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Space to Dream: Retreats Around the World
Edinburgh July 6-10 
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In this episode, Wendy sits down with Aransas Savas, creator of The Uplifters podcast and community, who has designed her life around one transformative question: What is this moment perfect for? Aransas shares how asking this question in every moment allows her to reclaim her power, show up as the leader of her own life, and create possibility instead of staying stuck.
They explore:
Why victim energy lowers your sense of possibility, and how even reclaiming 5 minutes can shift you into leadership
The difference between celebrating what this moment is perfect for versus longing for what it isn't
How to stop waiting for life to happen to you and start asking yourself, "In what tiny way can I show up as a leader in my life today?"
This is a conversation about acceptance over friction, possibility over victimhood, and the revolutionary act of asking one simple question that changes everything. Press play and discover what your next moment is perfect for.
Connect with Aransas:
Substack
The Uplifters Podcast
AransasSavas.com
Instagram @the_uplifters_podcast
Uplifters Live March 13, 2026
Referenced in this Episode:
The Numerology of Endings and Renewal | Dina Berrin
Coffee Chat with Aransas
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Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective
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Space to Dream: Retreats Around the World
A dreamy half-day, in-person workshop experience designed to help you step out of the noise and into your next yes. City dates & registration now open! Select your retreat here.
In this episode, Wendy sits down with Karen Bartholomew, founder of The Pause Method, who had her own 2010 breaking point when she was so overwhelmed she couldn't even take a moment to hydrate. That crisis became the catalyst for everything, but Karen wants you to know you don't need to wait for rock bottom to give yourself permission to rest. Slowing down isn't falling behind. It's catching up to who you were always meant to be.
They explore:
Why we wait for a crisis to finally stop, and how to break that pattern before the breakdown happens
The power of asking yourself, "What is this trying to teach me?" and actually making space to answer it
Why saying yes to alignment means learning to say no to everything that doesn't serve where you're going
This is a conversation about energy leaks, intentional pauses, and the revolutionary act of designing a life that benefits you first. Press play and discover why you don't have to earn rest, and what happens when you finally stop performing and start listening.
Connect with Karen:
KarenBartholomew.com
Instagram @karenbartholomew
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Website: Phineas Wright House
PWH Farm Stays
PWH Curated Experience and Travel
Interested in being a guest on the show?
Send your pitch to [email protected]
Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective
Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!
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Free Virtual Masterclass: From Resolution to Momentum That Creates Results, on Saturday, February 7. Save your seat!
In this episode, Wendy is joined by Marie Crews, a certified health and wellness coach, retreat facilitator, and author who guides women through grief, trauma, and transformation. After losing her son, Marie discovered that healing doesn't mean leaving our loved ones behind—it means rising to a higher vibration where we can touch their memory without being stolen by tears.

They explore:
The difference between strength and willingness in the grief journey
Why co-creating your experience doesn't mean you created your loss
How to honor your needs unapologetically and give yourself grace in every season
If you've ever struggled with allowing joy to coexist with grief, this episode offers permission, hope, and a path forward.
Connect with Marie:
Get her book: Even When She Rose
MarieCrews.com 
Facebook
TikTok
Referenced in this Episode
A Happy Pocketful of Money by David Cameron Gikandi
Boundary Boss by Terri Cole
The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron
Byron Katie
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Instagram: @phineaswrighthouse
Facebook: Phineas Wright House
Website: Phineas Wright House
PWH Farm Stays
PWH Curated Experience and Travel
Interested in being a guest on the show?
Send your pitch to [email protected]
Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective
Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!
If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a 5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!
Free Virtual Masterclass: From Resolution to Momentum That Creates Results, on Saturday, February 7. Save your seat!
In this episode, Wendy sits down with dear friend and coach Jennifer Liss, who left her husband, traveled Europe solo, and ended up reconciling her marriage—all because she said a big no that was actually a huge yes. They unpack how victim mentality can show up in sneaky ways and explore the OATS process for working through emotions that keep cycling until you address them.
They explore:
Why the universe presents you with people and situations to reveal your inherited constraints, and why those encounters are a gift
How to use the OATS process: Observe the sensation, Ask why it’s here, Thank it, and Shift to your soul’s perspective
Why shrinking back doesn't do anybody any favors, and how standing in your power creates positive ripples for everyone
This conversation is a permission slip to stop shrinking, start trusting, and live from the fullest, freest version of you.
Connect with Jennifer:
Instagram @jennifer.liss_
Her Podcast: F**k Around & Get Paid
Her Quiz: JenLiss.com
Referenced in this Episode:
Saying Yes to Being Untethered with Jen Liss
The Third Door by Alex Banayan
How to Stop Performing and Start Trusting Yourself | Rachel Jackson
Peter Crone
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Connect with Wendy:
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Instagram: @phineaswrighthouse
Facebook: Phineas Wright House
Website: Phineas Wright House
PWH Farm Stays
PWH Curated Experience and Travel
Interested in being a guest on the show?
Send your pitch to [email protected]
Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective
Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!
If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a 5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!
Explore Wendy's bespoke tours in 2026: 
Edinburgh July 6-10 
Paris Christmas Markets Dec. 1-7
More Trips & Experiences 
Space to Dream: Retreats Around the World
A half-day, in-person workshop experience designed to help you step out of the noise and into intentional pause.
City dates & registration now open: https://www.phineaswrighthouse.com/the-shop/p/global-workshop
Free Virtual Masterclass: From Resolution to Momentum That Creates Results, on Saturday, February 7
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In this episode, Wendy sits down with Rachel Jackson, CEO embodiment strategist, for a conversation about breaking old corporate patterns and learning to do business with more ease, intuition, and self-trust. Rachel shares why emotions act as a tuning fork for the voice you’re listening to, and how we often know something is complete energetically before our minds catch up.
They explore:
Feeling darker emotions without getting stuck in them
Why staying after your energy has moved on serves no one
How surrender isn’t giving up the dream, but releasing resistance
Press play and learn why you're meant to outgrow things, and that's okay.
Connect with Rachel:
Becoming Unstoppable Podcast
Instagram
TikTok
Website
Referenced Episodes:
Saying Yes to Your New Version
Saying Yes to Support and Being Vulnerable
The Numerology of Endings and Renewal | Dina Berrin 
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Connect with Wendy:
Linkedin
Instagram: @phineaswrighthouse
Facebook: Phineas Wright House
Website: Phineas Wright House
PWH Farm Stays
PWH Curated Experience and Travel
Interested in being a guest on the show?
Send your pitch to [email protected]
Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective
Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!
If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a 5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.