May I Be Heard

About May I Be Heard

"May I Be Heard": A new podcast for women about overcoming fear, embracing vulnerability, and celebrating authenticity. jessicahannaford.substack.com (https://jessicahannaford.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast)

Publisher

Jessica Hannaford

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 Oct 2023

Latest episode

14 Mar 2024

Latest episodes

11 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Mar 2024

   Capturing Success: Mastering the Art of Business Ownership and Photography with Rana Tierney

   Have you ever looked at a woman and wondered how she became so successful, where she gets her confidence, and how she manages so many things at one time? These are the questions I was dying to ask Photographer and Entrepreneur Rana Tierney, owner of Roohi Photography and Tierney Lane Events Space. In this episode, Rana and I discuss entrepreneurship, success, comparison, and failure. We talk about what it means to be a creative, and how she became confident in her work. She offers helpful insight into being a working mother, and even gives me advice on manifesting money and getting over money blocks. You don't want to miss this episode! Roohi Photography (https://roohiphotography.com/) Tierney Lane Events Space (https://tierneylaneevents.com/) Rana's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/roohiphoto/) 2:00 Rana's origins 5:00 How Rana got into photography 7:00 Entrepreneurship 9:45 The business of photography 10:50 Getting over imposter syndrome 12:45 Being who you are 15:00 Motherhood 18:45 Defining success 20:00 The comparison game 23:00 Manifesting 28:40 Tierney Lane 32:45 Money blocks 35:40 Giving ourselves grace 37:00 Social media is not real life 40:00 Becoming confident in your work by getting out of your own head 46:00 Tattoos 49:00 Making time for creative stuff 52:50 Goodbye

2. 

   15 Feb 2024

   One Woman's Journey to Motherhood with Dr. Sharla Sundberg

   A beautiful interview with Dr. Sharla Sundberg, a Stanford-trained general surgeon, on her struggle to create a family of her own. Dr. Sharla gives us an inside look at her fertility journey and what it took to bring her children into this world. We also discuss the difficult task of practicing medicine as a mother, and how she is redefining herself now that she is a mom. Instagram Facebook 3:45 How Sharla met her husband 8:30 Trying to have children 10:50 Beginning her fertility journey 12:20 IUI Attempts 12:50 Cost of fertility treatments 13:55 IVF 15:50 Struggling with infertility 17:40 Feeling like a failure 18:20 Considering adoption 22:00 Coming up with a new plan 25:00 Donor eggs and surrogacy 28:00 Getting pregnant 29:00 And then came Savea! 32:00 And then came Soren! 32:45 Deciding when their family is complete 34:45 Dealing with loss 36:45 Making plans for the future 41:00 Leaving the practice of medicine 45:00 Redefining herself

3. 

   26 Jan 2024

   Dealing with Insecurity and Getting Sober with Amy Guin, Esq.

   Are you interested in dropping the heavy weight of other people's opinions and expectations of you and your life? Are you ready to be your true, authentic self? Attorney Amy Guin went through this process in her journey to recovery, and is here to share her advice and experience in becoming a more authentic human being. In this episode we discuss insecurities, not being enough, how to make time for your self, recovery, and so much more! Intro 2:00 4:30 Peeling back the layers 5:30 Fear of not being enough, falling short of expectations 6:00 Doing enough for yourself 6:40 How Amy grew up 9:00 Authenticity defined 9:30 My own fears and insecurities 10:45 How Amy began to practice authenticity 12:00 “I have to give things to the people they belong to- I can’t carry other people’s stuff. A lot of what I thought was me  really wasn’t- it was the manifestation of me carrying other people’s stuff.” 13:00 If I am not ok I can’t help others 15:00 Amy’s journey to sobriety 18:00 Amy’s calling to help others 23:00 How Amy began her career in law 24:55 The people who impacted Amy’s life 29:45 When we lost touch with reality 33:00 What Amy was like in high school and when she knew she was gay 35:40 Not defining yourself by labels 41:00 Exploring ways to do things your own way 43:00 The motherhood tax 45:00 Exploring our motives 49:00 The one thing Amy wants to do that she hasn’t 52:00 Listening to other people’s experiences 56:00 Goodbye! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jessicahannaford.substack.com (https://jessicahannaford.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

4. 

   26 Jan 2024

   3 Ways to Be More Authentic with Amy Guin, Esq.

   Are you interested in dropping the heavy weight of other people's opinions and expectations of you and your life? Are you ready to be your true, authentic self? Attorney Amy Guin went through this process in her journey to recovery, and is here to share her advice and experience in becoming a more authentic human being. In this episode we discuss insecurities, not being enough, how to make time for your self, recovery, and so much more! Intro 2:00 4:30 Peeling back the layers 5:30 Fear of not being enough, falling short of expectations 6:00 Doing enough for yourself 6:40 How Amy grew up 9:00 Authenticity defined 9:30 My own fears and insecurities 10:45 How Amy began to practice authenticity 12:00 “I have to give things to the people they belong to- I can’t carry other people’s stuff. A lot of what I thought was me  really wasn’t- it was the manifestation of me carrying other people’s stuff.” 13:00 If I am not ok I can’t help others 15:00 Amy’s journey to sobriety 18:00 Amy’s calling to help others 23:00 How Amy began her career in law 24:55 The people who impacted Amy’s life 29:45 When we lost touch with reality 33:00 What Amy was like in high school and when she knew she was gay 35:40 Not defining yourself by labels 41:00 Exploring ways to do things your own way 43:00 The motherhood tax 45:00 Exploring our motives 49:00 The one thing Amy wants to do that she hasn’t 52:00 Listening to other people’s experiences 56:00 Goodbye!

5. 

   11 Jan 2024

   Pushing Past Your Limits with Tara Weiffenbach

   We all have our limits; or at least we think we do. But what if we could push past the excuses and do something we never thought possible- like run 100 miles. In this episode, runner Tara Weiffenbach and I discuss how she was able to train for and run an ultramarathon while working fulltime and still showing up as a mother and wife. You don't want to miss this! Intro 1:45 Why Tara wanted to run an ultramarathon 5:35 Doing something you've never done even though you could fail 6:50 Putting things out in the universe- what is meant for you will always be for you 8:20 One step at a time 10:45- Training- time commitment 12:30 Overcoming adversity when things are out of your control 17:45 How struggles help us in future endeavors 20:00 Knowing how far to push yourself 21:45 Having the right support system 31:35 Daughters watching me sacrifice 35:00 The hardest thing I've ever done 37:00 What my husband's support meant to me 44:00 Trying things for the first time 46:00 Inviting the right opinions 48:25 Running your own race 49:45 Getting over your own excuses 53:00 Getting over the fear of pain 54:00 Showing up how your life allows you to show up 59:30 Knowing your why 1:03:00 Support systems 1:12:00 Go big or go home 1:15:00 Goodbye

6. 

   21 Dec 2023

   How and Why to Forgive with Natalie Baird-King

   TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains the topic of domestic abuse. DISCLAIMER: You should always consult a licensed physician or therapist if you are struggling with mental health issues. This is not medical advice and is based solely on mine and Natalie's personal experiences. We all know the power of forgiveness, but most of us don't know how to forgive someone, especially ourselves. In a heartfelt interview with Author and Speaker Natalie Baird-King, we discuss her incredible journey to forgiving her abusive father after his unexpected death in 2012, as well as her new book on forgiveness. Order Natalie's new book here! Forgiving Unforgivable: The Four Essential Secrets to Overcome Trauma, Stand Empowered, and Step Into Purpose https://nataliebairdmediations.com/speaker/book/ Natalie's TedX Bradenton talk is not yet available. I will post as soon as it is released! Introduction 1:30 Natalie's history with domestic violence 3:00 Natalie's struggles with the effects of domestic violence 6:00 How and why to put it all out there and be vulnerable with others 9:15 4 Steps to finding Forgiveness- HOPE 10:35 Step 1: Hark back, recall the memory of the past as an observer 12:15 How our bodies and minds suppress fear and pain from the past 14:00 Different techniques to bring forth suppressed memories from the past so we can process and release them 16:55 How to center yourself around the memory through meditation 18:25 DMT's role in bringing forth suppressed memories 21:00 Natalie's first experience with domestic violence and her dark closet 23:00 Everybody has a dark closet and a traumatic event 25:30 Climbing up our mountains and releasing past versions of ourselves 27:00 Our goal on this Earth before we pass is to find love for ourselves, because when we find love, we can share that, and then other people can find their own love and they can forgive and find freedom. 27:40 Step 2: Open our hearts and feel the emotion associated with the traumatic event. 28:40 Unless you can understand what those emotions are, you can't release them. 29:30 Step 3: Proclaiming forgiveness isn't for anybody except you. 33:45 Step 4: Experience the freedom and release the emotions of the past. 35:00 Physical benefits of forgiveness 40:00 Research behind the physical benefits of meditation 44:30 Research supporting alternatives to traditional forms of mental health treatment 47:45 Natalie's experience during her Ayahuasca ceremony at Rythmia Life Advancement Center 56:00 Conclusion

7. 

   7 Dec 2023

   How to Reclaim Your Happiness, Time, and Wellbeing with Meredith Killingsworth

   Have you ever wondered what a life-coach actually does and why so many people are using them nowadays? Me too! Until I worked with one. On this episode I discuss my journey through life-coaching with my coach, Meredith Killingsworth. Meredith and I discuss how she helps people reclaim their happiness, time and wellbeing. https://meredithkillingsworth.com/ :30 Introduction 2:20 Meredith's background 3:25 When Meredith began to rediscover herself after kids 6:30 How Meredith's life-coaching journey began 10:30 When Meredith knew she wanted to help people through life-coaching 11:45 The 1st step in Meredith's life-coaching program 13:40 How life-coaching helped me the most 15:00 Why you should challenge yourself 16:10 Feeling fear and doing it anyway 18:00 Becoming aware of your thoughts 20:00 Boundaries 24:30 The biggest obstacle people face when trying to change 25:45 Getting around women who expand you and challenge your thinking 29:15 Inviting the right people's opinion in 30:50 Trusting your own intuition 31:45 Why you must get into action 35:00 Getting through difficult seasons 36:30 Real-life application of life-coaching

8. 

   23 Nov 2023

   First Solo Episode- Things You Should Know About Me!

   TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains topics such as eating disorders and substance abuse. DISCLAIMER: You should always consult a licensed physician or therapist if you are struggling with any of these issues. This is not medical advice and is based solely on my own experiences. :30 Introduction 1:20 Introvert vs. Extrovert 3:30 My family background- Parent’s divorce 8:00 My dream- I want to be interviewed by Oprah. 8:30 Staying small because of what other people will think or say 9:00 Takeaway: Allow yourselves to dream big dreams and be brave enough to tell other people what your dreams are 10:30 History with eating disorder 11:15 Factors contributing to eating disorder 13:00 Therapy harm 14:00 Recovering from eating disorder 16:00 Still struggling with body-image issues 16:45 History with alcoholism and drug addiction 18:30 How I got sober 20:00 Florida Bar troubles 21:30 Mental health 24:00 My family life 25:15 Realizing I wanted to marry Kane 26:00 Getting pregnant 27:15 Enjoying my marriage 28:00 Enjoying my kids 28:30 Wrap-up 29:10 Next episode: Meredith Killingsworth

9. 

   9 Nov 2023

   Living A Life Of Your Dreams with Alexis Smith-Frady

   You know that one friend you have who you call when you have a crazy idea you just have to share with someone who won't judge you? An idea like writing a book or quitting your day job. For me, that person is Alexis Smith-Frady. As an entrepreneur, actress, mother of 3, wife, and real estate agent, Alexis does it all and she does so unapologetically. Enjoy this in-depth interview on how Alexis started chasing her dreams and why you should chase yours too. Click Here to Connect with Alexis! Visit Alexis' Instagram! Intro :30-4:30 4:30 Alexis’ background and family of origin 6:30 Recognizing the theme in your life and why you are the way you are 8:00 Alexis’ first dream and how that went 13:35 Dictating your own path 13:50 Reassessing your path 15:00 Looking inside to determine your path 18:00 Alexis’ acting career 21:30 Having an “and life”, not an “or life” 23:45 Climbing the ladder to your dreams 24:45 The perfectionism trap and fear of failure 27:15 Steering our kids away from perfectionism 28:40 Why you should stop comparing yourself to others 32:00 How and why you should envision what you want 33:30 Learning when things don’t work out the way we thought they would 34:30 Advice for those who have lost themselves

10. 

    26 Oct 2023

    Prioritizing Rest with Jamie O'Neill, R.N.

    In a culture where "the grind" and "the hustle" are encouraged and rewarded, how do we give ourselves permission to slow down and rest? Jamie O'Neill, a Registered Nurse, Mother, and Spiritual Advisor, discusses how and why we must prioritize rest in order to optimize our mind, body, and soul. 1:00 Intro 3:55 Jamie's background and personal experience with the need for rest 6:30 Finding rest in motherhood 8:00 Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs 10:00 Rest and meditation 13:30 Sleep and decision-making 15:00 Achievement culture and kids 17:00 Examining your motives 20:00 Resting in who you are 22:00 Behaviorally-induced insufficient sleep syndrome 22:45 Encouraging others to rest 23:15 Statistics and facts about sleep 24:30 My experience with needing rest 26:00 How to create space in your life for rest 28:00 Conclusion

11. 

    4 Oct 2023

    Speaking With Purpose with Jennifer Fury, Esq.

    A beautiful interview with Attorney Jennifer Fury, of FuryLaw, on speaking from the heart. Throughout her 26 year career as a criminal defense attorney, Jennifer has honed the craft of persuasive speaking. In this episode, she shares what is behind everything she says and tips and insights from her journey to becoming an effective speaker in every aspect of her life. Jennifer Fury, Esq., 941-900-9153, jlfurylaw@gmail.com FuryLaw 433 8th Ave W Palmetto, FL 34221-5119 https://www.floridabar.org/directories/find-mbr/profile/?num=371830 Introduction 3:45 Jennifer's legal background 6:05 Name of the podcast 7:30 Jennifer's family of origin 8:30 What do you think and how did you arrive there? 10:30 You must provide space for others to share their opinions too- we learn from other people 11:30 Less fear and more caution when saying hard things to people or about people or circumstances 12:30 What am I trying to achieve here? Be mindful about how you do that 14:00 Think before you speak- put yourself in the person's position 17:00 Being different vs. being true 19:00 Encouraging your children to be honest with you by being honest with them 21:30 If you teach your children what to think they will have no idea how to defend ther position; you must teach them how to think 24:00 Being who you are 26:00 Loving your child exactly the way they are 28:30 Getting people to agree with your position 30:50 If it has purpose and it speaks to your heart, then it's worth saying. If it doesn't, then you're just saying words 31:00 Starting her own business 33:30 Women speaking up- times are changing

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