Today, my guest is someone I met through supporting bodybuilding shows. I had a client competing at the Showtime Classic in Ponte Vedra, Florida, where I had the opportunity to meet and talk with Jacob Pomroy. As he shared some of his stories with me, I knew I wanted to get him on the show to share with others. Jacob is a Full Time Online Coach who champions Grand Mal Seizures, now known as Tonic-Clonic Seizures. According to https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/epilepsy/tonic-clonic-grand-mal-seizures, here are some things to know about these types of seizures: they involve a tonic (stiffening) phase and a clonic (twitching or jerking) phase. Jacob points out that if you are with someone with one of these types of seizures, you do NOT want to place anything in their mouth. You want to turn them to the side, clear space, and time the seizure. You must let it play out. Jacob served in the US Army National Guard as a Mechanized Infantryman from 2014 to 2017, when he was medically discharged. He has competed in bodybuilding since 2016 and recently competed in 2022. he graduated from the University of Wisconsin - River Falls with a Bachelor's Degree in Exercise & Sports Science. He is also certified as an Exercise Physiologist through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).I want to acknowledge Jacob for his vulnerability and for educating those who don't deal with this type of life. For those who do, I commend you, and I hope Jacob's story inspires you to know you are worthy of all things and unique to those around you. Share this episode with others, and let's continue to grow everything together!Would you like to get a shout-out on the show? Contact me today at jodi@jodiwatkins.com for our sponsorship package options!Make sure to join the Breaking Barriers Now Interactive Group at https://jodi-watkins.convenecommunities.com/guest/905. Check out your host, Jodi Watkins, at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.The beginning and ending track was made when my daughter was seven. She is why I do everything and why my mission is vital. Here's to the youth as we continue to support them on their journeys. Support the show!Breaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial.Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. All glory goes to God. He gave me the vision and allows me to continue this no matter what life brings. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or gueThis track was made by my daughter, Jasmine. She is my why for everything I do.  Support the showBreaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

Subscriber-only episodeFind this video and more unlisted, subscription-only content inside the  @convenecommunities platform. Busy and productive are two terms often used to describe how someone spends their time or engages in their work. While they may seem similar, there is a significant difference between being busy and productive.Being busy typically refers to being occupied with various tasks or activities. When someone is busy, they may have a lot on their plate, and their schedule is filled with numerous commitments. However, being busy doesn't necessarily imply that the person is accomplishing meaningful or important work. It can sometimes indicate being overwhelmed, constantly juggling multiple tasks without a clear sense of direction or purpose.On the other hand, being productive refers to making progress and achieving desired outcomes or goals. Productivity is efficiently using time and resources to generate valuable results. A productive person focuses on tasks that align with their priorities and contribute to their long-term objectives. They prioritize their activities, delegate when necessary, and use tools and strategies to maximize output.The key distinction between being busy and being productive lies in the outcome. Busy work may involve time and effort, but it may yield little results or move the individual closer to their objectives. In contrast, productive work is purposeful, goal-oriented, and produces meaningful outcomes.Here are a few characteristics that differentiate busy work from productive work:1. Prioritization2. Time management3. Outcome-oriented4. Delegation and automation5. Reflection and improvementIn summary, being busy and productive represent different work and time management approaches. While being busy may give the impression of being productive, it doesn't necessarily lead to meaningful outcomes. Productivity involves intentional focus, effective time management, prioritization, and a clear alignment of actions with goals. Individuals can work smarter and achieve more significant results by emphasizing productivity over busyness.To join my subscription group, go to https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins. Find the code to get a FREE MONTH. Once you're in the group, go to "Announcements" for Zoom information. For more content, go to the "Experiences" and be part of the group for all things life, health, and business!Thanks for watching!Make sure you share if this was valuable to you! This is just a glimpse of what you will get inside my groupThis track was made by my daughter, Jasmine. She is my why for everything I do.  Breaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

Today, my guest is someone I had the opportunity to meet at a bodybuilding show in Orlando, Florida. His name is Chris Spruell, and from the first time I met him, I knew there was something special about him. Chris is a 35-year-old servant of God, father, and fitness guru who is also on a mission to share his testimony to help others in their journeys. We chatted briefly, but he was competing that day, so we didn't have many conversations at first. However, when he returned, he did it with a prophecy that spoke to me. He didn't know me from Eve, but he said the Holy Spirit placed something on his heart that he needed to share. While I can't tell you exactly what he said right now, I can tell you it was RIGHT ON TIME. I needed to hear it. It was encouraging and uplifting. As someone who encourages and uplifts others regularly, I need encouragement, also. I was so grateful for the words that came out of his mouth. We prayed together in the middle of a hallway at a bodybuilding show. That goes to show the Holy Spirit is everywhere. Chris shares his story of all the barriers he's had to break to get where he is today. He also shares the event that sent him into the journey he is currently on with the Holy Spirit. This man has gone from being the "Golden Child" to being on the streets, to being in prison, to now being someone who gets to help others. I want to acknowledge Chris for his vulnerability. Share this episode with others, and let's continue to grow everything together!Would you like to get a shout-out on the show? Contact me today at jodi@jodiwatkins.com for our sponsorship package options!Make sure to join the Breaking Barriers Now Interactive Group at https://jodi-watkins.convenecommunities.com/guest/905. Check out your host, Jodi Watkins, at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.The beginning and ending track was made when my daughter was seven. She is why I do everything and why my mission is vital. Here's to the youth as we continue to support them on their journeys. Support the show!Breaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial.Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to.Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.Follow Chris on Instagram @24fitcj. This track was made by my daughter, Jasmine. She is my why for everything I do.  Support the showBreaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

Subscriber-only episodeThis call wasn't recorded by accident, so it won't make it to YouTube, unfortunately.Nevertheless, I thought adding to my "Subscriber Only" section would be great. Every Tuesday, I do a live call for anyone in my "Ask the Coach Accountability Group" subscription group. To join the group, go to https://jodi-watkins.convenecommunities.com/guest/905. 1. Create a FREE account2. Join my community3. Go to Groups4. Join the "Ask the Coach Accountability Group."5. Use code 30DAYTRIAL for a FREE month6. Go to "Announcements" and put the calls in your calendar so you don't forget7. Become a qualified affiliate and make money in your sleep by referring others to the group and growing the support community. All you have to do is show up. I hope this call helps you. This track was made by my daughter, Jasmine. She is my why for everything I do.  Breaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

Welcome to Breaking Barriers Now! Today, my guest is Jeff Glauser. Jeff and I have known each other for a few years, and I am grateful he took the time to share his story of barriers he's had to break to get where he is today. We all have a story. Today, you'll get to listen to Jeff's. Jeff is the founder of Brandscribed, LLC. He has over 20 years of professional writing, personal/organizational leadership experience, and a proven pedigree in sales management and instructive training. He has coached and mentored dozens of people and teams seeking structure, clarity, and consistency in living, crafting, and sharing their ideal brand story.  Share this episode with others, and let's continue to grow everything together!Would you like to get a shout-out on the show? Contact me today at jodi@jodiwatkins.com for our sponsorship package options!Make sure to join the Breaking Barriers Now Interactive Group at https://Jodi-Watkins.convenecommunities.com/group/show/779/905. Check out your host, Jodi Watkins, at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.The beginning and ending track was made when my daughter was seven. She is why I do all that I do and why my mission is vital. Here's to the youth as we continue to support them on their journeys. Support the show!Breaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial.Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to.Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.Sites: www.brandscribed.com, www.jeffglauser.com This track was made by my daughter, Jasmine. She is my why for everything I do.  Support the showBreaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

My guest today is the amazing Lakeydra Houston. Lakeydra is a US Air Force veteran who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and the Chief Executive Officer of KEY Fit, Knowledge, Empowerment, and You-nity, which mentors on wellness, veteran support, and suicide prevention to increase life productivity. She earned her Associates degree in Criminal Justice, Human Resources and a Bachelor’s degree in Leadership from Trident International University. Lakeydra is pursuing a Master's in Social Work specializing in military and trauma.  She is a certified ASSIST and resiliency trainer with over 7+ years of experience within domestic violence programs, youth organizations, sexual assault prevention, and mental health.  Her community outreach includes working with youth and veterans to discuss trauma awareness and prevention. She is currently a member of American Corporate Partners, Merging Vets & Players, The KEY, and a board member for Victory for Veterans.  She is looking to make an impact within the military community and bridge the knowledge gap between our civilian counterparts while continuing to serve others.We had a great conversation about childhood trauma, military sexual assault, and coping. We also talk about suicide awareness and how we both are helping others on their healing journeys. I am grateful for this connection and look forward to everything in store!Ensure you follow her on social media and check her website at www.keyfitllc.com. Share this episode with others, and let's continue to grow everything together!Would you like to get a shout-out on the show? Contact me today at jodi@jodiwatkins.com for our sponsorship package options!Make sure to join the Breaking Barriers Now Interactive Group at https://Jodi-Watkins.convenecommunities.com/group/show/779/905. Check out your host, Jodi Watkins, at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.This track was made by my daughter, Jasmine. She is my why for everything I do.  Support the showBreaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

Today, my guest is Brittany Taylor. Brittany and I met "randomly" as she was looking for a mentor who could guide her through her military career, entrepreneurial dreams, and health journey. She found me. This episode discusses removing limited beliefs and connecting with our innermost selves.Please join my Free Community - Jodi Watkins' Life and Health Community: https://jodi-watkins.convenecommunities.com/guest/905. I also house our podcasts inside this platform for ongoing engagement.Link up with Brittany on all her platforms. Find her as "mrcheetohead." Brittany is the epitome of fire and fight. She has been through so much but still takes steps forward daily. I am grateful to know Brittany and to see all she's doing now. She has her Podcast called "Room for It" and invites you to be part of her journey. I appreciate all my guests for this show and pray it continues to grow as it's meant to grow. Thank you for tuning in. Make sure you reach out to Brittany and let her know your thoughts. If you need encouragement, reach out. I hope you will share this show with others.SUBSCRIBESUBSCRIBESUBSCRIBE@jodiwatkinsinspiresFOLLOWSHAREPOSTSUBSCRIBECONTACTENGAGE!You are NOT alone!#podcast #podcasts #podcastshow #breakingbarriers #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mindset #mindsetiseverything #habitsThis track was made by my daughter, Jasmine. She is my why for everything I do.  Support the showBreaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

In this episode of Breaking Barriers Now, Kate and I discuss the importance of ongoing self-care as a mother and how we can't pour from an empty cup (Lord knows I tried for most of my life also). Subtopics include ADHD/Dyslexia in our kids/selves.Sports parents need joy outside of watching kids playMental/physical/spiritual transformationKate is an Independent Certified OPTAVIA CoachJotform to connect for free health assessment: https://form.jotform.com/211228058630146)Community Leader at Convene CommunitiesTeens/Young Adults Community :https://uniquely-u.convenecommunities.com/register/2088Parenting Community:https://uniquely-yours.convenecommunities.com/register/2088Facebook: Kate Landis GallihughInstagram: greatexpectations4allLinkedIn: Kate GallihughThank you for tuning in! Please share this episode with others and help us gain traction and sponsorships. This podcast airs on all podcasting platforms, and discussions are made inside my personal community here: https://Jodi-Watkins.convenecommunities.com/group/show/779/905.Support the showBreaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

My guest today is Troy Delaney. Troy and his family live in Jacksonville, Florida. I was led to connect with Troy through his wife, who happens to be an educator at my daughter's school. After chatting with her over time, she mentioned I needed to link up with her husband. We finally made it happen!Troy brings much value to the Health and Wellness Community and those who relate to his story and desire to learn more. His wife may think he is crazy, but he has a ton of knowledge and experience that is valuable to anyone looking to become a healthier version of themself. Troy is an XPT Performance Coach, helping people become comfortable with discomfort through hot and cold therapy and fasting. He uses a unique blend of ancestral science, behavioral change, and modern technology to help men and women become versatile and resilient humans and help them live up to their highest potential. Troy is also a wellness explorer, a husband and father, and co-author of the book How Should I Eat? Living Paleo.I look forward to collaborating more with Troy and sharing expertise all over the globe together!Connect with Troy through his websites, troydelaney.com and antifragile.fit. His Instagram page is @antifragile.fit.Thank you for tuning in! Please share this episode with others and help us gain traction and sponsorships. This podcast airs on all podcasting platforms, and discussions are made inside my personal community here: https://Jodi-Watkins.convenecommunities.com/group/show/779/905. Support the showBreaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

Welcome to another fantastic episode of Breaking Barriers Now. Today, my guest is Jim Hendrix.Jim is an Amen Clinics Inc Certified Brain Health Professional whose mission is to empower parents to give their children every chance to flourish throughout their lifetime and correct problems, some before they start.  His passion comes from depression that began in childhood after two brain injuries.  Jim has also been a psychotherapist, laser engineer, and manager.When I first met Jim, I wasn't sure if he was a natural person because of his name. I received a request to get on a call with him and wondered if he was named Jim Hendrix. Indeed, that is his real name, and he is a natural person with a genuine heart. Jim currently has groups inside the Uniquely Yours community (support community for parents) and is passionate about helping parents navigate their child's brains. He and I have a ton of alignment since this subject is near and dear to my heart and one of the reasons I educate parents on nutrition and healthy eating for themselves and their kids. I hope you will want to check out Jim's group and connect with him on the Convene Communities platform. He is a great person and resource for all of us parents. Having a community where we can start discussions, share resources, and support one another has been a fantastic experience for me. I am glad Jim has become part of our Convene family. Navigate to the Uniquely Yours community here: https://uniquely-yours.convenecommunities.com/guest/905. Once in the community, go to "Groups" and find Jim's Group, Loving Your Child's Brain - Giving Them Every Chance to Flourish Through Their Lifetime. Once in the community, you can participate in community discussions and even start your conversations. You can do this yourself or anonymously. We hope you will want to come to connect with us. You can message us directly on the platform. No matter what, we hope you gain value from this conversation and will want to share it with others. Thank you for being a part of this mission I am on. Stay blessed!Support the showBreaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

Today, my guest is Joanne Bolt, a successful real estate agent, coach, and mentor in Atlanta, Georgia. I met Joanne at an event I was led to by a mutual friend of ours, and I am so glad we could reconnect so she could share her story with all of you. Joanne Bolt is a southern girl with a snarky attitude. She's a podcaster, educator, and Realtor who tells it like it is and isn't afraid to try new things to punch through glass ceilings and achieve wild success. She loves collaborating with other women and seeing them succeed, and mentoring is her jam. Very into red wine, fuzzy socks, and excellent text messages. Oh, and coffee. SO MUCH COFFEE! That's interesting, right? Moderation is key you guys! LOL Joanne shares her story of how she overcame a traumatizing experience in her life. Tune in, share, subscribe, and let's get this podcast out more on a massive level! Together, we can do more! Connect with Joanne on her site, https://www.realbosswomen.com/, and maybe even join her tribe! I know I love being part of it! Share this episode with others, and let's continue to grow everything together! Would you like to get a shout-out on the show? Contact me today at jodi@jodiwatkins.com for our sponsorship package options! Make sure to join the Podcast Community by going to: https://Podcast.convenecommunities.com/group/show/779/905. Join my FREE personal community at: https://jodi-watkins.convenecommunities.com/guest/905. Check out your host, Jodi Watkins, at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.Support the showBreaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

My guest today is the husband of our last guest and another fantastic individual who took his trauma and turned it into his purpose, Dr. Mike Longyear. Dr. Mike's passion for helping others comes from his experience of having been paralyzed through a traumatic football injury during his sophomore year in high school. he beat the odds and did what the doctors said was impossible. He walked out of the hospital! His passion led him to study many disciplines: Chiropractic, Neurology, Psychology, Functional Medicine, and Energy Medicine, to name a few. These disciplines have all helped him design his unique brand of health care, and he is helping people heal from conditions that other medical professionals could not heal. Dr. Mike now helps people never accept their new normal, which is where his book title came from. Check out his book, Never Accept Your New Normal, at https://brainoi.com/book. If you want to schedule a consultation with Dr. Meg or Dr. Mike, go to their website at https://brainoi.com/. I truly appreciate this power couple for sharing their stories and how they can now use their pain for their purpose. I look forward to collaborating with them more in the future! Share this episode with others, and let's continue to grow everything together! Would you like to get a shout-out on the show? Contact me today at jodi@jodiwatkins.com for our sponsorship package options! Make sure to join the Podcast Community by going to: https://Podcast.convenecommunities.com/group/show/779/905. Join my FREE personal community at: https://jodi-watkins.convenecommunities.com/guest/905. Check out your host, Jodi Watkins, at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.Support the showBreaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

Dr. Meaghan dealt with depression and anxiety for as long as she can remember. She kept trying to find her niche and explored various careers in healthcare over the years. She and I have a ton in common with that story. Then one day, she had NeuroEmotional Technique (NET) performed on her by a chiropractor, and she had a massive realization of just how debilitating past traumas can be in our day-to-day lives. She knew she needed to learn and share this technique with others and continue receiving this therapy for her own healing. Connect with Dr. Meg and her team at https://brainoi.com/ Share this episode with others, and let's continue to grow everything together! Make sure to join the Podcast Community by going to: https://podcast.convenecommunities.com/guest/905. Join my FREE personal community at: https://jodi-watkins.convenecommunities.com/guest/905.Support the showBreaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

Today, my guest is Brenda Warren, the "Soulutionist." Brenda and I met through the platform, @convenecommunities  Brenda is the Life Community leader and helps authors self-publish and market their books. Brenda Warren, The Soulutionist also known as Voice for the Voiceless, is a retired United States Marine, Best Selling Author, Host of the show Talk To Me, Podcaster, and Transition Coach. Brenda Warren grew up in Wilmington, DE as the oldest child with two younger brothers. Her mother, a serial entrepreneur, instilled in Brenda the value of hard work and choosing your own path. Make sure you join us in North Carolina from February 17-19, 2023! For more information, go to https://convenecommunities.com/convene-23/. For additional information and support, check out Brenda at: https://Writing.convenecommunities.com/group/show/1404/905 or https://life.convenecommunities.com/guest/905. https://linktr.ee/brendathesoulutionist Instagram: @brendathesoulutionist YouTube: Brenda Warren or www.bit.ly/3s4FC7 LinkedIn: Brenda Warren Website: www.brendathesoulutionist.com Share this episode with others, and let's continue to grow everything together! Make sure to join the Podcast Community by going to: https://podcast.convenecommunities.com/guest/905. Join my FREE personal community at: https://jodi-watkins.convenecommunities.com/guest/905.Support the showBreaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

My guest today is the one and only Matthew Currin, founder of @convenecommunities and one of my primary mentors through this journey in business and life. Matthew Currin is a speaker, trainer, life coach, founder of Convene Communities, retired Marine Corps Helicopter Pilot, former helicopter EMS Pilot, and current Team Penske NASCAR pilot. Matt is genuinely passionate about helping others as much as he can, but he also knows he can't help as much as people need it alone. He collaborates on a massive level for the greater good. He has allowed me to be a primary on his incredible all-in-one platform, now known as Convene Connections Corporation. This benefit corporation enables non-profits to thrive and raise funds simultaneously. Convene encompasses MatthewCurrin.com, ConveneCommunities.com, ConveneTraining.com, and the Convene Application. The platform also houses my real estate, health, and fitness businesses, as well as life and health coaching in my community, Jodi Watkins Life and Health Community. It is home to all things 2BEpic Fitness and Nutrition, LLC, and this podcast. Convene is where we continue the conversation for me, the host, my guests, and our listeners, who may want to connect more in one place. Matt believes that "learning how to capitalize on our lessons learned helps others make better decisions in life. This is true in all aspects of life, including relationships, parenting, coaching a soccer team, and all aspects of a business." Make sure you join us in North Carolina from February 17-19, 2023! For more information, go to https://convenecommunities.com/convene-23/. I hope you enjoy the laughter in this episode as the trash guy enters my new office. I definitely am NOT used to having a trash person yet, so this was so funny as it was occurring! I could have edited it out, but why? LOL Share this episode with others, and let's continue to grow everything together! Make sure to join the Podcast Community by going to: https://podcast.convenecommunities.com/guest/905. Join my FREE personal community at: https://jodi-watkins.convenecommunities.com/guest/905.Support the showBreaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

This episode shares a bit about my journey and how I must continuously break my barriers to keep going. I genuinely appreciate everyone hanging in there with me as I try to get these stories out to the masses. I am meant to share these conversations with you, and I appreciate the ability to do that consistently. Please make sure you link up with me. Subscribe to the channel, share the shows, and if you or someone you know would like to sponsor the show, please email me at jodi@jodiwatkins.com. Make sure to check out all the things Jodi Watkins by going to https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins. I look forward to seeing what's in store for this and everything else I get involved in. Together, we can do more!Support the showBreaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

This year has been such a roller coaster! Nevertheless, I love that I can speak the truth to others and relate to them deeply as I continue through my struggles and successes. I want to thank all my guests for this year. Make sure you subscribe to their channels and support them! Subscribe to my channel, share it with others, and share the podcast (found on ALL podcasting platforms). Stay tuned for more! To be completely transparent, the days leading up to the end of 2022 made me doubt my purpose with this podcast and question whether or not to keep it going. However, how everything still came together showed me I was meant to keep this going. Continue to break barriers daily and never quit when a purpose is placed on your heart, even if it's not perfectly come together. If it's truly a vision from God, it WILL come together no matter what else is happening around you! No matter what we face in life, we MUST stay the course! Faith over fear! Connect with me and be a part of all the things I GET to be a part of by going to https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins. I also hope you will join my online interactive community and desire to interact with these podcasts on a massive level! Join my community (located inside my linktree) to learn more and come along for your life's ride! Together, we can do more! God bless you all, and please continue to share this show so we can reach even more people in 2023!Support the showBreaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

Today, my guest is TR Richardson, the founder of Richwood International. This conversation discusses the power of understanding your where and why, the danger of not knowing the two, and losses versus lessons. Richwood International is a Leadership and Communication Skills agency offering virtual, digital, and in-person instructor-led performance development training and workshops for Business Executives, Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Sales Teams. They supply local and national clients virtually, digitally, and in person, and they specialize in making information and processes make sense, regardless of your learning style or speed. Their services include: -Instructor-led Training and Workshops (Virtual and In-person) -Speaking Engagements (Keynotes and Professional) -Digital Training and Workshops (E-Courses) -Speaker Coaching (Corporate and Professional) Their clients include: -Local and Small Businesses -Non-Profits -Corporations -Public and Private Companies -Individual Entities and Small Groups TR and his team will help identify your training and development needs and work towards implementing your customized solutions and objectives.  Contact TR today to start a conversation and find out more! @RichwoodSpeaking & RichwoodInternational.com I am truly grateful for this conversation! Make sure you follow the podcast (on all podcasting platforms) and join Jodi's Online Community, which houses the podcast and everything else Jodi does! (https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins). Also, make sure to subscribe to Jodi's YouTube Channel and find the video for our conversation here: https://youtu.be/TPG_u3O1dN4.Support the showBreaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

Today, my guest is Theresa Tirk. Theresa says all her life, she has been a people pleaser. Growing up in dysfunction, it was her way of surviving. Theresa says she never considered her health, emotions, or feelings – she shoved it all down to avoid conflict or chaos! She says it erupted like a volcano after 30+ years of silencing herself. There was no more avoiding it. The time to deal with all the hurt, the trauma, the feelings, and the emotions she had ignored for decades had finally come to the surface. Theresa and I have so much alignment in how we both grew up - the trauma of living with parents with co-dependency can have massive effects on those living around it all. According to the American Psychological Association, trauma is "an emotional response to a terrible event like an accident, rape, or natural disaster. Immediately after the event, shock and denial are typical." The APA says, "longer-term reactions include unpredictable emotions, flashbacks, strained relationships, and even physical symptoms like headaches or nausea." The feelings we get from trauma are normal. However, if we harbor them too long, they can keep up from being able to build genuine, lasting, and positive relationships with those around us. I know this all too well. Theresa and I talk transparently about our upbringings and what we have learned along the way. I hope this conversation helps anyone out there who may be experiencing similar feelings. I encourage anyone who has endured childhood trauma to look into EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - Therapy. Look for reputable therapists who are well-versed in this area and can help you along your journey to recovery. I am genuinely grateful I went through EMDR. It helped me tremendously, and I recommend it to anyone harboring things. We are meant for greatness, but we must be willing to work through things to get where we are meant to be. Thank you, Theresa, for showing up and sharing your story. If you found value in this episode, please share it with others. Also, please subscribe to the Breaking Barriers Now podcast on all podcasting platforms. I also encourage you to join us inside Convene Communities. Learn more about Theresa and what she has to offer at https://www.theritualqueen.com/. Thank you for being a part of this mission. Find out how to connect with me and learn more about her at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.Support the showBreaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.

Today, my guest is Stephanie Rigby (@Your Content Bestie). Stephanie and I had a great conversation about how she decided to go full-time in her own business and how she has to continuously convince herself that she will be successful and doesn't need to go back to the corporate world. She talks about losing her full-time corporate job in March 2020. That's when she decided to pursue her side hustle full-time. Here we are, two years later, and she has an agency and a team! Being an entrepreneur is hard. As Stephanie and I talk about, we often struggle to stay motivated, but we must keep at it daily. Stephanie also likes talking about mindset and taking messy action to see results. Tune in as Stephanie and I discuss this to help others out there. Remember, you're not alone. Together, we can do more! Link up with Stephanie. She is an Instagram strategist who runs a boutique Instagram marketing agency. website: https://www.yourcontentbestie.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/yourcontentbestie. Join the discussion inside the incredible platform @Convene Communities. The Breaking Barriers Now podcast is housed inside the Jodi Watkins Life and Health Community. Use this link to join: https://Jodi-Watkins.convenecommunities.com/group/show/1128/905. Thank you for being a part of this mission. Please make sure you share this with anyone who needs to hear it. Also, follow the Breaking Barriers Now podcast, which can be found on all podcasting platforms, including iTunes and Spotify. Stay blessed!Support the showBreaking Barriers Now is sponsored by Convene Connections Corporation and 1st Approved Financial. Are you looking to invest in an all-in-one platform looking to expand and grow and help others do the same? Join us at Convene Communities! Go to https://convenecommunities.com/invest/ to show your interest today! You are under no obligation. All we desire to know is that you are willing to learn more. Are you a business owner or someone who desires to own a business and gain funding through other investors and creditors? Contact 1st Approved Financial or fill out the no-obligation free business scan here and let us help you start your journey: https://member.1stapprovedfinancial.com/agent/JWatkins. Thank you all for being a part of this mission and for allowing me to facilitate these stories in ways I never imagined being able to. Please share the podcast with everyone you know, and if you are interested in being a sponsor or guest, please get in touch with Jodi Watkins through her link at https://linktr.ee/jodiwatkins.