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Pause, observe a DEEP breath. In this episode, Nick and Ray share what it means to observe life through the lens of a Positive Present Perspective and how it can allow us to experience peace even in the midst of adversity. They also share how this perspective has helped them recognize the full worth of their lives so they can be the change they want to see in their world. Finally, they offer up some simple sustainable self-care habits we can practice to begin to cultivate a more empowering perspective. Let's learn and grow together!

Pause, observe a DEEP breath. In this episode, we welcome Noel, Fallon, and Mira the founders of Three Dope Souls. They share the story of how their collective came to be and the reasons why they use Self-Care to empower women to love themselves. They also share what the 6 Pillars of Self-Care are and some simple sustainable habits to help us cultivate each one. Visit the Three Dope Souls website and check out all the products they have to help you practice Self-Care! [https://three-dope-souls.square.site/s/shop] Let's learn and grow together!

Pause, observe a DEEP breath. In this episode, we welcome Earl Campbell to the show. He is a father and real estate developer who shares his story of forgoing getting a college education to pursue his passion in real estate. He also shares the spiritual awakening he experienced upon meeting his son for the first time, along with the habits he now practices with his son to help him live his best life. Keep an eye out for Earl's new podcast and vlog called "Live to Inspire". Let's learn and grow together!

Pause, observe a DEEP breath. We are excited to have our cousin and business owner, Nicole Achille on the show this week! She shares her story of adapting to change in the midst of the pandemic and using her passion to spread joy to children across her community. She also shares the self-care morning routine she created to keep her spirits high over the last year! Check out the Nicole's Magic Instagram page and show your support: https://www.instagram.com/nicoles_magic/ Let's learn and grow together!

Pause, observe a DEEP breath. In this episode @Recovery.Ray and @TheBaldSage discuss what they have become aware of and the growth they have experienced over the month of  April. They also share some of the habits they practiced to help them consistently keep how they spend their time aligned with their values and goals. Be on the lookout for some merch and other products Balance Period has been working on to help keep you accountable as you cultivate simple sustainable Self-Care habits. Let's learn and grow together!

Pause, observe a DEEP breath. We are back with another Rewind episode. This time we will be reflecting on EP027: RaymondRightNow. Vol 5 [2018] where Recovery Ray shares the emotional tug of war happening in his mind once he became aware of all the areas of his life that he wanted to improve. Ray provides a present-day perspective to the steps he took to grow from then until now. He also shares the 4-step process he uses to create the life he wants for himself and the people he loves. For more context, check out EP027 to hear the full episode! Let's learn and grow together!

Pause, observe a DEEP breath. In this episode, we welcome back the purpose-driven, empowering thought leader and founder of J. Posley LLC, Joshua Posley. The last time Josh was on the show [EP075: Intentional Investing], we discussed the value of being intentional with your time. This time around, he shares the highs and lows he experienced over the last year, and how he created systems in his life to support his overall success. He also shares some of the habits he practiced to help him bounce back from the adversity he faced along his journey. Check out www.jposleyllc.com to see how you can support what Josh is working on! Let's learn and grow together!

Pause, observe a DEEP breath. In this episode, we got an opportunity to interview our sister Mitzi Achille, owner of Exclusively Yours Salon. Mitzi shares her story of overcoming obstacles and making a purposeful pivot in taking her business digital as a result of her shop being closed due to COVID-19. She also shares what self-care habits she practices to keep her cup full, along with the most valuable piece of advice she has gotten over the years of being an entrepreneur. Check out the Exclusively Yours Salon website and see how their products can help you or someone you love. Let's learn and grow together!

Pause, observe a DEEP breath. In this episode, @Recovery.Ray & @Pranayanick reflect on the month of March. They share some of the experiences they had, what they learned, and how they plan on growing into April. They also offer up a couple of simple, sustainable self-care habits they used to improve the quality of their lives over the last month. Let's learn and grow together!

Pause, observe a DEEP breath. In this episode, we are switching things up a bit! We are taking it back to EP032: Choice, where Nick was our first guest. In that episode, Nick shares how the most valuable life lesson he learned was that he had a choice to either react or respond to what he experiences in life. We discuss how Nick has grown since that last conversation, and the habits he practiced along the way to help him make where he is today! Let's learn and grow together!

Pause, observe a DEEP breath. Our guest on this episode is Derrick Smith Jr, a podcaster, streamer, and founder of Impulse Productions LLC. Derrick shares the mental health journey he has been on since the start of the pandemic last year and how adopting a more positive mindset has allowed him to experience more joy in his life. He also shares the simple, sustainable, self-care habits he has practiced to make it where he is today. Check out Derrick and his work at https://www.facebook.com/ImpulsePodcast Let's learn and grow together!

Pause, observe 5 DEEP breaths. In this episode, Anthony Murdock II shares his sensational story of patience and perseverance as he maneuvered through the two pandemics of our present. He also shares the simple sustainable self-care habits he practiced to support him as he made progress towards his purpose. Tap into all of what Murdock has to offer at murdockllc.org Let's learn and grow together

Pause, observe a DEEP breath. We've made it to Episode 100! Join @Recovery.Ray and @Pranayanick as they share what they have learned from their mindful reflection of February 2021. They will also be sharing how they plan on continuing to learn and grow throughout the month of March as they focus on being the best emotionally intelligent examples they can be. Let's learn and grow together!

Pause, observe 5 SLOW DEEP breaths. Do you trust your gut? Our guest for this episode is the omnipresent, spiritual influencer, and gym owner, Ryan Coleman. He shares with us the journey of growth mentally, physically, and emotionally over the last year, and how the belief he cultivated in his ability to succeed helped him trust his gut in moments that mattered the most.  He also offers us several of the simple, sustainable, self-care habits he used to help him elevate to where he is today. Also, if you want to tap into more of Ryan's work you can follow him on Instagram @RyCole_Fit Let's learn and grow together

Pause, observe 5 SLOW DEEP breaths. Are you mindful of what you consume? Our guest on this episode is Joe Laconi. He's the founder of Coni Super Foods, a superfood spread filled with protein, fruits, veggies, and fats... everything you need, with nothing you don't! Joe shares his journey of being a business owner and offers us a simple, sustainable way of incorporating Self-Care to start our day! Wanna give Coni Super Foods a try? Get 15% off your order with the code below: BALANCEPERIOD conisuperfoods.com

Pause, observe 5 SLOW DEEP breaths. What is a polymath? Our first guest of the new year, Jacques Achille, shares what it means to be a polymath [a person of wide-ranging knowledge or learning] and how observing life from this perspective can give us the freedom to create lives we love. Check out @OurNorm on Instagram and learn more about the project that will change our world from the inside out! Let’s learn and grow together

Pause, observe 5 SLOW DEEP breaths. How has 2021 been for you so far? In this episode, Nick [@pranayanick] and Ray [@recovery.ray] share how the experiences they have had over the last month and what they have learned about themselves so far. They also discuss what intentions they will maintain as they enter a new month. Let's learn and grow together!

Pause, observe 5 SLOW DEEP breaths. Have you ever responded to an uncomfortable emotion too quickly? In today's episode, Nick [@pranayanick] and Ray [@recovery.ray] discuss Cognitive Bias, and how sometimes we take actions based on unjustified beliefs. They then share ways we can begin to expand our awareness of Cognitive Biases so we can be accountable for how we respond, and more effectively appreciate the lives we have. Remember, you are whole, you are enough. Let's learn and grow together!

Pause, observe 5 SLOW DEEP breaths. In this episode, Nick and Ray discuss how mindless positivity can sometimes cause more suffering than help ourselves and others feel better. They share some ways we can respond to uncomfortable emotions so that we can allow them to pass and continue to live our best lives. Let's learn and grow together!

Pause, observe 5 SLOW DEEP breaths. You are whole, you are enough. Have you ever been triggered? In this episode, we discuss how to identify emotional triggers and what you can do to respond to them in a way that is aligned with your values and goals. Though we are unable to control when we are triggered, with mindfulness, we can control how we respond. Let's learn and grow together!