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I think, especially as women, we grow up with this idea in our head of what our perfect life is supposed to look like. We have a successful career, we have a wonderful spouse and kids…

This is what you’ve always said was supposed to make you happy right? So let me ask you this… if this is what you’ve always dreamed about… are you really happy?

So often when we hear about a comeback story, we think about overcoming this big adversity. But here’s the thing. We are at a place in our lives right now, where that comeback… looks like coming back to a life that isn’t burning the candle at both ends. Coming back to a life where you don’t collapse in a heap of exhaustion at the end of the day. Coming back to a life where you find that happiness again and you get your joy and your sparkle back.

Today I am going to answer the question, how can you create your own comeback story?

The answer is powerful, it involves… an 80’s movie montage…  And I think it’s going to surprise you.


Together, we will unpack:

• How can stress and inflammation perpetuate a cycle of suffering in our lives?
• Why is it important to take responsibility for our own health and well-being?
• The key steps for creating a successful "comeback story" in life.
• How we shift our mindset and habits to achieve self-love and personal growth.
• What role do visualization and goal setting play in shaping our future selves?
• Making peace with our past and taking personal responsibility leading to positive transformation.

Mentioned Resources:

Episode 90 - Triple Threat or Thankful Grateful Blessed?

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If you have ever found yourself in one of those chapters in your life of endings and beginnings, or maybe you are on an anniversary of one of those chapters and you seem to be reflecting on those lessons, then keep listening, because this episode is for you.

In last week’s episode, which was the big celebration 100th episode of the Gratitude Builds Fortitude Podcast, Amy Stark talked about the 7 steps to ultimate transformation. Here in this bonus episode, I want to expand on some key insights from that conversation that could be the catalyst for turning your life around. I will give you fair warning, there is quite a bit of my own personal reflection going on with some big events in my life… and I encourage you to use this as a time for your own reflection. Because we are going to do more exploration into radical responsibility, the reticular activating system, and embracing change, whether it’s change by your choice or not. So let’s jump into more reflections and this transformation together. 

Today I am going to answer the question, how can you be more settled and find peace during those chapters in your life that are full of endings and beginnings?

The answer is powerful, it involves… finding the most unusual tool in your toolkit…  And I think it’s going to surprise you.


Together, we will unpack:

• How can you find peace during chapters of endings and beginnings in your life?
• What is the significance of taking radical responsibility for your health and life during difficult times?
• Why is it important to fully embrace and experience raw emotions rather than immediately seeking to numb them?
• How can a shift in mindset and approach lead to unstoppable transformation in health and life?
• What does creating your own comeback story in health, life, career, and relationships mean?

Mentioned Resources:

Episode 100 - 7 Steps to Your Ultimate Transformation with Amy Stark. The 100th Celebration Episode

Episode 74 - When Gratitude is Put to the Test - My Divorce Story

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Welcome to the 100th episode of the Gratitude Builds Fortitude Podcast!

Thank you for being here. Thank you for tuning in and listening every week. Thank you for being a loyal listener. Thank you for your 5-star reviews and ratings. Thank you for reaching out on Instagram and letting me know how much the show has impacted you. 

It really means a lot to me that this message has meaning. I also want to give a special shout out to my podcast producer, Leah Bryant, and her team, and to my team as well, for all of the behind the scenes work that all of you do to bring this show to life every week. This celebration is as much for all of you as it is for me.

On today’s episode, my guest, Amy Stark, is going to answer the question… what are the 7 steps you can take to create your ultimate transformation?

The answer is powerful, it involves some buffalo, and I think it’s going to surprise you.

My guest today is Amy Stark. Amy is a Transformation Specialist and the host of The Stark Transformation Show. For over a decade, Amy has been teaching others how to master their life and energy with the most cutting-edge tools and techniques.


Together, we will unpack:

• How embracing transformation can lead to personal growth and resilience.
• What are the benefits of discipline in achieving personal and physical transformation?
• How self-awareness and self-regulation contribute to overall well-being and happiness.
• What tools and practices can be used to regulate the nervous system and manage thoughts for personal transformation?
• What is the significance of knowing one's "why" for pursuing transformation and making positive changes?
• How do societal influences and personal barriers impact our ability to make positive changes for transformation?
• The role gratitude and joy play in the process of personal growth and transformation.
• Building a supportive tribe contributes to the sustainability and success of personal transformation.

Connect with Amy:

Listen to the Stark Transformation Show Podcast

Follow Amy and Stark Transformation on Instagram

Follow Amy and Stark Transformation on Facebook

Learn more about Amy and Stark Transformation

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If you are a fan of the Miracle Morning and you are ready to take the SAVERS to the next level, if you loved my interview with Hal Elrod last week, or even if you are looking for ways to incorporate daily practices that will result in success beyond your wildest dreams, then keep listening because this episode is for you.

Today I am going to answer the question, what are 5 new ways that you can incorporate Hal Elrod’s Miracle Morning into your daily routine to create even more success in your life?

The answer is powerful, it involves… an out of body dream in Sedona, AZ…  And I think it’s going to surprise you.

Together, we will unpack:

• How taking ownership of your life gives you power, influence, and the ability to drive change. 
• Learn how to view adversities as opportunities for growth and develop an unwavering mindset that propels you forward, no matter what life throws your way. 
• Why Big G Gratitude isn't just about saying "thanks" -it's a way of life. 
• Discover why it's important to expand your consciousness, embrace change, and choose how to respond to triggers in a way that moves you toward success. 
• Why creating a consistent morning routine provides stability and safety even in times of uncertainty.

Mentioned Resources:

Episode 98 – Hal Elrod Shares His Top Secrets to Create Your Miracle Morning and Miracle Life
The Miracle Morning

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If your mornings are full of chaos, which then creates a day full of chaos, this episode is for you.

What if… I told you that there was a way that you can take 6-10 minutes – the exact amount of time that you probably spend dreading getting out of bed… and stack your morning with proven, ancient traditions that not only give you a head start on your day, but will help you to create your miracle life.

On today’s episode, my guest, Hal Elrod, is going to answer the question… how can you create your Miracle Morning and Miracle Life? Even if you aren’t a morning person.

The answer is powerful, and I think it’s going to surprise you.

Together, we will unpack:

• What is the Miracle Morning, and how can it change your life? 
• What specific benefits do the S.A.V.E.R.S. have in creating your optimal day?
• Can you really do this in 6-10 minutes? And does it have to be in the morning or can you practice any time of day?
• The 2 biggest misconceptions about affirmations.
• How you can create your miracle evening for optimal restorative sleep.
• Hal's experience with heartfelt gratitude in overcoming a tragic car accident, cancer, and other adversities in life, and why it's important to be grateful for more than just the good things in life. 

Hal Elrod is an international keynote speaker and the author of 12 books, most notably The Miracle Morning, which has sold over 3 million copies, and has recently been expanded by 70 additional pages and 2 additional chapters, including the Miracle Evening and the Miracle Life. His mission is to elevate the consciousness of humanity, one morning at a time, and he has certainly done that, not just with the millions of readers, but for me personally.

Hal’s list of adversities that he’s overcome in his life is a mile long, and we’ll get to that in the interview, but it’s not the adversities, it’s how he’s overcome them and turned them into perspectives and practices that are going to transform your life, like they did mine.

It’s my honor to share this special episode with you, where we are counting down to 100 episodes of the Gratitude Builds Fortitude Podcast with some of my favorite and most influential people in my life.

Mentioned Resources:
Get the Book - The Miracle Morning
Connect with Hal Elrod and The Miracle Morning

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We think that the key to success is all about making a good decision and then putting forth the effort to create the outcome. But what if I told you there were some hidden costs involved when we do it this way? If you are ready to streamline your efforts and decisions, then listen up, this podcast episode is for you.

Today, we are going to answer the question… what are the hidden costs that we don’t think about when we make decisions and put forth effort to achieve our goals?

The answer is powerful, it involves… a room full of boxes. And I think it’s going to surprise you.


Together, we will unpack:

• The often-overlooked costs associated with decision-making.
• The unexpected challenges and emotional toll that decisions create. 
• The emotional and logistical challenges involved in pursuing a goal.
• The effort of not doing something and the cost of inaction versus return on investment.

Mentioned Resources:

Episode 96 – What Separates Top Performers from Everyone Else with Mark Bailey

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If you want to be a high achiever, then listen up. On today’s episode, my guest is going to answer the question… what separates top performers from everyone else?

The answer is powerful, and I think it’s going to surprise you.

Together, we will unpack:

• What is the difference between high performers and achievers and everyone else?
• How to prioritize your goals to achieve higher-level results.
• Is there a difference between making the right and wrong decisions?
• Why it's essential to embrace bold decisions.
• The importance of challenging assumptions and beliefs so that you can continue evolving and growing.

Mark Bailey is a high-performance coach who develops entrepreneurs in leadership, performance, and growth. He is the creator of the Behaving Boldly Blueprint ™ where he helps entrepreneurs conquer overwhelm to increase impact and income so they can have greater flexibility and freedom in their business and life.

Mark spent more than 20 years in leadership, sales, marketing, and training, including working as a coach with Infusionsoft/Keap where he trained 1000 entrepreneurs to integrate influence and persuasion to achieve faster results. He’s also worked with top 7 and 8-figure brands to coach and train thousands of entrepreneurs within their elite Masterminds.

Connect With Mark Bailey:
Instagram

Mentioned Resources:
Episode 78 - Trust the Vision, Not the View

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We’ve all heard the advice from Steven Covey to begin with the end in mind. But what if I told you that was only half of the equation?

Today, we are going to answer the question… what is the missing piece to completing this circle and becoming a highly effective person?

The answer is powerful, it involves…well… you’re just gonna have to listen. Because I think it’s going to surprise you.


Together, we unpack:

• Discover the missing pieces to success.
• The importance of ending with the beginning in mind.
• The perception of endings and transitions.

Mentioned Resources:

Episode 74 - When Gratitude is Put to the Test - My Divorce Story

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Welcome to Day 12 of the 12 Days of Gratitude! This year's theme is the Year of You.

Congratulations on making it to Day 12! 

This is where our vision from days or weeks or months ago actually becomes our reality. It’s a big deal and it’s worth celebrating. 

In addition to celebrating, this is when you look back and reflect on your journey. And do a little debrief. 

• What are the lessons that you learned?
• What were the hurdles that you overcame?
• Who was the person who you became in the process?
• What worked?
• What didn’t work?
• What would you change the next time around?
• How were you grateful for both the good times and the bad?

It’s called a journey for a reason. The horizon doesn’t have a start or a finish. It’s the same with life. We hit our goals or we reach a new height and we celebrate.

Thanks for tuning into this special series, the 12 Days of Gratitude. Be sure to download your free journal prompts at pinkfortitude.com/12. And... if you are ready to take those next steps to claim that 2024 is the Year of You, head over to pinkfortitude.com/coach to learn more.

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Welcome to Day 11 of the 12 Days of Gratitude! This year's theme is the Year of You.

There are 5 main stress areas that we have in life.

Let me ask you... what is the main source of stress in your life right now

Relationships

Work–career, entrepreneur

Loss / Grief –death, divorce, becoming an empty nester, losing a job

Big Changes –moving, marriage, baby, becoming a caregiver

Illness / Disease

Which one or ones are you dealing with?

Thanks for tuning into this special series, the 12 Days of Gratitude. Be sure to download your free journal prompts at pinkfortitude.com/12. And... if you are ready to take those next steps to claim that 2024 is the Year of You, head over to pinkfortitude.com/coach to learn more.

Connect with Holly:

▶️ FREE TRAINING - THE PSYCHOLOGY-BASED METHOD TO OUTSMART EMOTIONAL EATING IN 10 DAYS - https://event.webinarjam.com/channel/hollybertone

▶️ FREE EMOTIONAL EATING PSYCHOLOGICAL PROFILE - https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/weight-quiz

▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone

▶️ More resources for Your Midlife Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach

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