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Is the modern parenting playbook failing us?In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of UNLOCKED, Krista Franks sits down with psychoanalyst and author Erica Komisar, a bold voice challenging how society is raising its children—and what it's doing to our mental health.Erica unpacks the myths we've been sold about motherhood, resilience, and career ambition—and reveals the neurological consequences of early childhood stress, emotional neglect, and fractured family dynamics.Whether you're a parent, future parent, leader, or simply someone trying to live with more intention, this conversation will shift your perspective—and maybe even change how you live.Episode Summary02:45 - Why parents today are exhausted and overwhelmed  03:13 - The myth of “having it all” and the cost of two full-time jobs  07:50 - Lifestyle inflation and how children become the collateral  10:20 - Why you *can* have it all—but not all at once  14:30 - Erica's career decisions and choosing work that fits family  18:45 - Babies are NOT resilient: the science of early brain development  21:40 - How parenting literally wires the brain—for life  25:45 - What if I missed the first 3 years? Can you repair it?  28:20 - What are we *really* aiming for as parents?  30:25 - The truth behind the “quality time” myth  34:00 - Defining what it *actually* means to give your kids a good life  36:15 - Divorce, narcissism, and raising kids in two homes  40:45 - Erica's final thoughts on intentional parenting  42:20 - Where to find Erica and her upcoming work  About Erica KomisarErica Komisar, LCSW is a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, and parent guidance expert with over 30 years of private practice experience in New York City. A graduate of Georgetown University, Columbia University, and the New York Freudian Society, Erica brings her expertise to parenting workshops across clinics, schools, corporations, and childcare settings.She is a regular contributor to The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and The New York Daily News, and serves as a Contributing Editor at the Institute for Family Studies. Erica also appears regularly on Fox & Friends and Fox 5 News.She is the author of two books: 

In this special live conversation, Krista and Phil reflect on a recent moment that tested their philosophy in real time: What if this isn't happening to you… but for you? They walk through the major transitions happening inside Owl & Key and their family life—from big client changes to launching new brands—and share how they've used intention, presence, and partnership to navigate uncertainty and step into what's next. If you're in a season of change, this is the reframe you didn't know you needed.CONNECT OWL & KEYGrab a copy of the Strategic Planning for Life bookA perfect gift for yourself or for your growth-oriented friend or family member.https://a.co/d/g8NBjQbUNLOCKED Membership for just $1Join the community and membership for just $1! Tap into the ultimate at-your-fingertips, when-you-need-it-most life design resources.https://www.owlandkey.co/membership-trialLevel up with a 1:1 Expert Guided ExperienceTransform your life faster and with greater levels of success.https://www.owlandkey.co/coachingHelp your team thrive with our @Work PlatformUnlock growth, performance and wellbeing.https://www.owlandkey.co/at-work

Are you really tapping into intuition, or are your emotions fooling you?In this episode, Professor Joel Pearson, leading neuroscientist and researcher, breaks down the real science behind intuition—debunking common myths and revealing how to train your brain for better decision-making.We dive into:✅ What intuition actually is (hint: it's not just a feeling)✅ When to trust vs. ignore your gut instinct✅ How emotions like stress, anxiety, and excitement distort intuition✅ The 5-step "SMILE" framework to sharpen your decision-making✅ How AI will soon enhance human intuitionJoel has spent a decade studying intuition in the lab, discovering how our unconscious mind influences choices—sometimes for the better, sometimes leading us astray. If you're interested in neuroscience, psychology, or making smarter life choices, this episode is a must-listen.Listen now & start making better decisions today.ABOUT PROFESSOR JOEL PEARSONProfessor Joel Pearson is a world-leading neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and expert in human intuition, decision-making, and the science of consciousness. He is the Director of the Future Minds Lab at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Sydney, where he leads cutting-edge research on intuition, perception, and mental imagery—helping people and businesses unlock better decision-making strategies.With a background in neuroscience and psychology, Joel has spent over a decade studying how the brain processes unconscious information, how intuition works, and when we should (and shouldn't) trust our gut instincts. His work has been featured in Forbes, The Guardian, BBC, and Nature Neuroscience, and he regularly speaks on how scientific intuition can enhance performance in business, leadership, and everyday life.Joel is also the author of The Intuition Toolkit, where he introduces the SMILE framework, a five-step model to train and refine intuition using neuroscience-backed principles. His expertise has made him a sought-after speaker for Fortune 500 companies, elite athletes, and top executives looking to sharpen their cognitive edge.Currently, Joel is pioneering new research at the intersection of AI and human intuition, exploring how technology can enhance decision-making and help people navigate an increasingly complex world.CONNECT WITH JOELWebsite:https://www.profjoelpearson.com/The Intuition Toolkit Book:https://a.co/d/4rs9MEfCONNECT OWL & KEYGrab a copy of the Strategic Planning for Life bookA perfect gift for yourself or for your growth-oriented friend or family member.https://a.co/d/g8NBjQb UNLOCKED MembershipJoin the community and membership to tap into the ultimate at-your-fingertips, when-you-need-it-most life design resources.https://www.owlandkey.co/membership Level up with a 1:1 Expert Guided ExperienceTransform your life faster and with greater levels of success.https://www.owlandkey.co/coachingHelp your team thrive with our @Work PlatformUnlock growth, performance and wellbeing.https://www.owlandkey.co/at-work

In this enlightening episode of UNLOCKED, we're joined by Deb Dana, LCSW, a globally recognized clinician, consultant, and speaker specializing in Polyvagal Theory and its practical applications. Deb unpacks the transformative concept of “glimmers,” small moments of connection and safety, and explains how they can help us move through life's challenges with greater ease and resilience.Deb shares profound insights into the science behind glimmers, how they serve as a counterbalance to triggers, and how they can foster creativity, problem-solving, and connection. Together, Krista and Deb explore the importance of nervous system awareness, how glimmers build resilience over time, and the ripple effect they create in relationships, communities, and beyond.This episode offers a practical guide to anyone looking to move beyond survival mode, embrace intentional living, and unlock the capacity for joy, hope, and meaningful connection.Key Moments:00:01:33 – Introduction to Glimmers: Deb explains the science and power behind glimmers as tiny moments of safety and connection.00:04:35 – Krista's Snowflake Story: A personal story illustrating how glimmers can shift mental states.00:08:22 – Glimmers vs. Triggers: Deb explains how glimmers serve as a counterbalance to triggers without bypassing suffering.00:15:00 – The Nervous System's Role: Why state drives story, and how glimmers help interrupt survival responses.00:20:24 – Guided Reflection: Deb leads listeners through a simple exercise to identify and appreciate their own glimmers.00:27:06 – The Science of Glimmers: Exploring how these moments reshape nervous system pathways and build resilience.00:39:00 – The Ripple Effect of Glimmers: How sharing glimmers fosters connection and creates collective regulation.00:46:43 – Practical Steps: Deb outlines how to integrate glimmers into daily life and their potential to change the world one nervous system at a time.About Deb:Deb Dana, LCSW, is a renowned clinician, consultant, and speaker specializing in complex trauma and connection. As the leading translator of Dr. Stephen Porges' Polyvagal Theory, she has made significant contributions to understanding how the nervous system shapes behavior, relationships, and well-being.A best-selling author of Polyvagal Practices, Polyvagal Card Deck, and The Polyvagal Theory in Therapy, among others, Deb's work has been featured in Oprah Daily, Newsweek, and HuffPost. She has also shared her expertise on Deepak Chopra's podcast.Deb trains therapists worldwide and collaborates with organizations to integrate Polyvagal principles into leadership and systems transformation. A founding member of The Polyvagal Institute, she also advises Khiron Clinics and Unyte, helping create environments that foster trust and resilience.Connect With Deb:Website: https://www.rhythmofregulation.com/Connect with Owl & Key:Website: www.owlandkey.coInstagram: www.instagram.com/owl_and_key/Everything Else: linktr.ee/owlandkey

In this episode of UNLOCKED, we're joined by Jonathan Poma, Founder and Executive Director at Loop, a company recognized as one of Forbes' Next Billion-Dollar Startups. Formerly the CEO, Jonathan has led Loop through extraordinary growth and transformation. Now, he's sharing the lessons he learned and how those insights translate into living a more intentional and fulfilling life.Jonathan dives deep into the principles of intentional leadership, the value of self-awareness, and how to achieve alignment between professional success and personal well-being. Key topics include:Building a Strong Foundation: Why leading yourself is the first step to leading others effectively.Time Mastery: How to design your life and schedule around what matters most.Overcoming Challenges: Using failures and hardships as catalysts for growth.Family and Business Balance: Creating intentional systems to thrive in both areas without compromise.Practical Tools for Reflection: Leveraging rituals, feedback loops, and mindful practices to grow as a leader and individual.This conversation is packed with actionable insights for leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to design a life and career with purpose. If you're ready to reimagine how you lead and live, don't miss this episode!Key Moments00:02:01 – Jonathan's Journey: From entrepreneurship to redefining success and balance.00:05:15 – Intentional Leadership: Leading a business starts with leading yourself.00:16:08 – Breakthrough Moments: The lessons from failed partnerships and big transitions.00:23:43 – The Operating System Metaphor: Upgrading your mental and emotional frameworks.00:33:31 – Building a Life Organization: Aligning personal and professional values for harmony.00:38:28 – Feedback Loops and Growth: Using rituals to strengthen relationships and leadership.00:52:52 – The Value of Time: How Jonathan redefined his relationship with time post-CEO role.01:01:26 – Quiet and Clarity: Cultivating stillness as a leader, parent, and individual.About Jonathan:With over 13 years of experience in ecommerce and startups, Jonathan is Founder and Executive Director on the board at Loop, a leading e-commerce returns platform that helps brands create loyal customers and increase retention. Also a member of YPO, a global network of chief executives who share insights and learn from each other. Jonathan is always eager to learn from others, collaborate with diverse teams, and contribute to the community.Connect With Jonathan:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pomajp/X: https://x.com/pomajpConnect with Owl & Key:Website: www.owlandkey.coInstagram: www.instagram.com/owl_and_key/Everything Else: linktr.ee/owlandkey

In this inspiring conversation, Joe DeLoss opens up about navigating life's twists and turns, sharing his raw, personal journey through big changes and the lessons he's learned along the way. Whether you're facing a career shift, grappling with relationships, or just trying to figure out what's next, this episode offers a relatable and refreshing take on the process of change. Here's what we dive into:The Reality of Change: Joe unpacks the messy, paradoxical, and often beautiful journey of letting go and stepping into something new.Unlearning What No Longer Serves You: How to release old habits, identities, and societal definitions of success to rediscover what truly matters.Becoming a Wayfinder: Joe shares his approach to navigating uncertainty one small, intentional step at a time, and how you can start your own path forward.Why Nature Heals: The surprising way outdoor adventures helped Joe reconnect with himself and find clarity in chaos.Serving Through Your Struggles: How Joe's challenges inspired him to create Baker Road, a space for men to find connection and purpose in nature.This episode is like a campfire conversation between friends—real, vulnerable, and packed with wisdom for anyone ready to embrace growth and align with what truly matters in life.Key Moments:02:51 - Joe's early relationship with change and the impact of identity shifts06:48 - Reckoning with rock bottom: When personal pain meets external accountability11:38 - Realigning purpose and identity: How to start the process of self-awareness17:29 - The power of unlearning: Letting go of external validation to reconnect with inner values22:42 - Defining personal success: From external KPIs to meaningful relationships29:39 - Navigating life's map: The wayfinding metaphor for embracing the journey36:25 - Nature as a guide: Lessons from the wild and its transformative role in Joe's work43:09 - Creating Baker Road: Purpose-driven adventures for growth and connection48:36 - Campfire wisdom: Letting go, finding peace, and embracing the abundance of changeAbout Joe:Joe is a serial entrepreneur focused on building transformational experiences and businesses that improve the lives of everyone involved. Most recently, Joe exited Hot Chicken Takeover, a fast-casual restaurant chain he built in the Midwest. The business earned critical acclaim as a break-out brand in the segment and created nearly a thousand meaningful work opportunities in the region for people impacted by incarceration, homelessness, and addiction.Since this acquisition, Joe's continued his dedication to supportive employment, social entrepreneurship, and vulnerable leadership. And with eyes set on new ventures, Joe's seizing any opportunity he can get to inspire other entrepreneurs and leaders to make sustainable impact integral to their organization's future. He honors this pursuit as an advisor, investor, speaker, and occasionally, as a reluctant consultant. His newest project, Baker Road, is an adventure studio offering men and high impact leaders immersive opportunities to learn about themselves in wild, natural environments. Joe's work been highlighted by The Today Show, Forbes, Harvard Business School, Politico, The Rachael Ray Show and many others. He and his family live on a farm in rural Ohio, keeping adventure close in their own backyard.Connect with Joe:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/joedeloss/Baker Road: www.bakerroad.com/Connect with Owl & Key:Website: www.owlandkey.co

In this episode of UNLOCKED, we sit down with Parneet Pal, a Harvard- and Columbia-trained physician and founder of Systematically Well Advisory, Inc., to uncover the roots of holistic well-being and the transformative potential of lifestyle medicine. Parneet shares pivotal “crucible moments” that redefined her view on health, shaped by her journey from traditional medicine to a focus on lifestyle, our biology, and planetary health. Through fascinating discussions on resilience, well-being, and leadership in the workplace, she brings actionable insights to balance growth and repair within our bodies and workplaces. Join us as we explore how each choice we make is a step toward building a thriving and healthy life—one that is deeply regenerative for ourselves, our communities, and the planet.Key Moments:00:02:01 – Parneet's Journey: Parneet shares her shift from traditional medicine to lifestyle wellness.00:08:01 – True Health Defined: Parneet expands on holistic health and the "exposome."00:15:01 – Homeostasis & Energy: Discussing how cellular energy signals well-being.00:21:01 – Lifestyle Medicine Basics: Key lifestyle factors for balancing health.00:28:01 – Nature's Model: Insights from nature on sustainable well-being.00:38:01 – Workplace Well-being: Parneet on burnout and productivity in businesses.00:46:01 – Leadership & Change: How leaders can support team well-being.00:52:01 – Systematically Well Programs: Overview of Parneet's wellness programs for teams.00:56:01 – Closing Reflection: Parneet's favorite quote on creating a life that fosters life.About Parneet:Parneet Pal, MBBS, MS is a Harvard- and Columbia-trained physician-educator who teaches skills and communicates ideas that advance personal, workplace and planetary health.As the Founder of Systematically Well Advisory Inc., she works with business teams and global organizations to address leadership, performance, wellbeing and sustainability using evidence-based strategies from lifestyle medicine, neuroscience, behavioral science and psychology.Previously, she designed preventive wellbeing programs for Executive Health (including at the University of California, San Francisco), and led faculty, curriculum and content development as the Chief Science Officer of a health start-up scaling corporate mental wellbeing.Parneet speaks about the connections between Health, Leadership and Sustainability at global conferences and guest lectures at several universities. She has been a TEDMED scholar, Harvard Business Review contributor and has been featured on the cover of Mindful magazine.Connect with Parneet:Website: www.parneetpal.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/parneetpalInstagram: @pal.parneetConnect with Owl & Key:Website: www.owlandkey.coInstagram: www.instagram.com/owl_and_key/Everything Else: linktr.ee/owlandkey

What if the way you think about money is holding you back from living the life you truly want? In this episode, we challenge the conventional approach to earning and spending by asking, how can you make money work for you, rather than letting it control your choices? Join us as we explore how to build a bridge toward making money in new ways—a critical step for many who feel stuck in their current lifestyle. We dive into the real meaning of success, not measured by the amount you earn, but by how well your financial choices support your life's values and goals. This episode offers practical guidance on overcoming one of the biggest barriers to change and integrating money into your intentional lifestyle design.Key Moments:00:00 - Introduction and Initial Thoughts on Money02:18 - The Role of Money in Intentional Living04:43 - Redefining Success: Moving Away from Traditional Narratives07:09 - The Importance of Financial Freedom and Flexibility11:49 - Building Financial Awareness: Practical Tips14:10 - Understanding Income, Expenses, and Financial Systems16:36 - Navigating Big Life Transitions and Financial Fear18:56 - Finding Value in Your Skills to Generate Income23:45 - Avoiding the “Not Enough” Mentality in Financial Growth28:24 - The Transition Period: One Foot In, One Foot Out30:42 - Why Creative and Strategic Income is Energizing35:26 - The Healthcare Barrier: What You Need to Know37:44 - The Upside of Living Your Life Now, Not Later44:36 - Practical Tips to Start Generating Income Today51:19 - Final Thoughts: You're Multifaceted, and So is Your PotentialConnect with Owl & Key:Whenever you're ready, there are 4 ways we can help:Grab Your Book:Become The Creator Of Your Own Story. Imagine owning a 200-page book with a crystal clear vision for the person you want to become and the life you want to live, captured on the pages of your personal Strategic Plan for Life.https://a.co/d/hkFfBcFStrategic Planning For Life™:The proven operating system used by CEOs, Fortune Companies, Professional Athletes, and people around the world! Start making your moves today!https://courses.owlandkey.co/offers/updaSQDy/checkoutOwl & Key @ Work:Created for conscious leaders and their teams, proven to help your employees make a bigger impact on their lives AND your business. Outcomes for everyone from the frontlines to C-suite executives and corporate employees in just 9 weeks.https://www.owlandkey.co/business-startBecome An Owl & Key Guide:Owl & Key is on a mission to help people become the best version of themselves, at work and in life. And we're looking for others passionate about unlocking that potential with us.https://www.owlandkey.co/guides

In this episode, Lee Povey, a former elite athlete and coach turned high-performance leadership expert, dives deep into the intersection of sports, leadership, and emotional intelligence. Povey shares his personal journey from a turbulent childhood, his rise through competitive cycling, and his transition into coaching Olympic athletes and startup founders. Throughout the conversation, he unpacks critical lessons on self-awareness, emotional mastery, and the importance of trust and failure in leadership. Povey explains how we are shaped by our upbringing but not defined by it, and how leaders can break through their own limitations to empower their teams and themselves. This conversation is a masterclass in how to cultivate an Olympic mindset in business and life.Key Moments:[00:00] Introduction – The origins of Lee Povey: from cycling to high-performance coaching.[05:30] The impact of childhood experiences – How Povey's relationship with his father shaped his mindset and drive.[13:10] The transition from sport to business – How Povey brought the lessons from cycling into leadership and coaching.[20:00] Emotional freezing vs. cognitive lighting up in conflict – Understanding emotional responses in high-pressure situations.[28:00] The importance of self-awareness – Why recognizing emotional triggers is vital for leaders.[35:00] Leadership parallels between parenting and coaching – How trust and empowerment are critical for growth.[42:00] The power of feedback – How to give and receive feedback for maximum effectiveness.[50:00] Changing programmed behavior – How to shift responses and rewire patterns in leadership and personal life.[58:30] Key takeaways for leaders – Practical exercises to cultivate self-awareness and improve decision-making.[01:04:00] Conclusion – Final thoughts from Lee Povey on taking control of your life and choices.Connect with Lee:https://www.leepovey.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/leepovey/Connect with Owl & Key:Whenever you're ready, there are 4 ways we can help:Grab Your Book:Become The Creator Of Your Own Story. Imagine owning a 200-page book with a crystal clear vision for the person you want to become and the life you want to live, captured on the pages of your personal Strategic Plan for Life.https://a.co/d/hkFfBcFStrategic Planning For Life™:The proven operating system used by CEOs, Fortune Companies, Professional Athletes, and people around the world! Start making your moves today!https://courses.owlandkey.co/offers/updaSQDy/checkoutOwl & Key at Work:Created for conscious leaders and their teams, proven to help your employees make a bigger impact on their lives AND your business. Outcomes for everyone from the frontlines to C-suite executives and corporate employees in just 9 weeks.https://www.owlandkey.co/business-startBecome An Owl & Key Guide:Owl & Key is on a mission to help people become the best version of themselves, at work and in life. And we're looking for others passionate about unlocking that potential with us.https://www.owlandkey.co/guides

Overview:In this episode of the Unlocked podcast, Krista and Phil explore the concept of the "echoes of your expression"—how personal expression, whether intentional or unintentional, reverberates through our lives and the lives of those around us.They're sharing real-life stories that illustrate how small acts of expression, like sharing a professional aspiration or speaking an intention, lead to unexpected and profound outcomes.Expression is not just a solo endeavor but a collaborative process with the universe, inviting you to take small steps and observe the massive and meaningful impact over time.Episode Highlights:[00:00:03] - Introduction: Introduction to the topic of "echoes of your expression" and the power of expression.[00:01:19] - Personal Story: Introduction to how individual expression, when authentic, resonates outwardly, influencing outcomes and inviting collaboration.[00:05:07] - Example of Career Change: Story of a group participant who expressed a desire to change roles and quickly secured a new position due to external support, demonstrating the power of speaking intentions aloud.[00:12:41] - Co-Creation & Expression: Discussion on how expression invites unexpected feedback, and how navigating unwanted echoes can lead to deeper understanding and refined direction.[00:26:52] - Energetic Expression: Exploration of the quiet, internal side of expression through journaling and meditation, leading to synchronicities and unexpected opportunities.[00:35:39] - Reflecting on Action: Reflection on how small, consistent actions compound over time, leading to large, often unseen impacts.[00:44:34] - Ripple Effect of Expression: The hosts discuss how personal expression can extend far beyond the individual and create a ripple effect that influences others in profound ways.[00:50:39] - Real-Life Example: Story of how a single professional presentation created lasting change within an organization, demonstrating the long-term impact of authentic expression.[00:53:00] - Closing Thoughts: Final thoughts on the power of throwing the ball (taking action) and being open to how expression and feedback lead to co-creation.Connect With Us:Whenever you're ready, there are 4 ways I can help you:Grab Your Book:Become The Creator Of Your Own Story. Imagine owning a 200-page book with a crystal clear vision for the person you want to become and the life you want to live, captured on the pages of your personal Strategic Plan for Life.https://a.co/d/hkFfBcFStrategic Planning For Life™: The proven operating system used by CEOs, Fortune Companies, Professional Athletes, and people around the world! Start making your moves today!https://courses.owlandkey.co/offers/updaSQDy/checkoutOwl & Key at Work:Created for conscious leaders and their teams, proven to help your employees make a bigger impact on their lives AND your business. Outcomes for everyone from the frontlines to C-suite executives and corporate employees in just 9 weeks.https://www.owlandkey.co/business-startBecome An Owl & Key Guide:Owl & Key is on a mission to help people become the best version of themselves, at work and in life. And we're looking for others passionate about unlocking that potential with us.https://www.owlandkey.co/guides

In this heartfelt episode of the UNLOCKED Podcast, host Krista Franks sits down with Christina Christian, an inspiring leader and entrepreneur, to explore her journey from childhood struggles to finding her purpose. Christina shares how she turned her passion for creating intentional spaces and experiences into the Colorado Retreat Co., a breathtaking retreat center in the mountains of Colorado. They discuss her challenges, including personal grief, finding alignment with her vision, and learning to embrace the flow of life rather than control it. Christina's story of resilience and clarity in lifestyle design is both moving and motivating, reminding us to be intentional with our dreams, even in the face of adversity. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration on navigating life's challenges with purpose, clarity, and intention.Key Timestamps for Topics of Discussion:(00:00) – Introduction to Christina Christian and her inspiring journey.(01:14) – Christina's childhood: Overcoming a chaotic upbringing and shaping her future.(03:49) – The transformative power of creating spaces for connection through events.(05:55) – A pivotal moment in 2014 at Rockmill Brewery: Dreaming of creating a community space.(07:06) – Building community and learning through experiences with brands like Yelp and Jeni's Ice Cream.(09:49) – How running events led to a realization about wanting to create a permanent place for community.(12:33) – Reflecting on one's journey: Connecting childhood threads to present-day purpose.(14:18) – The pandemic as a moment of clarity and manifestation of Christina's vision.(17:40) – Finding the perfect property in Colorado: A personal and emotional journey.(20:54) – Personal grief: Losing a close friend and how it became intertwined with her dream.(27:21) – Learning to be flexible and adapt while running a physical retreat space.(33:12) – Feeling that her mission is bigger than herself and embracing the unknown.(37:07) – Blending operational logistics with the flow of creativity and purpose.(50:16) – Embracing discomfort and navigating financial and logistical challenges.(52:23) – Where to find Christina and the Colorado Retreat Co. for memorable experiences.Connect:https://thecoloradoretreat.co/https://www.instagram.com/thecoloradoretreatco/https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinachristian/

Josh and Erin share their personal journey of chronic illness and how they found healing through bioenergetics testing. They discuss the limitations of traditional Western medicine and the importance of addressing the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of healing. They emphasize the need for a sense of safety within the body and environment, and the role of practices like meditation and nervous system regulation in fostering that safety. They also highlight the transformative power of bioenergetics in empowering individuals to take control of their own healing journey. In this conversation, Josh and Erin discuss the importance of listening to oneself and the power of belief in the healing journey. They emphasize the need to be present and aware of one's body and emotions, as well as the role of mindset in healing. They also highlight the uniqueness of each individual's healing journey and the importance of finding what works for oneself. The conversation touches on the topics of manifestation, self-empowerment, and the transformative power of going inward.Key Highlights:Chronic illness often requires addressing the physical body first to establish a foundation for healing, followed by the mental and spiritual aspects.A sense of safety within the body and environment is crucial for healing, as the body will not heal if it perceives danger or threat.Bioenergetics testing provides valuable information about the body's energetic frequencies and can guide the selection of remedies for healing.Healing is a holistic journey that involves empowering individuals to listen to their bodies and make choices that support their well-being. Listen to yourself and trust your intuition in the healing journey.Belief plays a crucial role in healing, and it is important to cultivate positive beliefs through thoughts, intentions, and experiences.Being present and aware of one's body and emotions is essential for healing.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Background02:48 The Cost of Chronic Illness05:24 The Journey of Chronic Illness09:40 Discovering Bioenergetics Testing12:34 The Transformative Power of Bioenergetics27:43 Fostering a Sense of Safety for Healing31:01 Empowering Individuals on Their Healing Journey51:30 The Power of Listening55:53 Belief and Mindset in Healing59:03 Embracing Uniqueness01:00:05 The Importance of Presence01:01:33 Going Inward: Self-EmpowermentMore about Erin & Josh:Josh and Erin are the husband and wife duo behind Ruti, a wellness brand focused on bio-individual healing, and the "Pick A Lane" podcast, where they explore topics like holistic healing, personal growth, and spirituality. Inspired by Josh's own experience healing from debilitating chronic illness, Ruti offers personalized wellness solutions, creating products that reflect its founders' belief that healing should be unique to each individual, while always incorporating a mind, body, soul approach. Through the Pick A Lane podcast, they extend their passion for wellness, offering insights and practical advice to a community of like-minded listeners. Josh and Erin's entrepreneurial spirit and creative vision drive them to innovate continuously, making a significant impact in the wellness industry. Their work in both Ruti and Pick A Lane reflects their commitment to guiding others toward a healthier, more balanced life. Connect:https://ruti.life/https://www.instagram.com/ruti.life?igsh=bzExcmI5c2hzanl5https://open.spotify.com/show/0svVxyGNLCHBRxMxLPacjL?si=G697OX46R4C09jA4HZHDvw

But what if it doesn't work?It's the first question for most of us at every turn, change, or transition point in our lives.The

In this enlightening episode of UNLOCKED host Phil Franks and guests, Sonya Dolan and BJ Miller, co-founders of Metal Health, dive deep into the wildly misunderstood world of palliative care, grief, and the human experience of life and death.They explore the five regrets of the dying, touching on the importance of living a life true to oneself and fully embracing all aspects of life. The conversation delves into the ways individuals can begin to engage with their own mortality, opening up about the role of grief in that process. Sonya and BJ emphasize that grief is not something to "get through" but a transformative journey of integrating loss into one's life, ultimately leading to personal growth and newfound perspectives on life and death.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Palliative care is about mitigating suffering and realizing joy, promoting quality of life irrespective of the outcome.Life and death are entwined, and appreciating both is essential for a fulfilled life.Learning to live with the hard emotions, including grief, is crucial for personal growth.Grief is not something to "get through"; it's an ongoing journey of integrating loss into your life.Embracing change and accepting the new version of yourself that emerges after loss can lead to personal growth and a deeper appreciation of life.ABOUT BJ & SONYA:BJ Miller is President & Counselor at Mettle Health, author, and renowned speaker. And is best known for his 2015 TED Talk, "What Really Matters at the End of Life" which has been viewed over 11million times.You may have seen BJ as the subject of Netflix's Academy Award-nominated short documentary, End Game[3] Or, most recently, on LIMITLESS, where he helps Chris Hemsworth confront and accept his mortality. He also co-authored a book for approaching the end of life titled A Beginner's Guide to the End. And wrote a chapter sharing his advice in Tim Ferriss' book Tools of Titans.Sonya Dolan is Co-founder and director of operations at Mettle Health. Sonya came to work in the field of hospice and palliative care after the death of her mother. This loss and the experience of being a caregiver greatly influenced her career trajectory. Her work with hospice, coupled with caregiving for her mother and being a breast cancer survivor has given her a keen awareness of what the healthcare system provides and where it is lacking.CONNECT WITH BJ & SONYA:Mettle Healthhttps://mettlehealth.com/https://www.instagram.com/mettle_health/Interested in registering for the Mettle Method?https://mettlehealth.com/curriculumGrab the book:https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/A-Beginners-Guide-to-the-End/BJ-Miller/9781501157219LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/bj-miller-md/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonya-dolan-36697631/CONNECT WITH OWL & KEYhttps://www.owlandkey.co/https://www.instagram.com/owl_and_key/https://linktr.ee/owlandkey

Join us in this powerful episode as Johnny Martin, a dedicated advocate for personal transformation and empowerment, shares his insights on igniting change from within. From his experience working with veterans and elite athletes, Johnny dives deep into the challenges people face when attempting to shed old beliefs and embrace new possibilities. Discover the impact of self-talk, the significance of a supportive community, and the profound ripple effects of changing the relationship with yourself. Tune in and learn how to conquer the enemy within and unleash your potential for lasting transformation.MORE ABOUT JOHN:Over the last 15 years, John has served as a performance coach with professional athletes, educational leaders and corporate executives. In addition, John is a sought after speaker who has served countless schools, university teams, and corporations across the country. His role with UHP and FitOps Foundation is to provide transitional support to students upon graduation from the Cornerstone Course. In addition to his primary role with UHP, John teaches UHP courses on suicide prevention, growth mindset, grief recovery, and other mental health topics. A tireless advocate for veterans, John ensures that all UHP graduates have a lifetime of support in the form of veteran peer groups, individual coaching, employment assistance, mental health advocacy, and referral services when needed.John is a nationally certified Grief Recovery Specialist from the Grief Recovery Institute ™ . Guiding men and women struggling with grief and loss through the Grief Recovery Method ™ He has worked as a counselor in public schools and taught Group Counseling at the graduate school level. John was twice nominated for Massachusetts School Counselor of the Year and received the United States Marine Corps Educator of the Year Award. CONNECT WITH JOHN & UHP:https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnnymartin001/https://university-hp.com/CONNECT WITH OWL & KEYhttps://www.owlandkey.co/https://www.instagram.com/owl_and_key/https://linktr.ee/owlandkey

Join us on this episode of "Unlocked" as we delve into the extraordinary journey of Shane Heath, the visionary co-founder of MUD/WTR, an entrepreneur, artist, and transformative thinker. Host Phil Franks engages in a captivating conversation with Shane, exploring his profound quest for self-discovery, mental and spiritual well-being, and the unique crossroads that led to the creation of MUD/WTR. Discover how Shane's unraveling from societal norms and first principles thinking ignited his transformational journey, ultimately giving birth to a powerful coffee alternative and lifestyle brand. This episode showcases the power of choosing authenticity over conformity and how embracing one's unique path can lead to unimaginable growth and success.CONNECT WITH SHANE & MUD/WTR:https://www.instagram.com/somanypossibilities/http://www.somanypossibilities.comhttps://www.instagram.com/drinkmudwtr/https://mudwtr.comCONNECT WITH OWL & KEY:https://www.owlandkey.co/https://www.instagram.com/owl_and_key/https://linktr.ee/owlandkey

We're back!!! And we're kicking off season 4 with episode number 100!We've been humbled by the amazing stories of our guests, grateful for the audience listening from around the world, and inspired by the lessons learned from this creative and meaningful venture. In this episode we reflect on the personal lessons learned that resonate the most in our personal and shared lives. We discuss the memorable moments from our favorite episodes in seasons 1-3 (it was tough to narrow it down!). And we share a little glimpse into the future of the show, and what's to come in season 4 and beyond.We're thrilled to be back with you sharing stories and strategies all about lifestyle design, then tapping into what's possible and living it. Onward, my friends.CONNECT WITH OWL & KEYhttps://www.owlandkey.co/https://www.instagram.com/owl_and_key/https://linktr.ee/owlandkey

If you often catch yourself uttering the words, "Oh, if only I had more time," then pause and consider this...What you don't do dictates what you can do.Refuse to settle for mediocrity and embark on a mindful journey where every decision you make aligns harmoniously with your deepest intentions. Be ruthless about your priorities. Your time is one of your most valuable resources. Spend it wisely, focused on your highest values, intentions and non-negotiables. You will rarely "have" time. You must create it. Intentionally.And being ruthless about scheduling your time around what matters most will transform your outcomes into more of what you desire.CONNECT WITH OWL & KEYhttps://www.owlandkey.co/https://www.instagram.com/owl_and_key/https://linktr.ee/owlandkey

Are you ready to unlock the extraordinary potential within yourself? Today, we have an exceptional guest who will guide us through the secrets of achieving clarity, calm, and confidence in every aspect of our lives, through a transformative journey towards a life of boundless expression and limitless performance.Our guest today is none other than Mike J. Rosenfeld, a remarkable and renowned Peak Performance Coach, Breathwork Therapist, and an esteemed ambassador of the FLOW CODE in the United States. With a profound understanding of neuroscience, flow state psychology, co-active coaching, and breath-work therapy, Mike has trained some of the world's top performers in sports and business, enabling them to reach peak levels of mental and physical excellence.But Mike's mission goes beyond training elite individuals. He believes that every person has the innate purpose to become the healthiest, happiest, and most powerful version of themselves. Through his extraordinary turnaround story, which he shares openly in this episode, Mike aims to inspire each and every one of you listening, reminding us that regardless of our starting point or current circumstances, we possess the power to choose and change our lives.MORE ABOUT MIKEMike works with world champion professional and collegiate athletes, Fortune 500 CEOs and teams; providing them with tools essential to optimize performance and achieve sustainable success.His “Access Your Brilliance” Program incorporates research-based best practices in neuroscience, optimized vitality, applied positive psychology, flow state psychology and breathwork.Mike regularly facilitates workshops for local and international Chapters of the Young Presidents Organization (YPO), the world's premier peer network of chief executives and business leaders, many of whom have become his clients.Mike has been featured as a high performance expert alongside Shaquille O'Neal and Mike Ditka in the Documentary “Beyond the Game”.Maya Angelou interviewed Mike on Oprah Winfrey's radio show. He has also been featured on major networks including CBS, NBC, CNBC, ABC, and Showtime. He was honored by Sustainatopia as a “Revolutionary Change Maker,” an award given to young social-entrepreneurs working to create a positive impact locally and globally. He is also one of the recipients of the Spiritual Entrepreneurs Visionary Awards for his exemplary service to humanity.Mike dedicates his pro bono time mentoring graduates and students of the Cliff and Eda Viner Community and Scholars Foundation.CONNECT WITH MIKEhttps://www.trueperformancecoaching.com/https://www.instagram.com/mikejrosenfeld/CONNECT WITH OWL & KEYhttps://www.owlandkey.co/https://www.instagram.com/owl_and_key/https://linktr.ee/owlandkey

More is not always better - especially when it comes to money. And in this episode, we're talking about how to make your money - no matter how much you have or how much you make - work FOR your most intentional life. Our guest today has been honored as a Top Money Expert and is a leading voice in being intentional with your money. Barbara Ginty is a Certified Financial Planner and host of the Future Rich podcast. She has thousands of clients who sing her praises. And from first-hand experience, she's one of the most creative minds when it comes to designing your financial systems around what matters most to you and the future you want to build.This conversation will not only inspire and energize you to invest in your financial landscape. But it will give you tips and strategies that you can think about and implement RIGHT NOW to further align your financial landscape with the life you desire most. When you're done, head on over to the links in the show notes to hear more from Barbara. Be prepared for a WEALTH of knowledge. MORE ABOUT BARBARABarbara Ginty is a Certified Financial Planner and the host of the “Future Rich” podcast. Each week on the show, Ginty interviews women about their finances and helps them develop a plan to achieve their goals. The podcast was selected by NextAdvisor as one of the 10 Best Finance Podcasts for 2021.Ginty previously worked for Bloomberg and Credit Suisse, and is now the owner of a wealth management firm that caters to clients from all financial backgrounds and ages. In addition to one-on-one client meetings, she provides financial literacy classes and content online through her company, Planancial.Ginty also teaches personal finance classes at SUNY Ulster.CONNECT WITH BARBARAhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/barbara-ginty-cfp%C2%AE-7b509421/https://www.futurerichpodcast.com/https://www.barbaraginty.com/abouthttps://www.instagram.com/futurerichpodcast/CONNECT WITH OWL & KEYhttps://www.owlandkey.co/https://www.instagram.com/owl_and_key/https://linktr.ee/owlandkey

It's not enough to just be aware. Although awareness is the first step in the journey of practicing and living a more intentional life. And just beyond awareness there is a canyon. That dark canyon is what stops most from experiencing their deepest, most authentic truth, as that canyon represents the crossover from your inner world to the outer world.And when we choose to believe, allow, and then action our deepest awareness through our intentions, our lives can truly transform. We can fully align what we feel inside with the world outside ourselves, and that transformation will be a gift to you and everything.In this episode Krista and Phil sit down to discuss bringing intentions to into real life. How we can truly begin putting form to feeling. By sharing real and relevant examples in their own journey through parenthood, partnership, family life, and business. And how the process of bringing your intentions to life is like a heartbeat, sharing tips on how you can take your truths, your intentions, and very practically begin to bring those to life. CONNECT WITH OWL & KEYwww.owlandkey.cowww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/linktr.ee/owlandkey

There IS a revolution happening in the workplace. A new dawn for how, where, and when we engage with this major component of our life called work. In the aftermath of the pandemic experience organizations around the world were forced to innovate the age-old construct of the typical 9-5 office work week. For some, they thrived and others (as we're witnessing the backlashes of today) have struggled to find the delicate, yet ironically simple solutions to empower people and redefine how work gets done at scale. We're inside a major paradigm shift that's calling for leaders to  reimagine the relics of old and create a future where people can do the best work of their lives (in and out of the office).Today we're thrilled to share the mic with Brian Elliot, who sees a Future of Work that inspires us and many others. He's spent three decades leading teams and building companies as a startup CEO, at Google, and at Slack where he was Senior VP. Brian also is the author of "How The Future Works". A blueprint for using flexible work to unlock the potential of your people, and championing the new age belief that by letting go, leaders and companies will get more back than they ever thought possible. If you're a leader at any level, at any organization, thinking about important topics like burnout, employee well-being, diversity, hybrid and remote work, there is a wealth of knowledge dropped in this 45min episode with the research backed best practices for redesigning work to be more flexible, inclusive, and connected.MORE ABOUT BRIANBrian Elliot is an Advisor, Speaker, Builder, Best-Selling Author, Co-founder of Future Forum and former Exec at Slack & Google. He has spent three decades leading teams and building companies as a startup CEO, as a product leader at Google, and now at Slack where he is a Senior VP. Brian started his career at Boston Consulting Group, and earned his MBA from Harvard Business School. His work has been published in Harvard Business Review, Fortune, and the Economist, and he is co-author of How The Future Works: Leading Flexible Teams to Do the Best Work of Their Lives.  Brian is a proud father of two young men.CONNECT WITH BRIANLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belliott/Future Forum: https://futureforum.com/The Book: https://a.co/d/aOO3fhVCONNECT WITH OWL & KEYwww.owlandkey.cowww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/linktr.ee/owlandkey

Being busy isn't always productive. It's not a badge of honor. And it's not really what you want. A full plate and calendar brings a surplus of stress and depletion of energy.By slowly unwinding from the installed belief that continuing to do more will produce a healthy and fruitful life, and discerning what is absolutely essential to you, then eliminating everything that is not, will allow you to make the highest possible contribution and impact toward the things that really matter in your life.In this episode Krista and Phil discuss the unraveling of their stories of "not enoughness", and practicing more essentialism in their lives, while offering perspective on how we can all find more peace in doing less to do more.

Today we're going to be talking about a topic that's made its way into the mainstream called Gaslighting. I'm so thrilled to be sharing space with one of the world's leading expert on the subject, and who actually coined the term Gaslight Effect, with Dr. Robin Stern. She has spent the majority of her amazing 30+ year career as a psychoanalyst treating individuals, couples, and families, while exploring the depths of what it truly means to feel.We're going to talk about what Gaslighting really is, what it isn't, who's susceptible to being Gaslighted, and the expert advice on how you can heal from emotional abuse to reclaim your authentic power. To really be your authentic self. MORE ABOUT ROBINDr. Robin Stern is the co-founder and associate director for the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and has 30 years of experience as a licensed psychoanalyst. She is the author of The Gaslight Effect: How to Spot and Survive the Hidden Manipulation Others Use to Control Your Life and The Gaslight Effect Recovery Guide: Your Personal Journey Toward Healing from Emotional Abuse. Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobinSSternFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drrobinsternCONNECT WITH OWL & KEYwww.owlandkey.cowww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/linktr.ee/owlandkey

In this episode Krista and Phil sit down and dive deep into the most fundamental practice they know — The Art of Reflection.A tool and practice used widely in the work through Owl & Key and woven deeply into their everyday life, these simple prompts do something for us that we rarely take time for. To collect and interpret the data of our lives in order to build the relationship we desire with all of our experiences. "What are you proud of?"A simple and deeply effective question to gift yourself the healthy pause to take stock on self, maybe celebrate a bit, giving yourself a much needed pat on the back. Or the chance to do something different tomorrow and chart a new path forward. Anything that comes from this sacred space is worth it. And we hope that you find yourself in these vulnerable and open reflections in this episode on UNLOCKED.CONNECT WITH OWL & KEY:www.owlandkey.cowww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/linktr.ee/owlandkey

“A hero is one who heals their own wounds and then shows others how to do the same”― Yung Pueblo, InwardThrough exploring our edges, the unknowns of our own inner landscape, we can learn so much about ourselves, each other, and everything all at once. It's a courageous journey to go here with oneself and explore what may have provided pain in the past, and a lesson we still have yet to unearth to align with our capital T - truest self.Tim Sae Koo is a forever student. Devoted to the path of helping to ignite consciousness in leaders, entrepreneurs, and creators through transformational experiences, specifically plant medicine ceremonies and intentional psychedelic experiences. After founding and exiting his own start-up, he now pours his heart in service as Program Director, Awakening Leadership at Reunion, where he brings his experience hosting and facilitating dozens of transformational plant medicine retreats with leaders from all over the world.MORE ABOUT TIMTim loves to offer his gifts of playing medicine music and sounds in sacred ceremonies, DJ-ing ecstatic dances, and facilitating workshops and masterminds that weave spirituality into leadership, as well as holding group integration circles and 1:1 mentoring.One of Tim's bold ambitions is to share, with reverence, this sacred medicine work with world leaders so a new paradigm in how we co-create solutions to planetary problems is done with deep respect, tenderness, reciprocity, and unconditional love.CONNECT WITH TIMhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/timsaekoo/https://www.timsaekoo.com/https://www.reunioncostarica.org/CONNECT WITH OWL & KEYwww.owlandkey.cowww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/linktr.ee/owlandkey

It's a common misconception that we need to do big, bold actions toward audacious goals to live the most fulfilling life. But that's just not true. In fact, it's quite the opposite. And thank goodness. Because like you, we're all just real people, living really busy lives, and most often, we only have a little time for each of our priorities. Our guest today, Miranda Alcaraz, is an inspiring example of how little intentional actions done consistently lead us to achieve what we want most. Something is more than nothing, and that's enough.  In her own life, she's used this philosophy to co-found Street Parking, a multi-million dollar global fitness and lifestyle brand, with her husband Julian all while birthing and raising their three young boys and maintaining incredible wellness for herself.  She shares this philosophy and her authentic stories with her growing global community of Street Parking members and fans who want to take control of their fitness. She, along with her team, makes it easy and inviting to prioritize fitness every day and to feel confident in the process, which ultimately leads to the greatest success - wellness.  I've personally been working with the Street Parking program for 4 years, and it's been the ONE resource that has kept me consistent and frankly, physically well during that time. But the impacts of this philosophy stretch far beyond my fitness and have influenced all areas of my life.  We trust that hearing Miranda's stories will inspire you in your own lifestyle design as much as she's inspired our life's journey. We highly encourage you to head on over to the links in the show notes to follow her inspiring work in the world. MORE ABOUT MIRANDAMiranda Alcaraz has spent over half her life in the fitness world, including 8 years on CrossFit HQ seminar staff and 8 years competing in CrossFit. In 2016, she founded Street Parking with her husband, Julian Alcaraz. Together, and now with a growing team, they've built a multi-million dollar operation supporting 36,000+ community members around the world. The stories of physical transformation and wellness are endless. Miranda and Julian do all of this while raising their three sons and caring for their own wellbeing to an inspiring level. Follow along on their journey at the links below. ​​https://www.instagram.com/fearlessmiranda/https://streetparking.com/pages/meet-the-coaches MORE ABOUT STREET PARKINGThe Street Parking program has been designed to provide those with limited time, space, or equipment the tools they need to make fitness a part of their daily life. https://www.streetparking.comhttps://www.instagram.com/streetparking/CONNECT WITH OWL & KEY:www.owlandkey.cowww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/linktr.ee/owlandkey

We all want  to feel as though we are the masters of our destiny, and in some regards that IS true. But life is not a single player game. In fact, it never has been, and everything is inextricably connected far beyond our comprehension. But what does that mean for us, and our journey in life? What role do we play? How do we play it?In this episode Krista and Phil discuss the grand illusion of control, and a life philosophy that they've adopted called — Holding an open hand. As simple (and as hard) as it sounds, living with an open hand will simultaneously challenge you and also set you free.Due to some audio hiccups during this interview, we do apologize for the subtle difference in the recording  quality a little over halfway through. Thanks, friends! CONNECT WITH OWL & KEY:www.owlandkey.cowww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/linktr.ee/owlandkey

I want you to close your eyes for a moment. Zoom out on your life. Look at it from a birds'-eye view. What do you see? Where are you living with intention and purpose? Where are you living out of alignment? In those places where you're living in your truth, what kind of impact are you making on the people and things around you? In the areas where you're not in alignment, what's the impact there? What you may observe is that where you are living with intention and purpose, you are making a much more meaningful impact on the world around you. And where you're living out of alignment, you may be making smaller waves and/or potentially even a negative impact. Our guest today, Jess Smith, lives on purpose. In every aspect of life. Among many other roles, she is primarily a mom of two, a wife, industry leader in sports and the Head of Revenue for the Angel City Football Club. She is paving the way for what impact can look like at scale in sport. Jess joins us today to share her strategies and stories for how she leads with purpose and prioritizes her time for the greatest impact in all areas of her life. My favorite story, in particular, weaves her entire life's journey together and exemplifies the true ripple effect she is making on the world around her. Be sure to listen until the end where she talks about leading a breakout session on the valuation of women in sports for hundreds of industry change-makers during an ESPNW event - all while holding her three-year-old daughter on her hip.Jess has many stories of impact. Our conversation just scratches the surface of what she's doing in the world and what's to come. Be sure to head on over to the links below to follow along on her journey and to get to know the massive impact that she and Angel City are having on sports, the Los Angeles community and the world. MORE ABOUT JESSJess Smith is Head of Revenue for Angel City. She currently oversees sponsorship, ticketing, operations, and data. Responsible for the club's purpose driven partnership model, Smith has a passion for creating revenue streams with intent. The Angel City partnership model boasts 10% of each partnership benefiting equity, essentials, or education. Prior to Angel City, Smith held leadership positions within MLS, NHL and MLB with the San Jose Earthquakes, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Oakland Athletics. She holds an MSA from Ohio University and BA from SUNY Oswego. She is a proud mom to two young daughters, Kipton and Vaughn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicascott/https://www.instagram.com/jessicashazzam/MORE ABOUT ANGEL CITYAngel City FC's story starts in July 2020, when the club announced that it would take the field in 2022 as the newest team in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). With an ownership group led by actor and activist Natalie Portman, technology venture capitalist Kara Nortman, media and gaming entrepreneur Julie Uhrman, and tech entrepreneur and venture capitalist Alexis Ohanian.ACFC isn't just another football club; it's a mission-driven organization with impact built into its business structure. Under the club's unique sponsorship model, 10% of each corporate partner's contribution goes to a community organization. Since its inception, the club has been forming deep roots in the LA community through its outreach and impact work, which includes initiatives in education, food security, sports equity, LGBTQ+ and gender equality, and more.https://www.angelcity.com/https://www.instagram.com/weareangelcity/

Throughout our lives we will all experience hard things. Some of us will go through different versions of "hard", and most of us will go through this cycle multiple times. So if this is unavoidable, what can you do to prepare yourself for when life feels too hard?CONNECT WITH OWL & KEY:www.owlandkey.cowww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/linktr.ee/owlandkey

How often are you focused on what's not going well or what's not enough in your life? Quite often, right? We're naturally wired to find the gaps, the problems, the challenges to keep us safe and stable. Unfortunately, that mental programming can influence the trajectory of our lives.  What if you could rewire that thought pattern? Not by dismissing the challenges but by pairing that thinking with what's going well. And over time, you reprogram your thinking to naturally, effortlessly reflect on the challenges and what's going well, equally. Sounds ideal, right? Our guest today, Steph Hauser, and her husband, Ben, developed this practice for themselves and their family in the most dire of life experiences. Their son, Zev, was born very unexpectedly at 23 weeks gestation, which is under the current age of viability for sustaining life outside the womb.  From day one, when they were told again and again that their son would not survive for so many reasons, Steph and Ben continued to flank any devastating news with, “Yes, thank you. Now, tell me what's good.” That resilient question not only brought light to every conversation, but it instilled massive hope in the journey.  “Tell me what's good” became a life philosophy, a mantra, a way of being.  It's a practice that we wanted Steph to share with you all today. Be prepared for a story of “survival, surrender and hope,” as Steph puts it. Be prepared for your life to feel different immediately after listening to Steph's words of pure honesty and inspiration.  Steph and Ben are a testament to what's possible when you are intentional and committed to your lifestyle design. They are a shining light of hope and possibility for us all. MORE ABOUT STEPH: Stephanie Hauser is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of 4those, a nonprofit dedicated to bringing healing, hope, and possibility to families who have experienced the journey around extreme prematurity. She is also the host of The Zev Project podcast, which first tells the story of her son Zev, born at 23 weeks, and the incredible and impossible odds he fought to overcome and the hope they reclaimed in the process. Using a key strategy in her life that she calls “Tell Me What's Good,” Stephanie explores how hope and surrender upset the common narrative and provide a more balanced and engaged posture when faced with some of life's biggest challenges. Through the nonprofit, the podcast, and a forthcoming book, Stephanie aims to encourage others in their own difficult journeys to believe in possibility, reminding them that there is beauty and abundance to be had along the hard road. Stephanie lives in northern Colorado with her family of four boys ages 6-and-under, and co-owns FOX•DOG COFFEE, a local coffee shop dedicated to loving, serving, and inspiring their community in radical ways, with her kick-ass husband, Ben.CONNECT WITH STEPH:https://www.instagram.com/sd_hauser/https://www.thezevproject.com/https://www.instagram.com/thezevproject/https://www.4those.org/https://www.instagram.com/4thoseorg/CONNECT WITH OWL & KEY:www.owlandkey.cowww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/linktr.ee/owlandkey

Quantum physics states that mass and energy are interchangeable, and consequently that mass is merely a manifestation of energy. This means that everything, including humans, is energy stored in mass particle form. Put simply...Everything — Including the Human Body — is Made of Energy.Krista and I have gone pretty deep in exploring self, health, and healing over the last decade, and this has certainly claimed a spot at the top of my charts, and has sparked my interest to continue to go deeper.Recently, through a series of personal growth journeys and network connections, I was introduced to our guest, Jeremy Stich. Jeremy and I exchanged conversations for weeks leading up to our time together onsite at the Ammortal Institute in Lexington, Kentucky where I was invited to experience a very unique wellness modality that merges cutting-edge, evidence-based science with ancient wisdom to activate, align and revitalize the body and mind, through the use of electric and magnetic fields.The term Bio-Energetics is likely going to be a new one for most who are listening, but surprisingly, this practice has been around since the late 1800's. Bioenergetics is a field in biochemistry and cell biology that concerns energy flow through living systems. And in the early 1900s, energy pioneers like Tesla and Lakhovsky recognized the tremendous effect electrical fields and biofields impart on biological life (from insects to humans). Now, the scientific community is revisiting these powerful sciences, ushering in exciting and societally beneficial developments, being pioneered by folks like Jeremy and his team at Ammortal.What was experienced onsite with Jeremy was a complete recharge, literal energy currents flowing through my nervous system and body, holding a device in my hands that looked like a glowing crystal ball, to recalibrate the "kinks" and imbalances of my being down the cellular level. A fascinating journey.In this episode we talk about Jeremy's seminole life experiences that lead him to this field of wellness, the science behind it all, what's happening in the body during a treatment, the theory of manifestation, and so many more brilliant pieces of wisdom that anyone can apply to their own health, healing, and lifestyle.MORE ABOUT DR. JEREMY STICHReformed ER physician, Jeremy Stich, began his healthcare journey in emergency medicine before several personal and familial health-related experiences led him to seek alternative ways to pursue health. Thinking outside the box, Jeremy gained experience in precision genetics, several entrepreneurial endeavors, consulting, wellness technology, and eastern medicine training, to name a few.  Creator of the BioEnergetic Institute and currently serving as the CMO for Ammortal, Inc., Jeremy is able to bring his unique blend of eastern and western medicine and a deep understanding of quantum physics to patients.CONNECT WITH DR. JEREMY STICHhttps://www.ammortalinstitute.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-stich-47368b144/CONNECT WITH OWL & KEYwww.owlandkey.cowww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/linktr.ee/owlandkey

Something magical happens in the presence of deeply nourishing relationships. Inversely, pain and drain can happen in the presence of toxic, non-reciprocal relationships. Don't be afraid to do a drives & drains audit on your relationships. Be intentional about who you spend time with, because the quality of your life depends on it.We've all heard the statement, "You're the product of the five people you spend the most time with". Crazy enough, it's true. And for some reason, unlike that of fitness, nutrition, and mental health, our culture has yet to prop up "community" as a pillar of holistic well-being. Further (like most of the wildly important aspects of living) we aren't taught the skills and strategies in order to create healthy relationships from childhood and into adulthood. In this episode we dive into why community is in fact one of the main drivers for health and growth. We debunk outdated myths about making friends as you age. Share helpful strategies for how you can really invest in building lasting, symbiotic relationships that serve everyone. And the always challenging topic of setting clear and confident boundaries.CONNECT WITH OWL & KEY:www.owlandkey.cowww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/linktr.ee/owlandkey

Our guest today has been deeply immersed in the world of medicines and healing from a very young age. With an upbringing and family health secret that has shaped her very being, and shot her on a trajectory path that now has her helping people all over the world become their own healers, and embody thriving health!Bianca Abbott is a Holistic Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychedelic therapy, a transformational wellness coach, creator of Detox + Fasting Program LunaFast, and kundalini yoga therapist. Her background in functional and integrative medicine merge Eastern and Western practices empowering people to embody thriving health.In this episode we walk through powerful topics and stories like how Bianca saved her mother's life​, the healing of traumas, her education in western medicine and exploration of eastern modalities, ketamine therapy, and more.MORE ABOUT BIANCAI received a Bachelor's in Psychology from @eckerdlife, a post-bacc pre-med from @columbia, a Bachelor's in Nursing from @nyuniversity, and a Master's in Nursing from @univmiami. I am the co-founder of @thelunafast, a virtual holistic fasting program that has helped 1000+ people fast and detox around the world. By combining the LunaFast with psychedelic therapy, kundalini yoga, nutrition, functional integrative medicine, and more, I create a personalized program for my clients to heal at the root and tap into their inner physician!

Grace Zuncic is the Chief People & Impact Officer at Cotopaxi, among many other meaningful roles she holds in her current season of life. She joins Cotopaxi from Chobani, where she served for a decade in various executive leadership roles that shepherded the people, impact and culture work of the company as Chief People & Culture Officer and SVP/Corporate Development & Strategy.And in this conversation we touch topics that span the spectrum from energetic flow to the future of work. Grace generously shares her reflections from big transition points in her life and what she's found essential to cross the chasm of change. How aligning your values with your authentic action can lead to amazing outcomes. The next version CHRO and how these people leaders will become the new life force for companies. And more about how Cotopaxi is taking a unique stance on the brand's goal of giving back and doing good, internally and globally.MORE ABOUT GRACE:Grace Zuncic joined Cotopaxi full-time in the fall of 2022 as their first Chief People and Impact Officer. She joins Cotopaxi from Chobani, where she served for a decade in various executive leadership roles that shepherded the people, impact and culture work of the company as Chief People & Culture Officer and SVP/Corporate Development & Strategy. Prior to Chobani, Grace worked as an investment advisor at Goldman Sachs. She brings to Cotopaxi a passion for people, mission, process and culture in high-growth and dynamic environments. A proud Central NY native, Grace now resides outside of New York City. She and her husband Eric have two young children and spend all their free time with them in the outdoors, hiking, skiing, playing basketball and volunteering in their local community. Grace received a B.A. in Philosophy and Political Science from Boston College, and an MBA from Harvard Business School. CONNECT WITH GRACE:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracezuncic/https://www.cotopaxi.com/pages/about-usCONNECT WITH OWL & KEY:www.owlandkey.cowww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/linktr.ee/owlandkey

Life is energy in motion. And your energy defines you. Everything you are, do and become in life depends on how you relate to and manage your own energy. "What we have called matter is energy, whose vibration has been so lowered as to be perceptible to the senses. There is no matter. " - Albert EinsteinEnergy consciousness helps us remember that we are all energy and everything is energy. Our thoughts, emotions, words, actions, experiences, behaviors, physical bodies, and all the surrounds us. It's energy. We cannot create or remove energy, but we can direct it and transform it. If we become aware and know how.And in the the ever-changing reality we live in, where energy is constantly transforming all around us every day, we have to adapt to and work with that evolution both inside and outside of ourselves. So how can you start? With your attention, you can focus the energy. With your intention, you can form it and direct the flow.  The outcomes you desire are all found in these practices. In this episode we dive deep into some practical ways in which anyone can become more energy conscious through real-life examples and actions we've taken with the energy of our lives, and the outcomes we've seen come from honing these skills of guiding and transforming that energy.

This one is special, my friends. Settle in and let's talk for a minute about death and then life. In that order.Not something you likely think about each day, or at all, death that is. And I'm certain that many of you listening today haven't had a sudden reckoning with your own mortality. It's not something I would ever wish on anyone in life, to stare directly at the end of your rope, especially before you're ready, and find out what it truly feels like to not have the time left to experience all the things you've always wanted. Our guest today is Jason Tharp. He is the Chief Creative Dreamer at Wonderville Studios, author and illustrator of many popular children's books, a public speaker, husband, father, brain cancer survivor, patient advocate, and a human being trying his best to wander and wonder through life's imperfections.Jason's epic story of death and a rebirth from his sudden and unexpected bout with brain cancer will shed light on so many topics that we all deal with in our everyday lives. We dive into Jason's origins and childhood stories that shaped the majority of his adult life, the seizure that started it all, the emotional whirlwind of eventually finding out he had brain cancer, the phone call that shifted everything, and the death of a version of himself in order to truly begin living his life.From this seminole experience Jason's found a mission to encourage all people to ponder their dreams, examine their perceptions, and inspire everyone to rewrite their stories. He hopes others will see themselves in his journey, take it to the heart, and be inspired enough to change a life.Healing takes a lifetime. But living can happen today. MORE ABOUT JASON:On July 12, 2021, Jason had a seizure which led to the discovery of a grade 4 glioblastoma… and an awakening that Jason wasn't looking for— or was he? After a lifetime of struggling with negative thoughts and perceptions including self-loathing, weight issues, bullying, playing a victim, self-sabotage, and a bad mental attitude, Jason experienced the clarity that comes with a brain tumor. He became driven to share his story to help and inspire others.  Jason's mission is to encourage people to ponder their dreams, examine their perceptions, and inspire them to rewrite their stories. He hopes others will see themselves in his journey, take them to heart, and be inspired enough to take action in their own lives. Jason Tharp is the author and illustrator of many children's books, a popular public speaker, husband, father, brain cancer survivor, patient advocate, and a human trying his best to wander and wonder through life's imperfections. CONNECT WITH JASON & WONDERVILLE STUDIOS:https://www.jasontharp.comwww.wondervillestudios.comhttps://www.facebook.com/wondervillestudioshttps://www.instagram.com/wondervillestudios/CONNECT WITH OWL & KEY:http://www.owlandkey.cohttp://www.instagram.com/owl_and_key/http://linktr.ee/owlandkey

This conversation is ALL about learning to listen to your heart, and discovering how to trust the calls from within in order to live in alignment with the ultimate version of yourself.  For so many we feel lost in the hustle and bustle of life. We're led down a path that is setup for us by family, relationships, society, culture, and materialistic items that drive us to find our "successes" in life outside of ourselves. Sometimes we need to stop, give ourselves the necessary space, to slow down, and ask ourselves some tough questions like, are we living a life we've designed or a life we've assumed? These are some deep yet powerful questions we had the pleasure of discussing on this episode with Salman Hatta. Salman is an incredible human and a multidimensional transformational artist who travels the world inspiring people to break free from their limits, while being an example to those looking to live a life of expression, purpose and alignment. Salman shares his transformational story of growing up and achieving many successes after graduating from Wharton and embarking on a very successful career. And still, after all of his material accomplishments, he experienced a deep knowing that something was missing. He felt disconnected from himself, and knew there was something more.There's a famous quote by Robin Sharma, that wraps up this conversation in such a simple and succinct way, that says,“The mind is a wonderful servant, but a terrible master.” In order for any of us to fully discover and realize our potential through all this life has to offer, we must first get out of the way of the mind. And fully send ourselves into the guidance and direction of our hearts.MORE ABOUT SALMAN:Salman is a multidimensional transformational coach, facilitator, and experience producer who travels the world inspiring individuals to break free from self-imposed limits and see the world from a lens of possibility, love, and freedom. Formerly an investment banker and tech professional with an Ivy League MBA, his fancy degrees and jet-setting corporate life made way for a spiritual awakening, and he is now a bridge for changemakers and other professionals to lead a life of personal expression, purpose and alignment while also achieving their business dreams.Currently, Salman is the Journey Director for 1heart Journeys, a weeklong plant medicine retreat based in Costa Rica for heart-led leaders to experience life-changing breakthroughs and transformations. He is also a transformational mindset and performance coach, working with leaders and CEOs to produce impactful and lasting change in their personal and professional lives through belief rewiring, flow state access, and embodiment practices that release limitations to their ultimate potential. He has studied and works with different modalities to influence personal growth, including breathwork, psychoactive and non-psychoactive plants, music, and movement. Salman has trained with The Third Wave Psychedelic Coaching Program, Somatic Breathwork, International School of Temple Arts, Flow Mastery, and Joe Dispenza, and has worked with various plant medicine modalities including nearly 100 ceremonies with ayahuasca.CONNECT WITH SALMAN:Linktree: http://linktr.ee/salmanhattaWebsite: https://www.salmanhatta.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.shalman1Heart Journeys: https://www.1heart.com/Spirit Luminous Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpiritLuminousBaliDJ Shalman: https://soundcloud.com/djshalman

Have you ever looked at your big plans with absolutely NO idea how you will accomplish them or even start to move them forward? Facing that unknown with complete trust and heart can feel like an impossibility at times. But after listening to today's guest, you will have a whole new relationship with those moments and your big plans.Amber Zaricor, our guest for today's podcast, lives with the motto "Big Plans, Open Hands." She shares how she's faced many moments of adversity in her lifestyle design journey. But by leaning into her heart and her faith over and over again, she has been able to build a truly inspiring and impactful lifestyle. Your own life will be positively influenced by simply listening to Amber's energy in this conversation. Or as Amber puts it - your cup will be full.Amber is a small town girl with a heart of gold doing big things in the world. After starting her career in a fast-paced, corporate environment where people were not prioritized, Amber "accidentally quit" - a fun story there - and set out to find who she really is and what matters most to her. From that new awareness, she's made some bold moves in her life, constantly stretching to bigger plans, but always in alignment with her authentic personality and true values. As she shares, her journey wasn't always easy, but sometimes sitting in the bad is where you grow the most if you let go and let life take you where you are meant to go.Since that day when she leapt into the unknown, Amber has let her heart guide the way. She has started her own business, Copperheart Creative, where she pours into her clients and team while designing the "heart" into every brand through powerful storytelling. She's gone on to launch a thoughtful podcast featuring those clients and their work. She hosts a self-care conference called Fill Your Cup. She's about to leap into the next big unknown - motherhood! And throughout it all, she has maintained her loving, positive spirit, which you will feel in this episode.MORE ABOUT AMBER:Amber is a small-town girl who loves people and gives her whole heart to the world. She moved to Nashville to do just that and is now listed amongst The Top 10 Designers in Tennessee.  Amber's heart comes through in the naming of her Nashville-based branding agency Copperheart Creative, where she leads a team in building brands through powerful and meaningful storytelling.  Amber discovered that her super power was serving clients and connecting people through design all while keeping the heart of the clients in every aspect of her work.Amber is also the co-founder of the Fill Your Cup Conference -- a one-day event for career women to rest, connect, and rediscover their passion. She also created a podcast, Small Business Big Heart, where she shares the inspiring stories of real business owners.In her free time Amber enjoys filling her cup by journaling, being outdoors, growing in her faith with God, and spending time with her husband and family. Her heart will also be expanding immensely as she welcomes her first child soon!CONNECT WITH AMBER:http://amberzaricor.com/aboutCopper Heart: http://smallbusinessbigheart.com/Podcast: http://smallbusinessbigheart.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amberzaricor/Fill Your Cup: https://www.fillyourcupconference.com/CONNECT WITH OWL & KEY:www.owlandkey.cowww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/linktr.ee/owlandkey

The topic for today's conversation is all about getting to know what you really need. And for most of us (at some point along the way) we either don't know what these things are...or we do, and can't seem to find a way of integrating those needs into our lifestyles. It's all normal and expected. Because it's not a skill we are taught, self-care that is, nor has it been something that's celebrated or rewarded in cultures and workplaces to date. It's just something we have to figure out as we go. And in order to do so, to find out what truly fills our cup, there has to be space in your life. Physical "space"...yes...but even more importantly, energetic space, emotional and mental space, spiritual space, and time space. All for the opportunity to step back, reflect, slow it down a bit, and find the clues in life's data that we are all experiencing each and every day.There's a famous quote we love that has made it into our work here at Owl & Key, from John Dewey, who was an American philosopher and psychologist, and he says..."We do not learn from the experience itself, we learn from reflecting on experience"Our guest today is such a radiant human being. A wife, mother, a business and people leader at one of the nation's largest home builders, M/I Homes, and much more. Reyna Estrada recently had the opportunity to create the space in her life by experiencing Strategic Planning for Life at M/I Homes, where she was able to discover and implement profound unlocks that will not only influence her ability to positively impact and lead at work, but also to lead herself to being holistically well in all areas of her life.Reyna's story is full of beautiful reflections and positive change that we can all learn from and be inspired by. Her journey of fully embracing herself and stepping into what she needs to better serve others, is sure to impact folks out there who are listening.And if you, your teams, or your organization are interested in learning more about the experience Reyna and her team shared, please drop us a line to learn more about the  business solutions at Owl & Key has to offer.MORE ABOUT REYNA:Reyna Estrada has a passion for Real Estate; she has been with M/I Homes since 2008 and has 20 years of experience in the new home building industry. As a National Internet Sales Manager, she supports a passionate team mission to serve customers on their online home buying journey with world-class service and authenticity. Reyna built her first and second home, so she knows how many questions there are during the process. She has a sincere purpose for helping people accomplish their dreams. Originally from Honduras and settled in North Carolina back in 2000, Reyna is the second oldest of ten siblings. She loves world traveling and enjoys volunteering in her community. She has been married for 22 years to her best friend, Richard. They have two lovely daughters, Isabella and Gabriella, and two four-legged babies: Lilly and Simba.CONNECT WITH REYNA:For Homebuilding Industry: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reynaestradaPersonal & World Travel: www.facebook.com/reyna.estrada.756Daily Story: https://instagram.com/reyna.p.estrada  CONNECT WITH OWL & KEY:www.owlandkey.cowww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/https://www.youtube.com/@owlandkeylinktr.ee/owlandkey

How many goals have you set for yourself that just haven't been realized? We've all been there at some point. When we desire something new, or know there's more, but unsure how to make those shifts practically happen in our day-to-day lives.We have a core belief that sits at the foundation of all of our work/life here at Owl & Key, that breaks down into two very distinct phases.Phase One: AwarenessIs knowing yourself deeply. Discovering the fundamental truths inside of you. The inner wisdom.Phase Two: IntegrationApplying this inner wisdom to your lifestyle through the continual process of reflection and integration. And one cannot exist without the other. Awareness needs integration and Integration needs awareness. It's the art of living.  The balance between going inside and coming back out into the world. This practice is learned over time, and the integration phase is the application of your knowledge learned over time. Without that applied knowledge, you cannot change. Thus nothing in your life will change. In this episode our founders, Krista and Phil Franks, connect to discuss the specific philosophies of integration as it relates to Owl & Key's frameworks, strategic tactics, personal life experiences, and sustainable systems that they've created to support their intentional lifestyle design for nearly a decade. CONNECT WITH OWL & KEYwww.owlandkey.cowww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/https://www.youtube.com/@owlandkeylinktr.ee/owlandkey

This conversation you're about to hear is about connection. It's about truth. Finding peace in the unknown. Surrender. Healing. And experiencing the benefits of trusting the real currency of life, that can lead anyone to a life full of purpose, fulfillment, and wealth.What brought our guest, Ba Minuzzi, to us (and us to Ba), inspiring this connection and conversation, was the pure energy and authenticity she radiates from her mission of redefining wealth through purpose-driven efforts (in every area of her life) that will inevitably create a legacy for the generations to come. Ba has experienced true wealth, and now helps others find their own way in discovering what it means to be "rich".  In this episode Ba shares:Her reflections from her journey to the US from her homeland of BrazilHer many entrepreneurial paths, pitfalls, and successesThe seminole moment when she cracked her shell and began experiencing life to the fullestHer profound healing work and the modalities that have been influential in her outcomesStrategies and practices anyone can use to employ more flow in their lifeThe unforeseen yet beautiful road to motherhoodand much, much moreMORE ABOUT BAUMANA is led by Ba Minuzzi,  a self-made entrepreneur, who leads conscious investing  and wealth management for high-net-worth celebrity clients. With UMANA, Ba is redefining wealth through purpose-driven efforts that will create a legacy for the next generation.Preserve wealth or create wealth? Ba believes there's a third option. Apart from wealth preservation and wealth creation, there is wealth redefinition. UMANA is pioneer in the concept of purpose-driven family office and is revolutionizing the wealth management industry. At UMANA Family, Ba primarily focus is to create wealth aligned with one's values. As of today, UMANA's current AUM is over $370M.UMANA House of Funds focuses on our venture capital investments and has been part of some of the most premium deals in the U.S.  Only 15% of decision-makers (partners) at VC firms are women in the U.S. Black women make up 1%, while LatinX women represent 0%. No coincidence that Ba has been lauded for "breaking all the rules" and "rocking male-dominated Silicon Valley" by various mainstream publications. Ba is the 1st Latina to be founder and sole GP (decision-maker) of a venture capital firm in Silicon Valley. Last but not least, Ba co-leads UMANA Venture Studio (UVS), a brand creation and match-making boutique, re-imagining the relationship between influential individuals and purpose-driven brands. The first brand built and launched by UVS is the delicious hazelnut spread, tbh, in partnership with GenZ Stranger Things actor, Noah Schnapp.CONNECT WITH BAhttps://www.umana.family/https://www.ducontra.ventures/https://www.instagram.com/baminuzzihttps://www.linkedin.com/in/baminuzzi/https://www.snacktbh.com/https://www.giveback.social/https://linkin.bio/earthspeedCONNECT WITH OWL & KEYwww.owlandkey.cowww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/linktr.ee/owlandkey

There's often some confusion and mystery when we speak about the "true self". And rightfully so. What is it? Where is it? How do I discover my true self? All questions we've asked ourselves along the journey of life.Collectively we've drifted away from our fundamental knowing of our truths as a species. Our cultures and constructs have created false versions of self that entangle us in stories and identities. Images of self formed for us by our families, friends, and culture. They are codified by the collective's ideas of success, sex, wealth, our occupation, the things we own, the things we wear and the amount of influence or power we wield. And reinforced by the mind. These external things, and our relationship with the ego, form the false self. They are external beliefs and identities that we put on like a coat. Many, many layers of coats.So in a sense, our work is not adding anything new, but rather remembering what has been there all along. The self that never left us, but has been covered up by the layers of life. The deep work is taking those layers off, unzipping the coats one by one, and shedding the skins of assumption to begin living in harmony and alignment with your essence. That peaceful state of being where love guides all.Our founders, Krista and Phil Franks, have spent the last decade doing deep work on themselves to better understand their truths, their purpose, and much, much more. In this episode they sit down to chat and reflect on some of the most important modalities (well-being practices), they've employed to do this instrumental work in their lives that has helped to manifest things such as Owl & Key! Some might surprise you with their simplicity, and others you may be intrigued to learn more. If that's the case, reach out and let us know, we would love to connect on this topic and beyond.CONNECT WITH OWL & KEYwww.owlandkey.cowww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unlocked/id1576289623https://www.youtube.com/@owlandkeylinktr.ee/owlandkey

You may be very aware of the talents and skills you possess, but are you crystal clear on your genius? Many of us are not. This is because our unique genius comes so naturally that we may overlook it as the actual superpower it really is. Knowing your strengths is such an asset, but understanding your genius gives you a radical focus for your life.  Our amazingly talented guest today, Chanel Dokun, shares her valuable knowledge on what it means to find your flickers of genius so that you can live life authentically through that lens. Showing up with your unique genius can make a lasting ripple effect everywhere you go. Nurturing your genius helps broaden that ripple effect on the world. Chanel helps us practically think about how to carve out time and space for ourselves to do that. She helps us release the guilt about creating that time knowing that ultimately, if we don't, we end up assuming the lives of others instead of thriving in our own authenticity.  Fill up your cup each day, friends. Make it indulgent. As Chanel shares, you are valuable, and you are worth it. And when you fill up your cup, you can go help fill up others', and that's one of the most valuable gifts you can share with the world. MORE ABOUT CHANELChanel is an Author,  Life Planner, and Relationship Expert trained in Marriage and Family Therapy. Through her speaking and coaching, women get clarity on their life purpose so they can unlock their potential and build a life they love.  In addition to working with clients one-on-one, she is the Co-Founder of Healthy Minds NYC, a thriving group therapy practice in Manhattan. Prior to her work in mental healthcare and coaching, she worked in publishing at Hearst Magazines. Her first book, Life Starts Now: How to Create the Life You've Been Waiting For, released in Fall 2022. She has been quoted in The New York Times, Real Simple, Essence, and more.  She loves drinking honey lavender lattes, volunteering with local entrepreneur organizations, and spending time with family. When not working, she splits her time between New York City and Atlanta with her psychiatrist husband and their adorable son.CONNECT WITH CHANELhttps://chaneldokun.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chaneldokun/https://www.facebook.com/chaneldokunllc/https://www.instagram.com/chanel.dokun/CONNECT WITH OWL & KEYwww.owlandkey.colinktr.ee/owlandkeywww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unlocked/id1576289623

At some point along the ride we've all heard or said the phrase, "It's easy being a kid". But is it really? We think not.The environments for our children are shaping them from the earliest onset of life. On the home front, at daycare, early education, social circles, the list of influences goes on and on and on as we age and become more aware. And that's how we grow, how we learn. But unfortunately, children at large have been left to "figure it out" the hard way without the necessary tooling and strategies to really understand what matters most...themselves. To truly discover and ignite their emotional intelligence, their creativity, their intuition, their trust and beliefs of self, and so much more.So what does it take to help a child become the creator of their destiny and avoid some of the modern pitfalls our youth are experiencing today?Our guest is Katherine Parker, Founder of Boundless Kids/Teens – a program dedicated to helping today's youths envision the future, set goals based on this vision and create a plan to start achieving their goals, one day at a time. And not in the ways that you might imagine.  MORE ABOUT KATHERINE:Katherine strives to live every part of her life around the mantra, “Yes, You Can!” This spirit is the driving force behind her Boundless journey. Her goal is to impact over ten thousand young people through the Boundless Kids Kamp, with at least half coming from inner cities and low-income households. She also aspires for the Boundless Kids Book to earn the title “best-seller” and reach the hands of fifty thousand children. Long-term, she anticipates the Boundless Ranch being known as one of the top 10 wellness hubs worldwide.Katherine Parker lives in Brentwood TN, just south of Nashville, though she thrives in the outdoors. Her hobbies include mountain climbing, camping, traveling, and documenting her adventures through photography. Some of her most exciting excursions include climbing Mt. Sherman – a 14er in Colorado – swimming in the cenotes of Tulum and taking a hot air balloon ride through the Denver skies. She is passionate about health and enjoys crafting a home-cooked meal and challenging herself with consistent, arduous workouts. Even in her spare time, Katherine is always striving to get 1% better each day by reading, learning, and absorbing new information.CONNECT WITH KATHERINE & BOUNDLESS KIDShttps://boundless.me/https://boundless.me/boundless-self/https://boundless.me/boundless-self/#panel2vhttps://boundless.me/boundless-self/#panel4vhttps://boundless.me/boundless-self/#panel3vhttps://boundless.me/boundless-adventures/https://boundless.me/boundless-kids/https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-parker-746379101/katherine@boundless.mehttps://www.instagram.com/kparke16/CONNECT WITH OWL & KEYwww.owlandkey.colinktr.ee/owlandkeywww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unlocked/id1576289623

​Often when we talk about living a life of intention, and it can easily be perceived that everything will then become easy or happy all the time. But in most cases when you choose intentionality, it requires the uncomfortable process of chipping away at the familiar comforts all around you. Intentionally disrupting your inner and outer experiences in order to live the life you desire.Our guest today is Hanna Balla, who is a seasoned lifestyle designer, an adventurous world traveler, an incredible human, and a dear friend. In this episode, Krista sits down with Hanna to discuss the topic of intentional disruption that's been bubbling to the surface for them both, and felt this connected conversation needed to be shared. We hope you enjoy, my friends.MORE ABOUT HANNACurrently at Google accelerating clean energy solutions for a more sustainable future.40 Under 40 Emerging Leader in Clean Energy.15 years leading customer experience, brand marketing, growth, and retention strategies to help businesses thrive. A seasoned Lifestyle Designer.  And one of the earliest Strategic Planning for Life community members. CONNECT WITH HANNAhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/hannaballa/https://www.instagram.com/hannaballa/CONNECT WITH OWL & KEYwww.owlandkey.colinktr.ee/owlandkeywww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unlocked/id1576289623

Consider these questions. Have you ever walked into a room and suddenly felt a change of energy or the shifting vibe of the room? Maybe a wave of sadness, happiness, or tension in the air. Or maybe you have had an intuition or hunch about something and it came true? Have you ever watched a show or seen a medium or psychic in person and wondered how on Earth is that even possible? The reality is these energetic insights are real, and we all have access to them. Whether tuning into our own energy or using our empathic abilities to better understand others, we all have the ability to tap into the energetic level. And when we honor these inner knowings and bring these insights into everyday life, our experience transforms. Our guest today, Lisa Noland, shows us how. In this episode, Lisa gives us a deep dive into her life's journey of finding her unique gifts and using her medium and physic abilities to help others on their own life paths. She talks about how we can set the intention for what energy we want to keep and what we can let go. She shares tips, tricks, and exercises to help change the energy in any room, and she talks us through how to tap into our own empathic energy, ultimately helping us to better connect with others. Lisa also shares her emotional story of going through breast cancer and a house fire all in the past year. While the year has been tough, she has an amazing attitude and outlook on life and shares a favorite philosophy of ours that she keeps top of mind - "how is this cancer happening FOR me, instead of to me?” Hearing her perspective on this is powerful. She guides us on how to seek the lesson in any situation to access our most rewarding learnings in life.  MORE ABOUT LISALisa is a Psychic Medium, Trance Channel, Certified Spiritual Advisor and Certified Master Teacher through the Lisa Williams International School of Spiritual Development.Lisa has dedicated her life to her work with spirit and over the past 10 years has shared this gift with clients all over the world.  Whether she is providing help and healing messages to those grieving the loss of a loved one or guiding clients through difficult areas of life, her deep compassion and desire for helping others heal has a transformational affect and creates life changing experiences. As a Medium, Lisa connects you to loved ones who have crossed over and are now in spirit.As a Psychic, Lisa provides life guidance around every day issues including, relationships, career, family and home, finances and health. As a Trance Channel, Lisa blends her energy with the Angelic and Universal realms and allows only the highest and greatest energies of these higher realms to come through.Lisa is available for Private Readings (In person, via phone, FaceTime or Skype) and for Group Parties or Corporate events. Lisa also teaches Psychic Development and Mediumship classes to help others recognize their gifts and empower others to find their truth. CONNECT WITH LISAhttps://lisanoland.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-noland-shalosky-145673a/https://www.facebook.com/LisaNolandPsychicMediumhttps://www.instagram.com/LisaNolandShalosky/CONNECT WITH OWL & KEYwww.owlandkey.colinktr.ee/owlandkeywww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unlocked/id1576289623

We all have a wonderful tool in our heads called...the brain. Our minds are such a powerful gift, yet it can also be our greatest demise. When used in overdrive, the mind will create an experience for us that is a facade of what we 'think' we want, rather than what we know we need.And inside of us all is also the ability to feel life. A sense of life beyond the form as we can interpret with our known senses. What some call intuition, energy, and frequency. It's arguably the most influential piece of our collective puzzle, and yet, we've tuned it out so much in modern culture and society. The pivotal choices are how much of each tool do we use? how? for what? and when?In this episode Krista and Phil dive into building a relationship with your intuition, understanding that your brain is a powerful tool, how you begin to experiment navigating the differences between the head and the heart, using each for unlocking your life inside and out, and providing real-time examples of this topic at work in their own lives. Find out more about Owl & Key and Strategic Planning for Life:www.owlandkey.cowww.owlandkey.co/courselinktr.ee/owlandkeywww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unlocked/id1576289623

We live in a very rushed society. We're constantly crushing through life's to-do's while also moving as quickly as possible to “what's next.” This is one of the most common topics we hear with new Strategic Planning for Life participants.  If you ever find yourself in that same rushed, high achieving situation, you'll resonate deeply with our guest today, Hannah McKee. She is a seasoned, successful marketing professional working with large, global companies. She's traveled the world, speaks multiple languages, and has led a wildly adventurous life. This woman knows very few bounds when it comes to accomplishing her goals. Each of those achievements, though, came with a bit of a “time stamp” and an expectation of exactly how it should happen.As Hannah started planning for 2022, she realized there was a bit of a gap. She wasn't sure what was next after the pandemic. She didn't necessarily know what should happen or when it should happen. That's when Hannah reached out to us about the Strategic Planning for Life program. Through her lifestyle design experience, she got clear on what she truly wants and how to prioritize her time in alignment with those things. She let go of the rush and started focusing on what was actually most important to her. And instead of defining goals like she always had in the past, she let time go completely and allowed her goals to unfold. Within a few months, she was settled in at a beach house with her family, living her best life, taking bike rides along the beach and visioning even further out into her future. And that's where we got to connect with her for this episode. As you can imagine, the internet at a beach house can get a little spotty. But, I think we can all agree that we're in full support of exchanging a bit of audio clarity for some incredible, best-life beach time. Enjoy the conversation, friends, and when you're finished, hop on over to the link in the show notes to connect with Hannah! And if you're wanting to learn more about how you can stop the rush, enjoy life's simple pleasures and live more of your best life, hop on over to owlandkey.co to connect with us. MORE ABOUT HANNAHHannah McKee is a recent Strategic Planning for Life grad. As we got to experience in Hannah's work, she fearlessly tries new things in life, constantly learning, evolving and ultimately, creating a sense of happiness for herself and others. She's a lifelong learner and achiever, but more than anything, she's constantly seeking genuine, diverse connections that lead to meaningful shared experiences. Whether she's working or playing, she brings a sense of joy and inspiration to everyone she meets. Professionally, she's a passionate leader driving marketing functions for the US and Latin American markets for some of the world's largest brands. And of course, she has an entrepreneurial spirit that has her adventuring into other opportunities when she's not doing all of that. Hannah is one to watch and connect with, as she is constantly inspiring others with her life's pursuits.  CONNECT WITH HANNAHOn LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-mckee-0a1a0024/CONNECT WITH OWL & KEYwww.owlandkey.cowww.owlandkey.co/courselinktr.ee/owlandkeywww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unlocked/id1576289623

What happens if we actually give ourselves the permission to say what we truly desire, regardless of how "crazy" or "absurd" it might seem in the moment, with a complete disregard for any and all perceived constraints? Then what happens when we write it all down, talk about it, and spend time with the possibility of these absurd ideas? In this episode we sit down to discuss one of our favorite practices in our lifestyle design work, and that's our absurd lists. This simple exercise, found in the Strategic Planning for Life framework, is designed to put the absurd ideas into focus and in your purview by implanting the subconscious mind to begin working for you, and looking for the gateways of how these ideas become possible.We talk about how we continue to do this in our own lifestyle, why it's so important to create the space to elevate your thinking and feeling, the outcomes after seeing the impossible become possible, some hot seat questions on our current absurd ideas, and how this simple thought exercise can change the way you live your life.Find out more about Owl & Key and Strategic Planning for Life:www.owlandkey.cowww.owlandkey.co/courselinktr.ee/owlandkeywww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unlocked/id1576289623

It's not often we get to meet someone who is as passionate about lifestyle design as we are. So when we meet someone who has been doing it for themselves, their partnership, their 7 children, 19 grandchildren, multiple businesses and a large community over the course of multiple decades, we want to hear all their wisdom. We figured you might also like to hear from them. Our guest today, Warren Rustand, is FULL of that wisdom. He and his wife have been practicing “life by design” since they met in their mid-20s. During their time together, they've raised a successful, happy, high-performing family while also balancing big responsibilities in their careers and community.  Warren has no small resume. He has created, led and grown many successful private, public and not-for-profit entities. He has also advised presidents and been recognized in the sports Hall of Fame. Most importantly, he and his wife have led a life of intention, and they've been able to see the ripple effects of their very focused, diligent actions. We feel fortunate to share with you what he has learned along the way. He gives us hope and excitement for the long-term benefits of lifestyle design while filling our tool belts with practical things we can do now in today's current landscape.  MORE ABOUT WARRENWarren Rustand is a husband, father, grandfather, an entrepreneur, corporate leader, educator, speaker and philanthropist. He received his undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Arizona where he was an academic all-american basketball player. In 1973 he was selected as a White House Fellow through a nationally competitive process. He was appointed as a Special Assistant to the Secretary of Commerce where he co-led the first-ever Executive Level Trade Mission to the Soviet Union. He then became Special Assistant to then Vice President Gerald Ford. In 1974, when the Vice President became President, he asked Warren to serve as the Appointments Secretary and Cabinet Secretary to the President.Following his time in public service, Warren again entered the private sector as an entrepreneur. He subsequently was CEO of ten companies and chairman of many others. He has served on the Board of Directors of fifty for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. He was CEO of Providence Service Corp., a $2.1 billion company, Rural Metro, a $600 million company, and TLC Vision, a $400 million company.For thirty years Warren led a public policy conference in Washington DC called “Public Policy and the Private Sector.” Over six thousand CEOs participated in the program which included meetings with the President, Vice President, Cabinet Secretaries, Congressional leadership, members of the Supreme Court, and leading lobbyists and journalists.Warren was Global Chair of the World Presidents Organization and is the current Dean of Learning for the EO Global Leadership Academy, in addition to all Regional Leadership Academies. He is a well-known speaker on topics of leadership, personal development, strategy, scaling businesses, entrepreneurship, and family.He has been recognized with many honors and awards, among them: The Visionary Leadership Award, The Distinguished Citizens Award, The 25th Year Achievement Award, The Sports Hall of Fame, The Robbie Award, and Father of the Year Award CONNECT WITH WARRENhttps://warrenrustand.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/warren-rustand-8a9b026/https://theleaderwithinus.com/CONNECT WITH OWL & KEYwww.owlandkey.colinktr.ee/owlandkeywww.instagram.com/owl_and_key/