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In this Flashback Friday episode, I sit down with the legendary Marshall Goldsmith to discuss his thought-provoking book The Earned Life. Renowned for his coaching and wisdom, Marshall delves into the philosophy and actionable insights behind his work, helping listeners align their choices, risks, and efforts with a greater purpose. During our conversation, we explore what it means to live an “earned life” and the challenges of breaking free from achievement-based validation. Marshall shares profound insights on finding satisfaction, limiting decision fatigue, and embracing accountability without judgment. Key Discussion Points The philosophy behind The Earned Life and why it’s essential…
Many new lifters get and stay motivated when they make fast and significant progress. This is commonly known as “newbie gains,” and it can be the driving force to help new fitness enthusiasts go all in on training—especially when their personal missions are to get jacked. The downside to this is eventually those gains you made so easily stall. It’s almost like the body adapts to what you have been doing and feels no further need to take extra steps to grow and get stronger. These are known as plateaus, and the longer a lifter gets stuck, the more frustrating…
The product recommendations in this post are recommendations by the writer and/or expert(s) interviewed and do not contain affiliate links. Meaning: If you use these links to buy something, we will not earn a commission. Food trends come and go, but eggs have continued to reign as a main breakfast staple. Packed with protein, these versatile and affordable foods are chock-full of important nutrients, including protein, iodine, vitamin B12, and choline, a nutrient that may help support memory. But choosing the best eggs isn’t as simple as it used to be. Today’s grocery shelves are filled with labels like “organic,”…
The holidays are a time to rest, recharge, and spend time with loved ones. But figuring out how to disconnect from work during your time off can be tricky. Constant connectivity and unfinished tasks can blur the lines between personal and professional life, making it hard to relax. (Don’t worry, we’ve all been there.) But unplugging from work over the holidays—or any break, for that matter—is vital for your mental health and preventing burnout, according to Millie Huckabee, LCPC, a therapist and founder and CEO of Sage Therapy. “Taking the time to rest allows us to recharge mentally and emotionally, boosting…
The holiday season is here. There were Christmas trees in my local major department store before Halloween! I read an article this week that stated that it takes most of us 20 hours to prep for the holidays. That feels like a conservative estimate to me. The author of that article quipped that it’s about 18 hours too long! Whether you love the season or hate it, it’s here and hard to ignore. My daughter lives in France. Of course, they don’t celebrate Thanksgiving. Sometimes I feel sad that she doesn’t have the pleasure of sitting around a table with…
Dinner feeling a little meh? This Sweet Heat Salmon from A Couple Cooks is about to change that. It’s got a thick, glossy glaze that’s sweet, spicy, and so good you’ll be looking for reasons to drizzle it on everything.Making it is a breeze — broil the salmon for 10 minutes, brush on more of that irresistible sauce, and you’re done. Sonja and Alex Overhiser, the duo behind A Couple Cooks, have a knack for turning everyday meals into something next-level tasty. Want to kick up the heat? Add more hot sauce and get ready for flavor that doesn’t hold…
Maintaining a balanced diet can be challenging for most of us. This is especially true when it comes to managing calorie intake without compromising on taste and enjoyability. Low-calorie smoothies are a splendid solution, as they combine the essence of nutrition-packed ingredients with the pleasure of delicious flavours. The beauty of low-calorie smoothies lies in their simplicity and the powerful mix of nutrients they offer. Ideal for anyone looking to shed a few kilos or simply maintain a healthy lifestyle, these smoothies contain fruits, vegetables, and other wholesome ingredients that offer various benefits. Some of these health benefits are boosting…
Real talk: Washing your hair can be annoying. None of us want to do it if we can get away with a little MacGyver-style sprucing up. But there are times where you’re right on the border, on the cusp of a CODE RED! MUST WASH! situation where you think maybe you could go a tad bit longer, but you question. We feel you. And we know that struggle. So we decided to design a flowchart to help.Now, before you go feeling all sheepish about the state of your un-washedness, let us give you a pep talk. We swear our recent…
The holidays provide for perhaps one of the most joyful and yet the most stressful times of the year. The season affords each of us an opportunity to reflect on the special meaning of the holidays whether related to personal relationships, family, or religion. What are some things with which we must cope during the holiday? Family quarrels, busy friends, negative media focus, job difficulties, relationship pain, financial stress—all of this can leave you feeling depressed, anxious, and alone. Let’s look at some of the most common holiday stressors: Family Tensions We put our responsibilities to family—children, parents, siblings—over all other…
☀️ From their go-to breakfasts to their meditative moments, Morning Person explores the get-ready routines of your favorite people. ☀️ SEE MORE You may know her as one of the most bubbly and motivational faces of Peloton, but Leanne Hainsby-Alldis is much more than the 30 or 45 minutes you see on the screen. For starters, she’s a former professional dancer who’s toured with big names like Taylor Swift and Katy Perry. And besides the fitness and all the glitz and glam, the 37-year-old is a breast cancer survivor. Her journey to Peloton was a little unorthodox, to say the…