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The Adventure ParadoxWho is Cat Caldwell Myers?In this minisode, I dive into the idea of introductions, reintroductions, and how we present ourselves to the world. I explore my own journey of introducing and reintroducing myself, recognizing that who I am is always evolving. I also touch on the importance of connection. Every conversation, every introduction, every exchange transforms us. We are never the same person twice, just as we can never step into the same river twice. Life is a series of introductions and reintroductions, and embracing this process allows us to grow.Where are you holding yourself back? Where are y...2025-03-0421 min
Catch Some SoulShineAnimal Allies: Recovery, Horses, and Healing with Cat Caldwell Myers and Dawn Renee Bova🌟 This Week on Catch Some Soulshine: Chatting with the Amazing Cat Caldwell Myers! 🌟Hey everyone! This week, I had the awesome opportunity to hang out with Cat Caldwell Myers, who I met at Kathy Heller’s podcasting retreat. Right off the bat, I just loved her playful and joyful vibe—she's such a gem!In this episode, Cat shares her heartfelt journey through substance use and how her recovery became a true soul awakening for her. One of the coolest things? She found her healing path through her love for animals, especially her horses! She's even writt...2024-11-0532 min
The Grounded Mama I Nervous System, Present Mom, Overstimulated, Wellbeing, Work-Life Balance25 I What's Your Adventure?- The Adventure Paradox w/Cat Caldwell MyersA life long horsewoman, downhill skier, and spiritual seeker, Cat Caldwell Meyers is a certified life coach who specializes in weight loss transformations and body positivity. Getting into the right mindset, and finding goals that resonate in your heart is what makes one successful in actually transforming their bodies, or their lives on the outside. Cat uses horses, mountains, and the facts of life sharing her epic adventures and failures to motivate her clients to find and follow their own dreams!
Cat shares her inspiring life story and professional journey, focusing on the themes of adventure throughout...2024-07-131h 00
Choir Fam PodcastEp. 77 - Creating Opportunities Through First Impressions - Stephen Caldwell"The greatest lesson that I learned as a gig singer is that your career and reputation are built one chance at a time. You get one chance and one chance only. If I want people to go out on a limb for me and recommend me for a gig, then I have to make sure that I'm protecting their reputation as well as my own. That starts with never being late, always being prepared, and almost never missing a note." Dr. Stephen Caldwell is Associate Professor and Outgoing Chair of the Faculty Senate at the...2024-02-2655 min
Fotobug - Elusive Image PhotographyFotobug Episode 357 - DIng Darling and Fort MyersIn this episode of "Peek Behind the Shutter: Exploring Photography Trends & News with the Fotobug", hosts Jim and Fred delve into the latest updates in the sphere of photography. They discuss a wide range of topics from Apple's new spatial computer, Sony's upcoming shutter angle setting, to proposed legislation regarding child influencers. They also unpack details about Canon's highly anticipated flagship camera, shedding light on why it has the photography community buzzing.
Join Jim and Fred on a memorable trip to Fort Myers. Relive their adventures as they recount the places of interest for photographers, from the...2024-01-2823 minThe Adventure ParadoxSubscribe to The Life You Came Here ForEver wonder why you subscribe or unsubscribe from things? What are you waiting for? Why do you feel something is or is not working? In this podcast episode, I invite you to go deeper and believe in what is possible for you - get delusional even - trust me, the alternative sucks the life out of your dreams, so you may as well go big & go home with what you want and what you believe in. Support the showConnect with me in the following ways:www.theadventureparadox.com Facebook...2024-01-2310 minThe Adventure ParadoxWhat Are You Writing ForToday we have the great pleasure of interviewing my final editor of the bestselling book, The Adventure Paradox: How to Haul it All, Go Big, and Go Home. The deeper question behind why we write, who we write to and what we are writing for is explored in this conversation. We have also been talking about designing a writing, speaking and exploring advenutre retreat in New Mexico - please reach out if this sounds fun!!On this episode of the Adventure Paradox Podcast, Caroline Barnhill, my book editor, joined me as we discussed the process of...2024-01-1944 minThe Adventure Paradox"Normalcy Nevers" to Having a Dream with MLK,Jr & Mahalia JacksonWe all have a tape playing in our head - some speech or other... but the real beauty comes out when we share it with others and they HEAR what it is we might really be trying to say or do, or DREAM. I learned a great word this week: "DREAMSTORMING" - might do another episode on that. The point is, we do not dream alone - not in the metaphorical sense, anyways... it is only when we share it with another person that it can begin to become real. This POIGNANT and juicy moment in history when Mahalia...2024-01-1513 min
Pencils&Lipstick podcastEp 212 Creative Writing and Poetry with Emily A MyersEmily A. Myers is an award-winning author of romantic suspense. Her first novel, The Truth About Unspeakable Things, was a First Place winner for the Chanticleer International Book Awards (CIBA) Clue Award (2021) for suspense/ thriller fiction. The Truth About Unspeakable Things was also a finalist for the CIBA Chatelaine Award (2021) for romance and a semi-finalist for the Somerset Award (2021) for contemporary fiction. Emily's upcoming release is the poetry collection I Still Have Love to Give set to release in January 2024. Find more about Emily and her books at https://www.emilyamyers.com...2024-01-0800 minThe Adventure ParadoxThank Your Top Ten and Then SomeHave you thanked your teachers? In this episode, I thank EVERY SIGNLE GUEST who came on our show in our first 80 episodes of 2023. I highlight and THANK THE TOP TEN guests, or teachers, that resulted in the most downloads, and helped us reach close to 5000 listeners - each guest was a blessing to us all. This is Your invitation to THANK YOUR TEACHERS! Is 2024 the year you replace overwhelm with overflow, collapse time and let money love you? Join me for a complimentary 24 minute coaching session. I am offering only 24 of these to kick off t...2024-01-0538 minThe Adventure Paradox🔒 Part One: How to Haul it All; Chapter 1: Satisfaction Brought It BackSubscriber-only episodeThe Best Selling Book, The Adventure Paradox, read by Cat Caldwell Myers.Upcoming events:LIVE Workshop in Teton Valley on January 17th - email for details.The 2024 Adventure Paradox Course NEW YEAR SALE is ON - email me for code:)Connect with me in the following ways:catcaldwellmyers@gmail.comwww.catcaldwellmyers.com@catcaldwellmyers@adventureparadoxThe Adventure Paradox Podcast Page (Fb)2024-01-0411 minThe Adventure Paradox🔒 AP Introduction and Prologue ChapterSubscriber-only episodeThis is the bestselling book series, read by the author, Cat Caldwell Myers. Connect with me in the following ways:www.theadventureparadox.com FacebookInstagramcatcaldwellmyers@gmail.com 2024-01-0318 minThe Adventure ParadoxOvercoming Adversity and Owning What Family Truly Means with Dylan Smith from D is for DyslexiaI had the privilege of meeting Trent Shelton in New York City, but I was left with a ticket to his Protect Your Peace tour that I could not use. Considering the amazing speakers at the Global Leadership Network, I recognized an amazing young talent who I knew would resonate with his message, and gifted him the ticket. This week he gifts us with his story on the podcast!Dylan Smith, the passionate founder of D is for Dyslexia and a motivational speaker. Dylan's journey, filled with challenges from severe dyslexia and early ADHD diagnosis struggles t...2023-12-2254 minThe Adventure ParadoxYou are Allowed to Celebrate or Not Celebrate'Tis the season... the most wonderful time of the year... and for many, it can be difficult, ripe with memories and newness - a "first" without a loved one, or without using alcohol as a crutch. I invite you to AUTHENTICALLY BE YOU this year and celebrate as much or as little as you feel called to. It's ok, in fact, best, if I might be so bold to say, to take this world AS IT IS, not as we would have it, and to treat ourselves with the same peace and respect as we would wish upon others, j...2023-12-2225 min
Women Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastAdventures with Cat Caldwell Myers“It’s true that there are going to be certain places in certain spaces where you're even more alive and more aligned with the people around you. The things you're talking about, the things you're prioritising, the things that are important to you are going to be different in a community that you're really aligned in versus it's a community where you're finding alignment, but you're having to work really hard to find it.”
Our featured podcast host in this episode is Cat Caldwell Myers, host of The Adventure Paradox.
What Cat says about The Advent...2023-12-1938 minThe Adventure ParadoxMark Patterson on The Cost of Horse Ownership and Following Your Dreams (Part 2)After our interview, when I turned the MIC off, Mark really began opening up to me with more stories. I asked if we could turn the MIC back on, and part 2 was the amazing result! Mark shares insightful stories about his journey in the horse-riding and adventure tourism industry, along with challenges encountered in the current horse market. He also talks about the realities of owning horses and provides a touching description of his older horses in their twilight years. The episode emphasizes on the importance of pursuing dreams and finding joy in work. T...2023-12-1846 minThe Adventure ParadoxA Holiday Check In MeditationLook at the animals in this season - they are not running around (except to get warm, when needed). Mostly, they are being still and reflective - hibernating, even - to save their energy. Take a moment to return to the song in your heart for this season and take good care of yourself today, tonight and always!If you are having a hard time, please reach out - you are not alone. I am here for you:catcaldwellmyers@gmail.com Support the showConnect with me in the following w...2023-12-1308 minThe Adventure ParadoxAuthentic Answers with @crosscountryequine Mark Patterson Part 1@crosscountryequine has the best horse posts on instagram! I have been following this handle for some time and finally reached out for an interview, curious to discover the genius behind the content creation. In this exciting episode, the captivating, intriguing and adventurous backcountry horseman, Mark Patterson, known for his insights on life, love for horses, and embracing the unknown takes the mic between trips around the world on horseback.This episode revolves around Mark's journey from dealing with challenging horses in his youth, his unconventional career path, the importance and value of customer relationships, a...2023-12-081h 00The Adventure ParadoxBeing Touched By The Love of An AnimalDo you believe animals should be seen and not heard, like some say of children? How you show up, touch others, and allow yourself to be touched at a soul level is beyond what we can know or reason about in our heads, it is the heart work. Tune in to your animals, like your life depends on it, because the quality of it does. Support the showConnect with me in the following ways:www.theadventureparadox.com FacebookInstagramcatcaldwellmyers@gmail.com 2023-11-3009 minThe Adventure ParadoxOnline Business Basics with Lawyer Berkley SweetappleBerkley is a treasure in a sea of shiny objects that is internet marketing and business. She is a wealth of knowledge, a lawyer, and an amazing person to boot. There are always more questions that one can imagine when it comes to runing an online business and knowing what the latest laws and jurisdictions are, world wide, because it is, after all, a worldwide web. You will not want to miss this episode if you are thinking about investing in your current business or starting one - and right now she has a sale and we h...2023-11-2536 minThe Adventure ParadoxHow, Why, When, & Where We Tell StoriesIt's the day after a major holiday in the USA and many families gathered and made new stories, along with rehashing the old stories, the greats that keep families aligned, laughing and holding one another. I watched as my children developed their own stories and it was a beautiful thing: this is why we do it - we alllll do it in one way or another. Are you living your best life? Or is it time to change your story and change your life?I invite you to join me for my Black Friday offerings...2023-11-2423 minThe Adventure ParadoxSing The Song In Your Heart for the HolidaysWe all have a song in our hearts. It changes. Sometimes we come back to the oldies. Sometimes they no longer fit the season we are in. There is always another song. Try one on with you and your family and friends this thanksgving. Singing together is good for the soul!Don't forget to come back this weekend to learn about our Black Friday sale. Support the showConnect with me in the following ways:www.theadventureparadox.com FacebookInstagramcatcaldwellmyers@gmail.com 2023-11-2314 minThe Adventure ParadoxMeditate by the Sea with Me for Holiday HealingWe don't have time not to meditate - especially in the busyness of the holidays! Support the showConnect with me in the following ways:www.theadventureparadox.com FacebookInstagramcatcaldwellmyers@gmail.com 2023-11-2216 minThe Adventure ParadoxMove In To Thanksgiving 2023 With MeIn this Live stream minisode, Cat addresses topics such as navigating the holiday season and staying connected with pets while away. Cat encourages us to express gratitude for the little things, like diapers, as a symbol of life, and discusses the significance of movement. Cat mentions Taylor Swift's influence and encourages listeners to incorporate more physical activity into their lives. This episode concludes reflecting on their affinity for the ocean and its soothing impact, while still identifying as "Horses, Mountains & Dog People," grateful for the perspective adventures and travel bring.Here is the new quiz to see i...2023-11-2110 minThe Adventure ParadoxLiving Authentically and Equine Alchemy with Lisa MurellShow notes:In this new podcast episode, Lisa and I engage in a captivating conversation that delves into her personal experiences, life transitions, and the ever-present concept of change. Drawing inspiration from her unique relationships with horses, and embracing ongoing change and transition.Lisa shares her recent move from bustling Tucson, Arizona, to the serene embrace of a ranch, where she grapples with the relentless ebb and flow of transition. We have also unravelled the theme of story and transition, with Lisa's realization that...2023-11-1948 minThe Adventure ParadoxWhat to Keep When You Are MovingEnjoy this 20 minute rant with my husband and daughter about how moving has helped us focus on what really matters and, instead of what to give away, shifted our focus on how you decide what to keep... You'll hear stories from my Grandmother among other things in this minisode that we did the week we packed up the last of our beloved belongings in Chicago, wesward bound! The Netflix series we refer to is called "Less is Now," which gave us incredible perspective and strength in our decision making. Support the showConnect with...2023-11-1521 minThe Adventure ParadoxWhy Aren't You Going For It?Listen, I know it's holiday times and it's all about everyone else right now... but I am here to remind you that this season is also about you and who you want to be, what you want to do, and where you want to go, also. As you step in to the many social opportunities and gift giving and receiving spaces of the most wonderful time of year, I invite you to wonder about yourself and reflect on that first step. How can you take one step towards what you want, who you want to be or how you w...2023-11-0910 minThe Adventure ParadoxUnpack Your Own Film Story with Michal Sinnot and AlexandraMichal Sinnott and Alexandra ClaytonShow notes: In this new episode, Alexandra Clayton and Michal Sinnott share their journey of co-directing and co-producing their feature film, "Unpacking." They discuss the inspiration behind the film, the challenges they faced, and the unique point system they implemented to create the project collaboratively. They also delve into the themes explored in the film, such as the wellness industry, the importance of community, and the complexity of human relationships. They emphasize the value of storytelling that explores the n...2023-11-061h 10The Adventure ParadoxHolidays Begin with Halloween and "Specials" - How are You Showing Up for Them?How did your holiday season kick off? Do you begin with Halloween like we do?As the days become shorter, I believe our souls begin to yearn for the light, and those of us committed to doing the inner work use this time to take stock of what we truly desire, what it working, and what we want (or need) to change in keeping with the seasons.Ironically, a lot of people miss the moment of inflection, or shorter days that invite us to preserve energy and do less, instead doing MORE for everyone and e...2023-11-0213 minThe Adventure ParadoxYour Person and Your SpaceJoin me as I talk about the person who changed my life and most deeply alchemized the birth of my podcast this past year: Cathy Heller. It was the first week of September and her magical invitation to use my voice to access my gifts came through... and I answered the call, birthing this podcast on December 22, 2022.Of course our dreams are not all unicorns and rainbows, and I talk about how the manifestation of our dream horse trailer, the thing that met all our needs that I had wanted for so long also appeared to not...2023-10-2425 minThe Adventure ParadoxFacing Your Fascinating Fears with Vanessa SimpkinsJoin me for a new eye-opening podcast interview with Vanessa Simpkins, a transformational coach, and artist, as she shares her incredible journey of awakening and self-discovery over the past five years. Vanessa reflects on her decade-long career in business coaching and how she chose to step away from it to pursue a more profound sense of self and healing.Vanessa dives into the challenges she faced during her transformative journey, including sleepless nights, a move to Mount Shasta, and a healing journey following a divorce. She explores the complexities of success and the shadows that can come...2023-10-201h 03The Adventure ParadoxYour Health is Your Essential Kindness'Tis the time of year when the colds take hold of us and our little ones, isn't it? I had a call scheduled with a dear old friend to talk about my book and life LIVE on the podcast and facebook today (which is how we found each other and how we have stayed in touch), but in a pre-call we realized that we both sound under the weather and a chat would not be in our best interests today.Remember, there will be days where you feel better and sound better - if it can wait...2023-10-1708 minThe Adventure ParadoxThe Best Vacation of the 2020s is a Dude Ranch with Gene Kilgore In this heartwarming episode, we sit down with the incredible Gene Kilgore, a man whose life has been shaped by the rugged beauty of the West and his love for vacation ranches. Kilgore takes us back to his childhood, where he reminisces about growing up visiting a ranch nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. But Mr Kilgore's path wasn't always destined to lead him down the ranching trail. Initially pursuing medicine, he realized his heart yearned for a different adventure. Leaving behind the world of textbooks and stethoscopes, he embarked on a quest to exp...2023-10-131h 13The Adventure ParadoxThe Healing Properties of AnimalsThis was the pre-recorded talk I put together for Jasmin Manke's Wealth Being LIVE event in LA which I had the privilege of being a featured speaker at. In this talk, I invite people to tune in to the frequency of different animals, from cats to dogs to horses, to the essential nature of their wildness (and ours) going way back to our roots and when we first started to work together domestically, and why that is important. Part meditation, part research and part story-telling, you will leave this talk feeling wiser, more hopeful, and more peace a...2023-10-0932 minThe Adventure ParadoxManifesting Music, Cats and Money with Forbes 30 under 30 Lister, Jasmin MankeThe first time I virtually met Jasmin Manke was through a training in Passion Apps. I was immediately impressed by her manners, her wisdom and her way of being in the world and began following her. Then I bought her book and was, again, impressed by her vulnerability as she shared a story very much like my own in some ways. Soon, we began working together professionally as I joined her Mastermind to study how to become "an ease and flow Millionaire," and the rest is history!Actually, there is more to it than that as we r...2023-10-0657 minThe Adventure ParadoxWhat do you do, Where do you do it, Who do you do it with and WHY?In this episode, I meditate on the spiritual guides I have worked with, the format of my book, and WHY you may be triggered by my friend, mentor and client, Jasmin Manke, whose podcast airs tomorrow.If you would like to meet me in person in LA or participate in a LIVE virtual event that I am speaking at with Jasmin Manke on October 8th, click this link:https://jasmin-manke.mykajabi.com/a/2147667648/9boDbCPJ@catcaldwellmyersCat Caldwell Myerswww.catcaldwellmyers.com Support the show...2023-10-0410 minThe Adventure Paradox75 Years of Horse Whispering and Working with Johnny LeverettI had no idea that I'd end up boarding our horses with one of the greatest horse whisperers of all time this summer in Colorado. He turned out to be a friend of a friend of a friend, and was described to me as more of a horse person than a people person. Real horse people usually understand this about one another and get along anyways, which we did.A few things of note about this amazing interview: Johnny had the honor of blessing our horse trailer with our very first interview EVER inside the dream horse...2023-09-291h 16The Adventure ParadoxHouse Call Part 1: What meaning do you give TMI? Is It too much, or are You, or They?Where is your edge when it comes to information - not only for yourself, but from others? Have you ever gone deep on your own hopes and dreams and why you keep them in? Is there an unresolved trauma in your past?In this episode, I share some things I am super excited about from Sun Valley, Idaho and also do a deep dive on the ideas behind this saying, because it is a perfect place to start when it comes to sharing, or not sharing.But wait, there's more! If you like this episode, tun...2023-09-2810 minThe Adventure ParadoxHouse Call Part 2: Harvest Moon Meditation on Counting Your Chicks & Other WisdomIn our last episode (Part 1 of the House Call Series), I perhaps shared TMI... In this episode, I talk about what that might mean of look like using some other metaphors and leading in to a meditation process.The thing is, life will get you down at some point, so we have to have practices in place to respond to that when it happens, to expect it. Business, like life, is all about problem solving. Problems are solved with solutions, and in this episode I share some of mine as they relate to the wisdom of the a...2023-09-2818 minThe Adventure ParadoxLet's Talk HormonesThis minisode is short and sweet! Join me as I reflect on which domestic animal gives us the greatest lessons around our hormones and share questions for you to do a deeper dive in to your own hormones. I am reading from The Adventure Paradox - find it on Amazon using the link below. Want a copy of my book?You can buy it on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Adventure-Paradox-Haul-Home-Relationships/dp/B0CGWQX49NWant to work with me? Apply on my website:www.catcaldwellmyers.comWa...2023-09-1808 minThe Adventure ParadoxThe Big City Paradox for a Small Town Girl: "NYC or Bust!"Welcome to a new episode of The Adventure Paradox where I'm taking you on my journey through the bustling streets of New York City. I spoke at the Global Thought Leader's Conference on emotional intelligence and leadership with animals. During my time in the Big Apple, I had the opportunity to delve into some profound topics. I emphasized the importance of instilling values like reality, truth, and goodness in our children, and how this can shape future leaders by looking at ourselves and to the animals.Throughout the episode, we circle back to the theme o...2023-09-1528 minThe Adventure ParadoxA Tribute to Marriage and Grounding to Love MeditationJoin me as I reflect on a beautiful weekend in the Pacific Northwest at a wedding on an organic farm with our children. Then follow me in to a meditation on love, animals as a gateway to love, and the St. Francis Prayer. Here are the links promised below...Come see me speak in NYC on September 7th and 8th:https://www.theglobalthoughtleaders.com/Buy my book on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Adventure-Paradox-Haul-Home-Relationships/dp/B0CGWQX49N/ref=sr_1_1?crid=29RNZ4S455MW3&keywords=adventure+paradox&qid=1693946823&sprefix=adventure+paradox%2C...2023-09-0516 minThe Adventure ParadoxThe 4 Questions of The Shaman to Heal: BOOK LAUNCHES TODAYIs your soul sick? How can you tell? The Shaman has 4 questions to diagnose illness, all of which are shared in this episode, which was recorded live on Facebook and instagram. I've been dancing, singing and sharing in silence on social media - see links below if you would like to SEE it all:I reveal the 4 questions, along with my own explanation of a story of enchantment, a promise to lead a writing retreat in the land of enchantment in the next 365 days, and read an excerpt from my book while sharing a bit m...2023-08-3118 minThe Adventure ParadoxBe The Person You Say You AreDo you follow through on what you say you will do most of the time? How often do you say you'll do something and it doesn't work out that way? When you make a mistake or things don't go your way, how do you repair?In this episode, I walk my listeners through my own process of owning the habit of consistently biting off more than I could chew, and how I have learned to commit to less and be present to the season that I am in, especially when it is a season of massive growth...2023-08-2815 minThe Adventure ParadoxWhere Did You Go, Moms, Caretakers and Animal Owners?At the end of summer, many moms I know are resonating with the feeling that we need to get back to routine, to having more support with our children, and more time to ourselves. We become another person when our childcare responsibilities are 100% ours in the dog days of summer, but the truth is, even during the school year, they are always ALL ours, even when we share the load with schools, babysitters and helpers. How we take on that role, with or without the essence of martyrdom is unique to each of us, and we all falter in o...2023-08-2217 minThe Adventure ParadoxTeton TransformationsWhere do you belong? Who are you most alive with? What is holding you back from that thing you crave? Have you awoken to the magic that is possible for you today? If not, what are you waiting for?Join me for a deep dive in to the second week of magic in our happy place in the Tetons.Want more? Sign up for my free one hour workshop:www.catcaldwellmyers.com Support the showConnect with me in the following ways:www.theadventureparadox.com Fac...2023-08-1419 min