Own Your Choices Own Your Life
Welcome to the podcast, "Own Your Choices Own Your Life". Your host, Marsha Vanwynsberghe is a Speaker, Life Coach, and Author of the Bestselling Book, "When She Stopped Asking Why". On this podcast, we will share the tips, tools and strategies used by our guests to breakthrough and overcome the challenges in their lives. Marsha is on a mission to educate, empower and inspire you to recognize that when you truly own your choices, you own your life.
Episodes
In this episode, Marsha breaks down the real reason so many high achieving women feel stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with their results even when they're "doing everything right." She explains the crucial difference between ambition (your conscious goals, vision, and drive) and capacity (your subconscious beliefs, emotional safety, and nervous system bandwidth) — and why misalignment between the two creates shutdown...
In this episode, Marsha breaks down one of the most powerful metaphors she's ever heard about the subconscious mind. If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right — checking the boxes, setting goals, mapping the plan — yet still not seeing the results you want, this one is going to hit home.
Using the imagery of a state of the art GPS (your conscious mind...
In this episode, I am speaking with Mindset Mentor, Author, Educator, and Speaker, Chuck Barnard. Chuck is a best-selling author, master educator, and mindset mentor with more than 30 years of experience guiding students, families, and athletes through personal transformation. Armed with advanced certifications in NLP, Hypnotherapy, and Time-Line Therapy®, Chuck has helped thousands overcome anxiety, disconnection, and...
In this episode, Marsha recounts a powerful story known as "The Acres of Diamonds," from Matt Cook's book, Beyond Wanting, which illustrates how individuals frequently overlook the treasures that lie within their own lives while searching desperately for fulfillment elsewhere. The tale follows a farmer in 1800s Africa who, driven by the desire to provide for his family, sells his farm in pursuit of diamonds. After year...
In this episode, Marsha speaks to the distinction between operating under pressure and embracing a state of internal power. Marsha introduces the concept of the "ceiling" and "floor" in relation to personal beliefs and aspirations. The ceiling represents the highest thoughts one allows themselves to entertain, while the floor symbolizes the deepest beliefs that anchor an individual. She explains that our lives are co...
In this episode, I am speaking with Meredith Oke. Meredith is the Co-Founder of the Quantum Biology Collective, a Podcast Host, and a Speaker, and she is passionate about bridging the gap between cutting-edge science and everyday well-being. After facing her own health challenges, Meredith discovered the emerging field of quantum biology—the science of how light, water, and circadian rhythms influence human health at ...
In this episode, Marsha invites listeners into a deeply personal exploration of the power of thoughts and self-talk. She begins by posing a thought-provoking question: if one were to vocalize their inner thoughts, what would others hear? Would it be a stream of empowering affirmations or a verbal dump of self-doubt and criticism? Marsha emphasizes that our internal dialogue is a powerful broadcast that shapes our reali...
In this episode, Marsha discusses the difference between conscious and subconscious values and highlights the frustration that arises when one's conscious goals clash with subconscious beliefs.
Throughout the episode, Marsha explains that while conscious values represent only 5% of our mindset, the remaining 95% is governed by the subconscious. She illustrates how this disconnect can manifest in daily life...
Live from Langdon Hall, Marsha Vanwynsberghe and her Heartwired CEO co-founder, Meghan Weir, reflect on their first-ever Heartwired CEO live event — a transformational experience blending embodiment, leadership, and intuition. They share behind-the-scenes lessons, what it means to lead from the heart instead of the hustle, and how slowing down to integrate can create lasting impact.
They also announce what...
In this episode, I challenge the notion that healing must be a heavy, burdensome experience. Instead, I advocate for a lighter approach, where we can learn to feel our emotions without being overwhelmed by them.
Throughout the episode, I discuss the concept of nervous system regulation and how it plays a crucial role in our healing journey. I explain that healing does not necessitate a complete pause in our lives; rath...
In this episode, Marsha dives into the distinction between inspiration and activation, sharing her personal insights and experiences that have shaped her understanding of these concepts. She begins by expressing her mixed feelings about being labelled "inspiring," revealing that while she appreciates the sentiment, it often feels superficial unless it leads to tangible change in others' lives. She explains how activati...
In this episode, I am speaking with Neuroscience Expert | Inventor of BrainTap® | Brain Fitness Pioneer, Dr Patrick K. Porter. Dr. Porter has spent his life asking a radical question: What if we could train the brain like a muscle and transform lives without pills, struggle, or guesswork? Introduced to the power of mind training by his father at an early age, Dr. Porter's lifelong passion has been exploring how visua...
In this episode, Marsha reframes the narrative around resilience, challenging the notion that it is merely a badge of honour or a sign of strength. Instead, she posits that true resilience is about maintaining emotional regulation and resourcefulness in the face of life's inevitable challenges.
Throughout the episode, Marsha shares her insights on how to shift perspectives, using a recent example of a clie...
In this episode, I am thrilled to share my reflections following the Outspoken Master Practitioner immersion, a transformative six-day experience where we practiced and experienced the tools of NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming). This was my first time leading such an intensive program, and while it came with its challenges, I emerged with invaluable insights about myself and my coaching practice.
I also t...
In this episode, Speaker | Reinvention Strategist | 4x Bestselling Author, Julie Condliffe. In her latest book, Unbreakable: A Roadmap for Turning Adversity into Advantage, is both a memoir and a manifesto — a raw, insightful guide for anyone who's lost a title, a platform, or a sense of self, and is ready to rebuild with purpose. Julie doesn't offer polished platitudes; she speaks from lived experience, having rebuilt...
In this episode, Marsha emphasizes the necessity of inner safety, explaining that our bodies are wired to seek safety and familiarity, often leading to self-sabotage when faced with new challenges. She encourages listeners to recognize their body's responses to goal setting and to cultivate a sense of safety that allows for expansion and growth. Marsha introduces practical strategies such as NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Progr...
In this episode, Marsha reflects on her personal health journey, particularly as she marks the five-year anniversary of her back surgery. She begins by discussing the concept that our bodies inherently know and remember our experiences, referencing the book "The Body Keeps the Score."
Marsha reflects on the idea that manifesting is not just about dreaming big but also about speaking life into one's health ...
In this episode, we speak with Keynote Speaker | Former Fighter Pilot | Leadership Coach | Founder of Upside Down Moments™, Michelle Curran. Michelle is a former U.S. Air Force fighter pilot, renowned for being the only female solo pilot with the elite Thunderbirds demonstration team from 2019 to 2021. She flew more than 150 airshows and served as a symbol of excellence, leadership, and grit. After completing her milit...
In this episode, Marsha invites listeners to explore the transformative power of stepping into new "rooms"—whether they be physical events, virtual spaces, or intimate conversations. As she prepares for her upcoming event, The Heartwired CEO, at the picturesque Langdon Hall in Ontario, Marsha reflects on the significance of nervous system regulation and subconscious reprogramming in personal and professional growth.
In this episode, Marsha shares the perspective of what happened vs what is happening. Marsha emphasizes the importance of language and how it shapes our internal narratives. She explains that when we speak about past events with heightened emotion, we risk allowing those experiences to continue affecting us in the present. By recognizing that the past is not currently happening, she encourages listeners to shift their ...
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