To Your Health

If you've ever felt like you're what's standing between you and reaching your health, weight loss, or other goals, you're probably right - and today's episode is for your.

I'm joined by speaker and mindset coach, Laura Aura and we're talking about how to get out of your own way, gain clarity on what you actually want, simplify the shit out of your efforts, and build confidence so you can make gutsy moves to live a fulfilling life.

LauraAura is a dynamic Keynote Speaker, Mindset Coach, and host of The Gutsy Podcast, a Top 100 show that inspires listeners to own their true desires and make gutsy moves to get them.

Through her activating speeches, LauraAura teaches audiences how to cut through mind junk, gain clarity, and take action without overthinking or overcomplicating their next steps.

As a visionary, LauraAura is the first to nudge you out of your comfort zone and the last to hug you as you rise to your next level. Let her guide you to stop fighting yourself and start embracing a life that makes you feel truly alive.Website: www.lauraaura.comTT/FB: @lauraaura  Podcast: The Gutsy Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gutsy-podcast-mindset-personal-development/id1445481970

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We all know consistency breeds results but actually being consistent with the things that matter is easier said than done.

Today I'm unpacking the most common culprits that prevent consistency and tips for overcoming them.

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What if success in reaching your health and weight loss goals starts with how much you value yourself?

In this episode, we're joined by Dedee Cai, founder and performance coach at FIT TO PROFIT, to dig deep into the idea that self-worth is the foundation of all success.

Dedee draws from over 15 years of experience in business and health/wellness to show how entrepreneurs—and anyone with big goals—can transform their lives by focusing on their self-worth.

Tune in to learn how to break past self-imposed limits, develop a success-driven mindset, and cultivate the confidence that drives results in both health and life.

If you're ready to level up and achieve your goals from the inside out, this episode is for you.

Dedee Cai, founder and a performance coach of FIT TO PROFIT, a company that utilizes psychology, cognitive science, holistic wellness to help entrepreneurs get holistically fit to attain peak level of performance in their life and businesses. With over 15 years of experience in running her own businesses in the brick/mortar, health/ wellness industry, DeDee married her love for living an optimal lifestyle, and business to create FTP. She believes that your self-worth is your net worth, and she’s on a mission to empower women to live up to their own potential unapologetically while changing the world.

Website: www.fittoprofit.com

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When hurricanes are heading toward land, there are usually a handful of models predicting their path and intensity.

Does that mean nobody does anything to prepare since they're not exactly sure which will happen?

Of course not!

The same can apply to our day-to-day lives.

This episode I'm exploring what we can learn from hurricane planning to apply to everyday life.

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You don't have to be an extreme sports athlete to get something out of this episode.

Jennie "AdrenaJen" Milton will inspire you to see fear as the opportunity to rise up to the challenge and get the most out of your life.

From kitesurfing and heli-sking to spinal surgery and 3 brain surgeries, Jennie's "Fear Formula" can be used to overcome any challenge you're facing.

Jennie "AdrenaJen" Milton is an accomplished extreme sports athlete, champion snowkiter, and trailblazing kitesurfing icon who has transformed her thrilling life into a journey of empowerment and inspiration. With numerous accolades, including titles as the Australian Kitesurfing Champion and a globally ranked Snowkite Champion, Jennie’s career is built on courage, resilience, and a deep passion for the outdoors. Her life story is a testament to her unstoppable spirit, marked by adventures in Alaska's backcountry, surviving avalanches, and even escaping polar bears.

Known for her engaging and high-energy approach, Jennie coaches women in snowkiting camps, teaching them not just the technical skills of the sport but also how to conquer their fears and build unshakable confidence. She brings this same energy to her role as a keynote speaker, where her talks blend real-life adventure stories with actionable strategies, helping audiences face their own fears and challenges with newfound courage. Her popular "Fear Formula" unpacks the tools and mindset athletes use to stay calm under pressure, sharing valuable lessons with everyone from corporate teams to women over 40 seeking to pivot their passions.

Jennie is also the author of a heartfelt children's book series that follows characters who learn bravery and self-belief, with a special focus on supporting families dealing with childhood cancer. Through her books, speaking, and coaching, Jennie is dedicated to inspiring people to overcome fear, dream big, and live life to the fullest, embodying her signature motto: Ready Mindset Go.

​​Watch SJ heli-skiing in Alaska: https://vimeo.com/338558533

Website:  https://jenniemilton.com/

Kites and Coaching: https://adrenajen.com/

Children's Book: https://galeandtheredkite.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adrenajen/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrenajen/

Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrenajen/

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Got a few reminders for ya today so that you don't find yourself ankle deep in candy wrappers at 9pm.

The tips and takeaways from today's episode are relevant for pretty much any holiday or occasion when temptations are aplenty (so, basically all times) so don't miss it!

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You've probably heard the advice to fake it til you make it.

Today's guest, actor and speaker, Tara Jade Fox, has a better way.

She's sharing professional acting techniques we can all use to embody our personal and professional goals - and have fun doing it!

Tara Jade Fox is a dynamic actor with a diverse portfolio spanning theatre, voiceover, on-camera film and TV, and performance capture- think black spandex suits with dots all over like in Avatar of Planet of the Apes. Leveraging her extensive experience, Tara delivers captivating keynotes that fuse acting techniques with motivational insights, empowering audiences to unlock their potential and achieve their goals.

Website: www.tarajadefox.com 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarajadefox/ IG: http://www.instagram.com/tarajadefox

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Training yourself to find solutions rather than excuses is one of the characteristics I've noticed among my most successful clients.

It's easy, normal, even, to focus on why nothing can change and it's not our fault.

But that's not how we get results.

Learning how to think creatively and be willing to experiment is crucial if you want to overcome the challenges you're facing now and in the future.

I'm sharing exactly how to do this and how it'll benefit you in every area of your life in this episode.

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Whether or not you have a dog, you can probably picture one and, odds are, it's excitedly running in circles at the sight of its leash or zooming around the park chasing a ball.

Dogs exude happiness. Which is exactly why Michelle Waitzman started thinking about what we can learn from them to be happier, ourselves.

The result is her book Be As Happy As Your Dog: 16 Dog-Tested Ways to Be Happier Using Pawsitive Psychology.

We're chatting about a few of those ways today -- plus what not to do that dogs do!

Michelle Waitzman is a writer, plain language consultant, and dog lover. She is the author of Be as Happy as Your Dog: 16 Dog-Tested Ways to Be Happier Using Pawsitive Psychology, Sex in a Tent: A Wild Couple’s Guide to Getting Naughty in Nature, Moon: Living Abroad in New Zealand, and Psychic Animals: Superstition, Science and Extraordinary Tales. Before her writing career, Michelle worked in TV production and corporate communications. She lives with her husband and two mixed-breed rescue dogs, Marlowe and Nuka, in Toronto, Canada.

https://www.beashappyasyourdog.com/ (You will find downloadable images and links to my previous podcast appearances on the "media" page.)https://www.facebook.com/BeAsHappyAsYourDog

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Having a medium to long-term weight loss goal can feel pretty daunting.

It's easy to be motivated at first, but once you've been at it a few months, it's hard to keep going with the same level of commitment when you know you have a long road ahead of you.

Enter the concept of surging-and-cruising toward your goals in a stepwise way that allows you mental breaks to recharge and practice maintaining the results you've achieved so far.

Tune in to learn how this works and how to put it into practice for yourself.

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