The 5 Spheres of Fit

To Jessica Mendoza, Director of Development at Susan G Komen, success used to mean food was on the table, the lights were on at home, and her kids were clothed. As a single mom, she never stopped to check-in on herself.  

Today, success means peace, happiness, perspective, and personal balance.  

Jessica hit a low in 2023. Physically, she was in the ER with unknown complications. Mentally, she reached a very dark place.  Socially, people in her inner circle betrayed her.  Financially, she was trying to focus on investing and saving. 

She hit rock bottom and after hearing about the 5 Spheres of Fit for years, she started to implement the strategy into her own life. She was at her wit’s end. 

Today, she lives the 5 Spheres daily and even shares the strategy with her three children.  

Listen to how she has implemented the 5 Spheres into her life and how she has been positively impacted by the interplay between her spheres since.  

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In this last episode of 2023, we review our 5 Spheres - the physical, mental, financial, social, and educational spheres. 
 
 We talk about our strengths through the year and how we tackled the challenges.  We also talk about what we want to continue to work on in 2024.  We provide an analysis on how your 5 Spheres can be looked at and how to focus on them subjectively.  
 
 We hope this episode gives you a foundation on the 5 Spheres lifestyle strategy for 2024.  
 
 Happy New Year, everyone.  
 
 #lifestyle #physicalhealth #socialfitness #mentalhealth #2024 #newyearsresolutions #newyear #therapy #yearinreview

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Sarcasm derives from Greek words meaning “tearing of the flesh.” 

Know your audience. Sarcasm can be funny when joking around amongst friends and family. But sarcasm, and consistent sarcasm at that, can be detrimental to a child’s 5 Spheres.  

In this episode we talk about athletic coaches and teachers who use sarcasm or talk down to children consistently.  

Sarcasm, especially to a child, is not constructive and comes across as belittling and humiliating.  Some children do not understand sarcastic comments and what the goal of the comment is.  

How is your child being impacted by a sarcastic adult in their life?  What is the long term affect of being talked down to? This type of behavior affects each child’s sphere differently.  

Research indicates pros and cons for constant sarcasm in a child’s life. We recommend using The 5 Spheres strategy to determine if this individual has a negative impact on your child. 

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The younger generations, Generations Z and A, have so much more thrown at them than Generation X and Baby Boomers did.  

Maybe it’s because the older generations dealt with challenges differently, by suppressing emotions and problems.  

Between school, extracurricular activities, social circles, social media, jobs, hormones, etc. most kids and teenagers find it hard to find balance in their lives, increasing anxiety and mental challenges. 

The 5 Spheres is a tool providing a roadmap for kids to (1) organize, (2) evaluate, and (3) problem solve? Having a tool or lifestyle strategy can only help kids/teens grow up ready to face challenges and understand the interplay between them in their lives.  

To purchase My 5 Spheres children's wellness book, visit Amazon. 

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* IMPORTANT: If you or someone you know is in crisis or experiencing thoughts of self-harm or suicide, please know that help is available and you are not alone. Below you will find resources for support and guidance. However, these resources are not a substitute for professional help. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger or requires urgent assistance, please call emergency services or go to the nearest emergency room.

In this episode… 

The holidays are supposed to be a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. But for most people, the holiday season is definitely not the jolliest time of the year. 

Young people in particular find the holidays stressful: A Healthline survey found that 65 percent of Generation Z were stressed out by the holiday season, a higher number than Millennials and Baby Boomers.

We discuss holiday challenges and their impact on the 5 Spheres: 

• Loneliness
• Financial stress
• Stress of New Year resolutions
• Family pressures
• Abondoning healthy habits
• Traveling
• Loss of a loved one

We provide positive steps to prevent and/or combat holiday challenges and their impact on the 5 Spheres: 

• Take care of your physical being - good food, exercise and sleep positively impact your mental health
• Don't abandon healthy habits
• Be realistic
• Stick to a budget
• Set aside differences
• Learn to say NO
• It’s ok to take a breather
• Focus on what’s meaningful for you about the holiday season
• Volunteer and/or help others - this allows the brain to produce more feel-good chemicals, like oxytocin and progesterone, creating more benefits for the physical and mental being
• Seek professional help if you need it.

Professional Resources: 

1. Mayo Clinic Hotline

            Mental health and the holidays: (800) 854-7771

     2.  Mental Health America website: https://mhanational.org

• Warmlines: Warmlines are phone numbers people can call when they need someone to talk to or to just be there, whether they are experiencing a crisis or not
• MHA’s Inspire communities provide a place for people with similar interests to support and encourage each other 24/7 online
• Anxiety And Depression Association Of America (ADAA) Online Peer-To-Peer Anxiety And Depression Support Group

     3. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 

     Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org

    4. Crisis Text Line

    Text MHA 741-741

    5. Talk to your primary care physician or mental health professional for information on local support groups

#mentalhealth #physicalhealth #depression #holidayblues #suicide #help #resources #familypressure #5Spheres #5Spheresoffit #holidaypressure #christmasgifts #financialstress #holidaystress

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Meditation… it’s Magic #GoddessGlitter

Pooja Karbanda is the founder of Nadii and www.nadii-wellness.com. Well respected in the spiritual community, Pooja supports mental health through meditation and mindfulness. 

As a young adult, Pooja persevered through multiple traumatic situations. This is when her spiritual side expressed herself and today, with meditation, she is able recognize trauma.  When you are in trauma and you’re on that wave that is about to crash, are you prepared to handle the crash? 

In this episode we discuss the benefits of yoga, astrology, meditation, breathing exercises and other tools to help balance the mental sphere. 

Pooja shares the pyrite stone she is carrying and the benefits of holding crystals.  

How do crystals make you feel? What does “abundance” mean to you? 

Pooja stresses the importance of the evolution of our souls and why “we always want to be evolving”.  We talk about whether we are all spiritual but for many it’s just dormant? 

She learned to meditate and does so daily because it calms her mind. Pooja also practices inner child work - going back to her younger self - did her soul give her a message about a specific past memory that she can learn to reprogram? Reprogramming the feelings and energy about a past memory can positively impact our future and our 5 Spheres. 

We continue to discuss how the planets, Mercury being in retrograde for example, and a full moon, affect our energy, our emotions and behaviors. When Mercury is in retrograde, technology issues, water leakages, ex-lovers may come back in the picture. - this backward movement of energy can also affect each of our Spheres.  So, can meditation help us combat this energy? 

Pooja shares her knowledge and ends with describing the self block we create when focusing on negative thoughts and energy.  

Her goal, which we love, is to continuously spread #goddessglitter - to be open to receiving and to evolving.  

Meditation is subjective to YOU and Pooja explains how that is so.  

Learn more about Pooja and Nadii: 

www.nadii-wellness.com

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Natasha Mahtani, a certified Relationship Coach and accredited Divorce Coach, discusses the importance of engaging with a coach, not only when the relationship hits a dead end, but throughout the relationship.  

Relationship challenges, creating an imbalance in our social sphere, also creates a blocked energy which expresses itself in every sphere.  For example, Natasha shares how the stress in a relationship can strain a women’s uterus, further creating strain on a women’s reproductive system.  

On top of the relationship itself, there are cultural pressures which affect both men and women. How do individuals navigate through their relationships omitting individual guilt and cultural pressures? 

Natasha gives us a perspective we rarely discuss… “comprehension”.  We often focus on the concept of “communication” which is absolutely critical, but she explains why “comprehension” in fact is most essential in not just romantic relationships, but all relationships.  

We discuss the interplay between the financial sphere and the social sphere and why one reason women don’t leave relationships is because “the world is not set up that way (financially) for women”. She stresses the importance of being financial literate. 

Finally, Natasha shares two important practices: (1) practicing GRATITUDE which has a positive neurological response; and (2) JOURNALING which allows someone to subconsciously dig deeper into responses they may not be aware of.  

Links: 

Empower your Relationship (Journal): 12 weeks of Reflection, Connection & Growth by Natasha Mahtani (available on Amazon)

Learn more about Natasha Mahtani (www.natashamahtani.com)

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#marriage #divorce #counseling #5spheres #relationshipcoach #stress #gratitude #journaling #financialstress #socialfitness #culturalpressure #southasian #financialfitness

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Grief is the price we pay for love. 

In this episode we evaluate the 5 Spheres and how the interplay between them is impacted by the passing of a loved one and how you might manage that event.

Not only does the passing of a loved one affect our spheres - the physical, mental, financial, social, and educational - but it’s important to check in with our spheres as often as possible to get back to balance.  

The grieving process, just like our 5 Spheres, is subjective. To get back to balance however it is critical to follow objective solutions.  

It matters that you have a plan to manage life when it comes at you unexpectedly.  

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#grief #love #socialfitness #death #family #loss #5spheres #5spheresoffit #balance #depression #mentalhealth #fitness #physicalhealth 

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The 5 spheres provides a roadmap to organize, evaluate, and problem solve whether a public or private school education is the best decision for you and your child. 

In this episode, we discuss the importance of evaluating the 5 spheres when determining a child's educational path.  The physical, mental, financial, social, and educational spheres. 

The financial sphere seems to be the most critical in this decision for many. Are you in a financial position to invest in a private school education for your child or are you trying to "keep up with Joneses"?  What is the educational return on your investment with regards to your school of choice? 

We discuss the mental pressure and stress on a child from the educational curriculum as well as the want or need of a spiritual and religious component in a school.

For many, considering the physical sphere is a priority as physical fitness and competitive sports may be at the forefront for the child.  

We also discuss the cultural and societal social pressures of choosing between a public or private school education and how succumbing to these pressures can create an imbalance in one or several spheres for you and your child. 

We both grew up with different experiences - one always in the public school system, and the other with a mix of a public and private school education.  We share our opinions regarding our social sphere connections as well as the pressure we put on ourselves to excel.  

The educational sphere is at the center of this discussion as one evaluates their spheres - the return on investment in the educational sphere must be balanced with one's physical, mental, financial, and social spheres. 

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Why are your 5 Spheres so important?  What is the value of The 5 Spheres of Fit? 

In this episode, we discuss the interplay between the 5 Spheres - your physical, mental, financial, social, and educational spheres.  

The 5 Spheres strategy is holistic in nature and constantly evolves with YOU.  

To be the best version of yourself, you need to be holistic, balanced, and resilient.  

If parents don’t have a lifestyle strategy, then how will kids learn to have one? 

Kids are growing up these days very differently than older generations… a pandemic, nationwide gun violence, social media, and so much more. How do they navigate through this all? Do they just “wing it” like most adults do? 

In this episode, we share examples of how children’s spheres affect one another as well as how adults need to navigate between their spheres to get to the root of their challenges.  

If life is a journey, where is the roadmap? We are not telling you what roads you should take. We are telling you that the roads exist.  

Find the right strategy for you. 

#lifestyle #strategy #mentalhealth #socialhealth #fitness #physicalhealth #wellness #journey

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We have a very honest conversation with Lauren Cosio Kotkowski - Lauren is an opera singer, actress, voice and piano teacher, the Founder and Producing Artistic Director of the San Antonio Broadway Theatre, and wife and mom of two little ones.  

How does a new mom of two balance the passion of her family with the passion for the arts as she launches her new venture?

We discuss the safe usage of antidepressants and Lauren shares how she finds time to work on her physical sphere, understanding the interplay between her physical and mental spheres. 

We also discuss social media - the fallacies, the need for a break from it, and why we need to understand that being on social media opens ourselves up to judgement from others. 

Lauren explains how she balances life while making time for her husband. She and her husband focus on their social sphere by scheduling date nights and getting ahead of the dreaded “seven year itch.”

Lauren is living her 5 Spheres life by checking in which each of her spheres regularly and we are thrilled to share her journey with you. 

#5spheres #wellness #mentalhealth #physicalhealth #antidepressants #marriage #socialmedia #broadway #theatre

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We speak with Jordan Phillips, a successful San Antonio Realtor & Broker Associate, regarding the way he navigates through his 5 spheres on a daily basis. 

We discuss how he organizes and evaluates overcoming challenges, one being a down turn in the real estate market this year.  He is also learning how to deal with his "imposter syndrome", the doubts he has about whether he deserves to be ranked and honored as a top 20 African American realtor in Texas this year. 

As a newly wed, Jordan shares with us how he takes time for himself to decompress and to focus on his mental and physical health, whether it be exercising or being lazy.  

In this episode, we also touch on his financial, social, and educational spheres which he says he focuses on to stay balanced overall. 

Meet Jordan: https://jordan.phillipsrealty.co


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When considering your physical sphere and physical fitness, make sure your regimen is (1) sustainable and (2) something you can replicate.  

It's so important that you enjoy the workout of your choice so that it positively affects your mental sphere as well. 

Make sure not to add additional stress to yourself by comparing your workouts to what other people are doing. 

Make this YOUR journey!

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Humility and gratitude. The concepts have a significant impact on our spheres. They impact our relationships daily, our mental well being, our financial growth, and so much more.  But how? 

Having humility is having growth mindset. It’s recognizing that you don’t know everything and you want to know more.  It’s fostering an open mind to new ideas and experiences.

Humility allows us to acknowledge our mistakes and weaknesses, leading to personal growth and improved relationships. It encourages empathy and understanding, as it helps us see the value in others' perspectives and experiences.

Gratitude shifts our focus from what we lack to what we have, cultivating contentment and reducing feelings of entitlement.

Together, humility and gratitude cultivate a balanced and humble attitude toward life, enabling us to navigate challenges with grace and appreciate the beauty in every moment.

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Enriching your informal education in your educational sphere can provide growth in all spheres of your life - the physical, mental, financial and social spheres. Unlock not only your potential but your child's as well.  

Learn to feed your soul for success. 

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We speak with Miranda Segovia, an Arizona based Speech-Language Pathologist, about her "Self Care Summer".  After feeling like she was in a bit of rut mentally, physically and professionally, she chose to make small changes in her life which resulted in a big way.  She set summer goals that were clear and measurable. 

In this episode, we speak about the interplay between Miranda's spheres and how her self care goals in one sphere, positively affected her other spheres.  

Is the Fall Into Feeling Good season next? 
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In this podcast, we discuss your 5 spheres and how they are interconnected. 

What Is The 5 Spheres of Fit? 

The 5 Spheres of Fit provides resources and information for optimal fitness and lifestyle wellness. 

We utilize the most relevant data and research on wellness and fitness to assist users in addressing their lives in all its spheres. 

The 5 spheres in life are the physical, mental, social, financial and educational .

There are countless approaches to managing life, many focusing on a single sphere, some that may address two or three; however, too often, the importance of balance in all five is overlooked. You can likely think of people who are objectively successful in one or two spheres, yet lacking in other spheres. What if we can cure that by providing perspective on the value of all spheres to one’s overall success in life? This paradigm shift provides a more proactive approach to achieving fitness in all spheres of life and is likely to result in a profoundly more successful individual. 

This is the 5 Spheres of Fit!

Now that we have identified the 5 spheres in life, how do we start applying the approach? What action items do we address? How do we measure what is fit? 

We will assist in helping you select what works for you, ask questions, challenge your guideposts and original thinking, and reconfirm what you do know. We ask that you be open-minded and willing to learn. You’ll shape your goals in each sphere and we’ll help with that. 

Let’s go, let’s get Fit! 

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How much emphasis do you place on social media to manage your relationships?  Define the purpose of your social media platforms.  Is it for an exchange of information, exchange of relationships, or something else.  There is an interplay between social media and our mental health so be sure to keep that in mind when scrolling through any of the social media platforms.  

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