Mid-Life Mayhem; A guide to functioning in your 40's & beyond

A Vulnerable Conversation about Death & Dying

Send us a textThis episode centers around the one common theme every one of us has in our lives; death/dying. In this episode Katie explores this topic in an effort to come to peace with it and with having vulnerable conversations with loved ones around it. On:  The thing we are all going to do - 4:15On: Wanting to learn how to get comfortable with walking someone home - 5:00On: How do you want your last trimester to play out? - 8:30On: Switching roles and fully accepting whatever they want/need - 12:30On: What it means to be awake - this is where the practice begins - 29:00Youtube: The Kollective Co.Facebook: The Kollective Co.Instagram: The Kollective Co.Website: The Kollective Co.You can reach us here:Katie:Website: KatieKovaleski.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/coach_katiek/Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiekovaleski/Wavier & Release of Liability and Disclaimer: The information provided by the therapist(s) is not intended, nor is implied to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. The listener is advised to always seek the advice of their health care practitioner or other qualified health care provider with questions regarding medical conditions, or the mental health and welfare of the listener. I (listener) accept that Kathryn Kovaleski is not liable for any injury, or damages, to person or property, resulting from listening to this podcast.

Addiction, Infidelity & Rock Bottom - A Story of Awakening & the Road Back

Send us a textThis episode “addiction, infidelity & rock bottom - a story of awakening and the road back” is really moving, very personal to me and incredibly inspiring. This interview was with a close friend of mine, Ari and takes a raw look into the road back from addiction & chaos and gives a REALLY inspiring perspective on how much can change when you make the decision to live a life you are proud of. Enjoy!On: How Katie & Ari Met - 1:00 On: Synopsis on how he hit a wall -3:19 - 6:12On: Hitting rock bottom - 6:44 - 7:38 On: Never drinking again & coming clean - 8:31 On: Wanting to right wrongs - 12:44On: Losing friends after choosing sobriety - 18:45 On: When the healing started - 24:52On: Watching the awakening happen - 27:06 On: Being the poster children and defying the odds - 27:44 On: Really waking up - 32:00On: Walking into a room full of women - 34:00On: What's your point of attraction? - 38:45 On: Sharing and connecting with a group - 40:59 On: The journey back to trusting ourselves - 49:16 On: Trying something new - 53:50Youtube: The Kollective Co.Facebook: The Kollective Co.Instagram: The Kollective Co.Website: The Kollective Co.You can reach us here:Katie:Website: KatieKovaleski.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/coach_katiek/Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiekovaleski/Wavier & Release of Liability and Disclaimer: The information provided by the therapist(s) is not intended, nor is implied to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. The listener is advised to always seek the advice of their health care practitioner or other qualified health care provider with questions regarding medical conditions, or the mental health and welfare of the listener. I (listener) accept that Kathryn Kovaleski is not liable for any injury, or damages, to person or property, resulting from listening to this podcast.

Lying Part 2

Send us a textThis Episode is the second part on the subject of lying to ourselves; during this episode we dive deeper into our illusions, no one really knowing what they are doing, how to live in a space of non judgement while also having firm boundaries and what I learned from past personal and business relationships coming to an end.What we consume can consume us - especially during a pandemicOn: No one knowing what the f*ck they are doing - 26:00 - 26:09On: Micro and Macro - it’s all the same, we idealize what’s not there - 28:15 - 29:13On: Once the illusion bubble bursts - 30:42 - 31:35On: Being aware but maintaining stagnation - 31:36 - 32:23 or 8:49 - 9:35On: Being judgemental while trying to love and accept everyone unconditionally 33:25 - 34:05  On: How to not get caught up in it - 35:10 - 36:06 On: lessons learned - 42:10 - 43:12Youtube: The Kollective Co.Facebook: The Kollective Co.Instagram: The Kollective Co.Website: The Kollective Co.You can reach us here:Katie:Website: KatieKovaleski.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/coach_katiek/Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiekovaleski/Wavier & Release of Liability and Disclaimer: The information provided by the therapist(s) is not intended, nor is implied to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. The listener is advised to always seek the advice of their health care practitioner or other qualified health care provider with questions regarding medical conditions, or the mental health and welfare of the listener. I (listener) accept that Kathryn Kovaleski is not liable for any injury, or damages, to person or property, resulting from listening to this podcast.

Kayla, Part 2

Send us a textIn part 2 of Kayla's interview (check out episode #3 for part 1) we continue our chat about her path of self-discovery and dive deeper into how it has effected her current choices. On:  Being able to pivot when new information comes to light, leading you into a much better place 1:39- 2:21On: Sticking something out forever because you committed to it 4:45 - 5:44 On: “They” is really us - when we are concerned about what people think it’s our own judgement and projection - Katie’s background on making precarious choices 7:50 -11:05On: Commitment and walking away when you have anxiety 12:19- 13:08On: Doing what you want and developing natural tendencies in children 15:55 - 17:06On: Making the leap to starting her own business 18:01 - 18:50On: People pleasing - am I pleasing someone else or am I pleasing myself? 35:00 - 38:00Youtube: The Kollective Co.Facebook: The Kollective Co.Instagram: The Kollective Co.Website: The Kollective Co.Meet Kayla! Kayla O'Brien MediaYou can reach us here:Katie:Website: KatieKovaleski.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/coach_katiek/Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiekovaleski/Wavier & Release of Liability and Disclaimer: The information provided by the therapist(s) is not intended, nor is implied to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. The listener is advised to always seek the advice of their health care practitioner or other qualified health care provider with questions regarding medical conditions, or the mental health and welfare of the listener. I (listener) accept that Kathryn Kovaleski is not liable for any injury, or damages, to person or property, resulting from listening to this podcast.

Kayla Part 1

Send us a textThis is a two part episode featuring Kayla O'Brien. Kayla has been a long time client, friend & colleague and she shares her incredibly moving and RAW story about her path of awakening, struggles with anxiety since childhood and her journey of self-discovery.This two part episode dives into family dynamics and the impact of mental illness on the whole family. Take a listen to part 1 and stay tuned for part 2 next week!On: Introduction to the episode 8:29 - 9:18On: First brush with anxiety 9:20 - 10:04On: What waking up means to her 10:42 - 11:10On: Her lightbulb moment 11:48 - 12:58On: Not being a victim of her circumstances 25:14 - 26:09On: Unpacking the past **Mention of Integrate Wellness Center 39:28 - 43:53Youtube: The Kollective Co.Facebook: The Kollective Co.Instagram: The Kollective Co.Website: The Kollective Co.Meet Kayla! Kayla O'Brien MediaEpisode is LivePublished: Aug. 30, 2020 @ 9PM EditUnpublishAdd a TranscriptGet episode better indexed by search engines.Add Chapter MarkersListeners can tap through & see what’s coming up.Create a Visual SoundbiteBest way to share to social media for engagement.Share Episode On FacebookTwitterLinkedInMore OptionsEmail Link to EpisodeDirect Link to MP3Embed this ONE EpisodeView Episode StatsYou can reach us here:Katie:Website: KatieKovaleski.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/coach_katiek/Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiekovaleski/Wavier & Release of Liability and Disclaimer: The information provided by the therapist(s) is not intended, nor is implied to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. The listener is advised to always seek the advice of their health care practitioner or other qualified health care provider with questions regarding medical conditions, or the mental health and welfare of the listener. I (listener) accept that Kathryn Kovaleski is not liable for any injury, or damages, to person or property, resulting from listening to this podcast.