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A poetic conversation on language, nature, art, and remembering who we are

In this soul-nourishing episode, Mary Black welcomes Laura Kimmel, a poet, musician, educator, and author of The Love Codes—a trilogy of poetry born during the silence and awakening of the pandemic.

Laura shares how walking through the forests of Florida and listening—truly listening—to birds, trees, and stillness allowed her to reconnect with her deepest self and the world around her. Together, she and Mary explore the healing power of language, the spiritual role of art, and the sacred resonance that comes from reading, speaking, and writing with intention.

This is more than a conversation. It’s a reminder:

• That art is a tool for peace—and presence
• That our language shapes how we think and feel
• That stillness is not empty—it’s where we find ourselves again
• That even in grief or global noise, connection is possible

Laura shares the story behind The Love Codes—her poetic trilogy (book one is out now)—and how it came to life through international collaboration, emotional depth, and intuitive creativity.

Whether you're an artist, a writer, a musician, or simply someone craving connection in an increasingly distracted world… this episode will meet you where you are.

📚 Learn More

📖 The Love Codes – Book One by Laura Kimmel: https://amzn.to/4laIF3V
📩 Email: kimmel@kimmelvoice.com

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Here's to your joy-filled life!

-Mary

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What if the breakthrough you’re waiting for isn’t in a new morning routine—but in your sleep?

In this episode, Mary Black sits down with Michele Kreuzer, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Certified Behavioral Sleep Specialist who’s spent over 20 years helping families, educators, and professionals reclaim energy, focus, and well-being—starting with better rest.

Michele shares:

• Why sleep is the foundation of emotional regulation, resilience, and focus
• The connection between burnout, sleep deprivation, and behavior patterns
• How to build better sleep habits (even as a busy adult or parent)
• The biggest misconceptions about sleep—and why “just getting more hours” isn’t the solution
• Practical, science-based tools you can start using tonight
• Why her work blends compassion, consistency, and a clear behavioral framework
• And how she helps children, families, and professionals feel human again—through rest

Whether you're a parent navigating tough bedtimes, a woman burnt out from high-functioning exhaustion, or someone simply ready to feel better… this conversation is your invitation to slow down, reset, and let sleep do its sacred work.

🌙 Learn More & Connect with Michele

🔗 Website: www.beehaviorbudz.com
📩 Email: michele@beehaviorbudz.com
📸 IG: @beehaviorbudz

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Here's to your joy-filled life!

-Mary

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From Mom to Mogul: Kristin Staver-Reichard’s Blueprint for Launching a Purpose-Driven Coaching Business

In this empowering episode, Mary Black sits down with Kristin Staver-Reichard, a business coach with over 23 years of entrepreneurial experience and the founder of The Mom Launch. Kristin specializes in helping moms transition into successful coaching careers without sacrificing family life or personal values.

Together, they discuss:

• How to shift from motherhood or corporate life into a meaningful coaching business
• The mindset blocks that hold women back—and how to break through them
• Kristin’s 5-pillar coaching system: from identifying mental blocks to building financial freedom
• Real advice on creating a sustainable work-life balance as a coach or mompreneur
• Marketing tips that don’t require 24/7 social media
• What “corsitis” is (and why it might be slowing you down)

Whether you’re navigating empty nesting, launching your first business, or shifting careers, this conversation is packed with inspiration, practical tools, and permission to begin.

🔗 Learn more about Kristin: www.themomlaunch.com
📬 Contact Kristin: kristin@themomlaunch.com
📱 Connect on Facebook: facebook.com/TheMomLaunch

🎧 Tune in now and take your first aligned step toward building a life and business you love.

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-Mary