Everyday Elevations With Jason Fricka

Everyday Elevations With Jason Fricka

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Everyday Elevations With Jason Fricka episodes

  • Leading by Example: How to Become a Role Model for Your Children and Foster Positive Behavior with Kathy Bowers

    In this episode of Everyday Elevations, host Jason Fricka interviews parenting life coach Kathy Bowers about techniques for effective parenting. Kathy shares stories and strategies from her over 20 years of experience working with families and children in social services. Listeners can expect to learn tips on communication, discipline, quality time, and more.
    Kathy Bowers is a parenting life coach who runs her own online business called Lifechange Coaching. She specializes in supporting parents struggling with parenting techniques to meet their children's needs. Kathy has over 20 years of experience working in social care with children and families. She is also a massage therapist and Reiki practitioner.

    Find Kathy Bowers:

    https://www.facebook.com/lifesoothehttps://www.instagram.com/kathybowers50/https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathy-bowers-43555b176/https://www.life-change-coaching.co.uk

    Key Discussion Points:
    - Techniques for clear, age-appropriate communication with children
    - Importance of consistency with discipline and routines
    - Being mindful of adult conversations children may overhear
    - Praising good behavior and giving children attention
    - Not comparing your parenting ability to other parents
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    44 min
  • From Gut to Great: Unleashing the Power of a Healthy Gut for Holistic Wellness

    In this episode of Everyday Elevations, host Jason Fricka provides an in-depth look at gut health - explaining what the gut microbiome is, how it impacts physical and mental health, common gut issues, and practical tips for improving gut health. Listeners can expect to gain a better understanding of the crucial role our gut plays and actionable ways to support gut health.
    Main Discussion Points:
    - What is the gut microbiome and why is it important? (00:00:40)
    - How does our diet shape the gut microbiome? (00:02:21)
    - The influence of gut health on mental and physical wellbeing (00:03:48)
    - The role of probiotics and prebiotics for gut health (00:06:00)
    - Common gut health issues like IBS and SIBO (00:07:34)
    - Practical steps to improve gut health (00:08:42)
    Key Quotes:
    "This vibrant community inside us, as I like to call it, is deeply influenced by what we eat. Every bite is a conversation with these microscopic little inhabitants." (00:02:30)
    "It's not just about avoiding discomfort or bloating. It's about supporting our mental clarity, our emotional balance, and our resilience against diseases." (00:05:42)
    "Staying hydrated is key to keeping your digestive system running smoothly." (00:09:22)

    12 min
  • Finding Sobriety: Overcoming Addiction and Embracing a Healthy Lifestyle with Brian Romain

    In this interview, Jason talks with his friend Brian Romain about Brian's inspiring story of overcoming alcohol addiction. Listeners will gain insights into Brian's journey from a "normal" upbringing to heavy alcohol abuse in his 20s, and ultimately getting clean and sober. Brian shares open and honest details of his struggles, what finally prompted him to get help, and how he rebuilt his life after rehab.
    Main Discussion Points:
    - Brian had a fairly typical childhood growing up in Overland Park, Kansas (00:01:02)
    - Early experiences with sexual abuse and exposure to "nefarious items" as a child planted seeds leading to using alcohol to cope later in life (00:01:24)
    - Heavy partying, drug and alcohol use started around age 19 when Brian moved away to attend college in Minneapolis (00:01:45)
    - By his mid 20s, Brian was drinking every day, often to the point of blacking out, struggling to hold down jobs (00:02:27)
    - Got his first DUI at age 23; moved to Colorado shortly after and the heavy drinking continued (00:02:52)
    - Got a second DUI in 2018 which led to medical issues; went through cycles of brief sobriety and relapse (00:03:09)
    - After another DUI in 2020, Brian finally committed to rehab and has been clean and sober since Sept. 2020 (00:04:29)
    - Shares perspective on not having regrets about his "wasted youth" and focusing energy into helping others going through similar struggles (01:05:11)
    Guest Bio:
    Brian Romain is an entrepreneur, podcast host, and founder of Project Helping, a non-profit focused on addiction recovery and mental health. After overcoming his own struggles with alcohol addiction, Brian is dedicated to spreading more awareness and support for those battles. His mission is to help people optimize their physical, mental, and social health.
    Key Quotes:
    "I truly went through that much change. I burned my old self and came anew." (00:17:34)
    "Your vibe attracts your tribe and the way you put yourself in the world are going to magnet those people towards you. So be a good example for yourself to represent for your community." (00:28:17)
    "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take." (Wayne Gretzky) (00:31:54)

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    1 hr 35 min
  • From Vision to Reality: Unlocking Your Potential for Holistic Wellness with Andrea Mason

    In this episode of "Everyday Elevations", host Jason Fricka interviews motivational speaker and life coach Andrea Mason. They discuss manifesting your dream life, taking personal inventory of how others perceive you, celebrating small daily wins, and more strategies around goal-setting and elevating yourself.

    Guest Bio:

    Andrea Mason is a certified global motivational speaker and coach under Les Brown. She is the host of the podcast "Unleashing the Champion Within", CEO of Press Play Plan Life According to You, LLC, and author of the book "Victim to Victorious".
    Andrea Mason's Affiliate Links:

    Andrea Mason | Your Global Voice | Alumna of Dr. Les Brown |

    CEO of Press PLAY Plan Life According to You LLC


     My Website: Press PLAY Plan Life According to You LLC

     http://www.andreamasons.com  


     My Personal Blog: Blog | Andrea Mason Press PLAY Plan Life According to You | United States (andreamasons.com)


     My Social Media Handles: 

     linktr.ee/andreamasonpressplay  


    My Book: Victim to Victorious:

     https://a.co/d/5nceOsP


    My YouTube Channel:(28) Andrea Mason : Went From Victim to

    Victorious - YouTube

     My Instagram Page:

                 Andrea Mason (@am.andreamasons) • Instagram photos and videos


    My Facebook Page:  Facebook

    My Email:  [email protected]


    My Podcast: Unleashing the Champion Within: Seasons 1 - 3

     Unleashing the Champion Within


    My Gift To You: FREE GIFT & APPRECIATION | Andrea M: Press PLAY (andreamasons.com)

    Global Ambassador: Details Upcoming in 2024: My Added On Tribal Nation: Empower2Recover 

    Main Discussion Points:
    - How to create an actionable plan for manifesting the life you truly want (00:02:49)
    - Taking a mindful pause to gain clarity and change directions (00:12:08)
    - Learning to celebrate small daily accomplishments (00:28:49)
    - Getting honest feedback from others on how you are perceived (00:34:11)
    - Overcoming trauma and adversity to build your legacy (00:40:45)
    Key Quotes:
    "It starts with a vision, but a vision is created by carving out your own identity through life's adversities and taking small steps, step by step, every step of the way back to you." (00:05:21)
    "Take a second. Go ahead. I do this every year at the end of the year, but now I'm doing it daily. Reflect on what you've done for that day and be grateful and say, how can I make it a little bit better tomorrow?" (00:18:34)
    "Be brave enough to celebrate. Why? Because it'll make you go further in life and empower others." (00:30:32)

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    52 min
  • The Power of Human Connection: Healing Trauma and Building Meaningful Relationships With Dr. Rani Thanacoody

    In this episode of Everyday Elevations, host Jason Fricka interviews Dr. Rani Thanacoody about human connection and how we can connect better with ourselves and others. Dr. Thanacoody shares insights from decades of research and clinical experience about trauma, healing, purpose, and living an abundant life.

    Main Discussion Points:
    - The importance of human connection, starting from birth and throughout life's journey
    - How trauma and dysfunctional families can lead to disconnection
    - Healing trauma through connection with supportive people and communities
    - Staying present through connecting with ourselves, others, nature
    - Dangers of technology/social media addiction and disconnection
    - Investing in our own growth and transformation to then uplift others
    Guest Bios:
    Dr. Rani Thanacoody is an international researcher, speaker, and author with over 20 years focusing on stress, wellbeing and inspiration. She is also a clinical hypnotherapist, relationship coach, and spiritual practitioner helping clients heal trauma and reconnect with their purpose.
    Key Quotes:
    "When we are connected, when we bond, like when you bond with your family at Thanksgiving, at Christmas, you feel safe. You feel you are in a safe environment." (Dr. Thanacoody, timestamp 00:07:10)
    "The greatest love, Oscar Wilde say the greatest romance that will ever exist is about loving yourself first. Because when your cup is full, then you are ready to open up and to give to everybody around you." (Dr. Thanacoody, timestamp 00:33:26)
    "You are the magician of your life. God has given us all the tools. And it's up to you now, up to each one of us, to discover those talents so that we can live an abundant life." (Dr. Thanacoody, timestamp 00:39:38)

    48 min
  • From Restless Nights to Blissful Dreams: Your Guide to Conquering Sleep Troubles With Ally Mona

    Intro:

    In this episode of Everyday Elevations, Jason interviews Ally Mona, a former insomniac turned certified aromatherapist and wellness coach. They explore the importance of quality sleep, the impact of poor sleep on our health, and Ally's journey to regain her own sleep after 6 years of insomnia.
    Key Discussion Points:
    - The negative impacts of poor sleep on cognitive function, mood, heart health, weight, and more (00:08:10)
    - Using diet, supplementation, stress management, and sleep hygiene tactics to improve sleep quality (00:21:49)
    - Ally's "desperate" routine to retrain her sleep patterns over 3 months (00:34:57)
    - Managing technology and screens before bedtime (00:43:41)
    - Supplements like melatonin and essential oils for sleep struggles (00:46:00)
    Guest Bios:
    Ally Mona - Former insomniac who retrained her sleep after 6 years of struggle. Now a certified aromatherapist and health/wellness coach who helps clients improve their sleep naturally.
    Key Quotes:
    "Sleep is the thing that is the very tip of the iceberg. It's not those bottom layers of the iceberg, all those bottom layers of how well we eat, how well we manage, our stress, how much movement we're doing, all those lifestyle pieces." (00:03:21)
    "When you focus on the bottom of the iceberg, the top of the iceberg fixes itself. It really can." (00:03:38)
    "Your body repairs the body. This is everything from blood vessels to the immune system, okay? It uses the sleep as a time for repair." (00:15:20)

    Facebook.com/Allison.mona

    Instagram.com/positivelyallymona 

    1 hr 23 min
  • Understanding the Complexity of Grief: Insights from Desiree Doucet

    Intro:
    In this episode, certified professional coach and grief educator Desiree Doucet shares practical tips for coping with grief during the holidays. She discusses the nature of grief, how to support grieving loved ones, taking care of yourself while grieving, and finding light amidst loss.
    Guest Bio:
    Desiree Doucet is a certified professional coach and certified grief educator. She trained with grief expert David Kessler and completed a grief movement class with Paul Denison. Her own grief journeys led her to help others navigate grief.
    Main Discussion Points:
    - Grief reminders during holidays (timestamp 00:01:19)
    - Grief as a series of events, not a single event (00:01:10)
    - The exhausting nature of grief (00:13:40)
    - Coping through spiritual practices like rosaries/mantras (00:15:21)
    - Supporting grieving loved ones by listening without judgement (00:31:06)
    - Finding moments of connection and joy, even during grief (00:23:05)
    - The uniqueness of each grief journey (00:41:23)
    Key Quotes:
    "It's okay to not be okay, but be open to these moments of connection." (00:02:59)
    "You've got to feel so that you can heal." (00:20:57)
    "I'm so thankful that I had something so incredible that makes saying goodbye hard." - Winnie the Pooh (00:53:08)


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    How to Reach Desire Doucet:

    Main website: https://desireedoucet.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/desiree.doucet/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/desireedoucetcoach
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/desireedoucet/

    ***FREEBIE ALERT*****
     "Understanding Grief: 12 Essential Insights", anyone may download it here: https://desireedoucet.com/understanding_grief/

    58 min
  • The Mindset Mastery Method with Jaylin Knight

    In this episode of Everyday Elevations, join us as we dive into a conversation with Jaylin Knight, a remarkable weight loss mindset coach. Learn how to tackle weight loss through a holistic approach, focusing on mental fitness and mindfulness. Perfectly timed as we prepare for New Year resolutions, this episode is a treasure trove of insights for sustainable health changes.
    Jaylin Knight is a Weight Loss Mindset Coach helping women to finally lose the weight for good without dieting.

    ​She uses her unique Mindset Mastery Method ​which focuses on using Mental Fitness to get to the root cause of why women are struggling to lose weight rather than focusing on conventional methods like calorie counting and ​these methods are proven to have longer term results all while making women feel positive about themselves beyond the number that's showing up on the scale. 


    Key Takeaways:

    • The critical role of mindset in achieving and sustaining weight loss.
    • Importance of mental fitness in overall health and wellness.
    • Practical mindfulness techniques to improve eating habits and lifestyle choices.
    • The need for individualized approaches in weight loss journeys.
    • The power of understanding and modifying personal 'whys' to maintain motivation.


      • FREEMIUMS:

      End The Food Guilt Guide https://coaching.bootiquefitness.com/end-guilt

      • Savor your meals without guilt.

      • Transform your experience eating with simple, effective mindfulness techniques.

      • Create a positive relationship with food for sustainable weight loss.

        • Links for Jaylin Knight:

        https://bootiquefitness.com/

        https://www.instagram.com/iamjaylinknight/

        https://www.facebook.com/jaylinsknight/

        https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaylinknight/


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        43 min
      • Your Gift is Your Purpose with Dr. David Scheiner

        In this episode, David shares his path from chiropractic to spiritual guidance, emphasizing the importance of listening, being present, and observing oneself. Discover the transformative advice that shaped his life and how you can apply these principles to yours.

        Dr. David Scheiner is a multi-faceted professional – a chiropractor, spiritual intuitive guide, meditation teacher, growth shop leader, author, and speaker. His journey is marked by personal discovery and a deep commitment to helping others find their path to personal fulfillment.

        Main Talking Points:

        1. Early Life and Spiritual Awakening:

          • David’s exposure to Native American spirituality and self-inquiry from a young age.

          • Chiropractic Career:

            • His journey through chiropractic college and the development of wellness programs for major corporations.

            • Transition to Life Coaching:

              • The influence of NLP and spiritual teachers in shaping his path as a transformational life coach.

              • The Art of Listening:

                • David’s perspective on listening as a superpower and its significance in personal growth.

                • Observing the Self:

                  • The advice to observe oneself as a machine, understanding reactions and judgments, and the importance of self-awareness.

                  • Finding Your Gift and Purpose:

                    • Practical steps to discovering one’s unique talents and aligning them with what the world needs.

                    • Gratitude and Universal Connection:

                      • How gratitude acts as a state of universal connection and receivership.

                        1. Listening as a Superpower:

                          • The transformative power of genuinely listening to others and oneself.

                          • Observation and Self-Awareness:

                            • The importance of being an observer in life to understand and improve oneself.

                            • The Role of Gratitude:

                              • Embracing gratitude to achieve a state of connection and abundance.

                              • Identifying Personal Talents:

                                • A structured approach to recognizing one's talents and aligning them with global needs.

                                • Practical Steps to Finding Purpose:

                                  • A clear, actionable guide to discovering one’s purpose through self-reflection and understanding unique abilities.

                                    • Key Takeaways:Listening as a Superpower:

                                      • The transformative power of genuinely listening to others and oneself.

                                      • Observation and Self-Awareness:

                                        • The importance of being an observer in life to understand and improve oneself.

                                        • The Role of Gratitude:

                                          • Embracing gratitude to achieve a state of connection and abundance.

                                          • Identifying Personal Talents:

                                            • A structured approach to recognizing one's talents and aligning them with global needs.

                                            • Practical Steps to Finding Purpose:

                                              • A clear, actionable guide to discovering one’s purpose through self-reflection and understanding unique abilities.


                                                • Find Dr. David Scheiner's book, "Train of Transformation: How Forgiveness, Love, Acceptance, Gratitude, and Surrender Will Transform Your Life" at the link below:

                                                Train of Transformation: How... by Scheiner, David K (amazon.com)

                                                If you are looking for coaching, Dr. David Scheiner mentioned our mutual friend Jon Samnick as a wonderful resource to reach out to. Here is his website:

                                                The Pivot Coach | Transformation Wasn't Meant to Happen Alone

                                                45 min
                                              • Embracing Your Unique Design: A Deep Dive into Human Design with Lori Lisai

                                                Join us in an in-depth conversation with Lori Lisai, a Human Design Coach. Discover the power of human design in guiding personal and career decisions, and how it helps in understanding our innate traits and potential. Learn about different energy types, their implications, and how celebrities embody these traits.
                                                Main Talking Points:

                                                1. Lori's Transition from Teaching to Human Design:

                                                  • Lori shares her journey of leaving a beloved teaching career to pursue her passion for human design.
                                                  • The importance of following one's instincts and exploring new paths.

                                                  • Understanding Different Human Design Types:

                                                    • Lori breaks down the five energy types: Generators, Manifesting Generators, Manifestors, Projectors, and Reflectors.
                                                    • Insights into how these types interact with the world and their internal mechanisms.

                                                    • Celebrity Examples and Energy Types:

                                                      • Discussion on how various celebrities like Oprah, Princess Diana, and Tom Hanks embody their human design types.

                                                      • Personal Insights and Advice on Human Design:

                                                        • Lori shares personal anecdotes and advice on embracing human design and its role in decision-making and personal growth.

                                                          • Key Takeaways:

                                                          1. Empowerment Through Self-Discovery:

                                                            • Human design offers a framework for understanding and embracing our innate characteristics and potential.

                                                            • The Importance of Patience in Decision Making:

                                                              • Emphasizing the need to take time in decision-making, especially for those with an emotional authority in their design.

                                                              • Rejecting Societal Pressures:

                                                                • Encouraging listeners to make life choices based on personal fulfillment rather than societal expectations or fears.

                                                                • Living Authentically:

                                                                  • The significance of aligning one's actions with their true nature for a more fulfilling life.


                                                                    • Learn more from Lori Lisai at:

                                                                    Lori Lisai: Zen & Grit | Human Design

                                                                    48 min

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                                                                  Everyday Elevations with Jason Fricka dives deep into the world of holistic health and wellbeing. We offer a blend of expert interviews, personal growth stories, and actionable advice, guiding…