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Navigating Health Challenges and Weight Loss: A Journey of Curiosity

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes discuss the challenges surrounding health and weight loss. They touch on health topics like energy, chronic pain, and physical limitations and then Monique shares her personal journey of weight loss, shedding 30 pounds by addressing underlying beliefs and staying curious. They emphasize the importance of understanding the 'why' behind health goals and making gradual, sustainable changes rather than drastic measures. Listeners are encouraged to look for 'low hanging fruit' and simple, actionable steps to improve health. The episode also touches upon overcoming plateaus and the significance of mental aspects in achieving long-term health and fitness success.

00:54 Common Health Issues
01:56 Weight Loss Journey
04:05 Beliefs and Weight Loss
09:37 Commitment to Change
12:03 Achieving Goals and Staying Motivated
16:58 Exploring New Possibilities
19:10 Hiking and Personal Achievements
20:03 Embracing the Athlete Identity
21:56 Shifting Focus from Food to Experiences
23:28 Finding Enjoyable Exercise
27:10 Addressing Plateaus and Mental Shifts
30:22 The Importance of Staying Curious
34:48 Conclusion and Next Steps

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In this episode of 'Shift Happens,' hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes, a client of Robin's and a self-proclaimed question-asker, explore why aspects of life may feel 'off' or 'not working' and delve into how to fix these issues. They discuss common feelings of frustration and powerlessness, especially in business, relationships, health, and general life satisfaction. The hosts kick off this mini-series focusing on these specific challenges, emphasizing the importance of personal responsibility and self-awareness. They share insights on pinpointing areas where one may need to be fully showing up, offering practical advice to begin making positive changes. The episode also includes a story from Robin about a transformative personal experience in therapy. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their commitments and take actionable steps toward improvement.

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Mastering Overwhelm: Practical Tips and Transformative Strategies

In this episode of Shift Happens, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes explore the causes, effects, and solutions to feeling overwhelmed. They discuss managing boundaries, creating 'white space' in schedules, and the importance of sleep and mental clarity. Practical tips are provided to help reclaim control and reduce stress. The hosts also emphasize transforming one's mindset to stay in motion without self-judgment, with Robin's catchphrase, 'shift happens,' capturing the essence of personal transformation through small, actionable steps.

00:34 Understanding Overwhelm
02:22 Signs of Overwhelm
04:46 Dealing with Overwhelm
10:12 Personal Experiences with Overwhelm
12:14 Understanding and Normalizing Overwhelm
12:37 Benefits of Overcoming Overwhelm
12:47 Steps to Get Out of Overwhelm
14:22 Brain Dump Technique
15:33 Action Steps and Momentum
16:47 Sponsor Break and Spark Plus Session
17:57 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
19:59 Conclusion and Call to Action

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In this episode of the 'Shift Happens' podcast, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes discuss deconstructing 'bad' habits to make the topic easier to talk about.

They emphasize normalizing such behaviors to reduce self-judgment and guilt (hence the reason they want you to call habits 'unwanted' instead of 'bad') for a more helpful attitude towards change.

Common unwanted habits like overeating, overdrinking, and excessive screen time are explored.

The idea of separating self-worth from bad habits and aligning behaviors with personal values is a way to soften the path to more successful and healthier habits.

To highlight that sometimes these unwanted habits can spiral into larger issues if not addressed, Robin shares personal stories about how her bulimia started, and later, why she chose to become a non-drinker.

A free worksheet is introduced to help listeners understand and address their unwanted habits by identifying positive associations and creating something that won't require white-knuckling in order to change a bad habit.

The episode concludes with an action-oriented one-liner encouraging listeners to look at themselves with compassion and journal about their experiences to facilitate change.

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In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes discuss the four reasons we self-sabotage. Robin, a Certified Life and Transitions Coach, and Monique, a question-asker and long-time client, delve into each of these blocks, offering personal insights, examples, and practical tips to help listeners become more aware of their thoughts and make positive changes in life. They also emphasize the importance of journaling and self-awareness as tools for growth. The episode includes a discussion on the Spark Session Plus, a coaching opportunity to enhance personal development.

00:54 Understanding Self-Sabotage
03:38 The Inner Critic: Gremlin
06:00 Assumptions and Their Impact
09:27 Interpretations: Shaping Our Reality
12:06 Listener Reflections on Misinterpretations
12:41 Exploring Limiting Beliefs
15:18 Personal Examples of Limiting Beliefs
16:14 Challenging Limiting Beliefs
17:47 Related Episodes and Sponsor Break
20:01 Famous One-Liners and Action Steps
23:02 Conclusion and Call to Action

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Winning the Argument with Yourself: The Power of Self-Awareness and Language

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes discuss strategies to identify and overcome self-imposed limitations using self-awareness and language. They introduce common phrases that people use to justify not advancing towards their goals. Through personal anecdotes and practical tips, they bring light-heartedness to stopping these behaviors to unlock greater potential. Listeners are encouraged to stay out of judgement and find creative ways to challenge and change their perspectives.

00:00 Joking About Bait and Switch
00:48 You Can't Unhear This ;)
02:00 Common Limiting Phrases
04:57 Personal Experiences and Examples
07:20 Overcoming Limitations
08:06 Practical Tips for Success
10:31 Listener Engagement: Share Your Thoughts
11:23 Understanding the Stories We Tell Ourselves
11:58 Personal Anecdotes and Reflections
12:53 The Power of Language in Shaping Behavior
13:33 Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs
14:39 Creative Solutions to Overcome Obstacles
17:27 Sponsor Break and Freebie Download
18:58 Famous One-Liners and Action Items
20:12 Conclusion and Call to Action

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Navigating Worry and Embracing Trust - Shift Happens


In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes explore the pervasive issue of worry and its impact on our lives. Robin, a certified life and transitions coach, explains how chronic worry robs us of joy and energy, leading to stress and a diminished quality of life. They discuss the traits of chronic worriers, the negative effects of excessive worry, and the importance of faith and trust. The episode includes personal anecdotes, practical tips to manage worry, and the introduction of a free downloadable worksheet to help listeners navigate worry with confidence. Robin also shares a powerful mantra to foster trust and reduce worry.

00:31 The Impact of Worry on Our Lives
03:11 Strategies to Combat Worry
04:06 Understanding the Habit of Worry
07:17 Perfectionism and Worry
08:36 Parental Worry and Its Effects
11:35 Personal Struggles with Worry
12:09 Understanding the Impact of Excessive Worry
14:11 The Identity of a Chronic Worrier
15:31 Parenting and Letting Go
17:28 Practical Tips and Sponsor Break
18:42 One-Liner and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Shift Happens Podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and transitions coach, and Monique Eckes, a question asker, provide a detailed recap of season two, covering episodes 12 to 20. If you've missed prior episodes, they hope this will help you decide which episodes you may want to go tune into!

They reflect on themes such as overcoming resistance to achieve goals, the significance of having a deep 'why', managing chaotic urgency versus relaxed intensity, saying 'no' with love, the importance of the word 'and' in mindset, waiting for permission, the impact of losing momentum, reducing drama, and distinguishing hoping versus trying. The hosts share personal stories, quotes, and lessons learned from each episode to provide listeners with additional insights and actionable takeaways. They also emphasize the value of self-awareness, clarity, and emotional commitment in navigating life's challenges.

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