Saddle Up Live Podcast

Lesa Koski
Saddle Up Live Podcast

Welcome to Saddle Up Live, a transformative podcast tailored for women aged 40 and beyond, where courage, God’ s grace, and a touch of sass are the driving forces behind conquering life's challenges. Join me, Lesa Koski, as I take you on a captivating ride through the multifaceted aspects of womanhood in this vibrant stage of life, covering everything from my journey through breast cancer, the intricacies of marriage and the joys of motherhood to the exciting adventures of grandparenting. In each episode, we saddle up for candid conversations about God, health, relationships, family dynamics, and the beautiful chaos that comes along the way. But here's the twist: Saddle Up Live goes beyond navigating the highs and lows of life; it's a platform dedicated to sharing what we have learned along the way. I want to help women thrive through it all. Together, we'll uncover actionable strategies for personal and professional development, providing you with the tools and inspiration needed to blaze new trails and seize every opportunity that comes your way. Moreover, we're committed to helping you suffer less and live more fully. Through our discussions on God, health, wellness, and mindfulness, we'll explore practical techniques for managing stress, cultivating resilience, and embracing a holistic approach to self-care. So, whether you're looking for practical advice, heartfelt stories, or simply a supportive community of like-minded women, saddle up and join us on this exhilarating ride. Because at Saddle Up Live, we believe that every woman deserves to thrive, flourish, and live her best life - no matter her age or stage. Bio: I am a wife, a mama, a grandma and an animal lover. I am blessed to be serving people from my barn office. I am obsessed with learning and communication. I love sharing what I learn with all of you! There is nothing more gratifying than holding people's hands through difficulties and sharing all the joy around us! I am a recovering attorney who was mostly a stay at home mom; who adopted one and birthed two, ridden the bumpy marriage ride for 32 years. Found my passion at 50, learned how to control my mindset and anxiety and have built an amazing business in the last 6 years. I have journeyed through motherhood, weddings, grandbabies, entrepreneurship and menopause with grace, tears and laughter. I now I will share my story through breast cancer with you. I want to help women suffer less, know God loves them and they are worthy!! I am here to help you and I know all about what you’re going through. saddleuplive.com saddleuppod.com @saddleuplive

  1. Giddy Up with EFT: Tapping into Peace and Emotional Resilience

    JAN 23

    Giddy Up with EFT: Tapping into Peace and Emotional Resilience

    In this episode of Saddle Up Live's Giddy Up segment, the host reflects on a recent episode featuring Sonia Pietruszka, an Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) professional and coach. Sonia shared how EFT helped her during challenging times, including a divorce, the COVID pandemic, and job stress. The host discusses their newfound appreciation for EFT and its potential benefits, such as reducing anxiety and promoting peace, through a personal experience with tapping techniques. Listeners are encouraged to listen to the episode for a deeper understanding of EFT and how it can be a self-coaching tool to manage anxiety and trauma. Sonia’s contact information will be available in the show notes for those interested in reaching out. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:08 Recap of Last Episode with Sonia Pietruszka 01:40 Personal Experience with EFT 02:40 Benefits and Future Plans with EFT 04:26 Conclusion and Call to Action Sonia Pietruszka is an accredited, certified EFT Tapping & Energy Makeover Coach and the owner of Tap to Shine Wellness. Working primarily with women, she helps clients navigating the emotional landscape of divorce go from lost and stuck in survival mode to confident, hopeful, and excited about their future. Sonia believes that every person brings something special to the world. That’s why she strives to provide clients with the tools, support, and guidance to shine bright no matter what life brings them. In her down time, Sonia enjoys reading, bike rides along the Chicago lakefront, spending time in nature, and experimenting in the kitchen.  DIY Parenting Plan Course Find More From Lesa Here! Marrie Simpson’s Metabolic Reset jjflizanes.com/lesa

    6 min
  2. Tapping Into Freedom: Overcoming Stress and Trauma with EFT

    JAN 21

    Tapping Into Freedom: Overcoming Stress and Trauma with EFT

    In this episode, Lisa welcomes Sonia Pietruszka, a certified Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) coach. Sonia shares her journey of discovering EFT during a tumultuous period in her life, marked by the COVID-19 pandemic and a failing marriage. She explains how EFT helped her manage overwhelming emotions and eventually led to significant personal transformation. Sonia outlines the basics of EFT, a blend of Eastern energy medicine and Western therapy techniques, and guides Lisa through a hands-on demonstration to address her fear of having her blood pressure taken. They discuss the practical applications of EFT for everyday stress as well as its potential for addressing deeper traumas. Sonia and Lisa conclude by acknowledging the power of such tools in improving emotional well-being and agree to follow up on Lisa's progress in a future episode. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:34 Meet Sonia Pietruszka: Journey to EFT 04:38 Understanding EFT: Emotional Freedom Techniques 09:54 Live Demonstration: Tapping for Anxiety 22:43 Practical Applications and Further Insights 27:20 Conclusion and Future Plans Sonia Pietruszka is an accredited, certified EFT Tapping & Energy Makeover Coach and the owner of Tap to Shine Wellness. Working primarily with women, she helps clients navigating the emotional landscape of divorce go from lost and stuck in survival mode to confident, hopeful, and excited about their future. Sonia believes that every person brings something special to the world. That’s why she strives to provide clients with the tools, support, and guidance to shine bright no matter what life brings them. In her down time, Sonia enjoys reading, bike rides along the Chicago lakefront, spending time in nature, and experimenting in the kitchen.  DIY Parenting Plan Course Find More From Lesa Here! Marrie Simpson’s Metabolic Reset jjflizanes.com/lesa

    31 min
  3. Financial Freedom: Navigating Life's Transitions with Victoria Kirilloff

    JAN 14

    Financial Freedom: Navigating Life's Transitions with Victoria Kirilloff

    Financial Empowerment Through Life's Transitions with Victoria Kirilloff In this episode of Saddle Up Live, host Lesa welcomes financial expert Victoria to discuss her inspiring journey and practical financial advice, especially for women. Victoria shares personal stories from her upbringing with a financially astute father who taught her the importance of understanding and communicating financial facts. The discussion covers the importance of women getting involved in financial matters, budgeting, and dealing with financial transitions such as divorce or the death of a spouse. Victoria offers insights into mindful spending and the impact of childhood trauma on financial behaviors, concluding with actionable advice on financial planning and the importance of having the right financial advisor. 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:43 Victoria's Financial Expertise and Background 01:53 Victoria's Childhood and Financial Lessons 06:19 The Importance of Financial Preparedness 11:21 Finding the Right Financial Advisor 16:04 Empowering Women in Financial Matters 22:33 Addressing Childhood Trauma and Financial Habits 26:02 Conclusion and Future Topics Victoria Kirilloff, CDFA®, NCPM®, CDS®, was at a crossroads in a decade-long, financially entangled relationship that had turned toxic. To find her way out, she leveraged her background in financial analysis, creating the first Global Settlement Proposal and divorce report. This helped her and her partner reach a peaceful separation, sparking an idea: she could help others navigate divorce with financial clarity and empowerment. Victoria went on to found Divorce Analytics, a firm dedicated to making the financial side of divorce transparent and productive. By focusing on financial facts, she transforms divorce from a destructive process into one of empowerment. Victoria has also released a 9-part Divorce Planning Kit, available at DivorceAnalytics.com/shop. Along with her many financial licenses, she’s a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®, Certified Divorce Specialist®, and Nationally Certified Professional Mediator®. DIY Parenting Plan Course https://linktr.ee/LesaKoski jjflizanes.com/lesa Shark HP302 NeverChange Air Purifier Shark Air Purifier Frownies Biology of Belief by Bruce Lipton

    29 min

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Welcome to Saddle Up Live, a transformative podcast tailored for women aged 40 and beyond, where courage, God’ s grace, and a touch of sass are the driving forces behind conquering life's challenges. Join me, Lesa Koski, as I take you on a captivating ride through the multifaceted aspects of womanhood in this vibrant stage of life, covering everything from my journey through breast cancer, the intricacies of marriage and the joys of motherhood to the exciting adventures of grandparenting. In each episode, we saddle up for candid conversations about God, health, relationships, family dynamics, and the beautiful chaos that comes along the way. But here's the twist: Saddle Up Live goes beyond navigating the highs and lows of life; it's a platform dedicated to sharing what we have learned along the way. I want to help women thrive through it all. Together, we'll uncover actionable strategies for personal and professional development, providing you with the tools and inspiration needed to blaze new trails and seize every opportunity that comes your way. Moreover, we're committed to helping you suffer less and live more fully. Through our discussions on God, health, wellness, and mindfulness, we'll explore practical techniques for managing stress, cultivating resilience, and embracing a holistic approach to self-care. So, whether you're looking for practical advice, heartfelt stories, or simply a supportive community of like-minded women, saddle up and join us on this exhilarating ride. Because at Saddle Up Live, we believe that every woman deserves to thrive, flourish, and live her best life - no matter her age or stage. Bio: I am a wife, a mama, a grandma and an animal lover. I am blessed to be serving people from my barn office. I am obsessed with learning and communication. I love sharing what I learn with all of you! There is nothing more gratifying than holding people's hands through difficulties and sharing all the joy around us! I am a recovering attorney who was mostly a stay at home mom; who adopted one and birthed two, ridden the bumpy marriage ride for 32 years. Found my passion at 50, learned how to control my mindset and anxiety and have built an amazing business in the last 6 years. I have journeyed through motherhood, weddings, grandbabies, entrepreneurship and menopause with grace, tears and laughter. I now I will share my story through breast cancer with you. I want to help women suffer less, know God loves them and they are worthy!! I am here to help you and I know all about what you’re going through. saddleuplive.com saddleuppod.com @saddleuplive

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