Welcome to a brand new year of Inspiring Possible with host Christy Pennison! In this uplifting episode, Christy Pennison sits down with attorney, entrepreneur, and community leader Ingrid F. Johnson to share her incredible journey from visiting her father in prison at age eight to living her lifelong dream of becoming an attorney and inspiring others in her own hometown.

Ingrid dives into how books—and a deep faith—helped her navigate life's biggest obstacles, from being the first in her family to pursue higher education, to building a successful law career, and later launching her boutique and community event space. You'll hear practical wisdom on overcoming lack of exposure, finding resources without modern technology, the power of public libraries, and the importance of stepping out in faith even when the path seems uncertain.

Together, Christy and Ingrid explore the role of community, courage, and continuous learning in creating new possibilities. Ingrid Johnson shares heartfelt advice for anyone feeling stuck or afraid to take the leap toward their dreams—reminding us that the first step is simply to try and to trust that with the right mindset and support, anything is possible.

Whether you're looking for inspiration to chase your dreams, tangible tips on research and resourcefulness, or just a dose of encouragement for the new year, this episode is packed with powerful stories and actionable insights.

Connect with Ingrid F. Johnson:

• Website: ingridfjohnson.com

• Social: @IngridFJohnson

Don't miss this soul-stirring conversation on living intentionally, writing your vision, and inviting possibility into your life for 2026 and beyond!

For more inspiration, resources, and your free Dream It, Write It, Do It workbook, visit inspiringpossible.com and follow us on social media. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and share with anyone who could use a little inspiration this year!

Welcome to a new year and a fresh episode of Inspiring Possible with Christy Pennison! In this heartfelt solo episode, Christy shares her personal reflections on stepping into 2026, offering encouragement, practical questions, and inspiration to help you start your year with clarity and intention.

Instead of focusing just on goals and resolutions, Christy invites you to rethink how you approach the new year.

• What season of life are you in?
• What do you want to feel more of, and what is it time to let go of?

Christy opens up about her own journey: balancing ambition with presence, learning the value of slowing down, and embracing growth that sometimes means subtraction, not just addition.

You'll discover a powerful reframing of what makes a year meaningful, guided by thoughtful questions and real-life stories. Christy also shares her favorite free tool—the "Dream It, Write It, Do It" workbook—which you can download to help shape your vision for 2026.

Whether you're entering a season of dreaming big, resting, or reflecting, this episode is filled with warmth, practical wisdom, and a gentle reminder: change is possible, and you don't have to rush. Join Christy as she helps you uncover what will make this year truly full and alive.

Don't forget to download your free workbook at inspiringpossible.com and connect with Christy on social media to stay inspired all year long!

If you found today's episode valuable, leave us a rating and share with someone who needs a spark of hope to start their year. Because, "If you can believe it, it's possible."

What if the reason you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck isn't because you're doing something wrong—
but because you've been running on empty for too long?

In this episode of Inspiring Possible, Christy Pennison is joined by family law attorney, life coach, mediator, and bestselling author Wendy Meadows for an honest and empowering conversation about burnout, personal transformation, and reclaiming energy, purpose, and joy.

Together, Christy and Wendy explore:

• How burnout can hide behind external success and "checked boxes"

• Why small, intentional steps—like exercise, mindfulness, and journaling—can spark lasting change

• The role of reflection, self-compassion, and mindset in overcoming exhaustion

• How to identify patterns that keep us stuck and create new routines aligned with our values

• Practical tools like Wendy's Pause Time Playbook journal to guide daily intention-setting and self-reflection

Wendy reminds us that stepping off the relentless hamster wheel doesn't require perfection—it starts with noticing, pausing, and choosing what truly matters.

"If other people have figured it out, I can too. So I just think, like, the element of possibility."
— Wendy Meadows

If you've been feeling stuck, craving more balance, or wanting to reconnect with your energy and purpose, this conversation will inspire you to pause, reflect, and start creating a life that actually fits.

Take a pause.
Tune in.
And choose to live with intention again.

For more information on this episode, visit: christypennison.com

To connect with Wendy Meadows:

• Website: https://www.sparkleandgrit.com | https://wendysmeadows.com

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-sare-meadows-ba80285/

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendy_s_meadows/

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100072318214998

"Clarity without action is just potential energy. It's a movement that never happens." ⚡
"Sometimes the most powerful decision is not the next big move. It's simply what's one thing I can do today that feels aligned with who I'm becoming." 💛

In this week's solo episode, Christy Pennison wraps up her November introspective series by exploring the third "P" of Possible: Pursuing. After pausing, pondering, and gaining clarity in the previous episodes, Christy guides listeners on how to take that insight and turn it into intentional, aligned action.

She invites listeners into a reflective and practical journey, including:

• How to transform clarity into momentum—even when the next step feels uncertain

• Using gratitude as an anchor while moving forward in alignment with your values

• Personal stories, including a team retreat trust fall, illustrating the lessons in taking imperfect action

• Practical strategies to incorporate vision and gratitude into daily life, like journaling, goal-setting, and mindful walks

• How small, intentional actions add up to meaningful progress and create a vision that grows over time

This episode is a warm, inspiring invitation to be present, act with intention, and celebrate every step forward—even the small ones.

Whether you're navigating uncertainty, seeking alignment, or just learning to trust your next step, this episode encourages you to embrace clarity, gratitude, and purposeful action.

For more information and resources, visit: https://christypennison.com/inspiring-possible-podcast/

What if the clarity you're searching for is already within you—quietly waiting for you to slow down long enough to hear it?

In this week's solo episode, Christy Pennison continues her November introspective series by exploring the second "P" of Possible: Pondering and Knowing. Building on last week's reflection about the power of slowing down, Christy dives deep into the quiet, inner guidance that often shows up when life feels uncertain.

She invites listeners into a gentle but powerful exploration of:

• What "inner knowing" really feels like—and why it often appears during seasons of stillness
• How life's serendipitous moments can affirm you're on the right path
• Why nature becomes a mirror for clarity, grounding the nervous system and awakening deeper awareness
• Personal stories of surrender, from navigating rejected home offers to trusting the timing of new beginnings
• The lessons we can borrow from nature's metaphors—seasons, roots, calm waters, and release
• Simple practices to reconnect with yourself, including mindful nature walks, grounding exercises, and stillness journaling
• How clarity, purpose, and legacy grow in silence—not in hurry

Christy offers a heartfelt reminder that the answers we're seeking rarely arrive with noise or urgency. Instead, they emerge in the quiet—when we pause long enough to listen.

Whether you're navigating uncertainty, craving clarity, or learning to trust the journey you're on, this episode will encourage you to breathe, slow down, and reconnect with the wisdom already inside you.

For more information on this episode, visit inspiringpossible.com/the-3-ps-of-possible-part-2

There, you'll find ways to connect with Christy, explore related resources, and follow along as she continues the 3 P's of Possible series.

You know life moves fast—but when was the last time you truly paused to reflect?

In this inspiring solo episode, Christy Pennison shares her journey of intentional slowing down and introduces the first of her Three P's of Possible — Pondering. Christy dives into the power of creating space for reflection, clarity, and inner listening, even in the middle of life's busyness.

Through personal stories and actionable tips, she walks listeners through a transformative leadership retreat experience where silence and stillness sparked profound insight. One question in particular changed the way she sees her priorities:

"If you had six months to live, what would you need to do, want to do, and not waste time doing?"

Join Christy as she explores:

• How slowing down intentionally can reveal what truly matters in your life

• The difference between pausing out of necessity versus pausing on purpose

• Why our culture rarely supports stillness—and how you can create it anyway

• Simple exercises to give yourself 10–30 minutes of distraction-free pondering

• How reflection can improve your relationships, your work, and your sense of purpose

Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just looking for inspiration, this episode is packed with practical tools to help you gain clarity, prioritize what matters, and live a more intentional life.

For more information on this episode, visit inspiringpossible.com.

To connect with Christy Pennison and access her free Dream It, Write It, Do It workbook, visit inspiringpossible.com.

What if the reason you feel stuck isn't because you're doing something wrong—
but because you've been living life on autopilot for too long?

In this episode of Inspiring Possible, Christy Pennison is joined by clinical psychologist Laura Elorza Isaza for an honest and empowering conversation about what happens when we stop living with intention—and how to reclaim awareness, presence, and joy in everyday life.

Together, Christy and Laura explore:

• How autopilot habits—like overworking, mindless scrolling, or numbing out—often serve as coping mechanisms

• Why true change starts with compassion, not shame

• The myth of the "21-day habit" and why real transformation takes patience

• How to replace all-or-nothing thinking with moderation, mindfulness, and curiosity

• Ways to use tools like the Unconscious Moderation app to build healthier, more intentional routines

As the new year approaches, this episode invites you to pause and ask:
What can I let go of to make room for something new?

Laura reminds us that change doesn't have to be perfect or painful—it can be a process of rediscovery.

"Change is not easy, but it's not impossible. We're reinventing ourselves constantly. We are completely dynamic. And that's the beauty of it all."
— Laura Elorza Isaza

If you've been moving through the motions, craving deeper connection, or simply wanting to feel more awake in your own life, this conversation will help you take the wheel again—with gentleness, intention, and hope.

Take a pause.
Tune in.
And choose to live with awareness again.

For more information on this episode, visit: christypennison.com

To connect with Laura:

LinkedIn: Unconscious Moderation
LinkedIn: Laura Elorza
Youtube: Unconscious Moderation Youtube
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@um_app_?_t=ZS-8

Website: Unconscious Moderation Website
Instagram: Unconscious Moderation

Can adversity become the very thing that propels you toward your greatest success?

In this week's episode, Christy Pennison welcomes Shirin Behzadi, author of The Unexpected CEO, to share her incredible journey from escaping revolution to becoming the CEO of a multimillion-dollar company.

Together, they explore:

• Shirin's early life in Iran and the upheaval brought by the Iranian Revolution

• Leaving her home country at just 17 and surviving alone in Istanbul

• Starting over in the United States—working behind bulletproof glass while holding on to her vision for the future

• The determination and belief that took her from student to CFO, and ultimately, CEO

• How facing a life-threatening illness reshaped her perspective on life, leadership, and purpose

• The lessons she learned about hope, alignment, and redefining success on your own terms

• Why adversity, when embraced, can become your greatest superpower

Whether you're walking through hardship, rebuilding your dreams, or searching for courage to take the next step, this episode offers wisdom, hope, and the reminder that you can overcome the odds.

For more information on this episode, visit inspiringpossible.com/overcoming-the-odds

Connect with Shirin Behzadi, explore her book The Unexpected CEO, and find related resources through links on that page.