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The Look Up Mindset
by Heidi Siefkas
The Look Up Mindset is where extraordinary true stories of resilience, transformation, and adventure come to life. Hosted by author, TEDx speaker, and Look Up Mantra creator Heidi Siefkas, this podcast explores the mindset shifts that help people rise from adversity and create a new path forward. Each episode features courageous conversations with sheroes, heroes, and badasses from around the world who have navigated life-changing events, bold reinventions, unexpected detours, and adventures of the heart, mind, and spirit. Listeners gain insights into how ordinary people discover extraordinary strength — and how you can too. The Look Up Mindset reminds us all of two things that we can leverage to pivot our mindset at anytime and anywhere: Be in the moment. Find the upside. Through intimate storytelling and practical wisdom, this podcast reveals how embracing these principles can
Episodes
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Still Looking Up: A Tribute to My Father and the Mindset That Carried Me
In this solo Season 2 episode, host Heidi Siefkas steps away from her usual guest format to dedicate the show to her father, Dr. James Siefkas, a speech and theater professor at UW-La Crosse for 42 years and, as Heidi puts it, the reason she calls herself a storyteller. The episode recaps the...
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Triplets, $80K in Debt & a Dream: A Comeback Story with Norman Calvo
The conversation with Norman Calvo covers the shock of triplets, life in Seattle and New York, the challenges of pregnancy, financial struggles, taking care of the family, overcoming financial hardship, embracing adventure and new opportunities, the power of music and community, and living life…
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Reframing the Unexpected: Becky Onyett's Journey Through Two Open Heart Surgeries
Becky Onyett shares her incredible journey of resilience, from a life-threatening diagnosis to multiple open heart surgeries and recovery. Her story highlights the importance of a strong support network and the ability to find gratitude in challenging situations. Becky's journey is a testament to...
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Fall Down 7 Times, Stand Up 8 with P.J.
P.J. shares his inspiring journey of resilience, transformation, and the power of choice. He emphasizes the importance of looking up, letting go of what's holding you back, and choosing to overcome challenges. His story serves as a powerful reminder that transformation is a choice, and resilience...
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Navigating Life’s Storms with Dr. Carolyn Colleen
What if the storms in your life weren’t meant to break you—but to build you? In this powerful episode, Author Heidi Siefkas sits down with Dr. Carolyn Colleen—researcher, entrepreneur, and TEDx speaker—who shares her deeply personal journey of navigating life’s storms. From standing in line at…
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Life Lessons from the Cockpit with Author and Pilot Donald R. Payseur
What happens when you apply the discipline of pilot training to life and business—and what happens when you don’t? In this episode, author, pilot, and entrepreneur Donald R. Payseur shares a gripping story of resilience—from a near-fatal flight experience as a young pilot to building (and losing)…
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A Journey of Resilience and Stamina with Dr. Marianna Blyumin-Karasik
What does it truly mean to Look Up in the face of uncertainty, adversity, and transformation? In this inspiring episode, Author Heidi Siefkas sits down with Dr. Mariana Blumen-Kararsik (Dr. MBK)—board-certified dermatologist, entrepreneur, and founder of Stamina Cosmetics—for a deeply human...
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Look Up Mindset Podcast Season 1 is a Wrap—Season 2 Teaser
Season 1 of the Look Up Mindset Podcast is officially a wrap—and what a journey it’s been. From extraordinary stories of resilience, transformation, and adventure to powerful reminders that perspective can change everything, this season has proven one thing: we all have the ability to Look Up—to…
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Pain with a Purpose: Creating a Meaningful Mosaic with Krystle Knight
In this episode, "Pain with a Purpose: Creating a Meaningful Mosaic" Krystle Knight shares her journey of resilience, highlighting the transformative power of community support. Krystle's story of overcoming addiction and finding hope is a testament to the human spirit's ability to rise above...
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Living with Grief, but Seeing the Beauty with Mary McQuain
In this episode, "Living with Grief, but Seeing the Beauty" Mary McQuain shares her journey of resilience and transformation after experiencing the unexpected loss of her daughter, Bonnie Sue, and then two other tragic losses within a year and a half. Mary found beauty in grief through gardening…
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Finding the Gift in Your Situation with Michelle Mann
In this episode, "Finding the Gift in Your Situation" special guest Michelle Mann shares her journey of resilience and transformation, highlighting the impact of a life-changing, drunk driving car accident and the subsequent growth and self-discovery. She emphasizes the power of community support...
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Looking Up and Around with Rhonda McGowan
The episode of the Look Up Mindset Podcast features special guest, Rhonda McGowan, and her journey of resilience in the face of a health challenge. Rhonda's story, "Look Up and Around," unfolds through chapters that cover her health diagnosis, impact on personal and professional life, community...
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Tidal Wave of Loss with Amy Becker
In this episode, "Tidal Wave of Loss," Amy Becker recounts her family's tragic loss of Sydney, age 22, followed by the grieving process, and the journey to finding a new normal. In this not sugar-coated and emotional story, Amy highlights how surrounding yourself with the right people is…
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Lessons from a Survivor with Author Mariah Forster Olson
In this episode, "Lessons from a Survivor," the Look Up Mindset dives into Mariah Forster Olson's journey as a childhood cancer survivor, highlighting her resilience, survivorship, and the importance of hope and positivity. Mariah, a real-life shero, also emphasizes the Look Up Mindset and the...
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From Adversity to Purpose with Tom Thibodeau
This episode, "From Adversity to Purpose," with Tom Thibodeau on the Look Up Mindset podcast delves into themes of resilience, community, and servant leadership. Tom shares his personal journey of adversity and transformation, highlighting the importance of compassion, empathy, and the power of...
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Lahaina Rising with Pamela Reader
The conversation delves into the experience of Pamela Reader, a Lahaina resident, and her family who lost their home in the Maui wildfire of 2023. Her family's heroic story of, "Lahaina Rising," recounts life before the fire, the impact of the fire, the process of rebuilding, and the resilience…
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Look Up -Life is Now with Author Sage Adderley
In this episode of the Look Up Mindset, Author Heidi Siefkas invites special guest, peer author Sage Adderley to share her powerful story, "Look Up-Life is Now." Her tragic and unexpected loss of her husband becomes the pivotal moment that leads to a significant shift in her life. Sage shares…
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Testing Look Up - The 2nd Why Behind the Look Up Mindset Podcast
Author Heidi Siefkas shares her personal journey of resilience and life restarts, emphasizing the power of the Look Up mantra in overcoming life's challenges. From her forced life restart in her 30's to then losing her life partner in a devastating plane crash in her 40's, Heidi's story inspires...
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Overcoming Obstacles and Evolving to Your Life 2.0 with Author Heidi Siefkas
Author Heidi Siefkas shares her personal journey of resilience and transformation in this TEDx talk, highlighting the concept of Life 2.0 and the role of adventure in evolving to one's best self. She emphasizes the importance of embracing life updates and the power of post-traumatic growth....
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The Look Up Mindset Podcast Launch Episode - The Why Behind Look Up
Author Heidi Siefkas shares her personal journey of resilience, transformation, and adventure, starting with a life-altering accident and the subsequent rebuilding of her life. Her story inspires the 'Look Up' mindset, emphasizing the importance of being in the moment and finding the upside in...
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Look Up Mindset Podcast with Author Heidi Siefkas Trailer - Coming February 2026
The Look Up Mindset is where extraordinary true stories of resilience, transformation, and adventure come to life. Hosted by author, TEDx speaker, and Look Up Mantra creator Heidi Siefkas, this podcast explores the mindset shifts that help people rise from adversity and create a new path forward....
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Look Up Mindset is where extraordinary true stories of resilience, transformation, and adventure come to life.
Hosted by author, TEDx speaker, and Look Up Mantra creator Heidi Siefkas, this podcast explores the mindset shifts that help people rise from adversity and create a new path forward.
Each episode features courageous conversations with sheroes, heroes, and badasses from around the world who have navigated life-changing events, bold reinventions, unexpected detours, and adventures of the heart, mind, and spirit. Listeners gain insights into how ordinary people discover extraordinary strength — and how you can too.
The Look Up Mindset reminds us all of two things that we can leverage to pivot our mindset at anytime and anywhere:
Be in the moment.
Find the upside.
Through intimate storytelling and practical wisdom, this podcast reveals how embracing these principles can
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The Look Up Mindset is where extraordinary true stories of resilience, transformation, and adventure come to life. Hosted by author, TEDx speaker, and Look Up Mantra creator Heidi Siefkas, this podcast explores the mindset shifts that help people rise from adversity and create a new path forward....
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