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You Are Not Too Old to Get Strong.

You Are Not Too Old to Get Strong.

19m 30s

In this practical and energizing conversation, movement educator and physical therapist Eileen Kopsaftis explains why pain does not have to be a natural part of aging. She shares the most common myths about decline, how the brain loses contact with parts of the body, and why most people unknowingly train in ways that reinforce stiffness instead of reducing it.

Eileen demonstrates a simple seated three-plane routine to improve thoracic rotation, release the neck, and support lower back health. We discuss why manual therapy can be supportive but never restores function on its own, how much daily movement is needed, and...

Reclaiming Safety After Broken Trust

Reclaiming Safety After Broken Trust

25m 58s

Betrayal trauma expert Mr. Jay explains what betrayal trauma really is, why it rewires the nervous system, and how to rebuild safety, trust, and self-worth from the inside out. A powerful, practical conversation on healing, boundaries, and self-leadership.

Deep Vitality. How to Honour Your True Yes and Avoid Burnout

Deep Vitality. How to Honour Your True Yes and Avoid Burnout

26m 10s

What if vitality is not about pushing harder, but about listening more deeply?
In this conversation with Dr. Deborah Zucker, naturopathic physician, mental-health counselor, and author of The Vitality Map, we explore the nine keys to deep vitality. Deborah shares her own health crisis, the wake-up call that changed her life, and the foundational skills most of us were simply never taught: attunement, listening to inner feedback, embracing our shadows, and cultivating “easeful discipline.”

We talk about burnout, overwhelm, early warning signs, micro-resilience practices, and the courage to honour your Deep Yes. This episode is especially relevant for leaders navigating...

From Trauma to Triumph

From Trauma to Triumph

24m 11s

What does it take to move from surviving to truly thriving after trauma?
In this powerful episode, Dr. Dawnmarie Risley-Childs, a psychiatrist, author of The Offering, and self-proclaimed “Hope Dealer”, shares her personal journey through childhood abuse, complex PTSD, and the radical act of forgiving without forgetting.

Together, we explore how trauma shapes the nervous system, how healing can begin through the body, and why reclaiming your personal power as a woman means no longer settling for crumbs.

The Four Agreements: A Simple Guide to Inner Freedom

The Four Agreements: A Simple Guide to Inner Freedom

15m 21s

In this episode, Christine explores The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz — a timeless guide to personal freedom and self-leadership.
These four simple yet profound principles can transform the way you relate to yourself and others:

Be impeccable with your word
Don’t take anything personally
Don’t make assumptions
Always do your best

Christine connects each agreement to her NeuroPositive framework, showing how Presence, Perspective, and Progress can turn these ideas into daily practice.

How to Communicate with Clarity and Confidence

How to Communicate with Clarity and Confidence

13m 53s

In this solo episode, Christine Schickinger explores a timeless communication method that helps you say less - and mean more: the Pyramid Principle by Barbara Minto.
If you’ve ever been told to “get to the point,” or struggled to make your ideas heard, this method will transform how you structure your thoughts, presentations, and even emails.

Playing the Long Game: How Intention Outperforms Goals

Playing the Long Game: How Intention Outperforms Goals

28m 39s

Bianca D’Alessio is one of New York’s top real estate leaders, a TV personality from Selling the Hamptons, and the author of Mastering Intentions: 10 Practices to Amplify Your Power and Lead with Lasting Impact.
In this episode, we talk about why purpose and intention matter more than goal-chasing, how to quiet the “brain bully” that sabotages success, and how to play the long game in leadership and life.

The Power of “Too Much”

The Power of “Too Much”

28m 45s

What if your creativity didn’t have to please anyone but yourself?
In this inspiring conversation, Amandine de Gaspari—a neurodivergent, purpose-driven coach—talks with Christine Schickinger about embracing your authentic voice, finding freedom in creativity, and redefining what it means to “be too much.”

AI, Empathy, and Community: Kevin Field’s Mission with WeFayo

AI, Empathy, and Community: Kevin Field’s Mission with WeFayo

24m 22s

In this inspiring episode of Lead Well!, I talk with Kevin Field, co-founder of WeFayo – a free platform connecting over 180 communities across the U.S. for families and individuals living with medical conditions or special needs.

Kevin shares how his journey with his wife’s Crohn’s disease and raising a child with special needs turned into a mission: building a place where no one has to navigate health challenges alone.