The Wellness Puzzle Podcast

From a young age, Fred Liberatore was taught the value of hard work. He owes it to his  parents for instilling this in him, and helped him become who is today! Once he discovered fitness and the potential of our bodies, he was hooked. He wanted to learn more and become the best version of himself.

Over four decades ago, he entered the world of bodybuilding. He found his place in the world, and learned everything there is to know about health and fitness. Once he mastered the secrets to transforming his body and mind, he  knew he had to help others do the same. Fred has an edge over 99% of personal trainers, coaches, and health experts. He understands the power of small wins, and the physical aspects of training and nutrition to the finest detail. His systems are different from others, and they work.

He has been featured on numerous media channels and even won Mr. Australia, but his biggest accomplishments have been working with clients and guiding them to their dream body and life. He has  5-star reviews on Google, driving him to continue teaching everyone embarking on their fitness journey how to WIN.

He believes everyone has the potential for a great body and great mindset (seriously!), and despite the challenges that confront all of us, with small steps and wins, it is possible to transform our lives into whatever we would like it to be. This is a powerful conversation, not to be missed.

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Cherie Postill is an inspiring speaker, passionate educator, published author, and highly sought-after transformational coach.

Cherie lives in a small town nestled in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains, just far enough away from the big city to satisfy her love of the outdoors while still remaining close to her first love, people. Her daily support system and cheerleaders for her coaching and writing are three sons, two rescue dogs, one cat, and her husband.

Cherie's passion for serving others is at the core of her work. Combining this with her professional background as a published author, seven-figure sales executive, business owner, and certified Brave Thinking® coach, she is helping clients achieve extraordinary results in accelerated time. She helps them transform their lives and close the gap between the life they were living and a life they absolutely LOVE living.

As a result of her own challenges, she now helps others. Cherie offers content-rich, interactive workshops that provide a unique opportunity for participants. These workshops take them on a journey in which they design, define, test, and experience a crystal-clear vision of the life they would love – a life that is in alignment with their highest purpose. They will “step into” the life they are imagining and feel a resounding “yes!”

This lady was popping in pink during this conversation. Not just her clothes, but also her amazing energy and passion. Do not miss this podcast.

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My website is www.andrewjobling.com.au

Jonathan Marion grew up in a dysfunctional home, surrounded by emotional and physical abuse, and never fully feeling like he belonged anywhere. He grew up around conflicting views around religion and physical and mental health struggles, including suicide. Attending a private religious day school (while a privilege compared to the lives of many) did not provide comfort for the sensitive, insecure little boy, with a broken heart. Educational/ academic accomplishments were highly stressed in his culture, and especially in private school, everyone had to fit the mold. There was no personal assessment plan: there was “the way,” and if you didn’t fit it, you didn’t stay. And he didn’t fit.

He kept going through the motions for decades, finishing his MA, finishing his PhD, publishing his  first academic book, being elected to professional boards, starting to teach university classes, being named outstanding lecturer at his university, being elected President of a professional association, getting hired into a tenure track position, writing his second book, winning more teaching commendations, being elected President of a second professional association, publishing his third book, getting tenure, publishing my fourth book, etc.

He realized none of his measurable, externally-facing accomplishments mattered. That the most meaningful relationships in his life were with people who didn’t care how good he was at “jumping through hoops.” He now lives how he wants to be, aware of considerations, but not allowing them to drive his choices. He is able to identify what really matters, knowing that everything that happens is just part of a story. He jumps through far fewer hoops, and when he does, he doesn’t attach a sense of identity or self-worth to them. Jonathan is now loving the steps along the way. If you are ready to live your best life, and are looking for some simple things you can do to help you on this journey, then this is a the podcast for you. Enjoy this fabulous conversation...

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My website is www.andrewjobling.com.au

Sally Jimson celebrated her birthday on the day we recorded this podcast. She is a Strategic Evolution Specialist: With a proven track record, she has led transformative projects, from repositioning Luxury Celebrity Tanning brands to orchestrating the growth of partner brand awareness and turnover in FMCG businesses. My strategic insights have consistently delivered results, winning more contracts and increasing turnover. For over 25 years, she has been on a mission to help people like you, transform their lives. Whether you’re aiming for growth in your career, business, or personal life, her coaching is designed to celebrate your progress and guide you toward your most meaningful goals.

She is thrilled to announce the launch of her 10 Day Wellness Program: Positive Habits eBook and program, which is now available on Amazon Kindle and Etsy. This eBook is packed with practical strategies and actionable tips to help you make lasting, positive changes in every area of your life. Sally has developed the innate ability to find joy and positivity in every situation, even one that were very challenging for her. She has recognised some simple things we can do, as we wake every day, that can help us have a very different day, and a very different life.

If you are ready to live your best life, and are looking for some simple things you can do to help you on this journey, then this is a the podcast for you. Enjoy this fabulous conversation...

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My website is www.andrewjobling.com.au

Andy Reid has an infectious personality, combined with some incredible insights to help those who are success curious, get some answers. The challenges he has had writing his first book, have highlighted to him that success is available for everyone, irrespective of talent, education, or circumstances. Originally from the UK, Andy is now loving life in Melbourne, Australia.

From operating a $13M business at just 21 years old, he has spent over 20 years leading and evolving in human-focused industries working with teams of up to 250 employees and doubling profit margins whilst building cultures based on 360-degree accountability. He has an uncommon ‘human first, agent second’ approach within real estate, and a consumer-centric mindset that led to spearheading the training for some of Australia’s leading franchise networks and winning awards for his results. He has also been recognised as Australian Auctioneer Of The Year by Real Estate Business in 2022.

In 2017, he launched my own full-service auctioneering business that now services more than 130 agents and agencies with five auctioneers servicing all parts of Metro Melbourne. With a huge focus on community engagement, he has helped raise over $3 million for charities and community groups since 2015 via his public speaking, auctioneering, marketing, sales and networking expertise. He is a proud ambassador for ‘100 Words – Mate To Mate’, a registered mental health charity in which I openly talk about my own experiences with mental health.

His biggest passion is a desire to create a cohort of professional humans through harnessing both EQ and IQ elements, enabling people to succeed in a professional context simply by being who they are. Andy and I discuss many things that will help every single person, who is success curious, to discover why a life of meaning and joy is available and waiting for them. Enjoy this fabulous conversation...

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Larissa Bartlett  is The Mind Games Research Fellow at the University of Tasmania's Menzies Institute for Medical Research, having completed 3 years postdoctoral studies as the ISLAND Research Fellow at the Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre. She studies the effects of organisational policies and practices on workplace culture and mental health, the influence of behavioural and lifestyle factors on brain health, and the role of personal resources, such as mindfulness and psychological capital, on health and wellbeing, social relationships and work performance. She has published over 20 peer reviewed articles in quality research journals and frequently speaks about her research at scientific, public health and community events. 

​Larissa is authorised to teach the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction course, by the Mindfulness Training Institute of Australia and New Zealand. She offers mindfulness courses, retreats and bespoke programs for organisations wanting to improve workplace culture and individuals seeking to build cultivate a deeper understanding of mindfulness to support their professional work, self-efficacy, resilience, and to live their best lives.

​Larissa has completed contracts evaluating workplace mindfulness programs in a range of different industry sectors, including: the Australian Department of Veterans Affairs, Snowy Hydro, the Tasmanian Department of Premier and Cabinet and Nexus Hospitals. She is currently contracted by Victoria University to co-develop a measure of Organisational Systems, Functioning and Capacity (the FACTSS), and by the Centre for Consciousness and Contemplative Studies at Monash University to progress the development of a measure of observable mindful behaviours (the OMM).

She has personally experienced a high level of stress and anxiety, and knows the incredible power of mindfulness to help create the space between  the potential source of stress and the response. It has helped her in every area of life, and it can help you too. Enjoy...

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My website is www.andrewjobling.com.au

I am blessed to have known Perry Venakis for almost 25 years, so far. When we met, he was just starting his personal training journey after a very interesting background as a mechanic, a farmer and then with a passion to help people with their health and well being. He turned his knowledge and experience to help body builders  get positive results in a much more healthy and natural way, and had great success with many people he worked with.

His journey led him to an intense interest in the role that nutrition played in body building, but also how it impacted every person and in every area of life. Perry works with many people to help them live optimal lives through eating simply, naturally and nutritionally to help them get results that seem to very complex. This interest led him, at the age of 55, to study a Masters degree in nutrition and then go on to start the Australia Academy of Raw Nutrition.

Perry and I chat about some simple but powerful concepts in this conversation. Some simple tips to eat well, exercise more effectively, and create a mindset that will lead to an abundant &meaning life of joy, purpose and longevity. After doing his N90 program myself, I can definitely attest to is worth. I would encourage everyone to take control of their wellbeing, because every choice we make is leaving an indelible imprint in the hearts of people and on the legacy we are leaving.  I know you will get a lot from this podcast, so please enjoy.

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Since birth, Marcy Langlois has faced formidable difficulties, undergoing more than twenty surgical procedures to address her cleft lip and palate. This physical struggle only compounded the emotional burdens she endured. Marcy was subjected to relentless teasing and bullying during her childhood, as her appearance and speech differed from her peers.

As Marcy progressed through Catholic grade school, she confronted another layer of self-discovery: her attraction to girls rather than boys. Confusion and shame about her sexuality reinforced her already entrenched beliefs of being worthless and unlovable. The struggle between external and internal insecurities intensified, compelling Marcy to become a perfectionist in an attempt to deflect attention from her perceived flaws.

In her quest to silence the nagging voice in her mind, Marcy turned to alcohol during her middle school years. While it temporarily numbed her pain, it accelerated a downward spiral. The tragic car accident she was involved in during high school claimed the lives of three individuals, fueling her guilt and deepening her reliance on alcohol as an escape. Thus began a decade-long struggle with alcoholism that resulted in the loss of employment, devastated relationships, and a battle with chronic illness that nearly cost Marcy her life.

Rock bottom was the turning point for Marcy at the age of 27. Utilizing resources provided by a Twelve-Step Program, she embarked on a miraculous journey of recovery. Embracing sobriety, Marcy engaged in extensive therapy, personal reflection, and spiritual exploration to heal her wounds and discover her true self.

Today, Marcy lives a life filled with self-love and contentment. She and her wife have cultivated a beautiful, lasting relationship for over twenty years. Professionally, Marcy achieved remarkable success as a Mortgage Banker and Vice President in the banking industry and now works at a top mortgage banking business. However, her greatest passion lies in sharing her transformative story with others, providing them with hope and healing in their own struggles.

Marcy Langlois exemplifies the power of resilience in the face of daunting challenges. Her journey serves as an inspiring testament to the possibilities of personal growth and triumph over adversity. Marcy’s story resonates with individuals navigating their journeys, reminding them that healing, self-discovery, and the redefinition of their narratives are always within reach.

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Evan Kostopolous was a passionate soccer player with a dream and a vision to make it the highest level. From a young age and from strong Greek heritage background, it was all he wanted to do. He worked hard and made to the highest level in Australia until he discovered the dark side of corruption in the sport. As a consequence, it all came crashing down around him, and was left floundering with no idea what to do next. His identity was wrapped up in his sporting accomplishments, so can imagine what happened when he lost his career in sport.

He was lost for a long time until he started to tap into his inner strengths, his inner identity. He harnessed his resilience, his curiosity, his determination, is persistence and his desire to make a difference and transitioned his through an entrepreneurial journey to found his company, York Hamilton. Now, he has crafted a life with meaning, travel and time to spend with his young family.

This really is a powerful conversation for everyone, as we focus on inner identity, and truly finding you. When you can do that, transitioning out of and into anything is a much simpler and more fulfilling process. This is an inspiring and necessary conversation for every single person.

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Ed Doherty, a Massachusetts native who has lived and worked all over the United States in his roles as a restaurant executive, leadership development expert, and volunteer, has completed his new book “Observations at the Speed of Life”: a compelling memoir comprised of short stories from throughout the author’s life, documenting his struggles, triumphs, and various life lessons learned along the way as he managed to find his place in the world with friends and family by his side. 

Best known for developing talented individuals into top performers, author Ed Doherty’s varied experience includes roles as vice president for a national company’s $58-million region based in Los Angeles and San Francisco, years as the chief human resource officer of an eleven-thousand-employee company based in Memphis, and serving as president of a $22-million franchised restaurant group in Cincinnati. His volunteer experience spans decades with the March of Dimes, Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity, his community, and his church. 

Today, Ed heads up Ambrose Landen LLC, a consulting firm that specializes in strategic planning, leadership development, and employee engagement in both the nonprofit and for-profit sectors. “Observations at the Speed of Life” is a collection of stories that have been shared with others throughout a career of mentoring and motivating friends, family, and coworkers. Sometimes humorous, sometimes inspirational, and occasionally packed with wisdom. They are all about aspiring to be the best version of yourself. Some of the essays are very personal, and some are philosophical, but regardless, each one packs a message about hope and the value of persistence. This book is a result of more than forty years of preparing and writing weekly messages to the teams Ed managed. Those messages consisted of his workplace observations about performance, motivation, management, leadership, and integrity. They were timely lessons that could be applied immediately. 

In this conversation, Ed shares many of his observations and powerful stories. None more powerful than the message he shared when I asked how he had stayed married for 50 years. He told me he made a decision early that his marriage would be a feedback free zone and that he would choose being happy over being right. This is a wonderful conversation I know you will enjoy.

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My website is www.andrewjobling.com.au