This episode is all about celebrating! Celebrating life, family, and International Podcast Day!To celebrate means to observe a particular day or event with festivities and rejoicing.  To make this publicly known; to proclaim or to praise. Today I am celebrating life and surviving hurricane Ian, my late dad's birthday, and of course the reason for this episode, International Podcast Day!Credit to Pod Deck's creator @Travis Brown for creating the "Episode Ideas" deck that inspired my next episode which will be on my 'Favorite Online Influencer'. To grab your own pod deck, head on over to poddecks.com.To learn more about podcasting, specifically how to Lanch & Leverage your podcast, join the free Facebook Mastering the Podcaster Mindset support group. Intro/Outro Sound Editing Credit to @David Sais, Sound Editor with KaSa Media Productions and cohost of Mastering the Podcaster Mindset Podcast with Tiphany Kane the "Heck Yes!" coach. For additional support and joyful living tips: Join our FREE Facebook Community: Joyful LivingDM me on IG: @4messengersEPL Intro - introduces the podcast and host. EPL Outro - Gives info on when the podcast will drop and how to connect with the host.

3 Takeaways from Podfest 2022.Listeners will be challenged to approach life with child-like wonder and curiosity, excitement & purpose, and trust & faith that everything will work out!!! All essential for joyful living!Intro/Outro Sound Editing Credit to @David Sais, Sound Editor with KaSa Sound Productions and cohost of Mastering the Podcaster Mindset Podcast with Tiphany Kane the "Heck Yes!" coach. Breathing Technique Credit to Lori Stott with the BreatheWriteConnect community on Facebook.For additional support and joyful living tips: Join our FREE Facebook Community: Joyful LivingDM me on IG: @4messengersEPL Intro - introduces the podcast and host. EPL Outro - Gives info on when the podcast will drop and how to connect with the host.

In this episode, listeners will go on a journey to discover that when it comes to food and dieting, it's better to make a lifestyle change, than to go on a diet.  When a person says they're going on a diet, this set's the brain into survival mode. It begins to think about the restrictions, the foods and drinks the body will no longer be able to have. It's time to set the mind & body at ease, and instead decide to make a lifestyle change.The three main points of this episode:1. No longer go on diets, instead make a decision to make a lifestyle change.2. Try to eat clean, whole, plant, natural foods and stay away from processed foods      a. Specifically stay away from white sugar and flour.      b. Eat real proteins.      c. Make as much of your own food as possible, DM for the 5-ingredient mayonnaise recipe.3. Avoid the "Cheat" mentality.  Cheating is acting in an underhanded or deceptive manner, don't cheat on yourself.  Instead, create a Carb Cycling day, or 1 day out of the week where you treat yourself to whatever it is you're craving.I started my lifestyle change five years ago by starting Keto, if you want to know more feel free to message me on social media.Like what you're hearing? Then please, rate, review, share, and subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, or wherever you like to listen to podcasts!  For additional support and joyful living tips: Join our FREE Facebook Community: Joyful LivingDM me on IG: @4messengersEPL Intro - introduces the podcast and host. EPL Outro - Gives info on when the podcast will drop and how to connect with the host.

In this mini-episode, we dive deep into a discussion about the chocolate chip cookie. Who knew one could dedicate an entire episode to the chocolate chip cookie? I was challenged by my Mastering the Art of Podcasting membership group to make a podcast episode on the chocolate chip cookie, thanks for this fun, joyful, playful topic @Tiphany Kane and @David Sais with Mastering The Podcaster Mindset!Three things to take into consideration when making Keto-friendly chocolate chip cookies:flour, sugar alternative, and types of chocolate chips! I use a combination of almond and coconut flours, Monk Fruit granular sugar, and Lily's unsweetened chocolate chips.Like what you're hearing? Then please, rate, review, share, and subscribe!  For additional support and joyful living tips: Join our FREE Facebook Community: Joyful LivingDM me on IG: @4messengersEPL Intro - introduces the podcast and host. EPL Outro - Gives info on when the podcast will drop and how to connect with the host.

Healed by sound! Join me and my very first podcast guest, renowned musician, and sound therapist Lynne Stukart as we discuss what sound healing is and is not, as well as its benefits. Sound Healing is a natural, gentle, non-invasive medicine that dates back to ancient times. We're all vibrational beings and sound healing uses instrumental frequencies to help heal the body.Disclaimer: information and content provided are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice. Neither my guest nor I are doctors. Guest Information:Lynne Stukart is an Award-winning musician and educator, Personal Coach, and Sound Healing Therapist who loves to help people discover their unlimited potential and possibilities.As a dedicated and compassionate Coach, Lynne helps empower people who need support in finding more fulfilling opportunities and to make measurable changes in life for more joy and happiness. The journey through life is so much easier when you have a mentor/coach walking alongside you, cheering you on!As a Sound Therapist, Lynne is passionate about sharing the many health benefits and healing capabilities of sound therapy. She provides sound healing therapy services through individual and group sessions, including corporate events, online and in-person. Please feel free to follow Lynne on social media (FB and IG) and at her website at www.LynneStukart.com. |  E-mail | LynneStukart@gmail.comPersonal Website | www.LynneStukart.comLinkedIn/Social Media Handle | FB www.facebook.com/lynne.stukartoutzen IG www.instagram.com/lynnestukartLike what you're hearing? Then please, rate, review, share, and subscribe!  For additional support and joyful living tips: Join our FREE Facebook Community: Joyful LivingDM me on IG: @4messengersEPL Intro - introduces the podcast and host. EPL Outro - Gives info on when the podcast will drop and how to connect with the host.

In this episode, we'll be answering three questions about feeding our souls. What does it mean to nourish your soul?Why is it important to nourish the soul?What are some ways to nourish your soul?EPL Intro - introduces the podcast and host. EPL Outro - Gives info on when the podcast will drop and how to connect with the host.

In this episode, you're going to hear the story, The Tale of Two Mindsets. By the end of the episode, it'll be up to you to choose which state of mind you want to be in. let me know in the comments which state of mind you're choosing.Credit to Billy Joel, for song clip of NY State of Mindhttps://youtu.be/lt8G3U-MABwCredit to Hazel Hira Ozbek, for the mindset quote: "You don't need a new day to start over, you only need a new mindset."Credit to Jesus, for the scriptural verse: "Jesus said, 'If you can believe, all things are possible for them that believe'". ~Mark 9:23Like what you're hearing? Then please, rate, review, share, and subscribe!  For additional support and joyful living tips: Join our FREE Facebook Community: Joyful LivingDM me on IG: @4messengersEPL Intro - introduces the podcast and host. EPL Outro - Gives info on when the podcast will drop and how to connect with the host.

Hello, hello friends! Brrrrr, today we’re going to talk about a technique called polar plunging aka ice bath or cold exposure therapy. With all the different stressors that have been thrown at us within the last year or 2, I thought it would benefit us to talk about the benefits of ice baths or the Wim Hoff technique known as cold exposure therapy. Inspired by a recent IG video of Mel Robbins having an ice bath. I wanted to talk about the benefits of ice bathing which include: easing sore muscles and joints. It also helps your central nervous system (by helping you to sleep better, typically you fall asleep faster and have deeper, I believe REM sleep, where we dream and our creativity flows.) Helps limit inflammation.  And it trains your vagus nerve (our parasympathetic nervous system, which helps to reduce stress, anxiety, and levels our emotions. I first learned about this technique about a year ago while watching a documentary on Tony Robbins’ UPW conference. If you’ve been listening for a while, you know this podcast is all about finding methods and best practices for joyful living.In the documentary, Tony spoke about starting the day by changing our primal state. That would include breath work, meditating with a focus on gratitude, and then he suggested taking a hot shower and at the end of the shower, just before getting out, we should close our eyes and flip the water from hot to cold and stand in that cold water for up to a minute. I have been doing this for about a month and I can tell you, there’s something about it that just makes me have a great start to my day. I’m happier, more relaxed, and feel excited and renewed. I always end up giggling, maybe it’s because my body is freaking out from the intense change in temperature. I’m not a doctor, but I did confirm the benefits. And others who have actually done the full-on ice bath, have said that they feel more in control. Have less stress and anxiety, and they feel more balanced. So what do you think listeners? Are you going to try polar plunging??? Before you do, check with your doctor to see if it’s ok, or do like I’ve been doing and start with ending your shower with cold water. Start out slowly, and then be sure to comment or DM with your results! In addition to cold exposure therapy, we have a wonderful counselor in Jesus, 1 Peter 5:7 reminds us to: "Cast all your anxiety on Him because he cares for you. "The encumbrances of life can threaten our peace but it is so good to know that we can cast all our cares on God – health cares, relationship cares, etc.; Paul reminds us that God still cares. You can give to God every burden that seeks to depress or make you anxious, God is waiting to relieve you and grant you His love, joy, and peace.EPL Intro - introduces the podcast and host. EPL Outro - Gives info on when the podcast will drop and how to connect with the host.

In this episode of EPL, listeners will be exposed to a trifecta of ideas including saltiness, influence, and Dr. Seuss!!!Mathew 5:13 says “You are the salt of the earth, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled under people's feet. "In this episode listeners will learn about 3 levels of saltiness: adding flavor, preserving, and overindulgence which leads to disastrous outcomes.Being an influencer, and using our influence for good. How influence can lead to inspiration and how what we say and do influences those around us.Lastly, celebrating award-winning (Pulitzer Prize Special Citations & Awards, Laura Ingalls Wilder Medal to name a few) children's author and illustrator Dr. Seuss' birthday and National Read Across America day.EPL Intro - introduces the podcast and host. EPL Outro - Gives info on when the podcast will drop and how to connect with the host.

Today we’re going to dive deep and introduce the third essential key to joyful living: laughter. Ever had one of those deep down in your belly, tears flowing, and "you're about to pee your pants" kind of laugh?!? I did a few months ago, and afterward, I felt so good. Why was that? Because laughing provides many benefits. Did you know that laughing diminishes your "fight-flight" response? It also helps you burn calories, "hello"!!! Laughing gives you an endorphin boost, as well as kicks your brain into high gear.Laughter also has so many healing powers. It builds our immune systems, boosts our moods, can relieve stress and pain, and help to lower your blood pressure. These are just a few of the benefits of laughter, it truly is the best medicine!For additional support and joyful living tips: Join our FREE Facebook Community: Joyful LivingDM me on IG: @4messengersEPL Intro - introduces the podcast and host. EPL Outro - Gives info on when the podcast will drop and how to connect with the host.

In this episode, listeners will be introduced to another essential key to joyful living, play. There are many aspects of play that benefit us, but the play that releases the creative juices, and raises our vibrational frequencies to the level of joy, peace, and love, is unregulated play. It's a play that uses imagination and gets lost in time. The benefits of play include, and are not limited to, motor skills development, learning to problem solve, social-emotional skills development, communication skills development, creative skills development. All skills needed for being a contributing member of society. It’s where our artists, inventors, scientists, creatives get their inspiration and purpose from.Grab the What I Learn When I Play tips mentioned in this episode!Join our FREE Facebook Community: Joyful LivingDM me on IG: @4messengersCredit - Happy Days Theme song (https://youtu.be/slvGKU7HF6M)EPL Intro - introduces the podcast and host. EPL Outro - Gives info on when the podcast will drop and how to connect with the host.

In this episode, we're going to dive deep into a discussion about the importance of taking care of our bodies. Many people are suffering from "Dis - eases" such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, anxiety, depression, etc. Many times going undiagnosed because we're living in denial, or fear. I get vulnerable and share about my struggle with overcoming obesity on my way to self-care healing.EPL Intro - introduces the podcast and host. EPL Outro - Gives info on when the podcast will drop and how to connect with the host.

This episode introduces Debbie Messenger and the Eat Play Laugh podcast. The goal of this podcast is to help other self-care seekers to live a more joyful life. Each week on Wednesdays, we'll explore topics to develop our bodies, minds, and souls. Eat Play Laugh is figurative for our health, psychology, and spiritual aspects. Through this podcast, we'll learn about our value and how to work on our mindset so we can overcome limiting beliefs. The goal is to empower female entrepreneurs to go for gold, to strive for success in the marketplace!!!EPL Intro - introduces the podcast and host. EPL Outro - Gives info on when the podcast will drop and how to connect with the host.

Many people think that happiness and joy are interchangeable. They aren't and there are many differences between them. This episode will reflect on the three main differences between happiness and joy. They include: Happiness is an external/outward expression, joy is internal.Happiness is fleeting unsustainable, joy persists, it's consistent, and endures.Happiness is obtained solely on earth, joy is a spiritual connection with the ultimate source (for me, that would be God, the Holy Spirit).EPL Intro - introduces the podcast and host. EPL Outro - Gives info on when the podcast will drop and how to connect with the host.