Get Lively with Jan

Ever REALLY listen to the lyrics of songs?   So much can be learned from songs such as this grunge classic by the Foo Fighters.   "Everyone's got their chains to break… is someone getting the best, the best, the best of you?" Taking you on a journey through these lyrics to uncover - and learn - so much that is going on in our lives. Song: "Best of You" by The Foo Fighters Learn more about my progr...

In Michelle Obama's book, she talks about her college roommate changing her pre-med path because "it was messing with her JOY."   So in this episode I ask: what is messing with YOUR joy?   We will look at four areas that we need to evaluate to make sure that nothing is messing with makes us smile and enjoy this life. Book referenced: Becoming by: Michelle Obama Learn more about my programs!   www....

This time of year we tend to lose sight of our routines… we can easily become overwhelmed by holiday parties and obligations, and before we know it, we are having cookies for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.   We don't have to live like this!   We just need to get comfortable in the "gray" area and remember that doing SOMETHING is better than doing NOTHING!   Chatting all about how to do that in this...

What is the story of YOUR life?   How are you owning it?   How well do you know yourself?   First Lady Michelle Obama talks about not knowing what the future holds but knowing herself and owning her "story" in her new book Becoming.   Tune in as we explore these questions and what it means to own and "become" your story. Book referenced: Becoming by: Michelle Obama Learn more about my programs!  ...

Are you feeling unsatisfied in your life?   Perhaps you are TOO focused on getting and grasping, versus what matters most in life…   Love and connection.   This time of year we are bombarded by consumerism and commercialism and it is easy to lose sight of what brings us true joy.   Tune in and let's refocus on what matters most. Book referenced: The Book of JOY by The Dalia Lama & Archbishop Desmo...

This time of year we are all focused on strengthening our physical immune systems to help us fight off cold and flu germs.   But are you paying any attention to your MENTAL immune system?   It's just as important and it's time for us to start building it up.   Tune in to hear more about how to start.   Book referenced: The Book of JOY by The Dalia Lama & Archbishop Desmond Tutu Learn more about my...

Celebrating the one year anniversary of the "Get Lively with Jan" show! And in this episode I'm talking all about the importance of showing up.   We are going to dig into what holds us back from doing this and how to overcome the roadblocks.   Learn more about my programs!   www.getlivelynow.com/programs   Get in touch! Email me at: jan@getlivelynow.com  

Yes, self care is important, but do you ever find yourself blurring the lines between self care and self pity or absorption?   Exploring this line and how focusing more on COMPASSION and KINDNESS for others is key to releasing some of our own pain.   Book referenced: The Book of JOY by The Dalia Lama & Archbishop Desmond Tutu Learn more about my programs!   www.getlivelynow.com/programs   Get in t...

"There is nothing MISSING and nothing BROKEN in my soul."   I heard this today and it blew my mind.   In this episode, I'm taking you on a journey of how this statement had it's way with me and how I want it to have it's way with YOU.   Learn more about my programs!   www.getlivelynow.com/programs   Get in touch! Email me at: jan@getlivelynow.com

Do you make time for self reflection?   Do you make the time to ask yourself questions and give yourself the space to receive the answers?   I came across some great questions for self reflection in "The Well Life" (referenced below) and I've distilled them down to the 5 things you must ask yourself now if you want to bring more JOY into your life. 1.  At the end of your life, what do you want to...

What if life were more FUN?   What would that look like for YOU?   Have you ever taken the time to ask yourself that question: what would my life look like if I had more fun each and every day?   Maybe it is time to ask… and it's not as complicated as you think.   It's all about perspective. Learn more about More Joy: Less Weight - www.getlivelynow.com/morejoy   Get in touch! Email me at: jan@getl...

You are working too hard and thinking about your health TOO much to not feel good about your body, your weight, and your SELF.   It's time to take a different approach and consider what is really holding you back from living a life filled with more energy and more JOY. Learn more about More Joy: Less Weight - www.getlivelynow.com/morejoy   Get in touch! Email me at: jan@getlivelynow.com

Wait, you are a health coach and you are suggesting that I should INDULGE myself during the month of October?   Aren't you supposed to be saying the opposite?   Well, I ask: has deprivation worked for you in the past?   Maybe it's time to try something different… Book referenced: The Well Life by: Briana & Dr. Peter Borten Get in on October's month of lively indulging!   Check out: Get Lively OnDe...

Which end of this statement do YOU find yourself on?   Where do you WANT to be?   Digging into the thoughts that inform our lives and how it is possible to learn a new perspective. Book referenced: The Well Life by: Briana & Dr. Peter Borten Ready to get more LIVELY?   Check out: Get Lively OnDemand: www.getlivelynow.com/ondemand   Get in touch! Email me at: jan@getlivelynow.com

Yup, that's right, this episode is all about the lessons I learned after attending two Pearl Jam shows last week.   They've been influencing my life for 27 years and now is no different, so tune in and hear about how the idea of "second chances" need to play a role in your decision making and how to move past the "next day let down". Ready to get more LIVELY?   Check out: Get Lively OnDemand: www....

Who doesn't want more ENERGY?   I know I do!   Well, perhaps we need to be taking a closer look at how we are giving our energy AWAY and how we can do a BETTER JOB of preserving, refueling, and tapping into the energy sources around us. Tune in and feel more energized today! Book referenced: The Well Life by: Briana & Dr. Peter Borten Ready to get more LIVELY?   Check out: Get Lively OnDemand: www...

In my attempt to put together an episode that was "funny", I realized that I am not a comedian, SO instead I'm sharing a lesson on how reflecting on moments and experiences that are FUNNY help us to feel more energized and lighthearted.   Tune in and hear about what we actually spend most of our time thinking about… And if you need a laugh, this is the video I reference: Truro Power Nap: https://w...

We often have gifts we don't even realize we have to give.   Telling a story about the gifts my sisters' gave me - sharing their children with me - and the immense joy that I received from them.   It's simpler than you think and they may not even be aware of what they gave me.   In this episode I'm shining a light on the incredible gifts - that we may not even realize - we have to give. Ready to g...

Sharing words of wisdom from my Father-in-Law (aka Papa Taylor), who, by living his mantra - "That's just what we do." - sets the stage for those around him to experience immense joy. Tune in to find out what this means and discover what it is that is "just what YOU do." Ready to get more LIVELY?   Check out: Get Lively OnDemand: www.getlivelynow.com/ondemand   Get in touch! Email me at: jan@getli...

Gratitude, gratitude, gratitude.   Everywhere we go, people are talking about being grateful… BUT, are you really sitting into the moment and reflecting on all the forces that aligned to make it happen?   Are you acknowledging what occurred outward and within to find you in a place of your "cup runneth over"?   You will after you ponder your gratitude map and relish in the joy of this reflection....

We all know about FOMO, the FEAR of missing out, but have you heard about JOMO? The JOY of missing out?   I just learned about it myself and talking all about why we need to embrace it in this episode. Article: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/12/style/joy-of-missing-out-summer.html   Learn more about Get Lively OnDemand: www.getlivelynow.com/ondemand   Get in touch! Email me at: jan@getlivelynow.c...

Ever get that "heady" feeling? That feeling when your whole being seems like a series of thoughts colliding into each other inside your brain?   How do you get out of this space?   Tune in to learn how to make YOUR stand and release the grip of the mind (or whatever is ailing you!) Learn more about Get Lively OnDemand: www.getlivelynow.com/ondemand   Get in touch! Email me at: jan@getlivelynow.com

When asked what it means to be in good health, like most people, you probably answer with: eating well and exercising.   The "R, S, T, L, N, D and vowel E" answer of Wheel of Fortune.   So today we are going to dig deeper and look at what good health might actually mean for YOU and how to discover your most LIVELY. Learn more about Get Lively OnDemand: www.getlivelynow.com/ondemand   Get in touch!...

When asked what it means to be in good health, like most people, you probably answer with: eating well and exercising.   But what does that actually mean for YOU?   In this episode we are digging in to what it means for YOU to be in "good health" and what is your definition of feeling your most LIVELY. Learn more about Get Lively OnDemand: www.getlivelynow.com/ondemand   Get in touch! Email me at:...

Summer is all about sun, fun, and loosening the reigns, right?   And it should be!   But we don't want to return from our summer vacation feeling like we need a detox program or that we are bloated beyond recognition.   There is a happy balance to all this!   Tune to hear a super simple way to enjoy it ALL! Learn more about Get Lively OnDemand: www.getlivelynow.com/ondemand   Get in touch! Email m...