The Commitment to Growth Podcast

In the podcast's latest episode, I'm diving deep into your burning questions in our second official listener Q&A session! Join us as we explore various aspects of personal development and health, covering topics such as:

• Strategies to make the gym habit stick and achieve fitness goals
• Cultivating trust in our inner voice to attain our desires
• Techniques for staying present and focused amidst the distractions of our wandering minds
• Overcoming life's dead ends with a sense of purpose
• Understanding how our perceptions and past experiences shape our worldview and our experience of others

Tune in for this insightful discussion and get practical tips to enhance your personal growth and resilience. Don't miss out - you might just unlock your true potential!

Welcome to the first round of the Commitment to Growth Podcast Monthly Q&A series! 5 submissions from regular listeners getting their burning questions answered on all things resilience, self-discovery, relationships, goals, healing, and more!

This month's question submissions were juicy! Make sure to tune in to hear about learning your partner's conflict language, why love does or does not last, how to navigate painful experiences, and how to foster TRUE self-esteem and confidence. Strap in - this is a gold mine!

How did I gain the courage to quit my full-time job to go ALL-IN on my business and travel South America doing it? I'm talking all about that in this episode: how we self-sabotage when life gets good, why you ARE ready to go after your dreams, and how to fully embody this new identity through inspired action. Grab a journal and join me for this empowering and revealing conversation - and send it to someone who needs to hear it!

We've all been told that we are all capable of creativity, but how do we tap into that innate human capacity? Why is it so important that we spend more time in our creative energy? In this episode, we chat about how to step into your creative power, how it is a tool for healing ourselves and others, and why our creative expression leads us to our authentic truth.

To learn more about my signature program, EVOLUTION, and book a discovery call, click here: www.commitmenttogrowth.com/evolution

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2024 begins NOW through the perspectives, habits, routines, and identities that we choose to take on to get ahead of January. In this episode, I'm sharing with you 3 powerful mindset shifts that will bring you more clarity, confidence, abundance, and freedom in the New Year and will power through for the rest of your life. Listen if you are ready to make this your year!

Book a discovery call if you're interested in working with me 1:1 through my EVOLUTION program: www.commitmenttogrowth.com/evolution

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If you've been feeling hopeless, helpless, and unable to rise from the pain and discomfort that you've been feeling, this conversation is for you. We're talking about to shift out of suffering, how to create joy in our lives, and how to really look at the lessons hidden within our most uncomfortable situations. Let's do this.

I am thrilled to sit down with you for this insightful and deeply stimulating conversation with none other than my own godmother, Martha Ezeta! We are talking all things physical healing through emotional and spiritual healing FIRST through the perspective of Teos, the medicine that she has been practicing for years. We discuss the effects of mindset and trauma on the body, how these impacts manifest as physical ailments, and how to take our health back. We also discuss DEATH, and how our relationship to this aspect of our reality can enhance our experience of the now. Buckle in for this fascinating conversation -- you'll want to make sure you're writing stuff down!

The neuroscientist mentioned in this episode is Jill Bolt Taylor

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Do you feel tired of feeling like you aren't leveling up? Like you have so much untapped potential, so much more joy and love that you would like to feel... but it never comes? In this episode, I'm going to tell you exactly how and why you are getting in your own way, and exactly what to do about it! Fasten your seatbelts, this is a good one!

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Registration goes live October 30, 2023!

This week's episode is a juicyyyy chat with Kelsey Moss! Kelsey is in the final stages of her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and is the Owner of KMOSSYOGA. With a background in concussion research, mental health, and neurophysiology, Kelsey bridges the gap between modern neuroscience and yoga by teaching the mechanisms through which mindfulness changes the brain. As a 200-RYT, she is a firm believer in prioritizing mental and physical wellbeing for improving ourselves, communities, and corporations. After suffering from debilitating anxiety for years, Kelsey turned to mindfulness and yoga, and experienced first-hand the benefits studied in the scientific literature. Drawing on her education and experience in psychology and mental health, combined with a relentless drive to connect with and help others, she created Neuro-Informed Yoga and Mindfulness (NIYM). Through workshops, group programs, and public speaking engagements, NIYM is an approach to wellness designed to educate and teach people how to live a more peaceful, informed, and meaningful life with ease.

*TW: sexual assault

To see more of Kelsey's work, follow her on social media!

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From serious doubts about the career I've been pursuing for 10 years, to full-blown canceling the plans that I was planning to take this summer to pursue that dream, 2023 has been a series of plate-fulls of doubts, questions, and disappointing realizations. However necessary, these times can come with a lot of anxiety and uncertainty. In this episode, I'm outlining 3 things that I am practicing consistently to spend more time in my heart rather than my head to carve a new path from the inside out. I hope this helps you if you are at standstill in life at the moment, whatever it may be.

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I am sooo excited to bring you this wonderful conversation from my dear friend, Adrian Leckie. Adrian is a speaker and community leader residing in Toronto, Ontario. Through his leadership in the Imani Black Academic Mentorship Program at the University of Toronto Scarborough, he empowers Black youth to access higher education, fostering their confidence and unleashing their potential. With a passion for equity, Adrian's mission revolves around guiding and inspiring young minds, showcasing the transformative power of mentorship and diversity, as a Youth Empowerment Speaker and Coach.

In this chat, we discuss his journey into public speaker and his recent success as the second place winner of the Speaker Slam competition, "Belonging". We discuss how his passion for bringing people entertainment through acting became a double-edged sword that fueled internal insecurities, and how finding his way through community has fueled how he provides community in his professional life now. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did!

Connect with Adrian on social media:

https://www.instagram.com/adrianleckie/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianleckie/

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When the call is coming from inside the house, how are you answering it? A continuation of part 1 of this episode series, part 2 is all how to build a "warrior" mentality from the inside out. We're discussing how to address triggers and insecurities, and how to start practicing a life of utmost alignment in words, actions, and intentions.

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Want to learn how to get disciplined, organized, and determined...without giving up your social life or the beautiful little simplicities of life or some sleep-ins, and still be a badass, opportunity-manifesting success? In this episode, I'm sharing 5 out of 10 of the things that I continuously apply to and edit in my life to help me live in this mentality. Look out for part 2 next week!

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This conversation was EPIC and I learned so much that I can't wait to share with you, especially if you are a fellow up-and-coming entrepreneur like myself. Emily-Jane’s mission is to show entrepreneurs that the possibilities of what they can achieve in life are truly limitless and that the only thing that is stopping them from getting from where they are now to where they want to be, is their mindset & skillset (both of which you have the power to shift). She is a graduate of Architectural Design, Jay Shetty Certified Life Coach, Business Mentor, social media figure, host of the Empower with Em Podcast, and a 6 figure business owner.

Check out more of Emily's work! https://instagram.com/empowerwithem

Book a call with Emily here: https://form.jotform.com/212301271694146

A passionate chat about the role that our social relationships play in enhancing our relationship with ourselves. We discuss how the triggers that others ignite within us bring us closer to healing, how we come to see the parts of us that seek love in different ways from others, and why connection is vital for an enriching life. Grab a snack, a pen, and your presence, and let's get into it... this was an intimate one!

Whether you feel that you're waking up without motivation or inspiration, you're at the cusp of finishing your university degree with no sense of direction, or you feel like you want to infuse your daily activities with more intention, this episode is for you. We dive into the current narratives surrounding the concept of "purpose", how we can redefine them to make this process of discovery less daunting, and how we can tailor our small daily actions and our daily mindset to start fostering a true sense of intention within our lives. Thank you for being here xx

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I am so excited to bring you this back-and-forth, Q&A-style conversation with my dear friend and Kinesiology program-mate, Simon Funk! Simon is from Abbotsford, BC, he is an aspiring life coach, and host of the podcast Learning from Humanity, an ongoing conversation with "The Old" and "The Bold": incredible individuals from two different generations who are sharing their life wisdom on the fields of wellness, self-improvement, healing, and more.

In this episode, we spent time asking each other big questions regarding our life journeys: how we have both found (and continue to find) purpose in our early 20s, how we practice living well while expressing our truth, how we cultivate meaningful relationships with ourselves and others, how some of life's biggest lessons have gotten us to where we are today, and so much more. You'll be hearing lots of useful, daily, easy-to-apply advice about personal growth from Simon AND from yours truly in this conversation, so grab a pen and paper and join us in this incredible space of reflection!

To see more from Simon, make sure to check out his social media channels:

www.learningfromhumanity.com

Instagram: @LearningFromHumanity

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There's no denying that the self-help industry has seen a boom in the last few years. Many people are doing it and many people are talking about it... but what happens when we become too absorbed in always trying to become better, in always moving on to the next book or saving another Ted Talk to watch, rather than staying in the present moment? In this episode, we discuss the side of self-improvement that not many talk about: when self-improvement leads to burnout and when it deters us from embracing who we are from moment to moment.

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Have you ever gone seeking love for yourself in other people? Have you, or are you going through, the process of losing someone in your life, but finding it really difficult to remember who you were before them?

Attachment wounds are formed in our early years, based on the ways that we received love from our caregivers and the environments in which we grew up. How (and if) our needs were met in these critical times shapes how we form relationships in our adult lives, and how we regard ourselves in relationships. If you have a history of self-abandoning in relationships, giving yourself too quickly to emotionally unavailable people, or seeking love to avoid feeling alone, this episode is for you.

We define attachment, how to recognize if you have abandonment wounds that are influencing your attachment style, and how to build practices that allow you to enter relationships consciously while soothing your inner child. 

This is my story of how I've learned to come home to myself after living in survival for many years. I hope it impacts your own.

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I am super excited to bring you this profound conversation with Kelly Anderson! Kelly is a Certified Life Coach, spiritual enthusiast, and former 9-5 corporate ladder climber. After navigating several massive life changes during the pandemic, Kelly experienced a soul awakening that set her on the path of fully stepping into her purpose. Through her coaching business, she helps change-makers and soul-driven individuals shift from feeling "stuck" to thriving in their own unique version of purpose and fulfillment.

To see more of Kelly, check out her socials!

Instagram: @iamkellyanderson

LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyandersoncoaching/

Coaching: https://linktr.ee/iamkellyanderson

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Welcome to the podcast's FIRST ever 3-way conversation! I could not be more excited to introduce you to Marissa and Kathleen, the power couple guests of this week. In this conversation, we talk about the important of maintaining individuality and independence in our relationships, and using the love that we cultivate for OURSELVES to bring more love to our intimate relationships. Marissa and Kathleen tell us how they have come together to cultivate love in their relationship despite coming from very different backgrounds, and how they continue to push each other to be better versions of themselves every single day to keep finding more and more joy.

To see more by Marissa and Kathleen, check out their socials:

@marissa.hamon

@kathleen.holt_

Check out the Livin' the Life Podcast: 

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https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/livin-the-life/id1613943334

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Commitment can be scary, right? It's like signing a contract to all the ups and downs that can come with choosing to dedicate ourselves to something bigger than us, such as a romantic relationship, a new job, an opportunity to move across the country, and more. Any life situation is going to inevitably come with ups and downs, some ups bigger than others and some downs lower than we've ever experienced: but we always. Gain. Something. In the end.

In this episode, my goal is to help you overcome your fear of commitment by giving a more soul-based, heart-oriented perspective of viewing commitment. If you knew you would always get back up after a pitfall, how many more big and scary things would you commit to in your daily life?

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In this episode, I am celebrating my 22nd birthday with you! I am taking a moment to reflect on my last 22 years, the powerful moments of growth I've lived through them, and some of the biggest lessons they have taught me, and bringing those to you to probe your thinking as well. Thank you for celebrating with me!

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This week, I am super excited to be bringing you another one of my live conversations on the Wisdom with the wonderful Karen Lang. Karen is a counselor, Reiki practitioner, energy healer, and author of 2 books! In this episode we discuss how Karen made her journey into spirituality after enduring the grief of losing her 9-year-old son, and how mindfulness and energy healing shifted from survival for her to a practice that she uses every day now to shift into grounding and alignment. Have a pen and notebook handy and let's dive right in!

To check out Karen's work:

www.karenlangauthor.con

Instagram: @k_langcounselling

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This week, I share with you this deep, inspiring conversation that I shared with my close friend, Malcolm Reese. Malcolm is a U.S. Military Serviceman and host for a financial channel that is geared towards giving financial tips and insight on the stock market and macroeconomics. He is also a mental health advocate and fellow top mentor on the Wisdom App. We discuss his childhood navigating the adoption system, finally getting adopted and what that was like, and how his present life endeavours are guiding him to rewriting his story, as well as defining beautiful future for himself and others.

To check out Malcolm on Instagram: @malcolm.reese_

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I am SO excited to bring you my conversation with Meg Heppner this week. Meg is a life coach, blogger, event host, and host of The Art of Being H(You)man podcast, a platform where she brings on amazing guests who are doing incredible things to talk about how they have navigated some of life's biggest questions. In this conversation, we talk about Meg's story and how her lifelong curiosity for life's wonders has sent her on incredible journeys of self-discovery, we talk about reframing how we view ourselves and the world around us to become free of external expectations, and we discuss how living with less can help us appreciate more of the little things in our lives and help us be happier people.

To learn more about Meg and to follow her work, visit:

Her website: realexcellentliving.com

The Art of Being H(You)man Podcast:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6scOkDUe7ILqnMVObj9hWl?si=d96d29200c0b4c95

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-art-of-being-h-you-man/id1569736692

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In this episode, we are having a heart-to-heart. We are giving ourselves space to show up as we are today: no judgment, no expectations. I talk about some of the big experiences that have recently occurred in my life, how they have reshaped how I view vulnerability, healing, and processing emotions, and what I have been learning that has helped me throughout this season of growth and reconciliation with myself. My hope is that you also reconcile with some parts of yourself in today's conversation as you make your way through your personal growth journey.

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Steph Morris is a female embodiment coach. She seeks to help ambitious, busy women slow down, transform the relationship with their body and release a lifetime of suppressed emotions so that they fall deeply in love with themselves, create deeper intimacy, and feel more pleasure, joy & ease in their life. 

In this episode, we discuss Steph's journey towards embodiment: how the unhealthy lifestyle she used to live lead her down a slippery slope that ultimately impacted her health, well-being, and relationships, and how she is now using these life experiences to help women who are living disconnected from their bodies. We discuss emotional suppression, getting in touch with our bodies to get to know ourselves, and what small changes we can start making in our own lives to drastically improve how we walk through the world.

Check out Steph's work:

Instagram: @iamstephaniemorris

How often have you set a goal for yourself that you failed to achieve? How many times has the journey towards a goal felt relentless because the goal just felt so far away? In this episode, we are diving into how we can shift our approach to accomplishing our goals by developing systems, why systems are so effective and how they make us better people beyond the goal that we set out to achieve.

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If you are currently on your healing journey and want to how you can get closer to yourself spiritually and emotionally throughout this journey, this episode is for you. I am so excited to introduce this week's featured guest, Katara Sky. Katara is a shamanic healer, medicine woman, spiritual healer, and intuitive guide, on a mission to transform people to collectively better the world through her knowledge of energy and natural medicine so that future generations can live in greater connection with themselves, their ancestors, their land, and their relations.

In this profound conversation, we discuss Katara's journey through spirituality and how her revelations throughout it about the healing journey lead her to practice shamanism to help others heal and build deeper, more compassionate connections with themselves. We discuss some misconceptions we often have about the healing journey, the importance of recognizing the life cycles we go through that directly influence our current state, and how we can work with ourselves and our communities to help ourselves achieve peace, healing, and connection. 

Let's dive in.

Check out Katara and her work:

Instagram: @iamkatarasky

Website: www.KataraSky.com

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This week we are featuring my amazing conversation with Dr. Toya L Sampson. She is an OBGYN and the owner and founder of her company Buy Default, an online platform that helps connect Black individuals with all kinds of products for home, beauty, health, clothing, and MORE, made specifically for Black people, as well as helping them connect with Black entrepreneurs, accountants, doctors, and MORE. In this episode, we talk about her experience as a Black woman in the medical field, her transition into the world of business and hey "why" behind founding Buy Default, and the importance of committing to and doing things even when you feel fear.

To check out Dr. Toya and her business, go to www.buydefault.com, or visit her on:

Facebook: @buydefault

Instagram: @buy_default

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTHReXAHQqxwONbvhIAxzDw/featured

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Whether we're stuck in an endless loop of little motivation for the things we have to do or the things that bring us joy, or we are at a crossroads with an important decision we have to make, it can be difficult to know how to move forward without asking ourselves the right questions. In this episode, I take you through a guided practice that will give you those important questions to help you gain a broader perspective of your situation and ground you to help you move forward. Let's dive in.