In this episode, Colette interviews her sister, Caitlin Weiss, a certified personal trainer specializing in women’s fitness. Caitlin shares her inspiring journey from overcoming childhood weight challenges to becoming a passionate advocate for women’s health and strength training.

Key Topics Covered:

The Importance of Strength Training for Women: Caitlin discusses how strength training is essential for women at every stage of life—from puberty to menopause. She explains how it helps build stronger bones, maintain muscle mass, and enhance overall well-being.

Protein Intake and Muscle Health: Learn why protein is crucial for muscle maintenance and growth, and how to incorporate it effectively into your diet to support your fitness goals.

Starting a Fitness Routine from Home: Caitlin offers practical, easy-to-follow tips for beginning a strength training routine, even if you don’t have access to a gym.

Episode Highlights:

01:00 Introduction to Caitlin Weiss: Discover Caitlin’s background and expertise in women’s fitness.

01:32 Overcoming Childhood Challenges: Caitlin shares her personal story of weight struggles and transformation.

03:16 Embracing a Healthy Lifestyle: The steps Caitlin took to prioritize her health and well-being.

06:04 Post-Pregnancy Fitness Journey: Insights into Caitlin’s fitness journey after becoming a mother.

07:55 Benefits of Strength Training: How lifting weights can improve bone density, muscle health, and overall vitality.

14:28 Starting Your Fitness Journey: Tips for beginners to build a sustainable and effective workout routine.

17:11 Protein for Fitness: The role of protein in building and maintaining muscle.

25:43 Final Thoughts: Caitlin’s motivational message on prioritizing health and living a fulfilling life.

Tune in to this episode to learn actionable strategies for integrating strength training and proper nutrition into your life, and start your journey towards a healthier, stronger you!

Follow Caitlin for more fitness tips: https://www.instagram.com/farmfitnessgirl/

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In this episode, Shai Blakeney shares his inspiring life story, from growing up with psychologist parents and exploring substances in his youth, to getting sober, marrying, and establishing his family. Now a husband, father, rabbi, and entrepreneur, Shai dedicates his life to helping others overcome addiction through Recover Integrity and Entidote. These organizations offer tools and community support for those struggling with mental health and substance abuse. The discussion covers the need for community-based programs, the importance of addressing malnourishment in addiction, and Shai's vision for future projects focusing on holistic approaches to health and recovery.

00:00 Introduction to Shai Blakeney
02:14 Early Life and Influences
05:30 First Encounters with Substances
06:36 Teenage Years and First Drug Deal
07:37 Discussing Antidote and Teen Struggles
13:07 The Role of Social Media and Family Dynamics
16:21 Inside Antidote: Mission and Activities
19:28 Exploring Authentic Connections
20:28 Introducing Antidote Lab
21:34 Recover Integrity: A New Approach
24:35 Entrepreneurial Ventures and Lessons
25:43 Future Visions and Goals
31:07 Family Workshops and Community Support
32:48 Final Thoughts and Reflections

Websites:

Recover Integrity: https://www.recoverintegrity.com/

Antedote Lab: https://www.antedotelab.com/

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In this heartfelt episode, Colette Brown welcomes Wendy Behar, a licensed therapist and bestselling author, who shares her insights on setting boundaries, self-care, and living a fulfilling life.

Wendy discusses her recovery journey from alcoholism, the importance of being true to oneself, and her daily practices of meditation, journaling, and healthy living.

The conversation also touches on the significance of asking for help, the interplay of feminine energy, and finding balance in life.

Wendy offers practical advice for those seeking clarity and connection and highlights her support group for women in recovery.

Episode Highlights:

01:57 Wendy's Journey to Sobriety

03:52 Daily Wellness Practices

06:50 Setting Boundaries and Self-Care

11:57 The Importance of Support Systems

13:55 Finding Clarity and Purpose

18:01 Introduction to Break Free Foundation

18:36 The Power of Community and Support Groups

19:51 Taking Small Steps Towards Recovery

21:29 Matching Your Inside and Outside

22:59 The Importance of Healthy Living

26:23 Balancing Feminine and Masculine Energy

29:59 The Value of Asking for Help

Wendy Behar, LMSW, CASAC 2, CCAR Certified Recovery Coach & Addiction Specialist

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendy.behar/

Website: www.wendybehar.com

Book: #YourRules. Your Life.: First Steps to Move You Forward

Check out Wendy’s latest feature in ShoutOut Miami: https://shoutoutmiami.com/meet-wendy-behar-certified-addiction-recovery-life-coach/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wendy.behar.5

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-behar-5b21281a9/

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In this episode of the Limitless Healing Podcast, hosted by Colette Brown, guest Chris Rushing shares his inspiring journey of overcoming significant life challenges.

From his humble beginnings in Michigan, Chris recounts his transformative path through a troubled childhood, becoming a United States Marine, a successful international fashion model, and a top personal trainer in New York City.

Now a sought-after transformational life coach and motivational speaker, Chris focuses on leadership, personal discipline, and empowering others.

He delves into pivotal childhood experiences, emotional struggles, and the power of psilocybin therapy in discovering self-love and his life purpose.

This heartfelt conversation offers actionable insights and motivational guidance for those facing their own life challenges.

Episode Highlights:

00:58 Introducing Chris Rushing: A Journey of Resilience
01:50 Chris's Early Childhood Memories
03:40 Life Changes: Moving and Family Separation
05:54 Discovering the Truth About His Father
07:59 A Challenging Childhood: Poverty and Independence
09:26 A Transient Life: Moving West
15:19 Life in Las Vegas: New Beginnings and Challenges
18:56 Finding the Marines
23:47 Brotherhood and Diversity in the Marines
25:32 Desert Storm and the Eruption in the Philippines
29:00 Struggles with Addiction and Finding Love
32:02 A Life-Changing Ceremony and Self-Discovery
36:03 Daily Practices for a Positive Life

To find out more about Chris:

Chris Michael Rushing life has taken him on some incredible journeys. He's been an infantry Marine, international fashion model, fitness trainer and life coach, motivational speaker and most importantly, dad to two beautiful girls. In his personal life and professional life he follows and teaches a routine that allows him and his clients to Age Powerfully.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rushfitnessnyc

Website: https://rushfitnessnyc.com

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In this insightful episode of Limitless Healing with Colette Brown, Colette shares her personal journey of overcoming chronic illness and dives deep into the importance of maintaining a balanced ratio of Omega 3 to Omega 6 fatty acids for optimal health.

Drawing from her own experiences and extensive research, Colette explains how modern diets have disrupted this crucial balance, leading to increased inflammation and the onset of various chronic diseases.

Colette reveals the essential role that diet plays in achieving this balance, offering practical advice on how to reduce Omega 6 intake and increase Omega 3 consumption through specific food choices.

Whether you're looking to improve heart health, reduce inflammation, or simply learn more about the science behind these essential fatty acids, this episode is packed with actionable insights.

Key Takeaways:

Personal Health Journey: Colette shares her story of being chronically sick for over 20 years and how she discovered the importance of sleep, mindfulness, and diet in her healing process.

Understanding Omega 3 & Omega 6: Learn why both Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids are essential for health, but why the balance between them is critical.

Modern Diet Imbalance: Discover how Western diets have dramatically skewed the Omega 6 to Omega 3 ratio, sometimes as high as 30:1, leading to chronic inflammation.

Impact of Inflammation: Understand how an excess of Omega 6 can prompt inflammation, contributing to diseases like diabetes, arthritis, and heart disease.

Ideal Ratio: The optimal Omega 6 to Omega 3 ratio is 1:1 or 3:1. Colette provides tips on how to achieve this balance through dietary changes.

Top Omega 3 Foods: Explore the best sources of Omega 3, including fatty fish (salmon, mackerel, sardines), algae oil, flax seeds, chia seeds, and pasture-raised eggs.

Omega 6 Foods to Avoid: Identify common sources of Omega 6, such as vegetable oils (soybean, corn, sunflower) and processed foods, and learn how to minimize their intake.

Practical Tips: Get actionable advice on replacing unhealthy oils with alternatives like avocado, olive, and coconut oils, and the importance of budgeting for high-quality ingredients.

For more tips and updates, follow Colette on social media and join her community of health-conscious listeners. Remember, your health is your greatest wealth. Until next time, be well!

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Multiple Sclerosis is typically looked at as chronic, painful, and life-altering. Kaley Zeitouni, was diagnosed with MS at the young age of 12. After living with this debilitating disease into her late 20’s, Kaley decided she was sick of being sick, and took her health in her own hands.

Today, Kaley lives symptom-free and teaches others the same transformative techniques of healing the mind, body and soul. She is passionate about inspiring others to live their fullest, healthiest lives.

Kaley is a Marriage and Family Therapist and best-selling author, speaker, podcast host and coach.

Episode Highlights:

10:00 - Kaley shares her vulnerability telling her diagnosis story
20:08 - As a teenager Kaley starts a non-profit to help others
28:35 - The mind, body and soul connection in healing
38:53 - The importance of a healthy relationship with your body
44:56 - Your diagnosis does not have to be forever

To connect with and learn more about Kaley:

Website: kaleyz.com
Read her story: Transforming Your Life
LinkedIn: Kaley Zeitouni
Instagram: kaleyzeitouniofficial
Facebook: Kaley Zeitouni

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In this enlightening episode of *Limitless Healing*, Colette iinvites Terry Yoffe to share her remarkable story. With a rich background in both corporate and entrepreneurial settings, Terry discusses the profound impact of self-awareness and courage in transformative coaching.

In this episode Terry shares her experiences growing up in a family where her parents both worked and therefore little time for Terry and her sister. Ultimately, Terry’s mother's focus on beauty and image, stemming from a narcissistic family, contributed to Terry's feelings of insecurity and depression.

Terry opens up about her battle with depression during college and a failed engagement.

Finally moving to the city and seeking therapy marked a turning point in her life. Through personal growth and self-discovery, she learned to trust her instincts and embrace opportunities, no matter how daunting.

Colette and Terry discuss the importance of embracing new opportunities and the tools Terry uses to stay positive. They discuss the significance of lifelong learning and emotional development. Terry emphasizes that personal growth should never cease, whether through formal courses or new experiences. She shares her journey of reinvention, from sales to coaching and podcasting, underscoring the value of adapting and learning new skills.

Terry encourages listeners to focus on positivity and take control of their lives. She and Colette discuss the importance of not waiting for opportunities but creating them, urging people to start living the life they desire today.

Episode Highlights:

021:00 Sharing Early Life Experiences

05:22 Discussing Therapy and Self-discovery

8:46 Overcoming Fear and Encouraging Self-growth

12:51 Transition into Coaching

18:07 Insights into Terry's Coaching Methodology

Terry's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/extraordinary-work-conversations-about-creating-change/id1609887301

Terry’s Website: https://trycoaching.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terryyoffe/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trycoaching/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TRYCoaching

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/terry.y.herman

Terry’s email: terry@trycoaching.com

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As we are enjoying the 2024 Olympics, I wanted to take the opportunity to re-air this very special episode of two true heroes. This remarkable story tells the power of positive mindset, determination and mentorship.

Cliff was operating a jackhammer when he made contact with three live electrical cables. The electric shock caused him to go into cardiac arrest and serious electrical burns and exit wounds over fifteen percent of his body with major damage to both knees. Nearly a third of each knee compartment was disintegrated.

First responders saved Cliff’s life. Due to the severe damage to both legs, doctors were recommending amputation.

Cliff’s family found UCLA Medical Center Plastic Surgeon Dr. Malcolm Lesavoy, who devised an innovative procedure and was able to help save Cliff’s legs.

Several years later through many surgical procedures, an extensive rehabilitation process, and a tremendous amount of courage Cliff was able to gain enough mobility to walk again.

Nearly a decade later Cliff realized his dream when he marched into the Opening Ceremonies of the Centennial Olympic Games in Atlanta as a member of the USA Olympic Kayaking Team.

Cliff competed again in his second Olympics and received one of the highest honors as an Olympian. He was selected by his peers to carry the United States flag during the Opening Ceremony.

Episode Highlights:

04:49 - Meet Cliff Meidl, Motivational and Safety Speaker
06:45 - The accident that changed Cliff's life
16:07 - Cliff's mom finds Dr. Malcolm Lesavoy
26:49 - The will, determination and hope to get through adversity
35:07 - Cliff's introduction into the Olympic kayaking sport
43:10 - "We can all get through adversities if we believe in it." - Cliff Meidl

To learn more about Cliff Meidl and Dr. Lesavoy:

Website: Cliff Meidl
Instagram: twosparksofinspiration
Instagram: cliffmeidl
Instagram: lesavoyplasticsurgery

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