Profiles In A Life Of Purpose

This podcast year is ending with a very special interview of Lucy Pond, a well-known astrologer who combines tarot with her readings. A perhaps lesser-known gift she has, is that she is also an accomplished and multi-faceted artist.  In fact, this show may be best appreciated on my YouTube channel where you can see Lucy showing examples of the art she discusses with me.  (If you’re interested in watching, link is below in show notes.) Before we jump right into the discussion, I want to give you a some of her official biography. Lucy currently lives in New Mexico, and is originally from Washington state, having graduated from the University of Washington in Humanities.  She has been a practicing astrologer and tarot reader since 1972. She owned a Metaphysical bookshop in Maui for 5 years and then Seattle. She was the Vice-president and President of the Washington State Astrological Association,  and studied at the Northwest School of Astrology with Marc Robertson’s classes. With Joanne Wickenburg, she taught a

Ready for some lightness in life? How about opening up to a little magic?  Sheri Perbeck. angel communicator, psychic, and medium is back to share information with us about the faery realm. And before you dismiss this as silly, consider that “faery” is an old French word that means “supernatural being”.  Listen in to learn everything from the characteristics of the faeries to how they communicate with us, and then learn how to communicate with them to benefit from their gifts. Feeling skeptical? Listen in and hear why and how you’re missing out on the magic of creation — and how to turn that skepticism into joyfulness. Until next time, be well, and stay well.  I hope you enjoy the show.  A FEW FINE POINTS OF THE CONVERSATION How Sheri first learned of the faeries The specific faeries that communicate with Sheri Characteristics of the faeries — where they live, color, size, etc. Do faeries have an ego? Are faeries showing themselves more now? How Sheri distinguishes between faery messages and others Faery fam

Denise Mange, founder and owner of PetPrana® elevates lives of various species — human and animal, and has created a new industry model to do exactly that!  I’m an animal lover and animals play a large role in my life, so it was a treat that Denise agreed to be a guest on my show.  And I couldn’t have been more delighted to have the time together to get to know her and learn more about her business and vision. Certified dog trainer, pet intuitive, pet numerologist, and visionary business owner, Denise believes everyday interactions with our pets have the power to transform us. Her work combines traditional obedience training with energetic considerations of pet guardianship to facilitate meaningful connections and behavioral shifts for both you and your pets. Her service offerings reflect her skills, professionalism, creativity, experience, and vision as they encompass all aspects of how to reach our pets — and how they can reach us.  In Denise’s words: “Energy connects us all. As one of our most hon

A new season of the show opens with a fan (and host) favorite guest, angel communicator, Sheri Perbeck. This is a chatty show, and despite some technical glitches, they don’t interfere with the message, even though at times it seems as if I’m talking over my dear guest. (My editor did his magic but he had a faulty tape to work with.) Sheri and I turned on the audio earlier than we usually do so you hear more of our personal catch-up time, including what’s been happening with us during the pandemic thus far. Later in the show, you get to meet Sheri’s pup and hear a bit about one of mine. (Watch the episode on YouTube for the visuals.) We discuss the themes the angels have as well as the connections we see between those themes. And then suggest some tools to enhance working with the angels and their message. During the show, Sheri brings forward a message the angels bring. It’s an encouraging one about our future.  Tune in, be well, and stay well.  I hope you enjoy the show.  A FEW FINE POINTS OF THE CONVERSATI

This week angel communicator, Sheri Perbeck, and I are back and we talk specifically about angels, including how to meet them. If you didn’t haven’t heard us before,  Sheri and I decided to do a special series together that can bring encouragement and positivity, as well as practical ideas during a time the world faces historic challenges.  We discuss how often we easy it is to overcomplicate our communication. And then we talk about how to make it simpler.  Sheri introduces a few specific archangels who can lend powerful support. We share ways to ask for that support. We’d love to hear from you. You can contact us, send us questions, topics you’d like to hear, etc.,  by using the links in the show notes below. Tune in, be well, and stay well.   A FEW FINE POINTS OF THE CONVERSATION The importance of self-love, empowerment, and connection The value of having a relationship with “your” angel Sheri shares the qualities of archangels Chamuel, Raphael, and Michael The concept of an angel’s “personality” Tips and

Angel communicator, Sheri Perbeck, and I are back this week. If you didn’t hear us last week,  Sheri and I decided to do a special series together that can bring encouragement and positivity, as well as practical ideas during a time the world faces historic challenges.  This week we talk about the gift of time. Whether it’s enforced or gratefully accepted, we all have a different sense of time than we did. How we spend that time is up to us. We share some of our ideas.  We’d love to hear your ideas, too. Please share them by writing to us (info in show note links below). You can also send us questions or topics you’d like to hear. Listen in, be well, and stay well.   A FEW FINE POINTS OF THE CONVERSATION Sheri’s ideas on how to use our time Jan’s thoughts on fear and how to interject some silliness and fun Specific ideas on how to use time creatively Why we aren’t “social distancing” and why Jan prefers to use the term “physical distancing” The app Sheri uses with her son The angel to call on now — and later

You may remember Sheri Perbeck from episode 23, and recall our conversation regarding celestial beings, angels, and other forms of communication. Sheri and I wanted to do a special series together that can bring encouragement and positivity, as well as practical ideas during a time the world faces historic challenges.  Sheri Perbeck is perhaps most widely known as an angel communicator, medium, healer, and spiritual teacher. In this series she is bringing her messages to instill positive action as a living example of a life of purpose. In this series, I’m taking a more active role than interviewer and share more of the insight and messages I have. Together, we will leave you with suggestions on how to remain empowered at a time that may feel restricted. If you have questions or topics you’d like to hear in upcoming episodes, please contact either of us (info in show note links). Listen in, be well, and stay well.   A FEW FINE POINTS OF THE CONVERSATION Why we’re doing this series Messages Sheri has to share

Intro:   Lori J. Isenstadt is a lactation expert and an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant). She lives in Arizona currently and works globally via Skype on client consults and through her breastfeeding course. She is passionate about helping moms and families recognize the importance of what they are accomplishing through the “fourth trimester”.  While her work focuses on moms and “the girls”, her mission is making a difference by empowering those moms to live their mission fully in this world.  Listen and you will hear Lori as an educator and advocate, empowering women, families, and yes, the world.  A FEW FINE POINTS OF THE CONVERSATION   Learn the distinct credentials required to be a IBCLC: International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Lori’s journey from “birthing junkie” to a lactation specialist, IBCLC Why her podcast that talks “all about the girls” combines humor, wisdom, and much-needed information The gap needed in the “fourth trimester” Lori’s advocacy for women  The p

My guest, and new friend, Leonie Dawson, is an international best-selling author and artist. She is also a serial entrepreneur and has built three 7 figure companies. Leonie has been recognized for her business acumen as a finalist for Australian Business Woman of the Year and Ausmumpreneur of the Year. Leonie is also one of the warmest, most genuine, creative, FUN, women I’ve met. Her art is a joyful reflection of how I imagine she might see the world.  She lives on the Sunshine Coast, Australia with her husband and her two homeschooled daughters. Before we get into the show, one housekeeping detail: I now have a place for listeners to join…. and I’d love to see you there. I opened a fb group: Incidental Joy Seekers where we discuss topics from the podcast as well as how to create and share joy.  Just go to facebook.com/groups/incidentaljoyseekers to join.  A FEW FINE POINTS OF THE CONVERSATION Hear about Leonie’s morning and how she is a morning goddess A little bit about where she lives in Australia and w

Intro: In this episode, Jess Tholmer and I have another chat about intuition and make a couple announcements at the end of the conversation -- including shamelessly promote a live version of my intuition course this September (2019) via Zoom. In their third interview together, Jess continues to ask Jan questions about intuition, largely inspired by our first interview on intuition, delving deeper into psychic phenomena and consciousness.  Jan’s course on intuition, How to Hear What You Know, which was launched in 2017, will be offered for the first time with her teaching via Zoom, live.  It’s the first time ever, and perhaps the only time the course will be presented this way.  Beginning September 10, 2019, it will run for four weeks. This special is the same price as the original recorded classes. The link to all the information and to sign up is: http://bit.ly/intuitioncourselive We also announce our new Facebook group, Incidental Joy Seekers, that everyone is encouraged to join! https://www.facebook.com/gr

Intro:  Marguerite Manning is a professional astrologer and bestselling author whose groundbreaking work in karmic astrology has helped thousands worldwide live up to their purpose in life by uncovering their soul’s past in their birth chart. Her own personal journey of spiritual discovery began in 1994 when after developing a new astrological formula that validated the soul’s history in the birth chart, she started using it to guide her clients to their earthly purpose in the present. With results that were just too remarkable to ignore, a brand-new belief system became impossible to avoid and her lifelong fascination for the stars above was immediately enhanced by a life changing passion for the spirit within.  Beginning with her first article in 1995 for The Mountain Astrologer, “The 12th House: Your Karmic Closet”, she’s continued to write several bestselling books, with more on the way. Her book titles include: Cosmic Karma, Sign Language, and Juno — Your Karmic Match Made in Heaven.  With her attention

Intro:  This episode may ask you to suspend your doubt and even some fear as my guest and I discuss concepts that range beyond ordinary daily topics. Yet what we discuss is becoming increasingly talked about. And I hope our conversation will bring something of value to you — perhaps a new idea or a fresh perspective, peace of mind, encouragement, or maybe just a new level of curiosity. My guest is Sheri Perbeck, angel communicator, medium, healer, and spiritual teacher, and one of the cohosts of the podcast: Deb and Friends: Quest for Connection. In our conversation we discuss how Sheri began and the work she does now, as well as some of the surprising twists and turns. Listen in for special words of guidance that are a natural part of Sheri’s message. If you pay attention, you’ll also get a glimpse through Sheri’s words of what it might feel like to be in communication as Sheri is. I’m excited to bring you this unusual episode and I hope you’ll enjoy it. There’s much to ponder in this stellar life of purpose

Intro: Jan L. Bowen is a certified life and executive coach, thought leader, keynote speaker, author, writer, studier of intuition, animal-lover, dancer, and dear friend to many. Though she has various degrees and certifications, what stands out about Jan most of all is her ability to genuinely connect with others. Jan founded Strategic Solutions Services, LLC in 2003 and published her first book, It’s Not That Complicated, in 2015. Jan connected with Jess Tholmer shortly after and they have worked together ever since. In their second interview together, Jess asks Jan questions about intuition, largely inspired by our community on social media. Jan’s course on intuition, How to Hear What You Know, was launched in 2017. The course is an invitation and encouragement to form a personal relationship with your intuition, as is this conversation. Join our conversation. A FEW FINE POINTS OF THE CONVERSATION Consider what is intuition? Does everyone have intuition?   Are we all born with intuition? Is our intuition

Lisa Gibert is the Chief Executive Officer of Clark College Foundation, the fundraising partner of Clark College. In 2018, Lisa was selected as one of the top fundraising leaders in the country by the Council for Advancement as Support of Education (CASE). She received the CASE Commonfund Institutionally Related Foundation Award, one of the fundraising industry’s most prestigious national honors for her 20-year career supporting advancement work at higher education institutions. Under Lisa’s leadership for the last 13 years, Clark College Foundation's total assets have increased by $23 million. The scholarship dollars provided to Clark students have trippled and $40 million has been distributed to the college over the 13 years that she has headed the nonprofit organization. Lisa exemplifies in her work and life how money can be used to make a difference in the world. Listen in and enjoy hearing about her background and her insight!   A FEW FINE POINTS OF THE CONVERSATION The distinction between development a

Stephanie McCullough helps professional women reduce financial stress by aligning their money story with their deepest-held values. She founded Sofia Financial in 2011 after 14 years as a financial advisor, with the goal to empower women to make wise financial decisions, address their areas of money stress, and free up their time and mental energy to spend on the things that are truly important.  In addition to creating more ease in life for her clients, Stephanie enjoys speaking about the human side of money and rational finance. A FEW FINE POINTS OF THE CONVERSATION The impact of financial stress How women are impacted by financial stress differently than men Why and how money interested Stephanie Stephanie’s early money stories and how she ended up where she is now How savings shifted the way Stephanie viewed money The role Executive Coaching had in Stephanie’s life Why Financial Life Planning appealed to Stephanie The first name of Stephanie’s business and the significance of “Sofia Financial” Women’s fe

Denise Duffield-Thomas is the money mindset mentor for the new wave of entrepreneurs.  Her books Lucky Bitch, Get Rich, Lucky Bitch and her latest release from Hay House, Chillpreneur give a fresh and funny road-map to create an outrageously successful life and business. Denise helps women create wealth through her mindset courses and practical wisdom on releasing money blocks. In our conversation we chat about all those topics and more. And with Denise’s trademark honesty and humor, we share some laughs as well as we discuss the path of business, entrepreneurship, and life in general. Listen in and enjoy! A FEW FINE POINTS OF THE CONVERSATION What is at the root of money mindset? Denise’s first business — or one of them The lessons money has taught Messages of money that have carried over and what Denise teaches her children What raw food has to do with the road to Denise’s success Who Denise has learned from (spoiler alert: the list includes Oprah) The number of jobs Denise has held before she remained a

Jan L. Bowen is a certified life and executive coach, thought leader, keynote speaker, author, writer, animal-lover, dancer, and dear friend to many. Though she has various degrees and certifications, what stands out about Jan most of all is her ability to genuinely connect with others -- regardless of age, race, gender, spirituality, or anything else. Jan founded Strategic Solutions Services, LLC in 2003. Her first book, It’s Not That Complicated, was published in 2015. Jan connected with Jess Tholmer shortly after and they have worked together ever since. In this flipped around interview, Jan is the guest on her own podcast where she and Jess discuss everything from books to childhood, and above all else, what living a life of purpose really means. Join us in conversation. A FEW FINE POINTS OF THE CONVERSATION The story of Jan’s name How Jan discovered meditation and how it became such a big part of her life Why intuition is so important to Jan and how she discovered the idea of releasing her intuition cou

Angelique L’Amour is the daughter of author Louis L’Amour, and like her father, she is a prolific writer dedicated to her craft. She wrote her first piece at age 4.  Along her writing journey, she made a successful detour in the film industry, acting on film and stage. A cancer diagnosis in 2009 led to her series of positive, practical “Girlfriend’s Guides to Cancer”.  She now dedicates substantial time to advocacy and awareness efforts. Angeligue combines her gift into a combination of grace, humor, positivity, gratitude, and practicality. She lends her unique ability and helps others bring their stories to life, having created a Creative Writing program where she nurtures writers as an Author Coach. Join us on a positive journey through an interesting and intentional life. A FEW FINE POINTS OF THE CONVERSATION A daughter first: life as the daughter of the famed writer Louis L’Amour. His habits as a writer, as a storyteller and the routines of a researcher’s family Formative influences (other than her dad)

Intro: My guest today is Lesley Jane Seymour.  Many of you may know her from her acclaimed career in magazine publishing, where she established herself as one of the industry’s  — if not one of our culture’s — most respected leaders. Her experience in the media industry began early.  Before her leading roles as editor in chief, she worked as Beauty Director of Glamour and senior editor at Vogue. She went on to be Editor in Chief of Marie Claire, Redbook , and YM. Under her leadership, they were all reshaped and transformed into something not only bigger — but greater.   Most recently, until February, 2016 she served as Editor in chief of More magazine, where she notably won hundreds of awards and created history by having First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama guest edit an entire issue. Beyond print, she used information and education she had access to at the magazines,  to call attention to issues that impact women around the world. Just a few of the programs she became involved include domestic vi

Intro: Dr. Carmen Landrau is a board-certified physician specializing as a cardiologist. She is also a prominent professional speaker, using her experience, knowledge, and inner commitment to empower women. In both fields she is making a difference saving lives. In her medical practice she literally saves lives, working with a predominantly older population. In her speaking career she heals hearts metaphorically, encouraging women to recognize their talents and acknowledge their achievements. Join me in a heart-fueled conversation with Dr. Landrau who shares her path in living a life of purpose. A FEW FINE POINTS OF THE CONVERSATION How Dr. Landrau’s desire to be a scientist as a young girl led to her path as a cardiologist today What is simple to us may not be as obvious to others and may in fact be a key to our gifts. Dr. Landrau discusses how “let your passion find you” helped her on her path. She shares also what she “cheated on” en route to her speaking career (hint:  it’s related to her work in medic