Nursing and the Arts Podcast – Ep11: Keith Carlson – AKA “Nurse Keith”: The Multifaceted Nurse Coach, Podcaster, Speaker, Writer and More!

Guest: Keith Carlson, BSN, RN, NC-BC-AKA “Nurse Keith”: The Multifaceted Nurse Coach, Podcaster, Speaker, Writer and More!

Host: Author, Actor, Photographer, Poet Susan J. Farese, MSN, RN, SJF Communications

Nursing and the Arts Podcast

Nursing and the Arts Ep11: Keith Carlson, BSN. RN, NC-BC

Audio link above is provided to listen to Ep11: Keith Carlson, BSN, RN, NC-BC-AKA “Nurse Keith”: The Multifaceted Nurse Coach, Podcaster, Speaker, Writer and More – And Nursing and the Arts Podcast Host Susan J. Farese, MSN, RN.

Nursing and the Arts is a podcast devoted to Nurses discussing their diverse artistic passions (or endeavors) such as visual arts/photography, journaling, comedy, podcasting, storytelling, writing/poetry, crafting, cooking, dance, theatre, music, film etc.

Join us on today’s 11th episode of the Nursing and the Arts Podcast for an informative and entertaining discussion with our guest Ep11: Keith Carlson – AKA “Nurse Keith”: The Multifaceted Nurse Coach, Podcaster, Speaker, Writer and More- And Susan J. Farese, MSN, RN, Host of the Nursing and the Arts Podcast

Watch the Nursing and the Arts Podcast (above)!

Ep11: Keith Carlson – AKA “Nurse Keith”: The Multifaceted Nurse Coach, Podcaster, Speaker, Writer and More- and Host Susan J. Farese, MSN, RN (right)

Show Notes

Nurse Keith recently returned to his home in New Mexico from his three-week adventurous honeymoon – spending time in three countries – Cypress, Greece and Turkey. Keith and I had an equally adventurous conversation!

Side note: As I mentioned in the heading that Keith is a nurse coach, podcaster, writer, consultant, and keynote speaker, I asked Keith “What don’t you do?” He explained that after visiting a few boutique hotels on his honeymoon, he’d actually entertain owning/running a sweet little boutique hotel! (Can’t wait to see what develops with this, Nurse Keith)!

Originally Keith attended art school in Philadelphia and ultimately made a change to nursing, obtaining his Associates degree first and then his BSN in 1996 from University of Massachusetts Amherst. He’s also a board certified Nurse Coach.

Keith and I discussed the art of nursing- Keith acknowledged how nursing is definitely science based, and also believes there’s an artful side of nursing on various levels – such as, the relational and connectivity of Nursing is artful – The way of being a nurse can be artful -depending on where you are, the work one does, type of clients, etc. I totally agree!

Keith was a pioneer nurse blogger since 2005 with his blog Digital Doorway -although he’s been blogging less frequently. In addition to his coaching, writing, speaking etc., he has thoroughly transitioned to hosting the podcast, and guesting on podcasts (such as Nursing and the Arts Podcast).

He’s hosted almost 500 podcast episodes! I’ve been on one of them: https://nursekeith.com/poetic-expressions-in-nursing-the-nurse-keith-show-eps-337/ (Thanks, Nurse Keith)!

Keith self-published a few books and writes for organizations

Keith inherited his father’s love for nature and values it as well. He appreciates the New Mexico sky, mountains, desert, and living in a remote area with his wife.

Keith’s idea for fun -spending time outside, walking the dog (and at the same time admiring the rolling hills, and quartz crystal). Keith also enjoys traveling in the surrounding area, having conversations with his wife. He’d like more time traveling.

As many of us have, Keith also has experienced burnout – in approximately 2007- after about 10 years of nursing. He explained how writing and blogging was very helpful and he used the burnout as a vehicle, for communicating -writing about it. He used his burnout experience in motivational talks, on his podcast, in keynotes and workshops – he tried to use it as vehicle to communicate what he did to transform it! (Yes indeed Keith)!

Amazing fact-that Keith hasn’t worked in hospitals, but has definitely worked steadily throughout his career. Some places included: federally qualified health/community centers in economically challenged areas in Massachusetts, home health, hospice, public health and as Chief Nurse Officer for Home Health. Keith presently is working part time in a Travel Medical Clinic (administering immunizations for people traveling).

Keith’s speaking topics include personal/professional transformation and growth, change, personal development, leadership, communication, relationships, etc.

As a podcaster, Keith thinks the best art is the relational part. After doing about 75 or so solo episodes he transitioned into interview style (at least 400 so far). Wrangling and interviewing guests comes easy. However, the mechanics of publishing a podcast can be challenging. (I’ll say)!

Other ways to be creative is having a creative mind, expanding the definition of what creative means, i.e. gardening, parenting, creating a beautiful home, relationships, or how one cares about their patients.

Many thanks, Nurse Keith, what an enjoyable chat with you!

Nurse Keith’s Bio:

Nurse Keith’s Bio: Nurse Keith is a holistic career coach for nurses, award-winning nurse blogger, writer, podcaster, keynote and motivational speaker, and popular career columnist. With two decades of nursing experience, Keith deeply understands the issues faced by 21st-century nurses. From 2012 until its sunset in 2017, Keith co-hosted RNFMRadio, a groundbreaking nursing podcast. Keith’s message of savvy career management and professional satisfaction reaches tens of thousands of nurses worldwide. Keith can be found on LinkedIn, and Instagram—as well as at NurseKeith.com.

Keith’s wife, Shada McKenzie, is a talented and insightful traditional astrologer, reader of the tarot, and scholar of the esoteric sciences who has access to powerful tools that can help you gracefully and thoughtfully navigate life transitions, career choices, and relationships. She also teaches tarot and astrology to individuals and groups in Santa Fe, New Mexico and via Zoom. Shada offers a 10% discount to all Nurse Keith’s followers, clients, and listeners on their first reading or consultation. Please visit Shada’s beautiful website, The Circle and the Dot for more information on how to work with her.

Keith’s LINKS:

Nurse Keith Website: https://nursekeith.com/

Nurse Keith Bio: https://nursekeith.com/about-nurse-keith/

The Nurse Keith Show Podcast: https://nursekeith.com/the-nurse-keith-show-2/

Nurse Keith Coaching: https://nursekeith.com/coaching-2/

Nurse Keith’s Digital Doorway Blog: https://digitaldoorway.blogspot.com/

About Susan J. Farese, SJF Communications

Susan J. Farese, MSN, RN, a native of New Jersey, is the owner/ president of SJF Communications, San Diego, CA.

SJF Communications, originally established in 2002 in San Jose, CA, provides communications services including Public Relations, Publicity, Marketing, Websites, Filmmaking, Acting, Social Media, Writing and Public Speaking, Photography, Mentoring, Coaching and Legal Nurse Consulting services.

Ms. Farese has diversified experience in health care/communications, including clinical nursing practice, management, education/training, research and consulting.

She has a Masters Degree in Nursing in Adult Health from Seton Hall University (NJ) and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from Widener University (PA).

Susan has presented numerous continuing education classes, seminars, and keynotes. Susan is the author of the book Poetic Expressions in Nursing…Sharing the Caring (1993 and 2021), currently teaches ‘Capturing Your Creativity with Haiku‘ workshops and has published poetry and articles on a variety of topics..

She created and is the Host of the “Nursing and the Arts Podcast” and creator/admin of the Nursing and the Arts Facebook Group.

In addition to her being on the advisory board of San Diego Film Week, Susan is a member of SAG-AFTRA, American Legion Post 43, Veterans in Media & Entertainment, San Diego Writers Ink , and the Southern California Writers Association.

Since 2017, Susan has been a Volunteer Mentor in the San Diego State University Aztec Mentor Program.

List of clients at https://sjfcommunications.com/list-of-clients/

Contact SJF Communications at:

info@sjfcommunications.com.

Linktree link: https://linktr.ee/Sjfcommo

Thank you for joining us to listen to and/or watch the Nursing and the Arts Podcast! Please feel free to like, comment on, share our episode(s), etc.

Also nurses can join our Facebook Group “Nursing and the Arts“

If you are a nurse (or know of a nurse) who would like to be considered for a “Nursing and the Arts” Podcast interview, please reach out to Susan by email: info@sjfcommunications.com.

Featured susanfarese

Actor, Author, Coach & Speaker Debra Wanger Announces “The Resilient Actor” Audiobook & Workbook/Planner

Debra Wanger – The Resilient Actor – Photo Credit – Ken Jacques

(SAN DIEGO, September 23, 2019) – Actor, Author, Coach and Public Speaker, Debra Wanger is an often-sought-after professional actor, well known in the San Diego region. She published her debut book The Resilient Actor: How to Kick Ass In the Business Without It Kicking Your Ass in 2017 and is thrilled to announce the upcoming The Resilient Actor Audiobook and The Resilient Actor Workbook & Planner: How to Kick Ass in the Business Without It Kicking Your Ass.

“I’ve worked with Hollywood stars and actors currently working on Broadway. I have been able to utilize the secrets of their behind-the-scenes success along with my skills as a wellness coach and my own personal experience. I’ve worked mostly in live regional theatre, but also some television, film, and radio. When I left my BFA program and started working professionally, I had to learn the hard way all the life and balance skills they didn’t teach at the conservatory. There was a lot of focus on being a triple threat, on performance skills, but nothing about how to survive the challenging life of being an actor. I fought depression, loneliness, weight gain, difficulty navigating periods of unemployment, all of it. Like most actors, I had to learn how to get the rest & recovery I needed, how to master my mindset to work with me – not against me, and how to take care of myself like a performing athlete. I had to learn all these life skills beyond my BFA.” – Debra Wanger

ABOUT THE RESILIENT ACTOR:

From The Resilient Actor: How to Kick Ass In the Business Without It Kicking Your Ass

Acting can be a crazy profession, full of uncertainty, insecurity, and unpredictability. While there are many books about technique, little has been written about how to pursue the dream without compromising your health and sanity. Pulling from her decades of experience as an actor, talent manager, and lifestyle coach, Debra Wanger filled this void in 2016 with a must-read survival guide for the acting professional.

Debra offers a positive, practical, playful, holistic approach to the art and business of acting that marries mind, body, spirit, and craft. In this essential handbook, which serves as a personal coach in a book, she covers all the bases–from exercise and nutrition to time management and setting goals to staying motivated from audition through performance. Her valuable, tried-and-true insights, gained from client successes, will enable the performing artist to balance and bolster a challenging creative career with a healthy, productive personal life.

At last there’s a clear path through the madness. The Resilient Actor will lead you to the top of your game, increase your professional staying power, and help you achieve equilibrium in all aspects of your life.

ABOUT THE RESILIENT ACTOR’S WORKBOOK AND PLANNER:

Discover some of the secrets from Broadway & Hollywood to supercharge your career and balance your life. Debra Wanger knows how difficult it can be to pursue your dream of acting without compromising your health or your sanity. She drew wisdom from decades of working as an actor, talent manager, and wellness coach to write The Resilient Actor and give emerging and experienced actors a holistic approach to their profession that marries mind, body, spirit, and craft. Sustaining a healthy and satisfying career requires more than just talent- go beyond the skills you learned in your BFA program.

The Resilient Actor’s Workbook and Planner is filled with quick & easy exercises designed to help you plot the direction for your career from the start and avoid the pitfalls that many actors face. You’ll walk through the steps to figure out what kind of actor you want to be and the lifestyle you want to have. You’ll set goals and develop habits for your career and use the specially-designed included actors’ planner to create a step-by-step action and accountability plan for achieving them. The Resilient Actor’s Workbook and Planner will unlock longevity in your career by showing you how to find happiness and health in an industry that challenges both.

Debra Wanger – Photo Credit – Ken Jacques

BIO – DEBRA WANGER

Debra studied acting at the nationally acclaimed Piven Theatre Workshop with such talents as John Cusack, Joan Cusack, and Jeremy Piven. Her vocal training began at the Northwestern University vocal department while still attending high school. She declined an opera scholarship to Oberlin Conservatory in order to study musical theatre at University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM.) She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Tufts University and received a Master of Fine Arts in musical theatre from San Diego State University, where she graduated Phi Kappa Phi as a Marion Ross Scholar.

Debra is currently in rehearsals as “Liz”- the younger version of Queen Elizabeth in Handbagged at Moxie Theatre which runs October 19^th through November 17^th. She has performed in regional theatres and cabaret clubs across the country, most frequently in Los Angeles, San Diego, Boston, and South Florida. In Professionally Speaking at the Off-Broadway, The Miami Herald hailed her “a comic spark plug.” Her role in Triumph of Love won a KPBS-TV Patté award. Her one-woman show My Nights With George, Kurt & Cole, (co-written and directed by comic genius, Phil Johnson) was featured at various venues throughout Southern California and won Best New Play and Best Actress at the 2003 San Diego Actors Festival, and the San Diego Playbill Billie Award for Best Actress in a musical.

She was just featured as The Angel in Cygnet Theatre’s critically acclaimed production of Angels in America, as well as A Little Night Music, On the 20th Century, Spring Awakening, My Fair Lady, Evita, Sweeney Todd and Dogfight on the Cygnet stage. At San Diego Musical Theatre has been featured in Hairspray, Billy Elliot, Footloose, Sound of Music, La Cage Aux Folles, and White Christmas. Other San Diego theatre highlights include: God of Vengeance at La Jolla Playhouse, Hamlet (Gertrude) at Intrepid; Titanic & Sunset Blvd. at Moonlight; Permanent Collection at Mo’olelo; Full Monty (Vicki) at New Village Arts; Sleeping Beauty at North Coast Rep; Anything Goes! (Reno), Oliver! (Nancy) at Lyric Opera San Diego; Carousel and Sound of Music at Lawrence Welk. Her CD, Driving My Own Heart is also available on Amazon and iTunes.

BOOK REVIEWS:

“This book is fantastic. I’m a professional actor and also teach acting, and will recommend it to all my students. It’s a topic not discussed enough! Resilience is one of the most important qualities for any working actor–if not THE most important quality. Highly recommended!”

-Amy Griffin

“The Resilient Actor by Debra Wanger is a valuable and refreshing resource for anyone in the acting profession who wants to elevate their career while attaining balance in their life. Wanger delivers a motivating, witty, and practical workbook that is bound to bring about positive and healthy change on the road to success.”

-C.K.

“I found The Resilient Actor to be very helpful to me as a musician even though the book was written for actors. It was a great reminder of how to be proactive instead of waiting for the phone to ring and how to keep active always working on your craft. It was a good reminder that even successful creative people never let up on getting their name and face out there and true artists know that their profession is always a work in progress. The book really gave me good solid tips on how to stay healthy mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually; especially when you are in between work projects. I would highly recommend this book to anyone in the business or that is thinking about getting in the business to get a reality check for the persistence needed as well as the care and feeding of the artist in you. Loved it and will continue to use it as a reference!”

-Marc Breithaupt

BOOK INFORMATION:

The Resilient Actor: How to Kick Ass In the Business (Without It Kicking Your Ass)

ISBN paperback: 978-1-61961-830-5 ISBN eBook: 978-1-61961-831-2

Audiobook: The Resilient Actor: How to Kick Ass In the Business (Without It Kicking Your Ass)

https://www.audible.com/pd/B07ZTPBWMH?qid=1572559504&sr=1-1&pf_rd_p=e81b7c27-6880-467a-b5a7-13cef5d729fe&pf_rd_r=VZ7R3H

ISBN: pending.

Upcoming: The Resilient Actor’s Workbook: How to Kick Ass In the Business (Without It Kicking Your Ass) ISBN: pending.

Debra is available to speak to groups about The Resilient Actor.

Debra Wanger’s Website: http://debrawanger.com/

Q & A with Debra Wanger and SJF Communications

Like, Follow and Interact with Debra on Social Media:

Facebook: @resilientactor https://www.facebook.com/resilientactor/

Twitter: @debrawanger https://twitter.com/debrawanger

Instagram: @debradiva https://www.instagram.com/debradiva/

For more information or to book Debra for interviews, speaking engagements or coaching Contact:

Susan J. Farese, SJF Communications 408-398-5940 sjfcommunications@gmail.com

###

Featured susanfarese

Q & A with Debra Wanger ~ The Resilient Actor & Susan J. Farese, SJF Communications

We are thrilled to introduce our new SJF Communications client – San Diego Actor, Author and Coach – Debra Wanger. Debra’s book The Resilient Actor: How to Kick Ass in the Business (Without it Kicking Your Ass) brings the behind the scenes secrets of Hollywood & Broadway to supercharge one’s career and balance one’s life. An upcoming Audiobook as well as Workbook/Planner will be available soon.

SJF: In a nutshell…tell us about your life as an actor/performer – highs, lows, ‘aha’ moments- stressors…etc.

DW: I’ve worked mostly in live regional theatre, but also some television, film, and radio. When I left my BFA program and started working professionally, I had to learn the hard way all the life and balance skills they didn’t teach at the conservatory. There was a lot of focus on being a triple threat, on performance skills, but nothing about how to survive the challenging life of being an actor. I fought depression, loneliness, weight gain, difficulty navigating periods of unemployment, all of it. Like most actors, I had to learn how to get the rest & recovery I needed, how to master my mindset to work with me – not against me, and how to take care of myself like a performing athlete. I had to learn all these life skills beyond my BFA.

SJF: What experiences and/or people (parents, role models, etc.) in your life influenced you the most and why?

DW: My brother used to attend an acting school in Chicago with some young actors – John Cusack, Joan Cusack and Jeremy Piven among them. They were all clearly phenomenally talented back then. I tagged along and was impressed. I caught the bug then & there. My brother gave it up, but I didn’t.

I also had a boss at Creative Artists Agency (CAA) who was somehow able to be an agent, a wife, a mother and a happy human all at the same time. She was able to cut through all the B.S. and find a balance that worked for her. She was an inspiration for me.

SJF: Describe your book The Resilient Actor

DW: Many of my private coaching clients are actors who stumble upon the same road blocks, and that is how The Resilient Actor was born. The Resilient Actor combines my experience as an actor, coach, and Hollywood talent manager. It is part cautionary tale, letting readers know my story and all the ways I did it wrong. It is the actors’ handbook I wish someone had handed me when I left my BFA program. It is the course that was missing from my acting school curriculum.

SJF: Describe your work as a health and wellness coach

DW: As a coach, I help my clients discover what their goals are: whether it be to lose 20 pounds, gain energy, make more money, improve relationships, whatever it is they want or need. Then I help them come up with an action plan to achieve those goals, identify and remove any obstacles they have to this action plan and help them with accountability. Every client is different, so I customize it to their needs. Many of my clients are actors who stumble upon the same roadblocks, and that is how The Resilient Actor was born. The Resilient Actor combines my experience as an actor, coach, and Hollywood talent manager.

SJF: Your time working at CAA and with the Talent Manager? Stresses? Patterns seen? High points?

DW: Creative Artists Agency in the 90’s was so exciting and crazy. I was there when super-agent Michael Ovitz still ran the place and all of Hollywood. It was like working in an emergency room, everything was high stakes and urgent and high stress, and then Tom Hanks would walk by. It was incredibly stressful, but such a fertile learning ground for how the business of the business worked. It probably took a few years off my life, but the experience was invaluable for learning how film and television work. Managing was some babysitting, some creativity and lot of phone calls, horrible scripts and hours in my car traversing LA for lunch meetings. Taking clients to Sundance or the Golden Globes was as cool as it sounds, but the grind really got to me. Ultimately, I enjoy being on the creative end more than the business side of things.

SJF: Tell us about your past year or so of musicals/shows- Describe your roles and accolades! Angels in America, etc.

DW: This year has been a breakout year for me in San Diego theatre. I was the female authority figure in Hairspray at San Diego Musical Theatre, a collection of John Waters dark-humor characters in a cracker jack cast of a huge musical comedy. I played The Angel (& several other roles) in the acclaimed production of Angels in America at Cygnet Theatre (all 7 hours of it.) It was the most challenging, most exhilarating show I have ever done. Every single element of that show came together, every single person from the director, cast, designers all brought their A game. Next, I play the Queen of England in the West Coast Premiere of the British comedy hit Handbagged at Moxie Theatre. It’s funny – I followed my own advice and had one of the best years of my career.

SJF: Tell us about the cast of Handbagged and when is the theatrical run at Moxie?

DW: The Handbagged cast is a ‘who’s who’ of San Diego theatre: Sandy Campbell, Linda Libby, Lisel Gorell-Getz and myself, with Durwood Murray and Max Macke directed by Kim Strassburger. Many of us are often up for the same roles and don’t get to all work together. It will be a diva-fest in the best way possible. So much talent. We play Margaret Thatcher and Queen Elizabeth running October 19-November 17. I can’t wait.

SJF: What do you dream about?

DW: I dream about making a difference. I dream about balance. I dream about sunny weather, hugs from my children and using my all the wisdom I have acquired to help others. And chocolate.

SJF: What are your top 3 values in life?

DW: Authenticity, love and playfulness.

SJF: What are you most proud of?

DW: I am really proud of The Resilient Actor, and upcoming The Resilient Actor Audio Book and The Resilient Actor’s Workbook and Planner, my creative babies, but I’d have to say I am really proud of my 3 kids, my human babies. They are phenomenal, loving, decent human beings.

SJF: Describe your feelings about balancing motherhood and work

DW: Balancing motherhood & work is a challenge. Acting tends to be feast or famine. I don’t take every show I am offered. I have to weigh it against tucking my kids in for those 3 months. I am pickier about what projects I do. That is one of the reasons I love writing, coaching, and public speaking – it allows me to work with actors and be creative without negatively affecting my kids. They know I love being onstage and want me happy, I just attempt to balance it as best I can.

SJF: Female issues with males (harassment) in entertainment?

DW: Ugh. This is a real thing. It is time that people shed light on bad behavior in the arts and in business. There have been some individuals abusing and taking advantage for years, many of whom were common knowledge and no one did anything. I applaud the brave souls who are willing to speak up for themselves. Of course, I hope that individuals who are breaking the law are brought to justice and that attitudes change. The whole system needs to change and awareness is the first step.

SJF: Any fears? Doubts? ever?

DW: Of Course! I’m human. Like all actors – I doubt myself. I have several exercises in the book to help with negativity and doubt so they don’t get the best of you. I get insecure and doubtful like anyone, but I have learned how to tame that beast most of the time.

SJF: Many thanks, Debra!

Debra Wanger’s Website: http://debrawanger.com/

Like, Follow and Interact with Debra on Social Media:

Facebook: @resilientactor https://www.facebook.com/resilientactor/

Twitter: @debrawanger https://twitter.com/debrawanger

Instagram: @debradiva https://www.instagram.com/debradiva/

For more information or to book Debra for interviews, speaking engagements or coaching contact

Publicist: Susan J. Farese, SJF Communications 408-398-5940 sjfcommunications@gmail.com

Thanks for stopping by!

Feel free to subscribe, like, comment & share!

Like this post?

Contact SJF Communications for your PR/Marketing/Writing

Social Media/Photography, or Coaching Needs!

SJF Communications – ‘Creative Ideas | Dynamic Results’!

Featured susanfarese

Psychotherapist Vincentia Schroeter, Ph.D., Author/Consultant Announces Speaking Topics & Upcoming Book Events

Courtesy Photo – Vincentia Schroeter, Ph.D.

Vincentia Schroeter, Ph.D. (Dr. Vin) author of Communication Breakthrough: How Using Brain Science and Listening to Body Cues Can Transform Your Relationships (Wolfheart Press) announces several upcoming book signing and speaking events through September 2019. Dr. Schroeter is a 2018 Notable Book Award Winner from the 53^rd Annual Local Author Showcase and is available for contracted speaking engagements and media interviews/appearances.

Communication Breakthrough: How Using Brain Science and Listening to Body Cues Can Transform Your Relationships is a self-help book designed to boost one’s ability to be seen and heard. The book is packed with innovative tools for better listening and handy skills for more effective expression. ($19.99, 199 pages, 5 ½ x 8 1/2, paperback, ISBN: 978-0996324953). Communication Breakthrough is available online at Amazon, Kindle and Barnes and Noble or through bookstores.

Dr. Schroeter is known for her ability to present complex ideas in a clear and entertaining way. Communication Breakthrough shows how the brain reacts under stress and provides powerful body techniques to easily shift moods for successful communication.

Here is a short video of Dr. Vin in action

‘Enlightening & Entertaining’

To book Dr. Vin Schroeter for media interviews

or speaking engagements please contact her publicist:

Susan J. Farese, SJF Communications 408-398-5940

Email: sjfcommunications@gmail.com

Web: https://sjfcommunications.com

Visit Dr. Vin Schroeter at her website:

https://www.vincentiaschroeterphd.com/ and Blog

Follow Dr. Vin on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram

Topics for Speaking Engagements

Vincentia Schroeter, Ph.D.

Twelve listening blocks and how to overcome them
Become more assertive: how to speak up, be heard and get what you want
How to calm down from anger in the middle of an argument
Understanding our hard-wired brain to make communication better
Your voice and a pillow: the cure for stuffing your emotions
The magic power of crafting a whole messages to get your point across
Handling conflict without losing control
Breathing and Grounding tools to regulate emotions under stress
Handling coworkers who rattle your cage
How to talk when you are very stressed out
How to stay open when dealing with angry people
Coming back from hurt and telling your truth
Managing people who are in pain or are a pain
Give and Take: The Art of Good Communication

QUOTE from Dr. Schroeter: “I welcome speaking opportunities to share tools for success in communicating effectively. I am skilled at adapting my material to meet the needs of a variety of audiences, and enjoy presenting in corporate, medical, academic or community settings.

I had a forty-two-year career as a clinical psychotherapist, focusing on body-mind psychology. I have noticed a common theme in my professional as well as personal life, which is how people suffer when they do not know how to communicate well. My current passion is to help people communicate better. My recent studies in neuroscience (mind) along with my long-term work in somatic psychotherapy (body) allow me to provide original and effective communication tools.”

Vincentia Schroeter, Ph.D. (Dr. Vin)

Upcoming Book Signings/Appearances (subject to change):

Solana Beach Library

Saturday, 06/01/2019 from 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Alpine Library

Saturday, 06/08/2019 from 12- 1pm

Lakeside Library

Monday, 07/08/2019 from 1 pm – 2 pm

Cardiff Library

Saturday, 07/13/2019 from 1 pm – 2 pm

Barnes & Noble Mira Mesa

Saturday, 07/27/2019 from 1 pm – 3 pm (PANEL)