Tune in to the BBP's finale with host, Maëlis Mittig, and producer, Emeka Nwakibu! Plenty of yoga talk, Big Sean and Chance quotes, random off-track side convos, and a recap of each one of our cherished 30 episodes and some of the gems we took away from this project.  It's time for something new, and we're evolving to a new project, so it's "sees you later!" Thank you for listening, for sharing, for growing with us over the last 2+ years. Thank you to all our amazing guests who shared so much wisdom -- we had so much fun on this journey!!  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

Welcome to episode 30!  Our guest on today's episode is the amazing Sarah Glenn. Sarah is a life and career coach, who cares deeply about helping her clients (including our host!) reach the life and career they deserve. She has nearly a decade of experience supporting over 3,700 individuals with goal setting, career, and life design, and has also supported over 150 businesses with their recruiting and staffing strategies. She has been meticulously trained through the Robbins-Madanes School of Coaching as a career and life coach and has extensive experience as a recruiter, manager, business developer, and coach. What people are staying:  "More value in 6 months of coaching than in 10 years of therapy. Sarah helped me have more self-compassion, while also working with me to create a plan that I felt good about to move forward with my life." --  "Sarah absolutely changed my life.” “I got my life back.” In this episode, we cover:  how Sarah helps her clients bounce back   how yoga plays a role in her current bouncing all things life and career coaching yin yoga and why Sarah practices this style at this time in her life consistency and mindset tips work/life dynamics how it's okay to feel neutral about situations  hard vs. unknown  recent breakthroughs around the idea that life can be easy group coaching how to design a life you deserve how to bounce back to center and ground in learning to create goals for YOU and not for others  ... and more! If you've been curious about life coaching, this is the episode for you.  You can find Sarah on instagram: @skglenn15 @completely_coaching or her website: https://www.completelycoaching.com/  an @itsnationdotcom production, #goodinanyhood | @bounceyogaco #thebouncebackpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

In the first episode of the year, we switched it up and had Maëlis' partner, Marcus, in the interviewer's seat.  We covered topics like:  What bouncing back means to the BBP host  What’s one thing she wishes she had known when she began the 2020 year One thing she wishes she had known prior to starting a podcast  What advice she would give someone wanting to pursue a path similar to hers What are the best resources that have helped her along the way What’s something people seem to misunderstand about her The student that touched her heart and how it changed her practice What makes her feel inspired or like her best self What advice would she give to her 18-year old self What’s the most important thing she's learned in her life What is her best tip for making the world a better place If she could do anything to improve health and healthcare in America, what would it be The power of Orangetheory fitness and fitness in general  Following your heart  And always, the power of yoga as a tool to cultivate resiliency and bouncing back from setbacks.  You can follow Maëlis on Instagram: @felizmaelis and the BBP on Instagram @bounceyogaco You can follow Itsnation Entertainment production: @itsnationdotcom  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with my PSU "frat brother" (AKPsi, what's up!?), Sheffy Minnick, about the ways in which yoga has helped her bounce back from setbacks, from a young age to today. It was beautiful to hear about how in her childhood in India, yoga was approached as a medicine, and how she now shares this with her own children. We also talk about her passion for running, dance, and her fascinating role as a Facilitated Dialogue Practitioner and a Sociologist.  As the Facilitation Training Manager for World in Conversation, a Center for Public Diplomacy at Penn State University, Sheffy has dedicated over a decade of her career to developing, designing, and teaching students the fundamentals of sociological conversations. The work she does is based on research, development, and execution in the realm of sociology and dialogue. When she is not working, she is running, writing, and mothering two beautiful kids (seven and four). As she says, "everything I do is a piece that continues to create who I am." More on Sheffy: https://worldinconversation.org/ Follow Sheffy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therelatablesheff/ We can't wait for you to hear this month's BBP episode, and we wish you many bounce backs! Est. 2018: A Nation Entertainment production | https://itsnation.tv/ | @bounceyogaco | bounceyogaco.com  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

In this episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with the brilliant Briani Claggett. Briani is the founder and chief educator of Nu Rhythms, an online platform, and community created for purpose-driven women who seek to reclaim the power & wisdom of their bodies. She uses her education in International Health from Johns Hopkins University and her certifications in yoga to bring a holistic approach to women's sexual health and spiritual wellness. Through Nu Rhythms, Briani offers classes, workshops, and courses that help her students reclaim and express the Truth of who they are.  We cover topics like:  how cyclical tracking and syncing can help you bounce back from setbacks faster and plan out your month optimally the power of breathwork & movement and how it has helped Briani manage difficult emotionswhat styles of yoga work for what phase of your menstrual cycle Briani's research around the fluctuations of energy and how to reconnect with our bodies the 4 phases of our cycles and how can we track them to better understand ourselves making periods fun again (!!)creating a blueprint based on our monthly cycle to help us tap into our creative energytapping into our true feminine power and reclaiming ourselves Embodiment and how to integrate our wisdom into our day to day lifeBriani's research on women's health and why she chose to focus her work on women how yoga helps us bounce back from setbacks  Special Guest: Simone from Live from the pack seat  Follow Briani on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/nurhythms/  https://www.instagram.com/nu.rhythms/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

Emily Harman is a powerful woman who I greatly respect and look up to. She has 38 years of service to her country as both a Naval Officer and civilian federal employee. Emily retired as a member of the Senior Executive Service in May 2019. Emily’s last assignment was Director of the Department of the Navy's Office of Small Business Programs where she served as the chief advisor to the Secretary of the Navy on all small business matters. Emily finds deep satisfaction in helping others achieve their goals and realize their potential. She continues to serve through her business, Emily Harman Coaching and Consulting, LLC, as a personal life coach, a small business consultant, and the host of Onward Podcast. She recently agreed to do a 30-day yoga challenge and come chat with us about the results... and how she's still going!  what happened after 30 days of consistent yoga and meditationhow Emily gets so much done productivity hacks  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

https://www.bridgettelewis.com/ @bridgettespeaks on Instagram  Bridgette Lewis is a Woman with vision, indomitable spirit, and an iron will to win!  Bridgette’s get back-up fighting spirit would never let her quit.  She has learned hard lessons in the valleys of life (which we hear about in this episode) but gained wisdom and insight during the process. It's her mission in life to teach Women how to shift their mindset so that they can live a life filled with purpose. Bridgette walks in her purpose restoring hope as a Speaker, published Author, and workshop facilitator. ​She has been speaking publicly for two decades. Her conversational talks are based on her experience. Today, Bridgette is an Author of her recently penned book “From Pitfalls to Purpose” appearing in countless media outlets, magazine articles and speaking on dozens of podcast episodes. She boldly applies time tested principles to help each person gain hope and inner healing by learning to “do the work.” In this episode, Ms. Bridgette shares with us some wild stories, how yoga became a daily practice for her, and the why behind her mission to help us bounce back from setbacks.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

"Strong Practice, Strong Life" Welcome to Episode 24, where we catch up with THE Keith Golden, our very first guest on the show, to chat about how a couple of things have evolved over the last year and a half like:  How Keith's practice/teachings have evolved towards functional movement Whether or not we are still down to teach Donald Trump a class 🙄 (taking one for the team here, he clearly needs it) Men in yogaHow Keith has continued his mission to inspire .... and more. We also talked about:  How Keith shares a birthday with Malcolm X and his experience growing up Black in the US The Black Lives Matter movement and why it’s important to love yourself before you engage in conversationsHow Keith sees himself as someone who battles racism, not as a victim of racismVictim vs. fighter Why after George Floyd's death so many people reached out saying "I'm sorry" (and Keith puts me on the spot and asks me if I get upset as a woman since no one apologized when for example Epstein cases come out) His teacher Mr. Hooper who made a big difference in his life in the 80s (and who he's reconnected with since!!)How being Black in America is different than being Black in Denmark (and France, and almost everywhere else in the world) Being as cool as possible The importance of conversations and dialoguing/listening to people Being open to experiences vs. statistics  ... and last but not least, how to make life better for people.  You can connect with Keith on Instagram: @keith_golden, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithgolden.mobility or on his website: https://www.keithgolden.com/ **An Itsnation TV production: @itsnationdotcom for more #goodinanyhood content**  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

AN OPEN SECRET BLOG: https://anopensecret.com/ AN OPEN SECRET: ESSAYS ON LOVE BOOK: amazon.com/Anopensecret-Essays-Love-Moradeyo-Adeyi/dp/1796534927 ($12 + free fast shipping with prime… support your girl!) INSTAGRAM: @alwaysmlove In this episode, we discuss: a regular yoga practice  the importance of daily self-care ritual  what is an open secret?  relationships  communication  and more...  Moradeyo Adeyi is a Nigerian-American woman, the child of immigrants, a sister, a partner, a friend. In addition to that, she is a social worker, adjunct professor, published author, & freelancer. On her blog, “An Open Secret” Moradeyo started off offering space to discuss the complexities of relationships. She started out sharing stories from Black women and men on the topics of love, sex, and dating, and has recently expanded to focusing on centering Black bodies, exploring relationships from a different angle, and adding additional space to talk about wellness and social justice. In March of 2019, Moradeyo wrapped up ten years of love with a book, AnOpenSecret: Essays on Love. You can buy her book, a raw, funny, joyful, intimate, relatable and beautiful read on Amazon. “As a black woman, the decision to love yourself just as you are is a radical act. And I’m as radical as they come.” ― Bethanee Epifani J. Bryant In the episode, Moradeyo recommends the book, “Attached” by Amir Levine and Rachel S. F. Heller --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

How do we raise the collective consciousness and our own vibration through reading, writing, and intentional entertainment? How do we heal emotional trauma through the process of consuming High-Vibe content and journaling or writing? How can reading and writing help us bounce back faster and in what ways are they part of a yogic path? We're thrilled to have internationally Bestselling Author of more than ten books and holistic coach mentored by Marianne Williamson, KristaLyn A. Vetovich on this episode of The Bounce Back Podcast. KristaLyn strives to write high vibration stories that birth fandoms. She is an astrologist and metaphysical expert with two decades of independent and traditional publishing experience who helps people find emotional healing through the joy of entertainment and Divine timing. She currently works with The Author Incubator helping people write books that make a difference. In this episode, we discuss:  reading and writing as tools to bounce back from setbacks the benefits of a steady yoga practiceuplevelingenergy healing imagination as a tool to heal creation of fictional characters content digestion and impact High Vibe Bookclub  ... and more.  KristaLyn lives in a treehouse in Elysburg, Pennsylvania with her husband and corgis, Jack and Zelda. You can reach her via her website: http://www.kristalynavetovich.com/ or on Instagram: @therealkristalyn --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

On this episode of the BBP, we chat about the concept of "hitting rock bottom" and whether this is a must to reach high levels of success, with the producer of this podcast, Emeka (Mek) Nwakibu.  Our hypothesis: you don't have to hit rock bottom.  We chat about things like: Not getting stuck Not letting ourselves hit rock bottom after setbacks What is rock bottom?The importance of our inner dialogueGiving/receiving adviceFilling our time with positive activitiesBeing patient with ourselvesStacking good things  You can follow Mek's work and get the latest #goodinanyhood swag here: https://itsnation.tv/ | @itsnationdotcom  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

We dedicate this episode to everyone on the front line and everyone working to make a positive difference at this time. We see you, we appreciate you, and we honor you. This bonus episode is for you. Gina Rollo White is the Founder of the non-profit, Mindful Junkie. I had the great pleasure of meeting Gina at Lululemon’s International Women’s Day event in DC last month where she and I spoke about doing an episode down the line, but since this type of information is needed now, we decided to get on zoom and do the thing.  In this episode, we talk about how mindfulness can measurably reduce stress and increase wellness for frontline workers during the COVID-19 pandemic and why it is so important to practice mindfulness techniques during this crisis. We focus on topics like: Stress management Situational awareness Interpersonal relations Responding vs reacting Trauma and what it is Mindstate regulation Body scans  Smiling at bus drivers and the little things that can make a difference  ... and more. Gina Rollo White grew up in a household with two parents who were first responders, and as a child, she saw how the sacrifices her parents made for their communities not only took a toll on their physical and mental health but also created strain at home and in the family. Gina has spent the last 7 years creating mindfulness workshops and helping our front line heroes stay at the top of their game. Although she primarily works with first responders such as EMS, paramedics, police officers and firefighters (the individuals who put their lives on the line to ensure public safety), she is also sharing her workshops at this time to all front-line workers, as well as everyone and anyone who needs support with their mental health at this time. She has worked with leadership from police departments, fire departments, and special task force detectives, delivering curriculum specifically tailored to those working in high trauma environments. The Criminal Justice Mindfulness Training Curriculum authored by Gina Rollo White was DCJS approved and has been used as the backbone for all the mindfulness workshops for first responders. Gina is also an experienced Pilates instructor and has been training with techniques passed down from Joseph Pilates for over 10 years. She believes in the mind-body connection, and she felt a strong pull to incorporate training the mind as part of her physical training efforts.  Gina believes that for optimum health, it is important to train your body and mind together. The non-profit Mindful Junky's mission is to empower first responders with mindfulness strategies to be safe, healthy, and emotionally regulated. They give first responders tools to deal with stress and trauma, as well as increase compassion and empathy. They teach first responders how to manage reactions, notice impulses, and work through emotions - on the job and when they go home. You can connect with Gina at http://www.mindfuljunkie.com and @mindfuljunkie on Instagram Special shoutout to Revive Juice (https://revivehealth.life/) for their support in bringing healthy juices to nurses and doctors around the DMV as well as parts of Pennsylvania. You can donate healthy, uplifting juices directly to doctors and nurses by ordering juice at https://revivehealth.life/collections/donations. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

Part two of episode 18 with @sidneymcnairyiv is live on all the podcast streaming platforms you love⚡️✨🎊 In this second segment of a conversation with Sidney McNairy IV — the owner of @thetribe4warriors, entrepreneur, community leader, visionary and yoga instructor — we chat about how easy it is to get stuck in our stories and how hard it is to shift the narrative to move past certain trauma/hurt. We talk about that moment when we are able to shift the story and how that can become the bounce back. We also talk about "I" statements, baby steps to veganism, big love, big truss, shifting perspective to bounce back and directing your concentration. Tune in to learn more about Sidney and to hear his wisdom on how yoga helps us develop our [mind body spirit] strength and highest potential. Shoutout to @itsnationdotcom production 🎥 Learn more about Sidney and his incredible mission at http://www.4warriors.com/ "Once awareness takes place, we have a new choice."  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

Part one of episode 18 with @sidneymcnairyiv is live on all the podcast streaming platforms you love⚡️✨🎊 In this first segment of a conversation with Sidney McNairy IV — owner of @thetribe4warriors, entrepreneur, community leader, visionary and yoga instructor — we chat about his definition of bouncing back, owning our #truths, allowing our narratives/stories to evolve, yoga (😌), being a big brother and more. Tune in to learn more about Sidney and to hear his wisdom on how yoga helps us develop our [mind body spirit] strength and highest potential. Part two drops on 4/20 | shoutout to @itsnationdotcom 🎥 learn more about Sidney and his incredible mission at http://www.4warriors.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

Venay Puri is a former rower at Cornell who has been in and around fitness throughout his life. Born and raised in Northern Virginia, at 24, Venay opened and operated Ozone, a fitness facility in downtown Orlando. After building the membership base to over 2,000 with a strong support staff, Venay went on to purse a JD/MBA and consult in Regulatory Compliance at investment banks Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs. In the Fall of 2017, Venay enrolled at Yoga Teacher Training (YTT-200) at Lifetime at Lifetime Reston. Due to an unexpected diagnosis of thyroid cancer, Venay withdrew from the course for surgery and treatment. In the Fall 2018, Venay re-enrolled in YTT200, however, an unexpected diagnosis of autism of Venay’s child resulted in a second withdrawal to focus on support. In the Fall 2019, Venay completed YT200 and completed Vipassana, a 10-day 100 hour meditation instruction, in Denver, CO. Today, Venay teaches adaptive yoga classes for child and young adults with special needs, yoga clinics and meditation at ACAC Germantown as well as in and around the greater Washington metropolitan area. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

Elyza Dolby is a 500-RYT yoga instructor, and self-proclaimed professional soul seeker currently living in Baltimore, Maryland with her pup, Beamer. She teaches yoga full-time in both public and private settings, while also managing a local studio, Movement Lab. When she isn't on her mat, she is probably pulling tarot, taking a training of some kind, putting her feet on Pachamama, dancing like there's no tomorrow, or chasing the sun. She has lovingly been called a "G.S.D. Moon Goddess" due her her passionate (Get Sh*t Done) approach to all things yoga and healing, while still fully embracing her "woo-woo" side and holding space for the divine feminine to do beautiful work through the softer channels of life.​ Her journey with yoga first began in the late 90's at a YMCA on the Eastern Shore of Maryland where she decided she was NOT a fan. She eventually returned "home" to her mat after years of self-destruction and spiraling after a traumatic experience which we discuss on the show. She has since been on a transformative roller-coaster of a journey that has involved daily practice, meditation, travel, and lots of trial and error. Her goal is to share her personal story and her love of yoga, in all of its forms, so that others might find their own light and healing. Check out all of Elyza's work and attend her upcoming classes here: https://www.yogawithelyza.com/offerings ----- As always, we wish you many bounce backs.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

Zaineb "ZiZi" Hassan is a certified yoga Specialist (RYT-500 HR), a Lululemon ambassador and the boss woman behind ZiZi Yoga which she started in February of 2016. She is the true definition of "hustle harmoniously and humbly." Zizi specializes in sports performance yoga and works with Elite Athletes worldwide. She was born and raised in the Middle East and moved to America in 2008 to attend Towson University. After the completion of her PharmD at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy & Johns Hopkins University, Zizi moved to Georgetown and realized that yoga was her full time calling. She has been practicing herself for over 12 years and knows the importance of yoga and meditation in stressful situations. She started focusing on teaching Performance Athletes her specific style of yoga practice which primarily entails dynamic, static movement & mindfulness meditation. She now dedicates her time to helping the elite prepare for competition and everyday life, focusing on physical and mental strength facilitated through yoga and meditation. WORK WITH ZIZI: www.ziziyoga.com | INSTAGRAM: @zizi.yoga IN THIS EPISODE, WE CHAT ABOUT: - What Bouncing Back means to Zizi - How she got into yoga and where she is now - How music plays a role in class - Meditation & mindfulness for elite athletes and how it enhances performance - What key teachings/"aha" moments did Zizi receive which lead to her becoming a full-time yoga entrepreneur - Zizi's favorite books, poems, savasana readings - Why is yoga still getting some resistance amongst athletes and where should they start - The importance of staying leveled and surrounding ourselves with a great circle of friends and mentors - Success stories with clients & proud moments  - Being part of a student's developmental journey - Teaching others how to bounce back  - Zizi's personal tips on how to bounce back SHOUTOUTS TO: @lululemon @sunsetrawjuicebar @columbia and more.... ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

In this episode, we had the absolute pleasure to chat with Michelle Stafford aka Diva Yogi about all things: - What bouncing back means to Michelle - How she got into yoga  - Understanding pain, knee injury recovery, physical therapy - Being a meathead at Gold's Gym - The evolution of representation/diversity in the yoga community  - Empathy and choosing where to extend ourselves  - Her personal struggles and how she has used them to bounce back and help others do the same - Her love of humans  - How meditation is a communal power  - Women empowerment - Veganism, not eating alone, eating in season, and shopping local  - Yoni eggs and our sacred wombs - What D.I.V.A. stands for Shoutout to Terra Cafe in Baltimore for hosting us!!  Shoutout to ITSNATION ENTERTAINMENT (Production House) #goodinanyhood #thebouncebackpodcast https://www.thedivayogi.com INSTAGRAM: @divayogi Michelle Stafford has been teaching yoga for over 8 years and personal training for over a decade. Her focus is on alignment, spinal stabilization, joint mobility, and overall strength. She combines her knowledge of strength training with yoga and creates a healthy fitness routine suited just for you. Health goes beyond the aesthetic. How do you feel at the end of the day? Are you able to complete your daily tasks with energy and vigor? Physical fitness is about longevity and optimal wellness. Move your body in a quality way (asana), eat healthy food, meditate (dhyana), and do breathing exercises (pranayama) on a daily basis. Exclusive to women's wellness, Michelle teaches women the art of Yoni Breathing & Yoni Weight Lifting through the use of sacred Yoni eggs. These ancient tools are a way for women to meditate, tone the pelvic floor, invigorate the body, and maintain womb health. "Yoni" is the Sanskrit term for "sacred space" or "womb." Michelle's is a certified NSPA personal Trainer, Patanjali/Iyengar Therapeutic Yoga Instructor, and Level 1 Usui Reiki Practitioner.  She has a background in aquatic fitness & belly dance. She is a Trauma-Informed Care Trainer through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

An impromptu episode in Negril, Jamaica with D'ijae Ellis, a young 18-year-old woman who overcomes obstacles through tai chi, dancing, community and more. I was so impressed with everything D'ijae was telling me when we met that I asked her to come on the podcast and share her tools with us. There's so much impacting teenagers in 2019 and she's got it figured out.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support

In this episode, we interview Neal Stokes, owner of Dream Fit Wellness. You can follow Neal's journey on Instagram: @dreamfitwellness We chat all things:  Accidentally stumbling into a yoga teacher trainingHow yoga helps you build confidence and being more in tune with your bodyThe little victories that make yoga a great tool for compounding progressHow yoga never gets boring and is a never ending source of inspirationTransformation starts with an honest assessmentHow to help clients stay focused on their goalsBreakup week and timed cryingHow to handle being vata3 top things learned from yoga teaching and trainingMen and yogaTop issues plaguing manhood in this countryHow Aggression and pita imbalance are destroying our planetHow gallantry is bouncing backHow yoga is helping men be more in tune with themselves and othersWhy we need more male yoga teachersHot yoga vs regular yoga benefitsNeal’s favorite yoga pose and how grocery shopping helps him bounce back --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bouncebackpodcast/support