Beyond The Shuffle

Erika discusses the importance of becoming aware of the narratives that run our lives. A deep dive into the inner critic and the wounds it operates from and how we can break free by cultivating a strong relationship with ourselves.This is part 1 of a 3 part series on overcoming the inner critic and limiting beliefs.In the next episode we will discuss a journaling exercise to tackle your doubts/inner judgements.More concepts discussed:-Operating off old belief systems and ways of being-Being aware of the stories we hold onto about ourselves-Becoming our own best friends firstIf you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, share it with a friend and leave us a review!Follow Erika:www.instagram.com/erikagutierrrezFollow Beyond The Shuffle:www.instagram.com/beyondtheshuffle

Kathryn Eaddy joins us again on Beyond The Shuffle to discuss the Black Lives Matter movement, taking action through our current events, doing the inner work and how we can progress change in the world. We recorded this episode on Juneteeneth! The day slavery was officially abolished in America. Happened two years after the emancipation proclamation.Some topics we discuss:-Anti Racism-Doing the inner work-Checking our white privilege -Coming together to make a changeAction takeaways:Educate yourself and voteWatch the documentary 13th on NetflixCode Switch Podcast“Change isn't going to come instantly right now, it's for life.”Follow Kathryn:www.instagram.com/kathryneaddyFollow Erika:https://www.instagram.com/erikagutierrrez/

We are joined by my beautiful friend and movement enthusiast Maria Moves. Maria shares her perspective on living each day with gratitude, presence and movement even through the darkest times. We share some of the most important life lessons learned during hard times that are also helping us during these challenging times today. She shares the importance of incorporating a movement practice into your every day and how to start.We discuss:-The power of movement and how to start moving-Spirituality and perspectives-How to be more mindful and present-Having a beginners mindset-Learning lessons through the darkest of timesIf you enjoy the episode, share it with a friend, tag us on your IG stories and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review!Follow Erika:www.instagram.com/erikagutierrrezFollow Beyond The Shuffle:www.instagram.com/beyondtheshuffleFollow Maria:www.instagram.com/maria.moves

Shuffler and talented creator, Kathryn Eaddy, opens up about her journey and the importance of learning from our struggles. She was featured on the Dr.Oz show bringing awareness to Excoriation disorder and truly believes in the impact we can make by opening up and sharing our story.In this episode we discuss:-Comparison on social media-Embracing the bad days and feeling our emotions-The importance of starting exactly where you are-Dealing with judgementIf you enjoy the episode, share it with a friend, tag us on your IG stories and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review!Follow Beyond The Shuffle:www.instagram.com/beyondtheshuffleFollow Kathryn:www.instagram.com/kathryneaddy Follow Erika:www.instagram.com/erikagutierrrez

Lala studied sports and exercise science at UCF. But when she found shuffling, she knew that was her calling and moved to LA to pursue her vision. She has collaborated with some of her favorite artists such as Kaskade and shares her shuffle journey on her Instagram (@laurencorazza) and TikTok. Lala is a Bang Energy Shuffler and shuffle instructor of her classes-- Care Less and Dance More.In this episode, we discuss:- The importance of embracing independence and believing in yourself- Cultivating self love and being confident- Why we need to get out of our heads in order to take actionIf you enjoy the episode, share it with a friend, tag us on your IG stories and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review!Follow Beyond The Shuffle:www.instagram.com/beyondtheshuffleFollow Lala:www.instagram.com/laurencorazzaFollow Erika:www.instagram.com/erikagutierrrez

Staying at home can be difficult... especially when we don't know how long its going to last. But we can shift our mentality to recognize that staying at home is a privilege and we cannot fight the situation but rather surrender to it. In this episode, we discuss how we can make the most out of our everyday life at home and create routines that will allow us to be productive.Lets make the decision to use the time we have and continue living each day taking action that will allow us to grow.In this episode Erika discusses:-The importance of scheduling out our day-Setting boundaries-Being aware of how we are using our time-Staying activeSending love to all those that are in the front line saving humanity as well as those that are struggling.Follow Erika on IG:www.instagram.com/erikagutierrrez

The entire world is going through a difficult time right now. Anxiety, grief, despair and a vast of negative emotions are so prevalent. And in fact, quite necessary to allow ourselves to process our current reality. But as we sit at home and await the curve to flatten, we can only control our own individual responses and intentionally choose to make the best out of where we are.Fear cannot exist in the present moment. We must embrace uncertainty and surrender to change rather than reject it.In this episode Erika discusses:-Journaling-Breath Exercises -Movement (Shuffling and yoga)Sending love to all those that are in the front line saving humanity as well as those that are struggling. Follow Erika on IG:www.instagram.com/erikagutierrrez

Movement enthusiast, yogi and shuffle dancer Chelsee Ramos joins us to discuss expression, and building a powerful community through sharing your authentic journey.We discuss:-The power of movement and expression-Building a community by attracting what you put out-Overcoming the ego that holds us back-How to overall be authentic and true to yourselfChelsee is the founder of the elev8ted movement challenge bringing people together to connect and inspire expression. She shares her authentic journey on her movement diary (@chels_moves on IG) and encourages others to express themselves through shuffle dancing.If you enjoy the episode, share it with a friend, tag us on your IG stories and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review!Follow Beyond The Shuffle:www.instagram.com/beyondtheshuffle Follow Chelsee:www.instagram.com/chels_moves Follow Erika:www.instagram.com/erikagutierrrez

Shuffle queen, fitness youtuber and former engineer Emylee Ratzlaff joins us to discuss the journey of giving up the idea of being who people want you to be and taking action to follow your passion.We discuss:- How you can overcome insecurity and build your self esteem through health/fitness- Dealing with doubt and the haters - The uncomfortable decision to come out of your comfort zoneEmylee was a former mechanical engineer and now inspires thousands through sharing her health and fitness journey online.If you enjoy the episode, share it with a friend, tag us on your IG stories and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review!Memorable quotes:“If you don’t learn how to change the way you view yourself, you’re never going to be happy. It doesn’t matter how much weight you try to lose, it’s about changing the way you view yourself”“When you focus on the positive, you’re going to see more of the positive. When you focus on the negative, you’re going to see more of the negative.”“Take that first step and do what works for you. Don’t feel you need to take the same path as everyone else”"Its always worse to never try and always wonder then to just try and fail"Follow Beyond The Shuffle:www.instagram.com/beyondtheshuffle Subscribe to Emylee's channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCshhjaj9H8L1rWNGLIRuR7gFollow Emylee on Instagram:www.instagram.com/emyleeratzlaff Follow Erika:www.instagram.com/erikagutierrrez

Today we have Tori Nishino joining us to open up about her past struggles with an eating disorder, addiction, struggle with confidence and how she took responsibility for her thoughts, shifted into a growth mindset and adapted a belief system that will truly inspire you to take action.We discuss:-How to start building confidence through discipline and consistency.-The importance of thought management and being self aware.-Why you should prioritize your health and fitness (And make it fun)-Why you shouldn’t be afraid to fail. We all do. -Battling dark times and finding the lessons in them+SO MUCH MORE! This is an episode you DO NOT want to miss.Tori made the bold decision to leave the corporate world and create the life of her dreams. Now she mentors other busy women to do the same through health and fitness.If you enjoy the episode, share it with a friend, tag us on your IG stories and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review!Memorable quotes:“Confidence is a skill we develop through action”“You have everything you need inside you. It’s just about unlocking that power”Follow Beyond The Shuffle:www.instagram.com/beyondtheshuffleFollow Tori Nishino:www.instagram.com/torinishinoFollow Erika:www.instagram.com/erikagutierrrez

Sterling Torress joins us on Beyond The Shuffle to talk about meditation, the importance of being vulnerable & authentic, the egoic mind and how to overall trust in the universe and follow your truth.She also opens up about past struggles with anxiety and the importance of feeling your pain in order to heal.Sterling is a shuffle dancer and content creator who strives each day to create and leave a positive impact on this world.If you enjoy the episode share it with a friend and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review!Memorable quotes:“Sometimes what we think we want... might not always be what we think we need”“Believe in yourself. Believe that the universe has instilled something in you and that you are on your path to unravel it.”Connect with Sterling:www.instagram.com/sterlingtorressConnect with Erika:www.instagram.com/erikagutierrrezwww.linkedin.com/erikagutierrrezFollow Beyond The Shuffle:www.instagram.com/beyondtheshuffle

Alexi (FitNFesty) joins us on Beyond The Shuffle to share insights on her recent Tik Tok fame and share how one can build confidence through self expression. Alexi had never danced before shuffling and was nervous to start… Now she is reaching millions of people around the world through her tutorials and shuffle videos.We discuss overcoming comparison and finding expression by allowing yourself to start and never give up.Alexi is a fitness influencer and shuffle dancer who empowers and teaches others through sharing her journey.If you enjoy the episode share it with a friend and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review!Memorable quotes:“People ask me how to get good at shuffling and I always tell them they just need to keep going… because if you give up you’re never going to get there.”Turn Me On- Oliver Heldens (Erika x FitnFesty collab)https://www.instagram.com/p/B4kdkteHpDQ/On My Mind- Diplo (Erika x FitnFesty collab)https://www.instagram.com/p/B7q5UnZDBOW/Connect with Alexi:www.instagram.com/fitnfestyTik Tok: @fitnfestyConnect with Erika:www.instagram.com/erikagutierrrezFollow Beyond The Shuffle:www.instagram.com/beyondtheshuffle