Bounce Back Stronger with Donna Ferris

2024 Astrology Predictions and the Saturn Return with CosmiColleen

This week, we have CosmiColleen, the amazing host of The Weekly Awakening Podcast as our guest.  Listen in to this fun and enlightening conversation to hear how understanding our horoscopes has helped us both navigate difficult times (and people).
Colleen's story is pure inspiration – she got into podcasting as a creative outlet to get through relationship drama and now, she helps her clients navigate their lives and loves with astrology.
In this episode, Colleen also spills the cosmic tea on what the stars have in store for us in 2024 and we discuss our Saturn Returns.
Finally, Colleen explains how astrology is not just about planetary movements; it's about making sense of our lives amidst interplanetary chaos. So, grab your cozy blanket, snuggle into your favorite chair, and join us as we dive into the perks of tuning into astrological intuition.
I hope this episode is helpful for you. If it is, please join us on this journey toward peace and purpose by subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing this episode with others. 
If you would like to listen to Colleen’s podcast, click here. Some of the other astrology resources she mentioned include:
The Nightlight Astrology Podcast
The Astrology Podcast
Moonology
For birth charts visit here
The Hellenistic Astrology Book
Liz Greene, Demetra George are other authors
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(The music used in this episode is Only the Brave Run Wild by Sounds Like Sander)

Leave People Pleasing Behind and Live a Life You Love with Susie Pettit

Join us for a transformative episode of Bounce Back Stronger featuring our special guest, Susie Pettit – a certified Parent, Life + Wellness Coach, and mother of five sons aged 18-26. As the host of the Love Your Life podcast, Susie brings a wealth of experience and invaluable insights to guide us in moving beyond our "good enough” lives to embrace our extraordinary potential.
In this conversation, Susie shares her personal journey of transformation following the loss of a dear friend. This catalyst led her to break free of people pleasing to create a life she loves which includes sharing her wisdom with the students of her Love Your Life School.
Our conversation covers a wide range of important topics including co-dependency in parent/child and partner relationships, dealing with narcissists, over-functioning behaviors, and the growing "failure to launch" trend.
Tune in to hear Susie’s essential insights on how we can all lead independent, fulfilling lives we truly love.
If you would like to learn more about Susie Pettit’s offerings or take her co-dependency quiz, the links are below:
Codependency Quiz: https://smbwell.com/bounce
Http://theLoveYourLifeSchool.com
And https://Instagram.com/smb.wellness
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If you are looking for mental health resources, please click here or reach out to your insurance provider. If you are in crisis, please dial 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or dial 988 for the suicide hotline (US only).

Building Lasting Connections with Maureen Ross Gemme

Have you ever wondered what it takes to build and maintain thriving decades-long relationships?
In this episode, Maureen Ross Gemme, CEO of Emerge Leadership Academy, will share how she’s managed to do this while navigating not a little bit of home life chaos.
🌟 Episode Highlights:
The Art of Building Lasting Relationships: Maureen opens up about the ways she builds enduring relationships (hint: go to retreats).
Tools for Transformation: As the author of "Emerge: 7 Steps to Transformation (No Matter What Life Throws At You!)," Maureen unveils the key self-care tools that have empowered her and countless others to navigate life's challenges. 
Recovery at Work: Dive into Maureen's innovative "Recovery at Work" program, where she applies the lessons learned in recovery to help others be their best at work and life.
Holiday Tips and Tricks: Maureen and Donna share tips we can use to navigate work or social events while maintaining our health and commitment to self-care.
To connect with Maureen visit her website here, follow her on LinkedIn as maureenrossgemme, on Facebook as @emergentleadership, and on Instagram as @emergeleadership. You can also email her at  Maureen@EmergeLeadershipAcademy.com
I hope this episode is helpful for you. If it is, please join us on this journey toward peace and purpose by subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing this episode with others.
To sign up for my in-person Reiki 1 Spiritual 101 Energy class on February 18th click here.
To purchase my book about overcoming loss to find true love - "We've Got to Stop Meeting Like This" click here. 
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If you’re looking for mental health resources, please click here or contact your insurance provider. If you are in crisis, please dial 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or dial 988 for the suicide hotline (US only).

Growing into Your Spiritual Britches with Psychic Cristina Leeson

Embark on a captivating journey with International Psychic Medium Cristina Leeson in this week's podcast episode as she unveils the fascinating story of her evolution into a spiritual leader. Join us as Cristina shares her unique perspective on spirituality and imparts her empowering guidance for the transformative year ahead, 2024.
With an impressive background spanning over two decades, Cristina has dedicated herself to teaching, conducting readings, and guiding individuals on a quest to rediscover their life's purpose. Her remarkable journey includes facilitating spiritual expos, speaking engagements at the prestigious Edgar Cayce Institute, hosting impactful spiritual conferences and retreats, and even helming a radio show that resonated with audiences across the entire US East coast.
Discover the heart and soul of Cristina's mission at the Inner Light Holistic Center, a thriving community she established over seventeen years ago. Through this sacred space, Cristina provides a diverse array of healing and spiritual classes, steadily working towards her vision of creating a lightworker army, one person at a time. Get access to Cristina's weekly email, a beacon of guidance featuring supportive messages, links to enriching YouTube videos, and free meditations by visiting her website innerlighthc.com, where you can also access complimentary meditations and explore recorded lessons at Cristina's Clairvoyant Cafe.
Cristina is currently immersed in crafting a spellbinding book, recounting her ghostly experiences and offering profound insights on navigating the mystical realm. Join us for an inspiring conversation that will enlighten and uplift your spirit!
I hope this episode is helpful for you. If it is, please join us on this journey toward peace and purpose by subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing this episode with others.
To sign up for my in-person Reiki 1 Spiritual 101 Energy class on February 18th click here.
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If you are looking for mental health resources, please click here or reach out to your insurance provider. If you are in crisis, please dial 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or dial 988 for the suicide hotline (US only).

A Netflix Worthy Love Story with Gin Carter

In this heartwarming episode of "Bounce Back Stronger," we delve into the extraordinary love story of Gin Carter - a marine biologist, author, yoga/meditation teacher, and veterinary student - whose pursuit of happiness led her to challenge and change laws. We follow Gin as she navigates the legal landscape, breaks barriers, and ultimately reshapes the rules for the sake of true love. 
But this episode isn't just about Gin's remarkable journey. We also explore the broader theme of animals as healers and companions and are reminded of our interconnectedness through a discussion of Gin’s book Parent, Trapped: Voices of Parenthood from Behind Bars. Join us for an inspiring and uplifting episode that explores the lengths we go for love, the courage involved in rewriting the rules, and the incredible healing power of the animal kingdom. 
To learn more about Gin follow her Instagram page @vetmedwithgin or visit her website www.gincarter.com.  To purchase her book Parent, Trapped: Voices of Parenthood from Behind Bars click here.
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Leave Guilt Behind with Erin Byron

Get ready to dive deep with Erin Byron, who we are honored to have as our first guest! She's not your average therapist – Erin's a Registered Psychotherapist, yoga therapist, and co-author of books like "Yoga for the Creative Soul," and the brain behind Trauma Aware Certified Training.
We kick things off by chatting about what Erin's noticing in her students and clients post-pandemic. And surprisingly guilt becomes the topic du jour and why leaving it behind is the key to real healing. Then, we get into the nitty-gritty of emergency self-care and self-regulation, straight from Erin's upcoming book "Safety First" (dropping in April 2024) - which leads us to discuss the poet Rumi. Then we wrap up with a discussion of the healing benefits of creativity and how to take care of ourselves in tricky holiday social situations.
I hope this episode is helpful for you. If it is, please join us on this journey toward peace and purpose by subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing this episode with others.
Thank you in advance.
And, if you are interested in learning more about Erin and her books and upcoming events please visit the www.ErinByron.com website. For a list of her upcoming events please click here.
To purchase my book about my journey of overcoming loss to find true love - "We've Got to Stop Meeting Like This" click here.
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If you are looking for mental health resources, please click here or reach out to your insurance provider. If you are in crisis, please dial 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or dial 988 for the suicide hotline (US only).

Bonus - A Short Mindfulness Practice

This four-minute mindfulness practice provides a bit of calm. Hope you will take a listen and share it with those who might benefit. Thank you.

Mindfulness for the Difficult Days (including Holidays)

This episode is a salve for the difficult days which can include holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, or just a day when we are overwhelmed with emotions. One of the best tools for those days is mindfulness - and my favorite mindfulness teacher? My WonderDog, Jake - because dogs are masters of staying in the moment.
Listen to hear what I mean and how mindfulness can help us stop ruminating thoughts, and focus on generating self-compassion and resilience.
Towards the end of the episode, I will lead a short simple mindfulness practice, and there will be a separate episode with just that meditation so you can use it when you need it.  
I hope this episode is helpful for you. If it is, please join us on this journey toward peace and purpose by subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing this episode with others.
For more information on our free December workshop Managing Grief / Loss at the Holidays click here.
For information on our free January workshop Creating Lasting Habit Change click here.
To purchase my book about my journey of overcoming loss to find true love - "We've Got to Stop Meeting Like This" click here.
To learn about our life, grief, and career coaching services, please click here.
To join our email list to receive our monthly newsletter which includes monthly essays on living a peaceful and purposeful life as well as book reviews, TV and movie reviews, funny memes, and inspirational quotes, click here.
Follow me on Instagram @donnayferris or join my Bounce Back Stronger Facebook group by messaging me @donnayatesferris or emailing me at donnayferris@minichangeyoga.com.
If you are looking for mental health resources, please click here or reach out to your insurance provider. If you are in crisis, please dial 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or dial 988 for the suicide hotline (US only).
The music for this meditation is Counting Breaths by Outside the Sky.
 

The Science of Resilience

In this episode we unravel the science of resilience, because I'm a skeptic, and always like a little science in my wisdom. Listen in for insights from the teachings of the late Dr. Steven Southwick - a distinguished expert in psychology and neuroscience from Yale - and learn how we all can apply his teachings to our lives. So we can Bounce Back Stronger from whatever life throws our way.
For more information on our free December workshop Managing Grief / Loss at the Holidays click here.
For information on our free January workshop Creating Lasting Habit Change click here.
To purchase my book about overcoming loss to find true love -  "We've Got to Stop Meeting Like This" click here.
To learn about our life, grief, and career coaching services, please click here.
To join our email list to receive our monthly newsletter click here.
Follow me on Instagram @donnayferris or join my Bounce Back Stronger Facebook group by messaging me @donnayatesferris or emailing me at donnayferris@minichangeyoga.com
If you are looking for mental health resources, please click here or reach out to your insurance provider. If you are in crisis, please dial 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or dial 988 for the suicide hotline (US only).

Bounce Back Stronger Introduction - Only The Brave Run Wild

Welcome to "Bounce Back Stronger," the podcast where we learn to not just survive, but thrive the challenges that disrupt - and ultimately enrich - our lives.
Sometimes by being brave and running wild.
I'm your podcast host, Donna Ferris, and my hope is through personal stories, scientific research, and well-worn wisdom, "Bounce Back Stronger" creates a community where vulnerability, healing, and purpose are discovered amid life's darkest moments.
Listen to learn more, and join this transformative journey of triumph and resilience by subscribing now, reviewing the podcast, and sharing it with your friends.
May it be of benefit.
For more information on our free December workshop Managing Grief / Loss at the Holidays click here.
For information on our free January workshop Creating Lasting Habit Change click here.
To purchase my book about overcoming loss and finding true love - "We've Got to Stop Meeting Like This" click here.
To learn about our life, grief, and career coaching services, please click here.
To join our email list to receive our monthly newsletter click here.
Follow me on Instagram @donnayferris or join our Bounce Back Stronger Facebook group by messaging me @donnayatesferris or emailing me at donnayferris@minichangeyoga.com
If you are looking for mental health resources, please click here or reach out to your insurance provider. If you are in crisis, please dial 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or dial 988 for the suicide hotline (US only).