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John talks with Dr. Subra Mukherjee — India's leading mind mapping coach, founder of Map Your Mind,  college professor, executive coach, corporate trainer, consultant, author of The Invisible Yoke: Will the women identify their inner yokes and set themselves free? and The Power of Self-Awareness: Your Doorway to a Balanced Life, TEDx speaker, wife and mom. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [01:09] - Dr. Subra's bio [02:23] - Parenting advice about creating memories with children [03:37] - What is mind mapping? [07:22] - How mind mapping helps students and professionals [09:21] - Dr. Subra's career journey [12:49] - Leap of faith on a leap year [17:07] - People who supported Dr. Subra when starting her business [20:22] - Don't fear failure [22:34] - Dr. Subra's books [28:46] - Clarity as a habit NOTABLE QUOTES: “Mind mapping is basically a diagram or a visual way of thinking that helps your brain organize the information that you're taking in on a daily basis.” “Our brain takes in a lot of information every single second. But if that information is not organized inside our brain, then we tend to behave like that unorganized, unindexed library, full of clutter. So mind mapping is basically a diagram or a visual way of thinking that helps your brain organize the information.” “Mind mapping helps you move from chaos to clarity.” “Let me just try. I don't see why I shouldn't try.” “The more I teach, the better I get at the skill.” “At max, what will happen? You will fail. That's the worst that can happen. But the best thing that can happen is that even if one person turns up — teach that person.” “One of the best things I ever did for my kids ... Most of the time, kids will never remember the gifts you give them. But what they will remember are the experiences that you have with them, because it creates indelible memories.” “While I hold space for my clients to be vulnerable, I also need that mentorship. So I feel that it's not just me coaching someone, but there are times when I also need mentorship. I also need coaching from people.” “You can't coach anybody any further than you've been.” “If somebody is truly wanting to do that, he or she will find some way.” “Every time there's a problem, find clarity. Seek clarity.” USEFUL RESOURCES: https://topmate.io/dr_subra_mukherjee https://www.linkedin.com/in/subramukherjee/ https://www.instagram.com/dr.subra.mukherjee/ https://www.facebook.com/subramukherjeeroy https://x.com/subra_mukherjee https://www.youtube.com/@Subra_Mukherjee The Power of Self-Awareness: Your Doorway to a Balanced Life (https://a.co/d/9B3JcsV) CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://iamjohnhulen.com    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen    X - https://x.com/johnhulen    YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA    EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/ 

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Yoga teacher, podcaster, and wellness creator Meghan Pherrill joins Lesley Logan to get real about the messy, non-linear path to feeling like yourself again. From OCD, anxiety, and depression to building a grounded practice of yoga, meditation, and motherhood, Meghan shares how starting small and trusting your intuition can shift everything. Together, Lesley and Meghan talk basics over biohacks, listening to your body, and building routines that actually fit your life. Expect gentle permission, practical steps, and big relief.If you have any questions about this episode or want to get some of the resources we mentioned, head over to LesleyLogan.co/podcast https://lesleylogan.co/podcast/. If you have any comments or questions about the Be It pod shoot us a message at beit@lesleylogan.co mailto:beit@lesleylogan.co. And as always, if you're enjoying the show please share it with someone who you think would enjoy it as well. It is your continued support that will help us continue to help others. Thank you so much! Never miss another show by subscribing at LesleyLogan.co/subscribe https://lesleylogan.co/podcast/#follow-subscribe-free.In this episode you will learn about:The turning point when Meghan quit her OCD rituals almost overnight.Lessons from the 555 postpartum recovery rule and rebuilding routines as a new mom.Why she shifted from advanced biohacks back to foundational wellness practices.The risk of outsourcing health to trends instead of trusting your body's feedback.How small, consistent shifts create a strong foundation for lasting wellness.Episode References/Links:Balance Your Life Podcast - https://www.balancebymeghan.com/podcastMeghan Pherrill Website - https://www.balancebymeghan.comMeghan Pherrill Instagram - https://instagram.com/balancebymeghanMeghan Pherrill YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/balancebymeghanMeghan Pherrill TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@balancebymeghanBook: The Plant Paradox by Dr. Steven R Gundry MD - https://a.co/d/cVM3irAGuest Bio:Meghan Pherrill is a 500-hour registered yoga and meditation teacher, retreat leader, and host of the Balance Your Life podcast. She's passionate about making wellness approachable through simple, sustainable practices that fit real life. In addition to teaching online and locally in Canada, she has also led international retreats, including a Costa Rica yoga retreat in 2019, blending movement, mindfulness, and connection in beautiful settings.Her journey is deeply personal. After years of living with OCD, anxiety, depression, and asthma, Meghan turned to yoga and meditation as tools to reclaim her health and sense of self. Today, she shares her story and expertise with humor and compassion, helping others start where they are, listen to their bodies, and create small shifts that spark lasting transformation. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser or Castbox. https://lovethepodcast.com/BITYSIDEALS! DEALS! DEALS! 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Follow that intuition of yours and just run with it. Go with it. Don't make it complicating. You know, start with a 10 minute yoga flow. If yoga feels cold to you, maybe it's Pilates. Just start. Lesley Logan 0:15  Welcome to the Be It Till You See It podcast where we talk about taking messy action, knowing that perfect is boring. I'm Lesley Logan, Pilates instructor and fitness business coach. I've trained thousands of people around the world and the number one thing I see stopping people from achieving anything is self-doubt. My friends, action brings clarity and it's the antidote to fear. Each week, my guest will bring bold, executable, intrinsic and targeted steps that you can use to put yourself first and Be It Till You See It. It's a practice, not a perfect. Let's get started.Lesley Logan 0:58  Hey, Be It babe. All right, today's conversation is such a lovely window in taking a long journey and things not happening fast, but still happening for you. We have a really great guest today. Her name is Meghan Pherrill. She is the host of the Balance Your Life podcast, and I really love all the different topics we talked about in today's episode. We talk about being a new mom. But we also talk about, like, the basics of meditation and like, how to get started with that, and how does one go from like, kind of not knowing what to do or what to do with their time and what to be, to having this really beautiful life that's built around all the things that they like and that make them feel like them. So I'm really excited for you to hear this journey. It's authentic and it's not perfect, and it's exactly what we need to be doing when we think about, like, what do we want in our lives? So here is Meghan Pherrill. Lesley Logan 1:49  All right, Be It babe. I'm excited because I've already had a wonderful conversation with our guest today. And I was like, oh, I really want to keep this conversation going, and we are over here on my podcast. So the host of Balance Your Life podcast with Meghan Pherrill as our guest today. Meghan Pherrill, can you tell everyone who you are and what you rock at?Meghan Pherrill 2:07  Yeah, amazing. Thank you for the intro. I feel like I should have you doing all of my intro calls there. My name is Meghan Pherrill. I am the creator and kind of the leading force behind Balance by Meghan. It's an online brand, podcast, I do all the things that's just really meant to help you inspire, be inspired, be empowered, to begin and maintain your own wellness journey so you can be the best version of yourself. I have a top Canadian podcast, which I'm very proud of. And yeah, I do, normally, I do yoga retreats, I do workshops. I've taken a little bit of a hiatus just while I raise my my little kiddo over here. But that's really kind of my jam, my jelly and jam there (inaudible) what I do.Lesley Logan 2:51  Oh, man, that's so fun. Okay, but I have to, I, so I wonder, like, was your life always balanced? Like, did you like, how did, like, did it, was the wellness journey, like, always easy for you? Is it like something that just came easier or is it did it come because, like, like things in your life that you needed to find it. I would love to hear how you kind of got into this. Meghan Pherrill 3:11  Well, it's like I always say when people ask me this, I'm like, how much time do you actually have with this podcast? Because balance was like, the least, it was like, not a vocabulary, a word in my vocabulary, I, wellness, like kind of a joke. I always think it's too like, it's ironic that I teach these things. Because I was that girl who lived on chicken fingers and fries. Corn was like my vegetable of choice, and like you were lucky if you got some carrots into me. Greens were just not happening. I was diagnosed really, really young, with obsessive compulsive disorder and depression and anxiety. I had also been in and out of the hospital since the day I was born with asthma, like just it was not uncommon for me to be hospitalized once a month with, like, severe asthma attacks, where I was on prednisone all the time, puffers all the time. It was just part of my life. And there was a catalyst in my life where I had also been, like, sexually abused by my uncle. This is like taking a dark turn, and always, like, to me, you're such a light and like, so vibrant. This just gets real dark, real fast.Lesley Logan 4:20  It's okay, Meghan, I actually, I'm fine with this and you can continue to go that path, because I actually think that it would be a shame to us, for us to just like, paint the picture that was so easy for you. And I just want to say thank you for already sharing, like the OCD and the depression and the anxiety, because I actually think a lot of people who listen to us have one of those things, and it's held them back in some way. So thank you, and it's okay, we'll, we'll go, we'll, I'm sure we'll get light again so.Meghan Pherrill 4:44  Yeah, it's like, it's one of those things that I think for me, when I look back on my life, I go, I wish there had been somebody like me that I could have been like, there's a beam, there's like, there's a beacon of hope, because I felt so lost, and I just, it got really to the point of like, where I thought, okay, either this is life and this sucks and I'm going to end it, or I do see people around me thriving, like I'm just going to, you know, give it a shot and try to be happy. And there were many things that kind of led down this path. I did, I did cognitive behavioral therapy, which was good. It helped me in the moment. I was put on antidepressants and anti-anxiety medication, again, helped me in the moment, helped stop the suicidal thoughts, but I never really felt alive. I was consistently sleeping. It was not uncommon for me to have two or three hour naps a day to sleep easily 12 hours a day. Like, I don't even know how I did school. I was just constantly sleeping all the time. I was just so zonked from those meds, and somehow I had a boyfriend, and he ended up breaking up with me. And it was for me, I was like that, like, life cannot get any lower than this. This sucks. And it was just like, this wake up call where I thought, Okay, I'm doing all these OCD tendencies to prevent things like this from happening, but it's still happening, even though, like, in hindsight, I'm like, the guy was a total loser. I can't believe I even dated him. Lesley Logan 4:44  Isn't it really funny that we look back at. Meghan Pherrill 5:59  At the time, it was just like devastating, especially since he left me for another girl.Lesley Logan 6:09  Yes, I hear you. I feel like every time, like we like I there's something about like, young love. And you're like, this is the most important thing. And it's like, what was I doing? That guy is an asshole.Meghan Pherrill 6:32  I know. And even now, I'm like, oh my god. But I was like, I'm not doing it anymore. Like I'm not doing my OCD tendencies, which I have been in studies for OCD and they can they are just blown away by the fact that almost overnight, I stopped. I would say 80% of them, I still had a couple that I kept and we're talking like weird things for me, like before I could sit down, comfortable on a couch, I would have to stand up, sit down, stand up, sit down. Six times I would have to check all my books 42 times. Just, like, really weird things for me.Lesley Logan 7:08  Also like, just time consuming and so fascinating that, like, like, you could have this, like, hold on, I was doing all this so bad things wouldn't happen, and bad things happened and, and I do know that, like, there's like, wonderful exposure, scientific studies on some OCD happenings, like, I've heard, like, you go to these places and they help expose you to the thing and like, so, so I do want to highlight, like, there's that, but how amazing that so many of them could just, like, your brain could just go because our brains don't like to be in dissonance, right? So it sounds like your brain was like, hold on, this is, it's not supposed to happen and it happens.Meghan Pherrill 7:40  It doesn't make sense. Yeah, I was doing all these things, these things are still happening. Like, what's the point? Like, light switches on, off, on, off, on, like, and so I just stopped most of them. There were still some up until, like, I would say, even, like, five years ago, like, I was very much like, the two minute brush my teeth person, not a minute before, not a minute after. That one I kept for a little bit, but I'm like, it's good hygiene. But I just, I stopped, and I really thought, okay, I need to really focus on myself, like I put all this energy into this relationship. I changed myself so this person likes me, and it didn't work. So I was I really was going to just start working on myself, and I stayed on my medication for a little while. It wasn't until I met my now husband, but my boyfriend at the time, we had just come back from a vacation, which was a huge deal for me, to be able to go away, mapped most of it, but still, came home, found out my grandfather was dying from lung cancer, and that rocked my world. He got he went downhill really fast. I, like, he was everything to me. I absolutely adored the man. And during that time, during my grieving, I forgot to take some of my medication for a few days, and my boyfriend was like, Brad. Like, you can do this. He, he had been on the medication for like a month, and he was like, f this, this sucks, so I'm gonna be there with you. And I was like, I'm gonna be like a raging bitch, like, sorry. I hope I can swear on this. And he was like, no, like, I've got this. We're gonna do it together. So I don't suggest doing this. My doctor was incredibly disappointed with the. Lesley Logan 9:25  I do think you're supposed to like talk to people, yeah, you're supposed to, like, wean yourself off. And I do. I will say, like, I think that when you need it, medication, for it can be so helpful, because we definitely want to stop any thoughts that could hit in someone's life. But I do agree with you and your boyfriend that I think, long term, we don't have a lot of information that for everybody, it's the best thing. So yes, I'm glad you. I'm glad you're stipulating that doctors wouldn't recommend you, like, have to have a conversation about getting off. Meghan Pherrill 9:54  Yeah, yeah. He was just like, what? I was like, well, it's been like, a month now, so I'm not going back on them. And it was hard, like I went through withdrawal, but I slowly started to feel like myself again. And the biggest thing was I wasn't napping anymore. I had all this time on my hand, and I was like, what do I what do I do with myself now?Lesley Logan 10:16  Now that I don't wait for the sunlight. Meghan Pherrill 10:17  I know, like, what is this, this is sun in the sky that then that's really how I got into yoga, and that's really what started my deep dive into holistic health and wellness. And I'm still like, to this day, like I'm a yogi through and through, I do other things now, like I weight train, I do Pilates, but I'm like, yoga is always my base, and what I come back to, and my parents are like, not necessary, they, they kind of, they're interested in my stuff, but they're like, I don't understand why we can't have the processed hot dog buns for dinner. Like, it's just not really their vibe, but yeah, it's, it's been a really, it's been a long journey, but it's funny, like I was thinking about how my life has changed so much since then, I can't even believe the person I used to be to who I am now.Lesley Logan 11:04  Yeah, I also just want to highlight it sounds like by focusing on taking care of yourself, that's how you, you know, found what you wanted and what you want to do. I think, like, you know, so many people are so focused on the other people around them, making sure that they're happy and they're cared for and they're loved, and then they put themselves last. And it's like, actually, when we kind of get a little self-focused, we actually can truly find ourselves in a way that we can be the best person for the people that are in our lives. Like, even if your parents don't like that you won't eat the hot dog bun, they have more of you now than when, when, you weren't focusing on yourself.Meghan Pherrill 11:42  Yeah, yeah, it was and it doesn't have to be a lot like it was just very much. I'd come home from work and Brad would know I'm doing a little bit of yoga. It was like 20 or 30 minutes, but that was my time for myself. And I mean, people could just see the difference in the change in me, and they were like, go, go ahead. Like, go do what needs to be done. So yeah, that's, that's kind of how I found myself in this position.Lesley Logan 12:07  Yeah, okay, so can we talk a little about, like, the timeline of the journey? Because obviously, like, we heard about the month of of the antidepressant release. But like, how long did it take you to get a yoga practice and then also, then discover that you wanted to teach it, and then get to where you are, like, we're talking years, we're talking months, you know, like, I've got these overachiever perfectionists who are listening like, okay, so I just need to, like, do this for a few days, and then I'm gonna be good. Like, what? What's the what was the the timeline? Meghan Pherrill 12:35  Yeah, it was, I see this it was a long journey, not to be discouraging, but to know like that for me, that was my my truth. I started off simply with 20 minutes of yoga. I think I committed to, like, three, maybe four. I think it was just three days a week. I was like, This is it. This is all I'm gonna do, you know, just to see how does it make me feel.Lesley Logan 12:59  I actually love that. Thank you for saying it was long. And thank you, it shouldn't be discouragement. It's just honest. Like, I think a lot of times, you know, the the days are, the days are long, but the years are short. And, like, if, I can't believe I've been doing Pilates for 20 years, like, I was like, whoa, I've been doing this for, I've been out of college for 20 years, you know, like, because it feels like just yesterday, I was like, doing X, Y and Z, and I'm working so hard on things, it's like, oh no, actually, I've achieved a ton. And it did take a long time to get that runway going, but it's just an amazing thing that, like, once you set the time aside, you're doing three days a week, you're doing 20 minutes at a time, and then it gets better, and people give you more time, and then you get more time, like it compounds, and then all of a sudden, it's like, things happen a little bit faster in the wellness journey, you know, because you've built a strong foundation.Meghan Pherrill 13:45  Yes, yeah. And it's funny, because people will often look at me now and and see everything that I do. I do, like holistic health, I do, quote unquote, biohacks, like cold plunging. We were talking about that in my podcast. That didn't happen month three or over six, like, that was year how long have we been doing that? Like, year seven, I got into that stuff. Like, it was really, really slow. I even I did yoga for like, five years before I even tried a different type of exercise, like, and it was just natural to me to go, okay, like, I feel like I'm ready for the next level of whatever, Pilates, weight training, it was Pilates next. But even, like my food journey, even now I'm really religious about eating really clean, nourishing myself, it started off super basic. Was like, can I just get more vegetables into my diet? That was it. I wasn't looking like, did not drop the whole wheat bread at first. Was still probably eating chicken nuggets, but it was like, okay, can I just introduce a couple new vegetables into my diet, and from there we'll go, go forward like, I I'm sure you see this too. Sometimes people message me and they're like, these vegetables are gonna kill me. Spinach is anti nutrient. I'm gonna die if I eat it, and it's like, no wonder people feel so overwhelmed to start anything you can read or look at anybody and see, oh, eat spinach. It's a superpower. Eat spinach and die the next day. Like it's, I think it can be overwhelming.Lesley Logan 15:14  I'm like, am I hearing this for the first time? Because I really like a spinach. I'm going to be really honest. I like a spinach. I like a mixed green, I don't, do not, I don't like a romaine. I'm not gonna do an iceberg, like, but like, I, it's true. Like, I think where people get confused is that there's so many people out there with that are mixing the messaging and also not good information sometimes, you know, like, you know where we live in the States, I got served something the other day, and on my socials, and I'm like, I'm gonna report this, because this is not according to science. Like, we actually do have science guys, it does work. And there is some incredible now, four different bodies, there's different things. And, like, by the way, there's a great book that's so old, but it's called the Plant Paradox. And if you really want to understand plants, it's such it's so informative. Like, if you take one thing away, it's like, oh, if plants grow in rows, they have more poison to them, so you might have to cook them or do different things your body can digest them, versus the plants that like to their babies fly and be free. They're less poisonous. You can eat them however you want, versus if you're from the southern hemisphere versus European descent, like, there's different plants and we digest them differently. And I think what is the problem is, is that so many people are outsourcing how something feels in their body to someone else's opinion, versus like, well, if, if you eat the spinach and you feel really good, is it is it bad for you? Meghan Pherrill 16:38  I just like, I that was, I just finished that book two, two or three books ago. And same thing, I was like, all of this makes so much sense. You know, plants are living organisms. Of course, they have things that deter us from eating it. But I'm sure as I'm like, reading it too, I'm like, I also feel like this guy, like, do you go out for food? Like, you know I would eat something that makes me feel sick, but at the same time, like some of these people, they're like, Ooh, I like, yes, there's no place right for consuming seed oils on a daily basis. But if I'm in a restaurant and they're like, sorry, this is how we make our things, and I'm surrounded by friends and family, I'm gonna ask if they can do something different. But if they're like, we absolutely can't. Like, this is how it is. How it is. It's okay, you know, like, putting more stress on my body about eating that is going to cause more damage than just enjoying myself once in a while, like that, and just living your life.Lesley Logan 17:34  I also think that's the balance, right? Like, you know? I think it's a little like, to me, that perfectionism, that control of like, it has to be a certain way when I go out, no, I'm going out, it's like I'm going to someone else's kitchen, and this is how they prepared it. And if I don't like that, I can not go. I can ask people, what's the after dinner party look like? I can do my research beforehand. Like, because I've had food sensitivities, I am used to looking at the menus ahead of time, doing my research ahead of time, so when I'm there, I can go, I'll take this thing. I'll take this thing, because what I don't want is the whole dinner to be about what I can and can't or won't eat, because then I'm not actually getting to know the people I'm with. I'm busy like talking about, like, why you shouldn't have seed oils. I don't want to be that person. That's not who I wanna be at the dinner table. It's not my thing. And so, like, I think for I think people do have to have some sort of balance. And when I was on an elimination diet years ago, trying to figure out what's wrong with my stomach, I went to a ton of places, and I said, oh, what time is dinner? I'll meet you guys for dessert. And then I wouldn't, I would have tea, because every restaurant has tea, right? And so you can do different things to, like, still be part of society. I think that's the balance part of it. And then understanding, like, you know, a little bit of something isn't going to kill you unless it's going to kill you. Like, unless you're allergic to shellfish, like that will kill you. But if you're just one of those, like, sensitive people, like, either choose to to not do it or just do it and like, be kind to yourself the next day when you're a little more inflamed, you know. Just know that's gonna happen. Meghan Pherrill 19:03  Yeah, I couldn't agree more, yeah. My son has a bunch of food allergies, so I've really opened my eyes up to that. And sometimes it's simply like, I will message people and say, just so you know, I'm calling the restaurant to see if I can bring some food for my for my son, or at the time, like I'm still nursing. So there was a lot of things, and we're talking like, anaphylactic food allergies. So not just like, he gets a little bit of hives, it's like he might die.Lesley Logan 19:06  Yeah, yeah, which is all very different. I think these, like, you have to understand that, and then, like, but also I love that you did it ahead of time. I think this is where people can have a wonderful life is if you can advocate for yourself, but do it ahead of time, and then that way you're not like, oh, I can't believe this restaurant isn't taking care of me. Meghan Pherrill 19:42  I know, yeah, exactly. And like, yeah, there's, like, there's a certain place we go to. The chef knows me. I you know I go in to the server, she knows me now too. But I'm like, just let the chef know that it's the girl with a lot of the allergy restrictions, and he'll come out and he smiles. He's like, I knew it was you, but like, he and he gets it, right? Like, it's, he's really accommodated us for that. So it's, he's, yeah, I found a way to kind of live and that, you know, at first too, it was like, okay, I guess I'll have the salad because, you know, at least I can put the dressing on the side. But yeah, it's, it's, it's all a learning curve. And I think, too, people shouldn't be so hard on themselves. Like, if they're hearing me talk about spinach, I eat spinach, by the way. I'm just saying there's some people out there that are like, you will die if you eat spinach. Lesley Logan 19:44  Oh my god. Meghan Pherrill 20:08  And you have to, you do you have to get really in tune with like, how does it make you feel if you eat spinach and you're like, I feel like garbage afterwards. You should probably stop eating spinach.Lesley Logan 20:39  I used to, I would have brown rice, because some people would tell me it's healthier than white rice. And guess what, you guys, it has arsenic. And it's actually not so awesome for me, especially because I have a hard time breaking down lectin. And so I was telling my fundamental friend, my fundamental health doctor friend, and I said, I said, Oh my god, every time I make this one bowl, it has veggies, it has protein, has all these things, but like, I just feel exhausted after I eat it. And she said, what's the base? I said, it's brown rice. And she goes, switch it to white rice. So I switched it to white rice. Fine. Like, I just couldn't, per, I just couldn't break down the lectin and so but also, we're all very different, and I think we're, I hope people are getting permission here is like, figure out what works for you and do the best you can, and then we can have, like, what you do so well, Meghan, was like, finding balance, you know, like, I think where a lot of people are getting confused is they're going, oh, this person says this, but this person says this, and what should I do? It's like, what, what felt good to you? Meghan Pherrill 21:38  Yeah, exactly, yeah. Lesley Logan 21:39  So, okay, you have a kiddo, life has totally changed. I for for the moms who are listening like, how have you been because you you focus on you to kind of get you here. And obviously, when they're an infant, they're an infant, and it's a different story. But how are you making sure you're still focusing on you while raising this kiddo? Meghan Pherrill 21:59  Well, I was just talking to a girlfriend about this, literally, this morning. So I was lucky enough that, I live in Canada, by the way, it's cold most of the time here. He's a summer baby, thank God. And so when I first brought him home, like days old, right away, I would just go out and get sunlight. That was like my self-care moment with him. I would keep him skin to skin on my chest. We'd go outside and to me like, I just it felt so good to get the vitamin D, for him it was really good. And I had been really active my entire pregnancy. Knew that I wanted to kind of get back into that afterwards, but I also was really mindful about giving myself grace. I had a really hard labor and delivery, and so I wasn't, like, I was even able to kind of get up and, like, walk around, right the next day, I kind of followed-ish, the 555 rule, which, if you don't know, it's like, five days in the bed, five days on the bed, five days around the bed. So I had a perfect (inaudible), day four, I had to take him to the doctors for a checkup. But that was kind of like my mentality was, like, I'm just going to be on the bed in the bed for the first little bit with him. My husband had dragged out like the futon to the living room so I could watch a TV show if I wanted. And that was kind of like the first 15 days for me. It was just really focusing on that. And then it started off with just going out on walks afterwards. These were not hour-long walks. Sometimes they were up and down the street, and that was it. I knew I really wanted to set my son up for healthy habits to for his life. And so really right from I got the clearance, so I got, usually you get clearance at like, week six or getting back into your fitness routine, it was week nine for me. I had, I literally got in a car accident, like a month before my son had been born (inaudible). It took a little while for me to recover, but as soon as I was able to, like, he would go in this swing next to me. Well, I did, like, my pelvic floor exercises, and I did 10 minutes of yoga, and it's, he's almost two now, like, I work out with him, or do yoga or Pilates five or six days a week, and he's there with me. I put toys around. I have snacks out for him. Sometimes it's, takes like an hour and a half to do, like, a 40-minute class, because he needs constant snacks now, but he sees me doing that, and he knows in the morning when the weights come out, like he even rolls out my yoga mat for me now. He has a little set of weights that he can do, and he does his squats with me. And even before we do our workout together, I do a Wim Hof breath session, and he goes bananas for that. Like, he runs into the room. He's like, Wim, Wim, Wim. I put him on the bed, and he sits with me. He watches the screen, which I'm sure somebody is like, he's too young to look at a screen. You know what? It's Wim Hof. Lesley Logan 24:41  I think, everything in moderation. Meghan Pherrill 24:56  Breathing thing and he just sits there. And sometimes all you even him going, like, he tries to do it and yeah, so like, some days it doesn't happen exactly how I want it to, but I would say for the most part, like he just, he knows the routine. He knows that this is, this is important to mommy. And I will even tell him, this is mommy's time now, you can stay here and play with me, but this is, we're doing mommy's thing first. And he's like, okay. Lesley Logan 25:26  I love this. First of all, I love that you are honest about like, a 45-minute class might take an hour and a half. You know? I also, we had a guest on. Also lives in Canada. She, she married in they have five kids, and she said, actions are caught, not taught. And she's like, our kids see us. We're making our movement practice a priority, and they don't have to do the movement practice, but they don't get to tell us, we don't get to do the movement practice, so it's like, we're gonna go, we work out in the morning, we walk, do a walk. You can come with us or not. We're gonna go do this, then we're gonna go do this, then we will do these things with you. So if you don't wanna wait to hang out with us until then, then you can come with us, right? And so that's her big thing is that kids really pick up on that. And I think it's really important, because, of course, they have needs, and there's other things they need, but like, if you can find patience and you can give yourself grace to take 45 minutes to do, take an hour and a half to do a 45-minute workout, then, as they get older, look, he's rolling you're mat that's so cute. We have OPC members whose kids know the sound of my voice, and they'll like, be on the ground next their mom. They like, oh, I could roll like a ball, like I could do it, you know, I'm like, that is so important. And if they're on screen learning healthy stuff versus being babysat, there's a very big difference. So I, I'm all for that, but I, but I just really thank you, because I do think that so many people are like, oh, I need to have complete alone time and then I can work out. And it's like, there's no perfect day, like, I barely have, I don't even have kids, but I used to have three dogs, and they have to go at different times. Like, okay, hold on, let me let you out. Okay, let me, yup, this, oh, now you want your food? Okay, here's like, you know. So, like, I've pre-made all the bowls, and then they come. So, like, even my own workout would be interrupted. I don't even have children, you know. So it's like, how can we prep the area, prep the scene, prep the people in our lives for what we're about to do, and then how can we take advantage of what we can do, you know, and then be kind and know that that's, that's, that's good enough for today. And I think I never heard the 555 thing. Of course, every mom listening will probably say come on, Lesley, but that's so interesting, because I do think that people, I had a girlfriend who had kids and she's like, I really didn't think that eight months after pregnancy I would still be trying to get my core strength back, you know? And she went to it as a trainer, and, like all these things and pre postnatal, and she's, like, experienced it for herself for the first time. And it's like, yeah, everyone is different, you know, we're all different, and we have to know that and take our time getting it back. Meghan Pherrill 28:02  Yeah, yeah. And I will, like, I have one child, someone's like, I have three or four or five kids. Like, you know, maybe you don't have the luxury of doing the 555, right away after but it's also, like, little things for a postpartum like, it's nice to get the bassinet and and the clothes for the kiddo, but I had people meal prep me a bunch of things that was part of a postpartum gift, and someone bought me cleaning services for like, four or five different times I utilized that so I don't have to get out of bed or off the couch and take away from my.Lesley Logan 28:25  I love these gifts. Why aren't people registering for this? Because I see the registrations I had a girlfriend, and we are, like, late to the party on like, buying the, I'm like, oh, now we're down to the things. This kid's not gonna wear this stuff. And I was like, we're not getting anywhere with any of these things. We're going to get some dinner gift certificates to restaurants near her house that can deliver. Like, that's what we're doing, because I refuse to buy clothes. This kid is gonna be born in the summer. We make it the whole time, no.Meghan Pherrill 29:01  Yeah, no, that was my whole thing. Like, my kid lived in a diaper for the first, like, four months, and we got so many hand-me-downs. I was like, I'm not, I'm not spending money on clothes that kid's gonna grow out of in two weeks. But yeah, like the dinner thing, if someone is ever like, I don't know what to get a postpartum mom, food or cleaning services, will you will be their favorite person in the entire world, because there's yeah, you don't want to be you don't want to be cooking or cleaning after watching it. You just want to be able to pick up a phone or dial Uber or whatever, and just say, bring me food. Lesley Logan 29:35  Yeah. Yeah. Okay. So kiddos, to your your business had to change. It sounds like, from what you were doing before him to now what you're doing, what is the be it till you see it that you're working on right now? Like, are we? Are you wanting to add more things back? Are you trying to enjoy what you got? Like, what? What are we? What? What's the thing you're most excited about right now?Meghan Pherrill 29:57  I really wanted to get back to basics. For me, when I first started yoga, I was like, this has changed my life so profoundly. I want to teach others how to do the same. And so I had done, like a manifestation, meditation teacher training and a meditation teacher training. And just as you you kind of want to grow new things happen to you. I got it, got caught up in what everyone else was doing, and thought I should be doing the same thing. And I was thinking of this the other day, and I was like, I really want to get back to basics. It's probably not going to happen right away for me, just realistically with a little guy with allergies, but I really want to get back to I, I literally, before the world shut down, I did Costa Rica yoga retreat, and in before 2020, and I loved it. It was, I love to travel. I love yoga. I was like, this is an amazing blend here. I really want to get back to doing retreats again. In an ideal world. I would love to do, like, three to four a year. But I also kind of want to do some weekend ones. I'm a mom now, like, it's not realistic for me to pack up and say, see you for a week while I go to Cyprus, but I could probably figure out how to get away for a day or a weekend retreat so that's important to me, and just to kind of teach people the basics. Again, everybody's seeing all these like, cold plunge things, sauna, things, like, I want to teach people how to get into meditation. You can meditate in five minutes a day and change your absolute life.Lesley Logan 31:28  Let's talk about teaching how to get into meditation. I would love to go there, because I do think, like, yes, of course, as a cold plunger, yes, all these things. But I will say, like, a lot of the stuff is advanced. It's advanced biohacking, it's advanced like, things in a fitness we all just have to get people moving. But also, like my husband the other day, it was like a head, like, feeling like he had something he had, like, in his chest. And I was like, oh, have you, like, meditated? And he's like, no. And I was like, as if I meditate every day. So let's talk about the basics of meditation. Because I think people think it's a little more difficult than it is, and I think they don't think they have time. So what are the basics? How do we get started?Meghan Pherrill 32:06  Super big. I always tell people like, truly, what type of person do you think you are? If you have a movement practice, are you a morning or an evening person? Sometimes people are like, I'm up at five. I do my workout after. Perfect. Okay, so if you're an evening person, let's just dedicate 10 minutes, right? We're not going to do 10 minutes of meditation, but let's just dedicate the 10 minutes at the end of the night to what feels good to you. And that's another thing, too. Do you feel like I can't close my mind down, but I can listen to somebody tell me what to do? Perfect. A guided meditation is where we're at. Maybe you're more of like a I just feel like I need to actually physically do something besides just listen to somebody talk, do a breath work type of meditation where you kind of have to use your head to count things out. But it's also tangible, like you're actually doing this, this breathing thing.Lesley Logan 32:58  Yeah, your whole body's activating it. Yeah, yeah. But no, I understand, yeah. When you, if you do a Wim Hof guys, it's like, it is full, belly, full, lung full, it's like, really in, it's very kinesthetic.Meghan Pherrill 33:11  Yes and it's like some people need to be guided. I, you know, sometimes people, like, I just sat in 30 minutes of silence. I'm not at that point. I very rarely did things like that when I was doing meditation. And if it works for you, great, like, if you're like, I can sit there for five minutes, 10 minutes, however long, and do that, perfect. But I think it's more for the people that are like, I know I should probably start. Where? Find a person, even online, that you resonate with. See, one, they have meditations. And if they don't, who do they like to use? I have some, you know, free on YouTube and all that stuff, too. But I'm always recommending my meditation teacher because she is the most soothing voice in the entire world. I absolutely adore her. And sometimes I don't want to listen to myself do it, or (inaudible) guided in a different way. Lesley Logan 33:58  Every teacher should have their own teacher. I love this suggestion. It's like, dedicate 10 minutes. It's happy 10 minutes. Do a guided that's until, especially if you're new, like everyone listening here is like, recovering perfectionist, overachiever. We want to know if we're doing it right. So, like, having a guided meditation is really nice, you know? And like, I have an Oura ring. You guys in the Oura app, there are guided meditations and breath work ones, part of the thing, which is, like, insane. I was like, oh, well, I'm glad I'm paying for this. But also YouTube, you know, like, you'd be surprised. Like, the workouts have ads because those people want to get paid. But the meditations actually don't have ads during the meditation, so you can get uninterrupted meditation for free. And it's true. Like, find the voices that you like to listen to. I love that.Meghan Pherrill 34:44  Yeah. And it also, you know, like, when I first started my first original it was a yoga teacher who was trying to teach us to meditate. She was like, you absolutely have to sit up tall spine is nice and long cross legged. And then when I did my meditation teacher, she was like, that's not feasible for a lot of people. Get comfortable. Maybe that means lying down. Maybe someone's in a wheelchair, and they actually can't physically, like, move into a different position. Like, it does not have to be this super rigid thing. You could, when your alarm goes off first thing in the morning, lay back into bed, obviously not into a point of you wanting to fall back asleep and stuff. But get comfortable, you know, without scrolling on social media, go to like the podcast app has a bunch of meditations on it. Find one and listen to it there. I'm a mom. I get it. Sometimes it's not easy. Sometimes my meditation is literally while we're brushing our teeth in the morning, and that's going so my son's also listening to it, and I have it stack it that way. If I could do breath work, working out, meditation, like I used to, pre-baby, I would, but it's not a reality for me a lot of the time. So, you know, you can have it, stack it into, you know, maybe you do it as you're getting breakfast in the morning. You're just listening and just dipping your toes into the the water that way.Lesley Logan 36:02  Yeah, actually, I like all the permission there. And I think it's like, meditation doesn't really require perfection. I think a lot of people make it more difficult than it is. Are you able to just be mindful? Oh, I had a thought. Like, okay, now I had another, okay, there's another thought and another. Like, they're just clouds, right? Like, it's, it's actually not as we make it seem like we have to have a clearest mind the perfect to sit perfectly still. I haven't sat perfectly still in an interview. I've had my legs crossed. I have my legs on the table now, like it's a whole thing, like we're not, like, that's just not who we are. So we have to, like, what is possible for us, and then, like, be kind to ourselves, and then start using the tools that we have. And I really appreciate you sharing that. I think that's really great. And I do like the idea of of what you're wanting to do next, which is like going back to basics with people, because especially as your little one is getting to be more independent, you'll have more time, there'll be people who also need to go back to the basics and start there and rebuild a foundation, because you're a new person. You know, we have to, I think, like, the idea that, like, I, I've always hated the word like, bouncing back when that's what, like, shoved into mother's wives, like, you're gonna bounce back. You're never going back. None of us are going back. We're always going forward. So how do we take the new chapter that we're in, the new book, and, like, create what is the scene and the setting that's going to be the best for for where you're going, and then, and then, when your kid goes to school, that's a new transition. And then, like, when they're in high school, it's a different like, there's all these different things. And so what I love about your journey, Meghan, and like, what you've shared with us is just, like, this idea that, like, what is possible, be kind to ourselves, and then, like, little by little, it's a long journey, but you're gonna get there.Meghan Pherrill 37:45  Yeah, yeah. It's, you know, it's I people always, like, roll their eyes when they hear but it really isn't about the destination. It's about the journey. Or, you know, I've also heard people say, well, the time's gonna pass anyways. What are you gonna do with it? You might as well do something that makes you feel happier, brings you a little bit of fulfillment, gives you purpose, you know, brings you joy. And for me, this is what, you know. I love this stuff. I was just saying to my husband, like, I love listening to podcasts. I love watching documentaries. To me, this is not boring. I don't find it like, I,we're all worthy. I enjoy it. And sometimes I listen to things I'm like, I don't resonate what that person said. I know I keep harping on spinach, but like, I'm going to keep eating spinach as long as I feel good eating it. And other times, you know, like we were just talking about, too, sometimes you hear something on a podcast and it just for whatever reason, it just clicks with you, that and you make a change from brown rice to white rice, and all of a sudden you feel a thousand times better. Like to me, I love learning, how can I optimize myself to be a better version of how I was than yesterday?Lesley Logan 38:52  Yeah, yeah. And it comes in little, little changes, not big ones, to be honest. Like, if we look at how corporations make big changes. It's like years in the making. I remember working at a corporation, and they're like, okay, you're, in February, they're going to do the women's locker room, and in March, they're into the men's locker room, and in April, they're going to do this room, and it's going to take a year to remodel this gym, little by little, so that it's on the new branding. And I was like, you're gonna take a year. Can't you just shut down for a week and just do the whole thing? No, like, why don't they do that? Because you actually, like, the gym is like a body. It's an organism itself. It's had its own season, its own routine, its own thing. And if you disrupt the whole thing and you shake it up, you actually don't really see what worked and what didn't work. You don't learn from mistakes. And so, like we all can go, okay, I'm just gonna switch out the rice, or I'm actually gonna keep the spinach, I'm gonna heat it up, or I am gonna work out, and I'm gonna pick a 30 minute class in this hour and a half time that I have, and I'm gonna see how long it takes me. Oh, wow. Only took me 45 minutes. Great, wonderful. You know, like, I think, like, it's just being okay, experimenting and then reflecting and refining. I really appreciate that permission you gave us. Meghan. We're gonna take a brief break and then find out how people can find you, follow you and work with you. Lesley Logan 40:22  All right, Meghan, where do you hang out? Where can they go back to the basics, with you? Meghan Pherrill 40:22  Yeah, if anyone wants to follow along with me, you can find me on all the places, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, at Balance by Meghan, M-E-G-H-A-N, my podcast is Balance Your Life, which you are also be a guest on, and your episode will release soon. And yeah, those are the places that you can connect with me. Lesley Logan 40:42  Wonderful. Okay, you've given us a lot, but bold, executable, intrinsic or targeted steps people can take to be it till they see it, what do you have for us?Meghan Pherrill 40:53  I think you have to just whatever is calling to you right now, whether that's starting a new movement practice or starting a meditation practice, or taking one food item and swapping it for something healthier, whatever's resonating with you, not what you see online, follow that intuition of yours and just run with it. Go with it. Don't make it complicating. You know, start with a 10 minute yoga flow. If yoga feels called to you. Maybe it's Pilates. Just start and see how you feel. Give yourself some time, too. Like this isn't like a one day thing. How did I feel? You know, if you were in excruciating pain, that's one thing. But just start and just just let the magic unfold and see what happens for you. Lesley Logan 41:38  I like that. Just start with one thing and then take your time. I really, I think that's so key. I mean, I know we all want things to happen faster, but they actually happen, they happen faster, more slowly, like they really do. Wonderful. Okay, you guys, we want to know how you're using these tips in your life. What's the one thing that you'll start what's the meditation that you like? Share it with Meghan. Share it with the Be It Pod, because hey, especially the meditation things you're liking, we'd love to share those out with people. And it share this with a friend who needs to hear it. Maybe you have someone in your life who's going through something, and they need to hear like there's light on the other side, and the journey is long, but it's worth going on. And we would love for them to hear that from us and from Meghan. And until next time, Be It Till You See It. Lesley Logan 42:18  That's all I got for this episode of the Be It Till You See It Podcast. One thing that would help both myself and future listeners is for you to rate the show and leave a review and follow or subscribe for free wherever you listen to your podcast. Also, make sure to introduce yourself over at the Be It Pod on Instagram. I would love to know more about you. Share this episode with whoever you think needs to hear it. Help us and others Be It Till You See It. Have an awesome day. Be It Till You See It is a production of The Bloom Podcast Network. If you want to leave us a message or a question that we might read on another episode, you can text us at +1-310-905-5534 or send a DM on Instagram @BeItPod.Brad Crowell 43:02  It's written, filmed, and recorded by your host, Lesley Logan, and me, Brad Crowell.Lesley Logan 43:06  It is transcribed, produced and edited by the epic team at Disenyo.co.Brad Crowell 43:11  Our theme music is by Ali at Apex Production Music and our branding by designer and artist, Gianfranco Cioffi.Lesley Logan 43:18  Special thanks to Melissa Solomon for creating our visuals.Brad Crowell 43:21  Also to Angelina Herico for adding all of our content to our website. And finally to Meridith Root for keeping us all on point and on time.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/be-it-till-you-see-it/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

When you're in flow, even challenges come with a sense of peace. So, how does following the Holy Spirit help you make everyday decisions? Let's talk about it.

Prepare your finances as Kelvin shares essential tips to help you budget wisely, avoid holiday debt, and make the most of your money. ⁠⁠https://askkelvin.ca/

Building confidence, navigating career detours, and leading with care takes more than ambition—it takes resilience, clarity, and heart. In this episode, Claire O'Keefe, Partner and Head of Partner Development at Cerity Partners, shares how resilience, intuition, and care have shaped her unconventional journey from the classroom in Ireland to leadership in one of the fastest-growing independent wealth management firms in the country. You'll hear how Claire built confidence through practice, turned unexpected pivots into stepping stones, and discovered that leadership is ultimately about the people you grow and the legacy you leave behind. Tune in to learn how to navigate detours with clarity, cultivate resilience through challenges, and lead with heart in every stage of your career. Visit our website where you will find show notes and links to all the resources in this episode, including the best way to get in touch with our special guest. The key moments in this episode are: [00:00] Introduction to Beyond Barriers Podcast [00:27] The Importance of Critical Feedback [01:12] Claire O'Keefe's Journey [05:16] Building Confidence and Resilience [12:34] Personal Branding and Leadership [15:41] Overcoming Fear and Embracing Growth [22:07] Welcoming New Colleagues with a Theme Song [23:09] Daily Rituals for a Balanced Life [25:53] Building Meaningful Relationships [29:42] Navigating the Hybrid Work World [31:45] Legacy and Leadership [34:56] Lightning Round and Final Thoughts  

Send us a message!What if imposter syndrome wasn't a weakness, but a sign you're growing?In this episode, Alex and Annie are joined by Michelle Marquis, founder of The Marquis Effect and now author of The Bossy Girl's Guide to Leadership, which has just been released. Written for women navigating leadership and self-doubt, the book is part memoir, part guidebook, and 100% Michelle's authentic voice.Michelle reveals the mindset shifts that shaped her journey, including:Earn It While You Learn It – why progress comes from figuring it out as you go.The Support Squad Effect – how to build your personal “board of directors.”Blended Life vs. Balanced Life – a more realistic approach to work and family.Agile Leadership – evolving your leadership style through constant learning.She also opens up about moments of rejection, how she reframed imposter syndrome into fuel, and why thriving as a leader often means being willing to feel uncomfortable.If you've ever struggled with self-doubt or questioned whether you're “enough,” Michelle's story will encourage you to see those feelings as proof that you're moving in the right direction.Connect with Michelle:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellemarquis/ The Bossy Girl's Guide to Leadership: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1968250506 ✨ Exclusive Offer to Alex & Annie Listeners:Get a free market assessment from Track with 3 to 5 actionable insights tailored to your business. (valued at $400)You will meet one-on-one with an expert to help evaluate your market, identify opportunities, and build a strategy to help you stand out.

Six Fridays This Fall to Design What You'll Be Retiring To Starts on October 3rd Learn more here - Limited to 10 participants. Take the first step toward shaping your future - register now. ________________________ On this episode of The Retirement Wisdom Podcast, we're joined by Carl Landau, creator and host of I Used to Be Somebody. Carl brings warmth, humor, and introspection as he explores the twists and turns of retiring after an entrepreneurial journey. He shares why letting go of your work identity, redefining purpose, and discovering a mix of new creative outlets—like podcasting, documentary filmmaking, and pickleball—can light up your retirement. Carl reminds us that slowing down doesn't mean stopping, and that reinvention can be both fun and fulfilling. What You'll Learn How Retirement is an Evolving Process—finding your way takes some time, especially for high achievers Why Setting Boundaries is Key —how to avoid turning hobbies into a new full-time job... and losing your freedom How Letting Go Frees You—who you were doesn't define who you'll be next Why Saying “No” is a Game Changer— create space for what truly matters now to you, not for other people's agendas How to Build Your New Life  — develop a meaningful life plan, not just a financial one for retirement Carl Landau joins us from Sacramento, California. _________________________ Bio Carl Landau is the founder of Pickleball Media. He has been an entrepreneur since the age of 26 and started and sold three successful media companies, published five magazines (software development, winemaking and craft brewing industries). He currently hosts the popular podcast I Used to be Somebody, inspiring 50-plus-year-olds how to build their (un)retirement good life. He's the co-author of the book, Pickleball for Dummies. ________________________ For More on Carl Landau I Used to Be Somebody Pickleball for Dummies ________________________ Podcast Episodes You May Like Your Identity Beyond Your Job Title – Laverne McKinnon Lessons Learned in Retirement That Can Help You – Judith Nadratowski The Art of a Balanced Life in Retirement – Dr. Marybeth Crane ________________________ About The Retirement Wisdom Podcast There are many podcasts on retirement, often hosted by financial advisors with their own financial motives, that cover the money side of the street. This podcast is different. You'll get smarter about the investment decisions you'll make about the most important asset you'll have in retirement: your time. About Retirement Wisdom I help people who are retiring, but aren't quite done yet, discover what's next and build their custom version of their next life. A meaningful retirement doesn't just happen by accident. Schedule a call today to discuss how the Designing Your Life process created by Bill Burnett & Dave Evans can help you make your life in retirement a great one — on your own terms. About Your Podcast Host Joe Casey is an executive coach who helps people design their next life after their primary career and create their version of The Multipurpose Retirement.™ He created his own next chapter after a 26-year career at Merrill Lynch, where he was Senior Vice President and Head of HR for Global Markets & Investment Banking. Joe has earned Master's degrees from the University of Southern California in Gerontology (at age 60), the University of Pennsylvania, and Middlesex University (UK), a BA in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, and his coaching certification from Columbia University. In addition to his work with clients, Joe hosts The Retirement Wisdom Podcast, ranked in the top 1% globally in popularity by Listen Notes, with over 1.6 million downloads. Business Insider recognized Joe as one of 23 innovative coaches who are making a difference. He's the author of Win the Retirement Game: How to Outsmart the 9 Forces Trying to Steal Your Joy.

Nurses are the beating heart of our healthcare system, but too often, they're underpaid, overworked, and unheard. In this episode, we're joined by Suani Kwan — a healthcare executive, board member, nurse practitioner, educator, and frontline advocate for sustainable healthcare — and Mike Mannix, co-founder of Unparalleled Performance, NYU professor, and best-selling co-author of The 5Ls: The Gift of a Balanced Life. Together, they're joining forces on a bold mission to impact 1 million nurses.We pull back the curtain on the real challenges nurses face. From impossible staff-to-patient ratios to mental health stigma and burnout and introduce Shiftyy, a platform exclusively for nurses to connect, share and grow. We're on a mission to help 1 million nurses thrive, not just survive and this conversation is where it begins.Whether you're a nurse, a supporter, or someone who believes in better systems, this episode will open your eyes and fire you up.Join the BA Family & follow us on Instagram.Check out the visual on Youtube. Join the free newsletter where you get exclusive access to mindset tips, events and a network of like minded individuals. The #1 Non-Synthetic Supplement for anti-aging, skin, sleep, sexual health & recovery. Use code "breathinair"

Have you ever felt like no matter how much you accomplish, it's never enough? You continue striving forward, but it seems like the goal post keeps moving, and you can never feel fully satisfied with where you are in life. If you're feeling anxious, pressured, worried, and constantly stressing yourself with your own expectations, it may be a signal you're placing unrealistic expectations on yourself—ones that harm your mental health more than they help. In this episode, I'm talking about what it really means to hold unrealistic expectations, how they impact high achievers' mental health, and whether you should lower, adjust, or realign those expectations, to preserve both your ambition and your peace.   In this episode, you will learn: How to recognize when your expectations are working against you Ways to adjust your goals without losing momentum Tools to care for your mental health while staying driven   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   ▶️ Watch the Free Training: Achieve a Calm Mind, Balanced Life, and Empowered Confidence in 90 Days: https://calmlycoping.com/workshop  

In this episode, Dr. Jockers sits down with Erica Jones to explore the daily health habits that actually move the needle. From hydration to sleep hygiene, they reveal why most people overlook the simple routines that drive real results—even when life feels chaotic.   You'll learn how to reframe your morning and evening rituals, why your phone might be wrecking your sleep, and how to build sustainable habits without burning out. Erica shares how she stays grounded as a homeschooling mom of four running multiple businesses.   They also break down how movement becomes easier when you change your identity first—not your schedule. If you've ever struggled with consistency, this conversation offers clear, doable shifts that make wellness less overwhelming.   In This Episode: 00:00 The Importance of Morning and Evening Routines 00:16 The Benefits and Concerns of Omega-3 Fatty Acids 02:31 Special Guest: Erica Jones on Balancing Health and Life 05:05 Foundational Health Habits: Hydration and Sleep 08:46 The Impact of Technology on Sleep and Health 12:20 Daily Disciplines for a Balanced Life 14:19 Mental and Emotional Wellbeing 15:38 Why Most New Year's Resolutions Fail 17:37 Understanding and Managing Emotions 18:41 Creating Sustainable Wellness Routines 20:42 Building Consistent Workout Habits 24:19 The Power of Positive Thinking 28:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   Support your heart, brain, and immune system with Paleo Valley's Wild Caught Fish Roe, a whole food source rich in Omega-3s like EPA and DHA. It's more bioavailable and stable than traditional fish oil, offering benefits for cardiovascular health, mood, and brain function. Go to paleovalley.com/jockers for 15% off your order!   Looking to boost your digestion, immunity, and energy? Just Thrive Probiotic is the answer! Unlike most probiotics that get destroyed by stomach acid, Just Thrive is clinically proven to reach your gut 100% alive. This means better digestion, improved immunity, enhanced energy, and easier weight management. Plus, with their industry-leading 100% money-back guarantee, you've got nothing to lose. Start feeling your best today, go to justthrivehealth.com and use code JOCKERS to save 20%.   Turn on your body's ability to heal with Vibrant Blue Oils, particularly their parasympathetic blend. These natural essential oils activate your nervous system, reduce inflammation, enhance digestion, detoxification, and improve brain function. Visit vibrantblueoils.com/jockers to grab a $15 full-size bottle of their Parasympathetic Blend today!"     "Hydration alone can clear brain fog, ease headaches, and boost energy—yet most people skip it." ~ Dr. Jockers     Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean  TuneIn Radio     Resources: Get 15% off Paleovalley Fish Roe: paleovalley.com/jockers – Use code JOCKERS Save 20% on Just Thrive: justthrivehealth.com – Use code JOCKERS Visit vibrantblueoils.com/jockers and save $15 on a full-size bottle today!     Connect with Erica Jones: Website: https://elevays.com/ Connect with Dr. Jockers: Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ Facebook – https:/www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers Website – https://drjockers.com/ If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/

Are you living your day—or just surviving it? In this episode of One Life, Donny Raus invites you to pause and take a real inventory of your life. As summer winds down, so many of us find ourselves overwhelmed, overextended, and stuck in routines that no longer serve us. Donny shares his own recent spiral into stress—and how a simple act of awareness became the catalyst for profound change.You'll hear how burnout creeps in when we ignore our needs, skip self-care, and suppress the small joys that bring us alive. But more importantly, you'll discover how to reclaim your energy and presence by making three intentional shifts:Bringing awareness to your emotional stateBlocking time for self-care and funPlanning something big that gives you something to look forward toThis episode isn't about doing more. It's about feeling more—in your day, your relationships, and your sense of purpose.Reflect on this: – Where are you running on empty? – What rituals or joys have you been postponing? – What's one simple thing you can do this week to reconnect?Because life isn't later—it's now.To subscribe, comment, or ask a question, visit www.donnyraus.com.

Welcome to episode 104. Today I explore the pros and cons of labelling, particularly when it comes to autism and neurodivergence. Is a diagnosis empowering or limiting? I share how understanding my own and my children's neurotype has brought clarity, self-compassion, and real-life support. Labels can feel restricting to some—but for me it has allowed a deeper level of self-acceptance. We talk identity, advocacy, and why embracing difference can be transformative for both children and adults seeking to understand themselves more deeply. Let's dive in. In this episode:          Labels can empower – How the right diagnosis can bring relief and self-understanding, replacing harmful misconceptions with clarity.          Compassion comes with visibility – Why being seen as different, not difficult, often invites more kindness and patience from others.     Diagnosis is personal – Whether formal or self-diagnosed, what matters is how your diagnosis helps you to live your best, authentic life..   The Happier Life Hub is now OPEN!! Access The Hub for just £20 per month! https://happier-life.co.uk/hub   Season 5 of this podcast is sponsored by Stephanie Ward of The Spicy Brain Collective. We thank Stephanie hugely for her ongoing support. https://www.thespicybraincollective.com https://www.instagram.com/thespicybraincollective https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-ward-sbc   Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE or FOLLOW so you don't miss any new episodes; subscribe to my mailing list and connect with me over on Instagram @happierlifecoach If you would like to know more about how coaching works or to work with me 1-2-1, please visit https://happier-life.co.uk/ For more tips and to be part of the community, sign up to The No Bullshit Guide To A Happier Life Facebook Group now! Have you got a copy of the The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life book? Follow this link to purchase yours now!

In this week's 'Wisdom' episode, we explore the connection between ADHD, perfectionism, and burnout, and how these patterns often shape our daily lives without us realising. I've also written about this deeply personal topic in Chapter 6 (Prevent Burnout) of my upcoming new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit. On today's episode, we revisit conversations with Natalie Englander, an accredited senior CBT therapist and Michaela Thomas, a Clinical Psychologist, coach and author.From procrastination and people-pleasing to self-criticism and the pressure to keep going, we unpack the emotional toll perfectionism can take. We also discuss practical tools like mindfulness and how reframing perfectionism with curiosity and compassion can help us work with our brains, not against them.

We hear the term “well-balanced” in a number of ways. Should a person be well balanced spiritually? Divine power from the Father makes a difference in divine partaking by all of us.

Erik Hatch shares his inspiring journey from ministry to real estate, overcoming debt, building a thriving business, and prioritizing family.(00:00) - Welcome to The REI Agent Podcast(00:30) - Personal Updates: Erica's Igloo Adventure and Epic Date Hike(05:15) - Planning Intentional Dates and Overcoming Challenges(10:45) - Transition to Special Guest: Erik Hatch Introduction(11:30) - Erik Hatch: Journey from Ministry to Real Estate(14:50) - Overcoming Debt and Financial Struggles(17:00) - Building a Real Estate Team and Early Setbacks(19:45) - Balancing Work, Family, and Personal Growth(22:30) - Insights on Infertility, Support, and Emotional Resilience(26:00) - Transforming Pain into Purpose: Lessons on Leadership(29:00) - Erik's Approach to Time Management and Prioritization(32:15) - Closing Reflections: Building a Balanced Life(34:00) - Final Thoughts and Episode Wrap-UpContact Erik Hatch Hatch Coaching Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn TikTok--For more inspiring content like this, go to https://reiagent.com

Smartphones are now ubiquitous, and although they offer many benefits, they can also become a source of anxiety. Worrying about responding to notifications, the feeling of being constantly available, and coming across triggering content on social media are just a few causes. In this episode, I'm sharing the exact ways I set up and use my phone to feel calmer, more focused, and less reactive. You'll learn simple changes to reduce mindless checking, set clear boundaries, and use your phone in a way that actually supports your mental health.   In this episode, you will learn: How compulsive phone use feeds anxiety (especially for high-achievers) The exact setup I use to support calm, clarity, and presence Practical tips and mindset shifts to structure your phone more intentionally   Mentioned in episode: Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport How to Break Up With Your Phone by Catherine Price Newsfeed Eradicator Browser Plugin (Chrome/Firefox) ScreenZen App: https://www.screenzen.co/   My favorite phone apps:

Episode Summary:In this episode of Million Dollar Flip Flops, Rodric sits down with Dave Molenda—speaker, bestselling author of Growing on Purpose, and host of the Positive Polarity Podcast. Dave shares the story of how the 2008 crash forced him to pivot from construction supplies to coaching—and how that pivot unlocked his real purpose.From small course corrections to hard-won lessons about work-life balance, Dave offers practical insights for entrepreneurs who feel like they're grinding alone. The conversation hits on blind spots, burnout, and why your business might be doing worse than you think (even if it feels “fine”).Whether you're scaling a team or just trying to survive another quarter, this episode will get you thinking differently—and moving with more purpose.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3645: Adam M. Lowenstein explores the fine line between meaningful self-improvement and self-indulgence, challenging us to examine whether our personal growth truly serves others or just ourselves. Through thoughtful reflection, he reveals how cultivating balance and embracing the discomfort of that tension is essential to living a more intentional, connected life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.adaml.blog/life-and-news/are-you-working-on-self-improvement-or-self-indulgence Quotes to ponder: "To make yourself a better person is to make the world a better place." "At a certain point, the worthy undertaking of self-improvement has become self-indulgence." "Life is, and should be, a constant calibration and recalibration." Episode references: In Love with the World: https://www.amazon.com/Love-World-Journey-Through-Bardos/dp/0525512535 Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers: https://www.amazon.com/Why-Zebras-Dont-Ulcers-Third/dp/0805073698 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3645: Adam M. Lowenstein explores the fine line between meaningful self-improvement and self-indulgence, challenging us to examine whether our personal growth truly serves others or just ourselves. Through thoughtful reflection, he reveals how cultivating balance and embracing the discomfort of that tension is essential to living a more intentional, connected life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.adaml.blog/life-and-news/are-you-working-on-self-improvement-or-self-indulgence Quotes to ponder: "To make yourself a better person is to make the world a better place." "At a certain point, the worthy undertaking of self-improvement has become self-indulgence." "Life is, and should be, a constant calibration and recalibration." Episode references: In Love with the World: https://www.amazon.com/Love-World-Journey-Through-Bardos/dp/0525512535 Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers: https://www.amazon.com/Why-Zebras-Dont-Ulcers-Third/dp/0805073698 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3645: Adam M. Lowenstein explores the fine line between meaningful self-improvement and self-indulgence, challenging us to examine whether our personal growth truly serves others or just ourselves. Through thoughtful reflection, he reveals how cultivating balance and embracing the discomfort of that tension is essential to living a more intentional, connected life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.adaml.blog/life-and-news/are-you-working-on-self-improvement-or-self-indulgence Quotes to ponder: "To make yourself a better person is to make the world a better place." "At a certain point, the worthy undertaking of self-improvement has become self-indulgence." "Life is, and should be, a constant calibration and recalibration." Episode references: In Love with the World: https://www.amazon.com/Love-World-Journey-Through-Bardos/dp/0525512535 Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers: https://www.amazon.com/Why-Zebras-Dont-Ulcers-Third/dp/0805073698 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Pleasure Zone with Milica Jelenic - Diamond Host In this episode of The Pleasure Zone, we explore the often-overlooked truth that intimacy is not just a luxury—it's essential to a balanced, fulfilling life. Whether you're in a relationship, navigating solo pleasure, or rethinking connection altogether, intimacy plays a foundational role in your emotional, physical, and even spiritual well-being. This episode dives into five core areas where intimacy impacts your life—and how cultivating it consciously can lead to more joy, peace, and personal power: Emotional Regulation Through Connection Physical Health Benefits of Intimacy Self-Intimacy as the Root of Confidence Intimacy Beyond Sex How Lack of Intimacy Creates Imbalance Whether you're seeking to deepen your relationship with others or with yourself, this episode offers tools, reflections, and insights to help you bring intimacy into daily life as a healing and grounding force. Join Milica Jelenic, Holistic Health Practitioner, Sex & Intimacy Coach on this episode of The Pleasure Zone where we will find out more about "How Intimacy Is Integral To A Balanced Life." Grab your Yes, No, Maybe list - all about Playful Tips for Pleasure here  Light From The Shadows: Enriching The Lives Of Others Inspired Choices Network Hosts Author Milica Jelenic   Amazon.com – https://www.amazon.com/dp/1738249417 Amazon.ca – https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1738249417     ~ More About The Pleasure Zone ~ Milica Jelenic is a Sex & Intimacy Coach. What is pleasure? Have you ever noticed that what is pleasing to one body is not necessarily pleasing to all bodies? What if our bodies like to be pleasing and to gift pleasure to others and to receive pleasure? In this show we will explore the world of pleasure. If your body was sensing pleasure more often would your life have more ease? We start out with magical little bodies that turn on everybody. Babies are always having people come up to them and compliment them on their beauty and get really excited to be in their presence. What would the world be like if we stopped judging ourselves, our bodies and others? How much more fun, joy and pleasure is possible on this planet if we choose to be explorers? Whose ready for an adventure??? Milica Jelenic is an advocate for pleasure. In her private practice she invites clients to create life and lifestyle that offers more pleasure and vitality. Milica's intuitive ability to sense where change is possible and to question what is stuck in the target area creates a very dynamic session that promotes choice, possibility and change.   Milica has impacted the lives and health of individuals both in Canada and abroad with her humor, kindness, gentleness, potency and intensity. Milica's approach is playful, fun and direct. Milica is willing to be whatever energy and space is required for the change you desire.   If you are interested in receiving Milica' monthly newsletter about events, classes and information on booking private sessions send and e-mail through her website.  www.milicajelenic.com/ To get more of The Pleasure Zone with Milica Jelenic, be sure to visit the podcast page for replays of all her shows here: https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/podcast/the-pleasure-zone-milica-jelenic/

In this powerful episode, we explore the three core relationships every human being must cultivate for a life of depth and balance: our relationship with ourselves, our relationship with others, and our relationship with God.Drawing from timeless Jewish wisdom, we unpack the three spiritual tools designed to help us grow in each area:Torah – as a mirror to develop self-awareness and purpose.Prayer – as a pathway to build a real and personal relationship with God.Kindness – as the soul-language that connects us deeply with other people.We reflect on the idea that these tools aren't abstract or outdated — they're deeply human, practical, and transformative. With relatable stories, thoughtful insights, and actionable takeaways, this episode is a roadmap for spiritual and emotional wellness grounded in Jewish tradition.

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Send us a textDr. James Bryant shares his transformative approach to helping engineers achieve professional excellence without sacrificing personal fulfillment. He discusses his unique methodology for balancing work and home life, developing leadership skills, and creating meaningful success.Main Topics:Transitioning from engineering to coachingThe "Engineer Your Success" methodologyDeveloping emotional intelligenceStrategic time managementLeadership skills for technical professionalsIdentifying and living core personal valuesAbout the guest: Dr. James Bryant, Ph.D., P.E., is a seasoned civil engineer and leadership coach with over 20 years of experience managing major transportation projects and contributing to national technical committees. Formerly with the Transportation Research Board, he provided executive oversight for more than 22 volunteer committees. Now the founder of Engineer Your Success LLC, James helps engineers and business owners align professional goals with personal well-being. A certified John Maxwell speaker and Master Certified Professional Coach, he emphasizes achieving success without sacrificing fulfillment. His free resource, "The Engineer's Blueprint for a Balanced Life," offers practical guidance for work-life harmony. James also hosts the Engineer Your Success podcast, where he shares leadership insights and interviews industry experts. His coaching and speaking engagements are known for their engaging, value-driven approach to achieving sustainable success in both career and life. LINKS:Dr. James Bryant - LinkedInEngineer Your Success LLC Website Click here to learn more about simulation solutions from Simutech Group.

Making friends in your 20s and 30s is different, it's harder, and requires more intentionality. We're here to help. God designed you as a young adult to crave contagious community, and you're feeling lonely. That's all normal. Join us as we dive into questions that YOU, as the viewer and young adults, have asked us! Our sponsors for this series: Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/f.y.i.podcast www.fyi-podcast.com | www.youngadults.today

Episode 137: Sara Mueller & Her Book, The Balanced Life Blueprint: Revive Your Marriage, Parent With Presence, and Create Feel-Good Success at Work + HomeABOUT SARASara is Harvard-trained emotional intelligence expert, international award-winning success coach, and the best-selling author of The Balanced Life Blueprint. As the CEO of Joy Discovered, she helps managers become leaders of engaged teams that deliver remarkable service and supports high. In her earlier career, she developed service training programs for Fortune Global 500 executives and taught mindfulness to clients like the NFL Combine and behavioral health centers. She's committed to creating a world where people live and lead with connection, courage, and authenticity.CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS• Taking a stand against mediocrity.• The magic of the everyday.• From Minnesota farm town to cultural immersion in Brazil.• Sara's own deep place of burnout.• The value of rock-bottom moments.• Managing oneself.• Feeling a pull to do more.• What balance doesn't look like.• The value of "teeny-tiny" goals.• What can we find 10 minutes for -- that we really want to do?• "I had to realize where I was trying to be a perfectionist versus putting the best work out there and letting it speak for itself for that point in my life."• The lessons of strength in yoga.• The real definition of balance.• The Bogus Beliefs in life.• Neuroscience and permeating patterns in our brains.• How we can call out our own bullshit.• How do I show up for ______________ ?• Living in joy and modeling it for our children.The MAIN QUESTION underlying my conversation with Sara is, How do you avoid mediocrity by not falling prey to your subconscious programming, choosing instead to live life consciously and intentionally? Are you creating the life of your dreams?FIND SARA• Website: www.joydiscovered.com• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saramueller8/• Free Audio Book: www.bookforbalance.com/audio LinkedIn – Full Podcast Article: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/episode-137-sara-mueller-her-book-balanced-life-your-john-m--w85ne/CHAPTERS - FINALIZE00:00 - The Book Leads Podcast – Sara Mueller01:03 - Introduction & Bio02:27 - Where Sara's meaning of mediocrity comes from.04:29 - Who are you today? Can you provide more information about your work?06:11 - How did your path into your career look like, and what did it look like up until now?12:31 - Where Sara's focus on emotional intelligence comes from.15:51 - Sara's process of balancing family, book-writing, and business-building.18:47- More on mediocrity.21:18 - How does the work you're doing today reconcile to who you were as a child?23:37 - Sara on life balance.33:07- Sara's process for recentering herself.40:41 - What do you consider your super power?41:56 - What does leadership mean to you?44:09 - Can you introduce us to the book we're discussing?49:34 - Can you provide a general overview of the book?01:02:49 - What's changed in you in the process of writing this book?01:05:22 - What book has inspired you?01:06:56 - What's next for your writing?01:08:24 - What are you up to these days? (A way for guests to share and market their projects and work.)This series has become my Masterclass In Humanity. I'd love for you to join me and see what you take away from theseconversations.Learn more about The Book Leads and listen to past episodes:· Watch on YouTube· Listen on Spotify· Listen on Apple Podcasts· Read About The Book Leads – Blog PostFor more great content, subscribe to my newsletter LastWeek's Leadership Lessons, if you haven't already!

In this livestream episode of the Soul Elevation Podcast, I dive into the powerful solar activity forecasted for June 2025 and what it means for us on both a physical and spiritual level. I've been wow'ed by the accuracy of the predictions from ascension guide Sandra Walter, I explore how increased solar flares and geomagnetic storms are affecting Earth's energy—and how we can meet these cosmic events with empowerment instead of fear. I share practical tips for preparing for potential disruptions to energy grids, including storing shelf-stable food and clean water, while also highlighting the high-frequency light codes coming through during this solar activity that can support our spiritual awakening and conscious evolution. Rather than succumbing to fear-based narratives, I talk about how to stay informed, centered, and aligned with your Higher Self. I also offer simple grounding practices—like connecting with nature, staying hydrated, and nourishing your body—to help you integrate these energies and maintain inner balance. Join me for this uplifting and informative conversation on navigating the June 2025 solar flares and ascension energy with clarity, resilience, and grace. Resources: App for solar weather alerts: SpaceWeatherLive Download - and use! - the New Earth meditation: https://www.karagoodwin.com/funnel/65489/new-earth-meditation 

There is no such thing as a balanced life if you want to achieve greatness. 

My Dearest TFD Baddies,The last year has been… transformative to say the least. While things in my life have been changing, it's been important to work on feeling happy, peaceful, healthy and wealthy.That can be easier said than done, but I am sharing my tips on how I have laser-focused on working on each of the cogs in my life.All my love,Stephanie xoxo This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thefinancediaries.substack.com

Do you feel like time is slipping away, like you're busy but not fulfilled? In this episode, I guide you through an energy-based approach to time auditing. Using my Energy Wheel exercise, we explore how you're spending your hours, what feelings are attached to those hours, and how to reallocate your time toward joy, clarity, and growth. This isn't about hustling harder. It's about living more fully. You'll learn: • How to track your time honestly and energetically • What daily activities are robbing your joy and clarity • How to re-center around wellness, creativity, and deep work • Why time spent in high-frequency emotions creates more success This conversation will help you stop the self-abandonment that comes from overworking, over-pleasing, and overcommitting, and start building a schedule that honors your values and vision. We also explore how intentional living supports long-term professional growth and prevents burnout. Because business is not sustainable without you. ✨ Download the free Energy Wheel Worksheet to bring these insights to life and start aligning your time with what truly matters. Get your copy here: https://bit.ly/4krZ6JL

In this episode of the Men of Vision Podcast, Dwayne Roberts explores the concept of time management from a spiritual perspective, emphasizing that time is a gift from God rather than a mere tool. He encourages listeners to view their time as a treasure to be stewarded wisely, aligning their daily activities with their values and purpose. The conversation delves into the importance of prioritizing commitments, identifying distractions, and creating a practical framework for managing time effectively. Dwayne challenges listeners to reflect on their time usage and make intentional choices that honor their faith and calling. Takeaways Your calendar reveals more about your faith than words. Time is not a tool, but a treasure to be stewarded. It's not about managing time, it's about managing yourself. Time is a gift from God, not a burden. You don't have a time problem, you have a priority problem. Procrastination can disguise itself in many forms. God doesn't bless disorder in our lives. Consider giving God 10% of your time as a priority. Time is precious and should be treated as your most valuable currency. Your daily routine reflects your spiritual revelation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Time Management as a Treasure 02:44 Shifting Perspectives on Time Management 09:12 Identifying and Overcoming Procrastination 10:12 Establishing Priorities for a Balanced Life 13:07 The TIME Framework for Effective Stewardship 15:04 Final Thoughts on Time and Purpose Learn more visit https://dwaynehroberts.com Donte to the Men of Vision Podcast here: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=24PBDCKCWJSDA

Feeling the tension between work and home life? In this episode, BOP Business Coaches Shawn "Dickie" Stinson and Brandon "Donny" Gray are joined by BOP Business Coach Brent "Darryl" Whitaker to talk about how life and business always intersect—and what happens when we don't acknowledge it. From setting rhythms and boundaries to defining what matters most, this conversation will challenge you to lead with intention at home and at work. Watch now and discover how aligning your values in both areas can transform everything. Are you working IN your business or ON your business? Do you have all of the foundational elements that will liberate you from the business chaos? Take the assessment to find out which areas you can grow and improve on. Take our Healthy Owner Business Assessment HERE➡️ http://bit.ly/healthybusiness1 SIGN UP for our Newsletter HERE ➡️ https://www.boproadmap.com/newsletter For blogs and updates, visit our site HERE ➡️ https://www.mybusinessonpurpose.com/blog/ LISTEN to the Business On Purpose Podcast HERE ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-business-on-purpose/id969222210 SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel HERE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPR8lTHY0ay4c0iqncOztg?sub_confirmation=1

This presentation delves into the complexities of cortisol, often labeled as the stress hormone, and its essential role in human health. The discussion covers the mechanisms of cortisol production, the stages of the stress response, and the dangers of elevated cortisol levels. It emphasizes the importance of the pituitary gland, the impact of cortisol on neurotransmitters, and the vicious cycle of sugar addiction linked to cortisol. The conversation also explores testing and managing cortisol levels, the debate between natural remedies and medications, the benefits of a ketogenic diet, and the significance of exercise, meditation, and creating a positive environment for mental health. Finally, it touches on the power of manifestation and goal setting in achieving personal success.Chapters00:00 Understanding Cortisol: The Stress Hormone02:42 The HPA Axis and Stress Response05:37 General Adaptation Syndrome: Stages of Stress08:26 Cortisol's Impact on Health and Well-being11:46 The Role of Neurotransmitters and Sugar Cravings14:37 Insulin Resistance and Hormonal Balance17:25 Testing and Managing Cortisol Levels20:48 Natural Remedies vs. Medications for Cortisol Issues23:39 The Importance of Diet in Cortisol Management26:25 Ketones and Their Role in Health30:36 Nourishing the Body: Essential Nutrients and Hydration34:24 Exercise and Recovery: Balancing Stress and Activity37:37 Meditation and Visualization: Harnessing the Power of the Mind44:25 Grounding and Natural Light: Connecting with Nature for Well-being50:32 Managing Modern Stress: Strategies for a Balanced Life

In this episode, Dr. Henry Cloud explores the concept of balance in life, focusing on the relationship between our relational and performance sides. He explains how integrity means being whole and integrated in both areas, using the metaphor of a boat's wake to help listeners evaluate their life patterns. Throughout the episode, Dr. Cloud provides practical ways to assess life balance, shares strategies for identifying narcissistic behavior, and offers advice on dealing with criticism and perfectionism. The episode includes call-in segments where Dr. Cloud helps listeners who are struggling with perfectionism in their creative pursuits and setting effective boundaries with difficult family members.   Are toxic relationships draining your energy and stealing your joy? You're not alone, and you don't have to keep feeling stuck. Dr. Henry Cloud has helped millions of people reclaim their peace by setting healthy boundaries. Dr. Cloud's free guide, "10 Strategies for Dealing with Toxic People," teaches you how to spot harmful behaviors like gaslighting, effectively handle narcissists, and say "no" without guilt.   It's time to feel safe again. Download your free copy at www.boundaries.me/free  

Taylor Dadds is a runner, a recipe developer and the creator of the online community, One Balanced Life, where she shares simple recipes you can get on the table ASAP! After years of restrictive eating and an unhealthy relationship with food, Taylor worked to find balance where she can enjoy all foods without labels, restrictions, or diets. She now shares those recipes online to help others find food freedom! In the episode, Taylor and Haven discuss coming back from injury, Taylor's recent 10K, and her upcoming half marathon, the Kentucky Derby Mini Marathon! She shares where she gets her recipe inspiration and how much she loves creating new recipes for her online community! Keep up with Taylor's running on Instagram @taylor.dadds and get quick and easy recipes at @onebalancedlife. Thank you to HxH Podcast Sponsor, A Ranger Paints. Podcast listeners can get 10% off their purchase using code "HXH10"!Follow Haven on Instagram @healthbyhaven for more health and wellness content! 

Episode 106: In this episode, we sit down with our fave Boston sister duo — Two Toned Training — to talk all things fitness, routines, and building a healthy lifestyle that actually sticks. From their personal wellness journeys to tips for toning up, we cover morning routines, non-negotiables, and what it's really like to build a business with your sister. Whether you're just getting started or looking to level up your current routine, this one's packed with inspo (and real talk) you won't want to miss.

Send us a textIn this uplifting episode, Pearl Chiarenza, host of Soulful Self-Care Conversations, welcomes Dr. Martine Canal, a self-care strategist, bestselling author, and experienced nurse. Dr. Canal, with over 25 years in nursing, empowers women over 40 to reduce stress and live balanced, fulfilling lives through effective self-care strategies. The conversation delves into the importance of self-care, personal growth, and empowerment. Listeners will gain insights into overcoming challenges, setting realistic goals, and the joy of living authentically. Dr. Canal's inspiring journey and practical advice make this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking to enhance their well-being.Importance of self-care for women, particularly those over 40.Personal growth and empowerment through self-care practices.Sharing personal journeys and challenges faced by women.Techniques for effective self-care, including journaling and mindfulness.The significance of setting realistic goals and expectations in self-care.The role of community support and accountability in personal growth.Exploring joy and identifying activities that bring happiness.The impact of societal expectations on personal well-being.The necessity of being present and living authentically.Encouragement to take actionable steps toward prioritizing well-being.Dr. Martine Canal is a Self-Care Strategist, best-selling author, and a nurse with over 25 years of experience. She empowers women over 40 to reduce stress, maintain well-being, and live balanced, fulfilling lives through proven self-care strategies. She is the CEO of Self-Care Genius, a podcaster and avid traveler.https://wwwMartinecanal.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-martine-canal-8a8684113https://instagram.com/martine_canalhttps://www.facebook.com/martine.canal.37Wellness to Success Podcasthttps://wwwWellnesstosuccess.comGet Dr Martine's Self-Care Assessment Questionnaire at https://wwwSelfcaregenius.comFollow Pearl onsocial media TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook: @PearlchiarenzaGo to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.wsliving.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Remember to embrace your inner pearl, nourish yourself, and find balance in life. Staytrue to your authentic self and continue working on your personal growth.

When yoga teachers cue students to find or make more space in their physical bodies, what are they trying to help you integrate into your practice? Creating space is much more than the environment in which you practice yoga. Join Brenda as she explains how to cultivate the space-creating tools that you learn in your practice and apply these same tools to decluttering your life when off the mat.

Ever feel like work is creeping into every part of your life? Your boss emails you on weekends, clients expect instant replies, or—even if you're your own boss—you find yourself working at all hours? Setting boundaries at work can feel impossible… and if you do set them, guilt kicks in. But here's the truth: You can set boundaries and still be seen as dedicated and capable. And in today's episode, I'm going to show you how—whether you work for someone else or run your own business.   In this episode, you will learn: Why work boundaries are non-negotiable for your mental health and success How to communicate boundaries without feeling awkward or guilty Practical ways to stick to your boundaries, even when people push back   Sources: https://www.thetimes.com/uk/scotland/article/four-day-work-week-scotland-switch-7nzwcd7tz https://www.theguardian.com/business/2024/nov/09/english-councils-free-to-adopt-four-day-week-after-government-drops-concerns https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/4-day-work-week-trial-yields-overwhelming-success-in-u-k-researchers-say https://www.hunton.com/hunton-employment-labor-perspectives/proposed-california-law-would-penalize-employers-for-contacting-employees-after-hours   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   ▶️ Watch the Free Training: Achieve a Calm Mind, Balanced Life, and Empowered Confidence in 90 Days: https://calmlycoping.com/workshop  

After a successful, demanding, and high-stress career, how do you shift gears to a new, more balanced life in an early retirement?  Marybeth Crane shares her story and insights. Dr. Marybeth Crane joins us from Texas. _________________________ Bio Dr. Marybeth Crane is a retired board-certified podiatric foot and ankle surgeon. She specialized in sports medicine in private practice for over twenty-five years and successfully built a multi-million-dollar private practice from humble beginnings. In her spare time, she completed more than twenty marathons, a dozen or so Half-Ironmans, and two Full Ironman Triathlons. She's the author of the book Drop the S: Recovering from Superwoman Syndrome. She believes that exercise is the most powerful drug physicians can prescribe and that choosing a healthy lifestyle will help combat the aging process. ____________________________ For More on Dr. Marybeth Crane Drop the S: Recovering From Superwoman Syndrome Website Blog _____________________________ Podcast Conversations You May Like The Power of Reinvention – Joanne Lipman Strategic Quitting – Julia Keller Is It Time to Break Up with Busy? – Yvonne Tally ______________________________ About The Retirement Wisdom Podcast There are many podcasts on retirement, often hosted by financial advisors with their own financial motives, that cover the money side of the street. This podcast is different. You'll get smarter about the investment decisions you'll make about the most important asset you'll have in retirement: your time. About Retirement Wisdom I help people who are retiring, but aren't quite done yet, discover what's next and build their custom version of their next life. A meaningful retirement doesn't just happen by accident. Schedule a call today to discuss how The Designing Your Life process created by Bill Burnett & Dave Evans can help you make your life in retirement a great one – on your own terms. About Your Podcast Host  Joe Casey is an executive coach who also helps people design their next life after their primary career and create their version of The Multipurpose Retirement.™ He created his own next chapter after a twenty-six-year career at Merrill Lynch, where he was Senior Vice President and Head of HR for Global Markets & Investment Banking. Today, in addition to his work with clients, Joe hosts The Retirement Wisdom Podcast, which thanks to his guests and loyal listeners, ranks in the top 1 % globally in popularity by Listen Notes, with over 1.6 million downloads. Business Insider has recognized Joe as one of 23 innovative coaches who are making a difference. He's the author of Win the Retirement Game: How to Outsmart the 9 Forces Trying to Steal Your Joy. Connect on LinkedIn _________________________ On Identity in Retirement "I actually found that's a real thing. My husband was very concerned because I've been Dr. Crane for 30 years. And now all of a sudden, I'm Marybeth. And I will tell you that probably for the first six months to a year, it was hard to meet someone new and say, Hi, I'm Dr. Crane. No, it's a Hi, I'm Marybeth. And I would have to change it because I didn't want to sound like some arrogant jerk. Oh, by the way, I'm a doctor. So it's a real thing. But you also start to think about who is Marybeth versus Dr. Crane, because Dr. Crane was like a different entity. In fact, my husband would tell me when I came home, could you turn the doctor off? Because I was running the practice and my name's first on the door, it's my way of the highway kind of thing. And you'd come home, and now you're a team. And I'm not the captain of the team necessarily every day. So in retirement, you start to actually be more your authentic self." On Structure in Retirement "You learn to figure out what your priorities are for getting through your day -  the things that you want to get accomplished, the things you can get accomplished,

In this episode, I sit down with Justin Hai, a man whose story redefined what love, devotion, and resilience mean to me. Justin shares the deeply personal journey of his wife Jojo, who survived a traumatic brain injury in college, an event that shaped the rest of their lives. Their love story is raw, powerful, and unlike anything I've ever heard. From meeting online to raising a family through adversity, Justin speaks openly about the connection he and Jojo share, one so deep, that it's as if their souls are tethered.We also explore his passion for health and healing, including how cortisol, the stress hormone has quietly become one of the biggest threats to our well-being. Justin's company, Rebalance, offers a supplement that's backed by clinical studies and changing lives, especially for women navigating menopause.This conversation touched everything from parenting and presence to what really matters in life: connection, play, grounding, and showing up for the people you love.If you've ever questioned your priorities, this one might just shift your perspective.Key Moments:4:15 Recovery and Uncertainty9:12 The Reality of Life Together17:00 The Spiritual Oneness of Their Love19:00 The Five Pillars of a Balanced Life23:00 Fatherhood and Intentional Parenting26:50 Raising Good Humans32:30 The Importance of Play35:00 Finding Joy in the Little Things44:00 The Birth of Rebalance50:00 Doing the Right ThingJustin Hai Info.Instagram: @justin_a_hai (https://www.instagram.com/justin_a_hai/)Website: rebalancehealth.com-Where to find Tyler Hall: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchall/ Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-tyler-hall-archives-7018241874482122753/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sirTHALL Work with Tyler: https://www.tylerchristianhall.com/

The growing trend of holistic skin care is revolutionizing how estheticians approach beauty and wellness. More than just treating the skin, many professionals are incorporating integrated care to nurture both the body and mind. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella welcome guest Lashelle Ullie—a licensed esthetician who focuses specifically on the unique needs of men's skin health. Lashelle embraces a holistic view, recognizing the connection between skin health and overall well-being. About Lashelle Ullie: Lashelle Ullie is a licensed skin health professional focused on holistic wellness for men. He assesses skin health and creates comprehensive care plans by connecting clients with various health practices. This integrated approach addresses root causes of skin issues, promoting preventative health and collaboration among health professionals to enhance men's overall well-being. To learn more information about Lashelle, visit https://www.lashelleullie.com/ ASCP Esty Talk with Maggie Staszcuk and Ella Cressman Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP Esty Talk is a weekly podcast hosted by Maggie Staszcuk and Ella Cressman. We see your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! Ella enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin.   Connect with Ella Cressman:   LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a    About Maggie Staszcuk: Maggie has been a licensed esthetician since 2006 and holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from Stephens College. She has worked in the spa and med-spa industry and served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Education Program Manager.     Connect with Maggie:    P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636   E MStaszcuk@ascpskincare.com or AMI@ascpskincare.com   About our Sponsors The popular and revolutionary LAMPROBE utilizes radio and high-frequency technology to treat a wide variety of Minor Skin Irregularities™ (MSI)—non-invasively—with instantaneous results. Common conditions treated by the LAMPROBE include: vascular MSI, such as cherry angiomas; dilated capillaries; sebaceous MSI, including cholesterol deposits and milia; and hyperkerantinized MSI, such as keratoses and skin tags.   The LAMPROBE uniquely assists modern, capable, and skilled skin care practitioners to do their work more effectively and with greater client and professional satisfaction. Setting standards in quality, education, and training, the LAMPROBE has become an essential tool enabling skin care practitioners around the world to offer new revenue-enhancing and highly in-demand services.   Website: www.lamprobe.com   Email: info@lamskin.com   Phone: 877-760-2722   Instagram: www.instagram.com/lamprobe   Facebook: www.facebook.com/theLAMPROBE   TiZO Mineral Sunscreens set the standard for aesthetic elegance with tinted and non-tinted formulas for use on virtually all skin types and tones. Our name reflects our commitment: TIZO = Titanium dioxide + Zinc Oxides. All TiZO products are reef-friendly and 100% free of chemical sunscreens, dyes, fragrances, gluten, phthalates, and parabens.  TiZO Photoceutical Skincare is the perfect partner to our sunscreens in the fight against photoaging. These silky, elegant products address tone, texture and hydration while helping to prevent further damage. From our flagship TiZO3 Primer/Sunscreen SPF 40 to our gentle Ultra Zinc formulations to our NEW Advanced Vitamin C+E Serum with Bakuchiol, TIZO has the ideal selection of products to Protect, Repair, and Revitalize skin.    Website: https://tizoskin.com/  Facebook: @tizoskin  Pinterest: @tizoskin  Instagram: @tizoskin  YouTube: @tizoskin     A Natural Difference To create a new formulation, is like creating an orchestra. You need to select the right instruments for the best sound and vibrations and a conductor who knows how to place them. We need the delicate sound of a violin, the deep sound of the drums and trumpets for their powerful beat and sound. The same applies in a formulation. By only selecting synergistically working ingredients, it will work for the most sensitive and compromised to the strongest stubborn breakouts. Advanced Aging or Melasma needs the power of the drums and trumpets, where delicate and sensitive skin needs the string orchestra. We at A Natural Difference been playing comprising an entire Orchestra for over 35 years   Website: www.anaturaldifference.com   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anaturaldifferenceusa/   Instagram: a_natural_difference   About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP):   Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member.   Connect with ASCP:   Website: www.ascpskincare.com   Email: getconnected@ascpskincare.com   Phone: 800-789-0411   Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare   Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare    

You've worked hard to get to where you are—pushing yourself, proving yourself, and striving for excellence. And it worked. But now? You're exhausted, stuck, and maybe even resentful. What once fueled your success is now burning you out. In this episode, we'll explore why the habits that got you here are no longer serving you, how to redefine success on your own terms, and what steps you can take to shift from survival mode to a more balanced, fulfilling life.   In this episode, you will learn: Why the habits that made you successful are now leading to burnout and frustration How to identify and shift away from fear-based overworking and perfectionism Actionable steps to redefine success, set boundaries, and create a more sustainable, fulfilling life   Mentioned in episode: Are Fear and Anxiety Secretly Motivating Your Goals? https://www.becalmwithtati.com/fear-motivating-you/ YouTube link: https://youtu.be/0CwAaUyQniA   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   ▶️ Watch the Free Training: Achieve a Calm Mind, Balanced Life, and Empowered Confidence in 90 Days: https://calmlycoping.com/workshop ———————   Want more?  

About Dr. Sarah Doyle: Dr. Sarah Doyle is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Diplomate with the American Clinical Board of Nutrition. Founder of DrSarahDoyle.com, creator of the 7X Method Biohacking Bootcamp, Co-Founder and principal clinician of HealWell Regenerative Institute in Miami Beach. Author of The THIN Formula and the 7X Method. “The internet is full of contradictions and misinformation. Learn biohacking from a board-certified, licensed clinician… stop listening to influencers!” Through functional medicine testing, evidence-based protocols, and lifestyle modification coaching, Dr. Doyle has developed a proven system that has helped her clients lose weight, increase energy and sex drive. Sexual vitality is an important indicator of your overall health. Nobody wants to spend the last years of their lives sitting in a wheelchair, being bedridden, bouncing in and out of hospitals, or being a burden to their loved ones. Her focus is on root-cause medicine and all-natural solutions that have NO side effects. My mission is to keep people out of hospitals and off prescription medications. What We Discuss In This Episode: Dr. Sarah Doyle emphasizes the importance of comprehensive hormone testing for women over 40—going beyond standard blood tests to include urine panels that measure hormone metabolites like estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. This deeper analysis helps identify imbalances more accurately, allowing for targeted, effective treatment plans. During perimenopause and menopause, hormonal shifts can trigger symptoms such as insomnia, anxiety, depression, and joint or muscle pain. Rather than relying on prescription medications, Dr. Sarah takes a natural approach, using supplements and herbs to restore balance and alleviate these symptoms. She also highlights how nutrient deficiencies and gut dysbiosis can worsen hormonal and neurological issues as women age. To combat this, she recommends a nutrient-dense diet, targeted supplementation, and resetting the gut microbiome to support overall well-being. Dr. Sarah's signature 'Seven X Method' focuses on aligning food intake with the body's circadian rhythms—an approach that has helped her clients improve digestion, reduce inflammation, and enhance metabolic health, all without intense exercise.   Resources from Dr. Sara Doyle: Dr. Sarah offers a 10-12 week biohacking bootcamp program that provides comprehensive support, education, and personalized guidance to help women optimize their health and prevent issues like Alzheimer's. Use Code LIFE2000 for your discounted price. https://drsarahdoyle.com   Order Dr. Sarah's newest book for life-changing nutrition advice; recipes included, 7X Method: The Truth About Food and Your Body That's Never Been Told Until Now: https://a.co/d/jexRfKy Check out her book on Amazon, The THIN Formula: Lifestyle Modifications to Help you Lose Weight, Gain Energy, and Increase Sex Drive: https://a.co/d/cVrSXww   Connect With Dr. Sarah Doyle: Website: https://DrSarahDoyle.com      Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/7XMethod YouTube:  https://www.YouTube.com/7XMethod LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sarah-doyle Labs & Coaching: https://DrSarahDoyle.com/services/   Juice Cleanse: https://DrSarahDoyle/order-juices    Connect with Lynne: If you're looking for a community of like-minded women on a journey - just like you are - to improved health and wellness, overall balance, and increased confidence, check out Lynne's private community in The Energized Healthy Women's Club. It's a supportive and collaborative community where the women in this group share tips and solutions for a healthy and holistic lifestyle. (Discussions include things like weight management, eliminating belly bloat, balancing hormones, wrangling sugar gremlins,  overcoming fatigue, recipes, strategies, perimenopause & menopause, and much more ... so women can feel energized, healthy, and lighter, with a new sense of purpose. Website:  https://holistic-healthandwellness.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holistichealthandwellnessllc The Energized Healthy Women's Club:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/energized.healthy.women Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnewadsworth LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnewadsworth   Free Resources from Lynne Wadsworth: ✨ Ready to Thrive in Menopause? Let's Make It Happen!

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Wellness + Wisdom | Episode 705 Wellness + Wisdom Podcast Host, Josh Trent, shares how to honor the seasons of your life according to the four seasons of the year to live a more harmonious life. Is there a topic that you'd like us to cover in the next AMA episode? Record your message HERE.