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Positive Solutions 4 Life is a twice a week podcast centered around transforming your mind and body from the inside out by mastering your inner mental game so you can live the life you truly desire. If you love reading or listening to self-improvement books or podcasts, or follow one of the many experts in personal growth out there, then this podcast is for you! Tune in weekly where you will find top tips, tricks, and strategies to master the skills needed to optimize your life and reach you ...
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Celebrating the power of our stories to help us rise above life’s challenges and transform them into greater purpose and authentic connections. Each one of us has a story. A story of overcoming, of illumination, of transformation, of determination. This is what Epic Exchanges is all about.
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In the Holistic Trauma Healing podcast, I share the profound path to healing trauma that allows us to move out of the role of victim and into the role of conscious and empowered creator of our best possible reality through mental, physical, emotional, spiritual, and ancestral trauma healing. Learn how trauma affects every part of your existence and how to weave a new web of life that isn't ruled by the past. The HTH podcast empowers you to heal trauma in the same way it has affected you -- a ...
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Kathy Sullivan is the owner of Talent Principles, an executive coaching and organizational development consultancy. She is a board-certified coach, change agent, keynote speaker, and author of Moms Eat First: 5 Principles to Prioritize Yourself and Create the Change You Crave. In this episode, Kathy talks about the 5 Principles or R's from her book…
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This episode is a summary of the book, Jump–Dare to do What Scares You in Business and Life by Kim Perell. Kim shares her personal story and a simple, successful formula for facing fear head on, ditching the excuses that hold you back, and finding the courage to Jump into the next chapter of your life. Some highlights include: 3 Types of Jumps 4 Bi…
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This week, we welcome Dr. Leticia Wright to the podcast. Dr. Letitia Wright is the Executive Producer and Host of Wright Place TV which has run on cable for over 22 years. A Former Chiropractor, Dr. Wright transitioned into the Media World. Wright Place TV is in its 23rd season with a bandwidth spanning over 6.5 million homes throughout Southern Ca…
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"Wherever You Go, There You Are" by Jon Kabat Zinn is what started it all for Deanne after receiving a diagnosis of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). She became a Brain Health Coach with the Amen Clinic and used herself as a test subject to get her brain back. In this episode, Deanne shares how she used her diagnosis of ADD to get her health under …
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This book challenges the idea that time needs to be managed in order to be productive. Instead of struggling to get more out of your time, David Kadavy shows you how to get more out of your mind in order to be more productive and creative. In this episode I highlight ways that Kadavy emphasizes to help you get more out of your mind, including: 4 St…
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As Canada celebrated Thanksgiving this past weekend, we are not entering what we like to call the Season of Gratitude, that takes us through US Thanksgiving and into the December holiday season. Practicing gratitude is way more than just being thankful. It changes how we show up in the world, it helps us find healing, and then gives us even more to…
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In this episode, Tim Kelly shares insightful information he has learned through researching little known truths about health and fitness that can change your life. Through his research, Tim figured out how to counter his own anemia, develop his slow twitch muscles, how muscles grow according to the way they are stressed, that keeping your body at t…
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What you spend money on is what you value. What do you value? What are you spending money on? In this episode, Peggy challenges you to think about your spending habits, thoughts around money, and how they are influencing your kids' beliefs and actions around money. Your actions speak louder than your words when it comes to a lot of things, especial…
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This week, we welcome Debbie Crouch to the podcast. Debbie Crouch is an inspiring artist and the founder of Art for Wellness CIC, where she uses creativity as a tool for personal growth and healing. Overcoming challenges such as a difficult childhood, neurological disorders, and a mental breakdown, she rediscovered her passion for art as a form of …
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In this episode, Leslie Shreve shares some insights into how to productively and efficiently manage your email, tasks, time and information and tips on what you can do now to get you started. She stresses that people have enough tools and apps to help with managing their day, what they don't have is a system, a method to approach their day and task…
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In this episode, Peggy highlights some of her takeaways from the movie, Inside Out 2, viewed through the lens of her experience as a mom to 5 girls and as a mental health therapist. She also gives her reasons why this movie about changes in girls as they enter puberty mirrors some perimenopause symptoms for women later in life. Inside Out 2 is a gr…
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This week, we bring you Lauren Burns and her incredible story. Lauren was kidnapped at the age of seven by her biological father and taken to Jordan. In 1992, NBC produced a made-for-television movie about her kidnapping and rescue. Lauren’s journey of forgiveness and healing is an empowering story. She is the host of the Redeemed Podcast on Spotif…
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In this episode, Marnie talks about how life is a journey, how we all need to find and listen to our inner voice, develop a clear vision of what we want and where we want to go by asking ourselves questions and doing things that scare us. Marnie is an entrepreneur, certified health coach, podcaster and author. Marnie helps busy women and teens impl…
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In this episode, Peggy talks about what it means to feel the day, how it relates to creating a meaningful life and how you can be more intentional in creating memorable moments. Feeling the day is about being present, mindful, and conscious in little moments throughout the day in order to truly experience life. Peggy gives examples how three differ…
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This week, we introduce you to Bobbie “The Awesome” Malatesta. Bobbie Malatesta is the creator of 3-21 No Kiddin’ Nonalcoholic Beverage Store & Sober Social Club. Bobbie’s mission is to create Recovery Playgrounds, to encourage adults to “play” again, remove the stigma around addiction and live life to the fullest. Bobbie is a podcaster, author and…
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In this episode, Lori Rogers talks about how your thoughts, words, and what you imagine creates your life. For most of her life, Lori didn't know how much her worrying, anxiety and negative thoughts were affecting her and her business until she went to a wellness fair and heard a speaker say that you create your life. This sent her on a path of lea…
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You most likely have heard the term, work-life balance, but have you heard of work-life harmony? I saw this term in a book I’m reading. I hadn’t heard this term before and it piqued my interest. In this episode, I share a little more about the difference between work-life balance and work-life harmony and why I think we all should strive for more h…
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This week our guest is Kelly Mariah, another one of the authors in our new collaborative book, The Strength to Shift, available now from your favourite book seller! Kelly Mariah is a certified coach, speaker and trainer with the Maxwell Leadership Team. She believes that intentional personal growth, a positive support system, and finding purpose in…
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In this episode, Bronwyn Schweigerdt, anger expert, helps to unpack anger, what it really is, and how to release yourself from its hold in your mind and body. Bronwyn discusses how anger is real but it is a secondary emotion, so it is really important to look within to find the true emotion felt that is coming out as anger. Anger is not bad. No emo…
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This week, learn about Canadian hero, Terry Fox, who inspired an entire country with his Marathon of Hope as the 44th Annual Terry Fox Run happens on September 15th! Exchange Quotes: “I just wish people would realize that anything’s possible if you try; dreams are made possible if you try.” – Terry Fox “I want to try the impossible to show it can b…
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Have you ever been stuck in a negative mood? I have more than I'd like to admit. In today’s episode, I will share with you 10 things that I ask myself that provide clues into the way I am thinking, feeling, behaving and showing up for myself and to the world around me. It starts with awareness, asking ourselves a few questions and deciding to do so…
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In this episode, Lisha Song talks about our bodies are trying to communicate to us when things are not aligned and when things are not ok. Our bodies are messengers and very intuitive, if we listen. Lisha also shares insights about her book, 'Love What Hurts' which includes personal stories, the importance of integrating psychology, somatics and sp…
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This is a summary of Dr. Tom Ingegno's, The Cupping Book. I received this book and cups as a gift for having Dr. Tom on my podcast in August (see Episode on August 16th). He did not ask me to read his book nor did he ask me to give a review of it. I am just sharing this book summary as it aligns with my mission to help bring Positive Solutions to y…
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This week our guest is Peggy Meyer, another one of the authors in our upcoming new collaborative book, The Strength to Shift (releasing on September 9, 2024) Peggy Meyer is a farmer’s wife, mother of six and lifelong learner who is passionate about the topics of personal growth and mindset. As a mental health therapist for nearly 25 years, she focu…
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In this video, Maria Maldonado Smith talks about how she got an early start in goal setting that turned into a post-it note that allowed her to achieve her goals in business and her personal life. Maria is the Chief Empowerment Officer of MMS Consulting and the creator of the Executive Vision Imagery program. She equips leaders, employees and organ…
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This week our guest is 2016 and 2024 Canadian Paralympian, Nathan Clement Nathan Clement has been an athlete his whole life. After a stroke caused by chicken pox at the age of 2 that caused him to lose mobility on one side of his body, Nathan entered sports as a way to help him regain some control over his left side. With parents and siblings who w…
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In today’s episode, I will define selfish, selfless, and challenge you to think a little differently about it and why selfish could be the best thing for you and others. Peggy wraps up the conversation with the poem, "Our Deepest Fear" by Marianne Williamson. Get in touch with me! Questions you want answered? Giving suggestions or feedback? Just wa…
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Gary Acevedo has immersed himself in over 30 cutting edge empowerment innovations over the past 40 years to design the pinnacle of personal effectiveness and empowerment programs. Gary has become recognized as a world-class trainer of trainers creating advanced training for some of the country’s best facilitators, coaches, healers and speakers. He …
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This week our guest is Tami Goulet, another one of the authors in our upcoming new collaborative book, The Strength to Shift (releasing on September 9, 2024) Tami Goulet, the Soulful Business Alchemist behind Speak Your Soul Magicks, leverages over 25 years of corporate experience and 5+ years as a solopreneur to empower entrepreneurs. Combining pe…
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Have you ever wondered how your thoughts, words & emotions affect water? The Japanese water experiment was the work of Dr. Masaru Emoto. He conducted a series of experiments to test the effect of words, thoughts, and emotions on water. He believed that water can pick up the vibrations or energy of certain emotions spoken through words and thoughts …
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Dr. Tom is the author of "The Cupping Book: Unlocking the Secrets of Ancient Healing". He owns and operates Charm City Integrative Health in Baltimore that provides a multidimensional approach to reducing inflammation, improving circulation, and regulating the immune system. You can find out more about Dr. Tom, his book, and how to book him to spea…
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This week our guest is Robyn Tidrick, one of the authors in our upcoming new collaborative book, The Strength to Shift (releasing on September 9, 2024) Robyn Tidrick received her Bachelor of arts in psychology from the University of Washington and lived more of her life in Washington state. After a decade of being a stay-at-home mom, Robyn took on …
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When you take a bad 5 minutes and turn it into a bad day or 2 or 3 by “milking” it all day, you are doing 3 things. 1. Living in the past. 2. Allowing your feelings to run your life. 3. Acting like a victim. If you don't want to do these things, you can take 5 minutes or less to move on from a bad feeling by shifting your focus in 3 ways. 1. Focus …
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Her method and ideas are aimed at reassuring the reader that they do not have to forgive the unforgiveable. Everyone can start small. Forgiving the little things that cause negative emotional reactions in us, including ourselves. Forgive is selfish. It is for you to unlock the chains that hold you back, keep you stuck, and make you sick. Start by m…
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This week, we talk about who is our inspiration as Kelly shares her first memory of being inspired by someone else, Canadian Olympian, Silken Laumann. Kelly Snider’s journey began at the age of three when she was rescued from a house fire that took the lives of both of her parents. Diving into her own story and finding deeper understanding and heal…
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What routines do you have around your morning, lunch, preparing for the next day, bedtime, or other parts of your day? If your routine is not working, it's time to evaluate and make some changes. As John Maxwell says, “You will never change your life until you change something you do daily. The secret of your success is found in your daily routine.…
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In this episode, Peggy briefly describes his 5 Step Formula and the 5 Foundations of Health from the book. 5-Step Formula Decide that you MUST Change Appoint Yourself Head of State Establish the 5 Foundations Take Massive Action Live Good Daily 5 Foundations–Focus, Food, Fitness, Frame, Filters If you want to experience real health, you need to foc…
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This week our guest is Danielle Reedy Danielle Reedy (she/her) is an Olympian, Speaker, Coach, Author, and Podcast Host. From Canada to Australia, she pursued her impossible dream of joining the Australian National Synchronised Swimming Team and competing in the Olympics, achieving that goal at the Rio Olympic Games in 2016. After five years on the…
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She also references the 7 steps for being your future self from the book, "Be Your Future Self Now" by Dr. Benjamin Hardy. 1. Clarify your top 3 priorities or purpose 2. Eliminate Lessor Goals 3. Elevate from needing, to wanting to knowing 4. Ask for exactly what you want 5. Automate and Systemize your Future Self 6. Schedule your time around your …
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In this episode, Risa talks about 4 important lessons she has learned and now embraces. 1. What CAN I do. 2. Ask for help. 3. Do the thing. 4. Stop and enjoy the moment. Risa shares some snippets of inspiring stories she has in her memoir, 'The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike'. Learn more about Risa August, her book, an…
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This week our guest is Deece Casillas Deece Casillas is an internationally touring Latino comedian who has performed across America, Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, Belize, and the Bahamas. He has been featured on LMAO TV, Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Tubi, Roku Comedy Channel, has recorded two albums: The Northwest Comedy Mixtape Vol. 1 + 2, was voted Nort…
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What is your current state of health? 95% of diseases are preventable, meaning they are self-inflicted based on lifestyle choices. If you don't like your current health status or don't like where it is headed, you can change it. Peggy gives four of the top ways to prevent the majority of diseases. What about relationships? They are also self-inflic…
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Jeremy Fouts is an expert in personal development and founder of CorVive, a nutrition supplement company and is passionate about making an impact in the lives of others. He has worked with professionals from the Major League Baseball and the National Football League. He played a key role in enhancing their performance and fostering excellence both …
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This week our guest is Melissa Armstrong Melissa Armstrong has faced a lifetime of trauma and abuse, struggling with mental health issues from a young age. At 18, she experienced the devastating accident and subsequent death of her brother, adding to her existing struggles with anxiety, PTSD, and depression. Despite her hardships, Melissa has shown…
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We both look back over some of the highlights from the past year of our lives--the milestones of the podcast, Bobbie opening a non-alcoholic brick and mortar business, connections we have made, and other fun stuff. We also look ahead to next year and try to imagine what it will be like. It's a time to reflect, celebrate, and realize that we cannot …
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In this episode, Andrea talks about the importance of whole person wellness, which is more than just the health of your body and your relationship with food. It is about feeling internally worthy to live your life by your design so you can truly be happy. It starts with getting quiet, asking yourself reflective questions about what you want your li…
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This week our guest is Nikki O’Dea Nikki O'Dea is a health coach and RN. She loves helping women build healthy habits that are enjoyable and fit their busy life. She's the creator and lead coach of the Keep It Off Academy, a 13-week fat loss program for women to lose weight without restrictive diets. Exchange Quotes: “I failed over and over and ove…
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5 Reasons why you should do hard things: You will get stronger and healthier. You will be more productive. You will be happier. You will build your confidence. You will build mental toughness. Life is hard whether you choose to do hard things first or avoid them. You can do to do it now or deal with the consequences later. Choose your hard. Get in …
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Angie Nichols is an Educator, Author, Women’s Health Advocate and has been a Registered Nurse for over 30 years. In 2015, Angie became a member of an elite group of practitioners certified in Advanced Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy through Worldlink Medical. Angie has a passion for and an expertise in women’s health with a focus on menop…
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This week's guest is Danielle La Rose. Danielle La Rose is a Body Confidence Coach & Wellness Strategist, Pretty POWERful Girl Mentor, and Motivational Fitness Instructor. Leaning on her education with a Master’s Degree in Sociology with a focus in women’s health, and combining it with her own wellness journey, Danielle strives to inspire & motivat…
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