Earn Your Happy

Fitness experts and coaches, Eric & Chris Martinez, discuss their journey, mindset shifts, and personal growth. They emphasize the importance of an abundant mindset, investing in mentors, and self-awareness. They also highlight the value of vulnerability and gratitude. Listen to their inspiring story and valuable nuggets of wisdom.

As I’ve shared in recent episodes, my plate is currently full ­­– the fullest it’s ever been with the most beautiful, epic things. But here’s the flip side, I still get anxiety around it all and feel overwhelmed. With that in mind, it’s imperative that I find the peace in between the moments of chaos.   Thankfully my husband shared three life-shifting questions from Tim Ferriss with me to help shift my perspective when I feel chaos creeping in. I cannot believe what a game-changer they’ve been in the past week. These questions are to be asked whenever you’re presented with a task that you’re either dreading, nervous about or just plain unsure of how you feel about it. Are you ready? The three questions are:   What would this look like if it were fun? What would this look like if it were easy? What would this look like if it were graceful?   These are the questions asked by those who want to live an epic life. Just the other day, these questions helped me show up for a call as my authentic self. I didn’t pretend to be someone I wasn’t. I approached it with zero expectations and made an authentic connection and the call ended with a surprising (incredible!) outcome. When you incorporate these questions into your life, you’re also inviting in more ease, forgiveness and power to let go of the things that aren’t serving you.   Feel like giving it a whirl? Try asking these questions for a day and let me know how it works for you by sharing under my post. It’s so exciting to share the tools I’ve used and I love to hear how they’re helping you, too!   -- In This Episode You Will Learn:   The three questions that can help you live an epic life Why it’s important to make and have authentic connections What it means to find sustainability   Resources:   Check out my website at http://loriharder.com. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook.

  My guest, health nutritionist and author, Kelly LeVeque and I have been circling each other for quite a while, which makes me so ecstatic that we were finally able to connect. With an early interest in health (it was her favorite class in high school), she went to college and after worked eight years in the cancer and genetics field. During this time, however, Kelly still felt pulled to help others with their nutrition and did so as she was able. It wasn’t until a friend finally told her “enough already,” that she went back to college for nutritional coaching and has been seeing clients full time since 2015.   Kelly truly loves the science behind nutrition and uses the power of it to motivate her clients and elevate their nutrition choices. She admits that she doesn’t believe in eliminating food groups, but does stress the importance of finding the right balance for YOUR body (hint blood sugar plays a big role). We talk about several aspects of this philosophy and you can find even more of them in her new book, Body Love. I related with so much of this conversation and suspect that you will too, so be prepared for your brain to grow a little.     --      Question Highlights: Is there any exercise you do to help yourself get really clear on what you need? When a client has the same issue repeatedly is there something you always look at or are there multiple tests? For people who are stuck, where do you begin? How do you balance the points between sticking to it and sabotage? What are some of the main side effects that you see? Have you ever been addicted to caffeine? What is the biggest myth you’ve run into when looking at intake forms? Do you ever see where you can find joy in experiences versus food? What do you do when you’re seeking comfort? What have you learned about yourself because of eating cleaner?   In This Episode We Talk about: Bio-individuality and Kelly’s pillars of nutritional needs Learning to love yourself at your fit weight Intuitive eating How Kelly uses science to motivate clients The importance and effects of insulin and cortisol Side effects of different foods How science can set you free with your diet Avoiding the drastic “pendulum swings” and finding balance Setting attainable goals What Kelly does to decompress Making healthier replacement comfort foods Taking charge of your health and understanding it How a glucometer works And so much more…   Quotes:   “You have to be willing to change.”   “If you’re balanced and satisfied, you know what you can and can’t do.”   “Little changes become habits.”   “Make it a choice, not a cheat.”   “Blood sugar is an indicator of what’s to come.”   -- Kelly LeVeque is a celebrity nutritionist, wellness expert, and best selling author based in Los Angeles, California. Before starting her consulting business, Be Well By Kelly, she worked in the medical field for Fortune 500 companies like J&J, Stryker, and Hologic, eventually moving into personalized medicine, offering tumor gene mapping and molecular subtyping to oncologists. She received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern California and completed her postgraduate clinical education at UCLA and UC Berkeley. Kelly’s client list includes Jessica Alba, Chelsea Handler, Kate Walsh and Emmy Rossum. Guided by a practical and always optimistic approach, Kelly helps clients improve their health, achieve their goals and develop sustainable habits to live a healthy and balanced life.  She lives in Los Angeles with her husband. Resources: Body Love by Kelly LeVeque  http://bewellbykelly.com IG: @bewellbykelly FB: www.facebook.com/BeWellByKelly --   Check out my website at http://loriharder.com. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook.

Growth doesn’t feel good all the time. I’ve mentioned this before, but over the past couple months it’s been proven even more as I’ve noticed that my career and life are at totally new and different levels. Don’t get me wrong, this all feels amazing…but it’s ALL new things and quite honestly, it’s a bit overwhelming and scary. There is so much that I don’t know about where I’m at and I’ve come to the realization that I need to be OK with that.   “Allow yourself to be where you’re at. Allow yourself to be a beginner.”   This mucky, but glorious spot means more growth is on the horizon. Nothing is ever as it seems and there is always a period of adjustment. Welcome it and enjoy the ride. All those moments that feel awkward and clunky as hell? Embrace them.   “Find the lesson in the resistance.”   Sure, we could stay at the same level year after year, but deep down your spirit doesn’t want that. It craves growth and your life has unlimited levels to achieve. I mean could you imagine staying at the exact same level for the rest of your life? Me neither.   Don’t forget, this isn’t a race. Even if it feels like you’re not moving, or you feel too busy or things are coming and going in your life – be grateful for all of it. Everything is happening for you and you will not miss what was meant for you. Every moment has a purpose, whether it’s to clear space, slow you down or take you to the next level.   Root yourself in the present moment, shift your perspective and find the lesson in it. Believe that everything that is for you will find its way to you – and it will. -- In This Episode You Will Learn:   That growth doesn’t feel good all the time Why it’s OK to feel like a beginner again Why we need resistance for growth   Resources:   Check out my website at loriharder.com. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook.

  This past weekend, I attended an event for the network marking company I’m affiliated with it and it was incredible! Every year around this time I always reflect and am so grateful for the relationships it has brought into my life. I honestly never thought I would be part of this type of company (it took a long time and ton of fear), but despite the nay-sayers and my own initial reservations, I haven’t regretted it for a second.   So if you’re feeling fear around something and/or a pull on your soul, go for it and ignore all the background noise within and outside – I’m living proof. Trust me, after creating a podcast, network marketing and writing a book, I’ve come to trust my soul to guide me in the right direction. But in order to do so, I have to consistently keep chipping away day by day at my goals.   “Consistency trumps everything.”   If you keep showing up and learning, you will go exactly where the message on your soul means for you to go. And this often times means ignoring the protective voices in your head and of others. Ditch the stories that swirl around in your head and choose the thoughts that align with your message. And yes, we ALL have a message (that means you!).   “If you have a pulse, you have a message.”   Your message is as unique as you are, so if you haven’t pinned down exactly what it is, don’t worry, you just need to listen more closely and give it a bit more time. Even if you think that pull is something far too simple… stop and listen. Does it bring you fulfillment or happiness? Ding, ding – you’ve got a winner, and now you must protect it.   Full honesty? It takes a ton of bravery to create boundaries and protect your goals and message. After all, your goals are linked to your happiness. But let’s not forget faith. It is imperative that you have faith throughout the winding process of life.   “Faith is trusting that you’re forgiven in the face of no closure.”   What do I mean by this? Lately, I’ve had to say no to a lot of people who I’ve wanted to say yes to. I’m a people pleaser (old habits die hard), but I work on it every day. Sometimes when I say no or have to leave a conversation abruptly, I feel such guilt and fear that someone will be upset with me. The reality though is that they likely didn’t even notice. And if they did, they either understand or will forget it in a matter of minutes.   “Create boundaries around the things that are leaking your energy.”   Stop leaking your energy by carrying guilt for something that doesn’t exist! Give yourself the gift of closure – forgive and move on. I’m not saying that you won’t have your challenges along the way, but preserve your energy to fulfill your goals/message.   “Big, bold steps take energy and bravery.”   -- In This Episode You Will Learn:   Why we need to create boundaries to protect our goals and message The importance of whole-heartedly having faith and forgiveness How you can gain energy back by getting closure  Resources:   Check out my website at http://loriharder.com. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook.

I don’t know about you, but I love the natural reset that occurs with a new year. It’s a way to reset our intentions and make sure our time and energy are in alignment with our goals. But often times, this extra time and energy never come around because we’ve already taken up the “extra” with anxiety and stressful thoughts that don’t serve us.   So today we’re talking about how we can get more time, energy and willpower. And the simplest (but not necessarily the easiest way) is to clear your mental space.   “Fuel the potential and focus on the possibility.”   This means no focusing on what could go wrong and only focusing on all the amazing things that could go right. Become aware of overwhelming thoughts. And when you feel those thoughts sneaking in redirect them to something positive. What would help you right in that moment? What do you need? A walk outside? A fresh cup of coffee? A talk with a friend? Making a to-do list? Whatever it is, do that. Seriously, find THE smallest thing that helps you feel better.   Next, close the loops! You know all those small, trivial things that happen day after day – let them go! For instance, you’re driving and someone cuts you off. You’re mad, and what could be a quick blip of annoyance turns into 20 minutes of fuming over a person who hasn’t thought twice about it. You just used up 20 minutes of your mental energy – and it didn’t help you (or that person) at all. Use your energy wisely. Use your thoughts to fuel your dreams, and get more drive and willpower. Don’t waste your mental space on a bad driver or something equally as simple.   Now I’m not saying that you can’t ever get mad – it happens! But we must remember to shift out of those low-level (draining) thoughts as quickly as possible. Think of low-level thoughts as energetic sandbags. For each low-level thought, add a sandbag and carry it around. Another low-level thought? Add another… Imagine if we never ditched these energetic sandbags, how weighed down we’d feel.   We need to close the open loops that are draining our mental batteries by forgiving and getting rid of any indecision in the process. Once you do, you’ll replace any pain, indecision, guilt or shame with more peace, ease, space and power in your mind. And I don’t know about you, but that’s my favorite space to be in.   -- In This Episode You Will Learn:   Why the new year is such a great time for a reset How to create more time, energy and space in your brain What it means to close open loops And much more   Resources:   Check out my website at http://www.loriharder.com. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook.

  Don’t be shocked when you hear a male voice as the podcast begins – it’s just my husband Chris, who’s back for another dual podcast! Both of us have been lit over here since ringing in the New Year and we wanted to share some of our thoughts out loud regarding some of the things we’ve been working on going into 2018 (hint: new eCourse coming in the next couple months).   First and foremost, we’ve both done a lot of reassessing and have gotten really clear and laser-focused on what we want to see and do this year – individually and as a couple – both in business and in play. Find out what we’re working to get rid of and what we’re working to align ourselves with more – some things may surprise you! We’re putting it all about there in this super candid conversation – you don’t want to miss it!   --      Questions Asked in This Episode: What was something you loved that we did on New Year’s Eve? What is something you do to get clear on your goals/intentions? What are your mindset blocks? What is one of the rituals that you’re committed to? What are your favorite ways to find tribe? How do you find the energy to keep up with your habits/rituals and how do you stay in the energy to keep doing it? Why should people be unapologetic about their pursuit of wealth and success?   In This Episode We Talk about: Our rituals, how we set goals and how we figure out what the next step will be Getting clear Finding and following the things that light you up Releasing judgment Aligning beliefs with intentions Preventing negative thoughts from taking root and nurturing positive thoughts Chris and Lori’s rituals The importance of boundaries to avoid resentment Finding a tribe that helps you think bigger or reinforce positive thoughts Making tiny adjustments one at a time in order to tackle bigger challenges Why play is such a big deal And so much more…   Quotes:   “Clarity is power.”   “It’s simple, but it’s not easy.”   “Focus on the impact you’re going to make. Anything else robs you of your happiness and the world of your gifts.”   “We don’t find our voice in the easy times.”   “Create tribe for transition.”   “Elevate yourself through the things you enjoy most, which in turn then elevates other people.”   “If it brings you happiness and joy – follow it.”   “Choose possibilities and expansion over fear.”   “Make choices, not excuses.”   “Your version of happy is just that.” -- Resources: Website: http://www.fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind IG: @chriswharder  http://www.Blissproject.info -- Checkout my website at loriharder.com. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook.

Can you believe it? This is my last official quickie of 2017! What a ride 2017 was. And before I get into things here, and no matter what happened, I want you to acknowledge everything that happened – good and bad – and how it’s helped you learn.   Try to reframe the word failure, because it’s not always about winning or failing, it’s about learning or… learning. Yes! Can you we agree to take the word failure out of our vocabulary? As Nelson Mandela once said, “I don’t lose. I either win or learn.”   We need the contrast to help guide us where to go next. Personally, there we several things that I hoped to accomplish or have a different outcome within 2017, but it just made me realize that those dips and darkness were needed to amplify all the good things.   “The failures just tell you what to do next.”   And it was often the opposite of what I thought. Whether you lost a business, a friendship or a relationship, you learned. We are always learning and all the things we learn only help us live in our purpose. But here’s the thing, in order to realize all this, we need to find the courage to go against the grain. We need to say no. We need to do things that challenge what others say is the right thing to do.   You don’t need new goals; you just need to have the courage to say no to things that aren’t elevating your life. And trust me, it’s not going to be easy, but when you really dig deep and think outside the box, you can say truthfully that you lived a life that fully made you expand into the human you were meant to be.   “Step into your courage and into your truth.”   Wishing you abundance and bravery in 2018 – I cannot wait to see you rock your life!   -- In This Episode You Will Learn:   Why failures are part of our success How deeper courage won’t show up until you call upon it Why you don’t necessarily need new goals to live in your highest purpose   Resources:   2018 For the Love of Money Mastermind http://fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind   Check out my website at loriharder.com. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook.

  Photographer, jewelry maker and my guest today, Liana Louzon and I go way back (more than a decade) to my fitness competition days. It’s safe to say that a lot has changed, but one thing that hasn’t changed is the positive, driven and encouraging vibe that she gives off just by speaking with her. Originally from Russia, Liana made her way to Canada at the age of 14 and shares her journey of assimilating and learning a new language. While there were times of struggle, Liana learned to tap into her intuition and has since used that very skill to forge ahead in her creative businesses – namely her jewelry company, Rocking Vibe. If you’re a creative or longing to get MORE creative, be sure to listen in to hear how Liana taps into both her intuition, gets in her “zone,” and as a result creates a springboard for creativity.   --      Questions Asked in This Episode: When you came to Canada and didn’t know the language, what was that like? When did your interest in fitness begin? Where does your immediate response to not only follow your passion but to think big with it come from? What does it feel like when you’re not creating and sharing? When you’re so busy between your business and being a mom, how do you turn the creative light switch on? How do you put your flare on your creativity? What are some things that you’re doing right now that contradict each other, but you love it? Could you share some ways that can help others step into their power? Do you have any anything in your life that you’re struggling with or working through? What are you creating right now with Rocking Vibe and what direction do you want it to go?   In This Episode We Talk about: Liana’s creative journey How non-verbal communication helped Liana What drove Liana to become a photographer How Liana’s desire and passion overrode the fear The importance of becoming intuitive with yourself Liana’s struggle with asking for help Liana’s formula that helps keep that creative switch turned on How Liana gets into the creative zone The challenge of balancing parenting and creativity The value of people watching How crystals can keep you grounded and connected to the material world And so much more…   Quotes:   “Fear means progress is on the rise.”   “Fear is exciting. Show up, trust and choose bravery.”   “Even when I didn’t believe, I knew what I wanted.”   “Knowing your weaknesses is just as important as knowing your strengths.”   “Be intuitive with who you are.”   “Allow yourself to evolve.” -- Born and raised in Moscow, Russia, Liana immigrated to Canada at the age of 14. While learning English as a second language, Liana found that artistry (including her passion for photography as well as jewelry making and beading) helped her feel grounded and became a way of expressing herself as she faced the challenges of life in a new country. As her life evolved, Liana became a mother which ignited her desire to use her passion to contribute to a better future. In the summer of 2014, the idea of Rocking Vibe glimmered in her heart, and it wasn’t long before that spark became a fierce fire and Rocking Vibe was created. Resources: http://Rockingvibe.com FB: facebook.com/rockingvibe IG: @rockingvibe -- Checkout my website at loriharder.com. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook.

  With the New Year a week away, goals and resolutions are at the forefront of everyone’s mind. And while this is a super exciting time of year, it can also be super overwhelming, too. Especially if you don’t feel you were successful with the previous year’s goals. So here’s what I suggest this year (and every year for that matter): Focus on RIGHT NOW, and you’ll figure out the HOW later. “It’s now about the how, it’s about knowing what you desire.” Get clear on one or two goals and make sure they’re in alignment with your desires. Nothing is set in stone so let your feelings guide you. If you’re having trouble getting clear, try sitting for five minutes or more in the morning (or whenever you have the time) and ask yourself, “What would bring me the most joy?” Additionally, “How can I serve others and still bring myself joy?” Sometimes it’s a matter of reframing and refocusing on things that already exist in your life. For me this past year, it was my online Body + Soul Program. I knew I wanted to attract more people into my tribe, but the more I focused on those that I didn’t have, the more lack I felt. So I reframed and focused on the people who I already had. “I manifested more of what I wanted because I was grateful for what I already had.” Focus on what you want. Focus on the those “pop” or “soul hit” moments that make you feel alive while also fulfilling your purpose. Pay attention and let those moments continue to pull you – even if your ego pushes back. There will be resistance, but you can always refocus, reframe and get back in alignment with your true desires. -- In This Episode You Will Learn: Why it’s important to gain clarity on 1 or 2 goals Why you don’t need to focus on the HOW when it comes to your goals Why we must pay attention to our “soul hits”  Resources: Check out my website at http://loriharder.com. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook.