Episodes

  • E63: Find the Light with Tammy Rene

    E63: Find the Light with Tammy Rene
    Apr 14 2026
    Note: Be aware that this episode addresses mistreatment of children and other challenging topics. It may not be appropriate for younger audiences. Childhood experiences impact us even as adults. For some, those experiences are motivational. For others, they can be devastating. Our guest this week survived a difficult childhood but found her way to light and hope. Even in the midst of her pain, her true self never stopped hungering for light. In this episode of the Infuse Compassion podcast, Tammy Rene shares how a single act of generosity—her grandfather paying for college—opened the door to freedom from her childhood challenges and led her to others who helped her find light. Through writing, music, and faith in a loving higher power, she began “recycling her garbage”—transforming the worst parts of her story into hope for others. Tammy now offers lifelines of hope both to others who experienced similar difficulties and to those who love them, inviting all of us to see people clearly and believe in their worth. In this episode you’ll learn: - How Tammy transformed her challenges into a source of light and hope - Practical ways survivors can begin healing and reconnecting with their true selves - How to support someone through difficulties without fixing, comparing, or questioning their reality - Why your presence, vulnerability, and belief in others can be a life-changing gift More about Tammy: https://www.youtube.com/@TammyRene915 https://www.buildonthelight.com tammy@buildonthelight.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammy-rene-buildonthelight/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • E62: Compassion for Chronic Illness: Reflections on Jane Casiano

    E62: Compassion for Chronic Illness: Reflections on Jane Casiano
    Apr 7 2026
    Chronic illness is often not only challenging physically, but emotionally. In this week’s episode, Amy and Mark share what we learned from our conversation with Jane Casiano, who openly discusses the challenges she faces dealing with Lupus since the age of 13. In this episode we share thoughts about: - How each of us can be supportive without being overbearing. - The power of human connection and simple acts of kindness, particularly for those suffering with hidden conditions. - The impact of listening to create connections of healing and understanding. You likely know someone suffering with a chronic illness, but they may not always make it known. Join us as we look at how we can support the silent sufferers in our lives. Jane Casiano is the host of the Chronically Ill Diaries podcast, where she shares with courage and vulnerability her experience living with Lupus. She is the author of the upcoming book, "The Chronically Ill Diaries" as well, where she shares her experience and the power of connection with others experiencing chronic illnesses. Follow Jane's journey: www.gratefulconnections.com IG: @gratefulconnections_co Private Facebook Group for Women in Business: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gratefulconnections Podcast Links: https://www.gratefulconnections.com/podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • E61: You Really Don't Know with Jane Casiano

    E61: You Really Don't Know with Jane Casiano
    Mar 31 2026
    Chronic illness is often not only challenging physically, but emotionally. In this week’s episode, Amy and Mark share what we learned from our conversation with Jane Casiano, who openly discusses the challenges she faces dealing with Lupus since the age of 13. In this episode we share thoughts about: - How each of us can be supportive without being overbearing. - The power of human connection and simple acts of kindness, particularly for those suffering with hidden conditions. - The impact of listening to create connections of healing and understanding. You likely know someone suffering with a chronic illness, but they may not always make it known. Join us as we look at how we can support the silent sufferers in our lives. Jane Casiano is the host of the Chronically Ill Diaries podcast, where she shares with courage and vulnerability her experience living with Lupus. She is the author of the upcoming book, "The Chronically Ill Diaries" as well, where she shares her experience and the power of connection with others experiencing chronic illnesses. Follow Jane Instagram: @thechronicallyilldiaries YouTube: @DiariesoftheChronicallyill Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chronically-ill-diaries/id1685015958 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5xQQ3XPBPn2kjPGbWo77bM?si=849332fc93154fc8 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • E60: Collaboration Over Competition: Reflections on Malinda Leonard

    E60: Collaboration Over Competition: Reflections on Malinda Leonard
    Mar 24 2026
    Connections create success. In this episode, Amy and Mark share our insights from our conversation with Malinda Leonard about the power of collaboration over competition. We share connections that have been important to us in creating our businesses. Who are the connections that matter to you? And how are you connecting with others to create greater collaboration and success? Reflect with us on how grateful connections can create a more compassionate world and add strength to us all. Malinda Leonard, founder of Grateful Connections, a professional development community where women in business find education, inspiration, and meaningful connections. Drawing on 25 years of corporate sales experience, I now help women entrepreneurs grow with confidence through events, networking, and opportunities that foster collaboration over competition. Currently have a successful career in corporate healthcare sales, and also decided to follow my true passion to help women succeed in business and in life. I've built Grateful Connections as a space for women solpreneurs to learn, collaborate, and feel supported. My work includes hosting impactful in-person events, producing the Grateful Connections: What Gratitude Built podcast, and creating programs that help women turn their passion into sustainable business growth. I believe that gratitude is the foundation of growth and that every woman deserves a community cheering her on. I'm passionate about helping women build businesses that not only thrive financially but also align with their values and lifestyle. My mission is simple: to connect women, share wisdom, and inspire them to create their version of success rooted in purpose, connection, and gratitude. More about Malinda: www.gratefulconnections.com IG: @gratefulconnections_co Private Facebook Group for Women in Business: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gratefulconnections Podcast Links: https://www.gratefulconnections.com/podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • E59: The Power of Grateful Connections with Malinda Leonard

    E59: The Power of Grateful Connections with Malinda Leonard
    Mar 17 2026
    Any successful entrepreneur needs the support of other people, especially when starting out. That’s why Malinda Leonard started Grateful Connections, specifically to support women entrepreneurs who are just starting out. In this episode, we explore the power of connections in creating collective success. Join us as we discuss: - The importance of connection over competition, including how people in the same business can support each other. - The value of that “someone” in your life as you start a business or new venture. - How to overcome the fears associated with starting a new business with little more than an idea and determination. Connections build power, gratitude, compassion, and success. Learn how you can make an impact through finding or becoming a connection. Malinda Leonard, founder of Grateful Connections, a professional development community where women in business find education, inspiration, and meaningful connections. Drawing o n 2 5 years of corporate sales experience, l now help women entrepreneurs grow with confidence through events, networking, and opportunities that foster collaboration over competition. Currently have a successful career in corporate healthcare sales, and also decided to follow my true passion to help women succeed in business and in life. I've built Grateful Connections as a space for women solpreneurs to learn, collaborate, and feel supported. My work includes hosting impactful in-person events, producing the Grateful Connections: What Gratitude Built podcast, and creating programs that help women turn their passion into sustainable business growth. I believe that gratitude is the foundation of growth and that every woman deserves a community cheering her on. I'm passionate about helping women build businesses that not only thrive financially but also align with their values and lifestyle. M y mission i s simple: to connect women, share wisdom, and inspire them to create their version of success rooted in purpose, connection, and gratitude. Contact Malinda: www.gratefulconnections.com IG: @gratefulconnections_co Private Facebook Group for Women in Business: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gratefulconnections Podcast Links: https://www.gratefulconnections.com/podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • E58: Stack Your Resources: Reflections on Erika Coleman

    E58: Stack Your Resources: Reflections on Erika Coleman
    Mar 10 2026
    Achievement doesn’t have to result in burnout. In this episode, Amy and Mark reflect on what we learned in last week’s episode with Erika Coleman about “even-achieving” – achieving a lot without high levels of stress. Join us as we discuss: - The power of focusing on direction over destination, and how that ties to SMART goals. - The importance of identifying the right champion to help you succeed, and how to find the right champion for you. - Finding meaning in challenges to help keep us in the right direction. We’d love your insights on this topic as well. How do you keep the balance between achievement and stress? What tips can you share with our compassionators to keep moving in the right direction? Join us as we work together to give and receive compassion along the journey to achievement. Erika Coleman is a speaker, consultant and recovering overachiever. She believes most successful people are getting accomplishment wrong. Erika founded a million-dollar virtual training company that serviced some of the top organizations in the world. Her curiosity about stress, motivation and well-being led her to a master’s degree in industrial-organizational psychology from Harvard University. Erika imagines a world where no one needs to choose between achieving their goals and building a life worth living. Her mission is to help people learn how to find balance between dreaming and drowning by teaching the art and science of “even-achieving.” Contact Erika: Website: https://www.erikacolemanspeaks.com/ LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erika-coleman-1591b435/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • E57: Find Your Pace with Erika Coleman

    E57: Find Your Pace with Erika Coleman
    Mar 3 2026
    The world celebrates over-achievers – those who take on difficult tasks and drive through barriers until they get the best results. Stress is often viewed as a natural part of the over-achieving culture. But it comes at a cost. Burnout. In this episode, Erika Coleman shares her research and her personal experience as a hard-driving over-achiever, and how it helped her coin the phrase “even-achiever.” She talks about how we can achieve a lot without the costs of high levels of stress. Listen in to learn about: - The importance of prioritizing direction over destination. - The value of hard things in finding balance. - The key roles of a good champion on your success path. If you ever find yourself in over-achiever mode – or if you feel guilty for not being an over-achiever – this episode is for you. Erika Coleman is a speaker, consultant and recovering overachiever. She believes most successful people are getting accomplishment wrong. Erika founded a million-dollar virtual training company that serviced some of the top organizations in the world. Her curiosity about stress, motivation and well-being led her to a master’s degree in industrial-organizational psychology from Harvard University. Erika imagines a world where no one needs to choose between achieving their goals and building a life worth living. Her mission is to help people learn how to find balance between dreaming and drowning by teaching the art and science of “even-achieving.” Contact Erika: Website: https://www.erikacolemanspeaks.com/ LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erika-coleman-1591b435/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • E56: Infuse Compassion Podcast 1 Year Anniversary Special!

    E56: Infuse Compassion Podcast 1 Year Anniversary Special!
    Feb 24 2026
    Time to celebrate! One year ago, we introduced the Infuse Compassion podcast to the world! Fifty-two episodes later, we’re still here! In this special episode, Amy and Mark reflect on: • What we’ve learned from our guests during the past year. • Our gratitude for the many people that have made this podcast possible – especially those that took a chance on an unknown show. • How the past year has informed and created a foundation for the coming year. Thanks for YOUR part in making the Infuse Compassion podcast possible. Join us for this short celebration, then we’ll be back to episodes with a new guest next week! We'd love to hear what you've experienced with the Infuse Compassion podcast or any guests or topics that made a difference in your life. Please share your thoughts in the comments. More about Amy: Find Amy as @Start With Compassion on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, TikTok and Pinterest Website: https://startwithcompassion.com/ More about Mark: Mark Carpenter on LinkedIn Mark J. Carpenter on Facebook or @markcarpenter.leadpeople on Instagram and TikTok Websites: https://master-storytelling.com/ https://leadlikeaperson.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins