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Expert Interview: The Importance of Healthy Friendships with Debbie Wedemeir

Aug 15, 2023 · 21m 1s
Expert Interview: The Importance of Healthy Friendships with Debbie Wedemeir
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"A friend will tell you she saw your old boyfriend-and he’s a priest." -Erma Bombeck Episode Description:This week Nancy is joined by Certified Health Coach, Debbie Wedemeir, to discuss the...

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"A friend will tell you she saw your old boyfriend-and he’s a priest." -Erma Bombeck Episode Description:This week Nancy is joined by Certified Health Coach, Debbie Wedemeir, to discuss the significance of healthy friendships and the impact they can have on our lives. They share personal stories of losing friends and the challenges they faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Emphasizing the importance of nurturing friendships and maintaining communication. They also highlight the need for intergenerational friendships and the value of learning from different age groups. Nancy and Debbie encourage listeners to reach out to others, engage in social activities, and find joy in connecting with people. About Debbie Wedemeier:Debbie Wedemeier is an educator with 30+ years of experience in teaching Business Education at the high school, college, and adult education levels. Upon her retirement from “a school district, not life,” Debbie began subbing at the pre-school level, and at that point, she had taught all ages, from babies to boomers, and discovered that “we’re all the same, we just throw our tantrums in a different manner”! Debbie earned a Master’s degree in Secondary Education with an emphasis in Business Education. Her belief in lifelong learning led her to grow personally and professionally with hours of additional courses, workshops, and certified training. In 2016, Debbie began her Certified Health Coach Training through the Dr. Sears Wellness Institute, and she is currently studying for her Master Health Coach Certification in 2023 and Board Certification in 2024. Debbie’s desire to continue to Educate and Empower to Make a Difference led her to found Decide and Act Wellness, LLC in 2017. Debbie believes fully in the science of whole food support for our bodies and has shared Juice Plus+ for 26+ years. Debbie has 14+ years as an Executive Assistant to Corporate Leadership in Public Relations, Human Resources, and Manufacturing. Debbie has served in numerous leadership roles for organizations, serves as an advocate for nursing home residents, and is available to speak about or teach her Decision and Action-Based Health and Wellness Coaching Programs. In This Episode:
  • Healthy friendships and their effect on our emotional well-being.
  • The challenges of losing a friend.
  • The importance of getting out and enjoying life. There is so much to do.
  • The effort and communication required for nurturing valuable friendships.
  • The impact of COVID on relationships and communication.
  • How  interacting with people of different age groups can be enriching and educational.
  • Making an impact with small acts of kindness.
  • How embracing positive interactions with strangers can lead to unexpected friendships.
  • Trying new things.
 Get in Touch with Debbie Wedemeir: Get in Touch with Nancy O:  Audio and show notes by Premier Podcast Promotions
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