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True Stride

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 Realizing your True Stride means moving forward in alignment with you heart, mind, body, energy and soul. This podcast offers thoughtful conversations to help you discover your groove at work, at home, during play and with your community. Empowerment coach, author and fellow Strider, Mary Tess Rooney, inspires heart-centered views to elevate your Heart Value, relationships and joy. Tune-in every Thursday for wise walks to get your stride on! Développement personnel Réussite Sciences sociales
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  • EP290: Growing Into Your Vision & Future Self

    EP290: Growing Into Your Vision & Future Self
    Apr 16 2026
    My dear friend's son, Doston, just got a German Shepherd puppy. She is small, curious, and already testing boundaries in all the ways puppies do. It is that early stage where behavior is still forming, and it would be easy to overlook the habits that are starting to take shape. I admire how Doston reached out and asked me for advice on how to train her. How to set things up so she grows into a well-behaved, confident dog. That kind of awareness matters. It is easy to get caught up in the moment and assume things will work themselves out, but they do not. Puppies grow quickly, and the behaviors that seem minor in their youth become much more significant over time. When I think about my own dogs today, calm and easy to manage in different environments, I know that outcome came from consistent effort and a clear vision of who I wanted them to become. That idea has stayed with me, because it extends far beyond dogs. The way we show up today directly influences the person we become over time. It is easy to feel stuck or feel that change is hard and it is too late to shift direction, but I do not see it that way. On today's Wise Walk, we are taking a closer look at the future version of ourselves that we want to grow into and what it means to begin training for that version now. Who do you want to become, and is there a future version of yourself you can see or feel within you that you are ready to begin training for now?What qualities and experiences define that version of you, and what small steps can you take to begin moving in that direction and embodying those shifts today?Are your current actions aligned with the version of yourself you want to become?What elements in your environment can you control to better set yourself up for success?What steps, however small, do you know you need to take to move forward and begin acting as if you are already becoming that person?Are you staying true to those actions because you know they are right for you, regardless of what others may think?Can you hold space for your growth and commit to it, even if it feels uncomfortable or unfamiliar?Is there a past version of yourself you miss or want to reconnect with, and what from that version can you bring into your present and future?What small steps are you willing to take right now to grow into that person?What distractions or barriers can you remove to better support your progress?What actions can you take each day to stay aligned with the version of yourself you are ready to step into? Each of us has the ability to create the life we are meant for. It starts with staying true to who we are today, while also honoring the version of ourselves we are growing into, and taking actions that align along the way. I would love to hear what resonated with you, so feel free to reach out and share what you are taking with you from today's episode. I look forward to being with you again next Thursday for another Wise Walk. In this episode: [03:54] I had a simple but clear vision for my life with my dogs. It took a lot of work training them to be comfortable with travel and being a car dog. [05:08] I had to start with small steps like driving down the street.[06:01] Now the car is the happy place for both of my dogs.[07:03] I had to see the vision, set us up for success, and control distractions. Controlling the environment can set us all up for success. [08:10] I was mindful to condition my puppies to set them up for success. I started the training at a young age, so they could grow into the version I saw for them.[10:41] All of my actions were aligned with my vision for them.[12:09] One of the visions for my future self is hiking at higher elevations. I'm going to have to work up to that. I have a training plan for my big hike in July.[15:19] I'm so proud of my nephew who has the vision to train and do an ironman competition. That's a 2.4 mile swim, 112 bike ride, and a 26.2 mile marathon. [17:11] I'm going to show up and support my nieces and nephews when I can. Memorable Quotes: "Growth happens when your actions start to align with the version of yourself you can already see." - Mary Tess"If you can see that future version of yourself, then you can start acting in alignment with it today." - Mary Tess"The question is not whether change is possible. The question is whether you are ready to begin." - Mary Tess Links and Resources: Mary Tess RooneyEmailHeart Value Facebook | LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram
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    20 min
  • EP289: Messages We Are Meant to Receive

    EP289: Messages We Are Meant to Receive
    Apr 9 2026
    There are moments when something finds you at just the right time. A quote, a phrase, a random text from someone you love, and it lands in a way that you weren't prepared for. That happened to me this week. A loved one sent me a quote and I couldn't stop thinking about it: "Healing is when you stop telling the story that broke you, and you start telling the story that rebuilt you." Simple words, but they opened up a lot. About the stories we carry, the ones we share with others, the ones we replay in our own heads — and what those stories actually say about where we are. Because the way we tell our story? It doesn't lie. It reflects where we genuinely are in our healing, not where we wish we were or think we should be. On today's Wise Walk, we're slowing down to explore that shift from the story that broke you to the one that rebuilt you. We're getting curious about the messages we receive and what they might be pointing us toward. Because in that curiosity, there's room for real reflection, a little more compassion for ourselves, and genuine gratitude for how far we've actually come. When a message or quote stops you in your tracks and connects on a deep level, do you take time to get curious about why it resonates?Do you reflect on why a particular word, phrase, or sentiment has an impact on you at that moment?Do you consider how it has shown up in your past, how it applies right now, and how it might support you moving forward?What are the stories you are telling right now, to yourself and to others?As you tell that story, do you notice an emotional charge, a sense of still feeling hurt, disappointed, or broken?Are you handling yourself with compassion and giving yourself grace as you acknowledge where you still are in your healing?Are you on the road to healing, and how can you move toward telling your story from a rebuilt perspective?Or are you telling a story that was once heavy, but in this moment you realize just how far you have come?Can you give yourself credit for rebuilding and for allowing yourself to heal from whatever that experience was?What is a message, quote, or phrase you heard on a podcast or radio that deeply connected with you?What is it about that phrase that strikes a chord and where do you see it showing up in your own life?Can you hold compassion for who you were in the past, who you are today, and who you hope to become?Can you give yourself gratitude for prioritizing your healing and for growing into the next version of yourself? This whole community is stronger together when we can honestly acknowledge where we've been and celebrate the rebuilding that followed. As always, I would love to hear what you took away from today's episode, so feel free to reach out. I look forward to joining you next Thursday. Until then, prioritize fun, read the signs, direct your path, and get your Stride On. In this episode: [02:32] "Healing is when you stop telling the story that broke you, and you start telling the story that rebuilt you."[03:42] When we're in the thick of going through an emotional crisis, we think about how this could be happening to me or why is this happening or what did I do wrong? We tell the story from the emotional state and place of the victim.[05:05] I love how the stories we tell are a great framework for whether we've healed from our emotional crisis. [08:05] An emotionally charged story that always comes to mind for me is my divorce. It was a difficult, challenging, and complex experience. [09:02] The healing process of my divorce took a long time, because there were so many different facets. [10:06] When I received the quote, I realized that I have come a long way when it comes to my divorce experience. I am grateful for that.[11:17] When you receive a message that deeply resonates with you, take the time to reflect on why that strikes a chord within you.[13:23] Messages we receive are also an opportunity to have conversations with those that we love. [14:11] You can also discover why these quotes resonate with those you love. [16:40] How your loved ones reflect on the quote can tell you if they've healed. You can also see their growth through their reflections. [17:21] When you receive messages, get curious about how they may apply in your life or of those you love. [18:03] When healing occurs, the way we tell the story changes. Memorable Quotes: "Any time we have growth or a shift, we should give gratitude for just how far we've come." - Mary Tess"We can't get someone to rebuild themselves. We just have to be compassionate listeners." - Mary Tess"When we go through something very challenging and difficult, there could be many layers of disappointment or hurt or brokenness that need to heal. We need to give ourselves compassion in that moment to heal and rebuild." - Mary Tess Links and Resources: Mary Tess RooneyEmailHeart Value Facebook | LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram
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    19 min
  • EP288: Adaptive Resilience: Finding Strength in the Setback

    EP288: Adaptive Resilience: Finding Strength in the Setback
    Apr 2 2026
    Getting knocked off your feet has a way of bringing everything into focus. Whether it's a physical setback or something deeper on an emotional level, those moments where you feel depleted can leave you wondering how long it's going to take to feel like yourself again. I was recently in that place, recovering from a stomach virus that completely drained my energy, and it got me thinking about what it really means to rebuild not just physically, but in all areas of life. As I started to feel better, I couldn't help but notice how the body naturally adapts, creating strength and protection behind the scenes. It made me realize that we have that same ability in our emotional and energetic lives, too. We've all been through hard things before, and somewhere along the way, we've built the resilience to move through them again. This episode is about recognizing that process and learning how to trust that as you rebuild, you can come back even stronger. On today's Wise Walk, we slow down and explore what resilience really looks like in our own lives and how we recognize those low moments. Also, how we support ourselves through them and draw on our own history to remind ourselves that this too shall pass. When you hit those low points, where you feel depleted or stuck, what memories can you tap into that remind you you've been resilient before and that this too will pass?As you reflect on an area of your life that needs attention right now, can you recognize what's really going on and begin to reframe it into a growth moment instead of a setback?As you move through this experience, are you allowing yourself to reach out for support or permit yourself to take things off your plate?What can you let go of right now that isn't serving you so you can feel lighter and begin to rebuild from a stronger place?Where can you acknowledge the strength and skills you're gaining through this experience and remind yourself that you're stronger than this moment?How do you remind yourself that this is temporary and that you've made it through hard things before?What does resilience look like for you right now, not in theory, but in how you're actually showing up each day?Are you giving yourself enough self-compassion as you move through this, or are you expecting too much from yourself?Where might you be holding on to something that's keeping you stuck instead of allowing yourself to move forward?Who in your life truly understands what you're going through, and are you leaning into that support?What would it look like to trust that you are already rebuilding, even if it doesn't feel like it yet?How can you ground yourself in this moment so you feel a little steadier as you move through it?What is one small step you can take today that supports your healing or your progress? As we evolve, we begin to embrace this mindset of adaptive resilience. Whatever you're going through right now, know that you have it within you. You can recognize it, reframe it, reach out for help, rid yourself of what isn't serving you, and rebuild. I'd love to hear what you're navigating right now, and how you're leaning into your natural resilience. Reach out, share your story, and know that you're not alone. I look forward to next Thursday's Wise Walk. In this episode: [03:12] Our bodies are so miraculous. They have this high-functioning ability to adapt, even though we don't always know how to support it.[04:10] As we fight an illness, our bodies adapt. They create antibodies that clear infections and store memory cells to fight future infections and attacks.[05:04] Our bodies are constantly learning, growing, and adapting to our environment. Our memory cells are on autopilot, constantly supporting us in the background.[06:55] We also rebuild on an emotional level. Our emotions and energy have a natural growth mindset.[08:12] Whatever we are managing at this moment will pass. I came up with five elements that will help us restore and overcome physically and emotionally. [09:12] I'm looking forward to establishing a home base and creating nesting roots.[10:06] 1. We have to recognize when we are in that moment of not feeling our best. What are the threats? How can we reframe this? What am I supposed to learn? [11:01] 3. Reach out and ask for help. You don't have to do it alone.[12:22] 4. Rid yourself of anything that is not supporting you. [13:25] 5. Rebuild and become stronger than before. [14:05] If I get sick again, my memory cells will be able to recognize, reframe, reach out, rid, and rebuild. [15:13] One thing that has helped me when feeling ungrounded while searching for our home is to reach out to people who can support me. [17:09] I also know that I need to rid myself of influences that will make me feel worse about my situation.[18:06] This experience will help me rebuild in a stronger framework.[20:22] On an emotional and energetic level, where can we apply these five elements so that we can move through periods of transition and being ...
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    24 min
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