Wishbeads Podcast

Former creative director, Koren Nelson, just launched her dream business! Made for More is a global marketplace for designers, causes, and conscious consumers destined to create a better world. Hear her journey - from the airport layover when she wrote her business plan, to the steps she took to make it happen!

This year I'm celebrating the gift of creativity! In today's episode, I share some reflections on my journey last year with Thorald and Isaac Koren and their program, Your Big Voice. They are phenomenal singer / songwriters and music mentors. Today I'm sharing both a poem and a song I created with their guidance! It's my anthem for this new year ahead. Enjoy!

Jacq joins the podcast again! In this episode, we revisit the power of pushing through our blocks and committing to our dreams by taking action. Jacq leads her scribes in her Write Like a MOFO community, and I'm thrilled to be bringing the Wishbeads experience to her group later this month. In this episode, we chat about accountability and doing the work, especially if you've ever wanted to be a WRITER.

Acclaimed actress, author, film/TV producer, and health advocate, Mariel Hemingway, shares her insights about leading a life full of radiant energy and purpose. In this episode, we chat about her journey - and the deep healing work she's done around her family's history- to become the woman she is today. Deeply committed to sharing her message of health and wellness, she's a true warrior of the light.

Ellen believes that you were born to do energizing, meaningful work. Anything less is a waste of your time and your talents. In this conversation, (recorded before record-high unemployment!), we discuss critical strategies to help you discover the work that makes your heart sing. She's helped countless people get unstuck, and I'm delighted she's sharing her insights - especially now when so many of us are examining our career paths more deeply. Learn more about her coaching services here.

Life-long poet and Hawaiian cultural practitioner, Kanani Aton inspires both her students and her community with her teachings. In this special episode, recorded outside in Hilo, Hawaii in the gentle rain, you can experience her words of wisdom and connect to powerful lessons from the land. Bonus treat - she sings for us as well!

Courtney Abbiati is the co-founder of The Urban + The Mystic, whose customized crystal gift boxes help celebrate special moments in life. In this week's episode, we chat about building businesses with purpose and how we both focus on bringing the power of intention into everyday life - with the healing properties of crystals.

You may know Devin from one of her Best-Selling Books or from one of her 500 media appearances, but her greatest joy is the adoption of her baby girl, who she manifested after a very powerful vision board experience. Hear her remarkable story in today's episode! Check out her website and see pictures of her sweet girl over on Instagram. So sweet!

Since 1972, William Reed has lived in Japan studying and teaching Samurai Culture. Through his mastery in the art of calligraphy and Nanba (Art of Physical Finesse), he has developed a 4 step process to help people pursue, present and profit from their passions. Learn more about his work right here.

If there’s ever been a time for maintaining our wellness, for deep breathing, for positive intentions, the time is now. Here are some thoughts to help keep you strong, optimistic, confident and calm. We're in this together! Learn more about our wellbeing resources here.

Activate your immune system and calm your mind. Close your eyes, relax your body and listen often. This guided visualization is yours to enjoy on demand. For more resources to improve your wellbeing, head over here.

Felicia Alexander, recovered corporate executive and most recently, co-Founder of Box Union, knows how to lead life with a generous spirit. Her boxing studios teach you how to relieve stress and build strength by boxing to the beat, but as a leader, her true genius is helping others through connections. She lives the motto, "Together we rise." It's my pleasure to introduce her to YOU!

Shannon has built his top-rated podcast SOUL FEED, his meditation following, and his business by listening to his heart, serving the world, and quieting his mind. We chat about entrepreneurship, mindfulness and living life with your eyes (and hearts) wide open. Read more about Shannon here.

Leadership coach and business strategist, Ginna Christensen takes us on a deep dive to really clarify what we really want, instead of what we think we SHOULD want. If you've ever questioned your wish, give a listen to this candid conversation. Learn more about Ginna right here.

New York City's award-winning real estate broker Ann Cutbill Lenane truly lives her motto, "Annie Gets It Done". In addition to selling billions of dollars in real estate, her now-famous viral video ad which ran in NYC cabs, highlights how being bold can change your life in unexpected ways!

Meaghan Murphy is simply a force! Her infectious positivity can be felt everywhere she shares her message of living a fully charged life - in magazines, on TV, and especially on her delightful Instagram posts. She's an accomplished media executive and attributes her latest book deal to her Wishbeads bracelet! We had so much fun recording this episode!

In case you’re wondering how the Washington Nationals won the World Series, it’s thanks to Jennifer’s Wishbeads bracelet. Hear her story PLUS her incredible contribution to children whose mothers are deployed in active duty for the US military. She’s incredible!

There are some truly special people in my life who have been a major part of my Wishbeads journey - my awesome family. In this episode, you'll meet Robert, my husband and best friend for as long as I can remember. Graphics, videos, podcast editing - you name it, he does it all. Oh yes, and there's a special guest who pops in as well. Welcome to the family business!

Alexandra Franzen is a writer, consultant, and entrepreneur based in Hawaii. A female Fred Rogers with blue hair and an aloha vibe, she's the QUEEN of inspiring folks to make tiny goals, unplug from technology and live life as if you only had 24 hours left on the planet. Check out her latest creation, The Checklist Book! It will change your life!

Jessica Cording, MS, RD, CDN, INHC is a registered dietitian, health coach, and writer with a passion for helping people streamline their wellness routine and establish a balanced relationship with food and exercise. In the podcast, we chat about the power of tiny shifts in our habits! Learn more about her new book, The Little Book of Game Changers!