Sometimes, what we're looking for is right in front of us. The right person, an unexpected opportunity, or a chance to change our lives may be closer than we think. Yet, sometimes we miss the good because we're looking for something else. And sometimes, we see the red flags clearly but choose to ignore them.

In this episode of Teach People How to Treat You, Nadine and Donna explore why we overlook opportunities, fail to recognize the people who are good for us, and make excuses for the behaviours that tell us everything we need to know. Are we seeing people and situations for what they really are, or are we seeing what we want them to be?

Learning to recognize what's right in front of us means trusting our intuition, paying attention to actions rather than words, and being open to people and opportunities that may be so obvious that we end up dismissing them.

How much of our stress, conflict, and unhappiness comes from our need to be right, be recognized, be validated—or simply have things go our way? In this episode, Donna Cappuccitti and Nadine Dozois explore what happens when we learn to leave our ego at the door.

We talk about the difference between having healthy self-respect and being driven by ego, and how letting go of the need to win every argument or prove our point can create more peace in our relationships and in our own minds.

We also explore how ego can quietly influence the way we react to criticism, rejection, conflict, and even forgiveness—and why sometimes choosing peace is far more powerful than choosing to be right.

A conversation about self-awareness, letting go, and making room for a healthier, calmer way of moving through life.

Hate is an expensive emotion—and most of the time, we’re the ones paying the price.

In this episode, Nadine and Donna talk about what happens when we hold onto anger, resentment and hatred toward people who have hurt, disappointed or betrayed us. The truth is, they may not even know—or care—that we’re carrying all of that emotional weight.

So why give someone that much power over your peace?

Instead of spending our energy replaying what happened, holding grudges or wishing someone would get what they deserve, what if we decided that our energy was simply too valuable?

This isn’t about pretending you weren’t hurt or excusing someone’s behaviour. It’s about choosing not to let another person occupy valuable real estate in your mind.

Because life is too short, peace feels too good—and honestly, hate is just too expensive. I’d rather not.

We all make snap judgments—often without realizing it. In this episode of Teach People How To Treat You, we explore how our assumptions about others can affect our relationships, our communication, and even our own peace of mind.

Everyone has a story we can't see. That impatient person in line, the friend who seems distant, the coworker who appears unfriendly—they may be carrying burdens we know nothing about. When we choose curiosity over criticism and compassion over judgment, we create stronger connections and a kinder world.

Join us as we discuss why it's so easy to judge, how those judgments can hold us back, and practical ways to approach others with greater understanding and grace. You may discover that letting go of judgment doesn't just change how you treat others—it transforms how you experience life.

Thank you for listening,

Nadine and Donna xo

The people you surround yourself with have a profound impact on how you see yourself, the choices you make, and the life you create. In this episode of Teach People How to Treat You, we explore why choosing your inner circle is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make.

We'll talk about the qualities to look for in healthy relationships, the warning signs that someone may be draining your energy, and why it's okay to outgrow friendships or relationships that no longer support your well-being. You'll learn how your standards, boundaries, and self-worth influence the people you allow into your life—and how the right people will respect them.

Whether you're building new relationships, reassessing old ones, or simply wanting to create a more positive and supportive circle, this episode will encourage you to choose people who celebrate your growth, respect your boundaries, and bring out the best in you.

Because when you pick your people wisely, you're also choosing the life you want to live.

In this episode, co-hosts Nadine and Donna talk about how liberating it is now that they are both in their sixties. Yes, that's right, sixties!

They focus on the positives of aging and that they are very much aware of how fast life is going by. But don't wait until you are 60. Grab your power now and live every moment the way you choose to.

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Donna and Nadine have their own session of "girlfriend therapy" where they talk about how healing it is to hang out and talk with your girls. Our girlfriends are our best therapists.

Join Nadine as she shares her transforming experience of a wellness weekend that she attended this past summer.

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Nadine Dozois and Donna Cappuccitti share invaluable tips on how to foster relationships in the corporate world, These skills are also incredibly helpful for job interviews and for making that sale!