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Living A Five Star Life!

Living A Five Star Life!

By youneverknowwhoyou'reinspiring

Welcome to a podcast with Paul Napoli and Tim Ellis! Two guys with one mission. Help others live a five star life. We share inspiring stories, memorable moments, and interview special guests while encouraging our listeners to learn, grow, and inspire others along the way! Thanks for being here with us and enjoy this week's discussion.
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Living Intentional

Living A Five Star Life! May 26, 2023

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Living Intentional

Living Intentional

This week we dive into setting the right mindset to live with intention. We often talk about getting trapped in the gerbil wheel of life and simply going through the motions. Let us give you some tips to make sure that doesn’t happen! Sit back, relax, and enjoy this weeks episode.
May 26, 202328:51
Living intentionally!

Living intentionally!

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This week we dive into setting the right mindset to live with intention. We often talk about getting trapped in the gerbil wheel of life and simply going through the motions. Let us give you some tips to make sure that doesn’t happen! Sit back, relax, and enjoy this weeks episode.


Music:

Good Day by Jake Scott

May 16, 202331:29
Positive relationships

Positive relationships

Surrounding yourself with positive people is good for the soul! Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode.

May 07, 202324:59
Gratitude!

Gratitude!

Negativity can overpower us and you will never get this day back. So in moments of negativity block it with a simple exercise called gratitude! We hope you enjoy this weeks podcast. Enjoy.

Apr 24, 202327:52
Positive Attitude

Positive Attitude

Welcome back to living a five star life podcast with Tim Ellis and Paul Napoli.

We are super excited to be back at it and this week we're starting off with a podcast that focuses on living your life with a positive attitude.

Tim and Paul talk about the challenges of negativity throughout the day and how to overcome those challenges and remain positive.

Sit back and relax and let us be the positive in your day.

Enjoy.

NOTES:

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Apr 18, 202329:30
Overcoming a bad day!

Overcoming a bad day!

Bad days come but they also go! This week we get right to the point and discuss how to overcome those bad days! Enjoy.
Feb 15, 202213:42
ACTION CREATES MOTIVATION

ACTION CREATES MOTIVATION

Hey everyone!  We absolutely love the excitement that comes with the new year! Dreams and goals are planned out and most people hit the new year running at MACH speed. Unfortunately a very small percent of people actually complete or finish what they set out to do.  It happens. It can be wicked discouraging and sometimes it drives people to just give up.  This week we talk about taking ACTION. Specifically, how taking action creates the motivation to keep moving forward with your goals. ENJOY!! 

Feb 04, 202242:60
Living a Five Star Life Xmas Special

Living a Five Star Life Xmas Special

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Happy holidays from our families to yours. The trees are decorated, cookies are made, presents are wrapped, and the Santa trackers are live and running!! Now, it is time to relax and enjoy some holiday favorites.  This episode we share some holiday traditions and jam out to some holiday tunes thanks to Spotify! 


Music By: 

Happy Xmas (War is Over) Remastered 2010 – John Lennon

That’s Christmas to Me – Panatonix

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year – Andy Williams

Christmas Day – Ross Copperman

Wrap Me Up – Jhene Aiko

This Christmas – Donny Hathaway

Merry Christmas Baby – Otis Redding

Baby, It’s Cold Outside (feat. Meghan Trainor) – Brett Eldridge

O Christmas Tree – Tony Bennett

Christmas In Hollis – Run D.M.C.

All I Want for Christmas Is You – Mariah Carey

Run Rudolph Run – Foo Fighters

You Make It Feel Like Christmas – Gwen Stefani

White Christmas – The Drifters

Jingle Bell Rock – Bobby Helms

Mele Kalikimaka – Bing Crosby

Rockin Around The Christmas Tree – Brenda Lee

Underneath the Tree – Kelly Clarkson

What Christmas Means To Me – Stevie Wonder

Santa Clause Is Coming To Town – Bruce Springsteen

Merry Christmas – Ed Sheeran

Do You Hear What I Hear? – for KING & COUNTRY

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays – NSYNC

Santa Tell Me – Ariana Grande

Officially Christmas – Dan + Shay

Sleigh Ride – The Ronettes

Happy Holiday/The Holiday Season – Andy Williams

Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) – Darlene Love

Silver Bells – Elvis Presley

It’s Beginning to Look a Lot like Christmas – Michael Buble

Holly Jolly Christmas – Sarah Reeves

Peace On Earth/The Little Drummer Boy – Bing Crosby

Believe – Josh Groban

Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas – Judy Garland


Merry Christmas! Be Safe and LIVE WELL!!  



Dec 23, 202102:04:55
It's the holiday season .. IM STRESSED!

It's the holiday season .. IM STRESSED!

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Happy holidays!!  Super excited to be here and hope you are living a Five Star Life wherever you are. Why stress about the holidays? This week we are talking about holiday stress and how we can crush it before it even happens!   


Music: 

All I Want for Christmas is You - Mariah Carey 

Nov 30, 202130:38
Fixed vs Growth Mindset

Fixed vs Growth Mindset

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Hello podcast world!  We are so happy to be back with another episode. This week we talk about the Fixed vs Growth mindset.  A fixed mindset is the belief that you are born with a skill, talent or trait. You either have it or you don't.  The growth mindset is the belief that you can learn, develop and grow into those skills or talents. Enjoy this weeks topic!!  

Music:

Times Like These 

Foo Fighters

Sep 30, 202120:15
Five simple steps!!

Five simple steps!!

Hey everyone! This week we share five simple steps to help you live your five star life!  Thanks for listening and take action.  

Live well! 

Aug 01, 202124:21
Damage repair!

Damage repair!

Life is an adventure and sometime we sustain damage due to events that have happened to us. This can be emotional, physical, or mental damage. But how you respond to these events and accept them as part of your life.. the sooner you will be well on your way to helping yourself repair any damage. We dive into this topic and recognize that this damage has made us stronger and defines who we are as we go through the journey of life. Don’t play the victim and move towards repairing the damage.
Jul 12, 202122:20
Spring Cleaning Part 2

Spring Cleaning Part 2

Hey everyone!! Last week we talked about spring cleaning for our mental wellness. We are back with part two of that conversation. This week we focus in on healing past trauma, making gratitude a daily practice, kicking negative thoughts to the curb, picking up a new hobby, and how to change your perspective for the better. Enjoy!! +
Mar 29, 202131:43
Spring Cleaning

Spring Cleaning

Hey everyone it's spring time! We hope you are all doing well. This week we are giving some tips on how to help yourself with some mental health spring cleaning! Join us as we talk about ways to clear out the clutter in our minds as we head into an amazing 2021 spring season. Enjoy. 

Mar 22, 202130:06
Be Yourself

Be Yourself

Hey everyone!!  How comfortable are you with who you are? Do you fear what others think of you?   Maybe your holding back because you're concerned about being judged? We are here to tell you that you are amazing as you!  You are unique and being yourself with no restrictions is a beautiful and powerful way to live completely connected to your mind, body, and soul.  Enjoy this weeks episode!  


Mar 06, 202117:50
YOU ARE UNSTOPPABLE

YOU ARE UNSTOPPABLE

Hey everyone! We hope you're living your five star life.  This week we focus on you! What does unstoppable look like for you?  Do you have a clear mission? or... what is stopping you?  You are unstoppable but sometimes our brains get clogged and we forget that. Refocus on you and visualize your best life. Become unstoppable and achieve your dreams.

Feb 27, 202120:08
YOU ARE UNSTOPPABLE - BONUS

YOU ARE UNSTOPPABLE - BONUS

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Hey everyone! We hope you're living your five star life.  This week we focus on you! What does unstoppable look like for you?  Do you have a clear mission? or... what is stopping you?  You are unstoppable but sometimes our brains get clogged and we forget that. Refocus on you and visualize your best life. Become unstoppable and achieve your dreams.   This weeks BONUS music from Spotify:   Carrier Underwood (Feat. Ludacris) The Champion - Bonus Track 

Feb 27, 202123:48
Crushing the comfort zone...

Crushing the comfort zone...

We all have the space that is very comfortable to us... AKA ... (enter dramatic music) THE COMFORT ZONE! Why is this space horrible for us and how do you destroy it so we never get stuck there again? That's this weeks topic!
Comfort Zone = feel safe and in control. Hide from all fears.
Fear Zone = The first zone that lives outside the walls of your comfort zone. Here is where we find all the excuses to stay where we are. Fear and anxiety live aggressively in this zone. Most of the fear is fear of others opinions of you. This zone knocks you down and you lack self confidence.
Learning Zone = Here is where you begin to make progress, acquire new skills, deal with challenges head on.
Growth Zone = Set new goals, find your purpose, realize aspirations, dream, and LIVE!!

#livewell
Feb 20, 202136:06
Average to Greatness

Average to Greatness

Hey everyone! This week we are getting hyped up for the Superbowl. Paul and Tim take a look at the disciplined behaviors of key star players and talk about how we can learn from them for our own personal goals. Enjoy!
Feb 02, 202128:08
The Power of Positivity

The Power of Positivity

Special Episode for our friends and teachers at St. Margaret's School in Mattydale NY. This special episode Paul and Tim speak to the students of St. Margaret's about being a positive person and helping others around them. WE LOVED RECORDING this for St. Margaret's.
Special shout out to the teachers of St. Margaret's for their positivity and encouragement through all the days!
Thanks for listening to the Five Star Life podcast!!
Jan 28, 202109:60
Adversity.

Adversity.

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We all deal with adversity. It’s inevitable. This week we get into that topic and Paul shares a simple mindset skill from the best selling book by Jon Gordon titled The Coffee Bean.
Music Title: "I dare you to be great"
Music By: Fearless Motivation
Jan 13, 202118:12
New Year Fresh Start

New Year Fresh Start

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Happy New Year! New Year Fresh Start.  After surviving 2020 its time to get serious about our goals for 2021.  On the podcast this week we help you focus in on your goals and give you some pointers to you can live a Five Star Life!  Enjoy. 

Also, to kick start the new year we have changed the name of our podcast.  Thanks everyone for listening. Help us grow by sharing our podcast each week. Lastly, if you would like to be a special guest on our podcast simply send us an email to youneverknowwhoyoureinspiring@gmail.com.  

Thanks again for all your love and support.  

Music From Spotify:

"Happy" is a song written, produced, and performed by American singer Pharrell Williams, released as the first and only single from the soundtrack album for the film Despicable Me 2 (2013). The song was first released on November 21, 2013. 

Jan 09, 202149:23
The power of self talk!!

The power of self talk!!

Hey everyone!  Hope you are living well. This week we dive into the power of self talk.  The goal by the end of this podcast if for you to mute out the negative thinking and crank up the volume on positive self talk!  Enjoy. 

Dec 22, 202047:36
Action creates motivation!

Action creates motivation!

Hey everyone! We hope you are living well and have a great topic for you this week.  "I'm going to start my diet on Monday" or " I'm gonna lose 20 lbs. next year" … why do we wait until the perfect time to get motivated to achieve new goals?....  This seems to be the revolving problem that many people have. Enjoy this weeks topic!! 

Dec 13, 202033:10
Holiday Stress

Holiday Stress

Hey everyone! Does the holiday season ever cause you stress? Have you ever asked yourself why? What if you refuse to allow that stress into your life simply by having a different outlook or strategy this year! Stress can come from every angle of your life. But what if you had better control on how it affects your life based simply on your mindset? That is this week's topic!!

Music by
Michael Bublé' - Its beginning to look a lot like Christmas
Dec 06, 202001:02:01
Surround yourself with greatness!

Surround yourself with greatness!

Thank you to all our men and women who serve and protect us each and everyday and may we never forget our Military men and women who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our Freedom.  Wishing you all a safe and Happy Veterans Day!

This week's topic.. Who do you surround yourself with?  This week Paul and Tim discuss five types of people you should surround yourself with.

Nov 12, 202001:01:10
F O C U S - everyday!

F O C U S - everyday!

Happy Halloween! Thanks for checking out this weeks episode. This weeks topic is all about being focused! What are you working towards? Use the word FOCUS to help you stay in your lane. F =Find and remember your why, O = get organized, C= create a plan, U = you are unbreakable, S = Sync it all together! Thanks for listening in and live everyday like its your last!  #LiveWell

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Oct 27, 202041:03
Control what you can control

Control what you can control

Often we are challenged with things that are 100% out of our control.  If you're like us... this can drive you crazy. This week we have a brief conversation about how we need to focus on what we can control and not let the things we can't control get to us.  Also this week we debate the top 5 Halloween candy! 

Support your local homeless shelters!  

#Live-Well

Oct 14, 202029:53
F. A. L. L.

F. A. L. L.

Welcome to this weeks episode. We talk about FALL. Falling in love with your life. Accepting our imperfections. Laughing A LOT! and Letting the past go. Also, we play a little HYGEE! Enjoy!!  F (Fall in love with your life) A (Accept imperfection) L (Laugh often) L (Leave the past behind) #YouNeverKnowWhoYoureInspiring

Sep 29, 202035:33
Rewiring our minds to help us live our best life

Rewiring our minds to help us live our best life

This week we dive into a conversation that takes on a road trip through memory lane. When we looked at things in life from a less stressful point of view. Where everything we did in life was looked at as something we get to do rather than have to do. Grab that pumpkin spice coffee and enjoy this weeks conversation.
Sep 20, 202037:13
The Price of Admission - Liz Petrone
Sep 11, 202038:53
Slow down and enjoy your life!

Slow down and enjoy your life!

Life runs at one speed.. fast.. unless you slow it down.  This week we talk about simply slowing down and enjoying the world around you and appreciate the life your living.  We have pumpkin spice, music debate, and a giveaway!!! Enjoy and live well. 

Sep 04, 202040:55
Your life story....

Your life story....

This week Paul and Tim decided to record at an outdoor amphitheater in beautiful Thornden Park located in Syracuse, NY. After completing the recording there were some technical difficulties with saving the audio file. What happens next is hysterical. This week's topic is about your life story. Enjoy.
Aug 23, 202030:04
Happiness is your choice!

Happiness is your choice!

Welcome to you never know who you're inspiring podcast with Paul Napoli and Tim Ellis. This week we are talking about happiness. Happiness is 100% controlled by you. There are situations in your life that present the opportunity to make choices between happiness and unhappiness… This week we get into a deep conversation about this topic and challenge you to make a list of everything that brings joy and happiness to your life. Also with that … we suggest you make a list of all the things that make you unhappy. Your goal is to modify or eliminate all of the unhappiness in your life! You see happiness is a choice. That's this week's topic!!
Aug 15, 202036:31
You’re never too old to try something new or dream a new dream!

You’re never too old to try something new or dream a new dream!

Your age is just a number! As we age we seem to shy away from trying new things. Many of us are set in our own ways and full of excuses of why we shouldn't try something new? This can discourage us and create feelings that crush or spoil the excitement that comes when you dream a new dream? Overcome all of this by controlling your mindset and go after whatever that dream is. That's this weeks discussion. Enjoy!!
Aug 08, 202020:49
Cozy Conversation ...

Cozy Conversation ...

HYGGE is a “Scandinavian” word for enjoying  the good things in life.  This week Paul and Tim played a game named after this word. However, this game is not your typical game and there are no winners or losers... It's all about bringing people together, encouraging friends and family to share their stories and bond over discussions of the big and small things in life. Every household should have th.is game ... we loved it! Below is an Amazon link:  https://www.amazon.com/Hygge-Game-Conversation-Pleasant-Company/dp/B0778X7GNL/ref=sr_1_1?crid=5XFA6GECUPW6&dchild=1&keywords=hygge+game&qid=1596202369&sprefix=hygge+g%2Caps%2C167&sr=8-1
Aug 01, 202032:12
Don't let life pass you by.. capture the moments!
Jul 25, 202017:14
Enjoy the climb!

Enjoy the climb!

Paul and  Tim get real life and compare it to climbing a mountain. You only get one chance with life so don't be afraid of any obstacles that get in the way. Figuring them out is simply part of life. Enjoy the challenge and never give up. The best view comes from the hardest climb so get out there and climb what ever mountain is in front of you.   



Jul 18, 202014:13
What do you want to call this episode ? COURAGE

What do you want to call this episode ? COURAGE

Hey everyone!  We hope all  is well. This weeks show is light, funny, and unscripted. Its just Tim, Paul and Erika as we discuss kindness, courage, Paul running for President, and rebuilding Mt Rushmore with female entertainers. Enjoy.

Jun 25, 202001:03:39
Stop sitting on the sidelines ... TAKE ACTION (#BLM) and DON'T TIC ME OFF! (National Tourette Awareness Month)

Stop sitting on the sidelines ... TAKE ACTION (#BLM) and DON'T TIC ME OFF! (National Tourette Awareness Month)

This week we have two segments. Segment one  We continue to try an understand the racial issues in our country. Our first guest this week is Tom Sparks who is a resident of the City of Minneapolis. He lives 1 mile from where George Floyd was murdered. Tom talks to us about how this moment in history has affected his community, his personal and family life. Deeply saddened and angry by the death of George Floyd, Tom shares how this moment has engaged him to no longer stand on the sidelines. Tom pledges to take action to help end racial disparity, support racial equality, and better his community any way he can. Also this week - DON'T TIC ME OFF!  It’s National Tourette Awareness month … and who better to talk to about this other than our very own Five Star Firenze family. Jillian, David, Dylan and their mother Kristine help us spread awareness about Tourette Syndrome

Jun 09, 202001:05:20
Changes require action

Changes require action

With the abuse of power by Minneapolis Police and the horrific killing of George Floyd we saw our country spin out of control in violence and outrage. Racism is all around us and embedded in our communities. This week Paul, Tim and Carlos Tearney owner of Champion Martial Arts and founder of the Never Stop Believing Movement sit down and have a conversation you do not want to miss out on. All three of them are grown men with families, similar values and a love for the martial arts. The only difference between them is their race. This is a powerful conversation that you will learn and grow from.
Jun 01, 202001:41:20
Gratitude!

Gratitude!

This weeks podcast Paul and Tim talk about gratitude after Tim had to leave his dog at the vet for an emergency surgery. Paul talks about a self improvement class he’s been attending and shares with us an exercise. Also, we open the podcast up and had several surprise guest.

Music this week:
"The Example" by Fearless Motivation
"Gotta Be Patient" by Michael Buble', Barenaked Ladies, and Sofia Reyes
May 22, 202048:45
Dream it!!

Dream it!!

What is your big dream? What steps have you taken to help that dream come true? Is your dream still alive? This week we talk about steps to achieve your dream.
May 15, 202011:18
Mental Health in times of crisis...
May 08, 202001:08:25
Life' throws us curve balls!! HIT THEM..

Life' throws us curve balls!! HIT THEM..

What do you do when life throws you a curve ball? Do you swing and hit a home run or take the out? Paul and Tim talk about this and so much more including the song "Dancing Queen" by ABBA! Enjoy!
May 01, 202043:59
Surviving COVID 19

Surviving COVID 19

This week we have special guest Marianne Hanson from Cicero, NY. Marianne is a healthcare professional who became infected with the Corona-Virus and has now recovered. Listen as she explains in detail her experience from the beginning. Also, learn what she is doing now to help others who've become infected with COVID 19.
Apr 24, 202001:04:22
You are what you eat! Food journaling to a healthier lifestyle...

You are what you eat! Food journaling to a healthier lifestyle...

This week join us as we sit down with our special guest is Mrs Jessica Viscome. Jessica is a life coach and nutrition expert who was tasked with the challenge of reviewing our food logs for the last week. Jessica was impressively shocked at how bad Paul and Tim ate this past week and sets them on the right path to a healthier diet. But first she educates them on why changes are needed!! If you’re looking to change your diet then this episode is for you.... grab a notepad and get ready to write down some of this invaluable information Jessica shared with us.
Apr 17, 202050:52
From couch to BEAST MODE!

From couch to BEAST MODE!

This week we sit down with Matthew Teixeira from Liverpool, NY. In June 2015, Matt weighed 314 lbs and decided it was time for a change. He set a goal to lose 100 lbs. Over the next winter, Matt changed the way he ate and added exercise which started shredding the pounds. He lost 100 lbs in 11 months. Four years later, Matt is a running coach, tri-athlete, and an inspiration. Many people including us... have asked Matt ...what he did to lose all the weigh...
Apr 10, 202001:05:37
Did I just post that? Social media wellness...

Did I just post that? Social media wellness...

Welcome to you never know who you're inspiring podcast with Paul Napoli and Tim Ellis. It's week 3 of social distancing and we hope you're doing okay. We understand the stress that comes along with the unknown of the corona-virus situation. Just know that we are all in this together. Staying positive and connected to each other will help us remain strong until we return to a normal lifestyle. We are thinking of each and everyone of you. Huge shout out and special thanks to all of those working in the medical field. We appreciate your heroic efforts during these uncertain times.
This week we're talking about social media and our mental wellness. Information can often come so fast that it creates added stress to you which can have a lasting effect on your wellness. We leave you with some thoughts and encouragement.
Enjoy! Live well.
Apr 02, 202043:23
Social Distancing! You gotta keep'em separated!

Social Distancing! You gotta keep'em separated!

We are all living in such strange times. How are you making the best of social distancing? This weeks bonus episode comes to you from Paul, Tim and Erika via ZOOM. We recorded this on Tuesday March 24th.  During our conversation we collectively put together a Social Distancing playlist on Apple Music... you can find by searching for Social Distancing by Timothy Ellis...  ENJOY :) 

Mar 25, 202059:30