From a successful corporate life to the heart-centered world of life coaching and massage therapy, Jill Messura's journey is a true testament to resilience and transformation. Have you ever wondered what it takes to break from old patterns and venture into the unknown? Brace yourselves as we unravel Jill's fascinating adventure, one that's filled with life lessons, struggles and victories. 

We kick off our conversation with Jill reminiscing about her corporate days and the unique skills she picked up along the way. It's not all about spreadsheets and boardroom meetings, as she reveals the importance of simple, yet profound lessons like proper handshake, maintaining eye contact and even where to place business cards. But it doesn't stop there. We deep dive into Jill's inspiring transition to life coaching and massage therapy. She shares her unique 'like-dislike' list strategy, a tool that helps identify what truly speaks to her heart.

As we journey through our conversation, we touch on sensitive and powerful topics. Jill courageously opens up about her struggle with substance addiction, and her path to sobriety. It’s a story of self-trust, honesty, and the unpredictable nature of hitting rock bottom. But her resilience shines as we celebrate her 15 years of sobriety. We conclude with the importance of setting boundaries, especially for empaths, and how Jill has learned to protect her energy. So, join us on this immersive journey as we celebrate the sheer strength, wisdom and resilience of Jill Messura.

Experience a heartwarming trip down memory lane with our dear friend, Jen, as we revisit and reminisce about the early days of our lifelong friendship that began in an unexpected place—a video dating service called Great Expectations. This episode takes you back to the '80s, offering a fascinating glimpse into the world of video dating, and the evolution of matchmaking up to the digital age. Jen, a seasoned matchmaker, shares her firsthand insights into the matchmaking business, and we discuss the challenges of sustaining relationships and the importance of shared values and connection.

Unlock the surprising psychology behind successful matchmaking as we dig deeper into the world of dating. Who would have imagined that people are often attracted to someone more attractive than themselves? How do you maintain a relationship once a successful match is made? We tackle these questions and many more as we explore the distinct nuances of dating. We also delve into the profound impact of gratitude on our overall happiness and the health of our relationships, offering practical tips on how to incorporate daily expressions of gratitude into your life. 

In our final discussion, we delve into the ever-evolving gender roles within relationships and the struggle for self-awareness amidst the noise of today's digitally distracted world. Are men and women inherently wired differently when it comes to professional and personal identities? How have societal shifts and the rise of women in the workforce impacted our expectations in relationships? Listen in as we uncover the answers, highlighting the importance of self-awareness, and tackling the challenges of navigating social media and the digital world in relationship-building. This episode is a nostalgic, insightful, and thought-provoking exploration of relationships and self-discovery.

Brian interviews Grace Buffa who is a health coach, life coach and specializes in cardiac coaching using a diagnostic program called Cardiax.

An interview with Host Brian Granader and interviewee Haylee Majewski.

Brian is the owner of Red Lotus Yoga, is an ERYT 500 and has been teaching yoga, meditation, leading workshops, teacher trainings and more since 2003.

Haylee is a college student currently in a masters program at Oakland University and is on track to get her PHD in Cognitive Evolutionary Psychology.