Gratitude Builds Fortitude

If you're in perimenopause and beyond, you've probably experienced the rollercoaster of diets and weight fluctuation. Not to mention, trying to navigate the conflicting advice when it comes to midlife nutrition. In this episode of Your Midlife Comeback Story, we're going to answer the question... how do hormonal changes during perimenopause and beyond, impact your metabolism and fat storage?My guest today shares how your hormones affect your weight, how to balance macronutrients, practical tips for creating simple meals that don't impact your busy schedule, and the best mindset to help you succeed.If you're ready to embrace a more balanced approach to nutrition in perimenopause and beyond, this episode is for you.Together, we will unpack:How common hormonal changes associated with perimenopause and menopause can impact metabolism and fat storage.What are the symptoms that might be signaling a hormonal imbalance and affecting weight?Practical tips for creating a sustainable meal plan, while considering portion control and macronutrient balance (fats, protein, carbs). How to move away from focusing on the number on the scale and instead, shift the mindset towards improved health and well-being.My guest today is Lois Hughey. Lois has gone from being an MLM diet pusher, to seeing the light of real nutrition and nutrients to now helping her clients focus on real, sustainable health and nutrition in midlife.What I love most about Lois is how she champions women just like you to drop the diets and actually feel good about enjoying food. I can't wait for you to jump into this episode.Connect with Lois Hughey:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lois.hughey.coaching/Menopause Quick Start Guide for Fat Loss - https://storage.googleapis.com/msgsndr/ICrSRPidOA7htCy16iMU/media/6698253a6b580d1cd9f6662d.pdf Connect with Holly:▶️ FREE TRAINING - WTH HAPPENED TO MY MIDLIFE HEALTH? - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/register-for-master-midlife-health▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

When you hit those midlife years,  did you start reflecting on your life, wondering if you're truly living your purpose? Especially if you've put all of your attention and focus on your career. But then, what happens when you get that life-altering wakeup call that changes everything?In this episode of Your Midlife Comeback Story, we're going to answer the question… how can you achieve that same spark for purpose and transformation, without experiencing a wakeup call that will force you to reevaluate everything?We're diving into the powerful story of a woman who dodged cancer, but then experienced a second wake-up call that shocked her. Chances are, you're going to see a bit of your own story in this woman's experiences, even if you're just stuck in the daily grind. If you're curious about how to get out of that rut and truly lean into your purpose, then stay tuned, because this episode is packed with inspiring insights and actionable advice.Together, we will unpack:The unexpected cost of putting work first over everything else in life.How Suzanne dodged cancer, but then experienced a wakeup call that shocked her.How her story can be the wakeup call you need to rediscover your passion in life.My guest today is Suzanne Oshima. Suzanne is a Life Coach who empowers and inspires women to transform midlife into their best life by prioritizing their dreams and themselves, with the support of a community of like-minded women on the same journey.What I love most about Suzanne, and especially in this interview, is how relatable her story is and how she has overcome challenges with grace and grit.  One of her gifts is to help you rediscover your passion and dreams and I can't wait for you to jump into this episode.Connect with Suzanne Oshima:Free E-Book: 5 Ways to Buy More Time in Your Life...To Do More of What You Love! - https://yournextamazingstory.com/Website - https://suzanneoshima.com/ Connect with Holly:▶️ FREE TRAINING - WTH HAPPENED TO MY MIDLIFE HEALTH? - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/register-for-master-midlife-health▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

By the time we reach our 40's and 50's, chances are, we've tried quite a few different diets. We came of age during the diet culture of the 80's and 90's, so this certainly isn't breaking news. But what you may not know, is that these top 7 weight loss strategies are actually fat traps in disguise. In this episode of Your Midlife Comeback Story, we're going to answer the question… what exactly are those top 7 weight loss strategies that we all seem to fall back on, and why aren't they working? And today, because I didn't want this information to go in one ear and out the other, you're getting an unexpected bonus. I made this a little more memorable for you by naming these 7 weight loss strategies with some fun 80's nostalgia. I'm going out on a limb and guessing that you've probably tried at least 3 of these 7 strategies. And no judgement here, because I've done all of them! But I'm wondering… are you going to resonate more with The Pac Man, or maybe The Mullet, or maybe you've had a friend convince you to do Hands Across America with her.If you're interested in learning more about the top 7 weight loss strategies that are keeping your weight plateaued, and are maybe even causing you to gain weight, then keep listening, because this episode is for you. At the end, you'll also get 1 1/2 additional weight loss strategies that I recommend, and that actually work for long-term, sustainable results. Together, we will unpack:What exactly are the top 7 weight loss strategies that we all seem to fall back on, and why aren't they working?How our "triggers" determine which type of weight loss program we choose.How truly understanding weight loss will lead you from "I got this" to "I GET this".What are some alternative weight loss methodologies that will produce effective and long lasting results?References:https://www.sciencemediacentre.org/expert-reaction-to-rapid-vs-gradual-weight-loss-and-long-term-weight-management/The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition Review on Weight Loss Supplements: https://academic.oup.com/ajcn/article/87/1/3/4633415The New England Journal of Medicine Study on GLP-1 Drugs: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2032183Connect with Holly:▶️ FREE TRAINING - WTH HAPPENED TO MY MIDLIFE HEALTH? - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/register-for-master-midlife-health▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

If you're a woman in midlife, chances are, you've experienced at least one situation where you were at an event where there was something decadent to eat. And because you were on a diet or trying to lose weight, or eat healthier, you were tempted. Maybe you were out to dinner with your spouse or friends and they brought out this tantalizing dessert tray, or maybe it was the monthly office birthday party where they were serving Costco cake, or maybe it was over the holidays and every party you went to, they had your favorite Christmas cookies that reminded you of how your Grandma's kitchen smelled the entire month of December. And even though you kept telling yourself, I really shouldn't eat this… you give in to temptation. And then, you felt guilty. In this episode of Your Midlife Comeback Story, we're going to answer the question… what separates the woman who is trying to eat better, but continues to do these mental gymnastics in her head, and then falls back into the same habits and the woman who effortlessly eats the foods that enables her to achieve sustainable weight loss?The phenomenon that I'm about to share, I actually experienced back in 1999 when I lost 40 pounds, and I've been able to keep my weight within a 10 pound range of my ideal weight for the last 25 years, even though I've gone from being a competitive mountain bike racer to surviving breast cancer treatment and experiencing Hashimoto's and hypothyroidism, a sluggish thyroid, and being knee deep in midlife and menopause. You're probably going to be surprised at how simple this behavioral model is.If you are interested in learning more about what's been preventing you from achieving sustainable weight loss, along with why you keep falling back into the same habits, then keep listening, because this episode is for you. And at the end, you're going to walk away with one very specific action step that you can take today, to start making your journey to better health more effortless and sustainable. Together, we will unpack:What separates women who continue to struggle with trying to eat better, from those who seem to effortlessly eat the foods that enables them to achieve sustainable weight loss?What are the 5 Logical Levels, and how can you apply them to achieve sustainable weight loss?How can you pull yourself out of returning to the same old habits?How does your identity relate to your weight set point?Connect with Holly:▶️ FREE TRAINING - WTH HAPPENED TO MY MIDLIFE HEALTH? - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/register-for-master-midlife-health▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

You might be eating weed killer for breakfast. If you or your kids eat one of these popular cereals for breakfast, you're ingesting harmful amounts of glyphosate, which is also known as the popular weed killer, Roundup.  Most people think that glyphosate is safe, because our government says so. But there's $10 billion dollars worth of lawsuit payouts that say otherwise. On today's episode, we're diving into glyphosate, why it's so controversial, the hidden sources and danger, plus… I'm going to uncover the top 3 favorite household food brands and fast food restaurants with the highest levels of glyphosate, along with the recent uproar over one of the most popular health foods and why eating healthy, organic, or gluten free isn't always the best solution.If you are interested in learning more about the controversy behind glyphosate, along with the shocking statistics, plus how you can protect your midlife health, and decrease the cancer risk for your family, your kids, grandkids, and even your fur babies, then keep listening because this episode is for you.  Together, we will unpack:What exactly is glyphosate?How is glyphosate federally regulated and is it safe?If glyphosate is purported as "safe", why are there so many lawsuits against the makers of Round-Up?How can we protect ourselves from the effects of glyphosate?How can you help in the fight against the use of glyphosates?Mentioned Resources:https://www.momsacrossamerica.com/gluten_free_food_test_resultshttps://www.consumernotice.org/environmental/pesticides/glyphosate-in-food/https://www.ewg.org/news-insights/news-release/2018/10/roundup-breakfast-part-2-new-tests-weed-killer-found-all-kidshttps://gmoscience.org/2020/03/04/our_pets_at_risk_from_glyphosate/https://www.momsacrossamerica.com/toxin_free_town_campaignhttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1383574218300887 Connect with Holly:▶️ FREE TRAINING - WTH HAPPENED TO MY MIDLIFE HEALTH? - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/register-for-master-midlife-health▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Do you wake up every day with a to-do list that gets results for everyone else... but taking care of yourself is NOT on the list?Welcome to Your Midlife Comeback Story, the podcast for successful women in midlife to create their ultimate comeback by prioritizing their health so that their high-achievement lifestyle no longer clashes with unwanted weight gain, lack of energy, and restless nights.I'm your host, Holly Bertone. I'm a former FBI Chief of Staff turned Certified Holistic Health Coach, and I help women in midlife find the clues to improve their health. What I noticed is that while we're successful with our careers and families, those same action strategies don't work when it comes to sustainable habits for our health.I learned this the hard way after being diagnosed with breast cancer and an autoimmune disease, and I knew there's more to life than burning the candle at both ends. I decided to take back control of what's most important in life, and I'm here to help you do the same.Tune in every Friday for tactical action plans and inspirational stories so that you can create your midlife comeback story that is worthy of an 80's movie montage!▶️ Podcast on the web: https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/blog▶️ WTH Happened to My Midlife Health Free Training: https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/register-for-master-midlife-health▶️ Private Podcast Freebie: https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/podcast-landing-welcome▶️ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holly.bertone/ ▶️ Coaching & Connection: https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/your-comeback-coachHolly Bertone is a Certified Holistic Health Coach, Certified Holobody Coach, Certified Project Management Professional, Keynote Speaker, #1 Amazon bestselling author, and Host of Your Midlife Comeback Story Podcast.Connect with Holly:▶️ FREE TRAINING - WTH HAPPENED TO MY MIDLIFE HEALTH? - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/register-for-master-midlife-health▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Do you enjoy the failures, the disappointments, and the difficult times? I'm guessing probably not. Most people don't. Most people don't wake up and say I can't wait to be a failure today woo hoo! It doesn't help that success is pushed so much that “They” say that failure is not an option. Let's agree to disagree. I actually believe it's THE BEST option. I believe that failure is THE BEST path to achieving success.Today, we are going to answer the question… how does failure actually propel your success to even greater levels? The answer is powerful, it involves the original Rocky movie… and I think it's going to surprise you.Together, we will unpack:How negative thoughts and replaying past failures consume and hinder us.How contrasting experiences bring clarity to our goals and aspirations.Why going through adversity can lead to a negative mindset and a sense of victimhood.The secret to how winners embrace failure as part of their journey without letting it define them.Mentioned Resources:Book - Miracle Morning Expanded Edition by Hal Elrod - https://amzn.to/47aqRzeEpisode 74 – When Gratitude is Put to the Test – My Divorce Story https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/blog/episode-74 Connect with Holly:▶️ FREE TRAINING - WTH HAPPENED TO MY MIDLIFE HEALTH? - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/register-for-master-midlife-health▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

If you think that joyful eating means enjoying your favorite flavor of ice cream, think again. What if I told you there was a way to love what you eat, especially when it comes to eating healthy, nutritious food? If you are ready to explore adding joyfulness and gratitude onto the plate of your next meal, then this episode is for you!Together, we will unpack:Is a reduction in calories necessary for weight loss?Is it helpful to get angry with dieting, especially if it's not working for you?What are the 4 pillars of joyful eating?How is joyful eating different from intuitive eating?The biggest mistakes that most women make when it comes to losing weight.The number one habit to get started with joyful eating.My guest today is Amy Lang. Amy works with women in STEM to help them rediscover joyful eating, free themselves from diet culture, and create hormone-based habits that makes weight loss easy and inevitable. Amy is the bestselling author of Thoughts are Habits Too, she's a former health club owner, and she's host of the Happy and Healthy with Amy Podcast. What I love the most about Amy, and especially in this interview, is how much she really does bring joy into eating, because food is truly designed to nourish every single cell of our body. One of her gifts is to help you discover a new level of joyful eating, and I can't wait to jump into this episode.Connect with Amy Lang:▶️ Happy & Healthy with Amy Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-healthy-with-amy/id1497632710▶️ Thoughts are Habits Too (Book) - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CND9WN9T Connect with Holly:▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Book Your Complimentary Discovery Call - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

You know when you hit your late 40's and into your 50's and you feel stuck and not really sure about what you want to do in your life? It's like you know you are meant for more, but you aren't quite sure what that is, or how to even figure out who the real you actually is. And you ask yourself… what is actually possible for me? If you're in midlife and you are asking yourselves these questions… this episode is for you.Today's guest has a superpower to help midlife women get really good at imagining what's actually possible for them in their next chapter - so much so that they can get excited about creating a roadmap to a more fun and meaningful future!Together, we will unpack:How do we know we're stuck in life, especially if we are successful with our career?How we can find our next best step even if there isn't certainty?Does our identity keep us stuck?How do we navigate the messy middle from a place of possibility?How can we be open to life's miracles?My guest today is Midlife Transition Coach, Suzy Rosenstein. Suzy is a host of two popular podcasts, Women in the Middle: Loving Life after 50 (which is in the top 1% of podcasts globally) and the new Women in the Middle Entrepreneurs Podcast: The Reality of Running a Business after 50. She's also the author of the book, 50 Ways to Celebrate Life after 50: Get Unstuck, Avoid Regrets and Live Your Best Life!What I love the most about Suzy and especially this interview, is how much she normalizes all of the stuff that we deal with in midlife. One of her gifts is to help you break through to what is possible and I can't wait to jump in.Connect with Suzy Rosenstein:▶️ Grab the Secrets to Fall in Love with Your Life Again! https://suzyrosenstein.com/podcast-bundle/▶️ On the web: https://suzyrosenstein.com/▶️ Women in the Middle Podcast: https://suzyrosenstein.com/category/podcast/▶️ Women in the Middle Entrepreneurs Podcast: https://suzyrosenstein.com/category/entrepreneurspodcast/▶️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themidlifecoach▶️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themidlifecoach_suzy/ Connect with Holly:▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Book Your Complimentary Discovery Call - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

If you ever wanted to know if I had any regrets about my breast cancer treatment, I'm going to share the answer to that awkward question in today's episode. This episode isn't just for someone who is currently going through treatment or is a cancer survivor. This episode is for every single woman who listens to my podcast. In last week's episode 122, Mindset Magic for Radical Results, I asked Christie Miller the question… if she had a magic wand to change her journey with cancer, would she? In today's episode, I'm going to answer that very same question about my own cancer journey… if I could go back in time, what would that look like?Together, we will unpack:If I could go back in time with my own cancer journey, would I actually change anything?How living in the past doesn't change anything, but living for the present and making sustainable changes does.How cancer was the tap on the shoulder that I needed, but ultimately ignored, and the storm that followed after.Mentioned Resources: ▶️  Mindset Magic for Radical Results with Christie Miller - https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/blog/episode-122Connect with Holly:▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Book Your Complimentary Discovery Call - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Should I introduce this episode by telling you that my guest was born premature and addicted to drugs? Should I introduce this episode by telling you that my guest annihilated stage 4 breast AND brain cancer to the point where she is called a radical remission miracle? I think I'll just say… if you feel like your life needs a boost, and you want to uplevel the results you get in any area of your life, this is the episode for you.My guest today is Christie Miller. Christie is a fun-loving, action-oriented mindset and business coach, motivational speaker, and author of The Playlist for Life. Her career has spanned roles as a financial analyst, corporate attorney, interior designer, and even an LA County Sheriff. These diverse adventures were not just jobs, but stepping stones toward her real calling: coaching others to believe that anything is possible and helping them overcome their fears, so they can play to win in all areas of their lives.Christie was born prematurely and addicted to drugs, and she was not expected to survive. Fast forward, she recently overcame Stage 4 breast and brain cancer. The word overcame is actually an understatement. It was complete annihilation. Christie was declared a "radical remission miracle" by Dr. Katie Deming, the Conscious Oncologist. Christie's journey is a powerful testament to her invincible spirit and the life-changing mindset techniques she champions. Get ready to be inspired.Together, we will unpack:Is having a positive mindset something you are born with or something you can develop over time?The shocking thing that Christie Miller did after a breast cancer AND brain cancer diagnosis.The first and most important step that she took to achieve radical remission from stage 4 cancer.Why it's difficult to slow down when you are a Type-A overachiever and how to make it easy.Is there one mindset strategy that is more helpful than others?The best way to get out of the funk when you are stuck and unhappy?Connect with Christie Miller:▶️ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coachchristiemiller/▶️  60-second What's Your Current Mindset Persona - https://christiemiller.com/mindset Connect with Holly:▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Book Your Complimentary Discovery Call - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Have you ever found yourself thinking… can a day go by without someone bringing up the pandemic? It's still a part of the fabric of our lives, whether we want it to be or not.It was “the great reset” for us. But it also left us absolutely crippled as a society with a new epidemic with the increased mental health crisis. Increased anxiousness. Increased depression. Increased suicide. We lost our way on how to navigate back to homeostasis. On today's episode, we are going to answer the question… how can we handle the fallout that's still remaining from the pandemic when it comes to our mental health?Together, we will unpack:How can we handle the mental health fallout still remaining from the pandemic?How I strengthened my immune system during the pandemic and it's now stronger than ever. AND... what you can do now.How to step out of fear and into empowerment during the chaos of every day life.Mentioned Resources:▶️  BECOME Your Best Self with Heather StewartConnect with Holly:▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Book Your Complimentary Discovery Call - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

One of my biggest pet peeves with the health and wellness industry is that so often, the focus is ONLY on nutrition and exercise, when in reality, there are many other factors that combine to create our overall well being. The reality is that there is a very specific throughline that connects our business life with our personal life and health and that's what today's episode is all about. My guest today is Heather Stewart. Heather Stewart helps You BECOME Your Best Self.She helps you balance your Body, Emotion, Community, Occupation, Money and Engagement Wellness so you can manifest your dream life into your reality.Heather is the host of the Back to Me Podcast which was conceived while she lay for three days in the Emergency Room of the hospital after having two strokes. She decided then that she needed to help more people to be in a place where bumps in the road can be navigated and your life is set up to fully support you whatever happens.Together, we will unpack:The unexpected throughline between our business lives and our health. What did we learn about our emotional health during the pandemic, and are we better or worse because of it?What's the difference between your career and your purpose?What's your joy factor when it comes to spending money?How can you find your light and remove the obstacles from letting it shine?Connect with Heather Stewart:▶️ Your Thriving Life Roadmap (download freebie) - https://heatherstewart.coach/tlm-map-download ▶️ Create your vision for 2024 - https://heatherstewart.coach/webinar▶️ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heatherstewartcoaching/ Connect with Holly:▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Book Your Complimentary Discovery Call - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

We look at our health and our career or business and the common denominator that I hear over and over again is… just tell me what to do and I'll do it. As women in our 40's and 50's, we have demanding schedules, it's hard to find the bandwidth to have the space to think for ourselves when everyone and everything is screaming at us and we are running from one fire to another.I'm here to tell you that the second you start to defy society's norms is the second that you will start to have agency in your life and is the second that you will begin to start seeing success. This is true for your health and your business so let's jump into 5 ways that you can get started.Together, we will unpack:The 5 ways to defy society's norms and truly start seeing success.The key to sustainable growth and how to apply it to your life.The two things that separate successful people from those who continue to struggle.Why saying "just tell me what to do, and I'll do it" doesn't work.Mentioned Resources:▶️  Episode 107: 5 Shifts to Achieve Your Biggest Breakthrough with Your Health▶️ Join the priority list and be the first to know when Business by Design (BBD) opens up! --> https://www.jameswedmoretraining.com/a/2147507251/hY7YtmUXConnect with Holly:▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Book Your Complimentary Discovery Call - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

This is part 2. Part 1 was where I shared the story of how I went from the FBI to becoming a holistic health coach… most of the story I had never shared publicly before. In this episode, you are going to get the ugly and the messy part that happened next. You can listen to this episode independent of part 1, which is the last episode, but if you are a chronological kinda gal, then listen to episode 117 before jumping into this one.Together, we will unpack:How my methodology differs from others in the health industry, and why doing things a different way is so critical to achieve results.How chasing the "goals" in our 20's and 30's can lead to burnout and an identity crisis in our 40's and 50's.The fateful day that changed my perspective on my business forever.

I'm just going to say it. If you were ever curious about what I did at the FBI, or how on earth I went from being the Chief of Staff for the FBI's Counterintelligence Program's Program Management Office to becoming a holistic health coach, this is the story that you are going to get today. I'm sharing details of that part of my career that I never shared before – how young I was when I decided I wanted to work there, how I got there in the first place, some highlights of what I did… and even some of the dark side. And you get a little behind the scenes of that infamous 3-letter agency you either love or hate.Before we jump in, I want to mention that this episode does have a very rare explicit rating because of one teeny tiny minor word but I don't want to go to podcast jail and the rules are very nebulous... I use the word that begins with the letter A to describe your bum. Yes, this episode is brought to you by the letters F-B-I… and A. Here's the thing too… I know that a lot of you listen in your car with your kids and I purposely keep my episodes clean for that very reason. But in this case... this word was the only way to describe the situation. And you're going to know why very soon.Together, we will unpack:The rise and fall of my career with the FBI.The dark side of working at the FBI that no one talks about.How my own health struggles inspired me to become a holistic health coach.How finding the right business coach allowed me to catapult my business forward.▶️ Join the priority list and be the first to know when Business by Design (BBD) opens up! --> https://www.jameswedmoretraining.com/a/2147507251/hY7YtmUX Connect with Holly:▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Book Your Complimentary Discovery Call - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

The concept of everything in moderation is a good concept in theory.It's just one piece of cake.It's a special occasion, enjoy some dessert.But everything in moderation is the biggest lie ever. Yeah, we're going to open up this can of worms on today's episode. Because we say this phrase often and we say it convincingly. But have you ever given any thought to what it actually means and what are the consequences?For the record – I'm not anti-moderation because at the end of the episode, we're also going to explore the other side of the argument and look at this from a different perspective.Today, we are going to answer the question… why is everything in moderation the biggest lie ever? And it might involve a salacious confession by yours truly about eating an entire sleeve of thin mints.Together, we will unpack:Why everything in moderation is the biggest lie ever.What the food companies don't want you to know.What 4 things you can do to mitigate the negative effects of the daily avalanche of chemicals being introduced to your body.Why living in a bubble is not the answer.Mentioned Resources:▶️ Hand Lotion and other non-toxic beauty care by BeautyCounterConnect with Holly:▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Book Your Complimentary Discovery Call - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

If I were to say that diets suck and they don't work, I truly believe that 99.9% of you will agree with me. They do suck.Why? Because when you go on a diet, you need to eat lots of salad a.k.a. rabbit food. Rabbit food sucks. You're not full and you get hangry. You complain how much you hate this. And then the first obstacle that comes your way, you quit and it's just becomes easier to go back to eating what you normally eat.That pretty much sums it up. But have you ever wondered why they suck, and they don't work? And have you ever asked yourself… if they do suck and they don't work… why do I keep going back to these same diets over and over again?On today's episode, we are going to answer the question… what are the 5 reasons why this game is rigged against us, and what can you do instead to actually see results?Together, we will unpack:Why diets suck and they don't work. The 5 reasons why the diet game is rigged against us and what we can do instead to actually see results.What are the Stages of Change and how can we break free from the cycle?Connect with Holly:▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Book Your Complimentary Discovery Call - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Welcome back to part 5 of this special 5-part series called Your Comeback Experience. Congratulations on making it to the final episode. You did it and you should be proud of yourself for making this investment in yourself because I know your time is valuable and I hope you had an awesome time creating your comeback experience.In this episode, we will answer the question… how can you take all of the pieces from these past 4 episodes and put them together into an actual game plan.When you finish this episode, you will walk away with your very own assessment of your health as it relates to your energy levels, your sleep, and your metabolic health and weight. And… a game plan going forward to make it all happen. I am so excited for you.Together, we will unpack:How can you take all of the pieces from these past 4 episodes and put them together into an actual game plan?What is the Back to You Method and how and how can you apply it to your life, without crazy diets, restrictive protocols, or hours in the gym?What does it look like on the other side, when you are able to optimize greater energy, restorative sleep, optimal weight and metabolic health?Mentioned Resources:▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com Connect with Holly:▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Book Your Complimentary Discovery Call - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

One thing is for certain is that the journey to improving your health is going to have lots of obstacles and things that will want to derail you. It's easy to focus on and give our attention to what is screaming the loudest. But when you can keep your focus on the vision, not the view, you learn the agility to stay the course when the obstacles happen.In this episode, we will answer the question… how can you stay on track with your health goals, especially when life gets life-ey and the obstacles are non-stop?In today's episode, you will walk away with understanding why it's so important to coexist with stress, and how to create your game plan to be more agile when the setbacks happen and especially, when you don't feel supported.Together, we will unpack:How can you stay on track with your health goals, especially when life gets life-ey and the obstacles are non-stop?Why is it so important to coexist with stress, and how can you create your game plan to be more agile when the setbacks happen and especially, when you don't feel supported?What obstacles are we faced with daily and how can you overcome them?Mentioned Resources:▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.comConnect with Holly:▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Book Your Complimentary Discovery Call - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

When it comes to improving your health, weight, energy, or sleep, have you ever said… just tell me what to do and I'll do it? You are looking for the thing to do to get the result.Or the other one that I hear is that you will tell me that you know exactly what you're supposed to do.Let's break this down. If you know what you are supposed to do, why aren't you doing it? And if you are doing the thing the expert tells you to do, why isn't it working? And when you start, why is it such a struggle to stay committed to the plan?In this episode, we will answer the question… why is it that goal-setting methods work for high achievers with their careers and families and most other areas of their lives, but these same methods don't work when it comes to getting healthier?Together, we will unpack:The right and wrong time to set goals to achieve better health.Why goal-setting methods work for high achievers, but these same methods don't work when it comes to getting healthier.Why you might be stuck in the perfectionist trap and how to break out of it.Three ways to create your future self, without goal setting.Mentioned Resources:▶️ Episode 110: Your Comeback Experience Part 1 (R = Rear View Mirror)▶️ Episode 111: Your Comeback Experience Part 2 (O = Own Your Ship) Connect with Holly:▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Book Your Complimentary Discovery Call - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

When it comes to improving your health and wellness, well actually… pretty much anything in life… there's one very specific thing that is going to catapult your success. This is the one thing that separates the woman who see results from the woman who doesn't. It is also the one thing that most people either roll their eyes at, or dismiss, or run away from. It is designed to create the most resistance, because it's the one thing that will guarantee progress and results.In this episode, we will answer the question… what is the number one thing that separates those who see results with their health, from those who don't?In today's episode, you will walk away with understanding the power of personal responsibility as it relates to the challenges in our society to make healthy choices a part of your lifestyle.Together, we will unpack:What separates those who see results with their health, from those who don't?What is radical responsibility and how can it shift your perspective to make healthy choices a part of your lifestyle?The most important takeaway from George Wilson's study and how you can apply it to your life.How our weight and the absence of disease does not necessarily mean we are healthy.Mentioned Resources:Episode 110: Your Comeback Experience Part 1 (R = Rear View Mirror)Connect with Holly: ▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Complete an Application and Book Your Discovery Call (Back to YOU Program) - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

If you are in your 40's or 50's give or take, I'm guessing you have tried it ALL when it comes to improving your health. As women with demanding schedules, we go a million miles an hour and we don't stop. Between our career and spouse and kids and even grandkids and aging parents and volunteer stuff and community stuff… we do not have any time for ourselves.And then when it comes to things like... I want more energy or I want to get back into my old jeans or I just want to feel better about myself...We look to the expert and we say, "Just tell me what I need to do to fix this." We are women who take action in all areas of our lives so we look for the magic bullet that is going to produce the result.We are used to taking action. We are used to being successful. We've typically got a great career and or great family, and we have everything under control.But why can't we figure it out when it comes to our health?Welcome to the brand new look and feel as the Gratitude Builds Fortitude Podcast is now called Your Comeback Story. Yes, the podcast had a little makeover, and I'm excited to begin your new journey with a 5 part series called Your Comeback Experience.Together, we will unpack:Introduce the ROCKY-inspired framework. The common struggles of busy women and how to balance demanding lives and schedules while trying to improve their health.Why traditional approaches to health often fail, despite determination and willpower.Why diet culture has set you up for failure and how it perpetuates the cycle ofdisappointment and self-blame.Why is short-lived motivation followed by discouragement and a return to old habits?How to identify and heal limiting beliefs and triggers, to promote inner peace andemotional control. Connect with Holly: ▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Back to Y.O.U. Transformational Program - backtoyou.coach▶️ Complete an Application for Coaching - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Have you ever felt like you don't really belong in your religion, faith, or spiritual practice? Not that you are necessarily questioning your beliefs, but more so, how does your life fit in with what is expected of you?If you loved my interview with Jeff McKoy last week, where we talked about how to unravel the intersection of faith, spirituality, and your purpose in life, then keep listening because this bonus episode is for you.Today I am going to answer the question, what are the 4 steps that you can take to feel a greater sense of belonging in your religion, faith, or spiritual practice?Together, we will unpack:Discover 3 steps to feel more at home in your religion or spiritual practice.Why does it seem like no one these days can embrace different faith backgrounds, and why are we more divided than ever?What happens to your faith practice if you don't fit in with a specific religious organization?The one thing you can do today to lead with love in this divided world, regardless of what the religious labels look like.How you can walk more confidently in your faith, even during a time of uncertainty.Mentioned Resources:▶️ Episode 108: Unraveling the Intersection of Faith, Spirituality, and Your Purpose with Jeff McKoy Connect with Holly: ▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - podcastholly.com▶️ Back to Y.O.U. Transformational Program - backtoyou.coach▶️ Complete an Application for Coaching - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

If you've ever questioned the difference between your faith and spirituality… especially when it comes to figuring out what your calling and purpose is in life, in alignment with that walk, and how you can live to your fullest potential, then this episode is for you.This is exactly what my guest is going to share in today's episode.My guest today is Jeff McKoy.Together, we will unpack:Exploring the essence of faith vs. spirituality vs. religion - How do they differ?Embracing love as the unifying force in spirituality.Leveraging your Higher Power to overcome limitations.How our spiritual connectedness affects the world around us.Finding guidance and clarity amid silence.Jeff helps coaches who are spiritually conscious or faith aware to launch and grow a thriving online business ...without burnout, overwhelm, confusion or fear.Jeff is an Amazon #1 Bestselling Author, and the leading authority in the persuasive influence of ethical communicative expression. He is an official coach to a community of nearly 9,000 Digital CEOs and a chief marketing consultant to a network of 58 colleges.Connect with Jeff McKoy:▶️ On the Web▶️ Instagram▶️ Discover Your Coaching Business Blindspots Connect with Holly: ▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - podcastholly.com▶️ Back to Y.O.U. Transformational Program - backtoyou.coach▶️ Complete an Application for Coaching - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

If you have ever noticed that you doubt yourself or your ability to get healthier, whether that's eating healthier or losing weight or exercising more, and especially if you feel like you are all alone in this struggle… then I invite you listen up because this episode is for you.When you're thinking to yourself that I can't do this, or I don't belong… I'm here to tell you that you do belong and you can do it. We all come to this with the same abilities, but there is something specific that separates those who achieve success versus those who continue to struggle, and that is what we are going to talk about today.Today, I'm going to answer the question… what are the 5 most important shifts that you can make to achieve your biggest breakthrough with your health goals?Together, we will unpack:Discover how like-minded friends can transform your health journey.Is the secret to your health success hidden in your social circle?Thriving against the odds and building a supportive community.The power of community and a coach in your journey for better health.What are the 5 pivotal shifts to achieve breakthroughs?New studies show monitoring health progress is your ticket to success.Why knowing your numbers is a game changer for your health goals.Unraveling the food-emotion connection with vital insights for sustainable health transformation.The crucial role of belief and the surprising power of data analysis.Mentioned Resources:Episode 81 – It Matters Who You Surround Yourself With.  Here's Why. Connect with Holly: ▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - podcastholly.com▶️ Back to Y.O.U. Transformational Program - backtoyou.coach▶️ Complete an Application for Coaching - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Do you get whiplash from all of the conflicting health and wellness information that's out there? Eat this. Don't eat that. This is good for you. No, it's actually bad for you. Do you grab the bucket of popcorn watching the vegan and carnivore communities attack each other? Wait… popcorn… are we allowed to eat that these days?What if… and play with me here… what if… we can shift that conversation from blame and shame to knowledge and empowerment?If you want to get healthier, but you end up doing nothing because the information out there is so confusing… or you feel like it's being governed by the morality police… then keep listening because this episode is for you.Today, I'm going to answer the question… how can we move past the blame and shame and look at wellness from an individualized approach so that you can understand what is actually good for YOU?The answer is powerful… it involves the most overlooked item at Pizza Hut… and I think it's going to surprise you.Together, we will unpack:How can we move past the blame and shame and look at wellness individually to understand what is actually good for us?Are certain foods inherently good or bad? How are we supposed to know what to eat?When health is so polarized, how can we view it more on a spectrum?What's the biggest shift to achieve sustainable results in our health and wellness journey?How can we respect differing viewpoints and make informed decisions about our health without judging others for their choices? Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - podcastholly.comFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

If you've ever felt like you're in the middle of a big transition in life, whether that's with your health or your business… and you feel like it's bigger than you are, then this episode is for you.One of the best skills that you can have is the agility to pivot and that's exactly what my guest is going to share in today's episode.My guest today is Ryan Lee. Ryan knows a thing or two about how to be agile while going through a massive health and business transformation.Together, we will unpack:How did Ryan turn his health around and crush his weight loss goals?Pivoting like a pro - how do you know when it's the right moment to shake up your business plan?What if you stumbled on your health journey? Ryan's tips on bouncing back with grace.The number one reason why it's so important to be yourself.Quitting isn't failing, and why it's cool to call it quits sometimes.Ditching the fear of flopping in public with this mindset hack.Ryan healed himself from an autoimmune disease, lost 40 pounds, and built and sold several multi-million dollar companies. Ryan is a successful entrepreneur in the health and wellness space, which helped him rise to success as an entrepreneur in the marketing space.He has been featured on the front page of The Wall Street Journal, on dozens of TV shows, has spoken on stages, and has been called “the world's #1 lifestyle entrepreneur” by Entrepreneur.Ryan is currently running Bone + Brew, which is a bone broth coffee alternative, and he's the founder of Freedym, a free community that is basically the Netflix of marketing and entrepreneurship.Ryan is married his college sweetheart and has four great kids, and has one of the biggest hearts of service in the entrepreneurial space.Connect with Ryan Lee:bone + BREW - The Decadent Coffee AlternativeRyan Lee on the Web Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - podcastholly.comFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Does having conversations about money make you squirm? Is it seriously awkward to talk about money? What if… and play with me here… what if… we can shift that conversation from awkward to abundance?If you loved my interview with Ken Honda last week, or even if you are looking for ways to incorporate money practices that will result in financial abundance beyond your wildest dreams, then keep listening because this episode is for you.Today I am going to answer the question, how can you change your money conversations from being awkward, to being more abundant, by incorporating more happy money into your life.  The answer is powerful, it involves… creating $100,000 out of thin air…  and I think it's going to surprise you.Together, we will unpack:How can you change your money conversations from awkward to more abundant by incorporating more happy money into your life?What is the concept of Ken Honda's happy money, and how can it help you shift from scarcity to manifest financial abundance?What is the difference between money and wealth, and how does wealth relate to inner peace and completeness?How can you be more agile when going through a transformation in your life?Mentioned Resources:Episode 103: Create Financial Abundance and Happy Money with Ken HondaPurchase the book: Happy Money:  https://amzn.to/4bBFy1m Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - podcastholly.comFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Is your money smiling? Yes, really. Is it? What if I told you that this was the secret to why some people seem to create money out of thin air, while others struggle to not just make money, but to keep what they make?Today, my guest, Ken Honda, is going to answer the question, how can you make your money happy to create financial abundance? The answer is powerful, it involves opera singing, and I think it's going to surprise you.Together, we will unpack:What exactly is Happy Money and how does it impact our finances?Can emotional intelligence transform your wealth?The surprising results of creating joy with your finances. How generational money stories shape our finances. The number one way to create personal success.How to create prosperous service without self-sacrifice.My guest today is money and happiness expert, Ken Honda. Ken Honda is a bestselling self-development author in Japan, with book sales over eight million copies. His latest book is called “Happy Money: The Japanese Art of Making Peace With Your Money.I could not wait to share my gratitude with him for the impact that Happy Money had on my life, and I was also excited to ask all of the questions that came up while I read the book for the second time.What you will notice right away, and what I admire most about Ken is his humbleness, his graciousness, and his authenticity, which speaks to his Happy Money attitude.Connect with Ken Honda:Purchase the book: Happy Money:  https://amzn.to/4bBFy1m Follow Ken on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kenhondahappymoney/Follow Ken on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happykenhonda/ Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - podcastholly.comFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

I think, especially as women, we grow up with this idea in our head of what our perfect life is supposed to look like. We have a successful career, we have a wonderful spouse and kids…This is what you've always said was supposed to make you happy right? So let me ask you this… if this is what you've always dreamed about… are you really happy?So often when we hear about a comeback story, we think about overcoming this big adversity. But here's the thing. We are at a place in our lives right now, where that comeback… looks like coming back to a life that isn't burning the candle at both ends. Coming back to a life where you don't collapse in a heap of exhaustion at the end of the day. Coming back to a life where you find that happiness again and you get your joy and your sparkle back.Today I am going to answer the question, how can you create your own comeback story?The answer is powerful, it involves… an 80's movie montage…  And I think it's going to surprise you.Together, we will unpack:How can stress and inflammation perpetuate a cycle of suffering in our lives?Why is it important to take responsibility for our own health and well-being?The key steps for creating a successful "comeback story" in life.How we shift our mindset and habits to achieve self-love and personal growth.What role do visualization and goal setting play in shaping our future selves?Making peace with our past and taking personal responsibility leading to positive transformation.Mentioned Resources:Episode 90 - Triple Threat or Thankful Grateful Blessed? Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - podcastholly.comFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

If you have ever found yourself in one of those chapters in your life of endings and beginnings, or maybe you are on an anniversary of one of those chapters and you seem to be reflecting on those lessons, then keep listening, because this episode is for you.In last week's episode, which was the big celebration 100th episode of the Gratitude Builds Fortitude Podcast, Amy Stark talked about the 7 steps to ultimate transformation. Here in this bonus episode, I want to expand on some key insights from that conversation that could be the catalyst for turning your life around. I will give you fair warning, there is quite a bit of my own personal reflection going on with some big events in my life… and I encourage you to use this as a time for your own reflection. Because we are going to do more exploration into radical responsibility, the reticular activating system, and embracing change, whether it's change by your choice or not. So let's jump into more reflections and this transformation together. Today I am going to answer the question, how can you be more settled and find peace during those chapters in your life that are full of endings and beginnings?The answer is powerful, it involves… finding the most unusual tool in your toolkit…  And I think it's going to surprise you.Together, we will unpack:How can you find peace during chapters of endings and beginnings in your life?What is the significance of taking radical responsibility for your health and life during difficult times?Why is it important to fully embrace and experience raw emotions rather than immediately seeking to numb them?How can a shift in mindset and approach lead to unstoppable transformation in health and life?What does creating your own comeback story in health, life, career, and relationships mean?Mentioned Resources:Episode 100 - 7 Steps to Your Ultimate Transformation with Amy Stark. The 100th Celebration EpisodeEpisode 74 - When Gratitude is Put to the Test - My Divorce Story Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - podcastholly.comFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Welcome to the 100th episode of the Gratitude Builds Fortitude Podcast!Thank you for being here. Thank you for tuning in and listening every week. Thank you for being a loyal listener. Thank you for your 5-star reviews and ratings. Thank you for reaching out on Instagram and letting me know how much the show has impacted you. It really means a lot to me that this message has meaning. I also want to give a special shout out to my podcast producer, Leah Bryant, and her team, and to my team as well, for all of the behind the scenes work that all of you do to bring this show to life every week. This celebration is as much for all of you as it is for me.On today's episode, my guest, Amy Stark, is going to answer the question… what are the 7 steps you can take to create your ultimate transformation?The answer is powerful, it involves some buffalo, and I think it's going to surprise you.My guest today is Amy Stark. Amy is a Transformation Specialist and the host of The Stark Transformation Show. For over a decade, Amy has been teaching others how to master their life and energy with the most cutting-edge tools and techniques.Together, we will unpack:How embracing transformation can lead to personal growth and resilience.What are the benefits of discipline in achieving personal and physical transformation?How self-awareness and self-regulation contribute to overall well-being and happiness.What tools and practices can be used to regulate the nervous system and manage thoughts for personal transformation?What is the significance of knowing one's "why" for pursuing transformation and making positive changes?How do societal influences and personal barriers impact our ability to make positive changes for transformation?The role gratitude and joy play in the process of personal growth and transformation.Building a supportive tribe contributes to the sustainability and success of personal transformation.Connect with Amy:Listen to the Stark Transformation Show PodcastFollow Amy and Stark Transformation on InstagramFollow Amy and Stark Transformation on FacebookLearn more about Amy and Stark Transformation Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

If you are a fan of the Miracle Morning and you are ready to take the SAVERS to the next level, if you loved my interview with Hal Elrod last week, or even if you are looking for ways to incorporate daily practices that will result in success beyond your wildest dreams, then keep listening because this episode is for you.Today I am going to answer the question, what are 5 new ways that you can incorporate Hal Elrod's Miracle Morning into your daily routine to create even more success in your life?The answer is powerful, it involves… an out of body dream in Sedona, AZ…  And I think it's going to surprise you.Together, we will unpack:How taking ownership of your life gives you power, influence, and the ability to drive change. Learn how to view adversities as opportunities for growth and develop an unwavering mindset that propels you forward, no matter what life throws your way. Why Big G Gratitude isn't just about saying "thanks" -it's a way of life. Discover why it's important to expand your consciousness, embrace change, and choose how to respond to triggers in a way that moves you toward success. Why creating a consistent morning routine provides stability and safety even in times of uncertainty.Mentioned Resources:Episode 98 – Hal Elrod Shares His Top Secrets to Create Your Miracle Morning and Miracle LifeThe Miracle Morning Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

If your mornings are full of chaos, which then creates a day full of chaos, this episode is for you.What if… I told you that there was a way that you can take 6-10 minutes – the exact amount of time that you probably spend dreading getting out of bed… and stack your morning with proven, ancient traditions that not only give you a head start on your day, but will help you to create your miracle life.On today's episode, my guest, Hal Elrod, is going to answer the question… how can you create your Miracle Morning and Miracle Life? Even if you aren't a morning person.The answer is powerful, and I think it's going to surprise you.Together, we will unpack:What is the Miracle Morning, and how can it change your life? What specific benefits do the S.A.V.E.R.S. have in creating your optimal day?Can you really do this in 6-10 minutes? And does it have to be in the morning or can you practice any time of day?The 2 biggest misconceptions about affirmations.How you can create your miracle evening for optimal restorative sleep.Hal's experience with heartfelt gratitude in overcoming a tragic car accident, cancer, and other adversities in life, and why it's important to be grateful for more than just the good things in life. Hal Elrod is an international keynote speaker and the author of 12 books, most notably The Miracle Morning, which has sold over 3 million copies, and has recently been expanded by 70 additional pages and 2 additional chapters, including the Miracle Evening and the Miracle Life. His mission is to elevate the consciousness of humanity, one morning at a time, and he has certainly done that, not just with the millions of readers, but for me personally. Hal's list of adversities that he's overcome in his life is a mile long, and we'll get to that in the interview, but it's not the adversities, it's how he's overcome them and turned them into perspectives and practices that are going to transform your life, like they did mine.It's my honor to share this special episode with you, where we are counting down to 100 episodes of the Gratitude Builds Fortitude Podcast with some of my favorite and most influential people in my life.Mentioned Resources:Get the Book - The Miracle MorningConnect with Hal Elrod and The Miracle Morning Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

We think that the key to success is all about making a good decision and then putting forth the effort to create the outcome. But what if I told you there were some hidden costs involved when we do it this way? If you are ready to streamline your efforts and decisions, then listen up, this podcast episode is for you.Today, we are going to answer the question… what are the hidden costs that we don't think about when we make decisions and put forth effort to achieve our goals?The answer is powerful, it involves… a room full of boxes. And I think it's going to surprise you.Together, we will unpack:The often-overlooked costs associated with decision-making.The unexpected challenges and emotional toll that decisions create. The emotional and logistical challenges involved in pursuing a goal.The effort of not doing something and the cost of inaction versus return on investment.Mentioned Resources:Episode 96 – What Separates Top Performers from Everyone Else with Mark BaileyConnect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

If you want to be a high achiever, then listen up. On today's episode, my guest is going to answer the question… what separates top performers from everyone else?The answer is powerful, and I think it's going to surprise you.Together, we will unpack:What is the difference between high performers and achievers and everyone else?How to prioritize your goals to achieve higher-level results.Is there a difference between making the right and wrong decisions?Why it's essential to embrace bold decisions.The importance of challenging assumptions and beliefs so that you can continue evolving and growing.Mark Bailey is a high-performance coach who develops entrepreneurs in leadership, performance, and growth. He is the creator of the Behaving Boldly Blueprint ™ where he helps entrepreneurs conquer overwhelm to increase impact and income so they can have greater flexibility and freedom in their business and life.Mark spent more than 20 years in leadership, sales, marketing, and training, including working as a coach with Infusionsoft/Keap where he trained 1000 entrepreneurs to integrate influence and persuasion to achieve faster results. He's also worked with top 7 and 8-figure brands to coach and train thousands of entrepreneurs within their elite Masterminds. Connect With Mark Bailey:InstagramMentioned Resources:Episode 78 - Trust the Vision, Not the View Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

We've all heard the advice from Steven Covey to begin with the end in mind. But what if I told you that was only half of the equation?Today, we are going to answer the question… what is the missing piece to completing this circle and becoming a highly effective person?The answer is powerful, it involves…well… you're just gonna have to listen. Because I think it's going to surprise you.Together, we unpack:Discover the missing pieces to success.The importance of ending with the beginning in mind.The perception of endings and transitions.Mentioned Resources:Episode 74 - When Gratitude is Put to the Test - My Divorce StoryConnect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Welcome to Day 12 of the 12 Days of Gratitude! This year's theme is the Year of You.Congratulations on making it to Day 12! This is where our vision from days or weeks or months ago actually becomes our reality. It's a big deal and it's worth celebrating. In addition to celebrating, this is when you look back and reflect on your journey. And do a little debrief. What are the lessons that you learned?What were the hurdles that you overcame?Who was the person who you became in the process?What worked?What didn't work?What would you change the next time around?How were you grateful for both the good times and the bad?It's called a journey for a reason. The horizon doesn't have a start or a finish. It's the same with life. We hit our goals or we reach a new height and we celebrate.Thanks for tuning into this special series, the 12 Days of Gratitude. Be sure to download your free journal prompts at pinkfortitude.com/12. And... if you are ready to take those next steps to claim that 2024 is the Year of You, head over to pinkfortitude.com/coach to learn more.Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Welcome to Day 11 of the 12 Days of Gratitude! This year's theme is the Year of You.There are 5 main stress areas that we have in life. Let me ask you... what is the main source of stress in your life right nowRelationshipsWork–career, entrepreneur Loss / Grief –death, divorce, becoming an empty nester, losing a jobBig Changes –moving, marriage, baby, becoming a caregiverIllness / DiseaseWhich one or ones are you dealing with?Thanks for tuning into this special series, the 12 Days of Gratitude. Be sure to download your free journal prompts at pinkfortitude.com/12. And... if you are ready to take those next steps to claim that 2024 is the Year of You, head over to pinkfortitude.com/coach to learn more.Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Welcome to Day 10 of the 12 Days of Gratitude. This year's theme is the Year of You.I have worked with clients with chronic health conditions and they all tell me that being sick is a full time job. They wake up every single day and their disease and their condition dictates the kind of day that they are going to have. And then we talk about making these changes to create a healthier lifestyle, and I want to be perfectly clear, I never talk about a cure, I only talk about creating better health.That is why creating safety net routines are so important... and safety net routines that match your lifestyle and the goals that you want to achieve.Thanks for tuning into this special series, the 12 Days of Gratitude. Be sure to download your free journal prompts at pinkfortitude.com/12. And... if you are ready to take those next steps to claim that 2024 is the Year of You, head over to pinkfortitude.com/coach to learn more.Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Welcome to Day 9 of the 12 Days of Gratitude! This year's theme is the Year of You.Yesterday, we talked about protecting your body from harm. Today, we are going to create that shift into body acceptance. This is another topic that we can talk about for days. The common lexicon of body acceptance is I can do whatever I want and eat whatever I want and have all of these unhealthy habits and I don't care what you think about me, I am going to accept my body whatever it looks like.The real power of gratitude happens when you can love and accept your body from a place of a lifestyle of appreciating how it keeps you healthy every day.Thanks for tuning into this special series, the 12 Days of Gratitude. Be sure to download your free journal prompts at pinkfortitude.com/12. And... if you are ready to take those next steps to claim that 2024 is the Year of You, head over to pinkfortitude.com/coach to learn more.Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Welcome to Day 8 of the 12 Days of Gratitude! This year's theme is the Year of You.We could talk about this for days. And this is definitely a student favorite in my 12week group coaching program. And here's why. We think that good health is the absence of disease. Let me say this differently. We think that if we do not have a disease, then we are healthy.What they don't teach us, anywhere, unless we look for it, is how a disease actually happens in the body.WHAT IF... we were to flip this upside down and instead, create a lifestyle of healthy factors so that you can activate true health from within, and minimize the chance of getting a disease?Thanks for tuning into this special series, the 12 Days of Gratitude. Be sure to download your free journal prompts at pinkfortitude.com/12. And... if you are ready to take those next steps to claim that 2024 is the Year of You, head over to pinkfortitude.com/coach to learn more.Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Welcome to Day 7 of the 12 Days of Gratitude. This year's theme is the Year of You.How much different advice is out there... wake up early, make your bed, do your gratitudes before you go to sleep.Tim Ferris says, “If you win the morning, you win the day.”Hal Elrod says, “How you start your day is the most important decision to transform your life.”And then don't forget about the evening routines. What if you aren't a morning person and you're trying to be a morning person or what if you're what if you aren't an evening person and you're trying to be an evening person?Thanks for tuning into this special series, the 12 Days of Gratitude. Be sure to download your free journal prompts at pinkfortitude.com/12. And... if you are ready to take those next steps to claim that 2024 is the Year of You, head over to pinkfortitude.com/coach to learn more.Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Welcome to Day 6 of the 12 Days of Gratitude! This year's theme is the Year of You.You may or may not know this, but I accidentally started this podcast. Yes, it is possible to accidentally start a podcast. What had happened, I use theKajabi platform for everything in my business, and Kajabi introduced a podcast capability on its platform.Well, I had been a blogger. I love to write, and obviously a lot has changed in the last year and a half, but at that moment in time, I absolutely hated to speak. And as an aside, I'm 100% convinced that not wanting to speak, and having Hashimoto's are totally connected. New podcasts were popping up left and right. Everyone was starting a podcast. I would get asked if I was ever going to start a podcast and my answer was, over my cold, dead body.Thanks for tuning into this special series, the 12 Days of Gratitude. Be sure to download your free journal prompts at pinkfortitude.com/12. And... if you are ready to take those next steps to claim that 2024 is the Year of You, head over to pinkfortitude.com/coach to learn more.Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Welcome to Day 5 of the 12 Days of Gratitude! This year's theme is the Year of You.Now that you've created your inner sanctuary, what is going to happen when the resistance comes up when you are trying to reach your goals and become the best version of you? There's all of these gurus out there with a lot of different goal setting techniques. SMART, write them down, put them on your vision board, visualize them, get an accountability buddy. We've read the books, we've listened to the podcast episodes... so why is it when we do all of the things, we still can't achieve our goals?Thanks for tuning into this special series, the 12 Days of Gratitude. Be sure to download your free journal prompts at pinkfortitude.com/12. And... if you are ready to take those next steps to claim that 2024 is the Year of You, head over to pinkfortitude.com/coach to learn more.Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Welcome to Day 4 of the 12 Days of Gratitude! This year's theme is the Year of You.When I onboard a new client, we always have a conversation about what they want to accomplish in our time together. It's important to be mindful of those goals. But what happens, 100% of the time, is that we always take a detour to get there. And you want to know why this happens? It's because at the end of the day, those goals are extremely important, but if we keep swimming up the river, past those goals, we get to something better. We get to the core. I can't tell my clients that this is what they REALLY want. In order for this to work, they have to find it out and figure it out themselves.Thanks for tuning into this special series, the 12 Days of Gratitude. Be sure to download your free journal prompts at pinkfortitude.com/12. And... if you are ready to take those next steps to claim that 2024 is the Year of You, head over to pinkfortitude.com/coach to learn more.Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Welcome to Day 3 of the 12 days of Gratitude! This year's theme is the Year of You.Yesterday, I talked about recognizing old patterns and beliefs. These patterns only become a problem if you view them from a place of shame or blame. Which they are not. These are normal human patterns that we all experience. In order to move past the blame and shame, and to begin creating the Year of You, your next step is to accept your past, and accept your past from a place of how it made you who you are. The best way to do this is from aplace of curiosity and wonder.Thanks for tuning into this special series, the 12 Days of Gratitude. Be sure to download your free journal prompts at pinkfortitude.com/12. And... if you are ready to take those next steps to claim that 2024 is the Year of You, head over to pinkfortitude.com/coach to learn more.Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Welcome to Day 2 of the 12 days of Gratitude! This year's topic is the Year of You.We fall into the same patterns and beliefs over and over again. It's human nature. Our actions are based on our identity, thoughts, beliefs, and patterns. The science is mixed, but let's go with the common narrative that we have between 50-80 thousand thoughts a day, and 80-90 percent of them are negative, and 80-90 percent of them are the same thoughts from the day before. No wonder we keep getting stuck in the same rut and the same patterns over and over again.These patterns and beliefs run the show. That is why... when we try to make the changes that we want to make that we get excited for a short time, but then we go right back into doing things the same... we get excited, we learn all of the things that we need to learn. But there's a huge disconnect between knowing them and implementing them, and actually embodying them.Thanks for tuning into this special series, the 12 Days of Gratitude. Be sure to download your free journal prompts at pinkfortitude.com/12. And... if you are ready to take those next steps to claim that 2024 is the Year of You, head over to pinkfortitude.com/coach to learn more.Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Welcome to Day 1 of the 12 Days of Gratitude! This year's theme is the Year of You.When we go through something, whether it's an adverse event, challenging situation, trauma that we've experienced, or even if it's just the accumulation of everything piling on top of each other...one thing is universal and that is there is a natural phase where we get angry. We become angry at ourselves, angry at others, and even angry at God, and then, we feel like the world is against us. It's a very natural response. It's not anything to be ashamed of. But what happens, and we don't even realize it, is that the anger brings it's besties, anxiety, fear, resentment, and we marinate in all of these colorful emotions a little longer than we need to. And then, it has collateral damage...our self esteem and self worth take a hit, and we lose our confidence and our sparkle. We lose what makes us... us. Thanks for tuning into this special series, the 12 Days of Gratitude. Be sure to download your free journal prompts at pinkfortitude.com/12. And... if you are ready to take those next steps to claim that 2024 is the Year of You, head over to pinkfortitude.com/coach to learn more.Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

If you feel like achieving success is always just out of reach, then this episode is for you. This is Part 2 of a 2-part series, where you are going to get your very own blueprint on the steps that you need to take to ACTUALLY achieve your goals in 2024. If you are ready to shout from the rooftops that 2024 is going to be YOUR year, then this episode and last week's episode, which was on goal setting, are going to be the two most important episodes you need to listen to. Because there is a very specific reason why 92% of all New Years resolutions fail. And it has nothing to do with goal setting or vision boards or manifesting.Together, we unpack:Rewiring the brain to remove blocks and achieve goals.Discover the personal coaching technique to help identify traps hindering progress.How to achieve your dreams without following others' plans.How important mindset is in achieving goals, but not enough on its own.Learn what truly lights you up, despite external pressure.Mentioned Resources:Episode 93: Goal Setting Doesn't Work.  But THIS Does!Connect with Holly: REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIESFollow Holly Bertone on Instagram On the web - Fortitude.Academy If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!