In celebration of Men’s Mental Health month, Susan welcomes Jason Barnaby, Chief Fire Starter at Fire Starters Inc, to talk about the sh*tstorm that life becomes when we don’t have the emotional tools to manage everyday living. Jason’s mission is to change the world one fiery heart at a time by helping people #ignitehope and #torchfear. Earlier thi…

Susan welcomes friend of the podcast John Weiman to talk about the way that energy changes the course of our connection to others and the space around us. From feeling impatient and frustrated to excited and overjoyed, we bring ourselves fully to each moment in time. Sometimes, our energy arrives before we even begin to speak. John has had his own …

Susan welcomes Maureen Kafkis back to the show to talk about using our intuition to guide us toward living the life we want. The idea that we can tap into our internal vibe isn’t new, but it is an incredibly smart way to approach life. Maureen shares her own experiences trusting her gut and the big eruption that led her to restart life in all the w…

Susan welcomes Danijela Saponjic, CEO of Unfolding Spaces, to talk about the power of using Feng Shui to transform our space. Danijela is a Feng Shui and Space Healing Master, bringing 20+ years of consulting to businesses and individuals around the world, all to create harmonious spaces that thrive and evolve. Danijela’s impact extends further as …

Susan welcomes Allyson Fusella back to the show to chat about relationships. We are not given a manual to understand the foundations of relationships, instead we look outward at others people’s versions of how to act or respond to the emotional interactions in our most intimate connections. From ego to the misinformation we see across social media,…

Susan welcomes Nancy Pickard back to chat about relationships and the relational counseling work she is doing to bring harmony to couples. As a Certified Master Integrative Life Coach, Nancy holds a myriad of coaching certifications and is passionate about the work she does with people to guide them into the best version of themselves. She is the a…

Susan welcomes Jillian Romero Chaves to talk about revolutionizing the dating experience with her brilliant app Clara for Daters. Jillian went from an executive leadership role in the automotive industry to entrepreneur extraordinaire in the dating and relationship space as an outcome of her personal journey of heartbreak. By using her data-driven …

John Weiman is back to chat with Susan about the personal relationships in their formative years that shaped them. Both of them talk about their earliest role models that defined the look and sound of love, and how we all bring some of that baggage to our relationships. The mistakes can sometimes be on repeat until we learn the lessons needed in or…

Susan kicks off the year with a peak into her upcoming series about relationships. From intentional dating to relational living, and all of the stumbling in between, she has a line up of guests who share their own stories along with some expert advice on keeping the connection alive. Even if you’re in a successful partnership, these conversations w…

John Weiman is back to chat with Susan about trust, both in the relationship and with the therapist. Most people think of trust in relationships to be about fidelity, which is not at all where this essential component must exist. The questions about trust are: Can I trust you to be myself? Can I trust you will be there for me? Then there is the tru…

“Conflict cannot survive without your participation” said Wayne Dyer. As we get into the holiday season, Susan talks about setting healthy boundaries in order to minimize combative, uncomfortable situations with family or friends. The choice to participate is always yours. Dreams and Detours: https://www.dreamsdetours.com Instagram: https://www.ins…

In this encore presentation of episode 127, meet Jenny Crozier! Susan and Jenny sit down to talk about living life to the fullest, that it is never being too late to start something new, and how being from a family of tradesmen led her to a life of working in what has been traditionally known as a man’s field. Jenny’s deep sense of self, desire to …

Susan sat down with Lana Elco to talk about the Intimate Universe brand that she created and why this is a vital time “to discover new relationship models that can sustain the deepest level of intimacy and embrace the diversity of human personalities in the modern era”. It’s important to recognize that the human experience in our intimate life has …

Susan had the great pleasure to chat with Mahara Wayman about rewriting our life story so that we can fulfill the deepest parts of ourself. It isn’t always obvious what that could mean until we have lived a life of exploring career, family, and uncovering the parts of ourself that have been shaped because of the choices made. Mahara has done that a…

Susan freestyles her thoughts in this episode about learning from the people in her bereavement groups, holding herself to the same actions that are used in her couples therapy work, and questioning the access people should have to life altering content. When she thinks about asking someone who lost the love of their life to find new activities or …

Susan sat down with Maureen Kafkis to talk about the moments that sent them both on a journey inward to better understand themselves and wake up to more conscious living. It seems most people live in a semi conscious state, allowing negative thoughts and fears to lead them. All that does is prevent us from being true to ourselves, and free to be ge…

Susan welcomes back Atousa Raissyan, shaman, healer, spiritual guide, artist and published writer. Atousa has just released Change Yourself, Change the World, a book about ‘transforming your life from fear-based to choosing love and seeing magic’. Atousa is a brilliant guide helping people find the calm and love inside themselves. It is her desire …

Susan talks about getting the sudden change that we experience when a new job, new romance or the loss of either. It’s wild when life changes overnight and we find ourself diving into projects, work or a relationship. The anticipation and possibilities can blur our vision, remove our boundaries, and create a quiet chaos that will slowly rise within…

Susan welcomes Mike Overlie back to the show to talk about his new nonprofit SaveTwo.org that brings dogs and men together. Mike’s mission is “to save the lives of dogs and men, help them connect deeply to heal their wounds, and teach them skills to navigate this world and live better lives”. Mike has his own story of being saved by his dogs as he …

Susan sits down with Mike Overlie to continue the conversation about men connecting to their feelings. Susan and Mike dig into the incredible results that occur when men slow down enough to acknowledge what they are feeling, and subsequently what they need. It is true that small steps create great change. And who wouldn’t want to push away the torn…

Please meet Jenny Crozier! Susan and Jenny sit down to talk about living life to the fullest, that it is never being too late to start something new, and how being from a family of tradesmen led her to a life of working in what has been traditionally known as a man’s field. Jenny’s deep sense of self, desire to work hard, get dirty and enable other…

Susan sits down with Atousa Raissyan, shaman, healer, spiritual guide and artist. They share the importance of knowing ourselves and the choice we have to use our energy to be the creator of our life. Atousa is a brilliant, calming force, and her energy will leave you wanting more! Tune in to hear more and also find her at https://www.atousaraissya…

Susan talks about the importance of showing up! The in-person experience of connecting with others is vital to our health and way more fun. Whether with your work or in your social space, being face to face with people will always present opportunity that can’t be found through digital means. This is not to say those tools don’t provide convenience…

Susan talks about the dangerous tango couples get into when winning and defending are more important than loving one another. Criticism does not go well in relationships, but turning toward one another’s bids for attention, affection, and connection is the glue that holds them together. We all have bad days, when we need extra love and support. Lea…

Susan had the pleasure to chat with Daphnie Summers, artist, writer, and survivor of childhood sexual abuse. Daphnie’s college studies in psychology deepened her understanding of trauma along with her committed journey to her own healing. Daphnie had the chance to attend the Saprea retreat, a program designed specifically for women who have experie…

In an encore episode, Susan talks about the importance of having boundaries and the way in which we can reshape our lives by setting limits in all of our relationships. Once a people pleaser, she learned later in life that saying no is okay and that happiness is often dependent on our ability to honor ourselves. Dreams and Detours: https://www.drea…

Susan talks about being stuck, specifically in an unhappy marriage or partnership, and how normalizing an unhealthy life can be a foolish choice. The longer we stay in undesirable situations, our bodies and brains accept it as the new norm. We condition ourselves in the worst way possible, and keep ourselves further from living a happy, fun life. D…

Susan talks about the loss she witnesses in those bereaved from losing a spouse or partner. Unlike other types of loss, this one reconfigures the structure of everyday life, and takes time to navigate. Susan shares the way she manages bereavement groups and how guiding people toward honoring their beloved with storytelling and celebrating them stil…

Susan had the great fortune to sit down with Peleg Top, artist, creative high growth mentor, and spiritual director. Peleg has been in the creative space for many years, starting a branding and design agency that he built and sold, as well as guiding creative leaders in his 100 Days of Creative High Growth program. He is a soul artist, guiding his …

John Weiman is back to chat with Susan about trust, both in the relationship and with the therapist. Most people think of trust in relationships to be about fidelity, which is not at all where this essential component must exist. The questions about trust are: Can I trust you to be myself? Can I trust you will be there for me? Then there is the tru…

In an encore episode, Susan discusses romantic love, and knowing when to repair vs end a relationship. It can be tricky when your long-term partner seems distant and the connection feels broken. Are you being seen, heard, and understood? It’s critical to recognize the signs of self-betrayal vs the need to recalibrate your love, together. Dreams and…

Susan continues her conversation with John Weiman in part 2 about going from the darkness to an incredible second chance. Post liver transplant, John has his work cut out for him to survive while making huge life changes. When we live for so long exercising bad habits, telling and believing our own lies, and cheating ourselves and everyone around u…

Susan chats with John Weiman about the lies we are told that shape us. When we go from childhood to adulthood with so many false stories, it takes us on a wild ride of not knowing who we are or how to behave, with ourselves and others. From a lack of boundaries and self-worth to bad marriages and hitting rock bottom, these detours can reveal our tr…

Susan kicks off year 4 of Dreams and Detours with Atousa Raissyan, shaman, healer, spiritual guide and artist. They share the importance of knowing ourselves and the choice we have to use our energy to be the creator of our life. Atousa is a brilliant, calming force, and her energy will leave you wanting more! Tune in to hear more and also find her…

Susan sits down with Howard Brown to chat about his incredible journey as an author, entrepreneur, interfaith peacemaker and two-time stage 4 cancer survivor. Howard’s resilience is incredible as he has navigated his way to health and success. His new book titled Shining Brightly is a story about the detours he faced while pursuing his dreams. Howa…

Tanya Gill is a superstar! Brilliant, compassionate, funny and on-point. She is a teacher, social worker, and embodied transformational life coach. Susan and Tanya talk about the crazy situations life throws us and how managing all of the WTF moments helps us show up in a bigger way. Tanya is launching a 13-week program in October called Lighten Up…

Susan sits down with Melissa Deally to learn how her two daughters back to back concussions opened up a whole new world to their approach to wellness. When Melissa suddenly lost her job of many years and was taking care of her kids' injuries, the deep dive into the ‘why’s’ sent her on a journey of healing them and herself in the interim. Melissa’s …

Susan sits down with Candace Plattor, an Addictions Counselor and author of Loving an Addict, Loving Yourself. Candace is celebrating 35 years sober and while her 15year addiction story might have occurred long ago, it's a story that we continue to hear today: negligent doctors prescribing opioids in cases where proper treatment should be utilized.…

It was such a treat to chat with Beth Blaney, CEO and mastermind of BBA Bookkeeping. Beth’s mission is to serve as the backbone of your business so you can get to the next level and achieve the success you envision. As any entrepreneur might recall, getting started is both scary and exciting, so I wanted to talk to Beth because she knows how to get…

Denise Belisle is a serenity and emotional intelligence expert guiding people back to themselves. Whether life has shifted because of the empty nest or simply a change that creates more time, we must recreate ourselves for continued satisfaction. Susan chats with Denise about the evolution that we all experience with years spent living this life. W…

We repeat mistakes until we learn the lesson. Susan chats with Kelly Keville who knows that well. From codependence to independence, it was a journey that bounced Kelly around a bit but in the end gave her the confidence and strength to own her life. She conquered fears about herself that truly provided the landscape for the freedom she has today. …

Joanna Canfield with Butterfly Secrets discovered her ability to use her gifts to heal herself and others. Trained as a Reiki Master, Joanna uses a variety of tools and modalities to help others balance the energetic pain points inside their body. We often think about healing with meds or massage, but there are incredible responses when incorporati…

Consuela Muñoz is the Confidence Queen Next Door! Susan chats with Consuela about the importance of Leadership, both in the corporate setting and in our own life. Developing your confidence, owning your strengths, and celebrating your gifts is the roadmap for success. Consuela teaches Leaders to start with themselves, to model positive strengths-ba…

Susan chats with Shelly Drymon about redesigning her life after 50 and showing up for other women to do the same. Shelly’s professional life included years as a Social Worker supporting children in the welfare system, along with her ability to seek out grants and private funding for a host of programs to serve girls and restorative justice. Shelly …

Susan chats with Anna Sergunina, CFP and CEO of Main Street Planning, about the importance of financial planning in order to create a secure path forward. Whether you have a family or not, own a business, or work for a company, designing your financial needs will give you the power to know when you can make big life decisions with safety. Anna also…

Mike Overlie and Indigo are back on Dreams and Detours to continue the conversation about men connecting to their feelings. Susan and Mike dig into the incredible results that occur when men slow down enough to acknowledge what they are feeling, and subsequently what they need. It is true that small steps create great change. And who wouldn’t want …

Susan chats with Jack Perez, Founder & CEO of Kuel Life, champion of pro-aging women, normalizing aging for women in mid-life and beyond. Kuel Life is an online community designed to redefine midlife through meaningful, curated content. Jack created this start-up because she knew that when we come together we are brilliant beyond anything else. Wom…

Susan chats with Mike Overlie about his emotional awakening and how the canines in his life led him to that moment of self-discovery. In our search for purpose, we can get tangled by looking outward when the answers are all inside of us. Mike works with men specifically to guide them toward living full, exceptional lives. He also wrote a book about…

I had the great pleasure to chat with Dave Menz, a self-made man who dreamt about entrepreneurship as a kid. Dave experienced struggle and hardship early on but he never took his eyes off the prize. His tenacity and constant curiosity paid off as he found his calling in owning laundromats. Dave also knew that bringing a service business to the comm…

Hollis Citron is back for part two of our conversation about the creativity inside all of us. A new multi-authored book Invisible No More: Stepping into the Spotlight launches April 8, is a collaboration she helped birth with 17 writers through her publishing company Express Yourself Publishing. We had a great chat about the importance of finding a…