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SHINING WITH ADHD #199: Self-Care is Not Selfish! Small Shifts That Make a Big Difference The Childhood Collective5/28/2025SUMMARYIf you've ever rolled your eyes at the phrase “don't forget to take care of yourself,” this episode is for you. We're joined by Monica Packer from the About Progress podcast to talk about what self-care *really* looks like when you're raising neurodivergent kids. Monica helps us move beyond bubble baths and into daily practices that actually help us feel more grounded, connected, and calm. Whether you're deep in survival mode or just craving a little more peace, this conversation is full of empathy and doable steps to help you make progress toward your goals. MEET MONICA PACKERMonica Packer is a recovering perfectionist who uncovered the truest model to lasting growth: it's progress made practical. As a podcaster and coach, she guides women to find sustainable growth by adopting progress over perfection. Monica's popular podcast, About Progress is a top-rated show with millions of downloads. She has served thousands of women online as a certified habits and identity coach. Monica is a mom of 5, former middle school teacher, sourdough obsessor, and beginning gardener. You can find more about Monica at aboutprogress.com.LINKS + RESOURCESEpisode #199 TranscriptAbout Progress WebsiteSticky Habit Rainstorm About Progress Instagram The Childhood Collective InstagramHave a question or want to share some thoughts? Shoot us an email at hello@thechildhoodcollective.comMentioned in this episode:Shining at SchoolShining at School is a video-based course that will teach you how to help your child with ADHD go from surviving to thriving at school for elementary and middle schoolers. On your own time. At your own pace. Use the code PODCAST for 10% off!Shining at School CourseHungryrootHungryroot offers “good-for-you groceries and simple recipes.” We have loved having one less thing to worry about when it comes to raising kids. For 40% off your first box, click the link below and use CHILDHOOD40 in all caps to get the discount.HungryrootBoard Games for Kids with ADHDBoard games are a natural way to help kids build their executive functioning and cooperation skills. When we polled the community about your favorite board games for kids with ADHD, you gave us hundreds of ideas! We narrowed them down to the games that got the most votes, and sorted them by age. Check out our top recommendations for board games for kids with ADHD, and let us know how it goes. Board Games for Kids with ADHD
Hey, Brave Table fam! Welcome to a powerful episode where we're revisiting standout moments from seven of the most transformative episodes in Brave Table history. From redefining your dreams and overcoming self-doubt to fostering meaningful connections and creating a vivid vision for your future, this episode is your ultimate guide to stepping into the best version of yourself in 2025. Each segment is packed with actionable insights, personal breakthroughs, and inspiring guest perspectives. Let's dive in and make this year our bravest yet! What you'll get out of this episode… Overcome self-doubt by using reflective practices like journaling and meditation. Mental health isn't selfish—it's the foundation for showing up fully in life. Regulate your nervous system to stay resilient during chaos. Craft a vivid vision of your future to gain clarity and motivation. Foster meaningful relationships that inspire growth and connection. Embrace failure and uncertainty as stepping stones to success To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
What if you could become biologically 20 years younger in just 12 months? According to Dr. Peter Diamandis, XPRIZEFoundation founder and author of the “Longevity Guidebook,” we're closer than you think. In this episode, Dr. Peter Diamandis reveals why 2024 marks the beginning of a health span revolution that could help humans live past 120 years. Learn why he also believes mindset is the most overlooked factor in longevity, and how your beliefs about aging program your biology. Are you ready to take control of your biological age? Watch now to learn why mastering these fundamentals today could help you intercept the most powerful anti-aging breakthroughs of tomorrow! Pre-order Dr. Peter Diamandis's “Longevity Guidebook” here!: https://theultimatehuman.com/book-recs Listen to "Moonshots with Peter Diamandis” on all your favorite platforms! YouTube: https://bit.ly/41GvX6X Spotify: https://bit.ly/3DggC31 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41IysG5 Join Dr. Peter Diamandis' XPRIZE Foundation: https://bit.ly/3BzneZO Connect with Dr. Peter Diamandis: Website: https://bit.ly/3ZWvE6H Instagram: https://bit.ly/3VKPdN0 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3Dv0Y3B TikTok: https://bit.ly/4ghjg71 X.com: https://bit.ly/41Ce5tO LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3VHw7aC 00:00 Intro of Show 03:18 Building Blocks of a Long, Healthy Life 07:05 Self-Care is Not Selfish 10:15 Health Span Revolution 16:01 Why Minimize Sugar Intake? 23:30 Impact of Mindset on Health 27:22 What Excites Dr. Peter Diamandis? 33:50 Saving Your Child's Placenta 36:45 Therapeutic Plasma Exchange 38:50 What is Immune Exhaustion? 43:50 Health Span Prize 53:35 Life Force (Book) 1:00:23 Importance of Big Data and AI on Health 1:04:40 Taking Up to 80 Supplements in a Day 1:07:26 Sirtuins Correcting DNA Mutation 1:10:10 Impact of Community on Life Expectancy 1:12:58 Connect with Dr. Diamandis 1:15:19 Final Question: What does it mean to you to be an “Ultimate Human?” GET GARY'S WEEKLY TIPS ON HEALTH AND LIFESTYLE OPTIMIZATION: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU EIGHT SLEEP - SAVE $350 ON THE POD 4 ULTRA WITH CODE “GARY”: https://bit.ly/3WkLd6E ECHO GO PLUS HYDROGEN WATER BOTTLE: https://bit.ly/3xG0Pb8 BODY HEALTH - USE CODE “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF YOUR ORDER: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV BAJA GOLD - 91 ESSENTIAL MINERALS PER PINCH! 10% OFF USE CODE "ULTIMATE10": https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa ELEVATE YOUR WORKOUTS WITH THE ULTIMATE HUMAN STRENGTH TRAINING EQUIPMENT: https://bit.ly/3zYwtSl THE COLD LIFE - BOOST RECOVERY & WELL-BEING WITH THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp MASA CHIPS - GET 20% OFF YOUR FIRST $50+ ORDER: https://bit.ly/40LVY4y PARKER PASTURES - GET PREMIUM GRASS-FED MEATS TODAY: https://bit.ly/4hHcbhc SHOP GARY'S TOP-RATED PRODUCTS & EXCLUSIVE DEALS: https://theultimatehuman.com/amazon-recs Watch the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Connect with Gary Brecka: Website: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H X.com: https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2 Download the “Ultimate Human Podcast” on all your favorite podcast platforms: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The Content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey Brave Table fam! Today, we're diving into a topic so many of us wrestle with — rest! Why is it that we feel guilty when we take time for ourselves? Why does resting sometimes make us feel lazy or unproductive? Growing up in a household where rest was synonymous with "not enough," I get it. In this episode, I share my personal journey with redefining rest, unpacking those old narratives, and learning to truly savor the slow. I also reflect on insights from Dr. Avanti Singh, who reminds us of the dangers of constantly "pushing" — especially around the holidays when the pressure to "do it all" can feel overwhelming. So let's get comfortable, release the guilt, and step into a mindset where rest is not just okay — it's necessary. Let's explore this together and make peace with rest as part of our growth. What you'll get out of this episode… Rest is an essential part of productivity, creativity, and well-being. Learning to Let Go Savor the Slow Rest creates space for miracles and unexpected opportunities Simple rituals remind us to slow down and embrace the present TIMESTAMPS [00:00:00] - Intro to the Brave Table [00:04:00] - Personal story: Family, rest, and health challenges [00:10:00] - Can we savor the slow and embrace boredom? [00:16:00] - The power of letting go and manifesting through rest [00:19:00] - Reframing rest with the “That Sucked, Now What?” Affirmation Deck To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
Because when we're in our power, in alignment with ourselves, and feeling our best, we are wildly magnetic! Because we're inherently magnetic, we just often have people, mindsets, emotions, or situations that pull us out of our magnetism and block us from showing up in the way and creating the reality that we truly want.In this episode, I dive deep into all things navigating drinking and the holidays with Wander + Ivy founder Dana Spaulding. We talk about how to bring mindfulness and personal power into drinking if you choose, why we sometimes 'lean on' alcohol, and how to support yourself in drinking from a place and in a way that serves you... and how to navigate doing what's right for you, whether that's drinking or not, when you might be facing pushback or shame (or be a recovering people pleaser like us!).While we dive deep, we give so many tips to navigating all of it was that support you both emotionally, relationally, and physically! **ANNOUNCEMENT: I'm hosting a Higher Self Workshop at the Gansevoort November 25th at 6pm, and have several spots to give as a gift (free!) to a few of you! There will be Wander + Ivy Wine as well as Beauty Goodie Bags, so come join for a transformative and fun evening! RSVP by emailing be or shooting me a DM (contact info below!)We chat:-Dana's Story-How Wander + Ivy Was Born-Wine is Very Unregulated Ingredient-Wise-Most Wine is Heavily Marked by Pesticides and Additives-My Experience ‘Using' and Depending on Alcohol-Removing Shame and Guilt Surrounding Drinking and Not Drinking-How to Handle Pressure to Drink -The Power of Bringing Intentionality into Drinking-The Importance of Owning Your Choices-When Choosing to Drink Doesn't Serve Us-Why Many of Us ‘Use' Alcohol and What to Do Instead-Where ‘Needing' a Drink Comes From and How to Not 'Need' One-Why Boundaries During the Holidays Are So Important-How to Combat People Pleasing to Your Own Detriment-How to Decide What to Say ‘No' To and How to Do It Better-It is Not Selfish to Do What's Right for You and the Right People Will Understand-Tips for Feeling Physically Better When Drinking-A Mindset Shift to Help You Choose Moderation from AbundanceWhere to Find Dana/Wander + Ivy:Dana's InstagramWander + Ivy's InstagramWebsiteThings Mentioned:Quote by Carl RogersLMNT ElectrolytesReLyte ElectrolytesPurely ElizabethKroma GranolaAnd you can get it HERE with free bonuses and special launch month pricing!! My Instagram: @jordanlaurelle - come say hi!For coaching inquiries: jordanlaurellecoaching@gmail.com or book a discovery call HERE.Book a One-Time 75 Minute Call HERE.Sign Up for my Email List HERE.
Hey loves, welcome back to The Brave Table! Today, we're dismantling a major myth in the world of personal growth – the ‘good vibes only' mentality. While it's great to stay positive, I'm here to remind you that we need to feel ALL of our emotions to truly grow. In this episode, we're diving deep into the concept of emotional contrast. Yes, you can feel sadness, rage, grief, AND joy at the same time – and that's beautiful! I'll also be sharing how to navigate the darker emotions that most of us tend to avoid, why they are just as important as the light, and how to transmute them in a healthy way. Get ready for some juicy tools to work through your anger, feel your grief, and embrace your full range of emotions – all while still celebrating life's joy. If you're someone who's tired of the toxic positivity trap, this one's for you! What you'll get out of this episode… Embrace your darker emotions to grow, transforming grief, anger, and sadness into peace and joy. Setting time to feel and release your emotions through journaling, dancing, or screaming is powerful. Your body stores emotions in specific organs Joy requires sadness; resilience comes from embracing both. Embrace the paradox—it's okay to laugh and cry at once! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Welcome and Introduction 02:00 – Why the ‘good vibes only' mindset can be toxic 03:30 – The role of shadow work and embracing our darker sides 07:45 – Practical tools to navigate tough emotions in a healthy way 13:45 – The science behind how our bodies store emotions (liver = anger, lungs = grief) 17:00 – Why teaching our kids to embrace all emotions helps them build resilience 21:00 – Action steps: How will you start embracing all parts of you To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
Hey Brave Table fam! Today, we're diving deep into heart-opening medicine, ancestral wisdom, and the beauty of ceremonial practices with none other than Christine Olivia, a true creatrix, author, and cacao queen. In this episode, Christine brings her magical journey to the table, guiding us on a path to remember and reconnect with our roots. Through the grounding practices she shares in her new book, Remember Your Roots: How to Awaken Your Ancestral Power and Live with Gratitude, Christine shows us how to reconnect with ourselves, honor our lineage, and embrace our own sacred medicine. Prepare to feel inspired, aligned, and heart-opened! What you'll get out of this episode… Daily rituals can become powerful spaces for healing and self-discovery. Rediscovering ancestral wisdom through plant medicines Daily gratitude shifts our energy, reconnects us with our bodies, and honors our journeys. Cacao and spiritual practices nurture your inner child, sparking joy and healing. To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
n this episode of the Level Up Podcast, we tackle the complex and trending topic of body positivity and inclusivity. We explore the pros and cons of the movement, discussing how societal standards have shifted and what it means to truly embrace body positivity without compromising on health. From the changing ideals in media to the importance of self-esteem and healthy habits, we break down the conversation to help you navigate this evolving landscape. Tune in: (00:00) The Evolution of Body Positivity: From Taboo to Trend (07:29) The Role of Social Media in Shaping Body Positivity (11:48) Inclusivity vs. Health: Finding the Balance (16:09) The Importance of Healthy Habits Over Appearance (22:24) Why Self-Care is Essential, Not Selfish (28:28) The Risks of Radical Acceptance Without Change (34:09) Setting Healthy Boundaries in the Age of Social Media (38:49) Positive Changes: Embracing Growth Without Losing Self-Love (41:03) Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways Enjoy! Follow Level Up on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levelup_podcast_/ Connect with Sharelle: https://www.instagram.com/sharellegrant/ Engage with Dani: https://www.instagram.com/daniantonellos/
Welcome back to another heart-opening episode of The Brave Table! I'm Dr. Neeta, and today we're diving deep into the world of love, relationships, and self-discovery with the incredible Sonia Normal. Are you struggling to find love or maybe just on a relationship detox? Sonia is here to guide you with her powerful insights on self-love and how to magnetically attract your soulmate. Sonia's mission to empower women to prioritize themselves and create a love-centered life is truly inspiring. Tune in to hear her journey and discover practical steps to transform your relationship with yourself and others. Get ready for a juicy, empowering conversation! What you'll get out of this episode… Discover how prioritizing self-love sets the tone and teaches others how to love you. Uncover the power of reflecting on past relationships through a “relationship inventory” to identify patterns and areas for growth. Learn why taking the time to heal and process past experiences is crucial before jumping into a new relationship, avoiding the carryover of old baggage. Untangle the inner child experience and how parental relationships are connected to relationship patterns. Acknowledge and confront fears about relationships to empower you and prevent self-sabotage. Explore how fully embracing self-love and letting go of past hurts can raise your vibration and clarity, making it easier to attract your ideal partner. To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5 star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
Hey Brave Table fam! Today, we're taking a deep dive with Farnoosh Torabi, the acclaimed finance guru who's bravely navigating life's crossroads with her latest book, "A Healthy State of Panic." Farnoosh shares how fear isn't just an obstacle but a powerful guide to living a fulfilled life. From her humble beginnings as a terrified little girl to becoming a celebrated author and media powerhouse, Farnoosh's journey is a testament to embracing fear and turning it into an ally. We get real about immigrant parenting, the challenges of navigating fear in our careers, and the surprising moments of bravery that define us. Trust me, you don't want to miss this one! What you'll get out of this episode… Why we all need A Healthy State of Panic From financial expert to author, how to embrace evolution and new challenges Overcoming loneliness through deep, meaningful connections Breaking barriers and dreaming big as a child of immigrant parents Becoming fearless, how to harness fear for profound personal growth in life's critical moments Transformation through authenticity: Turning perceived failures into powerful experiences To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5 star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
Hey there, beautiful souls! Welcome to another enlightening episode of The Brave Table Podcast. Today, we have a special guest, Karishma Patel, host of the inspiring “It's Not Selfish” podcast. As a devoted caretaker to her visually impaired sister, Karishma's journey is a testament to the transformative power of self-love and mental health. She shares how her passion for fitness on social media evolved into a mission of helping others find and embrace their own self-worth. Together, we're spilling all the tea on mental health, breaking cultural taboos, and discussing the importance of creating safe spaces for vital conversations about mental and emotional well-being, especially within the brown community. So, pull up a seat and join us for this heartfelt discussion on self-love, mental wellness, and the powerful journey of taking care of ourselves! What you'll get out of this episode… Discover the complexities of caretaking and its impact on mental wellness The importance of self-love as a selfless act Breaking societal norms and expectations, especially within the brown community Why openness and vulnerability in navigating mental health struggles How can society change its attitude towards behavioral health Importance of creating a supportive and open community for discussing mental health issues To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5 star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
Learning It's Essential, Not Selfish, To Put Your Health First: Getting The Fabulous Fleur Back
Struggling with setting boundaries in your relationships? You're not alone. I've been on this challenging journey myself, and I'm ready to share my personal experiences and lessons learned. We'll dive into the pivotal insights from Nedra Glover Tawab's book, "Set Boundaries, Find Peace," and discuss how these principles have been instrumental in understanding and addressing boundary issues in my own life, and could be for you too. We'll also examine the telltale signs that indicate you need to better define your boundaries - from feeling overwhelmed and resentful to avoiding interactions with people who might ask for help.We often find ourselves saying 'sorry' after setting a boundary, but it's crucial to remember that you're not doing anything wrong by taking care of your mental and emotional wellbeing. We'll navigate through these exercises together to ensure you are confident in setting, maintaining, and respecting your own boundaries in relationships or situationshipships. These are necessary steps you can take to ensure you feel safe and comfortable. Remember, prioritizing yourself is NOT SELFISH! Follow us on TikTok and Instagram!https://www.tiktok.com/@situationshiptosoulmatehttps://www.instagram.com/situationshiptosoulmate/
In this episode, Lyndsay Soprano speaks with Lesley ‘Amazing' Logan, about how perfectionism gets in our own way of making ourselves a PRIORITY in our lives and how self-care is NOT SELFISH. We talk about how a Pilates practice ties into connecting with oneself and the mission of self-care and how that translates into connecting more with others.She is a certified Pilates teacher, breathwork, habits, and mindset coach, and the founder of OnlinePilatesClasses.com, the first free online catalog of Pilates exercise tutorials, where you can also find weekly Pilates classes and workshops about self-care and perfectionism. And…she is the host of “Be It Till You See It” podcast. Where each week she hosts inspiring guests from all walks of life, digging into how they prioritized themselves to get to where they are today.Not to mention she is the QUEEN of self-care!Listen to this dynamite episode where 2 Beautiful Queens tackle self-care at its core. https://link.chtbl.com/paingamepodcastYou can find Lesley Logan online at:INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/lesley.logan YOUTUBE:https://youtube.com/onlinepilatesclasses WEBSITE:https://www.onlinepilatesclasses.com PODCAST:Be It Till You See It
In this episode, Deanna and Judi have a conversation about the importance of self care – what it is, what it is not, and why we need it as leaders. The post Don't Believe What You've Heard! Self-Care is Not Selfish! appeared first on Join The Movement!.
SHOW NOTES: On this show…we are taking another stab at it, digging in to see what went wrong and how we can re-engineer our approach, modify our goal, or clarify our vision. Because YOU deserve another go! How many home runs and hole-in-ones have you had in your life? Can you count them on one hand or are you right now, holding back a chuckle thinking “Yeah right!”? Well if you're tired of the hammer hitting everything but the nail on the head, hold tight. Let's step back for a minute. Are you worth figuring this out? Unlocking the door to possibilities? You bet you are. Sometimes all it takes is a little inspiration and an alternative perception. You got this! Not ready to release the rally cry? Keep listening… Brian from beyondbmoore.com starts us off with 5 THINGS HOLDING YOU BACK FROM LIVING THE LIFE YOU DESERVE! Need some more proof, Kristen Hedges gives you 3 Reasons Why You Deserve the Best! Found at mindbodygreen.com At the processprogramming.com I was inspired by YOU DESERVE TO TRY they have a podcast @liveperformcompete Kobe Bryant's Greatest Speech | BEST Motivation Ever Lizzy Doole believes We All Deserve to Receive What We Need (and It's Not Selfish) found at tinybuddha.com CHALLENGE: don't give up too soon. Make this attempt personal, striving for your unique why. As you give, be open to receiving for a healthy balance because you deserve another go. I Know YOU Can Do It!
Susan wants us all to know that we ARE allowed to have our feelings, feel them and experience them. In this episode, she reminds us that our minds want to automatically go to the worst-case scenario when we are faced with challenges and that is why it is crucial that we find the 'gems' and "gifts" that can be found during our most difficult times. Susan says, "Adversity demands from us things that we didn't know we had." and no one can argue with that.Meet Susan De LorenzoLife Coach Susan De Lorenzo helps women who are emerging from life-altering adversities and guides them to evaluate the insights and wisdom that such times hold. She believes our dark times hold amazing "gems" which we can use to construct our lives on an elevated platform for a soul-led life that honors the journey and the great woman who was within all along. As a survivor of invasive breast cancer whose marriage dissolved as treatment ended, Susan draws upon her personal journey as well as her training as a life coach to give clients, readers and listeners the mindsets and tools to rebuild their lives in alignment with their deepest desires. Susan is also a soon-to-be author of the book, Pulling the Gems from Adversity, slated to be published by Balboa Press. Sign up on her website SusanDeLorenzo.com to receive periodic updates and release details. Learn More and Connect Herehttps://susandelorenzo.com/https://www.facebook.com/DreamCoachSusanhttps://twitter.com/SusanDeLorenzo3https://www.linkedin.com/in/susandelorenzo/ Freebie: Susan is generously offering a 45-minute launchpad session free of charge to those interested in discovering what may be holding them back from giving themselves what their hearts keep crying for. Learn more about your host, Nelia, at https://neliahutt.comJoin the Free 5-Day Discover Your Passion Challenge athttps://neliahutt.com/https://www.travellivegive.com. Helping you Discover Inner Peace through Giving!GET THE BOOK GIving My Heart Room To Breathe: https://amzn.to/3SaBLObBUY THE Ultimate I Deserve a Break Colouring Book: https://amzn.to/3Binyb6Email your comments, show ideas or connect at hello@neliahutt.com
Today we talk about changing up the price to access you. In the words of fat joe, ‘Yesterdays price is not todays prices!' . And just because someone USE to have access to you , doesn't mean you have to continue to extend that offer. We talk about making that change up , and why its NOT SELFISH to require more out those wanting some of your energy.
In this episode, Deanna and Judi have a conversation about the importance of self care – what it is, what it is not, and why we need it as leaders. The post Don't Believe What You've Heard! Self-Care is Not Selfish! appeared first on Join The Movement!.
In this episode of E to the 4th poWEr host Lady ZMG is re-sharing Self Care is Not Selfish, it's Necessary. Life is hectic, life is busy, and our minds our bombarded with so much negativity and stressors. Take a moment to truly replenish and do what is absolutely necessary for you to be in a good mindset. Self care will help you to be physically, mentally, emotionally, sexually, and spiritually in a better place to help others. STOP pouring from an empty cup. Why? You deserve it! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/zabrina-grisby/message
Emotional Intelligence is a fundamental aspect of living in an integrated flow with life. There are times when individuals with high emotional intelligence also use it to manipulate and control others for personal gains. Sometimes even causing significant harm to the other individual. Informing ourselves and gaining awareness, wisdom, and experience with our emotions is the key form of self-protection. Whether someone's actions are intentional or subconscious, the harm will still occur. Learn more about the dark side of emotional intelligence, some key areas to be aware of, and tools for self-protection. You can also take this free wellness course, ~ Gardening Your Soul ~ which is all about emotional intelligence. You can find it on my the course dashboard on my website where there are also other free wellness courses for you. Also on Serenity Wellness Tools on YouTube. Here are links to the added support information mentioned throughout. Episodes E54 ~ Silent Observer ~ https://anchor.fm/nicolewhite-1/episodes/Epiode---54---Silent-Observer-ed85bc E21 ~ Boundaries are NOT Selfish ~ https://anchor.fm/nicolewhite-1/episodes/Episode---21---Boundaries-are-Not-Selfish-e4484s E1 ~ An Introduction https://youtu.be/EZT2tEsvHbo Books Emotional Intelligence ~ https://amzn.to/3vQLwZo Inside, Outside, Upside Down ~ https://amzn.to/3kPQlMn Worry Stone ~ I guess they do sell them. I use stones I find in nature. https://amzn.to/3909tV4 Learn about Nicole ~ serenitywithnicole.com Follow: Fb: facebook.com/SerenityWellnessCentreLLC/ Ig: instagram.com/serenitywellnesscentre/ Me: instagram.com/serenitywithnicole/ Serenity Wellness Tools https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC78sMV_k4b6yHXUVD-hOzUA #emotionalintelligence #selfprotection #energytherapy
Anaya piggybacks off of Episode 2 (What is Self Love?) to remind the girls that Self Love is NOT Selfish. She talks about being more selfish with your presence, your time and not allowing people who don't deserve it, access to you. New QUEEN TALK segment at the end as well, so be sure to continue sending in your questions, scenarios y'all need advice on and episode topics. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/yougotthisqueen/message
*Self-Love and Self care are NOT Selfish or Narcissistic acts *How we Love others is how we can love ourselves *Self-Love consists of : .VULNERABILITY.HONESTY.ACCEPTANCE.FORGIVENESS and GRACE All of these aspects of Self-Love can then result in SELF RESPECT and a sense of VALUE*SELF CARE occurs within a Wholistic Framework.SPIRITUAL.MENTAL/COGNITIVE .PHYSICAL.EMOTIONAL This podcast guides the listener thru looking at these different aspects, traits, and actions to improve a sense of self-worth/self-respect/self-love; as well as looking at the wholistic aspects of Self Care. ****AN INCENTIVE IS AVAILABLE FOR THE 1ST 3 PEOPLE TO CONTACT LaDEMA : .Contact via the website at : www.embracethewrestle.net Contact via email: ladema@embracethewrestle.net .Contact by rating and reviewing on Apple Podcasts National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or text: 741741 Veterans call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 or text 838255
It can be physically and emotionally draining to care for an elderly or disabled family member. Just like anyone else, caregivers can often feel lonely, isolated, and overburdened as they try to balance their other commitments. But what resources are there for caregivers when dealing with these difficult emotions? Elaine Sanchez is here to help. Having had plenty of experience in caregiving herself, Elaine has developed an abundance of resources dedicated toward the mental aspect of caregiving, which is often not acknowledged enough. She is the author of the unflinchingly honest and surprisingly funny book, “Letters from Madelyn, Chronicles of a Caregiver,” and a co-founder of CaregiverHelp.com, a video-based caregiver support website. Her free videos include topics that cover: Creative Indifference Managing Anger Coping with Guilt Understanding Depression Managing Grief Sex, Violence, and Dementia Self-Care Listen in to this new episode of Absolute Trust Talk, as Elaine discusses the most common difficulties caregivers come across, as well as what resources are available for those dealing with these situations. Whether you're a caregiver, know someone that is, or are planning for the future, this is an episode you don't want to miss. “A quick strategy that I use for helping get over guilt: I really encourage people to think, okay, what was the incident, or what happened that made you feel guilty? And then ask, did I intentionally inflict physical or emotional pain on another person? And if the answer is yes, well, then guilt is appropriate. You're guilty. So, you should do whatever you need to do to make good on that. But I think more often than not, caregivers feel guilty for their feelings. And so, I encourage them to take that word and put it on the shelf and replace it with the word regret.” Big Three from Episode #071: Emotional stress and guilt are two of the biggest and most difficult parts of caregiving. This is totally normal! But you must face them and work through them. CaregiverHelp.com is the best place to start working through them. SELF-CARE IS NOT SELFISH! The most important documents for someone to have in their incapacity/estate plan are, a power of attorney, advanced healthcare directive, and some combination of a will and trust. Time-stamped Show Notes: 2:20 – Kristen goes over the resources Elaine Sanchez has to share, which she's developed in order to help caregivers, which can be accessed Elaine's website, CaregiverHelp.com. 6:05 – Elaine goes over the introduction of her book and the inspiration behind it. 8:17 – Are you a caregiver who is looking for FREE support at a moment's notice? Elaine's got you covered! Listen in as she discusses her program for caregivers available on her website. 9:50 – Helping caregivers deal with emotional stress starts here, because Elaine believes this is one of the most challenging aspects. 10:48 – What options do caregivers have when they feel isolated and alone? 11:55 – People don't think about this steep learning curve when it comes to caregiving. Press play here to for more. 12:15 – Elaine and Kirsten discuss why guilt is one of the most difficult emotions to cope with. 13:06 – Start listening now to hear Elaine's strategy to help others get over guilt. 15:43 – “Self-care is NOT Selfish.” If this sounds like something you're struggling with, start listening now for more of Elaine's insights. 17:56 – Do you have your “Ducks in a row?” Listen now to hear more about how you can get a plan in place to help with incapacity, end of life care and your passing – aka estate planning. 20:06 – Kirsten details the three essentials' people must have if they are incapacitated or likely to become incapacitated. 21:39 – Elaine shares a personal story about the importance of having an advance directive. 25:27 – When Elaine works with caregivers, this is the process she walks through with them to help manage their fears. 30:05 – Looking for even more resources? Try getting in touch with your local Area Agency on Aging. Google N4A.org to find yours! 31:31 – Listen in as Elaine talks about presenting for various groups and organizations, and how support groups can be led by other individuals – visiting CaregiverHelp.com for more on how to join. Get Your Copy of Elaine's Book: Letters from Madelyn: Chronicles of a Caregiver For many caregivers, it can be challenging to learn how to deal with the emotional stress that comes along with all of the responsibilities. For example, Madelyn Kubin, a seventy-year-old Kansas farm wife, had to suddenly summon physical, emotional, and spiritual strengths in order to care for her husband after suffering from a debilitating stroke. Struggling with the feelings of isolation, loneliness, and stress that come with the caregiving responsibility, Madelyn unabashedly consulted her emotions through writing letters to her daughter Elaine. For anyone struggling with the physical and emotional challenges of caregiving, Elaine Sanchez's book shows how it is possible to still find happiness within—even in the world end-of-life situations. You should never feel like you have to deal with this process alone. Elaine was the trustee for her parents' estate and personal representative for her Aunt Jean's estate. She says those two experiences turned her into a zealot for end-of-life planning! To learn more, you can order Elaine's book by following this link. [Ad] Incapacity planning isn't something that is top of mind, but it should be. If you become incapacitated without a plan, you don't have time to wait for court rulings, nor do you want to waste your money on that. You need support right away. At Absolute Trust Counsel, we can help put a plan in place so you and your family are covered - no matter what the situation. You never know what tomorrow may bring. 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Self-care for women shouldn't be optional!As women, we care for our children, our partners, our homes; we tend to our jobs, our business, our pets, and the list goes on. We are constantly pouring into other people and other things. If you're not practicing self-care, that cup is going to run out before you know it. We've all taken a nap or just taken a step back and felt completely guilty. But why? We need to rest and recharge. And more importantly, we DESERVE it. You've heard this before...Self-care is NOT Selfish! This week we're talking about making self-care a priority. Take care of yourself the way you take care of your kids or clients. Do something that makes you happy. Something that makes you feel good. The more you take care of yourself, the more you will be able to show up for the people that you love and care about. _________________________________Like what you heard? Follow to get notified of the newest episodes! Don't forget to rate and review, too!#SharingisCaring share our podcast with a friend, or three!Find out what we're sipping on: The Wine ListCheck out the show notes: www.swirlandsippodcast.comJoin us over on Instagram: @swirlandsippodcastSuggest a topic or email us at hello@swirlandsippodcast.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/swirlandsippodcast)
We're back, y'all! Ah, after that quick hiatus, I couldn't be more psyched to be back on the mic and sharing it today with the incredible, Jessica Zweig! Today's episode was beyond incredible for me to be a part of. Jessica is a light in this world, and making it her mission to share that with light with the community! Today, we dive into:- Divine Feminine Uprising - Spiritual Dick Measuring - Honoring the Individual Path - Self-Care is NOT Selfish - Branding = A Reflection of What You Love - Tending to the Darkness - Don't You Dare ApologizeLet your authenticity shine today, baby girl! Xo!Connect with LindseyFollow JessicaGet Your Hands on BE.Shop LMNT
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Episode 75: Self Care is Not Selfish with Dr. Sonal Haerter This week's episode features Dr. Sonal Haerter, an internal medicine physician with a special interest in wellness. She is in the process of completing her culinary medicine fellowship. She discusses the importance is self care especially amongst women. Find out more information about Dr. Haerter on Instagram @drsonalzhaertnsoul Full bio at wishwell.health.blog --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wishwell/support
#1 - Grit over Grace: Ladies – you can't fake the GRIT! You can't trick people into liking you as an authentic person when you only display the fake! Authentically you can't be yourself if you show up online as someone else! BE YOU! Be unapologetically YOU babe! The world needs who YOU were meant to be! #2 - They are Honest – Look, I understand that some of us have a very hard time with this and I know that sounds bizarre but hear me out. It's not that we have a problem being honest about what we have done, but we have a real hard time being honest about what we WANT and being honest about what we NEED in communication with others. Honesty in communication is key to keeping your mind free of stress and anxiety and drawing boundaries where they need to be drawn. #3 -They have a strong circle - Ladies that are kickin' some serious ass don't hang out with people who have no interest in sitting on the bench. No No! These women have crafted a team of cheerleaders, mentors and confidants around them to inspire them when they need it, hold them accountable to their goals and can freely bounce ideas off each other without the spite and worry of judgement. #4 - We Don't Try To Be Perfect! - Embrace the simple fact that we all will fuck something up! It is what it is! You will never be perfect. Your business will never be perfect. Your team will never be perfect and sweetheart, neither will you be! EMBRACE IT! #5 - They Work On Themselves! This one was a tough one for me to start on. I mean when it comes to my businesses, I'm all over personal development as a leader, boss and business woman. But, when forced to look inside at myself, it was painful! I avoided it for years – 37 of them to be exact. #6 - Be Independent, BUT… Being an independent woman is something I am very proud to be! I've had a job since I was 12 years old babysitting the Suter kids in my old hometown. I've always wanted my own money and I've always done what I wanted to do. I have never relied on someone to “take care of me”. I insert a big BUT at the beginning of this one because we need to understand our reason behind our need for independence and not to weaponize that. #7 - They ASK for HELP! Yep, I said it and no I wasn't to good at this one until one little thing shifted… guess what I did?!? I ASKED FOR SOME HELP! Many women wear this “busy as hell” badge as a badge of honor! Look are what a great mom I am, or wife or boss or whatever. That's dumb and you should stop that immediately! You know why? It's not sustainable. You will burn out! You will go out in a ball of flames, taking people with you! #8 - They CHANGE things that need to be CHANGED! Real kickin ass ladies do not sit around and wait for other people to fix their problems, oh no! They fix that stuff themselves. #9 - They are Relentless Kickin ass ladies are relentless about achieving their goals, but not usually by the old “by any means possible” way. No, these ladies are displaying a set of values and writing down measurable goals that they are persistent in achieving. Sure, everyone has self-doubt. No one is fearless all of the time, but it's how you use that fear that directs whether it is fuel to propel your dreams or water to wash them away! #10 - They Live Success, Daily! To me, ladies who are kickin ass realize that success is not a destination. It is a feeling. Like the great Maya Angelou was quoted, “Success is liking yourself. Success is liking what you do. Success is liking how you do it!” #11 - They keep promises to themselves Self love and self care is NOT SELFISH! It's a necessity like air and food! https://www.instagram.com/ladieskickinass https://twitter.com/ladieskickina https://www.facebook.com/groups/ladieskickina https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanyamerrittwilson --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ladieskickinass/message
Why Self Care is NOT Selfish with Michelle Thompson Michelle Thompson spent over 20 years of her life as a business leader in corporate America, she learned, explored the world and evolved in so many ways. It was there that she uncovered one of her superpowers - leading and developing people. She slowly began living on autopilot. One day, Michelle woke up and realized there was more that she needed to do in this life. It became her mission to live with passion and purpose.
Contrary to what others may say, self-care is not selfish. This episode is dedicated to just that. Living through the uncertainty of this pandemic can send the strongest person on an emotional roller coaster and pulling away to take a breath is often pushed to the side. In this episode, I had the opportunity to … Continue reading Educators! Self-care is Not Selfish. →
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In this episode, Suzanne discusses how the Sanskrit word SAUCHA(cleanliness or purity), can be applied to every day life for quality SELF-CARE.She explains how it can be applied to mind, body, spirit, and physical surroundings.She refers back to a few recent episodes, Food for Feelings & Fuel https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/669976/8008791-food-for-feelings-fuel.mp3?blob_id=35920718&download=trueDe-Junk January.https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/669976/7517485-de-junk-january.mp3?blob_id=33033865&download=true(Minor EDIT)She also refers back to an episode from season one, Self-care is NOT Selfish. This episode is NOT actually available. It was an idea that never officially made it into season one, but expect to see that one sometime soon.With a little help from YOGA, life can flow a little smoother.If you loved the episode, please be sure to rate & review the podcast over on iTunes.It's quick, easy, & really helps get the podcast in front of more people who can benefit from a little YOGA & MINDFULNESS in their life!Join us on the Feelings Fitness Facebook or Instagram page if you want even more conversation around the topic of YOGA & MINDFULNESS.Also, if you want to be notified when each new episode airs, get on the mailing list. Simply email suzanne@feelingsfitness.com and put "opt-in" in the subject line.
Because self-care is more than getting a manicure, Marni welcomes self-love and self-care experts Brooke Emery and Tammy Lawman into the Den. The duo has been recognized by Forbes as being connectors. They share the secrets of making meaningful connections in life and how to know your value, trust your intuition, and create a deep love and appreciation of yourself. Key takeaways from this episode: Express yourself more fully Creating a self-love container Add joy to your life Creating a Self-Love Container [6:59] To create a self-love container a person needs to be their whole self without worrying about or changing to fit other people’s expectations of you. This means radically accepting who you are at your core by speaking your truth and getting clear about what you want. Almost always, the things that bring us the most joy do not cost money. Make a list of the ways you find joy and gratitude. Then bring more joy and love into your day with mini-steps. You may not like doing the dishes but if you play your favorite song while you do them, you might just have fun. Creating a self-love container is about individuals designing the life they want for themselves, not taking a cookie-cutter approach. What's the problem and what's the truth in how you feel about it? Do things that push your growth edges. If you lean into something you are scared of, the thing doesn't have control over you and it will give you a sense of freedom. Self-Care Practices Help Us Build Better Connections [16:48] When your container is full and you don't have to look outside of you to create a feeling of fullness you can go into situations with a higher level of confidence. Connections will naturally happen and have flow. Transactional partnerships don't always offer mutual respect. Marni says in a dating situation your why is to learn about the other person and allow the other person to experience you. It is possible to create an upward spiral of fun juju so people want to be around you no matter what you do. Use a date as an opportunity to show the other person you are genuinely curious about them. Self-Care is Not Selfish! [22:19] Some women believe if they take care of themselves first they are being selfish. But, it just is not true. It's like the example on an airplane, a parent should put the oxygen mask on themselves first. That way they can be of service to other people. Put yourself in the energy of a goddess or queen. If you are giving a possible future partner only half of yourself because you are exhausted at the end of the day, the person will feel it and it is not fair to them or you. You will have more to give and enjoy your life more if you have boundaries around your time. No is a complete sentence. You don't have to add an excuse. Make a Connection: Visit Our Website Join Our Dating Den Facebook Community Here! Learn how to attract your perfect equal...watch our latest training here! Interested in working with us? Book a Breakthrough session at DWDVIP Get a Free Coaching Session with Marni on Our Podcast - Sign up Here to Be a Guest On Our Show Download a Complimentary Copy of our Book - How to Find a Quality Guy Without Going on 200 Dates Self Love and Self Care Website
I felt the need to run this Selfcare is Not Selfish with Latisha Carr, host of The Refill Podcast episode back for 2 reasons:1. It is the most listened to episode to date (insert happy dance)2. It's still relevant and needed right now as we are still in this Pandemic!Sit back, grab some water, stretch, or do whatever is necessary to practice self care while listening to this refreshing episode. Your present YOU thanks you! Links mentioned in the show:Join the POP Squad! Connect with us on instagram or Facebook @progressonpurposepodcast. Check out www.makeprogressonpurpose.com for free planning tools, merchandise and links to the show. Betterhelp.com, an online counseling network, offers POP listeners 10% off their first month of service. Visit www.betterhelp.com/pop to save on what may be the most impactful conversation of your life.
I know you started your business with a vision for what was going to happen, what you were going to do and what you were going to accomplish. But time has rolled on and maybe, just maybe it's time to review your prescription.
Pastor Andy delivers our 5th message in our new series Love Is… Together we open God’s word to 1 Corinthians 13. Watch the full service www.hopechurchlowell.com/video-sermons The post Love Is…Not Selfish appeared first on Hope Community Church Of Lowell.
E30: Get a “Self-First” Mindset with Roz Paul Click here to listen to the full episode! I am on a quest to become more self-aware. It started a few years ago. I really wanted to understand how I operate, how I respond, and why I respond the way I do. I honestly believe the more self-aware I become the better I will be in all my relationships. One of the things I’ve realized on this journey is that I am often misunderstood because I can’t effectively communicate my boundaries or my way of thinking. This is definitely true when it comes to how I make decisions. I often put myself first and have been accused of being selfish. I’ve accepted it, but I didn’t feel good about it. Then I recently heard someone say “I’m a self-first person not selfish.” As you can imagine it blew my mind and I knew I needed to explore this concept further. In this episode Freedom Coach Roz Paul helps us to better understand what it means to have a self-first mindset, the benefits and what we can do today to start that shift. More about Roz:For over 9 years, Roz Paul, your Freedom Coach, has used her life as an open example for teaching. She has helped countless women in all walks of life rediscover their authentic selves, freely, in the life they live. Through her coaching, training workshops, and on-line courses or just having a simple conversation, Roz uses her uplifting, relational, and real methods in guiding you to be “Free to be You!” She stands on the concept of knowing that “Self-first is Not Selfish!” She is a mother of 4 and a wife of over 19 years to her husband Max Paul. Connect with Roz on Social: Roz Paul Your Freedom Coach on Facebook Roz Paul Your Freedom Coach on Instagram Join us in the 15 day “Free To Be You!” Challenge. Sign up here on June 1st www.rozpaul.com/15daychallenge I'd love to hear your thoughts. Share them in the comments or on social be sure to @CourageMolina or #DOCpodcast. SHOW SPONSOR: Courage Mastermind 12-Week Coaching program to help you: Discover your true self so you can become more confident.Let go of past mistakes so you can walk in the forgiveness that's already yours. Use your faith so you can move mountains and step into the life God has for you.Improve your relationships so you can have the support you deserve.Grow personally so you can become the woman you were always meant to be, and live the life you truly desire. Do you have the confidence and courage to go after the life you truly want to live? Let's get on a call and get you enrolled in the program today. bit.ly/couragemastermind
Do you know to love yourself is not selfish? Taking time out for self and taking care of you is the most important thing of all. Listen to Raykel of Blessed and her Guest Doctor Pulley share a conversation on Self Love is Not Selfish, not at all. Doctor Pulley quotes," Love God first, then yourself and lastly all others. If you want to share your blessed life story contact us @ wytv7.org. Subscribe to our youtube channel
Author Dr. Tasheka Cox discusses her book Self-Care is Not Selfish. Don’t be selfish, listen and love this episode.
JJ Virgin is a 4 x New York Times Best Selling Author, TV show Host, Triple Board certified Celebrity Nutritionist and a warrior mum. In 2012 JJ's 16 year old son Grant was the victim of a hit and run accident and was left barely hanging onto life, after weeks in a critical condition and defying all the odds he slowly emerged from his coma with major brain trauma and 13 fractures and a near torn aorta. JJ was told from the outset he wouldn't survive the first night, that he wouldn't survive the airlift to the hospital, that he wouldn't survive the operation and that if by some miracle he did his brain damage would make it a life not worth living. But JJ is a fighter and she decided from the outset that her son would survive and thrive and that she wouldn't rest until he was 110%. The years of rehabilitation and the strategies she used to get him there is what we share in this interview. This powerful story resonated with me because I have been through the same experience with my mother and I too refused to give up, had to advocate for her rehabilitation and took a multple pronged approach to her recovery as did JJ with her son. This incredibly powerful woman is a testament to what the right mindset combined with love, belief, faith and the ability to build a team around her can do to beat the odds. We would like to thank our sponsors Running Hot - By Lisa Tamati & Neil Wagstaff If you want to run faster, longer and be stronger without burnout and injuries then check out and TRY our Running Club for FREE on a 7 day FREE TRIAL Complete holistic running programmes for distances from 5km to ultramarathon and for beginners to advanced runners. All include Run training sessions, mobility workouts daily, strength workouts specific for runners, nutrition guidance and mindset help Plus injury prevention series, foundational plans, running drill series and a huge library of videos, articles, podcasts, clean eating recipes and more. www.runninghotcoaching.com/info and don't forget to subscribe to our youtube channel at Lisa's Youtube channel www.yotube.com/user/lisatamat and come visit us on our facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/lisatamati Epigenetics Testing Program by Lisa Tamati & Neil Wagstaff. Wouldn’t it be great if your body came with a user manual? Which foods should you eat, and which ones should you avoid? When, and how often should you be eating? What type of exercise does your body respond best to, and when is it best to exercise? These are just some of the questions you’ll uncover the answers to in the Epigenetics Testing Program along with many others. There’s a good reason why epigenetics is being hailed as the “future of personalised health”, as it unlocks the user manual you’ll wish you’d been born with! No more guess work. The program, developed by an international team of independent doctors, researchers, and technology programmers for over 15 years, uses a powerful epigenetics analysis platform informed by 100% evidenced-based medical research. The platform uses over 500 algorithms and 10,000 data points per user, to analyse body measurement and lifestyle stress data, that can all be captured from the comfort of your own home Find out more about our Epigenetics Program and how it can change your life and help you reach optimal health, happiness and potential at: https://runninghotcoaching.com/epigenetics You can find all our programs, courses, live seminars and more at www.lisatamati.com Transcription from the show. Speaker 2: (00:02) Well, hello everybody. It's Lisa Tamati here at pushing the limits today. I have a really wonderful special guest with me all the way from Tampa in Florida. She's an absolute superstar of a lady. She's a celebrity nutritionist, four times New York Times best seller fitness hall of Famer and she's also a warrior mum and she has a very interesting story today that we're going to delve into both in her career and what she's achieved but also,uwas ubrain injury in regards to his son grants. We had a hit and run x events. So welcome to the show JJ. It's fantastic to have you. Thank you. Good to be here also. (00:42) So JJ, I just want to start a little bit of it with a background. If you wouldn't mind sharing, what you do and your, your books and your work a little bit. That'd be fantastic. Speaker 3: (00:54) All right. I am a nutrition and fitness expert and so I've got a bunch of books I've written over the years. Online programs. I speak, I do TV. I had a couple, I was kind of helped start reality TV because I was on Dr Phil's weight loss challenges for two years. It was really when that whole thing was kinda getting going. Then I had my own show on TLC called freaky eaters. So I've been really fortunate to just be able to work in something that I'm super passionate about, which is anything related to health and wellness. And then I also have an organization where we help other doctors and health experts get their message out to the world called mindshare. Speaker 2: (01:37) Oh Wow. And that is something that we definitely want to delve into a little bit too. So now I want to go back to you've got two sons, Bryce and Grant and in 2012 Grant was the victim of a hit and run accident. Can we share a little bit about that story and what you sort of went through with him and you know, it really resonated with me, your book and your story because a lot of the same dramas that you have over there, it was with the system a few like we have here as well. Probably even worse, the speaks and you had to be a real fighter and therefore the title of your, your book sort of really resonated with me as well. So can we go into that story a little bit and tell us what happened with Grant? Speaker 3: (02:29) Yeah, it's really a story I realized after the fact. It's really a story about what it takes to be a caretaker and I think that's important to underscore because it's a role all of us will have to play, right? I mean, at some point in your life you're going to be taking care of kids, you're going to be taking care of your parents. Maybe you're taking care of both at the same time or a spouse or siblings. So it's, it's one of those roles in life that you will probably face and how you show up during that role can make the difference between life and death for that person. So and also you know, how you show up is going to make a difference on your personal health too. So the grant was 16 years old. My other son was 15 years old. Speaker 3: (03:15) Bryce and grant went out to walk to a friend's house one night and got hit by a car and I didn't see this. A neighbour didn't see him getting hit. He just saw him lying on the street. You saw this woman get out of her car, gasp, get back in and drive off. And he then called nine one one and he was airlifted to the local hospital. When we got there, they told us that he had a torn aorta and it was going to rupture sometime in the next 24 hours unless it got repaired. But that he would never survive the airlift to the next hospital. They couldn't repair it there. He would have to, but that he wouldn't survive that. And even if you were to survive that, he would most likely not survive the surgery. And even if you were to survive that, he'd be so brain damaged. Speaker 3: (04:07) It wouldn't be worth it. I mean, literally they said that, I remember looking at this doctor going, he didn't, did he say that? And My 15 year old looked at the doctrine, he said, well, maybe like, is there a 0.25% chance he'd make it because the doctor already said his aorta was going to rupture sometime in the next 24 hours. And the doctor said, that sounds about right. Bryce could looked over at me. That's not zero. You know, and we're like, we'll take those odds. And because I think any, any parent out there or anyone who loves anybody would have to agree that as long as there's a chance, even if it's the teensiest little chance, like you've got to go for it, you know, you've got to fight for it. I mean, the idea that I was gonna let my son die here, there was absolutely no way I was going to do that. Speaker 3: (04:52) So we overruled. This doctor. Had Him airlifted. He survived the airlift, went through surgery, he survived that surgery. Now when he came out of the surgery, he had a stint in and he was, his aorta was fine, but he was in a deep coma. The neurosurgeons were like, we don't know if he'll wake up. And I remember standing in the hospital and he had 13 fractures. He was in this deep coma, multiple brain bleeds. And there were like literally Lisa, two little fingers I could hold on to everything else was either covered with road rash. It was bandaged shoes and cast. And I was standing there holding this little fingers and I said, grant, you know, I love you so much and nothing, you know, just the beeps of the machine he had, he was on a respirator, he had a central line. So it was all these things being monitored. Speaker 3: (05:43) And then I said, and your brother Bryce loves you so much. And I felt the littlest fingers squeezy and Huh. And then I said, you know, grandma loves you so much, nothing. And I said, your girlfriend Kenzie loves you so much. And that's when I felt this big by my hand getting picked a little bit up. And I said, you know, grant, you're going to be 110% your name means warrior. I got this. I've got so many friends in the business who can help, but I need you to fight. You've got to fight, you've gotta hang on for me and your name means warrior. Turns out. So I said, you just got to you. You've got to fight all, handle the rest and we're going to get you to be 110% and I just lived that 110%. I was so afraid to let anything else get into my brain that, that you know, the what ifs. Speaker 3: (06:31) Like what if he doesn't wake up? What if he can't walk away? I just, cause I felt like if I thought it, it would happen. So I've always been one of those people who believes that you can, you can create your reality. And I just managed my mindset. I stay focused on the 110% and you know, and there are a lot of times in there, things were not looking like they were even gonna make it to like 30%. You know, I'm much less a hundred, much less this like unrealistic number that doesn't exist. But I will tell you today, after being told that he would never survive an air lift or surgery, he'd be so brain damaged. He'd never wake up, he wouldn't walk, he couldn't hear like over and over and over again. He is better than before that accident is so, and you know, it has been this thing in our life that has made all of us in the family so much better and stronger because now you know, the, the things that would average most people would get rattled about, the average person would get upset about, they don't even like, they don't even trick, trick trigger us at all. Speaker 3: (07:39) Like we're like, Eh, no one's dying here. You know, and I'm sure you relate, right? I mean like stuff like this, you realize the stuff that people let get them upset on a regular basis. It just doesn't, who cares? You know, Speaker 2: (07:57) Actually. Yeah. And I mean, I've, my lesson is, know my story with my mom and very similar, not gonna survive if she does miss and brain damage, if she, you know, when she did wake up after weeks in a coma sh lights on, nobody home Speaker 2: (08:16) Years and years of rehabilitation and we're out a story's cross. And why this is so important for me is that you never gave up. You keep your mind on the know. Exactly. I had that 110% in my head too when I go around still saying that. And my mom's only at 90%, so I wa I've still got a wee way to go. But in their whole process, it's not that you don't have doubts and disappear and times where you're on the ground crying going, oh my God, how am I going to get through this? But it's keeping it standing back up every time, Speaker 3: (08:48) Every time. And Hey, here's the thing, Lisa. So you went for 110% and got to 90 Speaker 3: (08:55) That's a lot better than the zero they were giving you. Right. You know, like you look at it, I kept thinking, oh, I'm going to go for 110% if I get to like wherever I get to is better than the zero that they, the 0.25 they gave me. So you know, you just gotta keep going. And by the way, it's only been recently that he really has been getting to this hundred and 10% I just figured as long as he's alive, there's always something else I can do. It's something amazing I can do. So he is now better than before the accident. But now I'm not showing, you know, we're just going to keep Speaker 2: (09:27) Pushing. Exactly. And you've got to, you've got to keep that focus. One of the things, the, the title of my book that's coming out is called relentless. And that's exactly what you have to be is totally and utterly real. And I know, and with my journey, I came up against a huge opposition to the way that I was wanting to rehabilitate my mum in both the resources that I wouldn't try to get hold of. In my approach, I was criticized a lot for why are you putting you through such a rigorous and difficult training regime? Why don't you just let it be comfortable and know Speaker 3: (10:07) Rest, no wrestling cupcakes and just let her be Speaker 2: (10:10) Exactly. Cupcakes and this, I mean, I'm a ultra endurance athlete. I've been an athlete my entire life and I know so we, you know, do 200 300 kilometer races and things and I know how to overcome when your mind is trying to stop you. I know that people are capable of so much more than what we think we are. Yeah. What I have issue with, I understand that the medical professionals do not want to give you false hope, but to take away your hope creating. Huh. Any hope makes you have a weak action. Like you're not going to fight because you don't believe there's a waste at home. You know, here's the thing. Speaker 4: (10:55) Okay. Speaker 3: (10:55) No one can take our hope away. Speaker 4: (10:57) Cool. Speaker 3: (10:59) So what we've really got to manage is, is we're, we, we're putting people in the wrong places. What you're going when you're going to a doctor is you're getting an opinion. You can do what you want with the opinion. That's what you're getting as an opinion. You know, like the opinion of the doctor at the first hospital was the complete opposite of the opinion of the doctor in the second hospital. Why the first hospital doctor worked in Palm Springs, California, where the average age coming into the urgent care, the trauma center was about 75. Oh Wow. And for 75 year old with a torn aorta, multiple brain bleeds, multiple fractures, this would've been it. Speaker 3: (11:40) But for a 16 year old, it's not. And so the trauma center, we got them to, which is the second trauma centers, number two trauma center in the country in us, they see all sorts of gang fights, people thrown off, overpasses, all sorts of stuff. This was like not out of the norm. Right? So you're just getting their opinion based on what they know. And they're going to give you the best opinion they can based on the information that they have. And then you get to make the decision you want out of it. I think that we're giving people power where we shouldn't be, you know, so and yes, people thought I was absolutely crazy. But then they started to get behind it cause I started tell them what, you know, what I was doing and what we were going to have, especially when they walked in, said, oh he's never gonna walk again. Speaker 3: (12:30) I go, well, Huh. You know, he had a crushed heel. And I said, well what if Kobe Bryant were in this bed cause I'm pretty sure that you would be doing everything possible. So that's what we're going to do. And you know, then they told me he was in the second hospital, which was a rehab hospital. And they told me that you know, there was a swimming pool and they go in there. They go, oh he's not ready for that. And there was a gym and I would sneak into the gym with him and do stuff and they get mad at me. So then I got to t I got a little furlough where I got to take them out for four hours. So we took them to an Olympic size pool. We took a video of him swimming perfectly through this pool. Then we took him to the gym, and then I took the video of him doing all this workout stuff at the gym. And I said, he wants to be challenged. Human beings need to be challenged. They, you know, that's how we actually get stronger. We don't get stronger by doing a little less than what we're capable of. We get stronger by being pushed beyond what we think we're capable of. And that's what we have to do. Speaker 2: (13:34) I mean, that is just absolutely amazing. I mean, well, I had all this opposition when I was in the hospital that she would not even live for a few weeks even when she was stabilized. And that she would never, I would never be able to care for her. And I just, I, I was determined to take her home like this, you know, once they said, look, she's not improving, she's never going to do anything again. You have to put her in this, you know, a hospital institution. And I really fought tooth and nail to get her home and to get a little bit of support. So with caregivers in the morning for an hour and just, you know, for personal cares and some time out because she was 24, seven around the clock here and the, they would not give me the resources that I need. I had to really, really fight. Speaker 2: (14:23) And this is one of the important points that I've heard you make before too, and then abuse it. I've listened to did you have to really advocate for your loved one? You can go and, and you've, you're fighting against not only the, the, the accident or the aneurysm or you know, the, the results of that you're filing against the system that if you don't be a pushy, quite, you know, strong person. I mean, I'm, I'm lucky. I'm like, you, I don't really care if people don't like me when it comes to my mum, you know, like, I wouldn't Speaker 2: (15:00) Like a, a lot of, you know, oh, she's said pushy daughter. She's very forceful. You know, she's here again, me, I'm sure they hated me. And, and did not believe that I could do any of this. And I actually, at one stage, I remember going in and throwing my other two books at the doctor and saying, this is who I am and I am not putting my mom in a home and you better get used to it. You better give me what I need. And he still wouldn't, you know. So then I'm walking up brother, and who's very big man, and we got results. What we needed. You do, what ever you take to, to give your loved one the best chance possible. And you know, like with, with you taking grant into the gym and seeing, isn't it a, isn't it a beautiful feeling to actually get them out of the hospital situation and finally into some way like a gym or swimming pool surrounded with, with athletes and people that are actually all about improving themselves rather than being in a rehabilitation place where that's what I found that, you know, when she was surrounded by other young athletes training hard, she rose to the next Speaker 3: (16:15) Well think about, you know, what we know about obesity, that's super interesting. As they, you know, the studies in the U s about obesity being contagious, you catch it from your friends that you will tend to weigh what your closest friends way, even if they live across the country. And so one of the classic things I say when someone says, all right, well now I've gotten healthy and fit, how do I stay that way? I go find fit friends. So, you know, grant, when we took them, we took them out of the hospital after four and a half months earlier than they wanted us to. And then we had them in a Rehab Center for another month, but then I took them out of that, brought them home and I brought them to a training center that is the Athletic Training Center for that area. And they are amazing what they do. There are all sorts of, you know, like rope training, balance training power, like really cool stuff. And that's what we had them doing. And he's still now doing it to this day, like all sorts of crazy balanced stuff and you know, climbing and ropes and that kind of stuff that, you know, again, the average person won't do much less. Someone with rods in their thighs and, you know, he had ac joint problems, all sorts of stuff. And like Speaker 2: (17:37) He's fine, he's fine and he's fighting back. And did you with a brain injury? Did you have to teach grant everything from scratch again or did he start like with mum, it took me 18 months to teach mum just to roll over and bead, you know, it was that she couldn't push a button or she couldn't sit like she was completely floppy and no special awareness. Did grant have those issues as well? Speaker 3: (18:05) Yeah, that's very interesting. So grant was in a coma for a couple of weeks and I thought like in the movies, you know, in the movies someone's in a coma and then one day they wake up and they go, hi, I love you. So that is like shame on those movies. This does not happen this way. We, he didn't wake up from that coma overnight. It happened over time and a lot of time. And we basically got to start all over again at, first of all he did was stare off into space. He wouldn't make eye contact and you moved one arm has only thing that was in a cast. He moved one arm back and forth all day every day. And I was like, Oh, you know, and then we'd sleep off and on and then then you started, you know, being able to make eye contact. Then he started. Then one day I wasn't there at the time, which is so sad. His girlfriend came in and he said, I love you. And so he just, things started to come out, but we had to start all over again with teaching them how to brush his teeth, how to eat, how to go to the bathroom. He knew none of this, none of it. So it was quite like, it was like raising a very big, a 16 year old baby. Speaker 2: (19:16) Yeah. I had a 74 year old baby and they don't think very well. Speaker 3: (19:20) Yeah. Right. It's not a, it's very different. Speaker 2: (19:24) And, and, and this is what people don't quite understand is the dates of the rehabilitation. Every time you get something back, you realize there's another deficit that you haven't thought of. Yeah. You haven't come up against that problem until that one is sort of right. Right. Speaker 3: (19:37) That one installed and you're like, oh no, now they're going to get up. And they can't gonna have any balance. Oh, now that they want to get up, now they've got to go. You know, it's like, yeah. Every single thing was, Speaker 2: (19:49) Was relearning and retraining the brain. Now you were very, in a very lucky situation, you hit some of the world's top doctors and brain doctors like Dr. Daniel Amen. Who's amazing. They supported you through the students. [inaudible] Yeah, most of them don't have such amazing friends, if you like. And the opportunity to get the information that you needed. I want to go a little bit into the, like the supplementation side of things and then get into hyperbaric because hyperbaric is something that we both did. And I know with my mom, it was absolute key factor in her recovery. Can you tell us what your nutritionist, you're an amazing nutritionist, triple board certified, you know, everything about the right foods. What's wrong with the stuff that they give you in the hospital? Speaker 3: (20:41) Things grant said was, you know, when they tried to give him hospital food was disgusting. And I was like yeah, I made a point, especially at the first hospital, the second hospital had better food, but the first hospital had just the typical, it was a county hospital and it was all processed. It was horrible. Honestly. It was like ensure and white bread and I mean just horrible stuff. And he needed wholefoods. He needed you know, good and mega threes, he needed lots of vegetables. There was none, there was nothing there to be had. And so I made a point of bringing and it was a pain in the bucks. His hospital's parking lot was under construction, so I'd end up parking anywhere from a mile to two miles away every single day. And it wasn't in a great neighborhood. So sometimes this would be like six in the morning, nine at night. Speaker 3: (21:38) So it was like, I look at me, I don't, I don't know how the heck I would do this and I would bring a cooler bag of stuff cause there was nowhere to store it there. There was no fridge or freezer or anything else I could use. And so I would just bring this stuff in and I'd make him me smoothies where I'd put fish oil in and Greens and load him up with supplements that he needed. Cause my gosh, when you're healing like that, he had 13 fractures and your brain is healing. You need to be, have heavy duty nutrient dense food and supplements like you don't, this is when you need the most of it. And the last thing you should be doing is eating white flour and you know, bad fats and sugar. Like are you kidding me? You know, we don't want to waste calories here. We've got to make every single thing counts. So I was getting wild salmon and bone Brah and Avocados. I mean I was just loading him up with stuff and thankfully once he started to eat he was a pretty good eater. But you know, at first it was mainly smoothies. Speaker 2: (22:41) Yeah, a new triple a was my best friend. That was a thing I could get into mum cause she could only draw. And this is really, really important that you talk about fish oils and there's a whole lot of other supplements that can really help with brain health. And this is not general knowledge. This is I did CBD oils. I did you know, fish oils anything that was anti-inflammatory, tumeric and things like this. What are some of the secret sauce things, if you like that you grant, and I know you hit them on high doses of fish oil. Speaker 3: (23:20) Well, high dose fish oil was definitely the biggest one that we did. They wouldn't let us do it right away. Now, here's what I would say is prior to the accident he was doing five grams of fish oil a day. I believe that that was one of the key things that helped him get through this because it protects your brain. You never know when your brain is going to get injured, right? And if you've got that on to begin with before it happens, you're going to be in better shape. So he had an on board to begin with. Then as soon as I could, the hospital refused to give him more than two grams. So as soon as he took out his feeding tube, which he spit out himself, then I started in. And so that's how I got the fish oil up. Speaker 3: (24:04) Cause I gave this the hospital, the studies and they refused. And the next thing I did was make sure that he had a lot of protein on board and good amino acids because, and that's why something like bone broth or adding Collagen, you need all of that so he can, he can heal. He had all these broken bones, he had so much healing to do and he was sarcopenia. Q had been catabolic from you know, being coma and then not moving and then being on a feeding tube. So I kicked his, his protein way up and I was giving him also these really good amino acids. Super you know, bioavailable. And then a lot of, I did vitamin D. Um, I couldn't give him k cause he was on Warfarin, which you know, it was a little bit, I just gave him vitamin D and then I gave him trying to think about curcumin Acetylcarnitine a ton of brain nutrients like I just through the brain nutrient book at him at the time CBD wasn't out yet. Speaker 3: (25:10) So it wasn't a thing. Otherwise I would absolutely do that. I gave him progesterone and topical progesterone and I don't know, cause the studies, I did it based on Donald's Donald Donald Stein's work out of Emory university on how they saw that reduce brain inflammation. I don't know if it did or not, but here's the thing, like, you know, people ask what worked and I go, I don't know cause I did everything I possibly could and I figured I did things based on what was the pathway, how would it work and what's the risk versus what's the reward, the risk. We're so low on progesterone versus the potential reward, you know, same with like Fischel. There's no, there's no risk there. The rewards way bigger. So I, that's how I just started dosing. Everything is risk versus reward. When we got him out of the hospital, then I could start hyperbaric. Speaker 3: (26:01) We did multiple rounds of stem cells. I think five rounds of, of stem cells. We thread doing stem cells straight into a spine. Wow. And we did a lot of neurofeedback and a lot of exercise, a lot of bringing, like to me, if you to pick one thing that is the most under and has the biggest impact, it's exercise, it raises something called BDNF Alpha. It's going to help you create, you know, create a new brain so to speak. So super important fact that yeah, this is, this is really important. Oh yeah. Yeah. One other thing we did obviously first in the hospital was to and then I wrote to him on this a couple times. Obviously, you know, sugar and gluten are gone, but we had him on a ketogenic diet because when you have a brain injury, your brain can't get glucose in, but it can use ketones for fuel. So, and you can use you can use exotic genus ketones if you have an issue not being able to do that where you're at, like based on what they're feeding. So there's other ways to do it, but that's what we did. Speaker 2: (27:11) Yeah. And those are all really important things. So exalted in as keen t times you can get and things like that. MCT Oils and Speaker 3: (27:18) Yup. Oh, an MCT oil. Yes, we use that. And coffee. You know, coffee has helped him a lot too. So coffee, MCT oil, lot of healthy fats, a lot of fish. Doesn't really, sugar doesn't eat gluten Speaker 2: (27:35) And, and all these things. And this is one of the things that I've, you know, cause I get asked a lot too, what was the one thing that you did it, it's a multifaceted approach. There's no, there's no silver bullet. Speaker 3: (27:50) There is one. Lisa, there is one silver bullet and I think this is the most important part of this story is the most important thing that you did was to make this decision that you are going to do everything you possibly could to help her. And relentless and to do what it takes. And that's the decision I made that night in the hospital. And I think the important takeaway is when you make that decision, there's the most important thing that you have in your arsenal in order to pull that off is you. And in order for you to help your mom come back, the thing you have to do before all else is make sure that you, you put yourself in your health first, that when you think about caretaking, you're the first person you take care of because you cannot help someone else unless you are like at the top of your game. And this is a tremendous amount of stress. And I find with so many people, they just stopped taking care of themselves. So super duper important when you look at this to take care of yourself first. Never feel guilty about it. It's actually selfless to do it. Not Selfish because then you can really show up like you need to. Speaker 2: (29:00) Yeah. Is, and that's something I probably didn't do too well for the first couple of years and ended up quite sick myself. And, and you know, it was its own journey, but that's a really important point because when you, you're, you pouring in, you're giving all the time, every day, all day. You know, I still work with my mum seven hours a day, even though like now she's driving the car and got a full driver's license and walking and doing everything again, I'm still like, you're like, I want that 110%. Speaker 3: (29:29) Oh goodness. At this point of what she went through and how far she's come. Speaker 2: (29:34) He has no recollection of the first 19 months. And so she can't believe. And I, you know, I show her the videos and the little, you know, photos and stories that we've got and she's just like, Nah, that's, that's, you know, I, I can't remember any of that. Or I was like, you're very lucky. You don't really cause it was horrific and it's really horrific to look at the, in the eyes of your loved one and they don't know who you are and they don't know what's happening to them. And then to actually see them come back into, be like fully like your whole personalities. The same. She's intelligent woman again. You know, it's just so wonderful. I remember the first time my mum actually rang me on the phone after, I don't know, a year and a half or something and I was just crying my eyes out because she'd worked out how to use the phone, you know, and she could, you know, just the little things like that, you just know, oh, this is working. Speaker 2: (30:28) And she's coming back. And the, the biggest thing I found too was that on the day to day grind, because it is a grind, it's a day to day battle of training that you, you don't see the progress often for months at a time. You will see nothing happening and things are happening on the cellular level, but you don't see them. And this is where most people give up in that time when you're in a plateau. And if you can push through that, then you can look back and all of a sudden you have another, you know, another little jump in your abilities. And you'd get something back and you'd look back and how far you've come. But when you measuring it on a day to day basis, you're not actually Speaker 3: (31:09) Never, you know, I say this to grant now because he's made some tremendous strides and he doesn't see it. I go, because grant, you don't go out and look at the grass everyday and go, wow, look how much the grass grew from today. But if you went out and looked at the grass f not cutting it for two weeks, you'll look at the grass. Holy Moly. So I go, you cannot, you're going to have to take my word for it. And people who are like seeing you once a week or once a month, you're never going to see this ever. And that's really how life is. Like, you know, everyone wants to have that success. They see the person with the bestselling book or you know, win the race and they think that that just happened and they don't see the grind. And so to me, the paralleling life life is a grind and it's a little consistency every single day that create what we see. Like, people look at grant, I'm sure they're looking at your mom and they go, it's a miracle. I go, it was really flipping grind. Speaker 2: (32:10) A lot of miracle is fricking hard work. It is. And, and this is something that fascinated me with your story too because okay, I'm not as, as amazingly successful as you are. And but you had to continue your career. You keep writing your books. I remember you saying, you know, sitting on the side of your son's bed and trying to get your needs, you, your book out, which was at that very same time sort of thing. And Speaker 3: (32:36) I remember a sweet woman wrote in, posted on my Facebook page and she goes, don't worry about your job. It will be waiting for you. And I thought, yeah no app won't actually the New York publishers, that will be that, you know, it's like I have a, I have a book, I have everything invested in it. If it doesn't go, I will not get another book deal and I'll be bankrupt and then I will not be able to take care of my son. And so, you know, I don't have a job waiting for me. I run my own business. If I'm not there, it's not happening. And so there wasn't that option. There just was that, that realization that if I want my son to be 110%, I'm going to need to be even more successful because this is not free. You know? And a lot of this stuff that you do, like hyperbaric [inaudible] never covered that stem cells insurance never covered that. Speaker 3: (33:33) You know? So it's like, so many of the things that I was doing, insurance just didn't cover. You know, we had he had heavy metal poisoning from some of the stuff and insurance didn't cover that. I mean, just thing after thing after thing. Right. So it, you know, you just, you just do it. You have to do. And it's amazing what we have a capacity to do, you know? Yes. And I, I think for so many people, they're not where they want to be in life because they make success optional. And it wasn't optional here. Right. I mean, in order for me to do what I needed to do for my son, success was no longer an option. It was required in order for me to have what I needed to be able to take him, get him what he needed. And so that was that. Speaker 2: (34:24) Yeah. And you had to stay absolute. This is where the mindset stuff really, really kicks in. And I think because you know both you know, running your own companies and you, you have a huge city successful empire now, but it's the combination and years and years and years of work. And if you dropped the ball for five minutes, when you run your own company, that can be the, you know, it's, that cycle wasn't, as I said difficult to coordinate all this stuff. So you have to, I would have to work with mum all day and then I would come home at eight o'clock at night and work til one in the morning in. This is where I burnt out of course working on my businesses and then, you know, wake up at six in the morning and re repeat rinse. And repeat for day in, day out, seven days a week for the last, you know, four years nearly. Speaker 2: (35:17) In prior to that, it wasn't exactly not working either. You know, like you were still working like mad and it costs a lot of money to rehabilitate someone. I mean, we, we didn't have a hyperbaric er clinic over here at all, so I had to go into commercial dive company and begged them to be able to use their their chambers. And then I got xs for a little while and then it had to be taken off on a contract. So I had to mortgage the House and buy a hyperbaric chamber, a mild one. And then I actually opened up a clinic because I was such a success. Speaker 3: (35:50) Of course you did because you're an entrepreneur. Exactly. Speaker 2: (35:54) And I want to be able to have access to this planet. I'm so good on now. So someone else's running it, but people have access to it. And hyperbaric as a, as one of the key things that I just do not understand why it's not an every hospital in every country of the world. Why this is not often for so many things is because I know no lemon drug money behind it. And this is just tragic for so many people that could be helped by this amazing therapy if they would take it, you know, have enough treatments. So there's a lot of things wrong with the system, not only in America, but in New Zealand. So what would be your advice to people if they're facing something like a brain injury or anything in the hospital if they've got a loved one? How do you know, how do people, I mean, we have access to the Internet. We have resources. We know how to research. We know how to, you know, take action. A lot of people listen to the doctors, either experts and just leave it all up to them. That really isn't gonna work as it. Speaker 3: (37:00) So the doctors, the hospital saved my son's life. And literally put him back together again. And I think what we do wrong here is that we, they are, they're amazing at trauma. And at that piece of it, what they weren't, and they told me they go, this is not our part. We don't do the Rehab. We don't do this piece. They are in the urgent emergent here. Like these bones are broken. The say orders rupture. Like what, what do we need to do? And so just making sure that you're, like, for some reason we think of say a emergency room doctor is not where I would absolutely go if my son broke his leg is not the person I would go to if my son's moods were unstable or if he, you know, didn't have the energy he needed to have. Like we're going, we're assuming that they do everything. Speaker 3: (37:57) And when you really look at it, that is this trauma care, you know, and there's trauma care and then there's disease care and then there's health care or wellness care and there are all different things. But yet we go to two doctors expecting like expecting them to have all the answers, which doesn't make any sense. You'd never go to a gynecologist with a tooth problem. Right. You know, I mean it just, you wouldn't go to your hairstylist for a manicure. Like let's, let's put people ask the right things of the right people because in their zone of genius, like it's amazing. I mean, my son wouldn't be here except for some of these amazing at Harbor UCLA and at Children's Hospital La, you know, I mean they were just incredible. But then we expect them to all of a sudden change gears and do a part of medicine that's not their part. Speaker 3: (38:47) And I'd argue that health care really, you know, the wellness side of it probably isn't, that's not where they should even, that's not their part, their parts trauma and disease. Right. Those are different. So I think the first part of all of this though is just making that decision that you're going to be an advocate for your or your loved one. And I know in the hospital they were like, oh my gosh, cause I'd be there every morning when the grand rounds came through and I was doing my research and I was pulling in my expert opinions and I was getting help and I was, and I was walking through and I wanted to understand it. And I have every right to do that, you know, and, and guess what, we have the right to ask for more information to question things, to bring in other ideas. Speaker 3: (39:36) We can do that. They don't, you know, they like it though. So we, yeah. Well, you know what if someone, I actually had, I had amazing relationships with most of them. I've, I, you know, one woman who was a bit snotty. But for the most part they actually were pretty cool about all the stuff. And I finally at Children's Hospital La, the meetings, which would have all the doctors and therapists had, me too. I go, you know, I see. I know things you guys will never know because you are not the mom. Like, so I got into all the meetings and we all helped guide the care because, you know, and it was very, very different. So I think it's really coming in from a spirit of teamwork and how can we work together? If I've got a doctor who doesn't want to work with any other doctors, that is not going to be my doctor. Just like, like right now, I just moved to Tampa, we're remodeling the house. And if I'm, I, you know, we have an architect, well, if the, if the person who's going to do the construction doesn't want to work with the architect, we don't have a, we don't have anything going on. Like they're not going to work together. Right. With the doctors. Like they all have to work together. And this is just expectations and don't let someone intimidate you. You're the customer. Yes. You're exactly right. You know? Yeah. Speaker 2: (40:52) Him and I did by the, you know, I think we put doctors on a pedestal sometimes, which I mean they're amazing, you know, intellectual incredible people, but they don't always know every answer there is in, just because you don't have a doctorate doesn't mean that you haven't been able to research stuff and find the best doctors that can help you. And you've also got a brain in your head and you, and you're sitting there 24, seven or you know, your family is around the clock with that person. They can see the changes where a doctor hadn't, he has five minutes to spend with you before they move on to the next one. Speaker 3: (41:27) Quite often we can see, give them valuable. I had a son with a psych disorder with a brain injury. Yeah. And so I was like going, you know, I can tell you what's new and what's old and where like they would never have been able to tell any of that stuff and what he'd been on before and what worked and what didn't work and where we need to go from here. And I mean that it was a big learning curve and I could spot when things were starting to go sideways with them. Like I could see it right in the middle of his forehead. They could not see it. I go right now, you know, so cause we had to medicate him enough to keep him calm and stable but not so much as bring wouldn't heal. So I mean there's, there's just a lot that can happen when everyone comes as a team and you know, it comes from what I want is an Improv called the yes. And you know, instead of the yes, but philosophies. So, and that's what I found is for the most part, they all worked in the, yes. And especially when I got to children's Hospital La, they were very collaborative. They took it team approach. Everyone from the nurses to the therapist to the docs all had, you know, important things to say and it mattered. [inaudible] Speaker 2: (42:38) Well, and it's amazing that [inaudible] grant is now back into life and loving life again and fully well and like you, let's talk a little bit about your mind share summit in your, you know, the work that you do. Cause I want people to, you know, that are listening to this to follow what you do, to read your box, to hop online and learn all about you. So JJ, tell us a little bit about your mind share stuff and what you're into at the moment and where you're going with your career. Speaker 3: (43:07) Well my career I've probably got two more books that I'm going to write in the health space. Wow. one much more on how a cure a kind of a caretaker's guide to surviving and thriving. Because that's what really came out of all this with warrior mom is that this really is like we're all caretakers. And then one about really how to, how diets do work were just using them wrong and how to, how to navigate your health. Cause we don't, you know, we don't change our health. We, we haven't been feeling rotten and being sick for 10 years and now we're going to change it in 10 days. You know, it's like takes, it's a process. And what we can accomplish in anything over a year is amazing, but we all try to do it in a week and then beat ourselves up. So working on those two things. Speaker 3: (44:00) But my real passion now lies in fact that I have been fortunate over the years to know so many amazing practitioners and doctors and so I've really devoted my life to helping them identify their messages and their purpose and get that out to the world and then find other people to collaborate with. So that's what mindshare summit is, is bringing health care people, health experts, doctors help entrepreneurs together. They can share ideas, support each other collaborate, not feel alone like so many entrepreneurs do. And that's really kind of my bigger, bigger mission now is how do I help people have better resources? When I was in the hospital with grant, I had amazing resources. And you know, now that the Internet's out there, you don't have to be able to send Dr. Daniel Amen. A text message. You can now get to this information. And that's, that's what I want to see out there is more easy access to information so that when these things happen, you can just plug it in and find out. And, you know, biggest threat we have to all of that right now is, is Google and the search engines trying to dictate what you should be able to locate and find. So we're also working on that piece to make sure that, you know, this information stays open to all and it's not censored, which is so obscene. Huh? Speaker 2: (45:30) Well, yeah. Now how do we get involved with that? Can we get involved with that? You know, from New Zealand's, because I mean, I'm very passionate too about sharing this knowledge. And this is one of the reasons why I've got this book coming out is because I want people to have the tools that I didn't have when I went into this situation. Yeah. And I, I, you know, I got access to it via the Internet. You know, is there ways that we can be involved with that from New Zealand? Speaker 3: (45:57) Which one, which, you know, mind share is, is if you are a health expert doctor, entrepreneur, yes. Mindshare collaborative.com gives you a place to join. It's a membership and then within that we're working on a task force for the rest of this. Cause you know, it's like the whole thing is how do you create information that everyone has access to so that money isn't, isn't the defining line as to whether you can get healthy or not. And you know, the Internet should be the great equalizer. It shouldn't be. All of a sudden you find out that these bigger companies have grand schemes because they own pharmaceutical companies and now they're going to keep the information from you. Like it just, it just is discounted. Really. Yes. It's evil. It's evil. But I think it's, it sounds like it's going to get shut down. If not, you know, there's other options out there. That's hopefully what we get through here with this group Speaker 2: (46:56) And with the box and so on. So JJ, before, just as we wrap up as you, any messages that you want to get across that we've, we've covered a lot of ground today. I know that you've worked on, I did want to mention the broken brain series, which I've bought and, and devoured the, the work that those doctors and professionals are doing. This has been a really important thing. I think that's a huge resource. If I'd had that four years ago, we've been brilliant, you know? Speaker 3: (47:26) Yes. Oh my gosh. But mark Hyman and drew per it have put together an amazing, Mark's been a longtime friend for like 20 years. You know, he's, he's just doing incredible things. Anyone with any kind of brain stuff going on, broken brain is just incredible resource source for you know, loads of interviews, et cetera. And then drew continues with this broken brain podcast. So there's that too. Speaker 2: (47:52) It on jury's podcast. Maybe you can put on a good or on your thoughts for that, that her with the [inaudible] stories. Speaker 3: (47:58) Well, yeah, you have to be in person. You must be in La to do. Yeah. So there's that. But the point is there's a lot of resources. I think the most important thing is that first, you know, when you look at what happens in life, it isn't like a, I'll give you an example. Let's say that you want to have a new sofa in your living room. Use something as mundane as that. The first thing you have to do is envision that you want a sofa in your living room. Then you go out and find the sofa you don't like all of a sudden, you know, a sofa pops in and then you envision it. It always happens in your mind's eye first, right? Yep. So same with this. If, if, when I was facing this situation with grant, the first thing was in my mind's eye, I saw him at 110%. Speaker 3: (48:47) I saw him getting through this. Now anywhere along the line, something could have happened. He nearly died multiple times, but I knew that I was doing everything humanly possible and beyond that to help him get there. And that's what I, you know, that's what I could do. I could manage my mindset and do everything possible on my, on my end to do that. And I think that's really important is we create it first in our mind. Thoughts create. It's very powerful. It's amazing what we can do. So manage your mindset because it's the first thing that you have control over that and commit and make a decision into the situation and always push past what you think is possible. Which was why I said 110%, you know, versus Oh, I just want grant to be alive. Grant just being alive could have been grant in a wheelchair unable to talk or see or hear or anything. So, you know, go for it, go big for it and then go for the resources to make it happen. Speaker 2: (49:50) Well I think that's a beautiful place to wrap it up. JJ, thank you so much for being such a warrior for being such an a fantastic mum. And being such an amazing role model for other people going through these, these sorts of journeys takes for all the work you do in this area with broken brain, with, with all the books that you have out with the nutrition stuff that you do. We can people find you online and buy bio books and know more about JJ. Speaker 3: (50:21) Pretty easy. JJ Virgin, www.jjvirgin.com. Speaker 2: (50:29) Fantastic. Thank you so much for your time today. I really appreciate it. And I wish you son grant and Bryce of course all the best in the future and it'd be amazing to see what they do with the, with your mom too. She's got a, she's super lucky to have you as a daughter, Huh? He's a beautiful mom. I'll send you a book when it comes out. And yeah, it's, it's very special stories. Both of these and these stories are really important to share because it gives other people hope. And the biggest piece of the puzzle we've heard today is your mindset. And they never ever give up and that you throw everything in to the pot. You can't the universe, but you can control what you do. I think that was the biggest takeaway from today. I very much enjoyed today. Thank you.
How well do you know yourself? I mean, truly know yourself? How well do you know the innermost aspects of your true self, including the things that subconsciously influence you? This week, we’re talking all about self-awareness…how to develop it, and what it means to live in a self-aware state. We’re also talking about what that self-awareness allows you to do: LIVE AS YOUR TRUE SELF! This week, I’m chatting with Ginni Saraswati, and if you can find a brighter light in the world, I’ll…I don’t know…do something gross. I’ll eat a bug. l Truly, Ginni is an incredible woman, and you’re not going to want to miss our conversation. Ginni is the founder of Ginni Media, a boutique podcast production company, and she is the host of The Ginni Show. Here’s what we chatted about: How can we be our true selves? Ginni and I had a really deep conversation about her experience as a lesbian and coming out to her family. In the end, it was fear that kept her from telling her family who she really was so that she could live authentically. However, the paradox is that fear holds us in an inauthentic state that can be psychologically damaging. You won’t want to miss this conversation. Self-awareness is always step 1. Being self-aware means understanding yourself at a deeper level….and being honest about it. Sometimes these revelations can be incredibly difficult for us to admit to…but its crucial. If we want to live authentically (to my earlier point), you have to be aware and honest about who you are. Happiness is so important! Focusing on your own happiness is NOT SELFISH! We all have one life to live. If you aren’t living life with an eye toward what’s making you happy, you’re wasting your precious time here. Have the audacity to believe you can be more than you are now. The size of your dreams and goals do NOT get to be dictated by other people. If you have the inclination that you might be capable of reaching something big…you’re probably right. The audacity to reach for HUGE, SCRAY GOALS is what propels me forward, and if there’s one thing I can give you, it is the audacity to be your biggest self. Go get ‘em tiger!
If you’re the primary parent in your house, the state of your mental and physical being is the most important factor in your child’s success. While they're in your house, you are their greatest influence. The number one thing you can do to insure their success? Be that vision of what you want them to be. Here are 2 steps to get started today. The post Self Care is Not Selfish appeared first on Susie Pettit.
Episode 21 - Love is Not Selfish by Podcast by Beth&Kim
Wowzers, y'all! This transformation train is picking up some speed! I am sharing a secret step to transformation that most people aren't talking about! Too often we see people's highlight reels and finished products of transformation. We discover so many celebrities or public figures AFTER they have made it. We don't really get a true glimpse of the work it takes to rewire our worthiness of all the love, success, and glory of learning to love oneself. Well today, I am kick-starting or accelerating your process by inviting you into the Self Love is Not Selfish 5 Day Challenge! Today's 15 Min Fill Up is a launching pad for your heart being fully unleashed!
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Paul realizes if he will use his authority in a right way it will cause the people to grow in faith and when they grow in faith his sphere of authority will grow.
Paul realizes if he will use his authority in a right way it will cause the people to grow in faith and when they grow in faith his sphere of authority will grow.
I can not express my happiness to share with you the first episode in a series from The Women's Yoga & Healing Retreat in Orient Point L.I. Retreats are in my soul, and I love bringing women together. Retreats offer many things to the participants. Sacred space, Connection, and Self-care. The theme of the day was Self-Care is NOT Selfish. In this episode you will hear the take aways from two guests, a snippet of the yoga class that morning, and the partial itinerary. The yoga class was recorded right in the center of Chef Nancy's home, so excuse some clanking of dishes as she prepares us an amazing lunch. The music I played during the yoga class was: Aad Guray Nameh: Jai-Jagdeesh- I am Thine Drop me a line if you enjoyed this on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tcon1017/ use hashtag #TinasRetreat Shout out to Jasmine D'Alessandro and Barbara Grapstein. Thank you Ladies xo Stay tuned for more in this series over the next few weeks. And remember: Self-Care is NOT Selfish Namaste~Tina
Many people, with good intentions, think they should give all they have in the service of others. They think taking time away to do something fun, relaxing, for personal development just for them, is an act of selfishness. Self-care is NOT selfish! Listen as I explain how taking care of yourself is, actually, the most generous thing you can do: Listen on iTunes or Listen to/download this episode here: Show Outline: Question: Who is the most important person in the world? The President, the Pope, your spouse, your children? No. It's YOU!! You have to take care of your car or it doesn't run. If you are a business owner, you have to invest in and take care of the equipment needed to produce your product or you'll be out of business! You cannot be the greatest mom, dad, business person, athlete, care-giver, financial investor.... if you don't exist! The most valuable asset you will ever own, the best investment you will ever make, is YOU!! Self-Care is NOT Selfish! Secure the oxygen mask to our own face first, in the case of an emergency on an airplane. It is very hard to care for the people around you if you are gasping for breath and struggling for your own survival. I meet so many people, who are near the point of burnout from caring for others, who are reluctant to take a mental and physical health break, because they feel it would be selfish to do so. You owe it to the people you care for to take good care of yourself! You cannot continue to give the best level of care if you are depleting all of your physical and emotional resources. Having strong work-ethic and caring about your job is admirable, but you are actually doing your company a disservice by not taking care of yourself, physically or emotionally. If you have a mental breakdown, get sick, or just lose stamina because you are exhausted, you will not be able to perform your work--therefore hurting the company you are trying to help, therefore having a bad work ethic! Most churches hold annual women's retreats. Often, women who are reluctant to go because they feel guilty about taking a weekend away from their husbands and children to go away with a group of other women to "retreat." I take occasional weekend retreats to be alone, rest, think and write. I always come back with more energy and creative ideas than before I left. In fact, my boys will sometimes recognize the symptoms and say "Dad, maybe it's time for you to take a retreat." Sometimes the best strategy for moving forward is a brief retreat! Please, for the sake of everyone who needs you, take care of yourself first. We need you to be your best! Here are just a few things you can to do to invest in yourself: Consistently get a good night's rest. Fatigue from lack of sleep is very dangerous to your physical and mental health. Eat well and exercise regularly. Your body is a priceless piece of equipment; treat it that way. Spend quality, unplugged, time away from work with your family and friends. Really, have a life. Feed your brain a regular diet of good books, both fiction and non-fiction, unrelated to your occupation. Join a "mastermind group" of people who will encourage, educate and support you. There's no shame in getting help. In fact, it is wise! If you are near or already to the point of burnout, seek the professional help a counselor or life coach. The most important point, here, is to realize your company, your family, your dependents, your friends, in fact, the whole world, needs you to be the best possible you. Invest in yourself. As you take care of yourself and improve yourself, those around you benefit and are, themselves, improved. Self-care is not selfish. It may be the most generous thing you can do! Mentioned in this show: LifeThought: Self-Care is Not Selfish - Bruce Van Horn Boston Marathon #Miles4Smiles Fundraiser Download: Affirmations for Abundant Living LIAM Team Life Coaching Community
Many people, with good intentions, think they should give all they have in the service of others. They think taking time away to do something fun, relaxing, for personal development just for them, is an act of selfishness. Self-care is NOT selfish! Listen as I explain how taking care of yourself is, actually, the most generous thing you can do: Listen on iTunes or Listen to/download this episode here: Show Outline: Question: Who is the most important person in the world? The President, the Pope, your spouse, your children? No. It's YOU!! You have to take care of your car or it doesn't run. If you are a business owner, you have to invest in and take care of the equipment needed to produce your product or you'll be out of business! You cannot be the greatest mom, dad, business person, athlete, care-giver, financial investor.... if you don't exist! The most valuable asset you will ever own, the best investment you will ever make, is YOU!! Self-Care is NOT Selfish! Secure the oxygen mask to our own face first, in the case of an emergency on an airplane. It is very hard to care for the people around you if you are gasping for breath and struggling for your own survival. I meet so many people, who are near the point of burnout from caring for others, who are reluctant to take a mental and physical health break, because they feel it would be selfish to do so. You owe it to the people you care for to take good care of yourself! You cannot continue to give the best level of care if you are depleting all of your physical and emotional resources. Having strong work-ethic and caring about your job is admirable, but you are actually doing your company a disservice by not taking care of yourself, physically or emotionally. If you have a mental breakdown, get sick, or just lose stamina because you are exhausted, you will not be able to perform your work--therefore hurting the company you are trying to help, therefore having a bad work ethic! Most churches hold annual women’s retreats. Often, women who are reluctant to go because they feel guilty about taking a weekend away from their husbands and children to go away with a group of other women to "retreat." I take occasional weekend retreats to be alone, rest, think and write. I always come back with more energy and creative ideas than before I left. In fact, my boys will sometimes recognize the symptoms and say "Dad, maybe it’s time for you to take a retreat." Sometimes the best strategy for moving forward is a brief retreat! Please, for the sake of everyone who needs you, take care of yourself first. We need you to be your best! Here are just a few things you can to do to invest in yourself: Consistently get a good night's rest. Fatigue from lack of sleep is very dangerous to your physical and mental health. Eat well and exercise regularly. Your body is a priceless piece of equipment; treat it that way. Spend quality, unplugged, time away from work with your family and friends. Really, have a life. Feed your brain a regular diet of good books, both fiction and non-fiction, unrelated to your occupation. Join a "mastermind group" of people who will encourage, educate and support you. There's no shame in getting help. In fact, it is wise! If you are near or already to the point of burnout, seek the professional help a counselor or life coach. The most important point, here, is to realize your company, your family, your dependents, your friends, in fact, the whole world, needs you to be the best possible you. Invest in yourself. As you take care of yourself and improve yourself, those around you benefit and are, themselves, improved. Self-care is not selfish. It may be the most generous thing you can do! Mentioned in this show: LifeThought: Self-Care is Not Selfish - Bruce Van Horn Boston Marathon #Miles4Smiles Fundraiser Download: Affirmations for Abundant Living LIAM Team Life Coaching Community
You might already be aware of the concept that everything that we do outside of us in our lives and in our relationships is actually imprinted by who we are and how we are being on the inside. Another way to say that is: What is happening in our lives outside of us is actually […] The post Just Between Us – Making Yourself a Priority is Not Selfish; Its Self-ness appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.
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