Always a mother first. Amber Kilpatrick is an educator, a Master Naturalist, and a créatrice of Sacred space. In 2015, she founded Mindful School of Yoga and later that year created the Mindful Classrooms Project. With extensive experience in trauma informed leadership, health & wellness, social justice, and environmental advocacy - Amber serves her community in numerous capacities. In all her work, Amber channels a deep connection to nature and Spirit. She leads practices of ritual and honoring, based in Celtic wisdom, throughout West Michigan and beyond.

Our goal with this show is to help you build embodied strength, trust, and confidence around movement and nutrition so you can get past perfectionism, living in extremes, low self-esteem, and start living the sustainable, balanced, and empowered life you know you deserve. If you enjoy the episode, show your support by leaving a review and/or sharing it out with friends or family, and subscribe!

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Instagram: @amber.z.kilpatrick

https://www.amberkilpatrick.com/

Bessel Van der Kolk - Author of The Body Keeps the Score

David Emerson - Founder of Yoga Services for the Trauma Center at the Justice Resource Institute

Joanna Macy - eco-theologian, Author of Active Hope

Sharon Blackie - Celtic wisdom & practices, Author of If Women Rose Rooted

Mary Oliver - poet

Animus Valley Institute - Self-discovery through Nature

Robin Wall Kimmerer- Author of Braiding Sweetgrass

Dominican Center at MaryWood

Mary Jane Dockeray -Founder of Blandford Nature Center

Seminary of the Wild - Eco-based Seminary Program

Carrie Labarge - @Wildzenmomma, co-facilitator of MSY

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Currently a jiu jitsu enthusiast, coach, and Lead GMB Trainer, Azimah got into the world of movement through competing in Bodybuilding and Powerlifting. Due to her meathead mentality though, she wound up with an injury that forced her to have to completely relearn everything she knew about fitness.

Now, she emphasizes FEELING more than the DOING in her own movement practice. This allows her clients to understand how to feel safe and at home in their bodies so they can experience freedom, fun, and more play in their lives! ✨⁣

Our goal with this show is to help you build embodied strength, trust, and confidence around movement and nutrition so you can get past perfectionism, living in extremes, low self-esteem, and start living the sustainable, balanced, and empowered life you know you deserve. If you enjoy the episode, show your support by leaving a review, sharing it out with friends or family, and subscribing!

Resources:

Ryan Hurst @ryhurst

Jon Yuen @yuenjon

GMB Fitness @gmbfitness

Body Awareness for Jiu Jitsu course: https://muskelkatmoves.thinkific.com/courses/body-awareness-for-jiujitsu

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Dr. Jenny Buchner is a Naturopathic Doctor located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Jenny got into healthcare at a young age due to having a mother who was an ER nurse. It wasn’t until four years into her Biology and Chemistry degree that she found herself misaligned with her current path and wholeheartedly jumped into the field of naturopathy.

The rest was history. These days, she specializes in helping women understand how internal dialogue with ourselves and our body is JUST as important as what we eat or drink! Listen to learn how Jenny empowers clients to show up for themselves, so they can show up for others.✨⁣

Our goal with the Pursuit of Authenticity podcast is to share knowledge to create a physically, mentally, and emotionally stronger version of you. If you enjoy the episode, show your support by leaving a review and/or sharing it out with friends or family who may benefit from the podcast as well. And be sure to subscribe to be notified of future episodes!

Follow Jenny on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/docjenb_nd/

Learn more here: https://miholisticmed.com/jennifer-buchner/

Books: The Clinician’s Handbook to Natural Medicine

The Body Keeps the Score

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This guided meditation will take you on a deep exploration of your senses. Oftentimes, we are so busy rushing through life that we don't take in as much of an experience as what's actually there.

By taking time to intentionally explore our senses, we can become more present in the moment. When we slow down and connect with our experience, it also provides us the reminder that we are not an outsider. It is not us on the inside, and life is happening out there. With this guided meditation, that is what we are making the space to connect with and experience. Get ready to be still, slow down, and tune in.

Our goal with the Pursuit of Authenticity podcast is to share knowledge to create a physically, mentally, and emotionally stronger version of you. If you enjoy the episode, show your support by leaving a review and/or sharing it out with friends or family who may benefit from the podcast as well. And be sure to subscribe to be notified of future episodes!

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Taylor Gohn is a former wrestler, current strongman athlete, and strength coach located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. After dabbling in lifting as a means of going up a weight class for wrestling, he was bit by the iron bug and never looked back. Finding his passion for strength training sparked a hunger in Taylor; fueling him to continually practice and seek out mentorship to become the best strength athlete and coach he can be.

In this episode, we discuss lessons Taylor has learned as an athlete in wrestling and strength training thus far that he uses to guide clients on their journey in strength.

Follow the link to our website below to access time-stamped show notes.

Our goal with the Pursuit of Authenticity podcast is to share knowledge to create a physically, mentally, and emotionally stronger version of you. If you enjoy the episode, show your support by leaving a review and/or sharing it out with friends or family who may benefit from the podcast as well. And be sure to subscribe to be notified of future episodes!

Resources:

Bro, Listen to This Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVTGsoppGxs

Recommended Book - Victory, by Steve Fraser: https://www.amazon.com/Victory-Being-Mentally-Tough-Off/dp/097722760X

Follow Taylor on IG: www.instagram.com/taylorgohn_

Show notes: poastrengthandwellness.com/archives/11621

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Jamilah Tuuk is a massage therapist and bodyworker located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She founded her business, A Healing Touch Transformational Bodywork, LLC, in 2010 after experiencing chronic pain throughout her youth and finding her passion for holistic health. Since opening the business, Jamilah has continuously educated herself on a variety of healing techniques that we discuss in this episode to guide, educate, and serve clients on their journey of self-care.

In the show, we discuss why she started the business, her unique outlook as a therapist, what she enjoys about being a business owner, and how she stays balanced in her life while being an entrepreneur.

Follow the link to our website below where you'll be able to access the FULL show notes with time stamps.

Our goal with the Pursuit of Authenticity podcast is to share knowledge to create a physically, mentally, and emotionally stronger version of you. If you enjoy the episode, show your support by leaving a review and/or sharing it out with friends or family who may benefit from the podcast as well. And be sure to subscribe to be notified of future episodes!

Resources:

http://mindfulyogaschool.com/

https://www.upledger.com/about/john-upledger.php

https://www.myofascialrelease.com/

http://tarabrach.com/

https://mattkahn.org/

https://triggerpointbook.com/

http://shop.iahe.com/Patient-Info/Your-Inner-Physician-and-You

https://www.myofascialrelease.com/merchandise/books.aspx

https://www.tarabrach.com/store/

https://www.tarabrach.com/radical-compassion/

http://insighttimer.com/

http://www.ahealingtouchgr.com/

https://www.facebook.com/A.Healing.Touch.Therapeutic.Massage

https://www.massagebook.com/Grand_Rapids~Massage~a-healing-touch-transformational-bodywork-llc?src=external#services

Show notes: https://poastrengthandwellness.com/archives/11508

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Seth holds a wealth of information related to the game of baseball. His passion as a player has only grown and become more apparent in his coaching, on and off the field.

In this episode, we journey through Seth’s baseball career, starting from the age of 5 all the way up to travel and college ball. You’ll gain wisdom through his lessons learned as a player, like why being coachable is critical for growth, and understand how to avoid making the same mistakes he did.

Seth shares practical drills as a hitting coach you can immediately apply, as well as how and WHY he teaches strength and conditioning to baseball players, along with useful tips to help get you started. (which applies to softball players, too!)

If you are an athlete who dreams of playing college ball, or a coach/parent wanting to get your athlete to the next level, you’ll find useful information in this episode that you can help you develop and grow your game!

Follow the link to our website below where you'll be able to access the FULL show notes with time stamps.

Our goal with the Pursuit of Authenticity podcast is to share knowledge to create a physically, mentally, and emotionally stronger version of you. If you enjoy the episode, show your support by leaving a review and/or sharing it out with friends or family who may benefit from the podcast as well. And be sure to subscribe to be notified of future episodes!

Resources:

https://michiganareabraves.com/join-the-team

https://prochoptraining.com/

Show notes:

https://poastrengthandwellness.com/?p=11278

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Do you battle with body image issues and feel like no matter what you do, you cannot lose weight/change the way you look? I know many of you are struggling with body image due to being at home more, eating out of boredom, and just feeling thrown out of routine. I've been there!

Due to quarantine, I was not able to do my regularly scheduled podcast interview for this month, but instead I felt called to put out this guided meditation as a reminder that YOU ARE MORE THAN YOUR BODY. It is easy to get stuck in wishing our bodies to be a certain way, but believing it is just not who we are.

As kids, we use our imaginations to be whatever we want to be. But as we grow older, we start telling ourselves stories of who we are and they become deeply embedded into our subconscious and guide our actions. Maybe the issue isn't your body, but the stories you are telling yourself. With this meditation, you will become more aware of the thoughts getting in your way of living a life of honor and respect towards yourself.

This episode will help you become more aware, during and after the podcast, of how you might be able to change your mindset towards living the healthy and vibrant life you dream of. It's time to come from a place of love, kindness, and compassion to step into this highest version of you.

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In this episode, I interview Kate Block of The Little Dipper. We discuss how she stumbled upon her passion for therapeutic bodywork, and how she uses yoga to bring space & mind-body awareness into the lives of those she works with. By offering uniquely tailored services to meet the physical and emotional needs of each client, her goal is to help you get unstuck, feel good in your body, and find your true north.

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Follow the link to our website below where you'll be able to access the FULL show notes with time stamps and links to all the resources mentioned throughout the episode.

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Our goal with the Pursuit of Authenticity podcast is to share knowledge to create a physically, mentally, and emotionally stronger version of you. If you enjoy the episode, show your support by leaving a review and/or sharing it out with friends or family who may benefit from the podcast as well. And be sure to subscribe to be notified of future episodes!

Resources:

https://www.instagram.com/jason_crandell/ Power yoga, anatomy, mindfulness

https://www.instagram.com/julesyoga/ Biomechanics

https://yinyoga.com/ Bernie Clark - Yin yoga

https://www.dr-moshe.com/content/4-about-Dr-Moshe how to speak with your clients to help them become more aware - canadian naturopath - inspired her heart sessions

https://www.thisislittledipper.com/program Empowered Yoga & Bodywork program

https://facebook.com/pg/littledipperGR/events Upcoming events

Find Little Dipper at The Wellness Collective in Grand Rapids, MI. Schedule via email at: [email protected] or go to her website to learn more http://thisislittledipper.com. Find her on Facebook and Instagram at @LittledipperGR.

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In this episode, we discuss how Dr. Nicole Bringer got started in her passion of physical therapy, how that led to creating her own business, and why she loves specializing in women's health! By offering revolutionary products and services, her goal is to provide accessible solutions to mamas so they can go from surviving to thriving in their role. If you dream of being a mom one day, are an expecting mom, or are a new mom, you need to give this one a listen!

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Follow the link to our website below where you'll be able to access the FULL show notes with time stamps and links to all the resources mentioned throughout the episode.

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Our goal with the Pursuit of Authenticity podcast is to share knowledge to create a physically, mentally, and emotionally stronger version of you. If you enjoy the episode, show your support by leaving a review and/or sharing it out with friends or family who may benefit from the podcast as well. And be sure to subscribe to be notified of future episodes!

Resources:

https://poastrengthandwellness.com/archives/9117

http://www.mamasandmisses.com

https://www.instagram.com/mamasandmisses_pt/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCgky1Af6SbKylJidqP0bg

https://mamasandmisses.com/free-postpartum-basics/

https://mamasandmisses.com/online-course-sales-page/ Use discount code “strongmama” for 20% off the course price!

https://mamasandmisses.com/courses/

http://www.goldcoastdoulas.com/

https://www.instagram.com/juliewiebept

https://www.instagram.com/pelvicguru1

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