https://feeds.blubrry.com/feeds/inspiringlives.xml http://www.pennyrackley.com http://www.pennyrackley.com Learn how to live a more gratifying, beautiful, courageous and soulful life, from the people who already know how. Why should we reinvent the wheel when the experts are willing to share their hard-earned wisdom and experience? Get out your notepad, and get ready to learn from this episode's Inspiring Life, as interviewed by life coach Penny Rackley. episodic Inspiring Lives with Penny Rackley hosted by Penny Rackley Penny Rackley Learn how to live a more gratifying, beautiful, courageous and soulful life, from the people who already know how. Why should we reinvent the wheel when the experts are willing to share their hard-earned wisdom and experience? Get out your notepad, and get ready to learn from this episode's Inspiring Life, as interviewed by life coach Penny Rackley. Copyright 2021 Inspiring Lives with Penny Rackley pennyrackley@mac.com (Penny Rackley) Penny Rackley pennyrackley@mac.com http://www.pennyrackley.com https://assets.blubrry.com/coverart/orig/38192.jpg What's Next Life Coaching with Penny Rackley Blubrry Podcasting: https://www.blubrry.com/ clean http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Fri, 02 Sep 2016 20:17:50 -0400 Fri, 02 Sep 2016 20:17:50 -0400 http://www.pennyrackley.com/?p=1459 http://www.blubrry.com/inspiringlives/16522052/podcast-13-taking-risks-that-pay-off/ Penny Rackley Fri, 02 Sep 2016 20:17:50 -0400 0:23:59 no Penny Rackley Are you stuck doing the same old things and getting the same old results? You probably already know what you need to do to be more gratified in your relationships, to have better health, to make more money, Are you stuck doing the same old things and getting the same old results? You probably already know what you need to do to be more gratified in your relationships, to have better health, to make more money, but maybe just can't find the courage or the wherewithal to make it happen? If fear or apathy are holding you back from the life you want, then this is your show. Together, with some introspection and private writing, we’re going to pinpoint the right risks for YOU, and avoid the awful poison of regret. http://www.pennyrackley.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Blackbird-4.jpg http://www.pennyrackley.com/?p=1417 http://www.blubrry.com/inspiringlives/15294286/podcast-12-how-to-really-use-that-fitness-tracker-and-see-results-with-fitness-coach-adam-hammett/ Penny Rackley Mon, 18 Jul 2016 14:24:36 -0400 0:18:54 no Penny Rackley Do you use that fancy fitness tracker to genuinely improve your health -- or just monitor mediocrity? What kinds of trackers do the best job? How many calories should we be burning each week to maintain or even lose weight? In this podcast, Do you use that fancy fitness tracker to genuinely improve your health -- or just monitor mediocrity? What kinds of trackers do the best job? How many calories should we be burning each week to maintain or even lose weight? In this podcast, champion bodybuilder and Serious Results fitness coach Adam Hammett teaches us how to get the most accurate information from our fitness trackers, and then what to do with that data to see real change. Charge up your tracker and get ready to learn from Adam! http://www.pennyrackley.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Blackbird-4.jpg http://www.pennyrackley.com/?p=1363 http://www.blubrry.com/inspiringlives/14045785/podcast-11-coaching-qa-what-it-is-how-it-works-and-why/ Penny Rackley Thu, 02 Jun 2016 13:41:13 -0400 0:09:59 no Penny Rackley What's life coaching about? Why would I want to try it? Is it like therapy? How long does it take and how many sessions do I need? Why did you become a coach in the first place, and why do you think you're qualified to do the job? In this podcast, What's life coaching about? Why would I want to try it? Is it like therapy? How long does it take and how many sessions do I need? Why did you become a coach in the first place, and why do you think you're qualified to do the job? In this podcast, I answer some of the most common questions I receive about coaching, and give a little background on why and how I became a coach. (Because I love it!) http://www.pennyrackley.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Blackbird-4.jpg http://www.pennyrackley.com/?p=1307 http://www.blubrry.com/inspiringlives/12777629/podcast-10-redeeming-dogs-understanding-and-enjoying-your-pet-with-certified-dog-trainer-tod-mcvicker/ Penny Rackley Fri, 15 Apr 2016 17:42:16 -0400 0:34:35 no Penny Rackley Tod is a certified dog trainer, and has been training dogs professionally for ten years. He has served on the board of directors for the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP), and is currently one of their ambassadors. Tod is a certified dog trainer, and has been training dogs professionally for ten years. He has served on the board of directors for the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP), and is currently one of their ambassadors. I asked Tod to visit with us, because I know that many of you have dogs and love your dogs, but also have some difficulty in controlling their behavior. If that sounds like you, then Tod is your guy, and in this podcast he shares some insights and hard-won experience that’ll help us connect to our dogs with a better understanding of how they think and what they value. http://www.pennyrackley.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Blackbird-4.jpg http://www.pennyrackley.com/?p=1234 http://www.blubrry.com/inspiringlives/12081454/podcast-9-saying-no-this-ones-for-the-peacemakers/ Penny Rackley Wed, 23 Mar 2016 17:34:53 -0400 0:23:13 no Penny Rackley It can be very difficult for people who value harmony — people who like to get along — to say no to the people in their lives, whether it's their loved ones or people they work with. In this podcast, I give some tips and strategies to help you know how... It can be very difficult for people who value harmony — people who like to get along — to say no to the people in their lives, whether it's their loved ones or people they work with. In this podcast, I give some tips and strategies to help you know how to say no when you need to -- to your kids, your boss, all the tough ones. Because we don’t want to be doormats. And if we’re not willing to say no in the right times, our integrity, our self-respect and the respect go out the window. What do you value above getting along? Let's find out. http://www.pennyrackley.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Blackbird-4.jpg http://www.pennyrackley.com/?p=1144 http://www.blubrry.com/inspiringlives/11412789/podcast-8-fighting-the-flu-and-zika-with-nurse-practitioner-kim-bookout/ Penny Rackley Sat, 27 Feb 2016 18:15:03 -0500 0:22:25 no Penny Rackley Bleh! Who has time for illness? And don't you know, when the kids are sick -- we all get sick! In this episode, Nurse Practitioner and owner of Pediatric Health Partners, Kim Bookout shares her strategies for staying healthy through the end of flu sea... Bleh! Who has time for illness? And don't you know, when the kids are sick -- we all get sick! In this episode, Nurse Practitioner and owner of Pediatric Health Partners, Kim Bookout shares her strategies for staying healthy through the end of flu season, updates us on the Zika virus, and tells us what kinds of supplements we and our children need most. http://www.pennyrackley.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Blackbird-4.jpg http://www.pennyrackley.com/?p=1111 http://www.blubrry.com/inspiringlives/11036359/podcast-7-feeling-better-we-can-build-emotional-resilience/ Penny Rackley Sun, 14 Feb 2016 15:10:15 -0500 0:19:34 no Penny Rackley Every one of us is going to experience some hardship, disappointment, sadness. But after the dust settles, how quickly can you shake off that dark mood and get back to life? In this podcast, I take us through some specific exercises designed to build ... Every one of us is going to experience some hardship, disappointment, sadness. But after the dust settles, how quickly can you shake off that dark mood and get back to life? In this podcast, I take us through some specific exercises designed to build emotional strength, clarity and resilience. Based on Dr. William Larkin’s book Growing the Positive Mind, this episode will challenge you to recognize and take responsibility for your emotions, and teach you how to enjoy the work. http://www.pennyrackley.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Blackbird-4.jpg http://www.pennyrackley.com/?p=1091 http://www.blubrry.com/inspiringlives/10598140/podcast-6-calling-all-athletes-loosen-up-with-boston-marathon-vet-jennifer-wilford/ Penny Rackley Sat, 30 Jan 2016 14:51:22 -0500 0:25:54 no Penny Rackley Serious athletes and other highly-competitive persons understand that a little bit of flexibility creates resilience -- but how to get it? Boston marathon vet, certified running coach and certified yoga instructor Jennifer Wilford feels your pain (and ... Serious athletes and other highly-competitive persons understand that a little bit of flexibility creates resilience -- but how to get it? Boston marathon vet, certified running coach and certified yoga instructor Jennifer Wilford feels your pain (and tightness), and knows exactly how to work you through it. In this episode, Jennifer explains her unique approach: Bringing softness to foster strength and endurance. If you're an athlete or just a weekend warrior whose performance is limited by inflexibility and/or injuries, then give this a listen. http://www.pennyrackley.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Blackbird-4.jpg http://www.pennyrackley.com/?p=1046 http://www.blubrry.com/inspiringlives/4687891/podcast-5-does-your-life-need-a-cfo-finding-freedom-with-certified-financial-planner-sean-kelleher/ Penny Rackley Sat, 16 Jan 2016 07:00:05 -0500 0:31:27 no Penny Rackley Over the last few years, Certified Financial Planner Sean Kelleher has brought my family the peace of mind and freedom that comes from knowing the truth about our finances. He's helped us better understand our limits, Over the last few years, Certified Financial Planner Sean Kelleher has brought my family the peace of mind and freedom that comes from knowing the truth about our finances. He's helped us better understand our limits, what’s reasonable to spend (and what's not), how much to save and where is best to save it. In this podcast, Sean explains what to expect from a financial planner, how they get paid, and all the best questions to ask yourself and your prospective planner. If you're feeling at loose ends about your money, where it's going (and where it should be going), and how to make it last through the later years, then Sean is your guy. http://www.pennyrackley.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Blackbird-4.jpg http://www.pennyrackley.com/?p=974 http://www.blubrry.com/inspiringlives/3046247/podcast-4-yoga-is-for-everyone-maybe-even-you-with-inspire-yogas-bethaney-pilat/ Penny Rackley Sat, 02 Jan 2016 10:03:25 -0500 0:17:56 no Penny Rackley Many of us are looking for a way to get fit — especially in January, not to necessarily to compete in an IronMan competition or walk the red carpet, but just to be able to sit on the floor and play with our kids or grandkids, Many of us are looking for a way to get fit — especially in January, not to necessarily to compete in an IronMan competition or walk the red carpet, but just to be able to sit on the floor and play with our kids or grandkids, or maybe walk nine holes of golf with our friends, or get through a shift at work without being completely worn out. That’s a rough place to be, to say, “I don’t have the mental or physical energy to do the things I want to do.” That’s like saying, "I’m not even healthy enough to try to get healthy.” If that’s how you’re feeling, I’m really excited for you to meet my friend Bethaney, because she and her husband Adam have created a couple of places where everyone can feel welcome and encouraged to pursue their own health, in their own time, with their own individual abilities and disabilities. And all without judgement or competition or a scoreboard. http://www.pennyrackley.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Blackbird-4.jpg http://www.pennyrackley.com/?p=914 http://www.blubrry.com/inspiringlives/3018625/podcast-3-appreciate-your-feminine-physique-and-learn-how-to-take-care-of-it-with-body-love-coach-ashly-torian/ Penny Rackley Sat, 19 Dec 2015 07:00:13 -0500 0:19:07 no Penny Rackley Are you fighting your body style, wondering why you can't get rid of that last ten pounds? Envious of the way your spouse/friends/ boyfriend seems to skip one meal and instantly meets their weight goals? In this podcast, Ashly Torian, Are you fighting your body style, wondering why you can't get rid of that last ten pounds? Envious of the way your spouse/friends/ boyfriend seems to skip one meal and instantly meets their weight goals? In this podcast, Ashly Torian, Holistic Eating and Body Love Coach, and owner of BioBalance, explains the different ways women nourish themselves (and others), and tells us how to listen and respond to what our female bodies truly need. http://www.pennyrackley.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Blackbird-4.jpg http://www.pennyrackley.com/?p=861 http://www.blubrry.com/inspiringlives/2979314/podcast-2-love-your-home-now-and-after-the-holidays-with-interior-decorator-elena-johnson/ Penny Rackley Sat, 05 Dec 2015 14:11:51 -0500 0:25:17 no Penny Rackley Tired of the same old stuff, but can’t afford to redo your entire house? Join the club! Listen as owner of Inspirations Interiors, Elena Johnson shares her tips on updating what you have (easy refreshes that cost hundreds instead of overhauling for tho... Tired of the same old stuff, but can’t afford to redo your entire house? Join the club! Listen as owner of Inspirations Interiors, Elena Johnson shares her tips on updating what you have (easy refreshes that cost hundreds instead of overhauling for thousands) and reveals the paint colors and warm touches that can make your home a place of comfort and joy. http://www.pennyrackley.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Blackbird-4.jpg http://www.pennyrackley.com/?p=829 http://www.blubrry.com/inspiringlives/2979312/podcast-1-controlling-weight-and-maintaining-health-through-the-holidays-with-fitness-expert-debra-hammett/ Penny Rackley Fri, 20 Nov 2015 10:00:39 -0500 0:24:51 no Penny Rackley  -- CLICK HERE TO LISTEN -- In this episode, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutritionist, Certified Yoga Instructor, Champion competitive body builder and CrossFit athlete Debra Hammett tells us how to enjoy the delicious temptations of the holi...  -- CLICK HERE TO LISTEN -- In this episode, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutritionist, Certified Yoga Instructor, Champion competitive body builder and CrossFit athlete Debra Hammett tells us how to enjoy the delicious temptations of the holidays, without losing control. About Deb How she became a trainer: I would rather help people eat good foods and still have a good life. What inspires Deb about her job: Helping clients set a goal and meet that goal. I love to help them overcome their challenges, and that gets me excited. Deb's Holiday Strategies About the holidays: We need a plan. There are going to be LOTS of temptations! Tune into your own body, and think about your hunger levels. What items on the table do you really want a bite of? Those are the ones to put on your plate. If you love pie, enjoy it! But maybe you don't need a whole piece of pie to get the experience. If do have some, enjoy and savor every bite -- the textures and the flavors, the whole experience. You’ll find you don’t need a big piece to get the experience and enjoyment. When you are choosing your food, look at all that’s offered. Pick out the things you really want to try, get a little of it, and truly enjoy it. Pay attention to your plate, and what's going into your mouth instead of eating mindlessly, hand to mouth, hand to mouth. We want to avoid that opiate reaction. Part of tuning in is eating more slowly. Try to remember to put your fork down or take breaths between each bite, so you can pay attention to what you're consuming.  -- Eat until you’re 80% full. -- Ask yourself, how am I feeling right now? You don’t want that totally distended, crash on the sofa feeling where you're napping in front of people. When you’re there at 80% full, slow down even more, and let your body digest a little bit. You'll give your hunger hormones the chance to tell your brain that you're it’s getting full. Pay attention to your hunger cues. When you’re 80% full, there’s going to still be a lot of food sitting around. What do we do? Ask: Am I hungry?  Put your hunger on a 1-10 spectrum -- 10 is super hungry, 1 is not at all. If you're at a 7, have a little bit of something. If you’re a 3-4, wait a while. This one day, it’s okay to have some of all the great food. One day does not make you fat or skinny. (So, if you run your 5K on Thanksgiving morning, it won’t make you skinny.) -- "We are what we consistently do." -- Deb’s favorite quote is from Aristotle: “We are what we consistently do.” Therefore, excellence is not an act but a habit. It’s all about what we do consistently day after day.  Thanksgiving, Christmas, our birthday are only single days out of the year. We can handle that! But if we celebrate all month, everyone else’s birthday and every other thing in between, we’ll run into problems. On your one day, have your piece of cake and enjoy it! Then the next day, go back to your good habits -- tuning into how hungry you are, making sure that the foods you eat are as healthy as possible, like switching to whole wheat pasta in your mac and cheese. Remember, little changes over time make a big difference. I tell about my connection to Deb - Our mutual love of Mexican food and margaritas! And how Deb inspired me and taught me to keep it real and under control! One question Deb gets all the time: "Can I still have my glass of wine?" Yes! You can, It’s absolutely allowed. You just have to manage it. So, not a whole bottle of wine, but a glass.  As long as you pay attention to what you’re consuming, everything can fit in. Exercise What Do We Do over the holidays?! If you’re not already working out regularly, http://www.pennyrackley.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Blackbird-4.jpg