pantserwriter #writingnovels #leavingalegacy #deafeningsilence #startquicklygoslowly #methodicaldiscipline #keepwriting #offthecomma #OfftheCommapodcast  Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/  Come Alive. Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/  Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma  While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/    Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

    52 мин.
  7. #119 Making One Decision at a Time with Kate Hendrickson

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    #119 Making One Decision at a Time with Kate Hendrickson

    In this episode, we talk to Kate Hendrickson. She describes herself as family-oriented, southern-proud, and strategic. Kate lives in the United States.  Kate tells us about sitting on many commas and the process she follows each time. Whether it was what to study at school, the work she wanted to do, or a critical life decision in the midst of a natural disaster, Kate learned to trust her gut about life changes that would serve her best. Despite second-guessing and worrying about what others might think, she found that her journey always involved taking steps and reflecting back at the results of her actions. Tune in to hear what Kate means when she says, “I never want to forget this moment in my life”.  You can find Kate on: Website:  https://www.kate-hendrickson.com/  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kwhendrickson/ Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-hendrickson-fl02/ Kate would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages: American Red Cross https://www.redcross.org/  Each day, thousands of people – people just like you – provide compassionate care to those in need. Our network of generous donors, volunteers and employees share a mission of preventing and relieving suffering, here at home and around the world. We roll up our sleeves and donate time, money and blood. We learn or teach life-saving skills so our communities can be better prepared when the need arises. We do this every day because the Red Cross is needed - every day. My family and friends who are my amazing support system! #midlifeawakening #reflectionandpride #youngerpresenting #lifeisastory #whatsnext #makeadecision #feltlikechaos #Ineverwanttoforget #recoveringpeoplepleaser #6monthsinOrlando #multiplecommas #onedecisionatatime #takeaction #trustmygut #learnfromcommas #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma  Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/  Come Alive. Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/  Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma  While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/    Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

    59 мин.
  8. #118 Ascension from Grief and Loss with Margaux Amie

    25.12.2025

    #118 Ascension from Grief and Loss with Margaux Amie

    In this episode, we talk to Margaux Amie. She is a storyteller at heart who is calm and focused. Margaux lives in the United States.  Margaux tells us about sitting on a comma after the death of her husband following the loss of her mother and grandmother prior. When everything came to a stop for her, she found silence, darkness and depression. Margaux relied on the necessity of moving forward to find her ascension out of the grief, with the help of friends and therapists to serve as her mirror. As she climbed toward a better place, Margaux found a new sense of purpose in uplifting her professional community and the broader community of women. Tune in to hear what Margaux means when she says “I’m going to put my community back to work”.  You can find Margaux on: Website:  https://trueselffilms.com/  Instagram:  @margauxamie,  @trueselffilms Facebook:  Margaux Amie,  True Self Films Margaux would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages: My family, for supporting me through my journey.  My close and personal friends, for their support.  My colleagues and coworker friends, for their support.  I want to lift up women, for whom I am dedicated to support.  True Self Films  https://trueselffilms.com/   At True Self Films, we create compelling feature films, TV episodics, and documentaries that inspire, entertain, and challenge perspectives. We are committed to storytelling that uplifts underrepresented voices and fosters inclusivity in the film industry. Rosie Carter  https://thelifeside.com  To restore alignment, resilience, and vitality in the lives of those aged 30-60 through the power of presence. #keepgoing #keepmoving #survivinggrief #everythingstopped #moveoutofnecessity #ascension #fromtheabyss #gettinghelp #buildingback #creativespirit #newpossibilities #carvemyownpath #flagshipfilm #trueselffilms #offthecomma #OfftheCommapodcast  Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/  Come Alive. Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/  Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma  While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/    Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

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You’re stuck, I get it. I’ve been there too. I call it “sitting on a comma”. We all know what it’s like to feel stuck in life and not know where to go next. This podcast is all about what it’s like to be on the comma, as shared by individuals just like ourselves. We will explore what they experienced, what they learned and how they got themselves off the comma. See more at YouTube @offthecomma! Are you sitting on a comma? Work 1:1 with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Book a 1-session coaching call and see what getting off your comma can look like! https://www.offthecomma.com/programs

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  • Автор
    Paul Briley
  • Годы выхода
    2023 - 2026
  • Выпуски
    126
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