"Learned it from an 80's Song"

The story of Navigating Unfamiliar Territories  & Thriving through Personal Growth with Luiza Belkova In this episode, Luiza Belkova shares her story of adaptation to new cultures and experiences from her move to Moscow after the dissolution of the USSR and later her move to New York City.  She teaches us that regardless of where you come from, staying true to yourself and your value...

Dení is a dynamic Happiness Coach & Trainer, certified in Whole Person Coaching, and holds a valedictorian Masters degree in Image Consulting. Originally from Mexico City, Dení has been residing in Switzerland since 2004. Her workshops encompass a wide range of topics including happiness and meditation practices, reflecting her passion for holistic wellbeing and personal growth. Most recently,...

Join us in this enlightening episode as we kick off International Women’s Month with the transformative journey of Dr. Cree Scott. She is the visionary founder and CEO of Serenity Psy Consulting. With over 15 years’ experience as a consulting psychologist, executive coach, and clinician, Dr. Scott’s story is one of resilience, strength, and the power of spirituality in overcoming life’s most signi...

In this episode, we dive deep into actionable insights for personal and professional growth while championing climate consciousness and sustainability. We explore Annette Gray’s transformative journey, a global leadership coach and sustainability advocate. She shares invaluable lessons on shifting conversations towards solutions amidst the climate crisis. Annette Gray is an accredited global leade...

Embark on a journey through the rugged landscape of life’s challenges with our special guest, Jason Kosec, a seasoned geologist turned business leader. Kosec attributes many of his learned lessons, resilience, and team leadership approaches to his professional football career with the Canadian Edmonton Elks (formerly Eskimos). Join us as we delve into the depths of overcoming obstacles, mastering...

Together with Dr Sapan, Luis Monteagudo John Doran and your host, Patricia Friberg we explore examples and the science behind celebrating wins of 2023 and wishes of 2024. It is so easy for us as human beings to look at “what is next” rather than staying in the moment to celebrate the good things or wins, no matter how big or small. In this episode, you will learn the science behind the importance...

John Doran, a seasoned educator and TED speaker with over 30 years of experience is dedicated to leveraging the transformative power of education to disrupt poverty and empower young individuals. As the author of ‘The Ways to Well-Being’ and the creator of the SMART Training Programme, he speaks internationally on resilience, emotional intelligence, workplace well-being, stress management, and per...

In this episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Sapan, a Family Physician of Indian origin who received medical training in England and is currently based in Canada.  His mission revolves around promoting weight loss and metabolic health through lifestyle changes challenging the reliance on medications. Join us as we delve into the life and beliefs of Dr. Sapan, a physician who...

In this episode of “Regenerate,” we have the pleasure of introducing a figure in the field of health, wellness, and the arts, Luis Monteagudo.  With a wealth of experience exceeding 36,000 hours in health coaching, life coaching, and personal training, Luis is an expert and a symbol of inspiration and perseverance. From starting his journey in a factory at the age of 4 after immigrating to th...

In this episode of “Learned it from an 80s Song”, we dive deep into the journey of Neil Seligman, a true pioneer in the consciousness space and the Founder of The Conscious Professional. He is an acclaimed author and influential figure on the speaking circuit.  Get ready to be inspired as Neil shares his personal story of growth, self-discovery, and the power of authenticity. We will also lea...

In this episode of the podcast, join Certified Professional Fitness Coach Sandi Griffin as she shares her incredible journey and empowers others to achieve their fitness goals. Sandi’s extensive experience as an IFBB International Women’s Physique athlete, bodybuilding coach, and trainer has made her a sought-after consultant for Olympic and World Champion Athletes, U.S. Military Special Forces me...

Join us in this inspiring episode as we host Dr. Radlauer-Doerfler, a renowned expert in the social influences of mental health and a recent Ted-X Speaker. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Radlauer-Doerfler has significantly impacted behavioral health, public health, and organizational development. Her research on structural racism in the behavioral health field has led to the developing of a...

It is Mental Health Awareness Month. We sit down with mental health advocate Tabby Kerwin, an award-winning mindset coach and best-selling author, to discuss her relationship with grief and how she overcame multiple losses. Tabby’s mission is to use her lived experiences coupled with her research in Positive Psychology to help others. Tabby also emphasizes that you can hurt, heal, and be happy. We...

Lisa Pezik is a Business Strategist, a #1 International Amazon Best Selling Author, Worldwide Speaker, Off-Broadway Playwright, Solo Theatre Actor, Songwriter, Recording Artist and former RN. She shares her incredible journey of surviving a narcissistic mother to pushing the boundaries of what she thought was possible to achieve her biggest dream!  Through self-reflection she made the decisio...

With more than a decade of experience in working in the public schools supporting the well-being of students and families, Maggie Jones has been published in academic journals for her work on PTSD. With the increased demand for professional mental health services during the pandemic, school counselors, like Maggie, noticed their roles shifting. They spent much of their time providing crisis interv...

Patricia returns to “Learned it from an 80’s Song”, after a short hiatus, completing the Masters in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology from the University of East London. As part of this episode, she shares a personal story of being transplanted to many different places throughout her life, including an international relocation. Because of these experiences and transitions, Patric...

Sean Ruff is a physical education teacher and fitness and weight management expert in this episode; he shares his story of perseverance and commitment.  As a youngster growing up in a challenging home environment, he recognized he had a choice to overcome distractions which sent him on a different trajectory. Through excelling in sports and having the support of his teammates, he found his pa...

Dr. Levi Harrison is a renowned Orthopedic Surgeon who is an author, speaker, philanthropist, and inventor. He just opened up his own Surgical and Wellness Center in CA.  In this episode, Dr. Levi shares his powerful story of how one shiny red bicycle inspired his journey to health, medicine, and being of service to others. From a very early age, he felt called to become a hand surgeon, and h...

Mariana Santos is the Founder and CEO of Brazilyfitness. She shares her powerful story of striving to gain confidence through life transitions as she adjusted to life in another country, moving from Canada to Brazil. Through her journey, she shares how her life challenges ended up being a gift, ultimately paving her way to her life’s purpose. Her mission is to help people build confidence, communi...

Tim Flynn is the Owner of the nationwide Kato Karate martial arts school and an anti-bullying expert and spokesperson. In this episode, he shares his story of perseverance, honesty, and bravery in overcoming his own childhood experience with bullying.  Through his martial arts community, his mission is to help all children recognize their strengths and build confidence to achieve their person...

Kraig Durco is a drummer for the Canadian Rock band Bad Men Association and the creator of the innovative in-home workout Kettle Cards. He shares his story of how making the tough decision where he felt he was taking a step back ended up being exactly where he needed to be to reflect and discover. His movement towards creativity has helped create community and human connection among young adults,...

Wasim “the Dream” Hajjiri is a two-time #1 bestselling author, executive coach, and Forbes Coaches Council contributor. He shares his story of perseverance in overcoming the odds and building his dream.  Moving to the United States from Jordon with just a backpack of belongings, in part 2, Wasin shares his stories of defeat, perseverance and triumph! His father’s legacy ignited his life’s pur...

Suzanne Mattaboni is the author of the debut fiction novel ONCE IN A LIFETIME, a fun and irreverent coming-of-age fiction novel set in the 1980s against a backdrop of New Wave music and art. She is a former Newsday reporter, Pushcart Prize-nominated fiction writer, and a member of the Newsweek Experts Forum. Suzanne’s work also appeared in Huffington Post, Seventeen, Child, Guideposts, and Chicken...

Wasim “the Dream” Hajjiri is a two-time #1 bestselling author, executive coach, and Forbes Coaches Council contributor. He shares his story of perseverance in overcoming the odds and building his dream.  Recognizing the early life lessons and his father’s legacy ignited his life’s purpose, which became the key to his success.  His program has contributed to the success of the many he ins...

**The Understanding of the Modern Day Gentleman** **Zach Falconer-Barfield, author, podcaster, speaker, and “The Gentlemen Entrepreneur,” shares his secrets to his success through his inspiring story of perseverance.  With his curiosity and an intense yearning for knowledge as a youngster and some incredible role models, he inspires men globally to become the best version of themselves. ...