This Is It! The Podcast by Thriving Yinzers

When life gets heavy, sometimes the best we can do is make a hard day "nicer" rather than "good." That's the powerful distinction at the heart of our new segment and hashtag: #4WINS4YINZ

Drawing from behavioral science and psychology, we're introducing a simple framework to help you notice your daily progress across four dimensions:

•  spiritual (what gave you peace or purpose)
• physical (how y...

We explore the concept of autopilot—that feeling of going through the motions without being present and how to break free from this cycle before it leads to burnout.

• Autopilot sneaks up in small ways like driving somewhere with no memory of the journey
• Our brains default to habits and routines to conserve energy, especially during stress
• Warning signs include feeling constantly busy but making no meaningful p...

Dan Heffley's journey of recovery and resilience after experiencing a massive stroke at age 31 demonstrates extraordinary courage & determination as he continues to build a fulfilling life despite significant challenges.

• Former Army Ranger who suffered a stroke after a carotid artery tear, affecting the entire left side of his brain
• Lives with apraxia (difficulty coordinating speech muscles) and aphasia (knowin...

Small daily actions compound over time to completely change the trajectory of your life, whether in health, career, finances, or relationships.

• Trying to change everything at once leads to burnout and failure
• Starting small creates achievable wins that build momentum
• Shifting perspective during challenges is crucial for finding forward momentum
• Habit stacking combines new habits with existing routines f...

We've passed 412 downloads and since that's our lucky number, want to thank our listeners for making this podcast journey possible – your support means the world to us as podcast newcomers.

• Our podcast aims to create a space where you can catch your breath while finding your path forward
• We don't compare pain or make assumptions about anyone's story – everyone carries something
• Being on au...

We explore the transformative power of choosing betterment over bitterness when life doesn't go as planned, featuring part of Sherry's personal journey of recovery from medical and other life events.

• Sherry shares how a series of small strokes affected her family life
• Learning to accept a new reality and choosing better over bitter
• How small daily actions compound into significant progress
• Pra...

In the introduction to 'This Is It: The Podcast by Thriving Yinzers,' hosts Sherry Ehrin and Jodi Chestnut delve into the inspiration behind their podcast's name and its foundational philosophy. They discuss embracing life's present moments, inspired by Sherry's late father's simple yet powerful words of wisdom. 

The podcast aims to provide listeners with conversations about resilience, finding hope, an...

Life throws challenges at us, but we don’t have to stay stuck. This Is It - The Podcast by Thriving Yinzers is here to help you conquer overwhelm, build resilience, and create the life you want—one small step at a time. Join hosts Sherry and Jodi as they explore growing through all the seasons of life. Whether you're rebuilding after hardship, navigating everyday struggles, or just looking for practical ways to keep going and ...