Get Your Heart On

Happy Love Month!

In this episode, I want to invite you to join me in spreadin’ some LOVE in  and around your neighborhood, anonymous style! Are you game? -- Of course, you are!

Introducing, “Little Secret Love Notes” (a family tradition). Push Play and lets get started!

For Show Notes http://giaduke.com/episode36 + to share your photos of you in action come on over here!

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Happy 2021!

At the end of every year I love to look back and...

Reflect...
Remember moments + special times with people we've lost and loved
Acknowledge what I’ve learned and how I’ve grown
Remind myself of what I'm grateful.

And then consciously think about what I want to focus on for the year. How about you?

Push play and tune in to join me and find out what I'm doing and how I'm going to get started and why I decided to take a brief break from the show.

Want to Suggest A Guest?  Drop me a note here. 
Email Me. To purchase a signed copy of my book : Get Your Heart On : The How-To Guide For People Who Want To Make  A Difference. - YAY!

See you in February!

Biggest Hugs,
:) gia

For SHOW NOTES //
Direct Link // http://giaduke.com/episode35

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Happy Holidays! 

Let's talk about creating our own traditions and cheer even during 2020! 

What are you enjoying and loving right now?
What traditions do you like to do?
What makes you smile a little brighter during the holidays and this winter season?

Push play to listen to some of mine and then head on over to the blog to share yours!

Biggest Hugs,
:) gia

For SHOW NOTES + SUPER FUN PHOTOS  I mentioned on this episode come on over!
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It's my 1 year podcast-aversary! OH YEAH BABY!!

Tune in to find out why I'm dancing in my office and why it's so important (especially as big-hearted people) to celebrate along the way!

Thank you for being the reason I do this. I'm so grateful and inspired by you.

Big Hugs,
:) gia

For Show Notes + More! // http://giaduke.com/episode33

In this Spotlight feature, I can not wait to introduce you to my super go-getter, inspiring guest Reyn Aubrey!

Reyn is the founder and CEO of PocketChange - Social Media That Makes Things Better...not something we hear often these days, but I promise you’re gonna want to stick around to hear all about it! 

The software, PocketChange, empowers people to build their cause identity and take action on the things they care about and serves as the first platform for brands to do cause-marketing authentically.

Reyn primarily runs the product team and he also built a first-of-its-kind charity selection process and created a team of 35+ people to execute it. He was also named one of the Top 25 innovators under 25 in Colorado. 

So get ready to get inspired and feel empowered and find out why he withdrew from college to create something that's making a big impact with you guessed it, your pocket change.  

In this episode, we're gonna talk about ALL THINGS Pocket Change -  what it is, what it does, how to use it, why we want it, and why it matters to us! As well as getting some hot tips, start-up advice from Reyn.

...And as always we’ll tie in kindness, giving back, and all-around being a good person…

Quick heads up // My apologies for the audio quality in advance. I have been trying to troubleshoot this for over a week with help from some of my super-smart friends and it sounds like it just is what it is. So please hang tight, it does get better as we go, and thank you so much for your understanding...enjoy!

Are you ready? 
Let's go!

:) gia

For SHOW NOTES +  Free Resources or  http://giaduke.com/episode32

CALL TO ACT // Don't forget to check out the show notes to find out all the ways you can, Get Your Heart On and share some Super Love James Style.

P.S. Make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE on Apple podcasts or wherever you like to listen. And if you want me to also personally let you know when a new episode comes out all you have to do is sign up right here and I’ve got you!

Find out one easy thing that you can do in less than 5 minutes that can make a huge difference to the people behind a small business.

Are you in? Of course, you are!

Push Play and lest's go!

:) gia

For Show Notes + More! // http://giaduke.com/episode31

A little love note from me to you on election day...

Big Hugs,
:) gia

For Show Notes //  http://giaduke.com/episode30

In this Spotlight feature, I’m so pumped + excited for you to meet today’s incredible guest, James Victore! 

James Victore is an author, artist, mentor, and designer to brave clients.   

As a creative thought leader James is a sought after speaker known for his timely wisdom and impassioned views about creativity and its place in the world. He teaches how to illuminate your individual gifts in order to find clarity and purpose. His work is represented in the permanent collections of museums worldwide.

In this episode, we'll be talking about things like creativity, sharing your voice, and having a damn opinion! And as always we’ll tie in kindness, giving back, and all around being a good person…

Quick reminder // this is going to be a longer episode as all my spotlight features are. 

So grab your fav beverage of choice, a cup of coffee or maybe a little something stronger cuz, there’s no holding back today! And you might want to get something to take notes on and then buckle up...cuz, as James always says...--- CLASS IS IN SESSION!

Are you ready?! Let's GO!

:) gia

For SHOW NOTES +  Free Resources or  http://giaduke.com/episode29

CALL TO ACT // Don't forget to check out the show notes to find out all the ways you can, Get Your Heart On and share some Super Love James Style.

P.S. Make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE on Apple podcasts or wherever you like to listen. And if you want me to also personally let you know when a new episode comes out all you have to do is sign up right here and I’ve got you!

A short story about trusting ourselves and stepping more into who we are.

Ready, set, go!
:) gia

SHOW NOTES // To see my nametag and that funny Halloween photo I was talking about come on over!

SAY HELLO // SITE //  IG // FB 

Are you up for a challenge today? A super awesome challenge?! - HECK YEAH you are!

Who are your favorite teachers? Or coaches?
What do you remember about them that made a difference to you?
Have you ever told them?

This week’s Get Your Heart On Challenge is - You guessed it, thank a teacher. :)

Join me in spreading some super love by reaching out to one of your favorite teachers and push play to find out who mine are! So fun!

SHOW NOTES // For show notes come on over this way! - http://giaduke.com/episode27

THANK YOU SO MUCH! // 

• For each play and listen and download. 
• For the stars and reviews and for sharing with your friends
• For being a part of my big-hearted community. Join here!

You ready?! Let's go!

:) gia

Welcome to my NEW List series starting with Your Mood-Boosting Fun List! You totally want to make one right?!

Tune in to find out the 13 things I've got going on my list right now and get the wheels turning so you can make yours!

GET IT! // Then make sure to download your very own free printable Mood-Boosting Fun list that I made you, right here! - YAY!

SHOW NOTES // Right this way!

Woo Hoo - Let's go!

:) gia

In this Spotlight episode, I can't wait for you to meet today’s truly inspiring, go-getter guest Asha Dornfest.

Asha Dornfest is a writer, podcaster, and community builder. She's the author, most recently, of PARENT HACKS, 134 Genius Shortcuts for Life with Kids. - - - She's the co-host of the Edit Your Life podcast, and the parent of two almost-adults. She's currently working to spread the word about Democracy Club, a model for political participation that's as fun and easy as a book club. 

Today, In this Spotlight feature, we’re going to be talking about all the tangible, step by step ways we can help play a part in our democracy, no matter how you feel about politics or which candidates you support.--  Plus we’ll be talking self-care, community building, and why it all matters….

Are you ready?!

Let's go!
:) gia

For SHOW NOTES // HIGHLIGHTS // RESOURCES (click here)  or http://giaduke.com/episode25

CALL TO ACT // Don't forget to check out the show notes to find out all the ways you can, Get Your Heart On and share some Super Love Asha Style. 

I'm so excited to get back to you this week! YAY!

This episode is all about catching you up, filling you in and puzzles!

1. Puzzles - What kind of puzzle maker are you? What does that say about your personality? A family tradition.
2. I'll answer the one question I keep getting asked - Why did I push pause on the show?
3. The Real. I'll share a personal story with you about something unexpected that I experienced during quarantine while I was sick.
4. Heartwork. When it's hard and how to keep going. 
5. PLUS find out about our NEW Instagram community! - Come join us!

Please message or DM me and let me know your biggest takeaway from this episode and how I can most help you right now. 

Thank you so much for being here.

I'm so grateful for you...

Big Hugs,
:) gia

For Show Notes + To see Sami in her little red wagon - Come on over!
Direct Link //  http://giaduke.com/episode24

In this Spotlight feature, I’m so excited to introduce you to Angela Scott. Angela is the Bayview YMCA Associate director of workforce development for youth between the ages of 18-24 as well as a career coach.

In this episode, she shares with us the full scoop and all the details about two direct impact events she helped put together during "shelter in place" that made a difference in her community. As well as lots of ideas and tips on how to keep moving forward and to work efficiently even during stressful times.

So good and so needed right?! Push play to join us!

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS // (For show notes + links + contact info click here)

• Getting to know Angela and more about the work that she's currently doing. 
• Online Job Fair Event: The Who, What, When Where and Why
• Juneteenth Celebration, Agave Boxes, and the anti-racism revolution
• What to do when you don't know how to help? 
• Why she chooses to help others. And one heartfelt story of how a teacher made a difference in her life. 
• Her thoughts about self-care and what to do if you're someone who pushes until the Crash and Burn hits. 
• And so much more! 

Enjoy!

And thank you so much, Angela!

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A happy, feel-good true story for you today...enjoy!

Much Love,
:) gia

P.S. Make sure to send me a picture of you smiling + waving and we'll pass them around and spread some happy together! YAY! // IG // FB

For Show Notes // Come on over here!

Welcome back and HELLO if this is your first time listening to 'Get Your Heart On' - The Show! YAY!

Push play to join me for a quick episode recap/round up to let you know what's already recorded and waiting for you while I get things back up and runnin' regularly again! Lots of good stuff to come :)

And please, lmk you're here and say hello! :)
 // SITE //  IG // FB

Big Hugs,
:) gia

For Show Notes : Come on over here. 

In this Spotlight feature, I’m super excited for you to meet today’s inspiring big-hearted guest, Dr. Martha Jo Atkins.

Dr. Martha Jo Atkins helps people around the world learn about dying and how the experience of caring for a dying loved one can be connective, rich, peaceful and, above all, full of Love. -- Yes, please...and how amazing is that?!

Martha Jo not only has one of the most fascinating careers and is creating invaluable work in the world, she also has the most kind, genuine heart. For 30 years, she has worked with people at end-of-life and the ones who love them. She is the author of the book, Signposts Of Dying, and her TEDx talk on this subject has more than a million views.

Today, we’ll be talking about extraordinary experiences at end of life and the language of dying and how to create less fear around death. 

Quick reminder this is going to be a longer episode as all my spotlight features are. Feel free to listen to it all at once or break it into two parts. So kickback somewhere cozy, and we’d be delighted if you’d join us… 

Are you ready?! Let's get started! Enjoy!

Much Love,
:) gia

For SHOW NOTES // HIGHLIGHTS // RESOURCES (click here)  or http://giaduke.com/episode20

CALL TO ACT // Don't forget to check out the show notes to find out all the ways you can, Get Your Heart On and share some Super Love Martha Jo Style.

P.S. Make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE on Apple podcasts or wherever you like to listen. And if you want me to also personally let you know when a new episode comes out all you have to do is sign up right here and I’ve got you!

Joy, it's in the cards. - literally.
Tune in to see what I'm talking about! True story.

SHOW NOTES // To see the original Chia Pet commercial + photo come on over!l - So funny! http://giaduke.com/episode19

RATE + REVIEW // I'd be so grateful if you'd help me to spread the word so we can reach more big-hearted people! YAY! Head on over to iTunes // Apple Podcast to rate and review and then listen for yours on the air! Thank you so much!

Are you feeling unsettled or anxious and kinda all over the place with everything that's happening as we navigate life in Cornonavirus-land? Yeah, me too.

Push play to spend a little time with me as I share a few ideas of what I'm doing to feel better right now with the hopes that they'll help you too!

For all resources + super awesome people mentioned + online communities check out the Show Notes  - http://giaduke.com/episode18

And you can sign up right here to get my weekly // Little Zaps of Love - YAY! 

Biggest Hugs, 
:) gia

During this unsettling time with the coronavirus, I want to not only offer support and connection but also some simple ways to help you find calm in the chaos.

In the second half of this episode, I also share a brief story with you about someone who was considering ending their life.

If you or someone you know is need of help please call and share The National Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-TALK (8255).

You are not alone.
We can get through this together.

Much Love,
gia

For Show Notes + To Connect - http://giaduke.com/episode17