Have you ever wanted to punch people in the throat? Of course, you have. So has our guest today. Jen Mann started blogging because she wanted to punch people in the throat but writing about was a better option. Tired of the perfect parenting blog depiction of parenting, Jen set out to tell her truth. When her blog about the Elf on the Shelf went viral in 2011, she found herself with new followers and a new focus. Jen reminds us to use our anger for good, how to not take yourself too seriously, and how showing up as your real self, is freeing. Listen in and laugh along with April and Jen as they discuss life, motherhood, and living in today’s world.

Highlights of today’s show:

·       Think about what deserves your outrage.

·       Use your anger for good.

·       Find humor in things, even the hard things.

·       Step back from fights when you’ve said what you have to say.

·       Remember to laugh and drop the f-bomb when necessary!

Where to Find Jen Mann:          Website                                

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Join April as she chats with Celeste Herron, an brand strategist and CEO of Northern Crown Design & Digital, who started her company at 45. After experiencing some financial hardships and navigating a system that was not designed to meet her needs, Celeste knew she had to figure out a way to support herself, her children, and her employees. She reminds us that we can do hard things even if we’re uncomfortable. Listen in to take the steps between where you are and where you want to be.  

Questions to ask yourself:

·       What is your fixed truth?

·       What is your skill set?

·       What can you do to learn more?

·       What is your vision?

·       What are the limitations of your imagination?

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Life can be amazing. Even after a long-term relationship that doesn’t work. Even after a job that seems to be going nowhere. Even after 40. It requires something from you though: you need to stretch outside your comfort zone. Cheri Spigner joins April to discuss her journey of stretching outside of the familiar, comfortable, and consistent life she had been living. Tune in to hear how you can actively live your best life. 

How to Stretch Outside Your Comfort Zone:

-        Be inspired by what you do.

-        Take time to yourself.

-        Be willing to move if necessary.

-        Take accountability.

-        Establish your social circle.

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Thinking about monetizing your strengths? What could you do well if you put your mind to it? Could you start your own brand and be successful? Of course you can! Today, we’re joined by Tracy Lamourie, publicist extraordinaire. After years of activism and advocacy, Tracy realized she was really good at promotion, social media, and telling stories about people. At 41, she took the leap, pitched herself, and started her own company. These days, Tracy runs a media company where she is an accomplished publicist.  If you’re on your way to building your brand or you are in the beginning stages, listen in as Tracy shares some of her advice and her own story to pitching herself. 

Ready to Pitch Yourself?

·         What are your strengths?

·         What do you know about yourself?

·         Where can you make the most change?

·         Are you willing to build your brand?

·         What do you need to take the leap? 

Make sure to listen in!

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Have you lost your identity in your job? In your marriage? It’s not fair to call it a midlife crisis because it’s not quite that. It’s a realization that you aren’t happy, being, or doing what you want. What do you do when this happens? Today Dr. Kay and April discuss a path forward when you have that moment. Sometimes, you need to figure out if you really need to compromise or if you’re just incompatible with your job, partner, or life choices. Listen in and get ready to get back out there and be your full self. It’s time to start living again!

 Take Aways:

·       Realize things happen in different stages.

·       Set a routine.

·       Acknowledge the feelings.

·       Pivot to happiness.

·       Experience what life has to offer after 40.

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Have you found yourself in a role you did not want to be in? You’re working harder, putting more time in at the office, running yourself ragged for some external validation that may not come. Terry B. McDougall has some advice for you: Stop. Step back. Be unapologetic about your worth and your work. Don’t sacrifice your values for a career. You read that right. You may have not considered career coaching, but after listening to Terry, you just might. Listen in and see how you can be happy and successful on your own terms. 

How to Land the Job You Want:

·         Look at the bigger picture.

·         Learn to delegate.

·         Recognize your own power.

·         Never apologize for your value.

·         Invest your time to get the maximum impact.

Where to Find Terry B McDougall:            Website               |              LinkedIn               |              Podcast

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Life hacks? See a friend who needs some rest? Reach out. Networking is important to sustain your relationships and your self-care. Sisterhood extends beyond blood. Another life hack? Reclaim your time and cut out the things that no longer serve you. This includes social media, people, and organizations. Serve yourself and grow yourself. You’ll be better able to serve others. Today April is joined by Rhumel Anderson & Twanda Baker, hosts of Girrrl Can I Ask You Something? Podcast. Girrrl…listen in as April, Rhumel, and Twanda discuss what it means to be, what it means to grow into your full self, what it means to be reclaim your time, and what it means to find your passion again. This is a 2-part episode so make sure to catch both! (Part 2 of 2)

Self-Reflection Questions:

·         Who is in your support network?

·         Can you lend a hand?

·         Have you cut out the things that no longer serve you?

·         How are you growing yourself?

·         If you’re serving others, have you served yourself first?

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What is friendship? What did you sign up for when you chose your life? How do you make space for yourself? What do you like to do? Who are you? How do you carve a life out for yourself and time for yourself? Today April is joined by Rhumel Anderson & Twanda Baker, hosts of Girrrl Can I Ask You Something? Podcast. Girrrl…listen in as April, Rhumel, and Twanda discuss what it means to be, what it means to live as your full self, what it means to be a friend, and what it means to find your passion again. This is a 2-part episode so make sure to catch both! (Part 1 of 2)

Self-Reflection Questions:

·       Who are you outside of mom? 

·       Who are you outside of wife/partner?

·       Who is YOUR friend?

·       What do you like to do?

·       What is your passion?

·       What makes you happy?

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