As the year comes to a close, I've found myself reflecting on the conversations I’ve had on the podcast and what has become clear as I listened to each of my guests.This isn’t a recap of interviews or a list of best moments. It’s a reflection on the themes that kept showing up, regardless of background, industry, or life story.In this solo episode, I share six truths that emerged again and again through conversation, about letting go, identity, presence, readiness, trust, and the human experience itself. Not as advice, but as invitations. Things to notice. Places to soften. Questions to sit with as we move toward a new year.My hope is that something here resonates, opens, or settles, and supports you in trusting what’s already alive and unfolding in your own life.Thank you for listening and for being part of this journey.SHOW NOTES:[00:00] - Welcome to The Inerverse of Business and Life Podcast[00:56] - Reflecting on the Year and Podcast Journey[02:56] - The Power of Letting Go[05:46] - Releasing Old Identities[11:15] - The Importance of Presence[14:38] - Movement Before Readiness[18:05] - Embracing the Human Experience[21:38] - Thank you for listening!SHOW LINKS:Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube Follow Barb on LinkedinFollow Barb on Instagram

We’ve all been in that place where we’ve tried everything we know how to do, and nothing is working. The offer doesn’t land, the shift doesn’t happen, the result won’t come. Our instinct is to push harder or figure it out.But what if “nothing is working” isn’t a problem to solve, but a moment to listen?In this solo episode, Barb explores the deeper intelligence inside these breakdowns. She shares personal and client stories that reveal how often the real invitation is to return to zero, loosen our grip, and get curious about what’s actually trying to come through.When all else fails, it’s usually not about effort, strategy, or discipline. It’s about meeting what’s underneath, the truth, the clarity, the next chapter that’s already forming.If you’re in a season where things aren’t clicking, this conversation will help you see why that might be the beginning, not the end.Thank you for listening to the Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast. For more resources like this, visit Barb's website at Barbarapatterson.com (https://barbarapatterson.com/).SHOW NOTES:[00:00] - Welcome to the Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast[00:56] - Navigating Moments of Failure[09:55] - The Power of Surrender and Curiosity[19:14] - Finding Freedom in Letting Go[33:52] - Thank you for listening!SHOW LINKS:Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube Follow Barb on LinkedinFollow Barb on Instagram

We’ve all had moments when a want feels clear, alive, and true, and yet, when it comes time to move toward it, something inside of us hesitates, tightens, or stalls.In today’s episode, we explore that mysterious place, the edge, where our heart’s desire meets old conditioning, protection, and the parts of us that don’t yet feel free.What if the pause, the freeze, or the resistance isn’t a sign of failure, self-sabotage, or “not wanting it enough”?What if nothing is wrong at all?Together, we look at why so many of us struggle to move toward the very things we care about, how our minds try to solve what doesn’t need fixing, and what becomes possible when we meet that edge with presence instead of pressure.Rather than forcing ourselves through fear, what's possible when we learn to stay with ourselves long enough for something new to reorganize inside?If you’re standing at the edge of a want, a longing, or a next chapter, this conversation is for you.Thank you for listening to the Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast. For more resources like this, visit Barb's website at Barbarapatterson.com (https://barbarapatterson.com/).SHOW NOTES:[00:00] - Exploring the Nature of Wants[03:23] - Understanding Resistance to Our Desires[05:11] - The Complexity of Emotionally Loaded Wants[07:03] - Navigating the Edge of Desire and Protection[09:05] - The Role of Presence in Overcoming Resistance[10:32] - Transforming Wants into Action[12:37] - The Power of Direct Experience[14:44] - Embracing the Full Range of Human Experience[17:04] - The Journey of Self-Discovery and Presence[19:06] - Awakening to Our True Potential[21:37] - Inviting Transformation Through PresenceSHOW LINKS:Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube Follow Barb on LinkedinFollow Barb on Instagram

What happens when we stop trying to control our lives and begin listening to the quiet nudges within? What becomes possible when we’re willing to step into the space where the known ends and life begins?In this conversation, author and world traveler Kristy Halvorsen joins me from inside her Airstream, the home she’s lived in for the past eight years while following what she calls the “tickles of her soul.”Kristy’s book, Perfect Unfolding, chronicles not just a physical journey across North America but an inner journey of awakening, surrender, and discovering a deeper connection to life.We explore how aloneness began to fall away, what it means to trust the unknown, how to live from inner guidance rather than fear, and the quiet courage it takes to follow the path that calls to us, even when it makes no logical sense.If you’ve been feeling a tug toward something new, a shift, a desire, or a possibility you can’t quite explain, this episode is an invitation to listen more closely. To trust the nudges. To take the next step without knowing the whole map. And to discover, as Kristy has, that life often leads us somewhere far more beautiful than anything we could have planned.Here’s my conversation with Kristy Halvorsen.Thank you for listening to the Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast. For more resources like this, visit Barb's website at Barbarapatterson.com (https://barbarapatterson.com/).SHOW NOTES:[00:00] - Introduction to Perfect Unfolding[05:52] - The Journey of Aloneness and Connection[08:50] - Embracing Surrender and Transformation[11:47] - The Power of Following Your Heart[14:34] - The Impact of Unexpected Connections[17:51] - Living by the Tickles of the Soul[25:46] - Embracing the Unknown[33:48] - The Power of Presence in Relationships[41:42] - Trusting the Journey of Life[50:45] - Thank you for listening to The Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast!SHOW LINKS:Visit Kristy's website (https://kristyhalvorsen.com/).Read Kristy's book, Perfect UnfoldingFollow Kristy on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/kristy.halvorsen/)

So many of us learn early in our careers to put on a kind of professionalism, a polished version of ourselves that keeps us safe, earns approval, and helps us fit into the rooms we enter. But over time, that same persona can become a quiet constraint. It creates distance. It limits our expression. And it costs us connection, with ourselves and with others.In this week’s episode, I'm joined by Ken De Loreto, Founder of Provoke Learning, long-time facilitator of leadership and learning, and co-host of the GenX at 60 podcast. Over his 38 years of working with organizations and leaders, Ken has taken a profound journey from performing and “earning the right” to reveal himself… to beginning from who he really is.Ken shares about the masks he used to rely on, the inner protector he learned to listen to, and the surprising freedom that opened up when he stopped trying to be who he thought others needed him to be. We explore the relationship between authenticity and professionalism, the longing we all have to belong, and the ways we quietly limit ourselves without even realizing it.This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt pressure to manage their image, prove their worth, or hold back the truer parts of themselves.This episode invites you to trust yourself a bit more and to let a little more of you into the room.Thank you for listening to the Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast. For more resources like this, visit Barb's website at Barbarapatterson.com (https://barbarapatterson.com/).SHOW NOTES:[00:00] - The Journey of Transformation[04:44] - Unmasking Professionalism[07:51] - The Cost of the Mask[10:47] - Finding Safety in Authenticity[13:46] - The Courage to Be Real[16:32] - Shifting Perspectives on Professionalism[19:50] - The Dance of Authenticity and Professionalism[25:31] - The Balance of Professionalism and Authenticity[28:50] - Exploring Organizational Culture and Hidden Rules[31:46] - The Journey to Authentic Leadership[35:53] - Transformation Through Vulnerability[42:31] - The Power of Connection and Self-ExpressionSHOW LINKS:Provoke Learning Website (https://www.provokelearning.com/)Listen to the Gen X at 60 Podcast (https://www.genxat60.com/)Connect with Ken on Linkedin (http://www.linkedin.com/in/kendeloreto)

What if life’s detours and unmet expectations are part of the design?In this conversation with Jason Amoroso, Founder of Revelation Breathwork, holistic high-performance coach, and host of Living the Way of Mastery and The Sound of Healing, we explore what it really means to let go of expectations and learn to trust life.From leaving a career in professional sports to building a business rooted in spirit and service, Jason shares openly about success, surrender, and the inner journey that continues to reshape him.A conversation about the space between drive and allowing, and discovering what remains when we stop trying to make life match the picture in our minds.Thank you for listening to the Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast. For more resources like this, visit Barb's website at Barbarapatterson.com (https://barbarapatterson.com/).SHOW NOTES[00:00] - Navigating Expectations and Reality[05:32] - The Hero's Journey and Personal Growth[08:36] - The Dance of Disappointment and Resilience[11:32] - Finding Purpose in the Struggle[14:25] - The Balance of Drive and Satisfaction[17:30] - Embracing Change and New Opportunities[20:35] - The Journey of Entrepreneurship and Self-Discovery[23:27] - The Role of Parenting in Business and Life[28:17] - The Balancing Act of Parenthood and Entrepreneurship[31:09] - Choosing Family Over Financial Gain[33:07] - The Importance of Mental Clarity and Awareness[35:26] - Navigating the Entrepreneurial Mindset[38:11] - The Role of Sleep in Personal Well-being[42:29] - Embracing the Journey of Self-Discovery[45:04] - Creating Meaningful Connections Through Breathwork[54:44] - Thank you for listening!SHOW LINKSLearn more about Revelation Breathwork (https://www.revelationbreathwork.com/)Follow Jason on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/revelationbreathwork/)

There are times when life looks fine on the outside - work is flowing, relationships are steady - yet something inside feels muted. A quiet flatness.That subtle hum of “blah.”In this solo episode, Barb explores how that feeling can often be a sign that we’ve drifted into our minds, narrating, managing, and interpreting life instead of living it directly.Drawing on a James Joyce quote, “Mr. Duffy lived a short distance from his body,” she reflects on how our mental protectors, once useful, can begin to constrict the very aliveness we long for.Through story and reflection, Barb invites you to notice where you might be living one step removed and to rediscover what happens when you let life in, not as something to fix or improve, but as an opening to more connection, richness, and felt presence.“Maybe the question isn’t how do I live more fully, but how much life am I willing to let in - even when it stirs me?”Thank you for listening to the Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast. For more resources like this, visit Barb's website at Barbarapatterson.com (https://barbarapatterson.com/).SHOW NOTES* [00:00] - Letting Life In: An Introduction* [01:41] - The Distance from Our Bodies* [04:23] - The Protection of Observation* [06:02] - The Impact of Internal Guards* [09:21] - The Call to Aliveness* [12:34] - Exploring Direct ExperienceSHOW LINKSSubscribe to the podcast on YouTube Follow Barb on LinkedinFollow Barb on Instagram

We all carry invisible rules, the quiet assumptions that shape how we live, work, and measure success.In this episode, Barb shares a story from a recent leadership retreat that revealed three powerful but often unseen beliefs:• that speed equals excellence,• that output equals worth, and• that what worked before should still work now.These hidden rules can fuel stress and overdrive, even when everything looks “successful” on the surface.When we start to see them clearly, something shifts.We discover that true excellence lives in clarity, not velocity - in presence, not proving. Thank you for listening to the Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast. For more resources like this, visit Barb's website at Barbarapatterson.com (https://barbarapatterson.com/). SHOW NOTES:* [00:00] - Unveiling Invisible Rules* [05:26] - The Cost of Excellence* [07:53] - Exploring Assumptions* [12:03] - The Velocity Trap* [14:36] - Output Equals Worth* [19:59] - The Rule of InertiaSHOW LINKS:Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube Follow Barb on LinkedinFollow Barb on Instagram

What happens when you spend six days in complete darkness, no phone, no light, no distractions, and finally stop trying to hold it all together?In this profound and intimate conversation, Barb Patterson sits down with Scott Kelly, a transformative coach whose experience in a dark retreat revealed what it truly means to let go and trust life.Scott shares how exhaustion, striving, and a lifetime of “it’s all up to me” slowly gave way to deep rest, surrender, and freedom.Together, Barb and Scott explore:* The power of darkness to illuminate what’s true* How nervous system healing opens the door to deeper trust* Why letting go isn’t collapse — it’s alignment with the intelligence of life* What happens when we stop living from survival and start letting life leadA conversation about surrender, aliveness, and the light that finds us when we stop searching for it.Thank you for listening to The Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast! To learn more about Barb visit her website (https://barbarapatterson.com/).SHOW NOTES* [00:00] - Introduction and Personal Transformations* [03:51] - The Dark Retreat Experience* [13:06] - Insights from the Dark* [22:13] - Integration and Returning to the World* [34:20] - Letting Go of Identity* [42:25] - Trusting the Process of Change* [50:35] - Final Thoughts and ReflectionsSHOW LINKSVisit Scott’s WebsiteConnect with Scott on LinkedinFollow Scott on Instagram

What if your okayness was never at risk, no matter the circumstances?In this episode, I’m joined by Board Certified Coach and Educator Davida Arnold for a conversation about what it means to discover that you’re okay - no matter what’s happening around you.Davida shares personal stories from parenting, teaching, and her own journey that reveal how easily we can get caught in the illusion that our happiness depends on others or our circumstances. Through the lens of the inside-out nature of life, she shows how clarity, grace, and well-being are always available within us.We explore the freedom that comes when we stop trying to control life and instead begin to trust the deeper intelligence behind it. From moments with her kids to insights in the classroom, Davida points us toward a truth that is both simple and profound: our okayness is never at risk.SHOW NOTES:* [00:00] - Introduction and Background* [02:22] - The Inner and Outer Worlds* [04:40] - Personal Insights and Transformations* [11:05] - Understanding Happiness and Relationships* [12:01] - Impact on Education and Teaching* [20:31] - Trusting the Process of Life* [27:12] - Navigating Challenges in Education* [36:48] - The Power of Perspective* [38:56] - Final Thoughts and ReflectionsSHOW LINKS:Visit Davida’s WebsiteThank you for listening to this episode! If you are interested in learning more about Barb and Innerverse Academy, you can visit our website at https://barbarapatterson.com/ (https://barbarapatterson.com/).

We’ve all been told to chase “work-life balance.” Get the calendar right. Set better boundaries. Manage your time better. But what if balance has nothing to do with rearranging the outside?In this episode, Barb Patterson explores why the traditional idea of work-life balance keeps us on a hamster wheel, and a fresh perspective on where to find what you’re looking for. She shares the simple but profound shift that allows you to meet deadlines, demands, and relationships with more clarity, presence, and ease.You’ll hear stories, insights, and practical moves for:• Seeing how your inner climate shapes every outer experience• Letting go of the myth that circumstances dictate your state of mind• Releasing the pressure of “equal time” and instead honoring the season you’re in• Remembering that your worth has nothing to do with productivityIf you’ve ever felt behind, stretched thin, or caught between competing demands, this episode offers a fresh perspective, one that reveals balance is already available to you, right here, in any moment.SHOW NOTES* [00:00] – The Myth of Work-Life Balance* [05:00] – Understanding Our Inner Climate* [09:59] – The Power of Internal Balance* [16:20] – Challenging Common Myths* [28:41] – Practical Steps to Inner BalanceSHOW LINKS* Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube * Follow Barb on Linkedin* Follow Barb on Instagram

What happens when the very lens shaping your world is invisible to you?In this intimate conversation, coach and author Melissa Ford shares her journey of uncovering the deep, unconscious belief that “I don’t matter”, and how that hidden story colored her relationships, her work, and her sense of self.Melissa and I explore the shift from concealing who we are, managing our image, protecting ourselves, controlling how others see us, to the profound freedom that comes when we reveal what’s really true. Along the way, Melissa describes the wake-up calls, messy moments, and liberating insights that transformed her marriage, her coaching practice, and her ability to fully engage with life.If you’ve ever found yourself second-guessing, over-controlling, or living under the weight of old conditioning, this conversation is an invitation to see the invisible lens shaping your reality, and to experience the deeper love, connection, and creativity that comes when you reveal rather than conceal.Thank you for listening to The Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast! Don't forget to follow for new episodes every Thursday and visit Barb's website (https://barbarapatterson.com/) for more resources.SHOW NOTES:* [00:00] - Transformation Through Coaching* [07:58] - The Journey of Self-Discovery* [17:25] - Unraveling Core Beliefs* [25:10] - Shifting Perspectives in Relationships* [36:48] - The Power of Revealing vs. ConcealingSHOW LINKS:* Connect with Melissa on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissafordcoaching/)* Visit Melissa’s website (https://melissafordcoaching.com/)

What happens when we stop resisting and start leading with “yes energy”?In this conversation, Barbara sits down with Sarah Richardson Mehler, Founder & CEO of Left Field Labs, to explore the inner shifts that have shaped her leadership and life.Sarah shares how embracing ambidexterity, blending imagination, and intuition with pragmatic execution, and empathy with strategy, opened space for her to bring her whole self to leadership. She reflects on why better together and collective intelligence is a strength in creativity and innovation, how a trip to the Amazon rainforest awakened new ways of listening and seeing, and why “thinking with the heart” is essential in both business and life.Together they explore the power of yes over resistance, the value of iteration over perfection, and the grace that emerges when we lead from curiosity, connection, and wholeness.If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to integrate ancient wisdom with modern work, or how to expand your leadership without losing your humanity, this episode will inspire and guide you.Thank you for listening to The Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast! Don't forget to follow for new episodes every Thursday and visit Barb's website (https://barbarapatterson.com/) for more resources.SHOW NOTES* [00:00] - Welcome to the Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast* [00:56] - Meet Sarah Mehler* [02:27] - The Journey Begins: From Personal to Professional* [04:26] - Creating a Supportive Work Environment* [07:37] - Embracing Challenges and Aha Moments* [10:27] - The Power of Yes Energy* [13:20] - Balancing Imagination and Pragmatic Execution* [16:32] - Iterative Growth and Grace in Leadership* [19:28] - Collective Wisdom: Lessons from the Amazon* [22:40] - Integrating Human and Machine Intelligence* [25:29] - The Collective Intelligence of Collaboration* [28:34] - Empathy as a Strength in Business* [31:40] - The Importance of Whole Self in Leadership* [34:27] - Going to a Bigger Place TogetherSHOW LINKS* Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/serichardson/)* Learn more about Left Field Labs (https://www.leftfieldlabs.com/)

Have you ever felt like you’re a project in need of fixing? Like if you could just conquer that flaw, stick to that habit, or find the right formula, you’d finally arrive? For years, Barb lived inside that story, and it left her with a constant hum of dissatisfaction and self-doubt.In this solo episode, Barb shares how the self-improvement path opened incredible doors, yet also kept her locked in a cycle of striving. What began to shift everything was the realization that she was never broken to begin with, that our true starting point is whole and complete.Through personal stories and real-life examples, she explores how this fix-it mentality sneaks into business, creativity, and leadership, and what changes when we begin to relate to ourselves from wholeness instead of lack.If you’ve been caught in endless self-analysis or always trying to “get better,” this conversation is an invitation to stop repairing and start creating, to inhabit your life and business fully, quirks and all, from the wholeness that’s already within you.Thank you for listening! Visit my website to learn more about The Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast and don't forget to follow for new episodes every Thursday.SHOW NOTES* [00:00] – Introduction to The Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast* [00:54] – The Illusion of Self-Improvement* [03:54] – Breaking Free from the Fix-It Mentality* [06:22] – Discovering Wholeness Beyond Fixing* [09:27] – Embracing Our Essential Nature* [12:17] – The Power of the Unknown* [15:11] – Shifting Perspectives on Growth* [18:15] – Living from Wholeness, Not Brokenness* [21:40] – Thank you for listening!SHOW LINKS* Explore Barb's Website* Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube * Follow Barb on Linkedin* Follow Barb on Instagram* The Innerverse Sessions – RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW!

What if money was never the problem, but our relationship to creativity and possibility?In this conversation, coach and author Aila Coats joins Barb to explore money, abundance, and the deeper source behind both. From her earliest entrepreneurial sparks as a child, to navigating pregnancy while reimagining her business model, Aila has continually discovered that wealth isn’t about formulas, it’s about creativity, resilience, and trust in the infinite source of life.Together they talk about:* How scarcity is often just anxious thinking, not truth* What it takes to stay open, curious, and willing when plans don’t go as expected* Practical and surprising ways to create money and resources* The deeper joy that comes from aligning with abundance rather than chasing formulasThis episode is an invitation to reimagine money, not as something scarce, but as energy flowing through creativity, service, and possibility.SHOW NOTES* [00:00] – Introduction to Money Conversations* [05:37] – Aila’s Early Entrepreneurial Spirit* [08:38] – The Role of Creativity in Financial Success* [11:36] – Navigating Life Changes and Business Adaptation* [14:35] – Innovative Solutions During Challenges* [17:45] – The Power of Mindset in Business* [20:32] – Exploring Possibilities and Taking Action* [23:37] – Encouraging Resilience in Entrepreneurship* [26:25] – Overcoming Limiting Beliefs* [29:33] – Staying Open to Opportunities* [30:37] – Navigating Disappointment in Business* [34:14] – The Art of Serving Through Enrollment* [39:11] – Staying Open to New Possibilities* [43:13] – Embracing Uncertainty and Abundance* [49:02] – The Power of Gratitude in ExchangeSHOW LINKSExplore Aila’s websiteLearn more about Barbara Patterson and The Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast: https://barbarapatterson.com/money-creativity-the-infinite-source-a-conversation-with-aila-coats/ (https://barbarapatterson.com/money-creativity-the-infinite-source-a-conversation-with-aila-coats/)

What if true leadership isn’t about pushing harder or overriding your limits, but about listening more deeply to your body and your wisdom?In this conversation, Barb sits down with Julie Chazotte, transformational coach and co-founder of Simple SHIFT, to explore what it really means to embody leadership. Julie shares her own journey from overwhelm and pressure to discovering the transformative role of the nervous system, somatic awareness, and embodied presence.Together they dive into the hidden costs of ignoring our limits, how to recognize the signals of the body, and why befriending our humanity is the key to accessing greater clarity, resilience, and creativity. Julie offers real-life examples of working with leaders navigating overwhelm, people-pleasing, and high-pressure environments, and shows how honoring our inner cues can shift everything from the quality of our decisions to the depth of our relationships.If you’ve ever felt stuck in your head, caught in self-doubt, or disconnected from your own clarity, this episode will give you a new way to see, and a new way to lead.Thank you for listening to the episode! Follow Barb for new episodes of The Innerverse of Business and Life podcast every Thursday.SHOW NOTES* [00:00] - Introduction to Embodied Leadership* [02:07] - Julie Chazotte's Journey and Transformation* [07:17] - Understanding Limits and Overwhelm* [10:25] - The Role of the Nervous System in Leadership* [17:56] - Practical Applications for Leaders* [20:59] - Navigating Stress and Pressure* [26:46] - The Importance of Trusting Inner Wisdom* [31:25] - Embracing Change and Uncertainty* [37:11] - The Call to Step into Leadership* [44:34] - Closing Thoughts and ReflectionsSHOW LINKS* Visit Julie's website (https://www.julieannechazotte.com/).Interested in learning more about the podcast? Visit Barb's website (https://barbarapatterson.com/embodied-leadership-julie-chazotte-on-limits-wisdom-the-nervous-system/).

We tell ourselves we’re waiting for the right moment, more information or better conditions. But often, those delays are just fear in disguise.In this solo episode, Barb unpacks how business has a way of shining a light on the patterns that keep us holding back, second-guessing, overthinking, playing it safe. She shares a personal story of a missed opportunity, and why real growth happens when we choose to engage with life and our businesses even when it's uncomfortable.Life, business, and creativity respond to our presence, our willingness to step in, and our willingness to make the first move.Thank you for listening! To learn more about the Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast visit my website BarbaraPatterson.com (https://barbarapatterson.com/the-innerverse-of-business-and-life-podcast/).SHOW NOTES[00:00] - Introduction to The Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast[00:55] - Life is Waiting for You to Engage[05:41] - The Fear of Taking Action[10:29] - Interactive Nature of Life and Business[14:37] - Invitation to Make the First Move[15:16] - Thank you for listening!SHOW LINKSExplore the WebsiteFollow Barb on LinkedinThe Innerverse Sessions - RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW!

What happens when the body refuses to play along with your plans—when the old drive, hustle, and push simply stop working?In this candid and inspiring conversation, BarB sits down with branding and marketing expert Lee Bjarnason to explore the unexpected “no” that changed the course of her career. Lee shares how a season of resistance and burnout revealed deeper wisdom, reignited her creativity through an unlikely side project about the Beatles, and ultimately transformed how she approaches her work and life.They talk about trusting your inner signals, reclaiming your voice after years in corporate environments, and helping brands tap into their own authentic story and soul. Whether you’re navigating a pivot, searching for renewed creativity, or trying to align your business with what feels true, this episode offers insight, encouragement, and permission to listen when your body says “no.”SHOW NOTES[00:00] - Navigating Career Fractures and Burnout[08:10] - Embracing Creativity and Finding Voice[14:34] - The Power of Authenticity in Business[21:52] - Trusting the Creative Process[27:35] - Identifying Blind Spots and Building Brands[36:19] - Exploring New Growth OpportunitiesSHOW LINKSConnect with Lee on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-bjarnason-29b2704/)Learn more about The Innerverse of Being and Life Podcast: https://barbarapatterson.com/the-innerverse-of-business-and-life-podcast/

What happens when we stop trying to be who we think we should be, and start showing up as we are?In this honest and thoughtful conversation, Barb sits down with Dan Wingard, real estate leader, business coach, and musician, to explore his personal journey from performance and perfectionism to presence and authenticity.Dan shares candidly about the evolution of his leadership, his marriage of nearly 30 years, and the internal shifts that helped him let go of the pressure to prove, perform, or have it all figured out. They talk about the trap of self-improvement, the myth of “finding your purpose,” and the freedom that comes when we appreciate where we are, rather than chasing who we think we should be.This episode is a meaningful reflection on presence, honesty, and what it means to live and lead with more connection, creativity, and peace of mind.SHOW NOTES:* [00:00] - Introduction and Personal Growth* [04:20] - The Importance of Presence in Leadership* [07:19] - Authenticity vs. Perception* [10:18] - Navigating Challenges in Leadership* [13:25] - Embracing Vulnerability and Realness* [16:12] - Transformations in the Real Estate Business* [19:06] - Exploring Emotions and Mindset* [22:11] - The Role of Music and Creativity* [25:11] - Finding Purpose in the Present* [28:15] - Appreciating the Journey* [31:16] - Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSHOW LINKS:Visit Dan's Website (https://danwingard.johnlscott.com/home)Follow Dan on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/danwingard/?hl=en)Learn more about the podcast: https://barbarapatterson.com/from-polished-to-present-dan-wingard-on-real-leadership-real-life/ (https://barbarapatterson.com/from-polished-to-present-dan-wingard-on-real-leadership-real-life/)

What does it really mean to live an embodied life? What does it mean to have a felt, experiential knowing of who we are beyond our thinking?In this solo episode, Barb explores her personal journey of embodiment and what it means to drop below the surface, listen to the intelligence of the body, and trust its guidance even in uncertainty.From a trip to Ecuador and the loss of a loved one, she shares how reconnecting to the body opened up new dimensions of clarity, trust, and presence.This episode is an invitation to let go of control, soften into sensation, and rediscover the wisdom that lives within. To feel it all. To allow it all.If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in your head, bracing against life’s intensity, or unsure how to move forward, this one’s for you.SHOW NOTES* [00:00] – Exploring Embodiment: A Journey Within* [05:11] – The Power of Embodied Experiences* [14:54] – Navigating Life’s Challenges with Presence* [16:42] – Embracing Change and Trusting the Process* [25:35] – The Wisdom of the Body: A Call to ActionSHOW LINKSExplore the WebsiteFollow Barb on LinkedinLearn more about The Innerverse of Being and Life podcast: https://barbarapatterson.com/embodied-living-trusting-your-body-feeling-your-life/