Be Bold, Be Brave, Be YOU!

Colleen talks with Vanessa Hornedo, a mom of two young boys who runs a business coaching company and a non-profit dedicated to helping isolated women in the Dominican Republic. Vanessa discusses her choice to say yes to new things, the importance of self-determination through being alone, and how she turned her bi-polar depression into a superpower.  

Nicole Grady is a former fitness instructor and currently a nutritional counselor, energy therapist and founder of the Mileage Maniacs Peloton community. In this discussion with fellow Maniac Colleen, Nicole shares her perspectives on getting healthy, finding meaning and her pursuit of a life full of love.

In this episode Colleen interviews social media consultant Jen Gardella, who shares what she's learned as a mom, divorcee, entrepreneur and social media marketing expert. Jen's perspectives and tips - on subjects ranging from intentional parenting to landing her TED Talk - will inspire and help you in both your personal and professional life.

Colleen speaks with Gary Szenderski, branding specialist and author of "Szen Zone: Reaching a State of Positive Change". Gary shares how he gained his uplifting perspective as well as some tips for creating the life you want. His positive frame of mind is a reminder to us all that how we react to things that happen makes all the difference. 

Colleen interviews Carolyn Mara Borlenghi, a photographer, Instagrammer, teacher and mom. Carolyn shares the role creativity plays in her life, how she learned to be bold and brave enough to share her art, and how she makes her children unplug and engage their imagination. This self-described "tortured artist" talks about the healing power of creativity and how we all have it within us.  

Colleen's back with a random riff about her latest adventures, reminding us it's okay to take care of ourselves sometimes and that a strong support network is key to getting through life. Don't be afraid to lean on the help of others...just be sure to do your part to help when it's your turn!

In this week's random riff, Colleen talks about a new challenge she's undertaking over the next month and how she's staying on track despite some early setbacks. She encourages us to get started with our own challenge, to push for change as it's the only way to get results. Are you up for it? 

This week Colleen speaks with the lovely Mary Jane Hurley Brant, psychotherapist and author of the book When Every Day Matters. MJ shares her deep perspective on dealing with loss, finding our passions and learning to accept the life that's in front of us. 

In this week's solo episode, Colleen riffs about the importance of taking that first step and getting started. No matter what it is you want to do, there's no better time than the present to take the initiative and move forward.

This week Colleen interviews Nicole Olivieri, mom of two and creator of Gladiator Soap. Nicole discusses how her life pivoted after meeting her husband and what she's learned about dealing with disruptive change, and shares everything from lifestyle tips to life lessons. Above all, Nicole encourages us to embrace opportunity, because failure is temporary but life...it goes on!

Join Colleen as she talks with make-up artist Beke Beau about her fascinating journey of re-creation, from rock star to waitress to college valedictorian to Harvard Divinity School and make-up artist. Beke shares the twists, turns and challenges she's encountered along the way, what she's learned and even what she sees in her next act. Re-creation, we learn, is not only possible but a great teacher.