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Have you ever stopped and considered the power of word choice in transforming your performance, relationships and life? In this episode of the podcast, we speak with Terre Short to explore how intentionality in word choice can help open up possibilities for success. We'll discuss how intentional word choice can build better connections with yourself and others, foster creativity and clarity of pur...

Danny Navarro Jr. spent twelve years in federal prison after being charged at just 18 years old. In this episode we'll explore the sobering reality of ex-prisoners trying to find their place in their communities after release. Hear how Danny overcame the odds and found success in real estate in Los Angeles, plus how he managed to remain out of prison by making changes to his life and his mindset....

In this episode of Power Up Your Performance, we'll hear from Tara Halliday who will what it takes to overcome imposter syndrome. We'll be breaking down the importance of recognizing our value and how to reframe thoughts and feelings associated with imposter syndrome.  According to Psychology Today, research suggests that Around 25 to 30 percent of high achievers may suffer from imposter syndrome....

It's never too late to do something to better your life and your health.   In this episode, I talk with the author of  From Couch Potato to Endurance Athlete: A Portrait of a Non-athletic Triathlete  by Hilary JM Topper of Merrick, NY. Hilary will inspire anyone to overcome their past, push past their boundaries, and change their life for the better. Her book  chronicles her journey from almost fa...

We know the drill. Swimming can be a very boring fitness activity... all those hours, face down in the water... with nothing but the thoughts in your head. Today's guest, Sheera Goren, is going to share some tips on how to enjoy your time in the pool. Prior to taking the plunge in the deep end, Sheera graduated from UCLA with a law degree and became the general counsel for an international hospita...

Petia Kolibova  is a women's transformation coach who helps women who have been pushed down and been playing it small due to toxic relationships or unhealed childhood trauma to create a life that is true to them and their soul purpose. Her mission is to help women who are on the path to healing from past wounds move through their limiting beliefs and internal blocks so they can finally do what the...

Michaela S. Cox  is a multi-published author and speaker who writes about a wide range of topics. Drawing on her own life experiences with disability, divorce and the death of her beloved husband, Michaela knows what it's like to face trauma and tribulations and thrive through challenges. Her journey offers hope and a way forward to those who are dealing with challenges of their own. What I loved...

Kirsty Taylor is a Holistic Nutritionist,  bridging science and spirituality. She empowers people to understand what their bodies are trying to tell them, so they can heal their root causes. Because our bodies are always communicating with us, it's important to understand that these root causes are more than physical symptoms, and we need to also understand how our bodies need to heal on an emotio...

Janelle Anderson is a speaker, author, and confidence coach for women entrepreneurs helping them to own their expertise, monetize their message and attract more clients. With her powerful confidence-building formula, women are able to conquer the impostor within and speak up with confidence and clarity and make their brand stand out in the marketplace. Janelle is the creator of Fearless Confidence...

How do you create your dream life? Can tough times provide fuel to help you find your passion? I talked Jessica Michelle Singleton about how she got to where she is today - and how her comedy promotes healing. Jessica has been a force in the comedy world for the past half a decade. She was most recently seen in the Showtime docuseries, "The Comedy Store" about the world famous club on Sunset Blvd...

The world would have you believe that losing weight is easy, but the truth is, in many cases, you're being fed a generous helping of falsehoods and misguided dieting advice. The media, celebrities, weight-loss gurus, and the Internet bombard society with recommendations about how to shed unwanted pounds: Count calories, cut carbs, exercise more, skip meals, drink more water, pop a pill. Yet as mor...

Pain serves a purpose. It pinpoints where our limits lie. It helps us grow stronger and more resilient. But sometimes it overstays its welcome, interfering with our quality of life. While medication, surgeries, and other invasive treatments are all options on the table, sometimes the solution to controlling and eliminating pain lies in understanding the human body – i.e., where the buttons are and...

The mental side of the game is a skill and can be learned and practiced just like any other aspect of softball, soccer, volleyball, or any other competitive sport. Coach Jennifer Siess Gansner believes that when we define our experience, we can know it, name it, own it, and change it.  As the founder of Mine to Define coaching, Coach Jen helps competitive, athletic girls take charge of their perfo...

How do you find time from the hustle and bustle of modern life to work on your mental and physical health? We all know that health and fitness are crucial for our longevity and overall well-being. But scraping a few minutes from our increasingly fast-paced and chaotic world to focus on ourselves is a whole 'nother hurdle—which is why I welcomed Amanda Jane to the show. As a Certified Strength and...

Resistance training might be an aging girl's best friend. We talk with Mike Pullano, the Chief Product Officer at ARX (Adaptive Resistance Exercise), who recommends resistance training as a key part of aging gracefully—and for good reasons. Mikes insists that resistance training is a fundamental part of health. It is arguably the first line of defense against muscle loss. Strength training also bu...

If you are struggling with emotional eating, you'll want to listen to this episode. Cassie Christopher says, "...to anyone out there who is struggling with making the right choices... it's not your fault. There's nothing wrong with you. You're not lazy. You don't have a self-control problem. You don't have a willpower problem. That's the shaming message given to you by diet culture, but there are...

No one stays as animated in their 40s+ as they were in their childhood or youth. But getting older doesn't automatically banish you to a life of less vigor and energy. Sometimes all it  takes  to crank  up  your steam   are lifestyle changes .    Melissa Gunn shares  her tips on how men and women can invigorate their energy levels  past the  40  mark .   She  is the founder and CEO of Pure Strengt...

Today's guest knows all about forging a new path and finding happiness and success. At a young age, Marie Gould found herself with a gaping hole in her heart. Her journey to mend her brokenness took her to all the wrong places, and at times she feared she would never find what she longed for as she continued to make decisions that made her life challenging. In the introduction to her book: "Love T...

There's a creative genius in you; in all of us! This is a remark shared by Izolda Trakhtenberg on this episode of Power Up Your Performance . Izolda T. is a speaker, author, podcast host, and innovator who leverages her years of experience as a NASA Master Trainer to help businesses tap and supercharge innovation in their workforce. Her message is all about empowering individuals and promoting col...

Life is beautiful, but only if you tune your inner lenses to see it as such! You have a choice to either create the happy and purposeful life of your dreams or give in to the barrage of everyday pressures. It all comes down to the mindset you nurture.    Emma Ehrenzeller is a life coach and the founder of Authenticity Remastered, which is a coaching program that offers " the strategy & structure t...

What should you eat? Eating is a basic human need — but one that ha s been twisted to seem overly complicated amidst the flurry of food misconceptions, contradictory information , unsustainable fitness goals, and fad diets that are churned faster than you can keep up . The realm of n utrition i s just so messy! But what if you could ditch the ever-growing list of diet rules but still eat health il...

We think 70,000 thoughts a day, but that doesn't mean you need to believe every single one. Casey Edward talks about how to filter our thoughts and check in with ourselves so we can be more mindful of our thoughts and actions.  If you've ever felt anxious, had trouble sitting still, or struggled to be in the moment, Casey Edward has some tips that will help you take control of your life.  Casey is...

Discovering your potential and purpose in life is a key element to thriving, rather than surviving—especially for students transitioning from high school to college, which is a career- and life-defining stage in their lives. This is something that today's guests, Greg and Beth Langston, discovered while preparing their kids for college application in a system that paid little attention to the cruc...

Food touches every aspect of our lives, and everyone needs to eat. Because of this, your relationship to food is important, but it doesn't need to be hard.  Rather than worrying about lists of foods you can and can't eat, Claudia Wilson encourages her clients to be mindful of why they are eating. Claudia  is a health and lifestyle coach, registered dietitian nutritionist, , a board certified speci...

Amy Deland knows first hand that it's not easy to tackle health issues alone, and that navigating the vast world of health and wellness can feel overwhelming. Health issues have run in her family for generations, and she has witnessed how a lack of support and resources can prolong issues to the point of devastating consequences. Because of her personal experience and perspective, she wakes up eve...