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Manders MindsetFrom Confused to Clear: How Giovanna Silvestre Found Peace in the Chaos | 131Feedback on the show? Send us a message!Can embracing your confusion lead to the clarity you've been chasing?In this powerful episode of Manders Mindset, host Amanda Russo sits down with Giovanna Silvestri, author of Confused Girl: Find Your Peace in the Chaos and founder of the activewear and lifestyle brand Confused Girl in the City. Known for her raw honesty and grounded wisdom, Giovanna shares how embracing confusion became the most important step in discovering who she truly is.From walking away from...2025-05-0955 min
Manders MindsetThe Question Mark Guy: Matthew Lesko’s Journey from Failure to Financial Freedom | 130Feedback on the show? Send us a message!In this energizing and eye-opening episode of Manders Mindset, host Amanda sits down with the unforgettable Matthew Lesko bestselling author, TV personality, and passionate advocate for helping everyday people access government grants and funding they never knew existed.Recognized instantly by his iconic question mark suit, Lesko brings more than just flair he brings decades of wisdom, humor, and hard-won experience. In this candid conversation, he shares how embracing failure, showing up authentically, and having fun became the foundation of his...2025-05-0550 min
Manders MindsetShifting More Than Mindset: The Body Tension Connection with Ann Hince | 127Feedback on the show? Send us a message!In this fascinating and soul-stirring episode of Manders Mindset, Amanda welcomes transformation guide and author Ann Hince, who takes listeners on an extraordinary journey of emotional healing, self-awareness, and physical transformation. From the moment Ann realized that her childhood traumas were still shaping her adult life, to how she learned to release years of stored pain not just emotionally, but physically this episode is a masterclass in deep, somatic healing.Ann explains how she used Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), intentional awareness, and inner...2025-04-1449 min
Manders MindsetFrom Coma to Keynote: A Powerful Comeback with Nick Prefontaine | 126Feedback on the show? Send us a message!In this powerful episode of Manders Mindset, host Amanda welcomes the incredible Nick Prefontaine, a nationally recognized speaker and three-time bestselling author who defied the odds after a life-threatening snowboarding accident at just 14 years old. Told he might never walk or talk again, Nick not only made a full recovery — he ran out of the hospital and eventually stepped into his purpose as a keynote speaker.Nick shares the exact mindset shifts that helped him heal physically, mentally, and emotionally, including the STEP system he now teaches to...2025-04-0756 min
Manders MindsetFrom Couch to Triathlete at 73: Aging Fearlessly with Dorothy Erlanger | 124Feedback on the show? Send us a message!In this powerful episode of Manders Mindset, host, Amanda sits down with the remarkable Dorothy Erlanger, an unstoppable force who proves that age is just a number and mindset is everything. At 73, Dorothy completed a triathlon, but her journey began decades earlier with no athletic background, a limb difference, and a life-threatening cancer diagnosis. Her story is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and rising above limitations.From navigating the corporate world as a trailblazing woman to becoming a nationally ranked triathlete, Dorothy shares the mindset shifts that...2025-03-2454 min
Breathwork MagicFrom the Cushion to the Cage: Trea’s Journey through Mindfulness, Krav Maga, & the BreathIn this powerful episode of Breathwork Magic, Amanda is joined by Trea, Krav Maga instructor, behavioral analyst, and breath coach for a deep conversation about reclaiming the breath, rewiring the body, and bridging the gap between meditation and real-life presence. With a background in psychology and education, Trea brings a grounded and insightful perspective on how breathwork can shift performance, mindset, and nervous system regulation.They explore the hidden ways society disrupts natural breathing patterns from a young age, why most people are unknowingly over-breathing (especially during exercise), and how simple adjustments to breath and awareness can...2025-03-2142 min
Manders MindsetFear, Failure, & The Truth About Success with Kurtis Lee Thomas | 122Feedback on the show? Send us a message!In this episode of Manders Mindset, Amanda is joined by Kurtis Lee Thomas, best-selling author, speaker, and the founder of Breathwork Detox. A lifelong entrepreneur, Kurtis shares his journey from early business ventures to discovering the transformational power of Breathwork.Together, Amanda and Kurtis dive into the realities of entrepreneurship, the importance of relationships in success, and the power of shifting your mindset. Kurtis also opens up about his personal battle with a mystery stomach condition that doctors couldn’t diagnose—until Breathwork helped him heal in one...2025-03-1054 min
Manders MindsetYour Mind Creates Your Reality Part 1 with Em Hollis & Scott Sunderland | 122Feedback on the show? Send us a message!Manders Mindset returns with an eye-opening conversation featuring Em Hollis and Scott Sunderland, founders of The Art of Looking In. As educators, coaches, and mentors, they guide others in uncovering their true potential but their own journeys of transformation are what make their work so powerful.Scott shares his remarkable story of overcoming complete paralysis through visualization and mindset shifts, while Em opens up about her decade-long battle with addiction and the profound inner work that led her to healing. They dive deep into how...2025-03-101h 18
Manders MindsetSuccess Requires Sacrifice: What Are You Willing to Give Up? | 121Feedback on the show? Send us a message!Every achievement...whether in fitness, career, or personal growth comes at a cost. Success doesn’t happen without sacrifice, and this solo episode of Manders Mindset dives deep into what it truly takes to reach your goals.From quitting a stable job to embark on a transformational journey in Bali to working overnight shifts to create a better future, this episode explores real-life examples of making tough but necessary choices. Listeners will be encouraged to reflect on their own aspirations and ask: What am I wil...2025-02-0312 min
Manders MindsetThe Power of Choice with Meghan Escobar | 120Feedback on the show? Send us a message!In this episode of Manders Mindset, Amanda Russo is joined by Meghan Escobar, a Master Breathwork Detox Facilitator, who opens up about her transformative journey through trauma, addiction, and healing. From a turbulent childhood to breaking generational cycles, Meghan shares how Breathwork became the tool that shifted her mindset and ultimately her life.Together, Amanda and Meghan explore the power of choice in personal transformation, emphasizing that true change must come from within. Meghan discusses overcoming addiction, the importance of self-accountability, and how setting boundaries has been...2025-01-271h 03
Manders MindsetPleasure, Passion, & Self Love: The Erotic Blueprint Breakdown with Mallory Kiersten | 119Feedback on the show? Send us a message!In this episode of Manders Mindset, Amanda Russo sits down with Mallory Kiersten, a self-love and "unstuck-yourself" coach who helps recovering perfectionists and people pleasers reclaim their pleasure and fully embrace their authentic selves.Mallory introduces us to the fascinating world of the Erotic Blueprints, a framework that’s often described as the “love languages” for intimacy and connection. She breaks down the five blueprints—Energetic, Sensual, Sexual, Kinky, and Shapeshifter—and shares how understanding these types can help you invite more joy, passion, and self-expre...2025-01-241h 28Breathwork MagicFrom Mob Attorney to Mindful Mentor: Bob Martin's Journey Through Meditation and TransformationWhat happens when a former mob attorney discovers the transformative power of meditation? In this transformative episode of Breathwork Magic, Amanda Russo sits down with Bob Martin, a former mob attorney turned certified meditation teacher, to explore the incredible shifts that can come from mindfulness, breathwork, and a commitment to personal growth. Bob shares his fascinating journey—from the high-stakes world of Miami's legal system during the "Cocaine Cowboy" era to studying Taoist philosophy and eventually becoming a meditation coach.Discover how breathwork and mindfulness helped Bob transform his life, find inner peace, and cultivate com...2025-01-241h 16
Manders MindsetReparent Yourself: How the Adult Chair Model Helps You Heal & Align with Jenny Jansen | 118Feedback on the show? Send us a message!In this empowering episode of Manders Mindset, host Amanda Russo chats with Jenny Janssen, a licensed independent social worker, therapist, and certified Adult Chair Master Coach. Together, they explore the transformative journey of self-discovery, healing, and living authentically. Jenny opens up about her experiences growing up as the “neon purple sheep” of her family, navigating culture shocks, overcoming a life-changing quarter-life crisis, and discovering her life’s purpose.Jenny introduces the Adult Chair model as a practical framework to help people understand their inner child, adolescent, and adult...2025-01-201h 13
Manders MindsetOvercoming Shame, Trusting Yourself With Money, & Finding Freedom with Brigitt Thompson | 117Feedback on the show? Send us a message!This episode of Manders Mindset features Brigitt Thompson, writer, coach, and host of the Thriving in Plain Sight podcast. Brigitt shares her journey of embracing vulnerability, overcoming shame, and using somatic awareness to navigate life’s complexities. She opens up about her experiences with financial challenges, entrepreneurship, and the lessons that inspired her book, Trust Yourself With Money. Brigitt offers powerful insights on reframing saving as self-care, the importance of connecting with the body, and how small mindful choices can transform your relationship with freedom and agency.Th...2025-01-171h 13Breathwork MagicFrom Mom Rage to Healing Anger: How Breathwork Helped Amanda Curry Embrace Freedom & MotherhoodFrom CrossFit enthusiast to an advocate for emotional healing, Amanda Curry’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Through her personal inner child healing process during the challenges of the pandemic, Amanda discovered the transformative power of Breathwork. This practice became a powerful tool for unlocking deep-seated emotions, navigating the demands of motherhood, and stepping into a more aligned and empowered version of herself. In this inspiring conversation, Amanda shares how Breathwork has enriched her work as a physical therapist in pediatric oncology and how she uses it to support her clients, patients, and even her own family....2025-01-1747 min
Manders MindsetLiving Off-Script: Overcoming Fear to Build a Life You Love with Lindsay Ford | 116Feedback on the show? Send us a message!In this inspiring episode of Manders Mindset, Amanda sits down with Lindsay Ford, a mindset coach, podcaster, and advocate for breaking free from limiting beliefs. Lindsay shares her transformative journey of shedding societal expectations, overcoming chronic pain, and embracing intuition to design a life she truly loves. Together, Amanda and Lindsay discuss the importance of identifying the stories we tell ourselves, the role of incremental shifts in creating change, and the power of asking, “Who am I at my core?”Lindsay’s vulnerable storytelling takes us from her di...2025-01-131h 11
Manders MindsetA Holistic Approach to Fertility Through Yoga & Meditation with Ashley Holmes | 115Feedback on the show? Send us a message!This episode dives into the transformative power of mindfulness, yoga, and holistic approaches to fertility. The guest, a yoga teacher and fertility coach, shares her personal journey through infertility and how integrating ancient wisdom, meditation, and breathwork reshaped her life. The conversation provides actionable insights on balancing the mind, body, and spirit to overcome challenges, find inner peace, and support overall well-being.Listeners will learn about the importance of shifting mindsets, addressing energetic blockages, and the role of practices like yoga and meditation in creating harmony. This...2025-01-1051 min
Manders MindsetThe Art of Being Human with Janessa Finley-Ford | 114Feedback on the show? Send us a message!In this episode of Manders Mindset, Amanda Russo is joined by empowerment coach Janessa Finley Ford. With over 20 years of experience in behavioral modification and energy psychology, Janessa shares her powerful journey of healing and self-discovery, offering insights into how to transform adversity into personal empowerment. In This Episode, You’ll Uncover:How discomfort signals growth and why it’s essential for transformation.The importance of intuition and aligning with universal laws.Tips for reframing negative emotions into opportunities for g...2025-01-061h 02
Manders MindsetA Feast for the Senses: Jared Gleaton on Food, Weight Loss, & Growth | 113Feedback on the show? Send us a message!This fascinating and reflective episode of Manders Mindset dives deep into the transformative connection between food, mindset, and personal growth through an inspiring conversation with Jared Gleaton. Jared is a nationally certified school psychologist, food critic, and author who has reshaped his life by losing over 170 pounds in just one year. His journey is not just about weight loss—it’s about using food as a mechanism for personal transformation, mindfulness, and growth.Throughout this candid discussion, Jared shares how shifting his mindset and reevaluating his relationship with...2025-01-031h 02
Manders Mindset2024 Year in Review | 112Feedback on the show? Send us a message!Welcome to a special year-in-review episode of Manders Mindset! Shawn Rivers rejoins the podcast… a fan favorite from episode 69. Together, they reflect on the transformative highs and challenges of 2024. Shawn opens up about navigating major life changes, embracing spiritual growth, and finding peace with detachment, all while living authentically and with intention.This episode explores what it means to let go of rigid expectations, live in alignment with your values, and cultivate relationships...with yourself, others, and even a higher power. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, clarity, or j...2024-12-301h 10
Manders MindsetManifestation Magic: A Year of Growth, Connection, & Transformation | 111Feedback on the show? Send us a message!In this reflective episode of Manders Mindset, we explore the power of manifestation and the importance of releasing what no longer serves us. Through personal stories of travel, relationships, and transformative growth, the conversation highlights the lessons of 2024 and the beauty of nurturing meaningful connections. From embracing loss as a catalyst for self-reflection to celebrating milestones and looking forward to 2025, this episode inspires listeners to set intentions, honor boundaries, and open themselves to new opportunities.Listeners will gain insights into the 1-1-1 manifestation ritual, the importance...2024-12-2838 min
Manders MindsetChris G Returns: A Deeper Dive into Balance, Truth, & Transformation | 110Feedback on the show? Send us a message!In this highly anticipated episode of Manders Mindset, Amanda welcomes back Chris G, the podcast's very first guest, and one of the most beloved voices from the show’s history. Chris opens up like never before, sharing raw and transformative insights into his journey. From growing up with complex family dynamics to navigating the heartbreak of loss, Chris reveals how aligning with his truth has helped him transform his perspective and find balance in life.In this episode, you’ll uncover profound lessons on self-discovery, the spiritual awak...2024-12-2342 min
Manders MindsetHow to Start Fresh & Build New Habits, Even in Chaos with Tenya Eickenberg | 109Feedback on the show? Send us a message!In this episode, Amanda Russo speaks with Tenya Eickenberg, a certified life coach, self-care coach, and energy healer. Together, they explore how emotional baggage impacts happiness and how energy healing can help release it. Tenya shares her inspiring journey of overcoming anxiety and depression, highlighting how starting new habits—even during busy times—can lead to personal growth and fulfillment.Tune in to learn practical strategies for healing, self-care, and finding joy in the present moment.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:[2:1...2024-12-201h 09
Manders MindsetA Rare Look Behind the Mic with Amanda Russo, interviewed by Brandon Rainaud | 108Feedback on the show? Send us a message!In this special episode of Manders Mindset, Amanda Russo takes a step out of the host’s chair to become the guest. With guest host Brandon Raino leading the conversation, Amanda opens up about her journey into podcasting, her inspiring weight loss transformation, and the valuable lessons she’s learned from navigating toxic relationships.The episode dives deep into Amanda’s reflections on mindset, resilience, and overcoming challenges while offering candid and heartfelt moments. Amanda also discusses her evolving journey, including her passion for Breathwork, future travel plans...2024-12-161h 12
Manders MindsetHow Self-Esteem Shapes Your Financial Success with Rick Salmeron | 107Feedback on the show? Send us a message!Curious about the secret to merging financial success with personal transformation? In this episode, Amanda Russo is joined by Rick Salmeron, a certified financial planner and CEO of Salmeron Financial, who shares his enlightening perspective on harnessing the power of self-esteem and mindset as catalysts for both personal and professional growth.Rick dives into how simple daily actions, like answering "How are you?", can become opportunities for self-reflection and affirmation. He introduces his concept of a "verbal tattoo," a practice that integrates trustworthiness, courage, and honesty into...2024-12-1354 min
Manders MindsetHow to Escape Paycheck-to-Paycheck Living with Brad Nelson | 106Feedback on the show? Send us a message!In this episode of Manders Mindset, Brad Nelson, founder of Debt Free Dad and host of the Debt Free Dad Podcast, shares his inspiring journey from living paycheck to paycheck and losing his home to achieving financial freedom. Brad discusses why money is such an emotional topic, how to break free from financial stress, and practical ways to build a life aligned with personal values.In This Episode, You’ll Uncover:Why money is such a deeply emotional topic—and how to address it.The...2024-12-091h 16Breathwork MagicConnecting to the Elements Through Breathwork with Marcelle VoomsWhat if your breath could connect you to the natural elements and transform your well-being? In this episode of Breathwork Magic, Amanda Russo welcomes Marcelle Vooms to share her transformative journey into Breathwork and its deep connection to air, water, fire, and earth. Marcelle reveals how her Breathwork practice helped her overcome fainting spells, manage anxiety, and discover clarity in her creative pursuits.Listeners will be captivated by Marcelle’s unique barefoot sunrise hiking ritual in Los Angeles, inspired by the elements, and her deepening interest in astrology. Discover the life-changing power of Kurtis’s Brea...2024-12-0629 min