Doing the Work with Jay and Becca

This week we are using Jay's book, Lean Inside, to help guide our discussion about the book The Four Spiritual Laws of Prosperity by Edwene Gaines. This book. This woman! If you haven't read it yet...it is time. One of the "laws" discussed in the book is something we talk about a lot...constant forgiveness. We also discuss what Jay  means when he talks about "doubling down on your spiritual work." What the heck does that mean?  Get the full show notes at www.jayandbecca.com/episodes/episode69

We are finishing up our coaching call from last week with Amanda Gareis on this week's episode. This is the "ah ha" and putting baby steps into place portion of the call...which is always my favorite! What do you do when it all seem like "too much?" Give yourself 5 minutes. That is all your need. 5 minutes.

So...totally fell in love with an Irish lass named Amanda Gareis during this week's listener coaching session! She is amazing. We are talking procrastination. Yup. That thing we have been circling around on the Facebook page over the past few weeks. In fact, it is a topic that I have been hearing within my friend groups, other online support groups and even several random magazine articles. OK UNIVERSE! We hear you! Time to deal with not dealing with shit.

During this week's episode we hit the book again to find a topic! Lean Inside is a perfect book to pick up, choose a page and then let that page guide you where you need to be in that specific moment. Check out what happens though when I pick a number in order to pick a page! Especially with as burnt out as I have been feeling lately! So we are talking commitment and accountability. Join us!

The current political climate has most people on edge and ready to pounce. The Trump Era has proven a difficult path to manage when it feels like a new triggering issue comes out every. single. day. What you resist persists...but what happens when you are resisting for the "right" reasons? When you are standing up for what is right and not allowing the bullshit to continue? Whether you are marching for women or standing up against the ban on Muslims, that resistance is steeped in power, not denial.

Today we taking on Progress Not Perfection! This is one of my favorite "Jayism's" and a mantra I use on a daily basis. Our conversation is specifically around the local county fair and my family's involvement through the years. Thank you for listening. We are so honored to have you with us each week.

Oh my gosh you guys...get ready to laugh so hard you pee a little. Seriously. Amy Wright (aka The Drunk Mom) is truly hilarious and puts a completely different spin on the job of "mom." She is real and she is one of the funniest women I have ever met.

The Drunk Mom is a Facebook page that is filled with videos and hilarious posts created by Amy. She also is building her tribe of awesome mom's who are ready to admit defeat from the tiny sock invasion called The Drunk Mom's Club...you can register on her website at www.thedrunkmom.com. (Amy warns NOT to forget the "the" before drunk...otherwise you might get a big surprise!) And she has a BOOK! Yes! Go buy this book!

And while you will literally will be laughing out loud, Amy isn't just about the comedy. She is about empowering moms to be the kind of mom they want to be. It is about embracing the messy and forgiving yourself. And maybe hiding in the pantry with a box of wine...

A little more background on Amy with her bio--

"First and foremost, I'm a mom and have been my entire freaking adult life. I didn't used to drink at all... and then I had a teenager. It was self medication or the nut house, ya'll. My husband and I have 5 kids in our blended family and yes, we know what causes it so please don't ask or I'll make shit real awkward for you. We live in the Charlotte area of North Carolina, a few hours from the beach (AKA- heaven) and two hours from the mountains. It's awesome. I started my online business in 2009 and tried to fit into a little box of elevator speeches and niches and "5 secrets to blah, blah, blah" for yeeeeeears. And shit just didn't work out for me the way I wanted. I learned assloads about business, especially the online variety, but I got sick of trying to squeeze my ass into that little box. So I gave it the double bird and ripped that box apart, piece by piece. I embraced all of the parts of me that I loved and those that made me happy despite what other people thought. I combined them into this fun fucking place that you're cruisin' right now. It's me... 123%. I also pay the bills as a freelance copywriter over HERE.

And I beg you to go read her "23 Fun Facts About Me" on her website!

Thank you Amy for joining us! Go like her on Facebook, visit her site and buy her book!

If you are currently struggling to achieve a goal, manifest your dreams, or just get over the hump in an area of transformation--we are here to help! Contact us through the contact form or via Facebook to sign up to have a coaching session on a future episode. We would love to help! And a free coaching session from Jay is pretty darn amazing too.

Thank you for listening! We appreciate you!

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A few things mentioned in this episode...

• Lean Inside: 7 Steps to Personal Power by Jay
• Duct Tape Parenting
• The Drunk Mom (book) by Amy Wright

Thank you for listening. We are so honored to have you with us each week.

Today we are talking the topic of Grief. Jay recently lost his brother and we both felt like it was important to address the grieving process in the "work." Because trust us...you can be a spiritually evolved human but when grief hits it doesn't really matter. You just have to walk through it.

Jay has been walking through it and it is important to acknowledge that journey. It is also important to recognize that grief comes from many different things and can affect us in so many ways. Even years and years later...and you will see with my big AHHHAHHAHAHAAA! moment. 

This week we invite you to join us on the Doing the Work Facebook page to talk grief. Are you working through a loss? Are you feeling the continued pain from years ago? We are here and ready to hold space for your journey. 

If you are currently struggling to achieve a goal, manifest your dreams, or just get over the hump in an area of transformation--we are here to help! Contact us through the contact form or via Facebook to sign up to have a coaching session on a future episode. We would love to help! And a free coaching session from Jay is pretty darn amazing too.

Thank you for listening! We appreciate you!

Don't forget to subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher to get your episodes automatically sent to you each week! We would also love for you to submit a review on iTunes!

A few things mentioned in this episode...

• Lean Inside: 7 Steps to Personal Power by Jay
• Lavender House in Lawrence, KS
• Our Patreon Account! Come support the podcast!

Thank you for listening. We are so honored to have you with us each week.

Please note that some of the links are affiliate links through Amazon. We get a little money if you end up purchasing the item through the link. This money helps to keep our podcast on the air! We do not link to anything that doesn't naturally come up in our podcast interviews/conversations. We are not asked to link to any specific product or service. 

You guys get your money ready because you are about to be obsessed with getting a new game called "Spark for Humanity" that was created by our guest on today's episode, Rachel Rosen. You guys. This game is so incredible! And it really is more than a game. It is an opportunity to really SPARK conversation and community. And Rachel? She is simply incredible. Y'all are going to just fall in love.

And because she is so awesome she is offering a 10% discount on ALL her offerings including the game AND coaching, workshops and the fall leadership course as well to our listeners! Simply enter "doingtheworkspecial" at check out or mention the podcast for discounts on services. Thank you Rachel!! 

• Discount code for 10% off all SPARK orders and for coaching / workshops / fall leadership course as well enter "doingtheworkspecial" at checkout and/or mention the podcast for discounts on services.
• Link to schedule a call to learn more about the workshops I offer and/or discover how S.P.A.R.K. Leadership can help support your learning, growth, and development
• Link to their Facebook group, SPARK Facebook Page, and Instagram pages (spark4humanity & loveislove)

A little more background on Rachel with her bio--

Rachel is a seasoned facilitator, leadership coach, inclusion strategist, and speaker, and the Founder of SPARK For Humanity, the community-building card game where everyone belongs. As a Coach and Strategist, Rachel partners with influencers and helps them ensure that their communication and community-building approach is inclusive and intentional. She helps her clients design and facilitate experiences for their diverse teams that allow them to unleash their potential to work together, build trust, and connect in meaningful ways. With a Masters from Stanford, a background in education, leadership development, and racial justice, Rachel is passionate about empowering influencers to lead with their S.P.A.R.K. and ignite positive shifts in the world. 

If you are currently struggling to achieve a goal, manifest your dreams, or just get over the hump in an area of transformation--we are here to help! Contact us through the contact form or via Facebook to sign up to have a coaching session on a future episode. We would love to help! And a free coaching session from Jay is pretty darn amazing too.

Thank you for listening! We appreciate you!

Don't forget to subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher to get your episodes automatically sent to you each week! We would also love for you to submit a review on iTunes!

A few things mentioned in this episode...

• Lean Inside: 7 Steps to Personal Power by Jay
• Waking Up White by Debbie Irving

Thank you for listening. We are so honored to have you with us each week.

Please note that some of the links are affiliate links through Amazon. We get a little money if you end up purchasin

It has been awhile since we have done a coaching call strictly between Jay and I. When we first started the podcast we thought the "real" coaching sessions would make up most of our episodes but over time the topics and interviews with power players have really taken over. So we discussed it and decided it was time to go back to our roots and get some of our actual coaching sessions recorded. And when you listen to today's episode...you will see why.

So...I fell off the horse folks. I stumbled big time and my integrity went out the door. I have been rolling around in the ugly for several weeks and I needed help to get myself back on track. And that is OK! It is normal! I refuse to beat myself up for having a fall. I reached out for help and THAT is the most important part. I knew I couldn't do it on my own. And another reason to acknowledge that this work is never done and having a coach or accountability partner is so vital to keeping focused. 

I get pretty real and raw here...which of course is giving me a vulnerability hangover. But, instead of running from it, I want to share it. I know that I am not alone in the issues I am facing. And if sharing my journey helps even one person...I would be incredibly honored. 

This week we invite you to join us on the Doing the Work Facebook page to talk your stumbles. Lets check in with each other and see where we are. Don't be afraid to let us know you need help. We are here and we see you.

If you are currently struggling to achieve a goal, manifest your dreams, or just get over the hump in an area of transformation--we are here to help! Contact us through the contact form or via Facebook to sign up to have a coaching session on a future episode. We would love to help! And a free coaching session from Jay is pretty darn amazing too.

Thank you for listening! We appreciate you!

Don't forget to subscribe on iTunes, Google Play or Stitcher to get your episodes automatically sent to you each week! We would also love for you to submit a review on iTunes!

A few things mentioned in this episode...

• Lean Inside: 7 Steps to Personal Power by Jay

Thank you for listening. We are so honored to have you with us each week.

Please note that some of the links are affiliate links through Amazon. We get a little money if you end up purchasing the item through the link. This money helps to keep our podcast on the air! We do not link to anything that doesn't naturally come up in our podcast interviews/conversations. We are not asked to link to any specific product or service.