Finding Your Five with Jen and Drena

Life is full of lemons, everyone experiences bitter, sour times and no one is immune. Our guest today, Heidi Alldredge is a lemonade making extraordinaire. She gives us ideas on how to make tough situations into learning experiences. We've all experienced hardships and we hope this episode brings some sweetness to your day.

Have you ever wondered what it's like to travel around the world with your favorite rock band? Mac Reynolds tells us that and more in our latest interview. He is the band manager for Imagine Dragons. He's a lawyer, Vice Chair for a non-profit and has a beautiful family with his wife, Julie and 5 (soon to be 6) kids. He has such a great outlook on what his role is as a band manager with takeaways we all can use as we try to manage a business team, our own families, or just manage ourselves! Learn from him and thank us later for bringing his wisdom to your ears!

Our guest this week is Jelah. She is a beautiful person inside and out. Her birthplace is the Philippines, but now calls USA her home. Her experience in making this foreign land her new home is riveting and holds many life lessons that she graciously shares with us in this episode.  You'll learn of hope, joy and the things in life that bring true gratitude. Maybe you could schedule a pop-up picnic while listening to her story!

Stephanie Serferian, author of the book Sustainable Minimalist and host of the Sustainable Minimalists Podcast is here with us to talk all things minimalism.   From the benefits of living a simpler life, to decluttering, to the psychology of why we hesitate to let go of our stuff, all this and more is discussed today on the podcast.  

Who couldn’t use a little more humor in their life?  Laughter can serve as an anecdote for so many situations.  Whether stressed or in a bad mood, it’s great to have someone in your five who can provide a new perspective through humor.  Chantalle Stretch is a humor content creator and her videos have provided countless laughs for many.  Join us on this interview with Chantalle and see how even the most mundane experiences of life can provide a laugh if you look at it from a new perspective. 

Being a lifelong learner is the best way to thrive and live a fulfilled life. In this episode, Kristin gives us a different perspective on what this means and how she's using this learning attitude to keep herself out of ruts and from becoming stagnant in her home and workplace. She reaches past her comfort zone to look past the problem and dives into finding the solutions. We appreciate Kristin and the teacher she is for elementary students and now, for us. 

If 2020 has taught us anything, we need people and connection more than ever!  Author of I like Me Anyway, Brooke Romney joins us to talk about making connections with friends, family, and new acquaintances too. We discuss the value of our imperfections, how to reach out in person, using social media as an effective tool for connection and learning, instead of as a mindless activity, and how to help teenagers recognize what their mood is telling them and what to do in order to effectively respond.  All this and more on this episode with Brooke! 

Who couldn’t use a different perspective or new strategy from time to time to help reach a seemingly impossible goal?  After suffering from chronic injuries, Damian Stoy was told by doctors that he would never be able to run again.  However, with determination, research, and valuable perspective, Damian was able to change his circumstance and utilize a new strategy to return to his love of running as a professional runner.  Certified running coach and founder of Wholistic Running, Damian Stoy shares his insight on meeting goals, when to move forward and when to reassess, and he shares valuable running tips that will transform you as a runner in more ways than one.  Damian Stoy is an expert in his field, has raced in over 150 races, been featured in several magazines, has designed training programs for the Physicians Committees for Responsible Medicine, and in summary is a wealth of knowledge and inspiration.  You won’t want to miss all of the insight and information he shares on this episode.

Is it a strong mind or strong body that gets you to the finish line? Ultra runner, Andrea McAffe fought hard to finish her 100 mile race, after her body’s condition took a turn for the worse with 30 miles still left to go.  In this interview Andrea provides new perspective on accomplishing the seemingly impossible, how to manage pain, and what the mind can do for you when your body gives up.  Get ready for an incredible story of one incredible individual’s ability to persevere.

“We have all the energy in the world to be ourselves, but as soon as we start to try to be someone we aren’t, it’s exhausting.”—Nancy MurphyGallup Certified Clifton Strengths Coach, Nancy Murphy joins us today to discuss the importance of living within our strengths in order to have a more fulfilling and happy life.   Everyone has strengths and the trick is to identify the core five guiding strengths that make you the unique individual you are, so you can thrive, rather than just merely survive.

Do you have a teenager? Are you nervously anticipating your child becoming a teenager? Do you still act like a teenager? Emily is here to give us helpful tools and skills to get through the teenage years with confidence and a little know-how. Teenagers get a lot of flak and parents get a lot of flak from their teenagers. We are going to discuss ways to build on common ground with our teenagers and how to help them through the effects this pandemic has had on them. This episode will change the way you perceive teenagers and give you better, more healthy ways to guide them through these years because, in the end, our goal is to help them become awesome adults. 

A regular guy creating anything but regular results, Michael Marcial shares his story of how he went from being unemployed and homeless to CEO of 5 Figure Work Week. He reminds us that we are never starting from nothing, we are starting from experience.  Everyone has  a victory log and sometimes the first step is just to take an inventory of those strengths in order to pull yourself out of any situation and step into your greatness.

  Could you last a week not saying a thing?Our guest Christine Petit participated in a mindfulness retreat and didn’t talk for five days!! What she learned and observed is pretty incredible.  This episode we learn how to listen better, what can be learned when we quiet the noise, and bonus we pick her brain on how to see life through a different lens, the lens of a photographer, helping us see beauty in the details.

The dating expert is in! Relationship therapist, Loni Harmon joins us to share all the ins and outs of relationships. We talk where to look to find that special someone, how to counteract ruts in a marriage, a healthy way to look at rejection, and more! Don’t miss out on Loni’s wisdom and insight on relationships. And if you want to hear more from Loni, check out her fabulous podcast Building a Successful Relationship. You won’t be disappointed!

If cats have 9 lives then our guest today is a freaking lion! Brody Young is a state park ranger who had a life and death experience. He fought for every breath and came out of his ordeal with a perspective on life and forgiveness that you can learn from. Find out why Brody is someone to have in your five.

Daniel Summerhays is a professional golfer who after making a name for himself in the golfing world, decided to give back by coaching and teaching at his alma mater.This episode will inspire you to do something great as Daniel educates us on the mental toughness, discipline, and life lessons learned through the humbling game of golf. Daniel shares the psychology behind his success and how three key life practices that he put into place, not only transformed his golfing game, but can help in all personal endeavors as well.After this episode you will see mental toughness in life and in sports from a new perspective.

A difficult past does not have to mean a difficult future. “There’s strength in the struggle.” This week’s guest shares the heart wrenching story of her childhood. The odds were stacked against Oakley, but she turned her disadvantages into advantages. While heavy topics are discussed this week, they are contributing factors to the inspiration found in the journey of this strong individual’s story.

Perfectionism vs Fulfillment We're taking a deep dive into the world of perfectionism with Monica Packer. Monica shares steps for us to take so we can experience compassion, curiosity and courage while focusing on the process and not the outcome. The fulfillment is in the process, guys! She replaced her need for perfectionism with the need to be fulfilled. Monica teaches us steps we can use to embrace the messy, enjoy the journey and just do something! One of my favorite quotes from this interview with Monica is, "I'm always a work in progress, not a finished product." She is a phenomenal person! Hope you enjoy this episode!Love,Jen and Drena

Do you believe everything your brain tells you? Are your thoughts working for you or against you?Fabulous conversation with a fabulous guest, life coach and master of the mind, Jen Kane is here to help you gain a better understanding of your brain and thoughts so your mind can be working for you.We talk all the things:The Lies Your Brain Tells YouThe Emotional CycleMisconceptions Of The MindThe Real Reason You Aren’t Meeting Your GoalsThe Ripple Effect and MoreDon’t miss out on some of the most valuable pieces of information you may hear all year.

There’s only one Tony Abbott and there is only one of you!Be the best version of yourself by being great at what you do, instead of trying to be great at what someone else does. Tony has unlocked the secret to monetizing your passion and doing what you love. When Tony’s father in law asked how he was going to support his future wife and family, Tony he simply replied he was going to hunt and fish for a living. Fast forward from the young adult who had this dream; he has now built a successful brand, business, and life doing just that. His journey, motivated by his love for the outdoors, has taken him on a phenomenal ride. He humbly states, “I have lived the life of one hundred men.” Check out this episode and be inspired to live a life built around doing things you love and striving to be the best version of yourself, instead of a counterfeit version of someone else.

If you could add one more beneficial element to your life this year, what would it be?Today’s guest, creator of talkingwordy.com and chief product officer and writer for Promptly Journals, Kim Christenson shares the numerous benefits of adding reading to your daily diet. We talk all the things, from what makes a character truly authentic, to book recommendations, to what the necessary ingredients are to make your own life’s story one worth telling. Plus, Kim provides tips on how to gain a love for reading, as well as how to easily read more. So many treasures in this episode, as Kim reminds us that we are the authors of our own life story, inspiring us to write the tale we truly want for ourselves. After this episode not only will you be motivated to craft a compelling life story, you will be charmed by the magic of curling up with a good book too.

The highly esteemed therapist, coach, and advice guru, Dr. Julie Hanks talks about important topics from the thought cycle, best communication practices, even who her own advice expert is. Fascinating discussion with such a fascinating guest, it’s a must-listen!

How many of us are living on a buried dream?Author of the book Lies of the Magpie and creator and host of the Power Principles Podcast, Maleah Warner joins us to teach the five necessary steps in claiming your dream. Maleah provides a much needed, healthy outlook on our relationships with dreams and identifies what prevents us from taking action. She offers a refreshing viewpoint on how to explore what you want, while minimizing the stress of that process.Plus, Maleah shares a behind the scenes look on the perseverance and the effort it took to fulfill her own dream of writing the book, Lies of the Magpie. So many treasures in this episode. After listening, you will have a fresh new take and perspective on what you want out of your life, as well as how to best approach getting it.

If you are looking to bring in the new year feeling inspired and with a new outlook on how to tackle and set goals, this episode is for you!Olympic Silver Medalist, Noelle Pikus-Pace shares her compelling story of how she earned the Olympic Silver medal in the Skeleton, despite all the uphill challenges placed before her along the way. Noelle shares an inspirational message, including the details of why her last race was so unique and special.Plus, she gives tips on goal setting and a sneak peek on her new course that helps you define your purpose and reach your goals.Who better to learn about goals, commitment, and the crossing the desired finish line than from Olympic Silver Medalist Noelle Pikus-Pace.

“We all make a difference. We just want to make sure it’s a positive one.”—Bill HulterstromBill Hulterstrom, CEO of the non profit organization United Way, is not only a wealth of knowledge, but he has a heart of gold. Bill shares his endless knowledge on the importance of restoring unity in our community, how to serve with not only your heart but with your mind too, the necessity of building on individual strengths, and abundant research on human interaction, and more. Listen to this episode and become inspired to make a difference in your community in a way only you can.

Isn’t life just one big audition, learning how to best present yourself to be cast in your leading role? Summarisa Stevens knows all too well about landing roles as she has landed many sought after leading roles in some of the biggest shows . So much can be learned from a person who has played a wide variety of characters, and who knows how to win everyone over in minutes in an audition.

Everyone’s friend, gal pal Dani is here to share in an entertaining and insightful way her experience with anxiety, as well as useful tips to help manage it or help someone with anxiety. You don’t have to personally suffer with anxiety to get value out of this episode!

Get ready for the upcoming holidays with original gift ideas and a taste of a whole new morning makeover routine that will help you stay centered. Then listen to a refreshed interview with Greg Bishop before December rolls in packed with exciting takeaways from new episodes you will all love.

When you think of the people you admire, get ready to add this next guest to your list.Sage Volkman is a burn thriver whose story is the definition of a miracle. After given only a ten percent chance to live and going through eighty surgeries, she is one of the best examples of how gratitude and happiness isn’t rooted in the luxury of fortunate circumstances, but rather rooted in the attitude of the individual. Sage’s light heartedness, humor, and outlook is refreshing and inspirational. Get ready to love this guest just like everyone else who meets her!

Looking to find the calm in your storm?Need tips on how to handle the moments of panic and overwhelm in life?Creators of Mindful Art Co, Candace and Becky walk us through self-compassion practices, techniques for dealing with panic, meditation exercises, and more. Not only do these two guests share valuable insights and perspective, they provide doable strategies and steps for managing the seemingly unmanageable in life. This episode is one is you definitely don’t want to miss!

From farm boy to successful CEO, Jeff Sermon is a testament that sometimes the best tools and lessons in life come from the most humbling of circumstances. Jeff Sermon shares inspirational stories starting from childhood that will touch your heart and motivate you to make choices that will bring you the greatest fulfillment in life. This week’s guest shares great perspective on how to see people and money, so that your relationship with both will have meaning.Guys, have the tissue box nearby for this episode and get ready for heart warming stories, as well as both motivational and financial takeaways too. Jeff Sermon’s messages and insights are applicable to us all!

Continuing the conversation. In this episode of Finding Your Five, we get to hear from Jen and Drena, the hosts of the podcast! We can be cool, enlightening, wise, influential gurus too. HA! We're going to delve into episodes and share some takeaways we've had with guests from episodes past. Enjoy our wisdom and thoughts and all the things that we ourselves have learned from our guests.

What does health mean to you? Is diet just about food or rather a bigger more broad definition of what we consume in all facets of life?Tara Bialek, health and fitness guru has coached hundreds of women on their fitness journey and is a motivator not only in exercise and nutrition, but in life as well. She has an inspiring, comprehensive view on health and will help you see nourishing your body in a whole new light that goes beyond food.Tara provides pro tips on exercise, health, and fitness, and talks how to fuel your body both mentally and physically. She shares how she became a successful business woman, how taking leaps of faith have contributed to her growth and achievements, and what steps to take so you can be prepared to live the life you were meant to live.This interview will leave you with a whole new appetite, not just for food but for life!

If you could have anyone in your five who would it be? Some of the best people and stories are ones from the past. Michele Welch, managing director and founder of the Utah Women’s walk, shares compelling stories and personal insights from some of the most influential women. Join us on this walk to remember of individuals who will inspire you and keep you connected to the past. Michele Welch, an inspirational individual in her own right, has told the story of hundreds of women in Utah and who better to have in your five than someone like Michele who is willing to continue your legacy and tell your story.

Follow along on Nathan Osmond's journey to awesomeness. Learn about the encounters he has with some pretty great people, relatives included. He inspires you to surround yourself with positive people who want you to succeed and watch where it will take you.

Lawmakers can have a significant effect on all of our lives. Fiver: Representative Jon Hawkins joins us as we discuss how to vote our conscience, get involved in our local politics, and have hope that not all politicians are corrupted power-hungry people with a selfish agenda.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to climb Mount Everest, or what goes through the mind of a person who climbs Mount Everest? Tom Wilkinson, David Snow, and several others on their rope team have been to the highest peaks in the world and have come back from each climb with life lessons that apply to experiences or trials you're facing at your normal altitude. Listen to the impact their peaks had on them and find skills and strength to tackle your own Everest.

Are you ready to get the answers to the questions you've been waiting for?Today our guest answers so many of life's important questions.Brilliant therapist Mike Morgan joins us to share in an entertaining and relatable way advice on much needed topics like effective communication, dealing with stubborn children, the value and impact relationships have on our well being, and more.So many takeaways from this guest, so sit back and enjoy, as Mike answers those ever so important questions, including questions submitted by our very own listeners, as well providing us with a must read book list for all.

Imagine processing the loss of your mother to only later find out your dad is being charged with murder.Richard Galbraith takes us on a roller coaster ride of emotion, as he shares his compelling story of how he fought for his dad’s innocence after he was falsely charged with homicide. In this episode Richard exposes the corrupt practices that occur in the judicial system from perjury, to losing evidence, to lying about the credentials of expert witnesses. All this and so much more is shared in this interview. Richard is a great example of fighting to the end and giving back for the betterment of mankind, as he shares with us his involvement in innocence work today.

Do you feel drained after perusing social media? Is your social media use getting in the way of how you want to feel and live your life?Today we talk with guest Rachel Nielson from the 3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms about how to have a healthy relationship with social media, as well as how the finding your five concept relates to social media use. Rachel shares insights on how to consume social media so it is a positive experience, rather than one that leaves you feeling empty and anxious.Rachel Nielsen is a master at providing takeaways and there are several takeaways that you won’t want to miss on this episode.

Who doesn’t love an athlete’s story of hard work and perseverance, and then why don’twe add the challenge of the COVID pandemic into the mix too?Chilling story here, guys. All American gymnast Shannon Evans joins us today andtalks hard work, enjoying the pay off, and how she creatively amidst the universityshutting down, did not let the pandemic rob her of her final performance.

Ever wonder how to build a connection or get past the surface stuff?Listen to this guy.Keeping it real here with Justin Rollins, business owner and father of six. We talk allthings parenting, how to facilitate meaningful conversations with not only your peers butyour kids too, the importance of owning who you are, and how to connect with others ina meaningful way.

Have you ever wanted to walk out in the middle of class, quit school, and never look back? Find your own road less traveled? Well, that is exactly what today’s guest did.World renowned sculptor, Ben Hammond walked out of a university class and away from a scholarship in order to better pursue his dreams of becoming an artist. Ben discusses the importance of not waiting for the good things to happen in life, having the gumption to put yourself out there, and provides priceless tips for those aspiring artists and for life in general. You don’t have to be interested in art to be inspired by the story of someone who wasn’t afraid to live his passion.

Trailblazer Rachael Yerkes gives us a fascinating look behind the scenes of what it takes to make it in the highly competitive new frontier for advertisers and marketing companies. Successful food and travel blogger Rachael Yerkes, from Eazy Peazy Mealz talks strategies, bumps along the way, and the two things she did that were essential to creating a thriving business. Rachael also shares life advice on the importance of putting the time and investment up front . Plus, for all you parents out there, she shares tips on how to get your kids cooking in the kitchen, so you can be cooking less, yes!

Growth isn't comfortable but as Greg says “I’m not here to maximize comfort. I’m here to optimize for a life of meaning and purpose“Greg Bishop, star player on anyone’s team, helps people and companies grow to their next million dollar level. During today’s discussion, we talk about how to grow in life and in business, what typically holds companies back, and why some, despite the fact that they want growth, walk away from it. Greg shares his unique take on the finding your five concept, as he discusses how he surrounds himself and gets advice from some of the most influential minds of our time. And guess what? His strategy you can do right from home. Brilliant!

Lindsay walked away from a life changing deal that would have made her a millionaire and never looked back. Serial Entrepreneur Lindsay Hancock shares her powerful story, talks how to define success in your own life, her personal struggle with balance, and how to surround yourself with people who influence you for the better.

If there was anyone who knew how to read a room, and the person you want in yourcorner to lead you to your dream job, it’s this guy.From learning how to rock an interview, to making a first impression you won’t regret,to understanding the mechanics of why finding your five matters, we talk all the thingswith today’s guest Austin Miller.Austin not only owns his own company where he places executives with otherbusinesses, he also has a PHD in Psychology, and a certificate in Micro FacialRecognition. Micro Facial What? You can’t make this stuff up. He’s like the powerfulcombination of an emotional mind reader and business match maker all in one.

Jen and Drena are all about living a fulfilling, goal-oriented life with motivations to run the world. So, after figuring out we lack the skill to follow through with our endeavors, we decided to start a podcast targeting successful people (in their own ways) and learning from them. We are subconsciously influenced by those around us so why not be more intentional about who gets to influence us for good? We are very appreciative of the guests we've had and will continue to have. Thank you for taking time out of your busy lives to be apart of our podcast and thank YOU for taking time out of your day to listen to some remarkable people.