Journeys Through Change- Inspiration for Women to Create a Life they Love

Beauty is defined as the quality or aggregated qualities in a person or thing that gives pleasure to the senses or raises the mind or spirit. One could say it’s in the eye of the beholder but what if it’s acknowledgment is not prompted by mere aesthetics but more by an inner knowing and acknowledgment of our deeper selves? This week on Journeys Through Change, my guest Amy Head and I are talking about how she went from being a single mom to a photographer and beauty expert helping women view themselves in a whole different light. At age 30, Amy Head was a single mom twice divorced searching to find that part of herself she had been looking for in relationships throughout her life. She had no idea how the strong will and independence she developed over the years would soon be channeled into such an unexpected place. As a photographer, esthetician, and beauty expert Amy was working with women every day to shine a light on their outer beauty as she began to recognize her ability to empower them to more clearly see their inner essence, value, and confidence. Amy shares with us the lessons she’s learned as she continues to come into her own as a mother, partner and businesswoman as well as the complexities she faced along the way to figure out where her own strength lies and the gifts she has to help other women see themselves in a whole new light. In this episode, Amy and I discuss: Learning that life is not happening TO you, but that it is happening FOR you is a huge mindset pivot that allows you to view everything in a new lens. If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. CONNECT WITH AMY HEAD: Website Facebook Instagram STAY CONNECTED: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest

I’ve mentioned before that throughout this podcast, I plan to share some stories of my own as they come up in real time. Recently, I have come to the realization that I have been stepping into change quite a bit lately and as a celebrator of change, I feel it is my responsibility to share my experiences and the thoughts and feelings behind them. This week on Go Go Bistro, I’m sharing a big announcement in relation to Journeys Through Change. In this episode, I share my immense gratitude for how well the podcast has been received thus far and what has led up to my decision to change the name of the podcast moving forward. I feel so blessed to have the opportunity to sit down with incredible women to highlight their stories while honoring the current and future journeys you may be embarking upon along the way. As a reminder, we will be taking a little break while we transition the podcast into it’s new era and will be returning on September 19, 2023. In the meantime, connect with me on Instagram and join my e-mail list. If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. STAY CONNECTED: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest

The path of our lives is paved by the decisions we make. Saying yes is often a gamble and the driving force behind that particular choice at any given time is often unknown. Perhaps it’s a feeling or intuition that tells us that being open in that moment will lead us closer to where we want to be. Whatever it is, the power of yes is undeniable and it can set our lives in directions we never thought possible. This week on Go Go Bistro, my guest Celeste Mergens and I are talking about how the power of saying yes led her to make a global impact on girl’s and women’s health. Celeste is the Founder and former CEO of Days for Girls International - Since 2008, Days for Girls has restored days of education and opportunity to over 2.9 million women and girls in over 145 countries on 6 continents, through providing access to sustainable feminine hygiene solutions and health education. Celeste has led Days for Girls to develop a global network of over 830 volunteer Chapters and Teams, and social enterprise programs in 13 countries. She has spread her message on the TEDx stage and has been a two-time featured panelist at the UN Commissions on the Status of Women. Days for Girls won the SEED award for gender equity and entrepreneurship in 2015, - is a two-time Girl Effect Champion, and was named by the Huffington Post as a ‘Next Ten’ Organization poised to change the world in the next decade. She is truly a remarkable woman I think we can all look up to. In this episode, Celeste and I discuss: The power of us coming together is tremendous and Celeste is forever continuing her work to help the world see that. If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. CONNECT WITH CELESTE MERGENS: Celeste’s Website Days for Girls Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Preorder The Power of Days Coming October 3, 2023 STAY CONNECTED WITH NOELLE: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest

What would happen if you were suddenly faced with a life threatening illness that instantaneously made you question your sense of security and all that you thought you knew to be true? The reality is that no matter how much we take care of ourselves, health is never a given and illness can creep into our lives without notice- turning our whole world upside down in an instant. Even once the shock subsides, the whiplash from the trauma it can cause is intense, relentless and profoundly life-altering. This week on Go Go Bistro, my guest Casey Head and I are talking about how her experience surviving cancer 3 times led her to guide others facing their road to recovery. Casey Head is a 3 time cancer survivor who is well aware of the devastation the diagnosis of cancer can bring. She spent 5 years in the trenches of her battle before finally beating it in 2018. Once Casey entered long-term remission she was surprised that she was unable to find the support and guidance she so desperately needed to cope with the aftermath of this life changing experience. Taking her newfound knowledge and the practices she learned on her own to heal, she has made it her mission to support women on their path to physical and mental recovery as they navigate their lives post-treatment. In this episode, Casey and I discuss: If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. CONNECT WITH CASEY HEAD: Instagram Facebook Group Linktree Finding Your Way Back to Heart Center Book STAY CONNECTED: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest

Sometimes taking a leap of faith (literally) can come from a life-altering experience that leads us to rethink our direction in life and reprioritize what we know we are meant to do. After today’s guest went cliff jumping, she was hit with the realization that she has one life so she may as well live the life she’s always wanted. This week on Go Go Bistro, my guest Caley Rose and I are talking about how jumping off a cliff led her to launch her singing career and empower students through music. 5 years ago, Caley Rose was doing voice over work when she decided to take a trip to NZ. After an epic cliff dive in Queenstown, she came home with a new perspective on life. She had taken her first leap - and now she knew it was time to take her second - to pursue a career as a professional singer and songwriter. She signed up for songwriting school in LA and never looked back. As a result of that life-changing step, Caley has become a billboard charting artist and musical mindset advocate who has been featured on Top 40 radio, TV, commercials, and film. Using her experience of being bullied in middle school to fuel her, Caley created her Music with a Message program to bring confidence tools into schools by using the power of music and regularly partners with women’s and children’s charities across the country to share her methodology. She is truly an inspiration to us all. In this episode, Caley Rose and I discuss: Someone out there is living the life of your dreams so I dare you to ask yourself, ‘Why not me?’ If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. CONNECT WITH CALEY ROSE: Instagram Music with a Message Facebook Listen to Caley’s music on Spotify! TikTok STAY CONNECTED: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest

Have you ever considered stepping out of your day-to-day to get a fresh perspective on life and immerse yourself in a new culture or way of living? Have you avoided doing so because you’re always beholden to someone else’s schedule? Today’s guest decided to stop letting life get in her way and began solo traveling the world. Good news for you, she shares the insight she gained and her advice so you can do it too. This week on Go Go Bistro, my guest Pamela Holt and I are talking about how her love of adventure and storytelling led her to host her own travel show. Pamela Holt is no stranger to solo travel. She was led into it by her sense of adventure and drive to overcome a debilitating accident that left her making a promise to herself she was determined to keep. Born in California and raised on the beautiful island of Oahu, Pamela studied theatre and film at UCLA where she developed a passion for storytelling. She went on to pursue her acting and musical theatre career and her star began to rise as she found herself duetting with Barry Manilow at the Hollywood Palladium and selling her first indie film, “The Three Amigas” at Cannes Short Film Festival. Unfortunately, her plans came to a screeching halt when she experienced a traumatic car accident at the age of 35 that left her immobilized. Only a few years later she was hit by another driver and after extensive spinal surgery, she knew her long road of recovery would mean abandoning her acting and singing pursuits. She then made a promise to herself as she was being wheeled into surgery that she would travel 80 countries by the time she was 50. Now in her 50s, Pamela has certainly made good on her promise- she’s journeyed to over 81 countries and along the way, began working as a travel reporter and host while documenting content from her travels. Pamela is a producer, creator, and host of her new show, Me, Myself & The World: The Art of Solo Travel, a new TV series now streaming on Amazon Prime and Go Traveler, which is a love letter to the journey of rediscovering oneself and embracing second chances, or better yet, second acts. In this episode, Pamela and I discuss: If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. CONNECT WITH PAMELA HOLT: Website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Stream ‘Me, Myself & The World’ on Prime Video, Sling, and Go Traveler! STAY CONNECTED WITH NOELLE: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest

I believe the way you treat yourself is closely related to what you’re willing to do to improve your quality of life. When we aren’t taking good care of ourselves, we’re sending subtle messages that we are not worthy of our own attention and care- and that can get in the way of progress on so many levels. This comes heavily into play when we use instant gratification to distract ourselves from the messiness and unpredictableness of life. This week on Go Go Bistro, I’m talking about changing your unhealthy habits to create the life you want! In this episode, I discuss: As you continue to become more aware of how you operate- especially in times of discomfort or challenge- and start to overcome those subtle self-imposed habits that are getting in the way of you showing up fully present in your life, the more connected you become to your wants and desires. This makes creating the life you want so much easier. If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. STAY CONNECTED: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest

Ending any serious relationship can be both emotionally and financially devastating. Regaining that financial stability can be complicated when starting over and when children and livelihood are at stake, it only adds to the magnitude of anxiety piling up. Today’s guest shares how divorce and bankruptcy gave her the courage to rebuild her financial security and how she now educates and empowers other moms (and their kids) to shift their mindset around money. This week on Go Go Bistro, my guest Eileen Joy and I are talking about how divorce and bankruptcy gave her the courage to build financial security and teach other women to do the same. Eileen Joy, founder of Money School for Moms and host of the Moms Who Money podcast started her business after building her own financial security and encouraging others to do the same. Like many of us, Eileen never learned about money in school (& neither did our kids) so she set out to help women change their financial literacy. As a money and mindset coach, she combines everything she knows about the power of mindset with a proven system to fill your bank accounts and help you create your dream life. In this episode, Eileen and I discuss: Your money affects your life and your life affects your money. Your money is there to keep you safe and secure and to provide fun, freedom, and choice. But we're not taught that. If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. To connect with Eileen Joy and learn more about her money mindset techniques to create more abundance in your life go to: Website Money School for Moms Podcast Instagram LinkedIn STAY CONNECTED: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest

At the most fundamental level, everything in the universe is composed of energy that is vibrating at different frequencies. In addition to this, every object, substance, being, thought and emotion has its own unique vibrational frequency that can be positively or negatively charged. As we become conscious of the frequencies we are putting out into the world, we can consciously and intentionally maintain positivity through our thoughts and feelings. This week on Go Go Bistro, I am talking about using the power of the law of vibration to create a better life. In this episode, I discuss: Keep your energy high, set your intention, and trust that the universe will match it and likely offer up something well beyond your expectations. If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. STAY CONNECTED: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest

As women, we are naturally born caretakers and multitaskers, often putting everyone else first while neglecting our own self-care and health in the process. Healthcare workers only add another layer onto this, especially with the daily demands within the profession in even the best of times. This week on Go Go Bistro, my guest Michelle Gordon and I are talking about how overcoming burnout, addiction recovery, and leaving her 25-year nursing career brought her life into balance. Michelle Gordon has been a health care professional for 25 years with 8 years spent in emergency nursing. She was working exhausting hours, and living a life of fear, lack and scarcity – when she had a life changing moment that led her to addiction recovery and a new identity away from the career she felt had defined her for so many years. Today, Michelle shares how extreme burnout forced her to leave behind the long hours of nursing to embrace a healthier and more satisfying pace of health coaching – AND the challenges she faced taking on this new persona. In this episode, Michelle and I discuss: Lean into the fear, resistance, and discomfort you are feeling because just beyond that, something beautiful is waiting for you. If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. CONNECT WITH MICHELLE GORDON: The Healthy Happy Nurse Courses Instagram STAY CONNECTED WITH NOELLE: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest

Setting an intention is the act of stating what you intend to accomplish through your actions. It’s a commitment to what you want your journey to be about as you move forward in your life. And when you set an intention, the first step is opening yourself up to the possibility that a particular outcome can actually happen. This requires a leap and letting go of the old beliefs that may be causing you to doubt your potential success. This week on Go Go Bistro, I’m talking about: In this episode, I am sharing how to step into the role of the creator and actively participate in the forward movement of your life. I also leave you with an exercise you can try today to begin setting intentions toward the life you want to live. The 5 steps you can take today to invite possibility into your life are: 1. Being open to exploration. 2. Breaking boundaries and limitations. 3. Having imagination and creativity. 4. Adapting a growth mindset. 5. Taking action. If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. STAY CONNECTED: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest

Have you ever felt so captivated by an interest or pastime that it drew you in and wouldn’t let you go or toyed with the idea of creating something bigger out of it, only to shake your head and pass it off as an unrealistic dream? Life can take us on a wild, yet rewarding ride when we surrender to the persistent little tug inside of us, even when the outside world may be pointing us in a different direction. This week on Go Go Bistro, my guest Kai Chase and I are talking about the power of reinvention- from music journalist to A-list celebrity chef and founder of a thriving culinary and lifestyle brand. In the late 80s, Kai Chase began her career as a staff writer for a weekly music industry publication called the Urban Network, interviewing the top music and radio talent of the time. She then segued into music publishing as her career continued to rise. All the time Kai was working in the music industry, her true desire was revealing itself when she would literally fall asleep reading The Joy of Cooking - and spend her leisure hours dreaming up healthy and creative dishes that mimicked the comforting standard recipes she enjoyed as a child. After following her heart, Kai went on to receive her professional culinary training from the famed Le Cordon Bleu academy in Paris, and in addition to having served as a private chef to A-lister celebrities, she has worked at several well-known restaurants, including Pamela Anderson’s Sanctuary and Wolfgang Puck Catering and Events. She is now known for her modern and contemporary approach to New American cuisine. In this episode, Kai and I discuss: If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. CONNECT WITH KAI CHASE: Website Shop Kai’s Products Instagram Facebook STAY CONNECTED: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest

When we make a change in our lives, although it’s bound to shake things up, we’re typically able to usher it in and take the time needed to get used to our new state of life. But when a loved one is faced with a sudden health crisis, there is no time to prepare for the ground to shift beneath us. We’re forced to face, head-on, the reality of our own mortality and more seriously honor the fragility of life. This week on Go Go Bistro, my guest Karen Hager and I are talking about the family health crisis that led her out of retirement and into teaching brain health! After Berniece’s husband contracted sepsis that went into his brain, she experienced a short-term glimpse of life with someone whose brain was “broken”. This incident halted her 12-year, post-retirement “gig” as a part-time wellness coach and turned her focus solely to brain health. With the pandemic limiting her options, she plunged into the world of online coaching. With the support of her biggest cheerleaders, her grandchildren, she received her certification as a brain health professional and launched her online business, Keep Your Brain Sharp at almost 70 years old. In this episode, Berniece and I discuss: If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. CONNECT WITH BERNIECE HUNT: Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Better Brain Masterclass STAY CONNECTED: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest

What if I told you that our daily struggles to feel good enough, prove ourselves, gain success, and show the world we’re worthy are all driven by a colossal lie? That lie is our limiting beliefs and the false narratives we’re often unconsciously hanging onto as a result of our own life experiences. This week on Go Go Bistro, I’m talking about overcoming limiting beliefs. In this episode, I discuss: It is important to recognize that not all beliefs are bad. We just want to tackle the ones acting as roadblocks and keeping us from moving forward towards opportunities. If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. STAY CONNECTED: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest

The dictionary definition of hope is the feeling of trust or expectation- a desire for something to happen. When we think about hope, we can often feel like it’s an aspiration or yearning but in reality, hope is the first step in becoming a believer in your ability to overcome life’s challenges. This week on Go Go Bistro, my guest Rebecca Boedges and I are talking about how hope guided her through the pain of loss and into the world of emerging artists. Rebecca is a coach, consultant, and psychotherapist in private practice for fifteen years. She holds Master’s degrees in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and Mental Health Counseling, with additional training in somatic psychotherapy specializing in trauma and women’s work. Rebecca has also stepped into the world of coaching emerging artists after spending years co-managing the business side of her husband’s career, as he rose to master artist gaining international recognition for his work. Together they have co-founded a creative coaching practice that offers individual support and retreats for artists interested in learning how to get their work out into the world without sacrificing their creativity. In this episode, Rebecca and I discuss: If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. CONNECT WITH REBECCA BOEDGES: Website LinkedIn Facebook RBoedges Coaching STAY CONNECTED: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest

Fear is one of the most basic human emotions. It’s programmed into the nervous system to equip us with the survival instincts to respond with fear when we sense danger or feel unsafe. When we entertain the idea of making a change of any kind in our lives, our sense of safety is immediately tested and can automatically trigger a feeling of fear. This week on Go Go Bistro, I am talking about recognizing fear when contemplating change! In this episode, I discuss: Always remember: deciding to make a change is a commitment to yourself to not only think bigger for your life but to step into a braver version of yourself. If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. STAY CONNECTED: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest

When we think about change, we often focus on one life event that shifts our outlook or pivots us toward a new direction but sometimes it's a series of life changes that detour us toward the life we’re truly meant to live. This week on Go Go Bistro, my guest Lisa Conners and I are talking about how seismic life shifts led to a thriving leadership and executive coaching practice. Lisa Conners is an entrepreneur and trusted advisor to founders, co-founder teams, and visionary leaders. She works with her clients to develop the strategy and mindset that are foundational to a successful business. Lisa has produced over 200 podcasts and videos including Founders and Startups, Ever Better Today, and Ever Better, ranked a Top 10 Apple Podcast. As an advocate for angel investing, Lisa is a member of the Deal Flow Committee for Citrine Angels providing early-stage investment opportunities for women-founded companies. Lisa truly has a curiosity and passion for life that I find remarkable and inspiring. In this episode, Lisa and I discuss: If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. CONNECT WITH LISA CONNERS: Ever Better Coaching and Consulting LinkedIn Ever Better Today Podcast Instagram Facebook STAY CONNECTED: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest LINKS REFERENCED: Listen to Noelle’s Episode on the Ever Better Today Podcast: Sober Moxie: Noelle Van Vlierbergen, Sobriety for Yourself or a Loved One

I often talk about a whisper or voice that can move you towards making a change you feel deep down needs to happen in your life. Although this is not a sobriety podcast, I wanted to share my story of how this whisper showed up in my life and caused me to make the life-changing decision to get sober. This week on Go Go Bistro, I'm sharing my story of change and sobriety! In this episode, I walk you through: I want you to think about any change you want to make in your life, big or small, and just play it out a bit in your head. What would it look like? How will you feel about it? What are you willing to do to make it happen? If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. STAY CONNECTED: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest Sober Moxie Facebook Group

As you may know, this podcast is about actively creating change in our lives. Some of us know we’re ready for change; others might be hesitant but are interested in exploring it further. Regardless of where you fall, this podcast is a place of exploration, not obligation. This week on Go Go Bistro, I am talking about building the foundation for change and asking yourself what you want. Change happens all of the time and we often don’t realize the impact it has on us until we’re past it. I want you to know that change doesn’t have to be scary and it can be designed in a way that works for you. To help you with this, I am sharing a self-reflection practice to identify the areas of your life that could be better and use your intuition to pinpoint what needs to change. Remember, change is a journey. You’re not going to move mountains overnight. If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. STAY CONNECTED: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest

Menopause can make us feel like a stranger in our own bodies and brings unanticipated shifts in our sleep, mood, health, and general outlook on life in so many ways. Since menopause comes about in our late forties, or early fifties, it can show up at a time when we are already gaining a different perspective on our health and the changes we want to create for our future. This week on Go Go Bistro, my guest Lori Massicot and I are talking about how menopause led her to sobriety. Today’s guest Lori Massicot is The Midlife Sobriety Coach who is on a mission to raise awareness towards the life-changing impact of sobriety as we age. Lori is a Certified Life, Recovery, and Nutrition Coach specializing in helping women in midlife feel better inside and out without relying on alcohol to get them there. Lori hosts the highly popular To 50 and Beyond podcast, where she and her guests highlight the beauty of aging and the freedom of living alcohol-free. In this episode, Lori and I discuss: If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. CONNECT WITH LORI MASSICOT: Website Instagram To 50 and Beyond Podcast STAY CONNECTED: Noellevan.com IG: Noelle Van IG: thedaybydaybook Facebook: Day by Daybook Pinterest