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Fun is FundamentalHow to find flow in daily life (with Dr. Joshua Caraballo)Dr. Joshua Caraballo is an Industrial-Organizational Psychologist currently residing in Denver, Colorado. His career trajectory has centered on the themes of inspirational storytelling and applied science for the sake of human betterment, especially for those who have been historically marginalized and oppressed. Joshua has a deep passion for human flourishing, awe-inspiring experiences in nature, and anything involving cats. Joshua is also the author of I’m Not Dead...Yet: How I Turned My Misfortunes into Strengths. Joshua’s experiences highlight the incredible power of resilience, the lessons learned from adversity, and the crucial importance of self-acceptance. His narr...2025-07-2158 min

Fun is FundamentalThe Art of Joyful Living (with Aisha Makara)Aisha Makara was born in Mongolia and orphaned at the age of 2. She is now a world traveler with over 60 countries stamped on her passport. She is the author of the recently published Joyful Living Guidebook expounding on simple actions on how to stay joyful, centered, and vigorous in a fast-developing society; book includes pictures of Aisha’s original works of art. She is also a business owner and artist who had the distinction of being selected as an artist to send art engraved on golden plagues to outer space with SpaceX on January 3rd of 2023 in collaboration with Si...2025-07-131h 21

Fun is FundamentalHow to Truly Show Up (with Marcy Axelrod)Marcy Axelrod is a bestselling and award-winning author, TV Contributor, 2X TEDx speaker and management consultant. Her latest book, How We Choose to Show Up, is a #1 Bestseller and was recently awarded the Hayakawa book prize. Marcy has been interviewed in Forbes, Psychology Today, and The Marketing Journal, among others. Her approaches have been tested and proven through projects with some of the world’s largest high-tech companies (e.g., HP, SAP, Cisco). With a background on Wall Street (Lehman Brothers) and in Silicon Valley, Marcy’s work has been highly praised by professors at Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Columbia, and...2025-06-1051 min

Fun is FundamentalThe Benefits of Trusting your intuition (with Jennifer Johnson)Jenn Johnson learned more about intuition after listening to what her body was telling her. After years of nursing in the ER, she started feeling about what was going on with her patients before tests would clearly show the diagnosis. In this episode, Jenn shares some of the science behind intuition and how she started relying on her own experiences when caring for patients. With all of her experience at the bedside, she also realized that she could use her intuition, that gut feeling we all get sometimes, to get her patients the care they need much...2025-05-171h 01

Fun is FundamentalHow tapping into your creativity can help you find your joy (with Nancy Dillingham Marks)Nancy Dillingham Marks, a Fused Glass Artist. After a corporate career, she took a creative leap, discovering her passion for glass art. She founded Glass Arts Collective, a local studio, providing unique, handmade gifts. She has built a supportive community around the joy of creation. Find Nancy at: https://www.glassartscollective.com 2025-05-0257 min

Fun is FundamentalEasy steps to take to take things to the next level (with Kevin Palmieri)Kevin Palmieri is the CSO, Founder & Host of Next Level University, a Global Top 100 Self-Improvement podcast with more than 2,000 episodes reaching over 1 Million people in more than 175 countries. Kevin believes in a heart driven, but no BS approach to holistic self-improvement and teaching others how to get to the next level of their lives! https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/ https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/ 2025-04-0457 min

Fun is FundamentalBalancing fun with raising young children (with Mariela Desantiago)As the host of the parenting podcast "New Mom Talk," (previously Mama Wears Athleisure) and the Carlsbad Mom Crew group, she's passionate about creating a supportive space where moms can come together, share experiences, and find the resources they need to thrive in parenthood. Her mission is to empower and uplift mothers by providing valuable insights, expert advice, and a sense of community. Through engaging discussions and evidence-based knowledge, she strives to equip moms with the tools and confidence to navigate the joys and challenges of motherhood with grace and resilience. https://newmomtalk.com/ 2025-03-2352 min

Fun is FundamentalHow to take accountability (with Robert J. Hunt)Robert J Hunt is "The Accountability Guy" and the co-author of the book "Nobody Cares...until you do." He is a business owner in the Dallas/Fort Worth Texas area since 2008. Robert is an Executive Coach who runs CEO Groups in DFW since 2013 and he brings that experience and wisdom to help people reach their goals. Robert has been married 25 years to his beautiful wife Kathy, and has two adult children also living in Texas. He is passionate about his faith, his purpose, his family and his quest to help people be their best. Connect with Robert: 2025-03-0750 min

Fun is FundamentalWhat happened in Vegas didn't stay in VegasFrom this episode recorded in September 2024, my long-time BFF Naz and I reminisce about our recent girls trip to Las Vegas. 2025-02-211h 26

Fun is FundamentalCan self-acceptance be the key to your happiness? (with Tamara Zoner)Tamara is Speaker and Coach on a mission to create greater happiness in the world by teaching individuals and groups the actions and habits of happiness. A show-not-tell single mom to 3 awesome kids and karaoke enthusiast, Tamara demonstrates daily how to create a life you love! I hope you enjoy this lively conversation. https://www.alifeyoulovenow.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPzoMjCdYRev6VK5pwMhXog https://www.instagram.com/tamara_zoner/ 2024-12-1658 min

Fun is FundamentalThe power of Master Foundation Cell Activation (with Darlene Greene)Darlene Greene - Master Foundation Cell Activation Technology Consultant, retired US Navy Commander, and Co-Author of the 2024 best selling book, "Become Empowered - Echoes of Grace and Strength." Darlene Greene wants to help you take charge of your own health, get out of pain, improve your energy, increase the quality of your sleep, reduce systemic inflammation, increase mental clarity, improve your nervous system, lower your anxiety, enhance brain functioning, improve cardiovascular functioning, and elevate your GHK-Cu for a host of additional benefits to include increasing your own stem cells, producing growth factors, protect lungs, reset genes to...2024-11-2248 min

Fun is FundamentalWhy we should get quiet (with Julia Carmen)Julia Carmen is the founder of the School Without Walls. She is from a long line of Curanderas and is The Seer of the Alma, walking in both worlds of the physical and non-physical, being in the knowing of them both from birth, walking them both in all eternally, and at times in struggle in the human realm of being. Get in touch with Julia: https://www.theschoolwithoutwalls.net/ https://www.theschoolwithoutwalls.net/retreats https://www.theschoolwithoutwalls.net/the-dragonfly-circle 2024-10-121h 00

Fun is FundamentalHow building mental toughness and clarity lead to a more fulfilling life (with Scott Allan)With his books published in 16 languages, and over 500,000 copies sold worldwide, Scott Allan is on a mission to transform the human potential. Scott is the bestselling author of Fail Big, Relaunch Your Life, and Do the Hard Things First. As a former corporate business trainer in Japan and Transformational Success Strategist, he has invested over 10,000 hours of practice and research into confidence development and mindset mastery training. With an unrelenting passion for teaching, building critical life skills, and inspiring people worldwide to take charge of their lives, he is committed to a path of constant and never-ending self-improvement. In o...2024-08-1249 min

Fun is FundamentalHow Taoism can teach us all to go with the flow (with Bob Martin)Bob has enjoyed an interesting life. A successful criminal trial lawyer, meditation teacher, Professor, and Mindfulness Coordinator at Elon University who studied under Hua Ching Ni, a 72-generation Master from the Shaolin Temple, and married a Bible literalist. He started writing his book as a Rosetta Stone and a love offering for his wife and him to discuss the nature of the universe. It has become a healing vehicle for many that presents the teachings of Jesus in a broader, interfaith light. He is the author of I Am the Way: Finding the Truth and the Life...2024-07-121h 07

Fun is FundamentalExercise and self-care (with Lesley Logan)Lesley Logan is the world’s leading expert on how Pilates changes your life, and is the Chief Pilates Officer at OnlinePilatesClasses.com. She has taught thousands of students, trained hundreds of Pilates teachers, lead dozens of workshops at global conferences, and supported notable companies such as the Associated Press, Brand Builders Group, and Balanced Body, empowering participants with movement and happiness through Pilates and international retreats. With a comprehensive certificate (NCPT) from the National Pilates Certification Program, and additional certifications in trauma-informed breathwork, mindset, and habits coaching, and with teaching experience since 2008, Lesley is widely regarded by...2024-06-141h 00

Fun is FundamentalConnecting with our Nervous System (with Natalie Bedard)Natalie Bedard, also known as NatNat, is a beacon of resilience and empowerment. In 2019, she founded Lift OneSelf, offering profound energy healing services. In this conversation we talk about connecting with the nervous system to heal and lean into living authentically. Connect with NatNat: https://www.liftoneself.com/ https://www.liftoneself.com/gift https://www.facebook.com/LiftOneSelf/ https://www.instagram.com/liftoneself https://www.tiktok.com/@liftoneself?_t=8kBUw59eEq6&_r=1 2024-05-201h 28

Fun is Fundamental"Being a model is hard work!"We went to the Selfie Museum at Pike Place Market in Seattle and let me tell you... I hammed it up big time. :) https://www.tiktok.com/@funisfundamental https://www.instagram.com/funisfundamental/ https://www.patreon.com/FunisFundamental https://www.facebook.com/funisfundamental 2024-04-2314 min

Fun is FundamentalNot to "axe" is to be deniedWe went axe throwing.... www.instagram.com/funisfundamental https://www.tiktok.com/@funisfundamental https://www.patreon.com/FunisFundamental 2024-04-1017 min

Fun is FundamentalThis is not 'Nam, this is bowling. There are rules.Bowling.... www.patreon.com/FunisFundamental https://www.facebook.com/funisfundamental https://www.instagram.com/funisfundamental/ 2024-03-2607 min

Fun is FundamentalA journey towards spiritual awakening with John LawyerFrom desert combat zones to a battle within, John Lawyer transformed from soldier to spiritual seeker. He acts as one of several guides for Kishar, a non-profit online spiritual community for people to share their journey and explore their own unique spiritual path. John is an Omnist and believes in the validity of great human thought from around the world and across time. He offers individual spiritual guidance and coaching services as part of the Kishar Spiritual Community. https://kishar.org https://www.facebook.com/KisharSpiritual https://www.youtube.com/@PeaceOnYourJourney ...2024-03-0655 min

Fun is FundamentalLearn how to harness your energy with Gabrielle PimstoneGabrielle Pimstone is an Energy Coach who is dedicated to assisting those on the cusp of change, but in need of that crucial nudge forward. She narrates her journey of resilience and reinvention, highlighting how her love of psychology and spirituality finally converged to reignite her passion and purpose, and provide profound healing. She offers inspiration and practical tips to individuals to break free from stagnation and fear. Her central message is that it's never too late make meaningful life change. Gabrielle's website - https://www.generativegrowth.com.au/ 28-Days to healing program...2024-02-191h 00

Fun is FundamentalThe Role of Love (with Paul Zolman)Paul Zolman has created a new way to demonstrate the principles of the love languages. It's a profound way to learn all five love languages to give them away. By giving them away, your vision will improve to the point that you can see them coming your way and respond appropriately. The system is so easy that even young children can be trained in this love giving system. Spoiler alert: it's a game where everyone wins. Find Paul at: https://roleoflove.com/ 2024-01-221h 02

Fun is FundamentalHow better boundaries improve your life (with Heather Claus)Heather Claus is the author of the new book "Take No Sh*T! Build Better Relationships Through Discovering, Creating And Maintaining Healthy Boundaries In Three (Sometimes Five) Simple Steps." In this episode, Heather explains how her atypical life has led her to the belief that boundaries are the key to not only saving ourselves, but our relationships. She's a big fan of amazing people enjoying love, sex, and romance in happy and functional lives (whatever that might look like from human to human), which is why she's thrilled to share her experience and knowledge of bo...2024-01-081h 00

Fun is Fundamental30 tips from 30 guests (Part 1)To commemorate my first 30 guests. I decided to reflect back on all of them and the wisdom and fun that they had to share. Here are the first 10 guests. 1. Tiffany Guyot- www.instagram.com/tiffany8091/ 2. Paula Yolles- https://www.instagram.com/paulayolles/ 3. Jenny Lee- BeeVibe Coaching https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennyleeortiz/ 4. Shelly Vecchio- Gloryus Inc https://www.agloryuslife.com/ 5. James Clemmons- Freedom from Anger https://www.freedomanger.com/ 6. Brenda Winkle- https://www.brendawinkle.com/ 7. Ashley Bradford https://www.instagram.com/ashleymbradford/ 8. Nancy Davis ht...2024-01-0157 min

Fun is FundamentalWhere the H E double hockey sticks have I been?Sorry, I was gone so long. Life update. 2023-12-1807 min

Fun is FundamentalTake a moment today to add some yay! (with Stephanie Rose)Stephanie Rose is the owner of Firefly Scout, the guidebook for helping moms grow their glow and find magic in the everyday. In our conversation, we talked about daily steps to build a more intentional, joy-filled life. Find her at: https://www.fireflyscout.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/firefly-scout/ https://www.instagram.com/FireflyScout/ Please subscribe, rate, and review! What's your play personality? https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality Send inquiries and comme...2023-12-1152 min

Fun is FundamentalStrategies for finding more peace (with Kimberly Braun)Kimberly Braun, impelled from earliest childhood experiences, has spent over a decade as a monastic nun exploring the path of Presence. With a master's in theology, she lives to inspire others to connect to, and live from, Divine Love at their center. She is a TEDx speaker and former meditation faculty at the renowned Omega Institute. Kimberly's communication skills ignite transformation on all levels serving others to lives of greater freedom and joy. She has served tens of thousands through her writing, speaking, retreats, online courses and community and has two new books in 2023. Her new book, Miracles in...2023-10-301h 00

Fun is FundamentalHow to support caregivers (with Erin Copelan)Erin is a speaker, best-selling author, licensed massage therapist, and real estate investor. In 2009, she was appointed sole Caregiver to her husband as he was diagnosed with cancer, underwent multiple surgeries, and a successful liver transplant. With caregiving experience that spans over a decade in multiple states with multiple medical centers, Erin was called to share her stories with the underserved caregiving community. She was called to share hope, community, and love. Erin is a UNOS Ambassador helping to spread the word of the importance of organ donation. She loves writing, the ocean, snuggling her kitties, and learning pottery.2023-10-0252 min

Fun is FundamentalHow mindfulness leads to more happiness (with Ashley Williams)Ashley Williams has dedicated her career to helping individuals and organizations increase their overall happiness and satisfaction in life. Ashley is an emotional wellness advocate and the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Clymb, an emotional wellness software for school-age children. She is the 2022 Culture Builder of the Year for Baltimore, which honors her work to make children’s happiness a policy priority. Ashley is an avid meditation practitioner who is passionate about sharing the transformative power of mindfulness with others and believes that it has the ability to improve the quality of life for anyone who is w...2023-09-1150 min

Fun is FundamentalThe Extraordinary Unordinary You (with Simone Knego)SIMONE KNEGO leads an ordinary life filled with extraordinary moments. As a wife, mother to six children (and three dogs), and a serial entrepreneur, she splits her time between her family, businesses, and personal growth. She’s realized the small choices she makes every day to do good actually have the power to inspire others. With her book, The Extraordinary Unordinary You, she hopes to inspire you to embrace life’s ups and downs and realize the impact you’re making on the world. Find her at: https://simoneknego.com/ Please...2023-08-2854 min

Fun is FundamentalHow to cultivate an abundant mindset (with Martin Salama)Martin Salama is known as the Architect of The Warriors L.I.F.E. Code. He specializes in helping people frustrated in their life quickly shift their mindset to UNCOVER their greatness so they can live their true potential and enjoy LIFE! The key to his success is, he’s mastered the ability to Live Incredibly Full Everyday! Which he turned into the acronym L.I.F.E. and created the Warriors L.I.F.E. Code coaching program. In our brief conversation, we talked about how to change our lives through changing our mindset. Martin is the author of W...2023-08-1437 min

Fun is FundamentalFinding Purpose Beyond Motherhood (with Bridget Belden)Bridget Belden is Founder and CEO of Magenta Consulting, a coaching organization providing world class tools to empower women to discover who they are beyond being a mom. Bridget is an award-winning speaker. Magenta Consulting supports moms through life-changing one on one coaching and free transformational workshops, reconnect with who they were before they had kids in pursuit of a life of passion and purpose. Connect with Bridget: https://www.bridgetbelden.com/ Please subscribe, rate, and review! What's your play personality? https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd1...2023-07-3157 min

Fun is FundamentalLove yourself first (with Judith Marin Costa)Judith Costa is an Unconditional Love Coach, Seminar Leader, Writer, and Speaker, with a Master’s Degree in Analytical Psychology and Psychotherapy and an MBA. She is a certified consultant and teacher of the Akashic Records, a Reiki Master, and a certified Happiness Trainer. Judith works with groups and individuals to help them overcome their inner blocks to Love and know themselves better. She specializes in helping her clients have a better relationship with themselves, which transforms their lives, allowing them to create abundance, wellbeing, better relationships, and become happier. Find out more at: https://ww...2023-07-1753 min

Fun is FundamentalCreativity and mental health (with Diana Stelin)Diana Stelin is an artist and speaker who teachers workshops to people of all ages to help them to connect to their creative side. She published a highly acclaimed novel about the importance of art for our psyche, and in recent years has presented a TedX talk on using creativity to fight burnout, appeared as a guest on multiple podcasts, wrote a children’s book, founded a clothing line based on her art, and exhibited her work at the 2022 Venice Biennale. In this interview, we talk extensively about the importance of art to increase mental wellbeing and co...2023-07-0353 min

Fun is FundamentalGoat Yoga!I tried goat yoga for the first time! Episode complete with goat sounds. Look out for adorable pictures on Instagram. Please subscribe, rate, and review! funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com FB: @funisfundamental IG: @funisfundamental 2023-06-2918 min

Fun is FundamentalWhy I’m quitting true crime...againIn this episode, I talk about my own personal reasons I'm quitting watching true crime for my mental health. Please subscribe, rate, and review! funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com FB: @funisfundamental IG: @funisfundamental 2023-06-1914 min

Fun is FundamentalCan your habits affect your happiness? (with Jason Harwood)Jason Harwood is a speaker and coach (and fellow podcaster) who focuses on the fun side of habits! Not just any habits, the habits that make you happier. Jason has spent a decade working with hundreds of leaders across the country to focus their growth on their top priorities. Jason has received local and national awards for speaking, but what matters even more is the growth at the companies that he works with. Most important are the lifestyle improvements that have been realized as a result of the principles Jason teaches. https://thejasonharwood.com/ 2023-06-1256 min

Fun is FundamentalTravel diaries: MiamiIn this episode, I take about a lot about food and animals. Apparently, this is what matters to me in a vacation. Please subscribe, rate, and review! What's your play personality? https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com FB: @funisfundamental IG: @funisfundamental 2023-06-0520 min

Fun is FundamentalHow Can Centering Prayer Help You? (with Rich Lewis)Rich Lewis is an author, speaker and coach who focuses on centering prayer as a means of inner transformation. He teaches centering prayer in both his local and virtual community and offers one-on-one coaching. Rich’s newest book is titled, Sitting with God: A Journey To Your True Self Through Centering Prayer. Learn more about him at www.SilenceTeaches.com. Please subscribe, rate, and review! What's your play personality? https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com FB...2023-05-291h 00

Fun is FundamentalIf you do what you’ve always done, you’ll get what you’ve always gotten. (With Rodolfo De Angeli)Over the past 12 years, Rodolfo has helped tens of thousands of committed men and women conquer fears, heal trauma and find their bliss. Rodolfo uses his life lessons, Buddhist practice, ancient philosophy, and modern strategies helps anyone committed change their lives and find their bliss. https://www.rodolfodeangeli.com/ https://www.7daygratitudejourney.com/gratitude-journey-start https://www.facebook.com/rodolfo.deangeli.3 https://www.instagram.com/rodolfodeangeli/ Please subscribe, rate, and review! funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com 2023-05-151h 18

Fun is FundamentalHow’s your inner child?Just taking about getting in touch with my inner child. Please subscribe, rate, and review! What's your play personality? https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com FB: @funisfundamental IG: @funisfundamental 2023-05-0808 min

Fun is FundamentalThe best teacher in life is your own experience (with Chancellor Jackson)Chancellor K Jackson (1995) was born in Fulton County, Georgia, to Native American parents, grew up in Smyrna, Georgia, and attended Stetson University. For nine years he played football at the high school and collegiate level. After graduating with a Bachelors Degree in Communication and Media Studies, Chancellor lived abroad in China from 2018-2019. Chancellor fell into writing after his traumatic experience of being arrested, and detained in Beijing for 14 days. His first book, "14 Days in Beijing" has ranked #1 over fifteen times on Amazon in multiple genres. Chancellor has also released a romance saga about a mans first step towards...2023-05-0149 min

Fun is FundamentalIf there is no struggle, there is no progress."If there is no struggle, there is no progress." Frederick Douglass I've been struggling. That's the long and short of it. Please subscribe, rate, and review! What's your play personality? https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com FB: @funisfundamental IG: @funisfundamental 2023-04-2409 min

Fun is FundamentalCan Ancestral Healing help you? (With Liza Miron)Liza Miron’s passion is to see people grow, develop, connect to a higher level of awareness and this way enjoy life to the fullest. For the past 15 years, Liza has been working with clients using different healing methods that include Family Constellations, Coaching, EFT, NLP, meditation, channeling, and reiki. Studying and living in USA, France, Singapore, Belgium, Spain. Italy and Guatemala has given Liza a unique perspective on personal development. Find Liza at: https://www.coachingandconstellations.com/ Please subscribe, rate, and review! What's your play pe...2023-04-171h 02

Fun is FundamentalWhy aren’t we having fun?In this episode, I start exploring the barriers keeping us (Americans?) from having enough fun in our lives. This is just an overview. I'd like to go into depth on some of them in the future. Some have no easy solutions, though. If there are any hurdles that I missed, email me at funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com. You can also find me at: IG: @funisfundamental FB: /funisfundamental Please subscribe, rate, and review!!! 2023-04-1026 min

Fun is FundamentalLoving Life after Loss (with Marie Alessi) Marie Alessi is a Mother to two boys, a bestselling Author, Influencer & Speaker. After her husband passed from a brain aneurysm, she found and created her way back to Joy. She instinctively knew it was the only path worthy for their young boys. Her husband had taught her the concept of two choices - and this one was made in his honour, to make him proud. Marie has become a shining example of choosing Love over fear and sadness. In her Movement Marie offers hope, healing & happiness to the world when people expect it the least and need it the...2023-04-031h 01

Fun is FundamentalCurlingWe tried curling, enough said. :) Please subscribe, rate, and review! funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com FB: @funisfundamental IG: @funisfundamental 2023-03-2721 min

Fun is FundamentalWhy do we find things fun? (with Dr. Aaron Ahuvia)Aaron Ahuvia, Ph.D., is a Professor of Marketing at at the University of Michigan and the author of THE THINGS WE LOVE: How Our Passions Connect Us and Make Us Who We Are. He is a research psychologist who has been ranked 22 in the world for research impact in consumer behavior, and is ranked in the top 2% of all scientists in the world across all disciplines by a Stanford University study. He is also nicknamed Dr. (Brand) Love. In this episode, we discuss what makes things fun and how we can teach ourselves to diversify our t...2023-03-2047 min

Fun is FundamentalThere is no conversation more boring than the one where everybody agrees."Conversation about the weather is the last refuge of the unimaginative." -Oscar Wilde Less polite, boring conversations....more honest, messy discussions Please subscribe, rate, and review! Find me at: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com IG: @funisfundamental FB: @funisfundamental What's your play personality? mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality 2023-03-1328 min

Fun is FundamentalIf there is no struggle, there is no progress (with Amir Siddiqui)Amir Siddiqui is a yogi, life coach in the making, and a fierce advocate for personal growth. After a series of both educational and professional failures, he became angry, depressed, and suicidal before hitting rock bottom in 2014. Knowing he needed to turn his life around or he’d never make it, Amir spent close to a decade acquiring the knowledge and implementing lessons to transform his mind, body, and soul. He now strives to help others overcome depression, negative thought patterns, and destructive programming to fully develop their potential for happy, healthy lives....2023-03-0658 min

Fun is Fundamental10 lessons I’ve learned working with the young and the oldIn this episode, I share life lessons that I learned from working with preschoolers for 10 years and now people with dementia. These lessons have had a profound impact on my life and has made me a better person. Please subscribe, rate, and review! funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com FB: @funisfundamental IG: @funisfundamental 2023-02-2727 min

Fun is FundamentalThe world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page (With Dr. Daphne Erhart)With over 25 years of experience in the field of psychology, Dr. Daphne knows how crucial it is to nurture your inner self first. She leads clients through this process of mental, physical, and emotional wellness. She is also a world traveler having traveled to 50 countries and 49 states as of today and is in the process of living her own dreams and taking care of her own soul's desires by taking a year to travel the world as a solo female traveler this year! https://www.spa4thesoul.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@SOULSPATRAVEL ht...2023-02-2045 min

Fun is FundamentalStories, Stories, StoriesThis episode is a little getting to know me episode, where I'm just telling you some stories about my life. Subscribe, rate, and review please! Got a suggestion? funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com Find me: @funisfundamental on IG and FB. 2023-02-1330 min

Fun is FundamentalIt is not a lack of love, but a lack of friendship that makes unhappy marriages. (with Maureen Scanlon)Maureen Scanlon is the founder and CEO of Maureen Scanlon Life coaching. She is an Award-winning Author, relationship expert, motivational speaker, positive change integrator, and spiritual coach who has successfully helped many people, from experienced professionals to young adults and couples. She focuses her tools and techniques on overcoming past negative experiences and making positive changes in our thoughts and lives. Find her at: https://www.lifecoachmaureen.com Book a session right on the website, books available at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Outskirts Press. Speaking inquiries per Media Ki...2023-02-061h 06

Fun is FundamentalWhat’s your play personality?Ever wonder what your play personality is and how that knowledge you can help you incorporate more fun into your life? I want to help you! If after listening to this episode you still have questions about your play personality or you just like quizzes, check out my play personality quiz https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality Please subscribe, rate, and review! funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com FB: @funisfundamental IG: @funisfundamental 2023-01-3032 min

Fun is FundamentalFear is excitement without the breath. (with Donna Tashjian)Donna is the founder of Vibrant Living International, a non-profit organization. She is a Life Mastery Coach, an ordained minister, a podcaster, and an author. She helps bring accelerated transformation to people across the world. She empowers you to master life, spirit, soul, and body. Donna has been speaking and coaching for over 25 years. She has developed powerful programs and workshops to help you through life's transitions and pain to achieve your goals or dreams. She also produces a podcast called “You Were Designed for Greatness” and has written 4 books. Her clients say she has a kna...2023-01-2349 min

Fun is FundamentalSome roads aren’t meant to be travelled alone “Afoot and light-hearted I take to the open road, Healthy, free, the world before me, The long brown path before me leading wherever I choose.” – Walt Whitman, Song of the Open Road In this episode, I am concluding talking about our "Buddymoon" by talking about our UTVing adventure. Please subscribe, rate, and review! What's your play personality? mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality Connect with me: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com IG: @funisfundamental FB: @funisfundamental 2023-01-1612 min

Fun is FundamentalOnly when we are no longer afraid do we begin to live.I wanted to go snorkeling in the Sea of Cortez on our Buddymoon. It didn't go so well... In this episode, I talk about my history with aquaphobia and my continued journey to challenge it. "Fear keeps us focused on the past or worried about the future. If we can acknowledge our fear, we can realize that right now we are okay. Right now, today, we are still alive, and our bodies are working marvelously. Our eyes can still see the beautiful sky. Our ears can still hear the voices of our loved ones." Thich Nh...2023-01-1024 min

Fun is FundamentalHappy New Year! "Each of us has that right, that possibility, to invent ourselves daily. If a person does not invent herself, she will be invented. So, to be bodacious enough to invent ourselves is wise." -Maya Angelou Please subscribe, rate, and review! Get in touch: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com IG: @funisfundamental FB: @funisfundamental 2023-01-0208 min

Fun is FundamentalHow to up your storytelling game (with Sarah Cross)Sarah Cross a Coach in the Art of Storytelling. Sarah Cross is a two-time international bestselling author with her books Ignite Happiness and Ignite your Wisdom. She is also a coach in the Art of Storytelling. She helps people become unforgettable and attract clients who fall in love with their message, by crafting powerful unique stories. Sarah is host of the podcast, Stories that Wow. Through inspiring stories, she reminds people of the awe and wonder in this world, and the possibilities that surround us all in overcoming challenges. Her mission is to create a ripple e...2022-12-2644 min

Fun is FundamentalIt’s that time of year again..."I felt overstuffed and dull and disappointed, the way I always do the day after Christmas, as if whatever it was the pine boughs and the candles and the silver and gilt-ribboned presents and the birch-log fires and the Christmas turkey and the carols at the piano promised never came to pass." -Sylvia Plath. The Bell Jar The holiday season can be hard. It may not alleviate your struggles to know that I'm struggling too, but I am. I can only share pain and let you that you are not alone. And I'm here. Happy Holidays ❤ P...2022-12-2008 min

Fun is FundamentalIf there is magic on this planet, it is contained in water."As soon as I get on my boat, something inside me changes. Then I really feel what living is." -Laura Dekker We spent time on a boat... It was sunset... It was nice. Please subscribe, rate, and review! Connect with me! funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com IG: @funisfundamental FB: @funisfundamental 2022-12-1221 min

Fun is FundamentalMaking Fitness Fun!!!My guest today is Chelsey Pleasant. Chelsey is the founder of HitBodies.com. She started HIT Bodies in 2017 and has helped hundreds of women through the magic of strength training. She is a wife and mother to two adorable, young children. She recently started her own podcast, HIT Bodies. In this episode, we share a honest (and hopefully) helpful conversation about fitness and the achievements and struggles that we all experience around it. Where to connect with Chelsey: hitbodies.com IG: @chelseypleasant TikTok: @chelseypleasant Please subscribe, rate, a...2022-12-0548 min

Fun is FundamentalBuddymoon“Happiness consists of living each day as if it were the first day of your honeymoon and the last day of your vacation.” – Leo Tolstoy Subscribe, rate, and review! email: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com IG: @funisfundamental https://www.facebook.com/funisfundamental 2022-11-2816 min

Fun is FundamentalA story of resiliency and vulnerability with Valerie DavidValerie David is an award-winning actress and writer. Her comedic multi–award-winning, one-woman show The Pink Hulk: One Woman’s Journey to Find the Superhero Within chronicles her motivational journey to become a three-time cancer survivor. Awards include: the Wow Award from Sweden’s Gothenburg Fringe Festival and is the national recipient of The Colby Award for Excellence in the Arts. Valerie’s new solo show, Baggage From BaghDAD: Becoming My Father’s Daughter, recently won the Spoken Word and Theatre Award in Stockholm, which is about her father and his family fleeing Iraq in 1941 from religious persecution and building a new life...2022-11-211h 35

Fun is FundamentalOne day you will look back and see that all along you were blooming. (With Nancy Davis)Nancy Davis’ passion is getting women excited about aging. She launched her podcast, Fire after 50, in June 2022. You can find her on Facebook and Instagram at @fireafter50. Subscribe, rate, and review! What's your play personality? https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality Email: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com IG: @funisfundamental FB: @funisfundamental 2022-09-0950 min

Fun is FundamentalDo not let the roles you play in life make you forget who you areThis solo episode is a little story time/ getting to know me. I explain more about my journey to the realization that I needed to stop being such a people-pleaser so I can discover what I really want and then I can get unstuck from an uninspired life. Please subscribe, rate, and review! Play Personality Quiz https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality Email: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com IG: @funisfundamental FB: @funisfundamental 2022-09-0215 min

Fun is FundamentalCan money management be fun? (With Money Mindset Coach Ashley Bradford)This week's guest is Ashley Bradford. I'd give her an introduction, but she does a better job herself. "I am a Money Miracle Worker; Coach; and Financial Educator. Why this? Because I honestly give a shit that men and women are constantly self sabotaging their lives by stressing over finances- so I help people take back their power and feel more confident when talking about & managing money." Where to find Ashley: FB: https://www.facebook.com/ashley.bradford.792 IG: @ashleymbradford https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality 2022-08-2656 min

Fun is FundamentalWe don’t stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playingIn this episode, I tell a couple of stories about playing with my husband on a playground. Subscribe, rate, and review! What's your play personality? Find out here! https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality Email: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com IG: @funisfundamental FB: @funisfundamental 2022-08-1921 min

Fun is FundamentalLiving a more joy filled life (with Brenda Winkle)Today's guest is Brenda Winkle. She is an energy expert, an empowerment coach, and an Advanced ThetaHealing® Meditation Technique Practioner. As the founder of Yes Academy and The Feminine Voices Rising Sister Circle series, she helps feel better by reducing stress, reclaiming time, increasing energy, and releasing guilt. She is also the host of Waves of Joy Podcast. https://www.brendawinkle.com/ https://www.brendawinkle.com/podcasts/waves-of-joy-podcast IG: @brendawinkle Subscribe, rate, and review! funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com IG: @funisfundamental FB: https://www.f...2022-08-1246 min

Fun is FundamentalCold water is merciless, but righteousThe feeling of the cold water and the hot sun and having the river just flow over your skin like a dolphin wasn't something I had enough words to describe but was the kind of feeling you never forget. - Author: Meg Rosoff Subscribe, rate, and review! https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality Connect: Email: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com IG: @funisfundamental FB: https://www.facebook.com/funisfundamental 2022-08-0519 min

Fun is FundamentalHow to manage stress and anger with James ClemmonsToday's guest is James Clemmons, he is one of the cofounders of Freedom from Anger LLC. Along with his associate, Jonathan, they have over 20 years experience as anger and stress management professionals. In our conversation, we talk about the importance of unplugging and curating what media we choose to allow into our lives to manage anger and stress in our everyday lives. I hope you find some takeaways. Also, the comedian he mentions is named Kyle Kinane. He's pretty funny. freedomanger.com Connect- funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com IG: @funisfundamental ...2022-07-2946 min

Fun is FundamentalChange in all things is sweet. (Update)Today's episode is just a short ditty to update life changes and to share my hopeful future for Fun is Fundamental. Subscribe, rate, and review! Play personality quiz- https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality Connect- Email- funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com IG- @funisfundamental FB- facebook.com/funisfundamental 2022-07-2213 min

Fun is FundamentalJust pet the whale (with Shelly Vecchio)Shelly V is the owner of Gloryus Inc, a lifestyle brand that offers apparel that starts conversations to raise awareness of Mental Health and aids in being your reminder of just how amazing you are when you wear it! She's also host of The Not so Gloryus life podcast where her and guest speakers tell their real honest stories of their mental health journey to show you that you are not alone and create a community of listeners who support one another! Shelly is also an Mental health and Mindset coach for women who want to relieve...2022-07-1558 min

Fun is FundamentalThe woods are lovely, dark and deep...In this solo episode, I talk about my complicated relationship with camping. Have fun! Subscribe, rate and review! Connect: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com IG: @funisfundamental FB: https://www.facebook.com/funisfundamental 2022-07-0817 min

Fun is FundamentalYou can’t create from a place of depletion. (with Jenny Lee)In this episode, I chat with Jenny Lee about the importance of a morning routine and the ripple effect it can have on your life. Jenny is a teacher of 20 years. She is inspired to help women be aware of their own self care after a realization of how her own lack of self-care had put her in the wrong path. After a few taxing life events, years of self-separation, postpartum depression and divorce, life directed her on the path of self-care and self-discovery. She uncovered her connection to happiness and inspiration through her morning r...2022-07-011h 03

Fun is FundamentalEase, flow, fun (With Paula Yolles)In this episode, I chat with Paula Yolles. She is the owner of Body-Mind-Food Freedom and the founder of the End Emotional Eating with Ease Method. In it we talk about ways to make peace with food and how fun is a piece of the puzzle to end emotional eating. Find Paula at: paula@paulayolles.com www.facebook.com/groups/hellotohealthsisterhood Instagram- @paulayolles Play personality quiz- https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality Find me at: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/funisfundamental Instagram- @funisfundamental Please subscribe, rate, and review and have fun!2022-06-241h 03

Fun is FundamentalYou can’t be unhappy in the middle of a big, beautiful river.This episode was recorded in August 2021. On it, I talk about our exciting day with Jerry’s Rogue Jets in Gold Beach, OR. I highly recommend doing the Express Whitewater Tour if you are ever in the area. https://www.roguejets.com/ Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review. What’s your play personality? https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality Find me at: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/funisfundamental/ https://www.facebook.com/funisfundamental 2022-06-1719 min

Fun is FundamentalThis joy is my Superpower (with Tiffany Guyot Morris)In this episode, I interview Tiffany Morris. She is a mother of four, who has kept her ability to connect with her inner joy. We talk about giving yourself permission to have fun and looking at the world through the eyes of a child. Connect with Tiffany on Instagram www.instagram.com/tiffany8091/ What's your play personality? mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality To connect with me: Instagram: www.instagram.com/funisfundamental Facebook: www.facebook.com/funisfundamental Email: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com Don't forg...2022-06-1039 min

Fun is FundamentalLife is either a daring adventure or nothing at allHi Funseekers! In this episode, I talk about how we salvaged a rainy Memorial Day weekend. Just par for the coarse in the official worst spring in a decade in Seattle :/ We started the Adventure Challenge: Couples Edition (not sponsored.) I highly recommend checking them out. https://www.theadventurechallenge.com/ Also, we watched Licorice Pizza (Can we discuss?) Announcement: We are now going to be weekly and have more interviews coming up! Subscribe, rate and review! Find me at: Instagram- @funisfundamental Facebook- https://www.facebook.c...2022-06-0317 min

Fun is FundamentalThere must be quite a few things that a hot bath won’t cure, but I don’t know many of them.In this episode, we experience a hot tub boat. Yes, a boat that is a hot tub and yes it is as good as it sounds. If you know how to swim how can you resist this phenomenal meeting of two worlds. This is truly the best use of a Sunday evening. Subscribe, rate, and review! https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality For comments, suggestions, or critique: email: funisfunadmentalpodcast@gmail.com Instagram @funisfundamental Like on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/funisfundamental Join our Fa...2022-05-2115 min

Fun is FundamentalI lived in books more than I lived anywhere elseYou know what's better than reading a book? Finding someone to then talk about it with and that's what I did! I started a book club and I'm super excited about it. Listen in as I talk about why I started it and what it has brought to my life. email: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @funisfundamental Find me on Facebook at Fun is Fundamental podcast. 2022-05-0620 min

Fun is FundamentalThe archer who misses his mark does not blame the target. He stops, corrects himself and shoots again.In this episode, we went to an archery range. I talk about focus, mindfulness, and persistence as I tried to hit my target. What's your play personality? Take the quiz. https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality Have any suggestions or feedback: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com Follow me on: Instagram: @funisfundamental Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/funisfundamental Please rate, review, and subscribe! 2022-04-2218 min

Fun is FundamentalHolding on to anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die.In this episode, I talk about my feelings about going to a rage room. The pros and cons of smashing things and exploring healthy aggression in a society that stifles it. Play personality quiz- https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality Instagram- @funisfundamental email- funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com Find me at Facebook at Fun is Fundamental podcast! 2022-04-0832 min

Fun is FundamentalI don’t need alcohol to see the world in its depths, I carry the sun in me.My guest today is Lisa Twombly. She is a sobriety coach and runs the Better Off Sober Sisterhood. We talked about the joys of sobriety and how she is having so much more fun being sober than when she was drinking. Find her @betteroffsober on Instagram and you can join the Better Off Sober Sisterhood on Facebook. Play personality quiz- https://mailchi.mp/2d4dfd12e70a/playpersonality Instagram: @funisfundamental Find me on Facebook at Fun is Fundamental funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com Subscribe, Rate, and Review please 2022-03-2541 min

Fun is FundamentalLet us be grateful to people who make us happy, they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.Let us be grateful to people who make us happy, they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom. -Marcel Proust In this episode, I talk about the enjoyment of getting a house together with a few of my girlfriends over a weekend and and the effects of good friends for the mind, body, and soul. If you have comments or suggestions, please email at funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com Follow me on Instagram @funisfundamental Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/funisfundamental Join our Facebook group ht...2022-03-1124 min

Fun is FundamentalTime spent with cats is never wastedIn this episode, I discuss going to two cat cafes and the pros and cons of such establishments. Then, I talk about the benefits of pet ownership for the mind, body, and soul. If you have any suggestions or feedback email: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @funisfundamental Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/funisfundamental Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1607697016080619 2022-02-2521 min

Fun is FundamentalTo love and be loved is to feel the sun from both sidesBarely in time for Valentine's Day, I'm talking about how romanticism in the media has skewed our expectations of love and how it has hurt American relationships. Instagram: @funisfundamental Email: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com Find me at Facebook at Fun is Fundamental Podcast and join our group! 2022-02-1244 min

Fun is FundamentalFilm as dream, film as music.Cinema expresses the heart and soul of what it means to be human. We are at a turning point in how media is consumed and we are seeing the demise of many movie theatres in the process. This is my take on why I think we need cinemas and should show up to save them for ourselves and future generations. Don't forget to subscribe and rate!!! If you have an episode idea or feedback email me at funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @funisfundamental Find me on Facebook at Fun...2022-01-2317 min

Fun is FundamentalMusic is the moonlight in the gloomy night of life.As we ended 2021, I went to see my first in-person music show. God, how I missed experiencing live music with other people. The energy was exhilarating. Thank you, Somesurprises, for the invite! Hope you enjoy the last episode of 2021 and the 10th episode of the podcast. Be well and Happy 2022! email: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @funisfundamental Facebook: @funisfundamental and we have a Facebook group! 2022-01-0116 min

Fun is FundamentalIt‘s the most wonderful time of the year!!!I love Christmas and I'm unashamed about it. In this episode, I talk about what I love about Christmas and why. Email: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com Follow on Instagram: @funisfundamental Find me on Facebook: @funisfundamental Also, I'm starting a group on Facebook! 2021-12-2112 min

Fun is FundamentalBe Afraid...Be Very Afraid!Another Halloween minisode, this one combines movies and the great outdoors. Listen if you dare, mwahahaha... Instagram: @funisfundamental Email: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: @funisfundamental 2021-10-2611 min

Fun is FundamentalHalloween costumes!I love Halloween and couldn't let the occasion pass without a shoutout to my favorite holiday. This is a short episode about my personal philosophy on Halloween costumes. Check out Instagram for some of my past Halloween looks and to maybe help me decide my costume for this year! @funisfundamental 2021-10-1712 min

Fun is FundamentalNature is loved by what is best in usIn this episode, we explore the healing power of nature. I discuss the scientific evidence of what happens in our bodies when we spend prolonged time in nature. 2021-08-0219 min

Fun is FundamentalThe Heart is a Lonely HunterNo this episode isn't about Carson McCullers's debut novel, but it is about loneliness and isolation. As the world opens up and we start heartily socializing, I wanted to look at how loneliness is damaging to us and how maybe we can support ourselves and others during these struggles. 2021-06-1720 min

Fun is FundamentalTake the mundane and make it CUTE!How much fun do you have on a daily basis? In this episode, I take on the task of taking my boring lunches off the menu and replacing them with bento boxes. I may be on a cute overload after this. Also, can you train yourself to have more fun? Theme song: Snow Angel- GGR Find me: Instagram- @funisfundamental Email- funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com Coming soon: Play personality quiz and Fun is Fundamental Facebook group 2021-05-1316 min

Fun is FundamentalWho doesn't love Whitney Houston? It's important to find ways to have fun during this pandemic. No, virtual karaoke isn't a replacement for the real thing, but is it still fun? Theme song: Snow Angel by GGR Instagram: @funisfundamental Email: funisfundamentalpodacst@gmail.com 2021-05-0413 min

Fun is FundamentalLet's Build a Snowman!In this timely episode of Fun is Fundamental, we play in the snow. Then I talk about my experience and how it made me feel. Theme song- Snow Angel by GGR from Tribe of Noise Instagram: @funisfundamental Email: funisfundamentalpodcast@gmail.com Please share your ideas of other fun activities I should try! 2021-04-2714 min

Fun is FundamentalFun is Fundamental IntroductionWelcome to the first episode of Fun is Fundamental. In this episode, I explain why I am doing this podcast and what to look out for in the future. We are also starting to explore what makes something fun. My hope is that this podcast inspires others to pursue a more fun and fulfilling life. Book mentioned: Play by Dr. Stuart Brown Theme song: Snow Angel by GGR 2021-04-2012 min