Conversations with Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss how to make change work for you by simply reframing your perspective on it. Tune in to hear:Angela shares how she became aware that most of her daily frustrations were tied to a desire for things to stay the same Angela dives into how she changed her perspective on change ultimately giving her confidence knowing that we are never stuckJulie describes the evolution of her relationship with change and through curiosity has been able to view it as a catalyst for growthJules explains how we have the choice to either resist change or explore what it is asking of us We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we are joined by Maddy Wood, a sport psychologist and mental performance coach at Missouri Rush Soccer club. Maddy herself played soccer for Missouri Rush before going on to play at the collegiate level at Millikin University where she graduated with her bachelor’s in psychology and a minor in health and wellness coaching. She then continued her education at Georgia Southern University receiving her masters in Sport and Exercise Psychology while getting to work with athletes across multiple sports from middle schoolers all the way to Division 1 athletes. Upon moving back to Missouri, Maddy started working at Missouri Rush Soccer Club as their mental performance coach, providing education and support for the staff, the teams, as well as individuals. Tune in to hear:Maddy shares her personal experience as an athlete and what drew her to sport psychologyMaddy explains how emotions impact our logical brain and what emotional dysregulation can look like in individualsMaddy dives into her work as a mental performance coach and discusses the 4 R’s: Recognize, Relax, Reframe, Respond, which is the framework she teaches her athletesMaddy covers the roles of coaches and parents in helping young athletes develop the skill set to emotionally regulate themselves Maddy opens up about how learning and practicing emotional regulation is a skill that impacts life far beyond just sportMaddy Wood: [email protected] hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss the art of separating who we are from what we struggle with as that is the first step needed to overcome anything standing in our way. Tune in to hear: Angela shares recent experiences that brought this topic into her awareness highlighting its value in healing and growth Angela reflects on how she personally separates things she struggles with from her identity which is always a necessary step in the healing processJulie highlights the importance of our “I am” statements in emotionally separating who we are from the things we struggle withJulie takes us through the steps and visualizations she uses for her growth as well as to help support the growth of those around herWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we are joined by Tony Green, a veteran from Re-Emerge who alongside Julie competed in the Tactical Games a few weeks ago. The Tactical Games is a competition that combines functional fitness, endurance, mental toughness, and marksmanship under pressure — designed to push people physically and mentally to their limits. And today Julie and Tony share the insights and perspectives they gained from this experience. Tune in to hear:Julie introduces Tony Green, a veteran from the the Re-Emerge program who she partnered with to compete in the Tactical GamesJulie and Tony share why they decided to participate in the 2 day competition, how they prepared for it, and what they learned from the experienceJulie and Tony open up about what it was like being pushed out of their comfort zones, the growth that came from that, the power of community, and the impact of believing in themselves and each other We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss the benefit of being triggered because once you identify why certain things are triggering you, you can begin to use them as a catalyst for positive change. Tune in to hear:Julie explains that while being triggered does not feel good, it is not something to be ashamed of but rather embraced as a way to gain insight on what parts of you need to be healedJulie opens up her heart and shares how grief has been the biggest trigger in her lifeJulie explains how grief has ultimately been a doorway to the deeper healing of an underlying belief that her depth as a human is a burden to othersAngela then shares a how a recent comment triggered her which served as a catalyst to examine a limiting belief impacting her life more than she was aware of as it has ultimately led to self sabotage Angela explains how this trigger is guiding where she is putting her energy for healing and self growth which is why she sees the benefit in these triggering experiencesWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today's episode, we are joined by Cori and Cami Breen, two women who have been building something together their whole lives. Cori and Cami are sisters, daughters, moms, entrepreneurs and their story starts before either of them was born. Their parents opened their first restaurant in 1981 alongside their grandma, Stefanina. From grade school on, they were making lasagna, bussing tables, and learning what it means to work hard and love people well. When their parents retired in 2018 they took a leap of faith and kept the family legacy alive. That’s where The Grotto Grill, their restaurant, was born. Together they are proof that faith, family, and work ethic are a foundation you can build anything on even when life throws you curveballs. Tune in to hear:Cori and Cami share their family’s legacy in the restaurant business which led them to opening The Grotto Grill in 2019They dive into the trials and tribulations of opening and operating a restaurant learning what perseverance truly looks like Through all the unexpected twists and turns, they are proof that the power of community and faith can get you through anything Cori and Cami embody what it means to walk in faith and show us that when we stay anchored in faith our purpose will continue to unfoldWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss the truth that in every interaction, no matter how small, we are shaping each other’s experience. And sometimes, without even realizing it, we become the answer to someone else’s prayers. Tune in to hear:Angela shares how a recent experience reminded her that we are constantly impacting each other and how our interactions, big and small, can change the trajectory of someone’s lifeJulie provides examples of why it is important to show up each day and follow what you are called to do because in each moment you may be answering what someone was praying for We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss what growth actually feels like and how discomfort is not only part of the process, it is proof that you are evolving. Tune in to hear:Angela describes the overwhelm, discomfort, and doubts she experienced transitioning to her new job which at the end of the day were all indicators of growth and expansionJulie dives into the difference between the discomfort and fear that comes with expansion and the discomfort and fear that comes from dangerOur brains crave the familiar, but in order to grow, we must push through the discomfort in order to continue to expand and evolveWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss bridging the gap between saying what we want to actually living it. In order to have a life in alignment with our desires, we have to become the person who has the capacity to live it out. Tune in to hear:Julie takes us through her own evolution of having a clear vision for her purpose and work to then becoming the person who has the depth and capacity to live out that visionJulie shares client stories of bridging the gap between declaring a goal and actually living out the actions it takes to achieve that goal  Angela shares a recent moment where she became aware that she is living the life she dreamt of which caused her to reflect on all the work she has done over the last 7 years to get to this placeAngela discusses a prompt that made her evaluate where she is putting her time and energy in order to prioritize building the life she wantsWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss being intentional about enjoying the sweet moments of life as there will always be highs and lows and it all goes by so fast. Tune in to hear:Angela talks about how she has found herself searching for things to improve on in life instead of allowing herself to fully be present and enjoy this current season of her lifeAngela shares a reflection she has been using to bring her back to the present moment instantly filling her with gratitude Julie opens up about how grief and understanding the reality of how fast life is has impacted her ability to enjoy each moment in lifeJulie talks about how both her mom and her daughter are constant anchors for her, bringing her back to the present encouraging her to enjoy her life.We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we are normalizing the experience of imposter syndrome and giving some advice that has helped us along the way. Tune in to hear:Angela shares advice her dad gave her in childhood that is helping her navigate a recent experience of imposter syndromeJulie describes the step by step process she uses to navigate periods of imposter syndrome and reminds us all that these feelings are a sign of growthWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss how sometimes the biggest transformations in your life don’t come from a massive overhaul but rather from one small, intentional change. Tune in to hear:Angela shares that impact that eating breakfast has had on her life demonstrating how one simple change can alter the trajectory of your lifeJulie shares real life examples of how one small change done consistently can redirect your path and improve your health and life In a world that tells us to go all in, do more, and push harder, it’s easy to overlook the quiet power of subtle shiftsWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss the value in learning how to regulate your emotions before making choices in order to build the life you want and not just wish for it. Tune in to hear:Angela shares how she started gaining awareness of certain urges that would come over her when she was emotionally dysregulated which lead her to being using the mantra “regulate then respond” Angela discusses how she has been building her capacity to feel uncomfortable emotions and creating the space to respond from a place of intention not autopilot Julie takes us through the step by step process she uses to regulate her emotional state by interrupting the urge, identifying the actual need, and implementing strategies to calm the nervous systemJulie highlights how creating space to regulate ultimately gives you the power to respond how you want to and not just reactWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss the topic of intuition and give some examples of how we have experienced it in our lives. Tune in to hear:Angela shares the news that she accepted a new job and dives into what it has felt like to listen to her gut through this decisionJulie reflects on how listening to her intuition led her to move back to St. Louis where she was able to be with her mom for the last year of her lifeEach example shows how intuition is not always logically, is not always the easiest path, and is not void of doubt and fear, but always leads you to where you are supposed to beWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss the power in experimentation. When we allow ourselves to try out new things, we ultimately open ourselves up to gathering more information and wisdom that can then be used to support our continued growth and goals. Tune in to hear:Julie explains how her innate curiosity primes her to try out new ways of being specifically in the health and wellness world which continues to give her data that guides her decisionsJulie shares how she coaches her clients on experimenting as each individual responds differently to different thingsAngela opens up about how giving herself the permission to try out new habits has lead to massive growth and healing from her eating disorderAngela talks about how in reality trying something new can be extremely scary and stressful at first, but she has seen first hand that what you learn in the process is so valuable and transformative We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss how seemingly small things can in reality be significantly draining our energy. Tune in to hear:Angela shares how Julie inspired her to reflect on what is draining her energy day to day and gives examples of sneaky energy leaks and what she is doing to prevent themJulie discusses how her drive to be efficient has led her to focus on reducing things that are sucking her energy and gives examples of what she has been working on to protect her energyWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss that most of the time there is not a right or wrong decision and how simply making a choice and committing to it brings the clarity we have been searching for. Tune in to hear:Angela shares how she has recently had to make a life decision and how clarity around this decision has only come after committing to itAngela explains that as she moves forward with her decision, she continues to get more information and learn new things with each step that are bringing more and more clarity to her Julie discusses how her natural curiosity has led her to try a lot of different things and how she has learned that more information comes with each step forward that ultimately guides what path she goes downJulie explains how clarity is not a one time thing, but rather emerges gradually once we commit and start moving forward. Clarity that is to be used to guide and direct our path forward.  We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss how memories impact us far beyond our conscious mind as they also live in our body and nervous system. Tune in to hear:Angela explains how memories are stored in our brains, bodies, and nervous systemsAngela shares personal stories of her nervous system’s memories being triggered and how somatic work and graded exposure has helped herJulie discusses how smells, sounds, and sights elicit fond memories in her body brining her a sense of peaseJulie talks about how her aura ring highlighted her nervous system’s response to the anniversary of her mother’s passing despite physically feeling “ok”We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

Intro: On today’s episode, we discuss the energy behind attracting the things, the people, and the opportunities you desire. An energy that is neither passive nor frantic, but rooted in purposeful work. Tune in to hear:We discuss that like a magnet, we all have an electromagnetic field around us and we can attract more things in by increasing that current and/or reducing its resistanceAngela shares the behind the scenes work she has and continues to do to optimize herself on all dimensions opening her up to receiving more opportunitiesAngela talks about how her eating disorder has been the biggest barrier in her life and how a recent period of accelerated healing has correlated with more opportunities coming to herJulie reviews that energy behind our thoughts and feelings and how she integrates this as a practice in her daily lifeJules dives into all the work she has been doing to reduce the resistance, the barriers, and the things that drain her and how this has directly led to so many personal and professional successesWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

Intro: On today’s episode, we are exploring the meaning of legacy, the impact we have beyond our physical presence and lifespan. Tune in to hear: Julie shares a story of her daughter, Clara, and how the spirit of her dear friend who was taken too soon lives on in herJulie reflects on how she has come to know that the way we make people feel in our presence is our lasting impact in the world that exceeds time and space Angela discusses the evolution of her understanding of legacy based on her lived experience remembering her grandmaAngela opens up about others who have deeply impacted her life in a positive way and whose impact she still carries with her every dayWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we are joined by Dr. Ryan Verchota, the founder and clinical director of Optimal Performance in Chicago. Ryan was a collegiate Soccer player who transitioned to marathon running, Ironmans, and Ultra endurance racing events. Ryan has over 15 years of experience in the treatment of endurance athletes, professional athletes and other active-minded individuals. He enjoys working with Athletes on a holistic level and often dives into the Mind-Body connection.  He has a deep affinity towards the power of the mind and firmly believes that the deeper one dives into performance, the mind is ultimately the limiting factor.  Ryan is married with 3 children and spends his time away from the office at the soccer pitch coaching the youth.  Tune in to hear:Ryan opens up about his childhood and how his limiting belief that love comes from performing well kept him small in his pursuitsRyan shares how he dove into personal development in his 20s and how meeting his now wife began expanding his thoughts on self confidence and fear of failureRyan talks about the risks he took professionally in starting his own business and personally in completing ultra endurance events which continue to expand his understanding of the power of his mindRyan discusses how he is using the wisdom he has gained through his journey to help guide his children and the next generationLearn more about Optimal Performance at: opmovement.com We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss the necessity of interrupting a thought, emotion, or habit in order to break the pattern of living as a past version of ourselves to achieve the change we are after. Tune in to hear:Julie reviews the teachings of Joe Dispenza indicating that who we are is largely the result of what we repeatedly think, feel, and do.Julie goes on to describe that therefore we need to interrupt this loop in order to change that identity and create a new future.Angela shares her personal experience of interrupting one of her habits and the change that has come from it. Without interruption, you are biologically living in your past. It just takes one small interruption to become a new version of you.We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we are celebrating our third anniversary by each sharing 3 insights we have learned from our guests that have deeply impacted us. Tune in to hear:Julie and Angela both reflect on the past three years of podcasting and what it has meant to themJulie and Angela both share stories of lessons they have learned from their guests that have impacted their livesWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we are so excited to welcome back Dan Zagorin, to the podcast. Dan was born and raised in Skokie, Illinois, graduated from the University of Iowa with a bachelors in Sociology, and then went on to trade at the Chicago Board of Trade for 25 years. Dan has four children: 2 older boys from his first marriage and 2 young girls with his wife who now reside in Lincoln Park, Illinois. On today’s episode dive deeper into Dan’s life, his marriage, his passions including bridge, and his call to build community and serve others. Tune in to hear:Dan opens up about dating after divorce and how he met his now wifeDan shares insights into his marriage and the work he and his wife continue to doDan discusses how he started playing bridge and the impact it has had on his lifeDan dives into religion, current experiences being Jewish, and his upcoming mission trip to IsraelLearn more about the 3rd Annual Brotherhood Mission to Israel: https://my.jnf.org/annual-brotherhoodLearn more about Victories and the work they do: victoriesformen.orgWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we are so excited to be joined by Amy Bush. Amy is a Southern California native who grew up dreaming of producing fashion shows. After five years of collegiate volleyball, she learned how to thrive under pressure, a path that led her to New York City and to producing some of the industry’s largest events. But during COVID, her body demanded a different pace, marking the beginning of her autoimmune journey.She stepped away from fashion’s relentless rhythm to reset in Denver, then followed a longtime dream to Europe, spending a year exploring, growing, and re-entering the fashion world at the highest level.When her health continued to decline, Amy returned to Denver and turned her focus fully towards healing, finally seeking answers to long-undiagnosed autoimmune diseases and syndromes. Today, she lives in pursuit of balance that is deeply rooted in community, guided by creativity, and learning how to honor both her health and her inner drive. Tune in to hear:Amy’s incredible story from being an elite athlete to a top producer in the fashion world while moving and traveling across the worldAmy discusses her connection to her intuition and how she has learned to listen and act on those gut feelings which continue to guide her decisionsAmy talks about her view of failure and how she would rather fail then miss an opportunity which has been a guiding philosophy in her lifeAmy shares the wisdom she has gained from listening to her body and bringing balance to her life spanning from her health to career to travel and hobbiesWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss both the value of routine and the value of breaking up that routine. Tune in to hear:​Angela reflects on her natural affinity for structure and routine and also how good it feels when she interrupts that routine​Angela discusses research indicating the boost in mood we get from small interruptions in our routine ​Julie reviews the neuroscience of how doing the same thing everyday keeps you living the same life which is essentially living in the past​Julie shares that while routines are helpful, interrupting these unconscious thoughts and actions is the only way to change your state of being and therefore the only way to make change in your lifeWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.

On today’s episode, we discuss a rhythm in life we have both personally experienced. A rhythm where what is meant for us always comes and therefore the work is to just keep showing up. Tune in to hear:Julie discusses her epiphany that: “You don’t have to go out and search to find the next big thing… it comes to you.”Julie reflects back on her past where big opportunities came to her when she was tapped into her essence/her true selfJulie gives examples from her life that remind us all that when you are aligned, what’s for you will find you.Angela talks about how as you live more and more life, you gain the perspective and understanding that things unfold just as they shouldAngela opens up about the period of her life after the end of her marriage and how listening to her gut lead to all the right next stepsAngela shares that the work is to not control the when, where, and how, but to live in alignment with who you are and what is best for you, and the rest will take care of itselfWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss how to navigate those periods of life when you are taken out of your normal routine and stripped of the things that make you feel like you. Tune in to hear:Julie shares her recent medical procedures and the impact they have had on her day to day lifeJulie reflects on the lessons she has learned during this time and the reminder to trust the processAngela discusses experiences she has had and insights she has gained from witnessing her patients navigate periods of rehabilitationAngela highlights the potential for periods of uncertainty to be invitations for growth and evolutionWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss the journey of becoming the person who has the capacity to actually live the life of your dreams. Tune in to hear:Angela’s recent work with a new dietician caused her to reflect on the 21+ year journey she has been on to achieve her goal of living in peace with her body and food  Angela shares her insights on how each time she puts in focused work, she heals a little more and brick by brick is building herself up to be the person who can live out her dreamJulie opens up about her path as a business owner and how she has shifted her energy from doing more to being more of the woman who is already living out her visionJulie highlights how she uses the thought of her future self to makes decisions in the present as she piece by piece is becoming who she needs to be to achieve her goalsWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we reflect on where we are, what we are ready to let go of, and the energy we want to take into the new year. Tune in to hear:Julie and Angela both review their growth in 2025 and discuss the energy and intentions they have for 2026We want to thank each and everyone of you for your support this year and wish you a happy and healthy New YearWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we are joined by Amanda Hake, a 40-year-old woman, wife to her high-school sweetheart, and mother to two beautiful children. After finding herself unhappy and sick and tired of being sick and tired, Amanda embarked on a health journey and today shares her story, the insights she has gained along the way, and the evolution of what this journey has meant to her. Tune in to hear:Amanda explains that after the birth of her second child, she physically and mentally hit rock bottom prompting her to embark on her health journeyAmanda walks us through the steps she took to gain control of her health and how she navigated barriers along the wayAmanda shares how freeing it was to learn that it is ok to not like everything you have to do to live the life you want Amanda discusses how focusing on how she feels versus other metrics has helped her stay consistent and anchored in her journeyWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss the concept of putting down the weight of things that no longer serve us. From guilt we have harnessed to walls we have built, it is time to free ourselves from the extra burden of things that no longer support us and our future. Tune in to hear:Angela talks about how the weight of her backpack directly affected the ease of her forward progress when hiking Mt. Kilimanjaro and how this was a metaphor for her lifeAngela reflects on how the walls she had built to protect her heart are no longer needed and how holding on to them is just weighing her down Julie opens up about being in a season of expansion which is requiring her to release old beliefs in order to make room for what she is becomingJulie shares wisdom about the timing of when old thought patterns stop serving us and the courage it takes to put them down We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss our insights and strategies to help lessen the pain that periods of suffering can have on us. Tune in to hear:Julie reviews the difference between pain and suffering and how the stories we create about our experiences lead to our sufferingJulie opens up about about her personal experience of pain and suffering and the steps she has been implementing to help her through the ebbs and flows of her emotionsAngela explains the healing component of connection and being understood when it comes to sufferingAngela shares both experiences that have pulled her out of periods of suffering as well as the intentional work and strategies she has been implementingWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss the idea that while experiencing pain is inevitable, we may have more control than we think over our suffering. Tune in to hear:Angela talks about how her experience camping on the mountain caused her to reflect on the concept of suffering Angela discusses how suffering is largely due to the belief we put on the experiences we go through and is therefore in our controlJulie explains the difference between pain and suffering and highlights how pain is part of life, but we have choice over our suffering Julie opens up about both the pain and suffering she feels regarding losing her mom and how she reframes her beliefs to loosen the grip suffering has on herWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we are discussing  how to self-soothe, to know what you need and to give yourself permission to have those needs met. Tune in to hear:Julie shares how a conversation with her client prompted her to reflect on how she calms herself down in stressful situationsJulie discusses how she has learned to tune in to what she needs in the moment to regulate herself when life gets chaoticAngela opens up about going through a busy period of work making it difficult to implement healthy strategies to manage the stressAngela talks about how she is focusing on identifying her needs and working on giving herself permission to have those needs met as she navigates this stressful period of time We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we are beyond excited to be joined by Angela’s life and adventure partner, Matt Davis, to dive into his story and journey of hiking Mt. Kilimanjaro. Tune in to hear:Matt opens up about his childhood and early adult life and how turning 30 made him reflect on who he was and how he wanted to liveMatt shares how he first got the idea of hiking Mt. Kilimanjaro and how he kept space for it until the time was rightMatt shares his experience on the mountain, the feelings he had summiting, and the life lessons he took from the whole adventureWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we are debunking the old “over the hill” saying and proving that things just keep getting better. Tune in to hear:Julie discusses how she set a new mile PR at 39 which caused her to reflect on the potential to always be improving which contradicts what we hear in societyJulie shares how she applies the wisdom she has gained from experience to continually accomplish more and moreAngela talks about examples of individuals who achieve great things at a variety of ages proving that our best may still be in our futureAngela explains the placebo effect which highlights the power of our thoughts and how thinking that we are getting better determines our reality We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, Angela shares the details of her experience summiting Mt. Kilimanjaro, the tallest mountain in Africa and therefore one of the seven summits in the world. Tune in to hear:Angela gives information about Mount Kilimanjaro and the route she chose to hikeAngela details the people, the logistics, and her campsite experiences on the mountainAngela discusses her experience summiting the mountain and one major insight she gained from this journeyWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we are talking about ‘listening’ as we all may need a reminder of its intent and its impact. Listening is the conscious act of paying attention to and making sense of what someone is communicating, with the intent to understand rather than simply to respond. Tune in to hear:Julie shares how her experience working with veterans and taking the time to listen to their stories have expanded her perspective and understandingJulie gives real life examples of the power and value behind making others feel heard Angela discusses how listening is the key to the most effective form of communicationAngels opens up about the personal benefits she gets from interacting with a diverse patient population as it expands her perspective of the world and herselfWe leave you with a call to action: Let's try to listen to each other. Not to agree, but to understandWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we are discussing the concept of cognitive distortion and the power we have to reframe the meaning of any experience. Tune in to hear:Angela defines cognitive distortion and gives examples of how our brains have the tendency to automatically make situations seem worse, more negative, or more threatening than they really are.Angela explains how we have the super power to change our thoughts and therefore give our lived experiences whatever meaning we want to Julie opens up about the wisdom she gained from her mom around gratitude for things we “get” to do Julie provides real life examples of cognitive distortion especially as a mom and how to gain awareness and change the narrative We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss the concept of Psychological Richness, which emphasizes the importance of embracing challenges, curiosity, and a variety of experiences in life as they contribute to a more fulfilling and meaningful existence. Tune in to hear:Angela explains that psychological richness is one of the three main components of a well lived life described in psychology and well-being research characterized by variety, complexity, and perspective-changing experiences. Angela opens up about going through the end of her marriage and explains that while it was extremely painful, it ultimately expanded her resiliency, empathy, and wisdomJulie shares how the hard, especially grief, has deepened her inner world, reshaped her, and expanded her true understanding of life Julie gives examples of how she adds psychological richness to her life through curiosity, connecting with people from different backgrounds, reframing hardship, and practicing reflectionWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss the space between the old version and the new version of yourself. A space where you begin to see both versions more clearly which can be messy and hard, but ultimately is the change you are working towards. Tune in to hear:Angela discusses recent conversations that made her reflect on the messy middle and arrive at the understanding that the frustration that comes from more awareness is in fact the path to changeAngela shares personal experiences of living in this space and how small daily adjustments are the steps to the new version of herselfJulie opens up about her current experience of being between a version of herself she has outgrown and the new version she is becomingThrough her example, Julie reminds us that while this in between space is hard, it is also the indicator that you are changingWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we are so excited to be joined by Tim Frenkel. Tim was born and raised in Deerfield, Illinois, received his undergraduate degree in marketing from DePaul University, and now resides in Chicago where he works as an account manager at a marketing research firm. Tim is here to share his journey of reconnecting with his spark: that inner essence, that inner joy we all have. Tune in to hear:Tim explains what the word “spark” means to him and how reflecting on childhood can give clarity on what that spark is for each of usTim opens up about his transition to the work force after college and how a combination of life circumstances began to dim his sparkTim talks about how awareness was the first step is making a change in his life and how he then began taking one small step at a time to rebuild and reconnect to his sparkTune in to hear how Tim is now keeping his spark fueled by engaging in activities that embrace humor, creativity, and play Follow Tim: @hi_Im_timaWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss the thought that maybe instead of trying to change who we fundamentally are, we should rather put our efforts towards channeling who we are into things that matter most. Tune in to hear:Angela shares how she recently found herself questioning all aspects of her life and how reading about channeling our energy towards things that matter to us helped her reframe her mindset about change Angela reflects on how energy can not be created or destroyed but rather can be channeled and transformed to achieve great thingsJulie discusses the idea of “staying in your zone of genius” and the value of honoring your personal strengths and passionsJulie opens up about her evolution of learning how she personally operates best and how that impacts all aspects of her lifeWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss our insights, strategies, and tips and tricks on how to protect your peace and maintain your energy. Julie breaks down the importance of understanding both what brings you peace and happiness and what takes away from your peace and happinessJulie explains hard and soft boundaries and gives real life examples of both which she sets with others and herselfJulie reminds us all to prioritize the people, places, and things, places, that bring us peace in this lifeAngela reflects back on her personal evolution in figuring out how to protect her peaceAngela shares how learning about codependency and healthy boundaries ultimately changed how she lived her lifeAngela goes through different strategies she has found beneficial in protecting her peace and encourages others to begin experimenting for themselvesWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss the value of being present in what you are doing as we live in a world that is busier than ever and is pulling us in a million different directions. Tune in to hear:Julie explains how her relationship and experience with grief brought this topic into her awareness as she hopes to maximize her time and impact here on earthJulie discusses how her busy life and the many hats she wears can pull her attention in so many directions prompting her to develop a practice of returning to the present momentAngela opens up about her recent reflections on how fast time is going and how easy it is to let our hectic lives steal our attention Angela shares wisdom that is currently resonating with her to let impermanence inspire her to be ever more present with the beautiful moments of lifeEverything is fleeting, so keep practicing being present with the people and things that bring you joy  We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss synchronicities: Those moments of meaningful coincidences that seem too perfectly timed to be random and leave us feeling deeply connected to others and the world beyond us. Tune in to hear:Angela defines what synchronicities are and gives some real life examplesAngela shares highlights from their recent girls’ trip which was full of synchronicitiesJulie discusses her relationship with synchronicities and answers questions on how she becomes aware of them and uses them for guidance  We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

Today’s episode is a birthday surprise for my co-host, Angela. I gathered messages from the people who know her best. This bonus episode is a celebration of the impact she makes just by being herself.Tune in to hear:A joyful, tear-worthy reminder of how beautiful Angela's heart and soul is. The themes that show up when a community speaks from the heartA gentle nudge to celebrate your people—out loud, while they can hear it. Angela, I love you so very much. Thank you for being you. Love, Jules

On today’s episode, we discuss the therapeutic and therefore positive side of distraction. Tune in to hear:Angela shares how she previously viewed being distracted in a negative light until recent life experiences shifted her perspective and showed her the positive side of distractionAngela discusses how she learned that distraction is actually a tool and when used properly can provide great benefitJulie discuss the value of understanding self in order to be strategic with the use of distractionJulie provides examples of how she determines how and when distraction serves her wellbeingWe hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang

On today’s episode, we discuss the truth that healing and growth can occur at any time and any age. That it is never too late to start or to continue to evolve as a person. Tune in to hear:Angela shares the experience that prompted this topic as a comment from her boyfriend brought awareness to and starting healing a wound in her she did not even know she had Angela optimistically reflects on how we always have the potential to continuously understanding ourselves more throughout our entire life Julie discusses how she gained awareness that a perception she had of herself was limiting her from living out her full purpose as a communicator and the work she is continuously doing to overcome itJulie shares a story of a client that encourages us all to view the fact that the work never ends with excitement We hope you enjoy this conversation and share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on ITunes/Spotify. And please hear us when we say, you are extraordinary. Go be you, the world needs you.Love, Jules & Ang