The downside of personal and business growth and what matters most
This entire podcast is about bringing you resources, tips and conversations that will assist you to uplevel your life and business. And while the goal is to create a better and more fulfilling life and business, we will often get caught up in the work or the hustle and lose sight of what is important and we talk about that!
How to heal yourself with Anna Needham
Anna Needham is a teacher, healer, acupuncturist and co-owner of Tao Natural Foods, a Minneapolis based organic cafe, health store and health services provider.
Uplevel Together Minneapolis Mastermind
Uplevel Together Minneapolis Mastermind is one of the most beautiful embodiments of what female empowerment means, not just…..
Interview with a witch: Portia Richardson
This is one of the most intriguing interviews I have ever done. I am so excited to share with you Portia Richardson, a self proclaimed witch, teacher and a healer.
The danger behind fitting in
Someone recently set me on fire by saying that I should make sure my kids fit into the American society by going out my way to provide cultural experiences because their parents are immigrant and God forbid they stood out. I think this is how we create cages for our kids and ourselves and it’s a danger to society and I explain why.
80/20 formula
As I develop personally and work with others, I am tapping into something rather magical and during a very early morning meditation, it came to me as 80/20 formula and I wanted to share it with you.
This past week, I wanted to throw in the towel
I am the most optimistic, glass half full and “things are going to work out” person in the entire world. I just am, I was born this way. Then, this past week I have experienced some really tough conversations and some really negative people. At some point, I got so discouraged and just wanted to go away.
Halcyon Dreams: pursuing beauty in the everyday (interview)
This is a story about changing everything without changing anything. It’s a reminder to always look for those things that make you feel alive because they are always an indicator of what the purpose is.
Julie Burton Interview: self care, entrepreneurship and ModernWell
I sat down with Julie Burton to talk about ModernWell and how it came to fruition and to talk about self care and fears and entrepreneurship and motherhood and everything in between.
Being thoughtful about our own lives
But I find it interesting that we are often so thoughtful about others and it comes very naturally but when it comes to our own lives it can be much more difficult to be thoughtful.
Dealing with hecklers
The interactions we would share the following days would be one of the most powerful learning moments that could ever come from this experience
Writing things down will ease overwhelm
Learn why research says this is so key to relieving stress. Not only does this help your mental health but also your physical health.
How depriving myself works for me
How depriving myself works for me Yes you can, but you have to start by taking small action every day. Hello my beautiful people, When things get hard, we want to indulge, run away from stuff and just make ourselves feel better through food, shopping or House of cards...
Behind the scenes: Chris Freytag and her team
Today I want to share a throwback video from last year with Chris Freytag and her fabulous team!
I know I would be good at it if I only knew what it was… (Video)
I knew I could be so good at something…….but I have no idea what that something is. Have you ever asked wondered the same thing?
Perpetual Contrast
Today’s video is on a piece of research I recently read and what it has to do with your life, purpose, and happiness.
Five minutes is all you need…
I think we all can find five minutes within our day, but why do so many of us not even give ourselves that?
How I created a story about being unlovable
Today I share a story about my childhood in Bosnia and the belief that I created while living in a refugee camp.
You have no idea what others are thinking
Today I talk about a run in at a gym where my mind jumped to wrong conclusion and why we should never assume we know what others are thinking.
Follow the joy
I am sharing my simple and practical tips to help you find your purpose.
Envious of religious people
I am, often, envious of extremely religious people. There, I said it. And you know why?
The day I wasn’t proud of my actions
I tried to be the best person and the best mother every day, but there are moments where I fall short and today, I want to tell you about one such moment.
Less glamorous side of parenting and living on purpose
Watch to understand the parallels between raising small children and following your purpose.
Beware of fraudulent coaches out there (Video)
Today’s video is something that I have been meaning to discuss for some time now but was recently brought to my attention: Fraudulent coaches.
Chris Freytag: 4 Hacks to Start Your Day Right
Chris Freytag is one of my favorite people and you should follow her right now! Today we are talking about 4 hacks to start your day right!
Trick about success
Today I want us all to think about how our own personal relationships affect the work we are doing and how having good relationships is the trick to success. This is a story about Alfred Adler and how one part of our life affects all others.
Christina Lazarakis: permission to create again
Christina Lazarakis is an artist, singer and songwriter. That is who she has always been and before self sabotaging voices showed up, she spent her days creating and giving of herself through various art forms: painting, making music, singing in a band, acting in multiple plays and films, singing fabulous songs……and then she stopped ALL of it for 7 years.
The unexamined life is not worth living – Socratic Method discussion
We discuss the Socratic method – aimed to give rise to knowledge through conversation and social interaction. We also learn how philosophy explains why we get irritated when someone questions our beliefs.
What to do when you make a mistake
Everyone makes mistakes every single day, but no matter how big or bad of a mistake we make we always feel bad about ourselves.
Sobriety and the lessons from the dark side
Sobriety and the lessons from the dark side Yes you can, but you have to start by taking small action every day. Hello my beautiful people, I feel so fortunate to be able to work with and spend time with the most amazing souls. People fail to realize how much they...
Chris Freytag Get Healthy U Interview
Chris Freytag Get Healthy U Interview Yes you can, but you have to start by taking small action every day. Hello my beautiful people, Today I have a throwback interview with Chris Freytag, a fitness veteran and serial entrepreneur, who continues to teach me new...
What trucking industry can teach us about a life we live in….
This is a recent Facebook live I did about how trucking industry is changing and how that will affect all of us and what we can do to prepare.
The unexamined life is not worth living and Socratic method with Jason Skirry
Jason Skirry is a philosopher and professor of philosophy at University of St. Thomas. His passion is bringing people to together and using philosophical principles to examine our lives since we all know that unexamined life is not worth living (Socrates).
Creating a life of 7s (and higher)
Yes you can, but you have to start by taking small action every day. I come from very little. I come from a home where choice is not exactly a word we used often. I never had more than one pair of jeans, we reused yogurt containers, I always shared my school books...
The importance of doing what you love (Podcast)
Doing what you love is important in so many ways. I share my story and few tips on finding your "IT". Hi, everyone, this is Jasna from jasnaburza.com. And today, I am just so incredibly excited. And I want to talk to you about the power of having found it. Now, I had...
Rough New Beginnings
Rough New Beginnings Yes you can, but you have to start by taking small action every day. First, when you start something, it’s often confusing and clumsy. It doesn’t feel right because of the voices in your head and because because your insecurity is reflected in...
Three types of friends you may need to break up with
Unfollowing someone on Instagram or defriending a buddy on Facebook happens all the time. But “defriending” someone is not as easy in real life situations. Here are tips on three types of friends you may need to break up with.
Waiting for perfection (Video)
This constant striving and constant “not-enough” mess will be the deadly force for all of us. Some of us will get sick, others will let their lives go by without paying attention to the moments and quality people and some will make it to the very top and revel in their loneliness.
It ain’t slowing down baby so you gotta make it go slow
In case you haven’t noticed, we have the best productivity and time saving tools we have ever had and we have never been this busy, overwhelmed and anxious. What’s the answer? You have to resist the notion that you have to follow the herd
How painful moments can create meaningful change
If you look at how we all make decisions, you will notice that majority of our changes are a result of something uncomfortable or painful. So, painful moments create change but unfortunately, many of us focus on the pain and why it’s there in the first place.
How Mandy Tadych became the executive producer of a very successful lifestyle TV show
How do you become THE executive producer of a very successful lifestyle show? Well, today I have a guest who tells us exactly the path she took to create a job of her dreams. Mandy Tadych is one of the most fascinating women I know and she happens to the Executive producer for Twin Cities Live
Emily Vavra: God, Network Marketing And Personal Development
Emily Vavra: God, Network Marketing And Personal Development Heart to heart interview with one of my dearest friendsYes you can, but you have to start by taking small action every day. I have always been attracted to people who chart their own course. It’s...
How one couple Num Pulo (jumps) from city to city: fairytale + business story (Video)
How one couple jumps from city to city: fairytale + business story Yes you can, but you have to start by taking small action every day. Hello beautiful people, did I recently tell you how much I love you being here? I am so inspired and motivated by your emails and...
What happens when you believe in someone (Video)
What happens when you believe in someone Yes you can, but you have to start by taking small action every day. Hello friends, Believing in someone is the greatest gift you can ever give them. I see this with my clients constantly, because I believe in them more than...
Advice I would give to my 15 year old self (Video)
Advice I would give to my 15 year old self Yes you can, but you have to start by taking small action every day. Hello beautiful people and happy New Year! May this be a year you feel full and at peace - my two favorite things in life. I have been reflecting a ton on...
My Evening Routine (No Make Up And In Comfy Yoga Clothes) (Video)
My evening routine Small daily habits can change your entire life. When I follow my morning and evening routines, life is better. It's as simple as that. Routines are intimate, they are solely yours and they have to work for you. I think they give us structure and...
What do YOU do with an idea? (Video)
What do YOU do with an idea? Yes you can, but you have to start by taking small action every day. What do YOU do with an idea? I mean, really? Well, if you are like most people, you get excited about it and quickly abandon it as something impossible or out of reach...
What If Stress Can Be Our Friend?
What if stress can be our friend? Yes you can, but you have to start by taking small action every day. Hello my friends, Do you ever get upset with yourself about being stressed out? Or worry about it? Talk about adding to your plate. Well, research shows that just...
How To Find Purpose Through Employment (Video)
How to find purpose through employment Yes you can, but you have to start by taking small action every day. Hello my friends, One of the most delightful things in my life is reconnecting with people I used to spend time with and learning about what they are up to. One...
It Took Her 5 Years To Start A Farm But She Did It – Here’s How! (Video)
It Took Her 5 Years To Start A Farm But She Did It Yes you can, but you have to start by taking small action every day. Hello my friends, my beautiful souls, my companions on this journey. I am tearing up writing this because today I share a video interview that means...
Purpose Compass Formula
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Purpose Maven serving others through inspiration, science and real life examples.
…..I have this knack for helping people live THEIR lives. I will listen closely to your stories, find the areas where you are stuck, and come up with a game plan to help you take control of your life……