The Pursuit of Authenticity

Nature does not rush, and everything is accomplished. A philosophy I've lived by and preached for many years at POA, and something I'm absolutely realizing the fruits of not only in my daily living, but in those of you who also follow The Pursuit of Authenticity. Being in your body, letting go, trusting, relaxing, being held, light & fully supported in your magic, beauty & bliss. That's it. Enjoy it here. Enjoy this journey that is wholly and uniquely, made for you. www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_

The things you love and are passionate about are not random, they are, in fact, your calling. You desire them because a future version of you already has them. Say thank you and sit in awe of how they will arrive in your world! www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Episode 77: Owning Your Authenticity from Within with Lacou Flipse https://open.spotify.com/episode/7ySyTYPRdvAbklJXWPJx62?si=Uz6JpEunRO2SLm8zc5sVlQ

This week, we're very fortunate to have a chat with a dear friend & former UYP client, Ethan Schaltegger. Meeting through the discipline of powerlifting, our paths have intertwined over the years thanks to the practice of mindfulness meditation. In this episode, we dive into the commonalities & differences between a moving and seated mindfulness practice, the powerful, foundational life skills powerlifting and meditation can give you, the importance of an examined & fully embodied life for seeing clearly & making meaningful moves, and leaning into trusting your intuition to surrender to the light of the universe, your life purpose, and desires. // connect with ethan https://www.instagram.com/eschalte https://www.youtube.com/@ethanschaltegger eschalte@gmail.com

Witness the gift of your dreams coming true before your eyes. There's nothing for you to do or make happen, simply receive who you are, and be astonished by your vision. Youtube series: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEP5j6oO_F4WV_gpD-WhedjzUfllYUTv6&si=hiw7m7xZJlPtHU3J www.thepursuitofauthenticity.com

You're going to want to come back to this one several times over, as it's filled with endless joy, hope, inspiration, and light. Joined by the lovely Lacou Flipse this week, we discuss her work of (he)art and play she's created for herself as a Pleasure Eating Coach. A gradual & continual initiation within, she's followed her calling of guiding clients challenged by binge eating & addiction onto an awe-inspiring path to greater healing & recovery. We go on several journeys together exploring - life as art, walking in your ever-changing role as Coach as it's meant for you, channeling the divine & letting your creative gifts come through & nurture you, nature as a safe & unconditional container for healing, self-mastery & owning Your Path as an entrepreneur, living out childhood fantasies, investing in yourself, and living the life of ease that's always here. so many glimmers, enjoy ✨ connect with Lacou ~ https://www.enlightenedmunch.com/ come to food fed podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/2XUDzicpLuVrVElVF286se?si=3032674ebc9a4414 https://www.instagram.com/lacouflipse/ mentioned resources ~ forest therapy classes https://iyewellness.com/ episode 32 with In Your Element Wellness https://open.spotify.com/episode/4xZ8muUC8BQhjOSBBxwb6D?si=sy-6vQMNR8CTAAu8VMAtPg connect with us ~ www.thepursuitofauthenticity.com

Everything always works out for me, even better than I could've imagined! ✨ It's incredible the magic that unfolds when you let go, stay open, and simply trust. Let's sit down for a wonderful story on how the universe brought together my latest coaching client & myself. It was a beautiful reflection & reminder to follow what feels good in your body, and that, often, the problem is not the problem. Zoom out. Relax. You are perfect, whole, and complete just as you are. Trust in the flow of life, and let life move you.

As I peered out my office window, I admired the fresh blanket of snow starting to cover the Earth... something I've been eagerly awaiting, leaving me reveling in gratitude for all the gifts to come our way this year. And it had me contemplating - what if, instead of *hoping* for particular moments to actualize in 2024, you sat in complete curiosity, ease, joy and gratitude for realizing the dreams in your heart into existence this year? How would it feel to embody *that*? Those dreams were put in your heart, and yours alone, for a reason. Let's chat about it... www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ thumbnail photography @chloeamandaphotography

No one has your voice, your style, your flow, or your perspective. Remember the rare & precious gem that you are. Tune into that, your beauty, and receive everything that's meant for you this year - it's going to be a mighty powerful & magically good one, I can feel it deep within me.

you know *exactly* where you're going - release the pressure of feeling like you *should* do any end of year or start of year reflection rituals, intention setting, etc. Trust that if you feel called to any, it will naturally reveal & occur. Don't force it - trust your rhythm, gut and creative flow as it leads you into your most beautiful dreams

Our second to last episode for the YEAR!! What! That's c r a z y! As I reflect on 2023, I'm filled with gratitude for each and every one of you tuning in this year. I've got some fun & festive stories packed inside this episode for you, along with some divine lessons to help you trust, flow with, and attract more light & LIFE in these final weeks of the year. ✨ ps: i've included a fun exercise for you at the end to reflect upon and help you bring more energy, GOOD, and wealth into your life in 2024. Lastly, we've made it easy for you to give feedback on The Pursuit of Authenticity Podcast for this year - we'll even send you a free gift for your contributions! Your support is deeply appreciated. https://m0e2z44u90x.typeform.com/to/MkWuay32 www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity

Wealth & abundance comes in many forms, not solely limited to monetary gains. I teach wealth & abundance from a holistic view - an attitude of growth, evolution, and progress found across various domains that make up your LIFE. everything is everything, and you get to intentionally choose to grow with greater ease, joy, calm, beauty, and bliss... in, every, moment. no amount of anxiety changes the destination... just the journey. celebrate how rich & luxurious your life already is, discover the true wealth of having it ALL inward & watch it reveal outward

let's journey through a guided visualization this week - feeling into the potency of your soul magic as you expect the life you desire & deserve to always positively, perfectly, and peacefully work out for you - tune into this guided practice, and watch the world shift before you ✨ enjoy

The things you desire - you get to powerfully call forth to you & have.. whether that's through a self-reflection practice like journaling, or through external processing with a coach.. let's chat about mastering the power of positive expectation, a tool I use with my clients, and how they use it to attract greater levels of health, wealth, healing & wisdom to build the body, business, and life of their dreams. speak what you seek until you see what you said! ✨ follow along and begin your pursuit of authenticity: www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_

When building the life of your dreams, you're going to get to have exciting conversations speaking your truth around the things that matter & that you want most. And, while sometimes they may feel scary.. feeling afraid you won't get to have what you want.. know that you DO get to have it {all}. The universe is always listening and delivering on your desires

Following your bliss doesn't always mean doing what feels good in the immediate future. There will be times when you'll have to sacrifice temporary discomfort now for what you want most. But stay consistent with the practices that make you come alive. By doing so and meeting resistance, fear, and challenges with a loving & compassionate can-do attitude, you can turn those road blocks that feel like demons.. into the diamonds that come from doing the things you thought you couldn't & building the most beautiful life of your dreams. www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ thumbnail photography @chloeamandaphotography

Darkness can be a beautiful place.. a space for stillness... to illuminate the truth of who you are & help you better understand how to take aligned actions in your life. With that said, let's take a look at where you might be creating your own suffering & blocking this beautiful light! We'll move through a practice to recognize where the villain & victim mindsets may currently be present in your life, and allow space to nuture visions where the beauty and magic of your dreams unfolding IS the reality you live in! www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_

No one is you and that is your power - at times it feels safe to follow others, but i'm going to invite you to really lean into your innocence... your inner sense.. with a special practice packed inside this episode, just for you, to help you make your own rules & play your greatest game... yet! ✨

you're here to be happy, healthy, and free! let go & let god, create from your heart, and let your soul shine.

Less is more.... With this guided gratitude reflection, I invite you to slooow down, sit in awe of how far you've come, who you've become, and the beauty you've created in your life this year, and... what's to come. The secret to having it all, is knowing you already do. https://www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Thumbnail photography @chloeamandaphotography

Receiving assistance from your spirit & angel guides...healing your maternal lineage.. and letting it all be easy & come to you naturally, amidst moments of confusion and feeling lost. Let's discuss these things as you shift with the season, clear debris of what no longer aligns, curate a new energy, and make space for that beautiful vision you've been calling in. if you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with whom you feel called. it helps the podcast grow immensely, and together, we'll create a more balanced, sustainable, and empowered world for all. to inquire about The Creatrix Within, please send a message on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Thumbnail photography @chloeamandaphotography

We're experiencing a shift in the seasons as darker days approach us in the Northern Hemisphere. And with it, maybe you've been feeling a pull to create more space in your life for rest and reflection. I invite you to get curious about what the shadow within is illuminating for you this season. The shadow simply wants to be embraced, to feel safe, supported, and to see you happy. You are loved, because of the way you are. join our email community & receive a free guide on following your bliss: https://poastrengthandwellness.com/opening-your-gifts-guide Intro to Yoga Nidra: (25 min prac) https://open.spotify.com/episode/2auViYlhgDlYCMoRr0Is3C?si=_XQI61UkStCENy7_Z-8nHQ Yoga Nidra: (60 min prac) https://open.spotify.com/episode/5H5WaaROoYX9kBucdqE0Nj?si=p5a-eABkQiq0gWhIOo914g Serenity: (3-day, virtual spiritual retreat) https://poastrengthandwellness.com/introducing-serenity UYP: (12-week, 1x1 transformative coaching) https://poastrengthandwellness.com/apply-for-uyp

You have these grand plans of what you want to do, who you want to be, and what you want to become as a new or aspiring coach!! And sometimes, that comes with a heavy pressure... that you have to figure it all out... how to make it happen.. how to get there. The pressure can become crippling; bringing you up into your head, narrowing your focus, making you overthink, worry, feel small and move from a place of fear.. rather than from the limitless being that you are!!! Tune into this episode to learn how to release the pressure, tap into your beauty & joy, and hold space to welcome blessings that are even better than you could even imagine! I share how I've approached my last three years in entrepreneurship to keep it playful, sustainable and life-giving!!! Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode if you enjoy it! It helps the podcast grow and reach more people! Thumbnail photography @chloeamandaphotography

Whether you're located in the Northern or Southern hemisphere, you're probably seeing outside you and feeling within you the shift happening in the seasons. This is a wonderful time to clarify new intentions for the season ahead, soak in the gratitude of all you are, and affirm to the universe all you're becoming! Try on this guided practice, repeating the affirmations & intentions back to yourself aloud or in your head. And if you do not have a partner, (yet!) speak to your future partner for the affirmations that are relevant in this practice. Enjoy! www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_

A guided meditation to help you remember all that you are, & what's already yours. We'll travel beyond the borders of the mind, into the land of dreams, and harness the power of this good, abundant energy as it fills you & reminds you of who you already are. www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_

Your calling may not seem linear, and that's okay because it doesn't have to be. Despite how society makes it seem, you don't have to confine yourself to one field of study in order to be successful. What matters most is following what feels good and creating what you love. It only has to make sense to you, because you can see the common thread between it all. Release your doubts of questioning yourself and trying to figure it out... so you can simply sit in the awe and joy on your journey to your own path of self-fulfillment.

Requested by you, the one who knows you're meant for more, these carefully crafted, life-giving affirmations were blessed and guided by three powerful stones; rose quartz, sardonyx, and rainbow quartz to help you soak in deep self-compassion & unconditional love, personal power & self-control, and provide divine assistance from your angelic realm/spirit guides while listening & feeling into the abundant health & wealth that is destined for you. We close out with a visualization of your light; warm, potent, and far reaching, an equivalent of the sun. Come back to this episode when you're ready to embody your next level and reprogram your subconscious for what's rightfully & heartfully already yours.

I was deeply reminded in multiple ways this week why I do what I do. You're here to receive those unimaginable dreams that seem too good to be true! You're here to become who you were *always meant to be.* You're destined for greater peace, joy, ease, and spiritual wealth. Tune into & remember the magic of who you be as you claim & embody your life ethos.

I've been letting go and going with the flow this month and it's been so nourishing and freeing. It's taken a lot of inner work to embody this place of deep inner trust, and the work is never done, but it's such a pleasure to build a business and life YOU love, in your own way!! Remember, the universe is always listening and constantly delivering the very best for you! I hope this episode inspires you to sink further into what you love without fear, and receive everything you love that you can imagine! Say thank you for what's already yours. instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Crafting A Vibrant Vessel Series: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEP5j6oO_F4VJxO--ysMqehnZLGBit1YC Thumbnail photography: @chloeamandaphotography

A guided meditation to feel your heart's purest intentions & desires for who you already be + learn more about The Portal. www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_

Surrender into your highest desires planted in your heart, become safe & supported in who you really are, and know that your spiritual wealth, your greatest currency, gets to continually compound overtime. + learn more about THE PORTAL! www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Thumbnail Photography @ChloeAmandaPhotography

Trust yourself, your creative process, and this bigger picture of life. Periods of retreat are part of your advancement and elevation. Less noise = more you. Life is presenting you it's natural brilliance. www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_

Episode 50!! We made it.. halfway to 100! Let's chat about the portals that are all around you... always revealing themselves to your next level... The universe is always expanding, my friend, and so are you! Opening Your Gifts Guide: poastrengthandwellness.com/opening-you…gifts-guide www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_/

After following my inner charge to purchase a new book on Monday, I was completely astounded by where it led me the remainder of the week! Free guide - Opening Your Gifts: poastrengthandwellness.com/opening-you…gifts-guide Follow along on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_/ Thumbnail Photography @ChloeAmandaPhotography

"This is the real secret of life—to be completely engaged with what you are doing in the here and now. And instead of calling it work, realize that it is play." -Alan Watts Let's chat simple steps to turn your fear into faith, dive deeper into your imagination & most joyous desires, and step into the powerful receiver you are to feel your truth, follow your flow and magnetize your dreams! Free guide: Follow What Fascinates You & Craft the Business, Body + Life of Your Dreams: poastrengthandwellness.com/opening-you…gifts-guide Latest YouTube Episode - Routines to Care for Self: https://youtu.be/8Hj-Tut2THM Follow along on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_/

Explore a few different mindfulness practices to help you tap into the bliss of what you already be, do, and have.. and listen in for some suggestions for when you feel stuck in the process of receiving what you love.. your dreams, desires, and inevitable success! You cannot get it wrong. You cannot fail at blazing your own trail. The deeper you go in your craft, the more your fear will fade and your faith will grow. You have the answers inside of you of who you were created to be. Your highest potential, your most authentic self, awaits within. Free guide: Follow your Bliss & Receive More of What you Love: https://poastrengthandwellness.com/opening-your-gifts-guide Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_/

It's been a while, fam!! But I'm back, and with a juicy topic for y'all! Tune in to learn why it's important as a new online coach to literally practice speaking what you desire, not just in your perfectly curated writing for social media... but also, and especially, the messaging happening between your ears ;) FREE GUIDE: Journaling & Affirming your Desires & More! https://poastrengthandwellness.com/opening-your-gifts-guide WORK & CONNECT WITH COURTNEY: https://www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ https://linktr.ee/poastrengthandwellness If you enjoy the show, support us by leaving a review, sharing, or subscribing!

In a culture hyper-focused on productivity, performance, and pressure to excel, play can be seen as a waste of time. Why would you waste your precious time and energy goofing off when you could be striving towards your goals? As children, play is something that comes natural to you. You aren't taught to do it, it's just something you do! As you come of age, you're sent to school, work, maybe to college, and are taught to be a productive and responsible member of society. Play becomes a thing of the past. Overtime, agitation and stress begin to build up. You feel spread thin, like you can't keep up with your never ending to-do list, leaving you rushed, bitter, and with no time to do what you actually love! Tune into this episode to remember what it means to play, something you were born to do! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Podcast Intro (00:36) Episode Intro (01:14) The Reason You Feel Spread Thin (02:39) You were born to Play (03:25) Remembering the Magic in the Mundane: The Curious, Flexible, & Expansive Self (06:18) The Pressure that Keeps you from Playing: The Rushing, Rigid, & Limiting Self (07:18) Learning to let go, flow, and follow your bliss (09:27) What does it take to perform at your highest potential? (11:12) How can you flow with the music, the dance of life, and let your inner child shine? (12:44) Follow along on Instagram, apply for coaching, and sign up for Monday Minutes! RESOURCES: https://neuroscience.stanford.edu/news/opposite-play-not-work-it-depression https://www.evolvemoveplay.com/why-play/ https://www.nifplay.org/what-is-play/biological-drive-to-play/ https://www.nifplay.org/play-science/summary-of-key-findings/ Episode 25: Pioneering Your Play Through Play with Kellen Milad: https://open.spotify.com/episode/16aPJPxdDI57wPiRRvOIqo?si=Ws-o8FSHQWO0qOcyMCvlGw CONNECT WITH POA: Instagram - www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/POAStrengthandWellness Apply for coaching - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/apply-for-uyp-now Sign up for Monday Minutes - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/join-the-poa-email-list Support the podcast: https://ko-fi.com/poaco

In a society that expects you to always be on, doing, and productive, rest can be seen as a radical, revolutionary act. If you're someone who often lets rest and relaxation fall to the back-burner of your to-do list, this episode has been made for you! Yoga Nidra, also known as NSDR or non-sleep deep rest is a potent self-care practice which originated in India and has been developed for over thousands of years. It's been gaining traction and coming closer to the spotlight in the West over the last couple years. It's my goal with this episode to continue bringing light to the gift that is Yoga Nidra. In Episode 44, you'll learn what Yoga Nidra is, when and how to practice it, and be given the opportunity to try on an hour-long practice. Be sure to listen until the end to learn just some of the scientific and spiritual benefits that Yoga Nidra has to offer. It's time to slow down to the speed of wisdom and unlock new levels of concentration, relaxation, and peace. Your highest potential awaits! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Podcast Intro (00:36) Episode Intro (01:14) The necessity of rest & creating space in your life (04:20) The origins of Yoga Nidra & it's development (06:09) Yoga Nidra - what is it? (08:14) Why practice? (08:40) When is it best to practice? (09:27) How to Prepare (14:14) Tapping into the Power of Deep Rest - Yoga Nidra Guided Practice (01:13:10) Benefits + Resources (01:19:56) Follow along on Instagram, apply for coaching, and sign up for Monday Minutes! RESOURCES: Ep 9: Intro to Yoga Nidra https://open.spotify.com/episode/2auViYlhgDlYCMoRr0Is3C?si=fbgmEUCiTpa1T7SaGaaYMg Huberman States Neuroscience behind Yoga Nidra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0Z7dAyV7uY doi: 10.4103 PMID: 22398342 The Language of Yin https://amzn.to/3f6Bm1a CONNECT WITH POA: Instagram - www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/POAStrengthandWellness Apply for coaching - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/apply-for-uyp-now Sign up for Monday Minutes - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/join-the-poa-email-list Support the podcast: https://ko-fi.com/poaco

Courtney Bishop takes you through a guided meditation to help you feel into the depths of the fullness of life, to be fulfilled by it, and therefore able to give from overflow within your craft.. whether that's coaching clients, your own athletic endeavors, and more. You'll walk away from this episode with a greater sense of clarity, connection, and ease ease as you approach the rest of your day, week, and even year. TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Podcast Intro (00:36) Episode Intro (01:10) Living in Alignment, the Path of Your Highest Potential, is Supposed to Feel GOOD (07:30) Guided Meditation: Giving From Overflow (30:32) Follow along on Instagram, apply for coaching, and sign up for Monday Minutes! CONNECT WITH POA: Instagram - www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/POAStrengthandWellness Apply for coaching - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/poa-offerings Sign up for Monday Minutes - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/join-the-poa-email-list Support the podcast: https://ko-fi.com/poaco

What you imagine, you become. In this episode, Courtney helps you understand what's blocking you from being able to hone your concentration so you can more precisely create the coaching biz, athletic accomplishments and lifestyle of your dreams with ease & joy! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Podcast Intro (00:36) Episode Intro (01:10) Overthinking as the Thief of Joy & Ease (04:18) Single-Pointed Attention to Hone Concentration (06:16) The Victim Mindset Causing you to Feel Drained (10:08) The Gifts You're Missing when You're Rushing & Anxious (12:33) Guided Meditation: Arriving with each Breath to Master Your Craft (24:48) Follow along on Instagram, apply for coaching, and sign up for Monday Minutes! RESOURCES: https://www.science.org/content/article/daydreaming-downer CONNECT WITH POA: Instagram - www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/POAStrengthandWellness Apply for coaching - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/poa-offerings Sign up for Monday Minutes - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/join-the-poa-email-list Support the podcast: https://ko-fi.com/poaco

Courtney walks you through a guided meditation to tap into the most loving moments of your life, feel your heart opening, and celebrate everything that has led you to where you are today. The second half of the episode is a reflection dedicated to Honoring Your Path as a New Coach & Athlete. From your fitness & nutritional progress, both intellectually and intuitively, as well as your ability to better regulate stress levels so you can continually optimize your performance and quality of life! You'll be given space to see yourself more clearly as a New or Aspiring Coach, Teacher, and/or Guide, and what gifts you and you alone specifically possess to give back to others. Enjoy! (00:00) Podcast Intro (00:36) Episode Intro (01:10) Guided Meditation: Feeling into the Most Loving Moments of Your Life (20:15) Reflection: Honoring Your Path as a New Coach & Athlete (34:28) Follow along on Instagram, apply for coaching, and sign up for Monday Minutes! RESOURCES: Check out past guided meditations: Ep 34 Mindfulness Tools for the New Coach https://open.spotify.com/episode/0C5K7sNGwBadN5umD4zU4T?si=mX9hqivMTuqg_fXl9VnX5Q Ep 35 Mindfulness Tools for the Driven Athlete https://open.spotify.com/episode/5oojf6gS8LI5W1xuNupBRF?si=NG4p865ETL-o62ZCctngJg CONNECT WITH POA: Instagram - www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/POAStrengthandWellness Apply for coaching - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/apply-for-uyp-now Sign up for Monday Minutes - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/join-the-poa-email-list Support the podcast: https://ko-fi.com/poaco

Courtney illuminates a perspective on how to approach eating and your relationship with food that is not widely discussed in strength and conditioning circles. Many athletes see nutrition as a vehicle to achieving a better outcome in their sport, whether that's physique and/or performance related. And while common nutrition approaches (i.e. tracking calories and/or macronutrients, keto, intermittent fasting, plant-based, nutrient timing) are effective at producing desired outcomes like gaining muscle mass and losing body fat, there is a holistic perspective that is largely missed en route to said outcomes. Driven athletes and New Coaches alike, tune in to learn something new for yourself, and to use with clients to aid them in their process AND goals. Please do use the timestamps to come back to the mindful eating guided meditation practice as needed. Enjoy! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Podcast Intro (00:37) Episode Intro (01:09) What You Say You Want vs What You Need (04:27) How You've Been Taught to See Food (06:34) Healing Yourself Through Nutrition (11:45) Preparing for the Guided Mindful Eating Meditation Practice Intro (14:17) Mindful Eating Practice (23:36) The Gift of Food (27:18) Living in the Grey of your Approach to Nutrition (29:55) Follow along on Instagram, apply for coaching, and sign up for Monday Minutes! RESOURCES: Check out past guided meditations: Ep 34 Mindfulness Tools for the New Coach https://open.spotify.com/episode/0C5K7sNGwBadN5umD4zU4T?si=mX9hqivMTuqg_fXl9VnX5Q Ep 35 Mindfulness Tools for the Driven Athlete https://open.spotify.com/episode/5oojf6gS8LI5W1xuNupBRF?si=NG4p865ETL-o62ZCctngJg CONNECT WITH POA: Instagram - www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/POAStrengthandWellness Apply for coaching - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/apply-for-uyp-now Sign up for Monday Minutes - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/join-the-poa-email-list Support the podcast: https://ko-fi.com/poaco

Courtney shares 21 thoughtfully crafted affirmations for you to try on to attract more beauty, ease, and joy so you can live a deep and aligned lifestyle as a New Coach and/or driven athlete. Feel free to come back to this episode and use the timestamps to jump straight to the affirmations as needed. Enjoy! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Podcast Intro (00:37) Episode Intro (01:36) From Thinking What Could go Wrong to What Could go Right (03:55) Viscerally Choosing Aligned and Resonant Affirmations (05:46) 21 Thoughtfully Crafted Affirmations for Driven Athletes & New Coaches (10:06) Creating Space to Journal & Reflect (11:29) Enjoying the Process of Affirmations Sinking In (12:46) Join the conversation on IG, apply for coaching, and sign up for Monday Minutes! RESOURCES: Check out past guided meditations & visualizations: Ep 29: A Watchful Eye into Your Highest Desires https://open.spotify.com/episode/3zvZ1ZGB4e2pXdw39EkGSw?si=r8Rz_RRWSbWzt_Pwoj4U9A Ep 27: Introducing the Chakras to Deepen Awareness https://open.spotify.com/episode/4rWv3i10vZ89m0mQfHME4a?si=9TTuSjapSqCf0LJXqS1tMw CONNECT WITH POA: Instagram - www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/POAStrengthandWellness Apply for coaching - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/apply-for-uyp-now Sign up for Monday Minutes - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/join-the-poa-email-list Support the podcast: https://ko-fi.com/poaco

In this episode, Courtney guides you through understanding how a sustainable lifestyle of pursuing less can not only enhance your quality of life, but is actually of greater service to the world! We discuss where the underlying energy of discontent arises while chasing numerous goals, what's at stake from living in this manner, and what does it look like to transcend this? If you are someone who constantly feels frustrated while running in so many directions, this is for you! Many folks are living in excess in our current day; excess in terms of over-working, over-exercising, etc. Some stay busy to avoid processing emotions, others to seek validation from outside, or to feel worthy themselves. Whatever the case, living in excess can be quite barren. Not only can it be straining to your well-being, and therefore not sustainable, it can lead to going through the motions of life rather than moving from a purposeful, powerful and productive presence. By learning to move more intentionally and follow a disciplined pursuit of less, you can begin to see with a clearer heart and mind due to feeling excited and invigorated by the deep, rich, and fulfilling gift that is your life. I touch on it in the episode, but it's worth stating here: I'm not saying delayed gratification & the pursuit of more is BAD. This episode is illuminating where a constant pursuit of more can cause Self harm. After listening, I'd love to hear from you on Instagram… How do you plan to apply doing less, better? How can you create more white space in your life to invite in more alignment, ease, and efficiency & create the greatest work of art there is, your life? Thank you SO much for tuning in and see you in the next episode! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Podcast Intro (00:37) Episode Intro (01:09) The underlying energy of “there's not enough time” as you rush after all your goals (04:23) White space as a means of creating brilliant art (08:12) Why you might believe more is better and how this can cause Self harm (10:57) Allowing self-care to fuel your process (13:40) Brahmacharya: the practice of living in non-excess to prevent chronic overextension of Self (17:20) What's at stake by constantly chasing all your goals; Investigating the white-knuckling energy under your actions (19:00) What does it look like when you begin living a disciplined pursuit of less? (23:15) Join the conversation on IG, apply for coaching, and sign up for Monday Minutes! RESOURCES: Ep 8: Pausing to Notice the Breath: https://open.spotify.com/episode/28cdyRtJkQavw2ZUNUG8BJ?si=8D8R2zqkTSeP_ODwYZ6w4A Ep 17: Deepening Your Senses https://open.spotify.com/episode/0QgmtIxZquKKYvT9pBCkJr?si=8br6X5qFQ9KNj_dNJ4CX0w CONNECT WITH POA: Instagram - www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/POAStrengthandWellness Apply for coaching - https://hello.dubsado.com/public/appointment-scheduler/60464037b17b271029faebac/schedule Sign up for Monday Minutes - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/join-the-poa-email-list Support the podcast: https://ko-fi.com/poaco

Monica Reyna (one of my most magical friends!) comes on the show to share her gifts with the POA fam. As a Mom of two daughters, Reiki Master Teacher, Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher, Spiritual guide and life coach, she has quite an array of experience. We discuss topics like surrendering to your process, saying thank you for your challenges, and being a full body YES to your gifts! Whether you're someone looking to - manage stress & relieve past pain and suffering, dive deeper into your spiritual journey to embody a more vibrant being, or broaden your toolbelt as a new coach, you'll walk away from this episode with a unique blend of resources to step out of feeling scattered & overwhelmed to arrive at a more wholesome, authentic, and lively version of who you really are. Head over to Instagram after you listen and share with the community.. what was your biggest takeaway from Episode 37 with Monica? Check out the links below to listen to past episodes with other Mindful School of Yoga teachers, access alllll the resources we discussed, and connect with Monica! Thank you SO much for tuning in and see you in the next episode! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Podcast Intro (00:37) Episode Intro (01:09) Our spiritual journey with Mindful School of Yoga and Monica's mission as a healer (08:57) Finding Reiki & stepping deeper into Holistic Healing for relief (21:52) What is Reiki? Common benefits? (36:00) Saying thank you for your challenges (36:58) Amplifying the benefits of Reiki within yourself after a session (suggested practice to try-on!) (40:29) Monica's unique offerings explained: Emotion coding and Mediumship (46:23) Reducing sensitivity and overwhelm to others energy in public (51:02) Working with children via Reiki & Energy Healing (54:56) Putting yourself first, as a parent and otherwise (1:03:24) Studying Reiki - what to consider before choosing your teacher? (1:08:01) Sound Therapy - what is it? what attracted Monica to it? (1:11:59) Monica's Upcoming Book and how it surfaced (1:19:30) Recommended Reading & Biggest Influences (1:25:05) Staying balanced & Monica's profound guiding principle (1:33:57) Connect with Monica - online or in person (1:35:47) Join the conversation on IG, apply for coaching, and sign up for Monday Minutes! RESOURCES: Abraham Hicks https://www.abraham-hicks.com/ Dr. Shefali Tsabari https://institute.drshefali.com/ A Course in Miracles https://acim.org/ A Year of Forgiveness https://www.amazon.com/Year-Forgiveness-Miracles-Lessons-Commentary/dp/1622330765 Come As You Are https://www.amazon.com/Come-You-Are-Surprising-Transform/dp/1476762090 The Book of Joy https://www.amazon.com/Book-Joy-Lasting-Happiness-Changing/dp/0399185046 The Four Agreements https://www.miguelruiz.com/the-four-agreements What Happened to You https://www.amazon.com/What-Happened-You-Understanding-Resilience/dp/1250223180 Episode 12: Therapeutic Bodywork with Kate Block of Little Dipper Yoga (MSY teacher) https://open.spotify.com/episode/4wfn9dZYrSOFuYYz1gDUtD?si=iylGpvEzS2Cuuw-sMIRCeQ Episode 15: A Healing Touch Transformational Bodywork with Jamilah Tuuk (MSY teacher) https://open.spotify.com/episode/5tuheWe0bPUmCpZo0QKJ0v?si=r4dPqth9Qby4D7zdc6QuIA Episode 21: Reconnecting Womxn to Divine Wisdom with Amber Kilpatrick (MSY Founder) https://open.spotify.com/episode/5v99iKV2eX8IM7dmeAZaNd?si=zBlJhH0uQYGTIGUvWwhjug CONNECT WITH MONICA: https://www.facebook.com/monicareynarmt CONNECT WITH POA: Instagram - www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/POAStrengthandWellness Apply for coaching - https://hello.dubsado.com/public/appointment-scheduler/60464037b17b271029faebac/schedule Sign up for Monday Minutes - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/join-the-poa-email-list Support the podcast: https://ko-fi.com/poaco

Courtney Bishop, High Performance Coach and Host of The POA Podcast, shares practical ways to bring more mindfulness into your every day to find more freedom and joy in your world. In parts one and two of this series we defined what mindfulness is and covered why it's SO important to practice, so go back and listen to those in case you missed it! In this episode, you'll learn three more mindfulness tools and have the opportunity to reflect on prompts that will get yours wheels spinning on where else you can bring mindful moments and clarity into your life. Head over to Instagram after you listen and share with the community.. what's the biggest thing you've learned from this series? I hope you've found some useful techniques that will support your coaching, athletic, and everyday journey! Thank you SO much for tuning in and I'll see you in the next episode! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Podcast Intro (00:37) Episode Intro (01:09) Summary of part one and part two (03:36) Tool 1: Work/Life Balance (04:52) Tool 2: Solitude (06:54) Tool 3: Do Nothing (09:01) Summary of each mindfulness tool and reflective mindfulness prompts (12:32) Join the conversation on IG, apply for coaching, and sign up for Monday Minutes! CONNECT WITH POA: Instagram - www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/POAStrengthandWellness Apply for coaching - https://hello.dubsado.com/public/appointment-scheduler/60464037b17b271029faebac/schedule Sign up for Monday Minutes - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/join-the-poa-email-list Support the podcast - https://ko-fi.com/poaco

You're hard headed, your own harshest critic, constantly driven to improve, never satisfied, no realistic expectation of ever catching up to your ambitions. This athlete mentality has been embedded in you... to always go go go, be productive, rest is for the weak, etc. I get it. I operated this way for YEARS; treating my body like a machine, pushing myself SO hard through an injury that I burned out, was FORCED to slow down, and change my pace in the pursuit of my athletic goals. Now I have deep gratitude for yoga and mindfulness because it completely changed my approach as an athlete, and is exactly why i'm able to share this knowledge with you guys today. Within this episode, you'll learn practical ways to bring more mindfulness into your world as a driven athlete so you can maintain OR reclaim the joy and freedom in your athletic journey so it enhances your quality of life, rather than white knuckling your way to success, possibly burning out, getting injured, and having to step away from the craft you love for extended periods, or possibly forever. Of course, we'll define what mindfulness is, cover why it's SO important to practice as an athlete, and share some open ended questions to get yours wheels spinning on where else you can bring mindfulness into your routines to ensure the pursuit of your physique and performance goals is as gratifying as the outcome. Head over to Instagram after you listen and share with the community.. do you currently incorporate any of these mindfulness techniques into your day as a driven athlete? If not, which ones do you plan to try out? See you back again for part three! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Podcast Intro (00:37) Episode Intro (01:09) Summary of part one, what is mindfulness? (03:08) Why does being a mindful athlete, rather than an athlete with your mind FULL matter? (06:54) A mindful VS mind FULL athlete (10:38) Mindfulness tools, example applications, and benefits (11:03) Tool 1: Autoregulation / Mindful movement (15:17) Tool 2: Mindful Eating (See Ep 26 to learn about navigating the spectrum between flexible & structured styles of eating) (19:45) Tool 3: Visualization of performance and physique goals (24:54) Summary of each mindfulness tool (26:46) Special announcement for potential POA athletes! (28:10) Join the conversation on IG, apply for coaching, and sign up for Monday Minutes! RESOURCES: Episode 26 - Navigating Nutrition Sustainably at any Level with Karina Noboa https://open.spotify.com/episode/4ybnxc1XkeCtcHCzrGFxa7?si=BbOUEj9ORnGd645WTovQ3w Apply for a 1:1 coaching spot as a POA athlete - https://forms.gle/WXUnWBUbFTPLM5xE9 SUPPORT POA: https://ko-fi.com/poaco CONNECT WITH POA: Instagram - www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/POAStrengthandWellness Apply for coaching - https://hello.dubsado.com/public/appointment-scheduler/60464037b17b271029faebac/schedule Sign up for Monday Minutes - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/join-the-poa-email-list

Courtney Bishop, High Performance Coach and Host of The POA Podcast, provides a few techniques you can try on to incorporate more mindfulness into your day. If you are a new coach, you probably spend a lot of time scattered between digital marketing, new client consultations, writing client programs, coaching calls & check ins, and whatever else pops onto your radar each week. Therefore, this episode will be a perfect fit for you to find some clarity in the chaos. Of course, we'll define what mindfulness is if you're not super familiar, cover why Courtney believes it's SO important to practice, and share what to expect in the rest of the series! Head over to Instagram after you listen and share with the community.. do you currently incorporate any of these mindfulness techniques into your day as a new coach? If not, which ones do you plan to try out? See you back again for part two! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Podcast Intro (00:37) Episode Intro (01:09) Why is mindfulness so important and why should you practice it? (03:40) What is mindfulness? (05:54) Tool 1: How to incorporate more mindfulness into your day as a new coach (08:38) Tool 2: How to incorporate more mindfulness into your day as a new coach (11:23) Tool 3: How to incorporate more mindfulness into your day as a new coach (13:03) Summary of each mindfulness tool and what to expect in the rest of the series (15:35) Join the conversation on IG, apply for coaching, and sign up for Monday Minutes! RESOURCES: Episode 8 - Pausing to Notice the Breath https://open.spotify.com/episode/28cdyRtJkQavw2ZUNUG8BJ?si=-WhYzlr6TeuBDdCVJyae0w SUPPORT POA: https://ko-fi.com/poaco CONNECT WITH POA: Instagram - www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/POAStrengthandWellness Apply for coaching - https://hello.dubsado.com/public/appointment-scheduler/60464037b17b271029faebac/schedule Sign up for Monday Minutes - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/join-the-poa-email-list

Steven Low, Author of Overcoming Gravity, Overcoming Tendonitis and Overcoming Poor Posture, holds a plethora of knowledge due to thousands of hours of research around bodyweight training as a practitioner, Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Former Gymnast, Coach, and Consultant. As a strength training enthusiast and someone interested in learning more about this style of training, you won't want to miss this one! In this episode, you'll learn how Steven got involved in bodyweight training, or bodyweight fitness (BWF), common misconceptions around BWF, if and when BWF is appropriate for you, programming differences between BWF and barbell training, Steven's advice for new and aspiring strength and wellness coaches, and what's on the horizon for his work. We discuss the premise and main takeaways of each of his three books, and give insight into how to structure a bodyweight training program as a novice or intermediate trainee. You'll walk away feeling more resourceful and equipped to not only navigate current roadblocks, but how Steven's work can open the doors to progression for a lifetime and finding more freedom in your movement journey. Overcoming Gravity has been like a bible for me as a Strength and Wellness Coach and I highly recommend picking it up, or checking out his other books if they speak to you! Be sure to check out his website for all the FREE info he's put on there, as well as the reddit forums where he's answered over 100's of questions! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Podcast Intro (00:37) Episode Intro (01:09) How Courtney became familiar with Steven's work (02:43) Steven's sport background with gymnastics, parkour, and climbing (14:40) Where does Barbell Training fit in with BWF? (19:50) How Steven landed in Physical Therapy and Coaching, his training setbacks & the start of researching BWF (29:38) Common Misconceptions around BWF (32:07) Is BWF easier than barbell training? Which training style is right for you and when? (42:32) Programming differences between bodyweight and barbell training (47:17) Practical takeaways from the book, Overcoming Gravity (01:03:07) Structuring a BWF routine (novice & intermediate) (01:13:53) Practical takeaways from the book, Overcoming Tendonitis (01:26:56) Practical takeaways from the book, Overcoming Poor Posture (01:32:56) Steven's Coaching & Training/Injury Consultation Services + What's on the Horizon for his work (01:36:48) Advice for new and aspiring Strength & Wellness Coaches, and recommended reading RESOURCES: https://stevenlow.org/ https://stevenlow.org/overcoming-tendonitis/ https://www.reddit.com/r/bodyweightfitness/ https://www.reddit.com/r/overcominggravity/ The Science and Practice of Strength Training (2nd ed) by Zatsiorsky Periodization for Sports by Bompa Becoming a Supple Leopard by Starrett SUPPORT POA: https://ko-fi.com/poaco POA Wishlist https://amzn.to/3oq9kPJ CONNECT WITH STEVEN: https://www.amazon.com/Steven-Low/e/B00LYWTG6M/ https://www.instagram.com/stevenlowog/ https://www.youtube.com/user/eshlow/videos CONNECT WITH POA: Instagram - www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/POAStrengthandWellness Website - www.poastrengthandwellness.com Sign up for Monday Minutes, get a free, guided meditation - https://poastrengthandwellness.com/join-the-poa-email-list Apply for coaching - https://hello.dubsado.com/public/appointment-scheduler/60464037b17b271029faebac/schedule

Katie Venechuk is a Certified Forest Therapy Guide with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy, registered yoga teacher, environmental engineer, and owner of In Your Element Wellness. Through her unique wellness programs in the forest, her goal is to help people rediscover a sense of belonging in wild nature settings, reduce technology induced stress and anxiety, and better understand the human connection to nature. Katie believes that there is an entry point for everyone to connect with the world of wellness that waits in nature. Her mission is to hold open the door. In Episode 32, Courtney takes you on a journey through Katie's story of becoming a naturalist and now guide of the evidenced-based practice, Forest Therapy. Katie shares the origins of this ancient practice (also called forest bathing), physiological benefits, how you can implement this practice and more. Discover the gifts of this tool & rediscover what it means to slow down and bring forth a natural state of awe and delight daily. TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Podcast Intro (00:37) Episode Intro (01:10) Katie's background; how she got into Forest Therapy (08:57) The gift of stepping into your element and following what makes you come alive (11:31) Forest therapy as a tool to increase proprioception, interoception, and embodiment (14:27) Reducing tech-induced stress, discovering belonging in natural settings, and understanding your relationship to nature (17:41) Finding joy in nature, even in the darker, colder months (21:33) What does Forest Therapy look like in practice with IYE? (26:19) Immune & Nervous System Adaptations (35:42) Unlearning the conditioned state of always doing (41:37) Two invitations to try on your own practice! (46:29) Find a Forest Therapy guide near you (50:18) Forest Therapy without a forest? Can you do it? (54:50) Your impact within the web of life & environmental activism (01:02:13) Resources to learn more (01:04:43) Influences on Katie's work + Recommended Reading (01:07:33) On the horizon for IYE (01:14:58) Connect with Katie & IYE Wellness RESOURCES: Why Choose Nature Over Netflix https://poastrengthandwellness.com/archives/715 Hidden Life of Trees https://amzn.to/3ojFMDy The Nature Fix (data driven) https://amzn.to/3rlp5cG The Biophilia Effect (how diff environments decrease stress & why) https://amzn.to/3gnpO6Y Your Guide to Forest Bathing https://amzn.to/3HkWaLn ANFT.earth SUPPORT POA: https://ko-fi.com/poaco POA Wishlist https://amzn.to/3oq9kPJ CONNECT WITH IYE: Instagram - www.instagram.com/iyewellness Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/iyewellness Sign up for Monthly Newsletter -https://iyewellness.com/monthly-news/ CONNECT WITH POA: Instagram - www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/POAStrengthandWellness Sign up for Monday Minutes - https://poastrengthandwellness.lpages.co/monday-minutes/ Apply for coaching - https://hello.dubsado.com/public/appointment-scheduler/60464037b17b271029faebac/schedule If you enjoy the show, you can support us by leaving a review, sharing, subscribing, or donating at the link above!

Courtney Bishop, High Performance Coach and Host of The POA Podcast, guides you through a gratitude meditation practice. This episode was inspired by Episode 47: ‘The Science of Gratitude and How to Build a Gratitude Practice' on Huberman Lab, a podcast hosted by Professor of Neurobiology at Stanford University, Andrew Huberman. To provide a little insight, Huberman explains recent research showing data that support the fact that receiving for yourself or perceiving the narrative of others receiving genuine thanks and appreciation increases your ability to experience gratitude and maintain a positive outlook in everyday life. This is quite different than what many folks think of when they imagine a gratitude practice - which usually takes the form of either writing down what you are celebrating, or meditating on these things you are thankful for. Therefore in Episode 31, Courtney uses this guidance to send sincere appreciation to YOU to provide you with an effective gratitude meditation practice you can return to and rely on routinely! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Podcast Intro (00:37) Episode Intro (02:45) Receiving Gratitude Meditation Practice (14:32) Connect with the POA Community (15:23) What's to come on The POA Podcast in 2022 (15:49) Join us on IG, Monday Minutes, or apply for coaching! RESOURCES: Huberman Lab https://open.spotify.com/show/79CkJF3UJTHFV8Dse3Oy0P?si=b10019c5ca7740c6 Episode 47: The Science of Gratitude https://open.spotify.com/episode/5GYvrvQmFQmD77vpsiMn59?si=9Lsv43p2S3CV5rMdPpbUbA SUPPORT POA: https://ko-fi.com/poaco CONNECT WITH POA: Instagram - www.instagram.com/thepursuitofauthenticity_ Facebook - www.facebook.com/POAStrengthandWellness Website - www.poastrengthandwellness.com Sign up for Monday Minutes, get a free, guided meditation - https://poastrengthandwellness.lpages.co/monday-minutes/ Apply for coaching - https://hello.dubsado.com/public/appointment-scheduler/60464037b17b271029faebac/schedule