Passion Love Pursuit Podcast

Returning to the show, Doug Bopst shares his transformative journey from incarceration to personal growth. He discusses how adversity can be an advantage, emphasizing the importance of accountability and radical responsibility in overcoming challenges. Doug highlights the significance of building aligned relationships and maintaining a strong work ethic, particularly through fitness, as essential components of his success. His story serves as an inspiration for anyone facing difficulties, illustrating that change is possible with the right mindset and determination. In this conversation, Doug Bopst and Erica Lippy delve into the complexities of mental health, the importance of acceptance, and the transformative power of faith. Doug shares his insights on overcoming adversity, the role of relationships in success, and the necessity of self-compassion in the face of failure. About our guest: Doug Bopst is an award-winning personal trainer, author, speaker and podcast host. Those credentials and accolades are a result of his own transformation. He is a former felon and drug addict, sentenced to months in jail due to being found guilty of “possession with intent to sell.” He chose to use his time locked in that small cell to beat his demons and reinvent himself thanks to a combination of faith, family and fitness. Doug is also the host of the Adversity Advantage Podcast where he interviews people from all walks of life on how they have turned their trials into triumphs and the exact tips, methods and tactics they used. He has been featured on national media outlets/podcasts such as the Today Show, Men’s Health, Forbes, The Rich Roll podcast, Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, Mind Pump, The Darin Olien Show and many others In this episode you will learn: Building a supportive network is crucial for success How radical responsibility will transform your life Cultivating aligned friendships Creating a new version of yourself The first thing to do if you are struggling Ending the vicious cycle of the victim mindset The whatever it takes mentality  For full show notes and episode resources head to: https://ericalippy.com/doug-bopst2/ Resource mentioned: Download 'My Intentional Year' HERE Doug Bopst | Website , Instagram, YouTube Read his books Listen to The Adversity Advantage Follow me on Social Media: Listen on YouTube Your Host: @ericalippy Podcast: @passionlovepursuit PASSION LOVE PURSUIT PODCASTS: https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/

In this episode of the Passion Love Pursuit podcast, host Erica Lippy welcomes a new season on the show. She discusses the significance of living with intention and the impact it has on personal growth and fulfillment. She shares her own experiences and the importance of aligning daily actions with personal values. Erica emphasizes the need for self-reflection, setting intentions, and creating a meaningful life, especially as the New Year approaches.  In this episode I discuss: The importance of leading with intention Honoring the seasons Powerful questions to ask yourself Setting intentions for the new year Powerful process to living intentionally  For full show notes and episode resources head to: https://ericalippy.com/leading-with-intention/ Download 'My Intentional Year' HERE ==> Grab free download PDF of all 44 Lessons: https://bit.ly/44powerfullessons Erica Lippy | Website  Follow me on Social Media: Listen on YouTube Your Host: @ericalippy Podcast: @passionlovepursuit PASSION LOVE PURSUIT PODCASTS: https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/

This week is the continuation from last week's episode of 24 Powerful Life Lessons Learned That Can Radically Change Your Life. Today, I share the remaining 20 lessons learned in 44 years of my personal evolution and growth. If you happened to miss the previous episode, don’t worry as there is no specific order, so after listening to this one just head over to previous episode on the show. In this episode I discuss: Wherever You Go, There You Are  You Can't Give from an Empty Cup Do Things That Make You Come Alive Honor the Seasons You Are In It's Never Too Late and more... For full show notes and episode resources head to: https://ericalippy.com/20-impactful-life-lessons/ Listen to Part One episode: https://ericalippy.com/24-powerful-life-lessons/ ==> Grab free download PDF of all 44 Lessons: https://bit.ly/44powerfullessons Podcast episode references: Episode with Peter Crone Episode with Don Miguel Ruiz Jr. Erica Lippy | Website  Follow me on Social Media: Listen on YouTube Your Host: @ericalippy Podcast: @passionlovepursuit PASSION LOVE PURSUIT PODCASTS: https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/

Today's episode, it will not only be a special one because it's a solo episode, but also because of the valuable lessons I am sharing that I have personally learned through my journey of growth.  I believe each and everyone of us will take away at least a few that really resonate and can serve us in becoming our highest self. Since last week I turned 44, I will be sharing 44 lessons that I only wished I learned sooner. Although I will be breaking up this episode into two parts. Today’s episode consists of 24 of these powerful life lessons. Next week's episode will include the remaining 20. I hope by sharing my personal lessons that it might give you a different perspective on life and whatever you might be going through. I believe life is always teaching us lessons to help guide us in becoming our most highest, vibrant and authentic self so that we are living in alignment with the calling that God has placed on our hearts.  In this episode I discuss: Everything in life is a mirror You are your only limitation Your health is your greatest wealth Changing Your Perspective to Change Your Life Radical responsibility will change your life and more... For full show notes and episode resources head to:https://ericalippy.com/24-powerful-life-lessons/ Erica Lippy | Website  Follow me on Social Media: Listen on YouTube Your Host: @ericalippy Podcast: @passionlovepursuit PASSION LOVE PURSUIT PODCASTS: https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/

In this episode with my guest, Meghan Hayden, we discuss how we can build sustainable strength, performance, and functionality so that we can perform optimally well into our later years of life. We discuss the biggest struggle in obtaining and sustaining fitness and health goals, the importance of motivation and goal setting, the benefits of functional training and key moves to ensure functionality.  Meghan Hayden is a Division 1 soccer player turned athletic strength and conditioning coach based in NYC. She is passionate about educating and guiding others how to perform optimally at work and in life. She believes everyone should train to be able to do the things they love, for as long as possible. Growing up with parents older than most grandparents, she was constantly reminded from a young age how precious life is, and how important it is to live in a body that functions for you and enhances your life rather than holds you back.  Meghan's journey as an athletic strength and conditioning coach is deeply rooted in her belief that everyone deserves to thrive in their pursuits, uninhibited by physical constraints. She is the Founder of Take Off With Meg which is A personalized program remote based, tailored to your preferences, fitness level and body requirements. Specialties include grounded movement, athletic strength and conditioning, event prep, long-term sustainable wellness and includes Personalized Meal Plan with Shopping List In this episode we discuss: Functional Training: Key Moves for Functionality Gaining Muscle While Losing Weight Incorporating Intermittent Workouts How to Sustain Fitness and Health Goals What we should you focus on besides nutrition and fitness for losing weight For full show notes and episode resources head to: https://ericalippy.com/meghan-hayden/ Meghan Hayden | Website , Instagram, Linktree Join Take Off With Meg Follow me on Social Media: Listen on YouTube Your Host: @ericalippy Podcast: @passionlovepursuit PASSION LOVE PURSUIT PODCASTS: https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/  

For anyone looking to improve their overall health and they are looking for the best tools that will give the best bang for the buck, today's conversation will be a deep dive into one powerful tool that will improve all your core functional systems in your body This tool will improve your gut health, sleep, circulation, heart health, mental clarity, detoxification, stress reduction, clearer skin, reduced inflammation and more. We discuss the importance of using an infrared sauna and light therapy.  Welcome on the show Connie Zack, she is the co-founder of Sunlighten, the world leader in infrared sauna and light therapy. Inspired by her brother's health transformation through infrared sauna use, Connie and her husband, Aaron, left successful pharmaceutical careers to found Sunlighten 25 years ago. Their visionary leadership, grounded in light science and research-backed innovations, revolutionized the infrared sauna industry and guided the company to global prominence. As an infrared light trailblazer, Connie's belief in the power of collaborative partnerships paved the way for infrared/red light industry-wide education on the benefits, now a common practice.    In this episode she shares her journey of how infrared saunas and light therapy transformed her brother's health and inspired her to bring this technology to the world. She emphasizes the importance of detoxing in today's toxic environment and explains how infrared saunas can help mobilize and eliminate toxins from the body through deep sweating. Connie also discusses the difference between traditional saunas and infrared saunas, highlighting the unique benefits of infrared heat and light therapy.  In this episode we talk about: The Importance of Detoxing and Heavy Metal Removal Infrared Saunas vs. Traditional Saunas The Benefits of Infrared Sauna Skin Health and Detoxification Understanding Near Infrared and Red Light Eye Health and EMFs and more For full show notes and episode resources head to: https://ericalippy.com/connie-zack/ Connie Zack & Sunlighten | Website , Instagram, YouTube Get $600 off Sunlighten products: Use Code EricaL Functional lab testing Get a hair mineral analysis test / Discount : ERICAL 10% Follow me on Social Media: Listen on YouTube Your Host: @ericalippy Podcast: @passionlovepursuit PASSION LOVE PURSUIT PODCASTS: https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/

Excited to welcome back onto the show my guest to have a conversation about one of the strongest healing modalities we know today. That modality and tool, not only is free, but accessible to us all…which is breathwork. My guest will simply and magnify the powerful practice of using breath to transform and move energy so that you can relieve stress, anxiety, and fear. Samantha Skelly is the founder and CEO of the multi-million dollar Breathwork and Wellness company, Pause Breathwork. She’s a highly sought-after international speaker, best-selling author, and coaching expert with a heart-centered approach to life and business. A leading authority on trauma healing and stress release, Samantha has made it her life’s mission to rid the world of anxiety so people can thrive using the power of their breath.  She has trained and certified nearly 1,000 people in 27 countries in the power of breathwork, and thousands more are using the Pause Breathwork Mobile App worldwide. Her sustainable healing solutions have revolutionized the self-help industry, challenging the old “Band-Aids on bullet wounds” approach that kept people trapped in the yo-yo effect.  In this episode we talk about: The Power of Breathwork in Returning to Ourselves Managing Stress and Calming the Nervous System Giving Yourself Permission to Live on Your Own Terms The Healing Power of Breathwork How We Can Get Back Into Alignment For full show notes and episode resources head to: https://ericalippy.com/samantha-skelly2/ Samantha Skelly | Website , Instagram, Pause Breathwork Can't Be Contained Podcast Pause Breathwork Pause Breathwork App Follow me on Social Media: Listen on YouTube Your Host: @ericalippy Podcast: @passionlovepursuit PASSION LOVE PURSUIT PODCASTS: https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/

David Ghiyam is a self-made millionaire at 15-years-old, he was immersed in the investment world and medical field before experiencing a roller coaster ride on the financial spectrum. With his vast insight, he is a catalyst for people to realize that abundance and fulfillment begin on the inside with a strong spiritual practice. One of the leading Kabbalah Center (TKC) teachers in the world, and a full-time volunteer, his understanding of self-transformation and global change are what contribute to his tremendous success. Also he is the Co-Founder of one of the fastest growing health and wellness companies in the ecommerce space, Mary Ruth Organics.  David explains that Kabbalah is universal, ancient, spiritual wisdom that explains the reason why our souls came down to this world and how we can achieve fulfillment. Kabbalah is not a religion and can be followed by people of any religious beliefs. It is considered the spiritual backbone of all major religions.  In todays episode we talk about: Letting Go of Attachments and Overcoming Limiting Beliefs Overcoming our Doubts and Embracing Certainty The Biggest Block to Receiving What We Desire Prospering in Relationships and Love The Destructive Power of Gossip and Evil Speech The Powerful Wisdom He Leaves Us With and much more For full show notes and episode resources head to: https://ericalippy.com/david-ghiyam/ David Ghiyam | Website , Instagram, Facebook Kabbalah One on-demand Learn more Follow me on Social Media: Listen on YouTube Your Host: @ericalippy Podcast: @passionlovepursuit PASSION LOVE PURSUIT PODCASTS: https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/

Jessica Zweig returns on the show to share the transformation journey that led her into rediscovering her light by returning to the darkness that led her to massive burnout, depression, and ultimately a lack of fulfillment and joy in her success and the life she created. We talk about her new book, The Light Work; Reclaim your feminine power, live your cosmic truth, and illuminate the world.   Jessica Zweig is a #1 best selling author, serial entrepreneur, Founder of the SimplyBe agency, and a business, branding, and spiritual coach for women worldwide, She's been described as a “voice of her time” by Marianne Williamson and named a “Personal Branding expert” by Forbes. She's the host of the top ranked business and spirituality podcast, “The Spiritual Hustler,” and has been featured on over 100 podcasts, She’s been seen on Inc. Fox, Abc, Nbc, Thrive Global, Girlboss.com, and more as an expert on how an authentic personal brand is the key to a more successful career.  In the episode we talk about:  Embracing both light and dark aspects of ourselves is essential for personal growth and self-acceptance. Cultivating joy as a daily practice The key to avoiding burnout Living in alignment with our true essence. Reclaiming parts of us that feel lost  For full show notes and episode resources head to: https://ericalippy.com/jessica-zweig2/ Jessica Zweig | Website , Instagram, Linkedin Buy her book: The Light Work  Breakthrough To A New You (virtual event) Work With Jessica Zweig The Spiritual Hustler Podcast Follow me on Social Media: Listen on YouTube Your Host: @ericalippy Podcast: @passionlovepursuit PASSION LOVE PURSUIT PODCASTS: https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/

Today's conversation will help you understand the importance of attachment theory and how this influences the outcome in our relationships. Within this conversation you will learn what these attachment styles are and how each one uniquely influences how we react in a relationship. Then how can we learn a new way of attaching and moving into secure attachment.  My guest is Charisse Cooke is an attachment-based psychotherapist and author with over twenty years experience in relationship dynamics. She is also an online educator with a mission to mend the fabric of relationships through understanding and emotional resilience. Charisse’s approach to therapy is deeply rooted in adult attachment theory, offering a compassionate lens through which to view and transform one’s relational universe.  Charisse discusses attachment theory and its importance in understanding our attachment style. We explore the four main attachment styles and the patterns that show up in our relationships based on our attachment style, in which we learn how these patterns are influenced by our upbringing. Charisse emphasizes the need to take responsibility for our own patterning and rewrite a new narrative. She stresses the importance of self-love, self-trust, and self-respect in developing healthy boundaries and asserting ourselves.  In this episode we talk about: Understanding Attachment Theory and Its Importance The Four Attachment Styles Patterns in Relationships Based on Attachment Style The Power of Awareness and Choice in Changing Patterns Unlearning Behaviors and Moving into a Secure Attachment  The Impact of Partner Choice on Our Nervous System The Importance of Emotional Regulation in Relationships For full show notes and episode resources head to:https://ericalippy.com/charisse-cooke/ Charisse Cooke | Website , Instagram, YouTube Buy her book: The Attachment Solution The New Behaviours course Follow me on Social Media: Listen on YouTube Your Host: @ericalippy Podcast: @passionlovepursuit PASSION LOVE PURSUIT PODCASTS: https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/