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Everything is Connected. Coaches Shawn Nixon and Jonathan Mathew share how profound the connection between the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of the human experience are; And how you can use this understanding to progress leaps and bou


    • Oct 4, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Bridge - 78: Trauma Response

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021 47:14


    In this episode, Shawn shares a story or two about car accidents he's experienced and we discuss the importance of trauma response on all four layers of the human experience.

    The Bridge - 77: Grief

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2021 53:12


    On this episode, we discus Jon's volunteer work at “Good Grief” and the importance of processing grief after losing someone.

    The Bridge - 76: Pema Chodron

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 50:51


    In this episode we break down some of our favorite quotes from the great Pema Chodron. All of her books are highly recommended, starting with “When things fall apart”.

    The Bridge 75: Belief vs. Faith

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2021 47:39


    On this episode of The Bridge we have a zen discussion that brings up more questions than answers. We break down the differences between belief and faith.

    The Bridge - 74: Alan Watts

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2021 41:41


    Today we break down our favorite Alan Watts quotes. We explain what they mean to us and how they can be applied today.

    The Bridge - 72: Dr. Claretha Yeager

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2021 58:23


     On this episode of The Bridge, we are proud to bring you an amazing conversation with our friend Dr. Claretha Yeager. She is an acupuncturist, reiki master, spiritual coach, and an awesome human!

    The Bridge - 71: Adam Eisenberg

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2021 81:25


    On this very special episode of The Bridge we are proud to present to you our brother Awakened Adam. Adam is a decorated US Army veteran and a wise old soul. This episode is a must watch if you want truth bombs, red pills, love, and wisdom.

    The Bridge - 70: The 7 Major Religions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2021 53:11


    The 7 series continues and we break down the 7 major world religions and show you that at the end of the day they all say the same thing.

    The Bridge - 69: Maggie Dong - Mind, Muscle, Enlightenment

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2021 48:02


    Today we are honored to share with you the awesome and powerful Maggie Dong from the Mind Muscle Enlightenment Podcast. Follow her on Instagram @maggiedong_

    The Bridge - 68: Jonathan's 7 Lessons

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2021 60:38


    On this special episode of The Bridge, Jon breaks down 7 life lessons that came to him over years of experience.

    The Bridge - 67: Courtenay Turner

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2021 96:12


    On this episode of The Bridge, we welcome the great Courtenay Turner from The Courtenay Turner Podcast!

    The Bridge - 66: Create Your Own Blue Zone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2021 45:35


    The blue zones are the places on earth where people live the longest with the highest quality of life. We tell you how you can create your own blue zone starting with yourself.

    The Bridge - 65: Self Care is Primary Health Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2021 52:18


    Primary health care shouldn't be hospitals, doctors, and nurses. Self care is your primary health care. Take personal responsibility for your health and happiness.

    The Bridge - 64: Ways to Optimize Your Immune System

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2021 53:07


    The 7 series continues on The Bridge. Take personal responsibility for your health, it's empowering.

    The Bridge - 63: The 7 Senses

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2021 50:21


    The ancient Egyptians wrote about having over 100 senses. On this episode, we break down the 5 that sense external stimuli and 2 more internal senses that are often overlooked.

    The Bridge - 62: The Empath's Survival Guide to the Apocalypse

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2021 47:15


    On this episode of The Bridge, we discuss empathy once again. This time, it's geared towards what we can do to observe and not absorb too much energy from others as well as some energy clearing techniques so we can all stay centered.

    The Bridge - 61: The 7 Laws of the Universe

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2021 50:47


    On this episode of The Bridge we break down the 7 laws of the Universe. 7 remains this magical number that keeps coming up over and over.

    The Bridge - 60: Words Matter

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 45:29


    Words matter, words are energy, energy is matter. Words are very powerful, you cast spells when you speak. On this episode, we break down how to use your words to manifest your reality.

    The Bridge - 59: 7 sins and 7 virtues

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2021 52:51


    The 7 series continues on The Bridge, as we break down the 7 virtues and 7 sins. Sins shouldn't be all blame, shame, guilt, and fear. We balance them out with the 7 virtues and discuss how to find the middle lane to achieve balance.

    The Bridge - 58: The Peace Dealer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2021 68:41


    On this episode we bring to you our first ever guest, The Peace Dealer. We talk about how he got into astrology, is the earth flat, and alien life in the universe.

    The Bridge - 57: 7 series: The 7 Chakras

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2021 51:43


    The magical 7 series continues with the 7 Chakras. We discuss each energy center, plus the color, symbol, gland, foods, mantras, affirmations, and more that align with each Chakra. We then give a few practical ways to get each chakra back into balance.

    The Bridge - 56: The 7 series Intro

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 48:40


    Ever wonder why the number 7 is lucky? 7 chakras, 7 colors of the light spectrum, 7 musical notes, 7 sins, and "several" instances of 7 being significant throughout history . There are no coincidences, everything is connected.

    The Bridge - 55: Breathwork Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2021 46:01


    We continue our breathwork series, going deeper into how to breathe properly.  Meditation, yoga, and exercise of any kind rely on understanding how to properly and effectively breathe. As it relates to mental, emotional and spiritual growth, the breath also is a major component of experiencing higher states of consciousness and expanded states of awareness.

    The Bridge - 54: Breathwork Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2021 51:45


    After wrapping up our 3 part series on meditation, we dive into the practice of breathwork. Meditation, yoga, and exercise of any kind rely on proper breathing techniques. The breath is essential for existence, regulating our body's nervous system function, key to health and opening up to higher states of consciousness.

    The Bridge - 53: Meditation Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2021 58:10


    On this episode, we go over some of the physical and mental obstacles that can present themselves when beginning a meditation practice.  We also delve into some different types and forms of meditation that have different purposes, as well as how you can incorporate mantras into your meditation practice.

    The Bridge - Episode 52: Meditation part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2021 45:46


    On this episode we continue our discussion on meditation. Part 1 was an overview and part 2 is how to meditate 101. A step by step progression from beginner to intermediate to advanced techniques.

    The Bridge - Episode 51: Meditation Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2021 53:41


    On this episode of The Bridge, we begin the first part of our meditation series today with an overview of how beneficial a meditation practice can be. We get into some of the obstacles people face when beginning meditation, what meditation is and is not, the different types of meditation and our own personal experiences. Stay tuned for Part 2 where we go deeper into the various techniques of meditation and how you can incorporate them as a part of your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health practice.

    The Bridge - Ep. 50: Hormones

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2021 33:55


    On this episode of The Bridge, we talk about some of the body's main hormones. We go gland by gland from the root to the crown briefly describing the functions of the endocrine system glands.

    The Bridge - Ep. 49: Neurotransmitters

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2021 44:47


    On this episode of The Bridge, we discuss some of the neurotransmitters. There are over 100 neurotransmitters in the body and we break down the main 7. Epinephrine Glutamate GABAAcetylcholine OxytocinDopamine Seratonin

    The Bridge - Ep. 48: It Ain't How They Say It Is-Pt.4: The Self

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2021 59:24


    It ain't how they say it is. On this episode of The Bridge we continue our multiple-part series of definitions. So many words have lost, misunderstood, hijacked, and misused definitions. We get down to the root words and etymology to find the true meanings of often misrepresented words. Part four continues with:Self/selfMagikDuality God

    The Bridge - Episode 47: It Ain't How They Say it Is Part 3: The Truth Continuum

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2021 51:50


    It ain't how they say it is. On this episode of The Bridge we continue our series of defining some very powerful words. So many words have lost, misunderstood, hijacked, and misused definitions. We get down to the root words and etymology to find the true meanings of often misrepresented words. Part three continues with The Truth Continuum.LoveTruthIgnoranceFearFear comes from ignorance.Love comes from truth.With vulnerability, we bridge fear to love.With knowledge, we bridge ignorance to truth.

    The Bridge - Episode 46: It Ain't How They Say It Is Part 2: Pathos

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2021 45:52


    It ain't how they say it is. On this episode of The Bridge, we continue our multiple part series of definitions. So many words have lost, misunderstood, hijacked, and misused definitions. We get down to the root words and etymology to find the true meanings of often misrepresented words. Part two starts with the pathos-ApathyEmpathySympathyCompassion

    The Bridge - Episode 45: It Ain't How They Say It Is Part 1: Layers of the human experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 38:26


    It ain't how they say it is. On this episode of The Bridge, we begin our multiple part series of definitions. So many words have lost, misunderstood, hijacked, and misused definitions. We get down to the root words and etymology to find the true meanings of often misrepresented words. Part one starts with the 4 layers of the human experience-Physical Mental Emotional Spiritual

    The Bridge Podcast Episode 44: The Bridge's Laws of Emotion

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2021 59:57


    On this episode of The Bridge, we put our own spin on Newton's laws of motion. Since there's no way to separate physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual layers of health, the Newtonian laws of motion for physical fitness weren't enough. These 3 “laws” that we break down cover the nonphysical realms of energy.

    The Bridge Podcast Episode 43: Newton's Laws Of Motion

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 40:50


    On this episode of The Bridge, we talk about Newton's laws of motion and how they relate to fitness and health. This very basic physics discussion will raise awareness of the force production involved in human movement. Knowing how these laws apply can help increase your fitness level and allow you to think about movement differently.

    The Bridge Podcast Episode 42: Know Thyself part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2021 40:01


    On this Episode, we look into our Chinese element type and our Ayurvedic dosha type. This isn't to identify by anything but to gain another tool to further get to know yourself. We found this helpful to adjust our training, diet, recovery, and overall lifestyle factors. Also, it's a good way to highlight your strengths and work on your weaknesses.

    The Bridge Podcast Episode 41: Know Thyself part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 42:50


    On this episode, we go over our Meyers Briggs personality test results. This isn't to identify by anything but to gain another tool to further get to know yourself. We found this helpful to see how there's balance in your career and personal relationships. Also, it's a good way to highlight your strengths and work on your weaknesses.

    The Bridge Podcast Episode 40: Performance program part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2021 49:11


    On this episode we finish planning Lauren's training and nutrition plan for health and sports performance. We geared it towards what we would do with a client but hopefully, people can use the template and apply it to themselves.

    The Bridge Podcast Episode 39:Performance Programming part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 35:31


    Wrapping up our programming series, we break down a hypothetical case study of a 21-year-old girl who wants to increase her speed and sports performance for soccer. Part one is gathering background information, setting goals, and establishing an emotional connection. In part 2 we apply this information and write her a diet and exercise program.

    The Bridge Podcast Episode 38: Health program part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2021 31:47


    On this episode we finish planning Bob's training and nutrition plan for health and wellness. We geared it towards what we would do with a client but hopefully people can use the template and apply it to themselves.

    The Bridge Podcast Episode 37:Health goals program part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2021 47:09


    Continuing our programming series, we break down a hypothetical case study of a 38-year-old guy who wants to be happy and healthy and off of medication. Part one is gathering background information, setting goals, and establishing an emotional connection. In part 2 we apply this information and write him a diet and exercise program.

    The Bridge Podcast Episode 36: Hypertrophy part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2021 42:06


    On this episode, we finish planning Joey's training and nutrition plan for gaining muscle. We geared it towards what we would do with a client but hopefully, people can use the template and apply it to themselves.

    The Bridge Podcast Episode 35: Hypertrophy Program Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 33:55


    Continuing our programming series, we break down a hypothetical case study of a 24-year-old guy who wants to gain muscle. Part one is gathering background information, setting goals, and establishing an emotional connection. In part 2 we apply this information and write him a diet and exercise program.

    The Bridge - Episode 34: Fat Loss Program Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2021 43:39


    On this episode, we finish planning Maria's training and nutrition plan for fat loss. We geared it towards what we would do with a client but hopefully, people can use the template and apply it to themselves.

    The Bridge - Episode 33: Fat Loss program part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2021 55:20


    Continuing our programming series, we break down a hypothetical case study of a 36-year-old woman who wants to lose weight. Part one is gathering background information, setting goals, and establishing an emotional connection. In part 2 we apply this information and write her a diet and exercise program.

    The Bridge - Episode 32: Intention, Purpose and your Why

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2021 58:33


    On this episode of The Bridge we about talk about having conscious intent with everything you do. The programming series continues when we explain the importance of conscious programming vs unconsciously being programmed, in fitness and in everyday life.

    The Bridge - Episode 31: Our Goals

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2021 49:18


    On this episode of The Bridge, we talk about our goals. We discuss goals we've set and accomplished in the past and our current health and fitness goals.

    The Bridge - Episode 30: Goal Setting and Fear Setting

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2021 47:48


    On this episode of The Bridge, we kick off a programming series talking about goals. We break down the purpose of goals, different types of goal setting, and fear setting. We also explain the difference between motivation and inspiration and why they are both important.

    The Bridge - Episode 29: The Pillar of Nature

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2021 44:55


    The Pillar of NatureCeremonies Immersion in naturePersonal environment Environmental consciousness

    The Bridge - Episode 28: The Pillar of Tribe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 50:18


    On this episode of The Bridge ,we break down the pillar of Tribe.CommunityFamily LineageFriendsKarmic Relationships

    The Bridge - Episode 27: The Pillar of Purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2021 53:04


    Today we discuss the pillar of purpose.CareerPassionMissionMentoring

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