Mountain Mantras: Wellness and Life Lessons

In this thought-provoking episode, Kat delves into the complex topics of identity, ancestral trauma, and what it means to live a good life. The episode begins with Kat reflecting on a common sentiment, "I'm not sure who I am," setting the stage for a deeper exploration of self-identity. Kat offers three powerful mantras designed to help listeners navigate their personal journeys and challenges. 3 Mantras from the episode include: "Most of us are more than one person "We have to change ourselves. Our actual terrain, the vehicle that walks through the world." "Life is a weighted average of the sum of all your minutes and the weight is based on the level of how amplified an emotion is." The conversation turns philosophical as Kat poses the question, "What is a good life?" She suggests that life is a weighted average of all our moments, with the weight determined by the intensity of our emotions. Kat concludes with a powerful message on resilience and positivity, encouraging listeners to raise their contributory frequency, asserting that even those who have endured severe trauma can make a positive impact. Tune in for a deep and enriching discussion that offers both practical advice and philosophical insights, helping you understand and navigate the complexities of identity and life's challenges.

They say that there is a planetary SHIFT going on.    Sometimes that SHIFT feels like S*&T.   Como? (what?)   Homo? (what?)   Did I say “Homo Lumininous” in this podcast?   Yes I did. If you want to learn more about this shift, I enjoyed this video and would love to share it with you:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJTtkYt3U2I   Here are the mantras from today's show:   https://makeeverythingfun.com/five-ways-to-win-in-relationships/   I also mention “the Giving Tree” conundrum, and i invite you to listen to that episode, and check out the show notes here.    Thank you for listening!

I had no idea that I'd break into tears during this podcast, but I did. The topic is love, after all.  And my heart is broken BIG TIME.   I am reviewing these notes on the morning of surgery to fix a deviated septum from middle school when my nose was severely broken.  My mom had looked at me with my Marsha-Brady-episode-where-her-nose-blew-up-to-3x-times-the-size-and-black-and-blue-eyes (that rhymes) and said, “You're fine.” So today, I don't breathe as well as would be optimal. I believe this is part of my loss of health story.  I'm finally getting it fixed.   It has been a HORRIBLE road to get to this morning. I drive around the streets of Evanston, recognizing the places where I was there for my husband when he needed surgery. When I dropped my life to “serve” him.  Now that my “service” doesn't “serve” him, where is he?    I've been a less-than-optimal-version-of-myself. I'm so sorry, to everyone, who has had to see any part of this journey. Per my ideas on apologies, I plan to make sure that I do better.  I'm on my way now to my dad's house to give him a hug. I was not my best self when I saw him last.   My mom also has been offering help, and I hope to take her up on some help during my convalescence.    In today's episode, I call on Shakira to help me, again. She has been one of my important spiritual guides in my life.  I LOVE SHAKIRA. (Me encanta!).Sometimes it can put your own problems in perspective when you hear about those of others. Shakira has been through an insane year.  My broken heart goes out to hers.   Let's start with this song by Shakira, Monotonía  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5y6xLpRwx4 OMG that is me!  I put my heart on a sleeve, and it got stepped on big time. Thrown on the street, broken. I have felt empty and lying on the floor like Shakira is shown.     Then we go to Don't You Worry https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=me19SUmWu2s   I know it's possible to cry all day and night until you fall asleep sitting up, but eventually, it DOES stop.  Your dogs or cats might be soaking wet with your tears and really pent up with energy because you haven't left the house (and are really worrying the neighbors with whatever can come through the walls), but it does eventually stop.  At least for that day.    Then you might find yourself crying the next day again, and it may also come in waves when you least expect it. But I have to say to myself, “everything's gonna be okay.” Gracias Shakira.   Then we move to Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pRpeEdMmmQ0   “When you fall get up, eh eh.”    And I will start to meet my OWN NEEDs.   After all, what we need or want from others, we must be able to give to ourselves. Connection with others plays a role in everyone's lives in different ways for different reasons. It is difficult to sustain connections with others when we struggle to connect and meet our needs within ourselves. So…   I will see myself I will hear myself I will understand myself I will fairly judge myself.   Maybe I need to take up dance lessons so that I can move like Shakira. RRRRR. And get back to my work at Nurture to help communities in need.   Mantras from the show:#1: Get to know love; we don't understand it in our culture#2: Move past “conditional” vs. “unconditional” love and consider compassionate love.#3: Understand the many types of love the Greeks appreciated: Eros, Philia, Ludus, Agape, Pragma, Philatia. I realize that I hardly get into the types on my podcast, so just read about it here.Your homework, if you choose to accept:  go help someone in need!   If you are a woman, tune in to what might be happening to other women (or the feminine side of a man) today.    There seems to be strong energy around conflict and the change of an old model that involved subjugating women. (Yep, I just wrote that– ask me about the times I've seen gross men pat waitresses' asses and be total assholes.  I've been on the wrong side of that equation, ME TOO).   See the paradigm for change from episode 124.    Two questions if you're brave enough to consider change:- Can women and men start to do LESS of being the Perpetrator and Victim?   And move into Creator and Challenger?- Can we start to truly CO-CREATE the way I believe that God/Goddess/All that is intended?   Let's finish with, What is Love (the SNL version with A Night at the Roxbury https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2h4PhgobI8   Thank you for watching.  I'm going to go pick up dog poop now. Hasta luego! I am learning late in life how to express “bad” emotions like sadness and anger.  I sent this to my Dad before heading to surgery.  He is upset with me and my recent displays of anger (even though, I believe I have a lot to be sad and mad about– being lied to and deceived by your husband for nearly decades is a biggie).   PS– If you have not been following the podcast, the LIES I was told and believed were that I was a priority in my husband's life.  He opened his mouth a gazillion times and said, “You are my #1.  You are a priority.”  He wrote those words many times. His actions didn't match those words, which created a lot of dissonance in my nervous system.  Perhaps that is why I didn't sleep and had insomnia for nearly two decades.    And you know what?  Maybe I lied too.  Maybe when I said to him, “You're doing a good job” I was certainly lying about his role as a husband. I didn't do a good job listening to my inner voice telling me something was off.    Ultimately, our lies only did a good job of hurting me. We created an enormous amount of dissonance and pent-up issues in my nervous system, which then created more problems. I'm trying to dig myself out in so many ways.   While my husband skis on the slopes and enjoys the beachfront condo I set up for him in Puerto Rico. PENDEJO.     I'm off to drive myself to surgery.  I hired some help afterward.  Be well.   This is what I sent to Jeff after I expressed anger to him, which he could not handle.   In a text:   I'm sorryPlease forgive me I love youThank you   Then he sent the cops on me.  Hopefully, with you, Dad, you will be understanding and confident in knowing that I DO love you and intend only the best for both you and me in sending this prayer to you.   I am strong and will survive.   Again, I love you.

I woke up this morning “on the wrong side of the bed.”  (It's likely the divorce I'm going through).  Sometimes I turn to music to help me process the emotions I'm feeling.  The word “emotion” comes from “emote,” which is about being in motion. I believe that feelings are meant to be felt, to be processed, which creates movement and allows them to move in and through our system. What I want to avoid is getting feelings stuck.  Or repressing what is meant to be felt. Since I'm on an inner journey to uncover repressed emotions and better understand myself, I'll use whatever tools I find helpful.  Even if that means singing off-tune (loudly) in public.  Are your ears ready? In the spiritual growth world, we talk about the Negative words that are to be avoided. We say, “Don't focus on what you DON'T want.” (Focus on what you DO want). However, I believe that it is important to understand and feel the entire spectrum of emotions, from “bad” to good, to be able to appreciate the difference. I mention a kids' book about a little girl who loves pink, but after her world turns to ALL PINK ALL THE TIME, she stops appreciating pink the way she used to. It is an analogy for how we can't expect to be happy all the time, or “happy” just doesn't feel the same.  For today's show, I drive the mantras based on No, Never, and Not but also songs with messages. I look forward to your comments! Midwest Mantra #1: Say “No” to a World that Makes You Sad.   Musical inspiration: Pop Life (Prince).  It sounds like Prince is asking us to say no to: -poverty -lack of generosity -not appreciating each other -jealousy -hierarchy -fake appearances -lack of access to healthcare and education -addiction -thirst -being boring  Midwest Mantra #2: Never Be Out of Love. Musical inspiration: All Out of Love (Air Supply).  I spoke in episode 123 about creating good boundaries to help you manage the amount of pain you can handle in a single day, week, month, or year (or lifetime). Sometimes, per Bob Newhart's sketch on SNL, we need to just “Stop it!”  Midwest Mantra #3: Not so much talking. Menos palabras? Musical inspiration: Poor Unfortunate Souls (From Disney's The Little Mermaid).  Bonus inspiration: Whip it (Devo) What I believe we need is heartfelt listening and clear communication about our needs.   Can we do that? Shall we sing more? Would you like to comment? What are YOUR needs (and do you communicate them?). Thanks for listening. Kathryn PS. I was enjoying Hint water during the recording. I highly recommend Kara Goldin's book, Undaunted.

I've been on the move a lot. I've counted up all the times that I've moved in the past six months and I moved 14 TIMES!  How crazy is that?   Anyway, I just did this incredible exercise with my coach, Jessica. And she helped me to identify my values. And I would not have guessed what they were.    My number one was purpose. I'm always the person that asks why. My second is opportunity and third is recognition.    Here are the mantras:   Nothing is as constant as change. My questions for you are:   Do you think that time is speeding up change?  Can we make change fun?    Change is growth. Change is good.  This mantra is actually a song: Everybody's Free to Wear Sunscreen. My question is:   What is your favorite lyric? Because there's so much in there about advice and things that you can take and digest, but I'm curious what resonates with you today in this moment?     Songs:  Everyone's Free to Wear Sunscreen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTJ7AzBIJoI   Changes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BgF7Y3q-as 

Why have I been so grumpy?Why the under eye bags? What is this about imposter syndrome?I've been crying. And dealing with some health challenges. Health challenges always suck, but they are especially hard when you're supposed to be some kind of “wellness expert”. In this solo cast “short”, I'm going to be brave, and I hope that by listening/watching this episode, you too can be inspired to be a little more brave.These days I'm not just crying about my health issues. I've got some broken plates I'm dealing with (LINK TO EP 124) as well as coming to terms with my tree stump status (LINK 125).   As I type these show notes, I'm sitting in the waiting room of a dermatologist. I'm here for a biopsy that will help us to investigate a tricky little blood marker for autoimmune that came up positive for me. Why is my body attacking itself?     I'm not going to get all BOO HOO here. In dealing with this “bad news”, I remembered a wonderful clip from SoulPancake that featured an extraordinary young man, Zach Sobiech. I hope SoulPancake won't be mad that I took about 14 seconds of one of their clips for my podcast- hey, maybe I can help to promote it!   Zach was diagnosed with a terminal illness. When he received this information, he launched into an amazing period of creativity to share lessons about life.  One of my favorite songs by Zach is Clouds.  I think about what Zach faced, and how he remained positive.    What I'm dealing with pales in comparison.  I mean, just because I've got a bunch of doctors appointments and tests, does that give me the right to become Ms. Grumpy pants?No. I will talk about serious stuff on my podcast, but I will always endeavor to Make It Fun. Here are the 3 mantras from today's “Solo Cast Short”:   #1: Put yourself in each others shoes- ask the two questions I forgot to say out loud on Episode 125 (but I put them in the show notes).  Here they are:  Question 1: Will the boy step into the tree's shoes* (know and feel the giving of unconditional love) Question 2: Will the tree step into the boy's shoes** (know and feel the receiving of unconditional love) #2: People change, all the time. There is nothing as constant as change.   When I work in my nonprofit Nurture, I tell kids during our “nutrition education classes” that they don't have to try the broccoli if they don't want to. But I remind them that their taste buds change all the time. I get a lot of success with this approach. What do you think?   #3: Every sentient being that you encounter is a potential spiritual guide. All you have to do is be ready and open!   I'm curious about your thoughts on my desire to go on a journey inward.  Did I pick the wrong season for this journey?   The song for today's episode is The Safety Dance. I've put the lyrics below with two important lines highlighted. Any other lyrics you'd like to emphasize?   Sticky notes for future episodes:  - We're gonna do an EP on Happiness.  Stay tuned! - Glennon Doyle Melton's, “it's not a good idea to protect our kids from pain” concept. I was intrigued when I met her and saw her speak; she's on to some great ideas.   In this episode, I I mention my Positive on Publishing interview with #1 NYT bestselling author and transformational leader, Marci Shimoff. She has this beautiful “recipe” for manifestation, as follows:IntentionAttentionNo tensionListen to the full interview with Marci here (LINK) (so good!).    The Safety Dance Lyrics We can dance if we want toWe can leave your friends behind'Cause your friends don't danceAnd if they don't danceWell, they're no friends of mine Say, we can go where we want toA place where they will never find And we can act like we comeFrom out of this worldLeave the real one far behind And we can danceOr sing We can go when we want toNight is young and so am IAnd we can dress real neatFrom our hats to our feetAnd surprise 'em with the victory cry Say, we can act if we want toIf we don't, nobody willAnd you can act real rude and totally removedAnd I can act like an imbecile And say, we can dance, we can danceEverything's out of controlWe can dance, we can danceThey're doing it from pole to pole We can dance, we can danceEverybody look at your handsWe can dance, we can dance Everybody's taking the chance Safety dance We can dance if we want toWe've got all your life and mineAs long as we abuse it, never gonna lose it Everything'll work out right I say, we can dance if we want toWe can leave your friends behindBecause your friends don't danceAnd if they don't danceWell, they're no friends of mine Well, it's the safety dance It's the safety dance Well, it's the safety dance Well, it's the safety dance Oh, it's the safety dance Oh, it's the safety dance Everybody's taking the chance

After being MIA for over 6 months, I've decided to release several episodes in succession.  Who is Kat “TK*”?  I am playing around with the concept that I'm a cat, given that I recently had an NDE (Near Death Experience).  I've had several NDEs before, and I'm starting to treat life like maybe this is the only one I've got left. A pretty basic concept, eh?  LIFE YOUR LIFE. (What would you add?) Here are some ideas: Life Your Life. Like it's your one and only. Life Your Life. Like no one's watching. Life Your Life. To honor the one and only beautiful You. Now that you've seen my examples, what would you add? It is the holiday season.  We are all under stress. What I hope you accomplish by listening to this podcast episode is to help you manage your relationships as delicately as possible.  I'm going to teach you about BESA, a poem, an acronym, and the Spanish word for “kiss.” Broken plate. Edge serrate.  Spiritual guides. And how to apologize. Get ready. You'll wonder, are you playing in a paradigm that is optimal for you and your relationship? Or, do you need to shift?  If yes, I'll give you a model to do so. Speaking of “play,” the song for this episode is INXS's “Mediate,” the second mention of this song. So it must be important. Stick around for the end of the show, which is a short 12 and a half minutes.  At the start of the show, I share a model I learned from John Newton (I encourage you to check out John's work). This model explains that we have four types of spiritual teachers: 1)  people who install your buttons,  2)  people who push your buttons,  3)  people you consider your gurus, and  4)  you! Do you notice in the above model, in the first two groups of spiritual teachers mentioned: Are these likely some of the folks you'll likely see during the holidays?   I think so. *TK is “The Kemp.” Kemp is my middle name, and I went by the middle name “The” for a while.  “The Kemp.” I thought it was fun, and I thought I'd bring it back into play for a little while. Here are the mantras: Be aware of broken plates and know that they don't mend on their own. Saying sorry does not mend broken plates.    I offer a different template for a more effective apology. I'm sorry that I did ______ I bet that my doing that made you feel _______ You are precious to me and I don't want you to feel __________ In the future, I plan to do ___________so that I avoid the problem (that broke the plate). I love you. Please forgive me. I'm sorry. Thank you. Greet/encounter people as if they are new to you - even if they are friends and family that are not new to you. People change.  A powerful way that people can change is through a paradigm shift. I discuss a model I learned about in The Fantastic book The Power of Ted. Thank you for listening.  Feel free to drop me a note on my contact page or on social media if you have any questions or comments.

What a delight it is to be back on my podcast.  I've been MIA for over 6 months. This podcast gives you a little insight into what I've been up to.  Yikes.   “You Are Not Alone” is a wonderful song by Michael Jackson.  Have a listen!   Today, I talk about my near-death experience and how even when you feel alone, you are not.    Ultimately, when we feel alone, we want to remember to love ourselves. To do that, we must start to uncover, love, and heal, our core wounds. Feelings like “I'm not enough. I'm too much. I'm not worthy.  I'm not lovable.”    Core wounds are related to shame and abandonment and can lead to apathy, which lies at the bottom of the Map of Consciousness.I interviewed Dr. Mario Martinez about core wounds, which he calls “archetypal wounds” or “dampers of becomingness”; in his framework, they include shame, abandonment, and betrayal.   But In today's solo cast, I share my own story.  Gulp.  Get ready for me to be vulnerable and share some deep stuff.  I offer 11 mantras, which I call “Midwest Mantras” (since I am currently recording in the Midwest).   Thank you for listening.  Feel free to drop me a note on my Contact page or on social media if you have any questions or comments.   Mantra #1:  Embrace stillness when possible– even in the chaos; rest when you can. (A helpful tool for this process is the “Lake Meditation” by Dr. Jon Kabat Zinn and Dr. Andrew Weil- a FAVORITE).   Mantra #2:  When all is lost, do a wheely!   Mantra #3: Feel your feelings; feel to heal.  Since when is it crazy to be angry?  Since when is it illegal to be angry?    I tell the story of almost getting arrested by the local cops while sitting in a bathtub of mud, trying to cool off. Yes, I had just had a crazy explosion of emotion and release during some back-to-back therapy appointments that I actually did not want to attend. See Mantra #9.  It would have been better for me to have set some boundaries and said “I need a nap more than I need therapy today, thank you.”  This leads to the next Mantra… Mantra #4: Assign yourself a time-out - especially when you are about to blow it.  I hope you don't “blow it” the way I did with my family.  You can't take back things you say.  Even if what you are sharing are “truths,” remember that having a FILTER is a good relationship tool.  Sharing your truths- in the form of a verbal firehose of vomit- is not helpful to those you love.      So what I suggest (for myself from now on!) is to give myself a time out in the same way that I did when my kids were little.  1, 2, 3, Magic (remember that book?). My kids thought I was counting for THEM, I was counting for ME!  (Boy, I needed those time-outs when I was a mom of young kids!). For you: Take a nap, meditate, go for a walk, but learn to self-regulate so that you don't blow up your relationships and your life!!   Reminds me of that great song by INXS (Mediate):    “Self regulate, try not to hate, love your mate, don't suffocate on your own hate” etc.! Mantra #5: Your basic needs are the following: food, shelter, and companionship.  We can debate if there are other needs, which I do believe include water and certain other support, and I am working on a daily planner that will incorporate these items. Reach out to me if you'd like to see an early edition.   Mantra #6: The new paradigm of win-win includes a third win.  1. Win for self Win for other Win for the higher good**This goes beyond the Steven Covey “win-win” because we can start to include what is a win for the Higher Good.  It is time we shift the paradigm.   Mantra #7: Sometimes what looks like shit is actually gold.Mantra #8: Simplify. Mantra #9: Create good boundaries to help you manage the amount of pain you can handle in a single day, week, month, or year (or lifetime).Mantra #10:  Parents - remember the importance of unconditional love.Elena and Alexander, I love you SO MUCH!!   Mantra #11:  Love yourself.   During this interview, I introduce a new book I'm working on. This self-help book will provide, among other things, advice about how we can navigate the changes we are experiencing in the paradigm shift happening today.   I also mention a few times the work of Dr. Bruce Lipton who was a faculty member at Quantum University. I highly recommend checking out his work.

We've talked over many episodes about the topic of trauma. We've explored various modalities to address trauma, from Brainstpotting to EFT to coaching to plant medicine. Today we talk about the brain and how our developmental years impact our relationships and success. I invite trauma-informed developmental psychologist Dr. Carol Scott on the show to discuss her SASS (Self-Aware Success Strategies) methodology with listeners.   We summarize our discussion with 7 mantras that lead to seven essential strategies for success through relationships. Mantra #1: It's never too late to address the past.   Mantra #2:  Face Your ACEs. It is a good idea for everyone to take the Adverse Childhood Experiences quiz. Here are some resources from Dr. Carol's website.   Mantra #3: Our nervous systems are at the heart of disruptions in our relationships.   Mantra #4: When trying to decipher behavior that may trigger us, ask: What is the need behind the deed?   Mantra #5: Relationships matter when it comes to success.   Mantra #6: The first seven years of life (2,500 days) are crucial to determining your capacity for relationships now.   Mantra #7: Understand Dr. Carol's seven essential strategies for success through relationships: 1. The infant strategy: trust 2. The toddler strategy: independence 3. The “first adolescence” strategY; faith 4. The pre-k strategy: negotiation 5. The Kindergarten strategy: vision 6. The first grade strategy: compromise 7. The second grade strategy: acceptance.   Dr. Carol has offered some helpful resources to listeners: -  Become Your Sassy S.E.L.F e-booklet. You can email Dr. Scott and request this booklet.  - The SASS Manifesto on the bottom right side of the page at this link.    More about Dr. Carol Scott Dr. L. Carol Scott is a trauma-informed developmental psychologist, TEDx speaker, coach, and author. Carol brings the SASS—Self-Aware Success Strategies to help you get along better on the adult playgrounds on which you play.   Carol knows that your success today is determined by your first seven years of life. And she also knows that it's never too late for Development Do-Overs. As her coaching client, you bring your unique goals for success, and she draws out your SASS. Together, you repattern how you operate in the relationships that are at the heart of achievement.   Also a nationally respected thought leader in early care and education (ECE), Carol is former president of the board for Child Care Aware® of America, and the ECE System Integration Consultant for Steering Impact, the home of EarlyCare+, a technology innovation to revolutionize access for all parents and caregivers to the ecosystem of ECE services.   What is fun for Dr. Scott?   Pondering and discussing deep questions about life and purpose with like-minded women. Mind-challenging word games (BIG Wordle fan!). Connecting with the natural world as a manifestation of Spirit.   Links   www.lcarolscott.com www.facebook.com/dr.l.carolscott www.instagram.com/dr.l.carol https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-l-carol-scott-7b70429/

On this episode of Mountain Mantras, I interview Amanda Monnier, an Energy Healer and Mindset Coach. Amanda knows that she was put on this earth to support people in waking up and remembering who they are.    Amanda empowers her clients and helps them heal from the inside out, break ancestral patterns, and shift into the fullest embodiment of who they are at a soul level. We discuss what is going on at a planetary level and how we can together create a shift in consciousness for a more connected and sustainable existence.    We summarize topics with 7 mantras that will help you bring your own personal power back fully on line:Mantra #1:  Spiritual awakenings come in all flavors, colors, shapes and feelings. Mantra #2:  Spiritual awakenings are often not fun, but you can remember this: “Better out than in”. See Emily Fletcher and I sing this “mantra” during my interview with her in episode 105. Mantra #3: The “how” of creating an alignment between the heart and soul is to raise your frequency.    Mantra #4: We are on the cusp of the golden age when we will wake up to the essence of who we are (love, joy, ease, flow, etc.). Manta #5: Set an intention to connect with your higher self, then drop into your body. We mention Lumari, her book, and my interview with her about Streams of Consciousness. Mantra #6:  Look for the “full body yes” when making decisions. Mantra #7: Take what resonates and leave the rest. More about AmandaAmanda is an Energy Healer, Certified energetic allergy healing practitioner, Certified Magnetic Mind Coach, Certified Yoga Teacher (CYT 200 and Yin Yoga), Emotion Code Practitioner, certified Transformational Nutrition Coach, and holds a Bachelor's in Psychology. She assists her clients in healing old wounds and up-leveling to the highest-soul aligned version of themselves. Amanda is a woman on a mission to create a movement of healed, intuitively-connected humans—people who are truly aligned with their heart & soul, creating a life on their terms, and passionately unleashing their gifts into the world. Amanda is completely committed to her soul work of changing lives. What is fun for  Amanda Monnier? Moving my body! I absolutely love it!   LINKS Website Instagram

Today we dive into a particular plant medicine, mescaline, the active ingredient in San Pedro (Wachuma). Dr. Isabel Sharkar is a naturopathic doctor and the co-founder of Indigo Integrative Health Clinic in Washington, D.C.  Dr. Isabel, who I call “Izzy” throughout the interview given our personal connecction, has been serving the community in health restoration and body optimization for over a decade. She is known as a beauty expert and has some interesting insights for us on purging, healing, beauty, and anti-aging. Izzy beams through to us from Portugal, where many plant medicines have been decriminalized. We summarize our discussion with 10 powerful mantras about healing, be that through plant medicine or other techniques Izzy mentions including health food, water, hot/cold therapy, detoxificcation, meditation, vagal nerve stimulation, and simply being in nature. Mantra #1: The pandemic has created polarization and separation. We need a way out… see Mantra #2. Mantra #2:  Be present, breathe, listen, bring in love and remember the ultimate desire for connection. Mantra #3: True healing happens on all levels:  mind, body, and soul. We reference the books, When the Body Says No (​​https://smile.amazon.com/When-Body-Says-Understanding-Stress-Disease/dp/1630262560/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1644009563&sr=1-) and The Body Keeps the Score (https://smile.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0670785938/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1644009654&sr=1-1) Mantra #4: When the student is ready, the teacher appears (this is true for plant medicine as a master teacher). Mantra #5: Carrying around years and pounds of emotional baggage is NOT a good look! (Purging and healing can make you look ten years younger!). Mantra #6: San Pedro is a master teacher (plant); It is considered “grandfather”. Mantra #7: San Pedro can allow what so many of us need in this day and age: movement, being in nature, and the slowing down of time. Mantra #8: Mescaline (the active ingredient in San Pedro) has many healing properties (supports immune function, anti-microbal, supportive in healing the gut lining, reduction in alchohol abuse, reduction in suicidal thoughtts, activiates seratonin and dopamine). Mantra #9: Integration is key and takes time. See the previous episode with Sam Liebowitz where we talk extensively about integration: https://makeeverythingfun.com/radio/ep116-sam-liebowitz/ Mantra #10: It all starts with intention. More about Dr. Isabel Sharkar Dr. Isabel Sharkar is co-founder of Indigo Integrative Health Clinic in Washington, D.C., a thriving clinic that has been serving the local community in health restoration and body optimization for over a decade. She is known as a beauty expert and has written for magazines like Harper's Bazaar, Byrdie, Pop Sugar, Psychologies Magazine, Huffington Post, Top Sante, Aspire Skin, Net Doctor, Vogue, and many more. She has been featured in Modern Luxury, NBC News, the Exhausted Docu-series, and numerous podcasts. Dr. Isabel stands for the empowerment of female entrepreneurs and inspires them into goddesses. Through Creatress CEO Unleashed, Dr. Isabel births the new female archetype, the Creatress, who through healing herself can heal the world. As Conscious Creatresses, we have a calling to leave the world a better place for all generations to come while embodying fun, joy, and pleasure. Dr. Isabel guides female entrepreneurs into full self-expression through healing the mind-body-soul triad and supporting re-connection to their personal power and Source. What is fun for Dr. Isabel Sharkar? Going to Burning Man, traveling, fancy dress & making costumes, anything artistic. Links www.indigohealthclinic.com @indigohealthclinic @izzyindigo Disclaimer: This podcast is for information only, and no part of its contents should be construed as medical advice, diagnosis, recommendation, or endorsement by the author. You should always ask your physician or healthcare provider for her recommendation before starting any new health-related activity.

We continue our series on the healing properties of plant medicine with this interview with my friend Dr. Diva Nagula.   Dr. Diva experienced life at full speed as a busy physician running a busy clinic until he was diagnosed with stage 4 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2014.  He hit “rock bottom” not when he was diagnosed or going through chemotherapy, but when he went into remission and lost his identity yet again.  He had moved from doctor to patient (the title of his wonderful book that I highly recommend), and then was faced with a new identity after being cancer-free.  As a Dr. Andrew Weil integrative medicine trained physician, Dr. Diva discusses the importance of balancing the mind, body, and spirit for optimal health. Disclaimer: This podcast is for information only, and no part of its contents should be construed as medical advice, diagnosis, recommendation, or endorsement by the author. You should always ask your physician or healthcare provider for her recommendation before starting any new health-related activity.   We summarize our discussion with 10 powerful mantras about healing, including the responsible use of plant medicine: Mantra #1: A life lived in fight/flight leads to disease. Mantra #2: Algorithms used in traditional medicine don't always fit the individual.   Mantra #3: An important aspect of healing happens on the spiritual level. Mantra #4: The ego is there to protect us. But the ego often doesn't want to let go, because it is attached to an identity.  Plant medicine allows the ego to quiet so that healing can occur via a sense of universal oneness.   Mantra #5: We must feel to heal.  Distractions get in the way.   Mantra #6: Plant medicine creates neuroplasticity so that you can get unstuck.   Mantra #7: San Pedro moves through the chakras, starting from the root chakra, clearing blockages as it moves up to the crown chakra   Mantra #8: Do your homework so that you can feel safe and get the most from your plant medicine experience.   Mantra #9: Perhaps 20% is the plant medicine, the other 80% is about integration. Mantra #10: It's about changing your life, not about taking plant medicine.   About Dr. Diva Dr. Diva Nagula is a board-certified osteopathic physician and has extensive knowledge and training in Integrative and Functional Medicine.  A Washington, D.C. native, he grew up in Alexandria, Virginia. His interest in medicine developed at an early age when he decided to follow in his father's footsteps and practice medicine. MEDICAL EDUCATION Dr. Nagula graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at EVMS and had a fellowship in Interventional Pain Medicine at Emory University. PRACTICE Upon completion of his fellowship, he opened a practice in rural South Georgia. His practice grew in both size and prestige in a short time. Dr. Nagula opened the first AAAHC certified ambulatory surgical center in Georgia, where he performed cutting-edge interventional procedures. He oversaw all aspects of his practice while still managing to see a full case load of patients. He soon expanded into North Florida with a second practice. ADDITIONAL TRAINING WITH ANDREW WEIL Recently, Dr. Nagula completed training, under the renowned Dr. Andrew Weil, in Integrative Medicine through the University of Arizona. CURRENT HEALTH He owes his successful battle and remission to the tenets of integrative and functional medicine. He is in the best shape and best health of his life and owes it all to his positive lifestyle changes. “I'm still evolving. Through sharing my personal experiences of transformation, I hope to offer a reflection that allows you to develop an awareness of the positive and negative influences in your own life.” – Dr. Diva Nagula     What is fun for Dr. Diva?   Travel, Golf, trying new restaurants/food, wine etc.     Links   Website https://fromdoctortopatient.com/about/   Facebook https://www.facebook.com/FromDoctorToPatientBook/   LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/diva-nagula-d-o-a0677082/   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fromdoctortopatient/

I'm thrilled to have yet another friend from the Evolutionary Business Council on my podcast to talk about the healing properties of plant medicine and its application in the therapeutic process. Today's show features Corin Grillo, a psychotherapist and bestselling author. We talk about MDMA therapy to assist with self-love and relationships. Disclaimer: This podcast is for information only, and no part of its contents should be construed as medical advice, diagnosis, recommendation, or endorsement by the author. You should always ask your physician or healthcare provider for her recommendation before starting any new health-related activity. We summarize our discussion with 8 powerful mantras about healing through self-and-other-love/listening: Mantra #1: Before loving others, we must first love ourselves. MDMA therapy allows us to: Mantra #2:  Process memories without getting triggered. Mantra #3:  Gain a new perspective on love and compassion. Mantra #4: Connect to your heart space. Mantra #5: Own your S*&T. Mantra #6: Put on “big ears” and really listen. Mantra #7: Bypass the pain so you can show up. Mantra #8: Arrive at agreements that allow relationship resolution Links https://coringrillo.com/   The Golden Vine Podcast: https://coringrillo.com/thegoldenvine/   And we mentioned this in the interview: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/tripofcompassion (note: this documentary is focused on psilocybin rather than MDMA).

I'm thrilled to have another friend from the Evolutionary Business Council on my podcast to talk about the healing properties of plant medicine and the importance of integration. We talk about some substances that I had never heard of, including some synthetic compounds with numbers and letters as names. I want to ensure that we are not in any way advocating that any of you listen to this podcast and go and try any of these substances. This is serious stuff, and you need to work with the right people including getting proper medical advice.  So I'll put this disclaimer up front:   Disclaimer: This podcast is for information only, and no part of its contents should be construed as medical advice, diagnosis, recommendation, or endorsement by the author. You should always ask your physician or healthcare provider for her recommendation before starting any new health-related activity.   Now that we've got that out of the way, I'll introduce you to my guest, Odette Peek. Odette is a Transformational Guide, Spiritual Ally & Psychedelic Integration Coach. She was searching for a healing modality to help her get through a very difficult time when she was called to do Ayahuasca. In our conversation, you'll hear more about her own personal journey as well as how she is helping others.   We summarize our discussion with 6 powerful mantras about healing and the importance of looking at each healee as a unique individual. Mantra #1: Plant medicine has a way of calling those that are ready. Mantra #2: Change happens from the inside out.   Mantra #3: Healing can happen through many different modalities. Everyone is different. Mantra #4: Healing is a never-ending journey.   Mantra #5:When working with plant medicines, you tend to get what you need, not necessarily what you want. Mantra #6: Integrity is about applying lessons learned to everyday life.   More about Odette I'm Odette - Transformational Guide, Spiritual Ally & Psychedelic Integration Coach. Many of us feel lost. Our lives feel like an unsolvable puzzle… an emptiness that we can't quite put our finger on. We're stuck in jobs without meaning, relationships that aren't fulfilling our deep desires, lives that feel boring, dull, and mediocre at best - or worse; toxic, draining, and unfulfilling to our soul. Somewhere along the way we've lost the magic. I know exactly what that feels like. I'd been a seeker and an achiever my entire life. So I worked hard to tick off all the boxes society says you must do. I had lived a life in the fast lane when it came to personal development - years of investing in expensive coaches, 100's of programs, experimenting with all kinds of conventional (and not-so-conventional) healing methods to fix me. I had tried everything to help me but NOTHING had gone to the root of my discontentment. I was so desperate I would have tried ANYTHING. When I was invited to a retreat in Costa Rica that included Ayahuasca, I said yes on a whim. Aya - what?? I'd never heard of it before...   What is fun for Odette Peek?   Doing plant medicine! hanging out with my daughters Eating cake for breakfast Living in Costa Rica   CONNECT WITH ODETTE   https://www.spiritualalliance.ca

Thank you everyone for your questions about plant medicine.   I enjoyed your emails, texts, and even those questions that I got while coming and going from yoga class. :) To help us explore these questions together, I've brought some amazing guests together for a podcast series about healing through plant medicine.  Today's guest is my dear friend Sam Liebowitz. Sam was a guest previously on my other podcast, Positive on Publishing (LINK TO HIS EP).   Sam returns to discuss his work in energy medicine and other healing modalities. Sam reveals his many projects as a multifaceted human on a mission to help others.  Listen carefully for a discussion of Sam's beta program around integration and healing in community.   Our discussion unveils 9 powerful mantras; enjoy the interview! Mantra #1: Learning about healing can unveil the Healer underneath. Mantra #2:  You can heal and be healed in many ways/ many modalities.   Mantra #3:  The Healer and the Healee co-create the healing (with the Healee, not the Healer, truly driving the process) Mantra #4:  Facilitation is not fixing.   Mantra #5: Facilitation is about holding space and creating safety for healing. Mantra #6: Facilitation is about seeing people as already whole without expectations Mantra #7: Preparation is key   Mantra #8: Less can be more (going slow can be the fastest way)   Mantra #9: Follow-up (integration) is crucial.  Sam mentions four key elements: rest, whole foods, hydration, and movement; a fifth would be spending time in nature. Please listen carefully to Sam discuss the need for caution and discernment when thinking about plant medicines.   The Medicine Wheel Sam described the medicine wheel as containing the four elements of heart, mind, body, and spirit.   In balance, they are: Heart (water): self-love and connection to others Mind (fire):  analytics and planning Body (earth):  feeling grounded and safe in one's body Spirit (air): feeling connected to something greater than one's self   Heart (water): example- MDMA Mind (fire):  example- psilocybin Body (earth):  example- San Pedro Spirit (air):  example- ayahuasca   More about Sam Sam Liebowitz, known as The Conscious Consultant, is a facilitator, mentor, speaker, healer, serial entrepreneur, and author of the #1 best-selling empowerment book, Everyday Awakening. He has been in business since 1993 and has owned several successful businesses. His current ventures include Talking Alternative Broadcasting, and Double Diamond Wellness in Manhattan. Sam has lectured in several venues in New York City, including being a featured speaker at TEDxUpperWestSide in 2016.     What is fun for Sam Liebowitz? Surprising people when they least expect it!     CONNECT WITH Sam About his integration program: https://www.doublediamondwellness.com/ (See contact) www.TalkRadio.nyc www.TheConsciousConsultant.com www.EverydayAwakeningBook.com

I had a lot of fun talking with Brandon Miller about how to build on talents rather than focusing on weaknesses. Brandon is a Certified GALLUP Clifton Strengths Finder Coach and has coached hundreds of leaders to find and leverage their strengths for themselves and their teams. He is the CEO of 34 Strong, a coaching and consulting firm dedicated to improving employee engagement. We summarize topics with 6 mantras that will help you to leverage your strengths and create more fun in your work and home environments: Mantra #1:  When using psychometric tools to assess your team, use assessments that have high validity and reliability. Mantra #2:  The Clifton Strengths Finder is a highly validated and reliable tool for understanding how the 34 possible strengths apply to you and your team members. Mantra #3:  The Clifton Strengths fit into four domains 1) Relationship Building 2) Strategic 3) Execution, and 4) Influencing Mantra #4: Understanding your strengths is about building self-awareness. Mantra #5: Before having your team take an assessment tool, be sure to explain the why and the what (and the what NOT) of the porcess. Mantra #6: Assessments such as the  Clifton Strengths Finder are all about increasing employee engagement.   More about Brandon Brandon Miller is one of the FIRST 7 Certified GALLUP Clifton Strengths Finder Coaches in the world. Over 15 years ago, he was a very early practitioner of Clifton StrengthsFinder using it as the Executive Leader for a non-profit organization. He has since coached hundreds of leaders to find and leverage their strengths for themselves and their teams. He is the CEO of 34 Strong, a coaching and consulting firm dedicated to improving employee engagement. He has nearly 15 years of experience providing specialized leadership training, coaching, advising, and facilitating.   Brandon is also the Co-Founder of Incredible Family, a consulting agency that educates, empowers, and encourages working parents to take a strengths-based approach to parenting in order to unlock their best selves and raise strong, happy children and teens. He and his wife Analyn Miller are successful business owners, parents to seven children, and authors of "Play To Their Strengths" and "Incredible Parent". Their latest book, "Incredible Parent", released in January 2021, will leave readers with an innovative strengths-based intentional approach to child raising that will make them more confident, aware, and energized as a parent, allowing the freedom to do what one does well and bring out the best in kids. What is fun for Brandon Miller? Spending time with kids!   LINKS https://www.facebook.com/analynbrandon https://twitter.com/brandon34strong https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-miller-873a6bb/ https://34strong.com/

What a delight to share this episode with my friend and philanthropy superstar Jodi Delaney. We discuss her work in the nonprofit world and how you can leverage purpose in life to manage life transitions and come out the best version of yourself, again and again.   We summarize our discussion with 8 powerful mantras that will help you feel renewed energy and get on the path to being a powerful agent of change. Mantra #1: The nonprofit world is a place for your heart. See Jodi's heart place, the Television Academy Foundation. (LINK) See my heart place, Nurture (LINK) Mantra #2:  We are all capable of being agents of change.   Mantra #3:  We have an opportunity to make a choice in finding our purpose. Some steps to do so include finding space, grounding, moving the body, practicing radical self-care and getting involved in a purpose-aware community. Jodi mentions her involvement with Modern Elders Academy (LINK). Mantra #4: The “pleasure” of finding purpose in life is renewed, invigorated energy, and a sense of having an important place in the world. Mantra #5: The “pain” of not finding purpose is staying “asleep”, unaware of the lessons to be learned and the possibility of not having a life legacy that makes your heart sing. Mantra #6: Learn through the “six S's of grief”: silence, swirl, shame, survival, surrender, and shower. Mantra #7: (If you are a woman or a man with a woman), Beware of the “seven dwarfs of menopause”: itchy, bitchy, sweaty, bloaty, sleepy, forgetful, pyscho. Mantra #8: You don't have to be in the “messy-middle” alone. Jodi loves to support others in the world of philanthropy, environmental conservation, and economic development. More about Jodi Jodi Delaney is a longtime executive in the worlds of philanthropy, entertainment, environmental conservation, and economic development. Currently the Executive Director of the Television Academy Foundation in Los Angeles, her career has spanned five states over 25 years, serving dozens of clients including the Trust for Public Land, Youth Policy Institute, the New Mexico Departments of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs, ABC News, HBO, the Discovery Channel and many others. Starting her career as a television producer and writer in New York City, she transitioned to fundraising and philanthropy across sectors, raising funds for the arts, workforce development, and environmental issues in addition to anti-poverty and diversity initiatives. She is also the Founder of Yatra Yoga International, which facilitated yoga retreats worldwide from 2006-2009, and from that experience created VetsYoga, a specialized yoga practice for military veterans with PTSD. VetsYoga served thousands of veterans via clients including the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany, the Wounded Warrior Project and the Give Back Yoga Foundation. Jodi is also a certified meditation teacher, reiki level 1, travel addict, single mom and bonus grandmother to four adorable children.   What is fun for Jodi Delaney? Dancing on the beach Hiking in the mountains Playing with children Connecting with high-frequency women at astonishing spas CONNECT WITH JODI Twitter: @jdelaney25 Linked in: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodi-delaney-b331a49/ Headshot photo is by Stacey Lievens.

As a certified Happiness Ambassador through Marci Shimoff's Happy for No Reason program, I was thrilled to spend an episode exploring the latest in the science of positive psychology and the happiness movement. My guest today is Becky Morrison. Becky is a mom, wife, and lawyer turned Happiness Coach. Her mission is to spread joy. She believes most people can live happier, easier lives if they get clear on what matters most to them and then develop a plan to do more of that and less of the rest.   We talk about authenticity and her special happiness as we uncover ten mantras for a life filled with joy: Mantra #1: Happiness is not a destination; it is something that you can enjoy along the way. Mantra #2: The definition of the “payoff” for your efforts helps to define your own happiness journey and when you celebrate (hopefully often!). Mantra #3: Shed the “shoulds”. (Mindfulness and slowing down helps this process; also identify who owns the “shoulds” and recognize that you can shed them in the same way that you can take off a jacket, or lighten an unnecessary burden). Mantra #4: We determine our own priorities. (Don't judge the decisions of others about their own priorities). Mantra #5: Be honest and claim (speak publicly about) your priorities. Mantra #6: Align your priorities and your happiness recipe with your current season of life. Mantra #7: Approach your happiness recipe like a fun puzzle. (Not with the energy of running up against a wall). Mantra #8: Honor the wisdom of the body. Mantra #9: Encourage kids to reconnect with who they are. (When they encounter a difficult issue, ask two questions: 1) What can they control? And, 2) What do they want?) Mantra #10: Know your strengths, and apply them to your happiness recipe. About Rebecca Morrison Becky Morrison is a mom, wife, and lawyer turned Happiness Coach. Her mission is to spread joy. She believes most people can live happier, easier lives if they get clear on what matters most to them and then develop a plan to do more of that and less of the rest. If she can help enable people to find clarity and happiness then everyone wins.   People and processes are at the heart of the work that she has done for the last 20+ years in corporations, law firms – as both a lawyer and administrator – and small businesses. Now she's using that experience coupled with her own journey to help people supercharge their success and happiness by: finding clarity; taking the next steps in their career; overcoming overwhelm; going from idea to action; and, stepping into their authentic leadership presence.   Becky brings together all her learnings in her recently published book ‘The Happiness Recipe: A Powerful Guide to Living What Matters'.     What's fun for Rebecca: Becky also comes from a basketball family – her husband is a basketball coach and both her kids play as well.   Links https://www.untanglehappiness.com/

Have you ever been in a situation where you are the expert on something,  yet you are struggling with that very thing? Imagine the terror of being crowned “The Sleep Lady”, but then not being able to sleep! This is the amazing authentic story of my friend Kim West, who comes on the podcast to reveal seven mantras about how we must follow our own intuition and choice for optimal health. Kim West is a mother of two daughters and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Known as The Sleep Lady® by her clients, over the past twenty-five years she has personally helped over 20,000 tired parents all over the world get a good night's sleep without letting their children cry it out alone. Gentle Sleep Coach® Training and Certification program in 2010--the first and most comprehensive training program in the world. This program was the start of what is now a global industry- Baby and Child Sleep Consultants.  To date, the Gentle Sleep Coach Training and Certification program is available in 4 languages. Kim has appeared on Dr. Phil, Today Show, NBC Nightly News, Good Morning America, TLC's Bringing Home Baby, and CNN, and has been written about in a number of publications including The Wall Street Journal, Associated Press, Baby Talk,  Parenting, and many others. Mantras: Mantra #1: Everyone needs a different amount of sleep. Mantra #2:   Major medical episodes, such as surgeries, can turn sleep on its head and cause a ripple effect. Mantra #3:  Wellness (sleep included) is not an applied formula. Mantra #4:  Intuition is the key to decoding your own wellness formula. Mantra #5: “Taking a pill” can be done physically, energetically, or metaphorically. Mantra #6: Don't  let anyone stop you from digging deeper when it comes to learning more about your own health. Mantra #7: Share your struggles with the intention of  creating community and helping others More about Kim West Kim West is a mother of two daughters and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or child and family therapist for 27 years. Known as The Sleep Lady® by her clients, over the past twenty-five years she has personally helped over 20,000 tired parents all over the world get a good night's sleep without letting their children cry it out alone. Kim has appeared on Dr. Phil, Today Show, NBC Nightly News, Good Morning America, TLC's Bringing Home Baby, and CNN, and has been written about in a number of publications including The Wall Street Journal, Associated Press, Baby Talk,  Parenting, The Baltimore Sun, USA Today, The Telegraph, The Irish Independent and the Washington Post. Kim is the author of three books: “The Sleep Lady's Good Night, Sleep Tight: Gentle Proven Solutions to Help Your Child Sleep Well and Wake Up Happy”, “ The Good Night, Sleep Tight Workbook” and “The Good Night, Sleep Tight Workbook for Children with Special Needs”. Her first book “The Sleep Lady's Good Night, Sleep Tight” is in its 3 edition and has sold over 140,000 paperback copies. Dedicated to providing tired parents with excellent sleep advice and coaching while knowing Kim could not help everyone herself, she started the Gentle Sleep Coach® Training and Certification program in 2010--the first and most comprehensive training program in the world. This program was the start of what is now a global industry- Baby and Child Sleep Consultants.  To date, the Gentle Sleep Coach Training and Certification program is available in 4 languages. What's fun for Kim Dancing!!! LINKS https://sleeplady.com/ http://gentlesleepcoach.com/ Follow her on: http://www.facebook.com/TheSleepLady http://www.pinterest.com/thesleeplady/ Instagram: @thesleeplady

Welcome to Episode 111 of the Mountain Mantras: Wellness and Life Lessons Podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Kathryn Guylay. Learn more about my work at MakeEverythingFun.com.  Get ready to hear a story that just might change your life.   Today's guest, Jennifer Love, a dear friend and bright light on this planet, tells the story of being knocked off the workhorse just a mere 4 months ago.  She went from not being able to walk and needing emergency surgery to sending me a video of her dancing just as we started the interview.  This interview yields 8 mantras that will allow you to leverage what Jennifer learned during her healing journey so that you can create more magic and healing in your own life. Since Jennifer is a money therapist, she also weaves into the story how emotions have to do with money and how we can harness our emotions and money for a better life.  Jennifer also provides an amazing recipe for Alchemy - “a recipe to turn a pile of crap into a pot of gold”. See below for the recipe. Mantras: Mantra #1:  Show up for others- it matters Mantra #2:  Trust your intuition Mantra #3:  Manage your mindset to create your own reality Mantra #4:  Meet your pain -rather than trying to escape it Mantra #5: Give your own light to your body for healing.  (Jennifer describes the energy work she did on herself during her recovery process) Mantra #6: Don't necessarily accept a diagnosis you don't align with Mantra #7: Create micro intentions on your journey Mantra #8: Find joy in everyday life Jennifer's “Alchemy recipe” to turn a pile of crap into a pot of gold: - allow yourself to be held and soften - go inside - welcome the pain and here any messages it might have for you - open your arms to the community around you - choose your reality - breathe - vision a brighter better future - manifest your vision into reality Jennifer's work as a money therapist shows us that when it comes to money, your decisions are 90% based on emotion and 10% based on logic.  Thus the importance of harnessing your emotions. Jennifer's the nature of money show/ podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nature-of-money/id1557047216 The living wealthy quiz on Jennifer's website: www.JenniferLove.com   More about Jennifer Love  Award winning, 5x career entrepreneur with 20+ years under her comfy Keds (she retired her high heels years ago), Jennifer Love is a thought leader with a heart that matches her name. Her degrees, training, and research in human and organizational behavioral psychology are the foundation for her clinical work. She's currently the visionary CEO of the Living Wealthy Institute, helping world leaders develop a healthy relationship with wealth free from overwhelm and anxiety by following a regenerative money equation for a holistic and nourishing experience. Leaders who know how to raise, manage, grow and contribute money can live soulful, wealthy lives to become allies for future generations to come. She believes ANYTHING is possible while remaining grounded in science and real business practices and hard financial analytics. On a given day, Jennifer can be found diving deep with a leader in a private money therapy session, taking long contemplative walks and hikes through nature, guiding groups of leaders through workshops and retreats, serving as a guest judge for entrepreneurial events like Startup Weekend, speaking on stage as a Wealth Philosopher, in her art studio shaping her artistic magic onto canvas, preparing entrepreneurs how to land a deal on Shark Tank, working behind the scenes on shows like: Biz Fix with Marcus Lemonis, in her writing studio developing a book or paper, meeting with community leaders and government officials, negotiating with investors (she's helped raise $100M+), advising leaders of Fortune 200 companies and celebrities through her Living Wealthy Model, OR simply being at home enjoying time with her sweetheart John, her fur-baby Maggie, and her adored garden of plants. She is beloved by those around her because she gets results. As a former client once said, “With Jennifer, the only possible outcome is success.” What's fun for Jennifer Being in nature, conversation with friends, arts

What a delight to share this episode with my friend and longevity superstar Dr. Robyn Benson. We discuss her work in longevity and how you can incorporate regenerative medicine techniques into your wellness routine. We summarize topics with 6 mantras that will help you to create more energy and look and feel 10 years younger. Mantra #1:  Regenerative medicine is all about getting a fresh start. Mantra #2:  Regenerative medicine is about getting more energy from your mitochondria. Mantra #3:  Regenerative medicine includes oxidative medicine which involves employing nutrition, hydration, exercise, mindfulness, and supplements to reduce oxidative stress in the body. Mantra #4: Regenerative medicine involves the detoxification of the body.   Some of Dr. Robyn's favorite tools include HBOT, sauna, cranial stimulation, and PEMF. She first measures levels of detoxification, looking at hormones, blood work, and stool analysis. See/hear my interview with Dr. Jason Sonners: https://makeeverythingfun.com/podcast/e061-jason-sonners/) See/hear my interview with Sunlighten CEO Connie Zack: https://makeeverythingfun.com/radio/e101-connie-zack/) Mantra #5: Create a self-care kit. Dr. Robyn suggests emulsified oregano oil, vitamin D, and vitamin C for starters. Dr. Robyn recommends ADP by nutribiotics research: https://shop.bioticsresearch.com/products/adp Mantra #6: Amp up your self-care and longevity routines by including cutting-edge therapies such as PRP, exosomes, ozone therapy, IV therapy, and Prolozone therapy. More about Robyn Benson Dr. Robyn Benson is a Regenerative medicine specialist, author, speaker, and founder of Santa Fe Soul Center for Regenerative Medicine and Destination Regenerate. For 28 years, she has applied her knowledge of PRP, acupuncture, herbs, IV therapies, Ozone, and leading-edge energy medicine to help patients get out of pain, restore sexual function and look and feel 10 years younger naturally. Dr. Benson is the podcast host of Younger, the Art, and Science of Youthful Aging. Robynbenson.com   Destinationregenerate.com What is fun for Dr. Robyn? ● Never evers.  Novelty, things I have never done before.    ● Hanging out with change-makers in the world ● Deep connecting with loved ones ● Dancing to 50, 60s and 70's music ● Traveling to countries exploring new cultures (food, arts....) LINKS robynbenson.com    destinationregenerate.com     Robyn all Social Media robyn@robynbenson.com www.santafesoul.com www.jointheselfcarerevolution.com www.healthytravelbook.com www.healthytravelersummit.com https://www.instagram.com/drrobynbenson/   @drrobynbenson.com https://www.facebook.com/DrRobynBenson https://www.facebook.com/robyn.benson.96?ref=profile http://www.linkedin.com/pub/robyn-benson/b/895/b8b https://twitter.com/#!/RobynBensonDOM https://www.youtube.com/user/robynbensondom https://www.pinterest.com/DrRobynDOM/ Self Care Revolution Social Media Youtube – http://www.youtube.com/user/TheSCRevolution  Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/pages/Self-Care-Revolution/484187181620202  Twitter – https://twitter.com/SelfCareRevo  LinkedIn – http://www.linkedin.com/company/join-the-self-care-revolution

What fun to talk to Shawn Wells just following his appearance at the 2021 Sun Valley Wellness Festival in my hometown of Sun Valley, Idaho. Shawn was part of a panel discussion exploring the healing benefits of plant medicines. Our interview covers some philosophical insights that undoubtedly connect his time in Sun Valley with his fantastic recent book, The Energy Formula. You'll hear that the structure for The Energy Formula came about through an almost magical process. ENERGY is an acronym that stands for Experiment, Nutrition, Exercise, Routine, Growth, and Your Tribe. The book is Shawn's magnum opus and incorporates hundreds of scientific citations. The book includes chapter summaries, shares a resources guide, and provides a “formulators corner” for each chapter. Shawn wrote- and rewrote- this book during the 2020 covid-19 pandemic. HIs creative endeavors allowed him to turn what was a very fearful and paralyzing situation (for many) into a process to help others. The interview yields 10 “mantras” that will allow you to navigate your life post-pandemic with more grace, health, and fun. Mantra #1: You can be your own best -and worst -critic. Shawn talks about how he balanced these inner voices to create the best version of his book. Mantra #2: You can only give to others from an overflowing cup. Make sure not to deplete your cup and practice self-care and self-acceptance. Mantra #3: Engage your inner child in your creative endeavors. Mantra #4: Consider taking “hustle,” grind,” even “work” out of your vocabulary; can you replace them with “ease,” “flow,” “fun.: and even “play”? Mantra #5: Using the above mantra, shift from “inner work” into “inner play”. Mantra #6: Chase your own “hell yeses”. Mantra #7: Communicating your own needs is essential to the healing process. Mantra #8: Grant yourself grace. Mantra #9: Get past the polarization in today's dialogue; release attachment to something being either “right” or “wrong”. Mantra #10: Release judgment and ask open-ended questions when presented with ideas that differ from your own. More about Shawn Wells Shawn Wells MPH, LDN, RD, CISSN, FISSN is the world's leading nutritional biochemist and expert on health optimization. He has formulated over 500 supplements, food, beverages, and cosmeceuticals and patented 10 novel ingredients including Teacrine, Dynamine, and Dihydroberberine and is now known as the Ingredientologist - the scientist of ingredients. Formerly a Chief Clinical Dietitian with over a decade of clinical experience, he has counseled thousands of people on innovative health solutions such as keto, paleo, fasting, and supplements. He has also personally overcome various health issues including Epstein-Barr Virus, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, depression, insomnia, obesity, and a pituitary tumor. As a world-renowned thought-leader on mitochondrial health, he has been paid to speak on five different continents. His insights have been prominently featured in documentaries and podcasts like Ben Greenfield and regularly on morning television. His expertise can help any health-conscious individual to better manage stress and experience greater resilience and more energy through utilizing his practical research-backed solutions. His book, "The ENERGY Formula" has been recognized by both USA Today and Forbes as well as an Amazon best-seller in multiple categories. What is fun for Shawn? Doubles volleyball, basketball, music, singing, action/sci-fi, Kenny's Burgers, my dog Maya, and connecting with all the amazing people in this health & wellness space! LINKS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnwells/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/shawnwells Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ingredientologist LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingredientologist/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ingredientology Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/Ingredientologist/ THE ENERGY FORMULA BOOK: Book Home Page: http://www.energyformula.com/ Book Bonuses: http://www.energyformulabook.com/ WEBSITE: Downloadable Guides, Blogs: https://shawnwells.com/ Newsletter - Biohacking, Supplements, Keto & more: https://shawnwells.com/ HIRE SHAWN: Formulations and Novel ingredient Design: https://zonehalo.com/

I am thrilled to share this interview with Paleofx founder Michelle Norris which yields a whopping 14 mantras to support your wellness and life. We walk through the important lessons of Michelle's role as a Mama Bear for her own family as well as her company and event, Paelofx. Michelle is a former corporate warrior, trained chef, and multi-potentialite whose personal health issues and struggles with traditional medicine inspired her to upend the way the world tackles health, wellness, and prosperity. Enjoy the show and these amazing mantras: Mantra #1:  Embrace your authentic feminine Goddess aspects (nurturing, vulnerability, receptivity, etc.) to achieve greater success in business and life. Mantra #2: Responding is different than reacting. Reacting is when you are unable to hear/listen to the story and the other person's point of view.  We talked about a model that suggests that “action” is about recognizing when you are in reaction. You can then move to interaction and proaction in order to co-create for the better good of all. Mantra #3: We can only control our response- everything else is uncertain. Mantra #4: Influence is different than control (and influence is superior to control as there is really no such thing as control). Mantra #5: Triggered moments are the best times to keep one's mouth shut. Mantra #6: When you are triggered by someone else, try the mirroring exercise from Primal Uprising. Mantra #7: Escaping the zoo is all about keeping an open mind, asking questions, and avoiding fear and polarization. The Primal Uprising Litmus Test questions and the end of each chapter provide provocative questions to help you explore a path to escape the constructs of the Human Zoo. Mantra #8: Each person is sovereign. Mantra #9: Programming starts in childhood and is maintained by fear and polarization. We talked about a conversation between Harry Massey of NES and Dr. Bruce Lipton and the influence of theta brain states (suggestibility of childhood and how we are programmed. This interview also talks about how we can interrupt the program to pursue our desires and dreams. https://poddtoppen.se/podcast/1266259176/energy4life-by-nes-health/48-reprogramming-our-reality-with-dr-bruce-lipton Mantra #10: Find a tribe that will challenge you with an open mind and will hold you accountable for progress. We talked about the difference between the url (online connection) vs. the “irl” (In Real Person). Find out about the next Palelofx.com here: www.paleofx.com. Mantra #11: Divergent ideas create evolution. Mantra #12: Paleo is about (holistically) removing toxins from your life.  Mantra #13: The Paleofx model includes 7 Pillars of Health, as follows:                      1. Physical health 2. Mental health 3. Emotional health 4. Spiritual health 5. Financial health 6. Relational health 7. Tribal health Mantra #14: COVID was a wake-up call that health has to be a priority. More about Michelle Norris Michelle is a former corporate warrior, trained chef, and multi-potentialite whose personal health issues and struggles with traditional medical orthodoxy inspired her to upend the way the world tackles health, wellness, and prosperity. She soon became one of Paleo's most outspoken evangelists, then co-founded and is now CEO of Paleo f(x)TM, the largest Paleo event in the world. She's a passionate speaker, motivator, and guiding light to those seeking deliverance from a broken healthcare system and disabled economic system.  Having left the corporate grind far behind, she is now a serial entrepreneur in the health and wellness space, and a tireless firebrand for advancing the Paleo movement; a cultural reawakening of self-empowerment for the 21st century. Having survived the death of her 22-year-old daughter, Michelle knows what it's like to fight back from an overwhelming loss. Instead of wallowing in self-pity, she used the tragedy as a catalyst for her to “put up or shut up”, and follow through with her vision of leaving the economic status quo behind, and becoming a self-made entrepreneur. All this, at the pit of the housing market crash of 2008. Her belief, you can always find beauty among the ashes. What's fun for Michelle: Helping someone find the keys to their cell door and get free of their imprisonment in the Human Zoo.  Empowering people to take back their personal sovereignty. LINKS www.paleofx.com/primaluprising www.paleofx.com  www.danamichellenorris.com

This episode releases at a time when news reports share that many of the US population has gained an average of 10-15 pounds during the time of the COVID19 lockdown. We discuss how putting wellness at the top of your list of priorities is more important than ever. Our guest, celebrity wellness professional, physician, and author Dr. Ann Kulze shares with us some inspiring tips to get us all back on the path to wellness, freedom, and fun. We summarize topics with 5 mantras that will help you to create more energy and vibrancy in your life. Enjoy the show! Mantra #1: COVID is yet another reminder from the universe that we must prioritize wellness. Mantra #2: To create positive change, we can work either top-down (advocacy, policy, etc.) or bottom-up (education, community, etc.). Both Dr. Ann and I work more from the bottom-up approach. See Dr. Ann's school for wellness: https://school.drannwellness.com Kathryn's nonprofit for nutrition education: www.MakeEverythingFun.com/nurture Mantra #3: Digital delivery/technology has allowed everyday access to world-class teachers. Ann's school has a wealth of classes from basic education to specialized classes on sleep, brain health, gut health, and more. Mantra #4: Brain health sets the bar; Dr. Ann refers to the brain as the COO of our wellness team. It weighs only about 2% of total body weight yet uses about 25% of our energy needs/calories. Mantra #5: The gut is the CEO of our wellness team; it regulates appetite, immune function, and inflammation. Dr. Ann refers to a wonderful book by Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, Fiber Fueled: https://www.amazon.com/Fiber-Fueled-Plant-Based-Optimizing-Microbiome/dp/B087L8X7LV/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=fiber+fueled&qid=1621275329&sr=8-1 Don't miss Dr. Ann's discussion of how she not only “walks her talk” when it comes to wellness, she runs! Here about a typical day in the life of Dr. Ann. More about Dr. Ann Kulze Dr. Ann is a best-selling author, physician, and highly sought motivational speaker in the areas of nutrition and healthy living. She received her undergraduate degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition from Clemson University and her medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina, where she received numerous academic honors and graduated as the valedictorian of her class. With her formal training in both nutrition and medicine, along with extensive “hands on” experience as a wife, mother of 4, and expert in the kitchen, Dr. Ann has distinguished herself as a one-of-a-kind “real world” nutrition and wellness authority. Dr. Ann is the author of six books including her best-selling, award-winning Eat Right for Life series. She has been featured in many national media outlets including the Dr. Oz show, Oprah and Friends Radio, Time Magazine, USA Weekend, NPR, and Prevention Magazine, amongst many others. Hundreds of businesses, including some of the country's most prestigious medical centers, have used her books to guide their employees to better health. With her online Healthy Living School and her e-courses, she is taking her unmatched ability to inspire and educate to even greater heights. What's fun for Dr. Ann: Adventures in Nature - hiking, fly-fishing, kayaking. LINKS https://www.instagram.com/drannwellness/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/drannwellness/ https://school.drannwellness.com https://drannwellness.com

Episode Title: Experience Everyday Awakening with Sam Liebowitz In this episode, you'll learn ten powerful mantras about how you can bring more joy and presence into your everyday life. We are joined by Sam Liebowitz, known as The Conscious Consultant. Sam is also a facilitator, mentor, speaker, healer, and serial entrepreneur. Sam weaves in powerful tips for raising your awareness and consciousness as we talk through lessons from his recent #1 best-selling empowerment book, Everyday Awakening. Here are the ten mantras from the show: Mantra #1: Life happens for us, not to ss. Mantra #2: Pain comes from loss and because of our attachments. We discuss a process that Sam facilitates with Laurie Seymour on “letting go of attachments”. Please see my recent interview with Laurie on the Positive on Publishing Podcsat about Cultivating Your Creative Intelligence: https://makeeverythingfun.com/podcast/eo83-laurie-seymour/ Mantra #3: Letting go of attachments can open up the door to freedom. Mantra #4: Loss is transformation. Mantra #5: Don't judge your experiences as either “good” or “bad”. Mantra #6: Presence is the key to connection. Mantra #7: Failure is how we learn. Mantra #8: We are not broken, and we don't need to be fixed. Mantra #9: We are all perfectly imperfect Mantra #10: Enjoy the journey. More about Sam Liebowitz Sam Liebowitz, known as The Conscious Consultant, is a facilitator, mentor, speaker, healer, serial entrepreneur and author of the #1 best-selling empowerment book, Everyday Awakening. He has been in business since 1993 and has owned several successful businesses. His current ventures include Talking Alternative Broadcasting, and Double Diamond Wellness in Manhattan. Sam has lectured in several venues in New York City, including being a featured speaker at TEDxUpperWestSide in 2016. What's fun for Sam: Fun: Surprising people when they least expect it! Links www.TalkRadio.nyc www.TheConsciousConsultant.com www.EverydayAwakeningBook.com

Sit tight on your meditation mat and put a smile on your face. I believe you’ll enjoy this interview with the founder of Ziva Meditation, Emily Fletcher. We move through 8 mantras that will help you to “Stress Less, Accomplish More” (the title of Emily’s bestselling book) in your daily life. Emily’s definition of “mantra” is different from how I use mantras to create take-aways from the show, so listen for her special description of how she uses mantras in her Ziva meditation practice (as a “mind vehicle”). I might have butchered this Chinese Proverb during the interview, but Emily and I don’t shoot for perfection in our fun and lighthearted conversation. Here is the proverb as described just slightly more accurately: “When there is light in the soul, there is beauty in the person. When there is beauty in the person, there is harmony in the house. When there is harmony in the house, there is order in the nation. When there is order in the nation, there is peace in the world." ~ Chinese Proverb Here are the eight mantras from our discussion: Mantra #1: Happiness is an inside job. Mantra #2: Don't get stuck in the “I'll be happy when” syndrome. I discuss this also in episode 96 with “play expert” Jeff Harry: https://makeeverythingfun.com/radio/e096-jeff-harry/ Mantra #3: Be selfish. (Emily discusses the happy wife=happy life, and happy mom-happy home sayings. Also, there is nothing very sexy about being a martyr.) Mantra #4: Don't suffer in silence. (You’ll love Emily’s description of her very special “Suffy Awards”. Mantra #5: Stress makes you stupid, sick, and slow. Meditation is a wonderful solution. Mantra #6: Feel to heal. This includes kiddos too, and there is a wonderful connection between Emily’s work with Ziva Kids and what recent guest Finnian Kelly talked about when he said “if there is one thing we should teach kids in school, it is how to feel). See Finnian’s interview here: https://makeeverythingfun.com/radio/e103-finnian-kelly/ Mantra #7: Overcome the “I can’t do it” obstacle, otherwise know as the “I’m a meditation failure”. Mantra #8: Let meditation bring you abundance. Manifestation is the yummy dessert of the Ziva Meditation technique. The “appetizer” is mindfulness, while the “main course” is meditation. More about Emily Fletcher Emily Fletcher is the founder of Ziva Meditation and the leading expert in meditation for performance. She has taught over 40,000 people the skill of meditation. She is an international speaker and author. Her best-selling book, Stress Less, Accomplish More, debuted at #7 out of all books on Amazon and has been translated into 12 languages. The New York Times, Good Morning America, The Today Show, Vogue, and ABC have all featured Emily’s work. She’s been named one of the top 100 women in wellness to watch and has spoken at Apple, Google, and Harvard Business School. Ziva graduates include Oscar, Grammy, & Emmy award winners, Navy SEALS & NBA players. The Ziva Technique is a powerful combination of mindfulness, meditation, and manifesting designed to help you get better at life, not meditation. What’s fun for Emily: One-song dance parties; seeing my students’ successes; getting better at life! LINKS Website: zivameditation.com/online; IG @zivameditation; FB: join us in the Ziva Community group; Book: https://stresslessthebook.com/

In this episode, we Make Brain Waves Fun. With our guest, Dr. Jackie Kilraine, we explore more about genetics/epigenetics and precision medicine to optimize the human system. This interview is part of a series that includes interviews with Aperion founders Dr. Dan Stickler and Dr. Mickra Hamilton, genetics panel creators David Krantz (endocannabinoids) and Andrea Lahti (neurotransmitters), and Apeiron medical provider Ryan Lester. Today’s guest, Dr. Jacke Kilraine, is the Director of Neurotechnolgoies at Aperion Zoh and the CEO of Expressing Optima. Dr. Jackie covers neurofeedback, sleep, gamma, and much more, through the process of sharing seven mantras: Mantra #1: Neurofeedback is about training the brain through its reward system (and it is work!). Mantra #2: Audio Visual Entrainment (AVE), on the other hand, is passive. Dr. Jackie mentions the MindAlive system, and we also mention Lucia Light: MindAlive: https://mindalive.com/ Lucia: https://makeeverythingfun.com/radio/e083-allison-pelissier/ Mantra #3: All brain waves have their purpose and function. Mantra #4: The gateway to Gamma is through Theta. “Theta is the Magic Carpet to Gamma.” Mantra #5: Gamma waves are associated with creativity (“aha” moments) as well as healing (Dr. Kilraine discusses studies that show that Gamma waves can reduce amyloid plaques in the brain). Mantra #6: COMT is a high-impact SNP ( single nucleotide polymorphism). We discuss the Warrior vs Warrior terminology. See more at this link: https://nutritiongenome.com/are-you-a-warrior-or-a-worrier-exploring-the-influence-of-comt/ Mantra #7: A holistic approach can solve multiple things at once while bringing more joy to life. More about Dr. Jackie Kilraine Dr. Jackie Kilraine is highly skilled at solving complex problems using a very individualized approach. This approach is designed to restore energy, remove fear, regain clarity and help clients look and feel ten years younger. She is the Director of Neurotechnologies at Apeiron Zoh and the CEO of Expressing Optima and Healthybox.me and her nonprofit, The Free Brain Initiative. She is the author of the Expressing Optima journal which is part of her Rediscovering You program and co-author of the Codes of Longevity. Rediscovering You is designed for women to reclaim their joy and passion and to live life to the fullest to enhance their own life as well as the lives of those they love and serve. Dr. Jackie is the proud mother of 3 amazing boys and shares her home with her dogs Luna and Stella and three curious cats. She loves to do anything outdoors especially if it involves water. LINKS https://expressinghealth.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ExpressingOptima Research: https://www.georgiacompanyregistry.com/companies/the-free-brain-initiative-inc/ https://www.facebook.com/fibrochiro/videos/discover-epigenetics-with-dr-jackie-kilraine/290823498186794/ https://expressinghealth.com/videos/ What’s fun for Jackie: Kayaking, floating, hiking, new challenges

This episode was recorded from “mountain” to “mountain” with Finnian in Aspen, CO, and Kathryn in her hometown of Sun Valley, ID. We bring you nine mantras to create more intentionality into your life, including more intentional relationships, leadership, and love. Finnian reminds us that the time for Intentionality is NOW; the world is changing at a rapid pace and our roles as humans are also shifting. The new generations will be charged with the task of creating sustainable peace and wellbeing on our planet. Here are the nine mantras for a more intentional life: Mantra #1: Don’t put your own pressure/projection on to the younger generation (let them make their own choices) Mantra #2: Be careful of your language, even if it is positive (as it can create labels and even “conditional love”) Mantra #3: Life is not linear, and there is no rush! Mantra #4: Take out your emotional “garbage” on an ongoing basis (don’t suppress emotions) Mantra #5: Use “tools” to release and process emotions: 1) shaking/movement, 2) breathwork, 3) meditation, 4) emotional clearing, 5) grounding, and 6) serotonin-building sunlight. Mantra #6: Think of spirituality purely as a way to know yourself better. Spirituality is also a means to experience the wonders of life. Mantra #7: Be open, not rigid (see tools in Mantra #5) Mantra #8: Use curiosity to connect across the generational gaps Mantra #9: Choose love over fear. This link discusses the “map of consciousness” and tells the story of the “pond skim”: https://makeeverythingfun.com/thoughts-map-conciousness/ More about Finnian Kelly Finnian Kelly is a world-renowned keynote speaker on Intentionality, a retreat facilitator, and a 1:1 Executive Coach. He has been dubbed the ‘Business Mystic’ and is the creator of Intentionality.com, a unique framework Finnian uses to guide people to be purposeful and aligned in their beliefs, thoughts, and behaviors so they can feel more love in their lives. As an entrepreneur, Finnian built and exited two multi-million dollar companies in the financial industry. He’s the Creator and Chief Visionary Officer of Intentionality.com and also a retreat facilitator providing entrepreneurs with unique, mind-shifting experiences so they can awaken and connect deeply with their business and their true self. As an Undercover Angel in the popular National Geographic documentary series, he was dropped into an underprivileged community to discover their core issues, build trust and come up with a project that would support their needs. He funded the entire program himself and worked with community leaders to form a family education center in Fakulteta, Bulgaria. LINKS https://www.finniankelly.com/podcast https://www.finniankelly.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/finnkelly1 https://twitter.com/thefinnkelly?lang=en https://www.intentionality.com/

In this episode, we continue our series on genetics/epigenetics and optimization of the human system. This series includes interviews with Aperion founders Dr. Dan Stickler and Dr. Mickra Hamilton, genetics panel creator David Krantz, Aperion medical provider and peptide expert Ryan Lester, and neurotransmitter panel creator Andrea Lahti (today’s interview). As we did in the David Krantz interview (specific to endocannabinoids), we dive into an actual analysis of genetic data (mine, about my brain!) and how it informs us about actions to optimize the human system. We have six mantras from the show. Mantra #1: Neurotransmitters are like an orchestra creating a symphony in the brain. Mantra #2: The obstacles to having one’s individual genes analyzed (cost, access) are getting lower and lower every day. Mantra #3: There is no such thing as a “depression gene” (our brains and emotions are much more complex than that). Mantra #4: A genetics analysis is not scary- it can in fact be validating. Mantra #5: An epigenetics coach incorporates the client’s goals as the basis for a genetics read with epigenetics interventions. Mantra #6: The Neurotransmitter panel from Aperion and NeuroEpiGenetix/ Andrea Lahti includes 20 biochemical signals that helps an individual better understand their brain: Seratonin Dopamine Epinephrine norepinephrine Histamine Glutamine Gaba Glycine Acetylcholine Anandamide Cytokines Endorphins Enkephline Prodynorphin (Dynorphin) Nociceptin Neuropeptide S Neuropeptide Y Oxytocin Adenosine Nitric Oxide. Andrea has spent years developing this panel and has focused recently on the complexity and yet simplicity of serotonin. Researchers have known for decades that sunlight affects serotonin, as it's the oldest neurotransmitter in living organisms. Yet, how many psychiatrists prescribe sunlight? From Andrea: “Being in the mental health field, I can tell you I haven't heard of any of them prescribing sunlight or blue light exposure, but it really does help people.” More about Andrea Lahti Andrea Lahti is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Epigenetic Coach. She studied genetics and ethics as an undergrad at the University of South Carolina, then pursued her Masters in Social Work at the University of North Carolina, to gain skills in being an informative and protective liaison between cutting-edge technology and people’s everyday lives. She has years of experience as a medical social worker to help people balance emotional, mental and physical aspects of their health. Recently, she completed a state-of-the-art genetic panel for neurotransmitter insight - the NeuroEpiGenetix panel - to help guide clients in balancing everything from mental and emotional to physical health. She uses a systems approach to provide a mix of state-of-the-art technology, education, products and services to help people understand the way their bodies and minds function so they can make changes that will help them feel their best. What’s fun for Andrea: Pushing yourself beyond what you think are your limits and being successful (and safe)! For me, that includes running, driving motorcycles, mountain biking, skiing, and hang gliding. LINKS www.buildmolecularhealth.com https://www.facebook.com/buildwellness/?ref=py_c&__xts__=68 Peak Xpression on FB

In this episode, we talk with “glow getter” Sunlighten CEO Connie Zack. She shines through the interview as we discuss the touching genesis story of Sunlighten (her brother’s healing journey from mercury poisoning), the unique healing aspects of infrared light, and the incorporation of sound healing into the Sunlighten sauna system. We have four powerful mantras from the show. Mantra #1: Healing can be fun and comfortable Mantra #2: Healing can be effortless Mantra #3: Healing can be accessible to all - IF we can be creative Mantra #4: Surround yourself with people that fill up your bucket More about Connie Zack Connie Zack started Sunlighten in a basement in 2002. Along with her husband Aaron, they have grown the business dramatically over the last 16 years. Today, from its Overland Park Kansas headquarters, Sunlighten develops, designs, and retails infrared light therapies. The company's unique patented Far Infrared technology, and more recently 3 in 1 Infrared light therapies, are globally transforming wellness. Sunlighten headquarters is also home to Sunlight Day Spa, a premium customer-centric spa experience with focus on holistic healing. Connie is a St. Louis MO native, and received her Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from Indiana University and also studied Italian and French. Connie has always had a passion for communication and does not believe language should be a barrier. Connie and Aaron reside in Leawood KS with their two boys, Hudson and Aiden. LINKS Information about Sunlighten saunas: https://www.sunlighten.com/?leadsource=MakeEverythingFun&utm_source=MakeEverythingFun&utm_medium=Partner&utm_campaign=MakeEverythingFun Sound healing book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1570629552/ Next human book (Connie’s brother’s book): https://www.amazon.com/dp/1634438566/ Krisstina Wise Episode: https://makeeverythingfun.com/radio/e097-krisstina-wise/ Mary Shores Episode: https://makeeverythingfun.com/radio/e092-mary-shores/ Lisa Williams Episode: https://makeeverythingfun.com/radio/e087-lisa-rudy-williams/ More about the healing power of sweating: https://makeeverythingfun.com/sweat-tips-for-surviving-covid/

In this episode, we continue our series on genetics/epigenetics and precision medicine to optimize the human system. This series includes interviews with Aperion founders Dr. Dan Stickler and Dr. Mickra Hamilton, genetics panel creators David Krantz (endocannabinoids) and Andrea Lahti (neurotransmitters), and today’s guest and Apeiron medical provider Ryan Lester. Ryan is a healthcare provider on the forefront of the rapidly evolving field of health optimization and human longevity. Ryan also knows how to have fun. Here are some of his favorite fun activities:: -Talking all things health optimization and longevity -Watching and playing sports -Learning how to learn -Teaching -Playing with children and dogs -Listening to music -Watching live music -Watching movies -Laughing with friends -Hiking and experiencing nature -Pushing myself physically -Training for a physical goal -Traveling to new places We have six powerful mantras from the interview. Mantra #1: Recognize words in the vocabulary of the evolved health provider: “spiritual” and “soul” are examples Mantra #2: Focus on the four pillars for optimal epigenetic interventions (links provided by Kathryn based on recent blogs and info) 1) sleep 2) stress (this blog is about spiritual practices to manage stress) 3) nutrition 4) exercise Mantra #3: Incorporate genetic data to allow for customization of supplements, peptides and more precision interventions Mantra #4: Look at the right data points before making a pharmaceutical intervention (our discussion on cholesterol and looking at 1) LDL particle number, 2) APO-B, which is a proxy for LDL particle number, and 3) Lp (a). Mantra #5: Start early when it comes to precision medicine (Ryan recommended individuals in their early 20s); traditional panels could be catching symptoms over a decade too late Mantra #6: Start with each individual’s goals for precision medicine (what is their “why”). More about Ryan Lester Ryan has been a Physician Assistant for over a decade and is on the forefront of the rapidly evolving field of health optimization and human longevity. He received his medical degree at Rochester Institute of Technology. Over the last decade he has specialized in Emergency Medicine, Orthopedic and Joint Reconstruction Surgery. He has studied Dietary Epigenetics at Stanford University, is a certified Epigenetic Coach and holds a certification in the clinical application of advanced peptide therapies. He has partnered with The Apeiron Center for Human Potential in Austin, TX in working with clients to elevate their health and well being through genomics based, Precision Performance Medicine that leverages the latest in cutting edge genetic/epigenetic science, nervous system assessments, blood analysis, biometric monitoring, hormone optimization, and lifestyle design. LINKS https://www.elevatewithryan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ryanlesterapeironaustin/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-d-lester/

In this episode, we continue our series on genetics/epigenetics and optimization of the human system. We feature Dr. Dan Stickler and Dr. Mickra Hamilton, the founders of Aperion Zoh. This series includes interviews with genetics panel creators David Krantz (endocannabinoids) and Andrea Lahti (neurotransmitters), as well as Austin center Aperion medical provider and peptide expert Ryan Lester. We have six powerful mantras from the show: Mantra #1: Humans are evolving based on wellness optimization and complex systems (be open to transformation) Mantra #2: The evolved human requires a healthcare system that is not broken (our current system is broken and may not be fixable) Mantra #3: Change is not linear Mantra #4: When it comes to genetics, the important word is “variation” (not “mutation”!) Mantra #5: Genetic information does not have to be scary; it can in fact be validating and positively motivating Mantra #6: Transformation must start now so that we can help future generations for the sake of humanity More about Dr. Hamilton and Dr. Sticker Dr. Mickra Hamilton is CEO & Co-Founder of Apeiron Zoh Corporation, a Precision Performance Ecosystem that Curates Limitless Expression. A Systems Designer and creative disruptor in the field of Precision Human Performance she informs a new paradigm of what is possible for human flourishing and purposeful evolution. Dr. Hamilton speaks internationally on the focus areas of the epigenetics of the human system and environment, breathing science, conscious leadership and peak psychophysiological performance. A decorated retired Colonel, Hamilton spent 30 years in the USAFR, as a Systems Strategist and Human Performance Subject Matter Expert. Leveraging this experience she works with a complex systems approach for data driven precision to optimize human and corporate performance and potential. Her contributions assist aware individuals, conscious corporations and international organizations to create system enhancements which drive impact and create global change. Genetics and epigenetic lifestyle strategies along with scientific research, advanced biologics and leading edge technologies are key components of this approach. These powerful strategies target the physiological, emotional, mental, and energetic aspects of the “human system” to enhance life, improve relationships with the internal and external environment and impact the collective environment. Dr. Hamilton leverages thirty years of experience in the field of psychoacoustics for research and development activities in Apeiron’s R & D Division. Current development focuses on 3-D soundscape/naturescape virtual reality programming and breath/heart/brain entrainment to restore systems equilibrium and create beneficial shifts in states of consciousness. Apeiron’s acoustic research aims to create advanced technology that works with the “human system” to restore resonance and propel the advancement of human evolution. Dr. Daniel L. Stickler is the Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of The Apeiron Center for Human Potential and Chief Science Officer for Apeiron Academy. He is the pioneer behind systems-based precision performance medicine, a new paradigm that re-defines medicine from the old symptoms based disease model to one of limitless peak performance in all aspects of life. A physician to high-performing executives and entrepreneurs who want to upgrade their current state, he’s also an author, speaker, blogger and podcaster. He is the Medical Director for the Neurohacker Collective, a Google consultant for wearable technology, epigenetics, and AI in healthcare and a guest lecturer at Stanford University on Epigenetics in Clinical Practice. In 2008, a new world opened through the lens of genetics and epigenetics and his near obsession like fascination of the potentials for personalized human systems design led to the realization that we truly have the ability within us to take charge of our destiny and become the architects of our evolution. Links Apeiron Zoh: https://apeironzoh.com/ Apeiron-certified coaches: https://apeironzoh.com/coaches/

In this episode, we start our series on genetics/epigenetics and optimization of the human system. This series includes interviews with Aperion founders Dr. Dan Stickler and Dr. Mickra Hamilton, genetics panel creator David Krantz (today’s interview on endocannabinoids) genetics panel creator Andrea Lahti (upcoming interview on neurotransmitters), and Aperion medical provider and peptide expert Ryan Lester. Today’s guest is David Krantz. He is an award-winning health innovator and Epigenetics coach. What’s fun for David: Life! getting to experience all the facets of it and continue to break down the illusion of internal/external and self/non-self. We have four powerful mantras from the show. Then we dive into an actual analysis of genetic data (mine!) and how it informs us about actions to optimize the human system. Mantra #1: Be open to nudges from the universe. Mantra #2: Recognize that epigenetics coaching is a fun form of biohacking. Mantra #3: Embrace the idea of fine-tuning the human system through customized epigenetics coaching. Mantra #4: Remember that genetics are not your destiny. Epigenetics empowers you to take control of your health and life. Video demonstration where we walk through the endocannabinoid genetic panel: INSERT More about David Krantz David Krantz is a certified Epigenetic Coach and sought-after expert in the field of individualized nutrition and peak performance. David is best known for developing a test in collaboration with Apeiron Genomics that helps people understand their unique response to cannabinoids. He was nominated in 2019 as a Top 100 Health innovator by the International Forum For Healthcare Advancement and in 2020 launched a comprehensive training program on cannabis nutrigenetics for health practitioners and industry professionals. A lifelong musician, David sees the various systems of the body as parts of a complex symphony and has a passion for helping people fine-tune those parts to create resonant health and wellness. Links https://david-krantz.com IG: @wholesystemshealth https://cannaDNA.education Apeiron-certified coaches: https://apeironzoh.com/coaches/

In this episode, money expert Krisstina Wise shares tips on how we can be wealthy and WELL at the same time. Krisstina’s health and wealth have afforded her a new summer home in Park City, Utah, and I’m so excited to share some mountain moments with her and mountain mantras with you. We have eight mantras from the show: Mantra #1: The answer to the question, “how much money is enough money?” is NOT simply…”more”. Mantra #2: Get in touch with the sensation of being satisfied (when you've had enough food to eat, when you feel good enough, etc.) Mantra #3: Practice gratitude for the universe, self, and others to heal deep (subconscious) issues around money - likely developed during early childhood. Mantra #4: There is an important intersection of wealth and health. Mantra #5: There are three categories of life that you can't opt-out of: 1)health, 2) money and 3) relationships. Mantra #6: There is no magic pill, modality or doctor that will “fix” your health; the key is listening to your body, having an ongoing conversation with it, to understand its needs Mantra #7: Have patience. You can't rush your healing (note from Kathryn: a great song by Trevor Hall). Mantra #8: Don't stop dreaming, while being content with the present moment. More about Krisstina Wise Krisstina Wise has made it her life's work to master money. She is a self-made multi-millionaire with the equivalent of at least two PhDs of intense study with some of the business world's most sage and seasoned mentors. Her training and experience has built proven systems that work-- in both good and challenging times. After nearly losing her life in 2013 and spending almost half a million dollars to recover, her mission is now to inspire others to build extraordinary wealth and optimal health. Named one of the 100 Most Influential Real Estate Leaders in the country, she has been featured in USA TODAY and recognized by Apple and Evernote for her creative leadership with emerging technologies. Krisstina is an international speaker and award-winning author of the Amazon bestseller "Falling For Money," a romance novel for your bank account. She may wear athletic clothes and a baseball cap for almost any occasion, but don't let that fool you...Financial sovereignty means the freedom to choose. Krisstina chooses to show up in a baseball cap instead of a Lamborghini, even though she could choose the latter. Learn more about her money school for micro-business owners at www.SovereigntyAcademy.com. Links krisstina.(free gift) www.SovereigntyAcademy.com.

In this episode, “play expert” Jeff Harry joins up with “fun expert” Dr. Kathryn Guylay for some actionable, transformational steps to a better year in 2021 and beyond. Listen for this amazing quote that Jeff shares from Steven Johnson: “You will find the future where people are having the most fun.” We have seven mantras from the show, but first, a Warning: You can get exactly what you want, and not be happy. Here are the seven mantras: Mantra #1: To avoid the “I'll be happy when” syndrome, remember the quote: “expectations is the thief of joy”. Mantra #2: Let go of expectations when they don't serve you (Jeff explains the paper airplane exercise he does with some clients). Mantra #3: In every decision, we can claim Who We Are….Or try to (endlessly and needlessly) chase our worth. Mantra #4: Increase your fun, joy, and play “index” through a review of your day, week, month, and year. (If your index needs a boost, use gratitude, appreciation, and curiosity to find more fun, joy, and play moving forward). Mantra #5: Follow two steps to increase play right away: 1) self-soothe first (shower, music, walk, etc.), and then 2) get bored, then curious; get ready to meet your inner child! Mantra #6: Leverage your own community of friends to find more play. Reach out to them and ask two questions: 1) what value do I bring to you and your life? and 2) when have you seen me most alive? Mantra #7: Remember that every conversation is an option: do you choose a transaction or a transformation? More about Jeff Harry Jeff Harry shows individuals and companies how to tap into their true selves, to feel their happiest and most fulfilled — all by playing. Jeff has worked with Google, Microsoft, Southwest Airlines, Adobe, the NFL, Amazon, and Facebook, helping their staff to infuse more play into the day-to-day. Jeff is an international speaker who has presented at conferences such as INBOUND, SXSW, and Australia’s Pausefest, showing audiences how major issues in the workplace can be solved using play. Jeff was selected by BambooHR & Engagedly as one of the Top 100 HR Influencers of 2020 for his organizational development work around dealing with toxic people in the workplace. His play work has most recently been featured in the NY Times article: How Do We Add More Play To Our Grown-Up Life - Even Now. He has also been featured on AJ+, SoulPancake, the SF Chronicle, and CNN. While we spend most of our time pretending to be important, serious grownups, it's when we let go of that facade and just play, that the real magic happens. Fully embracing your own nerdy genius — whatever that is — gives you the power to make a difference and change lives. Jeff believes that we already have many of the answers we seek, and by simply unleashing our inner child, we can find our purpose and, in turn, help to create a better world. Links Dr. Anna Cabeca interview (more information about Oxytocin): Dr. Gay Hendricks interview (more about The Big Leap and Conscious Luck): https://www.rediscoveryourplay.com https://youtube.com/jeffharryplays https://instagram.com/jeffharryplays https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-harry-6991a94/ https://medium.com/@jeffharryplays https://twitter.com/jeffharryplays https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffharryplays NYT article: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/08/14/smarter-living/adults-play-work-life-balance.html). Book: The Big Leap Book: Conscious Luck Book: The Rise of Superman (about Flow) Book: Wonderland: How Play Made the Modern World https://smile.amazon.com/Wonderland-Play-Made-Modern-World/dp/039918449X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Wonderland%3A+How+Play+Made+the+Modern+World&qid=1609248632&sr=8-1

In this episode, biologist Dr. Rebecca shares her amazing 360 feedback app, icueity. https://www.icueity.com/ You will also gain many insights about the ancestral and instinctual aspects of the brain which makes feedback such an important part of feeling safe in order to unleash our limitless potential. We have seven mantras from the show: Mantra #1: Spread happy. Homemade ice cream recipe: https://makeeverythingfun.com/recipe/homemade-vanilla-ice-cream/ Dairy-free ice cream recipe: https://makeeverythingfun.com/recipe/dairy-free-chocolate-ice-cream/ Mantra #2: Spread your long term legacy. (What do you want to spread?) Mantra #3: Feedback is fantastic (and helps with the fight, flight, or freeze response). Mantra #4: Lack of feedback is scary (and triggers the survival or reptilian part of our brains). Mantra #5: Be aware of your Kryptonite. Mantra #6: Weaknesses are not permanent, pervasive, or personal. Mantra #7: Replace those ANTS (Automatic Negative Thoughts) with PETS (Practiced Enlighted Thoughts). More about Dr. Rebecca Heiss Rebecca knows fear. As a biologist and stress expert, Dr. Rebecca Heiss is dedicated to helping us become self-aware and overcome our instinctual limitations – the ancient, often subconscious fears that hold us back from our optimal performance and our happiest lives. Her research has been designated “transformative” by the National Science Foundation and it is waking up audiences around the world. As an author (Instinct, April 2021), founder and CEO of the 360-review mobile application, icueity, and highly sought-after professional speaker, Rebecca has found her calling in helping others recognize the power of biological applications in their lives. A former educator, Dr. Heiss spent much of her earlier career in the classroom at both the high school and college levels and was recruited to be a founding member of an innovative charter school with a focus on entrepreneurial thinking and impact-based learning. Rebecca has been honored to speak internationally on her work, including multiple TEDx talks. Her “fear(less)” message inspires hope and actionable insights to train our brain to work for us, rather than against us in times of uncertainty. With surprising humor and palpable energy, no matter if Dr. Heiss is delivering virtually or on stage, she wins over audiences around the world with her interactive, inspiring, and timely takeaways. She lives in South Carolina with her spoiled rotten dog named Guinness, and every day tries to live her life motto: “spread happy”. LINKS https://www.icueity.com/ https://rebeccaheiss.com/

In this episode, I do my first “solo-sode” to talk about how COVID hit our house, and what we did to avoid a downward spiral as we fought this novel coronavirus. I reference 9 blog posts that each contain foundational steps to protect your health, whether or not you are experiencing COVID. These 9 blog posts become the “mantras for our show” (note… many more to come as I move into more and more bio-hacking related content. Check my blog and/or sign up for my newsletter - see the right-hand area of my webpages or footer on my homepage - to stay in the loop). To your good health! Mantra #1: Let Food Be Thy Medicine Mantra #2: Stay Well Hydrated Mantra #3: Sleep is the Best Medicine Mantra #4: Start or Boost your Spiritual Practice Mantra #5: Ask for Support for Mental Wellness Mantra #6: Keep It Out of Your Lungs Mantra #7: Breathe https://makeeverythingfun.com/breathe-surviving-covid/ Mantra #8: Take time for personal/professional development https://makeeverythingfun.com/professional-dev-covid/ Mantra #9: Sweat https://makeeverythingfun.com/sweat-tips-for-surviving-covid/ More about Dr. Kathryn Guylay Dr. Kathryn Guylay is an agent of change serving transformational organizations and individuals. As a nonprofit founder and leader, she has brought nutrition education to tens of thousands of children and adults. Her platform at MakeEverythingFun.com provides resources on wellness, nutrition, leadership, and publishing. Kathryn has written six books, hosts two podcasts, and has appeared on most of the major media outlets. Kathryn applies her love of learning to assemble eclectic modalities in a fun toolbox to support clients.

In this episode, psychotherapist Dr. Audrey Boxwell shares many insights about the healing properties of walking and movement. Listen to the show while out on a walk or hike! We have eight mantras from the show: Mantra #1: Walking is about moving forward and allows you to get unstuck. Mantra #2: Walking allows you to rewrite your story. Mantra #3: Walking is an alternative to seated meditation. Mantra #4: Walking allows the subconscious to surface. Mantra #5: Walking moves us into Alpha/Theta brain waves states. Mantra #6: Walking allows us to breathe deeper so that we can go into the parasympathetic mode of our autonomic nervous system. Mantra #7: Walking unlocks memories. Mantra #8: Walking allows us to set intentions and then integrate those intentions. More about Dr. Audrey Boxwell Dr. Audrey has been researching the relationship between the mind, body and soul, and their role in healing, for the past 16 years. She currently practices pastoral counseling and psychotherapy outside of the traditional office setting by walking and hiking with patients and clients. Dr. Boxwell is the developer of PsycheHike®, an integrated physical, emotional and spiritual program that reduces stress and increases overall health. Her latest release, From Sole to Soul: A Daily Prescription for Moving Forward in Your Life, offers readers 365 creative ways to push past stress, uncertainty, and fear through guided meditative movement. LINKS Audrey’s new book, From Sole to Soul: https://www.amazon.com/Sole-Soul-Prescription-Moving-Forward/dp/1734161507 Audrey’s website: https://www.audreyboxwell.com

In this episode, we explore how to create deeper connections with our fellow human beings through Conscious Communication. Our guest is Mary Shores, a transformational leader in the world of business and personal development. We have nine mantras from the show: Mantra #1: Shift the use of “should” to... “help me understand how to do this better” Mantra #2: Our words cast “spells” (from the word “spelling”) Mantra #3: The word Abracadabra means “I will create as I speak” Mantra #4: Loneliness is the sickness of our time and results from a lack of communication and connection Mantra #5: Communication and connection is about listening Mantra #6: Deep listening happens in 3 steps: 1) validation, 2) planting a seed of happiness, and 3) suggesting can-do ideas or solutions Mantra #7: Deep listening does not include the words “but” or “unfortunately” Mantra #8: Do-not-say words include “no”, “not”, “can't,” and “however” Mantra #9: Ask: how do you feel (about the elephant in the room) More about Mary Shores From Mary: BOLD - NO-NONSENSE - APPROACHABLE - TENACIOUS | When people think of me, those are the words I hope come to mind. See, I have built a career and a business on the power of “Words That Work.” As such, I believe to my core that the words that fill your inner monologue as well as the words you choose to say have a profound impact on your life and the lives of others. To provide some proof, here is a (condensed) timeline of the trajectory of my life: ♦ In 1998 I opened a debt collection agency, Midstate Collection Solutions. Despite rough personal circumstances, I harnessed the power of positive words and thinking to do this. ♦ In 2005 I overhauled my business model around my proprietary “Words That Work” method and a commitment to making those in debt happier at the end of a call with Midstate than they were at the beginning. ♦ The makeover worked and soon I shifted my focus to changing the debt collection industry as a whole. I began traveling and sharing the “Words That Work” method with businesses all over the country. ♦ I realized that words have the power to change not only businesses, but also people at their core and I set out to help others. ♦ In 2015 I authored and published a best-selling book with Hay House, “Conscious Communications: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Harnessing the Power of Your Words to Change Your Mind, Your Choices, and Your Life.” ♦ After the success of the book, requests to speak, and professional development industry involvement, I launched The Mary Shores Brand, which aims to share what I have learned through various mediums including speaking engagements, workshops, retreats, podcasts, books, and more. Today, I concurrently run the Midstate Collection Solutions business while also building The Mary Shores Brand. I LOVE what I do and get to do it because of the words I choose to say to myself and project to others. LINKS www.maryshores.com https://consciouscomms.com/ Article about work of Wendy Levinson: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/414233 Talk by Matthew Lieberman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7UR9JwQEYk&list=PLkZpdj1zSj9Bh4UO9SEUsHkcz5vjt8UhZ&index=41 Nonviolent Communication/ Marshall Rosenberg: https://www.cnvc.org/

In this episode, we explore what is going on with our health care system. Increasing costs. Hidden prices. Frustrated patients and providers. We discuss the possibility that health care costs are stealing away the American dream. Our guest is Dave Chase. Dave leads the vision for Health Rosetta -which is to empower community-owned health plans. We have five mantras from the show: Mantra #1: Get empowered as a consumer in this irrational and overwhelming healthcare industry. Mantra #2: Consider cash pay for medical procedures as the cost may be less than going through insurance. Mantra #3: Employers can get better results for lower prices by working with the right advisors. Mantra #4: Don’t pay cadillac prices for a “pinto” product/service. Mantra #5: Go LOCAL: Learn how to be liberated from the status quo Optimize health plan infrastructure Carve our Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) Add value-based primary care Leave behind value extracting PPO networks Interesting data points from the interview: 1. Healthcare itself isn't expensive (clinicians only receive $0.27 of every $1 ostensibly spent on healthcare). What's expensive is profiteering, price-gouging, and misaligned incentives 2. Business owners can spend 20-40% of current spending on health benefits and get superior health outcomes by following a more “grassroots” approach (see LOCAL, above). 3. COVID-19 is accelerating the process of health being relocalized, similar to how the local/healthy food movement greatly improved the health of families and the livelihoods of farmers. More about Dave Chase Chase leads the vision for Health Rosetta which is to empower community-owned health plans. Health Rosetta’s blueprint and platform powers the health plans of your dreams: high quality, trustworthy, local, affordable care -- that you thought had disappeared forever -- from caregivers we know & trust. We free up compassionate, well-trained, community-based caregivers to rediscover love in medicine so they can do what they have always been called to do: serve their patients not just in disease, but toward their fullest health. A trusted & sacred caregiver-patient bond is built through transparency & openness that equips and empowers patients wherever they can best achieve their unique health goals -- at home or any setting best optimizing their well-being. By avoiding the 50% wasted healthcare spending, we can ensure our caregivers have the independence & resources to address the psychosocial and medical issues their patients face. Human-centered health plans restore health, hope & well-being. Through best-selling books & The Resident (on FOX), where Chase serves as a consultant, collateral damage from the Extractive Era of healthcare is highlighted as well as the tremendous successes & opportunities with Health Rosetta-type health plans. The books, writing for various media outlets, TED talk and TV/film have reached over 10 million people with the goal of informing, enraging, empowering and activating a broad grassroots movement designed to restore hope, health & well-being to our communities. Chase received the Health Value Awards' Lifetime Achievement for Health Benefits Innovation at the 2020 World Health Care Congress. Chase co-founded Avado which was acquired by & integrated into WebMD/Medscape and founded Microsoft's $2B, 28,000 partner healthcare ecosystem. Outside of work, Chase is an oxygen-fueled mountain athlete and volunteer high school track & cross country coach. Once upon a time, Chase was a PAC-12 800 Meter & 4x400 competitor. Most importantly, devotion to faith, family and friends underpin a desire to be a servant leader to the 4 million lives (& growing) stewarded through the Health Rosetta community. LINKS www.healthrosetta.org (please see Dave’s books at the site) Twitter: @chasedave

In this episode, we invite Sharkie Zartman to talk about how she is making the most of aging and living a fun, vital, and productive life. We have eight mantras from the show: Mantra #1: The most important thing that we can control is our attitude. Mantra #2: Stop complaining and focus on what you can do. Mantra #3: Remember that aging gives us the opportunity to make ourselves a priority. Mantra #4: Try your best (advice from Sharkie’s 96-year-old dad). Mantra #5: Make things fun to maximize vitality and productivity. Mantra #6: Focus on “I get to” statements. Mantra #7: Eat your vegetables. Mantra #8: Avoid additives. More about Sharkie Sharkie is a health and fitness professor, an All-American Volleyball athlete, a radio host, speaker, and holistic health coach. She is also an established author of more than six books, including her newest book Win At Aging/. Her latest book helps readers develop a mindset to see aging as an opportunity and a privilege, as well as a challenge. LINKS https://sharkiezartman.com/ Sharkie’s new book, Win at Aging: https://www.amazon.com/Win-Aging-Stay-Free-Retirement/dp/1628656859/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=win+at+aging&qid=1599006295&sr=8-1

In this episode, we continue to explore holistic healing with a Naturopathic doctor. Dr. Wdowin has been called “80% magic and 80% woman.” We discuss mind-body healing, detoxification, and much more. We have five mantras from the show: Mantra #1: We are complex, unique, magical human beings (and we must honor ourselves in this way). Mantra #2: We can connect to the magic through ceremony. Even blessing the herbs we are about to take can be an important ceremonial gesture. Mantra #3: Naturopathic medicine is about getting down to the root issue. Mantra #4: COVID19 is a great time to embark on a self-care / wellness project. Mantra #5: Detoxification is a great way to rid the body of the over 80,000 chemicals that are currently circulating around our mind-body systems. More about Dr. Heather Wdowin Dr. Wdowin is an educator, author, speaker, naturalist, traveler, and host of “The Bad Girls’ Guide to Living Well”. Her colleagues call her a “naturopathic renegade and eclectic physician”. One of her enemies once said she was “80% magic, and 20% woman”. She has circumnavigated the planet with a backpack, hiked the Grand Canyon nine times, sailed down the Nile, and meditated in the queen’s chamber of the great pyramid, twice. She loves children, animals, and nature. It is her philosophy that the further we get from nature, the sicker we will become. LINKS www.NaturopathicMD.com

In this episode, we explore holistic healing with “Medical Detective” Susan Levin. For over 30 years, Susan has worked with clients and doctors treating the whole person, not just the list of symptoms. Some call it integrative, alternative, complementary, or functional medicine, but she calls it healing. We have five mantras from the show: Mantra #1: Whether we are talking about complementary, integrative, or functional medicine, we are talking about self-repair. Mantra #2: If you are working in holistic medicine or other helping professions, a good rule (set by Susan’s husband, Dr. Warren Levin, M.D.), is to follow your clients. Mantra #3: Health wake up calls can be a wonderful way to start new habits. Mantra #4: Don’t accept less than the best when it comes to your health. Mantra #5: Sugar is the new cocaine in our society (and it’s NOT good for your immune system). Read this blog post about sugar and kids. Read this post about keeping your immune system strong. More about Susan Levin For over 30 years, Susan has worked with clients and doctors treating the whole person, not just the list of symptoms. Some call it integrative, alternative, complementary, or functional medicine, but she calls it healing. Susan counsels clients one-on-one who suffer from chronic illnesses. She helps them find the right combination of health care practitioners in conjunction with healthy lifestyle interventions. This support facilitates her client’s recovery from modern ailments plaguing our country. LINKS www.susanlevin.net https://susanlevin.net/acam-board/ https://susanlevin.net/townsend-letter-reprint/ https://susanlevin.net/freedom-of-choice/ https://www.amazon.com/Prime-Example-Story-Alternative-Medicine/dp/1614480257 https://susanlevin.net/about/

In this episode, we continue to explore brain-body modalities for healing and optimal living. Our guest is Lisa Williams, Lyme Disease survivor/thriver and author of Biohack Your Way Beyond Lyme. We have five mantras from the show: Mantra #1: Biohacking starts with our mindset Mantra #2: Biohacking includes cool technologies that allow us to increase our energy at the cellular level (mitochondrial support) Mantra #3: Biohacking is about following our intuition when it comes to your health. Mantra #4: We need a collaborative model for optimal health care. Mantra #5: Biohacking is about making friends with our own bodies, and connecting to our bodies so that we can come into our own power. More about Lisa Rudy Williams Lisa Rudy Williams is a personal coach, biohacking consultant, and alternative health educator. Her mission is to empower individuals to believe in themselves, set a vision for the future and experiment with open-minded curiosity in every area of their life. Lisa is passionate about working with people who seek to take charge of their health in innovative ways and improve their overall well-being by adopting the mindset of a biohacker. With her background in science, research, and neurobiology, she brings a unique perspective to helping clients. Her understanding of the inseparable unity of the brain and body are an important part of her work. Having battled back from the brink of late-stage Lyme disease and other major health challenges, Lisa is uniquely experienced in working with those who are motivated to move ahead with their own journey to better health. Through her programs, she provides one-on-one and group coaching along with consulting to motivated clients. She is a board-certified health coach with certifications from the Life Purpose Institute and Human Potential Institute. She’s also accredited by the International Coaching Federation as an Associate Certified Coach. LINKS Lisa’s site: www.beyondlyme.coach Lisa’s book: https://www.amazon.com/Biohack-Your-Way-Beyond-Lyme-ebook/dp/B0887WV1GX/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=lisa+rudy+williams&qid=1595291421&sr=8-1 Neuroptimal: https://neuroptimal.com/ Biomodulator: https://senergy.us/tennant-biomodulator/ Sunlighten: https://www.sunlighten.com/ Infrared pads: https://smile.amazon.com/s?k=infrared+heating+pads Biomat: https://www.biomat.com/order/?Top-Sellers#Biomat-professional Magnus Magnetica: https://www.magnusmagnetica.com/ Dr. Klinghardt: https://klinghardtinstitute.com/ Neurofeedback. Listen to more from neurofeedback specialist Santiago Brand, and see the link to NeuroOptimal below. You may also want to listen to my interview with Dr. Mario Martinez on how the brain heals in the slower brain wave states such as Alpha and Theta.

In this episode, we explore how to create space for wellness in life and business. Our guest is Christian Chasmer, Partner and COO at Vessel (Vesselhealth.com) and best-selling author of two books (Lose the Limits and Elevated). We have seven mantras from this episode: Mantra #1: Wellness is about giving people tools, education, , and support for behavior change. Mantra #2: Conscious businesses do not follow the “if you build it, they will come” mindset. Instead, a careful (customer) discovery and validation phase is essential. Mantra #3: Customer validation really happens at the moment when people hand over their credit card # (a pre-order), not when they simply say “yes” to a conceptual idea. Mantra #4: A conscious wellness business is about solving a key problem for a consumer and creating a transformation for them in their lives. Mantra #5: The most important word in marketing is “you”. Mantra #6: Conscious wellness businesses walk the talk. Christian shares how Vessel supports their employees with daily meditation and other wellness and spiritual practices. Mantra #7: Step away from the desk. Often our best ideas come in the shower, on a walk, or when we are allowing the space for inspiration to flow. More about Christian Christian Chasmer is an entrepreneur and operations expert. He is currently a partner and COO at Vessel (VesselHealth.com). He is also the best selling author of Lose The Limits. Starting in college, Christian built a franchise from $0 to $1.2 million in annual revenue. He then co-founded the real estate development company CC Solutions and grew it to $6 million in revenue in under 2 years. To help others create the same satisfaction he’s found in life and business, Christian authored the bestseller Lose the Limits: Break your limiting beliefs, become a more productive you, and achieve everything you want in life. Christian’s give-first mindset and skill for building systems help him fulfill his mission: to help others make an exponential impact and simplify business. He lives in San Diego, California. LINKS Vesselhealth.com Christianchasmer.com Lose the limits: https://www.amazon.com/Lose-Limits-Limiting-Productive-Everything/dp/B00V3Q9D3A/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=lose+your+limits&qid=1580235882&s=books&sr=1-1 Elevated - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1670393089

In this episode, we continue to explore brain-body modalities for healing and optimal living. In this episode, we explore optimal performance from a coaching perspective. Our guest is Eva Medilek, a Certified High-Performance Coach and Relationship Success Coach. We have five mantras from this episode: Mantra #1: S + R = R (Situation + Reaction equals Result). Mantra #2: Become aware of your habits/patterns/beliefs in order to understand your relationship operating system Mantra #3: Understand how schema (typically developed from early childhood experiences) shape our behavior. Mantra #4: You are 100% responsible for 50% of your relationships (See how Eva’s philosophy aligns with Marilyn Suttle’s) Mantra #5: Don’t understand the impact of stress on how you show up in the world. More about Eva Eva Medilek is a Certified High-Performance Coach and a Relationship Success Coach, coaching both men and women in personal development, leadership, and mastering habits for success. She specializes in helping driven executives, entrepreneurs, influencers and businesses achieve higher levels of business growth without sacrificing health, well-being, and relationships. Eva knows, first hand, how a driven personality type can leave you feeling lonely, disappointed, frustrated, and resentful in your personal relationships, which impacts your ability to achieve success professionally. She uses her personal experiences along with her leadership, transformational, and high-performance training to teach you the pillars of high performance as well as showing you how to communicate in a way that fosters influence and connection in your personal life and your career. Eva believes that the power of your personal and professional relationships can be unlocked in a way the creates success and high-performance mastery in every area of your life. LINKS https://www.evamedilek.com/ https://www.instagram.com/personalcoach4success/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/evamedilek/ https://www.facebook.com/personalcoach4success/

In this episode, we continue to explore the cutting edge brain-body modalities for healing and optimal living. Our guest is Dr. Deb Sandella, founder of the groundbreaking RIM (Regenerating Images and Memory) method. We have six mantras from this episode: Mantra #1: The primary purpose of our brain is to protect us. Mantra #2: Busyness is a way that we disassociate. Mantra #3: To move to a “whole brain”, starting with the self is the key first step. Mantra #4: Productivity can be quiet. Mantra #5: Major personal events can be important factors in deciding on a life career. Mantra #6: Be playful. More about Dr. Deb Deborah Sandella Ph.D., RN is author of the #1 International Bestseller “Goodbye Hurt & Pain, 7 Simple Steps to Health, Love and Success.” She is an award-winning psychotherapist, university professor, and the originator of the groundbreaking RIM Method, which is a heavily-backed neuroscience tool proven to reduce stress and improve quality of life. She’s been featured in the media—including USA TODAY, CBS, and CNN. She frequently shares the stage with Jack Canfield and is co-author of their “Awakening Power” meditation program. Her numerous professional awards include, "Outstanding Clinical Specialist," "Research Excellence," and an "EVVY Best Personal Growth Book Award." LINKS www.GoodbyeHurtandPain.com https://www.riminstitute.com/