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In this episode of Journey to Launch, I'm joined once again by Travis Hornsby, founder of Student Loan Planner. Travis returns to break down the current state of student loans, including what's changed under the Biden and Trump administrations, what borrowers should expect moving forward, and how to navigate the uncertainty with smart, strategic planning. Whether you're a recent grad or have six-figure student debt, this episode will help you better understand your options and next steps. What You'll Learn in This Episode: What happened to Biden's student loan forgiveness and SAVE Plan—and why they're essentially dead How the IDR account adjustment and PSLF waiver may still benefit you What the new GOP proposals could mean for repayment plans and forgiveness timelines The difference between public vs. private student loans—and strategies for managing each Why many borrowers should consider enrolling in an Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) plan now Check out the video to this episode on YouTube here. Other Links Mentioned in episode: Book Your Custom Student Loan Plan at Student Loan Planner, here. Join the Journey to Launch Book Club to dive deeper into financial freedom with guided discussions and resources here! Get your copy of my book: Your Journey To Financial Freedom! Join The Weekly Newsletter List to get updates, deals & more! Leave Your Journey To Financial Freedom a review! Get The Budget Bootcamp Check out my personal website here. Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. What stage of the financial journey are you on? Are you working on financial stability or work flexibility? Find out with this free assessment and get a curated list of the 10 next best episodes for you to listen to depending on your stage. Check it out here! Connect with Travis Hornsby: Website Instagram: @StudentLoanPlanner Twitter:@StudentLoanTrav Facebook:@StudentLoanPlan Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide
Today I have the privilege of introducing you to Rachael Johanson who works specifically in the luxury personal branding space. If you're a photographer interested in the high-end wedding luxury space and wanting to take a step up in the industry, this one's for you! Let's get into it.
If you've ever wondered why your business feels stuck—even though you're doing so much—this episode is for you.Jai Long gets real about the biggest mistake he keeps making: taking on too many projects at once. From launching multiple businesses to offering too many services or chasing too many niches, spreading yourself thin is killing your momentum (and your income).In this episode, Jai shares how going all-in on one thing can change everything. You'll learn why simplicity scales, how to create a clear focus plan, and the power of time-blocking your day for deep work (plus—why you need to rest once the job's done). Backed by science, personal stories, and hard-earned lessons, this is your sign to stop playing around and finally make the impact you know you're capable of.----Join the Waitlist for the Six-Figure Business Map: https://sixfigurebusinessmap.com/coming-soonJoin Metamorphosis: https://jointhemetamorphosis.com/Digital Ads Course:https://hello.jailong.co/sails-waitlist-page-3431Say hi To Jai Long on Instagram: @Jailong.co Leave a review on the Apple podcast app with the link below:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/creative-business-make-your-break-podcast/id1479145264YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5nLrLzaJWItTgoNhe-y1sw
In this episode, I sit down with pelvic floor physical therapist Mindy English to discuss what to look for when seeking a pelvic floor PT. This is a common question we receive, and we wanted to provide a nuanced conversation around it, especially for female athletes who may not realize how interconnected pelvic health is with overall movement, training, and long-term well-being. We also discuss what to expect in a pelvic floor PT appointment, why it's critical for practitioners to take a full-body approach, and how pelvic floor therapy can help athletes of all ages—whether they're dealing with postpartum recovery, leakage during workouts, or long-term pelvic health symptoms. Follow Mindy English for more pelvic health insights: @mindy.english.dpt Want to elevate your coaching skills? Join the waitlist for the Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Coaching Certification Course and be the first to hear when enrollment opens!
What if we told you fornication is not what we have been traditionally taught? What if we told you there are more responsible ways to do sexual ethics? What if we told you to release the shame and guilt of safe and consensual unmarried sex? As Dr. Delman Coates will share later, "Sex is not a problem to be solved. It is an appetite to be managed." Subscribe to Patreon Here: https://www.patreon.com/c/tfcvirtual Purchase full-length, uncensored episodes of the podcast here: https://www.patreon.com/c/tfcvirtual Check out Dr. Coates' political advocacy movement here: https://ourmoneyus.org/ Join the Wait List for Kristian's upcoming e-book, "How to Deconstruct," here: https://mailchi.mp/thefaithcommunity/e-book-waitlist Register for DAI Fest in Atlanta Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dai-fest-2025-registration-999357684737 Get Merch here: https://thefaithcommunity.org/merch-store Order Breaking All The Rules here: https://www.kristianasmith.com/breaking-all-the-rules Episode Chapters 00:00 - Intro & Highlights 05:01 - The Viral Clip about Fornication 08:49 - Sex & The Greatest Commandment 15:30 - Dr. Delman Coates joins us 23:00 - Black Scholarship Matters 30:39 - Dr. Coates' stance on LGBTQ 37:00 - What should I tell my kids? 48:43 - The interpretation of tongues 57:02 - Unpacking "Lean Not to your own understanding." 1:04:50 - Theologian vs Bible Scholar 1:09:15 - How are you navigating politics?
Description: What do you do when your client is crying, stuck in grief, or feeling completely unmotivated during a coaching call? Learn my 3 step process to help clients move forward despite intense emotions. Learn more about The Art & Skill of Coaching certification: https://www.jessicademarchis.com/the-art-skill-of-coaching Join ASC's Waitlist: https://purple-lion-72607.myflodesk.com/ascwaitlist Complimentary Coaching Consult: www.chatwithjess.com Stay in Touch: www.jessicademarchis.com IG @jess_demarchis_coaching Coach Question of the Week: https://purple-lion-72607.myflodesk.com/agcj1mr1y3 Feelings Wheel: https://www.changethefaceofdepression.com/post/the-feelings-wheel The Shadow Side of Caring (Episode 83): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-art-skill-of-coaching/id1612960277?i=1000628415575
[WAITLIST] 1:1 Points Travel Strategy Session - get on the waitlist here!Travel Freely App - How we keep track of all our cards! And make sure to follow us on Instagram! @travelpartyof5 Contrary to popular belief, opening multiple credit cards doesn't automatically tank your credit score. I'm living proof – with eight new cards in just six months and an "excellent" credit score of 808 to show for it.The credit card journey has been quite the ride. Growing up with warnings about the dangers of plastic and experiencing credit card debt twice in my younger years made me initially hesitant. Fast forward to today, and I've completely transformed my relationship with credit cards, using them strategically to fund incredible family adventures through points and miles.My husband and I break down the eight cards I've opened since January – spanning Chase, American Express, and Citi – and reveal how diversifying across different banks has been crucial to approval success. We share the surprising factors affecting credit scores (like why my husband's 763 score gets fewer approvals than my 808) and how credit history length significantly outweighs the impact of new accounts.The most pressing challenge we're facing? Meeting a massive $20,000 minimum spend requirement on the Amex Business Platinum. We discuss our strategy, including prepaying bills, planned expenses, and the somewhat controversial world of buying groups. And no, despite my husband's suggestions, we won't be purchasing jet skis to meet the requirement!These strategic credit card moves have yielded nearly 700,000 points across various programs, funding upcoming adventures to Thailand, Japan, Yosemite, and European Christmas markets. We also tackle the counterintuitive decision to sometimes pay cash for flights rather than using points when the value proposition doesn't make sense.Want to learn how to leverage points and miles for your own family travel? Join my waitlist for personalized one-on-one consulting sessions where I'll help you maximize your redemptions and plan your dream trips.**Some of the links on this page are affiliate links, which means I may earn a commission—at no extra cost to you—if you use them. I only recommend products I truly use and love.**
Hey friends! In this episode, I'm joined by the amazing Dr. Heather Quaile, DNP, as we dive into all things ISSWSH — that's short for the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health (try saying that five times fast). We talk about how this incredible organization has exploded in size and why that matters for women everywhere. We get into the power of staying curious in sexual medicine, why funding research is still such a grind, and how hormones — yes, especially testosterone — play a huge role in sexual function. Heather and I also share some of our favorite takeaways from recent ISSWSH conferences, like new ways of looking at orgasm and sexual dysfunction that actually make sense. We don't shy away from the hard stuff either — off-label meds, outdated guidelines, and the frustrating lack of clarity around hormone therapy. But more than anything, this convo is about how we, as healthcare professionals, need to collaborate and push for change that reflects real women's needs. If you're curious about the future of female sexual medicine or just want to hear two clinicians geek out over the latest research, this episode is for you. Let's get into it! www.isswsh.org https://theshowcenter.com/ Sedona in October - ONE slot left: https://www.ascendretreats.com/menopause-and-sexual-health-2025 Order my book "You Are Not Broken: Stop "Should-ing" All Over You Sex Life" and "Menopause Moment: Science, Hormones and Mindset for Optimal Longevity" Listen to my Tedx Talk: Why we need adult sex ed Take my Adult Sex Ed Master Class: My Website Interested in my sexual health and hormone clinic? Waitlist is open To learn more about GennaMD by Solv Wellness, visit gennaMD.com for 20% off your first order. For an additional $5 off, use coupon code DRKELLY5. Providers can request patient education materials or samples at gennaMDHCP.com. Thanks to our sponsor Midi Women's Health. Designed by midlife experts, delivered by experienced clinicians, covered by insurance.Midi is the first virtual care clinic made exclusively for women 40+. Evidence-based treatments. Personalized midlife care.https://www.joinmidi.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or frozen in place? In this bite-sized episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li unpacks why our nervous system sometimes makes us freeze—and how it's actually a protective response, not a personal failing. Christine shares practical, science-backed strategies you can use right away to reset, unfreeze, and gently move forward—like breathing techniques, movement, tapping, and how to give yourself permission to pause. If you're ready to melt away overwhelm and reclaim your momentum, tune in for actionable tips and compassionate support. Plus, get an exclusive invite to her free five-day Reenergize Your Home challenge!To register for the free Re-Energize Your Home 5-Day Challenge that starts Monday, May 26th, click this link: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/winTimestamps:00:00 Understanding the Freeze Response06:19 "Overcoming Self-Doubt and Inaction"09:29 Box Breathing for Anxiety Relief11:44 "Calming Through Tapping and Reflection"14:39 Overwhelm Support and Decluttering Challenge16:36 "Connect with Procrastination Coach"To sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Us!Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPIf you're wondering how you'll ever find the time, energy, and motivation to handle your clutter, the free Re-Energize Your Home 5-Day Challenge was designed specifically for you. Starting May 26th, we will band together to raise our energy and quickly move the physical clutter out so our mental and emotional space can expand -- for the better. Join this fun, free event here: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/win
This week on the Journey to Launch Podcast, I'm excited to welcome back the often called “Godfather of Financial Independence”, JL Collins, author of the bestselling book The Simple Path to Wealth. In this episode, we dive into how to stay calm and confident in today's unpredictable market and why keeping it simple is still the most effective path to building real wealth. We also discuss the timeless power of index fund investing, how to approach investing at different stages of your journey, and why avoiding debt and living below your means are the most powerful tools for building financial freedom. In this episode you'll learn: The 3 core principles of The Simple Path to Wealth and why they haven't changed What to do (and not do) during market downturns and volatility How to approach financial advisors, and when they might actually hurt more than help What's new in the updated edition of The Simple Path to Wealth + much more! Check out the video to this episode on YouTube here. The next FIRE LIVE class is on May 22nd! Get the FIRE Calc tool and save your spot for the class here. A walkthrough of the tool is available here as well. Other Links Mentioned in episode: Check out JL's book, The Simple Path to Wealth here. Join the Journey to Launch Book Club to dive deeper into financial freedom with guided discussions and resources here! Get your copy of my book: Your Journey To Financial Freedom! Join The Weekly Newsletter List to get updates, deals & more! Leave Your Journey To Financial Freedom a review! Get The Budget Bootcamp Check out my personal website here. Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. What stage of the financial journey are you on? Are you working on financial stability or work flexibility? Find out with this free assessment and get a curated list of the 10 next best episodes for you to listen to depending on your stage. Check it out here! Connect with JL Collins: Website Twitter:@JLCollinsNH Facebook:@JLCollinsNH Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide
Today's episode is actually a recording of one of my recent YouTube videos! So many photographers are offering a certain package that simply isn't serving them or their clients best. The sooner you can get rid of it, the better. Let's get into it!
Ever wonder what it really takes to buy a Rolex at retail? In this episode, Perri pulls back the curtain on the luxury watch game, sharing behind-the-scenes insights from his time as a director at an authorized dealer. From navigating spend history to building real relationships with sales professionals, he and Rashawn break down the dos and don'ts of getting on "the list." They also dive into common mistakes that can get you blacklisted, the truth about allocations, and why buying a watch is more personal than transactional. Whether you're new to collecting or trying to level up, this episode is your blueprint for playing the AD game the smart way.Powered by @getbezel Shop 20,000+ watches at getbezel.com, and Download the Bezel app at download.getbezel.comSUBSCRIBE to get the latest Wrist Check Pod content Follow us on instagramChapters00:00 - Intro00:59 - Wrist Check Rahsawn03:01 - Wrist Check Perri09:45 - Perri was an authorized dealer13:22 - Do you really deserve a Rolex16:12 - How not to get a Rolex20:46 - How to build a relationship22:04 - Rolex loves stories27:53 - How do AD's decide to give a Rolex to30:18 - Spend History33:35 - Waitlist are a myth38:02 - The sales person is your advocate40:18 - Be a familiar face41:37 - Send the AD's more business44:35 - Do the brands value retailers perspective48:38 - Brands need to value clients50:55 - Don't be a jerk52:05 - How to play if you're not rich53:28 - Outro
In this 'Inbetweenie' episode of the Movement Logic podcast, Sarah delves into the widespread misinterpretation of a 2014 research study titled 'Ability to Sit and Rise from the Floor as a Predictor of All-Cause Mortality.' Popularly known as the Sitting Rising Test (SRT), the study has been sensationalized in the media and on social platforms, claiming that the ability (or inability) to get up from the floor without assistance can predict mortality. Sarah critiques the study's methodology, the pitfalls of its media representation, and the critical difference between correlation and causation. She also emphasizes the importance of proper interpretation to avoid fear-mongering and encourages training in strength and balance for overall health benefits.Get on our Wait List for the Bone Density Course!Follow us on Instagram @movementlogictutorials01:08 Overview of the Misinterpreted Study03:35 Details of the Sitting Rising Test (SRT)04:21 Methodology and Findings of the Study14:33 Critique of the Study's Methodology23:43 Misinterpretations and Media Hype29:17 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsReferences: Episode 15: 3! Easy! Rules! About! Research!Ability to sit and rise from the floor as a predictor of all-cause mortality(abstract)Conor O'Shea podcast: Taking Control of Your Pain Through MovementSRT Test on YouTubeDiscover Magazine: Simple Sitting Test Predicts How Long You'll Live
Finding community when you feel alone, listening to your own inner wisdom, this conversations has so many gems.Waitlist to come to Bali with us + other future retreats https://mindful-butterfly-35135.myflodesk.com/cr9hnewbvbMadison and House of Muse https://www.instagram.com/madisoncamino/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/houseof.muse/Silk and Earthhttps://www.instagram.com/silk.and.earth/?hl=enSponsor Betterhelp get 10% off here!URL: betterhelp.com/skinnydippingcode: skinnydipping
Description: There is a difference between successful and sustainable! Don't be the coach who chases success and neglects sustainability- Tune into today's episode to learn my TOP 3 strategies that have helped me maintain a multiple 6-figure coaching business year after year for the last decade. Learn more about The Art & Skill of Coaching certification: https://www.jessicademarchis.com/the-art-skill-of-coaching Join ASC's Waitlist: https://purple-lion-72607.myflodesk.com/ascwaitlist ASC Application: www.chatwithjess.com Stay in Touch: www.jessicademarchis.com IG @jess_demarchis_coaching Coach Question of the Week: https://purple-lion-72607.myflodesk.com/agcj1mr1y3 The 50% Coach & 50% Entrepreneur (Episode 116): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-art-skill-of-coaching/id1612960277?i=1000654819830
If you struggle with your identity as a Christian because of what it has come to represent, this episode is for you. Kristian and the crew are joined by D. Danyelle Thomas, the Unfit Christian, to discuss the relationship between spirituality and humanism. The meaning of Humanism varies depending on who you ask. For the sake of this conversation, humanism is a worldview that suggests humanity is equipped with everything it needs to resolve its own problems without supernatural intervention. Subscribe to Patreon Here: https://www.patreon.com/c/tfcvirtual Purchase full-length, uncensored episodes of the podcast here: https://www.patreon.com/c/tfcvirtual Order "The Day God Saw Me as Black" by D. Danyelle Thomas here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Day-God-Saw-Me-as-Black/D-Danyelle-Thomas/9781955905534 Join the Wait List for Kristian's upcoming e-book, "How to Deconstruct," here: https://mailchi.mp/thefaithcommunity/e-book-waitlist Register for DAI Fest in Atlanta Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dai-fest-2025-registration-999357684737 Get Merch here: https://thefaithcommunity.org/merch-store Order Breaking All The Rules here: https://www.kristianasmith.com/breaking-all-the-rules Episode Chapters 00:00 - Intro and Highlights 06:36 - Close the Doors - Marvin Sapp Recap 09:45 - The One Rule 15:45 - What is Humanism? - The Pastor's Study 21:34 - How were you exposed to Humanism? - Intros 44:40 - Paula White is a Scammer - Reaching for the Stars 56:55 - The ladies read Paula White for filth 1:19:03 - How does Humanism align with Jesus? 1:36:57 - Church Kid Sing Along
As mid-May approaches, Tajira McCoy hosts her latest roundtable with law school admissions leaders from around the country. With law schools receiving the highest number of applications in over a decade, our panelists dive into all matter of questions related to last minute applications, waitlists, holds, and reapplying. If you're on a waitlist, is it advisable to visit the school in question? How many LOCIs is too many? What are admissions officers looking for if you apply in consecutive admissions cycles? All that and more is covered in this roundtable! And remember that for help with all things related to LSAT prep and law school admissions, you can check us out at 7Sage.com.
This episode is the audio from a lecture I gave to a large group of physicians on how (and why) to prescribe hormones - both systemic and local. The end of the podcast is a Q&A where I discuss contradictions and myths. Weather you are a prescriber or just want to go deeper in your knowledge, I hope you enjoy being a fly on the wall for this conversation. Sedona in October - only two slots left: https://www.ascendretreats.com/menopause-and-sexual-health-2025 Order my book "You Are Not Broken: Stop "Should-ing" All Over You Sex Life" and "Menopause Moment: Science, Hormones and Mindset for Optimal Longevity" Listen to my Tedx Talk: Why we need adult sex ed Take my Adult Sex Ed Master Class: My Website Interested in my sexual health and hormone clinic? Waitlist is open To learn more about GennaMD by Solv Wellness, visit gennaMD.com for 20% off your first order. For an additional $5 off, use coupon code DRKELLY5. Providers can request patient education materials or samples at gennaMDHCP.com. Thanks to our sponsor Midi Women's Health. Designed by midlife experts, delivered by experienced clinicians, covered by insurance.Midi is the first virtual care clinic made exclusively for women 40+. Evidence-based treatments. Personalized midlife care.https://www.joinmidi.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, I delve into the emotional aspects of the fear of losing clients. We'll discuss recognizing red flags, prioritizing yourself and your needs, and clearly defining the type of clients you want to work with. I'm also sharing personal experiences and at the end, I'll provide you with a handful of actionable steps to help you identify your ideal clients. By doing so, you can be sure your work aligns with your values, ultimately leading to more satisfaction and success in your professional life. 00:32 The Emotional Side of Losing Clients 01:46 Personal Experiences and Lessons Learned 03:28 Finding Clarity and Defining Your Ideal Client 05:10 The Importance of Values in Client Selection 12:23 Practical Steps to Attract the Right Clients Resources Schedule a Strategy Call today Free Interactive Guide: “12 Simple Tweaks to a Clearer Client Contract” Get on the Waitlist for the 8-Week Contracts Course >>> Hi! I'm Sheila, your guide to a Joyful and Thriving™ creative life! I have lots of titles: attorney, social worker, coach, consultant, keynote speaker, educator. And while I'm proud of those titles, I am a human first and a title second – just like you. I want to help you reset expectations, set boundaries, and make aligned decisions, so you can streamline and focus your energy on the people, projects, and pay that actually matter to you. Instagram: @sheilamwilkinson | LinkedIn Rate this podcast/episode on Apple Podcasts, or leave feedback here, and be sure to leave me a voice note with a question for me to answer in a future episode!
⭐️⭐️⭐️ Sign up on our WAITLIST! Be the first to learn about our upcoming 8 week series: Menopause Masterclass Fitness & Wellness.Welcome to the V Movement Podcast! Join us in this mini podcast series focused on the menopause transition and post-menopause phase of life. Our goal is to provide education and insights to help you navigate this stage of life with a greater understanding. We discuss the importance of addressing and understanding menopause, the impact of education on perception, and how a change in mindset can impact this transition. Tune in to join the conversation and learn more about your body's changes. Stay empowered and keep the V's in your life moving!Find a PT near you through the APTA Pelvic Health Locator➡️ Follow us on IG @thev.movement➡️ Subscribe on YouTube @TheVMovement➡️ Join our newsletter
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.Ready to build self-discipline without the stress and self-criticism? In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares five compassionate and psychology-backed strategies to help you become more consistent and productive—without burning out. Christine explores how to anchor your goals in your “why,” use micro-movements to overcome resistance, tap into your natural energy, celebrate your wins along the way, and handle setbacks with patience and curiosity.If you're tired of feeling like discipline equals punishment, or you're overwhelmed by perfectionism, Dr. Li's fresh, practical approach will leave you motivated and inspired. She also shares a free downloadable resource and invites listeners to her super popular five-day decluttering challenge.Download your free resource and join the next Re-Energize Your Home 5-day challenge at: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/tidyTimestamps:00:00 Compassionate Self-Discipline Strategies03:42 Anchor Goals in Your "Why"08:08 Harnessing Natural Energy Flow10:52 Celebrate Wins, Embrace Setbacks14:52 Progress with Natural EnergyTo sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Us!Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP
This week on the Journey to Launch Podcast, I am sharing a powerful conversation I had with Amina AlTai—holistic leadership coach, chronic illness advocate and author of The Ambition Trap: How to Stop Chasing and Start Living - to unpack the truths behind ambition, burnout, and redefining success. We explore the emotional and cultural roots of ambition, especially for historically excluded groups, and why the traditional definition of success is no longer serving us. This is a must-listen if you're under the pressure to "do more" while wondering if there's a better, more sustainable way to grow and thrive. In this episode, we discuss: The difference between painful ambition and purposeful ambition How core emotional wounds (rejection, betrayal, etc.) shape your drive and work habits Why ambition doesn't always have to be tied to work or productivity Navigating the ambition penalty in the workplace and reclaiming space Check out the video to this episode on YouTube here: youtube.com/journeytolaunch Other Links Mentioned in episode: Check out Amina's book, The Ambition Trap: How to Stop Chasing and Start Living Get the FIRE Calc Tool and join us for the next live class here. Join the Journey to Launch Book Club to dive deeper into financial freedom with guided discussions and resources here! Get your copy of my book: Your Journey To Financial Freedom! Join The Weekly Newsletter List to get updates, deals & more! Leave Your Journey To Financial Freedom a review! Get The Budget Bootcamp Check out my personal website here. Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. What stage of the financial journey are you on? Are you working on financial stability or work flexibility? Find out with this free assessment and get a curated list of the 10 next best episodes for you to listen to depending on your stage. Check it out here! Connect with Amina: Website: AminaAlTai.com Instagram: @AminaAlTai Facebook: @AminaAlTai Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide
Today I have Abby & Michael Smithers of Honest Hearts. They've been part of my coaching program, the Business Blueprint, and what an honor it's been to have them! They do both photography & videography and I've seen their business absolutely rocket-launch! Listen in to hear their story and be inspired!
Description: Clients want coaches who can go beyond the basics. They want the work to go deeper and provide more sustainable results. Tune into today's episode to learn an advanced coaching technique that will take your coaching to the next level. Learn more about The Art & Skill of Coaching certification: https://www.jessicademarchis.com/the-art-skill-of-coaching Join ASC's Waitlist: https://purple-lion-72607.myflodesk.com/ascwaitlist Complimentary Coaching Consult: www.chatwithjess.com Stay in Touch: www.jessicademarchis.com IG @jess_demarchis_coaching Coach Question of the Week: https://purple-lion-72607.myflodesk.com/agcj1mr1y3
⭐️⭐️⭐️ Sign up on our WAITLIST! Be the first to learn about our upcoming 8 week series: Menopause Masterclass Fitness & Wellness.In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Misty JD, founder of Mother's Village and Modern Day Wild Woman, a nonprofit in Humboldt County dedicated to uplifting mothers through connection and community. Misty shares how the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic sparked the creation of Mother's Village, and how the organization now provides support circles, childcare, and holistic care with the help of trained doulas and wellness professionals. Episode Resources:A Mothers Village WebsiteFind a PT near you through the APTA Pelvic Health Locator➡️ Follow us on IG @thev.movement➡️ Subscribe on YouTube @TheVMovement➡️ Join our newsletter
You're great at what you do in events. You've built a name, mastered the chaos, and delivered the wow moments. So why does it suddenly feel like… something's missing? This episode is for the event pro who feels a quiet tug toward something deeper, bigger, more aligned. I'm breaking down what this moment really means, why it hits event professionals so hard, and how to navigate the "gray zone" without burning it all down.Join my masterclass on July 24, 2025 to go deeper on this topic! You're ready for more. A bigger role. A different sector. A new rate. Or maybe a full reintroduction after time away or maybe you are being underused. This masterclass is for event pros who aren't starting from scratch but are ready to start again to create an iconic events career and a new era. https://lu.ma/7xa327ckGet a copy of my epic freebie:Want to create an iconic event career with epic events? Here is the Mini Iconic Event Career Workbook: https://lauralloydevents.com/findvipeventsSign up to my masterclass series!The IconicEvents® Warmup is a quarterly masterclass series to help you with all things event career. The next is in July!https://lauralloydevents.com/iconic-events-warmupGet on the waitlist for my upcoming group program! A Flair for IconicEvents® is launching as a group program in the fall of 2025! Learn more and get on the waitlist now! Waitlist members get extra perks. https://lauralloydevents.com/a-flair-for-iconic-eventsSupport Laura:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurayarblloyd Connect with Laura:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurayarbroughlloydWebsite: https://www.lauralloydevents.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauralloydevents and https://www.instagram.com/aflairforvipeventsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@laurayarbroughlloyd
Spiritual awakening, dark night of the soul, vibrational shifts, energy alignment, and losing relationships — this episode dives deep into Ari's personal spiritual awakening journey. It all began during a mushroom trip that shattered my old beliefs and revealed how much of my life was out of alignment. As a triathlete, Ari noticed the shift first in her workouts, where nothing felt the same, and soon after, her entire reality changed: she broke up with her partner, left her living situation, and watched people vibrate out of her life.If you've ever felt like you're losing everything but somehow gaining your truest self, you're not alone. I hope this episode offers validation, encouragement, and insight into your own awakening journey. Whether you're experiencing a dark night of the soul or just starting to question your reality, this conversation will help you feel less alone and more empowered as you move into alignment.
Here's what I know with my whole heart: Scaling your business to the NEXT LEVEL isn't about working harder, strategizing more, or adding in another funnel.. Let's be real- if that were REALLY true- you'd be making 100k months by now. I'm dropping in this week with more of an impromptu, soul-led transmission from my meditation cushion (with Charles our trusty familiar nearby) to share with you what I WISH I knew 10 years ago about the energetic and spiritual shifts that have completely changed the way I've scaled my company to over 1.7 million (and counting). I PROMISE YOU: Your next level isn't found in the funnel, but in your frequency.This episode is part activation, part personal story, and part invitation to do business differently.If you've been craving more alignment, ease, and quantum expansion in your business, this one's for you.
Akilah S. Richards is a grief literacy educator, Certified Integrative Thanatologist, and Savor coach who supports people through the often-overlooked losses of life—not just death, but shifts in identity, role, and relationship. Her work helps people slow down, honor what's ending, and listen for what still wants to live. For over a decade, Akilah was a leading voice in the global unschooling movement, helping families reclaim autonomy, question hierarchy, and build consent-based relationships. That legacy of liberation now lives through her grief and joy work, where she invites us to trade performance for presence and urgency for rhythm. She is the creator of What I Let Die, a public service podcast on grief literacy, and co-creator of Bringing Flowers, a collaborative offering with Thea Monyeé that explores the sacred interplay between grief and joy. Through coaching, courses, and creative community spaces, Akilah helps us practice being with what hurts without rushing to fix it. Whether facilitating grief circles or crafting language for the unnameable, Akilah's work reminds us that grief is a teacher—not a threat—and that we are allowed to grieve out loud, in rhythm, and in community. Monthly Grief Circle: https://kripalu.org/presenters-programs/grief-affinity-circle Grief + Joy Work: https://bringingflowers.org/ Waitlist for ILID Grief Course: https://www.rfpunschool.com/p/grief Savor Coaching: https://schoolishness.com/coaching/ My blog: https://radicalselfie.org/ Reverence for Impulse Is an unscripted and unplanned podcast with me, Weena Pauly-Tarr and my brother Tim Pauly, both working in the worlds of somatics: exploring bodies and all they hold/do/feel. We start each guest encounter with a few minutes of meeting each other without words, through the language of our bodies, before we press record and bring it to a conversation. This is not a hard hitting agenda or getting to the bottom of things. It's about finding each other in the not-knowing. We're here for the spaciousness, the awkwardness, the silliness, the silence — from the dark insides of our bodies to the bright insights of our minds, we're excited to welcome people who's impulses we'd like to get to know. Intro Music by Annie Hart Weena's Website: weenapauly.com Weena's IG: @weenapaulytarr Tim's Website: intheserviceoflife.com Tim's IG: @in.the.service.of.life
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Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.In this episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li is joined by creative textile artist and arts community leader Kate Ward. Together, they dive into the therapeutic benefits of creativity and how making art—even for just a few minutes a day—can support mindfulness, well-being, and stress relief.Kate discusses her lifelong passion for art, how to overcome the “guilty pleasure” mindset around creativity, and simple ways anyone can add more art into their daily routines. She also shares the story behind Making Zen, her free global online event that brings together artists and participants for workshops, inspiration, and community connection.The episode features inspiring transformation stories, practical tips for getting started with creative habits, and a warm invitation to rediscover the joy of making—no experience required. Perfect for anyone wanting to bring more calm, creativity, and community into everyday life.Timestamps:00:05:45 – Conversation on productivity vs. making time for creative self-care.00:07:43 – Kate and Dr. Li explore art as mindfulness and “active meditation.”00:15:41 – Kate shares about building and leading the Making Zen community.00:18:06 – Transformation stories from the Making Zen events.00:21:41 – The origin story behind Making Zen and its evolution.00:23:40 – How listeners can join the next Making Zen event, with event logistics.00:28:48 – Kate's self-care advice: “Create before you consume.”To register for Kate's free online event Making Zen, use this (affiliate) link: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/makingzenTo sign up for the Waitlist for Dr. Li's signature program Simply Productive, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Us!Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab Kate WardWebsite: https://www.zenstitching.caInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zenstitchingFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/zenstitchingYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHca0dcRw16B1i-daesvnSQ
In this solo episode, I'm revisiting a blog post I wrote eight years ago—one where I boldly declared that I wanted to retire by 40. You'll hear me read the post out loud and reflect on what actually came true, what's changed since then, and the parts I didn't expect. If you've ever thought about what your life could look like beyond the 9–5 or you're just starting to dream about a different path, remember that it's okay for your definition of success to evolve—and that you're never too late to start. In This Episode, I Share: The blog post I wrote when I first dreamed of retiring early and what I actually made happen—like quitting my job and turning Journey to Launch into a business How my view of retirement has shifted and what I didn't expect emotionally and mentally about entrepreneurship Why I've become more flexible with money and life goals over time How I used my FIRE Calculator to model my exit strategy—before I felt “fully ready” Other Links Mentioned in episode: Read my early retirement goals blog post here: journeytolaunch.com/blog/my-early-retirement-goals Get the FIRE Calc Tool and join us for the next LIVE class here. Join the Journey to Launch Book Club to dive deeper into financial freedom with guided discussions and resources here! Get your copy of my book: Your Journey To Financial Freedom! Join The Weekly Newsletter List to get updates, deals & more! Leave Your Journey To Financial Freedom a review! Get The Budget Bootcamp Check out my personal website here. Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! YNAB – Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. What stage of the financial journey are you on? Are you working on financial stability or work flexibility? Find out with this free assessment and get a curated list of the 10 next best episodes for you to listen to depending on your stage. Check it out here! Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide
Today we're going to be talking about paid ads (Meta ads). I'm fired up about this topic and really think it can help photographers & business owners, especially those who are struggling with a volume of marketing that they would like to reach but haven't been able to reach before. I'd like to equip you - let's get into it!
In this episode of Status Check with Spivey, Mike discusses the various factors that are at play for this cycle's waitlist season, his predictions for how it will go, and his advice for waitlisted applicants. For more on waitlist strategy, check out our Waitlist Deep Dive podcast episode!You can listen and subscribe to Status Check with Spivey on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. You can read a full transcript of this episode here.
Description: When the coach does not properly prepare clients for endings, they can feel messy, abrupt and premature and lead to a few issues that risk the client's progress and investment. Tune into today's episode to learn my 4-step wrap up process AND a bonus mini training on how to back end clients into additional packages. Learn more about The Art & Skill of Coaching certification: https://www.jessicademarchis.com/the-art-skill-of-coaching Join ASC's Waitlist: https://purple-lion-72607.myflodesk.com/ascwaitlist Complimentary Coaching Consult: www.chatwithjess.com Stay in Touch: www.jessicademarchis.com IG @jess_demarchis_coaching Coach Question of the Week: https://purple-lion-72607.myflodesk.com/agcj1mr1y3 Giving and Receiving Feedback as a Life Coach- Episode 165 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-art-skill-of-coaching/id1612960277?i=1000702644348
How many times have you found yourself repeating yourself in your classroom? The truth is, students - and even adults- struggle to truly listen.If you're an educator or parent feeling the daily frustration of repeating yourself and wondering why it's so hard for your students to listen, this episode is for you!Christine Miles, creator of the Listening Path, joins us to shed light on the “crisis of listening” in our schools and families. Christine unpacks the reasons behind poor listening, and how the lack of training for both teachers and students causes gaps in this area. She breaks down the impact of inadequate listening on learning, practical first steps to better listening, and how creating a common language can alleviate stress and improve collaboration among students, teachers, and parents. We also dive into how improving listening can reduce teacher burnout, foster authentic communication, and prepare kids for the demands of a tech-driven world.HEAD OVER TO THE SHOW NOTES: teachingmindbodyandsoul.com/episode144
For the first time ever, I recorded a Live Business Oracle Reading with a client. This is a real session where my client Ruthie shared the truth about what she's been experiencing in business. In this session, I shared intuitive insight for her about:releasing guilt from "mistakes"repairing your relationship to your business after disappointmentwhere confidence actually comes frombalancing masculine structure with feminine flowhow to move forward with fearreleasing pressure & perfectionismWant a session like this? DM me @emilyelizamoyer on Instagram the word "WAITLIST" to get on the waitlist for a 1:1 Business Oracle Reading.
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With initial deposit deadlines in the rearview mirror, Reyes Aguilar (a fellow 7Sage admissions consultant) joins us to talk about all things related to the waitlist - why do schools have them, how do they select students from them, and what can you do to navigate them? And remember that for help with all things related to LSAT prep and law school admissions, you can check us out at 7Sage.com.
If you're afraid that your client contract has some hidden pitfalls and maybe one day, it's all going to blow up in your face, then today's episode is for YOU! Today, we're talking about when you don't know, what you don't know. It's not about the right legal wording. And it's even less about what you actually SAY in your contract. What matters more is what's MISSING from your contract. Today, I dive deep into how to spot what's missing and provide you with a free tool to help plug those holes and fill those gaps. Hear my story of a client who led me on a literal courtroom chase and what I learned from it about making client expectations crystal clear. Listen to find out why most problems arise from what isn't in your contracts, and how you can avoid common pitfalls by being prepared, setting clear expectations, and always staying ahead of potential problems. 00:05 The Importance of Missing Contract Clauses 01:46 A Personal Story: The Courtroom Chase 05:52 Lessons Learned and Contract Essentials 09:31 Common Client Issues and Contract Solutions 19:55 Real-Life Example: Bob's Contract Nightmare 28:58 Final Thoughts and Action Steps Resources Free Interactive Guide: “12 Simple Tweaks to a Clearer Client Contract” Get on the Waitlist for the 8-Week Contracts Course Episode 32 - What You Need to Know Before You Sign: Contracts Basics - Including Podcast Contracts, too! (Part 1) Episode 33 - When to Enforce Your Agreements: Contracts Basics (Part 2) Episode 34 - Resolving Contract Disputes: Contracts Basics (Part 3) Episode 35 - Drafting Your First Contract: Contracts Basics (Part 4) Episode 36 - My Top 5 Tips for International Work: Contracts Basics (Part 5) >>> Hi! I'm Sheila, your guide to a Joyful and Thriving™ creative life! I have lots of titles: attorney, social worker, coach, consultant, keynote speaker, educator. And while I'm proud of those titles, I am a human first and a title second – just like you. I want to help you reset expectations, set boundaries, and make aligned decisions, so you can streamline and focus your energy on the people, projects, and pay that actually matter to you. Instagram: @sheilamwilkinson | LinkedIn Rate on Apple Podcasts, or leave feedback here, and be sure to leave me a voice note with a question for a future episode!
In this episode of JudgeCast, Bryan, Charles, and Marcos talk about upgrades. Those little paragraphs or sentences at the bottom of your favorite entries in the Magic Infraction Procedure Guide. Upgrades are when a certain series of events happen, and the penalty an MTG Judge would normally assign gets bumped up one or two steps.In this episode we talk about all the upgrades, even the FOUR hidden in the JAR. If you are looking to run RCQs or staff larger MTG events, this is one to check out.
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.In this episode, Dr. Christine Li sits down with Paul Schmidt, a seasoned voice actor and voice-over business coach, to discuss the realities and mindset required for long-term success in creative careers. Paul shares his 26-year journey from radio to voice acting, including the pivotal moments and setbacks that shaped his path. The conversation dives into the power of perseverance, the importance of knowing your “why,” and the necessity of developing a supportive community when working toward ambitious goals.Paul talks candidly about the temptation to give up and how perseverance—along with the mantra “trust and be brave”—helped him push through difficult times. Paul also shares practical strategies for evaluating whether to press on or pivot when hitting roadblocks, and Dr. Li reinforces the importance of support and self-reflection on the road to achieving your dreams.Timestamps:[00:03:12] – Paul shares his background in voice acting, radio, and how he transitioned to voiceover full-time.[00:07:16] – Discussion about perseverance: Paul explains times he gave up and what eventually kept him going.[00:09:44] – Paul highlights the importance of “trust and be brave” and how it helped him through tough times.[00:14:57] – The importance of community and accountability in overcoming the urge to give up.[00:15:48] – Paul describes two main types of self-sabotage and how our comfort zone keeps us small.[00:25:08] – Paul shares the “shots on goal” and “speed to market” mindsets for overcoming fear and procrastination.To get the free download "7 Steps for Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover," go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/voTo sign up for the Waitlist for Dr. Li's signature program Simply Productive, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Us!Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab Paul SchmidtWebsite: https://vopro.proPodcast: https://vopro.pro/podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vopro.pro/YouYube: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-proLinkedIn: https://www.linked
In this energetic recap, Lesley and Brad revisit Lesley's roundtable interview with the OPC teachers and reflect on the power of community, inclusive movement, and consistency. They explore how each teacher's unique journey contributes to the magic of OPC and share how the platform was designed to help every body feel seen and supported. Whether you're a teacher or a student, there's space for you here. If you have any questions about this episode or want to get some of the resources we mentioned, head over to LesleyLogan.co/podcast. If you have any comments or questions about the Be It pod shoot us a message at beit@lesleylogan.co.And as always, if you're enjoying the show please share it with someone who you think would enjoy it as well. It is your continued support that will help us continue to help others. Thank you so much! Never miss another show by subscribing at LesleyLogan.co/subscribe.In this episode you will learn about:Why OPC values community as much as consistency.How a curated class format supports movement without overwhelm.What it means to take messy action—and why it works.How diverse life experiences strengthen teaching and student connection.Why movement “snacks” can reframe how you approach exercises.Episode References/Links:Mullet Tour - https://opc.me/ukChat with Us - https://opc.me/chatSummer Tour - https://opc.me/eventsPilates Studio Growth Accelerator - https://prfit.biz/acceleratorCambodia October 2025 Waitlist - https://crowsnestretreats.comJoin OPC - https://onlinepilatesclasses.comMindi Westfall - https://instagram.com/bendymindipilatesRachel Piper - https://instagram.com/size_diverse_pilatesChristine Kam-Lynch - https://instagram.com/pilates.boundMegan Lauman - https://instagram.com/megans_pilatesYasmin Scholten - https://instagram.com/purapilates_yasmin If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser or Castbox. https://lovethepodcast.com/BITYSIDEALS! 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And I can tell you right now, even if you're not on the platform teaching it, when you're in the community, you're absolutely part of something. Lesley Logan 0:11 Welcome to the Be It Till You See It podcast where we talk about taking messy action, knowing that perfect is boring. I'm Lesley Logan, Pilates instructor and fitness business coach. I've trained thousands of people around the world and the number one thing I see stopping people from achieving anything is self-doubt. My friends, action brings clarity and it's the antidote to fear. Each week, my guest will bring bold, executable, intrinsic and targeted steps that you can use to put yourself first and Be It Till You See It. It's a practice, not a perfect. Let's get started.Lesley Logan 0:53 Welcome back to the Be It Till You See It interview recap where my co-host in life, Brad, and I are going to dig into the invigorating convo, the chaotic convo, the most amazing, we have the most guests ever, convo with the OPC teachers, minus Tami, but we'll have her on in a couple of weeks. If you haven't yet listened to that interview, you are missing out on some giggles and some fun. And I'm just so glad that Brad, if you guys are watching this on YouTube, I apologize for all the moving, because I asked Brad with my eyes, if we were ready for this. Brad Crowell 1:21 You asked me with your eyes? Lesley Logan 1:22 Yes. And you did a you did an acknowledgement. Brad Crowell 1:25 I'm just making sure you're on the screen. Lesley Logan 1:27 Yeah. And if you are listening to this, just so you know, you will not get motion sickness like everyone else is right now. Okay, he's settled. We're settled. Brad Crowell 1:34 Sunglasses. Lesley Logan 1:37 Okay, now, now we're all just experiencing what ADD and ADHD looks like in the same room. This is a lot. This is confusing. I'm gone, now I've lost track. Okay, let's bring this bus back on the road. So you should listen to the OPC teachers, because they're so fun. We had five of us. Well, I guess me. Brad Crowell 1:56 You count, you're a teacher. Lesley Logan 1:58 I know. So we're. Brad Crowell 1:59 Six out of seven. Lesley Logan 1:59 Six out of seven. We were missing Tami. It's really hard to get all the time zones to work, guys, so I was pretty proud of us to get six, but we'll have Tami on because we actually have really fun thing coming up with her later this year. So, at any rate. Brad Crowell 2:08 Yasmin lives in Germany, you know. Lesley Logan 2:11 I know. And guess whose internet was the one that was fucked up? Ours. So anyways, not that Germany has bad internet, but I'm just saying, like out of all the time zones, I just was having some problems. They were talking without me. They planned a whole trip while I was just, bye, disappered. Brad Crowell 2:23 Yeah, I know you popped back on and they were like, yep, we're just making plans. We're gonna get together. Lesley Logan 2:27 Yeah, they're having an overnight, that's what the OPC teachers do. They love summer parties and anything that brings community together. So you'll just want to listen to that one, but first we'll recap it, and then you can go back and listen. So this is what happens when I take over. I actually know the day, but I'm going to do it anyways, because I know what I wrote. So today is May 1st 2025, and it's Couple Appreciation Day. Brad Crowell 2:47 That's fun. Lesley Logan 2:47 Couple Appreciation Day, just so you know, on May 1st there's 40 other holidays. I had a lot of things I could choose from, but Couple Appreciation Day.Brad Crowell 2:54 Lesley produced, partly produced this episode. Lesley Logan 2:56 I did, I did. It's going to be a mess. So Couple Appreciation Day is celebrated on May 1st whether you've just started dating or you've been married for many years, it's important to appreciate your partner now and then. Celebrating the milestones you've passed and looking to more happy years in the future helps keep the romance alive. Even the smallest of gestures can make an impact. Do the chore so your partner can relax or prepare a nice meal when they come home exhausted from work. Romance doesn't have to be elaborate over the top, unless, of course, that's what a couple is into. But also, today. Brad Crowell 3:25 Can just be a touch on the shoulder or a thank you. Lesley Logan 3:27 You know, do something you're not usually doing without being asked. That's probably the best thing. Brad Crowell 3:32 If you always get flowers. Change it up. Change it up. Lesley Logan 3:34 Yeah, get chocolates or get flowers and chocolates.Brad Crowell 3:37 Or don't give something, but do an act of service or something else. Lesley Logan 3:42 If there's something that your partner complains about doing, maybe try to do it for them. Or if they are tired of driving, maybe today you get them an Uber gift card and they get to have a chauffeur to work. Brad Crowell 3:54 Ooh, that's a fun idea. Lesley Logan 3:57 Also, one of the other holidays today in the Philippines, it's Labor Day. So to our team in the Philippines, we have a lot of people out there. Happy Labor Day to you, by the way, that means it's like May Day, which is a whole historical day that I know about, but surface level. So I'm not going to go into it, but it led to a National Phone-In-Sick Day to make sure that the world knows what happens without your labor. And since we are on the theme of little ways of protesting, if you are an employee somewhere and you have sick days and you haven't been using them, use one. Call in sick. Let people know what it's, let people know what happens if they don't have their team. But just remember, to our team, Happy Labor Day. Have the day off and we love you. So, okay, we are headed to the UK this fall. This is for Pilates teachers and really big in Pilates enthusiasts. We have two locations. We have six workshops. Two are business, Pilates business, and four are Pilates movement related. We've got two classes. The deal on this thing is insanity. If you were to buy each thing one at a time, it was, like, almost $2,000 and we're selling it for, like, I don't know, 550 pounds or something like that. So you'll want to go to opc.me/uk to sign up and snag your spot on the limited spots that we have. Brad Crowell 5:14 Our second person who registered is coming in from Europe, so. Lesley Logan 5:18 Yeah, you can come in from Europe. Brad Crowell 5:20 Yeah, we're going to be in Essex or Leeds, and there's plenty of hotels in the area. Lesley Logan 5:25 And Leeds, the ors. Brad Crowell 5:26 Sorry, yeah, for you, you could pick one of the two. We will be in both. I mean, hell, you want to come to both? Come to both.Lesley Logan 5:33 There's only one workshop that repeats itself, and it's one that you probably want to go to twice, to be completely honest. So it's really amazing. And then this particular Saturday is Pilates Day. It's International Pilates day, the first Saturday of May. And in honor of that, we'll be wrapping up our spring training event. So you, probably too late to join us, to be completely honest, but we'll be doing that. I'm really, really excited. Brad Crowell 5:54 Maybe not. Lesley Logan 5:55 I don't know. Brad Crowell 5:55 If you want to hop in right now. Lesley Logan 5:57 You can. You'll, you'll have a week of replays, still not from today, but I think to the 10th. So you have seven days. So yeah.Brad Crowell 6:03 If you're, if like, you're watching, if you listen to this the day it comes out and you want to figure out what we're talking about, chat to us. Go to opc.me/chat and we'll send you a link to the Spring Training event. There's a few more days. Lesley Logan 6:15 Yeah, it's really, it's been quite a fun week. I'm really thrilled with the whole thing. I mean, it's just really fun to do classes live and like, you get your Pilates habit and routine on, and then you can go back to doing it with Iike, on your own time.Brad Crowell 6:27 I mean, this is kind of a perfect episode to be talking about Spring Training because. Lesley Logan 6:31 It really is. Brad Crowell 6:32 It features all the teachers that you're that you listened to in the last episode.Lesley Logan 6:35 Yeah, if you fell in love with them. Yeah, so they're all part of it. It's really quite amazing. And what's really hilarious is Tami is actually in the house right now, so like when this episode goes out. So she wasn't on that episode, but she's currently in our house filming OPC workouts. At any rate, just the irony of all it. Then this summer, we're actually going on our Summer Tour. And it is cooking, we are getting really, really close to announce the cities and help you snide your tickets, you're going to want them, because West Coast is the location of this tour, which means smaller spaces. It just is, just how it works out. Brad Crowell 7:09 It's true. Lesley Logan 7:09 You know, it's just expensive to have bigger studios in some of these cities. So they'll be smaller spaces, which means you're gonna want to get your tickets. So, opc.me/events, means you're going to get the first updates on the tour and all that stuff. So you'll want to go to opc.me/events. Brad, why don't you chime in? Brad Crowell 7:25 Yeah, if you are taking clients for Pilates and you are trying to figure out how to get more clients, or just how to create stability in this tumultuous time, we're doing a webinar on that. It's called the Growth Accelerator Webinar, and it's free, and I want you to come join me. There's a Q&A option, and I'll be sharing three big secrets that we've learned from coaching 2500 plus businesses just like yours.Lesley Logan 7:51 It's really fun, you guys. It's really amazing. It's like, it's a way for you to understand what Agency is, but also what we believe in the Pilates industry, because there are other people out there, and it's important that you know what the values of the people who are coaching you are, because it needs to align with yours. And we firmly believe in your business working for you. You're not working for it. And so that means that the templates that we use are more formulas versus like and this is how every studio needs to look and this is exactly, this is exactly how your onboarding series goes, and this is how this goes. Brad Crowell 8:21 Yeah, here's the language that you use, no, all that does not work.Lesley Logan 8:23 No, that does not work because you all have different audiences that you want to be talking to, and you're also coming at it from either this is your full time gig, or you want it to be your full time gig, or you have kids and this is your part time gig. Like everyone comes from a different place, so it has to work for you, and that's what we pride ourselves on, is you can really mold what we coach you on to your business. Last up.Brad Crowell 8:42 Last, but not least, my absolute favorite thing in the world to do is to go to Cambodia, and we have a retreat coming up this October, go to crowsnestretreats.com. If you got all to listen to this podcast, you've heard us talk about it a million times. But isn't this the year for you? Isn't this the time? Lesley Logan 8:58 Oh, my goodness, I just wrote a whole email about why you should let us do this and I'm correct. Brad Crowell 9:02 But also like, don't you need a retreat right now? Right now. Do you need a retreat? I do. I'm ready. Lesley Logan 9:08 I actually was looking at our potential flight plans, and one of them would let us go to Vietnam, but it's kind of complicated. We're doing all these other things beforehand, so I want to go to Vietnam, and also kind of want to go to Colombia, which I know is on the other side of the world. So it's different, just different where my head is, but one of the flight plans will let us have a layover, though, to go to Botanical Gardens. Brad Crowell 9:25 Oh, in Korea? Lesley Logan 9:26 In Singapore. Brad Crowell 9:27 Oh, in Singapore. Lesley Logan 9:28 Yeah, we did the Botanical Gardens in Korea. Brad Crowell 9:29 We did do that, yeah.Lesley Logan 9:30 So, but I just pinged you and said hey, there's six hours in the daytime, and so that's an hour. And then we need about. Brad Crowell 9:37 I think we were looking at the Botanical Gardens when we were there last, right? Lesley Logan 9:39 Having dinner, yes, you pointed out, yes, it was closed because we got there close to the eighth. So I think we could do it in four hours. Brad Crowell 9:46 That'd be awesome. Lesley Logan 9:47 Yeah. So anyways, we might skip Vietnam and go there. But here's what I bragged about in my email, what you would get if you were already on our waitlist for this. But I actually wrote about, we're really fucking good at this retreat. We're so good at it. And I say this because a lot of people don't like to brag about things. A lot of people are like, oh, I'm a humble person, no, there are certain things that you do really, really well. Like our friend Vincent unapologetically goes, I make fucking great eggs. I make great eggs. I watched the master class on egg making, and I make great eggs. He's never made us eggs, but I'm just saying he brags about it, right? Like, I'm aware that he makes good eggs, and I've never even had them. What we do really well is create an amazing experience for you. You have nothing to do on this trip but get your plane ticket and let us know when you land, because we will pick you up from the airport. Well, not us, but our driver will pick you up from the airport, and it will bring you to our house. And we have a wonderful schedule that is not going to make you exhausted, but it's also going to make sure you see everything.Brad Crowell 10:38 It includes a lot of free time. You're going to have a chance to chill.Lesley Logan 10:40 Yes, but not so much free time you feel like you didn't do anything so you have to plan something. No, it is a wonderful, the cadence is amazing. I'm telling you, every single person tells us how great the schedule is because we do it well. So if you would like to literally retreat yourself, I promise you, when you are halfway across the world, it's very easy to go, you know what? I could put a pin all that chaos, because I'm over here looking at this beauty, and you can actually, just for the nervous system, it's so freaking good. I could go on forever, but go to crowsnestretreats.com to snag your spot. Brad Crowell 11:10 Yeah, all right. Well, before we get into it, about the teachers, we had a question. Alison Pilates on YouTube asked, hey, I love the 60-minute full Reformer workout. We tried to find the links to the exercises so I could practice and get better at the pace. Where can I find them?Lesley Logan 11:26 Yeah, so you guys on YouTube, we have two full Joseph Pilates ordered workouts. We have the mat one, and we have the Reformer one, and they're both advanced. So I'm just gonna tell you right now, if it's the full order, it's super advanced, right? But at any rate, we have these on there, and it's kind of impossible to link to every single tutorial in the show notes of YouTube. I mean, I guess we can, but you can't click them, and there would be 79 exercises to click to. So actually, what you want to do is download the OPC app. It's free. You don't have to be an OPC member. Can download the app, and then you can go to the tutorials, and you can click on the Reformer, and they're all right there. They're all right there. And that way you can review the exercises you're not so familiar with, so you can learn them. And then when you take this workout again, you can be faster at it, or you can omit exercises not right for your body. That particular workout, I did all the super advanced back bends and headstands and all the things, and what I would just say is, even in my own workout, I don't do all of them. I pick two or three, but I did them all so that there is a place where this workout exists. I'm really excited that you guys are loving it, but, yeah, get the app. That's the best place. Brad Crowell 12:30 Yeah, the other thing you can do is, if you just want a list of links to the order, you can Google onlinepilatesclasses.com reformer order and a blog post will come up. We did make a post that has. Lesley Logan 12:43 That's linked. Brad Crowell 12:44 I don't know if it's exactly the same as the 60-minute YouTube video you were talking about, probably is, but. Lesley Logan 12:50 No, I can confirm. Brad Crowell 12:52 Lesley is confirming it's the same. So just Google onlinepilatesclasses.com reformer order, and you'll find the blog post that actually links directly to each one. Lesley Logan 13:02 So, thank you, Alison Pilates. I hope you enjoy that. And also, by the way, if you want to actually get better at the pace and the exercises, I highly recommend you actually just be I'm an OPC member, because at OPC, we don't do the super advanced exercises. We do more of the all level exercises, but you get to nerd out on a particular exercise and see how it works throughout the Reformer and on the mat, and we work at pace, and it's really fun. And then you can actually send me a video of you doing an exercise and I'll give you feedback on your form. There you go. Okay.Brad Crowell 13:32 Great job. Well, stick around. We'll be right back. We're gonna dig into this amazing and super fun convo that Lesley had with all the OPC teachers, where actually, I got to know them better than I've ever known them. I didn't know any of these stories, so I'm really looking forward to chatting about it. Stick around. Brad Crowell 13:48 All right. Welcome back. So let's talk about Rachel Piper, Mindi Westfall, Christine Kam-Lynch, Megan Lauman and Yasmin Scholten. Only one missing was Tami-Adrian George, but we have a dedicated episode. Lesley Logan 14:01 Just for her. Brad Crowell 14:01 Just for her. Lesley Logan 14:02 She's got a lot we all talk about. Brad Crowell 14:04 She's got a lot going on. These five incredible women are part of the dedicated teachers at OPC. Each brings something unique to the mat, blending a deep love for learning with personal experiences that show how Pilates can transform your body and your life. Christine balances a full-time tech career while teaching Pilates. Mindi, known as “Bendy Mindi Pilates” on Instagram, continued Pilates after undergoing microdiscectomy, and now helps others find strength in their flexibility. Rachel a proud quote-unquote mat rat with a biotech background.Lesley Logan 14:39 I love that she's a mat rat with a biotech background. Brad Crowell 14:42 I've never even heard that term.Lesley Logan 14:43 I know, but I really think is there just a better animal? Brad Crowell 14:46 All right, well, so she has a biotech background. She still works in science and teams and all the things. She brings her love of themes and creative expression to every single class. Megan, a mother of four, based in Missouri, discover Pilates as a way to heal her body and now teaches from her home studio. And Yasmin, based in Germany, left corporate life to open a home studio in her small town where she grew up. Okay, I just want to put this out there right away, before everybody else asks, how do I become a teacher on onlinepilatesclasses.com? This is what, we get asked this all the time. Here's the truth of it. All five of these women who are on this interview were already OPC members. They were already participating. They were already changing their life with the consistency of their practice and using OPC to do it. And that's how we met them. Like I mean, there's other ways we actually met them, some of them outside of there, but that's how we got to know them. That's how it began to make sense. They were asking all these questions. They were participating, and it was a very organic opportunity, over the years to invite them to teach, because they actually care about the community. That's the thing that matters for us. Lesley Logan 15:52 Yeah, like you said, I've had, I still always have people who ask, and it's like, if you're not in the community participating, then it's really hard for us to get the community to want to take your class. And then the other thing I'll just say is, even if you're coming to join and be part of the community, we're not hiring all the time. So, yes, join because we want you to be a part of it, but join for you, not because of that goal. And then the other thing I want us to be like every single one of these girls has done eLevate, my mentorship program, so that we're all in the same page, so even though we're taking our own experiences and our own bodies and our own way of feeling the exercise in our body, but they all understand how Joseph Pilates created this stuff and gave it to Jay and his teachers taught me and all the stuff. So, are we looking for more teachers? Not this time, because we're really focused on the community and growing the community, but I would love to see you in the community, because I think why a lot of people want to be a teacher on the platform is because they want to be part of something. And I can tell you right now, even if you're not on the platform teaching it, when you're in the community, you're absolutely part of something. And that is something I'm so proud of, our members who share things. People know each other's name, even though they've never met. And people do connect in in-person events that we have, and then they hang out without us. There are eight women who take OPC classes at the same time on Wednesdays, at 8 a.m. and they're not teachers on this platform, but they are teachers. And so I just want to say OPC was never designed just for teachers, it'sdesigned for everybody, but I think that most people just want to, because they want to be part of something. You could be part of something without the commitment of figuring out your lighting and making sure your camera is straight. Brad Crowell 17:32 That is, that's the thing. Lesley Logan 17:33 And that your mic is actually working. Because sometimes you film an entire workout that is unusable. Brad Crowell 17:37 And I love, I think the thing I love the most about OPC is that once a month we do a live mat class, and after the mat class is over, everybody just hangs out and they just talk, and they get to update each other on different things about life, and it's been. Lesley Logan 17:55 We just celebrated, like a couple girls just finished their exams, so that was really fun. We know that from the hangout sessions, and then we know some of us picked up their kids from college and did spring break with them. Like it's kind of fun to know what everyone is doing. Brad Crowell 18:08 It's actually a community of people who care about each other. And we started doing it in COVID, and we just never stopped, because it's rad. Lesley Logan 18:17 Yeah. And also, to be honest, if I could record all of the OPC workouts I have to film with OPC members being there, I would do it. I would so do it. But the reality is, life happens, and we're like, oh, let's, we're moving this around. People will just be so confused. So, at any rate. But let's get into this episode. Brad Crowell 18:34 Yeah, absolutely. Lesley Logan 18:35 So, hold on. Brad Crowell 18:36 Take us away. Lesley Logan 18:37 All right. There's so many things to love, but Christine mentioned something that I really wanted to point out. She said there's something about being on the apparatus, apparatuses, the apparati, anyways, the apparatuses, the equipment that makes me feel connected inside. And I couldn't agree more, like I think it's just a fun way to get to know yourself. I think it's really difficult, because today there's this trend in the industry where everyone is over correcting all the time and cueing a lot, and so you don't always have time in your body, which is why I really appreciate how great our teachers are telling you how many reps, and giving you a rep to be by yourself, and giving you permission to change the exercise if you need to. And I think that allows you to have that connection. Brad Crowell 19:21 But what if you're doing it wrong? Lesley Logan 19:23 Oh my God, you're not gonna die. You're not gonna die. Most of the time, people doing it wrong are just doing choreography, and so they're like, this is too easy. I don't get it. That's most of it like, very rarely are people doing it so wrong they could hurt, no, no, obviously, if you're working with spring. Brad Crowell 19:38 Jay's quote here.Lesley Logan 19:40 Oh, Jay always says, "Ugly Pilates, get used to it. Dangerous Pilates, never." And so of course, we don't want you to do dangerous Pilates, but a lot of times people are doing exercises they're not ready for, that would be dangerous, so you got to be careful. But that's why I love our OPC teachers always reminding people to, that it's brave and courageous to do something else. Also, Christine mentioned that she loves taking from the other teachers, because she she actually gets different cues or different ideas or different connections from the different teachers. Because when I was picking teachers for the platform, I think it's so important, we one day, like, actually put our inseams on a list. Because we're like, well, maybe we should let all the members know what equipment we have, so that they can maybe set their equipment up, our equipment, or whatever. And then, well, should we let them know how tall we are, and then it's like, well, we're tall, but some of us have longer legs, so that we need a measure of everything. So anyways, Christine is one of our fun size teachers, and so it's really fun, because she can understand different things, even for her body, while working with the taller teachers. But I know that our members who are fun size love taking with Christine, because, like, oh, that's how Christine does it. Okay, great. So it's kind of fun. Mindi also said that she loves learning from the other teachers, but she said learning from the other teachers is one of the most important things I can do for myself and also for my own practice, because I learn something new every single time I take someone's class. And I think that that's what is so fun. Because a lot of people are like, oh, use the order. That's boring. No, it's not boring. Because if you're truly doing the workout and not wanting to be entertained, it doesn't even feel like it's something you've done before. It feels like you're having a new exploration. Because your body is different depending on what time of day you work out, depending on what you did the day before. Brad Crowell 21:17 Definitely, day to day it's different. Lesley Logan 21:18 Today, my mat class, I have my own mat workout today, slayed it. Slayed it. I was so strong. I felt so good. It's not how I always felt. So anyways, I just really appreciate that even our teachers. Brad Crowell 21:30 Hey, good job, babe. Lesley Logan 21:31 Thank you. On this Couple Appreciation.Brad Crowell 21:33 We're celebrating the national couple's day. Lesley Logan 21:35 Yes, I won't cook dinner, though, it's okay. I'll go get it. I mean, really, it would just be tater tots. I'm really good at those sweet potato ones, specifically, everyone. I really like that. With those two teachers, both mentioned how much they love learning from the other people, and I think that's what makes it so fun. Because even if you're not a teacher, just imagine how much you're going to learn. What did you love? Brad Crowell 21:57 Well, when Rachel was talking about consistency, okay, here's the thing about what Rachel was talking about that I connected to OPC, and it made me happy. When we were brainstorming OPC, we were trying to figure out, how do we compete with other platforms that have thousands and thousands of videos, and it made me think of Netflix, and it made me realize I never get to watch anything because I spent too much time trying to figure trying to figure out what to watch that by the time I'm ready to watch whatever I picked, I don't have any more time. So we said, well, how could we do that for OPC? We kept the class options small on purpose, and that really lends itself to consistency. Just being able to log in, click play and go. Another thing I thought was really interesting, and Mindi talked about this too, but Rachel only kind of realized that she's hypermobile recently, like in the last couple of years, and that, I think for me, it was blatantly obvious I've been able to bend my body like crazy. Lesley Logan 22:55 I think, but also because a lot of people think that hypermobility, you like, super hyperextend your joints and like, your elbows and your knees, but you can be hypermobile in some joints and not other joints, and it doesn't have to look extreme.Brad Crowell 23:11 Sure, you could just be hyperextending. That's still hypermobility, right, hyperextending. What's really great is that, when Rachel shared her story she was talking about everyone told her, by the time you're in your 40s, you're going to need your knees replaced, and because she was doing Pilates before going to see a doctor, now they said, hey, you've been protecting yourself by doing Pilates all these years, so you don't need a knee replacement. And that's insane. That's amazing. I love that. That's incredible. Lesley Logan 23:38 Did you know that the knee replacements are through the roof with how many people are needing today versus decades ago, and women will need them more than men. And it's actually not because of how we walk, because people in tribes don't need knee replacements. It's because we have a lack of strength balance between our hamstrings and our thighs, quads, outer hips, and so when you don't have that kind of a balance, your joints don't operate in the same way and you're demanding muscles to do support of things that need other help. And so that is why knees are not working the way. Brad Crowell 24:12 Interesting. Lesley Logan 24:12 Yeah, it's a whole thing. Do your hamstring curls on your Reformer, everyone, or if you don't have a Reformer, do your single leg kick with precision.Brad Crowell 24:20 What she said when Megan was sharing, it was really great to listen to her talk about her family, and I got really excited to hear her talk about her partner, and we know.Lesley Logan 24:30 That's because you love him. Brad Crowell 24:31 Well, his name's Adam, he's rad. But it was what I thought was so cool, was that the two are very intentional about tagging each other in tagging each other out. They've four kids, y'all. So you know, there's a lot going on all the time, yet in the chaos of just life, they still are intentional about setting aside time for themselves individually, which is when Megan gets to do her practice. And that's awesome. I think that's really great. One thing that I also really appreciated was she said she was really encouraged about how inclusive OPC is, and we're talking all forms of inclusivity here. The mix of teachers are working full time in another business, all the way to teaching Pilates full time, different sizes, shapes, bodies, color, different areas of the world, different backgrounds. Lesley Logan 25:22 And also, you know, here I am. I don't have children, so it's really easy for me to say. Brad Crowell 25:26 Right, moms know moms.Lesley Logan 25:27 You, it's really easy for me to say, be consistent. But I love that I was able to find people in our community who are also amazing teachers. Megan has four kids. Not just four kids, she's got two kids who are teenagers. And then two, well, I think a third is a teenager, one's about to be, with two special needs. Rachel talked about her son. And then Yasmin has kids. We have a few, and then Tami has a kid who, she got into college. So, like, they're all in different life paths, too. And so I really wanted. Brad Crowell 25:55 Dog moms on their runners. Lesley Logan 25:56 Yeah, single versus married. Like, I really wanted people who join OPC to see themselves in at least one teacher, if not a few teachers, like, oh, I have a full time job too. Christine and Rachel do. Not that the rest of us aren't full time guys, but, like a nine to five. There's a difference within a nine to five. Brad Crowell 26:13 They're also teaching in addition to their full time job. So, you know, so, so you're not alone. Just the diversity of all of that really does make it inclusive. There's an opportunity to see yourself in at least one of the teachers, and so we hope that you also are making that connection and enjoying that. And then when Yasmin was sharing her story, she actually talked about how damaged her body was after a career sitting at a desk, and it was causing a lot of pain for her, and she found Pilates as a, I guess, part, partly as rehab, but, but now today, that's like she's dedicated her entire life to it. She, you know, got certified, and then eventually quit her corporate job. And she said the thing that she loved the most about OPC was that it's a sense of not being alone in her home studio, which, you know, she's inherently alone, and once she can tap into OPC, she can participate in a community that's all over the world and is really supportive and encouraging. And, you know, I just love that. I think that's great. Lesley Logan 27:14 I love that she talked about construction sites. She was referring to, like, you know, we all have struggles in our bodies, and she called them construction sites. And I was like, you know, I just feel like when you learn English as a second language, there's just a better way of saying the things that you are working on it, you're putting something together, you're building something. Brad Crowell 27:30 Yeah, that was pretty cute, that was really cute.Lesley Logan 27:31 Yeah, I can't we're gonna see her in person in September.Brad Crowell 27:33 Oh, I'm very much looking forward to that. Oh, yeah, when we come to the UK. In fact, y'all, the person who is coming from the EU is Yasmin, the teacher. So come meet her. Come meet us. That'd be a lot of fun. Anyway, stick around. We'll be right back. We're gonna dig into some really juicy Be It Action Items that shared from this plethora of wisdom and knowledge that we have on these OPC teachers platform. So stick around. We'll be right back. Brad Crowell 27:58 Welcome back. Let's dig into this bold, executable, intrinsic or targeted Be It Action Items from your convo with all these lovely ladies. I'm gonna jump in first here. Christine mentioned that she treats movement like snacks. And I thought that was brilliant. I thought that was such a great visual, because if you're working and you're hungry, what do you do? You reach in the drawer and you grab a Slim Jim. Maybe not Slim Jim, but you know, you grab a jerky snack.Lesley Logan 28:26 I'd go for Chomps, but they're not sponsoring this, but it's about meat. Brad Crowell 28:28 Yeah or whatever, or you grab, hopefully it's not just pure sugar, but I love the idea of treating movement like a snack. What if you just got up and did a quick lap around the office? What if you?Lesley Logan 28:39 We did a movement snack yesterday. We were kind of like head funk, and we went outside and just walked around one block. And you know what, guys, it felt great. And then you do push ups while you're waiting for your coffee. Brad Crowell 28:50 Push ups with my coffee often, if I feel sluggish, if I feel that afternoon tiredness, I will just go do a handstand against the wall, and I'm not even trying to balance. The whole goal of it is to get blood flow back into my brain. Lesley Logan 29:04 If you're thinking about your heart, it's youth, fountain of youth. Brad Crowell 29:07 Yeah. So I love this idea of thinking of it like a snack. It actually makes it even easier to go do brilliant. So, love that. Great job. Mindi talked about taking messy action. That is something that we've been saying.Lesley Logan 29:19 Something that she didn't say on this podcast, but Mindi has the entire intro memorized of the Be It Pod. So, yeah.Brad Crowell 29:25 Yeah, Mindyi's amazing, but, but taking messy action, right? How often have we talked about that here? And I love that that's something that she lives by and she thinks about all the time, because it kind of takes away the fear of whatever the thing is. It's allowed to be messy. It doesn't have to be perfect. We're not doing brain surgery here. So it doesn't have, necessarily have to be perfect the first time, right? That's not that common. So it's okay to get your feet wet, get started and figure it out as you go for most things. And I love that when it comes to movement, when it comes to Pilates, we can apply that, obviously. So, love that. Great job, Mindi. What's your biggest takeaway?Lesley Logan 30:05 Okay, we had a few. So, Rachel said don't show up for anyone else, but you. And I do love that. And I will say, if you have a hard time being selfish, then think about the problem you are going to be for the people you love, because you won't be able to go up the stairs. And then if that makes you do it, then that's great, because I really do agree with that. And I also think some people have a really hard time showing up for themselves, but I agree we all have to get to that place. You have to love yourself enough to show up for you. Megan said find a way. Find a way to prioritize self-care, movement, even just a, find a way, there's always a way. So, I agree. And then Yasmin said the root of the goal is not to be perfect in this moment and just do your workout practicing with the teacher. And I like that. So it's like, the only thing I have to work on today is being with the teacher, just moving with this class. What if you were not, like, I gotta get this teaser today, you know, so and then to find confidence in your body. And I think that's really, really sweet. And I think, you know, no one is Googling, like, how to have confidence in my body, but I do think a lot of people lack confidence in themselves. They come off very confident, and they come off very self-sufficient, and they come off as they're able to highly function and do all these amazing things, but they actually don't trust how they feel, and they don't have a mind body connection, and that's something we really want to achieve at OPC. And so here's the deal, Pilates Day is a Saturday. There's a reason why this episode is coming out this week. We wanted to celebrate this amazing holiday that's coming up that has given us an amazing career. And truly, we're doing it with the most amazing people doing this. But also we want you to do Pilates with us. A lot of you who listen and you go to an in-person studio, OPC can be the supplement. If you're only doing Reformer Pilates, you can do the mat work with us. Because if you actually want to see what, you're superly capable of. Superly capable of. Brad Crowell 31:45 I was wondering what word that was. Lesley Logan 31:47 I like it. Superly capable of. Brad Crowell 31:48 Superly capable of. Lesley Logan 31:49 It's like now there's a ring to it.Brad Crowell 31:50 Let's all be superbly capable of.Lesley Logan 31:53 Superbly capable of, you know, you need to get on the mat. It is hard, and if it's easy, you're not doing it right, which is why you have to join OPC so we can, actually, can submit a video of you doing an exercise, and I can tell you like, oh, actually, your feet go here, or this goes here. So, you guys, go to onlinepilatesclasses.com and join us. You can join us for 40 days for $40 and you get to take classes from these amazing people, and Tami, and you can be part of this amazing community. You heard him. Brad Crowell 32:20 And Lesley. Lesley Logan 32:21 And me, I'm teaching. I teach 40% of the classes. I'm like, every other week. You don't get away from me. Also, feel like I won't use it. I know me. No, we have accountability. We take classes away so you do show up for you. And you can help, you can find people in the community that will hold you accountable. You go, okay, I'm gonna do it on Tuesday who wants to do it with me? Brad Crowell 32:38 Look, I just want to say we are all doing Pilates, right? But at OPC, we actually have a process, okay, and that process includes our big three. We call them the three C's, consistency, community and connection, right? And we help you follow our process, which helps you maintain that consistency. Lesley Logan 32:59 Well, when we created this, and Brad's like I want to do this, I said, well, I love what people experience when they go take class together. I really love that there's that I've got to show up because the class is at x time and I'm going to see x people. Like, I love that, right? But if you miss that class, then you like, might go a week before you get to take class again. And I hate that. And so it's like, how can I have the accountability of an in-person class and the community of in-person, but the accessibility of a chaotic life. And so that is why every single Tuesday, a new class drops, an old class goes away, and you have access to that new class for two weeks. So there's always a couple to choose from. So if you're like, I didn't really understand that teacher, you don't have to worry about it. There's another teacher's classes up there. So it's really great. And you get to, when you say, I took class, I took Hippy Ki-Yay, people know what you're talking about, because they're all taking Hippy Ki-Yay, no one is like, oh my God, from five years ago. I just want to say this community.Brad Crowell 33:52 That's what makes this community really fun is because when people like, oh, I finally got the roll up when so and so is teaching. You know what they're talking about, because you're taking the same class as them and you're like, oh, yeah, that was the moment. So it really brings people together. And all that was by design, and we're really proud of that, because when people follow the process, they win. You win, and we want that for you. Lesley Logan 34:14 Just go to onlinepilatesclasses.com. Check it out. Sign up for the trial membership and get into the community. Send me a video.Brad Crowell 34:21 Join us for live class. Lesley Logan 34:22 You know, if you love this podcast, you're gonna love the community, I promise you that. And then the OPC app, which is for you, you can listen to this podcast, you can see tutorials, and you can communicate in the community. So Bayon is really excited for you to join us too, if you heard that from the way, way back of this house. And until next time loves, Be It Till You See It. Brad Crowell 34:42 Bye for now. Lesley Logan 34:44 That's all I got for this episode of the Be It Till You See It Podcast. 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