Earn Your Happy

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How our medical system is failing us The impact of food on our health The habits that create better health outcomes Why diets don’t work The dangerous effects of sugar intake   Resources: themodelhealthshow.com Read: "Eat Smarter" Read: “Sleep Smarter”   Show Notes: Shawn Stevenson is back! The last time he was on the show, he completely rocked my world. If you want to change and upgrade your life, Shawn will not only teach you how, he will give you the science behind why it works. He is one of the best people to talk to if you’re interested in just getting better in all aspects of your life. We are capable of being so much smarter, happier, and healthier than we give ourselves credit for, and there are just a few tweaks we can make to become who we want to be. Question Highlights:   What are the shifts we can be taking to make changes of perspective? How does our perception of food impact our minds and bodies? How do they make unhealthy food so addictive? How can food affect our relationships and emotional intelligence?   Guest Bio: Shawn Stevenson is the author of the international bestselling book “Sleep Smarter” and creator of The Model Health Show, featured as the number #1 health podcast in the U.S. with millions of listener downloads each year. A graduate of the University of Missouri–St. Louis, Shawn studied business, biology, and nutritional science, and went on to be the founder of Advanced Integrative Health Alliance, a company that provides wellness services for individuals and organizations worldwide. Shawn has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, The New York Times, Muscle & Fitness, ABC News, ESPN, and many other major media outlets.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Starting a business on the cheap How to manage overwhelm Making fun a priority Why there’s only a Plan A Fixing your limiting beliefs   Resources: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Text ELITE to 310-421-0416 to join our elite mastermind   Show Notes: We’re doing a quick Q&A, because there’s always time to fit in inspiration! Questions: Best way to begin a business or side hustle when you don’t have the income yet? What are some ways to manage overwhelm when you work 9-5 while building your side business? I love being weird and having fun, but I find myself being so damn serious. Tips for focusing on the fun? How do you plan for having a plan B or plan C if 2021 goes sideways? How do I learn that happiness doesn’t come with a price? You can be happy and not owe anyone anything.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The importance of having a vision Asking how, not why Leaning on friends and mentors Over-serving others Having God-sized dreams Text-based marketing   Resources: fourwestdigital.com/textme   Show Notes: The year is almost over! No matter how this year went for you, it’s going to be a big year for reflection. We’re each going to share three things that saved our butts in 2020, because they are ALL things we need to be doing next year in order to remain successful.

Serial entrepreneur and BossBabe, Danielle Canty, discusses creating a team, defining core values, and facing insecurities in business partnerships. She shares insights on female collaboration, staying true to values, and defining roles within a partnership.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Going all-in on an idea Working hard on your passion Getting your idea into the hands of consumers Hiring above your skill level Making it through hard times   Resources: archerroose.com Instagram: @archerroosewines Use code MERRYMAKER15 for 15% off and $5 shipping on any order   Show Notes: In this quickie interview, Marian Leitner of Archer Roose Wines shares the story of founding an alcohol company, when she knew it was time to go all-in on her business, and how being an entrepreneur is full of hard times. For anyone interested in starting a business, or curious to hear from someone who’s been through it before, this is a great resource.   Question Highlights: Where did the idea for Archer Roose Wines come from, and what was the tipping point that made you go all-in? Did you come across why there weren’t a lot of competing companies in your industry? Who do you go to to help get your idea off the ground? What was a time where you felt close to quitting?   Guest Bio: Marian Leitner-Waldman is the Co-Founder and CEO of Archer Roose Wines. Founded with her husband, David Waldman, co-founder of Pheasant's Tears Winery, Archer Roose is a modern wine company that brings terroir driven wines to consumers with a rebellious spirit. Their wines are served at James Beard Award Winning Restaurants, boutique hotels and hip rooftop bars and have been recognized by Wine Enthusiast, SevenFifty, CNBC, Forbes and the Washington Post for their quality and sustainable formats. Marian holds a B.A. from Johns Hopkins University in International Relations. She is a MassChallenge Finalist and a Babson Breakaway Challenge Finalist, and recognized by the Boston Harbor Angels as one of the top entrepreneurs of the year. While Archer Roose has operations in four countries (Argentina, Chile, France and Italy), Marian lives in Boston's South End with her husband, their son, Lawson, and their dog Flashman.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Sharing your vulnerability Strengthening your dream muscle Setting stretch goals   Resources: instagram.com/drinklitepink   Show Notes: Welcome back to Questionably Awesome! Today, Evans and I are going to be answering your questions around goal setting.   @tracydestefano My goal and dream muscle is weak. How do I strengthen it?   How do you set goals that stretch you yet are attainable?

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How our priorities change over the years My biggest accomplishments Looking ahead to my 50’s The universal lessons I’ve learned One “must do” in my 40’s   Resources: instagram.com/drinklitepink   Show Notes: Age is just a number, but sometimes these milestones will make you reflect on things. Since I just hit my 40th year on this planet, we’re going to take some time to reflect on my biggest accomplishments, what I’m surprised I haven’t done yet, and what’s coming next.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Having a spiritual awakening Being grounded in your truth Holding onto your ego and your old identity The fear of changing and disappointing people The root chakra The sacral chakra   Resources: Learn more: TaylorSimpson.com Instagram: @iamtaylorsimpson Quiz: TaylorSimpson.com/quiz A Taylored Adventure to Happiness podcast: TaylorSimpson.com/Podcast   Show Notes: Taylor Simpson has been in my friend circle for a while, and over the years she has become so unapologetic about her gifts. She helps women tap into a frequency that will attract the abundance they desire, all through tapping into their inner chakra. Her mission is to empower women around the world and to remove the blocks that are holding them back, and she’s going to share with us how you can tap into your own truths. Question Highlights:   How did you get into chakras? Can you explain what it’s like to have a spiritual awakening? Tell me about the root chakra? Can you tell us about the sacral chakra?   Guest Bio: Taylor Simpson is a Spiritual Expansion Mentor who has helped transform the lives of over 1,800 women around the world. She does this by helping women deepen into their Truth through healing childhood wounds, uncovering hidden mindset blocks and getting to the root of all that’s been holding them back from living their most abundant and aligned life! She is the host of A Taylored Adventure to Happiness, founder of The Abundant Life Experience, The Higher Self Mastermind and ASCEND where women every day are fully step into their Higher-Selves, which means calling in their desires effortlessly. Taylor has been featured in media outlets such as The Washington Post, Reader's Digest and delivered training for world-class brands like Mary Kay. As a sought after motivational speaker and Spiritual Mentor, Taylor Simpson is unapologetic about what it takes to receive what you desire, do what you want and become the person you were designed to be. She is on a mission to help every woman create their own #AbundantAF life and to feel good while doing so!

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Eliminating what doesn’t need to be in your life Delegating and asking for help Duplicating activities to making them easier   Resources: onehopewine.com/lori and use code LORI for $10 off your first order   Show Notes: It’s a crazy season right now! I’m sure we’re all feeling a little overwhelmed. I want to talk about some of the things I’m doing in order to negate overwhelm this holiday season. Overwhelm and anxiety are common when things start to get out of control, so it’s important to find ways to deal with it that work for you.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The right mindset when reaching out to a new investor Asking questions to make connections Setting expectations   Resources: instagram.com/drinklitepink Show Notes: Welcome back to Questionably Awesome! Today, Evans and I are going to be answering your questions around networking.   @jennifer_ When reaching out to a new investor, what is your mindset and attitude?   @sheilaabotelho How do I create authentic connections virtually that lead to beautiful, lasting collabs?