Athena Wellness Podcast - Reclaiming Our Warrior Spirit

#280  This is the inaugural episode of the Rewild Your Well-being series, a powerful invitation to explore, reimagine and create your most fulfilling chapter yet, using nature as a catalyst.

For professionals who have spent years on a structured path to success, a new kind of journey is calling.  Join Kathy as she explores how reconnecting with nature can serve as your most powerful guide, moving beyond traditional career coaching t...

#279  This is the fourteenth episode of the Strong & Vital Series, a well-being series focused on the importance of proactive wellness in midlife and beyond.

In this final episode of the series, we're reflecting on everything we've explored about redefining healthy aging.  We've pushed beyond outdated ideas to embrace the possibility of a life brimming with energy, purpose, and well-being by working with the core ...

#278  This is the thirteenth episode of the Strong & Vital Series, a well-being series focused on the importance of proactive wellness in midlife and beyond.

Join Kathy today as she explores a powerful way to not just maintain, but to supercharge your existing wellness practices by bringing them into the natural world.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

• Why moving your practices outdoors isn't just a scenic change, but a stra...

#277  This is the twelfth episode of the Strong & Vital Series, a well-being series focused on the importance of proactive wellness in midlife and beyond.

Join Kathy today as she explores how to transform your inner wisdom into tangible results and meaningful progress with From Insight to Impact: The Practice of Inspired Action.

She shares practical strategies and real-world examples to help you bridge the gap between insightful ...

#276  This is the eleventh episode of the Strong & Vital Series, a well-being series focused on the importance of proactive wellness in midlife and beyond. 

Join Kathy today as she explores a powerful yet gentle approach for gaining clarity and insight: the art of holding a question.  She shares insights and strategies to help you take action and tap into your own inner wisdom. 

In this episode, we’ll cover

• What it truly means...

#275  This is the tenth episode of the Strong & Vital Series, a well-being series focused on the importance of proactive wellness in midlife and beyond.

Join Kathy today as she turns our attention to a powerful and accessible tool for gaining clarity and insight:  the practice of journaling.  She shares both personal insights and actionable strategies.

In this episode, we'll cover:

• What true journaling is and why it'...

#274  This is the ninth episode of the Strong & Vital Series, a well-being series focused on the importance of proactive wellness in midlife and beyond.

In the last installment of the Strong and Vital series, we laid the groundwork for understanding the profound impact of daily practices on our well-being, moving beyond rigid routines to embrace intentional actions that cultivate self-awareness, access inner wisdom, and foster g...

#273  This is the eighth episode of the Strong & Vital Series, a well-being series focused on the importance of proactive wellness in midlife and beyond.

Join Kathy as she explores the transformative power of daily practices.  Moving beyond the often-rigid structure of morning and evening routines, she discusses the concept of intentional actions designed to cultivate self-awareness, access inner wisdom, and foster greater emoti...

#272  This is the seventh episode of the Strong & Vital Series, a well-being series focused on the importance of proactive wellness in midlife and beyond.

In this episode, we shift our focus outward, exploring the powerful connections that shape our lives: our relationships.  We move beyond individual strength to understand how our living web of connections directly impacts our well-being, especially as we navigate midlife trans...

#271  This is the sixth episode of the Strong & Vital Series, a well-being series focused on the importance of proactive wellness in midlife and beyond.

In this episode, we shift our focus inward, exploring the often-overlooked foundation of well-being: your connection to yourself.  We move beyond external measures of strength to discover the enduring power of inner knowing, especially as we navigate life's transformative t...

#270  This is the fifth episode of the Strong & Vital Series, a well-being series focused on the importance of proactive wellness in midlife and beyond.

In this episode, we explore the transformative power of natural flow in midlife, moving beyond physical strength to discover a deeper vitality.

Join Kathy as she shares her journey of connecting with her inner self and embracing a life of ease and harmony.

We’ll cover:

• The thre...

#269  This is the fourth episode of the Strong & Vital Series, a well-being series focused on the importance of proactive wellness in midlife and beyond.

In this episode, we explore what it truly means to be nourished.  It's more than just eating healthy – it's about nurturing your body, mind, and spirit. 

Join Kathy as she shares her journey from calorie-counting to understanding the profound connection between food, m...

#268  This is the third episode of the Strong & Vital Series, a well-being series focused on the importance of proactive wellness in midlife and beyond.

In this episode, Kathy shares her CrossFit experience and the stories of others who have enjoyed powerlifting well into their 80s and 90s.  In addition, we cover:

• Five things you may not know about CrossFit and functional movement;
• The ten fitness elements that are included in...

#267  This is the second episode of the Strong & Vital Series, a well-being series focused on the importance of proactive wellness in midlife and beyond.

Today, we’ll explore:

• The difference between movement, exercise and training;
• Activity guidelines and examples of moderate and vigorous activities;
• What heart rate zones are and how to use them to monitor your exercise effectiveness;
• Things to consider to add more movement to y...

#266  In this inaugural episode of the Strong & Vital Series, we explore the importance of proactive wellness in midlife and beyond.

Discover how to break free from the notion of inevitable decline and create an "upward spiral" of well-being by making small, consistent changes to your lifestyle.  We'll introduce the Holistic Wellness Spectrum – a framework for assessing your well-being in three key areas: Vitality...

#265  In this episode, we explore an alternative to traditional goal setting: the Future Self planning process.  This approach encourages you to connect with your deepest desires and envision the life you truly want.  This becomes the starting point for your action planning process.

We delve into the five key steps:

1. Envision the possibilities:  Explore your dreams, contributions, values, potential, and legacy;
2. Create an environmen...

#264  In this episode, we dive into the concept of intuitive wellness, a holistic approach to health and well-being that emphasizes listening to your body and mind.  We discuss the benefits and challenges of this personalized approach, specific examples of how to apply intuitive wellness and how to create your own intuitive wellness protocols.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding Intuitive Wellness:  Learn what intuitive wellness is and ...

#263  The holiday season is often a time of joy and togetherness, but it can also be a source of stress and overwhelm.  In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the art of simplifying the holiday season.

We discuss strategies for reducing stress, the benefits of a simpler holiday, navigating family dynamics and expectations, and practical tips for a more peaceful season.

By implementing these tips, you can create a more meaningful ...

#262  Tired of the traditional aging narrative? Join us as we redefine midlife and explore practical strategies to invest in your wellness that pay dividends in vibrancy and fulfillment.

Key Topics:

• What it means to live vibrantly in your 50s, 60s and beyond; 
• How you can change the aging paradigm; 
• Specific lifestyle investments you can make to increase life quality; and 
• How a positive mindset can act like compounding interest.