IN-TE-GREATNESS with Jason and Jolene
She’s a professional grief and trauma counsellor, he’s an average joe with a head full of bad wiring. Together they unpack life’s baggage on the journey to unlocking personal greatness while diving into a variety of mental-health topics like vicarious and childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, suicide awareness and more. A new episode every week. CAUTION: listening to this podcast may inadvertently improve your life.
Episodes
Belonging is the human emotional need to be an accepted member of a group. It's something all of us have, whether we like it or not... yes, even Jason. And the whole need to belong is exactly what he and Jolene are talking about on this, your next favorite episode of the It-Te-Greatness podcast!
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
Continuing their conversation with Valerie Pullen, Jason and Jolene take the topic from yoga to reiki, which both Val and Jolene are practitioners of. What is reiki and how does it work? And what's all this talk of spirit and higher vibrations? Sound too woo for you? Fear not! It'll all make sense by the time the episode is done.
You can find Val at https://valkyriespirit.janeapp.com/
Or on Instagram at @valkyriespirit_
Music by Sh...
Hot off the success of their first guest, Jason and Jolene welcome Valerie Pullen to the show. Val is a yoga instructor and reiki and reflexology practitioner. On this, the first of a two-part podcast experience, she talks the many physical and mental-health benefits yoga provides. Ready to get your namaste on? Push play and go with the flow!
You can find Val at https://valkyriespirit.janeapp.com/
Or on Instagram at @valkyriespiri...
There's a lot of ballyhoo being made about identity these days, and it's a topic that can trigger people. But that isn't going to stop Jason and Jolene from trying to get to the crux of what an identity really is, and how it morphs and defines us. Push play and hold on to your collective hats!
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
Character is more than just a person in a novel, play or movie. It's the very essence of who we are as individuals. On this episode, Jason and Jolene take a deep dive into how our character develops, how it can change throughout our lives, and how understanding it can make us the best version of ourselves.
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
A lot of pressure is put on us by society, and ourselves, to be happy. We want to feel all of life's dizzying highs and none of its lows. But is that a realistic expectation? Jason and Jolene propose the key to true life satisfaction is being content with who you are and where you're at. Push play to find out more.
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
In this second part of Jason and Jolene's interview with astrologer Brittaney Katernick; she unravels what makes Jason and Jolene tick and why the two work so darn well together. Brittaney also lays out a blueprint for the year ahead and suggests our species is in for interesting times.
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
In Part 1 of a two-part podcasting experience; Jason and Jolene welcome astrologer Brittaney Katernick of La Michinn Astrology to the show to discuss the often overlooked -- but very important role -- the sun, moon and stars play in our daily lives and mental health. And Brittaney begins a deep dive into what make Jason and Jolene tick.
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
Join hosts Jason and Jolene on the Integrateness Podcast as they tread fearlessly into a subject many find daunting - death. Offering a stirring exploration of life's only certainty, they invite listeners to adopt a brave approach towards mortality, preparing for it, respecting it and finding hope amidst this incontrovertible truth.
With references from world culture, personal experiences and the intriguing philosophy of Arnold Sch...
Life can be a lot! Work. Family. Kids. Hobbies. Unexpected developments and last-minute commitments. It can all get pretty stressful. But can you take steps to minimize those unplanned stressors? Jason and Jolene believe you can, and offer some ways this can be achieved.
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
It's Valentine's Day once again... Or, as Jolene prefers to call it: Love Day! And this year she leads the charge on how love can -- and should -- be expressed on a daily basis. Give it a listen; you're gonna LOVE it!
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
Jason and his family have become hooked on the TV show Limitless with Chris Hemsworth, which sees the action star undergo a series of challenges in a quest to live longer and healthier. In the spirit of that program, he and Jolene discuss a variety of ways you can prevent future health issues from creeping up on you.
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
Time to talk about the "V" word. No, not THAT one! Jason and Jolene bare their collective souls and talk vulnerability on this episode. Is vulnerability a weakness? Or the key to experiencing greater love, understanding and empathy? Push play and find out!
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc
Egocentrism is the inability to differentiate between self and other. More specifically, it is the inability to accurately assume or understand any perspective other than one's own. So how does one interact with an egocentric person? And how do you temper your own egocentric behavior? Jason and Jolene offer a few thoughts on the subject.
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
None of us are self made. We've all had help along the road of life, and much of that help has come in the form of a mentor who has provided guidance, insight or even just a friendly ear. On this episode, Jason and Jolene discuss the many forms a mentor can take, and share some of their own stories as both mentors and mentored.
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
To forgive is to stop feeling angry or resentful toward someone for an offense, flaw or mistake. However, the act of forgiveness can be a tricky one, especially when it comes to forgiving ourselves. Jason and Jolene take a deep dive into the subject and bring up some painful moments from their past where forgiveness came into play.
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
2023 has come and gone and 2024 brings 365 days of fresh opportunities. So how does one make the most of the whole new-year-new-you concept? Jason and Jolene share how they're planning to own 2024, and offer a few suggestions on how you can too.
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc
Last year Jason and Jolene celebrated the Christmas season with a special episode where they consumed more than a few drinks and took questions from the audience. That proved so successful they decided to follow the tradition of the Hollywood blockbuster and do a sequel. So, without further adieu, they proudly present Drunken Christmas Party 2: The Saga of Shinique Igotyourass!
Just roll with it...
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad...
It's Christmas time once again! In order to get into the spirit of the season, Jason and Jolene share a pair of holiday experiences they've had that better armed them -- and might better arm you -- heading into the alleged Most Wonderful Time of the Year. Ho-ho-ho and all that...
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
Cognitive dissonance happens when people hold conflicting beliefs in the mind at the same time. Or something like that. Jolene does a great job describing what cognitive dissonance is and how it works, and she and Jason break down their own experiences with cognitive dissonance in order to help you break your own cycle of stress.
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
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