Podcasts about Woodloch

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine: discover nearly 60 life-size Snowmen of Stroudsburg, including 10 new designs, gracing the streets for another winter season, hit the trails at Alvin's Offroad Playground for an unforgettable, adrenaline-filled adventure, and sample outstanding mocktail menus available during Dry January (and refreshed seasonally!) at The Frogtown Chophouse, Siamsa Irish Pub, and Sycamore Grille.  Go behind the scenes in the Pocono Mountains hospitality industry at Camelback Resort, a four-season destination with hundreds of employees, and meet the Pocono Mountains Hospitality Employee of the Year, Eider Prados, an instrumental member of the Camelback team. Visit Paradise Stream with Bri & Dee as they explore the iconic resort's activities and amenities and hear the latest special announcement from family-run, family-focused Woodloch Resort: the nation's first Cancer Respite Center will be opening at Woodloch next year. Finally, jam out to great music at the Sherman Theater in a new Pocono Showcase episode with the Agitators. 

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In this episode, Brian is joined by John Moser, General Manager of the Lodge at Woodloch located in Hawley, PA. Set on 150 acres of woodland in the Pocono Mountains, this spa resort overlooks a private lake and has 59 rooms featuring private verandas. The resort has an award-winning spa that caters to your every need, an activity center with dozens of daily classes, a nationally recognized golf course and a culinary experience to complete your wellness journey. Tune in to hear who John Thanks for helping him along the way.

Join host Barbara Tuckett on the Suite Dreams Wellness Travel Podcast as she explores the world of wellness travel with her client and friend, Diane Topping. Diane shares her transformative experience at the Lodge at Woodloch, a renowned wellness retreat in the Pocono Mountains, Pennsylvania. Discover the joys of solo travel, the importance of self-care, and how activities like shamanic energy balancing, ukulele lessons, and nature immersion can enhance overall well-being. Tune in to learn why the Lodge at Woodloch's comprehensive offerings make it a standout destination for wellness travel.Ready to book your own wellness vacation in the woods? Contact Suite Dreams Travel.  As your wellness travel experts, we take care of all of the planning, research, and arrangements, so that you can focus on the important part: creating memories and changing your life, one travel experience at a time.  Website: www.suitedreamstravel.net  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suitedreamstravel  Twitter: https://twitter.com/suitedreamstrav  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/suitedreamstravel  Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/suitedreamstravel00:00:00 Introduction to Wellness Travel00:00:59 Meet Diane Topping00:01:29 Diane's Wellness Journey00:02:53 Choosing the Perfect Retreat00:08:25 Unique Experiences at The Lodge at Woodloch00:16:57 Solo Travel Insights You're invited to sail with Barbara and French Chef Romina Rasmussen! Join us for "Impressions of the Seine & Paris" on board the beautiful AmaDante from Ama Waterways.October 19-26, 2024Discover popular sites and hidden gems of Paris and French towns along the Seine River. You'll visit the inspirational sites of famous Impressionist painters. Meander through the renowned gardens of Monet's home and gardens in Giverny. Indulge in Norman chocolate, cheese and cider and enhance your best self on guided bike tours through charming cities like Vernon. Visit the sobering and impressive sites from D-Day and the Normandy Beaches. This Seine river itinerary includes Giverny, Caudebec En Ceaux, the beaches at Normandy, and of course, Paris! Plus, you'll be cruising with chef Romina Rasmussen, former owner of Les Madeleines in Salt Lake City, Utah, who will give demos on board. She and Barbara are also planning on pre and post-excursion options.Learn more at: https://barbara6469.wixsite.com/rivercruise

Season 3, Episode 37 - A tradition of excellence is the Woodloch way, started in the mid 20th century by the first generation of the Kiesendahl family to have the resort on Lake Teedyuskung. Today, Woodloch has expanded to include Woodloch Springs with an 18-hole golf course and the Lodge at Woodloch, a destination spa resort. John Kiesendahl, also known as JK, sat down with our Chris Barrett for a Pocono Perspectives for a discussion about the history and current-day operations at Woodloch. The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it's the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on ⁠⁠PoconoMountains.com⁠⁠ or watch ⁠⁠Pocono Television Network⁠⁠ streaming live 24/7.

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This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine: Jim checks out the new upgrades and offerings at The Lodge at Woodloch, a world-famous destination spa resort. Deanna becomes a NASCAR driver for the day at Stock Car Racing Experience ahead of race weekend at Pocono Raceway. Then, she and Chris get an update on the exciting additions coming to desaki and Great Wolf Lodge. Brianna finds relaxation and learns the story behind Quiet Hills Lavender Farm, then George & Connie Roberts head back to the D&L Trail one final time for part three of their special series. Click here to scroll through each month's new Pocono Television Network segments, or browse segments by topic!

I've been seeing a HUGE desire to return to our own frequency –what do I mean? Be ourselves, let go of old identities and jobs or careers that don't fit.  Many are moving on from careers they've been in for a long time.  They plan to continue working but they want jobs that align with who they are.  Others are getting wake-up calls such as health issues that highlight the urgency to return to their frequencies.  My guest is a great example - Christina Langdon, High Performance Success Coach and author of For Success Sake!  Christina made a career shift after a cancer diagnosis.  Listen in for her unique and inspiring career change story as well as her amazing success advice!  You'll also hear a NEW career tip from my book, Are You Ready to Love Your Job?  This month learn how to change what you don't like about your job into what you DO like.  When you live from your own frequency, you start to make decisions that create more fun and light in your life and your work. You put yourself in place to create opportunity.  You live – WITHOUT STRUGGLE.  Listen in now and learn how to transform your life and make a great living from your unique frequency! Links and Resources in this Episode: Find and follow Christina on Instagram and LinkedIn Career coincidence episode 1 and episode 2 Personality Pattern Assessment 3 workbook package of Soul Search, Research and Job Search Join me at book signings at Barnes & Noble bookstores in Williamsburg, Virginia and the Poconos of Pennsylvania Check out the amazing Lodge at Woodloch where I'll be the featured speaker the weekend of July 7-9th

Did you know that plants can also be friends? If you've followed me on Instagram this year, you will know about the love affair I am having at The Lodge at Woodloch, a luxury resort and spa, about an hour from where I live. A very interesting aspect of the Lodge at Woodloch is the Blackmore Farm, their regenerative organic farm that grew 9500 lbs of produce for the Lodge's Restaurant last year! And it is run by only two guys, Sam and Derrick, whom I've invited to share their passion for soil biology and sustainable gardening… and to spill all the beans (pun intended) on their companion planting secrets!In this episode, we learn:[08:09] How The Lodge at Woodloch's farm developed over the years[12:20] What is the significance and meaning of companion planting?[13:10] The "fruit, root, leaf, aromatic herb, and flower" formula for companion planting[14:05] The relationship between plant taste and companion planting[14:46] Borage, Borage, Borage![16:46] Where can you get a huge selection of flowers, herbs, vegetables, and fruits this winter?[18:15] Philosophy behind The Lodge's motto and how it can be applied to small-scale gardens[26:04] How did Sam and Derrick begin their journey into gardening without formal degrees in agriculture?[28:59] Gardening's growing popularity and valuable lessons from experienced gardeners[30:03] Benefits of using borage as a trap crop in the garden[34:26] Why it's important to harvest companion plants as they mature[37:01] How companion planting helps you to stay on top of pests and diseases[38:42] When planting potatoes, are you supposed to remove the roots along with the greens of shallow-rooted greens?[39:12] What to do if the roots of the greens and onions become intertwined[39:21] Is it harmful to remove roots from the soil?[42:18] How often does The Lodge use natural pesticides?[45:10] Direct sow or pot-start: which is best for planting established seedlings?[46:43] What should you plant withA annual flowers like zinnias or sunflowers?[49:36] What's a good companion plant for roses?[52:08] Best way to plant potato leeks[53:43] What does “blanching” mean?[55:26] A few tips for succession planning[59:32] Where can you find Sam and Derrick work on social media?Mentioned in our conversation:The Biggest Little FarmGrow bagThe Lodge at Woodloch Passion ClassesFor Sam and Derrick's fave companion planting combos,check out the full show notes and blog here!Thank you to our episode sponsors:Territorial Seed CompanyDon't let the winter blues stop you from gardening! Skip the lines at the garden center and let Territorial Seed Company deliver top-of-the-line, healthy and hardy plants right to your door. They have a great line of pre-grown plants, an expansive seed catalog, and over 40 years of experience delivering the best seeds and plants for everyone's garden. Whether you are looking for leafy veggies, flowers or edible plants in either seed or seedling form, Territorial Seed Company has your back.Get 10% off by visiting territorialseed.com/growingjoy - discount applied at checkout.Follow The Lodge at Woodloch:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterFollow Maria and Growing Joy:Order my book: Growing Joy: The Plant Lover's Guide to Cultivating Happiness (and Plants) by Maria Failla, Illustrated by Samantha LeungJoin the Bloom and Grow Garden Party Community Platform & App AKA the plantiest and kindest corner of the internet! Get your FREE 2-week trial here!Take the Plant Parent Personality Quiz (Get the perfect plants, projects and educational resources for YOUR Lifestyle)Support Bloom and Grow Radio by becoming a Plant Friend on Patreon!Instagram: @growingjoywithmariaTiktok: @growingjoywithmariaSubscribe to the Growing Joy Youtube channel! /growingjoywithmariaWebsite: www.growingjoywithmaria.comPinterest: @growingjoywithmariaOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince: https://www.quince.com/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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What is the best beer style for your Thanksgiving table? How should you approach pairing good beer with good food? What is a recipe that everyone should try? Chef Jessie Massie of Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. and Chef Josh Tomson of The Lodge at Woodloch share their culinary thoughts all things beer and food to make the holidays merry and bright. This Episode is Sponsored By:Pro BrewerWe bring original articles to ProBrewer.com twice a week covering issues important to the beer industry and aimed at helping breweries of all sizes understand different facets of the business.  Check out our articles on ProBrewer.com every Tuesday and Thursday and visit the site daily for other original content and to stay connected with the beer industry. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer. Host: John Holl Guests: Jessie Massie and Josh Tomson Sponsors: Pro Brewer, All About Beer Tags: Beer, Brewing, IPA, Lager, Hazy IPA, Food, Thanksgiving, Pairing

Season 2, Episode 19 - Flashback to five properties in the Pocono Mountains with the distinguished honor of being AAA Four Diamond-rated properties including French Manor Inn & Spa, Skytop Lodge, The Lodge at Woodloch, Hotel Fauchère and Mount Airy Casino Resort. Each has a long history of providing refined and distinctive experiences for guests. The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it's the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Do you need to get back your mojo for life and career?  Then now is the time to listen in.  In this episode you will get inspired to enliven your passion for creativity and self-expression.  Learn to honor, listen to and act on your own inspired creative impulses to make your career come alive again.  Creativity is the key to life. It heals us and makes us whole.  If you are feeling the pull to do something creative or get more creative about your career choices, you will love my guest.  Mary van de Wiel recently expanded her career by painting her way into being.  International branding maverick and visionary in the brand intelligence space, Van found her self-expression led her to bold mark-making.  She was open to what called her and out of that experience came Black Line Crazy - a successful new business.  Van says to explore what lights you up and get out of your own way.  Her words of wisdom will inspire you trust your own creative spark and make bold career moves into new areas of success and happiness for you.  Resources included this episode: Fun, creative expression applied to Excel?  Hear how an Excel Tick Toker manifested her way to making six figures a day. An insightful and useful book to get in touch with your creative renaissance soul nature. Spring cleaning podcast episode to help you make space for creativity and clear out what's no longer serving you.  DebbieMillman.com who Van admires as an example of allowing one's eccentricities to be part of their brand. The Artist's Way by Julie Cameron.  The Lodge at Woodloch where I will be featured speaker.  Join me! How a Project Manager Became a successful Creative Director - Listen to Karen's career change success story. Maya Angelou quote shared in support of this amazing artist during Black History Month: "Life loves to be taken by the lapel and told, 'I'm with you, kid. Let's go.'” —Maya Angelou.  

Episode 43 - There are few resorts more iconic to the Pocono Mountains than Woodloch Resort. The multi-generational family-run all-inclusive resort ticks because of the many people who work to make the experience what it is. One of those dedicated employees is Matt Butler. Butler has been at Woodloch since 2004 when he started out as a lifeguard then worked his way up to corporate sales. We also feature one of the aspiring hospitality workers who interned at Woodloch while a student at East Stroudsburg University. The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it's the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Episode 40 - The Poconos has some of the best spas around. From the Lodge at Woodloch to Spa Kalahari to The Spa at Mount Airy, three of the many great ways to rejuvenate and recharge both mind and body. The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it's the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

This Month on Pocono Mountains Magazine: Jim Hamill gets on the slopes to learn how to snowboard at Jack Frost - Big Boulder, finds out what's new at Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain, takes his daughter for a day at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, gets a sneak peek of the future home of Jam Room Brewing Company and discusses national mentoring month with a pair who have been matched up through Big Brothers Big Sisters of NEPA. Brianna shows us what makes Mount Pocono a cool town, takes a look into outer space at the planetarium at East Stroudsburg University and celebrates 100 years of the Monroe County Historical Association. Christina Luna also gets the full spa treatment at the Lodge at Woodloch. Follow Jim and Brianna on Pocono Television Network for more great stories on the Pocono Mountains. Thanks to sponsors St. Luke's University Health Network, East Stroudsburg University and Lehigh Valley Health Network. Watch on PoconoTelevision.com, PTN (Channel 734 on Blue Ridge Cable), Roku, FireTV and YouTube!

Episode 24 - Four resorts in the Pocono Mountains have the distinguished honor of being AAA Four Diamond-rated properties including French Manor Inn & Spa, Skytop Lodge, The Lodge at Woodloch and Mount Airy Casino Resort. Each has a long history of providing refined and distinctive experiences for guests. The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it's the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

Woodloch Pines has a special place in our hearts. I have been going there since I was a kid, and it continues to be the ultimate family vacation resort. Listen here to find out why! You CAN make an achievable vacation budget! The Family Vacation Budget & Planner is here. To grab your copy, head to: Grab the planner via digital download. Grab the paperback version of the planner. To grab your copy of Talkbox.mom head to: talkbox.mom/familyvacation familyvacation20 - $20 off first box and phrasebook familyvacation5 - $5 off phrasebook I am so glad you're here and ready to start thinking about and planning your family's next vacation. For all the links mentioned, the show notes on this episode and further trip recommendations, head to:   www.familyvacationpodcast.com If you enjoy listening don't forget to subscribe! Want to talk to your family about what vacation to take next? We can help you decide and budget. To get the  free vacation planning note, check out: www.familyvacationpodcast.com

Want lasting career success and fulfillment? Then get ready to make decisions from inspiration rather than fear especially when it comes to managing your personal brand. Now is the time to move beyond limited thinking and open up to expanded career possibilities. Wayne Dyer said it best, “When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.”  In this episode, we'll change and expand your perspective on your personal brand.  To help, my guest is author and Executive Branding and Reputation Management Specialist, Lida Citroen. She says, “Everyone has a personal brand. By design or be default.” Knowing how to manage your personal brand is highly relevant today for not newly minted college and high school graduates and experienced professionals as well as our service men and women. And in today’s information age, managing your career data online is an important component to managing your brand. Don’t miss this month’s career tip with the key steps you need to download and save your LinkedIn data. Share this episode with others who's brands could use a makeover and listen in for insights, lessons and stories to make your brand authentic, strong and sustainable! Resource links from this episode: Learn more about Maggie's upcoming motivational career seminars featured at The Lodge at Woodloch. Get more of Lida's expert advice in her new book, Control the Narrative: The Executive's Guide to Building, Pivoting and Repairing Your Reputation. Check out Gifts from the Road: Discovering Mindset Moments with expert tips to create great travel experiences. Thank you our sponsor StayAdventurous.com.

California: Vera Via in CarlsbadA few years ago I spent a day at the Vera Via Resort, located in the Hyatt Aviara. Vera Via’s program includes assessments of every kind, followed by a customized personal trainer, nutritionist, and various health coaches. You can customize your length of stay.Arizona: Civana in Carefree, 15 miles northeast of PhoenixThe Civana Wellness Resort’s spa has 22 treatment rooms and an Aqua Vitality circuit. Their treatments include a range of therapeutic and rejuvenating massages which focus on healing through water, increasing circulation and promoting relaxation. They pride themselves on having the only KLAFS SANARIUM (a sauna which can be tropical, warm air, soft steam or herbal air), in the continental U.S. Note: I really love Mii Amo in Sedona, Arizona as well! I’ll highlight this spa in the future, because they’re closed for a year of transformation and renovation in 2021.Missouri: Big Cedar Lodge, about 10 miles south of BransonBig Cedar's world-class spa is 18,000 square feet of hand-hewn timber ceilings, natural stone floors, and stained glass and antique chandeliers. They have 11 treatment rooms, each equipped with its own fireplace. An indoor grotto pool and ice room, saunas, hot spas, and steam rooms complete this incredible location.Texas: Miraval Austin The Miraval is a destination wellness retreat, with delicious and healthy meals, complimentary wellbeing activities, lectures, horseback riding, and fitness classes. But if you just want a one-day escape, they do offer one-day options. The single day includes access to the entire property: restaurant, two infinity pools, the spa, mindfulness fitness center, zip line, walking trails, and the Cypress Creek Farm. The Life in Balance Spa offers Ayurveda (an Indian medicine system), protecting and healing skin treatments, and a wide variety of massages.Pennsylvania: The Lodge at Woodloch (between Philadelphia and New York City)Their Aqua Garden includes heated hydromassage WaterWalls, soaking pools and an infinity whirlpool. They offer a la carte spa treatments and nail services, if you’re interested in more of a day spa type of experience. Their menu is extensive: a wide variety of massages, plus facials, reflexology, light or sound therapy, prenatal treatments, and body wraps.Maine: The Cliff House in Cape Neddick, about 31 miles from Portland and 65 miles from BostonJust what you would imagine Maine to be! This resort sits on a cliff overlooking the crashing ocean and beautiful coast. The Seaside Sanctuary Spa is aptly named; floor-to-ceiling windows offer full views of the coast from the relaxing waiting room. Their spa area is 9,000 square feet; they provide not only massages, but also skin care and body treatments as well as salt stone therapy. 

Thinking about Travel Again? Not sure what to expect?  Wondering if you are ready? Well, come along with Craig Zabransky of StayAdventurous.com as he takes his first flight post lockdown and returns to one of his favoritve places in the Pocono Mountains - The Lodge at Woodloch.  Listen in to the details, advice and travel tips on what to expect when flying again, learn first hand from the resort General Manager what efforts go in to make the destination spa safe and comfortable for guests. Finally enjoy time with Woodloch's Executive Chef after a delicious Farm to Table dinner and its local on Farmicist for advice and encouragement on how to create your own garden this summer.   For all the details on this episode and all the links mentioned on the podcast visit the episode's show notes through the Staying Adventurous podcast page > here. It is epsiode 44. And also make sure to "subscribe" to the quest to continue 'staying adventurous' and receive each new monthly episode in your podcast app. 

How much do you listen to your inner wisdom?  How much does intuition guide your career choices?  In my experience those who follow their intuition are more likely to do work they love and make a great living.  Their careers are fulfilling and sustainable.  We all possess some level of intuition.  It's these inklings that can point us to the right path for our careers.  In this episode, hear insights from my visit recently to the Lodge at Woodloch where I was the featured speaker for the weekend.  While there I took two great classes, one called, "Intuition for Self-Discovery" and the other "The Orchard Tour". It was the Orchard Tour which led me to meet Holistic Orchardist aka The Dirt Doctor, Sam Lindenmuth - a man who is making a great living working with nature.  Hear what a day in the life is like in his outdoor career, what he loves about it and how inklings from his childhood confirmed his career choice.  My intuition tells me you'll enjoy hearing from Sam just as much I did when I took his tour.  We are going through changing times and as you contemplate your own career, I hope this episode inspires you to tune into your inner wisdom and listen to your intuition to follow your own career dreams. Check out the resources mentioned in this episode: The Holistic Orchard by Michael Phillips The Lodge at Woodloch Thank you to this month's sponsors: Planted Earth Fitness, Devine Essentials  

This episode of Think Time brings John Kiesendahl, the President and CEO of Woodloch Resort, which is the No.1 ranked family resort in the U.S. as voted by TripAdvisor.  John discusses the founding of the resort, its growth, the hospitality business, the keys to Woodloch's success, and his family.  (0:42). 

Christine grew up in Hawley, PA and has lived there nearly all her life. After highschool she attended the Culinary Institute of America, where she received a Pastry Chef's degree. After that she spent time working at country clubs in CT and eventually moved back to Hawley. She worked for Woodloch and Weis Markets. In July 2019 Christine and her family opened Lake Wally Cafe in the former location of Fluff's Deli. They specialize in delicious breakfasts, lunches and incredible baked goods and treats. Lake Wally Cafe also serves special dinners every weekend and are available to cater as well. Christine shares stories of what goes on behind the scenes at culinary school, and brings in some DELICIOUS items from the restaurant to share. Adam's holiday treat is Pineapple Supreme, a delicious sweet bread pudding made with tropical pineapple.

In episode 123, I speak with Stacy Sherman about the power of a transformational customer experience. Everyone is used to interacting with a business in a transactional way, but when a business can make a transaction into a transformation, that's when magic happens! In our conversation we discuss how to make this happen by starting at the top and moving down. If the executives are seeking to increase their own wellbeing, they will naturally desire to make the wellbeing of their employees a priority. And when the employee wellbeing and happiness becomes a priority, it can impact the bottomline in a tangible way. In other words, customer satisfaction begins with employee satisfaction and employee satisfaction begins with executive wellbeing. We also discussed how a business can create a "wow moment" by simply connecting with their customers. I shared an example of going to Smashburger on my wedding day and being wowed and she shared an experience she had of being wowed during an experience with the owner of The Lodge at Woodloch who made a genuine connection with her and her family. It seems simple, but it's powerful and it keeps customers talking. Here I am talking about Smashburger and Woodloch! Stacy's advice for people who want to have a more happy life: Stacy Sherman"Be intentional and purposeful about how you experience your day" She does this with an app she uses called The Five Minute Journal that prompts you to record your intentions for the day, what you're grateful for, what you will do to make your day go well, and how you could have improved the day. It's the simple things! If you don't already have a journaling routine to boost positive emotion, this sounds like a good app. She also emphasized the importance of surrounding yourself with people who support your goals and who don't deflate your confidence. This is critical! More About Stacy: Stacy Sherman is known for expertise in designing & implementing successful Customer-Centric programs that differentiate Business (B2B) & Consumer (B2C) brands beyond price. She coaches individuals & leads teams to deploy best in class methodologies & closed-loop processes. She’s currently Director, Customer Experience (CX) & Employee Engagement at Schindler Elevator Corporation (USA), where she’s contributing to record-breaking Net Promoter (NPS) results, Y/Y revenue growth & portfolio protection. Recent accomplishments: 2019 Finalist “CX Leader of the Year” and “CXPA Impact” awards. Besides CX, Stacy’s led Digital Marketing & Website Conversion Optimization for reputable brands of all sizes & budgets including Verizon Wireless, AT&T, Martha Stewart, ADP, Wilton and more. She’s produced multi-billion dollar sales while increasing customer satisfaction (C-Sat) and Effort scores within cost per acquisition targets. Find and follow Stacy here: Twitter (https://twitter.com/stacysherman) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/doingcxright/) Doing CX Right (https://doingcxright.com/about-stacy-sherman/) Thrive Global (https://thriveglobal.com/authors/stacy-sherman/) Forbes (http://bit.ly/ForbesStacy) Stacy's views are her own in this episode. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/morehappylife/support

Come along with Craig Zabransky of StayAdventurous.com as showcases his Stay Luxurious side with a visit to a destination spa - The Lodge at Woodloch. Learn about all the latest spa treatments, but discover how a spa holiday goes well beyond the massages. Uncover this oasis nestled in the northeast Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania and prepare for a personal awakening of the mind, body and soul. Hear from the spa director as she discusses the destination spa's accolades, details some of the most popular courses and classes, and highlights a few ways to pamper oneself. Then hear from Career Coach Maggie Mistal about some of her secrets as she prepares to be a guest presenter for the firth time this July. Plus, as always also expect the Top 3 Travel Tips, advice for when you plan your visit and the Staying Adventurous Mindset Moment, a take-away to ponder for your next voyage anywhere.  Craig has visited the spa a few times himself and looks forward to returning soon. For more details on this destination and stories about the region visit the episode's show notes through the Staying Adventurous podcast page > here. And also make sure to "subscribe" to his quest to continue 'staying adventurous.'

In Episode 4, we have a conversation with Josh Heath, Outdoor Adventure Manager at The Lodge at Woodloch, about the incredible healing and restorative benefits of forest bathing, a healing practice of Japanese medicine called Shinrin-Yoku. Forest bathing consists of immersive, meditative walks meant to calm the nervous and immune systems and boost mind-body awareness and connections with nature. A nature lover since childhood, Josh also shares how his background and introduction to Forest Bathing grew his connection to environmentalism and shares tips on what anyone can do in their daily lives to reduce their carbon footprint. Josh Heath was born and raised in Maine and studied Park Management and Eco-Tourism at Unity College. He is the Outdoor Adventure and Grounds Manager at The Lodge at Woodloch as well as a Certified Place-Based Forest Bathing Trail Facilitator. To find a Forest Bathing guide near you, visit NatureAndForestTherapy.org Connect with Josh by visiting TheLodgeAtWoodloch.com.

Do you really need to get a physical exam every year? We begin this episode by exploring who should and maybe who should not get an annual check-up and why. http://www.shape.com/lifestyle/mind-and-body/theres-no-evidence-you-need-annual-physical-exam-say-doctorsYour unconscious mind affects your thoughts and behaviors in ways you can’t imagine. That is the message from John Bargh, Yale professor of psychology and author of the book Before You Know It: The Unconscious Reasons We Do What We Do (https://amzn.to/2JLKN2b). For example, feeling physically warm actually makes you more socially warm; feeling fear makes you think more politically conservative – it’s just amazing. Listen as professor Bargh takes you on a tour of your unconscious mind. A lot of things can get messy in your kitchen – from lingering cooking smells to fruit flies and a million other things. Listen as I reveal some great ways to solve common kitchen problems you probably haven’t heard before. http://food52.com/blog/14173-7-kitchen-cleaning-tricks-that-really-workHow did Facebook, Amazon, Google and other big companies get so big so fast? The answer is “blitzscaling.” It is a recent phenomenon in business that was named and identified by LinkedIn founder Reid Hoffman and entrepreneur Chris Yeh in their new book Blitzscaling: The Lightning-Fast Path to Building Massively Valuable Companies (https://amzn.to/2D4HW33). Chris Yeh joins me to explain how blitzscaling works and others in business can use the same principles. This Week's SponsorsCare/Of Vitamins. For 25% off your first month of personalized care/of vitamins go to www.TakeCareOf.com and use the promo code SOMETHING Home Chef. Go to www.HomeChef.com/something to get $30 off your first order. Madison Reed. For 10% off plus free shipping on your first order go to www.Madison-Reed.com/somethingJet.com. For a great online shopping experience go to www.Jet.com The Lodge at Woodloch. $50 resort credit off any 2-night stay at The Lodge at Woodloch when mentioning promo code SOMETHING by calling 800-966-3562, Option 2, then Option 1 for reservations.

In most places around the world, Siri comes with a female voice by default. Of course you can change it but most people don’t. This is true for most other voiced-based computer programs. Why? We begin this episode with the fascinating reasons why most people prefer their devices sound female. http://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/apps/a18018/why-is-siri-a-female-voice/Human nature – it is a collection of things we humans tend to do by default. Robert Greene, author of the bestseller The Laws of Human Nature (https://amzn.to/2yQtqZy) takes you on a fascinating journey into why we do the things we do and why these tendencies we have often get in the way of our happiness and success. There are 18 laws of human nature and Robert will explain how to use them to your advantage and how to counter them when they work against you. What could be simpler and more satisfying than a grilled cheese sandwich? Most of us have been eating them since we were kids. Actually though, there is some science and technique to making the perfect grilled cheese sandwich and a lot of it has to do with the cheese you select. Which is best? Listen and find out. http://www.businessinsider.com/science-making-grilled-cheese-2015-11Household recycling has become habit for many people. We just do it because – well that’s what good citizens do. What you may not know is that there are a lot of problems with recycling. In fact a lot of what you recycle probably NEVER gets recycled. Instead it ends up in a landfill with all the other garbage. Beth Porter is an expert on the subject and she is author of the book Reduce, Reuse, Reimagine: Sorting Out the Recycling System (https://amzn.to/2JCkknD) . Beth joins me to reveal what’s wrong with recycling and what everyone can do to make the whole system work better and more efficiently.This Week's SponsorsCare/Of Vitamins. For 25% off your first month of personalized care/of vitamins go to www.TakeCareOf.com and use the promo code SOMETHING Home Chef. Go to www.HomeChef.com/something to get $30 off your first order. Madison Reed. For 10% off plus free shipping on your first order go to www.Madison-Reed.com/somethingJet.com. For a great online shopping experience go to www.Jet.com The Lodge at Woodloch. $50 resort credit off any 2-night stay at The Lodge at Woodloch when mentioning promo code SOMETHING by calling 800-966-3562, Option 2, then Option 1 for reservations.

This episode is released a few days before most people in the U.S. change their clocks back to standard time. And each time we change the clocks, people complain about all the bad things that result from that. Well, there are some good things as well. So I begin with some of those and the reasons behind daylight savings time that you may not know or understand. http://www.popularmechanics.com/science/environment/a18011/in-defense-of-daylight-saving-time/When you get a bad grade on your report card in school, you know that is a subject you really need to work on. But is that a good strategy in real life? Will you be more successful if you try to get better at the things you don’t like or do very well with or are you better served by focusing on those things that you are already good at and enjoy? Business consultant Marcus Buckingham, author of the book The One Thing You Need to Know (https://amzn.to/2SAJiHS) reveals why it is so important to identify your strengths and weaknesses and offers advice that will lead you to success. Got a bunch of Halloween candy in your house? Well, you could eat it or take it to work or you could do something to help our troops. Listen and I’ll explain how – and it’s very easy. http://www.womenshealthmag.com/weight-loss/what-happens-to-your-body-when-you-eat-3500-calories-candy. The website mentioned is www.operationgratitude.comIt’s a bit of a mystery why so many more people today struggle with body weight than in previous generations. With some interesting answers and strategies is Stephan Guyenet, a neuroscientist and author of the book The Hungry Brain: Outsmarting the Instincts That Makes Us Overeat (https://amzn.to/2JvirZW). Stephan explains exactly what it is that makes it so hard to resist some foods and the amazingly simple solutions to stop overeating in the first place. The instinct to eat is strong. However, you can overcome the instinct to OVER eat by following his advice. This Week's SponsorsHotel Tonight. Download the app Hotel Tonight to your phone and get $25 off your first eligible booking.Jet.com For a great online shopping experience go to www.Jet.com The Lodge at Woodloch. $50 resort credit off any 2-night stay at The Lodge at Woodloch when mentioning promo code SOMETHING by calling 800-966-3562, Option 2, then Option 1 for reservations.

The weather can affect your buying decisions without you realizing it. That can be a big factor when you buy a big ticket item like a house or a car. This episode begins with an explanation of why and how the weather impacts such important decisions and why you are more likely to buy a convertible on a sunny day even though it may be a terrible idea. https://www.businessinsider.com/the-effect-of-weather-on-purchasing-decisions-2012-11You have a personality – right? Well actually, more than one. Science writer Rita Carter author of the book The People You Are: The New Science of Personality (https://amzn.to/2D6RHON) reveals how we all have multiple personalities which all come out in different situations. While it may seem like you simply have different facets of your core personality, Rita explains why it is more complicated than that. Everyone reading this has tried to make a significant change in their life – and failed! Change is hard however there are some ways to make the process easier and more effortless according to James Clear author of the book Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones https://amzn.to/2ELIcq0. James’s work on the subject of personal change and habits has appeared in the New York Times, CBS This Morning among others. He joins me to explain how anyone can make big changes that stick. James website is www.JamesClear.com“Out of the box” and “move the needle” are examples of common business jargon that we can probably do without. This episode concludes with a list of words and phrases people use in business that are unnecessary, vague and often pointless. There are usually better ways to say the same thing. https://www.inc.com/bill-murphy-jr/20-corporate-phrases-that-make-you-sound-really-boring.htmlThis Week's SponsorsHotel Tonight. Download the app Hotel Tonight to your phone and get $25 off your first eligible booking.Jet.com For a great online shopping experience go to www.Jet.com The Lodge at Woodloch. $50 resort credit off any 2-night stay at The Lodge at Woodloch when mentioning promo code SOMETHING by calling 800-966-3562, Option 2, then Option 1 for reservations.

We all have those times when we are stressed and need to chill out. So I begin this episode with some proven simple and easy ways to reduce anxiety and stress instantly – and one way is so easy all you have to do is listen a hit song from 1972. https://us.ditchthelabel.org/101-ultimate-ways-chill-reduce-stress/Most of your communication is probably virtual – email, text, telephone, etc. And as you and probably everyone else has learned, virtual communication can lead to misinterpretation and misunderstandings which in turn can lead to real trouble. Communication expert Nick Morgan, author of the book, Can You Hear Me? How to Connect with People in a Virtual World (https://amzn.to/2D2RPyL) joins me to discuss the pitfalls of virtual communication and how to avoid them so you stay out of trouble.With Halloween approaching I thought it would be fun to uncover the stories behind some of the classic Halloween candy. I am partial to Snickers and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and I am sure you have your favorites as well. Candy expert Darlene Lacey, author of the book, Classic Candy (https://amzn.to/2EImfs3) explains the fascinating stories of how many of these iconic candies came to be, where their names came from and why we tend to like the same candy as our parents and grandparents did.Speaking of sweets, why is it that some people prefer sweet snacks while others like salty? And still others like both? We wrap up this episode with the science of sweet and salty and why they are so satisfying. http://www.womenshealthmag.com/health/why-some-people-have-a-sweet-toothThis Week’s SponsorsRobinhood. Go to something.robinhood.com to get your free account and receive a share of stock!Home Chef. Go to www.HomeChef.com/something to get $30 off your first order. Madison Reed. For 10% off plus free shipping on your first order go to www.Madison-Reed.com/somethingHotel Tonight. Download the app Hotel Tonight to your phone and get $25 off your first eligible booking.The Lodge at Woodloch. $50 resort credit off any 2-night stay at The Lodge at Woodloch when mentioning promo code SOMETHING by calling 800-966-3562, Option 2, then Option 1 for reservations.Jet.com. For a great online shopping experience go to www.Jet.com Stroke of Genius podcast. Listen at Apple podcast or at IPOEF.ORG

If you don’t play a musical instrument – maybe you should. This is especially true if you are outgoing and an extrovert. It seems that your personality can predict with great accuracy, how much musical skill and talent you have. We begin this episode by exploring that. http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2015-10/uoc-hyg101315.phpWhile you are probably aware of how some body language clues work, you are about to get a much better and deeper understanding of it and how you can use it to improve your communication skills. Joe Navarro was a special agent for the FBI for 25 years and he is author of the book What Every Body is Saying https://amzn.to/2CWKSiR Listen and be amazed at how nonverbal communication really works.There was a golden age of corporate slogans. It was the 60s and 70s. That’s when you flew “the friendly skies” of United or “you deserved a break today” at McDonalds or when you used Fed Ex because it “absolutely, positively had to be there overnight.” Those and many other corporate taglines were an important part of their brand. Now do you know the United Airlines, McDonalds or FedEx taglines are today? Marketing executive Steve Cone joins me to make the case that taglines – or slogans – are important and he explains why. Steve is author of the book Powerlines: Words that Sell Brands, Grip Fans and Sometimes Change History https://amzn.to/2Cs38zJNext time you are in your kitchen, stand there are look around to see just how much food you see. Is it in the fridge and cabinets or is there a lot of food out on the counter? I’m going to explain why it matters especially if you are concerned about your body weight. http://foodpsychology.cornell.edu/OP/Kitchen_CountersThis Week’s SponsorsRobinhood. Go to something.robinhood.com to get your free account and receive a share of stock!Home Chef. Go to www.HomeChef.com/something to get $30 off your first order. Madison Reed. For 10% off plus free shipping on your first order go to www.Madison-Reed.com/somethingHotel Tonight. Download the app Hotel Tonight to your phone and get $25 off your first eligible booking.The Lodge at Woodloch. $50 resort credit off any 2-night stay at The Lodge at Woodloch when mentioning promo code SOMETHING by calling 800-966-3562, Option 2, then Option 1 for reservations.Jet.com. For a great online shopping experience go to www.Jet.com Stroke of Genius podcast. Listen at Apple podcast or at IPOEF.ORG

Michelle talks with diastasis recti expert Julie Tupler about how to avoid and treat an ab separation during pregnancy. Adam Parken from Blacklane introduces listeners to their international transportation services and new airport VIP services to help families. Rory O'Fee, from the Woodloch Resort, talks with Michelle about her experience at the resort and all of the great family activities and its history. Sharon Miller, head of small business at Bank of America, discusses women and how they can get started with a business.

Host Robin Milling chats with The Lodge At Woodloch sommelier Leslie Britt who likes to think of herself as a 'wine slinger.' She jokes with the guests, giving them the proper phonetic pronunciation, as 'som-el-yay'! Leslie is actually a certified specialist in both wine and spirits. Leslie holds a diploma in wine and spirits from the Wine And Spirits Education Trust which is the pre-requisite for a Master of wine out of London. Leslie believes that wine is an essential part of any dining experience. She hosted a wonderful chocolate and wine pairing – two things that go so well together. Her mantra is wine, chocolate, wine. The presentation featured Eclat chocolate courtesy of Good & Evil featured a blonde chocolate infused with porcini mushroom and thyme which Leslie paired perfectly with Sherry, Muscat, a fruity Chardonnay or a Moscato d'Asti. The milk chocolate pairs beautifully with Merlot, Pinot Noir, Reisling and the dark at 72% cacao is a winner with Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, and Port. She tells Robin she discovered that her family was part of five generations of brewery from the United Kingdom – Black Sheep Brewery. Leslie admits to Robin her passion for beer. She shares her recipe for food and wine pairings with her preference being Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc "going well with any food." But she doesn't discriminate. She is an “equal opportunity imbiber” as long as it goes with food. Her knowledge of the history of wines and the story behind the label are impressive. Cheers to Leslie Britt!

Join host Robin Milling for Let's Do Lunch! at The Tree Restaurant at The Lodge At Woodloch where spa cuisine is much more than a peanut on a rice cracker. Their portions are just right and all about healthy nourishment served with wine or homemade 'clean' cocktails; with herbal ingredients grown right on property in their Blackmoor garden. A hive of bees makes their home here providing honey for The Maple Honey cocktail with Bourbon F617; tried and tested by sommelier Leslie Britt. The lovely server Mallory discusses three courses spaced perfectly during the meal. The White Bean & Kale Soup is creamy with chickpea and roasted red pepper rouille. The Homemade Pumpkin Ricotta Crostini topped with a fig balsamic is yum. The second course is a salad of Willow Wisp Farm Bibb Lettuce sourced locally. The third course offers meat, seafood and vegetarian selections. Mallory recommends Dijon & Panko Crusted Jamison Lamb Rack. The Vegetable-based Roasted Mushroom Stroganoff is made with shitaki, maitaki and oyster mushrooms served over quinoa pasta that melts in your mouth. Roasted Cauliflower Steak is just as satisfying for meat lovers. Before the meal chef Josh Tomson, who went to French culinary school has incorporated the Amuse Bouche starter, meaning “entertainment for the mouth.” It's a little tiny tasting to awaken your senses for the main course. Leave room for dessert. The Caramel Apple Cheesecake is made with caramel corn crust from popped corn. For chocaholics don't miss their Black Cocoa Forest Cake.

Milling About visits The Lodge At Woodloch, a destination spa in Hawley, Pennsylvania in the heart of the Poconos, which offers serenity and relaxation in a woodsy environment that not only makes you feel calm, but also invigorated. The focus is to bring nature into the treatment room. Host Robin Milling chats with Treatments Manager Amanda Clabaugh about their signature massages using herbs grown right on property that are infused into body treatments such as local rosemary in “Rosemary Awakening.” “Chakra Balancing" is a fusion of both energy work and Swedish massage that incorporates seven different oils, relating to each of the chakras. For those of you who like to stick to the classic Swedish; their most popular is the Lodge Massage offered with aromatherapy.   After your treatment experience the eucalyptus steamroom which sends your senses reeling. The hydrotherapy waterfall adds even more massage. There's nothing like the outdoor infinity hot tub on a cold crisp day. The Lodge at Woodloch is steeped in family history going back three generations. Owner John Kiesendahl who is also known as the “man who wears funny pants;” advised by his 13 grandchildren, shares his childhood memories of the original Woodloch Pines family resort dating back to 1958. John tells Robin it is actually the place where his parents fell in love years earlier when they were just teenagers. The philosophy behind Woodloch has always been to treat everybody as if they were coming to the Kiesendahl home. Combining luxurious bedding with down to earth comfort; that's just how it feels when you visit The Lodge at Woodloch.