In this interview, we talk about a favorite topic and an important one – volunteering with our children. Many parents have a strong desire to incorporate volunteer activities into their children’s lives, but finding places and opportunities can often be a challenge, especially for younger children. In this episode, I talk with Raising Kindness co-founders on the unique and creative organization they founded to help kids and parents give back in a fun, easy, inspiring way. If giving back an important part of your parenting strategy? If so, I’d love to hear what you are doing to incorporate this into your lifestyle. And if you are in Denver, be sure to check out Raising Kindness and the incredible opportunities to volunteer with them.  

Community for the Soul

Season 02 - Episode 07: Raising Kindness

Meghann Conter is one of those people who inspires others to be their best self, to live their best life, and to go for their dreams. She’s not a coach or a counselor by trade, but how she shows up and what she has created, has formed a safe and supportive space that allows women business owners to flourish. As the founder of the Dames, Meghann focuses on creating intentional gatherings for women to connect and have fun. In this episode, we talk about the key components to creating communities that work, what makes some groups fall apart, and one crucial ingredient we all need to succeed. Tune in to this inspiring interview on the podcast!

Meghann Conter - Creating Intentional Connections

My guest this week is the type of person who isn’t afraid to start a conversation with any person she comes across, someone who risks it all to put herself out there, and teaches us that we can learn a lot about ourselves and others just by staying curious. Tune in to this weeks episode with Carlyn Shaw, founder of Strangers to Friends, to discover how we can all benefit from increasing our vulnerability, showing up where we are uncomfortable, and for finding connection in the most unlikely places.  

Episode 05: Strangers to Friends with Carlyn Shaw

When we started this conversation, I knew it would be meaningful to me. I’ve had a heart for travel for some time now. My eyes have been opened to a global connection and the wonder that transpires when we transplant ourselves among different people, values, and traditions for some time now. But what I so loved about this conversation with Lydia Dean, Founder of GoPhilanthropic, was her pathway to listening to the calling of doing this important work, her own reflection on what it took to create something like this, and to do in the most responsible and effective way. In this episode, we talk about her personal story and struggle with living a life that didn’t feel was living up to her calling, how she took years to uncover what she was meant to do, and how she has been putting it into action over the last decade. Listen all the way to end for some of the best advice on living your own calling.

Season 02 - Episode 04: Philanthropic Travel with Lydia Dean

Tara Emrick is like sitting down with your best friend you never knew existed. She’s the exact person who can make you feel like you belong and that’s exactly the work she is doing in the world. In this episode, we talk with author of Thirteen Reasons Why You Belong, a conversation and guidebook written for teenagers to inspire more connection in our youth. We also discuss her new program with the HIP ME Project and how schools are using mindfulness as a way to support their students.

Episode 03: You Belong with Tara Emrick

I love this episode for so many reasons, and I especially love the work that is being done with Extreme Community Makeover. But what I really love is how Angela was part of an original idea of people who were willing to collaborate and make something happen. In their first year they had over 2000 volunteers, now ten years later they are serving over eight different neighborhoods throughout Denver and creating significant impact with both volunteers and the recipients of their work.  Tune in to this week’s episode where Angela and I discuss volunteering and impact, as well as the progression of Extreme Community Makeover and how we can all do a little bit to make a difference. And I love when Angela said, “There is a lot of good in the world and there are a lot of people who want to do good work. Often times we don’t talk about the good things people do, and they way people show up and do make a difference. “ If you are looking for a little good in your world today, be sure to listen to this latest podcast.

Season 2 - Episode 02: Extreme Community Makeover

In this episode, we talk with Patricia and Craig about the art of convening. Convening is a mindful approach to how we gather. In this episode, you'll discover tools and resources on how to more effectively gather people in your work, life, and world. "Convening is anytime you are engaged with one or more people." - Craig and Patricia Neal

Season 02 - Episode 01: The Art of Convening

In this episode, Diana shares an uncommon four-letter-word: rest. We unpack why rest is so challenging, why it’s important for our well-being and communities, and how we can get more of it. I loved when Diana said, "We have lost the art of what it means to rest."  Tune in to discover what rest means for you and how you can also design an extended period of rest, with what Diana calls a sabbatical. 

Episode 32: Diana Smith - Rest

In this episode, Bruce shares what authentic, bold leadership looks like in our lives and at work, and what we can do to cultivate more of it in our lives.

Episode 31: Bruce Wilhelm - Boldly Living Leadership

In this episode, Jess shares tools and strategies we can use for self-care and how we can move away from stress, burnout, and overwhelm. In our conversation, we discussed: Radical self growth and why it’s crucial to your growth Assessing what areas of your life are out of balance And what it means when resistance shows up in your body  

Episode 30: Jess Bonasso - Radiant Self Care

In this episode, Dale uncovers what is keeping us from living authentically, and shares how we can uncover our specific strengths to help us live a more meaningful life. Dale says, “We are supposed to be our little slice, instead we take on too much and then we constantly feel like we are not enough.” Tune in to this week's episode to discover your type.

Episode 29: Dale Wilsher - Your Authentic Type

In this episode, motivational speaker George Carroll, shares how we can improve our mindset, develop a positive attitude and embrace change all while living in alignment with our values. Find out what he means when he says, "Garbage in, garbage out," and why he says we are all capable of achieving our dreams, but some of us aren't willing.    Tune in for this inspirational interview. 

Episode 28: George Carroll – Manage Your Mindset

In this episode, author and thought leader Danny Levin, shares how the world is like a mosaic, and how each piece contributes to its exquisite beauty. Get inspired and discover The four points and practices of making our life like a mosaic Why a community of like-minded people isn’t what you need What most people in the world say they want, and one thing no one ever asks for Why being happily ordinary is better than being extraordinary Danny says, “At the heart of every single being is goodness,” and I love the stories he shares to bring us into that sense of truth.

Episode 27: Danny Levin - The World as a Mosaic

In this Earth Day episode, Deb shares how we can connect more to the natural world and deepen our sense of self and spirituality along the way. We discussed how...  - Rhythms impact our life and you can tap into your own natural rhythm  - To make connecting with nature easier and more accessible - People communicate with animals and how everyone has that ability  Deb says, "It’s our birthright to have a connection to everything, because we are a part of nature. We are nature and everywhere is nature."  

Episode 26: Deb Matlock - In Community with Nature

In this episode, we get inspired by Julia’s passion and love for living a life of purpose. Tune in to hear why she believes purpose has very little to do with what we do for a living. In this conversation, we discuss: What exactly is purpose and how you can find it The ABC’s of living a purposed life And why it’s good to be fed up You’ll also want to listen all the way to end to hear Julia’s special message for you, it brought her and I both to emotional place.

Episode 25: Julia Gentry - Living Purposed

Community for the Soul features change-makers and difference makers who are building community and changing the world one project, business, or idea at a time. Tune in with Andrea to be inspired to make a difference in your own community. In a world where we are inundated with so much bad news, Community for the Soul focuses on what is good and right, highlighting people and topics that are shaking up communities. Your source for ideas, inspiration, and the motivation you need to get out and make a difference in your own backyard. Community for the Soul is your reminder that each and every person matters, who you are can make a difference, and no matter what—you belong. Hosted by Andrea Costantine.

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