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- The Health Impacts Of Reading Books
When someone picks up a book, they do so for a great many reasons, but the most important of these reasons is to find something that feeds you. Reading for growth – in your personal, social or work life – is an important step on the road that ultimately ends with you ending up in a much better place than you were before. Jason Wrobel and Whitney Lauritsen put forth the merits of reading for growth as a way of feeding your soul and the better you already inside of you. People consume the things they read in a variety of ways, but whatever you choose, just make sure that what you’re reading brings you to a better state than you were before. Find out more about what you should be checking out with Jason and Whitney.
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55 min - Handling Social Media And Anxiety With Robert Cheeke
In a world partially governed by a virtual society, social media and anxiety surface as an effective pair towards controlling the way people think about themselves and others. Today, Jason Wrobel and Whitney Lauritsen talk to Robert Cheeke, a speaker, vegan athlete, and the author of Vegan Bodybuilding and Fitness. Robert shares about how his anxiety has controlled his body and how he is handling it before speaking events. He opens up how the pressure from people telling him he can be someone great has given him more unease. Adding more pressure is his presence in the virtual industry, trying to please others to like him and his cause. Tune in to this episode to gather some tips on countering anxiety caused by social pressures and learn how to align with your goals.
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1 hr 5 min - Surrendering To The Things We Never Know That Are Coming For Us
Just when we think that things are going where they are supposed to, a sudden wave of emotions hit us that put us off track. There are times when the things you least expect start coming at you, and you feel like you’re never going to be the same way again. Jason Wrobel and Whitney Lauritsen dive deep into the highs and lows of life that we never see coming and let us into those moments of uncertainty in their lives. From thinking we’d get better when we’re older and then finding out we’re not, to realizing how different the plans of the universe are for us. Jason and Whitney share their take on the changes in our frame of mind as we grow up, realizing that the dreams and goals we once had do not really live up to where we are now. Though a bit gloomy, this episode actually gives you inspiration about finding your truth and knowing yourself even better as you go through life’s journey. All it takes is surrendering to wherever life and the universe take you.
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1 hr 12 min - The Ups And Downs Of Using Supplements
One way of making sure you’re always at the very top of your game without too much risk for yourself is using supplements. These health items ensure that you can make the most of what you can do with yourself and your body. Jason Wrobel and Whitney Lauritsen lay out all the pros and cons of using supplements in your daily life. Will these items work towards making you a better version of yourself? Let Jason and Whitney help you figure out if it’s for you.
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1 hr 30 min - The Hero’s Journey: Working Towards The Big Breakthrough With James Kyson
There are many perks to being an actor, especially with one with an international platform, but you can’t say that it isn’t a rough journey. An actor’s life is a constant dance between contentment and discontentment, always searching for the thing that will bring happiness. James Kyson is a renowned veteran actor who is best known for playing Ando Masahashi on the popular television series, Heroes. James converses with Jason Wrobel and Whitney Lauritsen about his journey as an actor – from his beginnings in New York City to the big break that brought him into the eye of Hollywood. James’ story is an inspiring one, especially if you’re working towards your big breakthrough.
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1 hr 16 min - Nostalgia And The Inner Child: Touchstones Of Joy In Adulthood
Growing old often gets the best of us. With all the responsibilities and expectations that weigh us down, it can be difficult and sometimes, even a luxury, to find things that excite and bring us joy. In this episode, you need not look further for what invigorates your body. Jason Wrobel and Whitney Lauritsen snap us out for a bit from our busy heads and transport us back to nostalgia and our inner child. They talk about the music, places, and the special things they have that evoke a specific feeling or memory, comforting them against the hustle and bustle. Reminding you too of your own, Jason and Whitney bring out the idea of excavating your childhood to see the passions, touchstones of joy, or forgotten dreams that you can bring into the present moment of adulthood. Revel in child-like wonder and find solace in the things that are already within you, even when life gets on the way.
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39 min - Nostalgia And The Inner Child: Touchstones Of Joy In Adulthood
Growing old often gets the best of us. With all the responsibilities and expectations that weigh us down, it can be difficult and sometimes, even a luxury, to find things that excite and bring us joy. In this episode, you need not look further for what invigorates your body. Jason Wrobel and Whitney Lauritsen snap us out for a bit from our busy heads and transport us back to nostalgia and our inner child. They talk about the music, places, and the special things they have that evoke a specific feeling or memory, comforting them against the hustle and bustle. Reminding you too of your own, Jason and Whitney bring out the idea of excavating your childhood to see the passions, touchstones of joy, or forgotten dreams that you can bring into the present moment of adulthood. Revel in child-like wonder and find solace in the things that are already within you, even when life gets on the way.
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39 min - Cliche Advice: Are “Experts” And “Gurus” Faking It Until They Make It?
If somebody has been doing something consistently for many years studying it, writing about it, and speaking about it, you might be inclined to call them experts or gurus. There’s nothing wrong with that if they’ve developed some level of expertise. However, a lot of people call themselves an expert or a guru when they’re only a year or two into their work. On today’s show, Jason Wrobel and Whitney Lauritsen shares their sensitivity around the words “expert” and “guru,” and those who are faking it until they make it or as a strategy for SEO reasons.
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1 hr 8 min - Cliche Advice: Are “Experts” And “Gurus” Faking It Until They Make It?
If somebody has been doing something consistently for many years studying it, writing about it, and speaking about it, you might be inclined to call them experts or gurus. There’s nothing wrong with that if they’ve developed some level of expertise. However, a lot of people call themselves an expert or a guru when they’re only a year or two into their work. On today’s show, Jason Wrobel and Whitney Lauritsen shares their sensitivity around the words “expert” and “guru,” and those who are faking it until they make it or as a strategy for SEO reasons.
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1 hr 8 min - The Power Of “Yes” With Justin Polgar
It is the month of love, of chocolates, and hearing the big Y-E-S. Taking these two things together in this special Valentine’s Day episode, Jason Wrobel and Whitney Lauritsen bring in guest, Justin Frank Polgar. Justin is an alchemical chocolate technologist, aka The Minister of Chocolate, who, with his company, YES Cacao, spreads the message of yes and the power of yes through cacao. Together, they take a deep dive into the power that lies with saying YES and how it inquires our decision-making. Taken under different contexts, yes is a powerful word that describes this immense and almost indescribable sensation that turns doors into doorways. Justin ties this to the philosophy and ethos of his company, using chocolate as a delivery system for botanicals that go beyond just the taste but also the sweetness of life in how his products allow the body to discern what is a yes and a no. Learn more about what Justin is championing with YES Cacao and find inspiration in finding the same infinite possibilities in saying YES as you do so in NO.
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There are many elements in our lives that affect our well-being and there are many ways that we can explore them. One avenue to optimal self-care is having open, honest conversations about what it…
means to be well. Navigate love and relationships, purpose and meaning, mental health and wellness, success and failure, and all of those things that make us human with Whitney Lauritsen on This Might Get Uncomfortable. Whitney has over 13 years of professional experience in the health, wellness, and entertainment industries. She guides you through the confusion and the curiosity, the suffering and the unfulfilled potential, and the questions of why we’re here and what we’re doing. Join her each week as she shares her perspectives on wellness and has radically authentic, insightful conversations about life with special guests. This Might Get Uncomfortable, so prepare to dive deep into the rabbit hole. Nothing is off-limits here! Life presents us with challenges every single day. Many of us struggle to make life feel worthwhile, meaningful, and peaceful. We’re confronted in our relationships, careers, faith, and the health of our body, mind, and emotions. We often have questions in our minds that go unanswered, and sometimes, we don’t even want the answers. We just want to have a really unfiltered discussion, let it all out, be truly heard so we can process our emotions. We want to talk about our deepest passions and secret longings, share our unfulfilled dreams and big goals, and inquire into the mysteries of life. If you’re in that place right now, we invite you to join Whitney here on This Might Get Uncomfortable.
Whitney Lauritsen is a podcast host, social media advisor, and well-being coach. She founded Eco-Vegan Gal in 2008 to share lifestyle practices and product recommendations that improve the quality of body, mind, and planet. Her books include best-seller The Vegan Ketogenic Diet Cookbook and Healthy Organic Vegan on a Budget.
As an advocate for high-performance living and mental health, Whitney launched Wellevatr.
Passionate about business, Whitney advises creative entrepreneurs with digital marketing strategies that amplify their passions. She regularly coaches, consults, and presents on social media trends, influencer partnerships, and content monetization. A six-year stint teaching workshops at the Apple Store advanced her tech knowledge and experience. She has participated in business programs led by Google, Facebook, and Scripps Network. Recognized by her colleagues as a connector, Whitney has run numerous wellness industry events at YouTube Space, during the Natural Products Expo, and on Clubhouse app.
Media appearances include Stossel, HuffPost Live, and The Ultimate Health Podcast. Whitney has contributed to Forks Over Knives, VegNews Magazine, Simple Habit, New Hope Network, iHerb, and Organic Authority. She has spoken at many conferences, summits, and festivals, such as Bonnaroo, Fitness Magazine, VidCon, Podcast Movement, and BlogHer Food. In 2014, she received the Ed Begley Jr. Environmental Activist Award.
Whitney minored in psychology while studying film production at Emerson College. She also took classes at NYU Tisch School of the Arts and Boston College. Her short films were broadcast on HBO and part of Steven Spielberg’s reality competition “On the Lot”. Before pivoting her career to content creation, she worked as a mentor at the Cannes Film Festival, managed an acclaimed production office, and assisted Rob Reiner’s family.
On this podcast, Whitney digs into the things that make people tick. The things that people are passionate about. The things that make people uncomfortable. The things that bring them hope, joy, and inspiration. The things that make them feel good in their bodies, minds, and hearts. The things that make life worth living and how to feel fully alive, genuinely happy and engaged every day. It's time to get to the core of who you truly are!