Light Up Your Life Podcast

This is Part 1 of Macro Misconceptions, a 3 part series uncovering the truth behind each macronutrient.  When we better understand how things work, Galey believes we are more likely to make wise decisions about our health with confidence.  This episode debunks common misconceptions and myths about fat and it's functions.  Today's show addresses the following questions:  How muc...

When life is going good, it's easy to sit back, relax and become stagnant. If you are someone who desires to continually develop, you must change your perspective and behavior during "good" seasons of life. Galey shares 5 ways to step into a more VIBRANT life by using a simple metaphor.  If you want to know more about how to capitalize on the seasons and step into fullness, tune in!   So...

Where are you experiencing resistance in your life? In this week’s 8-minute message, Galey wants to speak life into those of you feeling like the weight of the world is on your shoulders. Galey uses a weight lifting term the “sticking point”, to explain seasons of life that cause pain, discomfort and tension. She talks through 5 strategies we can implement to fight through tumultuous seasons. We w...

In this weeks episode of The Light Up Your Life Podcast, Galey interviews health coach, life coach & business owner, Brittany Bociung. Brittany uncovers the most common struggle her clients seek help with. She explains how our mindset influences our health & gives practical advice to escape isolation and step into connection. This episode touches on a variety of subjects all based on the mental, e...

“How narrow is the gate & difficult the road that leads to life, yet few find it”. In this weeks show, Galey felt compelled to address this message from Matthew in regards to living a healthy lifestyle. The easy path or the path that everyone else seems to be taking, is rarely the the path that leads to a healthful life. This episode will identify three ways to fight through the difficult and narr...

In this episode of the Light Up Your Life Podcast, Galey emphasizes that where we fix our gaze, both literally and metaphorically, our life follows. She talks about having a lens of purpose, a lens of perspective and a lens of positivity over our life. Being intentional with every hour, making decisions for your long-term health, acknowledging the negative yet making something positive from it are...

In this weeks show, Galey interviews lead pastor, author, podcast host, husband and father, Landon Merrill. Landon shares about his experience being bullied, being the bully, and what it took to step into his true significance and calling. After being told countless times he would never be enough, Landon shares how through God he was able to step into his true significance. Landon speaks on what d...

After reading “How’s Your Soul” by Judah Smith, Galey feels compelled to share how this book relates to your health and wellness. She believes that when we have a healthy inner life, our external life is naturally impacted. In this episode, Galey highlights four ways to help you cultivate a healthier soul environment. Purpose driven work, rest, authenticity and connection are the focal points of t...

In this weeks solo episode, Galey jumps into how the Light Up Your Life Podcast began. She shares about her experience with starting something new and what some of the biggest challenges were. Whether you seeking a mindset shift or you have considered creating your own content, this show is for you! Learning from failure, overcoming perfectionism, and the power of consistency are some of the ideas...

This week Galey shares a five minute message for those of you who have felt like “something’s missing”. This show is about utilizing your time wisely to ensure you are equipped for the next season, blessing, or change coming into your life!

Burnout is REAL and can affect various areas of our life. In this week's show Galey dives deep into what burnout actually looks like, how to overcome it and five ways to practically avoid it all-together. When we are able to find the sweet spot between grinding towards our goals and being grounded within, we can genuinely flourish. You have a unique calling over your life and it would be a shame t...

There will be times when unhelpful thoughts find a way to seep through, regardless of how much work you have done to improve your mindset. These thoughts want to prevent you from stepping into who you are called to be. In this week's show, Galey shares how she has learned to shift her behavior in order to overcome negative self-talk. How we choose to ACT despite the inevitable negative thoughts or...

Let’s get REAL. In this weeks show Galey has a very raw conversation about period loss and recovery with Elsa Jacobson. They each share how they overcame the physical and mental challenges throughout this journey, while also emphasizing the importance of strong friendships through trying times of life. Despite being about periods, this show really is for everyone. We hope you enjoy todays show! If...

In this weeks show, Galey shares 5 factors which will automatically set you up for success in life. It is easy to overlook the “basics” like drinking enough water or eating nutritious food; however, these have dramatic impacts on our wellbeing. This episode dives into three more strategies which Galey implements on the regular in order to function as her highest level. This show was pre-recorded i...

As we celebrate the Fourth of July, Galey reminds the listeners that this initial independence did not extend to all people. She discusses how one man, Martin Luther King, was unwilling to put up with a life which resulted in death and misery. With this example, Galey hopes to encourage you to one: be grateful for your independence and two: stop playing the blame game. We may not be able to contro...

How can we determine where to go next in our careers and in our life? Galey encourages you to ask yourself this question: What do I value? Our values act as the foundation for our life and in turn they can help steer our life in the right direction. In this weeks solo episode Galey dives into the difficult aspects of pursuing our true passions, the power of intentional questions, & the affects of...

It is easy to show up as your best when life is good but who are you when things fall apart? In this week’s solo episode Galey uses her water-bottle as an analogy to describe the purpose behind times where we feel broken. When things break down in our life, the innermost parts of ourselves rise to the surface. We are forced to face ourselves, our coping mechanisms, our own dirt. In seasons where t...

In this week's interview Galey chats with Samantha Meza, a soccer player from the University of North Carolina. Sam shares her beginnings with soccer, advice for student-athletes, her thoughts on finding balance as a competitive college athlete, and how playing on the field has taught her life lessons off of it. This episode talks about having a grit mentality, how to respond to losses, the impact...

This week Galey shares an interview with clinical nutrition student Siru Janita. Siru studies at the University of Northern Finland & is currently studying abroad in Italy where she connected with Galey. Todays show covers a plethora of topics within nutrition including: what it means to have a healthy relationships with food, societal views of health, diet culture, disordered vs intuitive eating,...

In this weeks episode Galey poses the following questions: Who are you when no one is around to watch? Do you hold yourself with same integrity when you are alone or does that change when no one is there to observe you? This episode also highlights the importance of cultivating community & relationships which call you further into your authentic self. Finding those who call out the healthiest vers...

Today, Galey gets real about the importance of maintaining a healthy relationship with fitness. In this weeks episode, she shares about her experience having to stop training for 50 days. She explains how both her body and mindset had changed throughout the process. Muscle atrophy & self-esteem are just a few of the topics covered. She leaves you with practical steps to manage physical and mental...

In this week's solo episode, Galey explains what culture shock is, how it may show up in your life, and what to do about it. Through her own experience and research on the topic, Galey shares how to walk with confidence through life’s adjustments. Although unexpected (or anticipated) change may leave us feeling disoriented and overwhelmed, we can overcome it. Today, Galey offers 4 ways to navigate...

In this week's episode, Galey sheds light on a lie of the world: that who you are & what you have is not enough. This episode gets into what Galey describes as the “more mode”, which she’s observed while living in a major city. She explains how this mentality keeps us from fully stepping into who we were made to be, as well as the “lack mindset” associated with it. In todays episode, Galey wants t...

In this weeks 10 minute message, Galey dives into how exercise impacts the brain. The inspiration for this episode came from a book she’s been reading: “Spark”, written by Dr. John Ratey. Today's show will cover the science & studies behind movement and its insane effects on your brain. This episode is all about how to enhance your test scores, creativity, & overall longevity. “In order for man to...

In this week's message, Galey dives into how challenges encourage development. Through a short anecdote, she explains how after you take on one obstacle, it is likely to be followed by yet another. Oftentimes we are blindsided when faced with YET another challenge. We must learn how to lean into one obstacle at a time with the awareness that we are in it for the long haul. Life will be full of bum...