Spark Inspire Your Life
76 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 36 ratingsSpark - Inspire Your Life Podcast is a mix of happy hour-style venting and results-based coaching. Spark is a judgment-free space where we’ll chat about both the brilliant bits of life as well the bits that are little more sucky. With lightness, laughter, and the belief that there’s no such thing as over-sharing, we’ll guide you in finding clear paths out of murky messes and toward discovering inspiration in everyday moments.
We will delve into all kinds of subjects including fitness, nutrition, life coaching, yoga, health, happiness, and habits.
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26: The Languages of Love
June 21, 2017 11:00 - 41 minutes - 72.6 MBDo you know how you give and receive love? Today we dive into the topic of the Five Love Languages, exploring how they can inform your relationships with not just your spouse or significant other, but with everyone. Also, Nicole is back! We discuss the news from babytown, a stinky surprise from baby Zoe, and a refreshing #treatyoself Try This. Visit the Show Notes related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch ...
25: Allison Foley; Kindness & Friendship
June 14, 2017 11:00 - 39 minutes - 89.7 MBAngela's long-time best friend, Allison Foley, is our special guest co-host this week as we discuss friendship and kindness. Allison tells us all about her mission to complete 40 acts of kindness before her 40th birthday, and gives us some tips on how to work more intentional acts of kindness into your daily routine. And, a "Try This" to get us all reconnected to old friends. Visit the Show Notes related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWa...
24: Simple Stress Solvers; Meditation and Lavie Love
May 31, 2017 11:00 - 37 minutes - 20.5 MBMeditation: It's a simple, free practice that can bring dozens of benefits to our lives, from better sleep and focus to increased brain volume and lower stress levels. So why does it tend to be such a daunting idea? We shine some light on the practice of meditation and discuss how to do it, why to do it, and what you might get out of it. Plus, an essential, aromatic trick to bring a sense of ease to your space. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fu...
23: Listen to Your Body + The Deal With Gluten
May 24, 2017 11:00 - 39 minutes - 21.7 MBAngela shares her personal journey into becoming gluten free. Learn to listen to your gut (literally and figuratively) and take charge of your health. We get into the nitty gritty (but not grain-y) details of gluten. From Angela's gluten intolerance to tips on how to maintain a gluten-free diet, we will give you the down low on this heavily discussed yet little understood topic. Also, a neighborly shout out from Nicole. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have...
22: Baby Talk, Cat Naps, and Trying the Silly Thing
May 17, 2017 11:00 - 32 minutes - 17.9 MBNicole gets real with her baby news and breaks the news on whether her little gummy bear is a boy or girl. We talk about sage ceremonies and reiki, and propose why you should try something that sounds a little silly to you. And it's time to celebrate 22 because Spark has triumphed over the podcast curse! Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at...
21: Marie Barrese; Happy Mother's Day!
May 10, 2017 11:00 - 33 minutes - 19.3 MBAngela's mom, Marie Barrese, is our special guest for our Mother's Day special episode. She gives us some of the tips and tricks she learned in 11 years at weight watchers and shares her secrets for how to get an insane amount of stuff done in a day. Plus, get ready for an exciting Mother's Day announcement from Nicole! Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Ange...
20: Tracking Progress, Plastic Gold, and Helpful Friends
May 03, 2017 11:00 - 30 minutes - 12.1 MBTracking your habits can help you create positive change; this week we get into the strategy of monitoring. Angela and Nicole also discuss how to follow through on a new goal and how being in a tough situation can show you who is really there for you. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at [email protected] Connect with us o...
19: Disrupt, Get Moving, and Eat More Melons
April 26, 2017 11:00 - 35 minutes - 19.6 MBCreating change, working together, and watermelon! We talk about how so many habits become automatic, and how we can use simple changes to create the behaviors we want and nix those we don't. Nicole throws it back to a sucky moment that brought she and Vic closer together, and lists some inspiring ways to get back into an exercising routine after time off. And we give some love to a sweet summer treat. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and ins...
18: Yoga, Support, and Empowerment
April 19, 2017 11:00 - 31 minutes - 16.8 MBYoga is the bee's knees and this week we're here to tell you why! Angela and Nicole talk all about their favorite subject - yoga - and how you can integrate it into a busy schedule. We talk about empowering others by allowing them to help you, and celebrate the simple joy of a home-cooked meal. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at podcast@a...
17: Dr. Erik Gnagy; Habits
April 12, 2017 11:00 - 38 minutes - 19.8 MBDr. Erik Gnagy, specialist in behavioral health and sports performance, joins us to discuss the formation of good and not-so-good habits, why productive behaviors can sometimes be difficult to turn into habit, and how to choose happiness over stress and negativity to create what we want in our lives. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at pod...
16: Sarah Returns; Going Herbivore
April 05, 2017 11:00 - 24 minutes - 13.3 MBThe best way to recover from a bummer. With Angela's voice mysteriously missing, Nicole and Sarah take over for this week's episode on going with the flow, the benefits of plant-based eating, and finding inspiration in commitment. And, of course, yoga. Visit the Show Notes related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at [email protected] Connect with us on Instagram, T...
15: On Time
March 29, 2017 11:00 - 42 minutes - 44 MBTime: It's the thing we never quite seem to have enough of. The hosts discuss how we prioritize time, ours and that of others; how to feel like we have more of it; and the idea that, when you say yes to one thing, you're always saying no to something else. We also hear about Nicole's vacation, debacles in Angela's kitchen remodel, and give some love to the fur babies everywhere. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on ou...
14: Spark Short! Surrender
March 22, 2017 11:00 - 7 minutes - 8.23 MBSurrender - In this first ever iteration of Spark Shorts (!), Angela explores the idea of surrendering to what is during those times when it seems like things just won't go your way. Visit the Show Notes related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at [email protected] Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, & Facebook @CoachAWags. We are so excited to meet you!
13: Sarah Mowery; Extreme Unitasking
March 15, 2017 11:00 - 40 minutes - 40 MBSarah Mowery, Spark Podcast's marketing guru, pops in as our special guest co-host this week. She and Angela will discuss more tips for crafty money management, extreme unitasking, and how to make the most of disappointing situations in this laughter-filled episode. Visit the Show Notes related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at [email protected] Connect with us o...
12: Being Average; Shielding Against the Unwanted
March 08, 2017 12:00 - 33 minutes - 18.4 MBAiming for average may take you further in achieving your goals than striving for perfection. We discuss the idea of being average, how to wield your negativity shield, and why those free, travel-sized sample items aren’t as cute and innocent as they may seem. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at [email protected] Conn...
11: Time, Energy, and Attention
March 01, 2017 12:00 - 43 minutes - 23.5 MBMake your days more efficient by focusing your time, energy, and attention. We talk about focus, taking control of your email inbox, and treating yourself. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at [email protected] Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, & Facebook @CoachAWags. We are so excited to meet you!
10: Waiting, Saving, and Failing
February 22, 2017 12:00 - 36 minutes - 19.7 MBTips for saving money, being patient to get through stressful situations, and understanding how we can learn and grow from setbacks and failures. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at [email protected] Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, & Facebook @CoachAWags. We are so excited to meet you!
9: Embracing Change and Being For Others
February 15, 2017 12:00 - 41 minutes - 22.4 MBWhy do we avoid change instead of embracing it? The ladies talk about facing changes, as well as what happens when you don't listen generously, and how you can form effective habits by understanding yourself. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at [email protected] Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, & Facebook @Coach...
8: Cherish the Memories
February 08, 2017 12:00 - 42 minutes - 22.8 MBWe discuss the importance of cherishing memories of those we loved and lost, minimalism, and random acts of kindness, and revisit some thoughts on integrity and living a complaint free life. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at [email protected] Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, & Facebook @CoachAWags. We are so ...
7: Dishes, Decluttering, and Dancing!
February 01, 2017 11:00 - 32 minutes - 17.4 MBFree up some space and time to do what inspires you. The gals talk about following their passions, and how decluttering, dancing it out, and finding a solution to a nagging problem have inspired them this week. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at [email protected] Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, & Facebook @Coa...
6: Henry Lopez; Giving Yourself a Break
January 25, 2017 12:00 - 29 minutes - 15.6 MBWe all deserve a break. Special guest Henry Lopez is here to discuss his experience with the Complaint Free challenge. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at [email protected] Connect with us on Instagram & Facebook @CoachAWags. We are so excited to meet you!
4: Slowing Down And Getting Those Z's
January 18, 2017 12:00 - 31 minutes - 16.7 MBSleep and how our pets can help us prioritize. Learn why sleep is the most important part of your life, how you can do it better, and how it can positively, or negatively, affect everything. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at [email protected] Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, & Facebook @CoachAWags. We are so ex...
5: Spreading Positivity And Being A Team Player
January 18, 2017 12:00 - 29 minutes - 16.1 MBWe’re all on the same team. How we can help everyone by quitting complaining and taking care of public spaces. We also discuss a challenge with putting up a tent. :) Angela introduces a program she loves called A Complaint Free World and discusses how it has changed so many lives. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at podcast@angelawagne...
1: Procrastination, Hot Pockets, and Home Shopping
January 11, 2017 12:00 - 33 minutes - 17.7 MBWhy you should do things NOW, The Paleo Diet, and shopping in your own home. We will also give you some information on who we are and why we are here. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at [email protected] Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, & Facebook @CoachAWags. We are so excited to meet you!
3: Inspiration In Unexpected Places (#BachelorNation, the DMV)
January 11, 2017 12:00 - 34 minutes - 18.4 MBIntegrity, The DMV, and opening doors. The gals discuss why our integrity is everything, how going to the DMV doesn't have to be hell and why opening the door for someone can make not only his/her day but your day. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at [email protected] Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, & Facebook @Coa...
2: Alarms, Self-Care, and Good Reviews
January 11, 2017 12:00 - 26 minutes - 14.3 MBUse alarms for more than sleep, take care of yourself first, and how leaving a good review can make everyone feel good. Visit our website at www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, & Facebook @CoachAWags. We are so excited to meet you!