The Zen Meathead

"When you find peace within yourself, you become the kind of person that can live in peace with others."

"You have to be accountable. We can victimize ourselves until the cows come home and we all have reasons for our ailments but our reasons are not excuses. The quality of life is a chosen thing."

"If someone is not necessarily in communication with their body, they aren't necessarily able to advocate for themselves."

There's a powerful and liberating truth in this world that more and more people are realizing. We can choose our own emotional state and how we react to the world. We can take the high road when faced with annoying or challenging situations. It takes a small shift in mindset to consider that this is possible and the result is a greater sense of self-awareness, self-control, and well-being. Suddenly the world becomes more open and peaceful. Situations that used to be a trigger become opportunities to experience inner strength and unlimited potential.

Sammie G. is very clear on what this means to her and she articulates her experiences and wisdom in a way that's both down-to-earth and elevating. Her expertise and enthusiasm on yoga and how to come to know your self and communicate with your self and your body is sure to inspire you. Chris and Sarah are right on point having come to their own understandings of these things through their own experiences. This conversation is lively and elevated and will give you a wealth of ideas on how to get out of your head and into your body and beyond.

Sammie G. Is the High Rise Hippe. She's a professional ballroom dancer, a licensed aesthetician, registered yoga teacher, trained transcendental meditation instructor, Usui Reiki healer and Ayurvedic nutrition consultant.

https://www.thehighrisehippie.com/about

Also in this episode:

Don't forget that Chris and Sarah are offering a 3 month health and fitness coaching program, staring in May. Email Chris at [email protected] to apply for one of 12 coaching spots.

Sarah's Boss Lady Power Spotify playlist.

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4a5XUQVLWmUGEWddYq5bov?si=4b807762d1f241c5

"Grit is passion and perseverance for long term goals."

Getting in shape, as it turns out, is not magic. It's a mathematical equation that when applied with intention and consistency delivers reliable and reproducible results. Anyone can do this with the right mindset and education and that's exactly what our guests Morgan and Kawika Jarman are here to talk about today. Morgan is a professional health and fitness coach who helps guide people to the crux of what inspires them to make positive change in their lives and health. As an expert, she knows how to see the bigger picture of each person's health and how to steer clear of the mess of misguided nutrition advice we're all exposed to on social media. This bigger picture view of your health sets you up for a much higher level of sustainable performance, confidence, and overall health.

Morgan was a professional trainer at Pro Club, Seattle for 10 years. She then went her own way and founded Pure Grit Performance to take her ability to improve people's lives to the next level. Pure Grit Performance is club for everyone, from people just getting started, living with or recovering from chronic illness, elite athletes, first responders, the elderly and children.

https://www.puregritperformance.com

Also mentioned in this episode:

Real Papa Swolio

"Failure is only a failure if you didn't learn anything from it."

"The problem isn't that you stumbled, the problem is when you stop making the call that you want to be better."

"We did have to go through some real pain, some real ugly horrible times, but it's so worth it."

Life experience is the greatest teacher. On the subject of fear and transformation, today's guest is an expert. JR Covey was suddenly taken to the threshold of faith and transformation while drunk with a friend in a bar. With a pocket full of elicit drugs, JR began his journey toward a more principled life and ultimately toward facing everyone's worst enemy: fear. He left his old ways behind and went back to school to become a Psychologist.

Fear comes in many forms and JR has dedicated his life to helping people get to the root of their fears and overcome them. He founded the program Fearproof to help people navigate the obscurity that fear creates in the mind and that holds people back from truly living. He and his wife have been operating Fearproof since 2015. "Our goal is to help people recognize, they have authority over the stories they tell themselves. And if the story you're telling yourself isn't benefitting you, change the story." They've taken Fearproof from America to Europe. They've also contributed to efforts to rescue girls out of human trafficking.

To learn more about JR and Fearproof or to set a no-obligation appointment, go to https://www.fearproof.me/.

If you want to see live-action Chris and Sarah talking with JR, you can watch this episode, our first recorded video podcast, on the Zen Meathead YouTube channel!

"Success is 90% mindset."

-Marie Kondo

"If you don't take care of your body at a certain point it will fail. And you will have fewer years, you will be in more pain, it affects everything. It doesn't have to be that way and you don't have to be extreme. You don't have to do all the hardcore diets. You don't have to do all the hardcore exercises. You just gotta start and you gotta be willing to say, I will not quit. I will continue. I'll find my jam and you will find your jam."

- Jeremy Sackett

Today, Chris and Sarah are joined by their good friend and fitness coach, Jeremy Sackett. The three take fitness seriously but it's more than just lifting weights and looking good. To cultivate the body you have to cultivate the mind, so being clear on your motivations and overall mindset will help you take your lifting and your health to the next level, and in a way that you can maintain for years to come.

Jeremy is a fitness coach Pro Club in Bellevue, Washington. In this episode we're discussing gym culture, personal motivation, and workout routines—we have an exciting and possibly life changing journey ahead of us.

To learn more about the amazing Pro Club, go to https://www.proclub.com/club.

Also in this episode:

Spark Joy by Marie Kondo

https://www.amazon.com/How-Live-Your-Best-Life/dp/1529148456

On today's episode Chris and Sarah are joined by Raji Rajagopalan (Raji Raj) where they have an exciting conversation on the topics of her new novel, Daring to be Different: Stories and Tips from a Women Leader in Tech—where Raji shares her experiences with public speaking and common workplace problems.

This episode will be focused on the skills and advice Raji has gained over the years working with Microsoft and being a leader in the tech industry. Raji brings a lot of wisdom to the Zen Meathead Podcast and even has some interesting questions for Chris and Sarah.

Join us for another wonderful episode of Zen Meathead.

Foot Notes:

To learn more about Raji Raj or to book her for your corporate speaking event, go to her webpage at https://www.rajiraj.com/.

You can find her new book, Daring to be Different: Stories and Tips from a Women Leader in Tech, on Amazon, or on her website at https://www.rajiraj.com/daring.

Raji is launching Daring to be Different at the Side Hustle Bar in Kirkland, Washington on the 18th of February. You can learn more about the event here.

Also mentioned in this episode:

Book: Atomic Habits by James Clear

"Lead with love; rise above."

On today's episode Chris and Sarah are joined by Kaje Thomas, life coach, addictions expert and founder of Full Circle Life Coaching. Our conversation today touches on the topics of pornography addiction and masturbation.

Framing pornography as an addiction can be considered a controversial stance within the science community and society at large. Chris, Sarah, and Kaje discuss the possible ramifications of this addiction on one's mental, physical, and social well-being.

Internet pornography can especially cause issues for young people. The same with society as a whole. The effect on our expectations created by what we see in pornography, and how we project those ideas on our relationships and sexual partners are also topics covered in the episode.

To learn more about Kaje Thomas or to hire her for a private or couples coaching session, go to NoBullshitLifeCoaching.com.

"Most men lead lives of quiet desperation."

- Henry David Thoreau

On today's episode, Chris and Sarah are joined by Jennifer MacNiven; a visionary photographer, world traveller, and author.

For this episode we cover many topics ranging from world travel, yoga, self discovery, mental health, making positive changes, and 'the journey'… the effect of Ayahuasca on the mind and soul.

In this episode you'll find educational and inspirational conversation for taking steps out of your comfort zone and making meaningful changes in your life.

Foot Notes:

Jennifer MacNiven

Go to https://www.jennifermacniven.com to learn more about Jennifer.

You can find Jen's book, Mind, Body, Soulmate: Successful, single and still looking? For Kindle on Amazon.

https://a.co/d/gL1hErD

Find more information about the United Stands Yoga Federation at https://www.usayoga.org.

"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit " -Will Durant On today's episode Chris and Sarah are joined by Doctor Robert Martinez with an exciting conversation on the topics of Holistic Medicine and the possibilities of Psychedelics. Holistic Medicine is a modern approach to healing that focuses on the whole person; not just the physical form, but also the mind, spirit, and emotions. The purpose being to find a balance in the body's emotional and physical state that will improve overall health and wellness. Holistic medicine uses all forms of health care to treat the mind and body, including conventional medication and a variety of alternative therapies. Foot Notes: Internal Family Systems Richard C. Schwartz https://ifs-institute.com Dr. Charles Grob https://psychiatryinstitute.com/podcast/psychedelic-insights-researchers-grob/ No Bad Parts https://ifs-institute.com/nobadparts No Bad Parts Book https://www.amazon.com/No-Bad-Parts-Restoring-Wholeness/dp/1683646681/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=no+bad+parts&qid=1671040175&sr=8-1 Sam Harris https://www.samharris.org Movie: Saving Private Ryan (1998) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120815/ Tony Robbins https://www.tonyrobbins.com Book: Secret Chief Revealed by Leo Jeff https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Chief-Revealed-Revised-Conversations/dp/B09RFY9VY5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=JPAY9G0XY535&keywords=Secret+Chief+Revealed&qid=1671040734&sprefix=secret+chief+revealed%2Caps%2C133&sr=8-1

"You'll never become who you want to be if you're still attached to who you've been ."

Welcome to Zen Meathead's inaugural episode in our new recording studio, life change is the focus in today's episode. Change can be a difficult task for even the strongest of individuals.

In this episode, Chris is talking with his wife Sarah and Human Development Coach Lori Prutsman. Lori shares her knowledge on the struggles of making life changes and the skill sets needed to succeed.

Our inner voice can sometimes be our harshest critic, but don't give up friends.

To learn more about Lori or to hire her as a coach, go to https://loriprutsman.com/. Sign up to receive a weekly Sunday 'pre-burnout' email with tips to on how to slow down and ground yourself before starting another week.

You can also find Lori at the following links:

LinkedIn

Facebook

Instagram @SeattleBurnoutCoach

Also mentioned in this episode:

Song: Look Up, by Joy Oladokun.

Sarah's Spotify playlist: Boss Lady Power

"Science advances one funeral at a time ." - Max Planck

In today's episode, dieting and food take the centre stage. Food is a universal need for all life, and dieting is a social construct created by humanities obsession with being physically acceptable by todays beauty and health standards.

The internet contributes by causing an influx of misinformation about dieting and the impact that food has on our health.

Today, Chris is talking with his wife Sarah and Dietitian, Corrin Kalinich from The Pro Club. Corrin shares her knowledge and advice on food, dieting, meal patterns, healthy lifestyles, and lesser known information such as the Three Core Macros.

You only get one meat vehicle in this life, so listen in for another fantastic episode.

The Pro Club Gym - Bellevue Washington