The Ultimate Journey of Self-Care

In this episode, I am joined by Christopher Salem, an experienced business executive coach and professional speaker. We delve into the concept of mental toughness and how it can greatly impact our personal and professional lives.Christopher emphasizes the importance of having a growth mindset, which involves focusing on the present moment and avoiding a fixed mindset or victim mentality. He also discusses the influence of conditioned thinking and fear on our actions and how thinking from intentions rather than expectations can lead to better outcomes.HIGHLIGHTS:06:43 Thinking from intentions vs expectations10:20 Mastering Communication for Alignment and Productivity13:36 Self-Care Practices and Shedding Self-Limiting Beliefs16:11 The Secret of Success: Daily Routine and Consistency19:01 Creating Private Time for Vision Casting and Growth20:22 Progress and Learning from SetbacksCONNECT WITH CHRISTOPHER:ChristopherSalem.comSustainableSuccess.netFacebookInstagramLinkedinALISON'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 therapist Alissa Pease about creating conscious wealth. We discuss challenging our beliefs about money, the role of energy in attracting financial outcomes, and the importance of self-management.Alissa emphasized understanding our relationship with money and setting intentions for change. We also touch on overcoming fear and anxiety, adopting an abundance mindset, and the significance of self-worth.Alissa shares strategies for reframing our money story and suggests seeking guidance from coaches or therapists. We explore different approaches to finances and stress the importance of patience and self-care.HIGHLIGHTS:04:22 The Influence of Childhood Money Memories10:35 Bringing Your Story into Existence18:41 The Struggle of Self-Worth and Comparison21:33 Tips for Reframing Money Stories and Self-Worth28:18 Understanding Behaviors and Inner ProgrammingALISSA'S LINKS:Alissa's websiteConscious Wealth websiteFollow Alissa on InstagramALISON'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, my guest is Matt Archer, D.C., a non-traditional chiropractor who took a skeptical approach to applied kinesiology and has created a breakthrough in muscle testing.We dive into some key issues that Matt has identified through muscle testing, including weak stomach acid due to zinc deficiency, reactions to subsidized foods like dairy, wheat, corn, and soy, blood sugar instability, and vitamin and mineral deficiencies that may go unnoticed. We also talked about the importance of addressing these internal imbalances and deficiencies for optimal health.Listen in for more info on nutrition and exercise, as well as the body's remarkable healing potential.HIGHLIGHTS:02:43 Establishing a clear baseline for muscle testing05:18 The Protocol for Health: Guaranteeing Significant Improvement07:18 The First Protocol: Weak Stomach Acid and Chronic Intestinal Infection10:26 Blood Sugar Instability: Importance of Protein Breakfast and Moderation16:12 The Impact of Overconsumption of Carbohydrates18:04 The Importance of Daily Movement and Activity26:24 The Healing Process BeginsMATT'S LINKS:Archer ChiropracticThe Protocol for Health bookALISON'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 have a conversation with Carina Ramirez Cahan, an entrepreneur from New York and co-founder of Cobalt Rose.We dive into the challenges of starting a business, feeling overwhelmed, and insecure, and the importance of overcoming limiting beliefs. We also touch on the struggle of maintaining a work-life balance when working from home and the constant pressure of addressing customer inquiries promptly.HIGHLIGHTS:02:37 Leaving secure job for entrepreneurship and planning for success05:32 The struggle between comfort and shape in underwire bras08:00 Overcoming mindset obstacles as an entrepreneur14:36 Shifting Mindset: From Defining to Experiencing Anxiety23:42 Reflecting on the Importance of Simple Daily Habits33:22 Challenging our minds to keep them vibrantCARINA'S LINKS:Cobalt Rose websiteFacebookInstagramYouTubeALISON'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

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