The Ultimate Journey of Self-Care

HIGHLIGHTS:08:43 Importance of Small, Active Habits10:02 Starting the Day with Gratitude and Gentle Exercise13:20 Challenging Yourself to Be Active Every Day19:41 Creating a High-Performance Living Environment21:54 How to Win in the Present MomentJOSH'S LINKS:ALISON'S LINKS:Check out the ULTIMATE PODCASTSGet your copy of Alison's Retreat ChecklistEMAIL MEVISIT MY WebsiteFIND ME on FacebookFOLLOW ME on TwitterFOLLOW ME on InstagramEXPLORE OUR RETREATS HERE!JOIN OUR GROUP HERE If you are a health/fitness/wellness entrepreneur, or a coachINNOVATION AVENUE: Fitness & Self-Care Revolution on FacebookANDROID USERS leave a REVIEW on PODCHASERAPPLE USERS leave a REVIEW on APPLE PODCASTS

As business owners, we pride ourselves on being ‘busy’.It’s the ‘I should’ mentality which includes being tired, under resourced and can take the energy and joy out of what we do.Meghan French Dunbar is an entrepreneur, author and consultant who had a story that involved all of it until she took a look at all of it, and decided she not only ‘should’ have more, she needed more.In this episode, we talk about the mindset behind doing more, and simple questions and daily hacks to use as a way of examining the process.  HIGHLIGHTS:05:11 Meghan's diverse interests and reasons for exploring different mediums09:14 The pressures and expectations faced by women in business and society13:05 Sacrificing Happiness for Success16:28 Busyness as a Mask for Depression and Discontentment25:45 Prioritizing Family Time over Work28:03 Consistency in sleep schedule as a game-changer32:04 Investing in ourselves through experiences and self-care34:39 The norm of prioritizing results over joy and funMEGHAN'S LINKS:Meghan’s WebsiteLinkedInALISON'S LINKS:Check out the ULTIMATE PODCASTSGet your copy of Alison's Retreat ChecklistEMAIL MEVISIT MY WebsiteFIND ME on FacebookFOLLOW ME on TwitterFOLLOW ME on InstagramEXPLORE OUR RETREATS HERE!JOIN OUR GROUP HERE If you are a health/fitness/wellness entrepreneur, or a coachINNOVATION AVENUE: Fitness & Self-Care Revolution on FacebookANDROID USERS leave a REVIEW on PODCHASERAPPLE USERS leave a REVIEW on APPLE PODCASTS

Do you think about what others will say you did to make your world better?Do you wonder about the traits you have that can been seen as road blocks by others?What if you could create intuitive wisdom within yourself to create the path you truly desire for your life?My guest has her own story about what can potentially get in your way but how it can help you design a life of purpose and meaning that can become your legacy.Julie Noonan is an experienced coach in leadership development, executive coaching and corporate change–but she also has a passion and gift for transitions and how to work with individuals facing big life changes and career transitions.  She especially wants to help champion and better position women for the end of their formal careers and help them discover passions and how to better support the generation of women who are coming behind them.In this episode, she shares a little bit of her story and her vision for creating change and legacy and how the two aren’t mutually exclusive.  HIGHLIGHTS:02:01 Julie shares her journey of starting her own business and helping women find their next big thing03:31 The significance of matriarchs in different cultures and their powerful presence06:29 Helping women express themselves and inviting them into the next version of themselves13:05 Reverse Mentoring: Bridging Generational Gaps16:12 Julie's actionable tipJulie’s links:Julie's websiteJulie’s FB GroupJulie’s email: julie@jnoonanconsulting.comALISON'S LINKS:Check out the ULTIMATE PODCASTSGet your copy of Alison's Retreat ChecklistEMAIL MEVISIT MY WebsiteFIND ME on FacebookFOLLOW ME on TwitterFOLLOW ME on InstagramEXPLORE OUR RETREATS HERE!JOIN OUR GROUP HERE If you are a health/fitness/wellness entrepreneur, or a coachINNOVATION AVENUE: Fitness & Self-Care Revolution on FacebookANDROID USERS leave a REVIEW on PODCHASERAPPLE USERS leave a REVIEW on APPLE PODCASTS

Addictions are relationships with something and they often are not ones that serve us.Developing an addictive relationship with something can signal to us that we aren’t enough on our own, or we must have it in our life to function.Sandra Elia-Taranto is a food addiction counselor, author and public speaker and believes the addiction cycle stems from a belief that we are ‘never enough’.In this episode, she shares her story, and also offers helpful insights into the addiction cycle, along with helpful questions you can use to hold yourself accountable.HIGHLIGHTS02:22 Sandra's Background and Work in Food Addiction Recovery10:13 The Buzz of Normal Foods and Changing Taste Buds16:59 Challenging the Notion of Lack of Willpower and Discipline18:26 The Importance of Positive Internal Dialogue20:20 The power of energy and self-perception22:31 Caring for the physical, mental, and spiritual well-beingSANDRA'S LINKSsandraelia.comHer book: Never Enough (on Amazon)ALISON'S LINKS:Check out the ULTIMATE PODCASTSGet your copy of Alison's Retreat ChecklistEMAIL MEVISIT MY WebsiteFIND ME on FacebookFOLLOW ME on TwitterFOLLOW ME on InstagramEXPLORE OUR RETREATS HERE!JOIN OUR GROUP HERE If you are a health/fitness/wellness entrepreneur, or a coachINNOVATION AVENUE: Fitness & Self-Care Revolution on FacebookANDROID USERS leave a REVIEW on PODCHASERAPPLE USERS leave a REVIEW on APPLE PODCASTS

People believe that once they are a certain age, that some goals and ideas are just not possible. But Age truly can be just a number according to my guest in this episode.Mark Barnes is a former teacher and author–and has as system that he uses to create ‘hacks’ which are simple workarounds to day to day habits and potential obstacles.His ‘Hacking Life after 50’ series is directly tied to health, fitness, longevity and what we do to ‘stick around’.In this episode, he shares is most popular ‘hacks’ to living your best life after 50 complete with tips, ideas and actionable strategies you can implement today.HIGHLIGHTS09:16 Finding Purpose and Maintaining a Momentum Mindset12:59 The Importance of Keeping Active and Strong After 5020:49 Fueling Your Body: Meal Planning and Joyful Eating27:02 Start with small changes in meal planning31:08 Embrace new experiences and continue to learn after 50Mark’s links: www.after50slife.comFB  Hacking Life After 50Book  Hacking Life after 50 (Amazon)ALISON'S LINKS:Check out the ULTIMATE PODCASTSGet your copy of Alison's Retreat ChecklistEMAIL MEVISIT MY WebsiteFIND ME on FacebookFOLLOW ME on TwitterFOLLOW ME on InstagramEXPLORE OUR RETREATS HERE!JOIN OUR GROUP HERE If you are a health/fitness/wellness entrepreneur, or a coachINNOVATION AVENUE: Fitness & Self-Care Revolution on FacebookANDROID USERS leave a REVIEW on PODCHASERAPPLE USERS leave a REVIEW on APPLE PODCASTS

How many times have you beat up on yourself for what you ‘should have’ done? Probably more than you are aware of.Truth is we do it often. We are our own worst critic. It’s like the monkeys are running wild in our heads.In this episode, Lou Henwood (who calls herself the ‘singing zookeeper’) and I talk about some simple strategies for ‘taming the monkeys’ that want to take up space in our heads, and some easy self care tips for taming our own inner critic.  HIGHLIGHTS:01:09 Lou Henwood discusses the concept of the inner critic03:20 The inner critic is made up of different characters06:50 Grounding Techniques for Anxiety Relief15:53 Focusing on Personal Goals and Growth19:08 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs and Anchors23:35 Practicing Self-Compassion and Self-LoveLOU'S LINKS:WebsiteALISON'S LINKS:Check out the ULTIMATE PODCASTSGet your copy of Alison's Retreat ChecklistEMAIL MEVISIT MY WebsiteFIND ME on FacebookFOLLOW ME on TwitterFOLLOW ME on InstagramEXPLORE OUR RETREATS HERE!JOIN OUR GROUP HERE If you are a health/fitness/wellness entrepreneur, or a coachINNOVATION AVENUE: Fitness & Self-Care Revolution on FacebookANDROID USERS leave a REVIEW on PODCHASERAPPLE USERS leave a REVIEW on APPLE PODCASTS

The practice of hot and cold treatments are both well documented with respect to injury recovery, reducing inflammation and overall better wellness results.The use of dry heat, cold water and relaxation time together is fast catching on as a perfect and ideal complement to just about any training regimen.Andrew Lachlan is the visionary and founder of Sauna House, a new boutique concept promoting modality treatments like saunas, cold plunge pools and separate relaxation times, all promoting therapeutic healing and facilitating better health gains through reduced stress, inflammation and potential damage to our bodies.In this conversation we discuss the many health benefits of saunas, using cold water, and the premise behind having ‘relax time’ after each. Regardless of your training outcomes or what you are hoping to accomplish with your health, fitness and movement goals, this episode is packed with all kinds of value around how you can find and create the right combination for you including tips to do at home.HIGHLIGHTS:03:44 Andrew's journey into starting Sauna House and promoting wellness06:10 Discussion on the benefits and challenges of combining sauna and cold therapy08:02 Sauna therapy benefits including cardiovascular health and better sleep10:26 The Neurochemical High and Constriction of Blood Vessels13:03 Safety Precautions of Breathwork in Cold Water23:15 Sauna and Cold Therapy for General Health and WellnessAndrew’s links:WebsiteInstagramFacebookALISON'S LINKS:Check out the ULTIMATE PODCASTSGet your copy of Alison's Retreat ChecklistEMAIL MEVISIT MY WebsiteFIND ME on FacebookFOLLOW ME on TwitterFOLLOW ME on InstagramEXPLORE OUR RETREATS HERE!JOIN OUR GROUP HERE If you are a health/fitness/wellness entrepreneur, or a coachINNOVATION AVENUE: Fitness & Self-Care Revolution on FacebookANDROID USERS leave a REVIEW on PODCHASERAPPLE USERS leave a REVIEW on APPLE PODCASTS

In this episode I speak with Donna Tashchin, a Life Mastery Coach with over 25 years of experience. Donna shares her personal story of overcoming challenges and labels, and highlights the importance of finding harmony between the spirit, soul, and body.We discuss the different forms of self-care and the importance of turning baggage into luggage, reframing our experiences and shifting our mindset.We also discuss the impact of setbacks and difficulties on personal growth and resilience, and the importance of seeking support and help during difficult times.Connect with Donna on her website, where she offers a free guide to create a self-care plan.HIGHLIGHTS:03:21 Finding harmony through personal stories and overcoming identities07:24 Discovering Identity and Self-Reflection in Different Decades11:26 Turning Baggage into Luggage: A Bird's Eye View Process13:09 From Pain to Growth: Embracing Disappointments as Gifts17:13 Finding Meaning in Life's Challenges18:30 Choosing Resilience Over Quitting20:58 The Importance of Small Wins in Achieving Goals22:20 Creating a 15-Minute Miracle Self-Care Plan24:05 Embracing Change and Shifting PerspectivesDONNA'S LINKS:WebsiteHer PodcastALISON'S LINKS:Check out the ULTIMATE PODCASTSGet your copy of Alison's Retreat ChecklistEMAIL MEVISIT MY WebsiteFIND ME on FacebookFOLLOW ME on TwitterFOLLOW ME on InstagramEXPLORE OUR RETREATS HERE!JOIN OUR GROUP HERE If you are a health/fitness/wellness entrepreneur, or a coachINNOVATION AVENUE: Fitness & Self-Care Revolution on FacebookANDROID USERS leave a REVIEW on PODCHASERAPPLE USERS leave a REVIEW on APPLE PODCASTS

Emotions are  energetic thread lines that exist in all of us. They come from our thoughts–which come from the interactions we have in our lives. They don’t exist in a vacuum.But many people don’t have any idea how to define them, work with them and process them.The process of clarifying and working with emotions involves separating them from the reactions we have (can be referred to as ‘triggers’) a process associated with a detoxification of sorts.Sherianna Boyle is an author, coach and business leader and has written multiple books on a subject she refers to as ‘Energy in Action’.In this episode, we talk about her core 3 foundational habits to ‘cleansing’ emotions and getting clarity from what they are simply telling us, and an easy practice you can adopt to help clear your energy spaces and create peace and freedom for yourself.HIGHLIGHTS:02:35 Sherri Anna Boyle's Emotional Detox system and mindset04:23 The CLEANSE system: a 10-minute process to process emotions06:09 Redefining action and the importance of processing emotions08:50 The challenge of distinguishing between reactions and emotions10:57 Cleansing Emotions through Processing Steps13:11 Processing Emotions and Increasing Awareness18:20 The Power of Energy in Action20:10 Shifting Focus from Thoughts to Emotions27:40 The Importance of Long-Term Commitment and ConsistencySherianna’s links: SheriannaBoyle.comSherianna's BooksPodcast: Just ask SpiritALISON'S LINKS:Check out the ULTIMATE PODCASTSGet your copy of Alison's Retreat ChecklistEMAIL MEVISIT MY WebsiteFIND ME on FacebookFOLLOW ME on TwitterFOLLOW ME on InstagramEXPLORE OUR RETREATS HERE!JOIN OUR GROUP HERE If you are a health/fitness/wellness entrepreneur, or a coachINNOVATION AVENUE: Fitness & Self-Care Revolution on FacebookANDROID USERS leave a REVIEW on PODCHASERAPPLE USERS leave a REVIEW on APPLE PODCASTS

Finishing races is more than just a good time, or having the right training plan. It’s about all the little things you put in place to make it all work.Mark Jackson is an entrepreneur, real estate investor and Ironman Triathlete and has a philosophy that he embodies in all of his life.  He’s also a fellow podcast host.Balance the Synergy.  What works in one area of your life, dial it in and replicate it in other areas of your life.In this episode, we talk all about training habits but also the big lessons you learn from challenging yourself.   Ultimately we want to win at the race, and game of life.Listen in to hear all about daily habits, practices and takeaways from doing all the little things that work.HIGHLIGHTS:04:25 - Mark's journey into triathlons and Ironman Races09:02 - Four elements for optimal performance and health12:03 - Rest and early morning routine for productivity and training15:38 - Celebrating race day19:46 - Living the triathlon lifestyle for long-term goals21:39 - Daily inspiration and pursuit of becoming better30:00 - Awakening to gratitude and self-identity32:29 - Arise to liveMark's Links:The Mark JacksonPodcastALISON'S LINKS:Check out the ULTIMATE PODCASTSGet your copy of Alison's Retreat ChecklistEMAIL MEVISIT MY WebsiteFIND ME on FacebookFOLLOW ME on TwitterFOLLOW ME on InstagramEXPLORE OUR RETREATS HERE!JOIN OUR GROUP HERE If you are a health/fitness/wellness entrepreneur, or a coachINNOVATION AVENUE: Fitness & Self-Care Revolution on FacebookANDROID USERS leave a REVIEW on PODCHASERAPPLE USERS leave a REVIEW on APPLE PODCASTS