Balance 4 Life: Recent Episodes
Balance 4 Life
A weekly deep dive into the 4 pillars of health - physical, mental, spiritual, financial - intended to help you find balance, achieve greater success, and build a happier life.
With our first ever guest on the podcast we are talking about the comments made by Matt Walsh stating that men shouldn’t cry. We are talking with Chris Wilkins LCSW a mental and behavioral health specialist, and clinical director about the benefits of feeling emotions and showing them.
This week we’re talking about the science behind changing your mind, and how the same concept can be used to change your habits and ultimately the direction of your life.Sources:“Evolve Your Brain” by Joe Dispenza
We discuss setting solid baseline goals for those times when you are feeling less motivated. We also talk about not giving up on yourself just because you might miss a day.
This week we are talking about the concept of perfection. We also discuss setting realistic expectations for yourself and others.
This week we are talking about whether or not to use credit cards. Analyzing the advice of Dave Ramsey, Robert Kiyosaki, and The Money Guys podcast. Kiyosaki: https://www.shortform.com/blog/robert-kiyosaki-debt/#:~:text=If%20you%20have%20credit%20card,are%20probably%20not%20for%20you Ramsey: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/debt/excuses-to-keep-credit-cards. The Money Guys: https://open.spotify.com/show/0W7lo4UBMghDAdrTBCTXXW?si=bGRYsDtjQD-gz0YsYObvTg
We’re talking about how how you practice affects the result. Practice doesn’t make perfect unless you practice perfectly.
This week we are talking about the importance of seeing multiple perspectives, and being open to new information.
Welcome back! We’re re-introducing our 4 pillars of health: physical, mental, spiritual, and financial. We are also sharing with you the exciting new direction of the podcast and our plans for the future!
Do you believe in love at first sight? Hear our thoughts on the topic as we discuss the concept of love in this special Valentine’s Day sequel.
We’re talking about the importance of dating. Dating your significant other, dating your friends, and even dating yourself.
Let’s talk about being open minded, like really open minded. We’re sharing some tips to explore outside opinions and learn from others beliefs.
We’re back and ready to start 2023 with a bang! This week we’re talking about New Year’s resolutions, goal setting, and how to be successful.
This week we’re diving deep and talking about vulnerability. Let’s get a little emotional, and a lot excited about sharing intentionally
Just in time for Thanksgiving, we’re talking about the benefits of gratitude and positive thinking.
In this double topic episode we are talking about fair trading and compromise, as well as the direct correlation between effort and results.
This week we are talking about the Chris Pratt quote - “Eating was fun, but the times between, I felt like crap. Now eating is boring, but the times between eating I feel great”. How sacrificing what you think you want right now can lead to better health in each of the pillars.
This week we are talking about boundaries. The difference between boundaries and avoidance, and how to set healthier boundaries while avoiding avoidance behaviors.
We’re talking about journaling, and the benefits of documenting things like major events and gratitude moments.
This week we talk about personal loss, grief, and coping. We talk a little about the stages of grief, and how important it is to remember that it is a personal experience. Also, how important it is to never compare yourself to anybody else when processing your own loss.
We’re talking about the difference between a thermometer and a thermostat. Do you allow external forces to affect your personal well being, or do you change your perspective and change the world around you?
We’re talking about the article by Kelly Mcgonigal in Greater Good Magazine titled “Five Surprising Ways Exercise Changes Your Brain.” We’ll also discuss how exercise affects the happiness chemicals.
This week we talk about education. Everything from attending college without taking out student loans, to alternative learning styles.
We discuss the power of our thoughts, and how they relate to different aspects of our health.
We are going to discuss how being financially healthy can affect other aspects of your health, as well as a few ways to maintain your financial health.
Resources: Books: Ramsey, Dave. Baby Steps Millionaires. Ramsey Press, The Lampo Group, 2022
Clear, James. Atomic Habits. Penguin, 2018
Podcasts: Preston, Brian and Hansen, Bo. The Money Guy Show
Moss, Wes. Retire Sooner
Blog: Page, Jordan. Fun Cheap or Free. https://funcheaporfree.com
McComb, Corey. Plus/Minus/Equal: A Framework for Growing Your Tribe. https://coreymccomb.medium.com/plus-minus-equal-a-framework-for-growing-your-tribe-47266c027f5a, 2019
This week we’ll be talking about spirituality, religion, and how your belief system relates to overall health and well-being.
Resources: Books: 1 Cor. 6:19
Doctorine and Covenants 89
Seuss, Dr. One fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish. Random House, 1960
Seuss, Dr. Oh the places you’ll go! Random House, 1990
Seuss, Dr. I can read with my eyes shut! Random House, 1978
Articles: Spencer, Maya. What is Spirituality? A Personal Exploration. www.rcpsych.ac.uk, 2012
Perrin, Andrew. Book Reading 2016. www.pewresearch.org, 2016
TV Shows: Povenmire, Dan (as Dr Doofenshmirtz). The O.W.C.A Files, Phineas and Ferb, Season 4 Episode 31, Disney, 2015
Parker, Trey (as Hell Director). Probably, South Park, Season 4 Episode 10, Comedy Central, 2000
This week we’re talking about the keys to being mentally healthy, and what that means for your overall well-being.
References: Website: - What Is Dopamine & How Does It Keep Me Using Opioids? The Coleman Institue for Addiction Medicine, www.thecolemaninstitue.com, 2022 Books: - Sinek, Simon. Leaders Eat Last. Penguin Books Limited, 2014. - DesMaisons, Kathleen. Potatoes not Prozac. Simon & Schuster, 1999. - Clear, James. Atomic Habits. Penguin, 2018. Podcast: - Moss, Wes. Retire Sooner. Movie: - Luketic, Robert. Legally Blonde [film], Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, 20th Century Studios, 2001.
An introduction to the first pillar of health. We talk about key aspects of physical health: exercise, nutrition, hydration, sleep and hygiene.
References: Podcast: - Stevenson, Shawn. The Model Health Show.
*When we refer to natural sleep cycles and melatonin, I got the information directly from one of our children’s therapists. It can be corroborated at these websites: - Seed, Shawna. Melatonin: What It Does and How to Take It. www.webmd.com, 2022. - Suni, Eric. Melatonin and Sleep. www.sleepfoundation.org, 2022
In the second installment of Balance 4 Life, we introduce you to the 4 pillars of health and define what they mean. We’ll also talk about what balance looks like.
Welcome to the Balance 4 Life podcast. In this episode we introduce ourselves, and define what this podcast is - and more importantly what it isn’t.
References: Books: - Byrne, Rhonda. The Secret. Atria Books, Beyond Words Publishing, 2006. - Covey, Stephen. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Free Press, 1989. - Graziosi, Dean. Millionaire Success Habits. Hay House, 2019. Podcasts: - Baker, Tommy. Resist Average Academy. - Stone, Taylor. Vibe Higher. - Nixon, Jay. Thrive Forever Fit.