Joy Before Fear

This Monday Mindset Snack continues the weekly mini-series from Joy Before Fear.

Stacey shares three quick mindset snacks to help you start your week grounded, strong, and radiant:

Be Bold — Boldness is a daily practice of showing up in your truth — through your body, your voice, your choices, and your self-talk. It’s not about being loud or reckless; it’s about being real, compassionate, and aligned, even when your voice shakes.

Stand in Your Power — It isn’t about control; it’s about connection — first with yourself, then with others. It grows through consistency: speaking your truth, setting boundaries, honoring your body, and remembering you are your own source of strength.

Shine Your Light / Be the Lighthouse — When you live boldly and stand in your power, your light naturally shines brighter. Be the steady, imperfect light that helps guide others through their storms — and allow others to guide you when your own light needs tending. We thrive and shine together.

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Be Bold. Put Your Health First. You Got This. Choose Joy Before Fear.

This first Monday Mindset Snack kicks off a new weekly mini-series from Joy Before Fear.

Stacey shares three quick mindset shifts to start your week strong:

Trust Reflection / Take the Action — Borrow belief from those who see your potential and take the step anyway.

Be the Mirror — Reflect belief back to others so they can borrow it too.

Small Actions Build Consistency — Go small and go consistent; big goals grow from repeatable steps.

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Be Bold. Put Your Health First. You Got This. Choose Joy Before Fear.

In this episode of Joy Before Fear, Stacey shares practical ways to make healthcare appointments less stressful and more effective. She talks about tracking symptoms, writing down questions, and bringing someone you trust so you don’t have to navigate it all alone. Stacey also digs into the lack of attention to women’s health, especially around perimenopause and menopause, and why finding a practitioner who has taken the time to get certification in evidence-based practices and science is critical for advocating for yourself during this stage of life.

She also highlights an important new study, Experiences of Sexual Assault Among Women Engaged in Wilderness and Outdoor Activities: An Online Survey, urging listeners to take part and share it widely so the data can help create safer conditions for everyone. These conversations show how deeply personal challenges—like struggling for evidence-based menopause care or feeling unsafe while running outdoors—are also public health realities. By recognizing them as collective issues rather than individual shortcomings, we can better support one another, advocate for change, and push back against the barriers that keep people from accessing care and safety.

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In this bonus episode, Holly Grahn shares more science behind hypnotherapy and how it impacts both the brain and nervous system—across our life stages, and within the context of ultrarunning performance, and long-term health resilience. Learn about how early childhood experiences may play a role in your current limiting beliefs, how nervous system resilience affects your pacing in an ultramarathon, and the power of your subconscious.

If you haven’t listened to Holly’s full interview in Episode 4, I highly recommend going back to check it out. It’s a do-not-miss conversation full of depth, insight, and inspiration.

Reach out to Holly at Leading Edge Hypno, book a free consultation and/or learn more about what she does.

https://leadingedgehypno.com/hypnotherapy/

Holly's Hypno Gold App Link

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Be Bold.

Put Your Health First.

You Got This!

Choose Joy Before Fear.

In this episode, Holly Grahn shares her transformative journey in becoming an ultrarunner, hypnotherapist, and life coach. Her story is a beautiful example of becoming what you needed. She discusses the importance of understanding the subconscious mind, the role of positive language, and how running has served as a therapeutic outlet. Holly talks about some of the science behind hypnotherapy and its effectiveness in addressing deep-seated issues that traditional talk therapy may not reach. You will learn how tapping into your subconscious mind can help you grow more into your own power, as well as bolster your athletic performance. She recounts her experience at the Orcas Island 100 miler and how her own deep work with hypnotherapy and mindset training supported her during the race. This is a must-listen-to episode!

Reach out to Holly at Leading Edge Hypno, book a free consultation and/or learn more about what she does. https://leadingedgehypno.com/hypnotherapy/

Holly's Hypno Gold App Link https://hypnogold.passion.io/join

Rainshadow Running, the amazing folks that put on Orcas 100 mile race, plus other awesome races. https://www.rainshadowrunning.com

Coaching with Joy Before Fear. https://www.joybeforefear.com

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Be Bold.

Put Your Health First.

You Got This!

Choose Joy Before Fear.

In this episode, Jenny Low shares how her connection to nature, her inner voice, and her “try and try again” philosophy shape her approach to life, running, and long-term goals. She reflects on reaching 90 miles at the Orcas Island 100 miler—her furthest distance yet—and how mindset training supported her decision-making and focus on race day. Jenny discusses setting clear DNF criteria, making peace with downtime injuries, and the value of preparing for discomfort ahead of time. She also speaks to the role of community in her journey, highlighting how support, connection, and shared experience have made ultra running more than just a sport. She offers a refreshing outlook on the process of working toward goals, grounded in patience and self-trust.  

⁠Rainshadow Running⁠⁠ The amazing folks that put on Orcas 100 mile race, plus other awesome races.

Share your story⁠⁠ on Joy Before Fear Podcast.

Learn about Coaching⁠⁠ with Joy Before Fear.

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Be Bold.

Put Your Health First.

You Got This.

Choose Joy Before Fear.

In this episode, Ted Clifton shares his transformative journey into ultra running, emphasizing the importance of joy over fear. He discusses his experiences at the Orcas 100, the mental and emotional resilience developed through running, and the supportive community found in ultra running. Ted also highlights his work in building net zero energy homes, connecting the themes of personal growth and environmental sustainability. The conversation encourages listeners to redefine success, embrace their athletic identities, and find joy in movement.

⁠TC Legend Homes⁠ Ted's net zero home building company

⁠Rainshadow Running⁠ The amazing folks that put on Orcas 100 mile race, plus other awesome races.

⁠Frosty Mountain 50K⁠ Beautiful and fun race in Manning Provincial Park, BC.

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⁠Learn about with Coaching⁠ with Joy Before Fear.

Free consult call.

Be Bold.

Put Your Health First.

You Got This.

Choose Joy Before Fear.

Welcome to the first epsisode of Joy Before Fear Podcast!!

In this espiode you will learn:

• What athlete health resilience coaching is and who it is for
• Why health resilence matters
• Why "Joy Before Fear"
• A little bit about your host Stacey Nievweija...that's me, and how ultrarunning, swimming, and strength training have given me strength and resilience I never knew I had.
• Get some takeaways to support your own health resilience foundation as you navigate this year and work towards your big and bold running, ultrarunning, and athletic goals.

Let's Go!

If you are an runner, ultrarunner, or athlete that would like to share your journey on the podcast,send me a message.

You can check out my website to learn more about coaching:www.joybeforefear.com

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Be bold. Put your health first. You got this. Choose Joy Before Fear™.