Trauma is something most of us have experienced, whether we realize it or not. In this episode, Holistic Trauma Recovery Coach and Bestselling Author Liz Blanding shares powerful insights on what trauma really is, why healing is our responsibility, and how we can take control of our recovery. Liz opens up about her personal journey through trauma, the impact of unprocessed emotions, and how emotional intelligence plays a key role in healing. Whether you’ve experienced trauma firsthand or are supporting someone who has, this conversation is filled with wisdom, encouragement, and practical steps to move forward.

Takeaways

• Trauma is more common than we think: even experiences like job loss or relationship struggles can leave a lasting impact.
• Healing is a choice: while we can’t control what happened to us, we are responsible for how we move forward.
• Emotional intelligence is key: self-awareness, self-regulation, and understanding our triggers help us navigate trauma.
• Ignoring trauma doesn’t make it go away: unhealed trauma can manifest in unexpected ways, from anxiety to physical health issues.
• Journaling and storytelling are powerful tools for healing: writing can help release trauma and transform pain into purpose.
• Creating a safe space for recovery is essential: whether for yourself or others, healing happens in supportive, non-judgmental environments.

Meet Liz Blanding

Liz Blanding is a Holistic Trauma Recovery Coach, Bestselling Author, and the Founder of Oasis Wellness Centers, an online holistic herbal wellness and trauma recovery academy. As a sought-after speaker, teacher, and mentor, she is dedicated to empowering individuals on their healing journey. Known as the Trauma Informed Girl, Liz specializes in natural wellness, trauma recovery, and addiction recovery. She is the host of Oasis Wellness of Life on YouTube and Get Trauma Informed, a podcast that has become a movement, providing insights and resources across major platforms. Her mission is to help people move from surviving to thriving by connecting them with the tools and support they need for profound transformation.

Resources

• Oasis Wellness Centers: https://oasiswellnessctrs.com
• Get Trauma Informed Podcast (Available on multiple platforms): https://gettraumainformed.buzzsprout.com
• Oasis Wellness of Life (YouTube): YouTube Channel
• Linktree: https://linktr.ee/dlblanding

What separates elite athletes from the rest? It’s not just physical training—it’s mental mastery. In this episode, mental performance coach Dorron Blumberg shares how the principles of sports psychology can help anyone—whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, or wellness enthusiast—train your mind for peak performance. We explore how visualization, goal-setting, and mindset shifts can elevate your game, break mental blocks, and help you achieve your biggest goals.

Takeaways

• Sports psychology isn’t just for athletes—it’s about training your mindset to perform at your best in all areas of life.
• Visualization is a powerful tool to reprogram your subconscious and build confidence.
• Breathing exercises help calm your nervous system and improve focus before a big moment.
• Writing down your goals increases your chances of achieving them—yet only 3% of people do it.
• Focus on what you can control instead of external distractions, whether in sports, business, or personal growth.
• Overcoming mental blocks is key—whether it’s fear, self-doubt, or negative self-talk.
• Taking breaks and decluttering your space can help reset your motivation when you're feeling stuck.

Meet our Guest: Dorron Blumberg

Dorron Blumberg is a Mental Performance Coach with over 15 years of experience in sports psychology. A former competitive swimmer and college football player, he realized that the missing piece in athletics wasn’t just physical training—it was mental resilience. This led him to earn a Master’s Degree in Sport & Performance Psychology, along with multiple certifications, to help athletes and high performers break mental barriers, set clear goals, and optimize their performance. Today, he coaches athletes of all levels, from youth sports to elite competitors, using custom visualization techniques, mindset coaching, and goal-setting strategies.

https://dorroncoaching.com/

In this episode, Juliette shares a counterintuitive idea: that learning, while seemingly productive, can often hold us back. She explores how excessive consumption of information can create a false sense of progress, overwhelm us, and ultimately prevent us from taking meaningful action.

Instead of staying trapped in an endless cycle of learning, she shares practical strategies to shift towards execution, overcome procrastination, and build habits that lead to real results.

Takeaways:

• Learning can provide a false sense of progress, making us feel like we’re achieving something when we aren’t taking real action.
• Overconsumption of information can lead to overwhelm and inaction, making tasks feel harder than they actually are.
• Small, actionable steps are key—mastering the basics before advancing helps prevent burnout and ensures sustainable progress.
• Mindset is critical: rewiring your thinking towards action rather than passive learning is the first step to real change.
• Accountability, whether through a friend, a coach, or structured environments, can help push you past procrastination.
• Movement and energy shifts (such as music and exercise) can be leveraged to create momentum.
• Discomfort is a natural part of growth—embracing it can help you push through resistance and take meaningful steps toward your goals.

Meet Juliette Fiszka: Juliette is a passionate advocate for personal development, experimentation, and action-oriented living. She explores the psychology of motivation and productivity, sharing insights from her own experiences in breaking free from the learning trap and taking tangible steps toward her aspirations.

Resources Mentioned:

• DEXA Scan for body fat measurement
• Red light therapy for skincare
• Supplements and the importance of blood tests before taking them
• Accountability strategies (working with a friend, hiring a coach, etc.)
• Using movement and music to boost energy and productivity

Final Thoughts: Juliette challenges listeners to break free from passive learning and shift towards action. Next time you learn something, ask yourself: How will I apply this immediately? Because true progress doesn’t come from knowledge alone—it comes from doing.

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In this episode of Good In Motion, Juliette Fiszka dives into the different methods for tracking body composition, beyond just stepping on a scale. She shares her personal experiences with various measurement tools, including skin calipers, Fit3D scans, and the highly accurate DEXA scan. Juliette breaks down the pros and cons of each method and reveals which one she personally trusts the most. Whether you're on a weight loss journey, focused on muscle gain, or just curious about body composition, this episode will help you choose the best way to track your progress effectively.

• The scale is the most accessible tool but doesn’t differentiate between muscle and fat changes (some scales do).
• Skin calipers are affordable but require proper technique for accurate readings.
• Fit3D scans provide detailed body composition data and may be included with some of your wellness consultations.
• DEXA scans offer the most precise body composition analysis but are costly and should only be done a few times a year.
• Comparing results across different measurement tools is unreliable—consistency with one method is key.
• Tracking progress regularly helps maintain motivation and adjust fitness goals effectively.

Juliette Fiszka is a Balanced Living enthusiast and the host of the Good in Motion podcast, where she explores all things wellness, mental health, and personal growth. Juliette is passionate about helping busy professionals break free from overwhelm and create fulfilling lives, all while pursuing their biggest goals.

In this episode of Good in Motion, host Juliette Fiszka dives into the often-overlooked benefits of a healthy lifestyle that go beyond weight loss. She shares her personal journey, struggles, and revelations about how good habits impact energy, mental health, and confidence. Juliette explains how small, consistent choices—like proper nutrition, hydration, and sleep—can transform not just the body but also mindset and overall well-being.

• A healthy lifestyle isn’t just about weight loss—it enhances energy levels, mental clarity, and confidence.
• Poor eating habits can create a vicious cycle of low energy, cravings, and low self-esteem.
• Consistently eating well, staying hydrated, and getting enough sleep significantly impact mood and motivation.
• Healthy choices compound over time, making it easier to maintain good habits.
• Self-care leads to better relationships and a desire to uplift others.

In this episode of Good in Motion, Juliette shares six creative and enjoyable ways to move your body every day—without the dread of a traditional workout routine. From dance workouts to interactive games, these ideas are designed to make movement feel like play, not a chore. Whether you're tired of your usual routine or simply looking for fresh inspiration, this episode offers practical tips to bring fun and energy back into your fitness journey.

Takeaways:

• Dance Workouts: Discover fun, guided routines on YouTube or enjoy freestyle dancing to your favorite music.
• Spin Classes: Experience party-like vibes with immersive classes featuring music themes and light shows.
• Social Groups: Join local walking or running groups to add a social element to your movement.
• Mini Trampolines: Try quick, high-energy trampoline sessions for a fun and effective cardio boost.
• Reunion Dance Parties: Attend alcohol-free dance events like Rachel Molenda’s to connect and move.
• Interactive Game Rooms: Explore places like Activate for immersive, movement-based games with friends.

Resources Mentioned:

• ClassPass: Get a free month of workouts as a first-time user with this link: https://classpass.com/refer/16UOA3JO1
• 305 Fitness
• EmBody
• Sweat & Tonic
• Activate

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In this episode of Good in Motion, host Juliette speaks with Lizzie Brown, co-founder of the Yoga Wake Up app, about overcoming the habit of hitting snooze and creating a gentle, mindful morning routine. Lizzie shares how the app encourages users to replace snoozing with gentle yoga and meditation, making waking up a more positive experience. They discuss the importance of consistent morning habits, the role of sleep hygiene, and the benefits of starting the day with intentional movement and mindfulness.

"Snoozing is a habit just like anything else [...] It makes sense to introduce something instead." - Lizzie Brown

Takeaways:

• Yoga Wake Up's Origin: Lizzie Brown and her husband developed the app as a solution for habitual snoozing, offering gentle morning practices to ease the transition from sleep.
• Morning Routine Tips: Incorporating short, audio-guided yoga or meditation practices can replace snoozing, helping to improve mood and reduce grogginess.
• Sleep Hygiene: Consistency in bedtime and sleep quality the night before impacts the ease of waking up in the morning.
• Accessibility: The Yoga Wake Up app is designed for all levels, even those new to yoga, with practices ranging from 5 to 20 minutes.
• Physical and Mental Benefits: Gentle stretches in the morning can reduce the risk of injury, alleviate tension, and enhance mood and focus throughout the day.

Meet Lizzie Brown:

Lizzie Brown is an entrepreneur specializing in mental wellness and consumer tech. Prior to co-founding the award-winning Apple "App of the Day", Yoga Wake Up, she spent a decade developing PR campaign strategy for emerging fitness and wellness brand and personalities, notably Carbon38 and Fabletics. She holds a B.S. in Public Relations from the University of Florida and has extensive industry knowledge in publicity, entertainment marketing, and influencer marketing. In June 2024, Lizzie graduated from UCLA Anderson School of Management with her executive MBA.

Resources Mentioned:

• Yoga Wake Up app (available on the App Store and Google Play)
• Website: yogawakeup.com
• Social Media: Instagram and TikTok (@yogawakeup)
• Binaural Beats (audio with relaxing frequencies for enhanced meditation)

In this episode, Good in Motion host, Juliette Fiszka, shares her journey from feeling overwhelmed and overworked to finding clarity through focusing on fewer goals. Inspired by insights from personal reflection, Juliette explains how shifting her mindset and narrowing her focus helped her make meaningful progress. She offers practical advice on setting achievable goals, finding balance, and embracing the power of doing less to accomplish more.

• Focusing on fewer, more meaningful goals can lead to greater progress and satisfaction.
• Creating space for reflection can help clarify what truly matters in both personal and professional life.
• Choosing to expand our comfort zone rather than stepping outside of it.
• Narrowing focus to 1-3 key goals can prevent overwhelm and lead to sustainable growth.
• Being around inspiring individuals can motivate, but it's crucial to focus on one's own path.

Juliette Fiszka is a Balanced Living Enthusiast and the host of the Good in Motion podcast, where she explores all things wellness, mental health, and personal growth. Juliette is passionate about helping busy professionals break free from overwhelm and create fulfilling lives, all while pursuing their biggest goals.

• Conferences: Powerhouse Women (hosted by Lindsey Schwartz), Girlfriends & Business (hosted by Lori Harder, from the Earn Your Happy podcast).
• Podcast Episode Reference: Episode #014 with Sarita Fichtner on Good in Motion (discussing expanding comfort zones).