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Achieve Intentional Transformation with Dr Leonie H MattisonEpisode 7: HARVEST WISDOM - How to Gather Lesons From Disruption Before You Move ForwardStep 2: How to Harvest Wisdom From Disruption Before You Move Forward
What if the season that feels stuck is trying to teach you something essential?
In this episode of the Achieve Intentional Transformation Podcast, Dr. Leonie H. Mattison explores Harvest Wisdom, the second stitch of the T.H.R.E.A.D. System™. This conversation is for leaders navigating disruption that hasn’t resolved when plans shift, clarity fades, and moving forward feels uncertain.
Rather than rushing to recover or escape discomfort, this episode invites you to pause and retrieve the wisdom embedded in disruption itself...
2026-01-1435 min
Achieve Intentional Transformation with Dr Leonie H MattisonEpisode 4: Rising Stronger in Hard SeasonsAre you carrying the weight of a hard season? Wondering why life has tested you so fiercely, or how to rise when you feel cracked open by adversity? In this grounding episode of Achieve Intentional Transformation, Dr. Leonie Mattison reveals how the hardest moments of our lives can become the blueprint for rising stronger, wiser, and more whole.
Through honest storytelling, deep reflection, and practical leadership wisdom, Dr. Mattison explores:
🌧️ Why adversity breaks us open and why that breaking can be the beginning of rebuilding.
💡 How resilience is formed quietly, through ordinary moments of courage...
2025-11-2929 min
Achieve Intentional Transformation with Dr Leonie H MattisonEpisode 3: The Other Side of RejectionThis season has been heavy for so many of us navigating grief, layoffs, breakups, public humiliations, and quiet endings no one really sees. In this tender, truth-telling episode, Dr. Leonie H. Mattison invites you to see rejection through a different lens: not as proof that you weren’t enough, but as a fierce kind of protection over your soul, your destiny, and your design.
Drawing on her research in textiles and tapestry weaving, Dr. Lee reframes rejection as what happens when the Master Weaver refuses to force your life into patterns that cannot hold your truth. From th...
2025-11-2843 min
Achieve Intentional Transformation with Dr Leonie H MattisonEpisode 1: Introducing The T.H.R.E.A.D System For Leading Through ChangeIf you’re leading in a season where everything feels like “too much”, whether that’s a reorg, funding cliff, culture crisis, or a quiet personal unraveling behind your professional composure, this conversation is for you.
In this debut episode of the Achieve Intentional Transformation Podcast, Dr. Leonie H. Mattison, organizational development practitioner and creator of The T.H.R.E.A.D. System™, invites you to pause and name the disruption you’re navigating. Drawing on her Jamaican grandmother’s quilting table, her own journey through trauma, single motherhood, a near-death stroke, and years of autoethnographic research (stud...
2025-11-2454 min
Achieve Intentional Transformation with Dr Leonie H MattisonMeet Dr. Leonie H MattisonDr. Leonie H. Mattison introduces the Achieve Intentional Transformation podcast, sharing her journey from Jamaica to leadership in education, health, and organizational change, and the inspiration of her grandmother's quilting. She explains the Thread system—a six-practice framework for thinking deeply, harvesting wisdom, releasing limits, expanding allies, adopting change with clarity, and designing daily wholeness.
The episode outlines the show's purpose: to create a space for truth, inner work, and practical practices for leaders and everyday people navigating transitions, burnout, and reinvention. Listeners are invited to share their "threads" and join a community focused on building resilient, in...
2025-11-2108 min
unPACKedEp 30: Littermates & Individuality (Brittany, Dax & King)This episode is sponsored by Pupford. You can shop the low-calorie Pupford treat collection here and 100% of the commission from your purchase will go to Dogs Anonymous, a non-profit helping pups and people who need it the most.
Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
In this episode, Brittany joins us to unpack what it really means to “get...
2025-11-0658 min
unPACKedEp 29: unPACKing Mattison SimpsonThis episode is sponsored by Pupford. You can shop the low-calorie Pupford treat collection here and 100% of the commission from your purchase will go to Dogs Anonymous, a non-profit helping pups and people who need it the most.
Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
This is a special two-part event where Jerri and Mattison are digging deep in...
2025-10-0238 min
unPACKedEp 28: unPACKing Jerri ScherffThis episode is sponsored by Pupford. You can shop the low-calorie Pupford treat collection here and 100% of the commission from your purchase will go to Dogs Anonymous, a non-profit helping pups and people who need it the most.Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training. This is a special two-part event where Jerri and Mattison are digging deep into questions about their personal...
2025-09-0443 min
Ethics and Culture CastEpisode 86: Bill MattisonBill Mattison is the Wilsey Professor of Theology at Notre Dame and author of Growing in Virtue: Aquinas on Habit.Special Guest: Bill Mattison.Links:William C. Mattison III's faculty pageGrowing in Virtue: Aquinas on Habit — Growing in Virtue is the only comprehensive account of growth in virtue in the thought of Thomas Aquinas. Mattison offers a robust account of habits, including what habits are, why they are needed, and what they supply once possessed.Follow Me: Walking with Jesus through the Gospels — Follow Me: Walking with Jesus through the Gospel serves as an invi...
2025-08-1434 min
unPACKedEp 27: unPACKing The Open Minded ApproachWelcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
This is a special episode where Jerri and Mattison dive deep into The Open Minded Approach, which drives everything they do as trainers and teachers.
To apply for next season, see photos of the dogs featured in this episode, or read full episode transcripts, visit us at www.unpacked.stream and co...
2025-08-0750 min
unPACKedEp 26: Training Touchbase (Trigger Stacking in the City)Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
This episode is a Training Touchbase with the trainer who donated 4 weeks of daily training to one of our guests.
In this episode, we're digging into the 4 weeks of training that Ruth and Corn completed with Mattison. Listen into the big revelations and shifts that occurred during the training program, and hea...
2025-07-0329 min
Dog Training BytesEp 37: Daphne Mendoza-Tervanis (A Dog Trainer Life)Episode 37: Daphne Mendoza-Tervanis (A Dog Trainer Life)
Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
Today’s guest is Daphne Mendoza-Tervanis, a dog behavior expert and founder of A Dog Trainer Life. Daphne’s journey into dog training is as inspiring as it is powerful—she immigrated to the U.S. from Mexico at age 10 and launched her own dog walking business in high school to pay her way through college. Since then, she’s worked at vario...
2025-06-2440 min
Dog Training BytesEp 36: Maddie Messina (Paws For Thought)Episode 36: Maddie Messina (Paws For Thought)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
Today’s guest is Maddie Messina, a certified applied animal behaviorist and the founder of Paws for Thought Dog Training. With over eight years of experience and a Master’s in Animal Beha...
2025-06-1026 min
unPACKedEp 25: Training Touchbase (Stuck in Management Mode)Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
This episode is a Training Touchbase with the trainer who donated 4 weeks of daily training to one of our guests.
In this episode, we're talking with Sofia of "Fada Dos Dogs" (Website, Instagram) about the process of working through Galaxy and Bounty's training plan with Emma real-time over several weeks of dai...
2025-06-0525 min
Dog Training BytesEp 35: Kirsten Matthews (The Canine Detective)Episode 35: Kirsten Matthews (The Canine Detective)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
Today’s guest is Kirsten Matthews, a certified dog trainer, canine life coach, and the founder of The Canine Detective. K specializes in helping stressed and overwhelmed dog guardians cu...
2025-05-2727 min
Dog Training BytesEp 34: Gwenyn Powers (Empowered Canine Solutions)Episode 34: Gwenyn Powers (Empowered Canine Solutions)
*Trigger Warning* In this episode, you’re going to hear about abusive training techniques.
Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Gwenyn Powers.
Gwenyn is the founder of Empowered Canine Solutions. With a background in public health and business, Gwenyn blends her expertise in behavior and One Health to make dog training more...
2025-05-1326 min
unPACKedEp 24: Training Touchbase (Stranger Danger)Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
This episode is a Training Touchbase with the trainer who donated 4 weeks of daily training to one of our guests.
In this episode, we're talking with Kirsten of The Canine Detective about the process of working through Stella's plan with Grace real-time over several weeks of daily virtual training.
To a...
2025-05-0132 min
Dog Training BytesEp 33: Robyn Anne (Paws & Flaws Dog Training)Episode 33: Robyn Anne (Paws & Flaws Dog Training)
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2025-04-2932 min
Dog Training BytesEp 32: Alex Dunn (Emmy’s Way Dog Training)Episode 32: Alex Dunn (Emmy’s Way Dog Training)
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2025-04-1525 min
unPACKedEp 23: Trigger Stacking in the City (Ruth & Corn)Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
In this episode, Ruth shares her journey with Corn, a reactive rescue navigating life in downtown Toronto. While they've made great progress, unpredictable triggers like off-leash dogs and strangers continue to challenge them.
We explore how environmental stress, trigger stacking, and nervous system regulation impact behavior—and how shifting from obedience to emotional sup...
2025-04-0332 min
Dog Training BytesEp 31: Jessica Williams (You Did What With Your Weiner)Episode 31: Jessica Williams (You Did What With Your Weiner)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Jessica Williams!
Jessica Williams is the founder of You Did What With Your Weiner and Pet Talk Medi...
2025-04-0130 min
Dog Training BytesEp 30: Gineva Bailey (Pup & Co Muskegon)Episode 30: Gineva Bailey (Pup & Co Muskegon)
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2025-03-1831 min
unPACKedEp 22: Stuck in Management Mode (Emma, Galaxy & Bounty)Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
In this episode, we sit down with Emma to discuss her two rescue dogs, Bounty and Galaxy, and their challenges with reactivity and fear. After relocating to Kuwait, Bounty’s triggers—bikers, cars, and strangers—have intensified, while Galaxy remains unpredictable in her confidence. Emma shares her struggles with training in a high-stimulation environment and managin...
2025-03-0630 min
Dog Training BytesEp 29: Jacqueline Benita Paul (Patty Pawsitive)Episode 29: Jacqueline Benita Paul (Patty Pawsitive)
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2025-03-0434 min
Dog Training BytesEp 28: Frozen Belton (Egghead Canine Education)Episode 28: Frozen Belton (Egghead Canine Education)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Frozen Belton!
Frozen Belton, founder of Egghead Canine Education, is a certified dog trainer (CDTK, CPDT-KA) with a lifelong passion for working with animals. While professionally training dog...
2025-02-1823 min
unPACKedEp 21: Stranger Danger (Grace & Stella)Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
In our first LIVE unPACKing of 2025, we're talking with Grace about her rescue dog Stella.
Stella came to Grace from a neglectful situation where she was crated with two other dogs. And although Stella has clear discomfort with the kennel, the most impactful behavior in Grace's life is Stella's intense stranger danger (both at...
2025-02-1328 min
unPACKedAnnouncement: New LIVE Unpacking EpisodesWelcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
We are beyond excited for the next evolution of unPACKed that will bring even more transparency to this project. This season, we are going to be doing LIVE unpacking episodes with our guests before they train with an intern. Don't worry, we'll still have follow-ups with the trainers and guests to hear how things have pro...
2025-02-0600 min
Dog Training BytesEp 27: Dominika Knossalla-Pado (Dog Meets Baby)Episode 27: Dominika Knossalla-Pado (Dog Meets Baby)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Dominika Knossalla-Pado!
Dominika Knossalla-Pado is the founder of Dog Meets Baby and a certified dog trainer (CT...
2025-02-0434 min
Dog Training BytesEp 26: Sharon Vincuilla (Holistic Dog Expert) Part 2Episode 26: Sharon Vincuilla (Holistic Dog Expert) Part 2
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, you’ll hear the rest of Mattison’s conversation with Sharon Vincuilla!
Sharon Vincuilla is the founder of Human Cani...
2025-01-2129 min
Dog Training BytesEp 25: Sharon Vincuilla (Holistic Dog Expert) Part 1Episode 25: Sharon Vincuilla (Holistic Dog Expert) Part 1
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, on the Season 3 Premier, Mattison is speaking with Sharon Vincuilla!
Sharon Vincuilla is the founder of Human Canine Coll...
2025-01-0727 min
unPACKedEp 20: unPACKing 2024 Part 2unPACKed Podcast Presents...
Life Change Survival Guide: How to keep your human life from derailing your dog
Learn the strategies you need to help prepare your dog for big life events like moving, a new baby, divorce, sudden loss, and so much more.
Purchase the replay at: www.unpacked.stream/seminar
Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog tr...
2025-01-0223 min
Dog Training BytesEp 24: Denise Fenzi (Fenzi Dog Sports Academy)Episode 24: Denise Fenzi (Fenzi Dog Sports Academy)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, on the Season 2 Finale, Mattison is speaking with Denise Fenzi!
Denise Fenzi (she/her) has titled dogs in obedience (AKC and UKC), tracking (AKC and schutzhund...
2024-12-1734 min
Dog Training BytesEp 23: Ashley Cipolletti (Co-Regulated K-9s)Episode 23: Ashley Cipolletti (Co-Regulated K-9s)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Ashley Cipolletti!
From Ashley:
I’ve worked in the mental health industry for over a decade prior to starting Co-Regulated K-9s, a company that...
2024-12-1026 min
unPACKedEp 19: unPACKing 2024 Part 1unPACKed Podcast Presents...
Life Change Survival Guide: How to keep your human life from derailing your dog
Learn the strategies you need to help prepare your dog for big life events like moving, a new baby, divorce, sudden loss, and so much more.
Purchase the replay at: www.unpacked.stream/seminar
Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog tr...
2024-12-0524 min
Dog Training BytesEp 22: Vanessa Ward (The Pet Behaviorist)Episode 22: Vanessa Ward (The Pet Behaviorist)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Vanessa Ward!
From Vanessa:
I'm Vanessa - The Pet Behaviourist, I'm a qualified dog, cat and rabbit behavioural practitioner. I specialise in calm dogs...
2024-11-2620 min
Dog Training BytesEp 21: Toby Craze (Craze Dog Training)Episode 21: Toby Craze (Craze Dog Training)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Toby Craze!
From Toby:
Originally from Cornwall in the UK, I started my career with dogs after moving back home from Thailand where I was working...
2024-11-1224 min
unPACKedEp 18: Training Touchbase (Urban Reactivity)unPACKed Podcast Presents...
Life Change Survival Guide: How to keep your human life from derailing your dog
Learn the strategies you need to help prepare your dog for big life events like moving, a new baby, divorce, sudden loss, and so much more.
Purchase the replay at: www.unpacked.stream/seminar
Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog tr...
2024-11-0730 min
Dog Training BytesEp 20: Edyta Daniel (Eddy the Dog Trainer)Episode 20: Edyta Daniel (Eddy the Dog Trainer)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Eddy Daniel!
From Eddy:
I got into dog training because of my own dog! I...
2024-10-2925 min
Dog Training BytesEp 19: Bryndon Golya (OC Canine Coaching)Episode 19: Bryndon Golya (OC Canine Coaching)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Bryndon Golya!
Bryndon is a seasoned dog trainer with 15 years of experience, offering private, in-person, and online train...
2024-10-1526 min
unPACKedEp 17: Training Touchbase (Training with Accommodations)unPACKed Podcast Presents...
Life Change Survival Guide: How to keep your human life from derailing your dog
Learn the strategies you need to help prepare your dog for big life events like moving, a new baby, divorce, sudden loss, and so much more.
Purchase the replay at: www.unpacked.stream/seminar
Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog tr...
2024-10-0326 min
Dog Training BytesEp 18: Matt Beisner (The Zen Dog)Episode 18: Matt Beisner (The Zen Dog)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Matt Beisner!
Matt is a world renowned certified professional dog trainer who specializes in common, confusing, reactive and aggressive behaviors, and you may have seen hi...
2024-10-0128 min
Dog Training BytesEp 17: Holly Dolinski (Holly’s Dog Training Academy)Episode 17: Holly Dolinski (Holly’s Dog Training Academy)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Holly Dolinski!
From Holly:
I am a certified Family Dog Mediator, as a result of completing the Applied Ethology LEGS Course. I work with dogs...
2024-09-1720 min
unPACKedEp 16: unPACK Session #7 (Allison)This episode is brought to you by the Complex Canine Community. Use code "UNPACKEDPOD" for a month free!
Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
This is an unPACK session - a shorter episode where we are giving you an inside look at the conversations we are having with REAL guardians as we unPACK their dog's very real behavior training plan.
2024-09-0530 min
Dog Training BytesEp 16: Tilly Moore (Tilly the Trainer)Episode 16: Tilly Moore (Tilly the Trainer)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Tilly Moore.
Tilly owns Tilly the Trainer in Atlanta, GA, and provides virtual training, in person training, and online self...
2024-09-0326 min
Dog Training BytesEp 15: Jenny Sims (Dog Life Balance Vegas)Episode 15: Jenny Sims (CPDT-KA) - Dog Life Balance Vegas
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Jenny Sims!
Dedicated dog trainer since 2015, Jenny uses science backed positive reinforcement techniques. While each dog is an individual and requires a u...
2024-08-2019 min
unPACKedLIVE Virtual Event: Life Change Survival Guide (8/27/2024)unPACKed Podcast Presents...
Life Change Survival Guide: How to keep your human life from derailing your dog
A LIVE virtual event co-hosted by Jerri Scherff and Mattison Skoog-Simpson.
Register at: www.unpacked.stream/seminar
Learn the strategies you need to help prepare your dog for big life events like moving, a new baby, divorce, sudden loss, and so much more.
This seminar will benefit the continued community-focus of this podcast and all it brings to the community. If unPACKed has helped you in some wa...
2024-08-1501 min
Dog Training BytesEp 14: Tiffany Henson (Practicing Paws)Episode 14: Tiffany Henson (Practicing Paws)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Tiffany Henson.
Tiffany has been working with dogs on and off since 2006. She got her start spending her summers...
2024-08-0617 min
unPACKedEp 15: Reactivity in an Urban EnvironmentThis episode is brought to you by Trust Your Dog Custom Muzzles. Use code "FREED10" for 10% off custom gear for you AND your dog!
Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
Every episode, we highlight and help one owner who’s working through a behavioral issue with their dog or dogs. We will fully unpack the situation, discuss the questions it’s impor...
2024-08-0132 min
Dog Training BytesEp 13: Michael Shikashio (AggressiveDog.com)Episode 13: Michael Shikasahio (AggressiveDog.com)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, for the Season Two Premier, Mattison is speaking with Michael Shikashio!
Mike is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) and founder of AggressiveDog.com. His focus...
2024-07-2321 min
Dog Training BytesEp 12: Zach Skow (Pawsitive Change Program & Marley’s Mutts Rescue)Episode 12: Zach Skow (Pawsitive Change Program & Marley’s Mutts Rescue)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, for the Season One Finale, Mattison is speaking with Zach Skow!
Zach’s story begins not as a dog trainer, but as a human who saw his life slippin...
2024-07-0925 min
unPACKedAnnouncement: Changes to unPACKedWelcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
We have some exciting changes happening over here at unPACKed! Next month we'll be back with a brand new case and some exciting new content to close out the year.
To apply for our next season, see photos of the dogs featured in this episode, or read full episode transcripts, visit us...
2024-07-0400 min
Dog Training BytesEp 11: Lauren Sisak (Sit. Stay. Stella.)Episode 11: Lauren Sisak (Sit. Stay. Stella.)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Lauren Sisak.
Lauren is a certified professional dog trainer with advanced certifications such as puppy start right instructor via the Karen Pryor a...
2024-06-2529 min
Dog Training BytesEp 10: Em Breslin (Straight Up Dog Talk)Episode 10: Em Breslin (Straight Up Dog Talk)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Em Breslin.
A retired vet tech, pet sitter, and dog walker, Em has 30 years of hands-on experience working with animals.
Straight-Up Dog Talk is a longtime dream turned reality, inspired by her deep experience and passion for educati...
2024-06-1124 min
unPACKedEp 14: unPACK Session #6 (Julia)This episode is brought to you by the Complex Canine Community. Use code "UNPACKEDPOD" for a month free!
Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
This is an unPACK session - a shorter episode where we are giving you an inside look at the conversations we are having with REAL guardians as we unPACK their dog's very real behavior training plan.
2024-06-0631 min
Dog Training BytesEp 9: Erin Marion (Down to Earth Dog Lady)Episode 9: Erin Marion (Down To Earth Dog Lady)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Erin Marion.
From Erin:
I have over twelve years of experience working with dogs. I am a certified professional dog trainer, (CPDT-KA), and Karen Pryor cl...
2024-05-2824 min
Dog Training BytesEp 8: Kayla Koeppen (Sunny Soul Dog Training)Episode 8: Kayla Koeppen (Sunny Soul Dog Training)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Kayla Koeppen.
Kayla Koeppen Is a new member to the Tulsa Pack team who is working toward her CPDT-KA certification. Her main focus and passion is working on behavioral...
2024-05-1420 min
Dog Training BytesEp 8: Kayla Koeppen (Sunny Soul Dog Training)Episode 8: Kayla Koeppen (Sunny Soul Dog Training)
Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Kayla Koeppen.
Kayla Koeppen Is a new member to the Tulsa Pack team who is working toward her CPDT-KA certification. Her main focus and passion is working on behavioral cases and dogs with big feelings. To Kayla this entails helping pet parents identify and understand their dogs emotions, an...
2024-05-1420 min
unPACKedEp 13: Training with AccommodationsWelcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
Every episode, we highlight and help one owner who’s working through a behavioral issue with their dog or dogs. We will fully unpack the situation, discuss the questions it’s important to ask as a trainer or behavior consultant, outline immediate management for safety, and provide realistic and sustainable modification plans.
In this episode, we ar...
2024-05-0242 min
Dog Training BytesEp 7: Kendyl Callaway (Sentient Sparky)Episode 7: Kendyl Callaway (Sentient Sparky Dog Training Co.)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Kendyl Callaway
From Kendyl:
Over the course of my evolving work with dogs I have focused a...
2024-04-3023 min
Dog Training BytesEp 6: Jess Adam (Handlers and Humans)Episode 6: Jess Adam (Handlers and Humans, The Complex Canine Community)
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Jess Adam.
Jess Adam is a licensed professional counselor who lives in Pennsylvania with her husband, her twin boys, her 9 year old reactive...
2024-04-1619 min
unPACKedEp 12: unPACK Session #5 (Isabel)This episode is brought to you by the Complex Canine Community. Use code "UNPACKEDPOD" for a month free!
Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
This is an unPACK session - a shorter episode where we are giving you an inside look at the conversations we are having with REAL guardians as we unPACK their dog's very real behavior training plan.
2024-04-0433 min
Dog Training BytesEp 5: Jordan Hurt (Seeking Foundations Dog Training)Episode 5: Jordan Hurt - Seeking Foundations Dog Training
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Jordan Hurt!
Jordan Hurt is the owner and Trainer at Seeking Foundations Dog Training, based out of Morrisville, Pennsylvania. She is an up and coming professional with three ye...
2024-04-0220 min
Dog Training BytesEp 4: Ashley Devine (Mannered Misfits Dog Training)Episode 4: Ashley Devine - Mannered Misfits Dog Training
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Ashley Devine (CPDT-KA).
Ashley is a certified professional dog trainer working toward more certifications in separation anxiety, full...
2024-03-1922 min
unPACKedEp 11: Resource GuardingClick Here to listen to Mattison's new podcast, Dog Training Bytes.
Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
Every episode, we highlight and help one owner who’s working through a behavioral issue with their dog or dogs. We will fully unpack the situation, discuss the questions it’s important to ask as a trainer or behavior consultant, outline immediate management for safet...
2024-03-0739 min
Dog Training BytesEp 3: Zoë Holloway (The Dreaded Trainer)Episode 3: Zoë Holloway - "The Dreaded Trainer"
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Zoë Holloway.
From Zoë:
3 years ago, I brought home my first big dog, Queen. I thought I was prepared but then I realized I was totally unprepared! So I h...
2024-03-0521 min
Dog Training BytesEp 2: Amelia Steele (Amelia the Dog Trainer)Episode 2: Amelia Steele (VSA-PDT, IMDT, IAABC) - "Amelia the Dog Trainer"
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
On today’s episode, Mattison is speaking with Amelia Steele (VSA-PDT, IMDT, IAABC).
From Amelia:
Hi, I’m Amelia and I help people to help their dogs!
As an expe...
2024-02-2721 min
Dog Training BytesEp 1: Jerri Scherff (Sailor Jerri the Dog Trainer)Episode 1: Jerri Scherff (CPDT-KA) - "Sailor Jerri the Dog Trainer"
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Welcome to ”Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
In our first episode, Mattison is speaking with Jerri Scherff (CPDT-KA).
Known on the internet as Sailor Jerri the Dog Trainer, Jerri is a certified pr...
2024-02-2721 min
Dog Training BytesDog Training Bytes Season One Sneak PeakClick Here to register for a Free Marketing Masterclass for Dog Trainers and Dog Business Owners.
Welcome to “Dog Training Bytes” – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs. Listen in as Mattison, certified dog trainer and behavior consultant, interviews dog trainers and other pet professionals about times that working with dogs… well, bit. Not literally (maybe literally). This podcast is all about sharing the lessons learned from experience. Because the stories of when it got tough, or when we made a mistake – that’s when w...
2024-02-2009 min
Dog Training BytesDog Training Bytes TeaserWelcome to Dog Training Bytes – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
This podcast is all about sharing the lessons learned from experience. Because the stories of when it got tough, or when we made a mistake – that’s when we learn the lessons worth learning. And it’s time we share those with the world. What’s most important here on this show: what did they walk away with? What did they learn? How did it shape their approach today?
In this teaser...
2024-02-1303 min
Dog Training BytesDog Training Bytes TrailerWelcome to Dog Training Bytes – the show where canine professionals share their key takeaways, big a-ha moments, and hardest lessons learned from working with dogs.
Listen in as Mattison, certified dog trainer and behavior consultant, interviews dog trainers and other pet professionals about times that working with dogs… well, bit. Not literally (maybe literally).
This podcast is all about sharing the lessons learned from experience. Because the stories of when it got tough, or when we made a mistake – that’s when we learn the lessons worth learning. And it’s time we share those with the wor...
2024-02-0601 min
unPACKedEp 10: Cristina Follow UpWelcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
This is a follow up episode! We’re checking in with past guests to offer encouragement and adjustments as we unPACK their progress.
In this episode, we’re talking to Cristina, who we first met on Episode #2: Separation Anxiety.
To apply for our next season, see photos of the dogs featured in this epis...
2024-02-0131 min
unPACKedEp 9: Amy Follow UpWelcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
This is a follow up episode! We’re checking in with past guests to offer encouragement and adjustments as we unPACK their progress.
In this episode, we’re talking to Amy, who we first met on Episode #1: Reactivity in a Multi Dog Household.
To apply for our next season, see photos of the dogs...
2024-01-0435 min
unPACKedBonus EpisodeWelcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
This is a very special crossover event! Sailor Jerri and Mattison are dipping over into the podcasting world of their friend, Em. In this bonus episode, unPACKed announces its partnership with Straight Up Dog Talk, a brand new podcast that's getting real about what really matters when you have dogs in your life.
Straight Up...
2023-12-2808 min
Leading With HeartPractical, Every Day MindfulnessIn this episode of Leading with Heart, we’re talking mindfulness! This buzzword is getting a lot of attention in the mental health world… but what does it MEAN? My definition is paying attention, on purpose, to the present moment, without judgment. Today, I’m sharing practical ways to introduce mindfulness into your daily routine, so you can take it from idea to execution in your life!We’re talking about how to infuse mindfulness into daily activities such as walking, eating, and breathing. We’ll also explore the concepts of gratitude and discerning what’s within your realm o...
2023-10-2532 minLeading With Heart"When Warzones Come Home" - Interview with Eli GardnerEli Gardner is an award-winning author and military veteran who has been deployed 13 times. Eli experienced a lot in her 13 military and civilian deployments and wants to be a voice for others who experienced the same things that she did.Eli is passionate about being a voice for veterans and conveying the emotions and realities of military life through her art. Turning trauma into something beautiful is possible and Eli encourages everyone to use the experiences they have been through for the greater good and to create beauty out of it. Those experiences are what you are...
2023-10-1846 minLeading With HeartNavigating Depression - Interview with Audra CarpenterContent warning: In this episode we discuss suicidal ideations and depression.Today I am joined by Audra Carpenter, a dear friend and client of mine. We are discussing mental health in the military and Audra’s journey of navigating depression and recovery.We’ll discuss how important it is to find treatment and care that works for YOU, and what Audra did to find the proper care.Today, Audra is an active participant in helping others get the care and help that they need and deserve. She’s an amazing advocate and makes sure o...
2023-10-1136 minLeading With HeartDe-Stigmatizing Mental Health and My StoryContent Warning: Mention of SuicideIn today's episode, we're tackling a topic of utmost importance: mental health in the military. I’ll share eye-opening statistics, put a spotlight on mental health topics that are often overlooked, and share my own journey with mental health.Within the military, there's an all-too-common reluctance among active duty personnel and veterans to seek the mental health care they need. The shadows of shame, stigma, and potential career repercussions loom large. Even for those who muster the courage to seek help, there are often logistical, cultural, and professional barriers that ca...
2023-10-0434 min
unPACKedEp 5: Intra-Household ConflictWelcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
Every episode, we highlight and help one owner who’s working through a behavioral issue with their dog or dogs. We will fully unpack the situation, discuss the questions it’s important to ask as a trainer or behavior consultant, outline immediate management for safety, and provide realistic and sustainable modification plans.
In this episode, we ar...
2023-10-0237 minLeading With HeartKacey's Story: Being Passed Over for PromotionJoin us in this inspiring episode as I sit down with Kacey Ezell, a remarkable individual who has blazed a trail of celebrating her own version of what success looks like. From her early days dreaming of flying to her career as a United States Air Force helicopter pilot and now as an EMS pilot, Kacey's journey is one for the books.Kacey opens up about a pivotal moment in her career, when a letter of reprimand threatened to end it. Undeterred, she channelled her determination into becoming an exceptional instructor, eventually earning the promotion she rightfully...
2023-09-2046 minLeading With HeartValues: The Litmus Test of Aligned LivingJoin me as we dive into one of my FAVORITE topics: Values and their life-changing potential! I share a personal breakthrough moment that changed the trajectory of my life, all thanks to discovering my core values.This episode is unique as I’ll walk you through an interactive exercise to discover your own values and start living your life on purpose.As you explore this episode, remember to embrace curiosity and a passion for growth as we identify and seek to understand your core values. From there, you have the potential to use your values as...
2023-09-1331 minLeading With HeartAll or Nothing and the 1% PrincipleThis mindset trap is a sneaky culprit that often sabotages our aspirations in various areas of life. From fitness goals to career ambitions, this mindset can leave us feeling stuck and defeated. In today's conversation, we dive deep into all-or-nothing thinking. I shed light on this common mental trap and also share five invaluable strategies to break free and propel yourself forward.In this episode, we explore real-life examples of the all-or-nothing mindset and provide actionable tips to overcome it. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your mindset and create a more balanced and fulfilling life. Tune...
2023-09-0630 min
unPACKedEp 4: unPACK Session #1 (Amy)Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
This is the first unPACK session!
In this episode, we are unpacking Amy's case plan with her. We're going back to the topic from episode 1: Reactivity in a Multi-Dog Household.
unPACKed was created by Jerri Scherff and Mattison Simpson, with music by Oleksandr Stepanov.
To apply, see photo...
2023-09-0424 minLeading With HeartInterview with Sam Sliney - PerfectionismThis week we are continuing the conversation about perfectionism. I am joined by Major Sam Sliney, 724th Special Tactics Group Staff Judge Advocate, a mother of three, and wife to an Army Green Beret. Sam discusses her experiences as a perfectionist and the importance of self-reflection, seeking feedback, and discerning when perfectionism is necessary. We dive deep into the value of admitting mistakes and taking ownership, as well as how to decide what tasks and activities don’t require perfection. Parenthood has helped Sam prioritize family over perfectionism. The episode highlights the importance of communicating expectations, learning fr...
2023-08-3035 minLeading With HeartPerfectionism and Unrealistic ExpectationsPerfectionism may seem like a good thing at first, but it can actually be a roadblock in your progress. In this episode we’re talking about why. We’ll discuss what perfectionism is, how it shows up, and some root causes. Then we’ll explore some ways you can shift from perfectionism to healthy striving, and set more realistic expectations for yourself, to take some of the pressure off to be "perfect.”If you’re constantly setting unrealistic expectations for yourself, you have a LOUD inner drill sergeant, or you struggle with procrastinating because you fear the end produc...
2023-08-2329 minLeading With HeartInvesting in Yourself with Lt Col AngieToday I am so honored to be joined by Lt Col Angie Stephens! In this episode, Angie shares her journey on finding her authentic self. She felt that she had created the persona of someone she “thought” she was supposed to be. This hustle after a persona that wasn’t aligned to her values led to serious burnout.Angie is a C-130 navigator by trade, and has spent time in both the Special Operations and IG communities. She loves paddleboarding and driving her jeep, and is a proud Texas Aggie! Today, Angie is sharing her story of how sh...
2023-08-1638 minLeading With HeartAre you actually doing the WRONG Self Care?Are you truly nailing your self-care game? In this episode we are talking all about the concept of high yield self-care, and how to identify, simplify, and take action.Picture this: activities that leave you feeling more alive than ever, recharging your soul and bringing an ecstatic smile to your face. That's precisely what high yield self-care is all about – the magic potion that fuels your inner fire and lights up your life. Now, don't be fooled; this is not a one-size-fits-all routine. We're all unique beings, and our self-care needs are just as diverse.We...
2023-08-0929 min
unPACKedEp 3: High Drive DogsWelcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
Every episode, we highlight and help one owner who’s working through a behavioral issue with their dog or dogs. We will fully unpack the situation, discuss the questions it’s important to ask as a trainer or behavior consultant, outline immediate management for safety, and provide realistic and sustainable modification plans.
In this episode, we ar...
2023-08-0739 minLeading With HeartWhat do you NEED? It's Not That Simple!Are you meeting your own needs? Do you know what meeting your needs looks like for you? In this episode of "Leading with Heart," I share the importance of identifying and meeting your needs. Unmet needs can lead to negative emotions like exhaustion, anger, resentment, or anxiety. I’m going to help you start identifying your needs by sharing useful tips for identifying which areas of your life are thriving and which areas you may need to look deeper at. I’ll also provide a handful of resources to help you along the way. I’ll be sharing how to use...
2023-08-0226 minLeading With HeartIdentity Based Change - The Inside-Out ApproachThis episode has the potential to blow your mind and change your life. This concept has revolutionized the way I set goals, develop habits, and pursue personal growth. Today, we are talking about Identity-Based Change. In this episode, you’ll learn what it is, how to implement this transformational inside-out approach in your life, how to apply it to behavior change, habit building, and goal setting. I first learned about this concept of identity-based change in the book Atomic Habits by James Clear where he introduces the “three ring circle” to explain the three layers of behavior change...
2023-07-2624 minLeading With HeartService Before Self - Interview with Brig Gen Brenda CartierBrig Gen (Ret) Brenda Cartier has lived "Service Before Self." She understands this Air Force core value's origin story, and has experienced the healthy AND unhealthy sides of it.The military is a machine, and will take everything you're willing to give it. But Service Before Self wasn't intended as service at the sacrifice and detriment of self.Brenda, a recent graduate of Christina’s Lead Your Life program, has been on her own journey of self-care over the last year. She's learning that your SELF must be loved and cared for in order to be of...
2023-07-1951 minLeading With Heart5 Self-Care Mistakes to AvoidWhen I talk to military women, I guarantee they are making at least one of these mistakes with their self-care. We all understand the importance of taking care of ourselves, but sometimes can get caught up in traps that leave us feeling exhausted, depleted, or frustrated. Join me in this episode as I break down the five most common self-care mistakes I see, and what to do instead. We’re talking about how to stop practicing the wrong self-care, being reactive, feeling guilty for taking time for yourself, and more. I’m going to give y...
2023-07-1228 minLeading With HeartThe Core ValuesIn this episode, I share my coaching strategy which includes three core values: taking responsibility for actions and decisions, breaking big goals into smaller steps, and prioritizing self-care. I introduce tools for how to incorporate these core values into your life. I highlight the importance of breaking tasks into manageable chunks, taking consistent actions, and honoring commitments to oneself.RESOURCES:DOWNLOAD the Strong and Resilient Self-Care Guide HERE!Atomic Habits by James ClearThanks for listening! Connect with me in the Strong and Resilient Woman Community on...
2023-07-0530 min
unPACKedEp 2: Separation AnxietyWelcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
Every episode, we highlight and help one owner who’s working through a behavioral issue with their dog or dogs. We will fully unpack the situation, discuss the questions it’s important to ask as a trainer or behavior consultant, outline immediate management for safety, and provide realistic and sustainable modification plans.
In this episode, we ar...
2023-07-0331 minLeading With HeartThe Pillars of WellnessIn this insightful episode, we delve into the important topic of self-care, wellness, and resiliency in today's world. While these buzzwords are everywhere, it's crucial to understand how to put them into practice and ensure that your self-care is effective. Join me as I explore the four fundamental pillars of wellness: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. You might be surprised to discover that their importance extends far beyond just diet and exercise. Get ready for a deep dive into holistic well-being and learn invaluable strategies for prioritizing each pillar.RESOURCES:DOWNLOAD the Strong...
2023-06-2829 minLeading With HeartWhy Leaders NEED Self-CareWelcome to our very first episode of the Leading with Heart podcast! In this episode I’m sharing the WHY. The why behind what I do, the why behind my message, and the ultimate why behind launching and leading this podcast. I share 5 reasons why leaders at all levels should practice self-care. Leaders in the military NEED self-care as it contributes to our overall success and health.I cover, the top 5 reasons leaders need self-care and my why for starting this podcast.Sign up HERE (https://www.christinamattisonyoga.com/) to get resources, motivation, and guided act...
2023-06-2827 min
unPACKedEp 1: Reactivity in a Multi-Dog HouseholdWelcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, *not political*, approach to help pet parents around the world. Join Sailor Jerri and Mattison, certified trainers and canine behavior experts with a combined 3 decades of experience in behavioral dog training.
Every episode, we highlight and help one owner who’s working through a behavioral issue with their dog or dogs. We will fully unpack the situation, discuss the questions it’s important to ask as a trainer or behavior consultant, outline immediate management for safety, and provide realistic and sustainable modification plans.
In the first episo...
2023-06-0543 minLeading With HeartIntroducing...Leading with HeartPrioritizing self-care and work/life balance can feel impossible in the “pull yourself up by your bootstraps” and “embrace the suck” military culture. It’s time to change the narrative - together! The Leading With Heart podcast is your go-to resource for how to find happiness, peace, and true success amidst the high demands of military life. With research-based tools and expert interviews, these episodes will change your life. Join host Christina Mattison as she teaches you the skills and mindset needed to take excellent care of yourself, so you can prevent burnout, take excellent care of your people, and shift...
2023-06-0101 min
unPACKedWelcome to unPACKed!Welcome to unPACKed, an open-minded podcast taking a clinical, not political, approach to helping pet parents around the world.
Every episode, we help one owner struggling with a behavioral issue with their dog or dogs. We fully unpack the situation, discuss the questions it's important to ask a trainer or behavior consultant, outline immediate management for safety, and provide realistic and sustainable modification plans.
For free behavior consulting and training aftercare program, apply online at www.unpacked.stream
unPACKed was created by Jerri Scherff and Mattison Simpson.
Find...
2023-01-2601 min
Wonder OutsideThe Blues as Lens to the Outdoors with Mike MattisonSend us a textAnything you see. Anything you hear.Mike Mattison, the two-time Grammy award winning singer, songwriter for the Tedeschi Trucks Band and the Derek Trucks Band knows the blues. As a singer, composer, author and student of blues music Mike guides us along the many routes in which the blues meets the outdoors. The effect of the blues and how it's been impacted by the landscape has been profound. Mike says that the honesty of the blues is what makes us ourselves. And that anyone with an understanding of...
2021-11-101h 15
Voices from The BenchHi-LIGHTS From Voices of Dentistry Part 2: Dr. Mattison, Chris Felix, Kristin JensenWhat a terrible week for our world, country, and industry. More and more states enacted the "Stay-at-Home" mandate and dentist seeing only emergency patients, the labs are getting next to no work. We hear every day of layoffs, Furloughs, and closings. It is sad but at the same time important that when the COVID-19 virus starts to "die off", that we are more than ready to get back to being the growing industry that we were just a few months ago. To update us of what the dental laboratory industry needs to know is once again Bennett Napier from...
2020-03-301h 24