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Compassionate Challenge- Episode 96

Can you tell the truth in love? Can you push yourself and others without being harsh or critical? Join us as we talk about compassionate challenge.

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Friendship Adds -Episode 95

A scroll through social media might leave you wondering if friendship is worth it. It seems to be getting a bad rap. The problems with it- jealousy, lack of support and loyalty, conflicts- are posted so often that it seems we may have forgetten that friendship adds.

One of my Facebook friends posted, "A friend who holds you accountable is better than a friend who will sit by and silently watch your bad habits destroy you. Keep real people around you."

So true and so much to discuss. Join Serita Wilson and I as we discuss this important success principle.

1. What does friendship mean to you? What makes a good friend?

2. Conversely what causes conflicts or hinders friendship? How can friendship affect your career?

3. How do you deal with conflicts in friendship? How do you keep your cool in the midst of conflict?

5. Are role models, accountability partners or mentors friends or do you keep different boundaries with them?

6. Do friends have to stay in contact frequently? What about introverts or those with social anxiety?

7. Male friends versus female friends

8. Plenty of Guppies. Friends with benefits. Starting a relationship off as friends

We have a lot to talk about. Books, Mary Kay and other merchandise available on the linktree.

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Escape- Episode 94

As a teacher and someone who created a performance based business as a means to escape, I think I know something about escape. It can mean to get away, to break free from a rut, or to escape a dangerous situation.

1. What does escape mean to you? Why do you call yourself an escape artist?

2. How did you come up with the business name- Exquisitely Aligned?

3. What does that name mean to you?

4. Why do you feel most people need to be more exquisitely aligned? Why do most people feel a need to escape?

5. What do you see people craving in life?

6. What advice do you have for those viewers/listeners with an appetite for change? Will we always need to escape or is it possible to build a life that we don't need to escape from?

We may discuss these questions as well as our personal journeys as entrepreneurs.

We have a lot to talk about and you are invited to comment questions or personal experiences below.

There are 93 more published episodes on varying topics!

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Born in New York during a blizzard, Gina Vincent has been on a lifelong search for the ideal combination of sun, sand, and sea.

Her career took her south, to North Carolina, where she met and married her husband��� gave birth to their son and adopted their daughter.

More recently she���s made her way out west. Today, she calls south Orange County, California home. When she���s not at her desk; she���s on her paddle board.

Gina Vincent is an Escape Artist Expert.

She���s determined to help you release the shackles of what you think - or - what society thinks you should be, to find the person that you are meant to be.

Her mission is to shatter the myths of mundane thoughts and mediocrity.

As the spark behind Exquisitely Aligned, she works with amazing people, like you, who have come to realize ���having it all��� ��� isn���t all that.

She helps you achieve a deeper, more meaningful, and (even) more fulfilling life.

Her own life has had a myriad of twists and turns.

Knowing that she was about to make a lifetime vow to the wrong guy, she listened to her intuition and called off the wedding��� just ninety days before D day. Whew!

Years later��� she learned to be an out-spoken advocate for her actual husband (the RIGHT guy), who nearly died, when their kids were just toddlers��� it���s ok, he didn���t.

And they���re still living their happily ever after.

Experiences, successes, and challenges have shaped who she is today and created a clear path for her to guide you to your destination.

She shares step-by-step practical tools & techniques during your one-on-one time for you to continue to live your life��� long after your time together.

Her goal is for you to make YOUR unique difference in the world.

Because��� Gina believes���

��� Today, the world is missing��� what ONLY YOU have to give.

Website: Exquisitelyaligned.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/40739963/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GinaVincentExquisitelyAligned

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Navigating CONFLICTS in Communication- Episode 93

One of my favorite quotes is, "We have two ears and one mouth for a reason, to listen twice as much as we speak." This quote hints at a powerful truth. Communication is a give and take, a reciprocation, an openness to learn and think and process another's ideas. But sadly, that respectful spirit is missing from many people's lives, and not enough people make effective communication a priority. Join Richard Blank and I as we discuss this important success principle.

1. What does communication mean to you? What makes it effective?

2. Conversely what causes conflicts or hinders communication? What made you focus on communication in your career?

3. How do you deal with conflicts in communication? How do you keep your cool in the midst of conflict?

5. Are role models, accountability partners or mentors a part of your pursuit of improving communication?

6. Why a call center?

7. services

8. Background

We have a lot to talk about and you are invited to comment questions or personal experiences below.

There are 982 more published episodes on varying topics!

Click to listen or watch the youtube videos at��www.laughzandlyrics.com.

The audio is also on all podcasting platforms and available by googling The Zennurgy Podcast. Some links are here��https://linktr.ee/zenase.

Peace and blessings.

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Guidance- Follow Your First Mind- Chapter 7

One reviewer called this book , "An interesting read that is not merely about dating and relationships, but about many facets of life. Zen's talents and creativity are apparent in her mix of poetry and prose as well as her combination of storytelling and self-help."

Audio Chapter 7 of Plenty of Guppies.

Chapter 1 audio is in the exclusive content. Click the link for the whole ebook or paperback. Chapters 2-6 audios are past episodes. Blurb below. 5***** on Goodreads 4.2 **** on Amazon

Day 172 on the best seller's list; currently #49 in Kindle- Native American Poetry

Zen Ase, a newly divorced 43 year old Southern woman wanted a fresh start. She'd heard there were plenty of fish to choose from in the modern dating pond. What she discovered were plenty of guppies. Exactly 101 of them!

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The result? A provocative, transparent, raw and delightfully uncensored account of her experiences with the 101 men she encountered on her journey to find "the one". In��Plenty of Guppies, Zen spills all the tea on dating psychology, relationships, and self-discovery, while giving readers a rare glimpse into the life of an award-winning artist and best-selling author. The book is an enlightening narrative that explores gender roles and identity outside of societal expectations.

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Zen has written a refreshingly mature modern day epic of online dating, layering her personal story with erotic poetic verses and passionate prose that frame her journey toward rebuilding a life as a single woman and adjusting to both an empty nest and boomeranging children.

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Zen Ase���s story is alternately poignant, hysterical, uplifting, shocking, and (at its heart), a real life example of the old adage "truth is stranger (and can be harder to believe) than fiction".

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Plenty of Guppies��is the book every adult who has loved, lost and lived to try again��didn't know they needed and will effortlessly respond and relate to.

��The full book can be found on Amazon at the link below.

Prepare to lose yourself in the enchantingly unorthodox dating world of Zen Ase,��best selling author of��Zennurgize Your Life.

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Focus- Learn Your Healthy and Unhealthy Relationship Patterns- Chapter 6

Patterns- we all have them. Whether it's the coffee or alcohol you order, your route to work, or the men and women you date. Do your patterns shackle or launch you? Listen to hear this chapter from my memoir. There is a one minute delay between the intro and the beginning of chapter six

Audio Chapter 6 of Plenty of Guppies

Chapter 1 audio is in the exclusive content. Click the link for the whole ebook or paperback. Chapters 2-4 audios are past episodes. Blurb below. 5***** on Goodreads 4.2 **** on Amazon

Day 172 on the best seller's list; currently #49 in Kindle- Native American Poetry

Zen Ase, a newly divorced 43 year old Southern woman wanted a fresh start. She'd heard there were plenty of fish to choose from in the modern dating pond. What she discovered were plenty of guppies. Exactly 101 of them!

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The result? A provocative, transparent, raw and delightfully uncensored account of her experiences with the 101 men she encountered on her journey to find "the one". In��Plenty of Guppies, Zen spills all the tea on dating psychology, relationships, and self-discovery, while giving readers a rare glimpse into the life of an award-winning artist and best-selling author. The book is an enlightening narrative that explores gender roles and identity outside of societal expectations.

��

Zen has written a refreshingly mature modern day epic of online dating, layering her personal story with erotic poetic verses and passionate prose that frame her journey toward rebuilding a life as a single woman and adjusting to both an empty nest and boomeranging children.

��

Zen Ase���s story is alternately poignant, hysterical, uplifting, shocking, and (at its heart), a real life example of the old adage "truth is stranger (and can be harder to believe) than fiction".

��

Plenty of Guppies��is the book every adult who has loved, lost and lived to try again��didn't know they needed and will effortlessly respond and relate to.

��The full book can be found on Amazon at the link below.

Prepare to lose yourself in the enchantingly unorthodox dating world of Zen Ase,��best selling author of��Zennurgize Your Life.

Support this podcast at ��� https://redcircle.com/the-zennurgy-podcast/exclusive-content

Blue Water, Green Tree- spoken word by Zen Ase

Spoken word poetry with original music by Rodney Smith, the featured guest on episode 70, my fourth most popular episode- Dedication. If you like this poem, it's part of my poetry/prose memoir Plenty of Guppies along with 95 other poems and the story of the last 7 years of my life. The book is free on Kindle unlimited and the link is here. Https://linktr.ee/zenase

The conversation before and after the poem includes the voices of Fiiire and Niecee Perkins @shesmisunderstood.20 .Those two women are featured on Episode 11 Aligned, Aware and Unstoppable!

The show notes of that episode are below. Listen, share, review the podcast. Thank you.

Dedication is a word people throw around, but haven't often defined. It's a compliment we give others. But it's also something that comes with consequences, sacrifices that some don't often recognize and are unprepared for. Join me as Rodney Smith and I discuss this important success principle.

1. What does dedication mean to you?

2. Were you always dedicated? If not, how did you develop it?

3. How do you deal with motivation, laziness, procrastination or do you acknowledge any of these at all?

5. How does dedication tie to goal setting and success?

6. Are role models, accountability partners or mentors a part of your dedication?

7. What has dedication done for you?

8. Your music

We have a lot to talk about and you are invited to comment questions or personal experiences below.

There are 89 more published episodes on varying topics!

Click to listen or watch the youtube videos at��www.laughzandlyrics.com.

The audio is also on all podcasting platforms and available by googling The Zennurgy Podcast. Some links are here��https://linktr.ee/zenase.

Peace and blessings.

Artists, entrepreneurs, educators and community leaders are also invited to become guests. Fill out the Would You Like to Be a Guest form found on both the links above.Rodney Smith stated he had to have as a COP because It was a means to an end. He didn't want to be a starving artist, but he always wanted to play music. He found out the local police department, Prince George's County in Maryland had a 20 year retirement plan. So, he said to himself, "If I can manage to not get killed for 20 years, I can get back to my music. I managed to survive, and I've been happily retired for 14 years. I retired when I was 42. I played in a band with a high school friend for almost 10 years until Covid showed up and put us out of business. Now I work with an artist. My life shows dedication to a dream, and the process to achieve that dream."

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Growth- Episode 89

Growth is a buzz word. But few can actually explain what it means. What strategies, tactics, and tools actually facilitate growth? Tune in for insights from Kevin Eastman. He served over 20 years on active duty in the U.S. Air Force. A drill instructor and recruiter, at the high school, college, and post graduate levels, and regional recruiting supervisor

- Master's degree in Business Management

- Keynote speaker

- Community activist

- Self-development book author

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Autonomy- Episode 88

Freedom. It's important. It means many things to many people. People of all races, creeds, languages and national origins have bled and died for it. But keeping freedom isn't free. It must be protected by laws, through votes and through protesting the unjust uses of those laws or the heavy handedness of those who are supposed to serve we the people, but serve they the lobbyists or they the factions.

There is no self empowerment without autonomy. And since that is the entire purpose of this podcast to enhance each individual life so each individual can positively impact his or her circle, it's a great day to release this podcast discussion.

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Free Spirit- Episode 87

One of my favorite quotes is, "Well behaved women rarely make history." This quote hints at a powerful truth. Change, an amazing legacy, social progress and even personal transformation almost always require defying some of society's expectations, stepping out of the norm, being a free spirit. But sadly, that nonconforming spirit is missing from many people's lives,, and not enough people make it a priority. Join Dr. Marcia Martin and I as we discuss this important success principle.

1. What does being a free spirit mean to you?

2. Were you always a free spirit? If not, how did you decide to step out of the norm and follow your own path? What role did that play in your personal fulfillment?

3. How do you deal with societal judgment and disapproval as you pursue your personal vision? How do you keep your joy in the midst of setbacks?

5. Are role models, accountability partners or mentors a part of your pursuit of answering the questions - Who am I? Why am I here, and where am I going?

6. What has being a free spirit done for you?

7. services

8. Background- Dr. Marcia Martin M Ed, Ph D ��� The Heart Healer, is a spiritual empowerment coach, minister, bestselling author, public speaker, and clairaudient angel communicator who specializes in helping people heal their relationship with themselves. By healing the heart of all past pain and trauma you���ll be able to establish and maintain healthy relationships with yourself and all others so you can live a successful life.

Her unique, heart-centered, energetic, healing approach, Angel Heart Healing, enables you to build the perfect relationship with yourself and helps you answer the questions, ���Who am I? Why am I here? and Where am I going?���

Marcia will help you release your greatest fear so you can achieve your biggest dreams as you heal your heart and transform your life..

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_eyiKmwrcky3Oz-y6vnRzQ Join my spiritual community for additional help and support: https://bit.ly/my_hearts_desire website - www.mmhearthealer.com

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There are 86 more published episodes on varying topics!

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The audio is also on all podcasting platforms and available by googling The Zennurgy Podcast. Some links are here��https://linktr.ee/zenase

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