Why is asking for help so hard? Is it the fear of rejection? The appearance of incompetence? Or, it is the emotion of embarrassment? The inner voice can be a loud one sometimes! Creating constant chatter which gets intertwined in our reality. But why...why do we do this to ourselves? When you really think about it, shouldn't we feel encouraged that we've surrounded ourselves with kind and compassionate people who are ready to lend a helping hand? Kerry Semrad, General Manager at KZUM Community Radio, is all about asking for help. As an expert in public media, she is constantly building a strong and smart community of partnerships. Partnerships that can positively influence the impact she helps make on the radio for her listeners and supporters. In this episode, Kerry and I are going to explore what it might be like to turn down the volume of our inner voice and find the positive side to asking for help. Join us as we build a new partnership!

Credits: Music by Ellie Westfall. Artwork by Kristina Bachman. Produced by Greg Joyce.

What comes to mind when you think about making a gesture of gratitude towards a good friend... is it a gift, like a bouquet of flowers? Is it sharing your time with them, by taking them out to coffee? Or is it sharing a simple smile as you pass them by? The way we share our happiness and gratitude for others shows up in different ways. There is no right or wrong way, however, in my opinion, there is one thing to always keep in mind... is your gesture coming from a place of authenticity. Are you being your best self in that moment? Tracy Haefele chooses to spend her time giving back to others by encouraging them to be their best selves. Bringing joy to others, while helping them understand that THEY too can bring joy to others, is her passion. Tracy and I are going to discuss the idea behind small acts, compared to big gestures and how sometimes the most valuable gift is just recognizing that another person wants to be "seen" and accepted.

Credits: Music by Ellie Westfall. Artwork by Kristina Bachman. Produced by Greg Joyce.

When was the last time you thought about your favorite color, your favorite animal or your favorite way to spend time? As we go through life, our priorities change. This is not a bad thing to have happen. However, sometimes we do lose the memories of the things that once made us happy. Think back to your days in school, out on the playground, debating with your best friend whether blue or orange is the best color! In this episode, I have the privilege of talking to Spencer (Juniper) Pleskac-Clinch. Spencer is a fourth grade student who approaches the opportunities of life with curiosity, meeting each day as joyful and energy-giving. She describes herself as a female who sees beauty in the color black, loves eating at Pho Factory and drinking Boba tea. She has also identified the wolf as her favorite animal. Join us in this conversation!

Credits: Music by Ellie Westfall. Artwork by Kristina Bachman. Produced by Greg Joyce.