Episode 35: From Underestimated to Empowered: Mindset Shifts for Busy Pros & Educators with Stefy Vaclavikova
From Underestimated to Empowered: Mindset Shifts for Busy Pros & Educators with Stefy Vaclavikova
In this insightful episode, Alan welcomes mindset growth coach Stefy Vaclavikova (link to her YouTube channel below!) to explore the crucial role of mindset shifts in overcoming challenges and achieving greater fulfillment, both in the demanding world of education and the busy lives of professionals. Stefy shares her inspiring journey from feeling undervalued as a teacher to empowering others to recognize their worth and thrive.
Key Takeaways:
The Universal Struggle of Feeling Undervalued: Discover the parallels between the mindset challenges faced by educators and busy professionals.
The Power of Mindset as "Fast Wellness": Learn how internal shifts in perspective can immediately impact your sense of worth and control over your time and energy.
Owning Your Value: Stefy shares her journey of recognizing her true worth and provides actionable insights for busy pros to do the same.
Time & Energy Management Through Mindset: Explore how limiting beliefs can sabotage your ability to prioritize well-being and how to overcome them.
The Importance of Long-Term Vision & Milestones: Learn how setting exciting goals and breaking them down can fuel motivation and prevent burnout.
Key Points Discussed:
Stefy's Pivotal Moment: The turning point in Stefy's teaching career that highlighted the need for a mindset shift.
Overcoming the "Underestimated" Feeling: Stefy's journey of valuing herself more and specializing to find her niche.
Transitioning to Entrepreneurship: Embracing fear and persevering through financial challenges with a strong mindset.
Setting Exciting Long-Term Goals: The importance of having a vision and breaking it down into manageable steps.
Resources:
Stefy Vaclavikova's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLylfPUIxZHCLkGyJuvIe8bHbhGJylEkYo
Bowei Courses: https://boweistrategy.com/
Bowei Teacher Academy: https://course.boweistrategy.com/the-academy
Stefy Vaclavikova LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefania-vaclavikova/
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Reflect on one area where a mindset shift could positively impact your well-being or career.
Connect with Stefy Vaclavikova on her YouTube channel to learn more about mindset growth for educators.
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Episode 34: Unlock The Power of Your Two Minds
Unlock Your Two Minds: Choose Wellness, Choose Change
In this special episode of Busy Pro Fast Wellness, Alan explores the powerful concept of the two minds — the active mind that reacts and the reflective mind that creates.
Inspired by the work of Dr. Joe Dispenza, we uncover how becoming aware of our unconscious patterns can transform our health, happiness, and success.
Learn how stress disrupts your well-being — and how your thoughts can either keep you stuck or set you free.
Plus, join Alan for a 60-second practical exercise to step into awareness and start your day with purpose.
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Episode 33 - Goal Setting & Consistency for Busy Runners (with Laura Norris of Tread Lightly)
Goal Setting & Consistency for Busy Runners.
Episode 33 Summary:
In this compelling episode of Busy Pro Fast Wellness, host Alan Welch connects with the expert running coach and co-host of the "Tread Lightly" podcast, Laura Norris.
Laura draws insightful parallels between the mindset and strategies employed by dedicated runners and successful busy professionals, particularly in navigating unexpected challenges and maintaining focus.
We delve into actionable practical and mental strategies to help busy individuals build consistent running routines, even with limited time.
Laura also shares key principles of effective goal setting tailored to avoid burnout and explores research findings in motivation and goal achievement relevant to both runners and those with demanding schedules.
Links to Laura Norris.
Laura Norris' Website: lauranorrisrunning.com
Instagram handle (@lauranorrisrunning)
The Tread Lightly Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1S3sX2Z51SE2QHUreoOogd?si=SJF_Sc2gTTmcLjSGH8nOHw
Guest Bio.
Laura Norris is a highly respected running coach known for her evidence-based approach and her ability to translate complex sports science into practical advice for runners of all levels. Her passion for the sport and her deep understanding of training principles make her a sought-after expert. As the co-host of the "Tread Lightly" podcast, Laura shares her insights on a wide range of running-related topics.
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Episode 32: Beat the Stiffness: Simple Moves to Free Your Body and Mind
Ep 32: Beat the Stiffness: Simple Moves to Free Your Body and Mind
Feeling stiff from too much sitting or screen time? This episode explores how movement can quickly break through physical and mental tension. Inspired by the idea that cognitive performance is an endurance game, you’ll learn three science-backed exercises that help unlock joints, release stiffness, and restore flow in just 2 minutes.
Quick Routine — 3 Simple Moves (30 seconds each):
Standing Cat-Cow – Mobilize the spine and relieve lower back tension [2:23]
Arm Circles with Twist – Open shoulders, increase blood flow, and free up chest movement [3:50]
Hip Sways with Heel Lift – Loosen up hips, knees, and ankles for better posture and fluidity [5:28]
No gear. No mat. No excuses.
Just you, a moment, and a mindset shift.
Quotes to remember:
“You’re only as young as your spine is flexible.” – Joseph Pilates
“Exercise is optional. Movement is essential.” – Katy Bowman
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Ep 31: Escape the Treadmill: Your Fast-Track to Fitness Goals
Episode 31: Escape the Treadmill: Fast-Track to Fitness Goals
Are you a busy professional feeling like you're just keeping pace on the treadmill of life? In this episode, Alan explores how to shift from a reactive mindset to proactive goal setting, particularly in the realm of fitness, and how this can translate to taking control in all areas of your busy life.
Key Takeaways:
Understand the "treadmill metaphor" and how it relates to feeling in control versus just surviving.
Learn the importance of reflection before setting fitness goals.
Discover practical strategies for scheduling workouts and making them a priority.
Understand the power of starting small and building consistency.
Learn why focused attention during workouts is more effective than distracted efforts.
Discover the importance of celebrating small wins to build momentum.
Key Points Discussed:
The Treadmill Metaphor: Surviving versus being in control of your pace and direction.
Reactive vs. Proactive Mindset: How these approaches impact goal achievement.
Reflection: Taking time to understand your motivations and limitations.
Scheduling: Treating workouts like important appointments.
Starting Small: The power of gradual progress.
Consistency: Prioritizing regular activity over sporadic intensity.
Focus: Being present and engaged during workouts.
Celebrating Wins: Building motivation through positive reinforcement.
Quotes from the Episode:
"Time wealth is not about having more time, but feeling in control of the time you have." - Sahil Bloom
"The only bad run is the one you didn’t do." - Courtney Dauwalter
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Reflect on one area where you feel reactive and identify one small proactive step you can take.
Share this episode with a busy friend who might be feeling overwhelmed by their goals.
Time Stamps:
The Treadmill Metaphor: [0:30]
1) Reflect - Reactive vs. Proactive: [3:12]
2) Scheduling: [4:08]
3) Starting Small & Consistency [4:46]
4) Focus, not Distraction [5:36]
5) Celebrating Wins: [6:53]
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