Getting Soul Fit with Melissa Paige

Today’s guest is Gregory Robert Damian. He’s a certified personal trainer, sports nutrition advisor, and author of Live Well Beyond 120 and the new workbook that is coming out, Abs at 60.

“Without a clear motivation and without a clear goal, we’re wandering around in the wilderness.”

IN THIS EPISODE

• Gregory’s back story and his mission.
• The monumental moment that changed everything.
• Wise fitness advice.
• Lifestyle changes vs. quick fixes.
• Steps to take when you’re first starting your fitness journey.
• The most important letters of the SMART goals analogy.
• Having the right mindset.
• Living like a dad but looking like an athlete.
• Embracing that you have control over how you age.
• How to truly live your best life.

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                                                                                                                                   Staying Motivated

Hosted by: Melissa Paige

We’re officially in season 2 of the show! This is the time of year where people make resolutions and new goals. Unfortunately although a lot of us start with good intentions, we quickly crash and burn. I’ve done it myself. So, today let’s dive into this!

“Real results are not going to happen overnight.”

IN THIS EPISODE

• Melissa’s background and how she has maintained change in her own life for over 12 years.
• Real results take time.
• Why it’s important to figure out how you want to feel first.
• How to create a lifestyle change vs. a phase.
• Surrounding yourself with the right support.
• Preventing fall out.

Produced by James Patrick

                                                                                                                                        Staying Motivated

Hosted by: Melissa Paige

As we are approaching the end of a holiday season and going into the New Year and how cold it is in many parts of the world, it gets a little harder to stay consistent. When that alarm clock goes off in the morning and you’re all cozy in your blankets, it’s not the easiest thing to get out of bed. Especially if you’re getting out of the bed to go to the gym. If I don’t work out before work, chances are I won’t workout after.

This episode we’re going to talk about how to stay motivated and consistent through the season changes.

“It’s all about moderation and balance.”

IN THIS EPISODE

• Choosing memories.
• How dopamine plays a big role in staying motivated and its functions.
• What can cause lower levels of dopamine and what these low levels may lead to.
• Things you can do to naturally increase your dopamine.
• Eating the rainbow in a way you actually enjoy.
• The importance of gut health.
• A supplement recommendation.
• What kind of exercise increases dopamine.
• Tips to help you fall asleep and stay asleep.

                                                                                                                                   H.G. Tudor Part 2 (E)

Hosted by: Melissa Paige

H.G. Tudor is a world-renowned authority on narcissism and psychopathy. He is an expert on the subject matter as he is diagnosed with both narcissistic personality disorder and antisocial personality disorder. He has provided consultations to thousands and written many books on narcissism.

If you didn’t get a chance to listen to part 1, go back and listen! It’s filled with a wealth of information. Today, we’re diving back in to learn more.

“Control is something that a narcissist must have at all times.”

IN THIS EPISODE

• A true narcissist and the definition of narcissistic personality disorder.
• What fuels a narcissist.
• Cognitive empathy vs. emotional empathy.
• Differences between a psychopath and a narcissist.
• What narcissists look for in you.
• Things to be aware of when utilizing social media.
• What is the silent treatment?
• Mind games a narcissist may engage in.
• Mirroring.
• How narcissists may use the same material over and over on different people.
• Trauma bonding.
• An easy way to start healing from a narcissist more quickly.

Connect with H.G. Tudor

                                                                                                                   Bullying & Body Image Dysmorphia with Cody Riniger (E)

Hosted by: Melissa Paige

In today’s episode, Cody Rinniger is back for part 2. If you didn’t listen to part 1, I highly recommend you go back and listen to that. Cody is the owner, creator and professional fitness trainer for 2B imperium.

This conversation was inspired by Cody and I’s similar “why” and what has led us to want to help others now. Last week, I held a poll on my Instagram story asking if you’ve ever been bullied as a child and almost everyone responded with a yes. Let’s dive into this today.

***trigger warning* This episode does include subject matter such as eating disorders and abusive behaviors that may be sensitive to some. Listen at your own discretion,

“I formally believe in seeking outside help if you need it.”

IN THIS EPISODE

• The longterm effects of bullying.
• What body dysmorphic disorder is and its symptoms.
• Kelcy’s and Cody’s bullying stories.
• The dangers of social media.
• The power of words and how they make an impact on others.
• How the effects of bullying can manifest in adulthood.
• Why you shouldn’t care about what others think.
• Accepting where you are and who you are.
• Finding the good, not focusing on the bad
• Different ways to find healing from the past trauma.
• How you talk to yourself is important.
• Consider the source!
• Practical ways to move towards healing.
• Working on your mind first.

*If you are in emotional distress - 988lifeline.org/chat or call 988 for help from National Institute of Mental Health*

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                                                                         No BS Fitness: with Special Guest Cody Rininger 

Hosted by: Melissa Paige

Interview with Special Guest: Cody Rininger: Creator/Owner and Professional Trainer of 2B Imperium. #1 Voted Best Fitness Company in several states. Athlete, coach, and competitor. 

IN THIS EPISODE:

We chat about Cody's journey from his own personal transformation, getting bullied, to helping transform the lives of others. 

We talk fitness and raw truth. 

To get in contact with Cody, get coached, and inquire on fitness/health: 

-www.fourseasonshealthclub.com/2b-imperium

-Instagram: @rininger50

Connect with Melissa

Instagram: @themelissapaige

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Produced by James Patrick

We’re going to start this episode with an easy breathwork exercise that you can easily add to your morning routine,

I recently held a poll on Instagram about a topic that you may want to hear about, and I got a lot of my responses that most of you wanted to hear about setting healthy boundaries. I’m not surprised since it is such a challenging thing to do. Especially, if you’re not used to doing it. Let’s talk about that today.

“It is not our job in life to make sure that we are liked by everyone.”

IN THIS EPISODE

• Benefits of breathwork.
• The difference between being nice and kind.
• How we were taught to be polite as kids affects us and our boundary setting as adults.
• Changing how we were conditioned.
• Listening to your body and internal boundaries.
• Apologies without changed behavior is manipulation.
• The importance of addressing conflict.
• Setting boundaries without apologizing or over explaining.
• Specific examples of what to say when setting boundaries.
• The truth about the people who may be upset about your boundaries.

*Morning breathwork app* - Download from App Store: "Breathwrk" 

Connect with Melissa

Instagram: @themelissapaige

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Produced by James Patrick

                                                                                                          Navigating the Holidays: SOBER

Hosted by: Melissa Paige

We are already approaching the holiday season! I woke up thinking a couple things today. First, I can’t believe we are in the holiday season. Secondly, I have a cold but I’m not hungover. Rewind to 2010, every day that ended in “y,” minus Monday’s sometimes, I woke up hungover.

Now, I’m sober and I don’t wake up that way anymore but sometimes the holidays are still hard. And they’re hard for a lot of us. Especially for those of us in recovery, those who are sober, or those who are newly sober. This is a reminder to be gentle to yourself.

“Don’t feel like you have to do things to make others happy.”

IN THIS EPISODE

• Tips if you’re newly sober during the holidays.
• Being nice vs. being kind.
• How to find sober activities.
• Creating new traditions.
• Preparing for events where there will be alcohol.

Sober Activities/Info/Help: 

• www.meetup.com- Search Sober Activities
• www.thephoenix.org - Sober activity community
• www.aa.org or www.na.org - If you think you may have a problem with alcohol or narcotics and wish to obtain more information, find local meetings for support

SAMSHSA's National Helpline: Free, confidential, 24/7, 365 days a year treatment referral and information service for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use issues: 1-800-662-4357, www.samhsa.gov

Connect with Melissa

Instagram: @themelissapaige

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Produced by James Patrick

                 Narcissistic Tendencies with H.G. Tudor (E)

                                                                                                                          Hosted by: Melissa Paige

In February of 2020, I was coming out of a relationship with someone my therapist believed has NPD, or Narcissistic Personality Disorder as well as believed to have Antisocial Personality Disorder. In other words, a Narcissistic Psychopath. . During this relationship with that individual, friends kept approaching me with this idea that he was a narcissist by how he treated me and others with seemingly no empathy.

Honestly, prior to encountering this individual, I didn’t understand what a narcissist truly was. I started trauma therapy after the relationship because it was extremely abusive, and today I can say I’m happier than ever. But, it has been quite a journey.

Part of my healing journey was the knowledge that I gained from listening to H. G. Tudor’s YouTube channel, which was referred to me by my therapist. So, I am super excited to actually have him on my show today.

“Fuel can come from the things that you say and the things that you do.”

IN THIS EPISODE

• What      H.G. has been diagnosed with and how he uses this diagnosis now.
• The      different types of narcissists and their traits.
• Distinct      qualities about an individual that may mean they are a narcissist.
• Where      narcissism comes from.
• How      H.G.’s childhood led to his diagnosis.
• Providing      fuel to the narcissist and the devaluation process.
• Narcissistic      rage/fury and how it’s different from anger.
• Everyday      examples to provide real life context.
• Why      the narcissist targets you.
• The      red flags to watch out for online and in person.
• Should      you stop online dating?

In the next episode, I'll be recording Part 2 of the Interview with H.G. Tudor. If you don’t know him, he is a World renown expert on narcissism, famous author, writer, and a diagnosed Narcissistic Psychopath who is extremely intelligent and self-aware.

*trigger warning for this next episode!

Connect with H.G. Tudor:

Would you leave your house wide open at night for anyone to walk in?

In this episode, I address breaking toxic cycles, setting healthy boundaries and thriving.

To help support the people in the Ukraine:

Resources:

Domestic Abuse Support: https://www.thehotline.org/search-our-resources/

Courage is a muscle you have to work on consistently.

In this episode, I address facing fears and building confidence.

To help support the people in the Ukraine:

                Resources: