Happy New Year Fearless Friends! Are you ready to crush your goals (resolutions) this year?! I hope this answer is yes, because I am here to help! I'm giving you 6 reasons why resolutions don't work out and helping you fix it! Remember, whether you think you can or whether you think you can't you are right! As a person who used to mentally defeat herself without even trying I can tell you with 100% certainty you can achieve your goals and I'm spilling as to how! I also talk about my recent fearl...
Jan 06, 2021•34 min
This week I'm breaking down the 10 things I think you should give up in 2020. I am SUPER passionate about this list! I pride myself on being real for you guys, so I'd be lying if I said I never struggled with these 10 things! Always remember you are a work in progress! Do you best! I'd love to hear what you are giving up in 2020! Hit me up on the gram and let me know @beingfearlessjax
Dec 23, 2020•34 min
Return guest Tiffany O'Brien is on the podcast this week and we are talking about how to survive the holidays! Let's face it, the holidays are stressful but even more so during a pandemic. It's difficult for everyone not being able to see their family. Tiffany and I share our pro-tips on surviving the holidays.! Tiffany is a woman whom I refer to as the Hostess with the Mostess and she also shares some holiday hosting tips! Each week Tiffany shares videos on her youtube channel that are basicall...
Dec 09, 2020•1 hr
Welcome back to another episode featuring a chronic illness warrior! This week I have an amazing conversation with Ben Weiss. Ben has Crohn's Disease and his story is what I referred to as beautifully complicated. He shares his journey with the disease and being misdiagnosed. He also talks about getting involved with the foundation and how it has affected his life and shares about the marathons he has run for the cause. His story is truly inspiring and I hope you enjoy it! If you are looking to ...
Nov 18, 2020•1 hr 27 min
Being Fearless is 1!!! Today on the podcast we are celebrating one year of podcasting! Not only that but we are celebrating friendships! Originally I had recorded a podcast with my bestie Leslie, but alas the computer program crashed and it was lost. Instead I share what I learned in one year of podcasting and also what it takes to make friendships last. When you are done listening I want to encourage you to phone a friend (or text) to say hello! (Maybe share the podcast hint hint!) Thank you to...
Nov 11, 2020•23 min
The podcast is almost a year old and this is the first time I'm sitting down and having a conversation with a man! Representing all the men in the world this week is Marc Blandin! Marc is the National Endurance Coach for the Team Challenge through the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation. Marc was my running coach when I trained for my first half marathon and I'm not joking when I tell you, he was the reason I kept going! I had so many questions about running and he answered all of them. Everything I ...
Nov 04, 2020•1 hr 11 min
This week on the podcast I am answering some of your burning questions! I talk about deleting people on social media and the anxiety that comes with it, how I deal with pain, and I give my (very) beginner writing tips if you are thinking about writing a book. If you have a question for me, DM me at https://www.instagram.com/beingfearlessjax/ Link to my latest fundraiser: https://www.facebook.com/donate/955027051646880
Oct 28, 2020•34 min
Keeping up with our Chronic Illness Spotlight Series, this week I have a conversation with Laura Varnum. Laura is a clinical pharmacist at Rhode Island Hospital and advocated and assists patients with their care. Laura has Crohn's disease and openly talks about her journey, including what it was like being pregnant with Crohn's Disease. Laura is part of the Young Professionals Committee and is committed to raising money and awareness for the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation. She gives some serious...
Oct 21, 2020•54 min
Charlotte Foley was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease at age 17. In this episode she shares her journey and her struggles with her permanent ostomy. Her story is truly inspiring. Charlotte has not let a chronic illness slow her down in life! She actively seeks adventure and lives life to the fullest. She spends her free time roaming around Alaska with friends, visiting family, and traveling. She works as an Occupational Therapist, and enjoys combining her knowledge on those two topics to improve he...
Oct 07, 2020•48 min
Let's be real, we ALL make mistakes! I recently made a mistake and wanted to own up to it and talk about mistakes. The mistake I made wasn't huge but I did take time to apologize for it and I can guarantee it won't happen again. That's all you can do right? Own your shit, apologize and do better! It's as simple as that. We are all human and need to have grace for ourselves and others when it comes to mistakes. News flash: you are not always right and it shows confidence to admit when you are wro...
Sep 30, 2020•14 min
This week I sit down with my friend Jordan Burger, a fellow ulcerative colitis warrior. Jordan opens up about her journey with having a chronic illness and we make poop jokes! Everybody poops! She talks about why she joined the Team Challenge for the foundation and what it has meant to her to meet fellow warriors. Her story is beautiful. I hope you enjoy it! Link to the fundraiser: https://www.facebook.com/donate/955027051646880
Sep 23, 2020•58 min
In this episode I talk about what happens when you do something for 100 days. I share details about my 100 day running streak and tell you why I kept going. I talk about the hardest moments, and celebrate my victories with you. Even if you aren't a runner, it's worth listening to, just substitute running with the thing you want to do for 100 days. We often self sabotage by telling ourselves we can't do something, by committing to doing something for 100 days you are re-wiring your brain to think...
Sep 09, 2020•41 min
You can't expect consistent results if you are putting in inconsistent effort. This episode is all about being consistent and I offer tips to "stay on track". Let's face it, being consistent is freaking hard! You have to basically fight what your brain is saying, which is normally giving you any excuse not to do something. I also talk a lot about my latest goals involving running and how I'm staying consistent!
Aug 19, 2020•21 min
We are talking about sex this week with my Fearless guest Christin Henke! The simplest way to describe what Christin does is “Sex Coach”, but her work is SO MUCH MORE than that. To get a little “woo” on you, Christin’s passion lies at the axis of feminine wholeness and erotic expression. In Her 1:1 and group coaching, She empowers women to unapologetically claim their sexuality through healing shame, embracing their desire, and embodying pleasure in and OUT of the bedroom. Christin is also the c...
Aug 05, 2020•1 hr 8 min
Ever feel like every day is the same? You're just going through the motions with no real motivation or excitement? You are probably in a rut and honestly who can blame you with the state of the world! In this episode I talk about how I recently found myself in a rut and what I did to get out of it! Instagram @beingfearlessjax
Jul 29, 2020•25 min
In this Solo Cast, I talk about what's it's been like living with a chronic illness. Truth be told I have not been feeling 100% and I'm telling you how I'm taking care of myself and getting back on track! I also shamelessly plug my fundraiser for the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation! In August I am running the Falmouth Road Race for the foundation and I'm hoping you will support me! I know times are tough right now, but charities aren't able to help fund research if we don't help them out! Any don...
Jul 15, 2020•25 min
This week we are talking about a subject that makes a lot of people uncomfortable: depression. Depression is a serious condition that negatively affects how a person things. It's more than being sad. As a person who has suffered from depression, my hope is to put the topic out there and make it feel less taboo. My guest this week is Michelle Agrela Wilson, who is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Georgia. We discussed coping mechanisms to help with depression and what Michelle do...
Jul 08, 2020•1 hr 6 min
In this episode I have a conversation with my friend Mary Golden. Mary and I went to High School together and reconnected through FB. Mary is one of those people who inspire me daily. Mary shares her journey authentically and you can tell how passionate she is about her health and wellness. Mary is a Mom and about a year or so ago she made the decision to start putting herself first once in awhile and has become increasingly more happy and better Mom/ wife in the process. She shares what her "ah...
Jun 24, 2020•56 min
Want to know the biggest thing I've learned in my 39 years? ALWAYS eat the cake (and calories don't count on your birthday!) Okay that last part is probably fake news but I stand by you should always eat the cake! I feel so strongly about this that I put it on the list twice, so I assume it meant the most to me! You guys know I love me some cake! This week I gave you the second half of my "things I've learned list" and once again, some of the topics fire me up! I also announce my new Fearless In...
Jun 17, 2020•38 min
When this podcast drops I'll be 39! I thought how fun would it be to do a podcast about 39 things I've learned in 39 years?! I decided to make it a 2 part podcast, wouldn't want to drop to many knowledge bombs haha! I get pretty fired about about some of the things on the list and I am hoping some of them resonate with you! Enjoy and have some cake for me!
Jun 16, 2020•31 min
Dating during a pandemic......let's talk about it! Are you doing it? Have you met someone? Are you single in your 30s? This week I chatted with my friend Melissa Carreiro, you might know her from her hilarious Tik Tok videos. We are both single ladies in our 30s trying to navigate dating during a pandemic. As if dating isn't hard enough? We talked about dating in general and how different it is right now. We mentioned what it takes for us to "swipe right" and how we are willing to meet people. M...
Jun 03, 2020•1 hr 4 min
This week I had a conversation with Cassandre McKinley. Cass started a career in film and TV before entering her freshman year of High School. By 16 she was signed by a New York talent agent. She attended the Boston Conservatory of music and majored in musical theatre. Her career has spanned over 3 decades as a pro singer, dancer, actress, voice over artist, and print model and most importantly, she's family! Cass also works as a teacher at Berklee College of Music. Cass and I got into what it t...
May 27, 2020•59 min
This week I have a conversation with Sara Richard. Sara Richard is an Eisner and Ringo Award nominated fine artist and illustrator as well as a writer of short stories currently creating in the forever Halloween town of Salem, Massachusetts. She is most known for illustrating comic book covers for companies such as IDW Publishing, Oni Press, Marvel, Dynamite Comics, Action Lab Ent.; with other illustration work for DC Collectables, StormKing, The Witch House in Salem, MA., and Gallery 1988 in Lo...
May 20, 2020•1 hr 3 min
In this episode I wanted to tell you it's going to be ok! I keep hearing people saying "I should be... (insert the thing)". I'm home so I "should be doing...". I got stuck in that trap to. I told myself that if I didn't do a specific project I never would and that is not the case. I think Rachel Hollis said it best when she said "stop shoulding all over yourself". YOU get to decide what you should be doing! It's ok to feel how you are feeling right now, we are in the middle of a pandemic. There ...
May 06, 2020•30 min
This weeks guest is Sarah Canney. Sarah is a running coach and the creator of the Rise Run Retreat and has been featured in Runner's World, Trail Runner and Women's Running to name a few publications. I recently virtually attended one of her retreats and it was an amazing experience. She shares so much insight on running on how running taught her to believe in herself and pursue her dreams and passions. Her message from day 1 is that "you belong here" and talks about what that means. She truly i...
Apr 29, 2020•43 min
My guest on the podcast today is Stephanie Gish. I connected with Stephanie through instagram. I LOVE connecting with fellow IBD warriors and she certainly is one! Stephanie is the host of the Crohn's Fitness Food Podcast. She is a Crohn's warrior since 2006, a wife, army vet, dog mom and all around bad ass. She shares her journey to being diagnosed with Crohn's, and how you shouldn't ignore your bodies symptoms. She shares her struggle with food and how she had to try many things to get where s...
Apr 22, 2020•56 min
This weeks guest is straight fire and we could have chatted for hours! In this episode I have a conversation with Lanie Labens, owner of I don't do subtle entertainment (IDDS). IDDS is a celebrity management company and helps celebrities do appearances such as Comic Con. Lanie's list includes Ricky Whittle, Breckin Meyer, Christopher Larkin, DJ Qualls, Erica Cerra, Omid Abtahi, Richard Harmon, and Mechad Brooks to name a few. Ladies, her client list is full of good looking men! Lanie dishes abou...
Apr 15, 2020•1 hr 17 min
In this solocast I talk about what is going on in the world. Let's face it, it's kinda scary. One of the biggest fears people have is the fear of the unknown. We want to be able to control outcomes and right now we can't. We can only stay home to prevent spreading the virus. For some of us that means we don't have jobs. I provide some resources to help you during this tough time and I quote some advice from Dave Ramsey. I also offer up some things to do if you find yourself bored. I give my top ...
Apr 08, 2020•41 min
On this weeks episode I have a conversation with Michele Ashley! Michele is a photographer and owner of Michele Ashley photography. Michele specializes in boudoir photography. She talks about what the boudoir experience is like at her studio vs. other studios. We talk about the poses you in the photo shoot and how empowering doing a boudoir shoot can be for a woman. Michele is all about female empowerment and she wants you to gain more confidence after being in her studio. As a woman who has don...
Apr 01, 2020•43 min
This conversation is so powerful. My guest Andy Delucia is a mindset and trauma coach who helps woman heal the lineage cycles of pain and trauma and become whole again. Andy talks about her own personal trauma and what you need to do "to pick yourself up off the floor". Andy has been a stay at home Mom for 16 years and in this time of global trauma she shares what's its like and what you can do to get through it. She points out that Mother Nature gave us a time out and we need to use it to take ...
Mar 26, 2020•56 min
