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Motivational Moments with MariaCalm the Body. Clear the Mind.When life keeps you in survival mode, clarity doesn’t come from doing more — it comes from feeling safe again.In this episode, Maria talks with somatic healer Julie Stevens about nervous system regulation, anxiety, and how healing begins in the body, not the mind.When the body slows down, the mind gets quiet.And that’s where clarity returns.🎧 Listen to the full episode of Motivational Moments with Maria.
2026-02-1544 minMotivational Moments with MariaThink Like an OlympianIn this episode, I explore what it truly takes to perform at an Olympic level — not just in sports, but in life.I break down six characteristics of elite performers, from obsessing over small improvements to training self-talk and using accountability as a daily tool. This isn’t about doing everything at once. It’s about moving out of survival mode and training intentionally for the results you want.The invitation is simple: choose one shift, practice it for seven days, and notice what changes — in your focus, your confidence, and your momentum.🎧 Listen to t...
2026-02-1013 minMotivational Moments with MariaThe 6 Cs to SuccessWelcome to this week’s episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. This day 6 years ago I took a giant leap of faith. I stepped down from a Coaching Position I loved to branch out on my own and it was the best thing I could have done for myself and the clients I serve.I was scared, I was worried and I know one thing…when I make a commitment to do something, I will make it happen. I follow the framework I developed for myself and today seems like the perfect time to share it with y...
2026-01-0519 minMotivational Moments with MariaQuiet the Mind. Hear Your Truth.Welcome to the final episode of 2025—what a journey this year has been. Thank you for showing up, sharing the show, and choosing to rise above the noise. We can get swept into negativity, or we can stand in purpose. You’ve chosen purpose, and I’m grateful.To close the year, I had the honor of speaking with Dr. Sarah Jefferis—Senior Lecturer, CEO, poet, and intuitive writing coach—who helps writers and leaders heal and lead with equity through the power of words and yoga. Our focus: how to quiet the mind, because in stillness, we hear.
2025-12-2446 minMotivational Moments with MariaStaying Sane When the Holidays Get LoudThe December Advantage: Gentle Planning, Realistic Joy, and Words to Carry Us Into the New YearSome seasons call for hustle, December calls for wisdom. In this episode, Transformational Life Coach Jessica Rockstar and I offer a candid look at managing emotions during the holidays while using the unique rhythm of December to plan thoughtfully for the year ahead. From the sting and fog of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) to the warmth of serving others, we share practical strategies, personal stories, and a simple framework to help you end the year with grace and begin the next...
2025-12-1537 minMotivational Moments with MariaThe Power of CompartmentalizingThe Power of Compartmentalizing Your Time and ProjectsWelcome my friends to this week’s episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. As always, I am inspired, grateful and passionate about the work I do. Every day I wake up and always start the day with this one question: Who needs me on my A game today? When you are a servant leader and know what your purpose and passion is, it’s not work, it’s a calling—and I get to work at this incredible career.Living your dream life isn’t just about the destin...
2025-12-1023 min
Choose You Whole Body WellnessMaria Bradfield Interview IIListen as Jessica and Maria Bradfield break down the fast-paced world of speed-dating coaches—why it works, what happens behind the scenes, and how these quick connections can spark big personal growth.👉 Visit coachingwithmaria.com and listen to her podcast, Motivational Moments with Maria.A heartfelt conversation on personal growth, routines, and creating your dream life with coach Maria Bradfield.🌟 Learn more at coachingwithmaria.comJessica and Maria Bradfield discuss energy, mindset, and practical tools for transformation and joy.🎧 Tune into Motivational Moments with Maria and visit coachingwithmaria.comDiscover h...
2025-11-2843 minMotivational Moments with MariaReady to Finish Strong? Let's Reflect and Plan TogetherReady to Finish 2025 Strong? Let’s Reflect & Plan Together!It’s been a whirlwind here—between co-hosting and speaking at the incredible Produce Your Dream Life Event in Atlanta, celebrating a wonderful family wedding, and cheering on participants at the 3-Day Breast Cancer Walk, I’ve gathered so much inspiration to share with you!In my latest podcast episode, I invite you to cozy up and reflect on this transformative year with me. We’ll explore:* What you’ve learned about yourself this year* What you want to finish before...
2025-11-2419 min
The Growth InvitationHow to Navigate Life When Everything Falls Apart with Maria Bradfield ? The Growth Invitation S2 E26What do you do when life throws you a curveball — or several?In this inspiring conversation, Janette Wong sits down with Maria Bradfield, a High-Performance and Transformational Coach, 3x bestselling author, and two-time breast-cancer survivor, to talk about how to navigate life when everything gets turned upside down.Together, they explore:✨ The real meaning of resilience — and why awareness is the first step to freedom✨ How to break free from old programming and negative thought loops✨ The mindset practices that help you reset — even in chaos✨ The power of community and asking for help✨ Why everything you do (and feel) is ultimat...
2025-10-2835 minMotivational Moments with MariaWho Are You When Everything Changes?Hello, beautiful souls, and welcome to Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m so grateful you're here with me today. As we honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month and celebrate the incredible spirit of womanhood, I want you to settle in deeply with this question: Who are you when the roles, the titles, and even your health have been fundamentally challenged?It’s a question that hits close to home for many of us, and certainly for me, as a two time breast cancer survivor. Life’s major events—those that shake us to our very core—have a way of s...
2025-10-2013 minChoose You Whole Body WellnessMaria Bradfield InterviewProductivity coach Maria Bradfield shares her powerful insights on transformation, energy, and living with intention.👉 Visit coachingwithmaria.com and listen to her podcast, Motivational Moments with Maria.A heartfelt conversation on personal growth, routines, and creating your dream life with coach Maria Bradfield.🌟 Learn more at coachingwithmaria.comJessica and Maria Bradfield discuss energy, mindset, and practical tools for transformation and joy.🎧 Tune into Motivational Moments with Maria and visit coachingwithmaria.comDiscover how to live intentionally, fuel your mind, and produce your dream life with coach Maria Bradfield...
2025-10-1739 minMotivational Moments with MariaWhy Self-Care is NOT SelfishWelcome to Motivational Moments with Maria—where this month we celebrate the unstoppable strength and radiant power within every woman. All this month, as we honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I want to remind you that self-care is not selfish—it’s an essential act of self-love and survival. Together, we’ll explore how embracing your worth and setting boundaries can transform your life, helping you rise not just as a survivor, but as a warrior thriving in her true, authentic power. Let’s dive in and own our power with grace and courage.This is your safe space...
2025-10-1318 minMotivational Moments with MariaThe Enthusiasm AdvantageEnthusiasm isn’t just a feeling — it’s a game changer. 🔥✨In this episode, Maria reveals how tapping into genuine enthusiasm can fuel your goals, strengthen your connections, and open doors you never imagined. 🚀When you lead with passion, you lead with power.#TheEnthusiasmAdvantage #LiveWithPassion #HighPerformanceLife #TransformYourLife #MotivationPodcast #PersonalGrowthJourney #MindsetMatters #BeBoldLiveBold
2025-09-0813 minMotivational Moments with MariaEnergize and Rise✨ Ready to boost your energy and step into your highest potential?In this episode of Motivational Moments with Maria, she explores how to recharge your mind, body, and spirit so you can rise above challenges and create the life you deserve.It’s your time to shine — let’s energize and rise together! 🚀🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Buzzsprout.#EnergizeAndRise #MotivationalMoments #MariaBradfield #MindsetMatters #PersonalGrowth #RiseAndShine #InspirationDaily #MotivationPodcast #LeadershipDevelopment #GrowthMindset #EmpowermentJourney #WomenInLeadership #MindsetShift
2025-09-0121 minMotivational Moments with MariaFrom Limits to LegendsYou are not defined by your limits — you’re built to rise beyond them. 💪✨In this episode, Maria shares how to turn your biggest challenges into stepping stones toward greatness. 🚀It’s time to rewrite your story and step into your legend.#FromLimitsToLegends #LiveWithPurpose #BreakTheMold #HighPerformanceLife #TransformYourLife #MotivationPodcast #PersonalGrowthJourney #MindsetMatters #BeBoldLiveBold
2025-08-2512 minMotivational Moments with MariaEscape the Beige of NormalBreak free from the monotony and step into a life that’s bold, vibrant, and unapologetically YOU. ✨In this episode, Maria shares powerful insights on how to challenge the “safe” path, ignite your passions, and design a life full of purpose and color. 🎯Why settle for beige… when you can paint your life in every shade of possibility?#EscapeTheBeige #LiveWithPurpose #BreakTheMold #HighPerformanceLife #TransformYourLife #MotivationPodcast #PersonalGrowthJourney #MindsetMatters #BeBoldLiveBold
2025-08-1816 minMotivational Moments with MariaDebunking Myths About DisciplineMastering Discipline: Achieving Success through Consistent ActionWelcome, lovely listeners, to another episode of Motivational Moments with Maria! I'm your spirited host, Coach Maria, and let me tell you, I am absolutely buzzing with excitement and gratitude that you've chosen to tune in. Your feedback and suggestions are like fuel for my motivational fire, so please, keep 'em coming – I thrive on your energy!My mission? It's simple - to be your partner in staying focused, energized, and inspired, and to sprinkle an extra dash of positivity into your life. Because when you're fi...
2025-06-0220 minMotivational Moments with MariaAnatomy of Resilience: Steps to Increase YoursWelcome to another episode of Motivational Moments with Maria! I am thrilled that you've joined me once again as we embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal development.My goal is to offer you a sprinkle of inspiration and a dash of motivation to propel you forward on your unique and extraordinary life path.Now, a quick shout-out to all my Spanish-speaking amigos! You can catch my Spanish podcast, "Minutos Motivacionales con Maria," on YouTube and your favorite podcast platforms.Today's topic was requested by one of our awesome listeners, and I'm...
2025-05-2713 minMotivational Moments with MariaMarketing, Vision and Veterans with the Wizard of AdsMeet Ryan Chute, the Wizard of Ads and the Frictionless CEO. Ryan teaches us that you need be distinctive, not just different. Ryan leads an 8-figure creative consulting agency within the Wizard of Ads®, helping ambitious Residential Home Service Contractors and Professional Service Companies 4-10X their revenue profitably with brand-forward sales and marketing solutions. It wasn’t always that way, though. He grew up on a retail pirate ship, a disturbingly transactional world. Wheeling, dealing, offers, and gimmicks. His early career in retail and automotive was filled with deception, skullduggery, and friction;
2025-05-1351 minMotivational Moments with MariaNavigating the Journey of CaregivingThe Power of Caregiving and Healing for the CaregiverHave you ever been in a position when your life was suddenly turned upside down and you found yourself in the role of becoming a caregiver? It can be daunting and draining. In this week’s episode we discuss the importance of caregiving and how to care for yourself when you are in this new role. In our fast-paced world, many of us find ourselves facing unexpected life changes that thrust us into the role of caregiver. Whether it's caring for a family member, friend, or love...
2025-04-1427 minMotivational Moments with MariaEmbrace Resilience and ThriveLife is full of challenges, but resilience is the secret to triumphing over them. Join me in a powerful conversation with Jude Monteserrato as we delve into strategies on how to overcome setbacks, transform your mindset, and turn obstacles into opportunities. Discover effective tactics to rebuild, refocus, and emerge stronger than ever! Jude's story will inspire you to believe in the power of resilience and using the bounce back factor. To get to know Jude is to be deeply inspired by her unwavering determination and refusal to give up. Tune in and reflect on this ques...
2025-04-0738 minMotivational Moments with MariaBeautiful Things Grow In Hard PlacesChivonne’s incredible story of transforming her own life from losing her first marriage, her home, multiple miscarriages and herself to rebuilding her life, her family, and a successful business is inspiring. Chivonne’s personal experience coupled with her work is the inspiration behind her daring mission to teach others that they can transform their lives from the inside out.Her impactful work has transformed the lives of thousands, from youth and their families, the incarcerated population and parolees as well as hundreds of unhoused veterans. She has spoken nationally and internationally to groups of women, both grea...
2025-03-3135 minMotivational Moments with MariaWeed Out Your Limiting Beliefs: Create Space for Growth Welcome back my thrivers and strivers to this week’s captivating episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. This entire month we are focusing on spring cleaning as we realign, renew and rise. Last week we chatted about planting the seeds in the spring and how we must plant, cultivate, nurture and water before we can harvest. Just like in farming, part of the process of having a bountiful and healthy harvest is removing the weeds so we can clear space for growth. The same holds true for our well being. Just as a farmer tends to thei...
2025-03-1709 minMotivational Moments with MariaSeed Your Intentions: Planting the Vision for Your Desired LifeIt’s March and that means spring is upon us. Besides March Madness in the college basketball world, what else happens? Springs arrives and we notice signs of life beginning to bloom in nature. Animals come out of hibernation ready to renew and rise. Guess what it’s no different for us. Many of you have been in hibernation mode and Spring is the perfect time for you to realign, renew and rise. This week our episode will focus on the power of planting intentions and creating a vision for your desired life. It’s time to sow the see...
2025-03-0908 minMotivational Moments with MariaHealing Your Ancestral TraumaMeet Carmiola De Santura. She stands at the forefront of transformational healing, revered as one of the most esteemed ancestral trauma healers and therapists in the field today. She is dedicated to unraveling the intricate web of transgenerational and past-life epigenetic traumas, and has guided hundreds of individuals towards profound self-awareness and healing.Carmiola’s journey began with a deep-seated passion for understanding the roots of human suffering and the unseen forces that shape our lives. This passion propelled her into extensive studies and training in ancestral healing practices, epigenetics, and trauma therapy.She...
2025-03-0241 minMotivational Moments with MariaBreak Free From Approval NightmaresLet’s dive into today’s episode and embark on this incredible journey of motivation and growth together! Ok my change warriors, today, we are diving into a crucial topic that affects countless individuals: it’s called…dependent personality disorder. It's time to shed light on this challenge and explore ways to break free from its grasp. So, grab a cup of inspiration, because we're about to embark on a journey of empowerment and growth!First, we need to understand what this dependent personality disorder is. Dependent personality disorder (DPD) is a type of anxious...
2025-01-1212 minMotivational Moments with MariaThe Butterfly Effect of LifeHello, my wonderful listeners. Welcome back to another captivating episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m your host, energetic, loving and High-Performance Coach Maria here to uplift and motivate you. I truly appreciate you tuning in today, and I’m excited to share this journey of growth and positivity with you.In a world often filled with negativity, my goal with this podcast is to ignite inspiration and help you cultivate a more positive mindset.Together, we’ll explore ways to stay focused, fired up, and excited about life, ultimately creating a more fulfilled and joy...
2025-01-0510 minMotivational Moments with MariaYou Too Can Be An OlympianWelcome my friends to a special episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. Given that we are in the Olympic Games season I thought I would share some of my research on how Olympians train.Have you ever wondered what goes into being an Olympic Athlete? What goes through their minds? How do they train?Olympic athletes share some excellent lessons to learn and I am always in awe of the magnificent athletes and how they prepare for these events. I mean these are world class top performers in all aspects of their sport. It’s just l...
2024-08-0210 minMotivational Moments with MariaWho Cares if You Make It or Not? You ShouldWelcome my friends to this week’s episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. It’s always my intent to bring you some inspiration and thoughts on personal development. I want YOU to create more fun, joy and productivity in all areas of your life. But first I want to take a moment to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defending this great nation. On this Memorial Day, I say thank you. Did you know? Each year on Memorial Day a national moment of remembrance takes place at 3:00 p.m. local time. So while you are e...
2024-05-2711 minMotivational Moments with MariaSteps to FlourishEvery week it is my intent to increase your awareness of personal growth to help you stay more focused, energetic, disciplined, and inspired, so YOU can experience more excitement, fulfillment, fun and joy in all areas of your life.Have you ever been around someone that just seems to have it together and they appear to be flourishing in all areas of their life? And you wonder…how do they, or how did they do it. Listen a great life just doesn’t happen. When we use the right tools, imagine what’s possible. A lot...
2024-04-3016 minMotivational Moments with MariaHave More FunWelcome my friends to this week’s episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. I am your host loving and crazy Coach Maria. Oh, my friends, it feels so good to be healthy again. It’s always my intent to bring you some inspiration and thoughts on personal development. I want YOU to create more fun, joy and productivity in all areas of your life As I listen to so many of you burning the candle at both ends I want you to STOP for a minute…or two. Stop and give yourself some grace for all...
2024-03-2509 minMotivational Moments with MariaYou Can Create Your Own LuckTop of the morning to you my friends.Welcome my friends to this week’s episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. I am your Host, Lucky and Crazy Coach Maria. How many of you have heard the saying, you have the “The luck of the Irish. Do you know how that phrase came about? The origins of the ‘luck of the Irish’ saying can be traced back to the late 1800’s in America during the gold and silver rush. At that time, Irish and Irish Americans were some of the most successful miners to prosper and...
2024-03-1317 minMotivational Moments with MariaReflection TimeNo music this week, no intro, no outro. It's a quiet moment with Coach Maria reflecting on the past few years. My voice is gravelly, my nose is stuffed (coffee hasn't kicked in yet). It's an early morning and I just took time today to really reflect on the past few years and to ask you...what's holding you back? Is it judgement, fear of rejection, or some limiting belief. What's next for you? We are at the end of 2023. Let's build something great for you in 2024.Stay focused, stay positive and always have f...
2023-12-0410 minMotivational Moments with MariaHow to Get Into FlowWelcome, my friends, to another captivating episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. I'm Crazy Coach Maria, and words cannot express the immense thrill and honor I feel knowing that you have chosen to tune in. Your feedback and suggestions have meant the world to me, and I encourage you to continue sharing them. Together, we are on an incredible journey of personal growth and transformation.It’s still October and that means it is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Please, oh please, get yourself checked.Oh, by the way every day in October I wear PINK to...
2023-10-2315 minMotivational Moments with Maria8 Steps to DecompressWelcome, my friends, to another captivating episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. I'm Crazy Coach Maria, and words cannot express the immense thrill and honor I feel knowing that you have chosen to tune in. Your feedback and suggestions have meant the world to me, and I encourage you to continue sharing them. Together, we are on an incredible journey of personal growth and transformation.Everyone has a purpose, and my purpose t is to provide you with the tools and inspiration you need to stay focused, energetic, disciplined, enthusiastic, and positive. My goal is t...
2023-09-1813 minMotivational Moments with MariaA TributeWelcome, my friends, to another captivating episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. I'm Crazy Coach Maria, and words cannot express the immense thrill and honor I feel knowing that you have chosen to tune in. Your feedback and suggestions have meant the world to me, and I encourage you to continue sharing them. Together, we are on an incredible journey of personal growth and transformation.The purpose of this podcast is to provide you with the tools and inspiration you need to stay focused, energetic, disciplined, enthusiastic, and positive. My goal is to empower you to experience...
2023-08-2111 minMotivational Moments with MariaUse the Value of 3 To Simplify and Get More DoneHello my friends and welcome to Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m Crazy Coach Maria and thrilled to be here with you. Have you ever had a day where you felt like you didn't accomplish anything? Do you find yourself getting bogged down by the daily details and distractions of life? Then you get all upset that you didn’t accomplish what you set out to do. Guess what? You are not alone. As much as we may want to be high performers who consistently hit our goals, the truth is that everyone faces setbacks and dis...
2023-07-3113 minMotivational Moments with MariaCelebrate Your IndependenceALOHA and Welcome my friends to another episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m your host, energetic, loving and High-Performance Coach Maria. I am honored that you are listening in today. I believe every day is an incredible day to learn and grow. I wake up every morning and say thank you to all the gods and spirits of the world for letting me wake up on the right side of the sod.I am fired up today so sorry if I am more energetic than normal. I am surrounded by those I love on this beaut...
2023-07-0312 minMotivational Moments with MariaEliminate the ANTS from your life.Hello my friends and welcome to Motivational Moments with Maria.Thank you so much for reaching out. Yes, I am OK. Yes, I was absent for a few weeks and yes, I’m back. I took a much-needed break to re-calibrate and re-set. I am back with a new level of energy and commitment to deliver some thoughts and ideas on our continued journey of personal development and growth.I truly was doing some personal development work on myself and then took a family vacation. It was wonderful. We all need to hit the re-set butt...
2023-05-0112 minMotivational Moments with MariaThe Power of DisciplineWelcome to another episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m your host Coach Maria and I am honored that you are listening in. I appreciate all the feedback and suggestions so keep them coming. This podcast is to help you stay more focused, energetic, disciplined, inspired, and positive so YOU can experience more excitement, happiness and fulfillment in all areas of your life. I like to ask questions to make you think and reflect. So, here we go. Have you ever had one of those days where you just rocked it? You kn...
2023-03-1311 minMotivational Moments with MariaStubbornness For A PurposeWelcome my friends to this week’s episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m your host Crazy Coach Maria and am thrilled you are listening in. My intention every week is give you some food for thought and some tools to increase the joy, and fulfillment in your life. Has anyone every accused you of being stubborn? Well, maybe. But is stubbornness a bad thing? Not necessarily. Change your thinking and you change your world my friends. Stubbornness is a sign of tenacity. Three years ago I made two huge decisions that have transformed my life. I...
2023-03-0612 minMotivational Moments with MariaImproving is LoveWelcome to the second week of “love yourself” month on Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m your host Loving and Crazy Coach Maria! My intent and love of doing this weekly podcast is to give you some thoughts to reflect on, some tips and ideas to help you move towards the desires you want in life. You do want more joy, happiness and vibrancy in your life? That’s what I thought. I seem to always open with a question. Have you been good to yourself this week? Remember, It’s the Love Yourself Month - ...
2023-02-1312 minMotivational Moments with MariaThe Heart of True LoveIt’s the love month. February is the celebration of love and romance month. Some of you may say, so what, I don’t care. It’s just a made-up holiday and I don’t have a sweetie to share Valentine’s Day with. I would argue that you do! Today we are going to focus on the most important person to love, cherish, honor, and live for – you and your SELF-LOVE. Have you settled for good enough because you think you cannot ask for more from love? Are you even open to love? Join me on Motivatio...
2023-02-0611 minMotivational Moments with MariaThe Power of RoutinesHello, my friends and welcome to Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m your host Coach Maria and thrilled to be here with you. My intent with this weekly podcast is to bring you some thoughts and ideas to keep you on your journey to live a fully joyful, productive, and vibrant life. Just a quick note to remind you how grateful I am that you are joining in and thank you for all the feedback and comments. You inspire me to be better every day. It's the end of the first month of the New Year. How produc...
2023-01-3014 minMotivational Moments with MariaThe Value of FriendshipsHello, my friends and welcome to Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m your host Coach Maria and thrilled to be here with you. My intent with this weekly podcast is to bring you some thoughts and ideas to keep you on your journey to live a fully productive, vibrant, and joyful life. Just a quick note to remind you how grateful I am that you are joining in and thank you for all the feedback and comments. You inspire me to be better every day. Many of you know that I love to ask questions. Questions cause you to...
2023-01-2312 minMotivational Moments with MariaTips on How To Be BelievableHello, my friends and welcome to Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m your host Coach Maria and thrilled to be here with you. My intent with this weekly podcast is to bring you some thoughts and ideas to keep you on your journey to live a fully productive, vibrant, and joyful life. Just a quick note to remind you how grateful I am that you are joining in and thank you for all the feedback and comments. You inspire me to be better every day. Today I want to share some ideas on how to be believable. I abso...
2023-01-1612 minMotivational Moments with MariaYour 2023 Word of The YearHello, my friends and welcome to Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m your host Coach Maria and thrilled to be here with you. My intent with this weekly podcast is to bring you some thoughts and ideas to keep you on your journey to live a fully productive, vibrant, and joyful life. Have you considered or chosen a word that to align you with your 2023 goals? Today, we are talking about one simple word that you can use in 2023 to remind you what you want to focus on. This episode will be helpful whether your New Ye...
2023-01-0910 minMotivational Moments with MariaNEW YEAR, NEW YOUWelcome to the new year and another episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. I am your high-performance Coach, Maria, and I am honored that you are listening in. You continue to inspire me every day. I hope you are feeling as excited and hopeful as I am for 2023. I took a little hiatus for a few weeks, and it was just what the doctor ordered. We all need time for rest, reflection, and rejuvenation. Even with the chaos of the holidays, I was able to take some time to do all three things. Now I am back with a...
2023-01-0211 minMotivational Moments with MariaPerita Adams - Overcoming Sadness, Anger & Depression During the HolidaysEvery week it is my intention to bring you thoughts and ideas for your ongoing personal growth. My desire is that you live a joyful, productive, and inspired life and share your wisdom with others. As the holiday season bears down on us, I am so so grateful of the abundance in my life. However, the holiday season is not a happy time for everyone. In my opinion, the holiday season kicks off during Halloween followed by the dreaded time change…the days get shorter and we experience less daylight. As the days get shorter and all t...
2022-11-2123 minMotivational Moments with MariaHappy Healthy HalloweenWelcome my friends to this week’s episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. I am your host loving and crazy Coach Maria. Happy Halloween! Yes, here in the USA we are all dressing as goblins, ghouls and whatever character our imagination stirs up. It’s been incredible watching the different costumes emerging from the adult population. Today is the last day of October. As we say goodbye to health month, I thought I would do a quick recap of the ways we discussed how you can get healthier so we can end the year strong and start t...
2022-10-3109 minMotivational Moments with MariaTime For More FunWelcome my friends to this week’s episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. I am your host loving and crazy Coach Maria. Oh, my friends, it feels so good to be healthy again. It’s always my intent to bring you some inspiration and thoughts on personal development. I want YOU to create more fun, joy and productivity in all areas of your life. As I listen to so many of you burning the candle at both ends I want you to STOP for a minute…or two. Stop and give yourself some grace for all that you do...
2022-10-2410 minMotivational Moments with MariaYour Health is Your WealthWelcome my friends to another episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m your host, Crazy and Energetic Coach Maria. Our health is our wealth! Yes Yes,I said it again. When we feel good, we have the ability to do more and challenge ourselves more. October is the month to re-evaluate yourself and get healthier. October November and December have historically proven to be the months where we tend to snack more,(think Halloween candy) attend more social functions (eat more) and celebrate (drink more) with friends and family. Then when the new year comes along, we are s...
2022-10-1011 minMotivational Moments with MariaAre You Satisfied with Your Career?Welcome to Motivational Moments with Maria. Each week it is my intention to help you stay more focused, energetic, disciplined and inspired so YOU can create more love, fulfillment and joy in all areas of your life. I continue to be inspired by YOU. I am blessed to have some amazing thought leaders as coaches and as we all share information, I want to encourage you to pass on your wisdom to others. We all need encouragement every day. us on and This thing we call personal growth journey is a lifelong process. Question...
2022-09-1211 minMotivational Moments with MariaComfortable or ComplacentWelcome back my friends to another episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. I am your host loving and crazy coach Maria and I am back! I am back with a vengeance. After two and a half years of not missing a single weekly podcast release, I took two weeks off. Now some of you asked me why I did this? Some of you asked me this question…why didn’t you just re-use or re-purpose some your old ones and release them. Well, first I am one that writes and records when the right moment hits. It may be 4am in the...
2022-08-0812 minMotivational Moments with MariaYour Credibility is EverythingWelcome my friends to Motivational Moments with Maria. You inspire me to help you stay a little more focused, disciplined, inspired, and positive so YOU can create more excitement, fulfillment, fun and joy in all areas of your life. With the chaos and stress of our daily lives we sometimes need a reminder to appreciate more and stay the course. It also helps me stay more energetic, and obsessed about my own personal development studies. I really believe we all need someone cheering us on and encouraging us to be better each and ev...
2022-07-1812 minMotivational Moments with MariaIndependence Day MessageAloha my friends and welcome my friends to another episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. I am broadcasting to you from the Big Island of Hawaii and enjoying some rest and relaxation with my family. Today I want to emphasize to you the importance of rest and relaxation so you can re-energize, re-new, and really relax. When you change the scenery and your schedule to unwind a bit, your mind begins to clear the clutter and loosens the tightness in your shoulders and back. You begin to see your surroundings through a different lens...
2022-07-0403 minMotivational Moments with MariaSteps to FlourishEvery week it is my intent to increase your awareness of personal growth to help you stay more focused, energetic, disciplined, and inspired, so YOU can experience more excitement, fulfillment, fun and joy in all areas of your life.Have you ever been around someone that just seems to have it together and they appear to be flourishing in all areas of their life? And you wonder…how do they, or how did they do it. Listen a great life just doesn’t happen. When we use the right tools, imagine what’s possible...
2022-06-2716 minMotivational Moments with MariaTips to Declutter Your Life and MindHello my friends and welcome to Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m your host Coach Maria and thrilled to be here with you. My intent with this weekly podcast is to bring you some thoughts and ideas to keep you on your journey to live a fully productive, vibrant and joyful life. After all, that’s what we are all seeking. If I can make a difference for you then I am one happy wisdom warrior.Today’s topic is about the world of clutter. Do you live in a world of Clutter? Are you a clutter bug, a hoa...
2022-05-2311 minMotivational Moments with MariaFighting Off Evil DistractionsHello my friends and welcome to Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m your host Coach Maria and thrilled to be here with you. My intent with this weekly podcast is to bring you some thoughts and ideas to keep you on your journey to live a fully productive, vibrant and joyful life.Here’s my question this week. How many times a day do you allow the evil distraction monster to take over your productivity? A recent study stated that over 75% of employees surveyed feel distracted throughout their work day. That’s huge. Imagine what might happen to you if y...
2022-04-2512 minMotivational Moments with MariaGive Yourself Some GraceHello, my friends and welcome to Motivational Moments with Maria.This week I am doing something a little different. I simply just hit the record button and started speaking with you about giving yourself some grace. In our high speed world of constant activity we sometimes forget to stop, and acknowledge what we have accomplished and where we are going.Having said that, I decided that I was going to give myself some grace this week. In other words, this is a short message to remind you to have faith in all that you do. Have...
2022-04-1804 minMotivational Moments with MariaHow To Bounce Back After A Bad DayHello my friends and welcome to this week’s episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m your host Coach Maria and thrilled to be here with you. My intent with this weekly podcast is to bring you some thoughts and ideas to keep you on your journey to live a fully productive, vibrant and joyful life.As I love to do, I want to get those brain cells active so I am going to open up with a question for you. Have you ever had a bad moment in your day? Of course, you have. Who hasn’t...
2022-04-0411 minMotivational Moments with MariaWhat Effect Does The Alignment of The Stars and the Planets Have on You?The stars and the planets do align and impact us in more ways than you know. Have you ever read your horoscope? Do you believe in astrology and the position of the planets and the impact this might have on our lives? Not sure. Well on this week’s episode I have the pleasure of bringing a special Astrologist to the show to talk about this somewhat controversial subject. Half of you are probably wondering…coach, what does astrology have to do with personal growth? Half of you are saying…it has a lot to do with our persona...
2022-03-2125 minMotivational Moments with MariaExpect Good LuckTop of the morning to you my friends.Welcome my friends to this week’s episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. I am your Host, Lucky and Crazy Coach Maria.As I recorded this episode in Barcelona, Spain I thought this….I am so lucky. Is it luck or was it something created? It’s almost St. Patrick’s Day so let’s talk about luck and finding your own pot of gold.How many of you have heard the saying, you have the “The luck of the Irish. Do you know how that...
2022-03-1417 minMotivational Moments with MariaWho are you celebrating this month?The love month has arrived. It’s February, the celebration of love and romance month. Hello my friends and welcome to the “love yourself” month on Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m your host Loving and Crazy Coach Maria! My intent with this podcast every week is to give you some thoughts to reflect on, some tips and ideas to move forward towards your desires in life. You do want more joy and happiness in your life? Of course you do. Let’s get to it. The love month. Well, some of you may say...
2022-02-0711 minMotivational Moments with MariaCan You See Your Future? really believe we all need someone cheering us on to be better each If I can encourage just one of you to be or do a little better then, I am one happy Wisdom Warrior. I want to share with you an experience I had this past week which caused me to think about our vision and the clarity in our lives. I had a little bit of eye surgery to inprove my vision and the clouding in one of my eyes. As I saw the world with such crispness and clarity, it remi...
2021-12-0612 minMotivational Moments with MariaWhat Will You Do in 2022?Welcome my friends to another episode of Motivational Moments with Maria. I’m your host, energetic, loving and High-Performance Coach Maria. I am grateful and honored that you are listening in today. Let’s keep on growing together and sharing positive messages with those in our lives. Your comments keep me obsessed about doing my work each and every day. We are coming off a great week of giving thanks and appreciation for all the goodness we have in our lives. One of my clients is so incredible and collected funds and delivered 215 turkeys to the local...
2021-11-2913 minMotivational Moments with MariaHonoring Those That ServedToday is Memorial Day. A day that we honor our fallen heroes, those that served our country and made the biggest sacrifice, allowing us to enjoy the freedom we have. Did you know? Each year on Memorial Day a national moment of remembrance takes place at 3:00 p.m. local time. Today when the clock strikes 3:00pm local time, take a minute in silence to remember and thank those that we have lost in service. It’s also a good time to remember those loved ones we have lost and take a moment to reflect on the goodness they brought to...
2021-05-3110 minMotivational Moments with MariaAre You Connecting?Have you ever been around someone that people were just drawn to like a magnet? You know that person at a social event that seems to command the room or at a business meeting and people gather around them to listen to the conversation? You wonder, what does that person have that I don’t, or what are they doing differently? They seem to speak with ease and those around them are smiling and appear to be enjoying the conversation. Is it a natural ability or a learned skill? I am here to tell you, it is a learned sk...
2021-05-2411 minMotivational Moments with MariaYear One Success WordsToday is a very special day and I am late, late, late, late, late. Time has flown by so quickly and I did not realize that a year has passed since I released my first podcast. What was I thinking? It’s a milestone. Did I know how much work would be involved? Did I think anyone would listen? Who do you think you are Maria? As a great song goes….I’m still standing…..better than I have ever been. Yes the great Elton John. Here comes the question for you……have YOU ever thought about doing something and didn’t g...
2021-03-1512 minMotivational Moments with MariaSelf Love is the Heart of True LoveIt’s the first day of February, the start of the Valentine’s Day Month, the celebration of love and romance month. February is considered the month of love. Some of you may say, so what, I don’t care. It’s just a made-up holiday and I don’t have a sweetie to share Valentine’s Day with. I would argue that you do! Today we are going to focus on the most important person to love, cherish, honor and live for – you and your SELF-LOVE. Have you settled for good enough because you think you cannot ask for more from...
2021-02-0111 minMotivational Moments with Maria5 Tips to Keep You You Motivated and EnergizedThis week’s question for you. Have you ever felt your energy and motivation waning throughout your day? What do you do to keep yourself motivated? How do you do it? Listen my friends, it’s simple. Everything we do in life is a result of the choices we make Our life is made up of choices every minute of the day. What choices are you making each day to move towards your tomorrow? It’s been such a fun week and it’s because of you, my listeners. This week’s p...
2021-01-2512 minMotivational Moments with MariaStubbornness With A PurposeHas anyone every accused you of being stubborn? Well maybe. But is stubbornness a bad thing? Not necessarily. Change your thinking and you change your world my friends. I like to define stubbornness with another word – I call it stick-to-itiveness and I am certain you have heard me use that term before. When you believe in something so fiercely, Stubbornness just means you have a dogged determination not to change your attitude or position on something, especially in spite of good arguments or reasons to do so. Welcome my friends to this week’s episode of Motivational Moments with Mari...
2021-01-1809 minMotivational Moments with MariaHow To Increase Your Mental and Physical EnergyLast week I was teaching a class and this question was asked 3 times on the post class chat and questions. Coach Maria, how do you have so much energy and what do you do to sustain and increase your energy throughout the day. This is a subject that is near and dear to me so I decided to answer the question and give you some tips on how to increase your energy. Many of these tips come from my colleagues in the coaching space and I love their ideas and use them daily. Energy is everywhere and yes, you...
2020-11-3012 minMotivational Moments with MariaHow Do You LearnHave you ever struggled with learning something or have you ever attended a training session where you were talked at most of the time by the presenter? Me too! How do you learn? Were you aware there are different learning styles? When you understand your learning style you can thrive and learn faster. Join me on Motivational Moments with Maria to find out about your learning styles.
2020-11-1610 minMotivational Moments with MariaStay in the Success CycleWe find ourselves in two cycles of life. One is the success cycle and one is the failure cycle. I have found myself in both. The failure cycle takes you to negativity, resistance, chaos and isolation. The success cycle allows you to take action, get results and keeps your mindset positive. Join me on Motivational Moments with Maria as I explain the stages of each and how important it is to be aware of both.
2020-11-0910 minMotivational Moments with MariaWhat Story Are You TellingLet me begin with this….. Once upon a time…..isn’t that the way all stories start? AND Don’t you absolutely love a good story? STORIES BRING US TO SIDE SPLITTING LAUGHTER OR PAINSTAKING EMOTIONAL TEARS. STORIES ALLOW US TO CONNECT WITH OTHERS AND TO PASS ON GENERATIONS OF INFORMATION. In every great story there is joy, sadness, defeat, fear, strength, triumph and then the happily ever after. So where are you on your personal story journey? Imagine this….you wake up every morning and in your backpack or briefcase is your life story that you are carrying around all...
2020-10-2610 minMotivational Moments with MariaAre You STUCK?Here is the question of the week. Have you ever been stuck? Do you find yourself ever getting stuck? Those moments when you can’t seem to go forward or backwards. Why is that and where does this STUCKNESS come from? Join me on Motivational Moments with Maria to find out why you are stuck and how to move you to a different level.
2020-10-1911 minMotivational Moments with MariaCreative Visualization is PowerfulYour imagination is powerful. Remember when you were a kid and anything was possible. Your imagination allowed you to be a superhero saving your village from the evil demons. Your imagination allowed you to be a princess or prince in your own enchanted world with unicorns and other gentle creatures. Your imagination took you to places like the beach as the graceful dolphin carried you over the waves. When did you put your imagination on pause? Was it because someone said you didn’t fit in? Did someone say you shouldn’t act so silly. Join me on Motivational Mome...
2020-09-2812 minMotivational Moments with MariaAre You Feeling Disaster Fatigue?We are covering a subject that many of you may be experiencing right now. In speaking to my clients, seeing them on Zoom calls and listening carefully to their tonality, it caused me to stop and really assess the current situation in our world again. My hope is that I can share some tools to help you overcome what the professionals are calling “DISASTER FATIGUE”. Listen to Motivational Moments Maria for some coping tips.
2020-09-2110 minMotivational Moments with MariaBe An OlympianHave you ever wondered what goes in to being an Olympic Athlete or a top performer in your field? What goes through their minds? How do they train? As the summer winds down, I must admit that I did miss the Summer Olympics in Tokyo. I am always in awe of the magnificent athletes and how they prepare for these events. I mean these are world class top performers in all aspects of their sport. It’s just like you are in your profession, right? What would happen to your ambitions and dreams if you performed and trained like an...
2020-09-1411 minMotivational Moments with MariaBE FearlessWHAT COULD YOU ACCOMPLISH IF YOU WERE ABLE TO OVERCOME YOUR FEARS. Is fear getting in the way of your productivity? What would you do if you were not afraid? Your mind is swirling right now with the possibilities, isn’t it? Join me on Motivational Moments Maria as I share a process on how to overcome your fears.
2020-09-0714 minMotivational Moments with MariaEnthusiasm is ContagiousBeing enthusiastic means showing interest in the things that you do and getting pleasure from them. ... Enthusiasm means having a good attitude and getting satisfaction from getting things done and pursuing your dreams. Join me on Motivational Moments with Maria for some insights on increasing your enthusiasm.
2020-08-3109 minMotivational Moments with MariaEnergy is EverywhereEverything in Life is Energy. How energetic are you? Join me on Motivational Moments as I share some tips on how to generate more energy.
2020-08-2413 minMotivational Moments with MariaYou Have Unrealized PotentialHave you tapped in to your full potential? There are some key indicators that you have more potential than you know. Join me on Motivational Moments with Maria to discuss how to tap into your potential.
2020-08-1011 minMotivational Moments with MariaWhat Personality Style Are You?We each possess a dominant personality style. What is yours? Are you a D, an I, an S, or a C. Join me on this week’s episode of Motivational Moments with Maria as I give you an explanation of each style. and the impact it has on you.
2020-07-2012 minMotivational Moments with MariaCommitment Is The CureWe say we are committed and then we use every excuse in the book not to fulfill our commitments. Listen in for some quick tips on Motivational Moments with Maria.
2020-07-1309 minMotivational Moments with MariaAre You A People Pleaser?If you are constantly trying to please others, you may be giving up the best of yourself. Listen in to Motivational Moments with Maria for some tips on People Pleasing and how to break the habit.
2020-07-0610 minMotivational Moments with MariaMaking Lemonade Out of LemonsAre you making lemonade or still sour over the country's events. Listen in to this week's Episode of Motivational Moments with Maria for some insight.
2020-06-2908 minMotivational Moments with Maria10 Factors to Predict Your Success - Part 2Last week I shared the first 5 success factors of High Performers. Part 2 shares the second 5 and also includes a little challenge for you.Listen in to this week’s episode of Motivational Moments with Maria for Part 2 of success factors.
2020-06-2211 minMotivational Moments with Maria10 Factors to Predict Your Success - Part 1Have you ever wondered what the factors are that predict your success and the success of high performing individuals?It’s a great question. So, I gathered up the research and identified the top 10 factors that predict success of high performing individuals. You are one of those, right?Listen in to this week’s episode of Motivational Moments with Maria for Part 1.
2020-06-1510 minMotivational Moments with MariaHave You Stopped DreamingEveryone has a dream. What's yours and have you given up? Join me on Motivational Moments with Maria to fire up your passion.
2020-06-0108 minMotivational Moments with MariaCourage is a Matter of HeartYou demonstrate courage every day. Join me on Motivational Moments with Maria for your story.
2020-05-1812 minMotivational Moments with MariaLet's Be More Joyful!How joyful are you experiencing life every day? You have the power to add more joy to your life each day. Join Coach Maria as she explains how living with joy can help create positive changes to your daily life.
2020-05-0408 minMotivational Moments with MariaCouch Potato or GuardianAre you choosing to be a couch potato observer, guardian or warrior during this crisis? You choose. Join me on Motivational Moments with Maria as I share some thoughts on each of these roles.
2020-04-2011 minMotivational Moments with MariaA Powerful Daily Routine Makes A DifferenceRoutine is the sign of an ambitious individual. If you have a daily routine to follow you accomplish more and your mindset stays strong. Join me on Motivational Moments with Maria as I share some daily strategies for creating your own daily routines that may help you get through our "time out" from the world.
2020-04-1315 minMotivational Moments with MariaWhat Is Your Attitude Saying?Attitudes can determine how far you may go in life and how people respond to you. Do you have a positive attitude or a negative attitude? What are the implications? Join me on Motivational Moments with Maria to discover how shifting your attitude can make a difference in your life and the life of those you care about.
2020-04-0611 minMotivational Moments with MariaHow Do YOU Deal With Uncontrollable Circumstances?We are in a turbulent time. The US has never seen this massive of a change to our lifestyle, health and financial stability. Major events have been cancelled; you are disappointed, you are sad, and you are mad. Managing your thoughts and energy are key.It’s almost as though an enormous hurricane hit the entire country. So how do you keep your mind strong and disengage from the hectic world? We must practice mindfulness.How does one practice mindfulness……you change the story. Join Coach Maria on this week's episode of Motivational Moments with Maria f...
2020-03-3008 minMotivational Moments with MariaTools To Use To Become More ResilientHave you ever been stretched so thin and so far? Do you have the ability to spring back from life’s challenges? Join me on Motivational Moments with Maria where I will share with you some tools to use to become even more resilient than you currently are. We have an amazing capacity to spring back and you just need some tools to guide you.
2020-03-2310 minMotivational Moments with MariaTOP 5 Skills All Successful People Use To Meet and Exceed Their GoalsWhat type of position are you in? Do you have the necessary skills that all top performers need? Join me, Maria, on Motivational Moments with Maria as I share the TOP 5 Skills all successful people use to meet and exceed their goals.
2020-03-1510 minMotivational Moments with MariaThe 4 Cs Of Living A More Productive LifeAre you ready for a new beginning? Would you like a more productive and fulfilling life? Join me, Coach Maria, as I share the four Cs of living a more productive life on Motivational Moments with Maria. I will help you ignite the spark within.
2020-03-0209 min