Evolve Beyond Limits

Episode Summary: In this WTF episode of Evolve Beyond Limits, Stacy Gissal and Becca Lamar have an honest, nuanced conversation about faith, spirituality, and the damage that can occur when belief systems become rigid, judgmental, or rooted in fear rather than love. Sparked by recent public conversations around Christianity and inclusion, this episode explores what happens when people confuse cert...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Evolve Beyond Limits podcast, Stacy introduces one of the most deceptively simple—and profoundly transformative—tools she teaches her clients: the Ayurvedic principles of “like increases like” and “opposites balance.” These foundational concepts help leaders understand what their bodies, emotions, and energy are communicating in real time, long before stress...

Episode Summary: In this Work Smart, Play Hard episode, Stacy and Andrew pull back the curtain on one of the most practical tools they use to “work smart and play hard” as a couple and a family: their weekly family meeting. Borrowed from the EOS Level 10 (L10) business meeting structure and adapted for home, their Sunday sit-down isn’t about who’s “in trouble”—it’s about alignment, focus, and actu...

Episode Summary In this solo episode, Stacy introduces a foundational tool she uses with every client: the Emotional Cycle of Change. She breaks down the five phases we all move through when pursuing any goal—from the sunshine-and-rainbows start to the dreaded Valley of Despair—and shows you how to recognize where you are, what to watch for, and how to keep moving until your new habits are truly e...

Episode Summary: In this episode of WTF with Becca Lamar, Stacy and Becca get candid about the messy middle of entrepreneurship, the illusion of overnight success, and the growing lack of integrity in the online coaching world. From Gen Z’s “instant six-figure mindset” to social media’s curated perfection, they unpack the danger of skipping the experience part of expertise—and why authenticity, hu...

Episode Summary: In this solo episode, Stacy breaks down why feeling “off” in your life, work, or relationships is almost always a core values problem—not a productivity problem. She walks you through how to define what you stand for, how to use those values as a powerful filter for decisions, relationships, opportunities, and your calendar, and how Evolve Beyond Limits holds itself to the same st...

In this debut of Work Smart, Play Hard, Stacy and Andrew go behind the scenes of life as a two-entrepreneur household—sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly. From purpose-driven work and forced growth to cash-flow whiplash and capacity ceilings, they unpack what it really takes to build businesses, a marriage, and a life you actually want—without skipping the messy middle. You’ll learn: The real...

Episode Summary: In this solo episode—recorded in the new EBL studio—Stacy Gissal pulls back the curtain on the last six months: the messy middle, the near-quit, and the decision to re-energize Evolve Beyond Limits around one core insight—stress isn’t the villain; complacency is. She traces 16 years of work across physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health to reveal how EBL now helps leader...

Episode Summary: In this raw and unfiltered episode of the Evolve Beyond Limits Podcast , Stacy Gissal and her BFF (and co-host) Becca Lamar launch the new WTF Series — a space for the conversations everyone’s having behind closed doors but no one’s brave enough to say out loud. Together, they dive into what it really means to be told you’re “too much.” From shrinking to fit in to learning to cele...

Episode 111: Is Stress the Villain or the Blueprint? Rethinking Stress and Unlocking Your Next Level Show Notes: Welcome back to the Evolve Beyond Limits Podcast , where we explore all things personal growth, transformation, and stress optimization . This episode is a bold reframe: What if stress isn’t the villain we’ve been taught to avoid—but the blueprint for becoming your most resilient, align...

Episode 110: From Burnout to Balance: Gut Health, Stress, and the Truth About Healing with Layne VanLieshout Show Notes: Welcome back to the Evolve Beyond Limits Podcast , where we explore personal growth, transformation, and stress optimization from the inside out. This week, Stacy sits down with Layne VanLieshout, a Certified Functional Practitioner and founder of LV Wellness Consulting, for a p...

Episode 109: How to Shift from Drama to Empowerment (Using the Drama Triangle Tool) Show Notes: Welcome back to the Evolve Beyond Limits Podcast , where we dive into all things personal transformation, emotional resilience, and stress optimization . In this powerful episode, Stacy introduces a transformational tool that’s been a game changer for her clients (and herself): the Drama Triangle —and h...

Episode 108: Are You Living the Life You Want—Or the One You Were Taught to Want? Show Notes: Welcome back to the Evolve Beyond Limits Podcast , where we dive into all things personal growth, transformation, and stress optimization . This episode invites you to pause and ask a powerful, perspective-shifting question: “Is this the life I want… or the one I was taught to want?” Stacy shares honest r...

Episode 107: Why Every Closed Door Is a Blessing in Disguise (Even When It Hurts) Show Notes: Welcome back to the Evolve Beyond Limits Podcast , where we explore all things personal growth, transformation, and stress optimization . In this raw and empowering solo episode, Stacy shares the real-life moments that didn’t go as planned — from rejection letters to deep personal loss — and how every “no...

Episode 106: 6 Signs You’re on the Edge of a Breakthrough (Even If It Feels Like You’re Falling Apart) Episode Overview: What if feeling like a hot mess was actually a sign that you’re about to evolve? In this episode of the Evolve Beyond Limits podcast, we dive into what it really looks and feels like to hit your current limits and prepare for your next breakthrough. If you’ve ever started questi...

Episode 105: Why Change Feels So Hard (and What to Do About It) Why is change so frickin’ hard? In this episode of the Evolve Beyond Limits podcast, we break down the real reason transformation feels like an uphill battle—and why that’s totally normal. Using a powerful river-and-kayaker metaphor, she reveals how our brains (and bodies) are wired to follow old paths unless we intentionally choose n...

Episode 104: The Vibrancy Method In this episode of the Evolve Beyond Limits podcast, we dive deep into one of the most powerful questions you can ask yourself: Why are we doing all of this? We explore: What it really means to live a satisfying, fulfilling, and vibrant life The difference between just "getting things done" and feeling truly alive The energetic power of living from love a...

Episode 103: How to Reduce Stress and Boost Energy with an Ayurvedic Daily Routine In this episode of the Evolve Beyond Limits Podcast, we explore how aligning with the natural rhythms of the day through the ancient Ayurvedic practice of Dinacharya . Dinacharya can help you reclaim your energy, reduce stress, and live in harmony with your body’s true needs. You’ll learn: What Dinacharya is and why...

Episode 102: The Truth About Overgiving (And What to Do Instead) In this episode of the Evolve Beyond Limits Podcast , we're diving deep into the misunderstood world of giving . Have you ever found yourself feeling resentful, burnt out, or taken advantage of—despite trying to do the “right” thing? You might be giving from the wrong place. We break down the 3 energetic places we give from: Ego...

Episode 101: How to Use Someone Else’s Energy to Level Up Ever admired someone’s confidence, calm, or the way they just own a room—and wondered, “How do I get some of that?” In this episode of the Evolve Beyond Limits podcast, we’re talking about something that’s helped me (and my clients) move through fear, procrastination, and self-doubt: channeling the energy of people you admire—until that ene...

Episode 100: From Dreaming to Doing: How to Lock In Real Change Are you tired of wanting things to change but feeling stuck in the same old patterns? In this episode of the Evolve Beyond Limits podcast, we get honest about what it really takes to move from wanting something, to actually choosing it, and most importantly—committing to it every single day. I share a story that’s stuck with me for ye...

Episode 99: How Tough Choices Lead to a Better Life In this episode of the Evolve Beyond Limits podcast, we dive into the power of choice and how small, everyday decisions can shape your life. Learn how temporary discomfort can lead to long-term growth, freedom, and fulfillment, while chronic discomfort keeps you stuck in a cycle of missed opportunities.  Through relatable stories and actionable a...

Episode 98: Finding Your Sweet Spot: The Secret to Turning Stress into Success Find your balance between too much and too little stress with this episode of the Evolve Beyond Limits podcast. We’re diving into the concept of the “stress sweet spot” and how finding that middle ground can lead to personal growth, peak performance, and a more fulfilling life. ✨ Learn why living in your comfort zone c...

Episode 97: How to Stop the Downward Spiral and Take Control of Your Life In this episode of the Evolve Beyond Limits podcast, we’re diving into the concept of "spiraling up" or "spiraling down" and how it impacts personal growth. Life always throws situations our way, but how we react can either hold us back or push us forward. By understanding how our emotions and stories inf...

Why Bold Action Is the Only Shortcut to the Life You Want Are your actions truly aligned with the person you want to become? In this video, we’ll unpack the four types of actions: 1️⃣ Inaction 2️⃣ Reaction 3️⃣ Distraction 4️⃣ Bold Action Spoiler: only one will get you the results you want without a bunch of wasted time & energy 😋 If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like you’re just spi...