Twisted Plot Podcast

Welcome back to the Twists Plot Podcast with Evelyn Marley. In this episode, Evelyn continues her insightful conversation with Anne Peterson, delving deeper into the complexities of personal development and the journey of self-discovery.

Episode Highlights:

• Anne reflects on the importance of fostering diverse perspectives within personal development communities, drawing parallels to her observations of leadership dynamics in various settings.

• The discussion navigates the nuances of control and influence within charismatic leadership structures, shedding light on the intricate relationships between leaders and their followers.

• Evelyn and Anne explore the concept of grace in self-forgiveness, acknowledging the challenges of recognizing and rectifying past complicity in harmful situations.

• Anne shares her journey of awakening to the realities of abuse and exploitation within personal development spaces, emphasizing the necessity of taking time and approaching self-discovery with patience and self-compassion.

• The conversation touches on the significance of critical thinking, ethical practice, and responsible engagement in personal growth endeavors, emphasizing the importance of aligning with values and seeking authentic, evidence-based resources.

• Anne offers insights into her ongoing initiatives, including Illuminate Life and collaborations with Seek Safely, aimed at promoting safe, ethical practices in personal development and providing resources for practitioners and consumers alike.

Join us as we unravel the complexities of personal development and navigate the path toward authentic growth and self-discovery. Remember, the journey may be challenging, but with patience, self-compassion, and a commitment to ethical practice, we can illuminate the path forward.

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In this 2 part series, Evelyn chats with author Anne L. Peterson. Anne has been in the personal development space for 20 plus years. Anne has recently released her book "Is This A Cult: Confronting the Line Between Transformation and Exploitation"  in which she shares her previous experience working with a large well known personal development organization, one of the biggest worldwide.

The two then discuss the risks and impact of cults in personal development, the importance of critical thinking, recognizing origins of information, and ethical considerations. 

Listeners are urged to proceed with caution as the discussion may evoke strong emotions. This podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. Resources for self-care and further exploration are available in the show notes.Please note that the thoughts and views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the podcast as a whole. Listener discretion is advised.

Episode Highlights:

• Evelyn introduces Anne Peterson, author of "Is This a Cult?" with over 20 years of experience in personal development.
• Evelyn shares her personal journey, from initial interest in personal development to ethical explorations within the industry.
• Anne recounts her journey from participant to program leader, reflecting on her disillusionment with exploitative practices.
• Anne discusses subtle tactics used by organizations to manipulate members, emphasizing the importance of awareness.

Conclusion:

Join us for part 2 next week in this thought-provoking exploration of personal development and ethical considerations. Remember to approach with sensitivity and engage in self-care as needed.

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So you want to go to Greece and don’t know where to start? In this episode, Evelyn and Kat sit down to talk about the key tips for traveling to Greece. Kat is the founder of Eyia Retreats, where she curates and helps clients design their travel itinerary to Greece. She is also a wellness coach, so she is very mindful and asks you all the right questions to identify how your trip should be designed and what would be the most ideal schedule for your idyllic Greek vacation.

Be sure to listen to one tip that we have yet to hear any Greek talk about. You won’t want to miss it. 

On this episode of Twisted Plot Podcast, host Evelyn sits down with esteemed life coach and author Mark Fennell. With over two decades of experience in life coaching, Mark shares his journey into the coaching industry, driven by his passion for making a real difference in people's lives. From the transformative power of coaching to overcoming personal challenges, Mark discusses key insights from his career and his latest book, "Breakthrough." This episode delves into the essence of life coaching, the importance of understanding one’s identity, and how to navigate life's challenges with hope and resilience.

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Do you get bogged down by that guilty feeling even when you haven't done anything wrong?

You may have heard about Human Design intermittently, but what exactly is it, and how can it aid us in our pursuit of deeper self-understanding? In this episode, Evelyn had the opportunity to receive a Human Design reading from her coaching colleague and friend, Meghan Murphy. Meghan is a career coach who specializes in the application of Human Design for career advancement. She is known for her invaluable career guidance and has recently incorporated Human Design into her coaching methodology.

Key points of this episode:

•Journey and Credentials: They share their history of significant personal and professional growth, highlighting their expertise and experience in the field of coaching.

•Meghan's Plot Twist: Meghan discusses a critical point in her life when she was deeply unhappy in her job, leading her into the discovery of Lumia and the coaching path.

•Human Design in Coaching: Meghan integrates human design with career coaching, providing a unique approach. She explains how human design can help individuals understand themselves better and find professional fulfillment, illustrating its practical application in career development.

•Personality Tests and Human Design: Meghan finds parallels between human design and other personality tests like Gallup CliftonStrengths and Myers Briggs, suggesting a holistic approach to understanding one’s strengths and preferences.

•Impact of Human Design on Relationships and Energy Management: Meghan talks about how understanding human design can improve relationships and help manage energy levels, an essential aspect of personal well-being.

•Exploring Evelyn’s Human Design Chart: The reading of Evelyn's chart provides a practical demonstration of how human design can offer personalized insights, reinforcing its value in coaching.

•Application of Human Design in Career Coaching: Meghan outlines how she uses human design in her coaching practice, including understanding energy types and authorities to guide career decisions. This section highlights the practical application of human design principles.

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It's the most clutterfull time of the year. But luckily it you have some control over what you choose to keep and let go of. In this tiny twist I give you 3 ways in which to approach your declutter sessions.

Steve Werner brings his Hour of Champions to the Twisted Plot Podcast, where he delves into the intersection of entrepreneurship, rest, and personal development. With a wealth of experience in coaching and consulting, Steve is the founder of Hour of Champions, and he’s here to share his insights and his own transformative journey.

Key points of this episode:

• Entrepreneurial Spark: Discover how Steve caught the entrepreneurship bug and how it can ignite your own business ventures.
• Resistance and Freedom: Learn how facing what you resist most could be your pathway to personal freedom.
• Mysterious Guidance: Hear the story of the mysterious book that landed on Steve’s doorstep and changed his life.
• Life's Stock Market: Uncover the surprising correlation between the stock market’s ebbs and flows and the rhythm of your life.
• The Gift of 'THE GIFT': Steve gives listeners the gift of “THE GIFT” - a transformative approach to life and business.
• Weaponizing Rest: Find out how rest can be a powerful weapon in your arsenal for success.
• Timeless Advice: Steve shares the most impactful piece of advice he’s ever received and how it can transform your life too.

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In a plot twist of fate I have decided to bring you some short form content.This will be a space to answer any questions or share what I have found the most useful for clients in sessions:

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No one said networking and being an introvert was easy, but did you know that you can use your introverted edge for success? Join Evelyn as she interviews coach, speaker, and author of "The Introvert's Edge: To Networking," and "The Introvert's Edge: To Sales," Matthew Pollard.

Matthew is known as "The Rapid Growth Guy," and for good reason. By 30, he was a key player in turning five businesses into multimillion-dollar successes. Today, he's a recognized Global Guru and a Top 50 Sales Pro. From Thailand to Las Vegas, he's impacted stages worldwide and earned a top-notch rep with the National Speakers Association. One thing is for sure, he's the guy for taking businesses to the next level.

Key points of this episode:

• What is slowing growth in your business
• The secret to networking for introverts
• How to set yourself apart when creating your offer
• What are you willing to let go of to become successful?
• How knowing your niche does not exclude you from other groups of people

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What if we didn't have to just white knuckle our way through our triggers? What if there were tools to really help us strategically bring awareness and help us when our triggers take over and bring us into greater states of tranquility?

In this illuminating episode of the Evelyn's Insights Podcast, your host, Evelyn, sits down with renowned psychologist and author Dr. Susan Campbell. They engage in an enlightening exploration of Dr. Campbell's groundbreaking book, "From Triggered to Tranquil". The episode delves into the book's key themes, strategies for dealing with emotional triggers, and the pathway to tranquility.

Dr. Campbell, with her vast experience and profound insights, explains the intricate workings of human emotions and how understanding our triggers can lead to a peaceful, balanced life. Listen in as she shares practical tips to manage emotional reactivity, revealing how to convert those energy spikes into positive forces.

From understanding your triggers to techniques for emotional regulation, this episode promises to leave you more informed and empowered to manage your emotional health. If you're searching for tranquility amidst life's chaos, this podcast is a must-listen.

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Are you looking for ways to preserve your energy? Did you know that Self Awareness could help you get that missing energy back? First episode in the year 2022 and it’s Episode #22: Finding Awareness with Amit Pagedar. Today I have someone who has influenced my coaching practice in the most profound of ways. I am overwhelmed with joy being able to interview Amit Pagedar the author of “Finding Awareness: The Journey of Self-discovery.”

👀In this episode, we talk about some of our fears, how he got invested in the path to awareness, and his motivation and purpose for writing the book. We talk about the ego and whether it is our enemy or if we should embrace it. We also talk about boundaries and spoiler alert there is a PLOT TWIST that I did not see coming and I have a new perspective on boundaries and feel lighter and more expanded because of it.

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You know what I am going to say right? Take what you want/need and leave the rest and as always, stay twisted. 

Love ❤️ Evelyn

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So what is attachment theory? On this episode of Twisted Plot Podcast, Marriage and Family therapist Julie Menanno, also know as the creator behind the Instagram account @thesecurerelationship gives everyone a rundown of  the four attachment styles(anxious, avoidant, secure and disorganized) the pros of Somatic Experiencing Therapy  and how the future of attachment theory might be the biggest plot twist of them all. Julie breaks down attachment theory so well on her instagram account, and has drawn a community of over half a million followers. Julie is such an active participant in her community and her daily posts that help inform her followers continues to prove that we all want to learn more about ourselves, our relationships and how we show up. In this episode she gives great examples of techniques to help those with an insecure attachment style that are trying to gain more regulation to help themselves through those hard times. If you walk away with anything from this episode, I hope it is the understanding that you are not alone, and that there are resources out there to help you in your everyday life. 

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Game show fans unite for this behind the scenes episode of what it is like to be a contestant on the hit show Jeopardy. Listen as Eugene Henderson, host of Problem Addict Podcast, shares his experience and all the juicy details of his experience, from taking the test, to meeting the man the myth the legend himself Alex Trebek. Listen as Evelyn gets the scoop on if the buzzer does in fact punish you for being too quick. Important details that could help make or break you if you are ever on this game show. Speaking of breaks, we get to hear a big break through moment and conclusion that Eugene has about his experience on the show, that reframes his perspective in a way he never thought of before. This episode will either motivate you to watch or go try out for a game show and thats exactly what we want. Please stay awhile, click that subscribe button and if you could be so kind as to leave a review, it really does help get visibility and everyone knows I want the world to learn how to be  game show contestants. 

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Instagram: @problemaddictpod

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/problem-addict/id1554022997

The Butterfly Effect in its most simple terms is chaos theory, which broken down even more, is when a small change can make much bigger changes happen. With the idea that one small change can have such a big effect on the future, I present to you, my guest and podcasting friend, Taria Faison. While we do not talk about the Butterfly Effect, I can honestly say our connection just made us experience it, in totality. In this episode, Taria and I deep dive her love of information, her multiple podcasts and we discuss how the small effects of something not so great actually can turn your life around completely and save you. This one is deep, so grab your weighted blankets, a glass of water or cup of tea and buckle up buttercups. 

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