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Find Your Voice, Change Your Life
Psychologist and Host, Dr. Doreen Downing, invites guests who have suffered from public speaking anxiety to tell their story of struggle and how they overcame fear. They took an inner journey, found the voice that is truly their own, and now speak with confidence.
Episodes
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#134 Rediscovering Identity and Purpose in Midlife
Today, I interview Jennifer Arthurton, whose childhood was a quest for acceptance and attention within her family. Born in England and raised in the Caribbean…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#133 Mingling Your Way to Great Conversations
Today, I interview Susan RoAne who faced challenges early in childhood marked by her brother's battle with polio, which demanded much of her family's attention…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#132 Unconventional Paths to Business Authenticity
Today, I interview Julia Stege, who struggled to find her footing amidst doubts about her artistic abilities and societal expectations. Growing up in a family…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#131 Harnessing Intuition for a Life of Purpose
Today, I interview Elona Lopari, who was misunderstood and restricted by societal norms early in her childhood. Growing up in Albania, she grappled with being…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#130 Breaking the Status Quo with Mindful Innovation
Today, I interview Matt Mueller, who talks about how he went from being a very creative child to facing the tough rules of grown-up life that often stop us…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#129 Beyond Limiting Beliefs Into Limitless Potential
Today, I interview Linda Ford, who shares her journey from a challenging childhood in Ireland, characterized by poverty and emotional turmoil, to becoming a…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#128 For the Best Results, Focus on Your Listeners
Today I interview Dr. Maria Nemeth who shares her journey of dealing with shyness despite being labeled as an extrovert. Dr. Nemeth explains the distinction…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#127 Braving Up: Dare to Be Resilient and Empowered
Today I interview Deb Drummond who shares her story of navigating a challenging childhood growing up in a home where she felt tormented by an older sibling…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#126 Rewrite Your Reality for Total Transformation
Today, I interview Shiraz Baboo, an influential figure in the realm of reality intervention. Born in South Africa during the Apartheid era, Shiraz's journey…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#125 Freedom, Fun, & Light-heartedness
Today, I interview Crystal Deichert, whose journey unfolds from the confines of traditional Catholic values to the vibrant shores of Maui. Raised in a…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#124 The Confident Voice: From Corporate to Coaching for Entrepreneurs
Today, I interview Marc Evans, a seasoned business coach and CFO. Shaped by the assertiveness of his mother and the calm demeanor of his father, Marc learned…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#123 A Path to Healing Family Pain
Today, I interview Kyomi O’Connor who shared a compelling story of her life, marked by early familial challenges. During her childhood, Kyomi endured emotional…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#122 Beyond the Good Girl: Unleashing True Strength
Today, I interview Renee Bauer who shared her journey from a childhood shadowed by economic hardships to a life of significant achievement. She spent her…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#121 Awaken Your Divine Vision
Today, I interview Jane Applegath whose story reflects how external circumstances can often drown out our inner voices, creating conflict within ourselves. In…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#120 Unlocking Superpowers: Embracing ADHD and ADD
Today, I interview Carol Vincie who shares a compelling story of her journey to discover and embrace her own voice despite the challenges posed by Attention…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#119 Uncovering the Power of Shyness
Today, I interview Jeff Borschowa who shares a deeply personal journey of overcoming shyness and embracing introversion. Jeff's early years were marked by the…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#118 Grace, Meditation, and Voice
Today, I interview Georgann Low who has a compelling story of facing inner struggle and losing her voice after a journey through the tumultuous landscape of…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#117 Beyond Dependency: Rediscovering True Connection
Today, I interview David Doerrier who faced childhood insecurities and a long battle with addiction. He embarked on a path of self-discovery that led him to…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#116 Discover Your Brilliance & Embrace Quiet Leadership
Today, I interview Tamara Herl whose getting up in front of a group of people to speak has always been hard for her. Tamara shares her compelling story of…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#115 Don't Speak and Don't Tell: The Burden of Trauma
Today, I interview Cindy Benezra who will share how she has emerged as a brilliant advocate for sexual abuse survivors. Her story is deeply moving, reflecting…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#114 Embrace Courage and Speak Up!
Today I interview Ivna Curi. Ivna is a remarkable individual who has overcome significant struggles to find her voice and confidently speak her mind. Her…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#113 From Corporate Traps to Career Satisfaction
Today, I interview Anthony Kuo whose life journey took him from being tightly wound and trapped in the corporate world to breaking free and following his…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#112 Breaking Free from Silence, Abuse, and a Cult
Today, I interview Sally Lotz whose early life was marked by the strict rules and limitations imposed by her family's conversion to Jehovah's Witnesses. In…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#111 Uncovering Intergenerational Trauma
Today, I interview Fabienne Slama, a Renaissance woman and an inspirational figure who has overcome tremendous challenges to become a beacon of light for…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#110 From Voiceless to Powerful Advocate
Today, I interview Sandy Rosenthal who after Hurricane Katrina, has faced the daunting task of exposing the truth behind the disaster. Despite lacking public…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#109 Illustrated Black History: Unveiling the Iconic and Unseen Voices of America
Today, I interview George McCalman who has always found solace in his art, which has served as a safe haven for him to freely express his thoughts and…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#108 A Journey of Revolution and Evolution
Today, I introduce Harriet Tubman Wright who highlights her moments of struggle and transformation. Growing up she experienced setbacks such as losing a school…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#107 Our Shared Stories Need Platforms
Today, I interview Trish Tonaj. Trish was the firstborn, and her parents encouraged her to be herself, which meant a childhood full of art. She loved to paint…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#106 Confusion to Clarity: Finding Your Soul’s Purpose
Today, I interview Grace Mosgeller who speaks about growing up in a family where she was told what to do and what to think. In a situation like that, you can…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#105 Finding Flow in Conversation and in Life Private
Today I interview Denise Blanc. Denise grew up in Chicago where she had close relationships with her siblings and looked up to her parents – but in different…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#104 Expressways to Conflict Resolution
Today, I interview Phil Blagg. In this captivating interview, we delve into a revelation that has remained hidden for the entirety of his life until now…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#103 From Introverted Perfectionist to Mindful Lawyer
Today I interview Claire E. Parsons, a successful lawyer who practices in Ohio. Both of her parents were lawyers, and her sister was born just 15 months before…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#102 From Self-Doubt to Center Stage
Today, I interview Iris Goldfeder, an entrepreneur, professional musician, and co-owner of Gas Stove Creative. Iris shares her journey of pursuing her passion…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#101 Exploring Consciousness and Discovering One’s Self
Today I interview Nicholas Whitaker who shares his journey of finding his place in the world. He felt out of place in his hometown and decided to leave, which…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#100 From Sports to Speeches: Discovering Your Authenticity and Leadership
Today I interview my husband, Earl Downing, and we'll explore the theme of finding your voice and expressing your Essence. Earl recounts his experiences with…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#99 Rewriting Your Childhood Stories
Today, I interview Calvin Niles who was raised in Barbados, a small island in the Caribbean. He had a loving environment, but his father was a strict…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#98 Ask Questions, Listen, Learn, and Rise
Today, I interview Sabrina Victoria who grew up in the suburbs of Chicago, and her parents were Jehovah's Witnesses. They had been converted when Sabrina was…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#97 Grounding, Power, and the Intimacy of Being Real
Today, I interview Sonja Rayne Lee. Unfortunately, part of Sonja's story includes childhood trauma, so there was a lot for her to overcome from a young age. At…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#96 Your Self-Worth is Infinite
Today, I interview Jeff Davis. Unfortunately, Jeff's childhood was filled with bullying. He was a late bloomer, so he was the little guy surrounded by other…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#95 The Power of Engaged Listeners
Today, I interview Suzannah Baum who grew up in a household where the order of things was for women to be quiet and not disrupt the status quo. She looked up…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#94 The Energy that Echoes Through Us
Today, I interview James Guzzetta. From the very beginning of his life, James had an intimate connection with nature and music. At age 1, James remembers being…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#93 The Voice That Empowered Me
Today, I interview Jami Carlacio whose mother died when Jami was an infant. An older sibling cared for her for a few months, and then her grandmother took over…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#92 Joy, Love, and Miracles
Today, I interview Lorraine Segal. Lorraine grew up in southern California. She tells us about her struggle to feel the same love she saw elsewhere around her…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#91 Confident Communication is a Journey
Today, I interview Hrideep Barot. Growing up in India, Hrideep says he thinks his lack of confidence began at a very young age when he was struggling with…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#90 Raw and Real
Today, I interview Gail Kraft, who fought for her life from the very beginning after her mother made an attempt to abort her. Although Gail lived, she never…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#89 Keep on Walking
Today, I interview Sheldon R.S. Crocker who grew up in a very, very small town in Newfoundland, Canada. He was born with Arthrogryposis, which causes muscle…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#88 Consistency, Joy, & Speaking From the Heart
Today, I interview Melahni Ake who was born in Florida, but shortly afterwards her family moved to their hometown of Indianapolis where her grandparents had…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#87 Freedom Grows Love: Advocating for Others
Today I interview Leanne Dorish, who says that people have always paid attention to her because of her height. She learned very early on that people were…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#86 From Tears to Triumph
Today, I interview Linda Bello-Ruiz who grew up in Redwood Valley, California, in a family of six children. Linda was blessed with great parents, but with a…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#85 Solving Difficult Problems and Making an Impact
Today, I interview Michaelene Cristini Risley who grew up in the midwest in an Italian Catholic family. From the start, she tells us that the pedestal men are…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#84 Release Doubt and Remember to Smile
Today, I interview Lesley Nase who is the middle child of five children. Due to a large port wine birthmark across her face, her shyness would sometimes come…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#83 Honor Your Values
Today, I interview Chris Salem who remembers being disappointed and hurt by his father. His dad wasn't around much and didn't give him the encouragement and…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#82 Permission to Lift the Veil
Today, I interview Kamala Murphey whose family was a fairly rigid system. Her father – who had at one point studied to become a priest but in the end, did not…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#81 Fieldwork of the Heart and Mind
Today, I interview Candy Motzek who was born and raised in Vancouver, Canada. Her father is black and her mother is white, and in those early times, many…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#80 Neurodiversity, Networking, & Finding the Zone of Genius
Today, I interview Michael Whitehouse who grew up in Massachusetts and found himself in an interesting family dynamic. His parents divorced when he was seven…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#79 Moments of Breakthrough
Today, I interview Dr. Gary Wohlman, a powerful teacher who is important to me because he was one of my first coaches! I had a transformative experience with…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#77 The Real Me
Today, I interview Michelle Prince who grew up in Chicago in a strong, faith-based family. Her parents were from big Catholic families, so she and her brother…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#75 Free to Be You and Me
Today, I interview Jean Kathryn Carlson who grew up in a religious family and felt invisible for much of her childhood. The goal was to be perfect and keep the…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#78 Solving Problems and Building Self-Confidence
Today, I interview Shawn Langwell who grew up in California in a loving family with two brothers. His father was a fireman, and Shawn looked up to him as his…
Find Your Voice, Change Your Life#74 Quiet the Noise and Amplify Your Voice
Today, I interview Mary Simon, who at age 11 was in Austria with her Mother and older sister. Her Austrian mother had spent many years in America but returned…