No Nonsense Nana

Joellyn W Martin

Shared wisdom from a spicy baby boomer’s life experiences and cultural HOT topics with lots of questions! Nana’s favorites including overall wellness as a health advocate, getting older while aging backwards, having an Ageless Attitude and of course being a Nana.  As an author exploring chapters of life and looking forward to what’s next, we've got stuff to do and not done yet!  "Strength in My Spine, Love in My Legacy, Ageless Attitude, No Nonsense" joellynw.martin@gmail.com FB, Insta, LinkedIn@JoellynWMartin https://lifewave.com/joellynmartin https://linktr.ee/Joellyneyefordesign Text the word INFO and your email address to 469-583-1105 to receive your Free PDF on stem cell phototherapy technology, a health benefit tracker and a 30 minute consultation with me to get answers to your questions.  No pitch, No stress

  1. 4d ago

    16|Saying Goodbye to Bandit

    Anyone who has ever had to say goodbye to a beloved pet, knows how difficult it can be. Bandit was a Jack Russell Terrier full of vim and vigor in his younger years. He and I started out with a love/hate relationship and over time became good friends. Letting go was especially hard for my husband because Bandit was his son's dog.  Alex died 14 years ago and Bandit was almost 18.  Holding on to Bandit was also holding onto Alex.  People say that you will know when it is time to say goodbye and I believe that to be true.  Bandit was giving us signs over the last 6 months and we were watching. It was his sight and his hearing that first started to fail him. He no longer jumped on the bed and was afraid to walk on his stairs to get up and down on the couch. In the last several weeks at 7:00 pm like clockwork, he would start to walk in circles by the front door as a form of dementia.  We saw the signs and knew the time was coming but when?  I tell the story of the last few days and how we found comfort in having someone come to our home to say Goodbye.  Maybe this can help you too when the time comes. The one thing to remember is not to feel guilty.  Pets are trying to hang on for us but we cannot be selfish.  Thank You Good and Faithful Beloved Pets for a Job Well Done! xoxo   To find out more about the Lifewave Phototherapy Stem Cell Regeneration Patch for overall wellness, to get your Free PDF Health Tracker and a 30 minute conversation with me, text the word INFO and your email address to 469-583-1105.  No Hype, No Pitch, just a conversation to get some answers to your questions.  "Live Your Life Ambitiously Now and Your Future Self Will Thank You" "Strength in My Spine, Love in My Legacy, Ageless Attitude, No Nonsense"  joellynw.martin@gmail.com FB, Insta, LinkedIn@JoellynWMartin https://lifewave.com/joellynmartin https://linktr.ee/JoellynEyefordesign

    14 min

  2. May 27

    15|The Little Red Hen was No Nonsense

    Let's revisit the lessons of The Little Red Hen from our childhood. The truth is, this story goes back even further to 1874.  The popularity really grew with the baby boomer generation in the Golden Books during the 40's and 50's.  The new book that I read from was published in 2001 and instead of baking bread, it is about cake. Mmmm interesting! Funny though that today we are in the sour dough bread baking era. Nonetheless, it is so much more than about baking, isn't it? What resonated with me the most about this book in today's culture, is the feeling that hard work is not as revered as it once was.  Taking responsibility for one's own needs, having initiative, accepting personal accountability and being helpful to others seems to have less impact.  It used to be that getting something for nothing was an embarrassment.  Today it can seem more like entitlement.  Creating simple ways for children to feel pride and accomplishment can foster a work ethic within themselves but also with helping others to do the same.  The reward comes after the work, especially when doing it with a grandparent.  I think we can all agree on that!   To find out more about the Lifewave Phototherapy Stem Cell Regeneration Patch for overall wellness, to get your Free PDF Health Tracker and a 30 minute conversation with me, text the word INFO and your email address to 469-583-1105.  No Hype, No Pitch, just a conversation to get some answers to your questions.    "Live Your Life Ambitiously Now and Your Future Self Will Thank You" "Strength in My Spine, Love in My Legacy, Ageless Attitude, No Nonsense"  joellynw.martin@gmail.com FB, Insta, LinkedIn@JoellynWMartin https://lifewave.com/joellynmartin https://linktr.ee/JoellynEyefordesign

    8 min

  3. May 20

    14||The Badass Lioness with Ginine Emily Smith

    There are people in our lives who we are destined to meet.  From the introduction by a mutual friend and podcast creator, Laurie Hardee; Ginine and I knew we were soul sisters. If anyone has ever experienced that, you know what I mean. It is much more than liking someone, there is an extra somethin' somethin'.  Lives and interests that intertwine through experiences is both exciting and somewhat eerie too.  You will hear from her own words how she dealt with shyness, trauma and befriended a serial killer.  Ginine wears many hats and her accolades are numerous. Not only is she a recent Best Selling Author, Podcast creator, well known global Speaker, song writer and performer but also through her book is teaching the RISE & ROAR Framework.  Ginine's mission is to help women to tell their own story! Our conversation spans several topics.  On April 21, 2026 when her book was launched, it was the same day she learned that her precious mother had passed.  Ginine also had other commitments coming within days and she showed up and did what she had to do.  That certainly sounds like a Badass to me! Ginine and her husband, Tracy Lee Smith, are founders of Hearts in Sync Productions and co-hosts of the national TV show Rockstar Diaries: Healing Out Loud.  Her #1 podcast, Rise & Roar with the Badass Lioness, has surpassed 100,000 downloads and as of this date is now in the TOP 5% of all podcasts throughout the world! Ginine is a powerhouse, but she did not start out that way. Come and join us on her journey from pain to power today and follow up with her book, Story to Stage!  You won't be sorry!  You will gain wisdom and perhaps answer some of your questions on how you can tell your own story.  It's time!   Ginine's Rise & Roar can be found on all major podcasts and is in the TOP 5% of all podcasts throughout the world! Her TV channel, Rockstar Diaries can be found on YouTube. To get a copy of her book Story to Stage the Badass Guide to Rising from Pain to Power, it is on Amazon's TOP 10 list or to get a signed copy or book a call, go to  www.story-to-stage.com You can also find Ginine on FB, Instagram at Ginine Emily Smith This girl is on FIRE and shines her light everywhere she goes!   To find out more about the Lifewave Phototherapy Stem Cell Regeneration Patch for overall wellness, to get your Free PDF Health Tracker and a 30 minute conversation with me, text the word INFO and your email address to 469-583-1105 or to book a call https://calendly.com/JoellynW-Martin  No Hype, No Pitch, just a conversation to get some answers to your questions.  "Live Your Life Ambitiously Now and Your Future Self Will Thank You" "Strength in My Spine, Love in My Legacy, Ageless Attitude, No Nonsense" joellynw.martin@gmail.com FB, Insta, LinkedIn@JoellynWMartin https://lifewave.com/joellynmartin https://linktr.ee/JoellynEyefordesign

    1h 1m

  4. May 13

    13|The Importance of My Mother and Mother in Law

    It has been several years since I was able to have a conversation with my mother and mother in law but their faces and voices are engrained in my memory.  My mother passed away in 2012 the same year that my stepson did, a few months later.  My mother in law passed away in 2016 a few months before my youngest grandchild was born in that same year.  My mother, Marie and mother in law Jean experienced life very differently.  Each was strong in their own ways and I took away lessons from both of them. They met in the early 70's when my mom worked as a waitress in the restaurant my future mother in law and her husband owned.  I learned resilience and strength that I needed along the way.  What lessons and memories do you remember of the mothers in your life?   To find out more about the Lifewave Phototherapy Stem Cell Regeneration Patch for overall wellness, to get your Free PDF Health Tracker and a 30 minute conversation with me, text the word INFO and your email address to 469-583-1105.  No Hype, No Pitch, just a conversation to get some answers to your questions.    "Live Your Life Ambitiously Now and Your Future Self Will Thank You" "Strength in My Spine, Love in My Legacy, Ageless Attitude, No Nonsense" joellynw.martin@gmail.com FB, Insta, LinkedIn@JoellynWMartin https://lifewave.com/joellynmartin

    21 min

  5. May 6

    12|Lessons from My Nana

    To kick off this 4 week series honoring Mother's Day, this one starts us off with my grandmother. I have several vivid memories of my Nana.  Anna Reyda was born in Montana in 1910 on her family's farm.  Her dad had wanted a son and he was tough on her. She was the original No Nonsense Nana. Many years later she moved to New Jersey and met her husband and married in 1931. They had 5 children, 2 sons and 3 daughters with my mother being the oldest. When I was little, I remember a few times going to see her where she worked at a local cleaners and she taught me how to make change. When she took me to church, we would stop at the corner bakery around the street from where she lived and I would always get the crumb cake. My Nana loved to sew, crochet, and put more than a couple of sugar cubes in her coffee.  She was tough when she needed to be and helped her family when she could. What do You remember of your grandmother?  If she is still living, take the time to ask her LOTS of questions about her.  She did have a life before you!  In addition to taking notes and pictures, don't forget videos to capture her voice and personality.  I use the Apple phone app, Voice Record.  If she doesn't live local, do a recorded zoom.  If she doesn't know how, get somehow to help her.  You will be so happy that you did!!   To find out more about the Lifewave Phototherapy Stem Cell Regeneration Patch for overall wellness, to get your Free PDF Health Tracker and a 30 minute conversation with me, text the word INFO and your email address to 469-583-1105.  No Hype, No Pitch, just a conversation to get some answers to your questions.    "Live Your Life Ambitiously Now and Your Future Self Will Thank You" "Strength in My Spine, Love in My Legacy, Ageless Attitude, No Nonsense" joellynw.martin@gmail.com FB, Insta, LinkedIn@JoellynWMartin https://lifewave.com/joellynmartin

    11 min

  6. Apr 29

    11|The Disenfranchised Family is a Growing Epidemic with Susan Metzger

    This week's segment was a shocker to me!  There are many reasons as to why family members no longer speak to each other.  In today's climate it is sadly mostly about politics which is another topic all together. What I did not know was the extent of this very concerning, societal issue of parents and children being totally disconnected in the particular way that is shared today, through total disconnection for reasons claimed to be not known.  It is absolutely heartbreaking!  My guest, Susan Metzger tells her story of her son leaving the family 23 years ago and she still does not understand why.  She recently started to talk about it and was astonished at the number of families who have told her similar stories.  My question is:  "What and Why is causing this breakdown of the American family?" Susan planned an in home get together, for what she thought would be a handful of people.  She received so much interest that she had to rent a room.  With even more interest from many who did not live in her town, Susan will soon be hosting a virtual event. Has this affected you or someone you know?  Susan has a private FB group that you are welcome to join:  Living Unbroken, Finding Hope, Healing and Light.  Let her know that you found out about it from this podcast. You will find all updates as to what Susan has planned for this group. Let's work together to spread the word that these families are not alone, offer support/understanding and Stop the Madness! How to reach Susan: https://www.facebook.com/susan.metzger https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingunbrokensm   To find out more about the Lifewave Phototherapy Stem Cell Regeneration Patch for overall wellness, to get your Free PDF Health Tracker and a 30 minute conversation with me, text the word INFO and your email address to 469-583-1105.  No Hype, No Pitch, just a conversation to get some answers to your questions.    "Live Your Life Ambitiously Now and Your Future Self Will Thank You" "Strength in My Spine, Love in My Legacy, Ageless Attitude, No Nonsense"  joellynw.martin@gmail.com FB, Insta, LinkedIn@JoellynWMartin https://lifewave.com/joellynmartin

    42 min

  7. Apr 22

    10|Appreciation - The Greatest Gift

    This week covers how to show appreciation and why.  Thank You cards, thoughtful gifts, respectful hearts in text messages, voice clips and giving your time like it matters... because it does. It is respectful and good etiquette. In exploring this topic, I know I am not perfect. I need to work on following up better too!  Who does not like getting a card in the mail?   To find out more about the Lifewave Phototherapy Stem Cell Regeneration Patch for overall wellness, to get your Free PDF Health Tracker and a 30 minute conversation with me, text the word INFO and your email address to 469-583-1105.  No Hype, No Pitch, just a conversation to get some answers to your questions.    "Live Your Life Ambitiously Now and Your Future Self Will Thank You" "Strength in My Spine, Love in My Legacy, Ageless Attitude, No Nonsense" joellynw.martin@gmail.com FB, Insta, LinkedIn@JoellynWMartin https://lifewave.com/joellynmartin

    6 min

  8. Apr 15

    9|A Baby Boomer Remarriage at Age 61 and the Role of a Care Giver with Carol Koppelman

    My guest Carol Koppelman prides herself in staying busy as a creative writer and editor. Carol navigates her life through Fear, Faith, Focus and Going Forward in her Golden Years.  As a caregiver for her mom, Carol had to learn along the way to do something that she had never done before. Carol had to learn also how to take care of her own mental health by distancing herself both objectively and lovingly.  Reach out to Carol https://facebook.com/carol.fuccillo   To find out more about the Lifewave Phototherapy Stem Cell Regeneration Patch for overall wellness, to get your Free PDF Health Tracker and a 30 minute conversation with me, text the word INFO and your email address to 469-583-1105.  No Hype, No Pitch, just a conversation to get some answers to your questions.    "Live Your Life Ambitiously Now and Your Future Self Will Thank You" "Strength in My Spine, Love in My Legacy, Ageless Attitude, No Nonsense"  joellynw.martin@gmail.com FB, Insta, LinkedIn@JoellynWMartin https://lifewave.com/joellynmartin

    25 min
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Shared wisdom from a spicy baby boomer’s life experiences and cultural HOT topics with lots of questions! Nana’s favorites including overall wellness as a health advocate, getting older while aging backwards, having an Ageless Attitude and of course being a Nana.  As an author exploring chapters of life and looking forward to what’s next, we've got stuff to do and not done yet!  "Strength in My Spine, Love in My Legacy, Ageless Attitude, No Nonsense" joellynw.martin@gmail.com FB, Insta, LinkedIn@JoellynWMartin https://lifewave.com/joellynmartin https://linktr.ee/Joellyneyefordesign Text the word INFO and your email address to 469-583-1105 to receive your Free PDF on stem cell phototherapy technology, a health benefit tracker and a 30 minute consultation with me to get answers to your questions.  No pitch, No stress

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    Joellyn W Martin
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