Positive Impact with Andrew Schultz

"If you build people up, not only does the community around you get stronger, you're more likely to get something back." - Damien Evans

The U.S. adult obesity rate stands at 42% and the 1st time the national rate has passed the 40% mark. In fact, the obesity rate has increased by 26% since 2008! And 74% of adults in the U.S. are considered overweight. This is the real epidemic we should be worried about!

In today's episode, Damien and I breakdown the 4 pillars of fat loss:

Actionable and practical ways for people from all walks of life to improve their overall health and wellness. Damien's expertise and knowledge being a student of life is having a Positive Impact on thousands of people in our San Diego community. 

You can follow Damien on IG: @coachdamien_sd @livinthedream_podcast 

His podcast link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/livin-the-dream/id1546290282

Oura Ring

Organifi

Brain.fm app 

Eat Smarter book @Shawnmodel

"The story we tell ourselves is going to end up being whatever happens to us physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. So if your story is not getting you what you want, you've got to change it. Because your success is going to be dependent on your story." -Stacy McCarthy 

Stacy McCarthy has been at the forefront of the yoga, fitness and health industries for more than 30 years. Through her business, Yoga Namastacy, she’s developed a collection of best-selling online videos, books, and trainings, and has contributed her expertise on yoga and health to countless media outlets and conferences.

An award-winning health & fitness leader, accomplished businesswomen, captivating speaker and respected educator, she was recognized for her contributions to the field of health and wellness as a seasoned mindful movement educator and integrative wellness thought leader, as the 2021 IDEA World Fitness Instructor of the Year, a prestigious award recognizing superior instructional abilities and positive influence within the global health and fitness industry.  

In this episode, Stacy & I discuss:

You can find Stacy at www.yoganamastacy.com and Yoga_Namastacy at Instragram

"I feel like I'm a student of life. If I wasn't given any other gifts, the one gift that I think I have is an appreciation for how finite this life is."                 -Joe Kudla

Starting as a pop-up trailer by the beach in 2015, to numerous retail stores scattered throughout the U.S. in 2021, Vuori is an active lifestyle brand that draws inspiration from the aspirational coastal California lifestyle - an integration of yoga, surf, sport, art, and strong visionary spirit. 

In this episode, Joe shares the self-care and mindfulness practices he uses to maximize creativity, optimize productivity, and get into a flow state - including breath work, meditation, yoga, surfing, mountain biking, and journaling. Joe talks about the importance of community - and being in service to the community of Encinitas and all communities Vuori has a retail presence. And how the overlap of what made Joe successful as an athlete growing up has helped him become successful as an entrepreneur. 

Joe shares his journey from college graduate, to a modeling career that took him to Europe for two years, to accountant, to finally founding Vuori, and lessons and learnings along the way. This is an episode you don't want to miss. 

Full disclosure - I'm part of the Vuori Influencer program which includes discounts on all Vuori product. MY go-to items are the Kore short and tuvalu tee. I absolutely love the product    

"You can still be hard, and be sober, and be a sweetheart, and super masculine." -Casey Jennings 

WOW! This is episode with Casey will tug on your heart strings and inspire hope for people from all walks of life. 

A beach volleyball legend. A husband to another beach volleyball legend, Kerri Walsh. A Dad. A man in sobriety. Casey opens up about how he and Kerri saved their marriage at the height of Kerri's volleyball career. And Casey's life-changing experience going to rehab and getting sober. 

Casey talks about the importance of fundamentals in al areas of life. His mentors who helped him get to where he is today. And his journey from an undersized athlete in Las Vegas to becoming one of the best beach volleyball players of his generation.

And how the title of dad and husband are most important. 

This is one episode you do not want to miss. 

Follow Casey on IG @caseytjennings     

Tens of thousands of downloads in over 63 countries throughout the world!

Today marks a very special day as we celebrate 100 episodes of the Positive Impact podcast. And who better to celebrate with than my dear friend, and spiritual sober brother, Ryan Lipsey. Ryan and I chat about the journey over the past three years - starting with episode #1 on September 29, 2018 - and the why behind the podcast. 

In this episode Ryan & I also discuss:

It's episodes like this that make me LOVE doing the podcast. From the bottom of my heart, Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for the love and support over the past 100 episodes!!

Let's keep it going baby!

"It's OK to not be OK." -Michael Phelps

These were the exact words Michael Phelps used when commenting on fellow Olympian athlete Simone Biles after she withdrew from team and individual Olympic events citing mental health.

This same Michael Phelps who is the most decorated Olympic athlete in history - winning 23 gold medals - and who is very open about his own struggles with mental health. In fact, before the 2016 Rio Olympics, Phelps talked in particular about his struggle with depression, which was so debilitating he didn't even want to get out of bed or leave his rooms for days on end...."I didn't want to be alive anymore." 

I can relate! In fact, I was in the same place in my own life 7 years ago - losing the will to live. My rock-bottom!

Mental health is something that affects all of us. And in this episode, I talk about my own journey battling mental health and outline specific ways to help others who are going through similar challenges. 

The most important thing to remember; You're not alone, and it's OK to not be OK.    

This RAIN meditation is one of my favorite meditations that I learned from my spiritual teacher, Tara Brach. Simple, practical, and very effective to help overcome anxiety, overwhelm, and stress.  

I hope you enjoy. 

"This is the challenge for our modern world. How can we create community when we are so mobile, so screened up, so disconnected? It's a major challenge for creating a healthy future. How can we ensure connectedness, and a sense of safety and belonging for everyone?" -Oprah & Dr. Perry in their new book What Happened To You. 

Community and connection could literally be the difference between life and death. Earlier this week, we lost another dear friend to the disease of addiction. It's more important than ever before to be connected with intimate connections and meaningful relationships that allow for vulnerability, honesty, and ability to hold sacred space for each other to talk about our trauma and pain. 

We are all struggling. And the only way to get through it is to go through it. 

If you or someone you know is struggling, PLEASE reach out to me or someone else. We are all in this together. 

Mason Schultz & Carl Brodersen Memorial Stadium tribute - check.

Making amends to one of my dearest and oldest friends - check.

Getting PRK surgery and restoring my vision without having to wear contacts and glasses - check.

Seeing another of Gods miracles and bringing joy, healing, and love to my family - priceless.  

Phil Mickelson became the oldest major golf champion by winning the PGA Championship last weekend at 50 years young. He beat the best players in the world - many who were 25 years younger and more physically talented - by outworking them and transforming his mind, body, and spirit. 

I truly believe we can all have similar success regardless of our age. In fact, I've seen it first-hand with a number of my coaching clients who turned 50 this year. They have lost tons of weight, have a stronger and more positive mindset, healthier relationships (especially with self), more confidence, passion, peace, and serenity.  

Its time to let go of the "I'm too old" BS story and replace it with hard-work, commitment, surrounding yourself with winners and people who are having massive success, and unwavering belief the best is yet to come. You can make history and achieve transformation just like Phil Mickelson and so many others who make the decision to go "All in!"