Consider Yourself Hugged

On December 1, 2021, Ghislane Maxwell was found guilty of sex trafficking of a minor, transporting a minor with the intent to engage in criminal sexual activity and three related counts of conspiracy, and faces up to 65 years in prison. Join us today for lessons learned from this horrific situation. Show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/consider-yourself-hugged-episode-99-ghislane-maxwell.

In 2019, at 28 years old, Cheslie Kryst was crowned Miss USA, the oldest woman in history to win. This past Sunday 1/30 at 7:15 am, she took her own life. Today's episode is very last minute, so please forgive any errors. My hope is that you will learn and grow so that her death has meaning to the world! Show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/consider-yourself-hugged-episode-98-cheslie-kryst-suicide-by-pressure

After roughly 27 hours of deliberation over four days, a jury found Kim Potter guilty of both first-degree manslaughter and second-degree manslaughter in the April 11 killing of Daunte Wright.Today we'll discuss lessons we can learn from this tragic accident. There will be tons of links in the show notes, including a very emotional YouTube video. Notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/cyh-episode-97-kim-potter.

We have exciting news: For the next 4 weeks (at least) we are doing a series on Women in the News. Our goal is to dissect the story and extract lessons we can apply to our own mental and emotional health. We'll say this many times, but we are NOT attempting to pass judgement or take sides on any of these issues. We just want to help YOU. Be sure to check out the show notes for quick descriptions and links to the women in our upcoming 3 episodes. We're not quite sure yet on week 4, so we'd love your ideas and your feedback. If you enjoy this and it helps, we might do more! Show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/cyh-episode-96-intro-to-new-series-women-in-the-news.

Another great conversation!! Holly has such an interesting life (full bio below): She wrote Faith Hill's #1 single, Breathe, along with 40 other cuts. She worked in the banking industry. She lived and worked in the UK for 10 years. Now, she writes AND runs Wing Blade Falconry, where we met. Her perspective on life is unique, and we know you're going to love her! So, sit back and enjoy our chat! Show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/cyh-episode-95-holly-lamar-approaching-life-with-connection-intent.

What a fun conversation!! The night before our chat, Katie emailed us, asking if it would be video as well as audio. I replied, "Well, we record with video on just so it’s a little more personal but feel free to be in your jammies and a messy bun Podcast itself will only be the audio!"She replied with a

Today we want to spend just a few minutes to reflect on 2021 and share some hopes for 2022. We hope you have wonderful New Year and look forward to being with you again!! Show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/copy-of-cyh-episode-93-happy-new-year.

Today we want to spend just a few minutes to share our favorite memories and traditions with you. We hope you'll enjoy while you're walking, driving, working, cooking, or just relaxing. Take a few minutes to comment on the show notes! Let us into your life a little :) Notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/cyh-episode-92-merry-christmas-traditions-memories.Love & Hugs & Happy Holidays!!

Our final Christmas season episode on giving is more special than we can relay! Today, Morgan Watson shares the story of her sweet Ruby who received her heart transplant exactly one year ago on the date of our recording! Ruby was 3 months old at the time and is now 15 months and thriving. Morgan has so many lessons to share today about giving, motherhood, supporting one another, and grace. Please listen and reach out with your support and stories. Show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/cyh-episode-91-ruby-the-gift-of-a-heart-transplant.

Today we continue discussing the theme of giving with my daughter as the guest! Join us as Michelle and I talk with Lindsey Barnes about her experiences with the gift of giving. Show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/cyh-episode-90-the-gift-of-giving-with-lindsey-barnes.

With Thanksgiving down, now it’s time to focus on the Christmas season for the next few weeks. It seems natural to talk about the power of giving. We’re not talking about giving tons of expensive presents, but rather giving from the heart and how it’s so good for you! So sit back and listen to our disjointed, from-the-heart session! Show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/cyh-episode-89-the-power-of-giving.

Today's episode is brief. We just want to share a few stories to lift your spirits on this Thanksgiving holiday! Show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/cyh-episode-88-thanksgiving-grief-covid-and-the-jacuzzi-turkey.

We are so honored to have Beth Johnstone spend time with us today discussing her book, "I Can Even Dance."! Today Beth shares her journey, her heart, her lessons, and her compassion for other women. We hope you'll listen all the way through, as at the end Beth will read an excerpt from her book, inspiring you that you can do anything! Be sure to check out the link to her book in the show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/cyh87-bethjohnstone.

Today, Michelle and I continue our conversation about belonging. Our focus for this episode will be adolescents. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, aunt, or someone who influences young people, hang with us today as we navigate this important topic! Be sure to check out the great links we discuss during the show! Show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/cyh-episode-86-belonging-part-ii.

Today, Michelle and I chat about the concept of belonging. It all stemmed from a conversation Michelle heard regarding crazy TikTok challenges. In Part I we’ll talk a bit about the positives and negatives of belonging. Be sure to check out the show notes for the great links we discuss during the show: https://www.tamiwest.com/post/cyh-episode-85-belonging-part-i.

This week we've got some odd things to talk about as evidenced by the fact that we have a link to the Seinfeld episode about Jimmy (if you don't know what we mean, listen and/or click the link in the show notes!) Sometimes (ok, often!) life doesn't turn out the way we think it will. Then we have to evaluate our perspectives. That's what today is all about. Join us as we use one of my recent experiences (again!) to dig in to the concepts of perspective and expectations.Show notes at https://bit.ly/3GttgskCYH84.

Last week we got caught up and I shared my story of being assaulted and car-jacked. Today it's time to go deeper. I talked briefly about my obsession with my bruise and my sore muscles. We all have external or internal bruises - maybe our only proof that we've been hurt. Today, we work through those obsessions together! So, let's head on to the deeper dive! Show notes at https://bit.ly/2Z7XeATCYH83.

Gosh, we both missed our "Podcast Closets" so much, and we missed YOU!Today, we first want to catch up on what we’ve been up to, why we’ve been gone, and why we're back. Then I'll share the story of being assaulted and car-jacked on Wednesday, September 16th. The point of the title is this: I became obsessed with my bruise and my sore muscles. You may have external or internal bruises - maybe your only proof that you've been harmed. It might be normal for a time, but it's so important to work through it. So today, the basic story. Next week the deeper dive! Show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/cyh-episode-82-obsessed-with-our-bruises-part-i.

*** MORE THAN EVERY BEFORE PLEASE VISIT THE SHOW NOTES FOR RESOURCES!! (Show notes at https://bit.ly/3FmoNXPCYHbonus). Long time no see, right?! We are both very excited for a new season of Consider Yourself Hugged! Technically the new season begins next Wednesday, October 13th – it's recorded and in the queue! But we were talking a few days ago about Gabby Petito and realized we wanted to talk about it with you. So, we’re simply calling today “The Bonus Episode”! Join us today for a heartfelt conversation about Gabby, women & safety.

Sadly, but also joyfully, today will be our last episode of Consider Yourself Hugged: A Place for Women. The episode is short, and we just share our hearts as to why we’re changing course. Show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/cyh81finalepisode