Welcome to the "Empower Light" podcast. I look forward to helping you grow in mind, body, and spirit by creating a safe space for sharing, goal setting, and growth.
The goal of this podcast is to help you become the best version of yourself by tapping into what makes you uniquely you & to help you find your light.
Every week, there will be a solo mini-session that will feature meditation, goal planning, breathwork, or a mini workshop on a new topic. There will also be a longer session with a guest speaker from the fitness, health, and wellness space!
Health & Wellness ~ Q&A with Tori and Amanda (Ep. 28)
In this amazing episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Tori DeSimone, the founder of Stride. We had an engaging conversation and an enjoyable Q&A session that allowed us to mix up the podcast format. It was a fantastic opportunity to discuss and assist our listeners by answering the questions they sent in.
SHOW NOTES
02:58 Introduction
04:41 What is Tori's Light?
08:44 Patient is key to discovering your own light.
14:29 Q&A
14:50 The story behind how Tori and Amanda meet.
18:20 Helpful cycling tips.
22:40 Wellness habits that made a significant difference.
30:39 Coping with guilt and shame when taking a break.
37:01 Tips to deal with chin pain.
41:11 Gluten-free tips and recipes.
46:30 Managing stress and anxiety.
47:35 What keeps you motivated?
49:13 Getting started with teaching.
How to stay connected with Tori
IG: @toristerling_ | @stridespinandfitness_ | @manifestwithtoridesimone
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2 Aug 2023
Play Hard but Fair with James Boria (Ep. 27)
In this amazing episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with James Boria, the exceptional athlete who successfully bear-crawled an ultra marathon. Not only is he a top-tier athlete, but he also maintains a well-balanced life between work, fitness, and nutrition. We had a fascinating conversation about life, endurance, James' decision to take on the challenge of bear crawling an ultra marathon, and what the experience was like for him! James also generously shared with us the origin of his inspiring phrase, "Never stop hustling"!
SHOW NOTES:
02:45 Introduction
04:50 The foundation of being a good human being
06:35 Tips for staying disciplined
07:30 The importance of fitness
08:50 Challenges faced in college
10:44 How to set boundaries in your life
18:16 What is James' light?
21:30 How to discover your light
24:20 Overcoming difficult times: the Bear Crawl Ultra Marathon
31:15 Finding and connecting with your passions
35:01 The most important piece of advice
How to stay connected with James
IG: @james.boria / @jb.media.co
This episode was brought to you by Made for More Retreats
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Join us for glamping in the middle of the desert to move the body through yoga, hiking Zion, & light workouts, nourish the body through meals curated by a private chef, and grow mentally through breathwork, mediation, small group discussion, workshops, activities, and more.
Why? Because you were Made for More.
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26 Jul 2023
Love & Faith Are the Foundation with Mario Minnaert (Ep. 26)
In this awesome episode, we had a wonderful conversation with Mario Minnaert, who is a Mindset and Performance Endurance Coach. We talked about his life as a dad of two lovely girls and how he balances it with being an Endurance Coach. The conversation felt more like a friendly chat than an interview, and it was truly amazing! Mario shared his life story, including how he started training for a marathon, how his life changed after discovering he would be a dad, and how love is the foundation for everything.
SHOW NOTES:
02:26 Introduction
04:20 Being vulnerable and open can change everything
05:35 It's okay not to be okay
06:50 Everybody is dealing with something, so be kind
07:52 The power of social media
09:40 The impact of the internet
10:39 Kids, electronics, and their subconscious mind
12:17 Love and gratitude as core values
14:05 Being a girl dad
16:30 Transitioning into fatherhood
17:33 Tips for being present and focusing on quality time
22:15 Integrating what you learned into day-to-day life
30:03 The power of unconditional love
34:22 How to maintain a childlike perspective and find your light
39:05 Mario's experience training for his first triathlon and Iron Man
45:25 How changing your mindset can make you a better endurance athlete
47:02 What's next?
49:30 The most important advice
ALL MY LIGHT AND LOVE FOR YOU ALL!
How to stay connected with Mario
IG: @mario.minnaert
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Join us for glamping in the middle of the desert to move the body through yoga, hiking Zion, & light workouts, nourish the body through meals curated by a private chef, and grow mentally through breathwork, mediation, small group discussion, workshops, activities, and more.
Why? Because you were Made for More.
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