Resilient Humans

I ended Episode 120 with "This journey isn't over. It's just not yet." And here we are - with another shot at joining the Riverview Fire Department. This show is about digging in, self-advocacy, and persistence in the face of adversity. As always, please like, share, and subscribe.  If you would like some help, please reach out! I'd love to be your coach.  Thanks for listening!...

In this episode of The Resilient Humans Podcast , host Kevin Wood welcomes Kate Solovieva, a renowned health and nutrition coach who has mentored hundreds of coaches and worked with over a thousand clients. Together, they dive deep into the power of human connection, health, and habit-building. Kate shares her transformative experience leading a "Free Hugs" campaign, highlighting the emoti...

Last Wednesday, I went to the Riverview Fire Hall for the physical fitness test to become a volunteer firefighter. And I failed before I even got to climb a ladder. Disappointment. Confusion. Uncertainty. I experienced a lot of emotions since then. This journey isn't over. It's just not yet.   As always, please like, share, and subscribe.  If you would like some help, please reach out! I&#...

In this episode, we dive into the topic of resilience with Dr. Constance Scharff, a global researcher in addiction and trauma recovery. Dr. Scharff shares insights from her 20 years of studying mental health practices across different cultures. She emphasizes the importance of connection, mindset, and hope in overcoming life's challenges. Her experiences, from witnessing everyday acts of brave...

Is laziness a habit? Or is it just who you are? Something you were born with? I'm here to tell you the you can break free from the choice of laziness. You can choose to act, in any moment, to make a different choice. The act doesn't have to be large. In fact, I'd argue that the smaller the act, the better, as you won't feel as overwhelmed to begin. This show highlights the importan...

Mark England makes history as being the first person to appear 3 times on the show! And we knocked this one out of the park too. We hit on some new topics today, including: -Why people are resistant to change -Using the Enlifted Method personally -The differences between Beginner Syndrome, Imposter Syndrome, and Imposters -Why keeping it simple trumps complexity any day of the week Should I bring...

Loved recording this episode! This one has been on my mind for a while. We all know there has to be differences between successful and unsuccessful people. But what are they? Is it innate? Or are there skills and practices we can all utilize to be more successful? I give you 5 tangible differences: 1) Goals vs dreams 2) Simple vs complex solutions 3) Actions vs plans 4) Reasons vs excuses 5) Solid...

We are BACK! Let's get the fall seasons started with a guest interview with Todd Squires. I really enjoyed Todd's story about a men's trip he was on and how he started using some Enlifted tools with them out of the blue. They felt like he was messing with their minds (in a good way). Todd's also been influencing the culture at his gym, CrossFit Angola, by describing workouts using...

Bit of a different show today. This came in as a request from a current client. She wrote down a bunch of topics/talking points that we've discussed over the years, and wanted them all in one place. So this is it! Let me know if one or more points stuck out for you. If enough people mention one, I can make it its own episode. I'll also be taking August off as a quick break. New shows and g...

Described as one of the most sought-after, engaging, thought-provoking and truly transformative international speakers and scholars in her field, Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe is a multi-award-winning education and psychology instructor, author, and resiliency expert. She specializes in resiliency, navigating stress and change, personal wellness in the workplace, and optimal performance - both personal...

A little on the nerdy side today. "Once you hit (insert age), your metabolism goes to sh*t" I hate hearing that. Because it's a cop-out. Your metabolism isn't a light switch that just turns off. There are many factors why it slows down, and age is just part of it. Do you know the leading cause of a slowing metabolism? Muscle mass. Today's show, we dive into some fact and fictio...

Just realized I had two Jason's in back to back episodes. Today is Jason Turner! He created one of the only mental health treatment programs focused on our ancestral history of evolution, using physiology to support mental health and making experiential fitness a prescription for wellness. Jason is a resilient human having made it through two near suicide attempts and addiction as well as the...

This one might trigger a few people. Good :) There's a difference between needs and preferences. I've been on the receiving end of finding out the difference at many endurance events. And every time, it was a 'wonderful' learning opportunity. We all love our comforts. I get it. And sometimes, it's nice to have those comforts stretched to build a little resiliency and adaptabili...

A few months back, I was invited to be a guest on stage at a hypnotist show. I hadn't been to a show since high school (so a few years), and apparently I was...memorable. Jason Cyrus had me dancing, singing, blaming my wife for hiding my shoe (even though it was on my hand). After the show, I mentioned to Jason I had a podcast, and without hesitation, agreed to be a guest. And here we are! Wha...

If I had a dollar for every time someone used age as an excuse for NOT exercising, I'd be loaded. It's time to let go of that BS and get moving. I'm in my mid-40s, and still getting faster and stronger. When does the 'slowing down' part happen?  "Age is just a number" has been and will continue to be true. We have so much evidence of it at the gym. As always, please lik...

In this episode of the Resilient Humans podcast, I sit down with Ryan Fellows, a remarkable CrossFit affiliate owner and mindset coach. Ryan's journey from being a regular gym member to taking over a CrossFit gym and transforming it into a thriving community is nothing short of inspiring. We explore his experiences with endurance events like Spartan races and Hurricane heats, sharing the physi...

Eat meat and vegetables, nuts and seeds, some fruit, little starch, no sugar. That's nutrition in a nutshell. Simple, not easy. There are 3 supplements to a healthy diet that I think most of us should be taking: Vitamin D, Omega-3, and protein. I also talk about a bonus supplement - can you guess what it might be?  As always, please like, share, and subscribe.  If you would like some help, ple...

When Tony started his gym and had a son on the spectrum right around the same time it was stressful. He had to be resilient to make it through that. He had to grow my mindset. That is how his book was born. Since then, he is proud to say that the gym is thriving and so is his son Dylan.   In this episode, Tony dives into the difference between Fixed/Growth mindset, and his preferred terms - Finite...

My guest today worked on commercial fishing boats, was an exterminator, paramedic and now a realtor. She is multi passionate, has a sprinkle of ADHD, is very in touch with her emotions (as you'll soon find out) and loves her people and life! Rachel Nevers dives into her health challenges in recent years and how she turned away from western medicine and leaned into a more eastern-style of medic...

There's not a doubt in the world - moms are badass and resilient. I can speak from personal experience. From being adaptable, to being resourceful, to being able to juggle and multitask, moms have the skills needed to be resilient. I'm only scratching the surface here - I'm sure you can think of many other traits that make your mom a certified badass. As always, please like, share, and...

Bill's main message is this: it's not too late to live your best life, despite your age and what others might say. Bill has transformed from an 11 year old drug user to running 50 & 100 mile foot races. He is now 35 years sober and crushing life! His Corner Man Coaching business helps others get out of their comfort zones by changing their mindset. "The only thing that limits you i...

We have spent 100 episodes talking about resiliency, and haven't mentioned the human part yet. Well today is the day! I go over the 6 indistinguishable traits of being human and how they can show up in your life. They are: Emotional Complexity Social Connections Creativity and Innovation Adaptability and Resilience Learning and Curiosity Legacy and Impact : As always, please like, share, and s...

I had to make episode 100 special, and there was only one person I knew that could make it extraordinary. I welcomed my mom to the show. She's been through MANY health struggles over the years, and every time, came out even more resilient on the other side. Please join me in listening to her story of grit and resilience. I also want to thank everyone that tunes in every week. You make this all...

Over-thinking - to put too much time into thinking about or analyzing something in a way that is more harmful than helpful.  Overthinking can be a habit that holds us back from taking action. I’m all about flipping the script and practicing under-thinking! It could be a decision, a task, or even letting go of unnecessary words or worries.  Under Thinking + Low and Slow Breathing = The Magic  Over...

I'll say it from the start - nothing in this show is earth-shattering or thrilling. It's the basic stuff. AND, it's what we all need reminded about. Commitment to the basics will get you started. Consistency to the basics will get you to the finish fine. When you perform these 4 habits consistently, you will transform your life. If you would like some help, please reach out! I'd lo...