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In part two of the GLP-1 series, Melissa gets practical. What does it actually feel like to be on this medication? What does responsible use look like day to day? And how do you get the best results at the lowest effective dose possible?Whether you just started, you're a few months in, or you're wondering why you're not seeing the results you expected — this episode is for you.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:Why you forget about food on a GLP-1 and why that feeling of relief is also where your responsibility beginsWhat the flat affect actually is, why it happens, and what it tells you about your doseWhy GLP-1 receptors live in the brain's reward center — and what that means for your dopamine, your drive, and your nervous systemThe difference between microdosing and the lowest effective dose (and why that distinction matters more than the label)FDA-approved dosing for semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic) and tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro) — and where Melissa would actually startWhy digestion has to come first before or while on this medicationThe truth about blood sugar stability on a GLP-1 and why the medication doesn't do that work for youWhy women on GLP-1 are losing muscle without realizing it — and exactly what to do about itProgressive overload: what it actually means and why going through the motions isn't enoughWhy Melissa recommends Cronometer over MyFitnessPal for tracking on a GLP-1Hair loss — medication side effect or weight loss side effect? Melissa breaks down the differenceFatigue — why it's actually both, and what to do depending on which one it isWhy perimenopause symptoms can get louder on a GLP-1 and what's happening hormonallyHow to know if you're actually at a plateau (hint: four weeks is the threshold)What to do when you're at max dose and the scale still isn't movingHow long is it okay to stay on a GLP-1 — and what the long-term concerns actually areTIMESTAMPS:00:00 — Welcome back + recap of episode one 01:45 — What it actually feels like when you first start 03:30 — The flat affect and the dopamine loop 07:50 — Strength training as a natural dopamine regulator 10:00 — The lowest effective dose and what microdosing actually means 12:00 — Semaglutide dosing overview (Wegovy, Ozempic) 13:45 — Tirzepatide dosing overview (Zepbound, Mounjaro) 15:00 — How to advocate for a lower starting dose with your provider 16:00 — Melissa's personal experience: 1 mg tirzepatide for inflammation 23:30 — Making the medication work hard for you: the foundation 25:00 — Digestion first — why gut health matters before you start 26:30 — Blood sugar stability is your responsibility 29:00 — Protein first, always 31:00 — Why women on GLP-1 are losing muscle 33:30 — Progressive overload — what it actually looks like 35:00 — Track your food — why Cronometer and why it's non-negotiable 38:30 — Side effects: medication vs. weight loss (two different categories) 39:00 — Hair loss explained 40:50 — Fatigue explained 42:00 — Nausea, constipation, gut symptoms 42:45 — Perimenopause, hormonal shifts, estrogen dominance44:30 — How to know if you're actually at a plateau 48:00 — Max dose: what to do when you're there 48:30 — How long is it okay to stay on a GLP-51:00 — Download the GLP-1 Support Guide + closeRESOURCES:Download the GLP-1 Support Guide — everything you need to use this medication responsibly: workouts with logging space, protein meal plan, nutrition framework, and tracking tools. melissaeichwellness.com/GLP1guideBook a free consultation with Melissa — whether you're considering GLP-1, already on it, or wanting gut or hormone support while on it: https://melissaeichcoaching.practicebetter.io/#/6490bd200e37c64b346b25c8/bookings?s=6a0cb936104f4243883a46dfGut Healing Program or Complete Hormone Program: https://melissaeichcoaching.practicebetter.io/#/6490bd200e37c64b346b25c8/bookings?s=69fe864f4b36932a1ec4aba4Related episodes:Episode [#179]: GLP-1 Series, Part 1 — The Shame, the Gray Area, and Weight Loss Resistance: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/179-glp-1-for-midlife-women-where-to-begin-part-1-3/id1650475536?i=1000771142749DUTCH test series — perimenopause, weight loss resistance, and estrogen detox - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/176-perimenopause-weight-gain-and-the-dutch-test/id1650475536?i=1000767363294CONNECT WITH MELISSA:Instagram: @melissa_eich Website: melissaeichwellness.com Email: melissa@melissaeichwellness.comABOUT THE SHOW:Body-Led by Design is a podcast for women who are done guessing and ready to understand what's actually happening in their bodies. Hosted by Melissa Eich, registered nurse, hormone and nervous system coach, and somatic practitioner, each episode brings the real conversations from her practice so you can walk away more informed, more empowered, and a little less alone in what you're navigating.LEAVE A REVIEW:If this episode resonated with you, a five-star review means the world. It helps more women find this podcast and get the information they actually need.SEO KEYWORDS:GLP-1 side effects, semaglutide weight loss, tirzepatide lowest effective dose, microdosing GLP-1, hair loss on Ozempic, muscle loss GLP-1, weight loss plateau GLP-1, GLP-1 fatigue, Wegovy responsible use, perimenopause GLP-1, how long to stay on GLP-1, GLP-1 support women over 40
Should you purge after a lymphatic drainage treatment?Short answer: no.I'm Jen Wilson, The Healing Rebel, and this episode is me getting into why the "go hard or go home" mentality has crept into lymphatic drainage, why some practitioners are pushing aggressive treatments designed to make you purge afterwards, and why that's the opposite of what your body actually needs to heal.This episode came out of a conversation with a fellow massage therapist friend whose client kept going to someone else for lymphatic drainage because she always had a big purge afterwards. My reaction was: no. That's not what's meant to happen.What I cover:What purging actually is and when it's appropriate (sickness, diarrhoea, your body clearing something genuinely harmful)Why a treatment that makes you purge is too aggressive for your nervous systemThe concept of a "healing crisis" and why it's a red flag, not a badge of honourHow the parasympathetic nervous system safety is where healing actually happensThe Vodder technique I was trained in, and how a proper, gentle lymphatic drainage treatment worksWhy the dramatic before-and-after photos of lymphatic drainage are mostly fluid loss that comes straight backWhy getting lymphatic drainage before your holiday won't keep you looking sculpted on the beachWhat aggressive treatments actually cost you (vitamins, minerals, microbiome)Why being soothed during a treatment matters more than the manual technique itselfHow to support your lymphatic system at home in as little as one minute a dayA few questions I answer:Should you purge after lymphatic drainage?What is a healing crisis, and is it real?Why does my body purge after some treatments?Is aggressive lymphatic drainage better than gentle?Can I do lymphatic drainage on myself?Does lymphatic drainage help you look thinner?Free download: my Lymphatic Drainage Self-Care Routine. A gentle, guided way to support your lymphatic system every day, in as little as a minute. https://iamjenwilson.thrivecart.com/lymph/If you're in or around Glasgow and you'd like to come in for a proper, gentle Manual Lymphatic Drainage treatment, all the booking details are over at www.iamjenwilson.comGet my book 9 Rules to Sort Your Shit here - https://amzn.to/4eYtVnqRebel and Divine Anarchist hoodies and t-shirts here https://iamjenwilson-2.teemill.com/collection/new/Gut Friendly, Easy Recipe book here https://amzn.to/4gJsGICFollow my social channelsSubscribe to my YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/iamjenwilsonLike my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/IamJenWilsonFollow me on Instagram https://instagram.com/iam.jenwilson
Michael Iannuzzi, Partner and Franchise Practice Leader at Citrin Cooperman, joins host Brendon Dennewill to unpack the financial and operational fault lines that quietly derail growing franchise systems. From the tension between top-line and bottom-line incentives to the infamous "100-unit ceiling," Michael brings a practitioner's lens to unit economics, royalty self-sufficiency, and the decisions leaders delay until it's too late. If you're scaling a franchise brand and wondering when to rebuild your systems, hire your next leader, or fire yourself from your current role, this episode delivers the framework.What You'll LearnWhy franchisors and franchisees have competing financial interestsThe metric that signals when real growth beginsWhat the "100-unit ceiling" looks like in practiceWhen to fire yourself as a founderHow to build a tech stack from day oneWhat private equity actually looks for in a franchise systemThe rule of threes and tens in franchise growthResources MentionedIFA (International Franchise Association)Restaurant Leadership Conference Franchise and Fitness Conference (Chicago) Citrin Cooperman Franchise Practice QuickBooks / XERO FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document) Franchisee Advisory Council (FAC) The Rule of Threes and Tens - Growth framework referenced by CEO of Rakuten Is your business ready to scale? Take the Growth Readiness Score to find out. In 5 minutes, you'll see: Benchmark data showing how you stack up to other organizationsA clear view of your operational maturity Whether your business is ready to scale (and what to do next if it's not)Let's ConnectSubscribe to the RevOps Champions NewsletterLinkedInYouTubeExplore the show at revopschampions.com. Ready to unite your teams with RevOps strategies that eliminate costly silos and drive growth? Let's talk!
You might be burned out. Maybe everything is irritating lately. You might have tried all the hacks to regulate your nervous system and still feel the same. What if the missing piece isn't another strategy, but it's that your life has outgrown the nervous system you built it on?This episode explains why the patterns that got you here are now the ones keeping you stuck, what peace actually is (and why the version most women are chasing will never arrive), and how capacity - not circumstances - is what actually changes things.If you've ever felt like your life outgrew you somewhere along the way, this is the episode that names it.What You'll LearnWhy more information will never close the gap between knowing and actually feeling differentWhy your nervous system was built for a version of you that no longer existsWhat if feels like to have outgrown your nervous systemThe five capacity types and why expanding one upstream system shifts all of them--Join The Capacity Method (we start June 15th!) -> Check it out HERE--
In this week's episode of Take a Breath, I'm joined by chef and chocolatier Lisa Clarke, a member of my breathwork community, who shares her honest and inspiring story of how breathwork helped her through one of the most difficult periods of her life.Within the space of just six days, Lisa experienced a series of traumatic events, including a car accident involving her son, the loss of close friends and a house fire. While trying to stay strong for everyone around her, she found herself carrying an enormous amount of stress, grief and anxiety.Lisa shares how discovering breathwork became a turning point, giving her a safe space to process emotions, calm her nervous system and regain a sense of control. We also discuss her recent ADHD diagnosis and how breathwork has helped her manage racing thoughts, anxiety and her tendency to catastrophise.In this episode, you'll learn:How breathwork can support you through periods of stress, grief and overwhelmWhy being "the strong one" can take a toll on your own wellbeingHow gentle, consistent breathing practices can help regulate the nervous systemThe role breathwork can play in managing ADHD symptoms, anxious thinking and catastrophisingWhy simple daily practices often create the biggest shifts in how we feelA quote from Lisa:"Breathwork has become my secret weapon. It's something I can use wherever I am, whenever I need it, and it's helped me more than I ever imagined."To connect with Lisa go to: https://www.instagram.com/theclevedoncookeryclub/and https://www.instagram.com/thechocolatetartuk/ or https://www.thechocolatetart.co.uk/Download 15 Breaths to Calm Anxiety - a FREE 5 minute audio to calm you down in real time.Download The Breath Check-Up - your FREE guide to understanding how well you're breathing right now.Download my energising 5 Minute Morning Practice to get your day started in the best way possible.To find out more about my membership The Inner Space go to: https://www.pollywarren.com/theinnerspaceEmail me at: info@pollywarren.comhttps://www.pollywarren.com/https://www.instagram.com/pollywarrencoaching/
In this episode, Cory Connors welcomes Dana Voges to discuss her remarkable journey from growing up visiting landfills on Take Your Kid to Work Day in Colorado, to leading reusable packaging innovation in Germany. Dana shares how SEA ME and their open pool system Zerooo are building a scalable, brand-agnostic reuse infrastructure for cosmetics and personal care — and what the rest of the world can learn from Germany's deposit return system.Key Topics Discussed:Dana's unique background: from Superfund site field trips and trash fashion shows to circular economy research at the Technical University of BerlinGermany's deposit return system (DRS) and why it works — and why the US lags behindWhat SEA ME is and how their reusable packaging model works for cosmetics and personal care productsThe Zerooo open pool system: a pay-per-use model that handles reverse logistics, washing, and redeployment for participating brandsThe origin of the Zerooo name and its triple infinity loop logoConsumer behavior as the hardest challenge in reuse systems — and how pre-fill models reduce frictionThe "chicken and egg" problem between retailers and brands, and how SEA ME is bringing both to the tableThe roller coaster analogy: why reuse systems require coordinating infrastructure, legislation, incentives, and behavior simultaneouslyHow parallel revenue from the SEA ME brand funded the system during early-stage high costsEconomies of scale: how wash costs for 10,000 bottles are nearly the same as for 1,000Aesthetics and wear: clever bottle design to prevent scuffing and maintain brand appearance across cyclesWhy metal containers present challenges for reuse: keepability, high upfront carbon footprint, visual inspection limitations, and consumer familiarityWhy glass and PET are the preferred materials for SEA ME's systemThe importance of integrating reuse systems with existing consumer habits (e.g., reusable bags, existing return infrastructure)SEA ME's current footprint: ~900 sale and return locations in Germany, with major European retail expansion underwayResources Mentioned:SEA MEZeroooEllen MacArthur Foundation Cradle to Cradle by Michael BraungartContact:Brands selling personal care, home care, wellness, or beauty products in PET bottles interested in joining the European Zerooo system can reach out to Dana Voges and the SEA ME team directly.Thank you for tuning in to Sustainable Packaging with Cory Connors!Support our Sponsors Learn more here:- 3M- Specright- Forest Connect with CoryConnect with Cory on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-connors/I'm here to help you make your packaging more sustainable! Reach out today and I'll get back to you asap. This podcast is an independent production and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2022.
You know that moment when things finally click?When the sales conversations stop feeling awkward. When people instantly “get” what you do. When clients start showing up before you even feel fully ready. That's what's been happening inside my current No BS Mastery cohort, and honestly, I'm still fired up about it. And the crazy thing is that we are just five weeks into this program! So in this episode, I'm breaking down why this is happening — and why it's not luck, hustle, or “natural sales talent.”Tune into this episode to hear:Why most service businesses don't actually have a reliable pipeline systemThe hidden reason sales feel “hard”Why community and accountability accelerate momentumThe difference between freelancing and actually owning a businessWhat happens when your offer finally lands effortlesslyResources:Program: No BS Mastery: https://nobsmastery.com/programGrab the first chapter of my new book Scale Solo: scalesolobook.comGrab a copy of my book: Badass Your Brand - https://www.badassyourbrand.com/Program: No BS Agency Mastery: https://join.nobsmastery.com/agency-masteryNo BS Clients Lab: https://nobsclientslab.com/The Price to Freedom Calculator™ - http://nobsmastery.com/price
In My Kitchen this week, I am joined by nutritionist, author and podcast host Sarah Ann Macklin. Sarah is the author of Healthy Shouldn't Be This Hard and host of the Live Well Be Well podcast.In this episode, we explore an area of health and wellbeing that has never been discussed on the podcast before: self-compassion.Many of us spend our lives setting unrealistic expectations for ourselves. We commit to diets that are impossible to sustain, sign up for challenges that are far beyond our current capabilities, and then criticise ourselves when we inevitably fall short. Yet we would never speak to a friend the way we speak to ourselves.So why do we do it?Sarah explains why being kinder to yourself might be one of the most powerful health interventions available. We discuss how modern culture has conditioned us to constantly compare ourselves to others, chase optimisation at every opportunity, and measure our worth against an impossible standard. The result? Disappointment, burnout and a feeling that we're never doing enough.We also explore the connection between mindset, stress, nervous system health and physical wellbeing, and why sometimes the healthiest thing you can do is stop trying to be perfect.In this episode, we discuss:Why healthy living often feels so hard in today's worldThe inspiration behind Healthy Shouldn't Be This HardHow self-talk influences our physical and mental healthWhy negative thoughts have a stronger impact than positive onesPractical ways to develop a more compassionate inner voiceThe morning habits that can shape the rest of your dayWhether manifestation can be applied to health and nutrition goalsConfidence, body image and why appearance doesn't always reflect happinessMy personal journey of realising that stress and nervous system regulation may be the missing piece of my own health puzzleWhy stress can contribute to symptoms such as bloating and digestive discomfortSimple strategies to support and regulate your nervous systemThe surprising health benefits of meaningful social connectionThis conversation challenged many of my own beliefs around health and wellbeing and reminded me that perhaps the healthiest version of ourselves isn't the most disciplined, productive or optimised, it's the one that treats itself with the most compassion.Sponsors:Healthy Habits - Try mouth tape today and get 20% off your first purchase with code CATCHUPS20click hereThis episode was hosted and produced by Georgia SymondsGeorgia's Instagram - click here!Sarah Ann's Instagram - click here!For more information and other interesting articles check out our website: www.catchupsinmykitchen.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What happens when a successful surgeon realizes the system he dedicated his life to… is simply fundamentally broken?Join Dr. Joe Pazona for a deeply honest conversation about burnout, entrepreneurship, healthcare innovation, and what it really looks like to walk away from traditional clinical medicine without leaving patient care.Dr. Pazona shares his six-year transition from practicing urologist performing major robotic surgeries to full-time CEO and founder of VirtuCare, [https://myvirtucare.com/] a company helping rural hospitals build sustainable outpatient urology programs through team-based care, physician collaboration, and APP education.Learn & unpack:Why the best clinicians are often the most vulnerable to burnoutThe dangerous “sunk cost” mindset in medicineHow entrepreneurship can become an antidote to burnoutWhy healthcare desperately needs innovation outside the traditional systemThe power of saying noHow APPs and physicians can work together in sustainable, collaborative modelsWhy “that's just how we do things” may be the most dangerous phrase in healthcareThis conversation is equal parts inspiring, validating, and challenging. If you've ever sat in a healthcare or leadership meeting thinking, “I have questions…” this episode is for you.Why burnout is often a systems problem—not a personal failureHow Dr. Pazona gradually transitioned away from full-time clinical medicineThe hidden cognitive burden of “wearing too many hats”What entrepreneurship actually looks like behind the scenesHow curiosity and self-education fuel entrepreneurial growthWhy team-based care may be the future of sustainable healthcareThe mindset shifts clinicians need when entering businessWhy taking action is often less risky than staying stuckPartners:PA Moms Women's Medical Summit https://www.pamoms.com/wms26/ Enter “Tracy Bingaman” for who referred you! Links:Clinician Entrepreneur Collective Waitlist www.tracybingaman.com/waitlist Schedule a call with Tracy https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call Keywords: burnout in healthcare, physician burnout, PA burnout, clinician entrepreneur, physician associate burnout, healthcare entrepreneurship, leaving clinical medicine, healthcare leadership, APP burnout, physician assistant career change, medical entrepreneurship, healthcare innovation, urology APP, rural healthcare access, team-based healthcare, clinician CEO, healthcare system burnout, clinician business owner, healthcare startup, physician entrepreneur
The Money Lighthouse Podcast for Spiritual Entrepreneurs invites listeners into a soft and healing conversation about money, hope, and possibility in this deeply encouraging episode about dreaming with money from a healthy and supportive place. So many spiritual entrepreneurs have experienced stress, fear, survival mode, or emotional heaviness around finances, and over time, that can make dreaming feel unsafe or unrealistic. In this episode, Michel gently explores how cultivating a healthier relationship with money can help restore optimism, emotional safety, and the ability to imagine a more supported and spacious life.Listeners are guided through a reflective process designed to help them reconnect with possibility in a grounded and nourishing way. Rather than focusing on extremes or pressure-filled financial goals, this episode encourages spiritual entrepreneurs to explore what money could feel like if it became a supportive resource instead of a constant source of stress. Through gentle prompts and thoughtful reflections, Michel walks listeners through envisioning more time freedom, emotional peace, creative energy, and a future where money helps support their wellbeing, mission, relationships, and dreams.This episode is a beautiful reminder that healing one's relationship with money is not only about numbers — it is also about hope, nervous system safety, emotional spaciousness, and believing that life can become more supportive over time. Listeners will leave feeling inspired to reconnect with their dreams, soften their fears around money, and imagine what becomes possible when abundance is approached with intention, compassion, and openness.Topics CoveredThe connection between money, hope, and possibilityWhy survival mode makes dreaming difficultReframing money as support instead of stressHow healthy dreaming can help heal the nervous systemThe emotional and spiritual impact of financial safetyA guided process for envisioning a supported lifeTime freedom, spaciousness, and creative energyThe ripple effect of healthy abundanceGentle practices for cultivating an optimistic relationship with moneyWhy spiritual entrepreneurs deserve to dream againIf you've been longing to feel more hopeful, supported, and emotionally safe in your relationship with money, this episode offers a gentle space to reconnect with possibility and dream about what life could feel like with greater peace, stability, and abundance.Contact:michel@moneylighthouse.com
Steaming prices, fading giants, and the brutal truth about gaming affordability—are you truly ready for what's coming? If you've ever felt the sting of paying top dollar for tech that's already outdated, this episode hits home hard. The gaming world is in chaos, with prices skyrocketing for devices that are, frankly, weaker than ever, and we've got the inside scoop on why it's all happening—and what it really means for you.Brace yourself as we unravel the madness behind the sudden price hikes of the Steam Deck, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series, revealing the shocking influence of AI and industry greed. You'll discover why Nintendo's pricing remains more reasonable—and why that matters. We dig into how the same companies facing backlash for raising prices are often the ones with the worst game output, and why gaming as a luxury is being intentionally manipulated to keep you spending.In this episode, we break down:How Valve's insane price hike of the Steam Deck exposes a shaky tech marketThe real reason behind the rising costs—spoiler: it's not tariffs or politics, but AI-driven inflationWhy you should skip retail for consoles and hunt for affordable power on Facebook MarketplaceThe truth about gaming affordability in 2023 and how you can beat the systemThe future of hardware and why the industry's obsession with profit is destroying value for gamersThis isn't just hot takes; it's a wake-up call. If you're tired of being played, if you crave real insight into tech inflation and smart shopping, this episode is your must-listen. The gaming landscape is shifting—are you ready to adapt? Don't let the industry bleed you dry. Hit play, get informed, and take control of your gaming future now.#SteamDeck #steammachine
You record the episode. The transcript lands. And then... it just sits there. Because turning it into a newsletter, shownotes, Instagram carousels, and threads posts requires opening six tools, making a hundred decisions, and spending three hours you don't have. So you don't. And another episode disappears.In this episode:Why the orchestrator skill runs everything else - without it you're still doing the prompting, which means you're still the systemThe sneaky reason to build your own Claude skills versus grabbing someone else's - and the security risk nobody mentions when you skip this stepWhat "80 to 90% done" actually looks like in practice - and why that number is the one that finally makes publishing feel possibleWhy your voice skill lives outside your content skills - and what that has to do with output qualityAction step:Before you build anything, map your current content workflow on paper. Every step, every decision, every tool you open. That's your skill blueprint. Then build the orchestrator first.Loved this episode? Don't miss out!
In this final episode of our rerun of our January series on The Anatomy of a Breakthrough, we arrive at strategy - not as hustle, force, or rigid self-improvement, but as a creative, embodied collaboration with your own life.Throughout the month, we've explored how real change unfolds when state comes first, story begins to soften, and strategy is allowed to emerge from alignment rather than pressure. In this episode, we bring it all together.Drawing on the wisdom of thinkers, artists, and teachers such as Buckminster Fuller, Vincent van Gogh, James Clear, Tim Ferriss, Shunryū Suzuki, Hugh Laurie, Millard Fuller, and contemporary author Jordan Gruber, Ashley weaves a deeply neurodivergent-affirming exploration of how meaningful change actually takes shape.We'll explore:Why strategy works best when it builds the new rather than fights the oldHow small, sustainable actions quietly create upward spiralsWhy confidence often follows action - not the other way aroundHow embodied knowledge can return when we meet ourselves in the right stateWhat it means to design a strategy that truly fits your nervous systemThe episode closes with a deeply nourishing Yoga Nidra, inviting your nervous system into a state of rest, receptivity, and neuroplasticity - a place where new patterns can gently take root.If you're tired of forcing change, waiting for motivation, or feeling like strategy has to be punishing to be effective, this episode offers a kinder, wiser way forward.✨ You're allowed to edit your life. You're allowed to begin again. And you're allowed to take one small step at a time.Our Sponsors:
Chronic pain can take over your life, affecting how you move, think, feel, sleep, work and connect with the people around you. But what if part of the way forward was not forcing your body harder, but learning how to move with more awareness, ease and intelligence?In this episode of Beyond The Pain, Leigh Brandon speaks with Beverly, a certified Feldenkrais practitioner and founder of Pauseture, about how her own debilitating back pain led her away from the corporate world and into the Feldenkrais Method.After trying several approaches without lasting success, Beverly experienced a dramatic shift during her first Feldenkrais lesson. Through gentle movement and awareness, she discovered a new way of relating to her body — one that eventually helped her overcome pain, improve mobility and regulate her nervous system.In this conversation, Beverly explains how Feldenkrais can help people with chronic pain by improving body awareness, changing habitual movement patterns and helping the nervous system feel safer.You'll hear about:Why chronic pain is not always solved by stretching, strengthening or “fixing” the painful areaHow gentle movement can help calm the nervous systemThe role of awareness in pain recoveryWhy forcing movement can sometimes make pain worseHow Feldenkrais differs from conventional exercise or therapyBeverly's personal journey from severe back pain to becoming a practitionerHow Pauseture helps people bring mindful movement into everyday lifeIf you have been living with persistent back pain, chronic pain, stiffness, tension or movement fear, this episode offers a hopeful and practical conversation about a different way to approach recovery.Beverly's Details:Website: https://www.pauseture.com/Apple App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pauseture-mindful-movement/id6483941228Google Play App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.otrofy.pauseture&hl=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauseture/Leigh's Details:Beyond The Pain book Free Chapter: https://bodychek.co.uk/book-waitlist/Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme: https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation
In this episode, you will discover:What triggers show you about yourselfThe hidden roots beneath emotional reactionsThe reason healing is so layeredVarying ways healing shows itselfHow survival patterns shape adult behaviorSigns that you are carrying trauma in your nervous systemThe way healing changes how you see yourselfHow grief applies to a healing journeyOne of the clearest signs of healingReal Life storiesNext Week's Topic: The Silent Help- How Angels Guide You When You Don't Even AskThe Angel Room is a weekly podcast- A place for those who love angels and want to know more about them. Enjoy spiritual, healing, personal growth, enlightening and empowering topics. Named one of the top 10 Healing With Angels Podcasts in 2025 by PlayerFM.Named one of Top 10 Best Angel Podcasts by Feedspot. ListenNotes.com ranks it in the top 3% of most popular shows globally.Host, Ivory LaNoue is a respected angel communicator based in central Arizona. She is also the author of Let Your Angels Lead, Archangel Sachiel's Guide to Abundance and other spirituality books. Learn more on her website.You can learn more about Ivory and her services at IvoryAngelic.com.Email: ivoryangelic@outlook.comYouTube Channel: Ivory LaNoue
Confessions of a Freebird - Midlife, Divorce, Dating, Empty Nest, Well-Being, Mindset, Happiness
Heart disease in women is their number one killer — and most of us still don't know the signs.We've spent years worrying about the right things: the screenings, the genetics, the family history we carry quietly into every doctor's appointment. But women's heart health looks different than we've been taught. The symptoms are more subtle. The risk factors include ones nobody warned us about — like menopause, estrogen loss, and the emotional suppression when we carry our loved one's pain..My guest today, Victoria Gustafson — certified heart-centered life coach and speaker — knows this firsthand. In 2024, Victoria suffered a sudden cardiac arrest on a pickleball court. A bystander performed CPR and kept her alive until paramedics arrived. She is among the 1% of cardiac arrest survivors who walk away without brain damage. And she is here, sharing the wisdom that could genuinely change — or save — your life.This is not a scary episode. It's an empowering one.Why a healthy, active woman's heart stopped without warning — and how the split-second decisions by bystanders brought Victoria backThe difference between cardiac arrest vs. heart attack — and why understanding it is essential to how you advocate for yourself as a womanWhy heart disease in women so often goes undetected, and how women's symptoms can be more subtle and often get dismissed by the medical systemThe connection between menopause and heart health, and the critical role estrogen plays in protecting your cardiovascular systemWhy it's important to get a baseline heart testing work up — and the benefits of asking for a Holter monitor, an advanced lipid panel, or a coronary artery calcium scanHow body awareness and somatic healing connect to heart health — and what the body's whispers and nudges might be telling youThe link between people-pleasing, emotional suppression, and the physical body — and why the caretaking and peacekeeping so many of us do lives somewhere we can't seeWhat nervous system regulation has to do with how we protect ourselves — physically, emotionally, and spirituallyThe biggest takeaway from our conversation. Warning: it might make you feel lighter when you learn what it is.Your heart has been carrying so much. It's time to listen to the flutter, the fatigue, or the sense that something might be off.With love and freedom, LaurieLinks to heart related episodes mentioned:How Safe Hormone Therapy and Vaginal Health can Close the Bedroom Gap with Dr. Maria SophoclesIs Hormone Therapy Safe? The Science Behind HRT and Breast Cancer Risk with Dr. Maria Sophocles.Click here to learn about my NEW “Nervous System Regulation Starter Kit” Click here to purchase my book: Sandwiched: A Memoir of Holding On and Letting GoFree ResourcesClick here to schedule a FREE inquiry call with me.Click here for my FREE “Beginner's Guide to Somatic Healing”Click here for my FREE Core Values ExerciseWebsiteConnect with Victoria Gustafson:Victoria's website: heartcenteredlifecoach.com Victoria on Instagram/Facebook: @alittlelucyloveVictoria on LinkedIn: Victoria GustafsonVictoria's email: victorialg@icloud.com Episodes mentioned:Dr. Maria Sophocles Episode 1 — Is Hormone Replacement Therapy Safe? The Science: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/is-hormone-replacement-therapy-safe-the-science/id1694026063?i=1000709404025Dr. Maria Sophocles Episode 2 — How Safe Hormone Therapy and Vaginal Health Can Close the Bedroom Gap: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-safe-hormone-therapy-and-vaginal-health-can-close/id1694026063?i=1000749413636Please leave me feedback. I cannot respond so if you'd like me to respond, please leave your email***********************DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL, MEDICAL OR PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LICENSED THERAPIST IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING SUICIDAL THOUGHTS. YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LICENSED MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL WITH RESPECT TO ANY MEDICAL ISSUE OR PROBLEM.
Click here to send Lisa a message. Home Office Feng Shui 101: Productivity + Peace After 15 years of working from home, I break down what makes a home office actually work. This episode covers the practical (ergonomics, lighting, furniture placement) and the energetic (command position, visual clarity, five elements) so you can create a space that supports both your body and your focus. Plus an action plan you can implement this week.What You'll Learn:Why your current setup might be sabotaging your productivityThe importance of ergonomics: chair height, desk height, monitor positionWhy lighting is overlooked (and how to fix it)How the command position affects your nervous systemThe distraction factor and visual clutterWhy desk materials matter (and what colors to use)How to integrate plants and feng shui elementsThe power of clearing your desk at day's endKey Takeaway: Your home office is either supporting you or working against you. Small, intentional adjustments to both the physical setup and the energy of the space create massive shifts in focus, productivity, and peace.Resources Mentioned:Free 15-minute discovery calls (for deeper office consultation)Interior Design Basics Summer School Edition ($69) - June 2nd & 9thUpcoming career gua deep-dive episodeTimestamps:0:00 - Welcome to home office feng shui0:08 - Why this matters for working from home2:31 - Lighting (an overlooked foundational piece)5:01 - Chair and desk height (ergonomics basics)6:27 - The distraction factor (what's in your line of sight?)8:40 - Command position and how it supports you10:39 - Visual clutter and energetic chaos12:17 - Desk audit: does it support your professional energy?13:27 - Interior Design Basics Summer School announcement15:02 - Desk materials and the five elements17:27 - Plants and caring for your workspace19:50 - Your weekly action planSupport the showThanks so much for listening to Feng Shui Living!Make sure you subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow the podcast here:www.purelivingwithlisamorton.com
Living in Vienna, Austria with Nikolett Kustos: An Expat's PerspectiveDiscover the nuances of life in Vienna through Nikolett Kustos's experiences as a Hungarian-born photographer and resident. From cultural differences to practical cost-of-living insights, this episode offers a comprehensive view of what makes Vienna a unique and appealing place to live.In this episode:Nikolett's journey from Hungary to Vienna and her reasons for stayingThe cultural similarities and differences between Austria and HungaryVienna's social attitude and community dynamicsClimate, geography, and proximity to neighboring countriesCost of living: housing, utilities, transportation, and groceriesWalkability and public transportation systemThe vibrant LGBTQ community and safety in ViennaResidency, visa options, and bureaucratic processesLanguage considerations and expat integrationHealthcare system quality and accessCrime levels and safety perceptionsAustrian cuisine and culinary sceneCoffee culture and social habitsTrade-offs of living in Vienna compared to the USWhy Vienna is an ideal place for retirementAustria's tax environment: no wealth tax, no inheritance or estate taxesTimestamps:00:00 - Introduction to Nikolett and her background02:00 - Reasons for moving to Vienna and cultural similarities with Hungary05:15 - Vienna's social attitude and community feel07:30 - Climate, geography, and travel opportunities around Austria10:00 - Cost of housing: old vs. new buildings13:00 - Cost of utilities and telecommunications15:00 - Transportation costs, public transit, and walkability19:00 - Safety and crime rates in Vienna21:45 - Food culture: traditional and international cuisine25:30 - Coffeehouse scene and social habits29:00 - Expat community and language in Vienna33:50 - LGBTQ visibility, pride, and community safety36:45 - Residency options, visa processes, and bureaucracy43:00 - Healthcare system and quality of medical services50:00 - Taxes, income tax, and international tax liabilities55:30 - Austria's healthcare coverage and private insurance60:00 - Crime, safety, and gun laws65:00 - Suitability for different demographics and lifestyle preferences75:00 - Trade-offs: what might not appeal to everyone78:30 - Why Vienna is a great retirement destinationResources & Links:Vienna Tourism BoardAustrian Tourist OfficeÖGK (Austrian Social Insurance)Vienna Public Transport (Wiener Linien)Book: “Living and Investing in Vienna” — Amazon searchAustrian Embassy to the USForeigners and Expats in Vienna and Austria (Facebook Group)Connect with Nikolett:LinkedIn — Nikolett KustosAustria's Tax EnvironmentAustria has no wealth tax and no inheritance, estate, or gift taxes. The inheritance and gift tax was abolished back in 2008. A few nuances worth knowing:Real estate transfers — While there's no inheritance tax per se, real estate received through inheritance or gift is subject to a transfer tax, and a land registration fee of 1.1% of market value is also owed by the heir.Gift reporting obligations — Even though gifts aren't taxed, gifts of cash, shares, and similar assets must be declared to the tax authorities if they exceed €50,000 in the case of relatives, or €15,000 in the case of third parties. Failure to report can result in fines.Could this change? — There's been some political discussion about reintroducing these taxes, though it is considered rather unlikely under the current government.Austria's Healthcare System: What American Retirees Need to KnowResidents are defined as individuals who have legally resided in Austria for 6 months or more and are entitled to healthcare under the state social insurance system. However, access to the public ÖGK system depends heavily on employment status:If you're employed, you're automatically enrolled through your employer the moment you start working.If you're retired and not working, individuals living permanently in Austria who are not covered by the state health system may get coverage by paying monthly fees, similar to coverage from a private insurance company, with a six-month waiting period.If you're self-employed or a freelancer, you can register with a separate body called the SVS, though these individuals need to pay 20% of the cost of treatment, and healthcare will not be completely free.The visa requirement wrinklePersons from third countries (non-EU) will only get a residence permit for staying more than six months if they can first provide proof of having health insurance covering “all risks.” So you essentially need private insurance before you can even get the visa — and then you can transition to the public system once you're established as a resident.Monthly costsContributions to the public ÖGK amount to approximately 7.65% of gross income, split between the employee and the employer.For those self-insuring voluntarily (not employed), student self-insurance at the ÖGK costs around €63 per month.Private plans for expats run roughly €30–€100 per month, depending on age and coverage.Bottom line for listeners:An American retiree moving to Austria would likely need to start with private health insurance to obtain their visa, then, after establishing legal residency, could potentially transition to the public system — but it's worth consulting an immigration specialist given the complexity.Note:Each section offers practical insights for prospective expats and retirees considering Vienna as their new homePlease always consult a professional tax and immigration attorney before making a move.A note on long-term residency for non-EU citizens: Retiring to Austria as a US citizen is possible but genuinely difficult. The primary pathway is the Settlement Permit (Gainful Employment Excepted), which requires sufficient passive income, comprehensive health insurance, proof of accommodation, and basic German language skills. The catch is that only approximately 300 of these permits are issued nationwide each year, quota places are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis at the start of each calendar year, and immigration attorneys note that securing a spot is rarely possible without legal support. If you are serious about Austria, start the process early in the year and budget for professional immigration help.
Living in Vienna, Austria with Nikolett Kustos: An Expat's PerspectiveDiscover the nuances of life in Vienna through Nikolett Kustos's experiences as a Hungarian-born photographer and resident. From cultural differences to practical cost-of-living insights, this episode offers a comprehensive view of what makes Vienna a unique and appealing place to live.In this episode:Nikolett's journey from Hungary to Vienna and her reasons for stayingThe cultural similarities and differences between Austria and HungaryVienna's social attitude and community dynamicsClimate, geography, and proximity to neighboring countriesCost of living: housing, utilities, transportation, and groceriesWalkability and public transportation systemThe vibrant LGBTQ community and safety in ViennaResidency, visa options, and bureaucratic processesLanguage considerations and expat integrationHealthcare system quality and accessCrime levels and safety perceptionsAustrian cuisine and culinary sceneCoffee culture and social habitsTrade-offs of living in Vienna compared to the USWhy Vienna is an ideal place for retirementAustria's tax environment: no wealth tax, no inheritance or estate taxesTimestamps:00:00 - Introduction to Nikolett and her background02:00 - Reasons for moving to Vienna and cultural similarities with Hungary05:15 - Vienna's social attitude and community feel07:30 - Climate, geography, and travel opportunities around Austria10:00 - Cost of housing: old vs. new buildings13:00 - Cost of utilities and telecommunications15:00 - Transportation costs, public transit, and walkability19:00 - Safety and crime rates in Vienna21:45 - Food culture: traditional and international cuisine25:30 - Coffeehouse scene and social habits29:00 - Expat community and language in Vienna33:50 - LGBTQ visibility, pride, and community safety36:45 - Residency options, visa processes, and bureaucracy43:00 - Healthcare system and quality of medical services50:00 - Taxes, income tax, and international tax liabilities55:30 - Austria's healthcare coverage and private insurance60:00 - Crime, safety, and gun laws65:00 - Suitability for different demographics and lifestyle preferences75:00 - Trade-offs: what might not appeal to everyone78:30 - Why Vienna is a great retirement destinationResources & Links:Vienna Tourism BoardAustrian Tourist OfficeÖGK (Austrian Social Insurance)Vienna Public Transport (Wiener Linien)Book: “Living and Investing in Vienna” — Amazon searchAustrian Embassy to the USForeigners and Expats in Vienna and Austria (Facebook Group)Connect with Nikolett:LinkedIn — Nikolett KustosAustria's Tax EnvironmentAustria has no wealth tax and no inheritance, estate, or gift taxes. The inheritance and gift tax was abolished back in 2008. A few nuances worth knowing:Real estate transfers — While there's no inheritance tax per se, real estate received through inheritance or gift is subject to a transfer tax, and a land registration fee of 1.1% of market value is also owed by the heir.Gift reporting obligations — Even though gifts aren't taxed, gifts of cash, shares, and similar assets must be declared to the tax authorities if they exceed €50,000 in the case of relatives, or €15,000 in the case of third parties. Failure to report can result in fines.Could this change? — There's been some political discussion about reintroducing these taxes, though it is considered rather unlikely under the current government.Austria's Healthcare System: What American Retirees Need to KnowResidents are defined as individuals who have legally resided in Austria for 6 months or more and are entitled to healthcare under the state social insurance system. However, access to the public ÖGK system depends heavily on employment status:If you're employed, you're automatically enrolled through your employer the moment you start working.If you're retired and not working, individuals living permanently in Austria who are not covered by the state health system may get coverage by paying monthly fees, similar to coverage from a private insurance company, with a six-month waiting period.If you're self-employed or a freelancer, you can register with a separate body called the SVS, though these individuals need to pay 20% of the cost of treatment, and healthcare will not be completely free.The visa requirement wrinklePersons from third countries (non-EU) will only get a residence permit for staying more than six months if they can first provide proof of having health insurance covering “all risks.” So you essentially need private insurance before you can even get the visa — and then you can transition to the public system once you're established as a resident.Monthly costsContributions to the public ÖGK amount to approximately 7.65% of gross income, split between the employee and the employer.For those self-insuring voluntarily (not employed), student self-insurance at the ÖGK costs around €63 per month.Private plans for expats run roughly €30–€100 per month, depending on age and coverage.Bottom line for listeners:An American retiree moving to Austria would likely need to start with private health insurance to obtain their visa, then, after establishing legal residency, could potentially transition to the public system — but it's worth consulting an immigration specialist given the complexity.Note:Each section offers practical insights for prospective expats and retirees considering Vienna as their new homePlease always consult a professional tax and immigration attorney before making a move.A note on long-term residency for non-EU citizens: Retiring to Austria as a US citizen is possible but genuinely difficult. The primary pathway is the Settlement Permit (Gainful Employment Excepted), which requires sufficient passive income, comprehensive health insurance, proof of accommodation, and basic German language skills. The catch is that only approximately 300 of these permits are issued nationwide each year, quota places are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis at the start of each calendar year, and immigration attorneys note that securing a spot is rarely possible without legal support. If you are serious about Austria, start the process early in the year and budget for professional immigration help.
Can Claude really run major parts of your business… if it can't even be triggered from the outside world?Turns out: yes—but only if you know the workarounds. In this episode, we tackle one of Claude's biggest limitations and break down practical ways to connect it with the rest of your business ecosystem. If you're building AI-powered workflows and feel like you've hit a wall, this episode may save you weeks of experimentation.The takeaway: don't wait for perfect tools. The smartest operators build systems around constraints. You'll learn three practical approaches to make Claude work with external platforms—and how to choose the right one for your use case.In this session, you'll discover:Why Claude's inability to accept external triggers creates operational bottlenecksHow a LinkedIn content machine generated a 250% increase in engagementHow ClickUp, N8N, Claude, and Gemini can work together in one systemThe pros and cons of using API-driven workflows instead of Claude CoworkHow Scheduled Tasks can act as a substitute for real triggersWhy Claude Code Routines may be the closest thing to a complete solution todayHow GitHub repositories unlock cloud-based AI workflows and reusable skillsWhich option makes sense depending on your business needs and technical complexityAbout Leveraging AIThe Ultimate AI Course for Business People: https://multiplai.ai/ai-course/YouTube Full Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@Multiplai_AI/Connect with Isar Meitis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isarmeitis/ Join our Live Sessions, AI Hangouts and newsletter: https://services.multiplai.ai/eventsIf you've enjoyed or benefited from some of the insights of this episode, leave us a five-star review on your favorite podcast platform, and let us know what you learned, found helpful, or liked most about this show!
What if your home is shaping your emotions, habits, relationships, and wellbeing far more than you realize?In today's fascinating conversation, I sit down with architect and bestselling author Taylor Stewart to explore the deeper connection between our environment and the way we experience life.Talor shares his approach to Conscious Home Design — a human-centered way of designing spaces that support creativity, connection, peace, nourishment, and personal growth.This episode goes far beyond aesthetics.We explore:The mind-body-environment connectionWhy beautiful spaces don't automatically create fulfillmentHow our homes influence our habits and nervous systemThe importance of light, nature, and intentional spacesGiving, receiving & reciprocal relationships within the homeWhy creative expression is essential for wellbeingHow to create supportive environments — even in small apartments or rentalsOne of my favorite parts of this conversation was discovering how deeply Human Design and Conscious Home Design actually overlap:Not putting people into boxes…But understanding who they truly are first.Because a home should not just look good.It should support the life you're here to live.✨ Connect with Talor Stewart
Have you ever known a relationship, friendship, or pattern was over, and still couldn't stop going back? In this episode, Monica Bravo goes deeper than grief and into the spiritual layer underneath the loop: soul contracts.If you haven't listened to last week's episode on grief and the nervous system, go there first, as this is the next layer.Monica breaks down:What soul contracts actually are and why they complete (not fail)Why some contracts break instead of completing cleanly, and what that does to your nervous systemThe truth about twin flame dynamics and why they can trap you in harmful loopsThe energetic, spiritual, and subconscious layers Monica clears in her sessionsWhy willpower will never be enough, and what actually stops the loopThis episode is for the woman who knows better and keeps going back anyway. You are not broken. You are in an incomplete contract — and there is a way through.Stop Sabotage Mini Course — Release the subconscious loops keeping you stuck in self-sabotage. Use code [SUMMER25] at checkout.Aligned Abundance Course — Tap into your financial flow and energetic alignment. Use code [SUMMER25] at checkout.Both available at themonicabravo.comBook a 1:1 Session with Monica: Ready to clear the cords, oaths, and vows keeping you in the loop? Book a private 90-minute session at themonicabravo.com
SIGN UP FOR THE MASTERCLASSSay hi on TikTokSay Hi on InstagramHenry@vibeabundant.com---Most people don't realize they're trapped in survival mode… calling it “being realistic.”In this powerful episode, Henry Lawrence reveals why gratitude isn't just a positive habit — it's the frequency that changes your entire reality.You'll learn:Why “realistic thinking” keeps people stuckHow gratitude rewires your energy and nervous systemThe hidden difference between lack and abundanceWhy your mindset shapes the life you experienceHow to step into peace, power, and emotional freedomThis episode includes a guided breathing and visualization practice designed to help you release fear, shift your energy, and reconnect to the highest version of yourself.If you've been feeling stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or spiritually exhausted… this message will hit deep.Your life changes the moment you stop asking:“What can I get?”…and start living from:“Thank you.”This is more than motivation.This is an identity transformation.
Rejection hurts. But repeated rejection? That rewires you.Research shows that relational rejection activates the same neural pathways as physical pain. And when it keeps happening — through heartbreak, abandonment, friendships that disappear — your brain stops looking for an external explanation and starts creating an internal one."It must be me."In this episode of Just Nona, I'm answering a heart question from a listener named Schenita, who has experienced repeated rejection and is asking the question so many of us are too afraid to say out loud: Why does this keep happening to me? What is wrong with me?This isn't a motivational pep talk. This is a real conversation about:Why repeated rejection is genuinely traumatic — and what it does to your nervous systemThe identity distortion cycle that takes you from "I wasn't chosen" to "I am not enough"Why your rejection does not cancel your chosennessThe question you need to stop asking — and the one you need to startWhat healing actually looks like when rejection has shaped your heart for yearsAnd a direct word for any woman who has wondered if the pain would ever stopWe also get into the Word — Psalm 34:18, Isaiah 54:5, and Ephesians 1:4 — because your theological framework matters when your emotional one has been shattered.If you have been carrying rejection like a verdict, this episode is for you.You are not defective. You are not disposable. And you cannot heal what you refuse to feel.Order my books at https://www.nonajones.com/booksConnect with me: https://www.nonajones.comInstagram: / nonanotnoraFacebook: / nonanotnoraIf you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of self-harm, please reach out. Call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) — you are not alone, and strength is not suffering in silence.Listen to Just Nona PodcastNew episodes drop every Monday!https://nonajones.com/applehttps://nonajones.com/spotifyhttps://nonajones.com/amazon
If you walked into different departments across your business and asked each team what your brand stands for… would you get the same answer?In this episode of The Unified Brand Podcast, we explore one of the biggest hidden challenges facing growing businesses: brand fragmentation.Brand inconsistency rarely appears overnight. It creeps in through disconnected messaging, regional adaptations, rushed campaigns, inconsistent tone of voice, and teams interpreting the brand differently.The result?• Confused customers • Slower marketing execution • Increased advertising spend • Internal misalignment • A weakened brand identityThis episode breaks down why traditional fixes like updated brand guidelines, one-off training sessions, or even rebrands often fail to solve the root problem.Instead, we explore the importance of building a complete brand operating system through the Unified Brand Framework — connecting strategy, identity, marketing, and governance into one unified structure.You'll learn:What brand fragmentation actually looks like inside organizationsWhy inconsistent branding damages trust and recognitionThe hidden operational costs of brand misalignmentWhy most businesses don't have a true brand systemThe four layers of the Unified Brand FrameworkHow to create alignment across teams, markets, and leadershipWhy governance is essential for long-term brand consistencyWhether you're a founder, marketing director, or business leader managing a growing brand across multiple teams or regions, this episode will help you identify the hidden friction points holding your brand back.Take the Brand Power Assessment: BrandPowerScorecard.co.ukBook a Free Brand Discovery Call:Subscribe for more episodes focused on building stronger, smarter, and more unified brands.Watch podcast clips & deep dives on YouTube: Elements Brand Management
We give teachers a week. They deserve a career worth staying in.During the pandemic, we cheered for nurses — and fought for their pay, their protection, and their staffing. That's what it looks like when a society actually values a profession. Teachers are still waiting for that second part.In this episode of The Education Evolution, host Jihad (Mr. Jihad) breaks down what teachers actually need — beyond the gift cards, the bulletin boards, and the appreciation week that ends on Friday.What we get into:Why Teacher Appreciation Week exists — and what it tells us about the systemThe 4 things teachers actually need: time, resources, trust, and well-beingHow AI is already saving teachers thousands of hours — and why schools aren't deploying it systematicallyThe invisible burnout crisis nobody talks aboutWhy the way we treat teachers is a lesson students carry into the real worldThis isn't an attack on appreciation. It's a call to go further.
On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers welcome back Brianne Dressen — a former clinical trial participant who says she was injured during the COVID vaccine trials… and then erased from the data. What followed wasn't just a personal health battle — it became a years-long fight for recognition, accountability, and truth.Brianne breaks down how medical coding systems can determine whether an injury “exists” at all — and why the absence of a specific diagnosis code for vaccine injury has left thousands without proper care, coverage, or acknowledgment. She explains:Why some countries track vaccine injuries — and the U.S. doesn'tHow patients can be labeled, ignored, or misclassified in the systemThe current push to establish an official diagnosis code — and why it mattersWhat's happening behind the scenes with compensation programs and liability protectionsThe real-world impact on families still searching for answersBrianne also shares the work being done through React19, including medical grants, research efforts, and emerging treatment progress for those still suffering years later.This is a conversation about data, systems, and the people caught in between — and what it takes to keep pushing when the answers don't come easily.
Send us Fan MailYou've been trying to move forward. Applying, planning, building, showing up. And still something feels like it's dragging. One foot in the new world, one foot in the old. Your mind wants to go, but your body won't follow.This episode names what that heaviness actually is. It is not stuckness. It is grief. For a version of yourself you invested everything into, a version the world never gave you permission to mourn.Dr. Amen Kaur explains why we carry unprocessed experiences like suitcases full of apples we never learned to eat, why the costume you put on as a child to earn love became so convincing that even you forgot it was a costume, and why your nervous system is still running an alarm that was installed when you were seven in a house you no longer live in.Drawing on William Worden's four tasks of mourning, Carl Rogers' theory of incongruence, Dr. Nadine Burke Harris's research on adverse childhood experiences and toxic stress, and Albert Bandura's self-efficacy research, this episode shows why grief and forward movement are not opposites, why judgment is the lock that closes the doors to your real self, and why love, compassion, and understanding are the key that opens them again.Includes a client story of a woman who stopped performing, reconnected to what she actually loved, and landed a six-figure role doing it.Free masterclass: amenkaur.com/masterclassIn this episode:Why moving forward feels so heavy when you haven't grieved the old identityThe apple metaphor: how unprocessed experiences become suitcases we carry for yearsWilliam Worden's four tasks of mourning and why grief is an active process, not a passive oneCarl Rogers and incongruence: the gap between who you truly are and who you learned to beDr. Nadine Burke Harris: how childhood stress physically changes the brain and nervous systemThe alarm system metaphor: why your body keeps reacting to a house you no longer live inWhy judgment closes doors and love opens themAlbert Bandura's self-efficacy research: why self-trust is trained, not innateDr. Amen Kaur's own story of grieving the pivot from her previous podcastA client story: from work she didn't love to a six-figure role in what she didOne practice for this week: when the heaviness arrives, ask what you need to grieveReferFree Masterclass: The Human Intelligence FrameworkA walkthrough of the five stage method Dr Amen Kaur uses with high achieving women who have lost themselves inside a career, role or identity that no longer fits.Watch it free at amenkaur.com/masterclassAbout Dr Amen KaurStarting Over, Being You with Dr. Amen Kaur is the podcast for high-achieving women who have been quietly losing themselves inside the life they built. Dr. Amen Kaur, PhD, is a former scientist and former Partner at a FTSE 250 company with 20+ years of corporate experience. She teaches the Human Intelligence Framework, the Five Intelligences that orbit Your Self, and how to bring the integrator back online when it has stepped away from the seat.Learn more at amenkaur.com/aboutStay CloseInstagram: @dramenkaurTikTok: @dramenkaurYouTube: @dramenkaurDisclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical, psychological, or financial advice. Please consult a qualified professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Send us Fan MailIf you've ever thought…“I'm doing everything right… so why isn't this working?”This episode is going to connect some major dots.Because what if it's not that your body is broken……it's that your body needs something different?In today's conversation, Cody sits down with Becca Roses, founder of Mind Body Genes, to break down epigenetics in a way that actually makes sense—and actually applies to your life.You'll learn how your genes act as a blueprint… but your lifestyle, stress, and environment determine how that blueprint is expressed.And why two women can follow the exact same plan—and get completely different results.In This Episode:What epigenetics actually means (in real life, not textbook language)Why “doing everything right” can still leave you feeling stuckHow your genes influence your stress response and nervous systemThe connection between epigenetics and hormone balanceWhy some women struggle more with PMS, heavy periods, or perimenopauseHow to start supporting your body without overwhelmKey Takeaways:Your body is not random—it's respondingYour genes are not your destiny, they're your blueprintStress sensitivity is not a weakness—it's informationHormone symptoms often point to deeper patternsPersonalization is the missing piece for so many womenLINKSConnect with Becca:Instagram: @mindbodygenesWebsite: https://www.mindbodygenes.comWork with Cody:CALM ResetHTMA TestingInstagram @codyjeansandersMixhers:https://www.mixhers.comUse code CODY for a discountDid you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes.Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know!Follow Cody Instagram:@codyjeansanders
In this episode of Hands in the Soil, we sit down with Hamid Pezeshkian, founder of FlameTree Farms, to explore what it looks like to find your way back to the land - sometimes unexpectedly. Hamid didn't grow up in agriculture, but his earliest and most vivid childhood memories were rooted in time spent in nature, surrounded by fruit trees and family. Years later, after a career in the corporate world, he found himself called to a small orchard in San Diego, a place that would ultimately reshape his relationship with work, creativity, and life itself.In this conversation, Hamid shares the reality of caring for an orchard, the constant learning curve of farming, and the deeper philosophy that guides his approach: using everything the land offers. From turning fallen fruit into new products to repurposing pruned wood into art, his work reflects a commitment to regeneration, resourcefulness, and curiosity. We also explore the emotional and creative shifts that can happen when we slow down, step away from the screen, and reconnect with nature, and how that connection can ripple into entirely new projects, communities, and ways of living.Tune in to learn more about:Hamid's journey from city life and corporate work into farmingHow FlameTree Farms began and what it looks like todayThe reality of orchard care, and why it's far more work than most people realizeWhat it means to farm regeneratively in a small-scale orchardCreative ways to reduce waste and use every part of the landEdible “weeds” and overlooked plants and their nutritional valueHow pruning, composting, and mulching can become part of a closed-loop systemThe role of curiosity and creativity in sustainable farmingWhy challenges and mistakes are essential to growth in farming (and life)How reconnecting with nature can unlock deeper purpose and creativityConnect + Learn MoreHamid's Instagram: @flametreefarmConnect with Hannah: @hannahkeitel Foundations in Land StewardshipHamid is one of the farm teachers in the Foundations in Land Stewardship program here in San Diego.This in-person farm school is designed for aspiring farmers, land stewards, and anyone looking to deepen their relationship with land and food systems. Throughout the program, participants will learn directly from experienced growers like Hamid and explore different approaches to regenerative agriculture in real-world settings.You can find more details here: https://www.handsinthesoil.farm/farmschool
What if your bank balance has been your boss this whole time?This episode opens the Quantum Money series — a deep dive into the energetics of money that goes far beyond typical manifestation teaching. And it starts with something that affects everyone, regardless of what their number actually is.Because this isn't a conversation about not having enough. One of Jess's clients has significant wealth — and reorganises her entire life around what the stock market is doing that day. The number is different. The dynamic is identical.In this first instalment, Jess introduces one of the most quietly powerful concepts in the series: the way any number — in a bank account, an investment portfolio, a business revenue figure — becomes a permission system. It narrows vision, dictates micro-decisions, and keeps people living a version of their life determined by a figure that has nothing to do with who they actually are or what they're capable of creating.In this episode:Why your financial number — whatever it is — functions as a permission systemThe aperture concept — how the number opens and closes your world without you noticingWhat groundhog day actually has to do with financial identity at every level of wealthWhy expansion has to come before the number changes, not afterThe difference between financial awareness and letting a number run your lifeThis is episode one of an ongoing series. Each episode introduces a single concept — nothing to do, just something to become aware of. The awareness itself is the shift.Go deeper: The full Quantum Money series exists in written form on Substack — with diagrams, extended frameworks and complete written instalments at spiritualised.substack.com--------------------------------------------Connect with Jesswww.goinward.co.ukwww.instagram.com/goinwardjess@goinward.co.uk
Stepping into a company your parents built sounds like a natural transition. It's not.In this episode, Tracy and Shannon sit down with Anne Huntington Sharma, CEO and President of Huntington Learning Center, to talk about what it actually looks like to lead a nearly 50-year-old franchise brand into its next chapter. From growing up in the business to building experience outside of it, Anne shares what it took to step into leadership, earn credibility, and navigate the reality of leading a system where trust isn't automatic. This conversation goes beyond leadership titles. Anne breaks down what it means to act as a steward of a legacy brand while still pushing it forward, from leading through COVID and driving a system-wide shift online to managing large-scale innovation across hundreds of franchise locations. She also shares how Huntington is investing in the future, including building custom curriculum powered by both AI and human expertise, and what it takes to roll out change in a way franchisees will actually adopt.They also get into the parts most people don't talk about, balancing family dynamics inside a business, making long-term decisions while franchisees are focused on today, and why consistency, communication, and local community presence still matter more than ever.If you've ever wondered what it really takes to lead, evolve, and protect a legacy brand at the same time, this episode will give you a much clearer picture.So if you're building, leading, or stepping into something bigger than you, this is the episode to listen to.Resources:Business conference: https://chiefexecutive.net/Connect with Anne:Website: https://huntingtonhelps.com/Franchise Info: https://huntingtonfranchise.com/Phone: 1-800-CAN-LEARNLinkedIn: @anne-huntington-sharmaEpisode Highlights:Growing up inside a franchise system and what that actually looks likeThe decision to work outside the family business firstThe moment that led Anne to join Huntington full-timeNavigating leadership as the founder's daughterLeading through COVID and system-wide changeHow to introduce innovation in a legacy franchise systemThe role of trust, consistency, and communication in leadershipWhy local marketing still drives franchise successBuilding credibility with franchisees over timeWhat franchisees need from leadership todayConnect with TracyPersonal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-panase/JBF LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/jbfsaleJBF Franchise System - https://jbfsalefranchise.com/Email: podcast@jbfsale.comConnect with ShannonPersonal LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonwilburn/ JBF LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/jbfsaleWebsite - https://shineexecutivecoaching.com/Email - shannon@shineexecutivecoaching.com
336 - Last week, we shared Shelbi Lee's step-by-step model call strategy that generated $6,300 in one month. This week we're going deeper — into the thoughts she was thinking that made the whole thing work. Because the right system without the right mindset will get you nowhere.What to Listen For The single most important thought Shelbi had before she startedWhy confidence in your process creates clarity in your decisionsHow one question she asked herself unlocked the whole systemThe thought beneath "I have questions that do the heavy lifting for me"Why being blunt about pricing is actually a belief statementWhat she was really saying when she called her form invaluableThe mindset behind deleting unqualified leads without looking backWhy "people who want me are excited and going to spend" is the most powerful thought in this episodeHow certainty in your language signals certainty to your clientsWhy strategy plus belief is the combination that actually produces resultsThe strategy was last week. The belief is this week. You need both. Tune in and start paying attention to the thoughts running underneath your own process.Join us inside of Elevate: https://flourishacademy.mykajabi.com/elevateExplore Shelbi's Website: https://shelbinicoleimagery.com/JOIN THE PARTY:Connect with us on InstagramExplore valuable pet photography resources hereDiscover effective pricing and sales strategies for all portrait photographers.Ready to grow your business? Elevate helps you do just that.Check out our recommended gear and favorite books.
Motherhood doesn't happen in a vacuum, and for many moms, that means navigating broken systems while also managing your own internal battles. In this episode, Emily sits down with Ciara Lyons, a nurse, mom, and founder of Her Black Wellness, to talk about the realities of maternal health, identity, and what it actually takes to keep showing up as a mother in today's world.The episode dives into:The maternal health crisis in the United States, and how Black mothers are the most impactedHow systemic issues impact all mothersWhy “doing your best” might look different every single dayWhat it looks like to advocate for yourself inside the healthcare systemThe role of community, boundaries, and capacity in modern motherhoodThis conversation will validate your experiences navigating the challenges of modern motherhood, while also equipping you to fight for a better future.
In this episode of Living Undeterred, Jeff Johnston sits down with Alexandra Miles, founder and CEO of Project Blackbird, for a powerful conversation about turning personal struggle into purpose. Alexandra shares how her own experience with mental health challenges led her to create a movement focused on helping individuals feel seen, heard, and supported—especially in spaces where it once felt unsafe to speak up.Through storytelling, connection, and actionable support, Project Blackbird is reshaping how we approach mental health—moving beyond awareness and into real impact.Alexandra's journey from silent struggle to founding a national mental health nonprofitHow storytelling—through film and lived experiences—breaks stigma and builds empathyWhy feeling “seen” is the first step toward healingThe gap between awareness and action in today's mental health systemThe power of small, daily habits in building resilience and disciplineRethinking therapy, prevention, and what it truly means to support othersWhy there is no “one-size-fits-all” solution to recovery—and what to do insteadThis episode challenges the way we think about mental health, reminding us that no one is broken—and that real change starts with connection, curiosity, and courage.If this conversation resonates with you, share it with someone who needs to hear it—and don't forget to subscribe for more stories of resilience, growth, and living undeterred.
They lied about everything… and this episode will change how you see health forever.After losing his father to prescription medications, Lance Schuttler went deep down the rabbit hole—and what he uncovered about Big Pharma, the medical system, and “modern healthcare” is shocking.In this powerful episode of Patriots With Grit, we break down:The hidden truth behind pharmaceuticals and lifelong dependencyWhy more people are questioning vaccines and the medical systemThe real story behind nicotine, supplements, and natural healingWhat they DON'T want you to know about your healthThe rise of alternative wellness, frequency healing, and “quantum” claimsIf you've ever felt like something wasn't right with the healthcare system… you're not alone.
Most pest control owners are chasing growth in the wrong place.In this episode, Allan Draper sits down with Reagan Nickl (VP of Customer Success at Ask Nicely) to break down one of the most overlooked, but highest-impact, growth levers in your business: customer experience and retention.If you're focused on leads, sales, and marketing… but not obsessing over your current customers, you could be leaving massive revenue on the table.Reagan walks through a practical, step-by-step framework for turning customer feedback into:Higher retentionMore referralsBetter reviewsMore consistent, predictable revenueThey also dive into how to actually implement this (even if you're busy), including:The 5-step feedback-to-growth systemThe biggest customer experience killers in pest controlWhy most companies lose customers (and don't even realize it)How to use AI to automate follow-ups and recover unhappy customersSimple ways to turn your customers into raving fansIf you feel like you're working hard to grow, but not seeing the compounding results you want, this episode will show you exactly where to look.–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
If you've ever felt stuck in a decision, your feelings might be the compass you've been overlooking.In this episode, Steph explores how emotions serve as a powerful internal guidance system and why so many people struggle to identify how they actually want to feel. Through a coaching lens rooted in emotional intelligence and self-awareness, she shares practical ways to tune into your feelings and use them to drive better decision-making. Whether you're navigating a big life choice or simply want to feel more aligned day to day, this conversation will help you build the confidence to trust yourself.In this episode you'll discover:Feelings as an internal guidance systemThe importance of emotional awareness in decision-makingPractical ways to identify how you want to feelThe role of emotions in long-term motivation and resilienceBuilding tolerance for discomfort through emotional clarityYour takeaways:Your feelings serve as a powerful internal guidance system.Knowing how you want to feel can inform better choices.Building emotional awareness increases decision-making confidence.Chapters00:00 Unlocking Your Internal Guidance System06:47 The Power of Feelings in Decision Making10:31 Exploring Desired Emotions for a Fulfilling Life
On this week's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with author, researcher, and health advocate Ty Bollinger for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about cancer, treatment, and the system surrounding it.After losing multiple close family members to cancer—many of whom he believes were harmed more by treatment than the disease itself—Bollinger set out on a decades-long mission to uncover what he calls the “truth” about cancer and why so many patients feel they have limited options.In this episode, Bollinger challenges conventional approaches to cancer care, questioning:Whether chemotherapy and traditional treatments are always the best pathWhy nutrition, toxins, and environmental factors are often overlookedThe role of pharmaceutical influence in shaping medical education and treatment protocolsClaims that alternative therapies exist but remain outside the mainstream systemThe conversation also dives into censorship, the “disinformation dozen,” and Bollinger's ongoing legal battles with major tech platforms—raising broader questions about who controls information in the digital age.At its core, this episode explores a difficult but important idea:Are we being given the full picture when it comes to cancer… or only part of the story? Support the show
In this episode of the Intuitive Homeopathy Podcast, we dive deep into the concept of being "in your body" and how to recognize when we or others are not fully present. Join us as we explore practical techniques to help ground ourselves and enhance our awareness of our physical sensations.Key Topics Discussed:Understanding the signs of being disconnected from our bodiesThe importance of asking the right questions to facilitate awarenessTechniques to help bring ourselves back into our bodies, including:Expanding our visionTongue movements to improve vagal toneHavening techniques for calming the nervous systemThe impact of modern culture on our body awarenessThe connection between mothers and children in terms of energy and regulation
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is often discussed in terms of mental health, but its effects extend far beyond the mind. In this episode, we explore the science behind how PTSD can impact the body, particularly in veterans who have experienced prolonged stress and high-intensity environments during military service.We discuss how chronic stress responses can influence multiple systems in the body, including the cardiovascular, immune, and nervous systems. Understanding these physiological changes can help explain why some veterans experience long-term physical health challenges alongside PTSD.By breaking down the science behind these connections, this episode aims to provide a clearer understanding of how psychological trauma can have lasting physical effects.In This Episode We DiscussHow PTSD affects the body's stress response systemThe role of the nervous system and chronic stressLinks between PTSD and cardiovascular healthImmune system and inflammatory changes associated with traumaWhy PTSD can contribute to long-term physical health issues in veterans
Send us Fan MailIf you've ever started antibiotics, herbals, or an elemental diet, and suddenly felt more bloated, more fatigued, and completely off, this episode will explain exactly why. We're breaking down one of the most misunderstood parts of SIBO recovery: die-off (Herxheimer reaction).You'll learn:What endotoxins are and why they trigger symptomsWhy SIBO die-off affects your whole body (not just your gut)The 2 main types of die-off symptoms (digestive vs systemic)The typical timeline (why symptoms often start around day 2–5)How yeast (SIFO/candida) changes the pattern completelyWhy constipation makes die-off significantly worseThe truth about “pushing through” (and why it backfires)How to properly ramp dosing to avoid overwhelming your systemThe role of binders, hydration, and bile flow in detox supportWhen symptoms are not die-off and you need to pivotFree resources:Tune in to know how to fully address methane SIBO here.Tune in to know how to fully address hydrogen sulfide SIBO here.DM “GUT CHECK” on Alyssa's Instagram for a personalized quiz and free meal plans & resources tailored to your symptoms.Check out Alyssa's FREE Masterclass “Why your gut still isn't better - the real reason you feel stuck here. Learn more about Nutrition Resolution's Signature Healthy Gut Restoration Program — a personalized, root-cause approach to addressing bloating, constipation, and underlying digestive imbalances.Find Alyssa on: Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Pinterest -If you're enduring uncomfortable, painful, and embarrassing GI symptoms and feel like you've tried everything, Alyssa uses a specialized approach to help people who've gone from doctor to doctor finally find relief. Book your 15-minute strategy call for FREE here.Looking for a supportive Gut Health community? Alyssa is building a community committed to helping people overcome their digestive symptoms by addressing the root cause using food and nutrition. Join Alyssa's FREE Facebook Community here.Tune in and subscribe to "The Gut Health Dialogues" for inspiring client transformation stories and expert insights into gut health. Leave a review—Your support will help Alyssa empower more people with the knowledge and tools to take control of their gut health and reclaim their lives.
Since my time in graduate school for somatic psychotherapy, I have shared with anyone who would listen about the connection between somatics and nutrition. It has felt absurd to me that food was never talked about in my somatic studies. In my PhD interview, I passionately shared that I believe there is a need to bring the field of nutrition into somatics. This has been a 20-year journey where I'm seeing that others have also been trying to combine these fields. One of those people I'm thrilled to bring back onto the podcast.In this week's episode, I chat with Luis Mojica, Somatic Educator, certified in Holistic Nutrition, and author of Food Therapy, about: How Luis also came to combine the fields of somatics, nutrition, and traumaFood as a witness to your darkest momentsWhat different foods will do in your nervous systemThe importance of titrating balancing foods into your mealsOwning the choice to lean on food Somatic practices to move through cravings Discovering what your most craved foods are trying to do for you You can also read the transcript to this week's episode here: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/how-to-use-food-cravings-as-feedback-of-your-nervous-system-statesWith Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxKeep in touch with Luis: Website: www.holisticlifenavigation.com Link to book page: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/the-book Podcast: www.holisticlifenavigation.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holistic.life.navigationSupport the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportAll affiliate links: https://www.stephaniemara.com/resourcesReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPlSpecial thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. www.bensou...
We tend to think of animals like snakes, rats and even cockroaches as pests, but in her new book, biologist Marlene Zuk says there's a lot we can learn from these less than desirable creatures, if we just give them a chance.PLUS:A case of mistaken identity: The truth about the world's 'oldest' octopus fossil From the archives: Carl Sagan on the worlds beyond our solar systemThe evolutionary cost of our relationship with fireWe're not speaking as much as we used to — and scientists are concerned
A listener asks: what do you do when life starts falling apart right after you set an intention? In this episode, Michelle answers with the reframe that changed everything for her — and the very practical things she does to stay in her power when chaos hits.In this episode:The falling apart season is not a sign something went wrong — it's a sign your old identity is being replacedWhy needing your life to look a certain way before you work on your business is the exact thing that will stop youThe one daily practice Michelle has never abandoned, no matter how hard things gotHow treating yourself beautifully in hard times sends a signal of safety to your nervous systemThe perspective shift that turns obstacles into the actual path forwardLinks:Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor FranklThe Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan HolidaySacred Systems: https://www.secretowlsociety.org/sacred
In this episode, Johnson City Judge candidate Stephen Darden shares his extensive experience in local government, his vision for justice, and the importance of community service. Discover how his background, faith, and work ethic shape his approach to serving Johnson City and the judicial system.Key TopicsSteve Darden's campaign and community involvementThe role and responsibilities of General Sessions Court judgesFairness and integrity in the courtroomChallenges facing the local court systemThe impact of faith and character on judicial decision-makingResourcesSteve Darden for Judge Website - http://stevedardenforjudge.comSteve Darden Facebook Page - https://facebook.com/stevedardenforjudgeBuy your next home, or list your current home with us!https://www.thecolinandcarlygroup.com/Be a guest on the Johnson City Living Podcast: https://www.johnsoncityliving.com/guests?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaf_qLsH2l73s8fTV40Oebx8kSAGlIFS_y50ij7CRneeNX3I6NzzfQMUKP-7hw_aem_xHCpTZ5r_cOfc22X1DNvmw
What happens when you've already done everything in this industry… and then become a mom?This week on Mommywood, I'm talking to writer, producer, actress, author, and multi–award-winning creative Alisha Gaddis — and when I say she's done it all, I mean it. Emmys. Latin Grammys. TV shows. Books. Touring internationally. Building a creative career across every lane.But this conversation goes way deeper than credits.We talk about:Choosing to homeschool her neurodivergent daughter — and trusting her instincts over the systemThe reality of being a fully self-made creative (no clocking in, no safety net)Why “women can do everything” is actually a lieMourning the career you thought you'd have… and realizing your life might be even betterThe pressure to keep achieving — even after you've already “made it”And how motherhood reshapes ambition, identity, and successThis episode is honest, emotional, and incredibly validating for anyone navigating creativity, motherhood, and the in-between
After 10 years in player development, I finally figured it out.It was never about doing more.It was never about better programming.It was about having a system.In this episode, I break down the BEYOND Player Development Model, a framework designed to bring clarity to one of the most misunderstood roles in sports.If you have ever struggled to explain player development to coaches, administrators, or athletes, this episode will give you the structure you need.
What if your inability to relax, enjoy life, or have fun… isn't just a personality trait?What if it's actually affecting your body?In this episode, we're talking about the biology of happiness and why joy, laughter, and enjoyment are not optional extras in the Christian life… they are part of how God designed your body to function.Because here's what's true: When you live in a constant state of stress, pressure, overthinking, and striving, your body keeps score. And over time, it starts to show up as anxiety, poor sleep, tension, burnout, and even physical symptoms.But the opposite is also true. Joy heals. Rest restores. Enjoyment regulates.In this episode, I'm breaking down:What happens in your brain and body when you experience joy, laughter, and pleasureWhy chronic stress and “always being on” is dysregulating your systemThe difference between numbing out (scrolling, overworking, distracting) and true enjoymentHow doing simple, enjoyable things can actually begin to heal your mind, body, and soulWhy some of you don't need more insight, more processing, or more overthinking… you need to actually do something differentWe also talk about this honestly: Yes, counseling and coaching can be incredibly helpful. But for some of you, what's keeping you stuck isn't a lack of insight… it's a lack of joyful living.You may need to spend a season prioritizing play, rest, and enjoyment—and see what that does in your body.This is an invitation to stop overcomplicating things…and start receiving what God has already given.Because taking care of your health might look a lot more like going outside, laughing, resting, and enjoying your life than you think.
In this episode of the Ecomm Breakthrough podcast, host Josh Hadley introduces his "TikTok Creator Engine," a structured system for turning product samples into loyal brand evangelists. Josh outlines five creator stages—Inactivated, Activated, Emerging, Performing, and Evangelist—and explains how to move creators through each using personalized outreach, gamification, community building, and targeted ad spend. He also details key team roles, essential KPIs, and onboarding strategies to replace the ineffective "spray and pray" approach with a scalable, relationship-driven affiliate program that generates consistent revenue.Links and Mentions:Tools and Websites"TikTok Creator Engine": "00:01:12""Shopify": "00:01:12""Amazon": "00:01:12""WhatsApp": "00:09:34""CRM (Creator Relationship Management System)": "00:11:42""TikTok Shop": "00:10:40""Fulfilled by TikTok": "00:13:55""Amazon MCF (Multi-Channel Fulfillment)": "00:13:55""Beehive": "21:31""Discord": "22:31""ChatGPT": "23:39"Videos and Playlists"YouTube Onboarding Videos": "00:18:51""YouTube Playlist for New Creators": "24:27"Concepts and Strategies"Creative Briefs": "23:39""Creative Brief": "00:42:53""Bingo Card Game": "28:51""Ad Spend Strategy": "00:39:18""Performance Coach Role": "00:41:54""Affiliate Support Specialist Role": "00:41:54""VIP Program": "00:43:50""Monthly Contests": "00:44:43""Personalized Contests": "00:48:19""Weekly Creator Calls": "26:10"Metrics and KPIs"Contact Information Capture": "00:51:08""Performance Metrics": "00:52:56""Pareto Principle": "00:45:38""Gamification": "00:44:43"Timestamps:00:00:00 Introducing the TikTok Creator EngineA systematic process to turn product samples into loyal brand evangelists, focusing on consistent revenue over viral moments.00:01:12 Host IntroductionJosh Hadley shares his background as an e-commerce entrepreneur, father, and host of the E-com Breakthrough podcast.00:02:17 Core Principles of the SystemThe system focuses on inspiring creators, tracking behavior, doubling down on winners, and ignoring the rest based on performance.00:04:10 Common Problems with Creator ProgramsOutlines issues brands face, such as creators not posting, one-off videos, wasted samples, and overreliance on TikTok DMs.00:06:49 The Five Stages of the Creator EngineAn overview of the five distinct stages creators move through: Inactivated, Activated, Emerging, Performing, and Brand Evangelist.00:10:40 The Required Team StructureDetails the three essential team roles needed to run the engine: Affiliate Support Specialist, Performance Coach, and Store Operations.00:15:03 Stage 1: Inactivated CreatorsFocuses on approving samples and, most importantly, capturing the creator's contact information to move them out of TikTok DMs.00:17:53 The 30-Day Onboarding SequenceA detailed breakdown of the first 30 days of communication, including emails and WhatsApp messages for new creators.00:21:31 Tools for the Activation ProgramDiscusses essential tools for creator activation, including email newsletters, community platforms like WhatsApp, and detailed creative briefs.00:24:27 The YouTube Onboarding PlaylistOutlines a mini-course for creators covering mindset, hook strategy, lighting, audio, and success stories to build relationships.00:28:51 Gamifying Onboarding: The Bingo CardA gamified "bingo card" system that incentivizes new creators to complete key tasks like posting multiple videos.00:30:42 Stage 2: Activated CreatorsCovers the team's actions once a creator posts their first video, including congratulations and providing initial feedback.00:33:29 High ROI Move: Boosting Videos with AdsA strategy to use small, targeted ad spend on new creators' videos to generate initial views and sales.00:35:29 Stage 3: Emerging CreatorsThe goal for this stage is to build consistency with creators who have momentum but aren't posting regularly.00:40:13 Stage 4: Performing CreatorsFocuses on scaling the output of consistent creators by building a personal relationship and offering exclusive VIP program invitations.00:45:38 Stage 5: Brand EvangelistsA high-touch strategy to retain top creators through personalized contests, gifts, and exclusive access to new products.00:50:16 Collecting Creator Contact InfoEmphasizes the critical importance of capturing creator contact information and offers creative methods like auto-DMs and product inserts.00:51:58 Key Metrics to MeasureA breakdown of the essential KPIs to track weekly, including samples sent, post rates, and GMV per stage.00:54:48 Daily Roles of the TeamA summary of the daily action items for the Affiliate Support Specialist and the Performance Coach within the system.00:55:50 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsA summary of the system's benefits, emphasizing that consistent action, refinement, and focus are the keys to success.Transcript:Josh Hadley 00:00:00 That activation stage is honestly the biggest miss that I see most brands like just completely skipping and they just go from inactivated creator to somebody went viral and it's as simple as that. And and that's all they're relying upon. Whereas we're going to methodically walk all of these creators through these five different stages. Welcome to the Ecomm Breakthrough podcast. I'm Josh Hadley. I've scaled my own ecommerce brand from 0 to 8 figures, and I'm actively building towards nine figures in sales. This podcast is where I document that journey and share the systems, the strategies, and the lessons learned in real time so that you can learn what actually matters and scale your own business. Today, I want to share with you all the TikTok Creator Engine. This is how we're turning thousands of samples into thousands of brand evangelists. This isn't just about like sending out as many samples as you possibly can. The spray and pray approach, just hoping that somebody will go viral. Rather, this is a systematic process that we follow to ensure that every sample we send out actually has the chance of helping some of t...
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