Episodes

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Oct. 1, 2024

Unlocking Personal Evolution Through Human Design

In this episode of Noticing Podcast, hosts Maggie and Urvi are joined by Emma Dunwoody, a renowned Human Design expert, master coach, and host of the globally successful Human Design Podcast. Emma shares her journey of self-discovery, the transformative power of Human Design, and how it can help you break free from external conditioning to live in alignment with your true self. Emma opens up about her pivotal moments, from burning out in her 20s and battling depression to discovering Human Desi...
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Sept. 24, 2024

Noticing How Human Design Serves Us (Replay)

In this special replay episode of Noticing, co-hosts Maggie and Urvi dive into their experiences with human design, focusing on the role of being projectors. They reflect on how this system has influenced their lives and perspectives, particularly in terms of energy management, life purpose, and the concept of waiting for invitations. If you’ve been curious about human design or have heard Maggie and Urvi mention it in previous episodes, this conversation will offer insights into how this modali...
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Sept. 17, 2024

Navigating Relationship Expectations and Personal Growth

In this duo episode of the Noticing Podcast, hosts Maggie and Urvi dive deep into the complexities of relationships, personal growth, and the evolving nature of partnership. Maggie reflects on her journey of being single for five years and what it means to rethink her relationship expectations after embracing her personal growth and independence. Urvi shares her perspective from within a long-term marriage, shedding light on the growth mindset necessary for a healthy partnership. This candid co...
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Sept. 10, 2024

Breaking Free from the Striving Trap: Real Integration in Growth

In this duo episode of Noticing, Maggie and Urvi take a deep dive into personal growth cycles, the balance between striving for more and grounding yourself in the present moment. They explore the concept of "Incendence vs. Transcendence"—the tension between striving for something greater and learning to integrate growth into everyday life. With their signature blend of insight, humor, and realness, they reflect on the challenges of self-growth, the importance of intentionality, and how to avoid ...
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Aug. 27, 2024

Finding Joy in the Creative Process: From Theater to Podcasting

In this episode of "Noticing," Maggie and Urvi are joined by Bree Luck, a dynamic storyteller, podcast producer, and the founder of Awkward Sage Media. Bree shares her journey from working in the arts and nonprofit sectors to becoming a podcast producer and network builder, focusing on the intersection of creativity, community, and growth. Bree discusses the importance of holding creative spaces and amplifying diverse voices through podcasting. Key Topics Discussed: Introduction to Bree Luck's ...
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Aug. 20, 2024

Stop Being a "B" to Yourself: Embrace Self-Acceptance

In this candid and vulnerable episode, Maggie and Urvi dive into the complexities of self-criticism, body image, and the journey toward self-acceptance. They share personal experiences and insights on how they’ve navigated the pressures of success, body standards, and self-judgment. The conversation highlights the importance of being kinder to ourselves, reframing negative thoughts, and finding joy in the present moment. Key Topics Covered: The impact of societal and cultural standards on self...
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Aug. 13, 2024

From Disconnection to Fulfillment: Small Changes for Big Impact

In this episode of Noticing, hosts Maggie and Urvi dive deep into the complex topic of disconnection—both from others and from ourselves. They explore the root causes of disconnection, the symptoms it manifests, and practical strategies to overcome it. Maggie and Urvi begin by defining what disconnection means to them. Maggie emphasizes the link between disconnection from self and disconnection from others, pointing out how self-judgment, guilt, and shame can create a rift within us. Urvi compl...
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Aug. 6, 2024

Harnessing the Power of Energy Healing for Personal Growth

In this special replay episode from the early days of the podcast, hosts Maggie and Urvi revisit their conversation with internationally recognized distant energy healer, Caitlin Marino. With over 17 years of experience, Caitlin shares her journey into energy healing and how it has profoundly impacted her life and the lives of her clients. Join us as we delve into the nuances of energy work, the importance of shadow work, and the transformative power of understanding and harnessing your own ener...
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July 30, 2024

Expectation to Exploration: Navigating a Personal Transformation

In this episode, we dive into the complexities of finding true fulfillment beyond traditional career success. Our guest, Maggie, shares her journey from feeling unfulfilled in her corporate job to embarking on a path of self-discovery and personal growth. Through therapy, coaching, and various spiritual practices, she uncovers the deeper reasons behind her dissatisfaction and learns how to align her life with her true self. Key Topics Discussed - The struggle of finding excitement and fulfillm...
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July 23, 2024

Redefining Success: Finding Authentic Fulfillment

In this episode of the "Noticing" podcast, hosts Maggie and Urvi delve into the topic of authentic success and what it means to redefine success for ourselves. Drawing from personal experiences and their journeys as projectors in human design, they explore the significance of self-recognition, the impact of societal expectations, and the power of rewriting our success contracts. Key Topics Discussed: Introduction to the episode and the topic of authentic success Maggie and Urvi’s experiences ...
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July 16, 2024

The Importance of Conscious Living and Spiritual Practices

In this episode, Maggie and Urvi sit down with Melvin Hart, a multifaceted healer and spiritual guide, to discuss shamanism, plant medicine, and the journey of personal transformation. Melvin shares his experiences and insights on how to integrate spiritual practices into daily life, the importance of connecting with the metaphysical, and the power of visualizing your future self. Key Topics: Introduction to Shamanism and distinguishing it from plant medicine practitioners. Historical and cul...
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July 9, 2024

Embracing Creative Intelligence: A Conversation with Sherry Sidoti

In this episode, hosts Maggie and Urvi welcome Sherry Sidoti, an award-winning author and yoga teacher. They reflect on the ups and downs of creative expression and the challenges of putting oneself out there. Sherry shares insights from her journey of writing her memoir, the vulnerability involved, and the joy of creative work. The conversation delves into the intersection of human experience and spirituality, the importance of being present, and how everyday moments are intertwined with spirit...
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July 2, 2024

Breaking the Cycle: Transformation After Incarceration

In today's episode, Maggie interviews Stacey Borden, founder and executive director of New Beginnings Reentry Services. Stacey's incredible journey from nearly three decades of incarceration to becoming a beacon of hope and support for women affected by domestic and sexual violence is truly inspiring. Guest Bio: Stacey Borden is a transformative leader and the founder of New Beginnings Reentry Services. With a mission to support women reintegrating into their communities, Stacey's organization ...
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June 25, 2024

Exploring the Healing Power of Sound and Music

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Noticing podcast, hosts Maggie and Urvi dive deep into the world of sound healing with their guest, Kevin Kraft. Kevin, a devoted yogi, sound healer, father, and friend, shares his fascinating journey with sound healing, which began over a decade ago in Hawaii. With a rich background in yoga and music, Kevin brings a unique blend of Vedic themes and wisdom to his sound healing practices. Discussion Highlights: Introduction to Kevin Kraft: Kevin's backgro...
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June 18, 2024

Unlocking Personal Excellence: The Power of Curiosity and Creativity

Welcome to another episode of the Noticing Podcast, hosted by Maggie and Urvi. In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Rupal Patel, a former CIA analyst turned entrepreneur, speaker, and author. Rupal's career journey is nothing short of extraordinary, taking her from military briefing rooms in war zones to corporate boardrooms and international stages. She is the author of the international best-seller "From CIA to CEO: Unconventional Life Lessons for Thinking Bigger, Leading Better, and Be...
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June 11, 2024

Integration of Spiritual and Human Experiences for Personal Growth

Welcome to another episode of the Noticing Podcast, where hosts Maggie and Urvi dive deep into the nuances of balancing spiritual seeking with the human experience. This episode is a special duo session where Maggie and Urvi share what they’re notici...
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June 4, 2024

From Stress to Success: Embracing Entrepreneurial Freedom

In this enlightening episode of "Noticing," hosts Maggie and Urvi sit down with entrepreneur and coach Matt Gerlach to explore his transformative journey from scarcity to entrepreneurial abundance. Together, they delve into themes of self-worth, heal...
Guest: Matt Gerlach
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May 28, 2024

Disrupting the Status Quo: Inclusive Leadership and Social Impact

In this insightful episode, Urvi speaks with Sophia Fifner, CEO of the Columbus Metropolitan Club, about her transformative journey, the intersections of her identity, and her unique approach to leadership and community engagement. Sophia shares her ...
Guest: Sophia Fifner
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May 21, 2024

Reclaiming Feminine Empowerment: A Deep Dive into Self-Worth and Advocacy

In this powerful episode of the Noticing Podcast, hosts Maggie and Urvi welcome Katie Henricks, a certified life and relationship coach with a deep focus on women's self discovery and sexuality. Katie brings years of experience and a refreshing persp...
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May 14, 2024

Finding Liberation through Courage and Creativity

With Special Guest: Krystopher Scott. In this deeply insightful episode of "Noticing," Urvi and Maggie delve into the profound impact of human connection, the power of community, and the transformative role of creativity in social justice with our gue...
Jan. 12, 2024

Noticing 2023 Reflections and 2024 Intentions

In this duo episode, Urvi & Maggie reflect on 2023 and look ahead to 2024. Plus they share an update on the status of Noticing, tune in to hear!
Dec. 1, 2023

Noticing Energy Intelligence

The healer to healers, Cindy Mattingly joins Maggie and Urvi for a conversation about energy intelligence. We discuss acknowledging the different elements of our being (physical, mental, emotional, energetic), coming into energy embodiment, observing how we express our energy, and building simple practices that give rise to our energy intelligence, promoting our ability to ground, balance and respond from an aligned and authentic place in daily living. A coach, mentor, energy master, and occupa...
Nov. 17, 2023

Noticing Easeful Effort

Maggie and Urvi chat about what they’re noticing lately: easeful effort. In reshaping the nature of work for themselves and detaching from the idea that reward only comes from “hard work,” Maggie and Urvi consider what is effort and what does it look like to create from a place of ease, while still feeling invested, passionate, and sometimes just getting lost in the process of what you’re doing. Connect with Urvi & Maggie: @urvipatel.co @maggiewardcoaching
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Oct. 20, 2023

Noticing Relationships During Personal Transformation

This week, Maggie and Urvi chat with Ankit! Ankit is Urvi’s husband and we chat about the topic of navigating relationship dynamics and changes amid a partner’s accelerated, amplified or elevated personal growth and seeking. Insights from our chat with Ankit: Setting and supporting the conditions for openness and overcoming fear of change The significance of listening to help your partner process new growth Reflections on what happens when you don't have the same belief in certain things or ...