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When was the last time you said your desires out loud…or even admitted them to yourself? In Part 2, Caitlin V and I dive DEEP into the heart of women's sexuality: Body count shame, the “good girl” myth, what to do when sex fizzles in a long-term relationship, and why honoring YOUR truth (not just your partner's) is the only path to lasting pleasure and freedom.We break down how women can restore their relationship with their own bodies, what to do if you and your partner want different things, and the rules I swear by in my own marriage to keep desire AND honesty alive. Learn the communication tools to revive intimacy after a sexual dry spell, plus the empowering strategies to clear resentment, heal shame, and finally, unapologetically ask for what YOU want, in and out of the bedroom. Homie, your sexuality is your superpower, let's set it free.SHOWNOTES“Body count,” shame, and the female experience: Whose story are you living?Why feeling “too much” or “not enough” keeps us from pleasureMoving through betrayal, bed death, and starting the sex talk againNavigating mismatched desires and honoring YOUR needsWhy radical honesty (and permission to say “no”) changes everythingBuilding erotic creativity after years: Small steps for big changeWhy tying sex to love and worthiness holds women back (and how to undo it)Communication after “bed death”: From silence to true connectionThe single phrase that transforms your relationship (and your sex life)Thank you to our sponsors:Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisaOneSkin: 15% off with code LISA at https://oneskin.co/lisaFollow Caitlin V:Website: https://caitlinvneal.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/caitlinvictoriousx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CaitlinVFOLLOW LISA BILYEU:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpactTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeuSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Do you ever tell yourself you'll wear the swimsuit, get in the family photo, or finally enjoy the beach after you lose weight?If so, you're not alone—and your body may not be the real obstacle.In this episode, Dr. Stacy explores why so many women struggle with body confidence during summer and introduces one of her favorite behavior-change tools: the thought ladder.You'll learn why trying to jump from self-criticism to self-love often doesn't work, how automatic thoughts shape emotions and behaviors, and why a simple, believable next thought can make all the difference.Most importantly, you'll discover why participation doesn't have to wait until confidence arrives.In this episode you'll learn:Why the swimsuit usually isn't the real problemHow automatic thoughts influence emotions and behaviorWhy positive affirmations often feel fakeHow to use a thought ladder to create believable changeWhy participation builds confidence—not the other way aroundOne simple exercise you can try this summerIf you'd like coaching and support as you practice these mindset shifts in real life, join us inside Lifestyle Support Monthly, where we take these concepts beyond awareness and into sustainable implementation.www.sugarfreemd.com/LSMFree 2-Pound Plan Call!Want to jump start your weight loss? Schedule a free call where Dr. Stacy Heimburger will work with you to create a personalized plan to lose 2 pounds in one week, factoring in your unique circumstances, challenges, and aspirations. Schedule now! www.sugarfreemd.com/2poundThis episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.
In this episode of CFO 4.0 Revisited, we're looking back at episode 134, where Hannah Munro was joined by Ilana Esterrich, then CFO at Planned Parenthood, now CFO & Strategic Advisor for a rich conversation on sustainable transformational leadership.Ilana shares her wealth of knowledge and experience in driving successful organisational transformations, highlighting the critical role change management plays in achieving lasting results.In this episode, we cover:The significance of people skills in driving successful changeHow to communicate the "why" effectively and align it with individual motivationsCreating a sense of one team and fostering a culture that's open to changeWhy reducing non-value-adding activities in finance processes matters
You might think of blood sugar as something that only matters if you have diabetes, but it actually influences so much more than your lab results. Your energy, cravings, mood, skin health, and menstrual cycle can all be affected by how your body responds to blood sugar changes throughout the day. In this episode, we're breaking down:What blood sugar and insulin actually do in the body, and why they matter for hormonesThe connection between insulin, skin changes, and hormonal symptoms like acneHow blood sugar spikes and crashes can show up as energy dips, cravings, and mood changeWhy blood sugar matter for menstrual cycles, especially with conditions like PMOS (PCOS)Simple food-first strategies to support steadier energy and hormone health, without cutting carbs If you've been feeling tired, constantly hungry, struggling with cravings, or wondering if your blood sugar could be playing a role in your symptoms, this episode is for you. Loved this episode? A quick rating or review helps more people find evidence-based hormone nutrition support when they need it most. Want to start supporting your blood sugar and hormones? Download our free Hormone + Gut Health Toolkit here. You might think of blood sugar as something that only matters if you have diabetes, but it actually influences so much more than your lab results. Your energy, cravings, mood, skin health, and menstrual cycle can all be affected by how your body responds to blood sugar changes throughout the day. In this episode, we're breaking down:What blood sugar and insulin actually do in the body, and why they matter for hormonesThe connection between insulin, skin changes, and hormonal symptoms like acneHow blood sugar spikes and crashes can show up as energy dips, cravings, and mood changeWhy blood sugar matter for menstrual cycles, especially with conditions like PMOS (PCOS)Simple food-first strategies to support steadier energy and hormone health, without cutting carbs If you've been feeling tired, constantly hungry, struggling with cravings, or wondering if your blood sugar could be playing a role in your symptoms, this episode is for you. Loved this episode? A quick rating or review helps more people find evidence-based hormone nutrition support when they need it most. Want to start supporting your blood sugar and hormones? Download our free Hormone + Gut Health Toolkit here. References Borzyszkowska. D., Niedzielska. M., Kozłowski. M., Brodowska. A., Przepiera. A., Malczyk-Matysiak. K., Cymbaluk-Płoska. A., & Sowińska-Przepiera. E. (2022). Acne Vulgaris and Insulin Resistance. Cells, 11(24). https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9777314/ Kristin Kaduk. K., Kaeber. M., Kühnel. A., Torrado. M.B., Grahlow. M., Derntl. B., & Kroemer. N.B. (2025). Glucose levels are associated with mood, but the association is mediated by ratings of metabolic state. eBioMedicine, 124. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12905624/ Kursad Unluhizarci. K., Karaca. Z., & Kelestimur. F. (2021). Role of insulin and insulin resistance in androgen excess disorders. World Journal of Diabetes, 12(5). https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8107978/ Poznyak. A.V., Litvinova. L., Poggio. P., Sukhorukov . V.N., & Orekhov. A.N. (2022). Effect of Glucose Levels on Cardiovascular Risk. Cells, 11(19). https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9562876/
What if one film could change the way the world sees an entire community—and inspire a new generation to believe in hope over stereotypes?In this powerful inspirational episode, Reginald D sits down with producer Nicole Gregory and co-writer Kirk Marshall, the creative minds behind the upcoming film The VILL—an inspiring story set in Chicago's historic ABLA Homes during the 1980s.Far beyond the headlines and stereotypes, The VILL tells a story of brotherhood, mentorship, resilience, basketball, leadership, hope, and community. Inspired by true events and real people, the film highlights the positive influence of mentors, coaches, teachers, and community leaders who helped shape generations of young people despite difficult circumstances.Nicole and Kirk discuss how a simple conversation evolved into a movement that is preserving an important chapter of Chicago's history while giving today's generation an inspiring example of unity, leadership, and purpose.In this inspirational conversation, you'll discover:Why authentic storytelling changes livesThe untold positive history of Chicago's ABLA HomesHow brotherhood and mentorship transform communitiesWhy positive role models matter now more than everThe importance of preserving community historyBuilding hope through sports, education, and leadershipWhy representation in film mattersHow community creates lasting changeTurning personal experiences into purpose-driven storytellingInspiring the next generation through authentic storiesNicole also shares her journey as a filmmaker and producer, while Kirk explains how his childhood experiences became the inspiration for a project that has now grown into a community movement. Together, they discuss why The VILL is more than a film—it's a story of hope, healing, resilience, and legacy.Nicole Gregory and Kirk Marshall share why communities thrive when mentors, coaches, teachers, parents, and neighbors invest in young people. Their conversation reminds us that positive role models, authentic storytelling, and shared purpose can inspire hope where many people only expect hardship.Why mentorship changes livesHow authentic stories preserve historyThe importance of community leadershipWhy unity creates lasting impactHow creativity becomes a tool for changeWhy hope always begins with people willing to serve othersPress play now to hear this powerful inspirational conversation and discover how one authentic story can inspire hope, strengthen communities, and transform generations.Nicole's Social Media: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iam.nicolegregoryFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/i.am.nicolegregoryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iam.nicolegregoryKirk's Social Media:Facebook:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/konstantgrooveFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirkalatelNicole's First Interview: Surviving Rock Bottom, Finding Purpose: Actress, Model Nicole Gregory On Faith, Healing & The Power Of Support (Inspirational)Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/motivational-speeches-inspiration-real-talk-with/id1650658574?i=1000704937446 Send us Fan MailSupport the showFor daily motivation and inspiration, subscribe and follow Real Talk With Reginald D on social media:Instagram: realtalkwithreginaldd TikTok: @realtalkregd Youtube: @realtalkwithreginald Website: https://www.realtalkwithreginaldd.com Real Talk With Reginald D - MerchandiseReal Talk With Reginald D is a faith-based globally ranked inspirational and motivational podcast designed to motivate, empower & transform lives through powerful motivational speeches, authentic conversations, and real-life inspirational stories. Each episode delivers motivational and inspirational coaching focused on self improvement, leadership, healing, resilience & purpose. Rooted in faith and motivation, this Christian-based platform blends practical growth strategies with biblical wisdom, helping listeners strengthen their mindset, deepen their faith, and walk boldly in their calling. Check out Reginald D's powerful motivational speeches today!`
For years we've been told that if fasting is good, then fasting longer must be better.That simply isn't true.Fasting is one of the most powerful healing tools we have, but it's also a stressor. Like exercise, the benefits don't come from the stress itself. They come from how well your body recovers afterward.In this solo episode, Dr. Mindy explains how to tell whether fasting is supporting your metabolism or pushing your nervous system beyond its limits. You'll learn the five green lights that signal your body is adapting well, the five red flags that tell you it's time to pull back, and simple ways to adjust your fasting practice based on your hormones, stress levels, and stage of life.Whether you're new to fasting or you've been doing it for years, this episode will help you stop guessing and start working with your body instead of against it.In this episode you'll learn:Why fasting is a beneficial stressor, but only in the right doseThe difference between metabolic stress and chronic stressHow your nervous system influences your fasting resultsFive signs fasting is working with your bodyFive red flags that indicate your fasting routine needs to changeWhy sleep, energy, hormones, and muscle are powerful feedback systemsHow to adjust your fasting practice based on your cycle and life stageThe importance of recovery, refeeding, and metabolic flexibilityWhy fasting should always be personalizedResources MentionedDr. Mindy's BooksReset AcademyBurn Fat Like a Girl: Your Natural GLP-1 ResetNervous System Free ResourceLMNTBEAM MineralsStandard Process EZ MagFor more resources related to today's episode, visit the podcast episode page: drmindypelz.com/ep350Connect with Dr. Mindy:Join Reset AcademyWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Dr. Mindy on InstagramSubscribe to Dr. Mindy's newsletterDisclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, fasting routine, or lifestyle.
Everything in life is changing—whether you go along with it or not.In this episode, I dive into why adaptability is one of the most important qualities for building a resilient, fulfilling life. I talk about the fears that often hide beneath our resistance to change, how our nervous system reacts to uncertainty, and why growth requires us to become comfortable with discomfort.Whether you're moving through a life transition, building new habits, ending a relationship, starting something new, or stepping into a bigger version of yourself, this episode will help you navigate change with more courage and confidence.In this episode:Why adaptability matters more than confidence, talent, or intelligenceThe hidden fears that often sit underneath changeHow your nervous system responds to uncertaintyWhy growth always requires discomfortThe connection between resilience and psychological flexibilityHow to stop sabotaging positive changeWhy success can feel uncomfortableThe role your future self plays in personal growthLetting go of what no longer belongsHow embracing change creates a more fulfilling life⭐️YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS: Please: Subscribe + leave 5⭐️Star rating +review HEREEnjoy! xRxFIND ME ON:️INSTAGRAMSUBSTACKYOUTUBEXTHREADS
What if the secret to lasting weight loss had nothing to do with diets… and everything to do with your mind?In this empowering episode, I sit down with Dr. Deb Butler—Certified Master Weight Loss & Life Coach, Board-Certified Chiropractor, Nutritionist, Acupuncturist, and host of the podcast ThINNER Peace in Menopause and Beyond. Dr. Deb shares a refreshing, sustainable approach to wellness that helps women finally break free from diet culture and create peace with food.After decades of struggling with weight and yo-yo dieting, Dr. Deb reached a turning point at age 50. She walked away from diets for good and developed a powerful, mindset-based method to help women—especially those navigating menopause—lose weight in a way that actually lasts.
Get the Identity Shift Blueprint!Say hi on TikTokSay Hi on InstagramHenry@vibeabundant.com---What if the only thing standing between you and the life you want is the one truth you've been avoiding?In this powerful episode, Henry Lawrence reveals why real transformation isn't about more motivation, better habits, or finding the perfect strategy. It's about making a complete identity shift—and accepting the price that comes with it.If you feel stuck, trapped in old patterns, or frustrated that nothing seems to change, this message will challenge everything you thought you knew about growth, abundance, and the Law of Attraction.Inside this episode, you'll discover:Why your current reality fights to keep you the sameThe hidden reason motivation never lastsHow scarcity keeps you stuck in the same cycleWhat it really means to live in abundanceThe identity shift required to create lasting changeWhy the greatest rewards often come after the hardest seasonsThis isn't another motivational speech. It's an invitation to become the version of yourself that no longer chases success—but naturally attracts it.If this episode speaks to you, subscribe for more mindset, manifestation, personal growth, abundance, and self-improvement content designed to help you create lasting transformation.#Mindset #LawOfAttraction #SelfImprovement #Manifestation #PersonalGrowth #Abundance #SuccessMindset #Transformation #Motivation #SpiritualGrowth
Can one bad decision define the rest of your life—or can accountability and perseverance rewrite your story?In this powerful inspirational episode, Reginald D sits down with Jesse Crosson, author of The Best Part of Prison, criminal justice reform advocate, speaker, the founder of the Second Chancer Foundation, and a man whose life proves that your worst mistake does not have to become your permanent identity.At just 18 years old, Jesse battled addiction that quickly spiraled into crime, leading to a 32-year prison sentence. But instead of allowing prison to define him, Jesse chose to transform his life through education, accountability, personal growth, and purpose. While incarcerated, he earned a college degree, became a journeyman electrician, invested in helping others, and ultimately received a pardon after years of demonstrating genuine transformation.In this deeply motivational and inspirational conversation, Jesse shares:How addiction robbed him of his identity and nearly destroyed his futureWhy prison became the place where true transformation beganThe importance of accountability over excusesHow small daily choices create lasting changeWhy second chances must be earned through consistent actionThe role of mentors, community, and hope during life's darkest seasonsBuilding a meaningful life after incarcerationHelping justice-impacted youth through storytelling and mentorshipBreaking free from shame, guilt, and limiting beliefsWhy redemption is possible for anyone willing to changeJesse also discusses the mission of his Second Chancer Foundation, sharing how mentoring, storytelling, and exposing young people to new possibilities can change lives before they ever enter the criminal justice system. His message reminds you that while mistakes have consequences, they never have to become the final chapter of your story. This episode offers hope to anyone struggling with addiction, failure, trauma, shame, or the belief that it's too late to change. Whether you're rebuilding your life, supporting someone in recovery, overcoming past mistakes, or simply looking for inspiration, this conversation will encourage you to take the next step toward freedom and purpose.Jesse Crosson's story reminds us that freedom begins long before prison doors open. It begins when we choose accountability, embrace growth, and believe that our future can become greater than our failures.Press play now to hear this powerful motivational and inspirational conversation and discover how accountability, resilience, and second chances can transform even the darkest chapters into a story of hope and purpose.Jesse Crosson's Contact Information:Website: https://jessecrosson.comSecond Chancer Foundation Website: https://www.second-chancer.orgAmazon Link : Amazon.com : best part of prison bookBook: The Best Part of Prison: https://jessecrosson.com/my-bookEmail: jesse@jessecrosson.com Send us Fan MailSupport the showFor daily motivation and inspiration, subscribe and follow Real Talk With Reginald D on social media:Instagram: realtalkwithreginaldd TikTok: @realtalkregd Youtube: @realtalkwithreginald Website: https://www.realtalkwithreginaldd.com Real Talk With Reginald D - MerchandiseReal Talk With Reginald D is a faith-based globally ranked inspirational and motivational podcast designed to motivate, empower & transform lives through powerful motivational speeches, authentic conversations, and real-life inspirational stories. Each episode delivers motivational and inspirational coaching focused on self improvement, leadership, healing, resilience & purpose. Rooted in faith and motivation, this Christian-based platform blends practical growth strategies with biblical wisdom, helping listeners strengthen their mindset, deepen their faith, and walk boldly in their calling. Check out Reginald D's powerful motivational speeches today!`
Steve sits down with Cindy Cohn, former Executive Director of the Electronic Frontier Foundation, for a conversation about values, leadership, change, and knowing when it is time to make room for what comes next.Cindy has spent decades fighting for digital rights, privacy, free speech, and a better internet for the people who use it. Her career is a powerful example of what it means to stay grounded in your values while remaining flexible enough to adapt as the world changes around you.Cindy also shares a deeply personal look at her decision to step away from her leadership role at EFF. Not because the mission stopped mattering, but because she knew it was time to create space for the next chapter.In this episode, you'll hear about:What it means to be “growth ready”Building a career around values instead of a fixed titleLeading through constant changeWhy change should not be treated as a solo sportHow to protect the work that gives you energyThe importance of listening across an organizationCindy's transition out of EFF and into what comes nextHer book, Privacy's Defender: My Thirty-Year Fight Against Digital SurveillanceWhether you are navigating transition, leading through uncertainty, or trying to reconnect with the work that fuels you, Cindy's story offers a thoughtful reminder: staying true to your values does not mean staying still.Listen now and ask yourself: What part of your work gives you energy right now?About the Guest:Cindy Cohn is a digital rights attorney and longtime leader in the fight for privacy, free expression, and civil liberties online.She served as Executive Director of the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) for a decade and spent 26 years helping shape the organization's work as the internet evolved—from early battles over encryption to today's questions around platform power, surveillance, and AI.Cindy is also the author of Privacy's Defender: My 30-Year Fight Against Digital Surveillance (MIT Press). Proceeds support EFF.Connect with Cindy:EFF: https://www.eff.org Cindy's book page (via EFF): https://www.eff.org (search “Privacy's Defender”)Book retailers: available wherever books are sold (including audiobook)Send us Fan MailSupport the showConnect with Steve MellorStay connected and keep growing with Steve:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-mellor-cc/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coachstevemellorBook Steve to speak at your next event → www.stevemellorspeaks.comSupport the GrowthReady Podcast by leaving a 5-star rating → Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growthready-podcast/id1406082163Connect with GrowthReadyJoin the community and keep your growth journey going:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/wearegrowthready/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/growthreadypodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/growthreadywithcoachstevemellorOfficial Website - https://growthready.com/----This podcast was produced on Riverside and released via ...
Have you ever found yourself saying, "I don't have time for self-care" while continuing to say yes to everyone else?In this episode, Christina shares a personal story from a recent work trip that challenged her to choose what her body needed over what her ego wanted. It sparked a powerful realization: the biggest barrier to self-care isn't always a lack of time. More often, it's the habit of overriding our own needs. Together, you'll explore why high-achieving women become so practiced at putting themselves last, how those patterns become wired into the brain, and what it takes to interrupt them before burnout becomes the norm.Rather than asking you to overhaul your life, this episode offers a compassionate invitation to notice your patterns, build awareness, and practice small moments of intervention before you reach the point of exhaustion. If you've ever felt "comfortably miserable"—functioning well on the outside while quietly running on empty, this conversation will help you begin choosing yourself without guilt.In this episode:Why "I don't have time for self-care" is often a story rooted in habit, not realityHow high-achieving women become conditioned to override their own needsThe neuroscience behind familiar patterns and why they can be so difficult to changeWhy your brain prefers familiar discomfort over unfamiliar growthA personal story about choosing recovery over people-pleasing during a work tripHow to recognize when you're operating from obligation instead of intentionSmall, practical ways to interrupt the "override" pattern before burnout takes overYou don't have to wait until you're completely depleted to care for yourself. Sometimes the most courageous leadership decision you can make is choosing the thing your body needs, even when it feels uncomfortable.RESOURCES:SIGN UP FOR THE APP:https://www.christinamattisonyoga.com/lead-your-life-appConnect with me in the Strong and Resilient Woman Community on Facebook HERE (https://www.facebook.com/groups/yogaformilitarywomen)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themilitaryyogiPodcast Website: www.leadingwithheartpodcast.comSHOW NOTES: https://www.christinamattisonyoga.com/blog/episode95Connect with me in the Strong and Resilient Woman Community on Facebook HERE (https://www.facebook.com/groups/yogaformilitarywomen), or on Instagram @themilitaryyogiMore about Christina Mattison and the Leading with Heart PodcastHey there! I'm Christina Mattison, an Air Force Officer, yoga teacher, dedicated wife, and proud mother of two. But most importantly, I'm here as a wellness and leadership coach for women in the military. I want you to know something: It doesn't have to be this way.I've walked in your combat boots, and I understand the chaos that often accompanies military life. But I'm here to share a powerful truth with you: You have the innate ability to transform your own life. I've personally experienced this transformation, and I've witnessed it in the lives of countless clients I've had the privilege to guide.Welcome to the Leading With Heart podcast your ultimate resource for discovering how to infuse joy, peace, and true success into every facet of military life.**The views and opinions expressed within this podcast episode are those of the individual, and do not necessarily represent those of the Department of Defense or its components.
Six years ago, Robert Richardson joined me on Hospitality Meets for the very first time.Back then, he was a hotel General Manager with a passion for people, wondering what the next chapter might look like.Neither of us could have predicted what came next.Fast forward six years, and Robert returns to the show as CEO of the Institute of Hospitality, leading a global professional body with more than 17,000 members, overseeing record membership growth, driving the Institute's Charter ambition, and helping shape the future of our industry.It's amazing what can happen in six years.In this episode we chat about:The leap from hotel General Manager to CEOLeading an organisation through unprecedented changeWhy the Institute is experiencing its strongest membership growth in yearsChampioning professional development across hospitalityThe Youth Council and why the next generation matters more than everThe journey towards Chartered statusLearning to overcome imposter syndrome and the fear of public speakingThe stories we tell ourselves... and how they can hold us backWhy leadership is about stewardship, not ownershipThe power (and pitfalls) of social mediaBuilding organisations where people genuinely feel they belongAlong the way we explore leadership, confidence, legacy, positivity, personal growth and why hospitality remains one of the greatest industries in the world for developing people.Of course, this wouldn't be Hospitality Meets without a few memorable stories...
Ever asked yourself, “Why do I know exactly what to do but still can't seem to do it?” Why do so many self-aware people still feel stuck?If you've read the books, listened to the podcasts, understand your patterns, and still can't seem to create lasting change, you're not alone.In this episode, we explore why insight alone doesn't transform your life. We walk through the four stages of lasting personal change and explain why so many people become trapped in learning without ever reaching true transformation.Whether you're struggling with self-criticism, procrastination, unhealthy relationship patterns, perfectionism, or feeling like you've tried everything, this episode offers a practical roadmap for creating sustainable change without relying on willpower alone.In this episode you'll learn:The four stages of lasting personal changeWhy motivation fades and commitment matters moreThe difference between learning and true integrationWhy your brain resists change even when you want itHow repetition and reward reshape behaviorWhy self-compassion leads to greater consistency than self-criticismHow identity change creates lasting habitsA simple exercise to begin integrating change this weekIf you've ever wondered, “Why do I know exactly what to do but still can't seem to do it?” this episode is for you.Connect with me:If you're ready to move beyond insight and begin creating lasting transformation, schedule a complimentary coaching strategy session at:https://www.jerryhenderson.orgYou can also connect with me on Instagram:@jerryahendersonIf this episode helped you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs encouragement on their own journey.Chapters00:00 Why You Still Feel Stuck Despite Trying to Change01:05 The Four Stages of Lasting Change03:30 Awareness Is Necessary, But Not Enough05:05 When the Pain of Staying the Same Becomes Greater06:45 Why Motivation Doesn't Create Lasting Change11:06 The Trap of Endless Learning19:13 The Missing Step: Integration and Embodiment21:27 Why Real Change Feels Slow24:26 Letting Go of Old Identities28:07 How to Make Change Stick32:12 Consistency Beats Intensity37:02 Why Self-Compassion Accelerates Growth40:01 Identity Change vs. Behavior Change42:01 A Practical Exercise You Can Start Today44:57 Final Encouragement and Next StepsI am grateful you are here,JerryCOMPLEMENTARY STRATEGY CALL:Schedule CallOVERCOMING SHAME COURSE:ACESS COURSE HEREWatch On YoutubeWebsite:www.jerryhenderson.orgHow is your relationship with yourself going?Get your free-self assessment guidePick up your copy of my book:Returning: Meditations and Reflections on Self-Love and HealingGet Your Free Weekly Tips!Instagram: @jerryahendersonLinkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/jerryahendersonDisclaimer
The spiritual world often encourages people to "raise their vibration," but what if that advice is actually reinforcing the very patterns you're trying to overcome?In this episode, Kelle Sparta explores why chasing a "high vibe" state can become another form of performative spirituality and explains where your energetic vibration truly comes from. Rather than relying on temporary techniques that artificially elevate your mood, Kelle shares a more sustainable path rooted in personal growth, shadow work, identity transformation, and spiritual maturity.If you're a spiritual practitioner, coach, healer, or transformational leader who wants to deepen your practice without falling into spiritual bypassing or surface-level spirituality, this episode offers a grounded framework for creating lasting energetic change.What You'll LearnWhy trying to "raise your vibration" can backfireWhere your energetic vibration actually comes fromThe difference between performative spirituality and authentic spiritual growthHow belief systems shape your long-term energetic frequencyWhy identity transformation naturally elevates your vibrationPractical ways to embody your next level every dayHow shadow work and personal growth create lasting energetic changeWhy becoming is more powerful than performingReferences MentionedShadow WorkIdentity TransformationPersonal GrowthSpiritual DevelopmentPerformative SpiritualityVagus Nerve RegulationSearch Engine Optimization (SEO)Resources MentionedKelle Spartahttps://kellesparta.comWelcome to the Woohttps://learn.kellesparta.com/welcometothewooIf you're ready to move beyond collecting information and begin developing your capacity as a transformational practitioner, schedule a discovery call through Kelle's website to find the best next step for your journey.
If you have spent decades caring for everyone else and now find yourself wondering who you are and what you actually want, you are not lost. You are ready. Lori Danecke has walked that road herself and now guides women over 40 through the deep inner work that helps them reclaim who they truly are and move boldly into what comes next.What You'll Discover:Why so many midlife women feel like they have forgotten who they are, and why that feeling is actually the beginning of something powerful, not the endHow a golf game became the mirror that showed Lori everything that was going wrong in her life, and the mindset breakthrough that changed her path completelyThe four inner voices, intuition, inner child, inner ego, and inner critic, and why turning up your intuition is the key that unlocks real lasting changeWhy willingness matters more than readiness, and how to find it even when you are deep in the pitWhat NLP, hypnotherapy, and paradigm shift work do inside the unconscious mind that surface-level positive thinking simply cannot reachThe one belief Lori wants every woman to walk away with: you are worth it, and everything you need is already inside youAbout Lori Danecke: Lori Danecke is an empowerment and transformation coach for women over 40 and a master certified practitioner in NLP, paradigm shift process, hypnotherapy, Reiki, and Huna. She helps women reclaim themselves and reset for the next chapter of their lives, so they can move forward without hesitation, lit up by purpose and possibility.Grab the free course, Stop Guessing and Start Signing Clients, and take your next step today: https://candymotzek.lpages.co/vfo/Want to see what's actually working for coaches right now? Download the free Coaching Business Insights Report 2026: https://candymotzek.lpages.co/business-growth-survey/Want to talk about what you really want from your coaching business? Book a free 30-minute call with Candy: https://stepintosuccessnow.comShe Coaches Coaches | Helping smart coaches build profitable, fully booked businesses
Jord Cuiper is back for his 2nd round, and this interview feels like a full-circle moment, considering he was part of the first episode I ever published.He's an executive and self-leadership coach with over a decade of experience working with founders, business owners & high-level professionals across the world.As I see it, his work cuts straight to the core of what actually holds people back:◾ The blind spots they cannot see in themselves, the self-protective patterns they might have built over a lifetime, and the foundational values they've disconnected from.In his own life, Jord founded his first tech company at 24, scaling it from zero to a seven-figure business serving clients across Europe. Then, in 2018, a near-fatal health crisis forced him to step down from the business and confront the aspects of himself that led him to this definitive moment, requiring him to completely rebuild his life from the ground up. And this became the very foundation of the work he provides today...Back in the beginning of 2024, I went through a defining period myself, where my business scaled 2x, and at the same time I was constantly overwhelmed, needing to confront the fact that I was at the brink of burnout, even though I was deeply trained within the understandings of the nervous system.I reached out to him, knowing if someone could help me through this time, it would be him. That led to him becoming my coach over a 16-month period, guiding me toward building a deeper form of self-leadership from the inside out. The shifts I made during that time were foundational, and I carry much of what we built together into my work to this day.In this episode, Jord and I return to the core of his work: Why change is harder than we think, why knowing is never enough, and what it actually takes to stop the pattern and step into something more self-led.In this conversation, we explore:Why doing more work on yourself can actually be a way of avoiding the one thing that actually needs to changeWhy knowing what needs to shift and actually shifting it are two completely different thingsHow the identity you're most proud of can become the biggest obstacle to real changeThe difference between what you value and what you need, and why confusing the two keeps men stuckWhat it actually looks like to move from boy psychology to man psychology in daily lifeWhen to push through and when to ease off, and how to tell the differenceWhat Jord learned about himself when injury took his passion for running away and forced him to stopI loved this conversation with Jord...He's direct, honest, and practically grounded in a way that only comes from having walked one's own path. I hold deep respect for the work he's done on himself and continues to bring to the people he serves.This episode is for anyone who's done the work, listened to the podcasts, attended the circles, yet still feels like something essential has not changed.—Connect with Alex Lehmann:
If you've ever wondered what to actually do during small group time in math, this episode will give you a clear and practical way to support students without lowering expectations.We built a simple Math Coherence Compass to help district and school leaders make aligned decisions around math—without adding another initiative. Get your free copy and training here https://makemathmoments.com/coherence-compass/Not sure what matters most when designing math improvement plans? Take this assessment and get a free customized report: https://makemathmoments.com/grow/ Math coordinators and leaders – Ready to design your math improvement plan with guidance, support and using structure? Learn how to follow our 4 stage process. https://growyourmathprogram.com Looking to supplement your curriculum with problem-based lessons and units? Make Math Moments Problem Based Lessons & Units Many schools want to improve math instruction, but few have a clear process for deciding what to focus on, how to measure progress, and how to align professional learning around a shared vision. Without that clarity, improvement efforts can quickly become fragmented and difficult to sustain.What does it actually look like to bring an entire math team together and build a plan for improvement from the ground up? In this episode, we unpack a real three-day process used with a middle and high school math department to co-create a vision for mathematics, identify priority areas for growth, define success criteria, and establish structures for ongoing professional learning. Rather than starting with programs or initiatives, the work began with a shared understanding of the student experience they wanted to create—and the specific shifts needed to move toward that vision. In this episode, you'll explore:What a Math Coherence Compass is and why it mattersHow to co-create a vision for ambitious mathematics teaching and learningWhy engaging in mathematics together is a critical part of professional learningHow to identify high-leverage instructional priorities for improvementWhat effective classroom look-fors can reveal about progressHow PLCs and collaborative structures can be redesigned to support instructional changeWhy coherence and shared language are essential for sustainable improvementIf you're planning for next school year and wondering how to align professional learning, coaching, PLCs, and classroom practice around a common goal, this episode offers a practical roadmap for building clarity, coherence, and momentum across your math team.Show Notes PageLove the show? Text us your big takeaway!Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning PlanThat Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action! Book a time to chat with our team to see how we can help you achieve your math goals! https://makemathmoments.com/plan/Are you wondering how to create K-12 math lesson plans that leave students so engaged they don't want to stop exploring your math curriculum when the bell rings? In their podcast, Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr—founders of MakeMathMoments.com—share over 19 years of experience inspiring K-12 math students, teachers, and district leaders with effective math activities, engaging resources, and innovative math leadership strategies. Through a 6-step framework, they guide K-12 classroom teachers and district math coordinators on building a strong, balanced math program that grows student and teacher impact. Each week, gain fresh ideas, feedback, and practical strategies to feel more confident and motivate students to see the beauty in math. Start making math moments today by listening to Episode #139: "Making Math Moments From Day 1 to 180.
What happens when the life you've built falls apart?For author, yoga teacher, and speaker Sheri Broussard, the answer wasn't giving up.It was rising.In this heartfelt conversation, Sheri shares the deeply personal story behind her new book, She Rises High: A Journey Through the Mud to Find Your Strength, Power, and Voice. Together, Julie and Sheri explore healing after divorce, overcoming shame, breaking free from people-pleasing, setting boundaries, and learning how to choose yourself after years of putting everyone else first.Sheri opens up about surviving two divorces, rebuilding her identity, confronting lifelong guilt and shame, and discovering that true healing begins when we stop blaming others and start doing the inner work.This episode is a powerful reminder that your story isn't over, no matter how difficult the chapter may seem.In This EpisodeThe moment Sheri knew her life needed to changeWhy people-pleasing keeps women stuckHealing from divorce and heartbreakBreaking free from shame and guiltLearning to choose yourself without apologyThe importance of boundaries in healingHow faith supported Sheri's journeyBuilding healthy habits before crisis hitsThe surprising self-confidence ritual that changed everythingWhy midlife can become your greatest season of growthMemorable Quotes"Freedom is being able to be who I am without apology.""What is for me will find me.""You can either stay the victim, or you can choose to become the victor.""Pick yourself first."Connect with Sheri BroussardWebsite and meditation resources available through Sheri's website.
What if the thing you're craving most isn't another dating app, another relationship book, or another set of rules?What if it's community?In this episode of Nope! We're Not Monogamous, Ellecia sits down with Jamie Love, Executive Director of Sex Positive World, to talk about the power of finding spaces where you can show up authentically, explore with curiosity, and realize you're not as alone as you thought.They dive into what sex positivity actually means beyond the stereotypes, why community is essential for people navigating non-monogamy, kink, and alternative relationships, and how play can become a pathway to deeper intimacy and self-discovery.Whether you're brand new to this world or you've been practicing non-monogamy for years, this conversation is a reminder that you don't have to have it all figured out before you find your people.In This Episode, We Discuss:What Sex Positive World is and the work they're doing to make sexuality education more accessibleWhy community matters so much when exploring non-monogamy and kinkThe courage it takes to attend your first event aloneHow shame keeps us disconnected and what happens when we let ourselves be seenWhy observation is participation and why you never have to do more than feels right for youBoundaries, consent, and learning what your wants, needs, and desires actually areThe role of play in intimacy, pleasure, and connectionPet play, primal play, cuddle spaces, and expanding your definition of what intimacy can look likeHow sex positivity intersects with advocacy, belonging, and creating cultural changeWhy finding your people matters now more than everResources MentionedSex Positive World: https://www.sexpositiveworld.orgLearn more about Sex Positive World's online classes, community events, and educational offeringsPolytopia Conference in Portland, OregonJessica Fern and PolysecureConnect with Jamie LoveJamie Love (she/they) is the Executive Director of Sex Positive World and an educator, facilitator, and community builder passionate about creating spaces where people can explore sexuality, relationships, consent, and connection without shame.Send us Fan MailSupport the show
What Your Body Archetype Reveals About Your Core Wounds, Self-Care Patterns, and Emotional Survival StrategiesIn this powerful episode, JJ shares one of the most eye-opening exercises from her beta Eight-Week Body Reset program—an assessment designed to uncover the hidden archetypes that sabotage self-care, health goals, and personal growth. What participants discovered wasn't simply why they struggle with exercise, nutrition, or consistency. They uncovered the emotional survival strategies running beneath their behaviors.JJ reveals the most common archetypes identified by participants—including the Avoider, Perfectionist, Overachiever, Emotional Eater, and Information Collector—and explains why these patterns are rarely about food, fitness, or willpower. Instead, they're often rooted in fear, abandonment, rejection, shame, and unmet emotional needs.You'll learn why procrastination is often nervous system protection rather than laziness, how perfectionism masks deeper fears of criticism and failure, and why so many people continue gathering information instead of taking action. JJ also connects these archetypes directly to her Core Wound framework, showing how self-care struggles often mirror the ways we unconsciously abandon ourselves.The episode explores four major themes that emerged from the exercise:"If I can't do it perfectly, I won't do it at all."Avoidance as emotional protection.Why self-care feels selfish.The real cost of neglecting yourself isn't weight gain—it's losing freedom, confidence, trust, and opportunities.JJ explains how true transformation isn't about becoming thinner, more disciplined, or more productive. It's about becoming someone who trusts themselves, keeps promises to themselves, feels worthy, and no longer needs survival strategies to feel safe.In This Episode:The five most common body archetypes and what they revealHow fear disguises itself as perfectionism, procrastination, and information gatheringThe connection between self-care and abandonment woundsWhy weight is often a symptom, not the real problemHow emotional avoidance creates anxiety and physical symptomsThe role of feelings, needs, and nervous system regulation in lasting changeWhy accountability is one of the most powerful forms of self-loveAn introduction to the upcoming Metabolic Transformation Studio membershipKey TakeawayYour health habits are not character flaws. They're often emotional protection strategies created to keep you safe. When you identify the wound beneath the behavior and begin meeting your deeper needs, self-care becomes less about willpower and more about self-love.Resources Mentioned:Body Archetype Assessment: jjflizanes.com/archetypeFeelings & Needs ListEight-Week Body ResetRewiring Your Core Wound PatternsMetabolic Transformation Studio https://jjflizanes.com/studio
What Your Body Archetype Reveals About Your Core Wounds, Self-Care Patterns, and Emotional Survival StrategiesIn this powerful episode, JJ shares one of the most eye-opening exercises from her beta Eight-Week Body Reset program—an assessment designed to uncover the hidden archetypes that sabotage self-care, health goals, and personal growth. What participants discovered wasn't simply why they struggle with exercise, nutrition, or consistency. They uncovered the emotional survival strategies running beneath their behaviors.JJ reveals the most common archetypes identified by participants—including the Avoider, Perfectionist, Overachiever, Emotional Eater, and Information Collector—and explains why these patterns are rarely about food, fitness, or willpower. Instead, they're often rooted in fear, abandonment, rejection, shame, and unmet emotional needs.You'll learn why procrastination is often nervous system protection rather than laziness, how perfectionism masks deeper fears of criticism and failure, and why so many people continue gathering information instead of taking action. JJ also connects these archetypes directly to her Core Wound framework, showing how self-care struggles often mirror the ways we unconsciously abandon ourselves.The episode explores four major themes that emerged from the exercise:"If I can't do it perfectly, I won't do it at all."Avoidance as emotional protection.Why self-care feels selfish.The real cost of neglecting yourself isn't weight gain—it's losing freedom, confidence, trust, and opportunities.JJ explains how true transformation isn't about becoming thinner, more disciplined, or more productive. It's about becoming someone who trusts themselves, keeps promises to themselves, feels worthy, and no longer needs survival strategies to feel safe.In This Episode:The five most common body archetypes and what they revealHow fear disguises itself as perfectionism, procrastination, and information gatheringThe connection between self-care and abandonment woundsWhy weight is often a symptom, not the real problemHow emotional avoidance creates anxiety and physical symptomsThe role of feelings, needs, and nervous system regulation in lasting changeWhy accountability is one of the most powerful forms of self-loveAn introduction to the upcoming Metabolic Transformation Studio membershipKey TakeawayYour health habits are not character flaws. They're often emotional protection strategies created to keep you safe. When you identify the wound beneath the behavior and begin meeting your deeper needs, self-care becomes less about willpower and more about self-love.Resources Mentioned:Body Archetype Assessment: jjflizanes.com/archetypeFeelings & Needs ListEight-Week Body ResetRewiring Your Core Wound PatternsMetabolic Transformation Studio https://jjflizanes.com/studio
What Your Body Archetype Reveals About Your Core Wounds, Self-Care Patterns, and Emotional Survival StrategiesIn this powerful episode, JJ shares one of the most eye-opening exercises from her beta Eight-Week Body Reset program—an assessment designed to uncover the hidden archetypes that sabotage self-care, health goals, and personal growth. What participants discovered wasn't simply why they struggle with exercise, nutrition, or consistency. They uncovered the emotional survival strategies running beneath their behaviors.JJ reveals the most common archetypes identified by participants—including the Avoider, Perfectionist, Overachiever, Emotional Eater, and Information Collector—and explains why these patterns are rarely about food, fitness, or willpower. Instead, they're often rooted in fear, abandonment, rejection, shame, and unmet emotional needs.You'll learn why procrastination is often nervous system protection rather than laziness, how perfectionism masks deeper fears of criticism and failure, and why so many people continue gathering information instead of taking action. JJ also connects these archetypes directly to her Core Wound framework, showing how self-care struggles often mirror the ways we unconsciously abandon ourselves.The episode explores four major themes that emerged from the exercise:"If I can't do it perfectly, I won't do it at all."Avoidance as emotional protection.Why self-care feels selfish.The real cost of neglecting yourself isn't weight gain—it's losing freedom, confidence, trust, and opportunities.JJ explains how true transformation isn't about becoming thinner, more disciplined, or more productive. It's about becoming someone who trusts themselves, keeps promises to themselves, feels worthy, and no longer needs survival strategies to feel safe.In This Episode:The five most common body archetypes and what they revealHow fear disguises itself as perfectionism, procrastination, and information gatheringThe connection between self-care and abandonment woundsWhy weight is often a symptom, not the real problemHow emotional avoidance creates anxiety and physical symptomsThe role of feelings, needs, and nervous system regulation in lasting changeWhy accountability is one of the most powerful forms of self-loveAn introduction to the upcoming Metabolic Transformation Studio membershipKey TakeawayYour health habits are not character flaws. They're often emotional protection strategies created to keep you safe. When you identify the wound beneath the behavior and begin meeting your deeper needs, self-care becomes less about willpower and more about self-love.Resources Mentioned:Body Archetype Assessment: jjflizanes.com/archetypeFeelings & Needs ListEight-Week Body ResetRewiring Your Core Wound PatternsMetabolic Transformation Studio https://jjflizanes.com/studio
What Your Body Archetype Reveals About Your Core Wounds, Self-Care Patterns, and Emotional Survival StrategiesIn this powerful episode, JJ shares one of the most eye-opening exercises from her beta Eight-Week Body Reset program—an assessment designed to uncover the hidden archetypes that sabotage self-care, health goals, and personal growth. What participants discovered wasn't simply why they struggle with exercise, nutrition, or consistency. They uncovered the emotional survival strategies running beneath their behaviors.JJ reveals the most common archetypes identified by participants—including the Avoider, Perfectionist, Overachiever, Emotional Eater, and Information Collector—and explains why these patterns are rarely about food, fitness, or willpower. Instead, they're often rooted in fear, abandonment, rejection, shame, and unmet emotional needs.You'll learn why procrastination is often nervous system protection rather than laziness, how perfectionism masks deeper fears of criticism and failure, and why so many people continue gathering information instead of taking action. JJ also connects these archetypes directly to her Core Wound framework, showing how self-care struggles often mirror the ways we unconsciously abandon ourselves.The episode explores four major themes that emerged from the exercise:"If I can't do it perfectly, I won't do it at all."Avoidance as emotional protection.Why self-care feels selfish.The real cost of neglecting yourself isn't weight gain—it's losing freedom, confidence, trust, and opportunities.JJ explains how true transformation isn't about becoming thinner, more disciplined, or more productive. It's about becoming someone who trusts themselves, keeps promises to themselves, feels worthy, and no longer needs survival strategies to feel safe.In This Episode:The five most common body archetypes and what they revealHow fear disguises itself as perfectionism, procrastination, and information gatheringThe connection between self-care and abandonment woundsWhy weight is often a symptom, not the real problemHow emotional avoidance creates anxiety and physical symptomsThe role of feelings, needs, and nervous system regulation in lasting changeWhy accountability is one of the most powerful forms of self-loveAn introduction to the upcoming Metabolic Transformation Studio membershipKey TakeawayYour health habits are not character flaws. They're often emotional protection strategies created to keep you safe. When you identify the wound beneath the behavior and begin meeting your deeper needs, self-care becomes less about willpower and more about self-love.Resources Mentioned:Body Archetype Assessment: jjflizanes.com/archetypeFeelings & Needs ListEight-Week Body ResetRewiring Your Core Wound PatternsMetabolic Transformation Studio https://jjflizanes.com/studio
What Your Body Archetype Reveals About Your Core Wounds, Self-Care Patterns, and Emotional Survival StrategiesIn this powerful episode, JJ shares one of the most eye-opening exercises from her beta Eight-Week Body Reset program—an assessment designed to uncover the hidden archetypes that sabotage self-care, health goals, and personal growth. What participants discovered wasn't simply why they struggle with exercise, nutrition, or consistency. They uncovered the emotional survival strategies running beneath their behaviors.JJ reveals the most common archetypes identified by participants—including the Avoider, Perfectionist, Overachiever, Emotional Eater, and Information Collector—and explains why these patterns are rarely about food, fitness, or willpower. Instead, they're often rooted in fear, abandonment, rejection, shame, and unmet emotional needs.You'll learn why procrastination is often nervous system protection rather than laziness, how perfectionism masks deeper fears of criticism and failure, and why so many people continue gathering information instead of taking action. JJ also connects these archetypes directly to her Core Wound framework, showing how self-care struggles often mirror the ways we unconsciously abandon ourselves.The episode explores four major themes that emerged from the exercise:"If I can't do it perfectly, I won't do it at all."Avoidance as emotional protection.Why self-care feels selfish.The real cost of neglecting yourself isn't weight gain—it's losing freedom, confidence, trust, and opportunities.JJ explains how true transformation isn't about becoming thinner, more disciplined, or more productive. It's about becoming someone who trusts themselves, keeps promises to themselves, feels worthy, and no longer needs survival strategies to feel safe.In This Episode:The five most common body archetypes and what they revealHow fear disguises itself as perfectionism, procrastination, and information gatheringThe connection between self-care and abandonment woundsWhy weight is often a symptom, not the real problemHow emotional avoidance creates anxiety and physical symptomsThe role of feelings, needs, and nervous system regulation in lasting changeWhy accountability is one of the most powerful forms of self-loveAn introduction to the upcoming Metabolic Transformation Studio membershipKey TakeawayYour health habits are not character flaws. They're often emotional protection strategies created to keep you safe. When you identify the wound beneath the behavior and begin meeting your deeper needs, self-care becomes less about willpower and more about self-love.Resources Mentioned:Body Archetype Assessment: jjflizanes.com/archetypeFeelings & Needs ListEight-Week Body ResetRewiring Your Core Wound PatternsMetabolic Transformation Studio (coming soon)
Worried about gaining weight back after Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound?You're not alone. One of the biggest concerns people have during their GLP-1 journey is what happens after the weight loss phase—and how to actually maintain their results long-term.In this episode, Registered Dietitian and GLP-1 expert Gianna breaks down what sustainable weight maintenance really looks like, why maintaining weight loss is different from losing weight, and the habits that support long-term success.Because keeping weight off isn't about being perfect. It's about building routines that you can realistically maintain for years to come.We're covering:Why weight maintenance is different than weight lossCommon reasons people regain weight after losing itThe role of appetite, food noise, and long-term behavior changeWhy protein and strength training matter for maintenanceHow muscle supports long-term health and weight managementThe mindset shifts that make maintenance easierWhy all-or-nothing thinking keeps people stuckWhat successful long-term maintenance actually looks likeWhether you're currently taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound—or simply thinking ahead to the future—this episode will help you focus on the habits that support lasting results.
In this episode, we cover:How God remains faithful even when circumstances changeWhy trusting God's Word brings peace and clarityThe importance of perseverance in seasons of uncertaintyLiving with confidence in God's promisesStrengthening your daily walk with the Lord
In this episode of Keeping Abreast Dr. Jenn Simmons sits down with keynote speaker, author, and 2025 Dynamic Woman of the Year Erika Rothenberger for a conversation about what happens when life forces you to stop playing small. Erika had a day in 2022 that changed everything. What she did on the other side of it is what this conversation is about. Dr. Jenn and Erika get into the trauma we avoid, the life we keep deferring, and why the hardest moments tend to be the most clarifying ones. If you have ever survived something hard and wondered what you are supposed to do with it, this episode will give you your answer.In this episode, you'll learn:What Erika survived in 2022 and why she considers it the greatest turning point of her lifeWhy playing it safe is the most dangerous thing a woman can doWhy Dr. Jenn believes a breast cancer diagnosis can be an opportunity and what that actually looks like in practiceThe real reason most women never go after the life they want and why it has nothing to do with time, money, or circumstancesWhy the trauma you have been avoiding is not behind you. It is driving you.A simple daily method that takes 36 minutes and rebuilds your entire mindset from the ground upThe science behind why the people you surround yourself with are either quietly lifting you or quietly costing youThe gap in Pennsylvania law that leaves women unprotected and the legislation Erika is fighting to changeWhy the most powerful thing a woman can do for her health right now has nothing to do with her bodyEpisode Timeline01:07 Introducing Erika Rothenberger03:09 Energy, seasons, and the permission to give 60%06:56 Erika's story and the morning that changed everything12:41 Playing small vs. playing large16:36 Fear, inertia, and the life you keep putting off19:45 Writing the book and going public with her story27:32 Why healing is a choice you make every day32:27 How to protect your time and fuel yourself first35:35 Why no is a complete sentence38:01 Finding the good in every setback40:02 Why a breast cancer diagnosis can be its own kind of punch43:00 Why your circle determines your ceiling45:22 What Erika took away from watching Mel Robbins50:57 The Audacious Summit, October 202552:45 Money, legacy, and what you are building59:22 Finding your thing and going after it1:05:44 Where to find Erika and closing thoughtsWhere to Find Find Erika Rothenberger:Website: erikarothenberger.comInstagram: @erikalearothenbergerBook: Audacious ExpansionTo talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with Dr. Jenn visit: https://calendly.com/stephanie-1031/clarity-callTo get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuideTo purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.Connect with Dr. Jenn:Website: https://www.jennsimmonsmd.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmonsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons
When life feels hard, it's easy to believe something has gone wrong.Maybe you're frustrated with your drinking.Maybe you've been trying to make changes, but keep finding yourself back in the same patterns.Maybe you're carrying the weight of work, business, relationships, finances, parenting, or simply trying to hold everything together.In episode 251 of The Alcohol ReThink Podcast, Patrick Fox explores why life and sobriety can feel difficult at times, and why that doesn't mean you're failing.Drawing on six years of coaching men to rethink alcohol, Patrick shares the common struggles he sees in good men who want to do better, yet find themselves caught between who they are and who they want to become.You'll learn why alcohol often becomes both a reward and an escape, how stress and self-judgement can keep people stuck, why difficult emotions aren't a sign that something is wrong, and the simple mindset shift that can help when life feels overwhelming.This episode is a reminder that struggling doesn't mean you're broken. It means you're human.Why good men often feel stuck in behaviours they no longer wantThe hidden pressures many men carry every dayWhy alcohol becomes a release valve for stress and responsibilityThe difference between temporary relief and lasting changeWhy sobriety can feel harder before it feels easierThe connection between emotions, thoughts, and self-judgementA personal story about asking for support when life felt overwhelmingThe powerful lesson from a coaching client who realised how far he'd already comeHow to create a "bare minimum protocol" for difficult daysWhy staying in the arena matters more than being perfectWhether you're searching for help with drinking, men's mental health, stress, burnout, motivation, self-confidence, emotional wellbeing, or simply trying to figure out why life feels so hard right now, this episode offers practical insights and a powerful reminder that struggling doesn't mean you're failing.Sign up to The 30-Day Method to Break the Cycle of Drinking Without Relying on WillpowerIf YOU feel successful in many areas of life but still find yourself pulled back into the same drinking patterns…Then you're probably MISSING the awareness and tools I'll be REVEALING inside this FREE 30-Day Training for Men Ready to Take Back Control...➡️ Get Started Right Away by clicking HEREWork with Patrick:Discover how coaching can support your goals in rethinking alcohol.
If you've ever felt called to become a coach — or you're already coaching, teaching, healing, mentoring, or guiding people, and you know there's more depth available — this episode is for you.This is a special, limited-time replay of my recent masterclass, where I shared the heart of my Integrative Coaching Mastery Method and why I created my certification.After 13 years of coaching, more than $100,000 invested in training and certifications, and years of working with clients who sometimes knew exactly what they “should” do but still couldn't create lasting change, I realized something important:Change doesn't only happen in the mind.A belief is not always just a thought.It can live in the body.The nervous system.The emotions.The subconscious.The identity.The habits and behaviors that keep people repeating the same patterns.And if we want to become truly transformational coaches, we need to know how to work with the whole human.In this masterclass, I share the five layers of change every masterful coach needs to understand: mindset, emotional, somatic, subconscious, and behavioral. I also walk you through why mindset alone isn't always enough, how to know when a client needs a different layer of support, and what it actually takes to become the kind of coach who can create deep, lasting transformation.You'll also hear a live coaching demo where I guide someone through a real belief shift using several of the five layers in real time, plus stories from students currently inside the certification.This episode is also an invitation into the 2027 cohort of The Integrative Coaching Mastery Certification — a 12-month certification and business mastermind for big-hearted humans who want to become masterful, integrative coaches and build meaningful work around the transformation they're here to create.Inside the certification, you'll learn how to coach across all five layers of change, practice your skills, receive mentorship and feedback, do your own deep personal work, and build the business foundation to help the right people find you, trust you, and hire you.Early enrollment is open for a limited time.If you feel the pull to become a coach — or to become a more skilled, confident, integrative coach — I invite you to listen to this replay and apply for the certification.This may be the moment you stop circling the desire and start becoming the coach you're meant to be.In this episode, you'll learn:Why fear is not a stop sign when you're stepping into your next levelWhy most coaching tools only address one layer of changeThe five layers of change: mindset, emotional, somatic, subconscious, and behavioralWhy mindset alone often isn't enough to create lasting transformationHow emotions drive action, avoidance, self-sabotage, and desireWhy nervous system regulation and somatic work matter in coachingHow subconscious tools like hypnosis and NLP can accelerate changeWhy behavior change requires more than information and willpowerWhat it means to learn, live, and lead as a coachWhy coaching is not just about having tools — it's about becoming the person who can hold the roomWhat's included inside The Integrative Coaching Mastery CertificationApply for the certificationThe 2027 cohort of The Integrative Coaching Mastery Certification is now open for early enrollment.This is a 12-month certification and business mastermind where you'll learn how to coach the whole human, practice until you trust yourself, and build the business foundation to get paid for your work.Early enrollment includes 6 extra months inside The Pleasure Project Program so you can begin your own personal transformation before the certification officially begins.Apply hereEarly enrollment is available until June 12th and the cohort is limited to 12 women.Click here to join The Pleasure Project Program
Have you stopped lately to ask yourself what you actually want? In this episode, Jo shares something she's been quietly working on behind the scenes — a tool designed to help midlife women turn the lens back on themselves, without overwhelm or pressure. If you've ever felt lost in the busyness of life and unsure where to begin, this one's for you.In this episode, we explore:Why have so many midlife women lost touch with what they truly want?How collecting information isn't the same as making real changeWhy midlife is actually one of the most exciting times to get to know yourselfHow small, manageable steps lead to big shifts over timeIf you've been waiting for a gentle, private place to start reconnecting with yourself, this episode might be exactly what you've been looking for.Resources mentioned:Rediscover You – https://www.joclarkcoaching.com/shop (also available via DM on Instagram — just send the word rediscover)Connect with JoBook a 20-minute connection call: https://calendly.com/jo--138/20min?month=2025-07Re Imagine mentoring: https://www.joclarkcoaching.com/work-with-meResources and programmes: https://www.joclarkcoaching.com/shopInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joclarkcoaching/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joclarkcoaching/
Dr Mike Banna is a physician in the UK health care system and passionate health educator.Mike guests to share his experience with:What's going on with “pro” and “anti” GLP-1 medication people and tribesWhy fitness influencer fat loss drug opposition is rooted in fear and scarcityHow concern for alleged celebrity GLP-1 medication use tipped over into body shamingWhy coaching has never been more important with the proliferation of GLP-1 medication useWhy overprescription of these drugs and poor “wraparound care” can lead to malnutritionWhat are social determinants of healthWhere discussion of social determinants of health has turned into disempowering messagingHow understanding social determinants of health and advocating for system change can coexist with an individual taking personal responsibility for their own health outcomeWhy it's essential to not just wait for the system to changeWhy more doctors are becoming social media influencers and what positives they are creatingDo evidence-based doctors and PhDs have a responsibility to build online platforms to educate peopleAn explanation of Mike's viral video (that Snoop Dogg shared) where a dumbbell rack crashes on top of himPlus much moreInstagram: @drmikethe2ndCHAPTERS01:03 GLP-1 Nuance03:37 Wraparound Care Basics06:11 Why People Use GLP-1s08:50 Sponsor Break – MacrosFirst09:54 Who Is Responsible13:33 Diet Culture and Stigma16:48 Gym Anxiety Story20:15 Regain and Chronic Care23:49 Anti GLP-1 Rhetoric32:03 Social Determinants Explained38:03 Doctors as Influencers40:24 Scope of Practice Online42:01 Sponsorships and Pharma Influence43:36 Authority Outside Your Lane53:13 Holding Experts Accountable55:02 Communicating Uncertainty Well58:56 Podcast Guests and False Authority01:01:41 Nordic Curl Rack Fail01:05:07 Viral Aftermath and Lessons01:07:39 Wrap-Up and Where To FollowSUPPORT THE SHOWIf this episode helped you better understand GLP-1 medications, health communication, or the modern landscape of online health education, you can support the show by:Subscribing and checking out more episodesSharing it on social media (tag me and I'll respond)Sending it to someone interested in health care, coaching, or evidence-based fitnessFOLLOW ANDREW COATESInstagram: @andrewcoatesfitnesshttps://www.andrewcoatesfitness.comPARTNERS AND RESOURCESRP Strength App (use code COATESRP)https://www.rpstrength.com/coatesJust Bite Me Meals (use code ANDREWCOATESFITNESS for 10% off)https://justbitememeals.comMacrosFirst – FREE Premium TrialDownload MacrosFirst and during setup select ANDREWKNKG Bags (15% off)https://www.knkg.com/Andrew59676Versa Grippshttps://www.versagripps.com/andrewcoatesTRAINHEROIC – FREE 90-Day Trialhttps://www.trainheroic.com/liftfreeReply to the email you receive (or email trials@trainheroic.com) and let them know Andrew sent you
What does leadership look like when the world is changing faster than ever before?In this episode of the Leaning Into Leadership podcast, Dr. Darrin Peppard sits down with Molly Rosen, Co-CEO of ProjectNext Leadership, for a powerful conversation about leadership transitions, succession development, organizational agility, and the growing impact of AI on leadership and workplace culture.Molly works with leaders across industries including tech, biotech, and entertainment, helping organizations prepare leaders for critical next-level roles. Together, Darrin and Molly explore why the skills that make someone successful in one role often do not transfer automatically into leadership — and why emotional intelligence, communication, humility, and adaptability matter now more than ever.The conversation dives into:The transition from “player” to “coach” leadershipWhy many leaders struggle to let go of their previous roleThe dangers of over-relying on technical expertiseSuccession development and building leadership pipelinesHow AI is reshaping organizations and leadership expectationsThe importance of organizational agilityWhy leaders must communicate vision without pretending to have all the answers“Sketch-based advocacy” and collaborative leadershipThe role of empathy and emotional intelligence during uncertainty and changeWhy leadership today is more about building teams than directing themMolly also shares her own leadership growth journey and the importance of prioritization and sequencing ideas as a leader.This episode is a must-listen for school leaders, organizational leaders, and anyone navigating leadership in rapidly changing environments.About Molly RosenMolly Rosen is Co-CEO of ProjectNext Leadership. She has worked with leaders in tech, entertainment, and biotech for over 20 years as an executive coach, facilitator, and consultant developing innovative talent systems.Her clients have included organizations such as Pixar, Airbnb, DocuSign, and Samsung, where she has helped leaders prepare for critical transitions and organizational change.Molly previously held leadership roles with BlessingWhite and Ninth House Network and holds an MBA from UCLA Anderson and a BA from UC Berkeley.Connect with Molly RosenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollyrosen/Website: https://www.projectnextleadership.com/Sponsor Spotlight:This episode is sponsored by HeyTutor.HeyTutor partners with schools and districts nationwide to provide evidence-based high-dosage tutoring support in Math and ELA while helping schools remain intentional about staff capacity and student support systems.Learn more here: HeyTutor.com
In today's episode of For You From Eve, we're having a real girl talk session. I'm sharing a little wedding update, life lately, and answering your advice questions about feeling left out, grieving old friendships, outgrowing relationships, and learning how to come back to yourself during different seasons of life.We talk about:Feeling left behind while everyone else seems to “have it together”Why outgrowing people is painful but necessaryGrieving younger versions of yourselfRomanticizing your current chapter instead of constantly chasing the next oneLearning how to enjoy where you are in life right nowReconnecting with yourself after burnout, heartbreak, or changeWhy loneliness and growth sometimes happen at the same timeIf you've been feeling disconnected, emotional, nostalgic, or unsure of where you fit in lately, this episode is for you. Sometimes becoming the next version of yourself means letting go of the old one first. Cute! Horrible! Transformative!♡ SOCIALS ♡CONNECT WITH ME:Instagram: https://instagram.com/oliviaeveshaboTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@oliviaeveshaboPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-you-from-eve/id1544519585YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@oliviaeveshaboShopMy: https://shopmy.us/shop/oliviaeve♡ SPONSORS ♡Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/fromeveAirDoctor: https://airdoctorpro.com — code FROMEVERula: https://www.rula.com/fromeveRella: https://getrella.com — code FROMEVEOlive & June: https://oliveandjune.com/FROMEVEFabletics: https://fabletics.com/fromeveFÜM: https://tryfum.com/FROMEVECowboy Colostrum: https://cowboycolostrum.com — code FROMEVESee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Most coaches think more insight leads to transformation.Kellan argues the opposite.In this brutally honest episode, Kellan exposes the dangerous new form of avoidance emerging in the age of AI: people becoming incredibly articulate about their wounds, patterns, trauma, and limitations… while remaining completely unchanged.AI can now explain your emotions, summarize your patterns, reflect your pain, and even make you feel deeply understood. But according to Kellan, explanation is not embodiment — and self-awareness without action is becoming the newest addiction in personal development.This episode is a wake-up call for coaches, leaders, creators, and growth-minded people who have mistaken language for transformation.If your life still looks the same after years of “doing the work,” this conversation will hit hard.Because the future of coaching will not belong to the people with the best frameworks.It will belong to the people who embody the truth they teach.Key Takeaways:Why AI is creating “articulate avoidance”The difference between insight and transformationWhy most coaches will struggle to survive the AI eraThe hidden addiction to self-awarenessWhy explanation can become emotional camouflageThe danger of “processing” without actionWhy embodiment matters more than frameworksThe real reason many coaches stay underpaidHow AI accelerates insight but cannot create changeWhy coaching still matters more than everThe difference between sounding healed and being transformedWhy courage matters more than clarityThe future of transformational coachingIdentity-level change vs behavioral struggleWhy “doing the work” for years may still leave you stuck
"I just don't trust myself around food." If that sentence is familiar, this episode is for you. Today I'm unpacking what self-trust actually is, and what it isn't, because most of us are working toward a version of self-trust that was never achievable to begin with. And that definition is quietly keeping us stuck.What You'll Discover:Why the most common definition of self-trust sets you up to fail before you even beginWhat self-trust actually isThe difference between self-monitoring and self-awareness, and why one creates more shame while the other creates real changeWhy respect is often more accessible than love, and how practicing respect with your body builds the safety that self-trust actually requiresIf you've ever dismissed your own progress because you didn't get it perfect, this episode will give you a different place to stand.Mentioned in this episode:The Gathering is a monthly guided experience for women who want to slow down and learn how to trust themselves. Each session, I bring the topics I'm personally working through and the patterns I keep seeing in my clients, and we go there together. Our most recent session was a full conversation on self-trust, self-respect and self-love. Replays are available for one month until the next live call. What to Do After a Binge: your 5 step guide to return to yourself after a binge or out of control moment with food.Want to know why you struggle with food and what to do next? Start watching The Binge Breakthrough Mini Series today.
Most franchise brands don't have a growth problem. They have a disconnect problem.You can have strong marketing, a solid development team, and still struggle to scale if those pieces aren't working together. And for many franchisors, that misalignment between marketing and franchise development is the exact thing slowing growth without them realizing it. In this episode, we sit down with Lorne Fisher, founder of Fish Consulting and F2 Advisory, to break down what's actually behind that disconnect. From starting his agency with no clients to landing Dunkin after months of persistence, Lorne shares how his experience working with some of the most recognizable franchise brands shaped the way he thinks about growth, positioning, and strategy. We also get into what this looks like in real time. From crisis situations to FDD changes, Lorne explains how breakdowns inside an organization, not external factors, are often what create the biggest problems. He shares why poor communication turns small issues into larger ones and how transparency can either strengthen a system or quietly erode it over time. So, if your brand isn't growing the way you expected, this episode will help you see where the disconnect is happening and what needs to change to move forward.Resources:Don't Let Your FDD Renewal Trigger a Crisis - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/dont-let-your-fdd-renewal-trigger-crisis-lorne-fisher-cfe-aedcc/?trackingId=U8mQe2BdSzarEQx8o1X3Cg%3D%3DConnect with Lorne:LinkedIn: @lorne-fisher-cfeWebsite: https://www.lornefisher.com/Episode Highlights:How Lorne Fisher built built his agency into one of the leading public relations and marketing agencies serving franchise and multi-location brands The role PR plays in franchise development and lead generationWhy marketing and franchise development are often disconnectedWhat high-growth franchise brands do differentlyThe biggest mistakes franchisors make during times of changeWhy poor communication turns into internal crisesHow to prepare your brand for crisis situations before they happenThe importance of transparency with franchiseesWhat franchisors should consider before making FDD changesHow to approach agency selection and strategic partnershipConnect with TracyPersonal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-panase/JBF LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/jbfsaleJBF Franchise System - https://jbfsalefranchise.com/Email: podcast@jbfsale.comConnect with ShannonPersonal LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonwilburn/ JBF LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/jbfsaleWebsite - https://shineexecutivecoaching.com/Email - shannon@shineexecutivecoaching.com
What if the secret to lasting change wasn't more discipline — but more pleasure?In this episode of She's Leveling Up, Simone sits down with Catherine Roscoe Barr — neuroscience-based wellness coach, mindfulness expert, and best selling author of Feel Better Now, spent her entire 20s as a personal trainer, knowing everything there was to know about health and nutrition, and still struggling herself.Catherine's story is one for the books. After spending her 20s as a personal trainer, knowing everything there was to know about exercise and nutrition — and still struggling herself — she walked away from the industry entirely. What she discovered through neuroscience, mindfulness, and her own rock-bottom moment completely changed the way she understood wellness. And it became the foundation for everything she teaches today.In this episode we cover:Why knowing what to do and actually doing it are two completely different problems — and what neuroscience says about closing that gapThe concept of neuroplasticity and why your brain is never too set in its ways to changeWhy pleasure — not punishment — is the most powerful motivator for lasting healthThe four pillars of Feel Better Now: The Rescue, The Revolution, The Rituals, and ReverenceWhat a micro-manifesto is and why something so small creates such a big shiftHow community increases your chances of reaching your wellness goals by 90%The one thing Catherine would tell an exhausted, burnt-out woman to do today — and it's not what you'd expectCatherine's closing answer will stop you in your tracks. If you've been pushing, grinding, and going, going, going — this episode is your permission slip.
This week, Traci sits down with Chris Taylor, founder of Actionable.co, a company that helps consultants prove the impact of their programs and build deeper, longer-lasting client relationships through behavior change technology, the Impact Certainty Methodology, and a global network of peers. Chris has spent 18 years making the case that the entire L&D industry is stuck measuring the wrong things, and that closing this gap is one of the most powerful levers a business has for driving real, lasting results.FREE RESOURCE: Chris's team put together a free toolkit covering everything the data shows makes learning actually stick, with nearly an hour of training included. Grab it at toolkit.actionable.co.What We Cover:The knowing-doing gap: why consuming information is step one, and what it actually takes to get people to changeWhy 96% of business stakeholders believe L&D impact should be measured, yet less than 4% of programs do it wellThe three conditions for real behavior change: knowing how, having a strong enough reason, and a path that makes change easier than staying putStarting with strategy, not tactics: how aligning learning to business priorities changes every decision that followsThe content commoditization reality: why AI has made content delivery the least valuable thing a consultant or L&D team can offerSynchronous vs. self-directed learning and why async formats make sustaining behavior change nearly impossibleSocial scaffolding: why the people participants interact with daily outweigh top-down culture in driving changeWhat 100,000 behavior change commitments reveal about human motivation and willingness to growHow frontline leaders can drive real development even inside organizations that aren't walking the walkConnect with Chris Taylor: LinkedIn | Actionable.coConnect with Traci here: https://linktr.ee/HRTraciDisclaimer: Thoughts, opinions, and statements made on this podcast are not a reflection of the thoughts, opinions, and statements of the Company by whom Traci Chernoff is actively employed.Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products or services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.
☎️ Book Your COMPLEMENTARY CONSULTATION and CALORIE CALCULATION Call: https://calendly.com/d/2p8-mxx-dgf/free-consultation-call-zoomIf you've ever felt like you had weight loss figured out but then all of a sudden things started going backwards — this episode is for you.Perimenopause and postmenopause are not the same hormonal environment. They don't respond the same to food. They don't respond to the same training. And the strategy that helps in one phase can quietly make things worse in the other.In this episode, I break down how these two phases are so different — and why using the wrong approach for where you actually are is one of the most common reasons women feel stuck.In this episode:How your nutritional needs are completely different in perimenopause vs. postmenopause — and what actually needs to changeWhy your training has to shift between phases — and the one thing that becomes non-negotiable the further you goHow fat loss strategy changes depending on which phase you're in — and why the same approach won't work for bothWhy your hormones are behaving so differently in each phase — and what that means for how your body responds to everything you doThe most common mistake women make when they move from one phase to the other — and what to do instead
What happens when almost 500 firefighters get a full health screening—and many discover hidden risks they never saw coming?Rip sits down with Deputy Chief Jayme McConnellogue and Lieutenant Ian Elliott of the Colorado Springs Fire Department to explore a groundbreaking department-wide health initiative—and the life-changing results.From undiagnosed cancers to widespread cardiovascular risk, the findings were shocking. But what followed is even more inspiring: a grassroots movement toward better health, fueled by education, vulnerability, and the power of plant-based nutrition.Ian shares his personal story—from elite endurance athlete to unexpected heart health scare—and how a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle transformed his health, energy, and outlook.This episode is a must-listen for anyone who believes they're “doing everything right”… and for anyone ready to take control of their health.Key Takeaways:Nearly 500 firefighters voluntarily underwent health screeningsMultiple cancers identified—many in asymptomatic individuals84% had elevated LDL cholesterol (major heart disease risk)Over 50% had high total cholesterolHundreds of firefighters showed signs of hypertensionMental health culture paved the way for physical health transformationReal change started from the ground up—not top downFood can be a powerful tool for prevention—and reversalYou'll Learn:Why even “fit” individuals can have hidden cardiovascular diseaseHow firehouse culture influences long-term healthThe connection between vulnerability and real behavior changeWhy plant-based nutrition is gaining traction—even in high-performance professionsHow to start making changes without overwhelmThis episode is really about leadership. It's about culture change. It's about vulnerability. And ultimately—it's about the life-saving power of the food we choose to put into our bodies every single day.Watch the Episode on YouTubeLearn More About our 2026 Live PLANTSTRONG Events: https://plantstrongevents.com/ Let Us Help Your PLANTSTRONG JourneyLearn More About Our Corporate Wellness Program: https://liveplantstrong.com/corporate-wellness/ COMPLEMENT: Use code PLANTSTRONG for 30% off at https://lovecomplement.com/pages/plantstrong-special-offer Follow PLANTSTRONG and Rip Esselstynhttps://plantstrong.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GoPlantstrong https://www.instagram.com/goplantstrong/https://www.instagram.com/ripesselstyn/ Follow the PLANTSTRONG Podcast and Give the Show a 5-star RatingApple PodcastsSpotify
Ever noticed yourself holding your breath while checking your email?Or reading the news?Or seeing a text notification flash on your phone?This week on Vedge Your Best, Annette and Graham Henry, AKA the Vegan Breathing Coaches join the pod.Berlin-based Brits Annette and Graham are vegan. They are breathing coaches. And they are talking to us about something most of us assume we already know how to do: breathe.We talk about mouth breathing, nose breathing, over-breathing, breath-holding, snoring, sleep, anxiety, posture, modern stress, and the very real phenomenon sometimes called “email apnea.”But this conversation is really about something bigger than breath.It's about noticing what we didn't know we weren't noticing.So many of us walk around thinking, “I'm just anxious,” or “I just don't sleep well,” or “I'm just overwhelmed,” when sometimes there may be something very basic happening in the body that we have not even considered.And if you are part of the Vedge Your Best community, you know how much of changing our lives begins with awareness. We inherited a way of eating. We inherited ideas about animals, food, normalcy, health, and comfort. And apparently, many of us may also have inherited or developed breathing habits that are not serving us as well as we think.This is not a magic wand episode. Breathing does not fix everything. Veganism does not fix everything. No single practice fixes everything.But sometimes change begins with one small question:What if this thing I thought was “just me” is actually something I can understand, support, or gently change?In this episode, we talk about:Why Annette and Graham call themselves the Vegan Breathing CoachesWhat “email apnea” is and why so many of us may be holding our breath without realizing itHow modern stress, phones, inboxes, posture, and daily habits may affect the way we breatheThe difference between mouth breathing and nose breathingWhy “just take a deep breath” may not always be the most helpful adviceHow breathing patterns can relate to sleep, anxiety, snoring, and feeling constantly on alertWhy the diaphragm matters more than many of us realizeThe connection between awareness, body signals, and lasting changeWhy noticing your breath can be a useful practice — without turning it into one more perfectionist projectImportant NoteThis episode is for education and curiosity. It is not medical advice. If you have sleep apnea, significant breathing concerns, chronic insomnia, panic attacks, serious snoring, or you are considering something like mouth taping — especially for a child — please work with a qualified professionalResourcesLearn more about Annette and Graham Henry and their breathing resources here: https://www.henryandhenryeu.com/Mentioned in this episode:Breath by James NestorSubscribe & Review:If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us grow and share the message of plant-based living with more listeners.For more information, to submit a question or topic, or to book a free 30 minute Coaching session visit veganatanyage.com or email info@micheleolendercoaching.com Music, Production, and Editing by Charlie Weinshank. For inquiries email: charliewe97@gmail.com Virtual Support Services: https://proadminme.com/
In this episode, Dr. K explains why lowering your expectations is the key to mental peace, while emphasizing that you should never settle by lowering your standards. He breaks down the neuroscience of "prediction errors" and reveals why the gap between what you expect and what you actually receive is the primary source of emotional suffering. What to expect in this episode: Expectations vs. Standards: A technical breakdown of how an expectation is a prediction of the future, while a standard is the minimum level of quality you are willing to accept. The Survival Brain: Why our brains evolved to make constant predictions, using the metaphor of an impala at a watering hole to illustrate how expectations serve as a crucial survival mechanism. The Punishment of Prediction Errors: An analysis of how the brain "punishes" you with emotional pain when your predictions are wrong to force you to align your mind with reality. Compensatory Standards: Why people who experience failure often set unattainable standards to make up for past mistakes, which often leads to a cycle of self-sabotage. The Roadmap to Excellence: Practical advice on achieving high goals by starting with a minimum standard and iteratively working your way up, similar to ranking up in a video game. Relationships and the Will to Change: Why successful relationships depend on a partner's willingness to change rather than just finding a perfect "spark". Wanting vs. Liking: A deep dive into the brain's independent circuits for dopamine (wanting) and serotonin (liking), explaining why we often do not actually enjoy the things we crave. Improving Life Outcomes: How making accurate, data-driven predictions can prevent frustration in your career and help you navigate the "friend zone" or dating apps more effectively. Dr. K's NEW Guide to Love, Sex, & Relationships is here! Order now: https://bit.ly/4dO3x0VHG Coaching : https://bit.ly/46bIkdo Dr. K's Guide to Mental Health: https://bit.ly/44z3SztHG Memberships : https://bit.ly/3TNoMVf Products & Services : https://bit.ly/44kz7x0 HealthyGamer.GG: https://bit.ly/3ZOopgQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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A year of internal recalibration doesn't stay internal. This episode widens the lens to the full relational landscape and names what living recalibrated actually looks like in the relationships you're already in.Before anything else today — look around. At the relationships. At what the people in your life have been quietly receiving all year without knowing why.This episode is the Horizontal Alignment close of Week 16: Living Recalibrated. Saturday in the final week holds the full relational landscape of a year — and asks us to see, without grading or cataloging, what identity-level change looks like when it's expressed in the people around us.What we name in this episode:Why a year of internal recalibration moves into the texture of ordinary relational momentsWhat the relational evidence of integration actually looks like — quieter than expectedWhy the most honest evidence is the return that was different, not the relationship that went perfectlyWhat it means that the relationships don't need an announcement — they've been living with the changeWhy the relationships don't need a catalog. They need your continued presence.This isn't about the dramatic relational evidence. The most honest expression of living recalibrated is the texture of ordinary moments that has changed. The breakfast table that costs less. The room that breathes differently. The return from drift that arrived less defended than before.Today's Micro Recalibration: Which relationship in my life has been quietly different this year — not because I engineered a change, but because I changed?Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you→ Learn about The Recalibration Cohort→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes.→ Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights→ Download the Misalignment Audit→ Subscribe to the weekly newsletter→ Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.)→ One link to all things...
Sleep, Mental Health, and the Science of FlourishingThis week on Think Thursday, Molly revisits a topic that has shown up many times on the podcast: sleep. But this conversation takes a different angle in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month.Drawing from recent research from the National Sleep Foundation, Molly explores the connection between sleep and “flourishing” — not just the absence of anxiety or depression, but the ability to feel emotionally well, resilient, hopeful, connected, and capable in daily life.In this episode:Why sleep is foundational to emotional regulation and mental healthHow sleep deprivation impacts the amygdala and prefrontal cortexThe relationship between sleep, dopamine, impulsivity, and behavior changeWhy exhaustion has become normalized in modern cultureMolly's personal experience tracking sleep with an Oura ringHow alcohol impacts REM sleep, recovery, and sleep qualityThe concept of “sleep debt” and why recovery sleep mattersA fascinating sleep technique called cognitive shuffling and how it may help calm an overactive brain at nightKey takeaway:Sometimes what feels like a motivation problem, mindset problem, or emotional resilience problem may actually be an exhausted nervous system asking for restoration.Referenced research:National Sleep Foundation Sleep in America Polls (2023 & 2025)If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast. It helps more people discover the show and supports the mission of helping people better understand their beautiful, brilliant human brains. ★ Support this podcast ★
When someone we love steps into a new season, sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is pray.Transitions, whether joyful or difficult, often leave us searching for the right words. In those moments, Scripture gives us a place to anchor our hearts and lift the people we love to God with confidence.In this episode, Angie shares a deeply personal moment as her son prepares to graduate from college and step into the next chapter of his life. Rooted in 2 Chronicles 20:12, this conversation invites listeners into a quiet time of praying God's promises over those entering new seasons. What you'll hear in this week's episodeWhy seasons of transition can feel both joyful and uncertain for the people who love usHow praying Scripture gives us words when we don't know what to pray12 powerful Bible passages to pray over someone entering a new seasonHow God's promises bring peace, guidance, protection, and hope in times of changeWhy praying God's Word reminds us that we can trust Him with the people we love ResourcesPrayers for New Seasons Scripture DownloadA printable list of the 12 Scriptures prayed in this episode so you can keep them close and pray them over the people you love.Get your download using this link: https://steadyon.myflodesk.com/12scripturesVerse of the Week“We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you.”2 Chronicles 20:12b (NIV) Connect with Angie & Steady Onhttps://www.livesteadyon.comTheme Music: Glimmer by Andy Ellison
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High capacity humans often wait to feel more different before they trust the change is real. This episode names what identity-led living actually looks like — and why the most honest evidence arrives in the moments you didn't plan.There's a moment in every significant season of growth when the evidence stops arriving in the places you've been watching — and starts showing up in the ones you weren't.This episode is the Reclamation stage of Week 15: Integration Across Life. Not a new truth to learn — a recognition of what's already true. What we're reclaiming today is the evidence that identity-led living isn't something we're building toward. It's something already happening in the ordinary moments of our actual relationships.What we name in this episode:Why the most honest evidence of integration arrives in unplanned relational momentsThe specific skepticism high-capacity humans bring to evidence of real changeWhy trying to replicate the unplanned response turns it from evidence into strategyWhat it means to receive the evidence without immediately qualifying itWhy reclaimed identity doesn't require maintenance — only returnThis isn't a conversation about trying harder or showing up better. Identity-Level Recalibration works at the root — when the identity shifts, the unplanned responses shift with it. Not because of effort in the moment, but because of work that went deep enough to change the default.Today's Micro Recalibration: Think of one relationship that has historically carried weight. Where did you show up differently recently — without planning to? Notice it. Receive it as evidence. Don't immediately qualify it.Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you→ Learn about The Recalibration Cohort→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes.→ Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights→ Download the Misalignment Audit→ Subscribe to the weekly newsletter→ Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.)→ One link to all things...
In this episode, Brooke explores the profound impact of creating an atmosphere where God can show up in our lives. She discusses the importance of belief, faith, and hopeful expectation over mere wishful thinking, sharing practical steps to transform discouraging environments. Brooke emphasizes the power of worship music, scripture, and prayer in inviting God's presence and fostering a spirit of faith. With heartfelt prayer and actionable advice, this episode aims to inspire listeners to persistently seek God's guidance and live with hopeful expectancy. Key Moments & Timestamps 00:45 – Starting the Day: Brooke discusses the critical importance of maintaining focus and belief from the moment you wake up. 02:10 – Changing Atmosphere: Practical methods to shift your environment and regain a sense of hope and excitement when things feel heavy. 04:00 – Tools for Change: Why worship music is a powerful tool to uplift your mood and invite a spiritual shift. 05:30 – Relying on Scripture: The necessity of reading the Bible to find personal strength and divine truth during difficult seasons. 07:15 – Power of Prayer: The physical and spiritual act of kneeling to pray and seeking direct support from God. 08:45 – Support Network: Encouragement to reach out to trusted friends and community when you are feeling down or stuck. Resources: Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible. Apply at https://BrookeThomas.com/Mastermind One Day. One Room. One Yes Can Change Everything. Join Brooke Thomas in Dallas on April 23rd for a powerful one-day experience where faith-driven female leaders gather for bold strategy, high-level networking, and breakthrough clarity. When the right women gather, God moves. This event is selling out fast - only 8 tickets left! Save your seat at https://BrookeThomas.com/Dallas Find Your People. Build With Purpose. Activate Your Impact is where faith-driven women stop building alone and start building together. Access monthly teaching, live coaching, and a network of women who are moving in the same direction you are. This is what keeps you plugged in, growing, and activated between the big moments. Join today at https://BrookeThomas.com/Activate Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible. Apply at https://BrookeThomas.com/Mastermind Activate Your Impact! There's a version of you God is waiting to activate. This book will show you how to step boldly into your calling with unshakable faith and build a life and business that honors Him. Get your copy and special bonuses at https://brookethomas.com/book
There's a difference between looking strong… and actually being resilient.In this conversation, I sat down with Kris Gethin—someone who has spent decades pushing the limits of performance, recovery, and discipline.But what stood out to me isn't just how hard he trains.It's how clearly he understands that real strength isn't just physical.It's mental.It's behavioral.And it's built through the small decisions we make every day.Kris didn't come into this world through a perfect path.He found training through injury, through losing his identity, and through having to rebuild himself from the ground up.And that's really what this conversation is about.Not optimization for the sake of looking better.But using discipline as a way to stabilize your life.In this episode, we cover:Why doing hard things first thing in the morning changes your entire dayThe difference between physical strength and mental capacityHow community—not just programming—is what actually drives long-term changeWhy most people struggle to change even when they want toThe role of identity in building (or breaking) consistencyHow nutrition, sleep, and environment shape your ability to performThe balance between intensity and recoveryAnd what it really means to be “harder to kill”A bigger takeawayA lot of people are chasing performance, success, or some version of “better.”But if your system—your sleep, your stress, your habits—isn't aligned…Everything feels harder than it should.Kris has a very direct way of saying it:Do the hard things first.Build resilience.And stop negotiating with yourself.CONNECTFollow & Connect with Gabby ReeceWebsite: gabriellereece.comInstagram: @gabbyreecePodcast: The Gabby Reece ShowFollow & Connect with Kris GethinWebsite: krisgethin.comInstagram: @krisgethinPrograms & Coaching: Available through his website and training platformsSupplements: Unmatched SuppsEpisode Sponsors:Get 15% off OneSkin with the code GABBYREECE at https://www.oneskin.co/GABBYREECE #oneskinpodSupport your cells and how you age with Mitopure® Gummies from Timeline. Visit timeline.com/GABBY to up to 39% off your Mitopure® Gummies.Save 25% on your first month at Ritual.com/GABBY. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.