In this episode, Good in Motion host, Juliette Fiszka, shares her journey from feeling overwhelmed and overworked to finding clarity through focusing on fewer goals. Inspired by insights from personal reflection, Juliette explains how shifting her mindset and narrowing her focus helped her make meaningful progress. She offers practical advice on setting achievable goals, finding balance, and embracing the power of doing less to accomplish more.

• Focusing on fewer, more meaningful goals can lead to greater progress and satisfaction.
• Creating space for reflection can help clarify what truly matters in both personal and professional life.
• Choosing to expand our comfort zone rather than stepping outside of it.
• Narrowing focus to 1-3 key goals can prevent overwhelm and lead to sustainable growth.
• Being around inspiring individuals can motivate, but it's crucial to focus on one's own path.

Juliette Fiszka is a Balanced Living Enthusiast and the host of the Good in Motion podcast, where she explores all things wellness, mental health, and personal growth. Juliette is passionate about helping busy professionals break free from overwhelm and create fulfilling lives, all while pursuing their biggest goals.

• Conferences: Powerhouse Women (hosted by Lindsey Schwartz), Girlfriends & Business (hosted by Lori Harder, from the Earn Your Happy podcast).
• Podcast Episode Reference: Episode #014 with Sarita Fichtner on Good in Motion (discussing expanding comfort zones).

In this episode of Good in Motion, Registered Holistic Nutritionist Shana Daniel dives into the importance of building sustainable, long-term eating habits over following quick fixes and trendy diets. With over a decade of experience, Shana shares her journey from the fitness world to nutrition, emphasizing the individualized approach she takes with her clients. She offers insights into how whole foods, healthy fats, and balanced nutrition play crucial roles in achieving lasting health goals, while also touching on the connection between mental health and eating habits.

"It's not about fasting. It's not about focusing on one macronutrient [...]. It's about learning how to eat properly and enjoying the spectrum of foods that are out there." — Shana Daniel

Takeaways:

• Sustainable nutrition focuses on whole foods and individualized plans, not one-size-fits-all approaches.
• Avoid quick-fix diets and instead prioritize habits that you can maintain long-term.
• Understanding the difference between habitual hunger and physiological hunger can help break unhealthy eating patterns.
• Healthy fats, such as olive oil and avocado oil, are essential to a balanced diet and should not be feared.
• Supplementation can be beneficial when paired with a smart nutritional protocol.
• Mental health can influence eating behaviors, making a holistic approach crucial.

Meet Shana Daniel:

Shana Daniel is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist with over 10 years of experience helping individuals achieve sustainable health. Starting in the fitness industry as a young adult, she transitioned into nutrition, driven by her passion for food and wellness. Shana emphasizes individualized nutrition plans, using tools like blood work to guide her clients toward better health. She specializes in areas such as fat loss, blood sugar management, and hormonal balance, and takes pride in educating her clients to create lasting lifestyle changes.

Resources:

• Wellnessessity Website
• Shana Daniel's Instagram: @wellnessessity

About our guest: Sarita Fichtner

Sarita is a highly sensitive children's book author who lives on the West Coast of Canada. After struggling for most of her life with mental health, she transformed her world after discovering "The Highly Sensitive Person" by Dr. Elaine Aron. Sarita is now dedicated to a growth mindset, personal development and creating her own reality, all while being mindful of her highly sensitive boundaries. Her debut children's book, "Pop Out Loud, First Day of School", is about embracing emotions and honouring sensitivity in preschoolers and young school aged children. She believes the world will change when we can mindfully embrace who we are from a young age.

Summary:

• Sarita shares her personal journey of discovering and embracing her identity as a highly sensitive person (HSP), and living her dream life.
• She discusses the inspiration behind her children's book Pop Out Loud, First Day of School, which centers on helping children embrace sensitivity and manage their emotions.
• Sarita highlights the importance of mental and emotional health in early childhood education, advocating for more emotional awareness in schools.
• She reflects on how naming and understanding sensitivity as a trait transformed her life, and how it can empower others.
• Tips for highly sensitive individuals on how to thrive by embracing their emotions, setting boundaries, and finding support.

Resources Mentioned:

• Pop Out Loud, First Day of School by Sarita Fichtner is now available on Amazon, worldwide: Amazon.ca, Amazon.com
• Sarita’s website: https://saritaimagined.com/
• HSP self-tests and information: www.hsperson.com
• The Highly Sensitive Person by Dr. Elaine Aron
• Aline Monjardim is the illustrator who contributed to Sarita’s book: www.alinecreative.ca

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In this episode, Nawa Nicole Simon, a seasoned personal trainer with a unique background in arts and dance, shares her journey into the fitness industry. Nawa discusses how her transition from theater and dance to personal training has shaped her approach, making her an expert in helping clients who are new to fitness or recovering from injuries.

Nawa delves into the importance of personalized training, emphasizing the value of tailored workouts that meet individual needs. She explains her specialized approach, including the use of fascia therapy, which helps clients improve movement, reduce tension, and build confidence in their bodies.

Listeners will also learn about Nawa's stress management workshop, designed to help clients integrate wellness practices into their lives. She shares insights on why people seek personal training and offers advice for those considering investing in a personalized fitness journey.

• Nawa's arts and dance background uniquely enhances her approach to personal training.
• Personalized training is crucial for those who are intimidated by traditional fitness or recovering from injuries.
• Fascia therapy plays a significant role in improving clients' movement and reducing tension.
• Nawa's stress management workshop is an integral part of her holistic approach to fitness.
• Clients often seek personal training for accountability and expert guidance in their fitness journey.
• Nawa emphasizes the importance of sustainable, individualized fitness plans that clients can maintain long-term.

Nawa Nicole Simon - A seasoned personal trainer with over 14 years of experience in the fitness industry. Nawa started her career with a background in arts, theater, and dance, which uniquely influences her approach to personal training. She specializes in working with clients who are new to fitness, those recovering from injuries, and women seeking holistic health solutions.

• Nawa Nicole Simon's Fitness Instagram: @nawa_simon_movingpeoplefitness
• Nawa Nicole Simon's Acting Instagram: @nawaactor
• Nawa Nicole Simon's Website: http://movingpeoplefitness.bigcartel.com
• The Good in Motion Website: http://goodinmotion.ca

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In this episode, Marques Ogden discusses his keynote speech titled 'The Ego Mistake: From Eight Figures to $8.25/hr'. He shares his main message of helping people overcome challenges and become the best version of themselves.

Marques talks about his personal journey, including losing his construction company and working as a custodian, which led to his realization, transformation, and inspiration.

He emphasizes the importance of balancing confidence and humility, and how gratitude and wellness play a crucial role in success. Marques also celebrates recent wins, including closing a new sponsor and being hired as a speaker at the Wonder Women Tech event.

• Overcoming challenges and becoming the best version of yourself requires removing your ego and maintaining a positive attitude.
• Personal growth often comes from moments of realization, transformation, and inspiration.
• Balancing confidence and humility is essential for success.
• Gratitude and wellness are crucial for maintaining mental health and stability.
• Finding a balance between career goals, health goals, relationships, and family time is necessary for overall well-being.
• Recent wins should be celebrated and appreciated as a result of hard work and dedication.

Marques Ogden grew up in a single-parent home, where his father’s lessons on perseverance and fairness shaped his values. He attended Howard University from 1998 to 2002, playing Division I football before being drafted into the NFL in 2003. Over five seasons, Ogden played as an offensive lineman for the Titans, Bills, Ravens, and Jaguars, and trained football players in Europe during the off-seasons.

Now a renowned Keynote Speaker, Business Luminary, and Host of the “Get Authentic With Marques Ogden” podcast, Marques has earned a global top 1% ranking for his show. He simplifies success through The Success Cycle and offers guidance on innovation, transitions, and diversity. His inspiring story of overcoming a multi-million-dollar NFL career loss has been featured in Forbes, USA Today, and more.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, if you have about a thousand things to do, if your routine is all over the place, maybe you even have been eating your feelings or binge-watching Netflix to avoid doing the things you know you have to do, and you know you need to get things done to feel better, then you are not alone!

• Master your week with effective planning to overcome overwhelm.
• Boost your productivity with proven time management strategies.
• Discover the benefits of a brain download.
• Learn the art of building a balanced life starting from your calendar.
• Take charge of your well-being by seamlessly integrating health into your daily schedule.

If you're feeling lost and uncertain after a major life change, like the loss of a loved one, and struggling to find your routine, then you are not alone! It's common to feel a sense of disorientation and struggle to maintain your previous habits and plans in the face of unexpected loss.

Trying to keep up with your old routine may feel like a forced effort, leaving you feeling even more disconnected and disheartened.

And instead of finding stability, you may be left feeling like everything is in limbo, with no clear path forward.

• Embracing Unexpected Life Changes: Discover how to navigate and thrive through unexpected life changes with resilience and positivity.
• Manifestation Exercises: Learn how manifestation exercises can transform your mindset and attract positive experiences into your life.
• Finding Routine After a Loss: Explore ways to establish a new routine after a loss, bringing stability and comfort to your daily life.

Does this sound familiar? You've been told to just start investing, but you're feeling lost and unsure where to begin.

The frustration of not knowing where to find Canadian-focused resources for investing might be holding you back.

But imagine feeling confident and knowledgeable about investing in Canada, making informed decisions with ease. It's time to shake off that uncertainty and take control of your financial future.

Let's explore the world of investing in Canada and boost your confidence in managing your personal finances.

• Discover the different ways you can start investing in Canada as a beginner.
• Understand the impact of fees and how they can affect your investment growth.
• Explore the significant benefits of compound interest for Canadian investors and how it can work in your favour.

Jessica Morgan is the founder and CEO of canadianbudget.ca. She is passionate about personal finance and helping Canadians improve their financial literacy by providing more Canadian-focused financial content. A millennial mom of one, she has a burning obsession with personal finance.

Jessica has a BA in East Asian Studies from York University and a Masters in Business Administration from Toronto Metropolitan University. She is a career public sector employee with a Hybrid Pension and an advocate for Canadian women to improve their personal finance knowledge.