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In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Mikki Kristola joins me to talk about easy-to-make craft cocktails with an innovative and modern twist.

 

I think most of us can appreciate the experience of sipping on a delicious cocktail. But making them ourselves... well, that just sounds like a lot of work! From trying to find a great recipe to recreate, to collecting all of the ingredients you need just to make a specific drink, the process can be a bit overwhelming. 

 

The good news is, you don't need to be a mixologist or have access to a loaded bar to make delicious craft cocktails at home! There is no longer a need to purchase pricey bar equipment, run to the store for more drink mixers, or weigh and measure out a list of ingredients. The future of classic cocktails that you can make and take anywhere is here. Dry cocktails, that is!

 

My guest today, Mikki Kristola, is a bar industry veteran with 20+ years of experience under her belt, and the Founder and (human) magic behind New Fashioned. She joins me in this interview to share how New Fashioned Dry Cocktails takes real fruits and spices and transforms them into powdered, portable blends in single-serve packets, inspired by classic cocktail recipes such as the margarita and old-fashioned.

 

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Today, I want to talk a bit about my journey into radio and podcasting, how it all began, and give a fond farewell to the wonderful staff at KCBQ as this is my last show being broadcast on San Diego radio. It is certainly quite difficult for me to say goodbye to all of these wonderful people, and I am forever grateful for all of the guidance and support they’ve given me along the way.

 

But not to worry, because Change It Up Radio isn’t going anywhere! We will still be bringing you new shows each week on every major podcast platform! It truly has been one of the greatest joys of my life to do this show, and I look forward to its continuance and the privilege to keep connecting and having important conversations with all of you!

 

My daughter, Erin Shaw, also joins me today for Rut Busters, a fun and light-hearted segment where she shares new challenges each week that can help us pull ourselves out of a rut and get our creativity and energy flowing. We talk a bit about two of our most recent challenges on the show, and then Erin shares some exciting news about a six-part mini-podcast series that she will be releasing soon that features several different guests having conversations about life, love, heartbreak, travel, self-empowerment, mindfulness, and more!

 

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Valentine’s Day is a day that is charged with potential for romance or disaster. Men mostly hate it because they can never seem to get it right. I know in my own life, the best V-Day I ever had was the one in which I told my husband exactly what I wanted, where I wanted to dine, and what I wanted to feel. The truth is that men usually want to make their Valentines happy, but they are often at a loss as to the magic formula to make that happen.

 

Most of us think of V-Day as a day that celebrates couples in love and if we don’t have a Sweetie, we feel left out and sad about a day that is celebrating something we don’t have. Join Paula and guest Joy White Peacock as they discuss loving one’s self and being your own Valentine.

 

Most people are far better at criticizing themselves than they are at loving themselves. Joy and Paula talk about some mindsets and actions that one can take to become more self-loving. Joy died 6 times and each time came back with physical challenges that she had loved herself enough to overcome. She has gained some very valuable insights and some true wisdom along the way.

 

Don’t miss this show, especially if you are alone this Valentine’s Day. Hear the tips that these ladies give you that will help you not only have a memorable V-Day but that will help you improve every day of the rest of your life!

 

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Today we’re not only talking about change, but we're talking about changing it up around the world! I invite you to ask yourself this question - what is it that you're dying to do? What's that kind of crazy thing that you've always thought about trying, but then decided it would be too irresponsible or maybe even impossible? I have done some things in my life that may have seemed a little "far out there," but I just knew that I didn't want to go to my deathbed without having done them. What is that thing that's pulling you and begging you to just take a chance? Tarek Riman joins me today to talk about his real-life experience of biking the Camino de Santiago, which is a pilgrimage that goes from the South of France to the coast of Spain. He shares his inspiring journey of self-discovery and how it changed his life by helping him to grow exponentially and gain full awareness and appreciation of what's truly possible in life. Executive Director of ConnectMed International, Rita Abbati Albert, also joins me today to discuss this amazing non-profit organization that provides surgical help, healthcare, and resources to people in need all over the world. She shares how ConnectMed empowers healthcare professionals through long-term partnerships, education, and training to leave them better equipped to care for their patients. We Discuss: Stepping outside of our comfort zones to make impactful, positive change in our lives The importance of going after great things in life and investing in our own soul Why some people choose to stop their lives to embark on an almost 800 km pilgrimage What encouraged Tarek Riman to bike the Camino not once but three times Some of the most powerful moments that Tarek had while on the Camino How someone can incorporate the learnings from such an experience in their everyday lives Observing and absorbing in life rather than predicting and expecting what should happen How ConnectMed International got started and what they're doing in the world today Providing healthcare professionals with the necessary resources, supplies, and training

Today we’re talking about a healing treatment that has the potential to cure millions of people all over the world who suffer from a viral disease. There have always been individuals that dare to think outside the box and create something new and different in the world. These changemakers are taking our world to new levels, and one of those people is today’s guest! Tom Paladino is bringing the medicine of the future to us today. He shares the miraculous healing method that he’s created using Scalar Energy, which can transmute pathogens and rid the body of viruses both painlessly and effectively. We Discuss: The progression of Psychology tools, methods, and processes Nikola Tesla, Electromagnetic energy, and Scalar Energy What Scalar Energy Healing is, where it originates from, and how it works How Scalar Energy can cure HIV, Ebola, Herpes, Hepatitis, and more What this treatment process entails and how it can be done remotely The 3 protocols of the standard scalar energy healing session

Today we’re talking about expanding in our later years of life rather than feeling stuck or stagnant by limitations. Not only is Don Meredith the man who gave me my start in radio, he’s also one of the early pioneers of the DST 1031 Exchange Industry. He joins us to discuss a beneficial investment option for property owners looking to transition out of the management and maintenance of a property while receiving a monthly income with no tax obligations. Don also talks about life after 50 and shares how he’s silenced limiting beliefs, revived old dreams, and expanded his life in many ways. We Discuss: Finding meaning and purpose in our lives after retirement The importance of expanding as we grow older and not allowing our life to become stale An overview of using a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) as an exit strategy for property owners Who is and isn’t a good candidate for a Delaware Statutory Trust The sacrifices that we make in life when we are tied down by obligations and doubts Finding the secret sauce to self-discovery and exploring our interests

Today we’re talking about what we can do to start breaking money silence. In our culture, there seems to be a stigma surrounding open conversations about money and financial matters. We all could benefit from adjusting our mindset about money, but first, we have to actually be willing to talk about it. Cheri Blair of Cheri Blair Financial Services joins me today as my co-host to discuss financial literacy and why it’s so important for women to up their game when it comes to knowledge about financial matters. Wealth psychology expert, Kathleen Burns Kingsbury, also joins us to shine a light on money silence and how it impacts individuals, couples, and families. We Discuss: How we can all get wiser about how we deal with and think about money 5 subconscious limiting money blocks we may not even realize are affecting us financially What money silence is and how it impacts individuals, couples, and families Different ways that money silence can hurt us and hold us back The gap that still exists between the compensation of working men and women today Tips and tools for learning how to negotiate salaries and gain “money talk” confidence Women, money, and power – why now is the time to use our voices and push back How women looking to be more actively involved in their financial lives can face conflict Some steps that women can take to start breaking the money silence

Today we’re talking about being both contagious and courageous in life. Recording artist, TV show host, and public speaker, Amy Scruggs, joins us to share helpful insight on dealing with unwelcome change in life. She gives advice for shifting from a disabling mindset to an empowering mindset and thriving from a place of gratitude. Mortgage professional and Regional Manager of One Trust Home Loans, Kelly Kline, has spent almost 19 years as a mortgage professional. He talks about what's happening in real estate today, covering topics of interest rates, first-time homebuyers, and the two key components of buying a house. Marine Veteran and Author, John Nastav, also joins us to recall his personal memories and anguish that continue today after serving three tours in Vietnam. He shares his journey and the story behind his book titled In Thy Mother's Honor. We Discuss: How to deal with unwelcome change in our lives Shifting our mindset by focusing on what empowers us versus what disables us What's happening today in the real estate world What lenders are looking for and what can be done ahead of time to get a loan The 2 key components of lending and buying a house John Nastav's journey as a Vietnam Veteran and the story behind his book In Thy Mother's Honor

Today we’re talking about empowering women that are suffering through pain in their lives. Whether you’re having painful intercourse or a painful discourse with your partner, we have some important things to talk to you about. One thing to keep in mind is that whether pain is felt mentally, physically, spiritually, or so forth, it’s all interconnected. Gynecology and Obstetrics specialist and advocate of women’s health rights, Dr. Neysa Whiteman, works with women to help create happiness through a healthier body and life. She shares valuable information about genetic testing for breast cancer, hormonal changes, and Dyspareunia. Women’s Empowerment Mentor & Transformational Leader, Rosie Aiello, helps to empower women to take themselves and their children out of toxic relationships. After spending nearly 25 years trapped in an emotionally abusive relationship, she now shares how she engineered an international escape to save her and her daughter from domestic abuse. We Discuss: Dealing with different levels and versions of pain in our lives Looking beneath the surface to find underlying reasons for pain Using genetic testing to identify women who have a higher risk of breast cancer Different options available for women to lower their risks of breast cancer Women suffering from Dyspareunia (persistent genital pain/painful intercourse) The importance of being vocal with doctors instead of sitting in silence Why some women suffer silently or unknowingly in toxic relationships for years Some common warning signs of narcissists, sociopaths, and psychopaths The cost of being too nice, playing small, and not setting boundaries Key strategies for reclaiming our voice, confidence, courage, and life

Today we’re talking about saving money, saving energy, and saving lives! CEO of California Healthy Planet Solutions and Business Development for CRI Lighting Sales, Inc., Carrie Woodland, has worked in the renewable energy industry from California to Dubai over the past 21 years. She shares her companies efforts to enhance the environment by lowering power consumption, carbon emissions, and costs for the consumer to create an overall win-win experience. Retirement and Wealth Specialist, Lesa Artzberger, advises clients in San Diego County about the little-known investment options that are highly resistant to market fluctuation. She shares some wise things to do with our money, including some of the smartest and most life-changing investment options available. We Discuss: Helping the state of our planet and acknowledging what is harming the Earth Climate change and how we are actually abusing our energy grids Lowering power consumption, carbon emissions, and costs for the consumer The Global Impact of LED Lighting Renewable Energy – Geothermal, Solar, Wind, Wave, and Hydro The little-known investment options that are highly resistant to market fluctuation Why fixed income accounts are a safe and beneficial way to invest money Indexed Universal Life Insurance (IUL) with Living Benefits

Today we’re talking about the long and short of relationships. We discuss helping children through the effects of a divorce, and the impact that relationships can have on financial literacy. Published international parenting educator and consultant, Dr. Deena Stacer, provides parents with the necessary strategies and support to help their children effectively when going through a divorce. She shares several valuable resources for conflictual co-parents, designed to stop the fighting and create a healthy environment for everyone. My second guest, Cheri Blair, has been serving and empowering women, business owners, and their families with financial services for over 24 years. She talks about how long-term relationships can often harm financial literacy and emphasizes the importance of making financial decisions together in committed relationships. We Discuss: The 3 parts of all loss and how they relate to divorce Divorce through the eyes of children and the impact it has on them Why some parents can co-parent with one another while others cannot Recovering from the guilt that many children feel after a divorce The two major fears that parents have when going through a divorce Strategies for preparing children for a transition into shared custody The impact that long-term relationships can have on financial literacy How you can keep your marriage together and still be financially literate

Today we’re talking about better care for the elderly and tips to help families pre-plan for difficult life transitions. After spending years working in corporate healthcare and witnessing several painful events, my first guest, Jill Schwartz-King, realized that families needed advocates. She made the intentional decision to work directly with families to fill the gap, and refers to herself as a “rent-a-daughter.” Jill shares information about her business, ElderCare Concierge, where she helps bring balance to stressful situations by helping families determine what’s best for their loved ones. My second guest, Jade Craigwell, has been helping others take care of their cemetery and funeral needs ahead of time for over 20 years. She shares how this pre-planning really benefits all parties by taking a great deal of pressure off all those who are in a crisis. Jade uses her experience to ask the right questions, provide the best options, and help individuals make optimum decisions for themselves and their families. Jill and Jade are two professionals that work hard every day to make transitions, changes, and challenges that take place later in life as smooth as possible. These women are a reminder that no one has to go through these tough decisions and situations in life alone. We Discuss: The growing elderly population and increasing demand for elder care The different types of loss that people are suffering with as they grow older Helping elderly people get through difficult life transitions and overwhelm Why pre-need care planning is so beneficial Tips for determining what’s most important for individuals and their families

Today we are talking about using affirmations vs. “afformations,” and how our thoughts and beliefs create the reality we live in. Special guest Noah St. John (who is a true hero of mine!) joins us to share his discovery in finding a way around the subconscious mind to bring forth disempowering thoughts and shift them to our conscious mind where we can actually change them. For millions of people out there, though very positive, affirmations just don’t seem to work. Noah shares the missing piece that can help us all get the results that we desire in life. We Discuss: How the subconscious mind can be our best friend or our worst enemy Using Neuromuscular Feedback to determine what’s going on in the subconscious mind Getting the subconscious mind on board with accomplishing your goals How the idea of “afformations” came to Noah and why this discovery is so huge Affirmations vs. afformations and the missing link in shifting positive thoughts into change Why affirmations don’t end up working at all for so many people Asking empowering questions that lead to phenomenal answers and create a great life How the subconscious mind works against us when it comes to using affirmations Bridging a belief gap by using powerful afformations Shifting disempowering thoughts from our subconscious to conscious mind to change them “Stuckness” – What it is, what causes it, and how we can fix it How much our “head trash” is costing us and how we can kick it to the curb The hidden connection between habits and money and why it’s so important Mastering our inner and out game to great maximum success

Today we are talking about the greatest habits in the world and why developing these habits is absolutely critical to our success and happiness. Special guest Dave Blanchard, CEO of The Og Mandino Leadership Institute, talks about how influential our habits are in what we create and do in our lives. He has created an assessment tool called the Habit Finder that helps us understand our habits and the way we think. We Discuss: How Dave Blanchard became the CEO of the official Og Mandino Company A summary of the 10 scrolls from The Greatest Salesman in the World How the Habit Finder is used to determine if habits are supporting or sabotaging success Why makes habits so powerful in our lives How not knowing how our thoughts and habits affect our personal and business lives One of the most dangerous habits a person can have The #1 cause of self-esteem challenges for entrepreneurs and the secrets for success Managing the gift of visualization to ignite passion and drive action Shutting off the noise around us and embracing our natural genius

Today we’re talking about love. From healing and transformative self-love, to relationships filled with hot and sacred love that lasts – we’ve got you covered! My first guest, Kay White, shares her 30-year long journey with suffering from alcohol, drug, and relationship addiction. She was able to shift herself from being an unhappy woman with a victim mentality, to a grateful and empowered woman who truly loves herself. Through her own recovery, Kay created Villa Kali Ma – A Place for Transformation, for women in recovery, that’s all about love and teaching people who are dealing with addiction to love themselves. My second guest, Emunah Malinovitz, has studied love, sex, and how to have passionate relationships for over 20 years. She’s committed to helping people truly have the relationship of their dreams, and her proven methods have turned marriages around and brought what she calls “wholemates” together. Emunah shares what it takes to attract the right partner, along with secrets for how to have hot love that lasts instead of something that quickly fizzles out. We Discuss: Addictive disorders and the effective tools of energy psychology The unhealed, unreconciled grief that’s usually found behind addictive behavior Kay’s story of healing and recovery after suffering from addiction and chronic pain for 30 years What’s different about the approach Kay uses at Villa Kali Ma (residential treatment center) The medical model that’s being used today and how it focuses on symptoms vs. solutions The importance of support in recovery and the need for a fundamental change Getting into the subconscious and healing through retraining your thought process How often our behaviors and responses are dictated by beliefs in the subconscious mind Making our relationships a priority to create sacred love that lasts Getting whole before trying to attract the right partner in your life Learning to let down our walls and become vulnerable in facing fears of intimacy

Today we’re talking about wealth. Does it come from luck? Are people just born into it? Or, is wealth more about knowledge, planning, and taking the right actions in life? Special guest Cheri Blair shares some real pearls of wisdom about money and the best strategies for you to improve your financial security. Why start tomorrow when you can start today? It’s never too soon to start thinking about your financial future! As Cheri says… “Value your future comfort as much as your value your comfort today.” We Discuss: If wealth is most often based on luck or circumstance versus knowledge or planning Epigenetics and how the genetic signatures and responses to things in life are passed down Why some people can’t seem to get ahead or why it seems so much easier for others Different methods that can be used to shift your mindset and concerns with money Questions from the 2017 Retirement Income Literacy Gender Differences Report (RICP) Understanding more about inflation – what is it exactly and how does it affect us? Strategies for improving your financial security and transitioning smoothly into retirement The importance of having a diversified portfolio and what you should have in it Why women need to have an active role in financial matters versus relying solely on a partner How your long-term relationship could be potentially harming your financial literacy

Today we’re talking about promo bling and plants that sing! My first guest, Teresa Helgeson, also known as the Plant Music Whisperer, shares the impact that plant music therapy has on the body, including strengthening the immune system and reducing physical and emotional stress. My second guest, Sandra Sapol, joins us to share her journey as a hybrid mom running an award-winning franchise called Fully Promoted/EmbroidMe while still managing to stay focused and live a fulfilling life. We Discuss: Trusting intuition and stepping into our lives in a powerful, confident way How Teresa first learned about Plant Music Therapy What is Plant Music Therapy and how does it affect the body, mind, and spirit? The benefits the body experiences after a Plant Music Therapy session How the healing and detoxification in the body are measured What made Sandra decide that she wanted to own her own business Building brand awareness by “putting your name on” Maintaining a healthy balance in life while running a business

Today we discuss how energy is everything… and it really is! Everything in the Universe is made up of particles and waves of energy that are vibrating at different frequencies. Special guest Tom Paladino is bringing the medicine of the future to us today. He shares the miraculous healing method that he’s created using Scalar Energy, which can transmute pathogens and rid the body of viruses both painlessly and effectively. We Discuss: Using the energy system of the body and the mind to create change The tools of Energy Psychology, including Meridian Tapping or EFT My work as a pioneer in the field of Energy Psychology The progression of Psychology tools, methods, and processes Nikola Tesla, Electromagnetic energy, and Scalar Energy Where Scalar Energy originates and what it is in nature How Scalar Energy can be used to break down a virus and rid the body of infection Learn More About Paula Shaw Visit: ChangeItUpRadio.com Thanks For Listening!

Today we discuss following your gut, even when what it tells you doesn’t seem like the most logical course of action. Special guest Mary Goulet joins us today to share how we can stop listening to our egos and our hearts, and instead hear our gut’s knowingness, which she describes as the visceral voice of our soul. We Discuss: How we are conditioned to trust our heads and follow our hearts over listening to our gut Identifying and acknowledging subconscious beliefs to live a happier, more fulfilling life What to do when you feel at a loss or aren’t sure what you’re most passionate about How to hear your “gut knowingness” instead of always listening to your ego Why it’s typically so hard for people to trust their gut What “going with your gut” actually means and how to come from a place of neutrality Examples of what neutral gut statements may sound like for you Gaining wisdom and practicing “Something tells me” and the five words or less statement How to turn your consciousness toward listening to your gut over anything else The importance of self-soothing and soul-soothing Learn More About Paula Shaw Visit: ChangeItUpRadio.com Thanks For Listening!

Today we discuss avoiding desperation and unhappy moments in life and in retirement. We talk about the suicides of famous clothing designer, Kate Spade, and chef and TV personality, Anthony Bourdain. We also address the significant portion of the population that feels desperate about their financial circumstances – especially when it comes to inadequate planning for retirement. Special guest Cheri Blair joins us today to discuss the ever-increasing numbers of Baby Boomers, especially women, who have very little understanding and education about finances after retirement. She shares valuable information to help educate us on what we need to know money in retirement. We Discuss: The huge problem with suicide in America The confusion around suicide and the many factors that can contribute to this tragedy Why more Americans are getting to this level of despair now than in the past How to look for the warning signs of someone that may be contemplating suicide How to get help for yourself or others that are struggling with thoughts of suicide Questions from the 2017 Retirement Income Literacy Gender Differences Report (RICP) What the future of the Social Security system is going to look like – Will it stay or will it go? Ways that we can handle our money wisely in retirement Reasons why it’s believed that we are headed into what could be a potential crisis Why women tend to rely more heavily on social security benefits than men