Chasta Michaelis, on-air radio personality at 107.7 The Bone and TV Host at Soundwaves TV presents "Rock Your Life." The Rock Your Life concept centers around putting maximum energy and effort into every aspect of your life. Whether it’s family, wellness, work, music, dreams, goals, aspirations…whatever you’re doing…ROCK IT!
The Rock Your Life podcast is a truly inspiring and uplifting show that has quickly become one of my favorites. Hosted by Chasta and sometimes joined by Sydney, the podcast covers a variety of topics and brings on a wide range of guests to share their insights and experiences.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is Chasta's transparency and relatability. She approaches each episode with an "I'm not an expert" mindset, which makes her incredibly relatable to listeners. Her energy is infectious, and it feels like you're having a conversation with a friend while listening to the show. The diversity in guests also adds depth to the discussions, providing different perspectives on various topics.
I also appreciate the multi-generational view provided by Sydney in some episodes. It's refreshing to hear different age groups discussing the same topics, as it helps broaden my own understanding and challenges any preconceived notions I may have.
On the downside, there are times when I wish the episodes were longer. Sometimes the conversations feel cut short, and I find myself wanting more in-depth discussions on certain topics. However, this can also be seen as a positive aspect because it leaves me eager for more content.
In conclusion, The Rock Your Life podcast is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration, personal growth, and thought-provoking conversations. Chasta's energy, relatability, and variety of guests make this show a standout among other podcasts. Whether you're looking for nuggets of wisdom or simply want to hang out with an uplifting friend during your daily activities, this podcast will not disappoint. Overall, I highly recommend subscribing to The Rock Your Life podcast for regular doses of positivity and motivation.
There's no time like the present to Rock Your Life! I'm back baby!!
For years I've tried to prioritize meditation in my daily habits but I always feel rushed and like I'm trying to squeeze in another "thing to do." That's not exactly the right mindset to have about something that is supposed to bring you zen. Thanks to the wise words of author Mel Robbins, I'm trading out focused meditation with mindful moments. Let's chat through the difference. Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com and www.rockyourlifenow.net
Creating vision boards and manifesting your wildest dreams is such a fun way to start thinking about goals and aspirations that sometimes seem so far out there that you'll have to win the lottery or come across the craziest string of luck to get them. Notice I said that was the FUN part. Now, let's get into the dirty work. How can you start putting together action items and steps to actually achieve those things? The power is in your hands. On this episode, Chasta talks about the importance of creating tangible steps to tackle and achieve those lifelong manifestations and visions. Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
In this episode, Chasta and Syd sit down to talk about an article titled “Happy People Do These 10 Things Differently” and examine the different ways we can make changes in our everyday lives that will contribute to our overall happiness. Link to article: https://poosh.com/happy-people-do-these-10-things-differently/ Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com Connect With Syd: Instagram: sydney.crims Email - rockyourlifecontact@gmail.com
In this episode, Chasta talks about her personal symbol and her reasoning behind it. A personal symbol can be used in any way you choose; it can be a depiction of your purpose, a reminder of your power, anything you'd like it to mean to you. We'd love for you to share your personal symbol with us and ways you keep it at the forefront! Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
It's that time of year! In this episode, Chasta dives into her 22 goals for 2022. From updating photo books to hosting runs, goals at any magnitude can have a spot on your list of priorities for this year. We'd love to see your 22 for 2022 list!
Happy Fall! Syd and I thought we'd sit down and share some fun fall activity ideas. From at home tailgates to fall candle exchanges, we're giving you some ideas to get out there and be festive! Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com Connect With Syd: Instagram: sydney.crims Email - rockyourlifecontact@gmail.com
On this episode I have an incredible conversation with two amazing women from Pink Ribbon Girls, Heidi and Heather. We talk about Heather's inspiring story of adoption, breast cancer, and recovery as well as dive into the resources Pink Ribbon Girls provide to women in need of support. "Pink Ribbon Girls provide free direct services to those with breast and gynecological cancers throughout our service regions. We serve those with any stage of cancer. There are no age restrictions and no income restrictions.” Services include healthy meals, housecleaning, rides to treatment, as well as peer support and more. For additional information on Pink Ribbon Girls please visit pinkribbongirls.org Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
Transitions and big life changes are tough to navigate. They can feel overwhelming and stressful and all too much but it's important to recognize the personal growth that can come from hardships. Times of uncertainty shed light on your inner strength and power to get through hard things. In this episode, Syd and I sit down and talk about some of the changes that are happening in our lives and mention some reminders to keep you pushing forward. Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com Connect With Syd: Instagram: sydney.crims Email - rockyourlifecontact@gmail.com
It's been a busy summer over here, from new jobs to running a business to raising an almost kindergartener, it's easy to find things overwhelming, big and small, when juggling so many hats. I'm sure it's been a busy summer for you too. In seasons of busyness it's easy to point out things that aren't working or dwell on things you might be lacking in your day to day life but I challenge you to shift your thinking from what went wrong to what went right, even for a minute. Help your future self out by doing that top rack of dishes or making healthy choices at the dinner table or even asking for help with tasks and those acts of goodness you're making an effort to shower on yourself will start to add up. Force yourself to look for the good and you'll start to see it without even trying. Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
This year marks 19 years in radio and/or tv and in that time on the air (and being in the public eye) I've dealt with my fair share of “haters.” These days with the popularity of social media you don't even need to have a public job to deal with bullying. So, what have I learned from it? Well, lots...but we'll boil it down to a few main points in this podcast. Have you dealt with hate on social media? How do you handle it? Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
We're halfway through the year which means it's time to take a look at the 21 for 2021 lists we made back at the beginning of the year. In this episode Syd and I sit down to reflect on our lists, check off some things we've accomplished, and recognize certain goals we still want to work towards as well as intentions we set that no longer serve us. Let us know how you're doing on your 21 for 21 list! Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com Connect With Syd: Instagram: @sydney.crims
Most often when you hear of someone battling cancer you immediately feel sorry for them. And of course, it's right to be concerned. But today, for one second, I'm asking you to allow yourself to simultaneously feel total inspiration. Meet Lindsey Garcia. She is a school teacher and a single mom (of a precious 3 year old named Rosie) who is currently battling Stage 2 Triple Negative Breast Cancer. What is truly remarkable about Lindsey is her PERSPECTIVE and ATTITUDE. You are about to be hit with a tsunami of inspiration as you listen to how she frames this difficult part of her journey. Please listen to her story, share as you see fit and consider donating to the GoFundMe link set up for her quickly accumulating medical bills. https://www.gofundme.com/f/aqp7s3-still-i-rise?d=:signedDonationId&utm_medium=email&utm_source=product&utm_campaign=p_email_m_pd-5332-donation-receipt-adyen&utm_content=internal Connect with Lindsey: Instagram: @lindseygarcia Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
Happy Summer friends! Since I believe in the idea of three years within a year (an idea I learned from Lisa Woodruff of Organize 365) June 1st is a brand new clean slate to start a new challenge. Listen, choose a challenge and email me as your accountability partner. Let's rock our summer together! XOXO-C Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
We all lost a lot in the pandemic but if you look closely you may find that you also gained some things as well. For me, I gained a new friend. I was introduced to Mickey Darius (through work connections) and he quickly became a great sounding board for me. Mickey is great at balancing the chaos of life and reminds me of the importance of embracing the darkness and using it to accentuate the light. Connect With Mickey: Mickey's Record Label: https://brokencloverrecords.bandcamp.com/artists Mickey's Talent Agency: https://www.facebook.com/TheIvyAgency The Lost Church (Mickey is the manager.) https://www.facebook.com/TheLostChurch Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
Sandy Stec is a girl who tells it like it is...good, bad and ugly...in the most hilarious way. In this episode we discuss what is to be a super layered person, doing stand-up in the landscape of cancel culture and our shared love for personal development. Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com Connect with Sandy: Instagram: @sandystec www.sandystec.com
I think it's safe to say that most people are ready to jump back into the world after Covid. However, for some people transitioning back to reality may not be as easy as ripping off your mask and going back exactly to the way things were. There are going to be some complicated decisions to be made and we need to give each other grace as we make this big transition. How will your life look post pandemic? Will you continue to work from home? Will you continue to wear a mask in public? Will you go to major events with thousands of people? What (or maybe even who) did you "leave behind" in quarantine that you're ok leaving behind all together? These are all questions that will come up and that we need to think about as we head back into whatever is next. Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
This week we're celebrating the 1st Birthday of the Rock Your Life Podcast!! I decided to do a fun Q&A episode where I answer random questions you guys asked on social media. We talk about radio, my co-hosts Lamont & Tonelli, music, concerts, guests, what I've learned, etc. Thank you for checking out the podcast over the last year and being a part of this amazing community. It means more than you will ever know. Love love!! -Chasta Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
Over the weekend I had a once in a lifetime experience with a STRANGE spa treatment and it made me think more about the idea of “Choosing the Bigger Life” that I learned from author, Gretchen Rubin. I brought my Mom onto the podcast to talk about our international travel adventures as that's how we “choose the bigger life.” We have trekked through the Czech Republic, Morocco, India, China, Thailand, Cambodia and Costa Rica. These trips have enriched our lives in so many ways from seeing the beauty of these places to seeing things that have broken our hearts and gave us new found perspective. How do you “choose the bigger life?” Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
“You Can Do Hard Things.” Time and time again I see that said in the “self help space.” People post those memes on Facebook, yell it in video clips on Instagram and I've even see it printed on canvases at craft stores. But here's a question…do you believe it? When “s” hits the fan, do you really believe you have what it takes to do hard things. Here's the answer…YES YOU DO. This week I breathe fire on the podcast. Nothing gets me fired up more than giving my community a pep talk and encouraging you to believe you are the warrior that I KNOW YOU ARE. Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
I've mentioned several times about writing a daily gratitude list. But here's the question of the week...how connected are you to the things you are grateful for? Are you jotting them down to check that off your list or are you really connecting to the gratitude you feel for those things or people? Recently, I've been dealing with some health issues/questions and it has really put things into sharp perspective for me. On this week's episode we'll talk about the idea of savoring gratitude. Savoring just means that we attempt to FULLY feel, enjoy, and extend our positive experiences. Savoring is a great way to develop a long-lasting stream of positive thoughts and emotions. Here is a great article from "Psychology Today" about savoring gratitude. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/click-here-happiness/201807/what-is-savoring-and-why-is-it-the-key-happiness Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
Chasta, Jay, and Syd look back at the last year as a family. Highlighting what it looked like taking care of a four year old, running a business, hosting multiple radio shows and a tv show and reflect of the lessons they've learned and their main takeaways from March 2020-March 2021. Jay and Chasta also talk about their experience having COVID. Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch - www.chastalynn.com Connect with Jay: Instagram: @jaymichaelis Connect with Syd: Instagram: @sydney.crims
Over the last several months I have partnered with the great organization Harper For Kids to be a public speaker for kids in schools (via zoom). This opportunity has really become a HUGE blessing for me. The kid's questions have put a magnifying glass on my life and have forced me to really focus on questions like what is my definition of success, how do I deal with failure, what is the why behind this podcast? When impressionable kids ask you these important questions you want to have some great advice to give them. During these talks the teachers and principles have mentioned these are great lessons for kids but also great reminders for adults. So, I decided to edit one of my question answering sessions into a podcast to share with you. I hope you take the time to answer these questions for yourself. XOXO-C Connect with Harper For Kids: http://www.harperforkids.org/HFK/home.html Twitter: @HarperforKids Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch - www.chastalynn.com Sign Up For the Rock Your Life Run - www.chastalynn.com/run
Have you ever actively caught yourself being a hypocrite? That happened to me this past week. My Momma did something very sweet for me that made me realize I needed to reexamine the way I go after life. It was a bit of a wake up call for me...and I think it will resonate with you too. Sign Up for the Rock Your Life Virtual Charity Run: www.chastalynn.com/run Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email: chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
Big announcement friends! We're hosting a virtual race to raise money for a great charity called R.O.C.K (Real Options for City Kids). Hosting my own race to raise money for charity has been a big goal of mine for a long time and it's finally happening. The virtual RYL Run/Walk will be Saturday, March 20, 2021 and will cost $40. When you sign up you will receive a medal, t-shirt and bib which we will mail to you. There is also an additional option to track your miles for the whole month of March to maximize your impact with R.O.C.K. Listen to the podcast for all the details. Run/Walk/Crawl...we don't care...just clock in those miles for a great cause. Click this link to sign up, https://www.chastalynn.com/run Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com Connect with Sydney: Instagram: @sydney.crims
Truth be told I'm not a big fan of Valentine's Day but I thought it would be fun to acknowledge it in a silly way by having my Husband, Jay, on the podcast to play The Newlywed Game. Join us as we curl up in bed with cocktails and reminisce, tell stories, share a little too much information and laugh a lot. Happy Valentine's Day!!! Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com Connect with Jay: Instagram: @jaymichaelis
On this week's episode, Chasta and Syd announce the release of the "Rock Your Life" printables! There are multiple studies that show the best way to gain focus and clarity on your priorities and goals is by taking a pen to paper and writing them out. The more you do it, the more focused you will become! We created a printable to Rock Your Day, Rock Your Week, Rock Your Month, Rock Your Year, Rock Your Health and Rock Your Manifestations. Find the printables, here https://www.chastalynn.com/shop Connect With Chasta: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com Connect with Sydney: Instagram: @sydney.crims Here are a few articles to read up on the science behind writing it down. http://www.ascd.org/publications/educational-leadership/apr18/vol75/num07/The-Magic-of-Writing-Stuff-Down.aspx https://medium.com/@iamlifecoaching1111/notes-to-the-universe-manifesting-through-writing-a16c1a5d4f30
When someone asks you what you do for fun, do you have an immediate answer? Do you have a hobby? On this episode, Producer Syd and I kick back and take a look into what we love to do simply for fun and how to have more fun in 2021 (which seems to be the most popular New Year's Resolution.) Listen and let's take a peek at the lighter side of life. Connect With Us: Syd Instagram: sydney.crims Chasta Instagram: @chastalynn Chasta Facebook: @chastaradio Chasta Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
On this episode of the podcast, I am sitting down to chat with a true muse of mine, Hillary Banks. I am proud to introduce you to this thoughtful, genuine and authentic women who constantly challenges me to grow and evolve. Today we discuss how your mind responds to the words you use. Are you speaking power into your life, or are you disempowering yourself? In your inner narrative, is facing a blank page terrifying or thrilling? Is your solitude joyful or depressing? Is quarantine a nightmare or an opportunity? Do you “have to” do something or do you “get to” do something? You are the director of your thoughts and attitude. It's time to take responsibility for the programs running in our mind. Choose your words. Direct your thoughts. This is the art of self-control. Taking OWNERSHIP of your emotions and RESPONSIBILITY for your actions. This is personal growth in action. Follow Hillary on Instagram @hillarybanks Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
I've seen so many people on social media talking about their new resolutions and goals and so many times it seems like people try to change everything about their health habits all at one time. We spend a few weeks at the holidays eating and drinking and then flipping a light switch we try to turn it all around on January 1st. We're simply setting ourselves up to fail. It doesn't have to be this way. It's taken me almost a decade to develop all the daily health habits I have today. In this episode I am giving you permission to take a deep breathe and only change one or two things at a time. Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
As we end this wild year, Chasta and Sydney sit down to dream and set new hopes and goals for 2021. Inspired by the ‘Happier with Gretchen Rubin' podcast, we developed our 21 for 2021 list. Also listen for details on a year end giveaway! Gretchen's Personality Quiz: https://quiz.gretchenrubin.com/ Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com Connect With Syd: Instagram: @sydney.crims Email - scrims359@gmail.com
The holidays can often be a trying time for many as they deal with stress, high expectations, financial struggles or the grief of family members who have passed. In this episode, I bring on Dayna Keyes of the Radio Rehab podcast to flush out 10 ways to ward off stress, anxiety and depression during the holiday season. Link to the Mayo Clinic article: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress/art-20047544 Connect with Dayna: Subscribe to the "Radio Rehab" podcast wherever you listen to audio. Instagram/FB/Twitter: RadioRehabDayna Dayna on Soundwaves TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzTp7dvl_T8 Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
Odds are, you may know Shan Berries, from her Bay Area radio days as she had a successful radio career for many years before deciding it was time to take a chance on herself and her dreams and become the CEO of her very own makeup brand, Shades by Shan Cosmetics. Now, two years later, it is a thriving company in the beauty industry with a charitable outreach foundation and a powerful message. Support Shan and small business, sbscosmetics.com/ Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
I have read a lot about building habits or "habit stacking" and I understand the power in great habits. What I find just as powerful is the idea of "success stacking." It's the idea of creating small goals, pushing through with that goal to succeed, gaining the confidence from that success and then building on top of that. This can be applied to all aspects of life from moving our bodies in the "Rock Your Life" challenge to work related goals to relationship goals and beyond. I've heard from many of you doing the "Rock Your Life" challenge and it seems there are lots of people who just need a pep talk, need some confidence, and need to believe that anything is possible. As mentioned in this episode, if you need some instant inspiration check out this "Ted Talk" from Nick Vujicic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6P2nPI6CTlc Here are some of my favorite books on habits as well: "Better Than Before" by Gretchen Rubin "High Performance Habits" by Brendon Burchard "Atomic Habits" by James Clear Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
Hey Rockers! I have decided to do a "Rock Your Life Challenge" to help get us through the end of this very stressful year. We've all heard the research connecting moving your body to relieving stress. Well, headed into the Holidays with the huge amount of stress everyone is already carrying seems like a very daunting task. That makes this the ideal time to prioritize some self-care. Listen to the podcast and join the #RockYourLifeChallenge for self-care fun! Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
This week we're talking about how to keep the creative spark alive. Director and Producer Dennis Willis started Soundwaves TV when he was only 14 years old and has kept that creative passion alive for many many years. How does he do it? What keeps his spark alive? In this episode we discuss our creative journeys, the pressures we put on ourselves, the way our paths and dreams have changed over time and the lessons we've learned along the way. "Every creative process, whether it's a song or a movie or an episode of our show, only has to do one thing....and that is be faithful to itself." -Dennis Willis *Book referenced in the podcast - "Big Magic" by Elizabeth Gilbert Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
This week I'm addressing the question I get the most, "How do you find the motivation to workout every day?" The truth is I don't believe in natural workout motivation...I believe in HABITS! My successful workout regimen is all about building healthy habits and in this episode I walk you through some things I find most helpful in making exercise a part of my every day life. Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
2020 has served us up a lot of tragedy and unexpected events. Death has become something we now talk about on a regular basis. There are even tickers on the news tallying up the dead. It's a very dark time. So, I think it's time we talk about death and the unexpected. While this year has reminded us how uncertain life is…the truth is life is ALWAYS unknown. We never know what tomorrow brings, we can only control how we live and the legacy we leave behind. This may be a dark and morbid topic but it's necessary to start to come to terms with the unknown. How can we turn the end of our life into something beautiful? There is a way. Let's talk about it. “They say you die twice. One time when you stop breathing and a second time, a bit later on, when somebody says your name for the last time.” - Banksy Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
This week we're talking about the value of a lifelong friend and the importance of investing time and energy into those precious relationships. Recently I listened to a new podcast on Audible called "Start Here" hosted by Mel Robbins. Mel's focus on one of the episodes was to help listeners get their friendships on track and strengthen the social support systems that help us live longer, richer lives. I thought this was a perfect time to get my best friend, Gianna, on the show to talk about the value of our friendship and how we can prioritize our loved ones, especially during the time of Covid. Here is more info on "Start Here" by Mel Robbins, https://www.audible.in/pd/Start-Here-Audiobook/B08J86KWRR Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
This week Chasta and Syd sit down and talk about the Netflix documentary "The Social Dilemma" which highlights the current state of our world and the role social media plays in our day to day life. It is an extremely eye opening documentary and should be required viewing for anyone who uses the internet. You can see the trailer for the film here, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaaC57tcci0 Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com Connect with Syd: Instagram: @sydney.crims
This week my guest, Jennifer, created her company, Jordan's Gems, after learning that her unborn baby (Jordan) had a heart defect and wouldn't be able to be born alive. At that time, Jennifer had to wait out another month of pregnancy and she desperately needed something to help keep her mind off of what was happening in her body. She started making various handmade things to help her process through this journey and that creativity has brought Jennifer therapy and healing through a tragic time. Over the years this small company has blossomed and today has helped Jennifer and her family become debt free! I wanted to bring Jennifer on to talk about the importance of supporting small businesses and show how much our dollars make a real impact to families and small business like Jordan's Gems. Jennifer is a stay at home Momma who has a 5 Star rated Etsy shop with almost 13,000 sales. You can connect with Jennifer on Instagram, @jordansgems. Here is the link to her Etsy shop, https://www.etsy.com/shop/JordansGems2 Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
This week I am proud to introduce you to a true warrior, Brandy Diane. Brandy is a recovering alcoholic who has not only turned her life around but is THRIVING in recovery and this week she is celebrating 5 years since she went to rehab and turned her life around. Brandy was truly on the verge of death due to her addiction and she's here to talk about her struggles, her triumphs and how she looks to nature and the Universe for guidance and comfort. Brandy is a true light to follow on Instagram and I highly recommend you connect with her, @brandytravelscalifornia “If you have something you wanna do, LEAN IN, because the universe will match it.” - Brandy Diane If you feel you need help with addiction you can reach out to the addiction help line, 877-486-4479. Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
Renel Brooks-Moon is a San Francisco Bay Area Icon. She has spent over 30 years on the radio and 20 years as the PA announcer for the San Francisco Giants. This year she is the ambassador for The Giant Race and will even be the Bobblehead! In this interview, Renel and Chasta bond over being women in predominantly male industries (radio and sports)and their love for health and fitness. To virtually run the Giant Race with Renel and Chasta you can sign up at www.giantrace.com Also, in the interview I mention Renel's very powerful commencement speech. Here is the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrWSgKQYLCo Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
This week I'm challenging you to check in with your WHY? Do you often look at WHY you do the things you do? Why do you stick with a job you don't like, why are you in that relationship, why are you still friends with that person, why haven't you started that side hustle? It's time for us to dig into the WHY. I chose the focus word "intention" for the year 2020 and answering the question of "why" helps me live life with more intention. Today there seems to be a crisis of purpose and meaning. Finding your sense of purpose is important as a clear sense of purpose enables you to focus your efforts on what matters most which compels you to take risks and push forward regardless of what's going on in this crazy world. Connect with me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch - www.chastalynn.com Printables - www.chastalynn.com/printables
This episode is about so much more than organization. I found Lisa Woodruff from Organize 365 when my son, Cody, was around 1 year old. Because I was previously a "Type A" personality, that made for a tough transition into the chaos that motherhood can bring. I quickly felt overwhelmed by the craziness of every day life as a full time working mother with a child. The mail was stacking up, the dishes were always dirty and we had toys and books absolutely everywhere. Lisa's very real and functional approach to organization married with the systems she has developed taught me how to take back my house, learn to have better time management and most importantly give myself grace along the way. I am so grateful for everything she has taught me and as you can hear from the pure excitement in my voice, she has had a very real impact on my life. You can follow Lisa on Instagram @organize365 and her website is www.organize365.com Connect with me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch - www.chastalynn.com Printables - www.chastalynn.com/printables
Oh man, If we knew then what we know now!! What would you have liked to have known as you headed into adulthood? Executive Producer of the Rock Your Life Podcast, Sydney Crims, and I sit down and have a conversation surrounding what we wish knew at 18 from the perspective of a 19 and 39 year old. Also, we go over general college tips in an episode dedicated to my niece, Mikayla Freeman, as she heads off to college. Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
Recently it hit me that because of Covid 19 the whole world is left grieving at one time. You may be grieving the loss of a loved one, the loss of a job or finances, the loss of an important event in your life, the loss of time spent with family and friends or loss of the life we all once knew...that we may never return to. We are all seeing a lot of change in our lives right now and it's hard to deal with this every day. Leighsa Montrose lost her husband, Ronnie Montrose, to suicide in 2012 and has had a long journey back to health and happiness. Today, Leighsa shares with us her tactical actionable items she uses every day to help her cope. If you are dealing with severe depression, anxiety or have suicidal thoughts please reach out for help. You are NOT alone. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 Online Therapy Services: TalkSpace, Online-Therapy.com, HealthSapiens Connect with me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch - www.chastalynn.com Printables - www.chastalynn.com/printables
Sometimes as a parent your kid will smack you over the head with a life lesson you didn't see coming. That happened with me recently when my son (he's 4) told me to "slow down" as I was doing a million things around the house. It didn't seem he meant to slow down physically...it was more as if he could see all the "tabs" open in my brain and was telling me to take a load off. It hit me hard and made me start thinking about the lessons we can learn from our "little ones." If you have an an experience like this with your child I'd love to hear about it. Connect with me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch - www.chastalynn.com
Let's talk about the detrimental effects of negative self-talk. This recently came up in my life as I realized I had gained a few "Quarantine Pounds" and had fallen into the bad behavior of self comparison and negative self-talk. Most obviously, this idea of mental bashing applies to body image but it also applies to other aspects of our life. We can talk ourselves out of doing big things or we can use negative self-talk to minimize goals. There are actually 10 different types of negative self-talk that we'll get into from this article by Psychologist, Nick Wignall. Here is the link to the article I discuss. https://nickwignall.com/negative-self-talk/ Connect with me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch - www.chastalynn.com
This week we decided we needed some silliness in our lives to break up the chaos of 2020 a bit so Chasta brought on her Husband, Jay, to answer some fun questions. Get to know Chasta and Jay as a couple and listen to them talk about embarrassing moments, wonderful and terrible memories, bad habits, and committing crimes?!?!? ;o) Connect With Me: Instagram: @chastalynn Facebook: @chastaradio Twitter: @chasta Email - chastaonair@gmail.com Info & Merch: www.chastalynn.com
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