Conversations with Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss the idea of using curiosity when things aren’t going as planned and the potential benefits that can come from using this strategy. Tune in to hear: Angela shares two examples from her life where she was encouraged to use the lens of curiosity when viewing difficult situations Angela talks about how using curiosity in hard times created an energetic shift in her and h...

On today’s episode, we discuss that as we grow and evolve, we are allowed to release identities that no longer serve us. Tune in to hear: The conversion that prompted this topic Angela shares pivotal life experiences that were catalysts in the evolution of her identities  Angela opens up about facing the false identities related to her eating disorder and how this has led to her current understand...

On today’s episode, we are so excited to welcome Chelsea Witbrook to the show. Chelsea is a certified Spiritual Director and Enneagram teacher based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She is certified through the Full Circle Enneagram and Somatic Enneagram, and offers courses, coaching, and cohort immersions into Enneagram learning and Inner Work. Chelsea is the host of the podcast “The Enneagram of Essen...

On today’s episode, we discuss that the true value of working towards any goal is who you become in the process and not in the achievement of the goal itself. Tune in to hear: Julie reflects back on her athletic achievements and sees that the character growth she gained in the process is her impact on the world now Julie talks about that the real meaning of her mom’s life lies in who she was as a...

Happy New Year Everyone! On today’s episode, we are ringing in the new year by sharing the words we have selected to guide us in 2025. Tune in to hear: Angela and Julie both discuss the process they use to choose their word of the year Angela and Julie reveal the words they choose for 2025 and reflect on what they mean to them  We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sur...

On today’s episode, we are joined by Will Crossan to discuss his journey of coming home to himself, of finding what he calls his inner compass, and how this has guided his life’s work helping others find and follow the light of their souls to share with the world. Tune in to hear: Will shares his background and how living based on society’s rule books lead to internal suffering Will talks about hi...

On today’s episode, we discuss the false narrative that plays in a lot of our heads making us think that there is some sort of destination and only when we arrive there can we enjoy life. Tune in to hear: Angela shares how becoming aware of her internal dialogue made her stop and reflect on the false framework that happiness comes when we achieve a specific goal Angela goes over personal examples...

On today’s episode, we welcome back Jackie Pirtle-Hall, an elite endurance athlete, coach, business owner and mother to discuss how she creates an environment that supports healthy relationships with food and body. Tune in to hear: Jackie discusses the environment and dysfunctional thought patterns that fueled her eating disorder Jackie dives into the wisdom she has gained along the way in her rec...

On today’s episode, we discuss how thinking and feeling “Not Good Enough” ultimately deprives us of experiencing the fullest amount of joy and contentment in the present moment. Tune in to hear: Julie shares how googling herself and reading about the athletic accomplishments she did not remember getting prompted this discussion Julie opens up about how feeling “not good enough” has caused her to d...

On today’s episode, we discuss what failure means to us, how our relationship with failure has evolved, and the wisdom we have gained. Tune in to hear: Angela shares how life experience and personal development have lead to the evolution of her understanding of failure Angela discusses how the “failures” in her life have been when she has learned the most, grew the most, and develop the most confi...

On today’s episode, we are honored to be joined by Jenna Maziur. Jenna is a retired special education teacher, a high school basketball coach, a Holistic Integrative Nutrition Health Coach owning her own business called Whole Health Wellness, and above all a mother of 4 children. Tune in to hear Jenna authentically share her heart and journey of navigating life with a child with special needs and...

On today’s episode, we discuss the power that words can have. How a single comment can change the trajectory of someone’s life. Tune in to hear: Angela shares the interaction with a former patient that sparked this topic Angela reflects on how good and bad comments that were made to her in childhood have shaped her lived experience Julie talks about her daughter’s school project that demonstrates...

On today’s episode, we are honored to be joined by Jackie Pirtle-Hall, an athlete who has competed at the highest levels, including the USATF Half Marathon Championships and the Olympic Marathon Trials, to discuss her journey of recovering physically and mentally from an eating disorder. By learning to fuel and love her body, she began setting records in half marathons and became the 8th fastest w...

On today’s episode, we discuss our experiences interacting with people who have been less than kind and what we have learned from them along the way. Tune in to hear: Julie shares her experience witnessing her children interact with others who are unkind to them  Julie goes through the steps she uses to help her children navigate these situations and reframe them to develop empathy and resiliency ...

On today’s episode, we are joined by Shannon Novosel to discuss her journey from semi-professional basketball to a career in financial coaching and living a life greater than she could have imagined. Tune in to hear: Shannon shares how she bravely said no to corporate America and gave herself the freedom to explore another way of living Shannon explains the principle of “Interviewing Your Future”...

On today’s episode, we are joined by Allie Bowles as she shares her story, her heart, and the wisdom she has gained from going through a divorce and returning home to herself. Tune in to hear: Allie shares her story of marriage, family, and divorce  How hitting rock bottom caused her to redefine the meaning of success  Allie discusses the value of saying yes to opportunities when they come even wh...

On today’s episode, we discuss motivation. Is motivation something we can change and increase? How does motivation fit into making positive change in our lives? Tune in to hear: How motivation is a force that can either be used in healthy or unhealthy ways How to use discipline to harness your motivation into a superpower to achieve your goals How the role of positive feedback creates momentum and...

On today’s episode, we discuss the idea that maybe more is not more and just because we can do something doesn’t mean we should. Tune in to hear: Angela reflects on the costs of being part of hustle culture which stemmed from her experience as a D1 student athlete in a doctoral program Angela shares her hopes for how she wants to live in this next phase of life finding more balance and joy As an a...

On today’s episode, we discuss adaptability and how being adaptable may be one of the most valuable attributes we can develop as humans, because as we learn time and time again, life never quite goes as planned. Tune in to hear: How life events forced Angela to learn to adapt and taught her that sometimes the best parts of life come from when things do not go as planned The steps Angela takes to d...

On today’s episode, we discuss a part of our brains called the reticular activating system. The reticular activating system is the filter between our conscious mind and subconscious mind which determines what information we perceive and what we don’t. Tune in to hear:  How we can curate this filter and create our own reality  Julie reviews the neuroscience of the reticular activating system  Angel...

On today’s episode, we are incredibly honored to be joined by Willie Blue. Willie was raised in St. Louis, Missouri, and joined the United States Army in 1972 where he served for 24 years. Willie earned an Associate degree from Midlands Technical College in Columbia, South Carolina, his BS in business at Coker University in Hartsville, South Carolina, and dual Master’s degrees in management and in...

On today’s toolkit episode, we discuss the practice and benefits of giving yourself praise along your journey. Tune in to hear: Our lightbulb moments when we discovered the power of this practice The benefits you receive from setting aside time to give yourself positive feedback Strategies to implement this practice into your life  We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be...

On today’s episode, Ang shares what recovery from an eating disorder has been like for her over the last year. Tune in to hear: Ang explains why she decided to open up about what she is going through Ang discusses characteristics of having an eating disorder Ang vulnerably opens up about the suffering and pain that is part of recovery Listen to hear tips on how you can help someone who is going th...

On today’s episode, we discuss the experience of feeling so much resistance before a big change takes place. Tune in to hear: The definition of resistance and why it is normal to experience resistance when you are leveling up in life Julie shares her personal experience of resisting ease in her life and the steps she is taking to allow in and live from a place of ease Angela discusses her current...

*Warning: The episode discusses sensitive topics such as suicide* On today’s episode, we are joined by Hannah Conner to discuss the topic of grit in high performers. Hannah is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, mental performance & recovery coach, guest lecturer, group facilitator, & creative. Her professional experience includes working in community-based substance misuse treatme...