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Better Days: Life Lessons & Laughter

Better Days: Life Lessons & Laughter

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Welcome to Better Days! Our goal is to uplift you, encourage you and provide you with knowledge and insight through our life, lessons, experiences and laughter. Join us as we walk this path of life and share what we've learned along the way,
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The personal diary of Dave Jackson. Each short episode attempts to make you laugh, cry, think, groan, educate, or entertain. Sometimes, you get to play therapist as Dave attempts to share life's lessons from Father Time.
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*** Top 2.5% Podcast *** Do you want to heal the childhood trauma wounds that are holding you back and keeping you from confidently living the life God wants you to live? Does your trauma history keep you crippled by fear, unable to discern and trust God’s plan, process, and purpose for your life? The effects of childhood trauma can show up as low moods, negative thoughts, overthinking, anxiety, crippling fear, low self-worth, physical illness, constant comparison, or emotional disconnection ...
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Leadership may come with a list of privileges. However, many often discover that being on top is somewhat lonely and challenging. Without knowing how to perform with intentionality, your team may see you as distant and too hard to reach. This disconnect will adversely affect any team, causing it to underperform and under-deliver. Welcome to The Intentional Leader, the podcast dedicated to transforming good leaders into great ones. In this show, we focus less on the theoretical aspect of lead ...
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“Laughter is the best medicine.” Steve and Michele, two inspirational, motivational leaders, whose calling is to put a spin on incorporating mirth while seeking balance amidst the madness we call life through their weekly podcasts, Laugh Or Go Crazy. Their unscripted exchanges about how as a society we don’t see the big picture. There is an entity much bigger than us out there in the universe that plays a hand in our lives. And this is what brought the two of them together. Accepting and lov ...
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Is it just me, or are you finding that life is becoming more distracting? There is always something to think about, do, or solve. I was finding that my mind was getting preoccupied with all the things in my day and world, and it was robbing my peace. At the end of the day, I felt like there were more things to do than I got do…
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Preteens are a whirlwind of emotions and rapid change; leading them requires a steady hand, a compassionate heart, and a strategic mind. In this episode, Sean Olson is joined by communication coach Marcus Higgs, who offers insightful guidance on parenting pre-teens. With a deep understanding of child development and communication, he empowers paren…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 The movie Diary of a Mad Black Woman is one of many that does a good job of showing what can happen when a woman takes and takes without processing her emotions in a healthy way. In many cultures, women are not encouraged to get mad, they are expected to remain poised, polite and in control, but often there is rage beneath wha…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Today, let's talk about something real, something maybe a little raw: trusting God when life feels…well, not so trusting. You've been hurt in the past, you’ve dealt with some heavy stuff, and now the idea of trusting anyone, let alone God, feels like a big, fat "NOPE!" Been there, believe me. But here's the thing: I believe th…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Are you a trauma survivor looking to make positive changes in your life? This episode is for you! Today, I am speaking with Dr. Toni Cooper, a Christian psychologist specializing in helping women heal from abuse and trauma. Dr. Cooper shares her wisdom on the unique challenges of change for trauma survivors and offers a practi…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 I’m taking how to attune to your body for better stress management today. As Christian women, we're often called in a million directions – family, church, work, our passions. It's easy to get overwhelmed, right? But hear this: taking care of yourself isn't selfish; it's essential! Because when we're stressed and depleted, how …
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 You’ve probably heard this phrase bantered around a lot “live your calling” or “find your purpose”. These terms set people on this existential hunt to find the divine reason for their existence. But what does the term calling mean anyway, and more specifically, what does it mean to you? Today, I’ll be talking about the two typ…
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Feeling lost and unfulfilled? In this episode, Randy Adkins joins Sean Olson to explore the transformative power of purpose-driven leadership and personal growth. Randy, the author of Produce on Purpose, shares insights from his diverse roles as a teacher, speaker, preacher, and transformative leader. From aligning with our core values to building …
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Opening your heart to others can feel downright scary when you've been hurt in the past. The last thing you want to be is vulnerable, and this can impact your ability to show genuine empathy. Empathy isn't just about feeling someone else's pain; it's the bridge to a deeper connection, stronger friendships, and a more fulfillin…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Do you have an insatiable desire to prove your worth, or are you constantly pushing yourself to showcase your abilities but never fully satisfied with your achievements? This is a struggle for many women, who find it difficult to bask in the glory of their accomplishments even when they do succeed. Today’s guest is Jamie Vollm…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Let’s talk about a topic that can leave us feeling drained and defeated: conflict. Navigating disagreements can be tough, especially when you're carrying the baggage of childhood trauma and dealing with someone who likes a verbal tussle. It is worth learning how to deal with conflict as you go through life, and I will share mo…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 The Shades of Trauma Healing podcast had its official birthday on July 31st, and what a year it has been. If you’ve been with me from day one, you know a bit of my story, but if you’ve joined in later, know that launching this podcast was an obedient response to God’s call. Along the way, I learned so much as I took the step t…
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Various reports claim that bullying is rampant within the healthcare industry, especially among nurses, and this leads to instability and incivility. Renee Thompson has experienced this problem herself, and now she is taking a stand to get rid of the bullies once and for all. Joining Sean Olson, the author and owner of Healthy Workforce Institute d…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Today, we're diving into a topic that can feel heavy, but trust me, it's one we all grapple with in some way or the other, so we need to talk about: self-loathing, and I’m going to provide 6 tips to help you address it. I hope this episode blesses and inspires you. In Healing and Love 😊 Jenniel 🌟Your Next Steps🌟 👉🏼 Download th…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Today I have a treat for you. While I talk a lot about trauma on this podcast the main goal is to help you find healing so you can remove barriers that keep you from fully living out your true purpose. My guest today knows all about this journey. He is Dr. Peter Rios, a sought-after motivational keynote and conference speaker,…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Emotions are powerful forces. They impact our experiences, drive our actions, and shape how we interact with the world. Emotions are vital to being human, but we don’t have to let them run wild and control our lives because that can be detrimental. You’ve got to take charge of how you feel and react. Learning to control your e…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 The Anniversary Celebration Event is in Full Swing Share your opinion and be automatically entered to win 1 of 3 FREE coaching sessions with Jenniel. Enter to Win Here: https://sthyearonegiveaway.grwebsite.com/ My guest today is Stephanie Scarminach, an intuitive somatic practitioner who guides people through overcoming past t…
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Whenever we experience failure, it is pretty easy to stay down and give up. However, Phebe Trotman begs to disagree: when having a bad day, the only solution is to get back up and continue moving forward. Joining Sean Olson, she shares valuable leadership lessons from her soccer career and explains how she applies them today in the entrepreneurship…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Do you ever feel stuck on repeat? Like you're making the same mistakes or attracting the same drama over and over again? A lot of survivors feel that way and one way to address this is by looking at your blind spots. Blind spots are those things we do not see about ourselves, but they show-up day after day – they include the t…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Today's topic is close to my heart, and I know it might resonate with many of you. We'll discuss emotional abuse in childhood, how it impacts adults, and the path to emotional wellness. Emotional abuse is subtle, and that makes it easy to deny that it's happening. We’ll look at some of the signs of emotional abuse, how it prev…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Life throws us curveballs. Sometimes, those curveballs come early, leaving deep scars from a traumatic childhood. But even in the face of immense pain, there's hope: you have the unwavering presence of a God who specializes in new beginnings. He is the weaver of shattered lives, the mender of broken hearts, the God of new star…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Have you entered the Anniversary Giveaway for your chance to win a free coaching session? Share your opinion and be automatically entered to win 1 of 3 FREE coaching sessions with Jenniel. Enter to Win Here: https://sthyearonegiveaway.grwebsite.com/ Today, I’m talking with Karen Deloach. Karen is an artist/ art mentor, author,…
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Today's conversation explores the journey of a leader who thrives on embracing the unexpected. Kieron James, CEO and Co-Founder of Wonderful, shares how his career path zig-zagged across industries, from teaching economics to web design and even domain name registration. Through it all, Kieron honed his skills in selling digital services and cultiv…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 We’ve all heard of fear failure, but have you considered that fear of success may also hold you back? If you’ve ever hesitated to pursue a dream or if you tent to downplay your achievements, you might be experiencing a fear of success, a surprisingly common hurdle even for Christian women. Fear of success isn't about laziness.…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 It is the anniversary month of the Shades of Trauma Healing podcast, and I have a special announcement and giveaway for you. Listen to the episode to find out more and see the link below to participate. In this episode, we explore the topic of emotional breakdowns, specifically for Christian women healing from childhood trauma…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Staying consistent with trauma healing habits is crucial for long-term progress and recovery. Consistency allows you to build momentum and make steady progress in your healing journey. Regular engagement in healing habits reinforces positive behaviors. Today I have six tips to help you maintain consistency. With Healing and Lo…
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Think limiting beliefs are blocking your road to success? Buckle up, because this episode is all about shattering those barriers and overcoming limiting beliefs. Join Sean Olson as he chats with Colin Kingsmill, the cofounder of Whole Human Coaching, who helps leaders achieve fearlessness. From his early days in Swiss banking to navigating the comp…
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Welcome to another episode of Better Dave! Today, I'm diving into the fascinating world of personal finance and exploring how we can get our money working for us. I've spent over three decades with the same bank, but recently, I've rediscovered the benefits of modern financial tools like SoFi and Acorns. As I monitor my income and outcome in Monarc…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 I’m talking with trauma survivor Katy Parker today about her journey from unprocessed childhood trauma that was brought to light after an accident. Following the accident, Katy was diagnosed with PTSD and had to learn to navigate a new reality. Her journey includes journaling during lockdown in hospital, grieving and facing th…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Setting boundaries is an important aspect of self-care and maintaining healthy relationships. Yet, it is so difficult for Christian women to do so, partly because of beliefs and partly because they don’t know how. I’m a firm advocate of healthy boundaries, and today, I’ll share five quick tips for setting boundaries so you can…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 I’ll be talking about coping mechanisms today, but not just the ones that you consider to be "bad" or that go against your values or health principles. I’ll be exploring how every day, even good activities, can be used as ways to self-soothe, distract and avoid the pain of trauma. I’ll explain how to determine whether your beh…
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To be an effective leader who inspires instead of creating conflicts, one must know how to communicate the right way. Here is Patrick Donadio, communication strategist, author, and coach, who presents his six-step process for communicating with intentional IMPACT. Together with Sean Olson, he breaks down his recommended approach to leadership commu…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 In today’s episode I’m going to talk about something a little different, but it is still connected to our mental health as women. I decided to talk about this topic today as I was reflecting on how much I think about and pray for my family and friends. I also realized this month is men’s health emphasis month and I know I’m no…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 My guest today is Relationship Coach and Breathwork Facilitator - Maria Antonay Meyer. Maria and her husband own Ultimate Assist Coaching, where they help solution-oriented couples strengthen their relationships by getting “LIT,” which stands for love, intimacy, and trust. They also support individuals who are on their persona…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 On any given day, our nervous system goes through various states of activation. This is quite normal as we need to be flexible enough to move from a state of calm, to activated to calm or even from freeze to calm. At times, the system can move from calm to freeze or shut down, and you might find it difficult to navigate the ch…
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Ever dream of chucking your corporate job and chasing your comedy dreams? Leanne Linsky, founder of the innovative comedy platform Plauzzable, did just that – and she's here to share her hilarious and inspiring journey. From rising through the ranks at a Fortune 500 company to facing a life-changing layoff, Leanne found the courage to pursue her pa…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 This month, Mental Health America is highlighting the challenges of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Today, I will be doing the same from the lens of Childhood trauma and the Christian woman. I’ll share symptoms of PTSD, or PTS as it is now being called, the connection to childhood trauma and options for your healing. Ge…
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Show Notes Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 The month of May was National Mental Health Awareness Month, and there has been emphasis on things you can do and resources you can use to care for yourself. Today’s quick tips come from Mental Health of America, which outlines six activities you can do one day each week to support better mental health. Good mental …
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 My guest today is Dr. Karen Liddell, an ordained minister, a licensed clinical pastoral counsellor with the National Christian Counselling Association, a success mindset coach, a best-selling author, and a speaker. Karen became fascinated with the process of healing trauma to recover from her own past of childhood trauma which…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Why is it important to develop a growth mindset? The simple answer is - if you don’t believe your mind can change and grow, you won’t be as open to the life you can have beyond your trauma. Trauma has a way of making survivors believe that things won’t get better, circumstances won’t change, you will be this way for the rest o…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Are you in a love relationship, or are you trauma-bonded? Childhood trauma can cast a long shadow, affecting how survivors approach romantic and platonic relationships in adulthood. When there is broken trust, dysfunction, and poor attachment in childhood, adult survivors tend to go through life trying to replicate the experie…
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Ever wonder why some leaders just seem to get it? This episode dives deep with Alan Lazaros, CEO of Next Level University. Alan shares his powerful story of overcoming a near-death experience and the shift it sparked towards personal growth. He unveils the four modalities of thinking (numbers, words, pictures, and energy) and how understanding thes…
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Today's story reminds us there's still hope in humanity. In this episode, our host, Dave Jackson, shares a personal mishap that turns into a surprising testament to the goodness of people. After a pleasant bike ride in Ohio, Dave discovers he’s lost his wallet, containing all his essential cards and cash. His frantic search proves futile, leading t…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Childhood trauma survivors often struggle to receive and give love because of hurt in relationships, poor models of love, or unhealthy experiences of care and attachment in their formative years. This leaves a gaping wound that they try to fill however they can. Many read about the love of God, but struggle to feel secure in t…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 As promised, I’m back with another Mother-focused episode for North American Mother’s Day. Today, I have a special guest, Nanci Lamborn, who shares her experience of childhood sexual abuse and the anger she felt toward her mother, who did not support her and even blamed her for what happened. Nancy will share the steps she too…
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Show Notes Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 Welcome to the first official Quick Tip Thursday Episode. Starting this month, I will release an additional episode each Thursday with tips on various topics to help you navigate your healing journey. The four tips for today will focus on how to trust after you’ve been hurt, and they may not be what you think. After…
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Tune in to this episode of the Intentional Leader Podcast as host Sean Olson welcomes Debra Boggs, founder of D&S Executive Career Management. From first-generation college student to boardroom expert, Debra shares her inspiring journey and insights into becoming "board ready." Discover the qualifications needed for senior leaders seeking board rol…
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When it comes to mental health, we know that things like stress, work situations, or personal relationships affect us, but there are other factors that you probably do not think about that can affect your sense of well-being. When it comes to mental health you have to look at all the factors that are affecting you because they could be impacting ho…
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Hey, Sister-friend 👋🏽 We are doing something new. That’s right! It’s Thursday, and I have a special announcement for you. Listen to today's episode to find out more about what will be happening on Thursdays starting this month. I hope you'll be as excited about this as I am. With Healing and Love 😊 Jenniel 🌟Your Next Steps🌟 👉🏼Listen and Leave a Rev…
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On the latest episode of Better Dave, titled "Putting the FUN in Funeral," host Dave Jackson shares a heartwarming and humorous tribute to his favorite teacher and mentor, Jim Blackstock. This episode takes us on an emotional yet uplifting journey, emphasizing the profound impact a great teacher can have on our lives. Here are three key takeaways f…
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