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True Stride

True Stride

著者： Mary Tess Rooney
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 Realizing your True Stride means moving forward in alignment with you heart, mind, body, energy and soul. This podcast offers thoughtful conversations to help you discover your groove at work, at home, during play and with your community. Empowerment coach, author and fellow Strider, Mary Tess Rooney, inspires heart-centered views to elevate your Heart Value, relationships and joy. Tune-in every Thursday for wise walks to get your stride on! 個人的成功 社会科学 自己啓発
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  • EP272: Freedom Waiting Beyond Your Limits

    EP272: Freedom Waiting Beyond Your Limits
    2025/12/11
    Lately I have been spending time out on my Aunt's ranch in Joshua Tree, California, and the rhythm of the animals has offered me a new perspective on how we respond to the boundaries in our lives. Watching the horses move through their space, communicate their needs, and express their energy reminded me how easy it is to accept certain limits without ever pausing to ask whether they still feel aligned. Their behavior became an unexpected mirror, showing me where I have honored barriers that were never truly mine or that no longer support who I am becoming. Their exuberance and clarity sparked something in me, and it led to a few honest reflections about how I define freedom and success. As I witnessed one strong and determined horse rear up just enough to press her chest through the electric fence until it snapped, I felt this surge of admiration and recognition. There are moments in life when we feel something calling us forward, even if others do not understand it or caution us to stay put. Sometimes the only way to understand what is possible is to trust our instincts and step into the unknown with confidence and curiosity. On today's Wise Walk we will explore the barriers we have been honoring, the beliefs that might be holding us back, and the freedom available to us when we choose to move beyond them. Is there a self imposed barrier you honor that no longer feels aligned, and are you ready to let it go so you can run free?How can you build your confidence and communicate clearly so this barrier no longer holds you back, whether it is mental or physical?Are you ready to release any naysayers in your life and trust what is possible on the other side of the barrier?Is it worth it to you to cross this barrier, and what limiting beliefs are keeping you from taking that step?If fear of failure is present, can you let it soften so your momentum and desire can carry you forward?What mental or physical barriers feel most constraining right now, and how does your definition of success influence whether you stay within them or move beyond them?What becomes possible for you when you define success on your terms and allow yourself to feel free and expansive?Where in your life can you embody the majestic power of a horse and invite more freedom into your daily rhythm?What vision of success feels true to you, and how can you move through obstacles with strength, grace, and authenticity? I hope you tune in next Thursday for another Wise Walk. As always, I would love to hear what you took away from today's episode. Feel free to reach out and message me. Be sure to break those barriers that do not feel good to you anymore and let yourself run free with that majestic power that you already innately have. In this episode: [02:34] I break down the fencing on the ranch and how going from pipe corral to an expanded electric fenced area was a plan to give the horses more area to roam.[04:12] My Aunt put up four volt electric fencing which the horses have used before.[05:01] When we opened the gates, the horses were bucking and running and having the best time in their expanded area. [06:06] The horse who was the boss was thinking about breaking free in spite of my Aunt's warnings. Suddenly, she pressed her chest against the fence and it snapped. [07:07] All of the horses and the Donkey were running wild on the property. They were still contained, because there was an additional fence line.[08:04] They had so much joy with the additional space and free access to the feed station. [09:03] If we have the drive and know the goal, nothing can stand in our way. The horse's example creates a great reminder for us to pursue our dreams and authentic desires.[11:16] For different periods of my life, self-limiting beliefs have gotten in my head. I've tried some of the advice I've been given when I became a self-employed author and podcaster, but some things don't align with me.[12:10] One of the things I've learned from this experience by reflecting is knowing what success means to me.[13:17] The self-imposed barriers that we might be living by could be due to our own internal beliefs or external pressures. We get to decide which ones we're going to keep.[14:29] There's always a leader who will break through first and show us what's possible. It's up to us to decide if we want to follow.[15:28] Remember that you are powerful and have a spirited personality just like a horse. Others are attracted to you when they see you running free and tackling your life.[17:19] My Aunt and I are still laughing about this incident, and we're giving kudos to the horses and the donkey for being themselves.[18:19] Can you support other people when you see them getting ready to break a barrier?[19:04] I feel myself gearing up to break some barriers that no longer serve me. Memorable Quotes: "There are moments when we outgrow the barriers we once agreed to, and our heart knows it long before our mind catches up." - Mary Tess"If a boundary no ...
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    20 分
  • EP271: Honoring Your Rites of Passage

    EP271: Honoring Your Rites of Passage
    2025/12/04
    A conversation on a recent hike surprised me in the best way. My friend and I wandered into a chat about how we grew up and what shaped us, and it pulled up old memories I had not thought about in a long time. I shared a bit about my upbringing and the sense of community that came with it, but what really landed for me was how many different ways people mark the big moments in their lives. It does not matter if it comes from a formal tradition or something more personal. We all have these turning points that nudge us forward and help us understand who we are right now. Lately I have been noticing how many shifts in my own life feel like they are asking me to pause and pay attention. Some changes are easy to name and others are messy or in progress, and I am realizing that the in-between space is where a lot of the real movement happens. It is not always comfortable, but it is honest. So for this Wise Walk, I thought we could take a moment to look at whatever passages we are each moving through and give ourselves a little grace as we find our footing. Where are you in this present moment, and can you sense whether it marks a rite of passage in your life?What shift, milestone, or change feels most present for you right now, even if it is still taking shape?How is your career, environment, or relationships inviting you into a new phase of growth?Is there something you are preparing to welcome or create, whether a relationship, a move, a new project, or a dream you are finally giving energy to?What passages in your life feel ready to be acknowledged, honored, or named out loud?When you think about separation, what are you slowly releasing or loosening your grip on?Where are you standing in a liminal space, not quite who you were and not yet who you are becoming?How does uncertainty show up for you in this season, and what helps you stay grounded as you move through it?What inner resources or strengths are helping you navigate this in-between phase?Where can you feel the beginning of reintegration, that subtle shift that tells you something within is changing?How might you celebrate or honor the moment you recognize yourself emerging on the other side of this threshold?What does stepping into your next version of self look or feel like in your body, your heart, or your daily rhythm? Thank you for spending this time with me. I hope today's conversation helps you notice the passages unfolding in your own life and gives you a little more appreciation for where you are right now. Until next Thursday's Wise Walk, remember to read the signs, trust your path, and get your stride on. In this episode: [05:08] The term rite of passage comes from French anthropologist Arnold van Gennep, who coined it in 1909 and described three phases: separation, liminal, and reintegration.[07:39] In the different ceremonies there's a separation of who we were, then a transformation of stepping into a new identity, and it's about incorporating yourself as a new emerging entity.[08:16] Not all of the rites of passage that I've experienced are religious. My current situation and moving is a massive rite of passage. I've separated from my home, and I'm in a liminal phase of uncertainty.[09:04] I'm moving to a phase of re-emerging into something different.[10:13] Retirement is a rite of passage as well as changing careers.[11:37] Going back to school or going through a phase of education and knowledge are all rites and passage. [12:50] I've moved many times, and it's a literal rite of passage. It has emotional, mental and spiritual passages that we have to overcome to get where we want to go.[13:12] Divorce is another rite of passage.[14:23] I like the idea of honoring all rites of passage whether it's transitional or an expansion of heavy stuff.[15:04] I'm also going through a professional rite of passage with all of the new certifications I'm getting like shamanic Reiki and healing and energy work and drum making.[16:07] I'm going to embrace and celebrate this liminal phase, because there is beauty in being in the corridor of not knowing exactly. Memorable Quotes: "Some moments in life tap you on the shoulder and remind you that you're changing, even if you didn't mean to." - Mary Tess"Every rite of passage has a little uncertainty in it, and that's what makes the celebration on the other side so meaningful." - Mary Tess"When you pause long enough to notice a transition, you give yourself a chance to honor who you're becoming." - Mary Tess Links and Resources: Mary Tess RooneyEmailHeart Value Facebook | LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram
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    17 分
  • EP270: What Gratitude Makes Possible

    EP270: What Gratitude Makes Possible
    2025/11/27
    Happy Thanksgiving, fellow Striders. If you're celebrating here in the U.S., I hope you're surrounded by loved ones, friends, or even your fur babies, and that you're feeling a sense of appreciation for the blessings in your life, the ones you're experiencing now and the ones that have shaped you along the way. This time of year is a good reminder to pause, take a breath, and really acknowledge the good that is already present. As I've been reflecting on gratitude, I keep coming back to how much shifts when we look at what's working instead of what's missing. When we notice the good in ourselves and in our relationships, it changes the energy around everything else. And whether we're thinking about moments that made us laugh, the qualities we're proud of, or the people who show up for us when it matters, there is so much to be thankful for. So for today's Wise Walk, we're going to slow down, check our reality, and explore what gratitude looks like in our own lives including what we're grateful for about ourselves, the memories that bring us joy, and the people who support us and inspire us. Let's take this time to honor those blessings together. What does a consistent gratitude practice look like in your life right now, and how can you honor this Thanksgiving by acknowledging the blessings you've experienced?What are you personally grateful for about who you are and how you show up in the world?How can you count your blessings in relationship to others and appreciate the people who support you or whom you've supported?What recent moment made you laugh so hard your abs hurt, and how can you give gratitude for the joy, the courage, and the people who shared it with you?How did that memory make you feel, and how can you recreate more moments that spark that kind of joy?What is one physical quality you love about yourself, and why does it matter to you?What is one emotional or spiritual quality you are grateful for, and how has it blessed your life?What challenging experience are you moving through, and what unexpected blessings have surfaced because of it?How is that experience preparing you for your hopes and dreams and helping you connect more intentionally with the people in your life?How can you give yourself gratitude for how you're showing up through difficulty with strength, grace, and growth?Who in your life needs to hear that you appreciate them, and how can you let them know in a meaningful way this Thanksgiving?How can you express gratitude for both giving and receiving support, and appreciate the love that surrounds you right now? Thank you for spending this time with me today. I'm grateful for you and for this True Stride community, and I hope you carry a spirit of appreciation into the days ahead. Wishing you and your loved ones a warm, joyful, and very Happy Thanksgiving, and until next Thursday, please remember to prioritize fun, read the signs, and get your stride on. In this episode: [02:11] "Acknowledging the good that you already have in life is the foundation for all abundance." Eckhart Tolle[03:04] When we see the good in others, it becomes the overarching theme of our lives, and that's what we put out.[04:03] The joy of laughter and how fun and playful it is. I'm grateful that laughter is contagious. [07:19] What do you love about yourself? I love how I take chances and do things that are scary. I'm okay with failure. [10:30] In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I'm giving gratitude to count my blessings in these areas. [11:18] Reflect on areas of your life that have been hard, but that you've done it anyway. What have you gained?[15:09] I also want to acknowledge thankfulness and gratefulness for the relationships in my life.[16:52] I feel blessed by my supporters near and far. I give gratitude for those who allow me to express myself and give me support.[18:07] Happy Happy Thanksgiving! Take some time to reflect on when you've laughed so hard your abs hurt, attributes you love about yourself, and gratitude for the relationships in your life. Memorable Quotes: "Gratitude shifts everything. The moment we acknowledge what's already good in our lives, we invite more of that goodness in." - Mary Tess"We all have qualities worth celebrating. When we recognize what we love about ourselves, we stand a little taller." - Mary Tess"Giving thanks for the people who support us is a beautiful way to strengthen connections and deepen relationships." - Mary Tess Links and Resources: Mary Tess RooneyEmailHeart Value Facebook | LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram
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    19 分
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