Nourish Your Mind. Love Your Body. Rock Your Life! Join world-renowned fitness and healthy lifestyle coach Betty Rocker and special guests for conversations and content that will uplift you, inspire you, and provide you with valuable insights for a healthy mind, body and spirit.
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All the self-help extremes out there seem to be designed for perfect robots . . . But, you’re a real woman living a real life! About Progress is a podcast and community that is alllllll about progress made practical. Here, Monica will help you embrace the truest model to lasting growth, and teach you how to *do something* to grow in ways that stick.
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Create Your Now (Archive 4) brings moms, mompreneurs, and entrepreneurs tools and strategies to become their best selfie in areas of lifestyle, business, spirituality, nutrition, fitness, parenting, relationships, motherhood, mindset and balanced daily living. We promise according to our hopes; And perform according to our fears! This 7 day a week podcast will empower and encourage you to rediscover, rejuvenate and renew who you are in mind, body, and spirit. Topics include healthy living, w ...
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Pebbles of Light strives to help you recognize those who have helped light your path and become the person you are. This helps you to have direction and courage in sharing your light with others. We'll cover a variety of topics, including: parenting, mom hacks, faith, home life, relationships, traditions, and more. Anne Maxson joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 2002 and her life has been full of unexpected (and sometimes difficult to recognize) blessings ever since. Sh ...
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Create Your Now (Archive 2) brings moms, mompreneurs, and entrepreneurs tools and strategies to become their best selfie in areas of lifestyle, business, spirituality, nutrition, fitness, parenting, relationships, motherhood, mindset and balanced daily living. We promise according to our hopes; And perform according to our fears! This 7 day a week podcast will empower and encourage you to rediscover, rejuvenate and renew who you are in mind, body, and spirit. Topics include healthy living, w ...
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Create Your Now (Archive 1) brings moms, mompreneurs, and entrepreneurs tools and strategies to become their best selfie in areas of lifestyle, business, spirituality, nutrition, fitness, parenting, relationships, motherhood, mindset and balanced daily living. We promise according to our hopes; And perform according to our fears! This 7 day a week podcast will empower and encourage you to rediscover, rejuvenate and renew who you are in mind, body, and spirit. Topics include healthy living, w ...
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Create Your Now (Archive 3) brings moms, mompreneurs, and entrepreneurs tools and strategies to become their best selfie in areas of lifestyle, business, spirituality, nutrition, fitness, parenting, relationships, motherhood, mindset and balanced daily living. We promise according to our hopes; And perform according to our fears! This 7 day a week podcast will empower and encourage you to rediscover, rejuvenate and renew who you are in mind, body, and spirit. Topics include healthy living, w ...
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AP 630: How Do You Become a Fine Art Oil Painter? || With Cora Oaks
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Is there something that has made you think other people can do that, but not me? This episode is part of a monthly series to convince you otherwise. These episodes feature real people who are answering the question “How do you…?” about their various passions and pursuits. Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast…
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AP 629: How do I put myself on the list while working full-time and acting as the primary caretaker? || Coaching Call with Jessica
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In this coaching call I'm talking with Jessica, a supermom from Oregon who’s not just juggling two boys but also balancing a demanding full-time job and a plethora of household responsibilities. We dived deep into discussing how she can carve out those essential moments of 'me time' amidst her busy schedule. From the simplicity of a morning walk to…
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AP 628: I thought I lost weight, but didn’t–what I learned from this weird experience || Growth Spurt
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This story is a bit vulnerable, but the lesson I learned felt important enough to share. If you've been a listener for a little while you're likely familiar with all of the work I've done over the years to detach my identity from my physical appearance, so that's what makes what I'm sharing that much weirder. My experience was a total eye-opener th…
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AP 627: How to Navigate Hard (and Sometimes Political) Conversations with People You Don't Agree With || with Julie Rose
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In today's conversation with Julie Rose, we delved into her journey as a radio journalist and podcast host, discussing how she tackles challenging topics and leans into uncomfortable conversations. Julie shared valuable strategies on how to approach discussions around contentious issues with curiosity and empathy, rather than resorting to debates o…
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AP 626: Is your lack of self-care creeping up on you? || Growth spurt
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This is my second year of having my garden, and I've been struggling with this morning glory infestation that I thought I had under control at the end of last year. It's like no matter what I do, it just keeps coming back. It's a constant battle, and it's got me thinking about how similar it is to our struggle with self-care. Sometimes, we neglect …
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I know you've probably heard me say that over training can really undermine your results. But what does "over training" actually mean for you? Is it okay to combine other exercises with the program you're currently doing? And what about running or pickleball or swimming or other recreational activities you enjoy on top of your regularly scheduled w…
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AP 625: Habits That Are Helping Me Show Up Right Now
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This week I dive into the four habits that are helping me show up in my life right now. These are the practices that keep me going amidst the busy fall season. Even though some of them aren't my favorite, they've made a significant difference in my daily routine and overall well-being. I believe that small changes in our day-to-day life can lead to…
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AP 624: Our trip to California, school and childcare changes, interior design on my mind, a business shift and update, four fun things I’m loving lately || Messy Middle September 2024
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This monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey. Around here the goal is never perf…
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AP 623: Here’s The Ways You’re Thinking About Habits Wrong (even if it’s not your fault)
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In this episode, I'm thrilled to air my return to Amber Brueseke's podcast and delve deep into the world of habits. We revisit our initial conversation from years ago and explore how our approaches and evolutions have shaped our current perspectives. Specifically, we unpack why habits often feel like a ball and chain, redefine what habits really ar…
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AP 622: An Honest Conversation About Aging: How Far Are We Willing to Go + Where We Are at in Dealing With the Aging Process || Bonus Episode From More Personal
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In this bonus episode, I’m excited to share something from my private, premium podcast, More Personal, usually reserved for the Supporters Club. In this Casual Convo, I’m joined by Taylor, my longtime podcast manager, for an honest discussion about aging—where we stand personally and how far we're willing to go in preventing or masking it. When it …
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AP 621: Why Moms Feel Burdened by Motherhood + What Can Change, Starting Today || with Erica Djossa
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Are you tired of struggling in silence, join me as I get real with Erica Djossa about the deep-rooted struggles that so many of us face in our journey through motherhood. Erica opens up about her personal experiences and the common threads she has identified through her work with women, both personally and professionally. We delve into the invisibl…
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AP 620: How Do You Get Your MBA as an Already Busy Working Professional + Mom?
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Is there something that has made you think other people can do that, but not me? This episode is part of a monthly series to convince you otherwise. These episodes feature real people who are answering the question “How do you…?” about their various passions and pursuits. Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast…
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AP 619: How can I prioritize having fun in my life? || coaching all with Andi Smiley
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In this coaching call we dive deep into a struggle that many of us face: balancing responsibilities while finding time for fun and nurturing our souls. If you’ve ever felt like the joy and spontaneity have dwindled amidst your daily grind, then this conversation is a must-listen. Andi and I explore practical, down-to-earth strategies to bring more …
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AP 618: Make Your Own Prescriptions || Growth Spurt
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In this episode, we dive into the allure of certainty and why it's so tempting to want a clear, step-by-step guide for every aspect of life. But here's the catch—life doesn't always work that way. Whether it's raising kids, exercising, or planning your day, rigid prescriptions can often fall short. Join me as I share why I can't, in good conscience…
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Protein for Women: Part 2 Plus, How to Use Aminos, BCAA's, Collagen and Creatine
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When it comes to supplements, there are so many out there. But how do you know what you need, and what the difference is between protein powder and say, a BCAA? And do we all need to be taking collagen? Plus there's a lot of buzz about creatine for women right now...is it merited? We're diving into all of this in more in the second installment of m…
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AP 617: Why You Need to Get Strong + Weightlifting Tips for Women || with Amber Brueseke
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I used to be a cardio queen, until I was forced to change my habits and finally take strength training more seriously. I could not have done that on my own, and credit my personal success to several different women online. For many years one of those influences has been Amber Brueseke, who returns to the podcast to discuss the importance of strengt…
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AP 616: Everyone Feels Insecure At Times + other lessons from my 20 year high school reunion || Growth Spurt
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I'm taking you behind the scenes of my 20-year high school reunion—a rollercoaster of emotions and unexpected moments. As someone who helped plan the entire event in just a month, I had a unique perspective on everything that went down. In this episode I'm diving into the highs, the lows, and the heartfelt moments that made this reunion unforgettab…
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AP 615: Fall Fixers: 4 ways I'm prepping for Fall + fixing what hasn't worked in the past
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At the beginning of the summer I shared my "Summer Savers," which I can now confidently say really did allow us to have one of our best summers ever as a family. So, in a similar fashion, this episode is all about helping you and your family transition smoothly into autumn, even if you're feeling a bit overwhelmed by the changes ahead. I’ll share p…
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AP 614: Our best summer as a family, home improvements on my DSL, four things I'm loving lately, and getting vulnerable about some future uncertainties || Messy Middle August 2024
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This monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey. Around here the goal is never perf…
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Protein for Women: Part 1 Plus Tips for Using and Choosing Protein Powders
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Why is protein so important for us as women? The reasons go well beyond our body composition goals. Today I’m talking all things protein, including why we need it, how much we need, and how those needs change over time. Plus, I’m covering protein powder and some different ways you can use it - from timing around your workouts to cooking with it. An…
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AP 613: The Real Reasons Behind Procrastination + How to Stop || with Shirin Eskandani
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When you think about procrastination does it bring up some feelings of shame, maybe self-judgment? These complex feelings are common, so find out what your procrastination really means and how can you stop weaponizing it against yourself. By sorting out where your procrastination is coming from then you can see what your needs truly are and begin t…
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AP 612: Take Small Steps to Accomplish Your Big Steps || with Gabrielle Blair
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Gabrielle Blair, mother of 6 blogging at Design Mom, co-founded Alt Summit 10 years ago and remains a champion for female entrepreneurship. Her motto could be described as dream big, then execute small. In fact, she admits in this episode that if she had known from the beginning where her dreams would have taken her she probably never would have at…
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AP 611: 5 Steps to Rediscover Your Personal Style || with Jenny Eversole of Style Space
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In 2020 I put something on my Do Something List that I almost talked myself out of: have fun with fashion. I ended up loving the results so much that I’ve kept a version of it every year since. This year I came up with “explore my personal style.” And while I haven’t necessarily turned into a style expert, or even fashion blogger, I have enjoyed th…
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Why "healthy eating" can look so many different ways
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Is there a "perfect diet?" I don't think so. One of the challenges many of us face on our health journey is wading through the conflicting and confusing messages about "eating healthy." It's hard to navigate and it's hard to know if what you're doing is supporting your goals or hindering them. I think different things work for different people at d…
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AP 610: Self-Care for When You DON’T Feel Like Yourself || with Mia Hemstad
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Have you ever found yourself in the position of feeling complete overwhelm, maybe even anxiety or depression, knowing you desperately need to take care of yourself but are simultaneously unable to? Whether it’s the small things like eating, or showering, to the big things like enjoying a creative hobby, we sometimes forget to support ourselves in t…
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AP 609: Think It’s Too Late? Start Where You Are
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Have you ever felt like it was too late? Too late for your goals, traditions, or habits? Or, maybe you feel it’s too late to create better relationships? Feeling like it’s “too late” can bring up a lot of emotions: anger, guilt, or sadness. You feel like you should have known better! (“I should have started this last week or years ago!”) How can yo…
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5 Essential Recovery Tips if You Get Sick or Injured
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If you've ever gotten injured or been recovering from an illness wondering when you could start training again, today's conversation is for you! After recently getting COVID and suffering a lengthy recovery period, I had time to ponder - and put into practice - the very advice I so often give. Not only will you learn how to get better more quickly,…
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AP 608: Do You Struggle Making (and Keeping) Friends As An Adult? You’re Not Alone + Here’s Help! || with Dr. Marisa G. Franco
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I have been surprised by something as an adult…I stink at friendship. When it comes to making new friends, or even staying connected with old friends, it has just become harder and harder. I also find myself become more and more introverted as I get older. And I think many of you can relate. Making and keeping friends as an adult has always seemed …
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