Kathy Gruver Podcasts and Meditations
196 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★ - 12 ratingsHeal and relax with guided visualizations and meditations led by Dr Kathy Gruver, PhD. Dr Gruver is a health and wellness expert, award-winning author, TV Host and public speaker. She has over 23 years of experience in the health fields and these guided sessions will help you to improve your health and your life. Reduce stress, improve healing and boost your immune system using these easy to follow visualizations.
(Please note: these do not intend to prescribe or diagnose any medical condition. Please do not start or stop any medical program without first consulting your physician. We are not held responsible for any damage that arises from listening to or following along with these meditations.)
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E241 When Do You Get Good Ideas?
September 07, 2023 01:55 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBHave you ever received great inspiration in odd places: the shower, the toilet, the beach? In this episode we discuss where we have received some of our best ideas and why allowing, surrendering and asking the right questions and then letting the universe work its magic is usually the way to receive your greatest downloads.
E240 What Literary Character Would You Be?
September 07, 2023 01:53 - 17 minutes - 16.8 MBDo you have a favorite literary character? Someone you respect and admire whether fictional or factional? In this episode we talk about two of ours and transport you to Arthurian England and a dirty old man, to see what we can learn about embracing and embodying these sometimes alter-egos to help us be more authentic and powerful to create the like we want and unlock your true potential.
E234 Find the Moments of Beauty with Valerie Anne Burns
September 07, 2023 01:52 - 30 minutes - 29.8 MBWe are joined by two-time cancer surviver Valerie Anne Burns, who is not only a survivor but a woman who have reinvented herself over and over again. Do you want a change in your life, or need a little courage to get through? Then listen to this episode where she shares about finding a purpose, appreciating beauty, hummingbirds, the gift of autopilot, the healing power of color... and so much more. Reach out to Valerie at: https://www.valerieanneburns.com/ Valerie Anne Burns has always b...
E233 It's Really That Simple
September 07, 2023 01:50 - 18 minutes - 18.4 MBComplexity usually comes with the expensive price tag of worry and anxiety. What would happen if you simplified your life? Would you feel more peace, joy, and happiness? In this episode we share some examples of how more, and more complication is usually not your best option. And what can happen when you start making little steps to live simply. Most people want a complex checklist of things to do, when often it is the simple that is most powerful.
E232 Accepting the Is-Ness of the Moment
September 07, 2023 01:49 - 24 minutes - 24.3 MBCan you accept what is, and be present in the moment? Are you judging and calling things good or bad, instead of saying "we'll see?" "When people see things as beautiful, other things become ugly. When people see some things as good, other things become bad." Lao Tzu. Can you withhold judgement and be grateful for the unanswered prayers and choices you've made that have gotten you to where you are today. Maybe that broken leg, bad relationship, person you never got to date, etc... was a ...
E230 Enjoying the Little Things in Life
September 07, 2023 01:48 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBHow often to do you stop to enjoy the little things in life? Watching the squirrels and gnats. Appreciating the small wins and simple things you can be grateful for. Or are you the kind of person that is only looking for the big things and ignoring or under appreciating the beauty that is right in front of you? In this episode we share some simple things we've found joy in and how you can enjoy, feel gratitude and joy in the little things in life.
E229 What's On Your Desk #8
September 07, 2023 01:46 - 22 minutes - 21.7 MBIn this episode we share a few items we keep around our offices and the meaning behind each one. Not only do you learn a little more about each of us, but each item we discuss ultimately leads to some discussing some tips and wisdom on simple things you can do to unlock your potential. Learn why Kathy is so excited about a tissue box, a little book, conference badges, and a Native American flute have to do with unlocking your potential, and learn a little more about each of us too.
E228 What Do You Do?
September 07, 2023 01:45 - 21 minutes - 20 MBIf you are like most people, when you first meet someone new in the first few minutes you hear the question: "So what do you do?" How to you feel and respond when someone asks you that question? In this episode we discuss how putting yourself in a box, identifying with labels, labeling and judging other people, and you are not just one thing, are so critical to making sure you don't have an identity crisis, limit yourself and your potential, and how you can use better words that resonate m...
E226 Is That You Universe or My Expectations and Ego?
September 07, 2023 01:43 - 25 minutes - 24.9 MBHave you ever felt like the universe has given you a sign? Conversely, have you ever felt like the outcome of an event was going to go badly, and then it did? Often times we may just be programming our brain to believe something due to our own confirmation biases. By believing something was going to go poorly, that made it so. So how can you tell the difference when you are receiving a real sign vs. your own confirmation? Well in today's episode we discuss exactly that!
E225 Cycles and Seasons
September 07, 2023 01:41 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBA common saying is "every cloud has a silver lining", and the point of this saying is essentially to try to find the good that comes with the bad. In today's episode we discuss the cyclical nature of life, the world around us and how we can all find the good in hard times.
E223 Cancer Saved My Life with Emilee Garfield
September 07, 2023 01:40 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBIn this week's episode of Fire and Earth we have Emilee Garfield on the show. Emilee is here to share with us her life story from its tragic origins, through to her later tribulations all the way up to the present day where all of that has turned around! Emilee is a wonderful example of how one's attitude and outlook can shape their destiny for the better! Connect with Emilee on Instagram @cancersavedmylife or her website: https://emileegarfield.com/
E222 Overcoming Body Image Issues
September 07, 2023 01:39 - 38 minutes - 35.9 MBIn today's Fire and Earth Podcast we discuss body image issues, the medias influence, as well as our own stories on the matter. Often times it can be hard to look at ourselves in the mirror, but know that things will be okay as we dive into these issues, as well as discuss how to overcome them.
E221 What's On Your Desk #7
September 07, 2023 01:37 - 17 minutes - 17 MBIn this episode we share a few items we keep around our offices and the meaning behind each one. Not only do you learn a little more about each of us, but each item we discuss ultimately leads to some discussing some tips and wisdom on simple things you can do to unlock your potential. Learn what an alabaster cat head, index cards, a mug and Chinese Lions have to do with unlocking your potential, and learn a little more about each of us too
E220 What's On Your Desk #6
September 07, 2023 01:35 - 22 minutes - 22.1 MBIn this episode we share a few items we keep around our offices and the meaning behind each one. Not only do you learn a little more about each of us, but each item we discuss ultimately leads to some discussing some tips and wisdom on simple things you can do to unlock your potential. Learn what a Wooden Mustachioed Nose, Leprechauns, a Gratitude Journal and a collection of pens have to do with unlocking your potential, and learn a little more about each of us too.
E219 Hope and Happiness
September 07, 2023 01:33 - 27 minutes - 26.2 MBHave you ever found yourself thinking "If only I had this" or "Once I make a certain amount of money" or "If I can finally be with ..." "Then I would be happy"? Well in this weeks podcast we're here to discuss happiness and how it doesn't come from external things, but that it comes from within.
E218 Compassion For Your Enemies
September 07, 2023 01:30 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MBWhen asked "What is best in life?" Arnold Schwarzenegger once said, in the film "Conan the Barbarian", "To crush your enemies, see them driven before you, and to hear the lamentation of their women!" How much of a great movie quote that is, sometimes that isn't the best way to handle our "enemies" in life. Often times it isn't great for our own mental health and wellbeing to hold onto grudges, and in today's episode we are going to discuss examples of how to best handle our life's nemeses.
Ep 215: I will get to you when I'm done with me.
September 07, 2023 01:21 - 21 minutes - 20.6 MBIn today's episode we discuss the importance of self care. It's very easy for a lot of us to be living our lives for other people. A common example would be a mother who is constantly doing things to take care of their kids, or the work-a-holic that is constantly working to appease their boss. It's not a bad thing to be doing things for others, however, there is a certain point where we need to take a step back and just spend some time dedicated to ourselves for the sake of our own happi...
E214 Stopping Negative Self Talk
January 20, 2023 17:06 - 28 minutes - 26.7 MBOn average we have 60,000 thoughts per day. Of those 60,000, 50,000 of them are NEGATIVE! It's a surprising metric to hear, I know! But in today's episode we're going to try and help people turn this around and start thinking more positively.
E213 How to Give Bad News
January 20, 2023 17:05 - 13 minutes - 13.6 MBave you ever heard the saying "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade"? Well... Someone had to tell you that you're getting lemons, and from time to time, you may be the person that needs to be giving that information to someone else. So what do you do when you have to dish out some bad news? Whether it's sugar-coating things or just bluntly telling someone the bad news, there are some fine nuances that make such a delivery much easier on both parties, and today we are here to discuss ...
E212 Stop Beating Yourself Up at the End of Relationships
January 20, 2023 17:04 - 25 minutes - 25.2 MBhether we're brothers, mothers, nephews, cousins, boyfriends, wives, employees, roommates, or neighbors, we all have one thing in common. This commonality is the fact that we all go through various forms of relationships in our lives. A lot of our relationships can end and it's quite common for people to blame themselves for the various shortcomings and pitfalls that may have led to that end. "Why did I stay with him for so long", "Why couldn't I have worked harder" or any kind of "should...
E211 Snuggle Down or Go Out and Play?
January 20, 2023 17:03 - 13 minutes - 13.8 MBWhat would you rather do? A lot of people may enjoy doing one thing more often than another, however we all have our reasons for doing what we do. So what conditions lead you to want to get cozy at home to just relax, or to go outside and play?
E210 Are You in a Hypnotic Trance in Your Life?
January 20, 2023 17:02 - 18 minutes - 18.8 MBBelieve it or not, you may actually be in a hypnotic trance right now! Many things that we are exposed to on a daily basis are actually designed to put us in a suggestive hypnotic state. The fact that you're looking at a screen and reading this may indicate that you have been hypnotized by the very device that you're using! Being in such a state certainly doesn't need to be a bad thing, however there are some situations where you may wish to snap yourself out of it and become more lucid!...
E209 There Are No Small Parts in Life, Just Small Actors
January 20, 2023 17:00 - 17 minutes - 18.3 MBIn today's episode the burning question is: Are you a leader or a follower? Kathy and Jason discuss the difference between these two roles, along with what people's tendencies (including their own) are and why.
E208 What is the Difference Between Reactive and Proactive?
January 20, 2023 16:59 - 29 minutes - 28.6 MBReactive vs. Proactive seems like a black and white subject matter, however you may be surprised to hear that the line between the two may be a little more obfuscated than we think. Kathy and Jason discuss some interesting scenarios that actually seem to blur the line between the two. So what do you think? Give this episode a listen and let us know what you think these instances would be classified.
E205 Expanding Your Consciousness with Travel
January 20, 2023 16:57 - 26 minutes - 25.8 MBelieve it or not there is actually an entire world out there! For a lot of people the only world they know is just their neighborhood. Today Kathy and Jason are here to share some stories of their travels around the world, and to share the benefits that travel can have for other people. So where have you gone to? Where do you want to visit next? and if you haven't got the means to travel internationally, stay tuned to hear a little tip for how you can experience various cultures of the wor...
E204 Going with the Flow of Synchronicity
January 20, 2023 16:56 - 20 minutes - 15.7 MBEver hear the saying "things happen for a reason"? Well today we're going to be talking all about that! Sometimes life gives you lemonade, simply because you're supposed to end up with lemonaide! Life can be confusing and tough to navigate at times, and when these moments have you upset, just remember that in the end everything will work out just fine.
E201 Get Your Message Out There with Laurie-Ann Murabito
January 20, 2023 16:53 - 33 minutes - 31.9 MBWe have Laurie-Ann Murabito with us to discuss the world of public speaking! Laurie-Ann shares with us some helpful tips to get started as a speaker, along with some various pitfalls and their solutions when delivering your message. Reach out to Laurie-Ann at https://www.speakandstandout.com/ and listen to her podcast: Speak and Stand Out with Laurie-Ann at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/be-in-demand-with-laurie-ann-murabito/id1524969833
Giving Back from a Place of Potential with Loddie Foose
October 15, 2022 23:03 - 29 minutes - 29.2 MBWe have Loddie Foose join the show with us today, to discuss a cause that not only she is involved in, but also Kathy! "Women in Healthcare Give Back" is a group that's main goal is to help women serve their communities while promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion for women in the workplace. Join the HBA Women in Healthcare Give Back group on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12328367/ and learn more about Healthcare Businesswoman's Association at: https://www.hbanet.org/
Trying New Things Adds Spice to Your Life
October 15, 2022 23:01 - 15 minutes - 15.5 MBSometimes life can get very repetitive. Some people may be fine with the normal everyday routine, but that can lead to one's life feeling stagnant. If you're feeling bored with your day to day life, today's podcast can be a good one to check out!
Psychedelics and Sacred Medicine with Carlos Casados
October 15, 2022 23:00 - 44 minutes - 44.9 MBAre you curious about Psychedelics or Sacred Medicine? There is a lot of recent scientific research and documentaries about the topic and many people are curious and starting to experiment. Perhaps you've been doing your own research or feeling curious. Look no further. We have Carlos Casados on the #fireandearth #podcast who has 32 years of experience working with sacred medicines and guiding others on this path. He has shared his Medicine Work with early psychedelic researchers and pion...
Emotions in the workplace
October 15, 2022 22:59 - 17 minutes - 17.4 MBIs there ever a good time for emotions to be present in the workplace? Most of us would probably say "no" and leave it at that. Well in today's episode Kathy and Jason are going to discuss when... Or IF emotions can be a good thing in a work setting!
Naughty words and being yourself
October 15, 2022 22:58 - 16 minutes - 17 MBAs time has gone on, swear words have become more and more acceptable. Just a few decades ago many of these words were seen as taboo. Shit... George Carlin was thrown in jail because of it! So in today's day and age, what is your stance on swear words?
Emotional Intelligence with Robert Grossman
October 15, 2022 22:55 - 32 minutes - 32.6 MBEmotional intelligence is recognizing that we are emotional beings that initially respond to life events emotionally rather than rationally. Through this recognition of our human tendencies this allows us to instead ignore the emotional reactions to things, and come up with a rational response to any event that may arise. With that being said, we have Robert Grossman with us today to discuss how we can become emotionally intelligent individuals! Learn more about Robert, and register ...
Let's talk about hair
October 15, 2022 22:53 - 12 minutes - 13 MBToday's episode has to do with embracing who you are and being unapologetic about it! Long hair, no hair, red hair, comb over... It's all about being proud of who you are and living your life however you wish!
190 Are you messy or neat
August 05, 2022 16:37 - 19 minutes - 19.6 MBKathy and Jason take on one of their short questioned episodes discussing how they organize their lives and the benefit of piles files and lists.
E187 It's Your Story Not Your Situation
August 05, 2022 16:35 - 14 minutes - 14.4 MBToday Kathy and Jason are discussing rejection and how they both interpret it. Often times the fear of rejection can hold people back in life, and how difficult it may be, we can train ourselves to become okay with hearing "no"! Once that fear is overcome we can open many new doors that may not have otherwise been available to us.
E186 Sustain Your Game with Alan Stein Jr.
August 05, 2022 16:30 - 33 minutes - 32.4 MBOn today's episode of #fireandearth we have Alan Stein Jr. to share with us his brand new book "Sustain Your Game"! For quite a number of years Alan has been a Basketball Performance Coach for a lot of the biggest names in the NBA. Having worked with these amazing athletes over the years Alan has taken a lot of lessons he has learned in that field and has applied it to the world of business and becoming a key note speaker. Kobe Bryant, LeBron James or Steph Curry may be peak performers in...
E185 Mayonnaise and Ant Spray
August 05, 2022 16:28 - 15 minutes - 15.9 MBIn today's episode we discuss the question "Do you think everyone should have a back-up plan?" For a lot of situations back up plans can be good, however life can also bring situations where a back-up plan can be detrimental. Listen in today to hear our opinions on what situations do and don't merit a plan-B.
E184 What's Your Favorite Cartoon Character?
August 05, 2022 16:25 - 15 minutes - 15.3 MBSometimes it's nice to spend some stress free time getting in touch with our younger selves. One great way to do that is to revisit the old cartoons that we used to enjoy watching so much! In today's episode Kathy and Jason discuss their favorite cartoons and what their takeaways were from them.
E183 Are You Wearing Socks?
August 05, 2022 16:23 - 17 minutes - 18 MBWhat kind of socks do you wear... If any at all? For an item that seems so irrelevant, socks are a great way to express yourself! Believe it or not a lot of social constructs revolve around the socks we wear as a part of our entire outfit. Wear a suit... Wear a tie... A lot of these dress codes tend to stifle our own creative expression, and today we discuss how you can show your unique side through SOCKS!
E182 Are You Seeking Contentment or Excitement?
August 05, 2022 16:21 - 13 minutes - 13.7 MBToday we discuss the difference between contentment and excitement. Contentment can be nice because we can enter into a relaxed state, but is there a point where we get TOO content? Conversely excitement can be fun, but at what point can excitement seeking become detrimental? Like many things balance is incredibly important, and in this episode we discuss finding that balance, and what that may look like.
E181 Awakening Your Sense of Awe Through Magic with Mike Pisciotta
August 05, 2022 16:17 - 31 minutes - 31.1 MBIf you haven't noticed yet, we love MAGIC here on the podcast! Today we have Mike Pisciotta on the podcast to share his story of how he became a magician and finding your bliss! Mike Pisciotta is an acclaimed performer based in Los Angeles, CA and serves as the resident magician for the world famous Magic Castle in Hollywood. Mike creates powerful, beautiful moments of mystery, and his performances leave the viewer with a profound sense of wonder. Mike is recognized by his peers as one ...
E180 What Was Your First Childhood Memory?
August 05, 2022 16:15 - 13 minutes - 13.8 MBLike last week's episode we are going to tap into our childhood selves and delve into our first memories! Just like what we wanted to be when we grew up shapes who we become, our first moments do exactly the same. Kathy and Jason share with us all what those moments were for them, and we encourage you to recollect your memories and take the time to introspect on yourselves!
E179 What Did You Want to Be When You Grew Up?
August 05, 2022 16:13 - 13 minutes - 13.6 MBToday we discuss what we were like as children and how those older dreams and ideas helped to shape the people that we became. We all may not have become exactly what we thought we would, but regardless of that outcome, there are probably many ways in which those experiences shaped you just as it had us.
E178 Active Listening and Asking Powerful Questions with Corey Blake
August 05, 2022 16:09 - 28 minutes - 28.1 MBWhen people talk, do you actively listen without judgement? Are you asking questions because you are curious? We are excited to have Corey Blake back with us to discuss how those two things can really make a huge difference in your relationships and your own growth. As with all #fireandearthpodcast episodes we go some places you might not be expecting: pain creates growth, how sometimes the questions we ask are judgmental and how to phrase it differently so others feel psychologically safe...
E177 What Makes a Good Friend?
August 05, 2022 16:06 - 14 minutes - 14.3 MBIn today's episode we discuss the best qualities and traits that make for a good friend. We have a lot of acquaintances in life, but the friends that we have are the people that surpass that level in our social lives. So who are these friends, and what makes them different from the other people in our lives?
E175 Why Are You Sick, Fat and Tired with Dr. Pat Boulogne
August 05, 2022 16:01 - 29 minutes - 29.9 MBToday we have Dr. Pat Boulogne on the show to talk with us about some additions to her book: "Why Are You Sick, Fat and Tired?", and to discuss with us why she came out of retirement to continue helping other people improve their lives. With a background in chiropractic medicine, lifestyle medicine, rehabilitation, nutrition and functional medicine, Dr. Pat can shed quite a lot of light on why you may be feeling less energetic or less happy and help you build toward a much healthier lifes...
E173 The Great Resignation with Dennis Ford
June 02, 2022 20:54 - 34 minutes - 33.7 MBIn 2021 50 MILLION people left their jobs under their own volition. One of the largest movements of employees in the history of the U.S. With 87% of the U.S. workforce claiming that they are unengaged and unhappy with their work situation, it is no surprise that we have seen so many resignations over the course of the last year. In today's episode we meet with Dennis Ford to learn about why these people are leaving, and what may need to change in order to improve our working situations in ...
E168 Interior Design Tips with Megan Warren
June 02, 2022 20:52 - 27 minutes - 27.3 MBA lot of positive energy can come from the layout and details of the home you live in. Interior designers specialize in making a house a home and today we have one of these specialists here to speak with us! In today's episode we meet with Megan Warren, who is here to discuss interior design, why she loves it, as well as the story of how she got to where she is! Learn more and connect with Megan at: https://www.meganwarrendesign.com/ and on Instagram
E167 Be Your Own Hero with Corey Blake
June 02, 2022 20:50 - 33 minutes - 32.9 MBWe all love a good hero's journey story... in fact the movies and books you love are typically based on this story type, and who doesn't love a good hero. You may be afraid to share your authentic story from your heart because you are scared your vulnerability will lead to judgement. But, what if vulnerability is sexy and the only way to connect with others. You are probably afraid they will step back when they see the real you, but what usually happens is people lean in and love you more....