I Heard You When You Said

Most of us are unknowingly caught in a cycle of repetitive, unhelpful thoughts that sabotage our growth and peace. What if the key to breaking free isn’t about trying harder but about becoming aware of the thoughts that shape your life—and learning to take them captive? This episode dives deep into the simple process of examining, questioning, and rewiring your mind at its most fundamental level....

In a world drowning in noise, what if the loudest isn’t the most important? This episode uncovers the wisdom in quietness, showing how loud voices distract us from true priorities. Discover how cultural conditioning tricks us into chasing noise, while meaningful moments quietly shape our lives. We explore practical tools to anchor yourself amid chaos—slowing stories, asking powerful questions, and...

What if success is simpler than you think? This episode explores the power of weaponized curiosity —turning curiosity into your most potent tool for growth. Discover how asking the right questions can lead to innovation and resilience, just like a black belt winning a match with zero extra training. We tackle overthinking and show how clarity and simplicity break barriers. Learn why the simplest a...

What if lasting success isn’t just about business growth, but about deeply connecting with your community? Ryan Adam’s journey from firefighter to gym owner is about more than gains — it’s about transforming lives through love, faith, and purpose. In this episode, he shares how to blend grit with grace, building a legacy that outlasts workouts. Ryan’s story is raw and inspiring. From firehouses to...

What is the victim mentality? What is it made up of? How do you recognize when you are starting to lean toward it? What about it's close relatives of imposter syndrome and the fear of being seen? In this episode, we dive deep into the sneaky, mechanical ways your words and thoughts trap you in a victim mentality — and how a simple shift can set you free. Experience NavRAD '26 Lift Up a C...

In this episode, we explore how to work out your mindset by understanding and transforming the stories you tell yourself. Learn practical techniques like story translation, conflict versus architect language, and the importance of breath and emotion in shifting mental patterns. You will walk away with practical steps to start moving the needle on your stuck stories and the emotions that come along...

In this episode, Justin and Stacey host Mandy, their longest-standing client, who shares her transformative journey from struggling with body image and self-acceptance to embracing her identity as an athlete. The conversation explores Mandy's experiences with coaching, the impact of menopause, and the significance of her childhood memories, particularly the story of 'brown sugar' th...

In this episode, Justin and Stacey explore the concept that history doesn't repeat itself but rather rhymes, emphasizing the emotional impact of past experiences on current behaviors and relationships. They discuss the importance of laying down stories rather than pushing them down, the role of therapy and coping mechanisms, and introduce a four-step process for healing. The conversation high...

Join Justin and Stacey as they dive into their transformative journey from functional health coaching to mindset mastery. Discover how they help family leaders build strong mindsets for health, wealth, and family success. Tune in to explore the power of words and stories in shaping your reality and achieving lasting change. Follow us on Instagram! @staceyjhansen @justincarroll_mindset Want to hear...

In this episode, we ask: How did Amy transform her life by shifting her mindset? What role did the Enneagram play in helping her navigate major life changes?  Discover how Amy moved from a place of uncertainty to empowerment, using the Enneagram as a tool for self-discovery and growth. Learn how her journey led to the creation of a course designed to help others find their path. Tune in to uncover...

Listen in as we sit down with Amy Brown, a mother, author and mentor, for a deep dive on navigating the story we create about our bodies. Discover how Amy's experiences with trauma, adoption, and the pressures of societal expectations led her to embrace a new perspective on self-compassion and personal development. We explore the power of aligning your story with your spirit, and the importan...

In this episode we welcome special guest Elizabeth Bruckner, an acupuncturist turned accidental homesteader and author of "The Homesteader Mindset."  Elizabeth shares her journey from a career-focused lifestyle to embracing homesteading, sparked by a personal health crisis and the challenges of the pandemic. Discover how she learned to grow her own food, the importance of community, and...

In this episode, we're diving into the world of mindset and storytelling, where the tales you tell yourself can either make you a fitness hero or leave you stuck in a sitcom rerun. Listen in as we share our own laugh-out-loud experiences, from the perils of group fitness drama (think high school musical meets spin class) to the liberating moment of realizing that maybe, just maybe, you don&ap...

Listen in as we take you on a wild ride through our fitness escapades and the evolution of our friendship. Stacey spills the beans on her high school days, battling body image and trying to fit into the "Huntington Beach Barbie" mold. Spoiler alert: it didn't work, but it sure makes for a good story! Meanwhile, Justin tells all about his small-town upbringing and first taste of stru...

Tired of complicated health advice that goes nowhere? In this episode, we break down our straightforward 5S Framework for taking control of your health without the usual BS. Discover how your personal Story shapes your health journey, why Searing (cooking your own meals) puts you back in control of what you eat, how Sex represents the relationships that influence your wellbeing, why Steps serves a...

In this episode we explore the question, "What is mindset?" and define it simply as the story that you tell yourself. These stories are built from the words we choose. To "work out your mindset," you can of get your stories onto paper to see them clearly, slow down the speed and edit those words to create more accurate narratives.  This is our invitation to join our Fortify Hea...

In this episode of I Heard You When You Said , we sit down with Keith Saarloos , third-generation farmer, winemaker, and the acting “benevolent warlord” of Saarloos & Sons Winery. Keith shares the raw, unfiltered story of how his family built a thriving vineyard, the deep roots of their legacy, and why winemaking is about far more than just grapes—it’s about honoring the past and preparing for...

Change takes time! What most of us miss is that there is a process we step into each time we decide to make a change like adopting a habit or learning a skill.  Join us in this episode as we break down the steps to adapting to a new behavior or stimulus and the mindset that will help you summit your personal Everest! Follow us on Instagram! @staceyjhansen @justincarroll_mindset Want to hear more f...

For the second guest ever on I Heard You When You Said, we have our friend Dr. Halie Schoff here to talk all things functional health! In this episode we talk about what brought Halie to start her current functional health practice, why most people struggle with hormonal regulation and cheap/easy ways to improve your health that don't include "eat vegetables and lift weights". Find...

Have you ever wondered why you struggle to tell some people no? Through coaching and creating with hundreds of other people, we know this is common problem and in this episode we break it down for you.  Listen in to learn how to recognize if this is a problem for you and how you can go about tackling it head on! Follow us on Instagram! @staceyjhansen @justincarroll_mindset Want to hear more from u...

In this episode we explore the balance between hustle and downtime. Listen as we dive deep into how productivity and rest work together to create sustainable success. Through teaching, personal stories, and actionable tips, we challenge the “grind culture” and highlight the power of intentional rest. Tune in to learn how to find harmony between pushing your limits and recharging for a better, heal...

At Fortify Health Coaching we help you create quality patterns to enhance health and adapt to life.  Listen as we talk about who we help, how we help them and the results most people are looking for when they hire us for health coaching.  Our belief is that when we empower you to make better decisions that keep your mind and body aligned, you become unstoppable. Follow us on Instagram! @staceyjhan...

In this episode we are talking y'all back to the last few weeks at Fortify Health Coaching where we have traveled across the world and back (spoiler: we went to Australia).  We even ended up at Justin's family farm in Arkansas and we gained some new perspectives and create awesome memories along the way! Follow us on Instagram! @staceyjhansen @justincarroll_mindset Want to hear more from...

Every so often, we come across a topic within a client conversation that sparks a discussion between us.  Today we want to bring you into our personal thoughts and feelings around the difference in relationships where you're valued for WHO you are and not just WHAT you can do.  Join us as we tell stories of our friendship and experiences from the past to try and make sense of relationships! F...

For our fourth iteration in the Rules of Engagement series we discuss the template we teach our clients to use for creating new behaviors.  This simple (not always easy) process is how we go from learning about a topic to taking consistent action on it.  Join in and help us to bring people a better system to go from learning to acting without overthinking! Follow us on Instagram! @staceyjhansen @j...