The Ultimate Journey of Self-Care

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

People are motivated differently. Some by achieving success and others by praise and accomplishment.Our culture leads us to believe that being busy is a good thing and will lead to a life of success and contentment. That same lifestyle fosters a belief system that once we achieve something we will find what that success is.But what if we were just defining success through the wrong lens?Lynita Mitchell Blackwell is an accomplished attorney and CPA and published author and reached a point in her career and life where she realized she needed to make some different decisions. She is an intuitive business coach who works with her clients to help them find their inner happiness and build a disciplined practice around making the shift.In this episode, we talk about her process of making a shift through investments in yourself, investments in involving silence, mediation, flow and joy.Lynitas Links:Lynita's WebsiteFacebookInstagramALISON'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

Behavior Change starts with changing habits.Many struggle with adopting new habits or even the simple daily behaviors that lead to a new habit often struggling with the ‘should haves’, which eventually robs us of our confidence.When we find some consistency with simple habits, or even making different decisions, much like a workout program, we get ‘reps’ in, and that helps us form the belief we are not only capable, but successful.Behavior change stems from 3 key pieces: Motivation, ability to do something that leads to the desired change, and prompts which allow us to follow through.Julie DeLucca-Collins is a Business and Life Strategy coach and after a 20 year corporate career, became a Certified Tiny Habits Coach, and a podcast and radio show host.In this episode, we discuss the nuts and bolts of changing habits, and how we can not just  make changes, but the best ways to stay consistent.Julie’s LInks:www.goconfidentlycoaching.comHer Podcast:  Casa De Confidence FB: https://www.facebook.com/jdeluccaLinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/goconfidentlyjulie/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

Purpose. Some spend a life time trying to find it. Others may find it, but once they become disconnected from it they run into problems.Our purpose is that ‘thread’ that is connected to all we do.Lorraine Schuchart is a brand strategist and story teller and helps her clients create the strategic pieces in their work and their personal lives so that their purpose is being fulfilled.Self care is a BIG piece of that and exists from the top down.In this episode, we talk about what pieces go into finding purpose and ideas and strategies to help ‘pull the purpose thread’ into all of what you do.Lorraine’s Links:www.prosperforpurpose.comIG:  @lorraineschuchartLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorraineschuchart/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

Burnout literally has 1000 Faces.You may think it’s caused by doing certain things and you are partially right.But it’s truly MORE the result of the things you aren’t doing, on a regular basis and it ALL shows up in numerous ways. One of the BIGGEST ways it shows up is in how you utilize your energy.Zach White worked in corporate before living his own burnout story and left and created his own company after his identity shifted.In this episode we talk about his process of how he did it, what changes he made, and what he believes to be the biggest needle movers that helped him form a better relationship with himself.Zach’s links:His podcast:  The Happy Engineer PodcastText 55444 for a free sessionALISON'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 literally held yourself hostage with a bad habit?  Likely often.But what if you were doing this in your sleep?Alex Neist is a former pro athlete whose personal story inspired him to begin to start a company to help not only improve the quality of sleep but also the habits that go with it.One is snoring via mouth breathing.His own story and struggle with it led him to create a unique product—mouth tape–which helps with improving breathing AND sleep.In this episode we talk about his struggles, and he offers tips aimed at helping you accomplish better breathing patterns so you can sleep well.Alex’s Links:www.hostagetape.comIG:  @hostagetapeALISON'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

Prioritizing yourself is KEY to effectively being able to shine light on what you offer in all areas of your life.For so many of us, that may seem like a stretch. We all have a collective ‘unconscious’ which holds us back and it holds our stories, and all our limiting thoughts.  It literally is a good part of who we are.But when you literally shift your identity–in THREE key areas–you can truly OWN all of what you are.Karen Yankovich–a fellow podcast host– is an expert in this area after a career in sales and in this episode we talk about the process of shifting your identify in your personal and business life.Karen’s links:LinkedInGood Girls Get Rich podcast:  www.goodgirlsgetrich.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