Everyday Awesome

This episode features an inspiring real-life story of a woman who has turned her life challenges into opportunities to make lives better! Beth Ennis survived child abuse, addiction, and homelessness, and today, she is “paying it forward” by helping people without homes find their way to a better life through providing medical care and support. She shares her heart and soul with us, with her inspiring story and tips for making not only our lives better but helping those around us. In this episode of Everyday Awesome, we chat with Beth, an amazing woman, medical professional helping the homeless, community member, friend, mother, and an all-around beautiful soul in this World. Beth is a Physician Associate and holds a Master's of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. She's been working in healthcare for the past 11 years and currently works for a nonprofit in California providing medical care to the homeless. Beth's traumatic childhood led her to coping with drugs and alcohol, even leading her to time in jail. Throughout this episode Beth is admirably vulnerable about what led to her drug addiction, what addiction feels like, what she was arrested for, her recovery experience, and so much more. Beth is now 26 years sober, has gone back to school, and continues to create a life she is proud of and loves.Tune in to Episode 13 to learn about Beth's drug addiction and her inspiring story of recovering and pursuing her purpose!Some Questions I Ask:How did you overcome addiction? (9:35)What led to you quitting? (17:48)Can you explain what DEA stands for? (26:50)How do we help people who are homeless and what can we do to reduce homelessness? (35:05)What inspires you and lights you up? (47:28)In This Episode You Will Learn: About Beth's environment that led to her use drugs (6:43)How Beth became a mother to three children (13:56)Beth's description of what addiction feels like (16:54)About Beth's work aiming to help the homeless (30:24)How Beth discovered her purpose (40:30)Three things that Beth does each day (49:44)Connect with Beth:EmailCommunity Medical Centers WebsiteCommunity Medical Centers FacebookResources MentionedPriming Daily ExerciseLet's Connect!InstagramTwitter LinkedIn Email: everydayawesomewithtriciag@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What if aging is optional!? Would you like to live your best life as you age? Aging is inevitable and as Ann Louise share’s in her new book, Radical Longevity, it’s possible to age with vitality and grace. She believes it is important to embrace getting older and view aging as a privilege.Joining me on this episode of Everyday Awesome is Ann Louise Gittleman, The First Lady of Nutrition and an expert in health and healing. For several decades Ann has been a gamechanger in health, nutrition, and helping our bodies be the best they can be through building a strong immune system. Ann believes that we can make the most out of aging through vitality, resilience, and grace, and is sharing this in her book, Radical Longevity. Ann Louise and I talk about the habits that we can implement throughout our day to day lives in order to set our future selves up for ultimate health. Ann also talks about the resources she turns to for credible health research, what the mission of her book Radical Longevity is, and the tips and tricks that you can use to improve your health. Tune in to Episode 12 to learn about Ann’s knowledge and advice on how to age confidently, healthily, and gracefully!Some Questions I Ask:Where do you look to access credible research and data in the health industry? (13:03)Is this something we should start when we’re younger? (19:51)What are some of the targeted foods that you talk about in your book? (32:42)What is next for you? (43:37)In This Episode You Will Learn: How Ann became involved in the health industry (5:23)What inspired Ann to write Radical Longevity (17:34)That you can release accumulated toxins (29:21)How household items may be aging us (34:56)Actionable takeaways from Ann (46:02)Connect with Ann:Book - Radical LongevityWebsitehttps://annlouise.com/books/radical-longevity/partners/ Resources MentionedHealth Science InstituteGreen Med InformationChildren’s Health DefenseDr. George Brewer - Copper and Alzheimer’sLet’s Connect!InstagramTwitter LinkedIn Email: everydayawesomewithtriciag@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Did you know that how we decorate and organize our spaces has a direct impact on our health, success, relationships, and overall satisfaction in our lives? According to the practice of Feng Shui, the placement of items in your home and office can bring more abundance and energy flow into all areas of your life. Joining me on this episode of Everyday Awesome is Danijela Saponjic. Danijela is a SpaceHealing and Feng Shui master, and mother of 4 boys. Born in Germany to a family from the Balkans, Danijela’s connection to the spirit of nature runs deep. She created the SpaceHealing Method to help people around the world align their environment to the power of nature, and heal old energies so they no longer affect the current lives being lived in these places. Danijela has written three books on Feng Shui and a deck of Clutter Clearing cards – all released in Germany. As a result of Danijela’s expertise, her clients open up new space to call in their dreams, visions & desires with joy and ease.Danijela and I discuss how she has been a pioneer in her field and has touched thousands of lives through her books, trainings, and private consultations over the past 20 years. We also dive into the history of Feng Shui and what Danijela advises in order to attract the energy that you want into your home. Tune in to Episode 11 to learn why creating Feng Shui is important and the tools that Danijela recommends applying to your home!Some Questions I Ask:Where does this life force energy come from? (7:07)How did you get into Feng Shui? (13:35)What are ways that the way we organize impacts our health? (25:48)What about the external forces that we don’t have control over? (32:55)Are there obvious no-nos? (48:40)In This Episode You Will Learn: What Feng Shui is (5:45)The history of Feng Shui (11:45)The importance of decluttering (22:15)About the Feng Shui in your soul (30:00)What Danijela recommends for listeners (36:50)Let’s Connect!InstagramTwitter LinkedIn Email: everydayawesomewithtriciag@gmail.comConnect With DanijelaInstagramFacebookWebsite See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be an Actor and to live in the limelight? Grab a bowl of popcorn and a cocktail and settle in to hear the advice and stories from a successful actor. We chat about how overcoming fears, going after love, following your dreams, and laughing often lead to a great life. Joining me on this episode of Everyday Awesome is Danny Sheie, actor, comedian, professor, and all around amazing guy. After being inspired from classic films at a young age, Danny has become a successful actor and played many roles in notable theatres. He lights up a room with his style, humor, and intellect and I’ve always been in awe of his ability to make everything fun and adventurous. We discuss how Danny became interested in pursuing acting, how he describes performing, what his other passions and interests are, and much more. His insights into the acting world and what performing is truly like is fascinating. Listening to Danny’s stories will entertain you, fascinate you, and most importantly, inspire you to chase your dreams. Tune in to Episode 10 to learn about Danny’s background with acting, his passions outside of acting, and his unique perspective on what acting, and life, are all about. And check out Danny’s upcoming performances (remote) in A Comedy of Errors and A.C.T.’s Out Loud Series (link’s below).Some Questions I Ask:What inspired you to go into acting? (7:40)When you’re acting do you feel like you’re stepping out of yourself in some way? (18:22)What else would you do if you weren’t an actor? (26:00)When did you work with Jessica Walters? (37:30)What inspires you? (44:44)In This Episode You Will Learn: The key to acting from Danny (14:40)The importance of humor to Danny (19:40)About Danny’s directing experience (33:41)Danny’s favorite role he’s done (42:36)What’s next for Danny (47:52)Let’s Connect!InstagramTwitter LinkedIn Email: everydayawesomewithtriciag@gmail.comConnect With DannyWebsiteUC Santa Cruz A.C.T. Out Loud - Arms and The Man 4/12/21-4/18/21Danny Scheie - The Comedy of Errors 4/23/21 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Have you been to a chiropractor before? Many people rely on Western medicine and prescriptions for their health but going to a chiropractor could ultimately lead to you feeling the best you ever have. Joining me on this episode of Everyday Awesome is Jack Ricci, a Chiropractor, husband, father, cycling athlete, coach, mentor, blogger, and seeker of good times. While studying pre-med at UC Davis, Jack badly hurt his back a couple of times and Western medicine was unable to help. The drugs his doctors gave him made him sick and the physical therapy exercises they prescribed did not help. This experience led Jack to the field of chiropractic work and after graduating college, Jack went on to earn a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life Chiropractic College West in the San Francisco Bay Area. We discuss Jack’s injuries that led to him believing in the power of chiropractors, the benefits he has found in all aspects of his life, and what his advice is for listeners to make sure they are healing themselves properly. Jack’s vision is a world full of healthy people who are free to live extraordinary lives and contribute in meaningful ways.Tune in to Episode 9 to learn why Jack says being a chiropractor ‘chose him’, what his advice is for you to improve your health in all areas, and his daily practices. Some Questions I Ask:What does being a healer mean to you? What can our listeners walk away with? In This Episode You Will Learn: How Jack became involved in health and wellness The need for empathy in healthcare Jack’s eye-opening experience at UC Davis That your health is your responsibility About Jack’s daily mantra The effects of excess sitting To understand your metabolic health Let’s Connect!InstagramWebsite Twitter LinkedIn Email: everydayawesomewithtriciag@gmail.comConnect With Jack WebsiteFacebook See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Have you ever wondered if you are capable of being an amazing leader in your life or in your business? Or if leaders are born or created? In this episode, we learn that everyone can be a leader - that everyone is born with the ability to be a leader. And, there’s always room for personal and professional growth. Joining me on this episode of Everyday Awesome is Sonia K Singh, leadership and high performance coach and the founder of Influential Leadership Academy. Sonia believes in true, well rounded leaders and has dedicated much of her work to helping others achieve that goal and further their careers. We discuss how mindfulness, respect, and emotional intelligence are key concepts in successful leadership. And what real, effective leadership looks like?Sonia is a strong believer in meditation and offers some excellent tips on how to deal with the remote work distractions that so many of us are experiencing. Sonia also talks about her personal professional background, as well as her foray into teaching at the University of San Francisco. Tune in to Episode 8 to hear Sonia’s advice on how to become a compassionate, respected leader and learn how to cope with some typical WFH stressors!Some Questions I Ask:How did you get yourself into the leadership game? (6:18)How do you work with people to develop their leadership skills? (23:25)How have you seen workplace culture shift since the COVID-19 pandemic has forced so many people into remote work? (32:26)What’s EQ and why is it an important skill for leadership? (47:27)Who do you think is an example of a great leader? (49:49)What is it that you’re doing now and can we participate? (52:14)In This Episode You Will Learn:The qualities that truly make someone a leader (7:00)The difference between being a manager and being a leader (7:57)How to create respect organically without demanding it (12:11)Why you don’t have to be a “born” leader to be a great leader (14:57)The importance of having a strong mission and vision for your organization (29:35)How meditation can be important in relieving Zoom fatigue (38:00)Simple tools you can learn to minimize distractions and reclaim your time (41:21)The importance of taking conscious screen breaks throughout the work day (44:16)Resources Mentioned https://www.influentialleadershipacademy.com/offers/ZHNGjUvm?coupon_code=EVERYDAYAWESOME20 How to Get 2 Hours Back in Your Day by Sonia SinghLet’s Connect!InstagramWebsite Twitter LinkedIn Email: everydayawesomewithtriciag@gmail.comConnect With Sonia InstagramFacebookSonia Singh InternationalInfluential Leadership Academy See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What various passions are you trying to juggle in your life? This episode will inspire you to continue following not just one of your dreams, but all of them! Joining me on this episode of Everyday Awesome is a previous college football player and current dentist Jimmy McDowell. Jimmy is a master in all areas of his life - a father of 5 successful children, managing his thriving dental practice, writing his first book, and being in the spotlight as a professional wrestler. Jimmy is a firm believer in going after your dreams and has proven that in his continuous success in wrestling his way to the top to achieve his goals. We discuss the impact that sports have had on Jimmy’s life, how he finds the energy and time to juggle his various passions, and what inspires him to go after the life he wants everyday.Tune in to Episode 7 to learn about Jimmy’s inspiring careers and get that nudge to follow your dreams! Some Questions I Ask:What’s your secret to juggling passions? (14:13)How does it work to be a traveling dentist? (22:38)What do you love about wrestling? (36:58)What inspires you when you get up in the morning? (45:36)What are three things that you would recommend to the listener to elevate their day? (56:47)In This Episode You Will Learn:How football has impacted Jimmy’s life (10:35)How Jimmy got the name Golden Boy (18:26)How Jimmy’s HeavyWeight Champion title impacted his wrestling career (31:46)How sports have connected Jimmy’s family (43:04)The upcoming movie Jimmy will be in (50:20)Resources Mentioned The Queen’s Code Let’s Connect!InstagramWebsite Twitter LinkedIn Email: everydayawesomewithtriciag@gmail.comConnect With JimmyFacebook See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How do we create an extraordinary relationship? Joining me on this episode of Everyday Awesome are my friends Ginny and Mike. They are a couple of 20 years who have created a marriage that is raw, real, lasting, and passionate. Mike is the President of Mareno Land Management and he is the founder of Create the Magnificent Life, business and relationship coaching. Ginny is celebrating over 30 years in the hospitality industry at the director level for companies including Hilton and Virgin. She and Mike have a passion for helping others level up their relationships as they have seen their fair share of challenges throughout their own. We discuss how they have overcome the bumps in their relationship, how they stay connected, and how they have created an extraordinary relationship in spite of life’s challenges. While relationships and marriages take work, the love, bond, and support that results from the work is more than worth it. Tune in to Episode 6 to learn how Ginny and Mike met, some of the challenges that they have gone through in their relationship, and their advice for other couples to build an extraordinary relationship. Some Questions I Ask:How did you guys meet? (10:34)What are some of the challenges that you have overcome in your relationships? (20:15)What are a couple communication tactics that you say have enhanced your relationship? (26:58)Can you talk about keeping the relationship with yourself while also in a relationship? (38:09)Who are the Pepplers? (45:14)In This Episode You Will Learn:The history of Valentine’s Day (2:10)Their favorite thing about their relationship (19:00)Why the focus in on the union of the relationship (23:48)That ‘work’ in a relationship is good (31:00)The number one piece of advice from Mike and Ginny (35:28)Why resistance is there to serve us (43:16)Let’s Connect!InstagramWebsite Twitter LinkedIn Email: everydayawesomewithtriciag@gmail.comConnect With Ginny and Mike Create the Magnificent Life website Mike’s LinkedInGinny’s LinkedIn See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Happy New Year! I wish 2021 will be full of health, love, success, connection, and peace for everyone around the world. Joining me on this episode of Everyday Awesome is Ian Griffith. Ian is a jack of many trades and a master of them all. His background includes being a director at top tech companies worldwide and managing successful teams in numerous marketing, video, publication, podcasting companies, designing and creating hundreds of videos for live events of 5,000 plus in the audience. Recently, Ian has added certified elite coach, speaker, entrepreneur, and leader to his many trades. Ian’s mission and purpose of his life is to impact the good of the world in a massive way, which inspired his founding of the Feeding Gratitude Movement in San Francisco. We discuss how it is possible to change your life even as a busy professional, overcoming limiting beliefs, his growth in success despite his challenging upbringing, and his relentless pursuit of his dreams. And most importantly, we talk about Soulcrastination - putting off your soul’s purpose and how you can live the life you are meant to live. About how to make 2021 the year that you say ‘Yes’ and use fear to propel you forward to a life filled with purpose and passion.Tune in to Episode 5 to hear Ian’s inspiring background, how you can use fear to accomplish your dreams, and tools that you can apply for the new year. Some Questions I Ask:How would you describe ‘soulcrastination’ to our listeners? (12:39)How did you do this while juggling work and family? (26:33)What is something that you’re most proud of? (45:47)In This Episode You Will Learn:About Ian’s background that led to his mission (7:04)How Ian coaches his clients to create a relationship with their future self (17:58)About the importance of grit (31:45)How to use fear to leverage your dreams (36:36)What Ian does to start a new year (47:38)Let’s Connect!InstagramWebsite Twitter LinkedIn Email: everydayawesomewithtriciag@gmail.comConnect With IanWebsiteFeeding Gratitude YouTubeBook - Activate Your Life Resources:Book: The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I am so thrilled to be sharing today’s episode with all of you.Joining me on this episode of Everyday Awesome is a close friend of mine who I believe embodies the true spirit of open-mindedness and perseverance, Jolynn Swafford! Jolynn is a prolific Life Coach, Spiritual Influencer, and Founder of Beyond Brave Company and has helped hundreds of clients rekindle their inner joy through her transformative practices. We discuss her philosophies on how we can each cultivate joy within our own lives, what caused Jolynn to shift her perspective on shame, why she is so eager to learn from all different belief systems, as well as so much more. I promise this will be an episode you won’t want to miss. Tune in to Episode 4 to hear Jolynn’s story in more depth! Some Questions I Ask:What does the concept of ‘counting it all as joy’ mean to you? (8:35)Could you speak on your experience meeting Oprah and connecting with so many influential personal development figures? (33:24)What are some tangible steps you can leave my listeners with in order for them to get through hardships of their own? (41:26)What are the key things people can do to reconnect with their own joy? (51:16)How would you describe Jolynn Swafford? (56:34)In This Episode You Will Learn:How Jolynn and I first met & Why I invited her on the show during the holidays (3:29)Jolynn’s outlook on enlightenment through various belief systems (7:23)The differences between joy and happiness (11:01)The personal adversities Jolynn has experienced & Why it’s had such a profound influence on her work (13:45)How Jolynn has monumentally shifted her mindset towards shame (18:40)Why giving to others is one of life’s greatest healers & What it means to be in a place of neutrality (26:22)The joy that is present within many spiritual leaders & Why there is purpose in our struggles (29:46)What the ‘maps of consciousness’ refer to (44:42)Let’s Connect!InstagramWebsite Twitter LinkedIn Email: everydayawesomewithtriciag@gmail.comConnect With Jolynn Swafford:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramBeyond Brave Business School - Free Online CourseResources:Book: Night - Author, Elie Wiesel See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

My guest today is the music legend, Danny Click. Danny is a songwriter, guitarist, singer, and incredible performer as the main man in his band, Danny Click & The Hell Yeahs! Along with fitting the bill of all of my interesting, inspiring, and innovative guests, Danny is iconic, intelligent, insightful, and so much more. Danny and I talk about how music has always been a pillar in his life, the inspiration behind his lyrics, and why music is so incredibly important in the world. Music is important. There is something so indescribably powerful about music that we turn to it in moments of joy, sadness, anger, excitement, and every other emotion. The beauty of impactful songs is that we can listen to them and be transported back to the feeling that we felt when it first resonated with us. Using music as a way to describe how we are feeling, a way to feel something deeper, and sharing a feeling with others is a tool we can all appreciate even if we aren’t naturally gifted musicians. Tune in to learn about Danny and even hear a live performance of his song, Everything’s Alright. Enjoy! Some Questions I Ask How did you teach yourself guitar at such a young age? (7:37)What does it feel like to have that kind of talent and have people coming just to listen to you and watch you? (11:43)What inspires you with your lyrics and the type of music that you choose? (16:29)If you weren’t a musician what do you think you would be doing? (25:04)What’s next for Danny Click? (30:19)In This Episode You Will Learn How Danny and I met (4:11)What music means to Danny (14:34)Why music is important in our lives (23:29)What Danny does to find awe in his everyday life (33:16)Danny’s live performance of Everything Is Alright (45:58)Connect with Danny Website FacebookYouTubePatreonLet’s Connect!InstagramWebsite Email Twitter LinkedIn See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

“When things get back to normal...” We hear this statement far too often these days, specifically in regards to the global COVID-19 pandemic. While this statement doesn’t seem harmful, it can support many people’s refusal to accept change. Instead of rejecting change, let’s accept and adapt to the changes, discover our resilience, and find the silver linings in life’s challenging situations.My guest today, Maria Ross, is a dear friend and mentor who is an entrepreneur, speaker, podcast host, and author. At age 35 Maria suffered a brain aneurysm that was a game-changer in her life. The dramatic effect the brain aneurysm had on her life taught her to accept change and redefine success, inspiring her book, Rebooting My Brain. Her recent book, The Empathy Edge, harnesses the value of empathy and compassion as a competitive advantage for businesses. Tune in today to learn how a brain aneurysm changed Maria’s life, how to actively accept change, and the competitive advantage of empathy in business and in all areas of life. Enjoy! In This Episode You Will Learn How Maria and I met (5:12)Maria’s background and wide range of interests (7:33)The story of Maria’s brain aneurysm at age 35 and how it’s impacted her life (10:19)The importance of actively accepting change (17:48)The silver linings from the COVID-19 pandemic that Maria and I have experienced (22:06)How Maria’s experience in recovery with Patience & Family Centered Care impacted her outcome (25:28)How Maria wants to redefine success to include empathy (31:47)How COVID-19 has brought empathy and compassion to the surface of businesses (34:48)Maria’s working definition of empathy (35:59)A story from Maria’s book that resonated with me (38:29)The power of storytelling to reach a mission (41:24)What inspires Maria (43:00)The reader of Maria’s book that made all her research and writing worth it (48:36)What Maria’s everyday awesome is (51:38)The key takeaways from Maria and I’s conversation (54:25)Connect with MariaWebsite Book - The Empathy Edge PodcastLinkedIn Let’s Connect!InstagramWebsite Email Twitter LinkedIn See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to the first episode of the Everyday Awesome Podcast! I am your host, Tricia G. Everyday Awesome, to me, means going after what you want, learning from others, and not letting adversity stop us - and that’s what we are going to do together with this podcast. My various backgrounds as a teacher, therapist, endurance cyclist, coach, and nonprofit leader have exposed me to amazing people doing awesome things. I will bring in various guests from all walks of life who have knowledge and inspiration to share with you. Each guest will provide their own version of what I call the three I’s: Interesting, Innovating, and Inspiring. I have been driven by connecting, sharing knowledge and getting to know people throughout my life, and I’m excited to begin this podcast to embrace this passion of mine and bring it to you.. In this episode, I share bits and pieces about me, my career path, a wide range of passions, and the meaning of this podcast.Tune in and together, let’s make Everyday Awesome!In This Episode You Will LearnWho I Am (4:10)My childhood interests that influenced starting a podcast (4:51)My wide range of experience and career path (7:52)Why I started the Everyday Awesome (11:50)My various passions and hobbies (12:16)The timing of starting this podcast (15:13)The meaning behind the title – Everyday Awesome (19:31) Let’s Connect!EverydayAwesomeShow - instagramEveryday Awesome Podcast - Facebook See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.