Best Catalyst 360 Podcasts (2025)

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Behind the Curtain: Brad shares Bloodwork, Biometrics & Daily Routines as 60th Birthday Approaches 24:30

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1d ago24:30

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There are a lot of voices out there in the world of health, wellness & performance. Some – probably most of what we see on Instagram and Youtube – involve more show than go, more staged than engaged. Too often, it involves charismatic individuals who talk a very good talk but provide little insight into their actual walk. Or worse yet, we discover …

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The Pivot: Turning Ageism Into Opportunity 31:47

7d ago31:47

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In this episode of The 360, we tackle a tough reality: ageism in the workplace, and the growing number of talented, experienced professionals being locked out of opportunities simply because of their age. We look at what the data really says about entrepreneurship across age groups, and explore how life experience can become your competitive edge, …

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Unscripted, Real, Live Coaching Session! 1:08:59

15d ago1:08:59

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This special episode provides you the opportunity to be a fly on the wall during a real live coaching session with a NBHWC nationally board certified health & wellness coach. Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in…

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The Summer Slump 37:06

24d ago37:06

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In this episode of The 360, we’re discussing the Summer Slump, that seasonal slowdown where businesses, churches, and nonprofits experience a drop in engagement, attendance, and revenue. Vacations, shifting routines, and mental checkouts can leave leaders wondering how to stay motivated and maintain momentum when it feels like everything has come t…

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Re-defining Able: Tricia Downing Discusses Resilience, Rebounds and Reality 1:13:13

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In 2003, I was in New Zealand to compete in the Triathlon world championships. It was an amazing time. I met some amazing athletes from around the world, most notably Champion Barb Lindquist and Sheila Taormina, who went on to become the first person to qualify for the Olympics in THREE different sports. But the most interesting person I met? Today…

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Serving in Excellence: Customer Service in the Church 1:04:45

1M ago1:04:45

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In this episode of The 360, we’re diving into what it truly means to Serve in Excellence, not just in business, but in ministry. We often talk about customer service in the marketplace, but the same principles apply when you're serving in a church, on a ministry team, or in any space where people show up expecting care, connection, and intentionali…

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7 Baby Steps to Health, Wellness & Performance (Applying Dave Ramsey's Money Principles to Life) 16:51

1M ago16:51

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I was just thinking... What if we were to apply Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University concepts to our health, wellness and performance? In this special episode, Dr. Cooper flips on the mic and shares some initial thoughts about how we might help our coaching clients, friends and ourselves by applying the popular 7 Baby Steps provided by Ramsey i…

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Chasing Mastery: Matt Fitzgerald (Part II) 53:49

2M ago53:49

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This is Part II of the intriguing interview with Author, Coach and top endurance athlete Matt Fitzgerald on the subject of Chasing Mastery. If you missed Part I, it is available via any podcast app as the episode preceeding this one. While you'll love this discussion, you might love it even more if you tap into Part I first :-) You can access Matt …

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Chasing Mastery with Matt Fitzgerald 1:05:28

2M ago1:05:28

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Mastery. What does that encompass when it comes to our health, wellness & performance? How does mindset, consistency and growth affect it? What are the keys to making it a reality? In this discussion with renowned endurance sports author, coach and elite athlete, we’ll unpack the concept of mastery: how it's developed, what holds athletes back, and…

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Why Customer Service Can Make or Break Your Brand 41:23

2M ago41:23

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Good customer service isn’t optional—it’s the difference between a one-time sale and lifelong loyalty. In this episode of The 360, we’re unpacking what customer service really means, why it matters more than most businesses realize, and how one bad interaction can cost you more than just money. We’re talking about the emotional side of spending—why…

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Unlocking Peak Performance 59:45

3M ago59:45

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This special episode looks at specific (and practical) strategies for unlocking peak performance. It is based on the opening keynote presentation from Dr. Cooper at a conference in Colorado. Link to article resources mentioned in presentation available here Link to episode expanding on how to create a clear personal vision avail here Info re earnin…

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Chip Conley - A New Perspective on Midlife (Part II) 44:11

3M ago44:11

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Midlife. For some, the word alone is enough to send shivers down the spine. It’s a time of challenge, change and potential confusion. Or – if you believe the perspective of today’s guest, Chip Conley, the beginning of the very best parts of our lives! Joining us today is Chip Conley, a true visionary in leadership, aging, and personal reinvention. …

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Chip Conley - Learning to Love Midlife (Part I) 46:28

4M ago46:28

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Midlife. For some, the word alone is enough to send shivers down the spine. It’s a time of challenge, change and potential confusion. Or – if you believe the perspective of today’s guest, Chip Conley, the beginning of the very best parts of our lives! Joining us today is Chip Conley, a true visionary in leadership, aging, and personal reinvention. …

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The Explorer's Gene (Alex Hutchinson, PhD) - Part II 37:34

4M ago37:34

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Welcome back to Part II of the interview with Dr. Alex Hutchinson, author of the fascinating new book - The Explorer's Gene: Why we seek big challenges, new flavors, and the blank spots on the map. You can find his book at AlexHutchinson.net Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symp…

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Alex Hutchinson, PhD: The Explorer's Gene 57:12

4M ago57:12

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Exploration. The search for the unknown has shaped the history of our species, molding our behavior in ways we are only beginning to understand. And that understanding is about to come into focus for us today, thanks to today’s guest, best-selling author and one of my favorite writers, Dr. Alex Hutchinson. Alex is well known, both for his popular O…

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Sleep: 20 Practical Strategies to a Better Night's Rest 32:04

5M ago32:04

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Let's talk sleep! In this episode, Dr. Cooper walks through 20 specific strategies to a better night's sleep, including evidence based practices, tips from top researchers, and some tweaks he's playing with in his own sleep. To access prior interviews with sleep physicians, researchers and authors, please see this link. To access a written (article…

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Coaching & Counseling: Everything You Need to Know 34:49

5M ago34:49

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Welcome to a special episode of The Coaching Lab, where we’re discussing a hot topic in the world of health & wellness coaching: Coaching and Counseling. What’s the difference? How do they complement one another? Can one replace the other? Does coaching have a role within employee assistance programs? Are there red flags to look for related to eith…

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Steve Magness - Win the Inside Game (Part II) 45:34

6M ago45:34

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For the first time in our 350+ episodes, we split an interview into two separate episodes due to the wonderful depth and length of this outstanding discussion with best-selling author, athlete and coach Steve Magness! If you missed the first half of the interview, you can access it via any podcast app. To access additional tools & resources from St…

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Steve Magness - Win the Inside Game! 47:38

6M ago47:38

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The great Yogi Berra was famous for saying “Baseball is 90% mental. The other half is physical.” While that brings a smile to our face, he may have been onto something… something that applies to each of us across the spectrum of pursuits. We look to bring the very best version of ourselves as we step up to the plate each day across various personal…

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Not Done Yet! Bolstering Life's 2nd Half 8:52

7M ago8:52

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Are you in the 2nd half of life? or are you a coach coming alongside those looking to make the most of THEIR second half of life? It's a unique journey, and one we felt could benefit from a new resource created specifically to bring insights, ideas and encouragement to those walking this journey. This is a special cross-over episode with the brand …

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How to Get Started (or Bolster Your Career) as a Health & Wellness Coach 17:49

7M ago17:49

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This special episode focuses on key essentials to getting started in a career as a health, wellness & performance coach, including the 4 primary ways to get started. Here is the link to the YouTube Coaching Channel playlist mentioned in this episode if helpful. Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coa…

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Experience a Real, Live, Unscripted Coaching Session 45:27

8M ago45:27

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In this very special BEST of The Coaching Lab episode, you'll get to tune into a real, live - and completely unscripted - coaching session between a NBHWC nationally board-certified health & wellness coach and her client. Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via htt…

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How to Create a Clear, Personal Vision (Brad Cooper, PhD) 20:57

8M ago20:57

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Goals? They can be beneficial, but there's an even more valuable process available for those who truly want to bolster their personal or professional lives (or both!). In this special episode, Dr. Cooper discusses the value of creating a clear, personal vision for your life and walks through the steps to creating your own. The video with examples h…

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How to Choose the Best NBHWC Coaching Certification for You 9:54

8M ago9:54

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One of the most common questions we receive is how best to narrow down the 120+ NBHWC-approved health & wellness coaching certification programs to the one that is best for you. There isn't an easy answer, as the needs, goals and preferences of each student are unique. However, there are some essential ways in which you can filter the long list dow…

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Intersection of Mental Wellbeing and High Performance (Daniel Brown, PhD) 1:04:09

9M ago1:04:09

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Welcome to the latest episode of The Coaching Lab! We're thrilled to have Dr. Daniel Brown of the University of Portsmouth with us, a leading expert & researcher on the psychology of human excellence and wellbeing, including the impact of mental health and the understanding of resilience and the ability to truly thrive in the full sense of the word…

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How to Grow My Coaching Business 10:03

9M ago10:03

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In this special "Coaching Q & A" episode of The Coaching Lab, Dr. Cooper discusses 3 specific and immediately applicable strategies you can implement to grow your coaching business. This is not an easy question for anyone (including us, and we've been doing it since 2007!), but this episode will provide you with actionable steps you can take with m…

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Dopamine Unplugged! (Talia Lerner, PhD) 1:01:03

9M ago1:01:03

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Welcome to The Coaching Lab’s 'Dopamine Unplugged' episode, where we dive into the fascinating world of dopamine—our brain’s supposed superstar neurotransmitter! Is it really the 'happiness chemical,' or are there more nuanced truths behind its role in motivation and behavior? Today we’ll be debunking common myths, explore the latest research, and …

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I'm Drowning! (Mindset Episode) 6:16

9M ago6:16

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We all feel like we're drowning at times, sinking beneath the surface and unable to come up for air. What then? Engaging with a therapist or seeking help through the suicide and crisis hotline (text 988 - available 24/7) may be a necessary next step. In addition, this week's special mindset episode discusses another valuable step forward: Pick One.…

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The Norwegian Method: Brad Culp 1:13:49

10M ago1:13:49

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Welcome to The Coaching Lab! Today, we have a special guest who will pull back the curtain on one of the world’s most popular training strategies: The Norwegian Method with the guy who’s seen it all - Brad Culp (his new book is available here). With insights rooted in science and real-world applications, he not only reveals the secrets behind this …

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Merging Possibility & Necessity (Mindset Episode) 7:28

10M ago7:28

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The story of Steve Jobs and Apple may not be exactly as you've heard it. The real story lays out the value of merging possibility & necessity in our own lives. We take a deeper dive in this special Mindset episode of The Coaching Lab podcast! Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Sym…

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Unleashing Human Potential: Fitness & Physiology Unpacked w/ Brady Holmer! 1:13:07

10M ago1:13:07

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It’s been awhile since we’ve done a rapid-fire physiology and fitness episode, but today’s the day! Whether you’re a serious athlete or someone looking to make the most of their personal & professional outcomes, you’ll love this one. Today’s guest, Brady Holmer, is a must-follow for those dialed into the latest insights on human physiology. You kno…

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Deliberate Reflection (Role of Dreams) 5:17

10M ago5:17

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Today we discuss the potential influence of dreams in our lives and the role of deliberate reflection in bringing those dreams to the forefront. Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers,…

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Weight Loss Meds: Myths & Realities (Dr. Sheri Poznanovic & Board-Certified Coach Erin Chain) 50:28

11M ago50:28

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Less than 2 years ago, you’d likely never heard of GLP-1 mediations. Today, it’s on the tip of everyone’s tongue as the solution to weight management, has longstanding organizations like Weight Watchers on the verge of bankruptcy and is making employee benefits coverage for employers more difficult than ever due to the cost. How does it work? Why a…

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September Snapshot of The Coaching Lab w/ CC & The Coach! 6:01

11M ago6:01

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Missed an episode of The Coaching Lab in September? CC & the Coach provide a brief overview of the previous month's episodes! Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness pr…

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Breaking the Algorithm 6:08

11M ago6:08

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Welcome to this special episode of The Coaching Lab podcast, where we discuss shifting out of autopilot, the negative side of tribes and what we can do to break the algorithm driving our lives. Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachingins…

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The Coaching Lab: Health, Wellness & Performance! (Trailer) 1:51

11M ago1:51

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To celebrate the launch of our 7th year, we're thrilled to announce a new name and look for the #1 podcast in health & wellness coaching. The Catalyst 360 podcast, your source for engaging, evidence-based insights, will now become THE COACHING LAB: Health, Wellness & Performance! Thank you so much to everyone who has been on this journey with us ov…

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The Flexible Mind: High Performance Without Burnout (Ross White, PhD) 59:25

11M ago59:25

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Today’s guest, clinical psychologist Dr. Ross White, is author of “The Tree that Bends” – an intriguing book that helps us elevate our performance without burning out – or breaking – in the process. Professor White has spent his career supporting the mental health & wellbeing of high performers across a range of athletic and professional settings a…

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The Study of YOU 8:28

11M ago8:28

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Thank you for joining us for this special boost episode of the Catalyst 360 podcast, exploring how to identify our own unique responses to the things that improve our health, wellness and performance. Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoac…

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Live Coaching Session Integrating Functional Mental Toughness Specialty Skillset 1:11:51

11M ago1:11:51

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This special episode features a real, live coaching session with NBHWC nationally board-certified coach Sabryna Liddle, who has also earned her specialty certification in functional mental toughness & resilience (fMTc). Following the coaching session (session #2 with this client), Sabryna and Dr. Cooper will provide a debrief discussion for coaches…

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The 88-Year Mentality 8:29

12M ago8:29

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Special boost episode of Catalyst 360 Podcast, taking a closer look at the longevity craze and the impact of the 88-Year Mentality! Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & welln…

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Battling Pseudoscience (Jonathan Stea, PhD) 55:35

12M ago55:35

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In case you haven’t noticed, wellbeing and wellness have been hijacked by those selling the modern-day version of snake oil. Pseudoscience – social media’s candy - is winning the clicks game over actual science and your friends are more likely to send you a Youtube video as “proof” of their claim than a credible, peer-reviewed research study. Enter…

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What is Holding Me Back? (Vitality Boost Episode) 6:37

1y ago6:37

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Using the Theory of Constraints to permanently move the dial in the ways that matter most. Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360…

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Motivational Interviewing Co-creator Stephen Rollnick, PhD 1:06:19

1y ago1:06:19

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Please enjoy this special Best Of episode with the co-creator of Motivational Interviewing (MI), Dr. Stephen Rollnick!! Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness provider…

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Tell Them About the Dream! (Vitality Boost Episode) 3:28

1y ago3:28

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On the afternoon of August 28, 1963, with a quarter million people in attendance, Dr. Martin Luther King was working his way through the speech he’d composed with advisor Clarence Jones when everything changed. African-American gospel singer Mahalia Jackson, sitting just a few yards to his left, shouted “Tell them about the dream, Martin!” Dr. King…

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Cancer and Exercise: Latest Evidence and Insights (Kristin Campbell, PhD) 56:47

1y ago56:47

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The number of cancer survivors in the US alone exceeds 15.5 million—a figure expected to double in the coming decades. The general role of exercise for our health & wellbeing, but what about for the individual in the midst of or the tail end of the cancer journey – does it play an important role there? If so, in what ways? Why isn’t it generally em…

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How Anchoring Impacts Our Lives (Boost Episode) 3:30

1y ago3:30

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What role does anchoring play in your life? Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.com/ Tap into the home of the (freely availabl…

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Is Delayed Gratification Overrated? (Jacqueline Rifkin, PhD) 59:59

1y ago59:59

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Delayed gratification. When it comes to health, wellness and high performance, it’s the holy grail, right? Well, not so fast. Back in 1970, psychologist and Stanford professor Walter Mischel (‘mishel”) performed the marshmallow study. It purported to show that children who were able to delay gratification by choosing not to eat a marshmallow when l…

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What Gifts Are You Holding in Exile? (Vitality Boost Episode) 4:27

1y ago4:27

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We face a tough, but potentially life-shifting question in this week's special episode! Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.co…

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Mastering Microskills (Adaira Landry, MD and Resa Lewiss, MD) 55:41

1y ago55:41

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Today’s interview w/ authors and emergency room physicians Dr. Adaira Landry and Dr. Resa Lewiss focuses on the concept of Microskills, which are built on a singular principle: Every big goal, complicated task, healthy habit, and even what we think of as character traits can be broken down into small, learnable skills that can be practiced and inco…

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Coach Isaac Newton (Vitality Boost Episode) 3:25

1y ago3:25

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Isaac Newton might just have been the world's first health & wellness coach! Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.com/ Tap into…