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A Lesson On "Meditation: A Guided Experience to Support You"

As we're all experiencing uncertain times, I felt called to create a guided meditation that I myself use everyday. The benefits to doing this:

• It increases your vibration and connection within
• It reminds me that I am fully supported and safe
• It brings me the calm that I need to keep my mindset straight

Take a listen and I hope you find it useful, and perhaps you make it apart of your daily routine as well. Sending you all the light, love and good vibes.

A Lesson on "Worrying: You Have a Choice"

In this episode, you'll will learn:

• Why worrying is a choice, and how to choose again
• How to see the opportunity during a challenging time
• Why it is important to focus on the good

In light of all that is happening around us, I felt called to create an episode that not only can support all of you, but will also be something that I myself can refer to in the future if needed. My hope is this episode will allow you a shift in your perception, even in the slightest way. Sending all the love and good vibes your way in the meantime.

A Lesson on "Connecting Back In: Give Yourself Permission to Slow Down"

In honor of the event I'm producing this coming April* (Saturday, April 11th from 11:11am to 6:00pm) I thought I would put together an episode that explains more on:

• How this event came about
• Who this event is for
• What to expect if you attend

If after listening, you feel like this is the exact thing you've been looking for, checkout our website https://www.connectbackin.com/ for more information or to reserve your ticket. 

*Event was cancelled due to COVID-19.

A Lesson on "My Top Ten ... So Far": The Concepts I live By

In this episode, you will learn:

• The top ten lessons that I’ve learned … so far
• What I chose to be my #1 lesson by far
• What “we eat on the level of our vision” means

Each of us, whether we’re aware of it or not, have a set of principles, beliefs or lessons that we choose to live by each and every day. I am very aware of what mine are, and they are constantly evolving as I dedicate a large portion of my life to personal growth. In honor of our tenth episode of The La Jolla Local, I pulled together my current top ten lessons that have supported me the most … so far. The reason I emphasize ‘so far’ is because they change on the daily, and although these concepts are truly aligned with who I am, they can be challenging to always abide by. If only we could live what we know 100% of the time, am I right? I guess then we would have it all figured out and this journey would come to an end 😊. Listen in to hear my break down of all these concepts and my hope is that you find a nugget of wisdom that resonates and supports you. Enjoy!

From The La Jolla Local: A Lesson on “Quitting is Not an Option”, an Interview with George Hauer

Recorded under previous podcast name and theme, The La Jolla Local 

In this episode, you will learn:

• The journey George shares that lead to the successful life he leads today
• His thoughts on why quitting is not an option
• That every journey has it's obstacles

On the latest episode of the La Jolla local, I had the opportunity to interview George Hauer, who is best known for George’s on the Cove. This is one of my absolute favorite restaurants because it is three-tiered, and feels special no matter if you’re going for dinner or just drinks!

A bit more on George, he has lived in La Jolla since 1978, making him as about as local as it comes. Beyond co-founding the amazing restaurant that we know and love today; George is a founding board member of The La Jolla Community Foundation whose mission is to encourage civic engagement and pride through local philanthropy. He has a passion for supporting the La Jolla community overall which he has done so in various ways over the past few decades, often through his own personal funding.

One thing I’ll say about George is that he has a happy, fully present demeanor, which you don’t generally find from an owner of a restaurant as they're generally trying to do a zillion things at once. Setting the stage for the interview, I was sitting facing their lovely ocean view from the California Modern bottom level restaurant while Frank Sinatra played at the most appropriate level. Even interviewing him was an experience! Listen in to hear about how George got his start in the industry, the twists and turns along the way, and why for him, quitting is just not an option.

A Lesson on "Finding Your Own Happiness": Only You Know What's Best

In this episode, you will learn:

• The two areas of focus that have helped me to find joy
• A reminder that you're the only you and why it is the most important concept to grasp
• My number one practice that keeps me sane

I have been working on coming up with the right concept for my next anecdotal episode, and it came to me very clear in the past week. I almost created this so that I can listen to it the next time I personally need the reminder. What brings us joy? How do we find that for ourselves? Take a listen to hear why I think finding joy can be challenging, how to overcome it, and the benefits of putting yourself first.

From The La Jolla Local: A Lesson on “It's Never Too Late”, an Interview with Dr. Tracy Taddey

Recorded under previous podcast name and theme, The La Jolla Local

In this episode, you will learn: 

• What lead Tracey to switch up her path after achieving what she 'thought' she had wanted
• What she knows for sure
• Her take on why "it's never too late"

On this episode, we interview Dr. Tracy Taddey, D.D.S. and the owner of the La Jolla Dentist off Prospect Street in the La Jolla Village, which just celebrated 45 years in business. Following in the footsteps of her grandfather and father, Dr. Taddey obtained her B.A. from New York University, and is a third-generation dentist. She began her career at Elle Magazine in New York City as a Beauty and Fashion Editor, researching health issues for articles, and it was there where she realized she wasn’t on the right path. Instead of sticking with a career and life that wasn’t fulfilling to her, she took a chance and left it all behind to pursue Dental School and a path that she knew was more aligned with who she was . Today, Dr. Taddey is honored to be voted BEST DENTIST for 2019 in La Jolla Light Readers Poll and for many past years she has  consistently been voted among The Best Dentists in La Jolla in both The La Jolla Light, and the La Jolla Village News newspaper reader polls. She is also a member of several local and national dental societies including the American Dental Association and the California Dental Association, and is an Alumni Board member of University of the Pacific Dental School. She volunteers her time at schools educating children on dental health and participates in community health projects providing care for children in need. She runs competitively and enjoys participating in Half Marathons and Marathons, including The Boston Marathon 2019.

I really enjoyed getting to know Dr. Tracy, as she is warm, inviting, and a very genuine person. Listen to hear her journey on the path to success, and why “It’s Never Too Late”. Enjoy!

A Lesson on "There is No There": Enjoy Life, Right Now

In this episode, you will learn:

• How to enjoy the present moment now, and not wait until you get 'there'
• How to question why you have the goals you have
• Ways in which you can recognize if you're waiting for 'there'

This past week, after sharing with a friend that I have a goal of purchasing a home in the next year or so, he then asked me, "why do you want to buy a house?" I shared a few things that came to mind such as being able to host friends and family, hang Holiday lights and an American Flag on my front door. It then occurred to me that the 'why' behind my goal of achieving buying a house had nothing to do with my 'why' of being. My 'why' of being is to connect, share love and kindness while I inspire others to live their best lives. So ... why am I so focused on this goal of buying a house that it's making me miss the present moment? This idea that once I have 'X', things will be different. I think a lot of us live our lives this way, and it makes us miss the precious time we have each day. Listen in to hear more about how to live for today and not for the 'there' that may never come.

From the La Jolla Local: A Lesson on "The Importance of Relationships", an Interview with Billy Borja

Recorded under previous podcast name and theme, The La Jolla Local 

In this episode, you will learn: 

• What Billy’s path to success looks like, obstacles and all
• The two pivotal challenges he faced that grew him into the amazing person he is today
• His take on the “importance of relationships”

I am so excited to share with you this next interview with Billy Borja, who is the operating partner of three Orange Theory Fitness's in  the San Diego area, and the Founder and CEO of the very innovative VibeFlow Yoga. We all know how amazing OTF is, I mean, after once class I do the whole weigh myself on the scale thing thinking that I’ve lost five pounds. Seriously. There he manages a staff of over 60 and brings joy to over 3,000 members in his multiple locations across San Diego. It goes to show that Billy not only talks the talk, but he walks the walk. With his other venture, yes, he has a whole other business, VibeFlow Yoga, which is a fifty-minute class that uses the whole body vibration to increase mental clarity and awareness, improve balance and coordination, help to reduce joint and back pain, and, strengthen and tone your body. Their exclusive audio system will take you on a voice and music journey that allows you tune out all outside distractions and focus more on you.

He’s also married with three children, and has been a successful business owner of multiple business over the last 20 years. In addition, he is a public speaker on leadership, faith, and success. So far, based on all of Billy’s accomplishments, I’m sure it’s no surprise to you when I say that he has this infectious energy and charisma for life. From our first meeting, I knew he had a lot to learn him, and through our discussions, he was more than willing to share. It hasn’t always been an easy road for Billy, but he has shown how you can overcome adversity, and truly come out the other side stronger and as a better version of you. Listen in to hear more about Billy’s path to success, the two pivotal challenges he faced that grew him into the amazing person he is today, and his take on the “importance of relationships”. Enjoy.

A Lesson on "Success": What Does it Look Like to You?

In this episode, you will learn:

• Why success isn't a one size fits all
• How are thoughts create our reality
• To remember that you are worthy because you exist

I've been feeling the momentum to continue sharing a few ideas that have really helped transform my life. As a high D (DISC Assessment) I strive for perfection and results, often tying these achievements to my worthiness. However, when we actually break down why we're going after our goals, why do we do this? Why is it that we assume things will be different once we're "there"? Take a listen as I share my take on what success really means, why most of us believe the future will be different than the present, and how to start living your best life right now, today.