THE GRIT SHOW Authentic Connections

Curating Your World and unlocking the Joy Equation: Are you aware of the inputs that could be stealing your joy? Join us in this episode as we tackle the often overlooked factors that shape our happiness. From the music we listen to during our daily commute to the articles we read and the social media we scroll through, discover how these seemingly small choices can have a profound impact on our mindset and well-being. Our host shares a personal revelation about the incongruence between her playlist and her desires for a positive relationship, leading to a powerful shift in her life. Tune in to learn how to assess and optimize your own inputs for maximum joy and fulfillment. Get ready to take control of your happiness on The Grit Show!
Other episodes referenced:
Conversation with Justin (61)-
Smash Limiting Belief Systems with These Clear Steps & Conquer Your Fears -61
Conversation with Laurie (54)-
Celebrating Time- The Anniversary of The Grit Show & How to Make/Keep Adult Friendships -54
Conversations with Matt-
Actionable Solutions, Blissful Rest & Modern Stressors- How to Escape Burnout: Part 2 -58
Conquer the Stress Cycle & Focus on Your Well-Being- How to Escape Burnout: Part 1 -57
Shawna Rodrigues left her award-winning career in the public sector in 2019 and after launching The Grit Show, soon learned the abysmal fact that women hosted only 27% of podcasts. This led to the founding of the Authentic Connections Podcast Network intent on raising that number by 10% in five years- 37 by 27. Because really, shouldn’t it be closer to 50%? She is the Director of Impact for the network, which offers full-service support for podcasting from mentoring to production. In September 2023 they are also launching the EPAC (Entrepreneurs and Podcasters Authentically Connected) community for those in early stages and wanting a place for weekly connection. She still finds a little time for her pursuits as a best-selling author and shares the hosting of Author Express, a podcast that features the voice behind the pages of your favorite book. Find her on Instagram- @ShawnaPodcasts and learn more about the network and other happenings at https://linktr.ee/37by27.
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Today’s episode is a meaningful conversation about healing from toxic relationships and reclaiming your sense of self. We delve into the complex layers of toxic relationships and the profound impact they can have on our lives. Our guest is an expert who shares her experience and provides invaluable tools and strategies for how she’s supported others in navigating these relationships. Throughout the episode, we discuss the myths surrounding healing from toxic relationships. Time does not automatically mend the wounds inflicted by toxic relationships. You need active measures to heal and address these injuries.
Shannon highlights the crucial role of boundaries in maintaining healthy relationships. She also emphasizes the need to recognize our worth and cultivate a positive self-perception. We also explore the concept of negative self-talk and its detrimental effects on our self-esteem. The balm to which is challenging these negative beliefs. Today’s ‘Grit Wit’ offers the first steps to move in this direction.
We discuss the signs of toxic relationships. It may surprise you it isn’t just the gaslighting and manipulation you’ve heard about in other places. Shannon even touches on when it may be necessary to end these relationships for our own well-being.
Our episode also references an episode of Author Express, another podcast I host here at the Authentic Connections Network. In this week’s episode, I got to know Dana Diaz, author of a memoir that chronicles her toxic relationship. Author Express is a short format podcast, but this was a longer-than-usual episode for this important topic, I invite you to check it out.
https://bit.ly/AuthorExpressPod
Narcissistic Abuse Memoir from the Victim's Perspective with Author Dana S. Diaz
Shannon Petrovich earned her Bachelor’s degree from Bowdoin College and her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Connecticut. She earned her clinical licenses in Social Work and Substance Abuse Counseling and is a Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work.
Her new book, Out of the FOG, Into the CLEAR: Journaling to Help You Heal from Toxic Relationships has attained Amazon Bestseller status in Self Help for Abuse, Codependency, and Personal Transformation.
On her YouTube channel Therapist Talks, she shares insights, information, perspectives, and strategies on a wide range of relationship and mental health topics.
Additional Links:
Website: https://www.healfromtoxicrelationships.com/
Book info: Out of the FOG Into the CLEAR
Connect with ShannonYouTube: Therapist Talks
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Are you tired of feeling like you're constantly spinning your wheels and not making progress towards your goals?
In this game-changing episode of The Grit Show, we unlock the power of alignment and how it can transform your life. Shawna shares examples from her personal journey and how reflection and assessment have been valuable tools. In this conversation you'll gain insight into how work, family, health, and self are each on separate tracks, but all need to be functioning properly as their individual trajectories can either support or hinder your path to success. We'll help you identify that one thing that's pulling you off track and preventing you from reaching your goals.
This week we are also sharing some news about some shifts in format and some exciting announcements that are part of Shawna getting her business in alignment. We'd love to hear your feedback on the exciting shifts taking place!
Tune in to The Grit Show on Apple podcasts, Spotify, TheGritShow.com, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Embark on a transformative journey towards unlocking your true potential. Don't miss this opportunity to align your goals and create lasting change in your life.
Other episodes referenced:
Coach vs Therapist- Confused? Part 3 - Expert Panel to Examine the Variations- What's Best for You? -56
Also referenced:
Connect on IG with @37by27
Shawna Rodrigues left her award-winning career in the public sector in 2019 and after launching The Grit Show, soon learned the abysmal fact that women hosted only 27% of podcasts. This led to the founding of the Authentic Connections Podcast Network intent on raising that number by 10% in five years- 37 by 27. Because really, shouldn’t it be closer to 50%? She is the Director of Impact for the network, which offers full-service support for podcasting from mentoring to production. In September 2023 they are also launching the EPAC (Entrepreneurs and Podcasters Authentically Connected) community for those in early stages and wanting a place for weekly connection. She still finds a little time for her pursuits as a best-selling author and shares the hosting of Author Express, a podcast that features the voice behind the pages of your favorite book. Find her on Instagram- @ShawnaPodcasts and learn more about the network and other happenings at https://linktr.ee/37by27.
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This week on The Grit Show we dives deep into the origin of our limiting beliefs and how they hold us back from reaching our true potential. Be prepared to challenge your self-criticism and rewrite the negative narratives that have been holding you back. Don't miss out on this powerful conversation that will empower you to peel back the layers to see what is at the root of your fears and let you step into the next phase of growth with confidence and authenticity. As we all check into our mindset and uncover how we are holding ourselves back we'll learn concrete ways to move ourselves forward. As a bonus our guest, Justin Schenck, also dishes out the specifics on the five types of people you need in your life for personal growth and success. We all know who you surround yourself with counts, but this was the first time I had someone outline exactly what type of people you need in your life to truly make an impact. You are going to want to listen to this more than once, so be sure to follow so you can easily find this conversation again.
Justin Schenck is an entrepreneur, speaker, and host of the top-rated podcast the Growth Now Movement. He has been named a Top 8 Podcaster to follow by INC Magazine, featured in Thrive Global, and chosen as an ‘Icon of Influence’ in the new media space.
Justin’s podcast has grown to become a podcast that is currently getting played in over 100 countries every single week and he has gone on to help countless people grow their brands and business through podcasting.
He is also the host and creator of one of the go-to events for entrepreneurs and forward thinkers; Growth Now Summit LIVE!
Things we referenced in this episode:
Book: Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson, M.D.
Podcast episode: Celebrating Time- The Anniversary of The Grit Show & How to Make/Keep Adult Friendships -54
Connect with JustinInstagram: @justintschenck
Facebook: Justin Schenck
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-schenck/
YouTube: Growth Now Movement with Justin Schenck
Website: https://www.growthnowsummit.com/
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Have you made a mistake while trying to help a loved one cope with grief? Have you been the one who has lost someone and the missteps of others caused you twinges of pain. I think we all have. Grief isn't easy and its not something many of us are good at. Today's conversation is a continuation of the conversation we started last week, so if you haven't already heard episode 59- be sure to start there. Today we get deeper into how to support someone who is grieving the loss of an animal, and how when you have an animal who is like family you are grieving family when that loss happens. It's not a loss that can be easily fixed. Sometimes it seems there are more things you can say wrong than you can say right. Authenticity, setting boundaries, and finding the right community and people for support is key. Our guest vulnerably shares what she went through as she sought grace when she lost her soul companion and talks about saying the thing that is most true for you and leaving judgement out of the conversation. Grief isn't about judgement.
I hope this conversation resonates with you and that you feel supported wherever you are in the grieving process and whomever you've lost whether they walk on two legs or four. Take a minute to head on over to Instagram, follow us and share with us about someone dear to you that you've lost.
Rachel Augusta is a celebrity animal medical intuitive who helps pets internationally heal physically and emotionally by performing energetic surgery on injured, diseased, and aging animals. She's been called upon by Hollywood's biggest stars and MMA Fighters for their own health and the wellbeing of their animals, and she's been featured in The New York Times, CNN, BBC and was the subject of a feature cover story for People Magazine.
Rachel has brought pets back to life after being given mere hours to live, and many of them are still thriving today.
In addition to helping animals live their best lives, she helps those in hospice and their families by performing end-of-life ceremonies and officiating memorial services where people can honor their furry best friends in a comforting and sacred way. Grief is one of her favorite topics because so many are forced to isolate and suffer alone.
Rachel is also a sought-after inspirational speaker and has taught classes worldwide supporting animal lovers in their pet's health and wellness so that they move from reactionary health care to preventative. Her motto is to trust the diagnosis, not the prognosis.
Rachel has an app for people who live with or rescue animals called, EmPAWer; the app teaches free classes on everything a vet won't teach you, from separation anxiety, how to use CBD effectively, navigating cancer and what you should be doing at home, how to prep for natural disasters, grief, trauma, and behavioral issues, it also provides medicinal meditations for you to listen to with your animals to bring health and relaxation into the home. It even has free meditations for people navigating grief.
The EmPAWer app is free and available on all platforms.
Best places to connect with Rachel:
www.rachelaugusta.com
Instagram = @rachel.augusta.empawer
TikTok = @empawered
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Would you, or someone you know, say that they like animals more than people? If so, this episode is for you. Get ready to be captivated as we dive into the extraordinary connection many of us share with our pets. Join us as we welcome Rachel Augusta, a world-renowned animal medical intuitive, who has been a healer for both beloved animal companions and their owners. We'll touch on Rachel's awe-inspiring journey, as she shares how she defies the odds and helps even those said to have mere hours to live. But it doesn't stop there. The focus of our episode is exploring the profound emotional impact of losing a pet, as we uncloak the grief that often goes unnoticed and unacknowledged. And the challenges of explaining a relationship that isn't easy to define and devastating to lose. Prepare to be moved, inspired, and educated on the heartfelt connections we form with our animal companions that can rival any human relationship. This is an important conversation about how to deal with the loss, and support those we love as they cope with the loss of a treasured pet who is truly a member of their family.
There was so much to share that this was extended into 2 episodes. Tune in next week as we continue this important conversation.
Rachel Augusta is a celebrity animal medical intuitive who helps pets internationally heal physically and emotionally by performing energetic surgery on injured, diseased, and aging animals. She's been called upon by Hollywood's biggest stars and MMA Fighters for their own health and the wellbeing of their animals, and she's been featured in The New York Times, CNN, BBC and was the subject of a feature cover story for People Magazine.
Rachel has brought pets back to life after being given mere hours to live, and many of them are still thriving today.
In addition to helping animals live their best lives, she helps those in hospice and their families by performing end-of-life ceremonies and officiating memorial services where people can honor their furry best friends in a comforting and sacred way. Grief is one of her favorite topics because so many are forced to isolate and suffer alone.
Rachel is also a sought-after inspirational speaker and has taught classes worldwide supporting animal lovers in their pet's health and wellness so that they move from reactionary health care to preventative. Her motto is to trust the diagnosis, not the prognosis.
Rachel has an app for people who live with or rescue animals called, EmPAWer; the app teaches free classes on everything a vet won't teach you, from separation anxiety, how to use CBD effectively, navigating cancer and what you should be doing at home, how to prep for natural disasters, grief, trauma, and behavioral issues, it also provides medicinal meditations for you to listen to with your animals to bring health and relaxation into the home. It even has free meditations for people navigating grief.
The EmPAWer app is free and available on all platforms.
Best places to connect with Rachel:
www.rachelaugusta.com
Instagram = @rachel.augusta.empawer
TikTok = @empawered
Stay Connected to The Grit Show
Follow us on Instagram: @The.Grit.Show
Our Website: TheGritShow.com 
Grab your copy of our Self-Care Coloring Pages & get added to our mailing list.
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