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True Stride

By: Mary Tess Rooney
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  • Realizing your True Stride means moving forward in alignment with you heart, mind, body, energy and soul. This podcast offers thoughtful conversations to help you discover your groove at work, at home, during play and with your community. Empowerment coach, author and fellow Strider, Mary Tess Rooney, inspires heart-centered views to elevate your Heart Value, relationships and joy. Tune-in every Thursday for wise walks to get your stride on!
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Episodes
  • EP200: Feel Your Way Forward

    EP200: Feel Your Way Forward
    Jul 25 2024
    This is a monumental milestone—episode 200 of the True Stride podcast! Can you believe it? Two hundred episodes of taking wise walks on this path together, sharing stories, insights, and personal growth. When this journey began, I was in a period of major life transition, having left corporate America and embarking on the adventure of writing my book, Heart Value. In planning to publish a book, I received feedback to voice my message and beliefs in a more public and accessible way. Thus, this podcast was born. In the early days, I had no idea how long I’d keep the podcast going. I started with the intention to feel my way forward. And here we are, four years later, still walking together. Through these episodes, I've embraced this theme of going with the flow and stepping into a more aligned, self-guided journey. It's been a blessing to connect with you, to receive your feedback, and to hear how you are making positive changes in your lives. As we reflect on the past four years, I invite you to ponder: How have you evolved? What are you most proud of? What new practices or beliefs have you adopted? Your stories of career transitions, setting healthy boundaries in relationships, and practicing self-love have been a source of joy and inspiration for me. We've shared in each other's struggles and triumphs, and I am deeply grateful for your vulnerability and trust. As I look ahead, I see no end in sight for the True Stride podcast. We will continue to feel our way forward, giving ourselves permission to reinvent and align with our highest selves at every juncture. So, as we embark on our 200th Wise Walk, let's celebrate our journey, our growth, and the beautiful connections we've made. Thank you for being part of this incredible path. Please share your thoughts on what has been most meaningful, surprising, and what you are most proud of. Until next time, Striders, prioritize fun as you read the signs, direct your path, and get your stride on! As you reflect back on the past four years that we've been on this journey together, how have you evolved? What are you most proud of? What's something that stands out to you, a new muscle or a new belief or new self-love practice that you incorporate now? How does that make you feel? As you think about all of the Wise Walks that we've gone on together, what has been surprising to you? What's something you took away that you didn't even know you needed at the time? What has been illuminated that has become meaningful to you? As you reflect back on your 200 episodes or the past four years, how have you evolved as a human? What crossroads or unique paths that presented themselves made you pivot? What made you reinvent yourself? Are you enjoying that new version of you as much as I am? Are you giving yourself the freedom to choose again? Are you loving who you were exactly as you were back then, because you needed to be that person to get to where you are today? As you look back and you appreciate where you are, are you doing it from this mindset of self-love and self-appreciation for who you are at all phases of your life and who you are stepping into more and more with each Wise Walk that you take with yourself? Join this inspiring community to uncover a new sense of freedom, and be sure to follow and review the True Stride podcast as we continue to exchange our light and Heart Value with each other. In this episode: [00:29] - Mary Tess expresses surprise at reaching 200 episodes, reflecting on the uncertainty and growth experienced since the podcast began. [01:08] - Mary Tess discusses leaving corporate America in 2018 and the transition period that followed, including writing her book, Heart Value. [03:23] - The concept of "feeling my way forward" is introduced, highlighting the shift from structured goals to a more intuitive approach. [04:18] - Reflecting on the past four years, Mary Tess invites listeners to think about their own evolution and the practices they've adopted. [06:03] - Stories from listeners about career transitions and setting healthy boundaries are shared, showcasing the impact of the podcast. [09:12] - Mary Tess acknowledges the challenges faced, including COVID-19, and the resilience of the podcast community in continuing despite these obstacles. [11:26] - Emphasis on the freedom to reinvent oneself at every juncture and the importance of self-love and self-appreciation. [14:06] - Mary Tess reflects on her move to St. Augustine, Florida, and how it has been pivotal for her personal and professional growth. [16:02] - Being surrounded by love, because at the end of the day that's what really matters. Memorable Quotes: “Thank you for showing me what I'm capable of, showing me that I love this connection with you so much that I kept coming back. Regardless of what happened, I knew that we would continue to get stronger.” - Mary Tess“We've faced many challenges together, from personal losses to the global ...
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    17 mins
  • EP199: Keeping Cool

    EP199: Keeping Cool
    Jul 18 2024
    I hope that wherever you are, you're listening to this episode in a cool, calm, and supportive environment. I wish that for you because here in St. Augustine, Florida, we've been dealing with some crazy heat lately. It's not your typical hot Florida sun—it's that humid air that feels dense and almost hard to breathe. Over the past few nights, things have taken it up a notch. I'm dog-sitting for my sister, so my two pups and I moved into her home to watch her dog. When her AC went out, the situation became downright oppressive. As I manage this in various ways, I thought, what better opportunity for you and me to go on a wise walk together? Let's slow down, check our reality, and reflect on how we stay cool, calm, and collected when we're under pressure or feeling the heat. So, the questions on my mind are: When you find yourself in a pressure cooker situation, what ways do you embrace to chill out and feel grounded and centered, even if you can feel the heat coming towards you? What's a situation you've recently experienced where you've noticed different qualities or responses in how you handle heat? And what are some things you want to do to manage it better in the future? In this episode we’ll reflect on stress management strategies and consider how they can improve our reactions in future high-pressure scenarios. We’ll underscore the importance of finding balance, staying centered, and approaching life's pressure cooker moments with a cool, collected demeanor. These wise walk questions can help guide you through reflecting on and improving your responses to high-pressure situations, ensuring you maintain calmness, empathy, and composure. When you find yourself in a pressure cooker situation what ways do you embrace in order to chill out? What's a situation you've recently experienced where you've noticed different responses to how you handle heat? What are things you want to do in order to manage high-pressure situations better? When was the last time you got hot and bothered by a situation in your life? How did you respond? Are you proud of how you handled the situation or are there opportunities to shift your energy? What situation are you grappling with right now that has you triggered? Can you identify the trigger and choose to approach it in a more compassionate and supportive way? When are we making decisions in our life from a hot and bothered standpoint? When are we making decisions from the cool, calm and collected energy? Can we be intentional about how we're moving through our day? Are we realizing that our normal tendency to react may not serve us and instead go into a place of stillness? What are the different ways you find your center? Can you express yourself and create space from the heat? How do you speak your truth and get the results that you want in a kind, cool and compassionate way? Join this inspiring community to uncover a new sense of freedom, and be sure to follow and review the True Stride podcast as we continue to exchange our light and Heart Value with each other. In this episode: [04:54] - Mary Tess talks about how she was able to catch herself and realize she was creating her own stress when seated next to a sick person on a plane. [08:32] - When the breaker went out, Mary Tess tried to find a calm way to solve the problem. [09:51] - One of the ways she was managing the heat was by finding her center and being still. [10:43] - The polar opposites of hot and bothered and cool, calm and collected. [13:31] - Mary Tess talks about being a people pleaser and letting things slide, she now isn't afraid to speak up and correct someone. [16:22] - How do you speak your truth and get the results that you want in a kind cool and compassionate way? Memorable Quotes: “At the end of the day, I always want to try and be kind even when I can feel the heat or the pressure on.” - Mary Tess“We have the ability to help create the environment that our bodies, mind, and heart needs. Even if we're in a pressure cooker situation.” - Mary Tess“I love it when you can approach any tough, hot situation with a cool, calm and collected truth settling response.” - Mary Tess Links and Resources: Mary Tess Rooney Email Facebook | LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram Heart Value
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    18 mins
  • EP198: Sending Blessings & Intentions

    EP198: Sending Blessings & Intentions
    Jul 11 2024

    Even when we’re met with a crossroad, life around us continues. It’s up to you to honor the transition you’re facing. This episode talks about sending blessings and intentions while moving forward in life.

    I have some loved ones that are in a period of transition. Some of them are selling homes and looking towards new homes, which can be a little stressful. In my own experience, I’ve bought four homes and sold three. Each time felt different, but what stayed the same is this idea of releasing the old before moving into our new dream.

    I’m here to spend quality solo time with you for EP198’s Wise Walk as we discover our True Stride. The process of transition and reinventing ourselves has brought up different things for me since I also feel I’m at a juncture of big transitions. I’m letting go of what once was and moving forward with a new version of myself, which I’ll share more about in a future episode. For today, I’m talking about how I don’t want anyone to feel the stress or burden of feeling stuck when you’re ready to move on.

    On our Wise Walk, we discuss sending blessings and intentions as we move into a new era. You can thrive in the process of your transition. Come with me as we reflect on these Wise Walk questions:

    • Wherever you are in this moment, are you living the dream that is near and dear to your heart?

    • Is there a goal that you have your sights set on?

    • Can you start calling in support for making your way towards that transition?

    • What ceremonies can you integrate into your life to bless that future transition?

    • Are there different ceremonies in your life that you’ve been introduced to that feels aligned to you?

    • Will you explore other ceremonies or celebrations to bless your transitions and alignment?

    Before you embark on a new journey, it’s important to send yourself off with a blessing and good intentions. This extra support helps you stay grounded when there are bumps or detours along the way.

    Get prepared for your transition. Bless your path with these Wise Walk questions:

    • What is one blessing or intention that you want to set for yourself today?

    • Where do you feel like you could use a little extra support?

    • What can you incorporate into your routine to honor your intention?

    • What blessing or intention do you want to set for someone you love?

    • How can you express that energy to that someone you love?

    Join this inspiring community to uncover a new sense of freedom, and be sure to follow and review the True Stride podcast as we continue to exchange our light and Heart Value with each other.

    In this episode:

    [00:23] - Welcome to the show!

    [01:09] - Mary Tess talks about making room for transitions.

    [03:44] - Do you see a transition in your near future?

    [05:52] - Mary Tess explains her method of calling upon saints and the Universe to support our dreams and needs.

    [08:51] - Which ceremonies feel aligned for you?

    [11:14] - Bring playful practices into your transition.

    [13:53] - It feels amazing to have support.

    [15:19] - Thank you for listening!

    Memorable Quotes:

    • “Look at what you can do and look at the different ways you can feel empowered when you feel a bit more supported.” - Mary Tess

    Links and Resources:

    Mary Tess Rooney

    Email

    Facebook | LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram

    Heart Value
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    18 mins
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