Some of you may know that I had a major life “redirect” about a year ago. You may be going through something like that today, too! And if you are…this concept of the #whynotyears may be truly transformational. And this episode is for YOU, friend! Find the complete show notes here: patfenner.me/why-not-years/   Follow this podcast and get a free pdf, the “Times that Transform”, here. Discover major life transitions that many women face, and start discovering ways you can be prepared to tackle them head-on! Let’s be social! Find me on Instagram - @patfenner Facebook - ​​https://www.facebook.com/pat.fenner1 Reach out and explore working with me here: Website - patfenner.me  And watch snippets of these episodes on YouTube   

We’re black to wrap up my take on having a lovely day, taken from a snippet of the soundtrack of my life! If you’re just joining me for this episode, you might first want to listen to episode 5, where I give you the “backstory” on this concept. Even if you don’t, DO take a listen to Bill Wither’s song (link below)...and be ready to greet each day with a totally different “spin!” And be ready to greet - or REgreet - the day with a brand new approach! Find the complete show notes here:  patfenner.me/have-a-lovely-day-part-two Links or resources mentioned in this episode   Follow this podcast and get a free pdf, the “Times that Transform”, here. Discover major life transitions that many women face, and start discovering ways you can be prepared to tackle them head-on! Let’s be social! Find me on Instagram - @patfenner Facebook - ​​https://www.facebook.com/pat.fenner1 Reach out and explore working with me here: Website - patfenner.me  And watch snippets of these episodes on YouTube 

This is another “blast from the past” concept that has helped me through changing times over the years. It stems from an activity I was introduced to during my high school years -  and I’m sure many of us have experienced those as turbulent times... Well, put on your dancing shoes for this episode, and be ready to greet - or REgreet - the day with open arms, no matter what's going on in your life! Find the complete show notes here: patfenner.me/have-a-lovely-day-part-one Links or resources mentioned in this episode: Bill Withers' "Lovely Day" on YouTube   Follow this podcast and get a free pdf, the “Times that Transform”, here. Discover major life transitions that many women face, and start discovering ways you can be prepared to tackle them head-on! Let’s be social! Find me on Instagram - @patfenner Facebook - ​​https://www.facebook.com/pat.fenner1 Reach out and explore working with me here: Website - patfenner.me  And watch these episodes on YouTube 

Mindfulness is neither hokey nor “magic”, but it can help you as you find your way through a major life change. In today’s episode, I talk about how practical mindfulness is, and why it should definitely be in your “transition toolkit.”  (Believe me, someday you’ll thank me for mentioning this!) Plus, I share a few questions to journal about as you try this technique out for yourself... Find the complete show notes here: patfenner.me/mindfulness-can-serve-you/ Follow this podcast and get a free pdf, the “Times that Transform”, here. Discover major life transitions that many women face, and start discovering ways that you can be prepared to tackle them head-on! Let’s be social! Find me on Instagram - @patfenner Facebook - ​​https://www.facebook.com/pat.fenner1 YouTube -  https://bit.ly/patfenner/  Reach out and explore working with me here: Website - patfenner.me 

I miss my grandmother - we called her Baba. Losing her was one of those life transitions that wasn't fun... She by no means considered herself wise, and yet, this comment she often told me as I was growing up has endured in my head and heart and gotten me through many an anxious crossroads in my life. Perhaps it will help you, too… Find the complete show notes here:  patfenner.me/what-baba-used-to-say Follow this podcast and get a free pdf, the “Times that Transform”, here. Discover major life transitions that many women face, and start discovering ways that you can be prepared to tackle them head-on! Let’s be social! Find me on Instagram - @patfenner Facebook - ​​https://www.facebook.com/pat.fenner1 Reach out and explore working with me here: Website - patfenner.me  And watch these episodes on YouTube 

While we all know that change is inevitable, many times we “didn’t see that coming!” In this episode, I share two reasons why that could be the case, and a three-step process you can use no matter what the reason is that you were blindsided. Find the complete show notes here: patfenner.me/didnt-see-that-coming/ Follow this podcast and get a free pdf, the “Times that Transform”, here. Discover major life transitions that many women face, and start discovering ways that you can be prepared to tackle them head-on! Let’s be social! Find me on Instagram - @patfenner Facebook - ​​https://www.facebook.com/pat.fenner1 YouTube -  https://bit.ly/patfenner/  Reach out and explore working with me here: Website - patfenner.me 

To answer that, let’s revisit the definition of “transition”:  the process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another. Transitions happen over the course of a journey, which involves a process, which takes time. And since we're all on this earth with plenty of time...guess that means we'll be experiencing plenty of transitions, amIright?! Transitions provide us with opportunities for two things: Stretching - Attempting something outside of our comfort zone. A situation that demands or encourages us to try something new, and develop new skills, abilities, behaviors, or mindsets. Shedding - Discarding any mindsets, habits, or activities that no longer serve us and prevent us from living a healthy life and growing in the future.    Transitions can be: Expected - For example, if we have kids, we know they will someday grow up and leave home Unexpected - Again, although we know this life is finite, we never know when someone near and dear to us will die Gradual - Think about the story of the frog in the pot of water. Sometimes we haven’t recognized when it’s time to change our environment or the situation we’re in ‘till it’s too late.   Given all that…the Strong Women Bright Future podcast is for women who are interested in being preventative, equipped, and empowered to deal with the inevitable transitions in life, using them as positive opportunities, and coming out stronger on the other side. Are you in?   From Psalm 61 - God can …proclaim good news to the poor, …bind up the brokenhearted…proclaim freedom for the captives     and release from darkness for the prisoners, …proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor…comfort all who mourn,     and provide for those who grieve – …bestow…the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair.   Be encouraged…God’s not done with you yet!   Follow this podcast and download the “Times that Transform” pdf here.   Let’s be social! Find me on Instagram - @patfenner Facebook - ​​https://www.facebook.com/pat.fenner1 YouTube -  https://bit.ly/patfenner/  Website - patfenner.me (Reach out for coaching on here as well!)

The Strong Women Bright Future podcast is for women who need and want to be equipped and empowered to deal with the inevitable transitions in life, using them as positive opportunities and coming out stronger on the other side. Each week, as your "sherpa", I'll share stories, tips, lessons, and strategies that I've developed over the years that can help you be prepared for - no, crush! - the inevitable transitions you'll face in life. You can overcome obstacles and find strength through changes, my friend, and I'm here with you on the journey! Let’s be social! Find me on Instagram - @patfenner Facebook - ​​https://www.facebook.com/pat.fenner1 YouTube -  https://bit.ly/patfenner/  Website - Let's work together! - patfenner.me