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Hello to you listening in Walla Walla, Washington!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.What are three key take-aways from your business or entrepreneurial journey that made you who you are? Does your business narrative inform and inspire audiences to change their perceptions or behavior in relation to the solutions you offer to their problems? Do prospective clients see Who you are?Do they understand the Why of your mission or purpose?Most importantly, do they know the unique way you have of doing business - your How - that’s as singular as your fingerprint?CTA: If you’re ready to dust off and re-write your narrative so that your Who, your Why, your How come together in a clear, concise and cogent message to say what you mean and mean what you say, get in touch with me today to learn how you can unearth your narrative and amplify your voice. Direct message me on LinkedIn OR e-mail me! You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult, and✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Arlington, Virginia!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Have you ever wondered how stories can bridge gaps between conflicting viewpoints? Recently I had the privilege to chat with a favorite entrepreneur, colleague and fellow podcaster, the remarkable Erin Marcus of Conquer Your Business and your Ready Yet? podcast. Erin and I shared the mic to trade ideas and insights about how to transform your business with storytelling. If you’re curious about doing business a bit better with storytelling and human connection to engage, influence and inspire your audience to action, this episode is for you!Highlights:✓ The profound impact of storytelling in fostering empathy, connection, and authenticity both in personal development and in the business world.✓ Diane shares compelling anecdotes, including historical contexts and personal experiences, to illustrate the transformative power of stories in breaking down barriers and finding common ground.✓ We also discuss how embracing and owning our stories can help build genuine human connections that are crucial in today's noisy and competitive marketplace.Click HERE to watch the episode on YouTubeClick HERE to watch the episode on Conquer Your BusinessGet in touch with Erin MarcusBio:Erin Marcus is the founder and CEO of Conquer Your Business, an international company helping entrepreneurs and small business owners get out of reaction mode, be in charge of their businesses and in charge of their lives, and reach heights they never dreamed possible. Contact Info:Website: https://conqueryourbusiness.com/Ready Yet? podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ready-yet-with-erin-marcus/id1535555147Facebook: @erin.marcus.3Instagram: @erinmarcusconqueryourbusinessLinked In: @erinmarcusconqueryourbusinessSubscribe to Erin's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLFD-aM6LmA10FQrFC_QchQ You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult, and✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Sebastopol, California!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga. I have been following legendary singer/songwriter, actress, teacher, and broad-coalition activist Holly Near for decades and decades. Once upon a time I sat in on a concert she gave at the Orange Coast Unitarian Universalist Church in Costa Mesa, California. My life was never the same. I felt then that music can be a vehicle for empathy, understanding, introspection, and social evolution in a rapidly changing world.Of her many songs that speak to me and millions of listeners like me Planet Called Home never fails to resonate. It’s the kind of earth-moving inspirational that will make your socks roll up and down and get you using your creativity to help this planet called home. How? “If each one did just one thing beautifully * Complex life on Earth might not die.”Click HERE to listen to Holly Near sing Planet Called Home/The Souls Are Coming Back on her recording of the same name.Click HERE to watch and listen to Holly Near’s performance of Planet Called Home given at the 2003 Bioneers National Conference.Story Prompt: What is the one thing you can do beautifully? Are you ready to brave what it will take to do that for our Planet Called Home? Write that story! Planet Called Home [Song by Holly Near]… Can you call on your imaginationAs if telling a myth to a childPut in the fantastical, wonderful, magicalAdd the romantic, the brave and the wild… Once upon a time there was a powerSo great that no one could know its namePeople tried to change it and rule with itBut always such arrogance ended in shame.… Thousands of years would pass in a momentHundreds of cultures would come and goEach generation with a glorious callingEven when they were too busy to know… And then one day after two millenniaWhich after all was a small part of timeHundreds of souls found their way out of nowhereTo be on earth at the threat of decline… Let's all go, they moved as one beingEven though each would arrive here aloneThey promised to work in grace with each otherTo brave the beautiful planet called home… Now, there was no promise that they could save itBut how exciting to give it a tryIf each one did just one thing beautifullyComplex life on Earth might not die… And so they arrived in a spectrum of colorsThe population on earth did explodeSome threw themselves in front of disasterAnd others slowly carried their load… Some adopted small girls from ChinaSome lived high in the branches of treesSome died as martyrs, some lived as healersAnd, some bravely walked with a dreadful disease… They mingled among each class and each cultureNot one of them could be identifiedBut together they altered just enough momentsTo help the lost and the terrified… To step outside of our egos and bodiesTo know for once that we truly are oneThen quickly we would forget to rememberBut that's okay, their job was well done… And earth went on for another millenniumNow its time for this song to endThis magical story of hope and wonderInvites you all to wake up and pretend to be… Fabulous creatures sent from the powerSouls that have come with one purpose in mindTo do one thing that will alter the outcomeAnd maybe together we can do it in time… Can you call on your imaginationAs if telling a myth to a childPut in the fantastical, wonderful, magicalAdd the romantic, the brave and the wildThe souls are comin backThe souls are comin backThe souls are comin back!You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ For a no-obligation conversation about your communication challenges, get in touch with me today✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Queens, NYC, New York!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.Recently I enjoyed a nourishing conversation with my friend, colleague and fellow podcast host, jeannette meier, Ph.D. of Leadership CiRCLE who lives by “.... freedom, being who i am and creating what i love. i invite you to be the same. This earth is co-created by people, you and me, not corporations, governments or nations.... jeannette is a true leader who applies her wisdom to everything she creates and is what she wants to see in the world.”Together jeannette and I created memorable moments to share so that you can feel renewed, refreshed, and restored with ideas for co-creating harmony, imagination and creativity in freedom.What you can expect:✓ Easing into the day by centering yourself into your Self✓ Anchoring who you are by sharing stories with others✓ The power of pausing, giving and receiving in harmony.✓ How fear blocks people from showing their uniqueness, and how by daring to explore beyond your comfort zone it finally shines through✓ Co-creation using heart, voice, work, and human connection in loveIf you are curious about the power of gratitude, true leadership skills, social consciousness, and limitless possibilities, this episode is for you. Join us and feel the freedom to live life in co-creation!Click HERE to listen to the Leadership CiRCLE Podcast:Click HERE to watch our conversation on YouTube:Click HERE to read our conversation: jeannette meier, Ph.D.'s Bio:Jeannette Meier Ph.D. guides you into uncovering your uniqueness and leadership power by listening to your heart and connecting to your freedom to be who you are and create what you love.She co-creates with you, dancing in the harmonious giving and receiving, nurturing each other through the heart, and creating relationships that grow you.Jeannette graduated in 1996 with a degree in Systems Engineering and has worked in the IT SAP world since then.In 2012, she founded a social enterprise to serve those making a positive impact worldwide. In 2018, it developed into the Positive iMPACT Movement, which today integrates the Leadership CiRCLE for the New Earth.The CiRCLE is a space to reclaim the world through true leadership, encompassing love, uniqueness, and co-creation.Jeannette envisions a world led by people who are their own leaders, who grow their uniqueness, and who share their wisdom and truth through who they are and what they love to create, changing the world from the inside out and for whom co-creation is the doorway to their highest potential.The CiRCLE inspires and empowers people to be their leaders, expand love from the inside out, grow their uniqueness, and co-create a new society. Jeannette believes in the limitless potential that men and women have, not in governments, corporations, or nations.She is a Doctor of Philosophy specializing in Conscious-Centered Living. She also has a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in metaphysical science.First and foremost, she is a true leader who applies her wisdom to everything she creates and is what she wants to see in the world.Today, she co-creates conversations with like-hearted others for the Leadership CiRCLE podcast. On this platform, she delves with her guests into the essence of true leadership, sharing personal experiences and insights.Get in Touch With jeannette via WEBs & SMAbout me: https://jeannettemeier.com✓ The Positive iMPACT Movement: https://pimov.earth✓ Leadership CiRCLE subscription: http://eepurl.com/g-MZUD✓ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeannettemeier/✓ YouTube: https://youtube.com/jeannettemeier✓ Instagram: https:/instagram.com/leadership.circle✓ Leadership CiRCLE Podcast✓ Spotify: https://bit.ly/spotify-leadership-circle✓ Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/apple-leadership-circleYou’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ For a no-obligation conversation about your communication challenges, get in touch with me today✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Piscataway, New Jersey!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Recently my friend, colleague and fellow podcaster, Anke Herrmann and I sparked the story airwaves with 10 very fast-paced, humor and content driven minutes that covered storywork like you’ve not heard it before.What you can expect: ✓ What's your story?✓ How does your story influence and impact the work you do?✓ How do you tell that story in a way that's engaging and gets the right point across?✓ Your Who, Your Values, Your Why, and Your How ..... and more!If you want the inside track on tips to say where you came from and how you got to where you are in life in a way that gets you heard in the right places, this episode is for you! Join us for a delightful, thought-provoking and inspiring conversation that might just spark you to share YOUR story in a whole new way. Click HERE to watch the videoClick HERE to watch What's Your Story? Diane Wyzga Listens It Out of You on YouTube Anke Herrmann's Bio:In 2004, she quit her software developer career in London, moved to Spain, and turned her passion for sewing into a business, specializing in flamenco dance costumes."Let's see what happens," was her business plan.It felt like riding a wild elephant until she realized that building a business is a CREATIVE PROCESS, the same as developing software or sewing a dress - a magical mix of vision, skill, and soul.Now, she brings her background in tech and everything she's learned over the years about business, marketing & psychology to help passion-driven coaches and educators build a Boutique Business that allows them to grow without burning out or scaling the joy out of it.She's a certified Clarity Coach, author of Taming the Tech Monster and founder of Soul Touched by Dogs."Get in touch with Anke Herrmann:https://ankeherrmann.comhttps://soultouchedbydogs.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/anke-herrmann/https://www.facebook.com/herrmann.anke/https://www.instagram.com/ankeherrmannbusinessgrowth/You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ For a no-obligation conversation about your communication challenges, get in touch with me today✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you Patrice (long-time follower and supporter) listening in Big Bear, California!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga.“Happiness is pretty simple: someone to love, something to do, something to look forward to.” [Rita Mae Brown, Hiss of Death]Said another way, “The three grand essentials of happiness are: Something to do, someone to love, and something to hope for." [Alexander Chalmers, Scottish writer whose papers are held at the National Library of Scotland]Either way, it all comes down to the same thing, right? Do what WAKES you happy!You heard that right. If you WAKE happy with something to do, someone to love, and something just around the corner on its way to you, there will be relatively few problems, obstacles, and other situations that truly interfere with your growing sense of esteem and well-being.Story Prompt: Who are you and what WAKES you happy? Write that story! You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Discovery Consult,✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening on Camano Island, Washington!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.Social media platforms can feel like echo chambers with everyone clamoring for the same thing: attention to their product. But you are not a product; you are a Presence. Your work, your message, your origin story is your You. It's the message of your heart. The message that says this is me! This is what I stand for! This is how I express myself! This is how I serve for the good!What would it take to reclaim your Presence whether you have a case to win, an origin story to tell, a keynote to shape, or a vision to sell? I believe that you know what you want to say; you just need someone to listen it out of you.As a story guide that is precisely what I do. How? Using traditional storytelling techniques and methods plus 30 years of story work in law, healthcare, business, education, and public speaking I help you get to the heart of your message and the message of your heart to reveal the You in your work. It’s a radical shift in mindset because my approach recognizes that you are not a product - you are a Presence. And, you are what the world needs and wants.CTA: If you’re curious about getting to the heart of your message and the message of your heart so you are seen, heard, understood, and listened to, contact me on LinkedIn or by email at Quarter Moon Story Arts to schedule your free Discovery Chat. You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Kirkland, Washington!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.My Camino de Santiago pilgrimage is never far from my thoughts. Folks ask me all the time about the courage it took to walk 500 miles across Spain. But the courage was preceded by curiosity: What’s out there? Who might I meet? How will I manage? Do I have what it takes? What if I quit? Following are some good words to help you step into the adventure that’s waiting for you:“You can't stay in your corner of the Forest waiting for others to come to you. You have to go to them sometimes.” [A.A. Milne]“One doesn't discover new lands without consenting to lose sight, for a very long time, of the shore.” [Andre Gide]“Within all of us is a varying amount of space lint and star dust, the residue from our creation. Most are too busy to notice it, and it is stronger in some than others. It is strongest in those of us who fly and is responsible for an unconscious, subtle desire to slip into some wings and try for the elusive boundaries of our origin.” [ K.O. Eckland]Question: What are you curious to know? What courage will it take? What are you waiting for? You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Helena, Montana! Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Recently Sarah Elkins of Elkins Consulting asked me a question on her podcast: would you share a story about a client who came to you with an Origin Story challenge and how you solved it based on the process you’ve developed.Challenge: My client was launching her consultancy business providing corporate managers with solutions for creating sustainable positive change in the workplace; but she felt she had no clear story to share about what she was offering and why.Solution: We spent several weeks on an archeological dig of her life to uncover clues in her memories, experiences, values, education, ideas, and achievements. The archeological dig is the place where all the hidden treasures are found to manifest the Origin Story. It was an “ah ha!” moment for my client when she stepped into her power and confidently created her Origin Story that embraced her Who, her Why and her How - in her own words, her own voice.Process: Your Who + Your Why + Your How => Your Origin Story - the story of how you got from There to Here as well as the roadmap for how you’ll get from Here to There.Your Who: Who am I? What are my values, character traits, ideals, voice, purpose, and so on?Your Why: What’s my Why? What’s the work I offer, who’s it for, what’s it for, and why does it matter?Your How: What’s my How? How do I do my work in a way that is uniquely mine, that sets me apart and above all the rest?Question: Why is this step-by-step process key to creating a robustly authentic Origin Story? Because until we know Who we are we cannot understand our Why; and until we know our Why we cannot understand our How. It works together in a orderly process. Benefit: What did my client gain apart from a deep understanding of herself? A successfully solid Origin Story for her About page, marketing, branding, and keynote material, communication strategies, engaging story examples, and most importantly the power of her voice to say what she means and mean what she says so she is heard and listened to. CTA: If you’re curious about how you might benefit from gaining communication insight tools and skills for your Origin Story, let’s have a discovery chat. DM me on LinkedIn or e-mail me: [email protected]. You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga.The Camino de Santiago de Compostella is fairly well marked with yellow arrows painted by volunteers and images of scallop shells pointing the way West. But every once in a while - like life - the way is unclear, unmarked, hidden even. You can get lost. I learned this the hard way. Now what?You must stop and listen to your own voice. Silence the noise, the chatter, the distractions about which way to go. Your own knowing will help you out when you ask. And your guidebook. And your experience. Breathe. Quiet. Listen. Choose. Walk on. Eventually the Camino taught me that there is always a yellow arrow; but it might not be where I was looking.Story Prompt: When have you walked your way from lost into the clear? What happened next? Write that story! Practical Tip: The magic of stories is also in the sharing. If you wish share your story with someone or something. All that matters is you have a story.You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Bedford, New York!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.Have I got something special just for you! It’s the brainchild of my long-time friend and colleague, Donna Cravotta CEO of Cravotta Media Group: => BeVisible Club.Problem:✓ Are you confused about how to creatively use AI to advance your professional visibility?✓ Have your marketing strategies stopped working for you?✓ Do you want to enhance your visibility in your business but are unsure what to do and how?✓ Is your valuable content gathering digital dust so it’s invisible?Solution: For a very limited time (24 hours!) you can activate this offer to get in on the ground floor of the BeVisibleClub. What do you get?✓ Strategies to take you to the future✓ Storytelling Skills✓ Audience Development✓ PR/Media Masterclass✓ AI Tools✓ 155-page Coursework Workbook Roadmap✓ Braintrust to support your individual visibility plan✓ Like-minded community of professionals✓ Meetings online twice monthly✓ and, there’s more!When: The Community kicks off on Thursday 11th July 2024 at 2PM EDTLearn more:https://bevisible.clubhttps://cravottamediagroup.com/be-visible-club/TIME-LIMITED CTA: Anyone who joins by Thursday 11th July 2024 at noon EDT will be locked in for renewals at $1500 per year. Payment plans are also available. This offer will NOT be repeated. Jump on it right now!ResourcesDonna Cravotta, CEO and Founder, Cravotta Media GroupBio:Donna Cravotta is the CEO and Founder of Cravotta Media Group and the creator of BeVisible.club mastermind, and The Real 50 over 50: The Wisdom Revolution, a visibility project featuring 100+ women over the age of 50 who are quietly, or not so quietly, making a difference.After years of creating marketing strategies and building customized online platforms, Donna saw a recurring theme. Clients had gaps in their own stories. They left out parts of the journey that got them to where they are today. This gap created a disconnect in their work and in their marketing.So she flipped her own story, spent more than a year evaluating 40 years of working experience, listened to and learned what small businesses need, and redesigned her business. Now, her focus is on guiding clients as they pull together all of the parts of their stories and mix tried-and-true strategies with new technology to be visible and connect with their perfect audiences.Get in touch with Donna:Website: https://cravottamediagroup.comE-mail: [email protected]’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Slatina, Romania!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga. I was asked the other day if Quarter Moon Story Arts (my consulting practice) and Stories From Women Who Walk (this podcast) are the end of the road for me. When might I begin to wrap things up?In the immortal words of Al Pacino’s Academy Award winning character, Lt. Col. Frank Slade: “I’m just getting warmed up!” This much I know: some folks spend the first half of their lives building a life and the second half trying to keep it from falling apart. As for me I’d like to be Under Construction when it’s my time to go.Question: What about you? How are you getting warmed up for what’s next in your Life?You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Lake Worth, Florida!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Working with my clients I become deeply involved in their Creation or Origin Stories. Creation stories provide important information about culture, values, ancestors and so forth that are passed down from generation to generation through storytelling. These stories inform our lives and help us create our own professional and personal stories.Often we imagine that only our good, wise, best choices and opportunities deserve to be part of our Creation story. Not so! I’m here to tell you, “Out of a whole lifetime, by God, sometimes the only thing that saves a person is error, and I know that we shall not be saved so long as our error is not precious to us.” [Clarice Lispector, from the story “Mineirinho”]You see, when we embrace our wrong turns, dead ends, mistakes and missteps as being precious to us, we can learn who we are not, who we are not meant to be, what we are not called to do. In our errors we find our very own powerful Creation story. My clients ask me how to find the powerful Creation story that belongs to them and where to start. I tell them: “Just pretend like it will all make sense if you simply begin.” And. It. Does.Story Prompt: When have your errors and missteps guided you to the heart of your narrative? Write that story!Practical Tip: The magic of stories is also in the sharing. If you wish share your story with someone or something. All that matters is you have a story.You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales Complimentary Coaching Consult today,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved

Hello to you listening in Utica, New York! Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.Recently, I had the pleasure of sharing the mic with my Story Sisters, memoirist Gail Harris, poet Gina Mazza, and podcast host Mark O’Brien who had the idea to bring us together because: “From my perspective, it was like watching a fireworks display. Their energy was brilliant, spontaneous, and joyful. I dubbed them The Magic Mavens. And I invited them to join me to share their amazing energy with a wider audience.” Please join us!Highlights• Calling to purpose,• New ways to look at narratives,• Healing power of human connection in the sharing of stories,• How unexpected questions and insights can lead to nontraditional approaches to story, and• Spiritual creativity.Click HERE to watch the broadcast on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lM183hKG55I]Please be sure to spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment; it helps us all.ResourcesIf you enjoyed the show, please follow Mark O’Brien on The Anxious Voyage. https://dreamvisions7radio.com/the-anxious-voyage/Broadcasts Weekly Monday 1am/1pmETLive 1st & 3rd Mondays 1pmETYou can find Gail Harris and her work here:https://lnkd.in/erKk7rXYhttps://lnkd.in/eRMJHZdNhttps://lnkd.in/e7yxanMHYou can find Gina Mazza and her work here:https://ginamazza.com/https://lnkd.in/efsexCDwhttps://lnkd.in/er_-9iwQYou’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ For a no-obligation conversation about your communication challenges, get in touch with me today,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello, to you listening in Genoa, Italy!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Recently, I had the pleasure of talking with my friend and colleague women’s mid-life coach Miri Taub, founder of Spark Her Midlife. Together we created magic talking about finding your voice and storytelling excellence. If you are feeling at a loss for words, curious about communication tips, or the power of unearthing your Origin Story to authentically connect with your audience, this episode is for YOU! Highlights: • Your origin story for personal & professional success• Tips to elevate your communication skills• The power of your voice to be seen, heard, understood and listened to• Close the gap between who you are & what you say• Story presence creates possibilityClick HERE to catch the replay of our 45-minute engaging, inspiring, and value-packed conversation on Streamyard: ResourcesContact Miri Taub to inquire about her coaching and counseling servicesWebsite: https://www.sparkhermidlife.comE-mail: [email protected] You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer✓ Arrange your no-sales, complimentary Coaching Consult on Zoom,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Schaarbeek, Brussels, Belgium!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga.After 4 years, almost 1,100 episodes 5 days a week to my global audience, and maintaining the top 3% of podcasts worldwide I’m stepping back. I’ll continue to offer 60 Seconds on Motivate Your Monday, Wednesdays on Whidbey, and Story Prompt Friday. Freeing up some creative broadcast time allows me to offer story workshops, story retreats, public speaking, podcast guest spots, and writing on Substack as “Wyzga on Words,” my current work in progress.Story Prompt: Perhaps like me you are examining goals, dreams, desires, and visions. What’s new for you? What happens next? Write that story!You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Colville, Washington!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.Recently I was asked: How are you disrupting the status quo narratives? How and where are you sharing your stories, and encouraging others to tell theirs?I believe that I listen keenly to stories and then tell the world something it needs to hear. How do I do that? I’ve designed my daily 60 Seconds podcast episodes to help shift the status quo narratives so we - especially women - are seen, heard, understood, and listened to. Whether it’s words of poetry, a page from my life story, something to ponder as you wander, or a story prompt to invite you to begin your own writing, I now have over 1,100 global episodes inviting us to shift attitudes, behaviors, and even culture. As Quarter Moon Story Arts I help women discover and uncover their origin or personal brand story because it's the most consequential one they will ever tell: how they got from There to Here. I'm a storyteller who believes in the power of the spoken word. There are few words more powerful than those spoken by women. I help professional women find the words they didn't know they had to connect with, engage and influence their audience while transforming the lives of those they serve. That’s what I stand for.CTA: If you are curious about how to create a ruckus with your words, disrupt the status quo narratives with your story, connect and engage with the power of your voice, contact me for a no obligation, no sales, no pressure Discovery Chat at [email protected] or on LinkedIn. There are stories waiting to be told and heard. They are yours. You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out What I Offer,✓ Arrange your free Story Start-up Session,✓ Opt In to my monthly NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Chesaning, Michigan!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Recently, I had the pleasure of sharing the mic as co-host with my friend, colleague, podcast host, author, and genuinely curious human being, Jeff Ikler, Quetico Coaching about the mission of Casting for Recovery. CFR is a national nonprofit serving women with breast cancer using the therapeutic sport of fly fishing. Our guest is Susan Gaetz, the executive director for Casting for Recovery.If you are curious to learn how this remarkable idea was launched, and how 30 years later CFR continues to help comfort, support, and heal women battling breast cancer, this very special episode is for you. Join us! Three Highlights:• Healing Through Nature: Casting for Recovery offers unique retreats specifically designed for women breast cancer survivors. By combining fly fishing with oncology support, these getaways provide a chance for women to reconnect with nature, build confidence, and find solace in a supportive community.• The Power of Fly Fishing: More than just a hobby, fly fishing offers therapeutic benefits for recovering women. The gentle act of casting helps with physical rehabilitation and provides a welcome distraction, keeping both mind and body active.• Beyond the Reel: Casting for Recovery goes beyond the basics of fly fishing. Their approach focuses on empowering women, building competence and comfort in the outdoors, and fostering lasting connections among survivors.Click HERE to listen to our conversation on Jeff Ikler’s website, Quetico Coaching. Click HERE to listen to our conversation on Apple Podcasts Please be sure to spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment; it helps us all.RESOURCESSusan Gaetz is the executive director for Casting for Recovery, a national nonprofit using the therapeutic sport of fly fishing to serve women with breast cancer. Susan has been a fixture at CfR for many years. She began volunteering for the organization 25 years ago. She joined the national staff in 2010 as Regional Program Manager and became Program Director in 2016. She lives in Austin, TX, and holds degrees from Vanderbilt University and the University of Texas at Austin.Contact Susan:Website: www.castingforrecovery.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/castingforrecoveryInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/castingforrecoveryJeff Ikler is the Director of Quetico Leadership and Career Coaching. “Quetico” (KWEH-teh-co). He works with leaders in all aspects of life to identify and overcome obstacles in their desired future. He came to the field of coaching after a 35-year career in educational publishing. Prior to his career in educational publishing, Jeff taught high school U.S. history and government.Jeff has hosted the “Getting Unstuck—Cultivating Curiosity” podcast for 5 years. The guests and topics he explores are designed to help listeners think differently about the familiar and welcome the new as something to consider. He is also the co-host of the Cultivating Resilience – A Whole Community Approach to Alleviating Trauma in Schools, which promotes mental health and overall wellness.Jeff co-authored Shifting: How School Leaders Can Create a Culture of Change. Shifting integrates leadership development and change mechanics in a three-part change framework to help guide school leaders and their teams toward productive change.Contact Jeff:Executive Coach - Personal Leadership: https://www.queticocoaching.com/Podcaster: Getting Unstuck – Cultivating Curiosity https://www.queticocoaching.com/blogCultivating Resilience: A Whole Community Approach to Alleviating Trauma in Schoolshttps://www.queticocoaching.com/trauma-in-schoolsAuthor - Shifting: How School Leaders Can Create a Culture of Changehttps://www.amazon.com/Shifting-School-Leaders-Create-Culture/dp/1544381395/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?keywords=shifting%3A+Hpw+School+Leaders+Can+Create+a+Culture+of+Change&qid=1580215015&sr=8-2-fkmr0Instagram - @jeff.iklerYou’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ For a no-obligation conversation about your communication challenges, get in touch with me today✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Invercargill, New Zealand!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga.From the novel Love in the Time of Cholera: “He allowed himself to be swayed by his conviction that human beings are not born once and for all on the day their mothers give birth to them, but that life obliges them over and over again to give birth to themselves.” [ ~ Gabriel García Márquez]Our rebirth manifests as a story, and another, and another, and another.In my very earliest days as a beginning storyteller I learned 3 lessons that helped develop my role as a “story doula” or midwife to stories.One. Each person knows the story they want to tell; all they need is someone to listen it out of them.Two. When we listen the story out of another we do so with respect, delight, and appreciation.Three. Listening out the story in this way awakens the creative intelligence of the storyteller.Story Prompt: What rebirth are you listening for? Write that story!You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ For a no-obligation conversation about your communication challenges, get in touch with me today!✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Carrickmacross, Ireland!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.To truly live with meaning, we must explore a place more exotic than the farthest corners of the planet - the depths of our inner being. It is only in these depths that we discover the truth of who we are and the enormity of our power.Imagine that a safe harbor exists where you can say what you mean and mean what you say. Imagine a listener who takes you seriously so that you speak in your own time, your own words, your own voice, and the spirit of who you are. Imagine discovering the truth and power of your Who.Whether you are seeking communication transformation, clarifying a vision, amplifying your voice, crafting your Origin Story for reach and influence, over-coming “stage fright willies” to reach a wider audience, or finding the words to simplify complex ideas into easily understood messages I can help you be seen, heard, understood and listened to.CTA: Curious about bringing your brave, brilliant, bold, and beautiful self to life? Join me in a no-sales discovery call here: https://www.quartermoonstoryarts.net or e-mail [email protected]. You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ For a no-obligation conversation about your communication challenges, get in touch with me today!✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Arles, France!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Recently, I had the pleasure of sharing the mic with my friend, colleague, podcast host, and career consultant Emily Carlson about helping women find the words they didn't know they had to be seen, heard, understood, and listened to while unbalancing the status quo. We discuss the importance of knowing your values especially when seeking new career avenues, keeping true to your own beliefs, and when to make a career move. If you’re curious about the power of “Each One Lift One” and paying attention to your singular voice as you change paths, this episode is for you. Join us!Highlights• Facing career challenges and what to pay attention to.• How do you know what career path or direction to take?• Importance of networking and career paths. • The tools and services Diane provides women through her organization, Quarter Moon Story Arts.Click HERE to listen to our conversation on Spotify.Please be sure to spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment; it helps us all.ResourcesEmily Carlson, Chief Executive Officer, PBA ConsultingWebsite: www.consultwithpba.comE-mail: [email protected]: 585-703-6258Powered by Authenticity Podcast: On a mission to change the trajectory of equity and inclusion for females, this podcast will bring you insightful, inspiring conversations from women who are forging ahead in careers that do not have a balanced female representation. We'll also discuss resources to help those who want to get started or re-start their careers ...and, hey, we may just bring insights as to what it means to balance it all as a parent along the way!You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ For a no-obligation conversation about your communication challenges, get in touch with me today!✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack and on LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Aukland, New Zealand!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga. There is a gift in hindsight!Hindsight can show us how a breakdown becomes a breakthrough, a spiritual crisis becomes a spiritual awakening, a trail of tears becomes the trail of gratitude.It has to be hindsight because when we’re swamped by difficult situations we feel scared, uncertain, anxious, or worse. Then time passes.Now, we can look at the gift in what we perceived as complete and utter failure to create a new life, share our ideas, grow our business, and so on.What we perceived as failure becomes the opportunity we could not appreciate when we were feeling like a loser.Time and hindsight become growth.Story Prompt: Think about a time when it looked like you had failed miserably, but with time and hindsight you grasped the opportunity for a do-over. What happened then? Write that story!You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your free no-obligation Discovery Call to learn more,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Port Townsend, Washington!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.Admiralty Head Lighthouse harkens back to the day of sailing ships powered by wind. When the ships entered the Strait of San Juan de Fuca from the Pacific Ocean the ship captain would know to steer a hard right to starboard when he saw the blazing beacon from the Lighthouse high on a bluff 127 feet above Admiralty Inlet before continuing safely south to Puget Sound and on into Seattle. Each lighthouse - no matter where in the world - has its very own distinctive light pattern, or signature. Lighthouses mark points of navigation, warn about dangerous coastlines, and guide ships into a safe harbor.But not all harbors are created equal for all boats. Some are for deep draft vessels, others for pleasure craft, and so on. Here’s the thing about a lighthouse: it doesn’t run up and down the coast beckoning all boats to its harbor. It serves a specifically sized boat.Question: Lighthouses don’t chase boats; why do you chase clients? What is it only you have to offer? Who needs it and wants it? How will you attract your particular client with your very own distinctive beacon of light? And, how will they know you are signaling them?Call to Action: If this episode resonates with you and you’re looking for someone to help navigate you and your message, contact me on LinkedIn or Quarter Moon Story Arts for a no-sales complimentary consult. You’re invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, I hope you’ll subscribe, share a nice shout out on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time! Remember to stop by the website, check out the Services, arrange a Discovery Call, and Opt In to stay current with Diane and Quarter Moon Story Arts and on LinkedIn. Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present: for credit & attribution Quarter Moon Story Arts

Hello to you listening in Billericay, Essex, England!And a short YouTube Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Folks ask me: What was the most difficult lesson on my Camino de Santiago pilgrimage? Letting go. Letting go of the way I was. Letting go of my old self. Giving myself over to the walking.You think it’s easy? Get up in the dark, pack in the dark, head out in the dark. Walk 15 or 20 miles a day, no matter how hot or cold or wet. No matter how rocky or lonesome or tired. Nothing prepares you for walking Camino but to walk Camino. How do you do it? Here’s a tip: surrender. Give yourself over. You are here now. Make the most of it. When you want to stomp around and make furious gestures, make the most of that. Make the most of your joys and complaints. Give voice to them all.And then give yourself back to the only job you have: to walk. Every day my Camino lesson shows up like this: “Just walk it off, Diane!”Question: What single-minded purpose of yours guides you along your way?You’re invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, I hope you’ll subscribe, follow, share a 5-star rating and nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time! Remember to stop by the website, check out the Services, arrange a Discovery Call, and Opt In to stay current with Diane and Quarter Moon Story Arts and on LinkedIn. Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present: for credit & attribution Quarter Moon Story Arts

Hello to you listening in Lucknow, India!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga./“Story is a way to resurrect our humanity so that we can engage and connect with others and transform the lives of those we serve.” [Diane Wyzga]We are all “living stories.” The best stories usually arise from the pivotal moments of our lives. Why? People face hardships. Our hardships show us the way to recovery. When we tell our stories - when we give ourselves permission to express that wounded, vulnerable, authentic side - those who hear our story can say, “What! You, too? I thought I was the only one.” [C.S. Lewis] And now that I know I’m not alone I, too, can summon the courage to get myself from Here to There.Story Prompt: When have you given yourself permission to tell yourself about how you overcame hardship? What happened next? Write that story!You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ For a no-obligation conversation about your story questions, don’t delay - get in touch today,✓ Opt In to my Every Now & Again NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn and as "Wyzga on Words" on Substack.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Hackney, London, UK!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.Maybe like me you grew up at a time when children were supposed to be seen and not heard. I ask you! What child doesn’t want to be heard? And yet society worked hard to quiet our voices. In time I was able to say, "Hey! Nobody asked me about being quiet. I want to be seen, heard, understood and listened to!" I had to work at saying what I mean and meaning what I say.It’s not just words. No two voices are alike. Each voice has a singular tone, an energetic imprint that’s all its own. Our voices have the power to heal, to hurt, to love, and to transform others. When we are aware of the impact our voices can have, we can consciously choose what we are expressing, and how we are making ourselves heard.It’s your voice. It was made to be heard. When we take responsibility for the power our voice has to shift attitudes and behaviors, unbalance the status quo, and create harmony and compassion in the universe, that’s the place where we become seen and heard.Question: How do you plan to become seen and heard today?You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ For a no-obligation conversation about your story questions, don’t delay - get in touch today,✓ Opt In to my Every Now & Again NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn and as "Wyzga on Words" on Substack.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Utica, New York! Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Recently, I had the pleasure of sharing the mic with my friend, colleague, podcast host, author and genuinely wonderful human being, Dave Roberts, (The Teaching Journeys podcast) about the mission of empowering women through storytelling and resilience. If you are curious to learn how adventure, justice and self-expression show up in Diane’s mission to empower women, this profoundly revealing episode is for you! Join us!Highlights• Diane’s post-college backpacking adventure across Europe, serving as a USNavy nurse, and pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago;• The importance of understanding one's identity (your Who) through personal narratives;• The role of safe spaces in amplifying voices;• Emphasizing self-empowerment through affirmations like 'I am, I can, I will'; and• The tools and services Diane provides women through her organization, Quarter Moon Story Arts.Click HERE to listen to our conversation on Apple.Click HERE to watch the broadcast on YouTube. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OC_gxhy228E&t=3s]Please be sure to spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment; it helps us all.ResourcesDave Roberts, MSW, LMSW is an adjunct professor of psychology child life at Utica University, an author and a bereavement support specialist. He created The Teaching Journeys Podcast with one thing in mind: To have meaningful conversations with individuals , young and old, whose life journeys/challenges, can teach us something about addressing our own. It is Dave's hope that the teachings from these conversations live on in future generations. "We are all students and teachers...... let's learn from each other."• The Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on your favorite podcast platforms: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-teaching-journeys-podcast/id1680247119• To find out more about Dave go to: davidrobertsmsw.com and his author site psychologyprofessorandminister.com• Email: [email protected]• Blog: When the Psychology Professor Met the Minister: https://psychologyprofessorandminister.com/blog/You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ For a no-obligation conversation about your story questions, don’t delay - get in touch today,✓ Opt In to my Every Now & Again NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn and as "Wyzga on Words" on Substack.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Powder Springs, Georgia!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga.What is vocation? Frederick Buechner says, “...it’s the place where your deep gladness meets the world’s deep hunger. What a long time it can take to discover, to be called to your deep identity, your true self who came here with your very own vocation. Yes, for some of us it can be a long way to find out who we’ve always been and then to become that. We may wish to try on the selves of other people but at the end of the day the question still remains: Why are you not you?It was a very long walk but I found my way as Quarter Moon Story Arts. Story Prompt: Who are you when you are your truest self? Where does your deep gladness meet the world’s deep hunger? Write that story!You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you please subscribe, spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Opt In to my Every Now and Again NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work , and✓ Stay current with Diane on Substack (Wyzga on Words) and on LinkedIn Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Muhos, Finland!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.We’ve had days of continuous rain; but I’ve discovered an antidote to cabin fever: walking the deep woods on my island. In the forest I’m reminded of the reciprocity of the universe - the give and take between us and the highest of powers.In her book Native: Identity, Belonging, and Rediscovering God Kaitlin B. Curtice asks: “What is it about a walk in the woods to remind us about the reciprocity of the universe? What do I mean? The bloodline of God is connected to everything . . . shells on the ocean shore, the mushrooms growing in the forest, the trees stretching to the clouds, the tiniest speck of snow in the winter, and our dust-to-dustness—we are all connected and tethered to this sacred gift of creation.” [Kaitlin B. Curtice, Native: Identity, Belonging, and Rediscovering God]Question: How does it feel when you are deeply connected, when you know that where you are is where you belong?You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you please subscribe, spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Opt In to my Every Now and Again NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work , and✓ Stay current with Diane on Substack (Wyzga on Words) and on LinkedIn Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Warsaw, Poland!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Recently, I had the pleasure of sharing the mic with my Canadian friend and colleague Beverley Glazer of Reinvent Impossible, Inc. who helps “woman over 50 discover their true purpose, to reinvent themselves and live a life with meaning, passion, and fulfillment.” Together Beverley and I are helping women who desire to rewrite their narrative, speak their truth, and discover just how influential their Origin Story can be for beginning anew, human connection, engagement, and leadership.If you are curious about exploring courage, resilience, and the undeniable ripple effect of embracing all the potential that is your origin story, to connect more deeply with yourself and others this episode is for you! Join us and be inspired!Highlights:• Diane's resilient journey from incest survivor to professional story activist wielding her voice as a tool for change;• The unstinting pursuit of engagement and authenticity in a world that often encourages women to be anything but;• The crucial role of reclaiming your voice no matter what you're going through;• How overcoming personal challenges and fears can lead to a life filled with adventure and purpose; and• How storytelling is not JUST expression, but a powerful medium that can have incredible impact.Click HERE to listen to our conversation on AppleClick HERE to listen to our conversation on SpotifyPlease be sure to spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment; it helps us all.ResourcesBeverley Glazer MA., ICCAC“Create a life you love.”Premier Custom Coaching Solutions for Business & LifeReinvent Impossible, Inc.: https://reinventimpossible.com/Schedule a conversation: https://calendly.com/reinventimpossiblePodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aging-with-purpose-passion/id1562514982E-mail: [email protected]: 1-514-288-1891 You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you please subscribe, spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Opt In to my Every Now and Again NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work , and✓ Stay current with Diane on Substack (Wyzga on Words) and on LinkedIn Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Reykjavik, Iceland!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday with your host, Diane Wyzga. Recently, a friend and colleague asked me if I might have “a balanced, introspective, and helpful word or two that would help us pause and think about the passage of time, priorities, where/who/what is the “center” around which life and time revolves.”This is the way I would say it if I could say it this way:In the richly imagined novel, Mink River by Brian Doyle a medal is being awarded to a small town cop who helped stop a terrible man from hurting others but suffered terrible injuries himself as a result. Listen to what is said on pages 309 and 310.Thank you for your prompt, David Reynolds! Click HERE to access David’s book, Lead Learn Change, on Amazon. Story Prompt: What would you like to say to “help us pause and think about the passage of time, priorities, where/who/what is the “center” around which life and time revolves"? Write that story!Practical Tip: The magic of stories is also in the sharing. If you wish share your story with someone or something. All that matters is you have a story.You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Opt In to my Every Now & Again NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on Substack and LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Saint-Eustache, Quebec, Canada!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.Fact: No one can teach anyone how to be a storyteller; although there are many who claim to be able to do just that.But there are people who can teach you how to teach yourself to be a storyteller. I am one of them.CTA: How will you know? Let’s have a conversation. You can arrange for a free 45-minute Story Start-up Session by tapping the LINK in the Episode Notes OR emailing me at [email protected] OR direct message me on LinkedIn. It’s time to tell your story! You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Opt In to my Every Now & Again NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on Substack and LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Flushing, Borough of Queens, New York!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Maybe like me you stop and wonder who you are, where is the girl (or fellow) who used to be you, whether you’re on the right track, and so on. It feels insecure, doesn’t it, not to have all the answers sometimes. Perhaps there is great wisdom in resting in that insecurity, stop resisting, stop pushing back, wait for the time (and the answer) that will come.The poet, Derek Walcott might have been musing on these questions when he wrote Love After Love. He might have known his words would bring comfort, hope, anticipation, maybe even optimism. That’s what poets do. Love After Love“The time will comewhen, with elationyou will greet yourself arrivingat your own door, in your own mirrorand each will smile at the other's welcome, and say, sit here. Eat.You will love again the stranger who was your self.Give wine. Give bread. Give back your heartto itself, to the stranger who has loved you all your life, whom you ignoredfor another, who knows you by heart.Take down the love letters from the bookshelf, the photographs, the desperate notes,peel your own image from the mirror.Sit. Feast on your life.” [- by Derek Walcott] You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Opt In to my Every Now & Again NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on Substack and LinkedInStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Cologne, Germany!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga.My baby brother, Paul, is a well-married, well-established adult whom I love dearly. It seems like only yesterday the family of 9 was camping in New Hampshire. One morning the parents parked the family station wagon in a grocery store lot taking Paul with them seated in the grocery cart. Time passed. They returned with the groceries, stowed them in the station wagon, got back in and drove away leaving Paul in the shopping cart in the parking lot. Of course us kids thought this was hilarious and we waved goodbye out the windows.Time passed. Mom looked around asking: where’s Paul? We could barely speak for laughing. One brave soul pointed back in the direction we came. Ever see a station wagon pull a 180 at high speed on a country road? There he was just where the parents left him, calmly looking around at whatever was there. Paul’s sense of serenity has stayed with him over the decades. As has his story. Story Prompt: Once upon a time you were too young to remember; but, there are parents, siblings, maybe family friends who are all too eager to share a story or three about what happened to you when you were too young to remember. Reach out to them and discover it. What is that story? Who shared it with you? What did it feel like to hear it? Remember to “Write that story!” and say: “Thanks for the memories.” You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn and SUBSTACKStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Pender Island, BC, Canada!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga. To this very day my clients from classrooms to courtrooms can repeat my opening lines about presentations:“Put down the paper and nobody gets hurt.”“It’s a privilege to stand and deliver your work with your words in your voice; so use it!”The human voice is the most powerful instrument we have to heal, inspire, unify, and entertain. A “heartfelt story artfully told” breaks down barriers, invites community, solves problems, and influences decisions. I believe that our audiences are hungry to receive the gift of our spoken words. As a speaker you will hear right away when a written turn of phrase fails, when you lack a bridge from one thought to the next, or when your story begins to unravel like an old sweater because it lacks integrity; it does not hang together from beginning to end.I have produced almost 1,100 podcast episodes. Over the 4 years that Stories From Women Who Walk has been on the global airwaves I’ve cultivated a practice of embedding stories and messages, tips, techniques, story prompts, commentaries, and provocative questions into mere minutes. These episodes are my audio business cards.Practical Tips:• Get comfortable with the sound of your voice.• The more you speak your words out loud the more confident you become, more fearless, more influential.• Embrace the power of your spoken word.• Practice speaking your written words before you deliver a program, speech, presentation, or idea pitch.• Your clear, concise, and compelling spoken words are a gift from you to your audience. Take advantage of it!CTA: "If you can't find the right words, don't default to the wrong ones.” Check out the many services I offer to force your Communication Transformation at Quarter Moon Story Arts. Schedule a no-sales, complimentary coaching consult. I can help you successfully clarify your ideas and amplify your message. Let’s do this!You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn and SUBSTACKStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello, to you listening in Huntsville, Alabama!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Recently, I had the pleasure of sharing the mic with my friend and colleague Debbie Sluys of Dare to Declare who helps “ambitious individuals and entrepreneurs turn their wants, hopes, dreams and desires into tangible realities using the Dare to Declare™ Method.” I'm excited to share our visionary conversation. This episode is for anyone curious about walking the Camino de Santiago; the power of their heartfelt story to make the change they seek; how vulnerability connects us to those we serve; the difference we make with our spoken word; and manifesting a new version of ourselves. If you are ready to manifest your dreams into reality by embracing your potential, take a listen!Highlights:• Walking a 500-mile pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago and how it almost didn’t happen;• The unexpected value of story in personal and professional development, and how to teach yourself so you learn storytelling for life; • Lessons from a father: how to put the brakes on the hamster wheel and ease into life going like a river; and, • The archeological dig that reveals our origin story that confirms our Who so we’re aligned with our Why.Click HERE to listen to our conversation on SpotifyClick HERE to watch the podcast episode on YouTubeResourcesDare to Declare website: https://debbisluys.com/Contact Debbi Sluys: Instagram * Facebook * YouTube * Linked in: https://debbisluys.com/contactE-mail: [email protected] to Declare Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daretodeclarepodYou’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn and SUBSTACKStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Schaarbeek, Brussels, Belgium!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga.After 4 years, almost 1,100 episodes 5 days a week to my global audience, and maintaining the top 3% of podcasts worldwide I’m stepping back. I’ll continue to offer 60 Seconds on Motivate Your Monday, Wednesdays on Whidbey, and Story Prompt Friday. Freeing up some creative broadcast time allows me to offer story workshops, story retreats, public speaking, podcast guest spots, and writing on Substack as “Wyzga on Words,” my current work in progress.Story Prompt: Perhaps like me you are examining goals, dreams, desires, and visions. What’s new for you? What happens next? Write that story!You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening all around the world!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Thoughts on Thursday and your host, Diane Wyzga!Several years ago I started the practice of opening each daily 60 Seconds episode with a shout out: “Hello to you listening in ....” I’ve been asked whether there really are listeners in these locations and why do I say “Hello”?Yes, indeed! Each and every location is really real representing folks listening from where their feet touch the ground or road they are walking. How do I know? The Simplecast platform provides its users with a global map that highlights in yellow the cities and towns where folks are listening to my podcast. I’ve collected 81 pages of global locations.Why do I continue this practice? To recognize, acknowledge and thank you for listening in on our global community, even if we never meet. I research each location to learn something more about your home. Then I share a URL in the Episode Notes so other curious listeners can visit online; together we explore the world. CTA: If you have not yet heard your town or city mentioned on this podcast, email me so I can be sure to give you a shout-out! Meanwhile, keep listening, share this podcast with your friends and rellies, and email me some good words to hear from you. I read and reply to each and every nice note!You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out What I Offer,✓ Arrange your free Story Start-up Session,✓ Opt In to my monthly Engaged Storyism© Network NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane and on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Snohomish, Washington!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds (and a bit more) for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.What problems do I solve? I help women discover, shape and share their Origin Story - the story of how they got from There to Here - so they can connect with, engage, and inspire their audience to action.Imagine the endless possibilities to inspire, influence, and persuade with your origin story: branding, marketing, public speaking, keynotes, presentations, podcast interviews, pitching your business or ideas to investors or prospects, and more!When you showcase your origin story you reveal:• Who you are; what you want people to know about the genuine you;• What you stand for, your reasons for your goals and ideas; and,• How your vision for what could be connects with the values of the people you’re speaking to. How do I work with you? With personalized one-on-one consulting, self-guided learning, and production assistance I help you say what you mean and mean what you say so that you are seen, heard, understood, and listened to. For example:"Perhaps you are a mid-career professional or business owner looking to build greater visibility and leadership. I help experienced women - like yourself - discover their Who as well as their Why, clarify their ideas, and amplify their messages in their own voice with the spirit of who they are.""This might be the moment to recreate your business or personal narrative, to rediscover your talents and write your next chapter. Working together we’ll stimulate deep self-reflection and bold action so you confidently, deliberately become who you aspire to be.""Picture your origin story shaping your marketing, your ideas transforming into powerful presentations, your voice resonating with conviction as you share your message. I'll help you manifest this vision."CTA: The key to our partnership is collaborating to bring your desired future into reality. Curious? Click HERE to arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult. Isn’t it time to say what you mean and mean what you say?You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Front Royal, Virginia!Coming to you from Whidbey Island Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Time Out Tuesday and your host, Diane Wyzga.I’ve been asked, What one thing do you offer that no one else does? Here’s my answer: “I listen keenly and then tell the world something it needs to hear.” Perhaps like these borrowed words:"Lord, make me a channel of disturbance.Where there is apathy, let me provokeWhere there is mindless compliance, let me bring questioningWhere there is silence, may I encourage voices to be heardWhere there is too much turning away and too little action, grant me disruption for community’s sakeWhen laws dictate that pain is ignoredWhen tradition speaks louder than needGrant that I may seek to do some good rather than talk about what needs doing." [Anon]Question: What about you? What one thing do you offer to the world that no one else does?You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello, to you listening in Darmstadt, Germany!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Recently, I had the pleasure of sharing the mic with my friend and colleague Alethea Felton whose coaching mission is “Courageous, Authentic, Purpose-Filled Living Despite Obstacles.” Question: What happens when we uncover, discover, embrace, and share our unique personal story? We recognize the strength in our own voice and the greatness we're destined to achieve. This episode is for anyone ready to rewrite their narrative, speak their truth, and discover just how influential their story can be. Get ready for an exploration of courage, resilience, and the undeniable ripple effect of embracing all the potential that is your origin story!Highlights:• How Diane’s love of storytelling led to becoming an origin story co-creator for women;• Unpacking the essence of an origin story and its pivotal role in shaping identity and purpose;• Examining the intricate dance of listening and sharing, pushing back against injustice, and the importance of being seen and heard through the unique lens of personal experiences; and• Sharing strategies for overcoming the fear of vulnerability and the importance of women voicing their stories.Click HERE to catch the replay of our engaging, inspiring, transformative, and value-packed conversation on BuzzSprout. Click HERE to catch the replay of our engaging, inspiring, transformative, and value-packed conversation on Spotify. Click HERE to catch the replay of our engaging, inspiring, transformative, and value-packed conversation on Apple Podcasts.Connect With Alethea Alethea Felton Coaching, LLC: https://www.aletheafelton.com/Connect with Alethea: https://linktr.ee/aletheafeltonListen to The Power Transformation Podcast: https://powertransformation.buzzsprout.com/E-mail: [email protected] @aletheafeltonLinkedIn @Alethea FeltonFacebook @Alethea FeltonYou’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, Complimentary Coaching Consult,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Edmond, Oklahoma!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds of Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Maybe like me you practice paying attention to signs, symbols, people, and opportunities that show us the way, help us make a decision, provide what we need just when we need it. The Universe has unlimited ways to get our attention, wake us up, and help guide us on the path. It’s a good reminder that we do not go it alone.The other day I reconnected with Donna Cravotta, friend, colleague and the brilliance behind Cravotta Media Group and Real 50 Over 50 Visibility Project. We arranged for a 20-minute Meet & Greet that became a richly rewarding 90-minute heart-to-heart dialogue.Along the way I learned about a daily practice that Donna has taught others: You don’t go to bed until you can name something you learned and someone you helped.Story Prompt: What daily practice of yours keeps you going? Write that story!You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out What I Offer,✓ Arrange your Complimentary Coaching Session,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Peoria, Arizona!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Thoughts on Thursday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Maybe like me you’ve moved from one place to another, or changed job positions, become an entrepreneur instead of an employee, or moved duty stations if you are in the military. I’ve experienced all these changes.But, you know what, I didn’t fully consider beforehand what I would be leaving behind until I read this question: “If I were moving away soon, what would I most want to do, and who would I most want to spend time with?”QUESTION: For those who might be getting ready to leave one place or situation for another, what's your answer to what you most want to do, and who you most want to spend time with? You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer ✓ Arrange your no-sales Complimentary Coaching Session,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Ritzville, Washington!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds (and a bit more) for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.Fact: No one can teach anyone how to be a storyteller; although there are many who claim to be able to do just that.But there are people who can teach you how to teach yourself to be a storyteller. I am one of them.Here’s how I teach you to teach yourself. We start here: you know the story you want to tell, the ideas you want to clarify, the message you want to amplify; all you need is someone to help listen it out of you; to help you find the words you didn’t know you had. Why is this key? Because you’re in charge; you’re empowered; you will use your own words in your own voice to connect human-to-human. Emotional connection doesn’t get any more authentic than that.Over my lifetime I’ve dedicated myself to helping professionals bring their stories to life in the publishing realm, courtrooms, hospitals, board meetings, or the airwaves. My clients’ stories have influenced juries, built markets, spread ideas, and catalyzed change. What’s more, I created my 60 Seconds podcast episode method - a niche the world needs - almost 4 years ago and grew it to over 1,000 global episodes.Benefit & Take-away: What’s the benefit to you? What will you take away? Your origin or personal brand story for marketing, connection, and influence. A heartfelt story artfully told about how you got from There to Here, the challenges you faced, the goals you accomplished, and why the journey matters so that you, your work and ideas are recognized for the value they are! Your story told with clarity and confidence.CTA: Curious? Let’s have a conversation. You can arrange for your no-sales complimentary Discovery Coaching Session by tapping the link in the Episode Notes OR e-mailing me at [email protected] OR direct message me on LinkedIn. You’ve always had the power, my dear! Now it’s time to tell your origin story. You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out What I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales, complimentary Discovery Coaching Session, ✓ Opt In to my monthly NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Pamplona, Spain!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Time Out Tuesday and your host, Diane Wyzga.I was asked the other day what do I do when I’m stuck? When the client work isn’t as robust as I’d like? When the podcast episodes don’t seem to flow from a place of creativity but feel bogged down in muck.You know what I mean. We’ve all been there. I have an idea to share and I bet you have some, too. Research has shown that movement, not language, is the foundation of thought. [Mind in Motion: How Action Shapes Thought by Barbara Taversky] Action shapes thought. There’s a lot of neuroscience I don’t understand about how it works; but I can say this: while I don’t know how it works I do know that it works. Motion is the lotion for our thoughts. Maybe we’re a species of movers and shakers first. Think about it! We were cave drawing before we began talking in words.When you get to that place where you feel stuck in the mucky middle of a project, idea, book chapter, whatever. Get up and move. Draw your stuckness. Stick figures are fine. Symbols are great. It’s not about the art; it’s about the motion that creates the thought you want to have. Try big sidewalk chalks on a concrete driveway or magic markers on a big easel pad. I like the big Post It easel pads. I can draw on a page, rip it off the pad, stick it to the wall and after I have a few I step back to look at the problem. The answer is often staring me right in the face.Question: What also works for you when you are stuck in the mucky middle? You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer✓ Arrange your no-sales, complimentary Coaching Session,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello, to you listening in Genoa, Italy!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Recently, I had the pleasure of talking with my friend and colleague women’s mid-life coach Miri Taub, founder of Spark Her Midlife. Together we created magic talking about finding your voice and storytelling excellence. If you are feeling at a loss for words, curious about communication tips, or the power of unearthing your Origin Story to authentically connect with your audience, this episode is for YOU! Highlights: • Your origin story for personal & professional success• Tips to elevate your communication skills• The power of your voice to be seen, heard, understood and listened to• Close the gap between who you are & what you say• Story presence creates possibilityClick HERE to catch the replay of our 45-minute engaging, inspiring, and value-packed conversation on Streamyard: ResourcesContact Miri Taub to inquire about her coaching and counseling servicesWebsite: https://www.sparkhermidlife.comE-mail: [email protected] You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer✓ Arrange your no-sales, complimentary Coaching Consult on Zoom,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Fort Collins, Colorado!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Two Old Women by Vella Wallis recounts an Alaska legend of betrayal, courage and survival. Based on an Athabascan Indian legend passed from mothers to daughters of the Upper Yukon Valley in Alaska this tale tells how 2 old women abandoned by their tribe during a brutal winter famine create a means to survive. After being left behind in a snowy woods one woman says to the other, “We may die out here - at least let us die trying.”My prayer goes like this: “One day I will die. Let me die doing - no try.” Story Prompt: I imagine you have a prayer of your own. Where did it come from? What inspired it? How does it help you? Write that story! Practical Tip: The magic of stories is also in the sharing. If you wish share your story with someone or something. All that matters is you have a story.You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales complimentary coaching session,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Jablonne nad Orlici, Czech Republic! Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Thoughts on Thursday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Maybe like me you have spaces in the year when you are not overly busy. In fact, you might be underly busy. Perhaps your reaction is to scramble to be productive. But productivity is not always related to action. What if there’s another valuable way to use the underly busy times? Amos Tversky, an expert of decision making, wrote, “The secret to doing good research is always to be a little underemployed. You waste years by not being able to waste hours.” [Amos Tversky — An Amazing Man]Practical Tip: Think about this for a moment. What’s the rush? There is time to devote to day dreaming or staring out the window while giving our wonderfully creative imaginations time to breathe, show up, solve a problem. Question: What would be so wrong about giving ourselves permission to be a little underly busy? How might that notion play out in your world?You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales complimentary coaching session,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories from Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.Do you FEEL it inside? Nagging at you? Just out of reach?You have something to say. But you can’t find the words. So, your story can’t create the change you want to see.For 30 years, I’ve helped people take their story from a message only they could hear to the publishing world, the courtroom, hospitals, board meetings and more.Stories that swayed juries. Built markets. Spread ideas. Changed things.Today, I help socially conscious women professionals and entrepreneurs create their origin story with the spirit of who they are. It may be the most consequential story you’ll ever tell; the one that reveals how you got from There to Here. If you can feel the story in you, that’s enough to get started. I’ll help you find the words you didn’t know you had so you can give voice to the heart of your message and the message of your heart. Then we’ll launch it so you can create the change you want to see and be.CTA: If you are a professional or entrepreneur who's committed to building her origin story with the spirit of who you are, for branding, marketing, speaking, your About page, or something else, let’s work together to create the change you want to see!Feel welcome to DM me: Diane on LinkedIn, check out all the wonderful offerings on the Quarter Moon Story Arts website, or email me at [email protected]!Let's make 2024 the year you create & tell your origin story!You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales complimentary coaching session,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Hello to you listening in Bordeaux, France!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Time Out Tuesday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Maybe like me you find yourself stuck in a line at the post office, the grocery story, the ferry terminal, or just everyday traffic red lights as far as the eye can see. You feel yourself growing increasingly impatient, chest clenches, heart rate ticks up, shoulders squeeze, lips tighten. No peace of mind to be had.Practical Tip: You are not only the master of your fate - you are also the master of your mind. All it takes is a little practice. Try this: Breathe in slowly and mindfully saying to yourself, “This is my in-breath. I know I’m breathing in.” Pause for a moment and breathe out slowly and mindfully saying to yourself, “This is my out-breath. I know I’m breathing out.” After a few of these in-breaths and out-breaths (or maybe more than a few) you’ll feel yourself softening, your shoulders relax, your heart rate slows, your mind a bit more calm, peaceful, steady and ready to continue on your project, on your way.Remember that this practice is available to you at any moment to restore and refresh. Guaranteed! You’re always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Services I Offer,✓ Arrange your no-sales complimentary coaching session,✓ Opt In to my NewsAudioLetter for bonus gift, valuable tips & techniques to enhance your story work, and✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer’s Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.