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The Diabetic Toolbox

The Diabetic Toolbox

By Renee Reid

Welcome to The Diabetic Toolbox, where we are helping midlife folks win the battle against type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. If you are prediabetic or have a family history of type 2 diabetes, you will find tools and tips to help you lose weight naturally, heal your mindset, and strengthen your body through yoga and walking. TDT's mission is to reduce the number of amputations and the number of people who die due to complications associated with Type 2 Diabetes. Join the Movement! Hosted by award-winning podcaster, Certified Diabetes Lifestyle Coach, and yoga teacher Renee Reid.
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Episode 23 Two Tips to Creating A Dynamic Evening Routine

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Episode 36 The Connection Between Your Dental Hygiene and Your Overall Health

Episode 36 The Connection Between Your Dental Hygiene and Your Overall Health

Hello friends, welcome to another season of The Diabetic Toolbox; in today's episode, we're discussing the importance of maintaining dental health. Oral hygiene does more than give you a pretty smile and fresh breath. Healthy teeth and gums can help prevent serious health issues like diabetes and heart conditions.   In this episode, you will learn how:

  • How your dental health affects your heart health and diabetes.
  • The best brushing techniques.

What is good for your teeth and gums is suitable for your whole body. You will be protecting your smile and overall health.

With Peace & Love,

Renee

Resources:

 

Download your copy of our book for the month, You Are Stronger Than You Think: Affirmations to Heal Your Mind, Body, & Spirit:  this fillable eBook will help you to promote positive thinking and a healthier mindset, just what you need to manage your diabetes successfully.

 Achieve a weight loss of eight pounds in 30 days using the Diabetes Walking Kit. Find more information here: https://buff.ly/31HlCrH

Discover The Diabetic Podcast and Blog for valuable insights and advice. Visit www.thediabetictoolbox.com to access the content.

 Shop at Renee and Rubys and enjoy a 20% discount on your entire purchase. Afterpay and 30-day free returns are available.  Learn more at https://buff.ly/31HlCrH

 

If you want support, accountability, additional training, weekly recipes, and movement challenges, join The Diabetic Toolbox private Facebook Group; answer the three entry questions to become a member.

 

Feb 13, 202414:37
Episode 35 Diabetes, Alcohol and Stress
Sep 21, 202326:46
Episode 34 How To Create a Health Vision For Fall
Sep 18, 202314:03
Episode 33 Believe in Something Greater Than You
Sep 17, 202318:12
Episode 32: When to See Your Doctor Before Starting a New Workout Program
Aug 28, 202313:11
Episode 31 Diabetes and Sleep: What You Need to Know

Episode 31 Diabetes and Sleep: What You Need to Know

Hello friends,

Today we are talking about the connection between diabetes and sleep; according to the Sleep Foundation, adults need between seven and nine hours of sleep. Are you getting enough sleep each night? Research conducted by the Centers for Disease Control found that one in three adults in the U.S. does not get enough sleep, which increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and depression.  If you are not feeling rested when you rise up in the morning, today's episode will give you some tips to help you get the rest you need to manage your diabetes and overall health. Sleep is restorative and one of the most underrated and natural tools to heal our bodies and manage our weight. Enjoy!

With Peace & Love,

Renee

Resources:

Ready to get moving? Download the Diabetes Walking Kit and Lose Eight pounds in 30 days. The walking kit is designed to help you naturally lose your first on next eight pounds, lower your blood sugar, and increase your mobility. It includes an easy-to-follow walking calendar, my 14-day clean eating program; plus, I am offering a free 60-minute session with me to help you get started.  Total value $125.   Click this link: https://buff.ly/31HlCrH.

 

Looking for an inspirational gift for yourself or someone you love?  visit The Diabetic Toolbox Store and get 20% off your entire purchase.  Your purchases help us continue podcasting and provide free virtual and in-person yoga and diabetes prevention classes. Thank you. Click this link to shop https://buff.ly/31HlCrH.

 

Click this link to check out The Diabetic Toolbox Blog: https://buff.ly/31HlCrH, which offers natural solutions to reverse or successfully manage diabetes. 

Apr 21, 202311:21
Episode 30 The Courage to Start Again:  Four Tips to Help You Restart Your Wellness Journey

Episode 30 The Courage to Start Again: Four Tips to Help You Restart Your Wellness Journey

Hello friends,

I know how hard it can be to deal with a chronic illness day in and day out. Today, I want to offer you some encouragement if you are thinking about quitting or giving up on yourself. Because, my friend, you must begin again for your family, friends, and community, all of whom depend upon you getting well. But the most crucial reason you must start again is for yourself because you are too important to lose.

When you listen to the episode, you are going to learn how to reconnect with your "why" This will keep you going when things get hard. How to set small goals, remove barriers, and ask for help. Quitting is not an option; you can find the courage to start again somewhere inside you. And, if you still need help, you can borrow some courage from me; I am only a DM or email away. You can contact me at info@thediabetictoolbox.com

Please share this episode with someone you love,

With Peace & Love,

Renee

Resources:

Ready to get moving? Download the Diabetes Walking Kit and Lose Eight pounds in 30 days. The walking kit is designed to help you naturally lose your first on next eight pounds, lower your blood sugar and increase your mobility. It includes an easy-to-follow walking calendar, my 14-day clean eating program; plus, I am offering a free 60-minute session with me to help you get started.  Total value $125.   Click this link: https://buff.ly/31HlCrH.

 

Looking for an inspirational gift for yourself or someone you love?  visit The Diabetic Toolbox Store and get 20% off your entire purchase.  Your purchases help us continue podcasting and provide free virtual and in-person yoga and diabetes prevention classes. Thank you. Click this link to shop https://buff.ly/31HlCrH.

 

Click this link to check out The Diabetic Toolbox Blog: https://buff.ly/31HlCrH, which offers natural solutions to reverse or successfully manage diabetes. 

Apr 20, 202314:39
Episode 29 Is Your Desk Trying to Kill You?  Diabetes and Desk Workers
Apr 19, 202308:06
Episode 28: When Was Your Last Check-up?  Four Health Screenings for Men Over 50

Episode 28: When Was Your Last Check-up? Four Health Screenings for Men Over 50

Hello, my friends,

In today's episode, we are talking about the four health screenings that every man over 50 should include in the annual or semi-annual check-up.

A study conducted by the Cleveland Clinic found that 65 percent of men avoid going to the doctor for as long as possible.  Today, we are talking about the four-health screenings every man over 50 should be sure to include in their yearly physical.  There are necessary medical screenings that should be conducted annually or semi-annually. This is a conversation you can have with your doctor so you know the best route to take.  To live a healthy and fulfilling life, being proactive is crucial to prevent life-threatening illnesses.

This is especially true once you turn 50. This is because many illnesses begin to surface after 50, and early detection can result in rapid treatment and life-saving results.  Be sure you are current on your family’s medical history. It might be necessary to start these screenings earlier than 50.

In this episode, you will learn the importance of :

  1. Prostate Exam
  2. High Blood Pressure Check
  3. Cholesterol screenings
  4. A1C blood test

Our sons and daughters are watching how well we take care of ourselves; we are their role models for life, including how we care for our health.

With Peace & Love,

Renee

Resources:

Ready to get moving? Download the Diabetes Walking Kit and Lose Eight pounds in 30 days. The walking kit is designed to help you naturally lose your first on next eight pounds, lower your blood sugar, and increase your mobility. It includes an easy-to-follow walking calendar, my 14-day clean Eating program; plus, I am offering a free 60-minute session with me to help you get started.  Total value $125.   Click this link: https://buff.ly/31HlCrH.

 

Looking for an inspirational gift for yourself or someone you love?  Visit The Diabetic Toolbox Store and get 20% off your entire purchase.  Your purchases help us continue podcasting and provide free virtual and in-person yoga and diabetes prevention classes. Thank you. Click this link to shop https://buff.ly/31HlCrH.

 

Click this link to check out The Diabetic Toolbox Blog: https://buff.ly/31HlCrH, which offers natural solutions to reverse or successfully manage diabetes. 

Apr 13, 202312:03
Episode 27  Weight Loss Drugs Should You Use Them to Lose Weight and Manage Diabetes?
Apr 05, 202307:19
Episode 26 Stop the All or Nothing Mentality
Apr 01, 202309:48
Episode 25:  Cutting Back on Sugar for Real This Time

Episode 25: Cutting Back on Sugar for Real This Time

Mar 28, 202308:16
Episode 24 Losing Belly Fat, the Healthy Way

Episode 24 Losing Belly Fat, the Healthy Way

Hello friends, today we are talking about how to lose belly fat and improve our overall health.  In this episode, I am sharing some easy-to-implement tools to help you win the battle of the bulge.   Looking cute in a bathing suit isn’t the only reason to be concerned about belly fat. Packing on excess pounds around your middle raises your risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers. It is especially dangerous when your spare tire includes visceral fat surrounding your heart, lungs, liver, and other organs.

Remember that you can have too much visceral fat even if you’re thin, so measure your waistline to be sure it’s under 35 inches for women and 40 inches for men. Hormonal changes, a sedentary lifestyle, and mindless eating all promote weight gain around your middle.  You can reduce this unhealthy fat with simple lifestyle changes.

With Peace & Love,

Renee

Resources:

Ready to get moving? Download the Diabetes Walking Kit and Lose Eight pounds in 30 days. The walking kit is designed to help you naturally lose your first on next eight pounds, lower your blood sugar, and increase your mobility. Click this link: https://buff.ly/31HlCrH.

Looking for an inspirational gift for yourself or someone you love?  Visit The Diabetic Toolbox Store and get 20% off your entire purchase.  Your purchases help us continue podcasting and provide free virtual and in-person yoga and diabetes prevention classes. Thank you. Click this link to shop https://buff.ly/31HlCrH.

Mar 13, 202308:06
Episode 23 Two Tips to Creating A Dynamic Evening Routine
Feb 16, 202311:57
22.  Three Easy Steps to Creating Your Morning Routine
Jan 31, 202310:54
21. Diabetes & Gut Health

21. Diabetes & Gut Health

Hello friends, today we are talking about the connection between your gut health and successfully managing prediabetes or type 2 diabetes.  70-80 percent of your immune cells are in your gut; an unhealthy gut can promote insulin sensitivity and inflammation, and insulin is the primary hormone that controls your blood sugar; by strengthening your gut and reducing inflammation, you have a better chance of stabilizing your blood sugar daily. In addition, research has shown that when the microbiome is not healthy, it can cause the walls of your gut to weaken, leaving space where toxins, bacteria, and partially digested food can leak into the bloodstream causing leaky gut syndrome.

I am sharing some simple tips to help you improve your gut health, lower your blood sugar, and reduce inflammation.  Don't forget to share this episode with a friend and follow the blog at www.thediabetictoolbox.com, so you don't miss an episode.

With Peace & Love, 

Renee

Resources:

· Download your Lose Eight pounds in 30 days walking kit designed to help you naturally lose your first on next eight pounds.

· Find the next inspirational gift to yourself or someone you love at thediabetictoolboxstore.com. Enjoy 20% off your entire purchase.

· Your body needs protein for strength and fuel; check out the MBODY 360 Store:  for dairy-free and gluten-free protein powders and energy bars. They are delicious and healthy. Free shipping is available on orders $50 or more

Jan 30, 202316:35
20. The Truth about Intermittent Fasting
Jan 12, 202317:60
19. Taking An Honest Look at the Food We Eat
Jan 10, 202314:15
18. Before You, Make That New Year's Resolution, try Self Reflection
Jan 09, 202309:23
17. Three Ways That Walking Improves Your Overall Health

17. Three Ways That Walking Improves Your Overall Health

Hello friends, in today's podcast, I am sharing the benefits of one of my favorite activities, walking. You will learn the three tips for integrating walking into your wellness journey, and I am sharing some tips on helping you get started. As someone diagnosed with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, you always look for the best way to lose weight and get healthy. Because we know from the research that losing weight is one of the best tools for reversing or successfully managing our diagnosis. The American Diabetes Association and the Centers for Disease Control recommend getting 150 minutes of moderate cardio activity each week. I do not just love walking because it is one of the core components of my coaching program, the Diabetes Weight Loss Lab. It was the primary way I lost forty-three pounds and reversed my prediabetes. I hope you enjoy today's podcast and don't forget to share it with someone you love. With Peace & Love, Renee Download your walking calendar and get started on your walking journey today.  The Diabetic Toolbox Store for a curated collection of eBooks, coaching programs, and merchandise designed to help you craft a lifestyle that supports your wellness transformation.
Dec 07, 202211:22
16. The Power of Using Affirmations in Your Healing Journey

16. The Power of Using Affirmations in Your Healing Journey

Hello friends,

In today's episode, I am sharing why affirmations are a wonderful tool to help you reframe negative thoughts that could be impacting your healing.  I believe holistic tools and medical science can work together to help us create a wellness plan that addresses our physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.  After all, isn't that how we create a lifestyle that will help us to sustain our health and fight against disease?  I hope you enjoy this podcast, don't forget to follow, and please share it with someone you love.  Click this link. If you want to download my new eBook, You Are Stronger Than You Think: Affirmations to Heal Your Mind, Body & Spirit.  

With Peace and Love,

Renee


PS Thank you so much for your support; your donations help us continue offering free diabetes prevention and yoga classes in person and online.  We couldn't do what we do without you.   Click this link to become a sustaining donor, just $ .99 a month would make the world of difference.  


Nov 03, 202219:19
Episode 15 Don’t Wait Until Next Year! Three Tips to Help You Get Back on Track
Nov 01, 202216:39
Episode 14 TDT Yoga Audio Connecting To the Breath
Sep 19, 202214:28
Episode 13 TDT Don’t Go It Alone: Ending the Stigma of Diabetes
Sep 16, 202209:35
Episode 12 TDT Four Habits That Could be Keeping You from Losing Weight
Sep 06, 202210:30
Episode 11 TDT How to Use Mindfulness to Keep Stress & Diabetes Under Control

Episode 11 TDT How to Use Mindfulness to Keep Stress & Diabetes Under Control

Hello friends, on today's podcast, I am sharing tips on how to use mindfulness to control diabetes distress.  Diabetes distress is an emotional response to the burdens of living with diabetes and the self-care necessary to manage diabetes.  Mindfulness will not help you manage your stress levels overnight, but continued practice will help you to make it a powerful tool in your fight against this disease.

Please share this episode with someone you love, 

With Peace and Love,

Renee

Podcast Links

Download your copy of the new E-book You are Stronger Than You Think: Affirmations to Heal Your Mind, Body, and Spirit.

Become a patron of The Diabetic Toolbox for as little as $.99; your support helps us to continue podcasting and providing free yoga and diabetes prevention classes within the community.

Sep 05, 202209:00
Episode 10 TDT Affirmation: I Live an Abundant Life
Aug 30, 202207:15
Monday Affirmation: I Call Upon My Inner Strength
Aug 08, 202207:22
Six Simple Ways To Manage Your Self-Care
Jun 25, 202214:07
The Prediabetes Weight Loss Lab
Jun 20, 202210:48
Is Your Weight Holding Your Life Hostage?
Apr 12, 202216:36
Ready to Stop Dieting? Do This Instead!

Ready to Stop Dieting? Do This Instead!

Hello friends, I am sharing my secret weapon for losing 43 pounds and keeping it off in today's episode.  It's called mindful eating and the 20-minute meal.

Mindful eating means taking the time to honor your body by choosing nutrient-dense whole foods, that you prepare with care, yes that means cooking more meals at home and eating slowly and attentively using your five senses to really enjoy it.

It means setting aside quiet time in your schedule to prepare and enjoy eating your meal without rushing or multitasking at the same time.

Mindful eating is a way of saying to yourself: “I respect my body enough to be completely aware of what I put into it and of the way I eat.”

The 20-minute meal will help you to stop eating on the run, overeating when you are full, and repair your relationship with food.

With Peace and Love,

Renee


Resources:

Ready to lose weight eating the foods you love? Download your eBook and Workbook bundle today! How to Use Mindful Eating to Lose Weight & Keep It Off

Your purchase will be donated to the Atlanta Mission to help fund their Easter dinner this year for the thousands of homeless men, women, and children in the Atlanta area.

MBODY 360 Store:  Check out their Gluten-free, dairy-free protein shakes and energy bars they are delicious and healthy

Let me help you to lose weight naturally, lower your A1C level, and your high blood pressure sign up for private coaching: 28-Day Heart Health Challenge is open there are 20 spots available and 50% off the regular price.  Let’s Get Healthy Together

Mar 27, 202211:59
Creating Your Health Vision For Spring
Mar 24, 202212:21
Stop Overthinking Your Wellness Goal
Mar 22, 202209:11
Are You Struggling with Your New Year’s Resolution? Four Strategies to Get Back on Track
Mar 11, 202213:50
 10 Ways to Love Your Body When Managing a Chronic Illness

10 Ways to Love Your Body When Managing a Chronic Illness

Hello everyone, if you would like to watch these video-it's on our YouTube Channel just click this link.

Welcome to the Diabetic Toolbox  

This video and workbook bundle is designed to help you to incorporate actionable strategies that will promote self-love, help you regain your self-confidence, and fall in love with your body again.

 Today’s training will cover:  

What is a chronic illness? 

 Ten strategies to help you improve your body image 

 Why your body image is an integral part of your healing progress.  

Click this link to download the free workbook that accompanies this video https://sowl.co/s/xrRFj   

Download the new book selection from the Courageous Woman’s Series: The Courageous Woman’s Guide to Stop Thinking Like a Victim eBook and workbook bundle; you get a free 45 -minute coaching session with me with each purchase.  https://sowl.co/s/YYiGH

Ready to lose weight naturally, heal your mindset, and take the stress and overwhelm out of your weight loss journey?  Then join me for the 28-Day Walking & Clean Eating Challenge.  This is the exact program I used to begin my 43-pound weight loss journey.  Click this link to join me for this private 4-week program.  Using my proven system, I will help you lose up to ten pounds and learn how to keep it off.  There are only 20 spots available.  Plus, you will get $200 off the regular price.  Click this link to join today!

Enjoy! 

With Peace and Love, Renee

Feb 22, 202235:20
Episode 59 Before you Say Take This Job and Shove It: Five Ways to Manage a Job You Hate
Nov 23, 202113:41
WTYL Episode 58 Five Ways to Let Go of Being a Victim and Gain Control Over Your Life

WTYL Episode 58 Five Ways to Let Go of Being a Victim and Gain Control Over Your Life

Hello Sister,

Today we are going to talk about one of my favorite things mindset shifts.  The shift we are going to make today is to stop thinking like a victim and to begin thinking like a warrior.

In today's episode, you will learn five strategies to help you get started.

  •  Increase your awareness.
  • Be sure to take responsibility.
  • Stop waiting for someone to rescue you.
  • Try Prayer or meditation.
  • Discover and implement your favorite stress-relieving activity.

You can reclaim your power as you experiment with different stress-relieving activities.  In time you will learn how to avoid or diminish negative thinking in your personal space.  Your first response will not be to blame others, your luck, or your circumstances.  Instead, you will manage your emotions with calm and ease.  It is time to regain your power.   Which one will you try today!

With Peace and Love,

Renee


Hi guys, my name is Renee.  I am a Certified Coach and Yoga teacher host of the award-winning Welcome to Your Life Podcast and the Courageous Woman's Book Club founder.      Thank you so much for checking out today's episode  This month our goal is to raise $700 for the Atlanta Mission to help support homeless moms and their children-download The Courageous Woman's Guide to Stop Thinking Like a Victim E-Book and Workbook Bundle. You get both for only $5. Take control of your circumstances and create the life you want to live. We donate $1 from every purchase.

Join the Group: Ready to heal, connect, and grow? Join the free Welcome to Your Life! Facebook Group for training, support, and love

Check out past episodes of the Welcome to Your Life Podcast. Don't forget to follow.

Sep 27, 202115:24
WTYL Episode 57 Five Things Every Single Mom Should Consider Before Dating Again

WTYL Episode 57 Five Things Every Single Mom Should Consider Before Dating Again

Hope for love, pray for love, wish for love, dream for love…but don’t put your life on hold waiting for love.”
Mandy Hale,
The Single Woman: Life, Love, and a Dash of Sass

Hello, my dear sisters,

Today I want to talk to you guys about dating.  The tips I share in today’s podcast are for single moms, but can really be used for any woman who is about to embark on the dating scene.

In the podcast you will learn:

  1. Why healing first is so important.
  2. How to make sure that your kids are adjusting.
  3. Organize your household.
  4. Get your finances in order.
  5. Create your village.

Let me know what you think and if you have any tips to share, just hit reply to this email.

Click here to listen to today’s podcast

Do me a favor, and share this post with someone you love, and don't forget to follow the blog I don't want you to miss an episode. Click this link to read the full post

With Peace and Love,

Renee

Remember, I am only an email away, info@reneereid.net.

Hold on to your dream, you are worth it!


Hi guys, my name is Renee. I am a Certified Coach, yoga teacher,  host of the award-winning Welcome to Your Life Podcast, and the founder of the Courageous Woman’s Book Club. Thank you so much for checking out today’s blog post and podcast episode.

This month our goal is to raise $700 for the Atlanta Mission to help support homeless moms and their children-download The Courageous Woman's Guide to Stop Thinking Like a Victim E-Book and Workbook Bundle. You get both for only $5. Take control of your circumstances and create the life you want to live. We donate $1 from every purchase.

Join the Group: Ready to heal, connect, and grow? Join the free Welcome to Your Life! Facebook Group for training, support, and love

Check out past episodes of the Welcome to Your Life Podcast. Don’t forget to subscribe.

Read the Welcome to Your Life Blog

Sep 15, 202115:08
WTYL Episode 56 Forgiveness is Not Forgetting
Aug 22, 202107:56
WTYL Episode 55 When Life is Out of Control- Believe in Something Greater Than Yourself

WTYL Episode 55 When Life is Out of Control- Believe in Something Greater Than Yourself

Hello my dear sisters, 

     Life as we knew it has changed forever, it seems that we will be wearing our masks for a while and some of us will continue to shelter in place either by ourselves or with the people we love.  I know that as women our first inclination is to fix what is broken, but sometimes fixing what is broken requires us to step back and let faith step in, in today's episode we are discussing why believing in something greater than yourself could be the very thing you need to gain some semblance of control over your life, health, and overall well-being.

Do me a favor, and share this episode with someone you love, and don't forget to follow the podcast I don't want you to miss an episode.

With Peace and Love,

Renee


Hi guys, my name is Renee.  I am a Certified Coach and Yoga teacher host of the award-winning Welcome to Your Life Podcast and the Courageous Woman's Book Club founder.      Thank you so much for checking out today's episode.

This month our goal is to raise $700 for the Atlanta Mission to help support homeless moms and their children-download The Courageous Woman's Bible Discovery Journal. It's only $3.58. Connect or reconnect with God in 15 minutes a day. -We donate $1 from every purchase.

Join the Group: Ready to heal, connect, and grow? Join the free Welcome to Your Life! Facebook Group for training, support, and love

Check out past episodes of the Welcome to Your Life Podcast. Don't forget to follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode.


Aug 12, 202107:13
Episode 54 WTYL Four Things to Do to Help Your Adult Children  Process Your Parenting Style

Episode 54 WTYL Four Things to Do to Help Your Adult Children Process Your Parenting Style

Hello, my sisters, today's episode may touch a little close to home.  But let me say, that I did not record it to condemn anyone for their parenting style.  It is simple to help you help your children when they ask you why you parented them the way you did.  Believe the questions are coming and I want you to be better prepared than I was, instead of trying to defend your parenting record I want you to try these four tools.  

  • Listen Actively
  • Correct inadequacies with love
  • Show yourself some compassion
  • Beware of guilt

We have all made mistakes as parents and while you cannot go back and fix your parenting mistakes, you can help your children to understand why they turned out the way they did and how they can become better people and better parents.  We know that parenting is a lifetime commitment and as our children grow into adults we get to be not just their mom but maybe even their friend.

With Peace and Love,

Renee

Hi guys, my name is Renee.  I am a Certified Coach and Yoga teacher host of the award-winning Welcome to Your Life Podcast and the founder of the Courageous Woman’s Book Club.      Thank you so much for checking out today’s post.

This month our goal is to raise $700 for the Atlanta Mission to help support homeless moms and their children-download The Courageous Woman’s Bible Discovery Journal it's only $3.58 Connect or reconnect with God in 15 minutes a day. -We donate $1 from every purchase.

Join the Group: Ready to heal, connect, and grow? Join the free Welcome to Your Life! Facebook Group for training, support, and love

Check out past episodes of the Welcome to Your Life Podcast. Don’t forget to follow.

Aug 08, 202111:09
WTYL Episode 53 Feeling Safe in An Unsafe World: Three Ways to Create Your Own Safety Bubble

WTYL Episode 53 Feeling Safe in An Unsafe World: Three Ways to Create Your Own Safety Bubble

Hey guys, welcome to another episode of the Welcome to Your Life Podcast.  Today, we are talking about how you can create your own safety bubble and promote healing, love, and connection in your life.  You know many of us rely on others to make us feel safe, and it might be time to ask ourselves if this is fair to them.  As humans, they will ultimately fail us, and then we will feel even more disappointed, abandoned, and alone.

I know that the world can feel anything but safe, especially for women or people of color.  But what if you could create your own safety bubble and grow into the woman you were meant to be.  In this episode, I share three simple but powerful tools you can begin to use today.  Including healing, believing in something greater, and creating your village.

You cannot control what happens in the world, but you can control how you respond.  Taking control of your healing will help you to stay positive and keep moving when things get tough, and you want to quit.

Remember, I am only an email away, info@reneereid.net

With Peace and Love,

Renee

Hi guys, my name is Renee.  I am a Certified Coach,  Yoga teacher host of the award-winning Welcome to Your Life! Podcast,  and the founder of the Courageous Woman’s Book Club.      Thank you so much for checking out today’s post.

Support homeless moms and their children-download The Courageous Woman’s Bible Discovery Journal -We donate $1 from every purchase.

Join the Group: Ready to heal, connect, and grow? Join the free Welcome to Your Life! Facebook Group for training, support, and love

Check out past episodes of the Welcome to Your Life Podcast.  Don’t forget to subscribe.

Jul 11, 202112:35
Episode 52 When The People You Love Don't Support You

Episode 52 When The People You Love Don't Support You

"Our world has changed. We must prepare for what's going to happen next.” - Mike Smith

You have decided to do something positive and make a change in your life.  You would think that your family and friends would gather around to support you and become your biggest cheerleaders.  Unfortunately, that is not always the case. 

In this episode, I will share with you the number one reason your family and friends might not support your move towards a new life and the quick and easy way you can create a village that will help you empower your mindset and lend you the emotional fuel you need to keep going when you feel like you are running on empty.

Read the Welcome to Your Life Blog

     I want to invite you to download this month’s selection, The Courageous Woman’s Bible Discovery Journal. if you are looking to connect or reconnect with God in a powerful way, this journal is for you.  Plus, I show you how to incorporate your daily time with God in as little as 15 minutes a day.  Start or end your day with the word of God,  and empower yourself to move through any obstacle life throws your way.   Also, this month we are raising funds for the Atlanta Mission $1 of your purchase will be donated to the Atlanta Mission to help them continue their mission of housing, clothing, and feeding homeless mothers and their children. Thank you in advance for your support.

With Love and Peace,

Renee



Jul 06, 202113:10
Episode 51 Yes! You Can Find Love After 50: A Conversation with Internationally Recognized Dating Coach Lisa Copeland
May 18, 202101:03:01
Episode 50 Are You in a Toxic Relationship? It is Time to Get Out

Episode 50 Are You in a Toxic Relationship? It is Time to Get Out

Toxic relationships are not found only in personal relationships. They can plague every aspect of your life.

In today's episode, you will learn:

  • the symptoms of toxic work relationships.
  • the symptoms of toxic personal relationships.
  • How you can plan you escape.

Toxic relationships can be challenging and hard to leave, especially in midlife. You might be hoping that something will change, and you will not have to give up your paycheck or the person you love.  Regardless of how much pain this toxic relationship is causing you, losing your source of income or facing the world alone, even temporarily, can be frightening.

But you deserve to live a life that is filled with joy and happiness.

With Love and Peace,

Renee

Feb 07, 202122:15
WTYL Episode 49 You Can Create a Life That Is Balanced and Joyful

WTYL Episode 49 You Can Create a Life That Is Balanced and Joyful

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     Today we are talking about how to create and live a balanced life. I know that that can be difficult to achieve considering the times we live in now. But I hope that today’s show will give you some insight into how to accomplish this. Now, if you can listen with a pen and piece of paper close by, as I will be asking you to answer some reflective questions to determine how balanced your life is now.

Why am I talking about living a balanced life? Because we spend so much time compartmentalizing the various areas of our lives, trying to ensure that everything has its own place. Our relationships, career, money, exercise, health, but we all know that our whole lives will be affected if one area is out of whack.

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With Peace and Love, 

Renee

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Feb 07, 202115:60
WTYL Episode 48 My Inner Voice is Kind to Me -Monday Affirmation

WTYL Episode 48 My Inner Voice is Kind to Me -Monday Affirmation

Monday affirmation: My Inner Voice Is Kind To Me
A line from today's affirmation, "I choose gentle words and stick to the facts. I ask myself open-ended questions that help me view situations from a different perspective and clarify my purpose."
My Inner Voice Is Kind To Me
Too many times we are defeated by the negative self-talk in our heads. That small voice that tells us what we want to do is stupid, won't work, or we are not smart enough to make it happen.

Let's put an end to negative self-talk now!

Recite this affirmation each day this week, make it part of your morning or evening routine and answer the questions at the end. Answering those self-reflection questions will help you to implement and internalize these new words and replace that negative self voice in your head.

You can read the entire affirmation here.
One of the questions in today's affirmation is: What is one positive thing I want to tell myself each morning?
This year let's make your dreams come true!

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Feb 05, 202109:30
Episode 47 I Leave the Past in the Past and Focus on the Future

Episode 47 I Leave the Past in the Past and Focus on the Future

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Today is affirmation Tuesday and we begin the journey of using affirmations to center and our minds and refocus our goals.
Each of our affirmations will have journaling questions at the end to help you personalize the affirmation and begin to implement it in your own life.  
Affirmations have been proven to boost your motivation and confidence.  I know from personal experience that they can give you the push you need to move forward with your dreams.

Include today's affirmation in your morning or evening routine, make sure to answer the self-reflection questions at the end so that you begin to implement the affirmation in your life.  It is time, that we learn from our past mistakes and our successes and begin to focus on the future, and leave the past behind us.  

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With Peace and Love,

Renee

Jan 05, 202108:37
Episode 46 Kamala is Calling-Will You Answer?

Episode 46 Kamala is Calling-Will You Answer?

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Like so many Americans, I found myself shouting and celebrating the election of Joe Biden as our new President-elect and Kamala Harris as our Vice President-elect. After the most intense election cycle I have ever experienced, I was glad to see it come to an end.

As each news outlet proclaimed the dynamic duo the winner, I watched interview after interview, parents of young children and young college students extolled what this historic election meant to them.

While I am ecstatic that my grandchildren will see someone who looks like them in the White House.  I found myself thinking about what it would mean to have a woman in mid-life become the most powerful woman in our country, in the world.  And I got even more excited. Not only did she shatter the glass ceiling, but she crushed all our excuses.

Too often in my coaching practice, I meet women in midlife who have given up on themselves and their dreams.  They genuinely believe that the life they have is all they are entitled to; that simply is not the truth.

Kamala's election proves to us that we can continue to dream and fight for ourselves after fifty.  We still have a future.  But many of us are so committed to living in our past that we end up living our lives backward.  That must end.

I believe her election is a wake-up call for all us midlife women to reawaken to the possibility of creating the life we want. Will you answer the call? It is time to dust off those dreams and recalibrate them; they will be the foundation for your new future.

I must be honest with you, I had to check myself. I have found myself crossing off goals this year and labeling them as impossible to achieve.  Mentally, I was drained and unresponsive. But this election result has re-ignited a fire in me, and I hope it does the same for you.

The world may have written off as obsolete, what they do not realize is that we are the classic models that never go out of style.

There is someone out there waiting for you to become the woman you were called to be; there are souls tied to our dreams; we may never meet them, but they will find us, and as our life changes, we will give them the power to change theirs. Look at Kamala; she did what no one in this country believed was possible. Let her be your beacon until you are strong enough to become your own.

You have the power to create the life you want to live. Our families, our communities, the world, is looking to us to be the light on the hill.   I believe in you; I believe in us! Kamala is calling, will you answer?

With Love and Peace,

Renee

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Nov 19, 202009:00