Elkevate Your Life

Elke
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Welcome to Elkevate, the podcast where real talk meets heartfelt advice. I'm Elke, often called "Mama Elke" by those around me. With years of experience lending a listening ear to friends, family, and even complete strangers, I’ve created a space where you can find comfort and wisdom. Each week, join me for Mindful Mondays, Or Fun Fact Fridays where I share hot takes on taboo topics and life lessons I've learned the hard way. Plus, I’m excited to offer you a chance to be part of the show! Use our personal link to submit your anonymous stories and get thoughtful advice from yours truly. Whether you need a shoulder to lean on, a friendly ear, or just some solid guidance, I'm here for you. Tune in to Elkevate for honest conversations, practical advice, and a dose of empathy every week. Let’s navigate life together.

  1. JAN 29

    When Life Overloads The Nervous System, Choose Recovery

    Send us a text Some days feel like wading through wet cement. We talk about what it takes to protect your peace when stress stacks up, how to set boundaries that actually hold, and why a simple meditation can crack open real relief. From caregiving realities to late-night restlessness, this conversation stays honest and practical so you can carry these tools into your next hard day. We start with a reset: recommitting to self-care and the quiet power of saying no. Boundaries get real when life gets loud, especially for caregivers and anyone supporting neurodiverse loved ones. I share the small checks that keep me steady—breathwork with longer exhales, grounding in nature, short movement bursts—and the not-so-small truth that tears in meditation can be a sign your nervous system is finally thawing. We also celebrate the co-regulating magic of pets, the science of wind-down rituals for better sleep, and the value of a friend who reminds you to keep promises to yourself. Along the way, we highlight community: listeners navigating health challenges, creators hustling with heart, and local spaces that make calm more accessible. You’ll walk away with a pocket menu of de-stress strategies you can use anywhere—breathing techniques, grounding cues, light workouts, and simple nighttime habits—plus permission to treat recovery like a daily practice. If you’re carrying a lot, this is your invitation to put it down for a minute and rebuild your baseline. If this resonated, tap follow, share with someone who needs a reset, and drop a comment with your go-to way to decompress. Your ideas might be exactly what someone else needs today. Support the show Like 2 Subscribe 2 me? Click on Link below https://buzzsprout.com/2323357/subscribe #ElkevateyourlifeYouTube #Elkevateyourlife Spotify #Elkevateyourlife Apple #Elkevateyourlife Amazon Music #ElkevateyourlifeTiktok #Elkevatepodcast Instagram #Elkevateyourlife Facebook https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2323357.rss https://linktr.ee/elkevateyourlife https://www.pinnaclewellnesscenter.com https://www.persimmondental.care.com https://angiegermer757917.le-vel.com https://Lovemyartist.etsy.com https://linktr.ee/lovemyartist https://linktr.ee/elkevateyourlife

    14 min

  2. JAN 27

    Water, Wellness, And A Winter Chill

    Send us a text We explore how small choices shape health, from clarifying attachment styles to making safer hydration decisions. Community shoutouts and a local business spotlight keep things grounded in joy, gratitude, and practical action. • feedback on attachment styles and quiz clarity • why microplastics matter and how heat worsens leaching • bottled water vs tap vs reverse osmosis trade-offs • budget-friendly steps to improve water safety • fitness after injury and building strength with age • classroom motivation and simple rewards that work • local spotlight on Papo’s Popco kettle corn • gratitude to listeners, creators, and supporters Please remember to like, comment, and feel free to share if it doesn’t strike a chord with you. Maybe you know somebody that could benefit from this helpful information that I talked about today or in one of my other podcasts. If you can remember to like and comment, it helps the algorithm and it helps me. Support the show Like 2 Subscribe 2 me? Click on Link below https://buzzsprout.com/2323357/subscribe #ElkevateyourlifeYouTube #Elkevateyourlife Spotify #Elkevateyourlife Apple #Elkevateyourlife Amazon Music #ElkevateyourlifeTiktok #Elkevatepodcast Instagram #Elkevateyourlife Facebook https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2323357.rss https://linktr.ee/elkevateyourlife https://www.pinnaclewellnesscenter.com https://www.persimmondental.care.com https://angiegermer757917.le-vel.com https://Lovemyartist.etsy.com https://linktr.ee/lovemyartist https://linktr.ee/elkevateyourlife

    28 min

  3. JAN 22

    Understanding Your Attachment Style Can Change Your Relationships

    Send us a text Ever feel like the same fight keeps happening no matter how you try to fix it? We go straight to the source—attachment styles—and unpack how secure, avoidant, anxious, and fearful patterns quietly steer every text, talk, and tough moment. With clear signs, real-world examples, and gentle humor, we map the behaviors that show up under stress and the small shifts that make connection safer and repair faster. We start by grounding in what security looks like: open communication, honest self-reflection, and clean boundaries that protect both people. Then we contrast it with the polished charm of avoidance that turns into distance when emotions rise, and the anxious loop that chases reassurance at the cost of calm. For those who identify as fearful, we offer trauma-aware steps for building trust through micro-commitments, self-compassion, and reliable repair. Throughout, we share practical tools—scripts for hard talks, boundary phrasing that lowers defensiveness, and routines that keep intimacy from becoming an emergency. You’ll also hear why labels are maps, not cages; how your style can shift with practice; and which habits help any couple move from reactivity to response ability. Think of your relationship like a garden: sunlight, water, pruning, and steady care. If you’ve ever wondered why conflict stalls or closeness feels risky, this guide gives you language, structure, and next steps you can use tonight. If this resonates, tap follow, share with a friend who loves growth, and leave a quick review. Your feedback helps more listeners find the show—and helps us keep bringing you practical tools for wiser love. Support the show Like 2 Subscribe 2 me? Click on Link below https://buzzsprout.com/2323357/subscribe #ElkevateyourlifeYouTube #Elkevateyourlife Spotify #Elkevateyourlife Apple #Elkevateyourlife Amazon Music #ElkevateyourlifeTiktok #Elkevatepodcast Instagram #Elkevateyourlife Facebook https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2323357.rss https://linktr.ee/elkevateyourlife https://www.pinnaclewellnesscenter.com https://www.persimmondental.care.com https://angiegermer757917.le-vel.com https://Lovemyartist.etsy.com https://linktr.ee/lovemyartist https://linktr.ee/elkevateyourlife

    22 min

  4. JAN 20

    Healing First, Then Love: How Self-Work Shapes Who We Let In

    Send us a text Your heart deserves more than mixed signals. We dive into the real cost of ignoring “I’m not ready” and unpack how healing, attachment styles, and daily choices determine whether a relationship nourishes you or drains you. With a candid check-in on accountability and those “new leaves” we’re turning, we get practical about spotting avoidant patterns, handling hot-cold loops, and deciding when to stay, when to pause, and when to protect your peace. We break down the avoidant cycle in plain language: closeness triggers alarms, distance restores control, and the pendulum keeps you hooked on hope. Then we zoom in on another trap—the charming, playful dynamic that dodges depth. Compliments feel great, but defensiveness shows up when you ask for substance. Instead of guessing games, we offer clear filters: watch consistency over time, measure effort ratios, and let actions—not apologies—carry the weight. If someone says they’re not ready and you are, that gap is the whole story. Choosing to proceed is a choice with known risks; choosing alignment is a vote for your future self. We also share simple check-ins to ground your decisions: Does this feel good? Is this serving me? Is this how I want to live? Healthy love reduces confusion, makes tough talks possible, and keeps repair on the table. You won’t need to chase clarity or mother someone into maturity. Aim for partners who meet you with reciprocity, emotional presence, and follow-through that lasts longer than a week. And to our loyal community, thank you for the energy, the shoutouts, and the thoughtful feedback that keeps this space honest and brave. If this conversation helps, tap follow, rate the show, and share it with a friend who needs a nudge toward healthier love. What’s one red flag you refuse to ignore now? Support the show Like 2 Subscribe 2 me? Click on Link below https://buzzsprout.com/2323357/subscribe #ElkevateyourlifeYouTube #Elkevateyourlife Spotify #Elkevateyourlife Apple #Elkevateyourlife Amazon Music #ElkevateyourlifeTiktok #Elkevatepodcast Instagram #Elkevateyourlife Facebook https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2323357.rss https://linktr.ee/elkevateyourlife https://www.pinnaclewellnesscenter.com https://www.persimmondental.care.com https://angiegermer757917.le-vel.com https://Lovemyartist.etsy.com https://linktr.ee/lovemyartist https://linktr.ee/elkevateyourlife

    28 min

  5. JAN 8

    Flu Season and homeopathic remedies

    Send us a text The year starts with coughs, headlines about H3N2, and a lot of canceled plans—and we’re not pretending that’s easy. We’re talking honestly about staying well when flu season keeps punching, from simple comfort rituals that actually help to the everyday immune habits that add up over weeks. Think hot showers and broth, honey and lemon, Vicks and thick socks, plus the underrated power duo of sleep and short walks. No magic bullets here—just small, steady moves you can make even on low-energy days. We also tackle the other kind of wellness: the kind that keeps your goals alive when life gets noisy. Resolutions fail when they’re vague, so we turn “be healthier” into “walk 30 minutes after lunch five days a week,” and “grow the podcast” into “publish consistently, upgrade thumbnails, and ask three people to share each episode.” Intentional relationships get calendar time. Travel dreams get dates, a budget, and a starter step like pricing a cruise or checking flights to Europe. A vision board becomes a daily prompt, not a wish. If you work around kids or in busy spaces, you’ll hear how we navigate that gray zone where a sore throat shows up before a fever and everyone is exposed. We share a personal protocol—mask in crowds, handwashing touchpoints, a tiny “wellness kit” in the bag—and why early rest protects long-term productivity. Along the way, we shout out loyal listeners and the creative friends who keep this community vibrant. Add your wisdom. Tell us the home remedy you swear by and one concrete step you’ll take toward a 2026 goal. Then hit follow, share this with a friend who’s under the weather, and leave a quick review so more people can find the show. Your voice keeps this community strong. Support the show Like 2 Subscribe 2 me? Click on Link below https://buzzsprout.com/2323357/subscribe #ElkevateyourlifeYouTube #Elkevateyourlife Spotify #Elkevateyourlife Apple #Elkevateyourlife Amazon Music #ElkevateyourlifeTiktok #Elkevatepodcast Instagram #Elkevateyourlife Facebook https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2323357.rss https://linktr.ee/elkevateyourlife https://www.pinnaclewellnesscenter.com https://www.persimmondental.care.com https://angiegermer757917.le-vel.com https://Lovemyartist.etsy.com https://linktr.ee/lovemyartist https://linktr.ee/elkevateyourlife

    20 min

  6. JAN 6

    From Resolutions To Roadmaps: How To Make Goals That Stick

    Send us a text Ready to make this the year your goals actually happen? We’re kicking off with gratitude for a milestone moment and turning that energy into a practical blueprint you can use right away. No fluff—just the tools that transform vague resolutions into clear, repeatable actions you can measure, track, and celebrate. We start by reframing goal setting as a simple system: write the outcome, map three steps, and schedule them where you’ll see them. From fitness targets to creative projects to financial wins, we break big ambitions into tiny units of progress that fit into real life. Then we put a fresh lens on vision boards. Instead of a pretty collage, we anchor every image to a behavior—automatic transfers for a savings photo, a class enrollment for a career image, or recurring calendar blocks for relationships worth deepening. The board becomes your daily compass, not a wish list. Accountability is the multiplier. We lay out a lightweight routine for check-ins that keeps you honest without the guilt: one goal, one next step, one date. You’ll also hear shoutouts to the community members and creators who make the journey more fun and more sustainable, along with resources—from affordable audiobooks to nutrition support and custom creative services—that remove friction and help you move faster. We close with a clear challenge: send us one goal and the steps you’ll take before midweek so we can read them out and cheer you on. If you’re ready to trade motivation spikes for steady momentum, press play, write your plan, and join the accountability crew. Subscribe, leave a review to help others find the show, and share this episode with a friend who’s serious about turning intention into action. Support the show Like 2 Subscribe 2 me? Click on Link below https://buzzsprout.com/2323357/subscribe #ElkevateyourlifeYouTube #Elkevateyourlife Spotify #Elkevateyourlife Apple #Elkevateyourlife Amazon Music #ElkevateyourlifeTiktok #Elkevatepodcast Instagram #Elkevateyourlife Facebook https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2323357.rss https://linktr.ee/elkevateyourlife https://www.pinnaclewellnesscenter.com https://www.persimmondental.care.com https://angiegermer757917.le-vel.com https://Lovemyartist.etsy.com https://linktr.ee/lovemyartist https://linktr.ee/elkevateyourlife

    13 min

  7. JAN 1

    Gratitude, Goals, And A Sparkling 100th Milestone

    Send us a text A hundred episodes and a New Year’s Eve—perfect timing to celebrate the journey, thank the community that made it possible, and turn big resolutions into small, repeatable steps. We keep the vibe joyful and candid, with a few playful detours, then get practical about how to make goals stick when the confetti settles. We start with gratitude and shout-outs to the listeners, subscribers, and friends who’ve kept the show alive. Then we cut through the noise around resolutions and focus on execution: translating “I want” into “I will,” designing minimum viable actions, and scheduling habits where they actually fit. You’ll hear simple strategies like pairing a vision board for direction with a weekly checklist for motion, building tiny rituals with clear cues and rewards, and tracking behaviors you control—minutes, reps, pages, messages—so progress is visible and motivating. We also talk momentum and mindset: how to lower friction by prepping the night before, how to bounce back when a streak breaks, and how to recruit accountability by sharing specific targets with real people. If your calendar is wild, we show how to shrink steps until they fit your worst day and how to review weekly without guilt. And because goals are seasonal, we encourage quarterly pruning—letting go of what no longer serves and doubling down on what works—so your plan stays aligned with your life. Raise a glass with us to a sparkling milestone and a year of deliberate action. If the episode helps, follow the show, share it with a friend who’s mapping their year, and leave a quick review to help others find these practical tools. What’s the one step you’ll take this week? Share it with us and let’s build the streak together. Support the show Like 2 Subscribe 2 me? Click on Link below https://buzzsprout.com/2323357/subscribe #ElkevateyourlifeYouTube #Elkevateyourlife Spotify #Elkevateyourlife Apple #Elkevateyourlife Amazon Music #ElkevateyourlifeTiktok #Elkevatepodcast Instagram #Elkevateyourlife Facebook https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2323357.rss https://linktr.ee/elkevateyourlife https://www.pinnaclewellnesscenter.com https://www.persimmondental.care.com https://angiegermer757917.le-vel.com https://Lovemyartist.etsy.com https://linktr.ee/lovemyartist https://linktr.ee/elkevateyourlife

    5 min

  8. 12/30/2025

    From Resolutions To Intentions: A Simple Plan To Grow In The New Year

    Send us a text Resolutions fade when they stay vague. We chose a different path: turn intentions into actions you can measure, share, and celebrate. From holiday reflections and family moments that ground our why, to a simple framework for showing up better in every role, this conversation lays out how to move from talk to traction without drowning in complexity. We dig into practical tools that high performers and everyday families both use: writing goals where you’ll see them, setting small recurring commitments, and reviewing progress weekly. Rather than chasing a perfect routine, we focus on behaviors that rebuild trust—validating feedback, naming specific changes, and creating tiny systems like Saturday calls, alternate plans when schedules collide, and phone‑free dinners. You’ll hear how to translate “I’ll be better” into clear steps, and how to invite the people you love into the process so accountability feels supportive, not punitive. This episode also celebrates community with heartfelt shoutouts and real‑world examples of how growth shows up: trying a partner’s hobby, walking together, sharing notes from a book, and marking progress with simple rituals. Along the way we talk vision boards, goal lists, and the power of intentional words that you revisit, not just recite. If you’re ready to be better, not busier, you’ll leave with a plan to set intentions, execute them with kindness, and track the journey together. If this resonated, tap follow, share it with someone you want to grow with, and drop your top intention and execution plan in the comments. Your next step is one small promise you can keep today—what will it be? Support the show Like 2 Subscribe 2 me? Click on Link below https://buzzsprout.com/2323357/subscribe #ElkevateyourlifeYouTube #Elkevateyourlife Spotify #Elkevateyourlife Apple #Elkevateyourlife Amazon Music #ElkevateyourlifeTiktok #Elkevatepodcast Instagram #Elkevateyourlife Facebook https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2323357.rss https://linktr.ee/elkevateyourlife https://www.pinnaclewellnesscenter.com https://www.persimmondental.care.com https://angiegermer757917.le-vel.com https://Lovemyartist.etsy.com https://linktr.ee/lovemyartist https://linktr.ee/elkevateyourlife

    29 min
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Welcome to Elkevate, the podcast where real talk meets heartfelt advice. I'm Elke, often called "Mama Elke" by those around me. With years of experience lending a listening ear to friends, family, and even complete strangers, I’ve created a space where you can find comfort and wisdom. Each week, join me for Mindful Mondays, Or Fun Fact Fridays where I share hot takes on taboo topics and life lessons I've learned the hard way. Plus, I’m excited to offer you a chance to be part of the show! Use our personal link to submit your anonymous stories and get thoughtful advice from yours truly. Whether you need a shoulder to lean on, a friendly ear, or just some solid guidance, I'm here for you. Tune in to Elkevate for honest conversations, practical advice, and a dose of empathy every week. Let’s navigate life together.

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  • Creator
    Elke
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    105
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Elkevate Your Life
  • Show Website
    Elkevate Your Life