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Pep TalksPEP Talk – Influences – Episode #70Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Influences – Episode #70. Last month’s PEP Talk, I reviewed the profound research by Dr. Masaru Emoto. In this month’s PEP Talk, I am expanding upon that research by encouraging you to assess the information that you bring into your psyche. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Influences – Episode #70, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. 2025-03-0710 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Intentions and Water – Episode #69Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Intentions and Water – Episode #69. Our thoughts and words can help or hurt. In this month’s PEP Talk I share the powerful research of Dr. Masaru Emoto – the impact of words on the molecular structure of water. It is such profound and transformational research so please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Intentions and Water – Episode #69, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Resources mentioned in today’s PEP Talk: Article: https://thewellnes...2025-02-0713 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – New Year’s Resolutions – Episode #68Happy New Year! Welcome to 2025! I am prayerful 2025 brings you joy, good health, and laughter. Are you someone who sets New Year’s resolutions? It may surprise you to know, I am not a fan of New Year’s resolutions and I explain why in this month’s PEP Talk. I also provide a suggestion on a shift in mindset to assist you in making changes in life – at any time, not merely on January 1st. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – New Year’s Resolutions – Episode #68, and I encourage...2025-01-0610 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Emergency Mood Boosters II – Episode #67Welcome to today’s PEP Talk, Emergency Mood Boosters II – Episode #67. Last year, at this time, I provided some Emergency Mood Boosters, to assist in increasing your energy and improving your mood. I thought it would be fun, and helpful, to provide some new tips for this year. I am prayerful you have a safe and happy holiday season. Merry Christmas and please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Emergency Mood Boosters II – Episode #67, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully, to attain true PEP for life! Orig...2024-12-0605 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Year End Communication Check-In – Episode #66Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Year End Communication Check-In – Episode #66. As I shared in January of this year, over the course of the year, I would be doing occasional check-ins to encourage you to apply the information from the PEP Talks to your day-to-day life. The year is coming to a close and I am prayerful you have been more intentional with your communication and that you have felt more connected with your loved ones. It would be fun to hear from you, and learn what you put into practice and what you fo...2024-11-0807 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Care Without Carrying – Episode #65Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Care Without Carrying – Episode #65. This podcast topic has been on my heart for quite some time and since, last month’s PEP Talk was about Care and Interest, I thought this would be a good time to discuss the concept of caring without carrying. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Care Without Carrying – Episode #65, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life.2024-10-0707 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Care and Interest – Episode #64Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Care and Interest – Episode #64. This month’s PEP Talk is continuing the theme of healthy communication to build healthier relationships. I am wondering…What I review in this month’s PEP Talk, is it a notion you have previously considered? Have I piqued your interest? Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Care and Interest – Episode #64, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life.2024-09-0506 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Unconditional Love – Episode #63Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Unconditional Love – Episode #63. This year I have been talking quite a bit about communication. My hope is you are practicing healthier communication and being more intentional with your words and the messages you are sending. I want you and the people in your world to feel more connected and understood. In today’s PEP Talk I discuss the concept of unconditional love. What is unconditional love and are humans capable of loving unconditionally? Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Unconditional Love – Episode #63, and I encourage you to do one thing today p...2024-08-0910 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Unconditional Love – Episode #63 Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Unconditional Love – Episode #63. This year I have been talking quite a bit about communication. My hope is you are practicing healthier communication and being more intentional with your words and the messages you are sending. I want you and the people in your world to feel more connected and understood. In today’s PEP Talk I discuss the concept of unconditional love. What is unconditional love and are humans capable of loving unconditionally? Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Unconditional Love – Episode #63, and...2024-08-0910 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Absolutes – Episode #62Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Absolutes – Episode #62. In today’s PEP Talk, I am continuing the theme of healthy communication and I am again highlighting the theme of moving away from right/wrong communication. In today’s PEP Talk, I review my perspective on speaking in absolutes and how communicating from a place of curiosity is healthier. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Absolutes – Episode #62, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life.2024-07-0809 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Stop Shoulding Yourself – Episode #61Welcome to today's PEP Talk - Stop Shoulding Yourself – Episode #61. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on an individual's thoughts and how those thoughts impact the person's feelings and behaviors. In today's PEP Talk I share a simple CBT distorted thinking pattern that can negatively impact your life because it feeds a sense of judgment which can lead to guilt and rebellion. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Stop Shoulding Yourself – Episode #61, and I encourage you to do one thing today, purposefully, to attain true PEP for life. Originally posted February 2018 on YouTube.2024-06-0704 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Stop Shoulding Yourself – Episode #61Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Stop Shoulding Yourself – Episode #61. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on an individual’s thoughts and how those thoughts impact the person’s feelings and behaviors. In today’s PEP Talk I share a simple CBT distorted thinking pattern that can negatively impact your life because it feeds a sense of judgment which can lead to guilt and rebellion. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Stop Shoulding Yourself – Episode #61, and I encourage you to do one thing today, purposefully, to attain true PEP for life. Origi...2024-06-0704 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Mid-Year Communication Check-In – Episode #60Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Mid-Year Communication Check-In – Episode #60 As I mentioned in January’s podcast, it is heavy on my heart to emphasize healthy communication. I believe communication is the key ingredient that helps to cultivate relationships – to bring people closer together, to feel more connected – and to bring more peace into your life. I am seeking to keep healthy communication practices on your radar – to encourage you to practice, practice, practice. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Mid-Year Communication Check-In – Episode #60, and I encourage you to do one thing...2024-05-1006 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – I Statements – Episode #59 Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – I Statements – Episode #59. This is an extremely simple communication technique that provides a profound effect. This technique can be utilized within your personal or professional life with equal efficacy. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – I Statements – Episode #59, and I encourage you to do one thing today, purposefully, to attain true PEP for life! Originally posted on YouTube June 2017 2024-04-0503 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – I Statements – Episode #59Welcome to today's PEP Talk - I Statements – Episode #59. This is an extremely simple communication technique that provides a profound effect. This technique can be utilized within your personal or professional life with equal efficacy. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – I Statements – Episode #59, and I encourage you to do one thing today, purposefully, to attain true PEP for life! Originally posted on YouTube June 2017 2024-04-0503 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – How to Love Criticism – Episode #58Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – How to Love Criticism – Episode #58. In last month’s PEP Talk, Profound Love, I encouraged you to accept the feedback you receive from loved ones in order to love them the way they need to be loved – to love them profoundly. Developing the ability to love someone profoundly, requires the acceptance of feedback — without making excuses, becoming defensive, or discounting the feedback. In this month’s PEP Talk, I encourage you to reflect on how you hear/accept feedback and I provide some possible reasons why accepting feedback might be ch...2024-03-1010 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – How to Love Criticism – Episode #58Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – How to Love Criticism – Episode #58. In last month’s PEP Talk, Profound Love, I encouraged you to accept the feedback you receive from loved ones in order to love them the way they need to be loved – to love them profoundly. Developing the ability to love someone profoundly, requires the acceptance of feedback -- without making excuses, becoming defensive, or discounting the feedback. In this month’s PEP Talk, I encourage you to reflect on how you hear/accept feedback and I provide some possible reasons why accepting feedback might be challenging. Please take a few minutes to lis...2024-03-1010 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Profound Love – Episode #57Welcome to today's PEP Talk - Profound Love – Episode #57. I thought February was the perfect month to share a little tip about how we can love in a profound manner. As you will notice, I reference the I Am Right PEP Talk – Episode #46 – keeping with the theme of focusing on healthy communication and cultivating healthy relationships ; -) Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Profound Love – Episode #57, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Originally posted on YouTube February 2017 2024-02-0804 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Profound Love – Episode #57Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Profound Love – Episode #57. I thought February was the perfect month to share a little tip about how we can love in a profound manner. As you will notice, I reference the I Am Right PEP Talk – Episode #46 – keeping with the theme of focusing on healthy communication and cultivating healthy relationships 2024-02-0804 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – I Am Right Check- In – Episode #56Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – I Am Right Check- In – Episode #56 I thought it would be good to start the year off reminding you, and encouraging you, to focus on healthy communication. For this month’s podcast I am highlighting concepts from previously recorded PEP Talk podcasts because it takes a great deal of repetition for a behavior to become a natural part of who we are. I am seeking to keep healthy communication practices on your radar so you will practice, practice, practice. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s...2024-01-0507 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Emergency Mood Boosters – Episode #55Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Emergency Mood Boosters – Episode #55 It is December, which means the holiday season is upon us, and I wanted to share some quick, go-to tips this month, to assist you increasing your energy and improving your mood. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Emergency Mood Boosters – Episode #55, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life.2023-12-0604 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Habit versus Willpower – Episode #54Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Habit versus Willpower – Episode #54. It is the beginning of November and we are embarking upon the holiday season. I recognize this can be a time of year when people overindulge or struggle to follow through on behaviors they know are healthy. Therefore, what better time of year, than now, for me to assist you in developing healthier habits? Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Habit versus Willpower – Episode #54, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life.2023-11-0207 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Habit versus Willpower – Episode #54Welcome to today's PEP Talk – Habit versus Willpower – Episode #54. It is the beginning of November and we are embarking upon the holiday season. I recognize this can be a time of year when people overindulge or struggle to follow through on behaviors they know are healthy. Therefore, what better time of year, than now, for me to assist you in developing healthier habits? Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Habit versus Willpower – Episode #54, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life.2023-11-0207 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Should and Like – Episode #53Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Should and Like – Episode #53. My PEP Talks for June, July, and August primarily focused on healthy communication to help deepen your relationships. In September, I discussed the cognitive distortion, labeling, which can negatively impact one’s self-esteem and self-worth. In today’s PEP Talk, I share a communication tip and review a common cognitive distortion. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Should and Like – Episode #53, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Past PEP Talk Po...2023-10-0410 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Labeling Part II – Episode #52Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Labeling Part II – Episode #52. In today’s podcast, I continue the discussion of labeling – I review how labeling can negatively impact a person’s self-esteem and self-worth. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Labeling Part II – Episode #52, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Past PEP Talk Podcast mentioned in today’s PEP Talk: PEP Talk – Don’t Be a Victim of Your Diagnosis – Episode #26 2023-09-0714 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Labeling Part II – Episode #52Welcome to today’s PEP Talk - Labeling Part II – Episode #52. In today’s podcast, I continue the discussion of labeling – I review how labeling can negatively impact a person’s self-esteem and self-worth. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Labeling Part II – Episode #52, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Past PEP Talk Podcast mentioned in today’s PEP Talk: PEP Talk – Don’t Be a Victim of Your Diagnosis – Episode #26 2023-09-0714 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Labeling – Episode #51Welcome to today’s PEP Talk - Labeling – Episode #51. In today’s podcast, I continue the theme of communication as well as the theme of moving away from judgment. This month, I also remind you, you have the opportunity to subscribe to my podcast on various podcast platforms including two new platforms Spotify and Amazon. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Labeling – Episode #51, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Past PEP Talk Podcast mentioned in today’s PEP Talk: PEP Talk – Episode #18 2023-08-0508 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Labeling – Episode #51Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Labeling – Episode #51. In today’s podcast, I continue the theme of communication as well as the theme of moving away from judgment. This month, I also remind you, you have the opportunity to subscribe to my podcast on various podcast platforms including two new platforms Spotify and Amazon. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Labeling – Episode #51, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Past PEP Talk Podcast mentioned in today’s PEP Talk: ...2023-08-0508 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Validation and Inquiry – Episode #50Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Validation and Inquiry – Episode #50. I regularly hear clients say they do not feel heard or understood. In this month’s PEP Talk I share two of the most important communication techniques to build and cultivate relationships – personally and professionally. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Validation and Inquiry – Episode #50, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life.2023-07-0816 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Validation and Inquiry – Episode #50Welcome to today's PEP Talk - Validation and Inquiry - Episode #50. I regularly hear clients say they do not feel heard or understood. In this month’s PEP Talk I share two of the most important communication techniques to build and cultivate relationships – personally and professionally. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Validation and Inquiry – Episode #50, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life.2023-07-0816 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Love Languages – Episode #49Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Love Languages – Episode #49. How do you feel loved? How do you give love? In today’s PEP Talk I review love languages and I want you to think about how you feel most loved and how those around you feel most loved. I encourage you to talk to the individuals in your life, that you care about, and learn their love languages and seek to love them in the manner that means the most to them. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk...2023-06-0717 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – I Am – Episode #48Welcome to today's PEP Talk - I Am – Episode #48. Our self-talk plays a significant role in how we feel emotionally. If someone is walking around telling herself that she is a "loser" or that she is "always" making mistakes and is "not good enough,” this individual is going to struggle with low self-esteem and self-worth. Think about it this way...if a child makes a mistake, are you going to berate the child and tell her what a horrible human being she is? No, of course not. Then why do it to yourself? It is important that we encourage ourselves and...2023-05-0404 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – I Am – Episode #48Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – I Am – Episode #48. Our self-talk plays a significant role in how we feel emotionally. If someone is walking around telling herself that she is a “loser” or that she is “always” making mistakes and is “not good enough,” this individual is going to struggle with low self-esteem and self-worth. Think about it this way…if a child makes a mistake, are you going to berate the child and tell her what a horrible human being she is? No, of course not. Then why do it to yourself? It is important that we en...2023-05-0404 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – The 60 Seconds or Less Rule – Episode #47Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – The 60 Seconds or Less Rule – Episode #47. Spring is here and I know this can inspire people to clean and organize their homes and lives. In this month's PEP Talk - The 60 Seconds or Less Rule – Episode #47, I am including an easy tip that will assist you in becoming more organized as well as assisting you in maintaining a clutter free life and home. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – The 60 Seconds or Less Rule – Episode #47, and I encourage you to do one thing today, purposefully, to attain true PEP for life! ...2023-04-0404 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – The 60 Seconds or Less Rule – Episode #47Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – The 60 Seconds or Less Rule – Episode #47. Spring is here and I know this can inspire people to clean and organize their homes and lives. In this month’s PEP Talk – The 60 Seconds or Less Rule – Episode #47, I am including an easy tip that will assist you in becoming more organized as well as assisting you in maintaining a clutter free life and home. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – The 60 Seconds or Less Rule – Episode #47, and I encourage you to do one thing today, purposefull...2023-04-0404 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – I am Right – Episode #46Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – I am Right – Episode #46. This month’s PEP Talk includes a communication technique that is a true game changer. I am confident, if you make this simple communication style adjustment, you will notice an immediate improvement within your communication -- personally and professionally. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – I am Right – Episode #46, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Originally posted on YouTube January 2017.2023-03-0305 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Failure or Wisdom – Episode #45Welcome to today's PEP Talk – Failure or Wisdom – Episode #45. As I state in this month's PEP Talk, it is important for all of us to take ownership of our choices; nonetheless, I find many people get too focused on the word "failure" and lose sight of the wisdom they have gleaned. Just because something does not go as we hoped it would, does not mean it was a failure. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Failure or Wisdom – Episode #45, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Ori...2023-02-0304 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – 31 Days of Self-Care – Episode #44Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – 31 Days of Self-Care – Episode #44. This year, I want to encourage you to focus on developing healthy wellness habits. Eileen Laird of Phoenix Helix created an easy-to-follow list of 31 self-care practices. I challenge you to utilize the month of January to begin cultivating habitual self-care by following the list of activities. Simply perform the activity that is listed for the corresponding day of the month – it will be fun and a great way to start the new year! Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – 31 Days of Self-Care – Episode #44, and I encourage you to...2022-12-2805 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Laughter Yoga – Episode #43Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Laughter Yoga– Episode #43. I recognize, for some people, the holiday season can be a stressful time of year, and the antidote to your stress is revealed in this month’s PEP Talk. Keep in mind, this is something you can do all year long – not just during the holidays. It is simple and fun! Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Laughter Yoga – Episode #43, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Laughter Yoga Videos Laugh with Laughter Guru Dr. Madan Kataria Five minute...2022-12-0412 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Emotional Endurance – Episode #42Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Emotional Endurance – Episode #42. Life can be hard and sometimes it can feel as though, emotionally, life is too much to handle. In today's PEP Talk I want to encourage you to think about how you are strengthening yourself, emotionally, when you are working your way through challenging times. Last month's PEP Talk, This Happened for Me, Not to Me – Episode #41, was a reminder that everything in our lives is allowed for a reason. This month's PEP Talk, is reminding you, you have what it takes to overcome the challenges you face, and you will be stron...2022-11-0404 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – This Happened for Me, Not to Me – Episode #41Welcome to today's PEP Talk – This Happened for Me, Not to Me - Episode #41. I cannot adequately express in words how powerful I believe this concept is if you choose to apply it to your life. As I state in the PEP Talk, I honestly believe everything is allowed to happen for a reason. I even believe events that a person may view as "negative" are allowed to occur to serve us in some way. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – This Happened for Me, Not to Me - Episode #41, and I encourage you to do...2022-10-0806 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Suicide Awareness Prevention Month – 988 – Episode #40Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Suicide Awareness Prevention Month – 988 – Episode #40 I recognize this month’s PEP Talk may not contain much PEP; nonetheless, I am hopeful you will find it helpful. September is Suicide Awareness Prevention Month and in this podcast I share two resources, discuss two myths associated with suicide, potential warning signs as well as a few statistics. Below, I have included the resources mentioned in the podcast. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Suicide Awareness Prevention Month – 988 – Episode #40, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life...2022-09-0413 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Forgiveness Part II – Episode #39Welcome to today's PEP Talk – Forgiveness Part II – Episode #39. Last month, I published part one of forgiveness. I acknowledged this is a sensitive subject and I expressed my hope that the information was received knowing my intent was to help. I express that same sentiment with this month's PEP Talk. My desire is to help. Part one, primarily focused on reframing forgiveness regarding the forgiveness of another. Part two, focuses on forgiveness of self. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Forgiveness Part II – Episode #39, and I encourage you to do one thing today, purposefully, to attain...2022-08-0606 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Forgiveness – Episode #38Welcome to today's PEP Talk – Forgiveness – Episode #38. As stated in the PEP Talk, I recognize this is a sensitive subject and I am prayerful you will receive the information I provide, with the genuine intent that I have of wanting to help. I provide a way to reframe the word forgiveness. Holding onto negative energy towards a person is toxic for the person holding onto it – it is a type of prison. Finding a way to release the energy provides freedom and healing. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Forgiveness – Episode #38, and I encourage you to do on...2022-07-0809 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Discipline Equals Freedom – Episode #37If you are someone who fights against the concept of creating routine/structure in your life, this month's PEP Talk is for you. As I express in this month's PEP Talk, having the discipline to create routine in your life actually provides you with more freedom versus the false belief that it takes away from your freedom. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Discipline Equals Freedom – Episode #37, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attine true PEP for life. Originally posted June 2016 on YouTube.2022-06-0306 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – May Awareness Month – Episode #36Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – May Awareness Month – Episode #36. May is Mental Health Awareness month as well as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. In my opinion, this is the perfect pairing. In this month’s PEP Talk, I share some of the benefits one receives by being physically active. I encourage you to utilize the month of May as an opportunity to create the habit of physical activity or, if you are already physically active, utilize the month of May to create a new habit to improve your psychological well-being. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s...2022-04-2807 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – The Power of Posture – Episode #35Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – The Power of Posture – Episode #35. It might surprise you to know that your posture not only impacts your physical health it impacts your psychological health. In this month's PEP Talk, I cite a research study supporting this concept and I also share a power pose recommended by Amy Cuddy to increase your confidence. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – The Power of Posture - Episode #35, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life.2022-04-0705 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Spring Cleaning – Episode #34Happy Spring and welcome to today's PEP Talk - Spring Cleaning - Episode #34. Are you inspired by the spring weather to tackle a project that has been hanging over your head for far too long? Well, today's PEP Talk includes practical tips to feed that sense of motivation so you have one less "to do," on your list this month. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Spring Cleaning - Episode #34, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Originally posted April 2016 on YouTube.2022-03-0208 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – KISS – Episode #33Welcome to today's PEP Talk - KISS - Episode #33. Since it is February, I thought I would keep with the theme of Valentine's Day. Even though this PEP Talk is not directly discussing the theme of love, it is all about assisting you in following through with goals/tasks/responsibilities. From my perspective, I would consider that a way of loving yourself because you are minimizing stress in your life. So, for this Valentine's Day, give yourself a gift of love and listen to this month's PEP Talk - KISS - Episode #33, and I encourage you to do one thing...2022-01-2408 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Is There a Perfect Diet? – Episode #32Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Is There a Perfect Diet? – Episode #32 In today’s PEP Talk I answer the question, “Is there a perfect diet?” I also provide simple tips to improve your nutrition as I recognize the start of a new year may prompt the desire to begin new healthy habits. Do not forget about the three free recipe eBooks on my website. All of the recipes are amazingly delicious and nutrient dense! Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Is There a Perfect Diet? and I encourage you to do one thing today purposeful...2021-12-3105 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Holiday Stress – Episode #31Welcome to today's PEP Talk - Holiday Stress - Episode #31. The holidays, for various reasons, can be a stressful time for many people. Today's PEP Talk provides some tips to assist you in enjoying the holidays versus feeling as though you are merely suffering through them. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Holiday Stress - Episode #31, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Originally posted November 2015 on YouTube 2021-12-0108 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Habit of Gratitude – Episode #30It is November and Thanksgiving is just weeks away. I thought this was the perfect time to encourage you to create a habit of expressing gratitude. This month’s PEP Talk provides practical techniques and examples of how you can create the mindset of gratitude. Below, I included a list of gratitude questions, I discussed in the podcast, as well as links to the articles I referenced, and my previously recorded podcasts, episode #15 and #25. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Habit of Gratitude – Episode #30, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain t...2021-11-0119 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Offense – Decline the Invitation – Episode #29Welcome to today’s PEP Talk - Offense – Decline the Invitation – Episode #29. Last month, my PEP talk rebroadcast was about personalization. Today, I want to talk about taking offense. Offense is given as an invitation and we have the choice to decline the invitation. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Offense – Decline the Invitation – Episode #29, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Past PEP Talk Podcasts relevant to today’s PEP Talk: PEP Talk – Episode #18 PEP Talk – Episode #17 PEP Talk Episode #16 2021-10-0712 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Q-TIP – Episode #28Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Q-TIP – Episode #28. Many people struggle with personalization which causes a significant amount of unnecessary pain for the donor and the receiver. I thought it might be helpful to share a little "tip" in this month's PEP Talk to assist in challenging this type of negative thinking. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Q-TIP – Episode #28, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Originally posted March 2016 on YouTube.2021-09-0310 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – I Choose – Episode #27Welcome to today's PEP Talk - I Choose - Episode #27. It is important to use language of empowerment versus restraint. Individuals often times incorrectly use the words “I can’t” when, in fact, they can (they are capable) they are simply choosing not to. I cite an interesting research study that demonstrates the influence of words with regards to food choices. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – I Choose - Episode #27, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Originally posted October 2015 on YouTube.2021-07-3106 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Don’t Be a Victim of Your Diagnosis – Episode #26Welcome to today's PEP Talk - Don't Be a Victim of Your Diagnosis - Episode #26 We are not our health issues. We may have health issues; however, they do not define us. In today's PEP Talk I discuss simple steps you can take, today, to assist your body in overcoming health challenges. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Don’t Be a Victim of Your Diagnosis - Episode #26, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Originally posted July 2015 on YouTube.2021-07-0309 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Mindfulness – Simple, Not Easy – Episode #25Originally posted June 2015 on YouTube. Welcome to today's PEP Talk – Mindfulness – Simple, Not Easy – Episode #25. Mindfulness is an extremely simple technique that provides profound health benefits; however, it isn't always so easy to do. Today's PEP Talk provides some suggestions on how to incorporate mindfulness into your daily routine. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Mindfulness – Simple, Not Easy – Episode #25, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully/mindfully to attain true PEP for life.2021-05-3105 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – More Curious Than Afraid – Episode #24Originally published May 2015 on YouTube. Today’s PEP Talk is a rebroadcast from when I was doing my PEP Talks in a video format. With the help of my trusted technology expert, Lucia, the audio has been extracted from the video to create a podcast. Over the next several months, we will be airing all of my retro PEP Talks so all PEP Talks can be found on my website or whichever service you utilize to listen to your podcasts. There are times when I encourage a client to listen to one of my past PEP Talks and I cannot remembe...2021-04-2806 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Sleep is Emotional First Aid – Episode #23Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Sleep is Emotional First Aid – Episode #23 In January, I discussed how vital it is to receive restorative sleep and I also reviewed some tips to assist you in receiving quality sleep. In this podcast, I want to share some additional information I learned listening to a podcast with Professor Matthew Walker on Dr. Chatterjee’s Feel Better Live More podcast, Episode #147. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Sleep is Emotional First Aid – Episode #23, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life.2021-04-0319 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – 5-Step Release and Listener Question – Episode #22I revisit last month’s PEP Talk by further explaining the ‘health snacks’ in the heart category from Dr. Chatterjee’s book, Feel Better in 5. I also provide a health snack for the mind – the 5-Step Release. If you have something that is preoccupying your mind, I am hopeful you will find this technique helpful in releasing it. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – 5-Step Release and Listener Question – Episode #22, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life.2021-02-2711 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – 5 Minutes to Health – Episode #21Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – 5 Minutes to Health – Episode #21. Do you have a health goal you are struggling to attain? Did you start off the New Year, gung-ho, following through on your health goals and, in the last week or two, you noticed yourself slipping back into old patterns? In this month’s PEP Talk, I provide a mindset shift with regards to the attainment of health goals. Believe it or not, even in just 5 minutes, you can improve your health. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – 5 Minutes to Health – Episode #21, and I encourage you to do...2021-02-0113 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Sleep Hygiene – Episode #20Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Sleep Hygiene – Episode #20. Sleep is vital to our health; yet, it is estimated, that 70% of adults report inadequate sleep. In today’s PEP Talk, I explain why we need sleep and I also provide some sleep hygiene tips. Let’s start the New Year with an emphasis on improving your quality of sleep! Also, I wanted to let you know I have moved my office to Historic Downtown Parkville. The new address is 171 English Landing Dr., Suite 235, Parkville, MO 64152. If this is the first you are learning of this move, and you have an upcoming sche...2021-01-0423 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – How We Breathe – Episode #19Clearly, breathing is essential to life; did you also know the way in which you breathe can impact the quality of your life? In this month’s PEP Talk, I discuss some rather unique findings from the book Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, written by James Nestor. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – How We Breathe – Episode #19, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life.2020-12-0123 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Divisiveness – Episode #18Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Divisiveness – Episode #18. Due to the election and the pandemic, people are more vulnerable to personalize views that do not align with their own. In today’s PEP Talk, I discuss three psychological roots that I believe are associated with unnecessary judgement, criticism, anger, and defensiveness. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Divisiveness – Episode #18, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life.2020-10-2821 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Assigning Meaning – Episode #17Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Assigning Meaning – Episode #17. In today’s PEP Talk I discuss our desire to assign meaning to experiences. We have a tendency to identify incidents as being good or bad. Is it possible, that experiences are neither good nor bad? Is it possible, it is simply your thoughts, about the event, that provides the meaning? Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Assigning Meaning – Episode #17, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life.2020-10-0220 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – The Disconnection Syndrome – Episode #16Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – The Disconnection Syndrome – Episode #16. I am expanding upon our discussion from March’s PEP Talk Podcast, Trickery of the Food Industry – Episode #13, as well the podcast from October 2019, Curiosity versus Fear – Episode #8. In this month’s PEP Talk, I describe the Disconnection Syndrome as defined by Drs. David and Austin Perlmutter. I truly believe we are experiencing a disconnection epidemic in our society where divisiveness is at an all-time high. What is so exciting, about what the doctors describe, is our ability to decrease anger and hatred by taking care of our health. Please take a few minutes...2020-09-0319 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – eBook and Listener QuestionWelcome to today’s’ PEP Talk – eBook and Listener Question. I am so excited to share my latest eBook resource with you – it is 200 pages! I announce the resource in this month’s PEP Talk podcast. I also answer a listener’s question about resources to further one’s journey in attaining true PEP for Life, which I have listed below. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – eBook and Listener Question, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Wellness Mama – Katie Wells Brain Warrior’s Way – Dr. Daniel Amen Doc...2020-08-0623 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – 30-Day Acts of Kindness Challenge – Loving Kindness MeditationWelcome to today’s’ PEP Talk – 30-Day Acts of Kindness Challenge – Loving Kindness Meditation This is a mid-month reminder about the 30-Day Acts of Kindness Challenge for the month of July. I also provide a resource, a loving kindness meditation, to assist you in connecting with your inner love warrior. Pairing these two behaviors (the Acts of Kindness Challenge and practicing the loving kindness meditation) could result in a profound sense of inner peace while also positively impacting the individuals around you. Please forward this email to others and/or send the link to the podcast. I want us to work toge...2020-07-1315 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – 30-Day Acts of Kindness ChallengeWelcome to today’s’ PEP Talk – 30-Day Acts of Kindness Challenge I believe we need a positive movement of change in our country. I believe we need to unite as a community and I believe we need to get back to some basic principles of humanity by intentionally displaying acts of gentleness and love. I invite you to participate in a 30-Day Acts of Kindness Challenge. I challenge you to carry out three acts of kindness, each day, during the month of July. By practicing kindness, every day for 30 days, we can begin to rewire the brain. We can begin to shif...2020-06-1912 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Visceral Reaction to the Pandemic – Episode #15.75Welcome to today’s’ PEP Talk – Visceral Reaction to the Pandemic – Episode #15.75. Some people are experiencing a rather intense reaction to the pandemic. In today’s PEP Talk, I discuss a potential root cause of unexpected reactions to the pandemic. I recorded this podcast before the death of George Floyd; however, I believe the information in this podcast, particularly the second part of the podcast, regarding grace and compassion, applies to the divisiveness surrounding the current tragedy. In this podcast, I reference two other podcasts which I have included links for below. I said Curiosity Versus Fear was episode 7; however, it was episode 8...2020-06-1513 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Listener Question – Distractions From Internal Work – Episode #15.5Welcome to today’s’ PEP Talk – Listener Question – Distractions From Internal Work – Episode #15.5. I am excited to bring another listener question to you today! In today’s PEP Talk, I address a listener’s question regarding unhealthy behaviors that distract us from addressing internal limiting beliefs. Please feel free to submit a question that you would like answered on the podcast. Go to the Submit a Question page of my website – I love hearing from you. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Listener Question – Distractions From Internal Work – Episode #15.5, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully 2020-05-2821 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Gratitude – Episode #15I am expanding upon our discussion from March’s PEP Talk Podcast – Trickery of the Food Industry – Episode #13, February’s PEP Talk Podcast – What Worry and Meditation Have in Common – Episode #12, as well the podcast from October 2019, Curiosity versus Fear – Episode #8. Last month, in the email I sent, as well as in the podcast description, I provided some self-care tips to support your psychological health during the coronavirus pandemic. One of the suggestions I provided was to keep a gratitude journal. In today’s PEP Talk, I go deep, explaining the powerful benefits of gratitude. I think you will be surprised to lear...2020-05-0220 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Listener Question – Self-Effacing – Episode #14.5I am so excited to bring a listener question to you today! I have already recorded May’s PEP Talk Podcast so I decided to record a second PEP Talk for April to answer a listener’s question. In today’s PEP Talk, I discuss how when an individual puts oneself down, in front of someone else, she is hurting herself and may also be making the other individual uncomfortable. Please feel free to submit a question you would like answered on the podcast. Go to the Submit a Question page of my website – I love hearing from you. Please take a fe...2020-04-1313 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Excuses and Filler Words – Episode #14Welcome to today’s’ PEP Talk – Excuses and Filler Words – Episode #14. Today’s PEP Talk is more of a PEP Talk Tips episode as I am providing a couple of tips regarding communication. One communication faux pas is associated with excuses, while the other includes the utilization of filler words. I am hopeful you will find the suggestions to overcome these gaffes, simple and attainable. I recorded this month’s PEP Talk before the coronavirus pandemic and prior to the enactment of the stay at home order. Consequently, I did not reference our current challenges in the podcast. Therefore, during this incredib...2020-04-0413 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Trickery of the Food Industry – Episode #13Welcome to today’s’ PEP Talk – Trickery of the Food Industry – Episode #13 In this month’s PEP Talk I discuss the area of the brain associated with pleasure and how manufacturing companies purposefully hijack this area of the brain so you will eat more of the foods they manufacture. In fact, the types of food created by manufacturing companies take over the pleasure center of the brain where cocaine and heroine work. In this month’s PEP Talk I also share some resources available to you on my website including a way to submit questions that you would like answered on the podcast...2020-02-2819 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – What Worry and Meditation Have in Common – Episode #12Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – What Worry and Meditation Have in Common – Episode #12. Last month, I encouraged you to think about goals for the New Year. I would highly recommend adding meditation to your list of goals, AND if you are a worrier, you will be happy to know you possess all the skills necessary to become an advanced meditator. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – What Worry and Meditation Have in Common – Episode #12, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life.2020-01-3014 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – New Year’s Resolutions or Goals? – Episode #11Welcome to today’s’ PEP Talk – New Year’s Resolutions or Goals? - Episode #11 Happy New Year! Welcome to 2020! I recognize it is common for individuals to identify New Year’s Resolutions at the start of a new year. Therefore, in this month’s PEP Talk, I discuss some of the challenges associated with resolutions and ways to assist you in setting and accomplishing ‘goals’ for 2020. I am prayerful your 2020 is full of health and joy! Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – New Year’s Resolutions or Goals? - Episode #11, and I encourage you to do one thing today pu...2019-12-2813 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – 86,400 Seconds – Episode #10Welcome to today’s’ PEP Talk – 86,400 Seconds – Episode #10. Last month, I discussed the importance of having meaning/peace in your life and how this impacts your perceived quality of life as well as your psychological health. Today, I want to share a concept I learned through a newsletter I read, which encourages us to be cognizant of how we spend each second in a day. I mention mindfulness during this episode. If you would like to explore this concept in more detail, please watch my PEP Talk – Mindfulness, simple not easy. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – 86...2019-11-2307 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Spirituality – A Different Perspective #9Welcome to today’s’ PEP Talk – Spirituality – A Different Perspective – Episode #9. I have found when people hear the word spirituality, they frequently think of the word religion. They view the words as synonymous. I view the two words quite differently. I believe someone can be spiritual without being religious. In today’s PEP Talk – Spirituality – A Different Perspective – Episode #9, I discuss a different perspective regarding spirituality and how spirituality impacts your health. Whether you are someone who currently thinks of yourself as spiritual, or not, I am confident you will find a takeaway – or two – from this month’s PEP Talk. Please take a few min...2019-10-2913 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Curiosity Versus Fear – Episode #8Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Curiosity Versus Fear – Episode #8. When you hear a perspective that is different from your viewpoint, how do you feel? What do you do? What if the opinion is in direct opposition to yours? Do you feel defensive, or are you curious as to why the person has the outlook they have? Do you ask questions wanting to glean a better understanding? In today’s PEP Talk – Curiosity Versus Fear – Episode #8, I discuss how fear can rule us, creating a “reaction” when we hear a viewpoint that differs from our own. I also offer an alternative approac...2019-09-2912 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Redirection versus Distraction – Episode #7Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Redirection Versus Distraction – Episode #7. I want to apologize for the sound quality of this month’s PEP Talk. When I saved it, the software created a couple of glitches in the recording that were not there prior to saving the recording. There are two sections where words are repeated and/or it sounds as though the track skips. Again, I apologize, and I hope it does not “distract” you from the message. Are you someone who utilizes distractions to avoid thinking about upsetting events/situations? In today’s PEP Talk – Redirection Versus Distraction – Episode #7, I discuss the tech...2019-08-2811 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Everything Will Turn Out Ok – Episode #6Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Everything Will Turn Out Ok - Episode #6. I reference Gretchen Rubin’s podcast #215, Throw a Celebratory Party, during this episode. Gretchen and Elizabeth discussed the stumbling block of struggling to enjoy the moment because one is worrying about the next moment. During the PEP Talk, I discuss a belief system (continuing with the mindset theme from the last 3 PEP Talks) which asks you to believe that everything will work out for your better good - a knowing that everything will turn out ok. It may not turn out as you had hoped it would; howeve...2019-07-2712 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Limiting Beliefs – Episode #5Welcome to today's’ PEP Talk – Limiting Beliefs – Episode #5. It appears I have created a bit of a PEP Talk miniseries on mindset. The May PEP Talk – Misery is Optional I discussed the power of your belief system with regards to your physical and emotional health. Last month’s PEP Talk – Limiting Mindset, I discussed how one’s limiting mindset develops. In this month’s PEP Talk – Limiting Beliefs – Episode #5 I discuss some of the more common limiting beliefs that people possess and how they may have developed in childhood. I even discuss the limiting belief of “fear of failure.” Please take a few minutes to li...2019-06-2912 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Limiting Mindset – Episode #4Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Limiting Mindset. In last month’s PEP Talk – Misery is Optional I discussed the power of your belief system. I shared the example of the maids who changed their mindset to believe their physical activity was benefiting their physical health. This led to a change in their physical composition. In this month’s PEP Talk –Limiting Mindset I discuss how your mindset develops. I also discuss how a person can maintain a limiting mindset. Please take a few minutes to listen to today’s PEP Talk – Limiting Mindset and I encourage you to do one thing today...2019-05-2212 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Misery is Optional – Episode #3Welcome to today's PEP Talk - Misery is Optional. What do you believe about your current circumstances and your future? Do you believe you will heal from a physical or emotional issue? Do you believe you will get the promotion you have been working to attain? Or are you someone who believes in worst case scenarios? Do you believe you will ‘never’ get well? Do you believe you are doomed to work in your current dead-end position? Our mindset impacts how we feel physically and emotionally. It can also impact the course of our lives. In this month’s PEP Talk I di...2019-04-2413 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Listen – Episode #2Welcome to today's PEP Talk - Listen. I believe listening is one of the most treasured gifts that we can give to another person. It is free and it is simple to do. Yet, if we are truly honest with ourselves, how often do we genuinely listen to the other person who is talking to us? When others are talking, it is very common to be lost in our own thoughts about what is going on in our own world or possibly being distracted by the art of multitasking - checking the phone. When someone feels as though another is truly list...2019-03-2311 min

Pep TalksPEP Talk – Control – Episode #1Welcome to today’s PEP Talk – Control. There is a difference between someone who wants to be in control of their environment/situation/life versus someone who wants to control another human being. If you would use the adjective, “controlling,” to describe yourself or someone you know, please take a moment to listen to this month’s PEP Talk - Control. You might be surprised by what you learn. Thank you for joining me today and I encourage you to do one thing purposefully to attain true PEP for Life.2019-01-1407 min