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Feelings Fitness Podcast185. Home 13. 52 Weeks in 52 Days.Send a textJoin me as we revisit Road Trip lessons from 2023This is 52 weeks of episodes in 52 days.We'll follow the 2023 Road MapWe'll cruise along to find out what's in store for 2024.March 2023 RevisitedRevving up to leave HOME and head into HEALTHProgress NOT perfectionProducts at HOME - eco-friendly, non-toxic1. Ahimsa - dishware for the kids2. Bamboo cups (specific brand unknown)3. Caraway - ceramic cookware4. Young Living Thieves for cleaning5. Norwex - cleaning cloths6. Boll and Branch - b...
2024-01-1310 minFeelings Fitness Podcast184. Home 12. 52 Weeks in 52 Days.Send a textJoin me as we revisit Road Trip lessons from 2023This is 52 weeks of episodes in 52 days.We'll follow the 2023 Road MapWe'll cruise along to find out what's in store for 2024.Last week we created #springintospring task listMindful March ReviewEquitable distribution of taskHaving a system to refer to when someone else needs to step into your shoes.Outsource tasks only when you are financially fit Morning:Have a cup of coffeeWake the kids upSet ou...
2024-01-1215 minFeelings Fitness Podcast183. Home 11. 52 Weeks in 52 Days.Send a textJoin me as we revisit Road Trip lessons from 2023This is 52 weeks of episodes in 52 days.We'll follow the 2023 Road MapWe'll cruise along to find out what's in store for 2024.Feelings Fitness Signature Seasonal Invitation#springintospring is upon us in this 2023 Crash CourseMarch 1- March 20With DeJunk January completed, some of the heavy lifting for spring into spring is already done.My take on Time Changes. Spring forward.Feelings Fitness Framework: Home. Health. Happiness.Home:1. Sc...
2024-01-1111 minFeelings Fitness Podcast182. Home 10. 52 Weeks in 52 Days.Send a textJoin me as we revisit Road Trip lessons from 2023This is 52 weeks of episodes in 52 days.We'll follow the 2023 Road MapWe'll cruise along to find out what's in store for 2024.Mindful Media UsageKids are being impacted by media outletsTrain kids on how to be safe and set time limitsBe aware of who your kids are hanging out with in real life and online.Bark is an option to monitor the content kids are being exposed to.Give them some p...
2024-01-1008 minFeelings Fitness Podcast181. Home 9. 52 Weeks in 52 Days.Send a textJoin me as we revisit Road Trip lessons from 2023This is 52 weeks of episodes in 52 days.We'll follow the 2023 Road MapWe'll cruise along to find out what's in store for 2024.Finances:Featured on a PBS Show called Money Track Love & Money episodeStrategic home project planning based on financesMust-do projects firstThen plan the fun stuff.Plan a vacation. Pay for parts of it leading up to it.Pay for the flights one month.Pay for the ho...
2024-01-0906 minFeelings Fitness Podcast180. Home 8. 52 Weeks in 52 Days.Send a textJoin me as we revisit Road Trip lessons from 2023This is 52 weeks of episodes in 52 days.We'll follow the 2023 Road MapWe'll cruise along to find out what's in store for 2024.Creating a Cozy Sleep Space:Organic, eco-friendly bed sheets (Boll + Branch)Find the perfect pillowLamp on instead of overhead lightsHard copy of a book to read before bedAmethyst on nightstandDiffuser with lavender.Book Suggestion:Sleep Revolution by Arianna Huffington"Sleep is medicine. Sleep...
2024-01-0806 minFeelings Fitness Podcast179. Home 7. 52 Weeks in 52 Days.Send a textJoin me as we revisit Road Trip lessons from 2023This is 52 weeks of episodes in 52 days.We'll follow the 2023 Road MapWe'll cruise along to find out what's in store for 2024."January was a long year, but we survived."Do you do Dry January?After being "dry" for 2 and a half years, I now opt for moderation.I don't need wine to be around my kids. I don't participate in "Mommy Wine" culture.During my dry days, I drank non-alcoholic Moscow Mules and Hop...
2024-01-0707 minFeelings Fitness Podcast178. Home 6. 52 Weeks in 52 Days.Send a textJoin me as we revisit Road Trip lessons from 2023This is 52 weeks of episodes in 52 days.We'll follow the 2023 Road MapWe'll cruise along to find out what's in store for 2024.Functional February is where we are at in this 52 Weeks in 52 Days (2023) Crash CourseFunctional starts with FUNFunction will lead to more freedom.Time management, the struggle is real.Time Genius by Marie Forleo has helped."What you TRACK, you FAST track"Put your phone far away if you w...
2024-01-0608 minFeelings Fitness Podcast177. Home 5. 52 Weeks in 52 Days.Send a textJoin me as we revisit Road Trip lessons from 2023This is 52 weeks of episodes in 52 days.We'll follow the 2023 Road MapWe'll cruise along to find out what's in store for 2024.Book Review 2023:Light on Life B.K.S. IyengarPerfectly Imperfect by Baron BaptistThe Body is Not an Apology Sonia Renee TaylorParis Apartment Lucy FoleyBeautiful Ruins Jess WalterJoe Dispenza Books: Evolve your Brain, Becoming Supernatural, Breaking the Habit of Being YourselfGreen Lights Matthew McConaugheyAre y...
2024-01-0507 minFeelings Fitness Podcast176. Home 4. 52 Weeks in 52 Days.Send a textJoin me as we revisit Road Trip lessons from 2023This is 52 weeks of episodes in 52 days.We'll follow the 2023 Road MapWe'll cruise along to find out what's in store for 2024.De-Junk January. Decluttering at HOME.We already cleaned out our clothing closet last week.Other spaces/areas to DeJunk:Gift corner - Fill up the card box to write a card to special friends this year.Wrapping drawers - wrapping paper, bags, tissue paper, etc.Gift drawer - hostess gifts, kids birthday pa...
2024-01-0409 minFeelings Fitness Podcast175. Home 3. 52 Weeks in 52 Days.Send a textJoin me as we revisit Road Trip lessons from 2023This is 52 weeks of episodes in 52 days.Do you FEEL the energy in your HOME? Mini-meditation.Science of ENERGY. Quantum Physics.Clearing clutter in the closet. Keeping high energy items.Quality items over quantity of items.Know your WHY for keeping items.Book Suggestion:Evolve Your Brain by Joe Dispenza Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself by Joe DispenzaIf you are loving the podcast, please share it with a...
2024-01-0309 minFeelings Fitness Podcast174. Home 2. 52 Weeks in 52 Days.Send a textJoin me as we revisit Road Trip lessons from 2023This is 52 weeks of episodes in 52 days.How is De-Junk January going for you? Clutter clearing?How do YOU feel at HOME?Decision fatigue happens when you have too much clutter, too many items to choose from. For example, consider a full closet overhaul. Take all of your clothes out of your closet...the kids closets too. Mini-meditation to envision the most functional and efficient closet space.Dress for Success. It will change the w...
2024-01-0216 minFeelings Fitness Podcast173. Home 1. 52 Weeks in 52 Days.Send a textJoin me as we revisit Road Trip lessons from 2023This is 52 weeks of episodes in 52 days.How does your HOME make you FEEL?Mini-meditation to capture the current feeling of your home.Vision Board to capture the feeling you desire for your home.Reading Suggestions:Playing Big by Tara MohrThe Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie KondoThe Power of Home and the Subconscious Mind by Kimberly Garner (article)Choose a Word of the Year.Create...
2024-01-0115 minFeelings Fitness Podcast104. DeJunk January Continues + Clearing Clothing ClutterSend a textJoin me as this de-junking journey continues.If you feel like you need some extra guidance consider reading,The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo.She offers great suggestions on how to let go of things.We have entered into the clothing closet...this can be a tricky space.Be deliberate, but don't deliberate too long. Keep what fits and what fits your current style...let go of the rest.If you love the podcast, please be sure to subscribe and tell a f...
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Feelings Fitness Podcast103. DeJunk January + The Home as a Vision BoardSend a textReady, Set, Go...52 Weeks of Home, Health, and Happiness has begun.We are starting off this road trip....at HOME.This week...De-junking our living space & creating the HOME section of our Vision Board. We're setting ourselves up for a transformation to take place. Working towards the ultimate goal of Feeling Fit. Mind, Body, and Spirit.Buckle your seatbelt. Let's do this.If you love the podcast, please be sure to subscribe and tell a friend.Follow along with @feelingsfitness on FB and IG....
2023-01-0216 minFeelings Fitness Podcast84. Winter Wonder [HOME] Day 6Send a text#winter wonder is all about making a plan for the winter season.the tip for today is, prepare the home for guests.remember the goal is to create a FEELING.head over to IG/FB @feelingsfitnessfamily for the yoga reference
2022-12-0602 minFeelings Fitness Podcast83. Winter Wonder [HOME] Day 5Send a text#winter wonder is all about making a plan for the winter season.the tip for today is, establish holiday/winter traditions to do at home.traditions can take place indoors or outdoors or a little bit of both.head over to IG/FB @feelingsfitnessfamily for the yoga reference
2022-12-0503 minFeelings Fitness Podcast82. Winter Wonder [HOME] Day 4Send a text#winter wonder is all about making a plan for the winter season.the tip for today is, create a cozy nook.put a comfortable chair by the fireplace, grab a cozy blanket, and...head over to IG/FB @feelingsfitnessfamily for the yoga reference.
2022-12-0402 minFeelings Fitness Podcast81. Winter Wonder [HOME] Day 3Send a text#winterwonder is all about making a plan for the winter season.the tip for today is, sort through your winter weather gear.listen in to find out a system for decluttering the coat closet.head over to IG/FB @feelingsfitnessfamily for the yoga reference
2022-12-0302 minFeelings Fitness Podcast80. Winter Wonder [HOME] Day 2Send a text#winterwonder is all about making a plan for the winter season.the tip for today is, make time to put up holiday/winter decorations.listen in to find out how to make this extra obligation enjoyable.head over to IG/FB @feelingsfitnessfamily for the yoga reference
2022-12-0203 minFeelings Fitness Podcast78. Winter Wonder[HOME] Day 1Send a text#winter wonder is all about making a plan for the winter season.the tip for today is just that, make a plan.listen in to find out what a S.M.A.R.T. plan is.head over to IG/FB @feelingsfitnessfamily for the yoga reference.
2022-12-0103 minFeelings Fitness Podcast79. New Year Teaser[HOME]Send a textLife can fit into three buckets. Home. Health. Happiness. These three buckets and the habits that go along with each can guide you.In 2023, I'm going to take you on a road trip to find out how this "break down," no pun intended, can put you on a positive path to Feeling Fit, Mind, Body, and Spirit.Hop into the drivers seat. Buckle your seatbelt. Things are bound to be bumpy before they get better.Be sure to check in on FB/IG page @feelingsfitnessfamily for more...
2022-12-0101 min2022-09-1512 min2022-09-0813 minFeelings Fitness Podcast75. [HOME] Fall Fresh Start 2022Send a textOn this episode, Suzanne kicks off Fall Fresh Start 2022 by sharing 7 suggestions about how to freshen up your home for the upcoming fall season.The whole goal of Fall Fresh Start is to get all the things prepared in order to get out and enjoy all the beauty that the fall season has to offer...colorful leaves on the trees, crackling fire in the firepit, and the fresh smell of the crisp, cool fall breeze. Perhaps even enjoying all these things with a pumpkin spice latte in hand!If you...
2022-09-0118 minFeelings Fitness Podcast74. Promoting [Pranayama] and [Fall Fresh Start]Send a textIn this episode Suzanne continues to promote a pranayama practice. She shares a few very personal examples of when pranayama has come in handy for her. It's a practice that can truly be a life saver!Suzanne also gives a little bit of a teaser for Fall Fresh Start. Fall is her favorite season, and she loves sharing tips and tricks about how to make the most of your fall season too! Fall Fresh Start focuses on three key categories: Home, Health, and Happiness. It is a way to both "F...
2022-08-2308 min2022-06-2807 min2022-06-2106 min2022-06-1512 minFeelings Fitness Podcast70. [Pranayama] Extend Exhale to Settle StressSend a textOn this episode of The Yogic Home Podcast, Suzanne discusses pranayama, yogic breathing.She shares a breath work technique, the extended exhale, that can bring about some stress relief.The science-backed evidence will have you extending your exhale immediately.If it's summer vacation for you and your family, this tool just might come in handy to ease any extra overwhelm that may be unfolding on the daily .Listen in on the podcast to hear more about how you can add this to your yoga toolkit....
2022-06-0713 minFeelings Fitness Podcast69. Mental Health May - Meditation Made the ListSend a textOn this episode of The Yogic Home, Suzanne shares a list of ways to improve upon your mental health. She, of course, includes meditation on this list.She shares a few personal experiences with needing to tap into mental health resources.Mental Health is Health. It is important to stay in front of feeling down. There are so many tools to aid in this process. If you have fallen in love with the realness of The Yogic Home Podcast, be sure to rate and review it on Apple Po...
2022-05-3112 minFeelings Fitness Podcast68. Asana and MeditationSend a textIn this episode Suzanne discusses how intentionally including meditation to an asana practice makes the practice as a whole more purposeful.She shares how seemingly simple poses such as mountain pose have a greater impact when a pause is taken to really root down, rise up, and truly feel the power of the pose. Finding even a moment of meditation with each pose is so meaningful.Growth doesn't come by just going through the motions. Make meaning of each yoga practice that you participate in through meditation.If...
2022-05-2411 minFeelings Fitness Podcast67. Crystals on Chakras in MeditationSend a textOn this episode, Suzanne shares how to use crystals to tap more deeply into the chakras during meditation.She shares a few examples of crystals that can be powerful when paired with each of the seven chakras.She also includes the seed mantra that can be used when meditating on each of the seven chakras.If you have fallen in love with the realness of The Yogic Home Podcast, be sure to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts.Get in touch with Suzanne over on...
2022-05-1710 minFeelings Fitness Podcast66. Meditation Mudras(to seal in ENERGY)Send a textIn this episode of The Yogic Home, Suzanne explains what a mudra is.She then gives three common mudras that can be helpful in a meditation practice.She also shares her personal experience with a specific mudra.If you have fallen in love with the realness of The Yogic Home Podcast, be sure to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts.Get in touch with Suzanne over on Facebook or Instagram, @Feelings Fitness FamilyYou can also send an email to, suzanne@feelingsfitness.com
2022-05-1011 minFeelings Fitness Podcast65. Space to MeditateSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses yet another limb of the 8 Limbs of Yoga. She moves on to dhyana or meditation.She shares suggestions on how to start a successful mediation practice.She also shares the many benefits of a consistent meditation practice. If you have fallen in love with the realness of The Yogic Home Podcast, be sure to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts.Get in touch with Suzanne over on Facebook or Instagram, @Feelings Fitness Family
2022-05-0608 minFeelings Fitness Podcast64. Using Pranayama to find Peace of MindSend a textOn this episode, Suzanne shares how pranayama(yogic breathing) can help you find peace of mind.She shares three different techniques to try. She also encourages you to learn them BEFORE you need them.If you have fallen in love with the realness of The Yogic Home Podcast, be sure to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts.Get in touch with Suzanne over on Facebook or Instagram, @Feelings Fitness FamilyYou can also send an email to, suzanne@feelingsfitness.com
2022-04-2908 minFeelings Fitness Podcast63. Energetically Aligned HomeSend a textIn this short, but sweet episode, Suzanne begins the discussion about creating an energetically aligned home. She briefly recaps Q1(January-March). It has been all focused on working on the HOME space. Saying goodbye to what no longer serves you and hello to high-energy items.She shares a quote from Baron Baptiste's book Perfectly Imperfect that ties the idea of "home" together with the yoga practice. If you have fallen in love with the realness of The Yogic Home Podcast, be sure to rate and review it on Ap...
2022-03-3106 minFeelings Fitness Podcast62. High Energy ItemsSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses 3 ways to energize your home.She chooses three examples of things that you can ADD into your home to up its energy!If you have fallen in love with the realness of The Yogic Home Podcast, be sure to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts.Get in touch with Suzanne over on Facebook or Instagram, @Feelings Fitness FamilyYou can also send an email to, suzanne@feelingsfitness.com
2022-03-1809 minFeelings Fitness Podcast61. Clean the AirSend a textOn this episode, Suzanne discusses a few different ways to clean the air in your home.She also shares how cleaning the air connects to yoga.Finally because teaching kids is her zone of genius, she includes how the concept of clean air connects to kids and yoga!If you have fallen in love with the realness of The Yogic Home Podcast, be sure to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts.Get in touch with Suzanne over on Facebook or Instagram, @Feelings Fitness Family
2022-02-2212 minFeelings Fitness Podcast60. DeJunk January...continued!Send a textOn this episode of The Yogic Home, Suzanne continues the discussion about dejunking the home as a way of FEELING more...at home!She points out a few more high clutter zones and offers some tips on how to tackle them.She includes some nuggets of knowledge from the one and only Marie Kondo. Marie's nuggets never disappoint.Listen in to find out how you can create a home that FEELS ORGANIZED and ENERGIZED.If you have fallen in love with the realness of The Yogic...
2022-02-1116 minFeelings Fitness Podcast59. DeJunk January - The Yogic Home Way!Send a textIn this episode Suzanne introduces The Yogic Home way of dejunking/clearing clutter!It's all about organizing and energizing.If you have fallen in love with the realness of The Yogic Home Podcast, be sure to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts.Get in touch with Suzanne over on Facebook or Instagram, @Feelings Fitness FamilyYou can also send an email to, suzanne@feelingsfitness.com
2022-01-2812 minFeelings Fitness Podcast58. 2021: Book ReviewSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne shares eight of her favorite books that she read in 2021. These books are not necessarily new to 2021, but new to SuzanneShe shares a few quotes from each book and challenges you to reflect upon each.The challenge that she proposes is for you to listen to the quotes from each book, to pause the podcast after each, reflect upon the quotes, and then write down your thoughts and feelings.These books moved the needle in Suzanne's life during the 2021 calendar year a...
2021-12-3122 minFeelings Fitness Podcast57. Tangible Yoga ToolkitSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne creates a Tangible Yoga Toolkit.She shares 8 ways to use yoga to get through tricky times.She relates each of the tools to the chakra system.You'll walk away from this episode with truly tangible tools that are super simple to infuse into every day life...not just the holiday season.If you have fallen in love with the realness of The Yogic Home Podcast, be sure to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts.Get in touch with Suzanne...
2021-11-3014 minFeelings Fitness Podcast56. Small talk about the fall season and using your breathSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses the fall season and the power of breath work.The fall season is filled with so much beauty, but all to often, people tend to fear the looming winter season. Suzanne reminds you to be mindful and embrace the beauty that is in front of you. Stay in the present moment and enjoy it.She shares some fun activities for fall such as checking out the local pumpkin patches in your area. The pumpkin patches that she heads to in her area are Kregel's, Windmill...
2021-10-2909 minFeelings Fitness Podcast55. Organized and Energized HappinessSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses ways to FEEL more ORGANIZED and how that can help you FEEL more ENERGIZED.She also discusses how this organized and energized status can lead to genuine HAPPINESS.She reminds you that HAPPINESS in the Feelings Fitness(previous podcast title) Model is about FRIENDS and FAMILY. The reason is that humans are hardwired for love and belonging. Love and belonging comes through genuine connections with friends and family. The feeling of love and belonging leads to happiness/joy! So...Want to FEEL happier...
2021-09-3012 minFeelings Fitness Podcast54. 13 Ways to FEEL EnergizedSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses 13 ways to FEEL more energized.She admits that she doesn't always FEEL energized and certainly needs to tap into this tool kit often.She adds a bit of whimsy to the list by including the idea of "dress for success." Sometimes the energy of the items we wear can effect our physical energy.Listen in to hear ALL 13 ideas.Always more tips & tricks on how to stay organized and energized at home can be found over at Feelings Fitness Family on I...
2021-08-3116 minFeelings Fitness Podcast53. How to start creating a YOGIC HOMESend a textIn this episode, Suzanne continues to shift from The Feelings Fitness Podcast to The Yogic Home Podcast.She gets really real about the fact that she is in the messy middle stages of creating her own yogic home that feels organized and energized. She is sharing her journey in hopes that you too will create a yogic home of your own.She starts with some super simple strategies and in the weeks to come she will be layering upon those strategies.It's time to get ORGANIZED and FEEL...
2021-07-3114 minFeelings Fitness Podcast52. The Yogic Home TeaserSend a textThis is a short, but sweet episode to introduce The Yogic Home, formerly known as, Feelings Fitness Podcast.Suzanne discusses the reason for the name change and what you can expect from the episodes moving forward. Don't fret, you can still listen to all of the previous episodes as well. They aren't going anywhere.This new journey will still be heavily steeped in emotional well-being, but will now focus more on organizing and energizing life at home for families.She'll welcome you into her home and share behind...
2021-06-2704 minFeelings Fitness Podcast51. 8 Great Books for the Curious YogiSend a textIn this episode Suzanne discusses EIGHT yoga related books that she finds to be GREAT.The list includes books breaking down the depth of the yoga practice, a little bit of history, and something for the kids too.Listen in to find out which books she believes to be GREAT for the CURIOUS YOGI.If you loved the episode, please be sure to rate & review the podcast over on iTunes.It's quick, easy, & really helps get the podcast in front of more people who can benefit f...
2021-05-2826 minFeelings Fitness Podcast50. YOGA tools for weathering an EMOTIONAL stormSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses several TOOLS for weathering an EMOTIONAL storm!If you loved the episode, please be sure to rate & review the podcast over on iTunes.It's quick, easy, & really helps get the podcast in front of more people who can benefit from a little YOGA & MINDFULNESS in their life!Join us on the Feelings Fitness Facebook or Instagram page if you want even more conversation around the topic of YOGA & MINDFULNESS.Also, if you want to be notified when each new episode airs, g...
2021-04-3011 minFeelings Fitness Podcast49. Using YOGA for Self-care!Send a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses how the Sanskrit word SAUCHA(cleanliness or purity), can be applied to every day life for quality SELF-CARE.She explains how it can be applied to mind, body, spirit, and physical surroundings.She refers back to a few recent episodes, Food for Feelings & Fuel https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/669976/8008791-food-for-feelings-fuel.mp3?blob_id=35920718&download=trueDe-Junk January.https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/669976/7517485-de-junk-january.mp3?blob_id=33033865&download=true(Minor EDIT)She also refers back to...
2021-03-2610 minFeelings Fitness Podcast48. Food for FEELINGS & FuelSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses how certain foods fuel the body and help with uplifting the mood as well. She shares a list of foods that help balance feelings as well as a list of foods that help fuel the body.She discusses the "Clean Fifteen" and the "Dirty Dozen" when choosing whole, real foods to eat.She introduces the idea of the Ayurvedic Diet and points you to quiz to take in order to find out your Dosha.She also includes some ideas on what t...
2021-02-2619 minFeelings Fitness Podcast47. De-JUNK January!Send a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses how to "lighten the load, lift the mood" at home.She explains how De-JUNK January relates to YOGA & MINDFULNESS.She shares the idea of using the counseling concept of "reframing" to get yourself in the MOOD to tackle a TOUGH task!This episode will help you establish a FRESH home in order to make the most of the year ahead!If you loved the episode, please be sure to rate & review the podcast over on iTunes.It's quick, easy, & rea...
2021-01-2912 minFeelings Fitness Podcast46. Season 2 Finale!Send a textIn this episode, Suzanne concludes Season 2 of the Feelings Fitness Podcast.She teases about the FRESH new look & name that will be dropping SPRING 2021.2020 was not easy. 2021 needs to FEEL different!She offers some ideas on how to map out a plan for a wonderful & successful 2021.If you loved the episode, please be sure to rate & review the podcast over on iTunes.It's quick, easy, & really helps get the podcast in front of more people who can benefit from a little YOGA & MINDFULNESS in their l...
2020-12-2910 minFeelings Fitness Podcast45. The 2020 HAPPINESS EditionSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne recaps HAPPINESS in 2020.A KEY to HAPPINESS is CONNECTION.CONNECTING with others was extremely challenging in 2020.But, it was NOT impossible.If you loved the episode, please be sure to rate & review the podcast over on iTunes.It's quick, easy, & really helps get the podcast in front of more people who can benefit from a little YOGA & MINDFULNESS in their life!Join us on the Feelings Fitness Facebook or Instagram page if you want even more conversation around the topic of YOGA & MINDFULNESS.Als...
2020-12-2210 minFeelings Fitness Podcast44. 2020 - The HEALTH EditionSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses HEALTH in 2020.She presents the question, did you let 2020 get you down or did you rise to the occasion?She shares some of her 2020 wins and also how she and her family handle the tough stuff.She wants you to set yourself up for success in 2021 and shares ways that she can help!If you loved the episode, please be sure to rate & review the podcast over on iTunes.It's quick, easy, & really helps get the podcast in front of more people who can...
2020-12-1511 minFeelings Fitness Podcast43. The 2020 HOME EditionSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne chats about 2020 HOME life. She discusses how the world has been weathering the same storm, but definitely in different boats.She shares what her home life looked like and some silver linings too.If you loved the episode, please be sure to rate & review the podcast over on iTunes.It's quick, easy, & really helps get the podcast in front of more people who can benefit from a little YOGA & MINDFULNESS in their life!Join us on the Feelings Fitness Facebook o...
2020-12-0823 minFeelings Fitness Podcast42. Yoga - SavasanaSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne concludes the simple yoga sequence that has been layered upon for the last few weeks. It started with a guided meditation and breath work, followed by a seated sequence, then a hands and knees sequence, a standing sequence, and finally savasana this week.Suzanne also drops hints about rebranding the podcast. A new name will be revealed in January. It will still have similar content, just a little more formatted and concise!If you loved the episode, please be sure to rate & review the p...
2020-12-0112 minFeelings Fitness Podcast41. Yoga - Sun SalutationSend a textSimply wishing a Happy Thanksgiving to those who will be celebrating this week. Simply sharing a sun salutation to warm the mind, body, and soul!If you loved the episode, please be sure to rate & review the podcast over on iTunes.It's quick, easy, & really helps get the podcast in front of more people who can benefit from a little YOGA & MINDFULNESS in their life!Join us on the Feelings Fitness Facebook or Instagram page if you want even more conversation around the topic of YOGA & MI...
2020-11-2408 minFeelings Fitness Podcast40. Yoga - Hands & KneesSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne offers a simple hands & knees sequence.Season 2 of the Feelings Fitness Podcast is taking listeners from "What is YOGA?" to "YOGA everyday!" At this point in the season, listeners have created a space in their HOME to practice, chosen necessary props, and have begun to tackle a simple, beginners sequence. This week, the sequence has arrived on hands & knees. Each segment can be done separately, but, if you haven't already, consider going back to episode 5 where the journey really begins.If you lo...
2020-11-1711 minFeelings Fitness Podcast39. Yoga - Seated SequenceSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne shares a simple seated yoga sequence to release tension in the body.By releasing tension in the body, tension is also released in the mind.With a multitude of life stresses taking place all the time, even just a few minutes of yoga can help calm the mind & body.If you loved the episode, please be sure to rate & review the podcast over on iTunes.It's quick, easy, & really helps get the podcast in front of more people who can benefit from...
2020-11-1012 minFeelings Fitness Podcast38. Yoga - Guided MeditationSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses the meaning of stress and what can be done to keep it at bay.She offers you a guided meditation for stress relief.She encourages you to use the meditation station that you created earlier this season.If you loved the episode, please be sure to rate & review the podcast over on iTunes.It's quick, easy, & really helps get the podcast in front of more people who can benefit from a little YOGA & MINDFULNESS in their life!Join us...
2020-11-0308 minFeelings Fitness Podcast37. Yoga & Breathing TechniquesSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses two breathing techniques, ujjayi(ocean breath) and nadi shodhana (alternate nostril breathing).She clarifies the reverse breathing vs. yogic breathing.She defines the word yoga and relates it to FEELING UNITED on the HOME front.She encourages listeners to weave yoga into every day!If you loved the episode, please be sure to rate & review the podcast over on iTunes.It's quick, easy, & really helps get the podcast in front of more people who can benefit from a little YOGA...
2020-10-2712 minFeelings Fitness Podcast36. Yoga & Breath WorkSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses how using the breath is a key survival skill that yoga teaches.She recaps the last few weeks that show simple steps to committing to a consistent yoga practice.She mentioned setting up a meditation station, rolling out the yoga mat with props along side, and finding ways to be mentally flexible.She explains how the Feelings Fitness Podcast strives to share useful information about yoga, helping you decide whether or not practicing yoga is for you.If you loved the...
2020-10-2008 minFeelings Fitness Podcast35. Yoga & FlexibilitySend a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses ideas about how to stay mentally flexible when it comes to a yoga & meditation practice.She highlights some of the helpful props that were discussed in last week's episode.She also highlights a little bit of yoga history and how it was not always about the physical practice.She shares a little of the back story on how she became hooked on yoga and why you too can benefit from a consistent yoga practice.If you loved the episode, please be...
2020-10-1309 minFeelings Fitness Podcast34. Yoga & Meditation PropsSend a textIn this episode Suzanne discusses props that can be helpful in a yoga practice.She also recaps last week's episode discussing items that could be included in a meditation station.She includes a few key reasons why you should consider starting a home yoga practice.If you loved the episode, please be sure to rate & review the podcast over on iTunes.It's quick, easy, & really helps get the podcast in front of more people who can benefit from a little YOGA & MINDFULNESS in their life!
2020-10-0610 minFeelings Fitness Podcast33. The Functional HOME Front.Send a textIn this episode, Suzanne maps out some ideas on how to create a functional HOME front.She discusses ways of adding yoga and mindfulness onto the scene at home.She recaps a few of the key ideas from the Fall Fresh Start series that focused on home, health, and happiness.She shares a story about how she became immersed in yoga and how it has helped her develop her own functional home front especially when it comes to parenting.She also shows you how to take...
2020-09-2919 minFeelings Fitness Podcast32. Freshen up HOME, HEALTH, and HAPPINESS(a crash course)!Send a textIn this episode Suzanne does a "crash" course on the three previous episodes:7 Ways to Freshen Up Your HOME.7 Ways to Freshen Up Your HEALTH.7 Ways to Freshen Up Your HAPPINESS.She boils those episodes down to the basics so that you can FEEL successful FRESHENING up your HOME, HEALTH, and HAPPINESS this FALL without FEELING overwhelmed.You can also check out the episodes from Season 1:Fall Fresh Start - HOMEFall Fresh Start - HEALTHFall Fresh Start - HAPPINESS
2020-09-2211 minFeelings Fitness Podcast31. 7 Ways to FRESHEN up your HAPPINESSSend a textIn this episode Suzanne rounds out the FALL FRESH START series with 7 Ways to FRESHEN up your HAPPINESS.HAPPINESS comes through connection. Connection with family. Connection with friends. Connection with those who mean the most to you.With the way of the world today, in-person connections are somewhat limited. Quality connections can be just as meaningful via various technology options.Stay connected, FEEL happier!If you loved the episode, please be sure to rate & review the podcast over on iTunes.It's quick, easy, & really...
2020-09-1511 minFeelings Fitness Podcast30. 7 Ways to FRESHEN up your HEALTHSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses seven ways to freshen up your HEALTH in preparation for the upcoming fall season. She believes in prepping now so you can get out and enjoy the beauty that the fall season has to offer when it arrives on September 22nd(in the midwest region).This list is simply a jumping off point in an effort to get your health FEELING fresh prior to the START of the FALL season.If you loved the episode, please be sure to rate & review the podcast o...
2020-09-0815 minFeelings Fitness Podcast29. 7 Ways to FRESHEN up the HOMESend a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses seven ways to freshen up the home in preparation for the upcoming fall season. She believes in tasking now so you can get out and enjoy the beauty that the fall season has to offer when it arrives on September 22nd(in the midwest region).This list is simply a jumping off point in an effort to get the home FEELING fresh prior to the START of the FALL season.If you loved the episode, please be sure to rate & review the podcast o...
2020-09-0113 minFeelings Fitness Podcast28. Fall Fresh Start 2020 PreviewSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne previews FALL FRESH START 2020.She gets real about how FALL FRESH START was almost of no-go this year because of the current global pandemic.She reviews the HOME, HEALTH, and HAPPINESS format.If you loved the episode & you are excited to listen in when Season Two begins on September 1st, please be sure to rate & review the podcast over on iTunes.It's quick, easy, & really helps get the podcast in front of more people who can benefit from a little YOGA & MINDFULNESS...
2020-08-2509 minFeelings Fitness Podcast27. Trailer. Season 2 Preview Round 2.Send a textIn this episode, Suzanne gives a little more insight into what Season 2 of the Feelings Fitness Podcast has in store for you.She gives a little more teaser information about the upcoming FALL FRESH START challenge. This challenge is designed to get you out enjoying the FALL SEASON when it arrives(no matter what neck of the woods you are in).She also highlights the main focus of the podcast, YOGA & MINDFULNESS. In Season 2, she'll guide you through incorporating yoga & mindfulness into your home...even with a FAMILY to contend...
2020-08-1806 minFeelings Fitness Podcast26. Trailer. Recap Season 1. Preview Season 2.Send a textGet pumped! Season Two of the Feelings Fitness Podcast is about to drop!Listen in on this episode to hear the RECAP of SEASON ONE. You'll also get a PREVIEW of what SEASON TWO has in store for you.SEASON TWO we'll be kicking things off with a FALL FRESH START challenge. Then we'll be working on creating a YOGA practice at HOME.Be sure to join me on the Feelings Fitness Facebook page. Follow along on Instagram. Get on the email list over at www...
2020-08-1109 minFeelings Fitness Podcast25. Season One FinaleSend a textSuzanne wraps up season one of the Feelings Fitness Podcast.Six months and twenty-four episodes worth of content FEELS like a good place to hit the pause button on podcast production.She plans to be back on the air in the fall with an updated version of FALL FRESH START.Be sure to get on the mailing list for even more Feelings Fitness goodness. Just put "opt-in" in the subject line of an email sent to suzanne@feelingsfitness.com Did you enjoy this episode? Do you w...
2020-04-0704 minFeelings Fitness Podcast24. Just BREATHE!Send a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses her Top Five Favorite Breath Techniques.Ujjayi Breath - also known as ocean breath or victorious breath.Nadi Shodhana - alternate nostril breathing.7-11 - (7) counts on the inhale. (11) counts on the exhale.Box Breath - (4) counts inhale. (4) counts hold. (4) counts exhale. (4) counts hold.Kapalabhati - also known as breath of fire or shining skull.Science backs the benefits of breath work, so Suzanne highly recommends using it on the mat as well as off the mat. It is a powerful tool that travels with you wherever...
2020-03-3117 minFeelings Fitness Podcast23. Emotions. NAME it to TAME it.Send a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses a few more emotions. This week she looks at the difference between shame & guilt, as well as the difference between happiness & joy. She borrows some wisdom from, you guessed it, Brené Brown to help clarify the differences.Along with the discussion of these four emotions, Suzanne creates a list of ways to get through tough times. Currently the coronavirus, also known as, COVID-19, is causing chaos around the globe. Everyone is being tasked with "social distancing" which is not easy for humans who are wired for connection.
2020-03-2413 minFeelings Fitness Podcast22. Beyond Basic Emotions. CONTENTMENT.Send a textIn this short, but sweet episode, Suzanne revisits the emotional state of contentment that was briefly touched upon in episode #20.She reminds listeners that the Sanskrit word, santosha, literally means contentment. Santosha is one of the Niyamas which is a branch of the Eight Limbs of Yoga.She invites listeners to consider seeking santosha as opposed to simply searching for happiness. Happiness is fleeting, contentment can create a more consistent feeling of calm.She shares a glimpse into her personal journey in seeking santosha. Her journey began with...
2020-03-1706 minFeelings Fitness Podcast21. Six Basic Emotions. DISGUST and so much more!Send a textIn this episode Suzanne continues exploring the Six Basic Emotions. Be sure to go back to previous episodes to find out about the first five...sadness, happiness, fear, surprise, and anger.This week focuses on the emotional state of DISGUST. She uses examples from the Pixar movie Inside Out to show concrete examples of disgust.She explains that these SIX emotions originated from the work of Paul Ekman. He did eventually add several other emotions to the list(not necessarily identifiable via facial expressions though)...amusement...
2020-03-1012 minFeelings Fitness Podcast20. Six Basic Emotions. Don't drink the poison. ANGER.Send a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses the emotional state of anger. She offers tips on how to tackle it along with some of her own personal experiences.She pulls insight from an article titled, The Lifespan of An Emotion, found on https://www.livingthemess.com/the-lifespan-of-an-emotion/ to reveal that emotions only really last 90 seconds. This scientific finding opens up the question, so then why do some emotions seem to linger on forever? Listen in on the podcast to hear Suzanne's analysis of this question.As always, Suzanne encourages using yoga, mindfulness...
2020-03-0313 minFeelings Fitness Podcast19. Six Basic Emotions. SURPRISE!Send a textIn this episode Suzanne continues the discussion about the Six Basic Emotions. This week she unpacks the emotional state of SURPRISE.She discusses that SURPRISE can be two-fold. It can be both bad or good. It can be an incident that scares you or an experience that brings you great happiness.Harnessing SURPRISE, both bad and good:Mindfulness: non-judgement, non-attachementBreathing: awareness of the breath in various emotional states-Yoga: sun salutation to relieve tension in the body mantra meditation to relax the mindSuzanne shares a few of her ow...
2020-02-2510 minFeelings Fitness Podcast18. Six Basic Emotions. Lean into FEAR.Send a textIn this episode Suzanne discusses the touchy topic of fear. She shares some of her personal experiences with fear and how she has not allowed them to stand in the way of her success.She begins by pointing out that avoiding fear can often times make it worse. We are better off leaning into our fears as opposed to running away from them.She discusses her current motivating factor for addressing her fears...the fear of passing fearful feelings along to her kids.By seeing fear through a...
2020-02-1811 minFeelings Fitness Podcast17. Six Basic Emotions. The pursuit of HAPPINESS.Send a textIn this episode Suzanne continues to discuss the six basic human emotions. Sadness, happiness, fear, anger, disgust & surprise. This week the focus is on the emotional state of happiness.She addresses the idea that everyone would prefer to kick sadness to the curb, but would welcome happiness to stay forever. But, the reality is every emotion ebbs and flows. In order to truly be happy you need to get comfortable with this concept.Mindfulness can help. Mindfulness is living in the present moment without judgment. Mindfulness can help you be...
2020-02-1114 minFeelings Fitness Podcast16. Six Basic Emotions. It's okay to NOT be okay. SADNESS.Send a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses the emotional state of sadness. It's okay to NOT be okay. But we must know how to deal with this feeling.This begins a six week series. Each week discussing one of the six basic human emotions: happiness, sadness, fear, surprise, disgust & anger.The Kobe Bryant, world renowned basketball legend, helicopter tragedy has created a lot of sadness for many people lately, so starting with the emotional state of sadness just felt right. When a tragedy like this occurs, even to so...
2020-01-3113 minFeelings Fitness Podcast15. Six Basic Emotions. Series Introduction.Send a textIn this episode, Suzanne sets the stage for a six week series focusing on six basic emotions; happiness, sadness, anger, fear, disgust & surprise. She seeks to squash the stigma of asking for help when it comes to maintaining emotional well-being.She wants everyone listening to know that it's healthy to FEEL. There are plenty of strategies to help DEAL with big feelings. Dealing with these feelings is truly how we HEAL.She recommends the Feelings Fitness Formula, yoga + mindfulness
2020-01-2812 minFeelings Fitness Podcast14. 2020 Vision using the Feelings Fitness FormulaSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne dives into her vision for 2020 and how the Feelings Fitness Formula is helping her do so.Yoga -Asanas or poses-Pranayama or breath work-8 limbs of yoga as a roadmap to living a yogic lifestyle+ Mindfulness -Home-Health-Happiness= Emotional well-being-Being resourceful when it comes to emotional well-being-Training the brain to be stronger than the feelingsShe shares examples of her own families highs & lows in order to show how the Fe...
2020-01-2118 minFeelings Fitness Podcast13. It's NOT the critic who counts!Send a textIn this episode Suzanne discusses why you should NOT let your critics get the best of you.She shares a personal experience of being criticized and how she conquered that awful feeling of "not good enough."She also shares her favorite quote that always puts being criticized into perspective.Did you enjoy this episode? Do you want more? Be sure to subscribe & leave a review on iTunes or Spotify.Want more details about this episode? Head over to the website, www.feelingsfitness.com. Want m...
2020-01-1406 minFeelings Fitness Podcast12. Set an Intention for the New Year!Send a textIn this episode, Suzanne explains why she chooses to set an intention rather than a resolution for the new year.Resolutions tend to feel so negative. They tend to be that shaming voice inside our head telling us that we aren't good enough.Intentions feel more positive and uplifting. They seem to lend themselves towards goal setting.Suzanne discusses her intention to "train her brain to be stronger than her feelings," and she invites you to do the same.By using tools such as yogic breathing...
2020-01-0713 minFeelings Fitness Podcast11. 2019: Book ReviewSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne shares her favorite books from 2019. She explains how one positive book leads to another and how this can have such a positive impact on life goals.Although her full book list is long, she chooses excerpts and quotes from her top five to share.Top 5 List:Girl, Stop Apologizing by Rachel HollisHigh Performance Habits by Brendon BurchardThe One Thing by Gary Keller and Jay PapasanEverything Is Figureoutable by Marie ForleoRaising Good Humans by Hunter Clarke-Fields...
2019-12-3110 minFeelings Fitness Podcast10. Just BE!Send a textIn this episode Suzanne gives suggestions on how to "Just BE" during the holiday season.She drops a whole bunch of "BE" bombs...Be present.Be patient.Be prepared.Be intentional.Be flexible.Be willing to see other points of view.Be kind.Be generous.Be gentle.Be understanding.Be conscious of time.Be traditional.Be forgiving.Be grateful.Be graceful.Be faithful to your beliefs.Be a big kid.But, be on...
2019-12-2409 minFeelings Fitness Podcast9. How the Grinch FOUND YOGA!Send a textListen in as Suzanne reads the story, How the Grinch FOUND YOGA!(https://www.elephantjournal.com/2014/11/how-the-grinch-found-yoga/)Enjoy!
2019-12-2302 minFeelings Fitness Podcast8. Fall Fresh Start - HAPPINESSSend a textIn this episode Suzanne discusses the Fall Fresh Start series. This is part three, HAPPINESS. HAPPINESS is being intentional about friends and family. It’s about creating connections. “We are hardwired to connect with others it’s what gives purpose and meaning to our lives and without it there is suffering.” -Brene BrownThe 7-part HAPPINESS series:Family MeetingsBig Life Journal templateFamily "Fun"ctionMaking every day activities, like packing lunches, funFamily Dinners Studies have shown benefitsFamily TraditionsHave different traditions with different people: kids, significant other, friends, etc.Family FunG...
2019-12-1728 minFeelings Fitness Podcast7. Fall Fresh Start - HEALTHSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses mindful strategies to stay healthy this fall season. Last week she focused on the HOME, this week she focuses on HEALTH and next week will be dedicated to HAPPINESS.If you are a visual person, check out the Feelings Fitness Facebook and/or Instagram page to see a picture of the seven HEALTH categories for the week.Below are a few highlights & resources for each category.Plan 4 Productivity:"If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail." - Benjamin FranklinBo...
2019-12-1025 minFeelings Fitness Podcast6. Fall Fresh Start - HOMESend a textIn this episode, Suzanne revisits one of her favorite strategies, Fall Fresh Start. It's a MINDFUL way to freshen up your HOME, HEALTH, and HAPPINESS.Don't wait until the new year to create a new MINDSET. Use the FALL season to START FRESH. New season. New school year. New you.Part One. HOME.“Outer Order, Inner Calm” by Gretchen Rubin has lots of FRESH HOME ideas...-Abandon a project-Toss unnecessary papers-Do you need more than one: paper clips, rubber bands, crayons...
2019-12-0317 minFeelings Fitness Podcast5. Feelings Fitness Formula - Emotional well-beingSend a textIn this episode Suzanne shares the final piece of the Feeling Fitness Formula, emotional well-being. She explains the meaning and how yoga and mindfulness can be the tools to create it.So, what is emotional well-being? It doesn’t mean you are happy all the time. It simply means that you are aware of your emotions and you know how to manage negative feelings. Decreased emotional well-being can be the culprit of stress, depression, and anxiety. It can also lead to digestive disturbances, sleep disturbances, and a general lack of ene...
2019-11-2617 minFeelings Fitness Podcast4. Feelings Fitness Formula - MindfulnessSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses mindfulness and meditation. She includes some history and a touch of her personal journey with the practice. If you think mindfulness and/or meditation aren't for you? Listen in. You just might change your mind.This is part two of a three part series breaking down the Feelings Fitness Formula. Yoga + Mindfulness = Emotional Well-Being. This episode is all about mindfulness with a brief introduction to meditation and breath work too.You will walk away from this episode with a better understanding of the difference between...
2019-11-1423 minFeelings Fitness Podcast3. Feelings Fitness Formula - YogaSend a textIn this episode, Suzanne discusses YOGA. She includes some history and a touch of her personal journey with the practice. This will be the first episode of a three part mini-series. It breaks down the Feelings Fitness Formula, Yoga + Mindfulness = Emotional Well-Being.Suzanne, briefly, answers the question what IS yoga and what yoga is NOT. With many misconceptions about practicing yoga and living a yogic lifestyle it warrants breaking down some history of its origin. With so many wonderful benefits to the yoga practice, it would be a sh...
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The Proffitt PodcastPodcast Coaching Call with Suzanne BazarkoSend Krystal a Text Message.Many people have asked me, "What are podcast coaching calls like? What's involved? How do they work?" Well, wonder no more, my friends!Today, you're getting a peek into a recent conversation I had with a Proffitt Podcasting student who recently launched her podcast and is well on her podcast journey.We talked about struggles she's faced, challenges that all new podcasters can relate to, as well as how to face some of those big podcast decisions head-on. So join me and Suzanne Bazarko...
2019-11-1229 minFeelings Fitness Podcast2. Feelings Fitness. The Introduction.Send a textWelcome to the Feelings Fitness Podcast! In this episode your host, Suzanne Bazarko, will be sharing the back story of the Feelings Fitness Podcast. She will share her journey of using yoga and mindfulness to establish emotional well-being.What started as a teaching career in an elementary school classroom & then working as a school counselor, has evolved into a podcast speaking to kids and families about the benefits of a consistent yoga and mindfulness practice. So, how in the world did that shift transpire?Well, the stress and overwhelm of...
2019-11-0515 minFeelings Fitness Podcast1. Season 1 TrailerSend a textIn this episode you will be introduced to the Feelings Fitness Podcast, the Feelings Fitness Formula and the host Suzanne Bazarko. You will learn tangible ways to calmly conquer the seasons of life by using yoga and mindfulness practices.Suzanne Bazarko is a registered yoga teacher, licensed professional counselor, certified mindfulness practitioner and a mom of two. She has used yoga and mindfulness to create a peaceful home environment for her family and she shares the details with you.
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