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Life Notes from Chair 17

Life Notes from Chair 17 is a podcast dedicated to sharing life stories, wisdoms and inspirations as we navigate life’s journey. Host CH aims to share thoughtful stories, perspectives and insights from her own life journey as well as those of special guests and contributors. Tune in for good conversation about lessons learned, wisdoms gained, experiences had and inspirations shared. Be sure to subscribe!

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24:13

Día de los Muertos: The 'Coco' Version

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2024/11/01

We know we love all-things Halloween and October. But we also have a new(er) appreciation for the Mexican celebration Día de los Muertos thanks to one of our favorite animated films, 'Coco.' Join host CH this week as she discusses how the overall story and theme of the film inspired her to reflect on the importance of family and legacy, and to embrace remembering those who have gone before us in a vibrant, celebratory way vs. a sad, tragic way. Whether you're familiar with Día de los Muertos or are

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01:08:35

Share the Chair: Ellie Cornell - In Her 'Halloween' Era

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2024/10/18

It's not often one pulls off a sequel. And in OUR sequel with Ellie Cornell, she makes good on her promise to return to the podcast to help us celebrate Scary Movie Month, joining host CH to talk about her legacy role as Rachel Carruthers in 'Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers' and 'Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers.' From the casting (Ellie was actually NOT director Dwight Little's first choice) to her chemistry with co-star Danielle Harris (they are still friends to this day) to the

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09:20

Transition (a.k.a Our New Posting Schedule)

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2024/10/04

We are now in a our second year as part of the podcast universe - officially! Join CH this week for a quick update on changing up our posting cadence to every-other-week so as to provide more space between the episodes AND to ensure we continue to build our C17 community over the long term. This might be one of our shortest episodes yet, but it is a chance for CH to explain the change while also thanking you all again for your continued support. Plus, we didn't want to leave everyone hanging or

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01:13:30

Share the Chair: Jen Phillips

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2024/09/27

52 weeks. 52 episodes. One full year of being here in the podcast universe! To commemorate this special milestone, we did another in our Share the Chair series of episodes with CH's former senior marketing operations leader, Jen Phillips, who is currently the host of the The Progress Report Podcast. CH's heartfelt conversation delves into Jen's inspiring journey from professional burnout to personal rejuvenation, and how it ultimately led her to abandon her former sense of self (affectionately

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29:06

When Good Jobs Go Bad: The Lingering Effect

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2024/09/20

We've all had those jobs that are just ... not the best. But when a good job goes off the rails, it takes an unexpected toll - both while we are still IN the job, but also perhaps long after we've left. Join CH this week's as she discusses the lasting impact that difficult - perhaps even toxic - job environments can have on our mental health and professional confidence. She shares her own personal journey of having faced a traumatic work situation, the emotional toll it took and the (longer) road to

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26:45

Milestone Moment: 50 Shades of Me

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2024/09/13

What do Caesar salads, MotorolaStarTACs, a traumatic childhood rollercoaster experience, being stung by a stingray, never pulling an all-nighter and always making sure to name a car have in common? They are just a few of the 50 Shades of CH that we are celebrating as we reach our 50th episode here on the podcast (sorry, '50 Shades of Grey' fans but this episode has NOTHING to do with the books or the films). Instead, tune in for some thoughtful reflections on some of the quirky, funny, heartfelt and

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23:27

The Unexpected (Summer) Sabbatical

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2024/09/06

Ever thought you could - or would - take an unplanned sabbatical? Neither did we. But sometimes, those life curve balls end up being the best thing EV-er. Join CH this week as she reflects on what turned out to be the unexpected summer sabbatical - embracing the chance to pause, step-back and recharge. She looks back on her hesitance to make the decision, the debate within herself of should she or shouldn't she (thanks, Captain Jack Sparrow), and how the encouragement from friends and peers

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26:42

Job Interviewing: A Two-Way Street

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2024/08/30

We've all been there. Prepped extensively for a job interview only to clam up, stumble over our words and feel like we failed a test. Are we right? Join CH this week as she reflects on her experience having sat on both sides of the interview table, and how she has come to believe job interviewing should ideally be a collaborative event, not a one-sided interrogation. And that meaningful dialogue is just as important as being able to answer questions. She also delves into her own unique analogy of

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20:25

Don't Rant the Review

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2024/08/23

Feedback is a gift. But it is also important to understand the impact of what we say and how we say it. Join CH this week as she explores how to be helpful and constructive when leaving reviews or providing critical feedback rather than being vitriolic and vengeful. Drawing from her own experience working as a Voice of Customer analyst, CH shares why it's crucial to give feedback that promotes growth and improvement, and how to balance criticism with kindness so as to communicate effectively and

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21:09

Reading the Room

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2024/08/16

The art and science of being able to read a room. Is it something you know how to do? Or maybe you know someone who is really good at it? Recalling a life wisdom her mother gave her years ago (even when she wasn't all the interested in it), join CH this week as she discusses the importance of understanding the vibe or mood of the environment we find ourselves in - whether we're interacting with one person or a group, or whether we are in a professional setting or our every day life. In short: if we

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20:24

Just Walk in that Direction

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2024/08/09

Turning and walking in the direction of the thing we know we want to do. It sounds simple enough, right? And yet it can often be anything BUT simple. Not to mention all the times we try to talk ourselves OUT of doing it. In an episode that we're calling a convergence zone episode - a combination of inspiration and actual events taking place at once - join CH as she discusses recognizing the signs that nudge us in the direction we need to go, and leaning into opportunities that lead us there even

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01:13:02

Share the Chair: Courtney Andriunas

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2024/08/02

We all have a purpose, but have we found it, yet? Do we even know how to find it? In another of our Share the Chair series of episodes, CH sits down with namesake friend, mentor, and former boss, Courtney Andriunas, to talk about the pursuit of one's true calling. Courtney shares how her long-standing love of Boston, Massachusetts and a bucket list desire to take a class at Harvard lead her to a transformative workshop during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen in as she discusses what

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19:54

The Gift of Time

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2024/07/26

Age. Aging. Ageism. Just these words make some of us wince, right? Getting older is something we all do, but it is NOT something we tend to want talk about much - especially from a positive point of view. But what happens if we flip that script for a moment and see getting older as a gift of time - and one not necessarily afforded to everyone. Join CH this week as she reflects on getting older, cherishing the moments we have, and the lessons we can - and should - learn from older generations. This

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28:29

Foreign Exchange

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2024/07/19

When a Swedish pop rock group inspires you to become a foreign exchange student, it makes for one amazing life experience. And yes, that really IS how host CH decided to spend a summer abroad. Join us this week as she reflects back on that transformative time, and shares her thoughts on navigating language barriers, pushing through discomfort, finding joy in the simple things, leading with kindness, and appreciating the lifelong influences that resulted from the journey. You may just want to book

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20:14

The (Re)Connection

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2024/07/12

Have you ever had a ride-at-dawn kind of friendship that has faded into the distance? Join CH this week as she explores the nuances of reconnecting with old friends amidst life's ever-changing landscape, and the emotional intricacies of reaching out to those who were once significant in our lives but have since drifted away. It's an episode filled with reflections and practical advice on renewing the connections that shape our lives - even if that means having to accept it might never be what it

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22:05

It's a Live Life Each Day List

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2024/07/05

We've made it to the big 4-0 - our 40th episode! In honor of this milestone, we share the story of how host CH came to create her very first Live Life Each Day list following a somewhat challenging 40th circle around the sun. Listen in as she reflects on being encouraged by her friend Sarah to go through the simple exercise, how it helped change her perspective, and how the noting down of simple joys that make up our day-to-day lives can bring clarity, insight and fulfillment - whether we're

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23:34

Spirit of Place

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2024/06/28

Spirit of place. Have you heard of it? A certain locale - maybe a holiday spot, maybe your hometown - that you always yearn to return to find solace especially during challenging times? Join CH this week as she discusses what spirit of place means to her, shares her personal journey to her most spirited of spirited places (Truckee, California), and discusses the deep, sometimes historical, connections that can form within these locations as well as the rejuvenation they offer when we visit.Show

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27:29

The Strongest Part is the Broken Part - Pt. 2

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2024/06/21

10 years. To the day. From the accident that defined a life mantra. That is this very special episode - the second in our two-part series - of how the journey of recovering from a broken ankle led to the development of a powerful life mantra. From having her first major surgery to the first steps of recovery, join CH as she recounts the emotional journey of embracing pain, reconnecting with the most broken part of herself - literally - and finding the strength and courage to move forward.Show

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27:14

The Strongest Part is the Broken Part - Pt. 1

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2024/06/14

What happens when enjoying one of your favorite hobbies turns into one of the scariest moments of your life? It becomes the inspirational source for a still-true life mantra. In the first of a two-part series honoring the 10 year anniversary of this life changing event, CH reflects on how breaking her ankle while surfing ultimately helped her form one of her most important life mantras: the strongest part is the broken part. This episode is a vivid recount of not just a physical injury, but a

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01:10:07

Share the Chair: Quynh Nguyen

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2024/06/07

Entrepreneur. Artist. Author. Podcaster. Optimist. Those are just a few of the words to describe Quynh Nguyen, who joins CH this week in another episode in our Share the Chair series to talk all-things resilience, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit. Listen in as we delve into Quynh's self-made journey, from starting her own catering company to becoming a celebrated paper flower artist, and how she has masterfully turned her creative passions into successful businesses. It's an hour of heartfelt

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