Skatz Chats

In the Season 2 Finale of Skatz Chats, Skatz chats with Tiffany Evans, host of Confidence Cafe, to chat about the age-old question: can money buy you happiness? No matter which side you're on, take a listen to this intriguing discussion about the pros and cons of wealth, financial security, inner peace, and the pursuit of happiness. If you want to find out more about Tiffany or her podcast, Confidence Cafe (one of Skatz's personal favs), check out the following links below: Confidence Cafe Podcast IG: @confidence_cafe_podcast Tiffany's Personal Travel IG: @tiffanys_traveldiary

This is a golden episode you WON'T want to skip! In S2 Ep 15, Skatz brings on Eric Bauberger, holistic coach and founder of EZENFLOW, to talk about healing from traumatic events. Having experienced the loss of his sister, Eric knows first-hand how hard traumatic experiences can be. But, he's learned how to find gratitude and flow, and shares how it got him through his hard times. Eric is eager to pass along this advice to help others, so get ready to take some notes. We guarantee you'll take many pieces of guidance away from this chat... sit back, relax, and enjoy! Want to find out more about Eric? You can find his music, coaching materials/programs, and more here: https://linktr.ee/ezenflow (Do you have an inspiring story that could help others? Are you a mental-health professional with information to share? Head over to www.skatzchats.com/contact to apply to be a guest on our show!)

Do you have a bunch of clutter around your house, piled up and unorganized? And, did you know that there are not only physical, but mental/emotional benefits to decluttering your spaces? In this new Skatz Chats episode, Skatz brings on Krista Lockwood, founder of Motherhood Simplified, to chat about the mental blocks associated with clutter and the all the benefits that come when you take action to declutter. There are so many spaces that could use a little love - our homes, inside our cars, our desk/office - and Krista provides help on how to get started. So take a listen to this chat and get inspired to declutter your space (and your mind!) You can find out more about Krista and Motherhood Simplified here: Instagram: @motherhood_simplified Website: https://motherhoodsimplified.com (Do you have an inspiring story that could help others? Are you a mental-health professional with information to share? Head over to www.skatzchats.com/contact to apply to be a guest on our show!)

Happy February, Skatz Chats crew... you know what day is coming up! Valentine's Day is that one day a year where couples feel called to go all out and show their love for one another. It's a day all about celebrating romantic love, but why limit ourselves to just one type of love? Skatz invites her friend (and fan of the pod!) Celine Campos to chat share their pros and cons about this holiday, and how we can celebrate all forms of love around us. Remember to show yourself some love around this time - so sit back, eat a piece of chocolate, and enjoy this lovely conversation! You can find Celine on Instagram at @celinelyssa. (Do you have an inspiring story that could help others? Are you a mental-health professional with information to share? Head over to www.skatzchats.com/contact to apply to be a guest on our show!)

Ever wonder why we as humans feel so connected to nature? You'll learn all that and more in this new Skatz Chats episode! Skatz brings on Sandi Schwartz, an award-winning author and freelance journalist, who's written multiple parenting books on the importance of our connection with nature. Sandi breaks down some fascinating science and shares tips on how to find "green space" wherever you are. Also, gain some tips on how to become more mindful when in nature and how to enjoy Mother Earth to her fullest. So go ahead, stop and smell the roses, it's good for you! Find out more about Sandi and her works here: Website: https://ecohappinessproject.com Book Info: https://ecohappinessproject.com/parenting-book Amazon link to purchase Finding Ecohappiness book: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Ecohappiness-Nature-Activities-Happier/dp/0941936503 Facebook: www.facebook.com/getecohappiness Instagram: www.instagram.com/getecohappiness (Do you have an inspiring story that could help others? Are you a mental-health professional with information to share? Head over to www.skatzchats.com/contact to apply to be a guest on our show!)

Happy New Year, everyone! In this awesome episode, Skatz brings on Certified Career Coach, Andrea Barr, to chat about how to get clear with your career and how to balance your career with family time. Andrea shares her 5 Steps to Career Clarity, and even shares her own journey with transitioning from the corporate world to an entrepreneur, all while starting a family. If you're looking to change careers this year, or just want to bring passion to the forefront of your career, this jam-packed episode is for you! Check out Andrea's coaching programs, her podcast, and her freebies here: All Figured Out Podcast: https://andreabarrcoaching.com/allfiguredout Instagram: @andreabarrcoaching LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreambarr Website: www.andreabarr.com Freebie - 5 Steps to Career Clarity for Parents (but works for anyone): https://view.flodesk.com/pages/638bfd7976e92737f1b755b0 FREE Workshop Series Starting Jan. 12 - Career and Life Planning for Parents: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63aa5bd137a7fb86b1f98798 (Do you have an inspiring story that could help others? Are you a mental-health professional with information to share? Head over to www.skatzchats.com/contact to apply to be a guest on our show!)

In this episode of Skatz Chats, Skatz brings on Luke Greenfield, Holistic Mental Health Coach who was able to turn his childhood trauma into inner unconditional love. Luke grew up with a mentally ill parent, but fortunately, he was able to take control of this trauma, instead of letting it control him. Skatz and Luke chat about how to analyze your inner behavior, how to heal your "inner dictator," and so much more. This is a jam packed episode you won't want to skip! Find out more about Luke (and check out his own podcast) here: https://youtube.com/c/LukeGreenheartsChannel https://coachgreenheart.com https://lukegreenheart.com (Do you have an inspiring story that could help others? Are you a mental-health professional with information to share? Head over to www.skatzchats.com/contact to apply to be a guest on our show!)

With the holiday season right around the corner, overeating and accountability with nutrition are the perfect topics to discuss in this new episode! Skatz chats with Ashley Carlotta, Certified Accountability Coach who's held hundreds of clients accountable to eat well and exercise consistently while living in moderation and practicing mindfulness. As founder of Better Health by Accountability, Ashley discusses her personal journey with emotional eating and how it connects to mental health. This is an amazing opportunity to notice any imbalanced patterns you may have, and take back control of your life to enjoy both a physically and mentally healthy lifestyle! Here's where you can find Ashley and her resources: Website: https://www.betterhealthbyaccountability.com/ Landing Page for Freebie: 5 tips to living your life like a normal person (while still losing weight): https://mailchi.mp/7a19321b2678/eirqg8yry4 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betterhealthbyaccountability/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/betterhealthbyaccountability TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@accountabilitycoaching?lang=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleycarlotta/ (Do you have an inspiring story that could help others? Are you a mental-health professional with information to share? Head over to www.skatzchats.com/contact to apply to be a guest on our show!)

In this new, revelating episode of Skatz Chats, Skatz chats with Abbey Heagney, a health and mindset coach who's all about helping others create healthy habits for the mind and body. These ladies discuss limiting mindsets - how to identify and BREAK THROUGH them so you can actually be in the right space to achieve your goals. Also, learn about how physical wellness is linked to mental wellness, and how diet culture limits us as well. Enjoy! Find out more about Abbey and her coaching programs at: https://www.wellnesswithabbeyh.com https://www.instagram.com/wellnesswithabbeyh (Do you have an inspiring story that could help others? Are you a mental-health professional with information to share? Head over to www.skatzchats.com/contact to apply to be a guest on our show!)

In this new episode of Skatz Chats, listen to Skatz and friend/old coworker, Robbie, chat about self-acceptance and embracing your authentic being. As Robbie shares his coming-out story, you'll understand the importance of accepting yourself for who you truly are, and how detrimental this is to achieving deep self-love. This meaningful conversation also shows the significance of empathy and how you can learn to be more understanding and open towards others (and most importantly, yourself!) Happy listening! You can find Robbie on Instagram (@robbiecvrley) and TikTok (@drunkdiabetic). (Do you have an inspiring story that could help others? Are you a mental-health professional with information to share? Head over to www.skatzchats.com/contact to apply to be a guest on our show!)

Grab a pen and paper - you're going to want to take notes from this episode! In Season 2 Episode 6 of Skatz Chats, Skatz meets with Sarah Carpenter, a life coach and community builder who's committed to creating safe spaces and a sense of belonging across all types of audiences. These two chat about toxic positivity, and how to recognize it within yourself and among others. They also talk about how to heal your relationship with yourself and why it's so detrimental to your well-being. Sarah Carpenter shares 3 tips on how to handle self-doubt and why we need to experience "negative" emotions. This conversation has so many nuggets of information, advice, and wisdom...there's literally something for everyone. Have a question about something that Sarah Carpenter mentions? Get in touch with her here: Instagram: @sarahcarpentercoaching Website: www.sarahthelifecoach.com (Do you have an inspiring story that could help others? Are you a mental-health professional with information to share? Head over to www.skatzchats.com/contact to apply to be a guest on our show!)

Get ready for an epic and insightful conversation! In this episode of Skatz Chats, Skatz brings on Austin, a Licensed Associate Counselor currently working in incarceration. While providing counseling to inmates with a range of mental health disabilities, Austin has seen and heard it all. This chat will open your eyes to the value of mental health, not just among incarcerated individuals, but throughout the world. Austin also emphasizes the importance of men's mental health, and shares advice on how to handle tough emotions and find inner peace. An inspiring story and professional mental health advice - all in one episode! Enjoy. (Trigger warning: mentions of suicide.) (Do you have an inspiring story that could help others? Are you a mental-health professional with information to share? Head over to www.skatzchats.com/contact to apply to be a guest on our show!)

In this new episode of Skatz Chats, Skatz brings on her childhood friend, Savannah, to chat about her journey of traveling around the world, finding her soulmate in another hemisphere, and building a freelance copywriting business. Savannah spills all the tips and tricks on living abroad, and shares how leaving home began the adventure of a lifetime. This episode will open your eyes to the endless possibilities that life has to offer and help you realize that you can truly live out your dreams. Find out more about Savannah's adventures and copywriting business: Personal: Instagram: @savannahkh www.born2backpack.com (travel blog!) Copywriting: Instagram: @savannahkcopywrite www.savannahklemm.com (Do you have an inspiring story that could help others? Are you a mental-health professional with information to share? Head over to www.skatzchats.com/contact to apply to be a guest on our show!)

Skatz is thrilled to have comedian and actor, Willie Macc, on this Skatz Chats episode! You may recognize him from BET's COLLEGE HILL, HGTV's MY FLIPPING FAMILY, or even one of over 40 national commercial spots (most recently, Verizon!) Willie is also a touring stand-up comedian who frequently performs at The Laugh Factory and The Comedy Store. With 15+ years of experience, Willie gives the insight scoop on the entertainment business and all the highs and lows that come with it. Get ready to feel inspired by Willie's journey and all the lessons he's learned along the way. If you want to find out more about Willie or see him perform live, you can check him out on Instagram and TikTok @williemacc. (Do you have an inspiring story that could help others? Are you a mental-health professional with information to share? Head over to www.skatzchats.com/contact to apply to be a guest on our show!)

In this episode of Skatz Chats, Skatz sits down with Nat Belina, a spirituality coach that provides her audience with education on healing, up-leveling, and recognizing their unlimited potential. These two ladies chat all about morning routines: what it is, why it's important to have one, how to develop a good morning routine, AND how to stick with it long-term. Find out how to improve your day-to-day mindset through this chat with Nat Belina! If you want to find out more or want to get in touch with Nat, you can find her here: Instagram: www.instagram.com/natbelina YouTube. www.youtube.com/nattyimr Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/@natbelina Free resources + apply for coaching: https://snipfeed.co/natbelina (Do you have an inspiring story that could help others? Are you a mental-health professional with information to share? Head over to www.skatzchats.com/contact to apply to be a guest on our show!)

Welcome back to Skatz Chats, your destination for inspiration! In this first episode of Season 2, Skatz chats with Liana Vizcarrondo, a dedicated health and life coach who focuses on confidence and goal setting. She helps women build confidence through movement and mindset. These two ladies discuss what confidence really means, misconceptions of social media, and share insight on the inner healing journey. Learn about not only how to develop but also maintain a true confidence mindset through this inspiring conversation! If you want to find out more or get in touch with Liana, you can find her on Instagram (@activelii) or on her website, www.activelii.com. (Do you have an inspiring story that could help others? Are you a mental-health professional with information to share? Head over to www.skatzchats.com/contact to apply to be a guest on our show!)

It's bittersweet...we've come to the end of Season 1! We've always preached about living a positive life, but in this episode, Skatz gives insight on how to make positivity truly work for you and how you can emulate it in your daily life. She'll also be answering some listener-provided questions submitted through social media, spreading some holiday cheer...maybe she'll sing a song or two? Come find out in this super fun, jam-packed season finale episode!

In this episode, Skatz is chatting with April Simons: Hope Coach, television co-host, fellow podcaster, and author of self-help book BETTER THAN EVER. Listen as these two positive ladies discuss the power of focus and how optimism can change your life. April also provides more stories and insight from her new book to help you live a better life. Enjoy this wonderful conversation full of wisdom, joy, and hope! If you'd like to be a guest on "Chatting It Up!", send us an email at skatzchats@gmail.com.

This episode of Skatz Chats is all about learning how to let go of negative people or situations and how to protect your energy! Skatz provides tips on how to let go of petty sh** talking, gossip, rumors, or whatever BS is in your life. She gives an analogy about candle flames, poses some questions for you to think about, and...talks about the Real Housewives?? Start to TRULY put your mental health first - listen now!

In this highly anticipated episode, Skatz chats with Britt Nicole: Owner and CEO of Britt Nicole Cosmetics, make-up artist, fashion designer, and so much more. At just 25 years old, Britt is a true girl boss who is slaying life. She created her cosmetic line to inspire and motivate others to chase their dreams. Hear Britt talk about her business journey as she gives advice on how to start your own business and how to motivate yourself to boss up and keep going! If you'd like to be a guest on "Chatting It Up!", send us an email at skatzchats@gmail.com.

Self-doubt, fear of failure, and the urge to throw in the towel are all normal feelings! It's easy to give up on something, but it feels so much better to keep going and strive forward to success. In this episode, Skatz gives 8 solid reasons why you should keep going and NEVER give up. These 8 reasons can be applied to any situation you may be going through, so listen closely and take some notes. Get ready for an awesome pep talk that will lift your spirits and make you feel ready to conquer the WORLD!

Here we are, 20 episodes strong!! In this special milestone episode, Skatz chats and provides insight to help you cultivate healthy relationships with the people who truly want to be in your life. It's time to move on from situations and people that cause you stress and make your inner peace a priority! Skatz also shares a fun announcement at the end of the episode, so kick back, relax, and enjoy!

There's always something that's stopping us from doing the things we really want to do - fear, stalling, procrastination, and so on. Learn how to start living the live you want and how to step into your highest self in this episode! Skatz provides helpful tips and wisdom, shares her experience traveling to San Francisco, and leads a fun and motivating affirmation exercise. Give this episode a listen and start creating positive change for yourself right now!

In Episode 18, Skatz chats about self-doubt (yes, we all experience it) and provides motivation and advice on how to overcome it. Get ready for a inspirational pep-talk that will kick you into high gear and help you diminish any insecurities you may have. Self doubt - who is she?! We don't want to know her.

We've all been through so much during the past 16 months, especially since our social lives have taken a hit. In this episode, Skatz chats about why it is so powerful to have contact with humans and build connections and relationships by doing so. Skatz shares some personal feelings on recent socialization and provides 3 main reasons why human connection is so important and how it affects us. There may or may not be a special announcement revealed at the end of the episode...you'll just have to listen and find out for yourself!

Have you heard of the phrase “we are our own worst critic”? (We all know it's true.) In this episode, Skatz talks about why we can be so hard on ourselves and offers 3 pieces of advice on how to increase positive self-talk while, at the same time, maintaining a balanced conscience.

In this episode, Skatz rings in the month of June by motivating you to heal from your past and embrace exciting change that has yet to come. Whether you just graduated, are starting a new relationship, or accomplishing any other milestone, Skatz emphasizes why it's so important to focus on the now while preparing and creating the future you want.

In this exciting segment of "Chatting It Up!", Skatz chats with Sage Leroux, a self-published poet who has debuted her first poetry book, Duality. The two share their personal experiences with anxiety, how society's expectations have played a role in their lives, and offer helpful tips on how to cultivate calmness during stressful experiences. Sage also shares the story behind her book, Duality, and where you can pick it up! If you'd like to be a guest on “Chatting It Up!”, send us an email at skatzchats@gmail.com.

This month, we are introducing a new mini-series we like to call "Ask Skatz!" where listeners can submit mental-health and wellness-related questions and Skatz answers them on the show. In this first episode of "Ask Skatz!", Skatz chats about dealing with anxiety and trauma, advice for new college students, learning to trust, romantic connections, and so much more. Thank you for those who submitted a question for this episode, if you'd like to submit a question for a future "Ask Skatz!" episode, email us at skatzchats@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram (@skatzchats).

Love is tough to find sometimes, especially when our heart is closed off due to hurtful experiences from our past. In this episode, Skatz shares why it's so important to open up our hearts to new love and practice being vulnerable. Skatz mentions some of her own struggles with trust and shares two very important questions to reflect on to help you move forward to new experiences filled with joy.

In the third episode of our interview series, "Chatting It Up!", Skatz chats with the one, the only, Multidimensional Medium! Erica Cuevas has gone from a high school teacher to a psychic medium, Reiki Master, and guide for all things spiritual - and boy, does she have a story to tell!! Erica and Skatz discuss how to enhance your spirituality, what to do if you're going through a spiritual awakening, and how to find your inner peace. Erica shares her near-death experience that changed her life and offers wisdom on how to navigate your own spiritual journey, no matter what you believe in.

Happy New Year, everyone! In this kick-off episode for 2021, Skatz chats about how to set effective goals for this new year and how to work toward these goals in day-to-day life. Skatz also guides listeners through a thought-provoking activity (or a "goal-setting workshop", if you will) that allows listeners to align their new year goals with who they truly want to become., Let's get to work and get excited for what's to come in 2021!

In the second episode of the interview series “Chatting It Up!”, Skatz chats with her good friend, Grant, to talk about his personal weight loss journey. Being a music teacher, performer, arranger, AND music team member for two barbershop choruses, Grant sure had trouble finding time for fitness. Now, he's lost 80 pounds, but his journey isn't over yet! Grant provides some key insight on how to start your own fitness journey and how to stay motivated to achieve your fitness and health goals.

In this episode, Skatz chats about how important positive body image is, threats to positive body image, and how to recognize your internal and external beauty. Skatz also shares 5 ways to improve your own positive body image that you can implement in your own life, starting today!

In this first edition of the new Skatz Chats interview series, “Chatting It Up!”, Skatz brings on SFV.Prophet, a young rapper with a whole lot of drive. Nick Tatone, a.k.a. SFV.Prophet, developed a passion for rapping during his senior year of high school. After releasing multiple projects and perfecting his craft during college, he still manages to find time for music while juggling a full-time job and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Skatz and Prophet discuss how to stay motivated to pursue your passion and how to strengthen your determination for success in any area of life.

This month on Skatz Chats, Skatz discusses how to deal with hate comments, remarks and other negativity - whether online, in friend groups, or from society. After sharing a personal experience on receiving hate, Skatz offers three pieces of advice about how to alter your mindset to see hate as positive energy.

This week, join Skatz as she chats about how to achieve the future you want, how to be excited about your future, and how to start taking action now to achieve your goals, no matter how big or small they may be. Skatz also shares her own short-term and long-term goals while going over 3 key steps to achieving your desired future.

This week, Skatz talks about singlehood and why being single is so underrated. It's important to work on yourself and what you really need from a partner before you jump into a relationship. So, join Skatz as she discusses how to get the most out of being single, before you're ready to mingle!

Get ready to face your fears head on! In this episode, Skatz talks about fear: what it means, how to embrace it, and how to leverage it to help you rather than hurt you. Also, Skatz shares a fear she's been dealing with and how she's learning to overcome this fear.

This week, Skatz talks about what it takes to truly love yourself and how to cultivate more self-love with 3 routine and effective acts of self-care. Also, Skatz leads a simple exercise that will give you insight as to what's really going on inside your head and your heart.

In this introductory episode, learn more about our host, Sarah Katz a.k.a. Skatz, and what compelled her to begin this podcast. Skatz also breaks down what positivity really means and why it's so instrumental for our mental and emotional well-being.