Growth by Shawn

<p>Welcome to the, Growth by Shawn podcast. I am your host, Shawn Rivers. I initially created this platform with the intention of helping people through the lenses of others perspectives: sharing their growth and other passions. I touch on everything from physical health and fitness to personal development, mindset and anything in between. I am a nutrition and wellness coach that brings my own philosophies to training, dieting, diet culture and recovery as well.</p>

Tips to Kick Your Caffeine Addiction

We've all been there! " I can't start my day without my morning coffee. " Perhaps you're drinking caffeine all day long or maybe it just doesn't have the same effects it used to have. Regardless, here are some actionable steps to kick your caffeine addiction and give you more energy than you had before. Support Shawn's independent podcast here!https://buymeacoffee.com/growthbyshawnSend Shawn a voice message to be featured on the show!https://www.speakpipe.com/growthbyshawnConnect with Shawn: Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growthbyshawn/Tik Tok: @growthbyshawnApply for 1:1 Coaching with Shawnhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/13VbjReOAPljGy1nEcKN7cvet509uE9E61FO3_Whza9Y/edit?usp=drive_webShawn's Weekly Newsletter:https://growth-by-shawn.ck.page/dc0c4dba44

05-02
10:42

How to Achieve Any Goal, Change Behavior and Stop Self Sabotaging Yourself with Anna Clough

Anna is a Fitness and Nutrition Coach who trains in person and online. Anna specializes in helping women change their behavior and habits in order to have a strong and healthy body and life. This episode will help you understand behavior change and how to truly change your habits to change your life.What to Expect in Today's Episode: - Anna's Background- How to Change your Behavior and Form Healthy Habits- Finding Your Why- Perceiving Risk vs Reward- Going Beyond the Surface- Vertical Arrow Technique - Finding Wealth in Your Health- How Fitness will Enhance Your Life- Meathead Mentality- Becoming More Selfish/ How it will Help Actually Help you- True Selfcare- The truth about Modern Therapy- Why You Must Set the Example First- How to Integrate your New Behaviors - Setting Realistic Goals - The Power of Visualization Support Shawn's independent podcast here!https://buymeacoffee.com/growthbyshawnSend Shawn a voice message to be featured on the show!https://www.speakpipe.com/growthbyshawnConnect with Shawn: Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growthbyshawn/Tik Tok: @growthbyshawnApply for 1:1 Coaching with Shawnhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/13VbjReOAPljGy1nEcKN7cvet509uE9E61FO3_Whza9Y/edit?usp=drive_webShawn's Weekly Newsletter:https://growth-by-shawn.ck.page/dc0c4dba44Connect with Anna: https://www.strongandheallthy.com/Instagram: @annacloughPodcast: Strong and Healthy Podcast

04-29
52:39

Why I Don't Release Podcasts Consistently

Connect with Shawn: Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnFacebook: @shawnriversTik Tok: @growthbyshawnApply for 1:1 Coaching with Shawnhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/13VbjReOAPljGy1nEcKN7cvet509uE9E61FO3_Whza9Y/edit?usp=drive_webShawn's Weekly Newsletter:https://growth-by-shawn.ck.page/dc0c4dba44

04-23
08:51

How Breathwork Changed Amanda's Entire World with Amanda Russo

Tune in this week to a real and raw conversation with Amanda Russo. What to Expect in the Aspect: - The physical side of growth- Health Benefits of Walking- Amanda's up and down weight loss journey- The power of community- What does Breathwork even mean- A Utah Breathwork Retreat- You have done harder things than breathing- Can You do Multiple Breathwork Sessions in a Day? - What Problems Does Breathwork Solve? - Finding Out Who You're Meant to be With- What breathwork did to Amanda's Relationship- The Secret to Every Answer You're Looking For- The Power of the Words You SpeakConnect with Shawn: Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnFacebook: @shawnriversTik Tok: @growthbyshawnApply for 1:1 Coaching with Shawnhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/13VbjReOAPljGy1nEcKN7cvet509uE9E61FO3_Whza9Y/edit?usp=drive_webShawn's Weekly Newsletter:https://growth-by-shawn.ck.page/dc0c4dba44Connect with Amanda: https://linktr.ee/thebreathinggoddessInstagram: @thebreathinggoddess

04-08
49:34

How to Get Back on Track After Easter

Do you feel like all your progress was ruined after you overate yesterday? Many of us fall into this mentality and build momentum in the wrong direction because of one "bad" meal. My goal is to help build healthy relationships with food and actually make the progress you are looking for in your body and mind. I hope this podcast is the perspective shift you're looking forConnect with Shawn:Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnFacebook: @shawnriversTik Tok: @growthbyshawnApply for 1:1 Coaching with Shawnhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/13VbjReOAPljGy1nEcKN7cvet509uE9E61FO3_Whza9Y/edit?usp=drive_webShawn's Weekly Newsletter:https://growth-by-shawn.ck.page/dc0c4dba44

04-01
12:29

Should You Stop Dieting if You Binge Eat? with Amanda Jostad

Amanda Jostad's journey to health and fitness started at the young age of just 12 years old. Amanda has had a roller coaster of a journey, overcoming binge eating and now helping women build a better relationship with themselves and with food. Amanda is a women's health and fitness coach who brings fresh insights around food and food relationships with  her personal and client journeys. There is more and more awareness being built around binge eating.This Episode Includes: - What Binge Eating is- Food Relationships- How that Impacts Your Relationship with Yourself- Being Intentional and Mindful around Food- Questioning Your Negative Thoughts- Action Steps to Get out of the Binge Eating Cycle- Are You Stuck Comparing Yourself? - What do You Use Social Media for? - Do You Doom Scroll? - What do Women Need the Most Right Now? - Are You Playing Small? - How Having a Support System can Change EVERYTHINGDISCLAIMER: Shawn and Amanda are not licensed therapists or registered dietitians. You should consult with your doctor before making dietary changes.  Connect with Shawn:Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnFacebook: @shawnriversTik Tok: @growthbyshawnApply for 1:1 Coaching with Shawnhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/13VbjReOAPljGy1nEcKN7cvet509uE9E61FO3_Whza9Y/edit?usp=drive_webShawn's Weekly Newsletter:https://growth-by-shawn.ck.page/dc0c4dba44Connect with Amanda: Instagram: @bats.and.barbellsAmanda's Coaching Application: https://tcs6l4vtblx.typeform.com/to/uMQPQHzV?typeform-source=linktr.ee

03-25
53:35

Life Lessons From an Alcoholic with Dr. Swart

Dr. Christopher Swart is an exercise science professor where he opens up about his struggle with alcoholism for the first time publicly. Dr. Swart is a well respected professor who has his P.H.D in Exercise Physiology along with a laundry list of other credentials. In this episode you will find: - What to Expect in AA- Sports Vs Alcohol - What does an Alcoholic Really Look Like? - Controlling How Much You Drink- Identifying Alcoholism as a Disease- The Role of a Support System- How AA is a spiritual experience - Same Pain, Different Story- Student and Professor Relationship- Reaching out to Someone in Need- 12 Steps- Finding H.O.P.E.- Once an Alcoholic always an Alcoholic? - Do You Ever Recover from Alcoholism? - Building Honest Relationships- AwarenessConnect with Shawn:Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnFacebook: @shawnriversTik Tok: @growthbyshawnApply for 1:1 Coaching with Shawnhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/13VbjReOAPljGy1nEcKN7cvet509uE9E61FO3_Whza9Y/edit?usp=drive_webShawn's Weekly Newsletter:https://growth-by-shawn.ck.page/dc0c4dba44Connect with Dr. Swart: Instagram: @soberdoctor.swart

03-18
01:29:43

5 Pillars of Fat Loss

There are 100s of diets1000's of workout plansWhat do you actually need to follow to lose bodyfat? These are 5 of my most basic pillars that you can implement and embody today for true sustainable success. When you can master the basics your fat loss journey can become much more fun and effortless. Connect with Shawn:Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnFacebook: @shawnriversTik Tok: @growthbyshawnApply for 1:1 Coaching with Shawnhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/13VbjReOAPljGy1nEcKN7cvet509uE9E61FO3_Whza9Y/edit?usp=drive_webShawn's Weekly Newsletter:https://growth-by-shawn.ck.page/dc0c4dba44

03-15
13:18

Deep Dive on Making Fat Loss Sustainable and Common Misconceptions with Bryan Fitzsimmons

Bryan Fitzsimmons is an online health and fitness coach who also works in person with a select group of clients. Bryan first started at a chain gym called Curves out of the Greater Boston area. During his time there, he developed a deep love for training specifically women over 40.  What to Expect: - F45 and Orange Theory- What "Good Coaching" Really is- Are Women Over Eating or Under Eating? - Navigating Eating Out- Are protein Bars Ruining Your Progress? - Navigating Hunger Cues- Approaching Grocery Shopping- Your Digestion when It Comes to Fat Loss- Menopause and how it Impacts Digestion- Balancing Your Hormones- Underlying Stress- Reverse Dieting- The Importance of Health for your Children- The Drill Sargent Coach Connect with Shawn: Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnFacebook: @shawnriversTik Tok: @growthbyshawnApply for 1:1 Coaching with Shawnhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/13VbjReOAPljGy1nEcKN7cvet509uE9E61FO3_Whza9Y/edit?usp=drive_webShawn's Weekly Newsletter: https://growth-by-shawn.ck.page/dc0c4dba44Connect With BryanInstagram:  @coach_fitzz FIT40 Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coach-fitzz1YouTube:  @coach_fitzz 

03-11
47:15

The AI Takeover! AI Masterclass with Josh Powers

Join Josh Powers and your host Shawn Rivers as they have committed to bringing you a podcast episode every single month. Today, we cover a full masterclass of Artificial Intelligence and what to expect and how to not get left behind. In this episode: - Monthly/Weekly Recap- Launching AI- Beginning to Utilize AI- What is Real?- The Energy of AI- Can this Reconnect Us?- Creating Jobs with AI- Levels of Consciousness - Reality Creation- Artificial Awareness- The CreatorConnect with Josh here: Instagram: @joshua.a.powersTik Tok: @joshua.powers.1Connect with Shawn: Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnFacebook: @shawnriversTik Tok: @growthbyshawnApply for 1:1 Coaching with Shawnhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/13VbjReOAPljGy1nEcKN7cvet509uE9E61FO3_Whza9Y/edit?usp=drive_webShawn's Weekly Newsletter: https://growth-by-shawn.ck.page/dc0c4dba44

03-05
01:19:17

The Secrets to How Ashton Blew up On Instagram and Tik Tok with Ashton McGettigan

Ashton Mcgettigan is a men's fitness coach, guiding men to get under 200lbs and take control of their lives. Ashton Specializes in helping men get back under 200lbs and feel truly confident in themselves. Ashton walks us through some strategies that helped him reach over 250k followers across platforms. - Where We're Going Wrong with fat loss- How Your Environment is Serving You- Relationship Challenges- Being Shadow Banned On Instagram- Creating Better Social Media Content- The Next Wave of Content- The Creative Process of Content- Setting Better Examples- Relationships and Emotions- How to Control Your Behaviors- Finding a Good MentorConnect with Ashton: Instagram: @ashtonmcgettigan_Tik Tok: @ashtonmcgettigan_Connect with Shawn: Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnFacebook: @shawnriversTik Tok: @growthbyshawnApply for 1:1 Coaching with Shawnhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/13VbjReOAPljGy1nEcKN7cvet509uE9E61FO3_Whza9Y/edit?usp=drive_webShawn's Weekly Newsletter: https://growth-by-shawn.ck.page/dc0c4dba44

02-26
01:04:38

Building Your Self Worth, Identity, Meal Prep and Your Spirituality with Nicole Dewes

Join this weeks guest, Nicole Dewes as she is an online health and fitness coach who leads women to become the strongest and most confident version of themselves. Nicole is a YouTuber, online fitness coach and content creator. Here's What to Expect in this Episode: - Worth in Your Physical Appearance- Being Seen, Heard and Understood- Building Awareness- The Thief of Comparison - Nicole's Prep Journey- Identity Work- Failure- Relationships- Meal Prep- Cooking Tips- Spirituality- Approaching Women at the GymConnect with Shawn: Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnFacebook: @shawnriversTik Tok: @growthbyshawnConnect with Nicole: Instagram: @nicoledewes_YouTube: @nicoledewesCoaching Application: https://ts3nbqabaxt.typeform.com/to/Xp8coqQrWeekly Newsletter: https://growth-by-shawn.ck.page/dc0c4dba44To book a 1:1 call with Shawn: https://calendly.com/riversnation-1/clarity-call

02-19
01:04:55

A Beginners Guide to Meditation

In this short episode, I cover basic steps you can use today to start meditating on your own. There are 100s of different ways to meditate. The most important aspects are learning how to regulate your nervous system and the intention behind what you do. Wim Hof Breathing Technique:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tybOi4hjZFQSolfeggio Frequencies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=goyZbut_KFY&t=1031sConnect with Shawn: Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnFacebook: @shawnriversTik Tok: @growthbyshawnWeekly Newsletter: https://growth-by-shawn.ck.page/dc0c4dba44To book a 1:1 call with Shawn: https://calendly.com/riversnation-1/clarity-call

02-13
07:24

Learning to Be Okay in this Present Moment with Josh Powers

I first met Josh in our mentorship group hosted by David Waldy. Josh Powers comes from the construction world, but has created his own concept of business. Here is what we cover: - What Josh REALLY does for work- The concept behind Money and Business- Business vs The Self- Dealing with Suffering- Self Sabotage- Setting Yourself Up for Success- What it Takes to Connect with Men- Men's Suffering- Trusting Yourself/ Personal Integrity - Healing- The Internal VoiceWhen you're ready to Build a Healthy Relationship with Alcohol, Book a Free Call Here: https://calendly.com/riversnation-1/clarity-callTap in to my weekly newsletter here: https://growth-by-shawn.ck.page/dc0c4dba44Connect with me here: Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnTik Tok: @growthbyshawnFacebook: @shawnrivers Connect with Josh here: Instagram: @joshua.a.powersTik Tok: @joshua.powers.1

02-12
52:57

Why You Need To Show Up REGARDLESS of How You Feel with Abby Wawrzynski

Abby is a female Health and Nutrition Coach. She was also diagnosed with MS and has overcome many challenges in her own personal journey. Tap into this episode where we dive deep into Abby's story. Here's What to Expect: - Abby's Transformation- Obsession- When Abby was diagonosed with MS- The Spiritual Realm- Building a Healthy Relationship- Awareness - Diet Culture- Reverse Dieting- Training women vs men- Our Energy working with Nick Komodina- Becoming your Own Creator- Your Brain and Influencing Reality- Why You Must Visualize SuccessWhen you're ready to Build a Healthy Relationship with Alcohol Book Here: https://calendly.com/riversnation-1/clarity-callTap in to my weekly newsletter here: https://growth-by-shawn.ck.page/dc0c4...Connect with me here: Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnTik Tok: @growthbyshawnFacebook: @shawnriversApply to Work with Abby: https://ni97xr5rg5f.typeform.com/to/PW2e0QwM?typeform-source=l.instagram.comAbby's Instagram: @abbywawrzynski_fit

02-05
01:18:44

Listen to This to BREAK your Beliefs and Question your Level of Consciousness with Mark Salazar

Thank you for tuning into the Growth by Shawn Podcast Episode 115.At a young age, Mark was hit by a pickup truck and his entire world was flipped upside down. From here, he was told that God has a plan for him. In Marks personal brand and business he helps leverage the digital economy. He is also an entrepreneur, investor, writer and content creator. - How Mark was given his  God Given Name- What is Muscle Testing? - Marks Relationship with God- Are we Separate from God?- The Power of the Mind and Ego- What does the Collective Consciousness Need the Most Right Now? - Marks ULITMATE reality shift- Why Energy Matters in Sales- Marks Mentor and the power of mentorsWhen you're ready for 1:1 Customized Nutrition Coaching, Apply Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/13VbjReOAPljGy1nEcKN7cvet509uE9E61FO3_Whza9Y/editTap in to my weekly newsletter here: https://growth-by-shawn.ck.page/dc0c4dba44Connect with me here: Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnTik Tok: @growthbyshawnFacebook: @shawnriversConnect with Mark here: https://beacons.ai/marksalazar

01-22
01:15:44

Who Do you Need to Be to Make REAL Behavior Change?

Nutrition, Behavior, Identity it's all intertwined. Tune into this episode and make the decision right now of who you need to become to have the life that you want. To apply for 1:1 sustainable nutrition and fat loss coaching, apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/13VbjReOAPljGy1nEcKN7cvet509uE9E61FO3_Whza9Y/editSubscribe to my weekly newsletter here: https://growth-by-shawn.ck.page/dc0c4dba44Be sure to Connect with Shawn here: Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnTik Tok: @growthbyshawnFacebook: @shawnrivers

01-19
15:34

Why You're Not Hitting Your Fat Loss Goals with Aram Grigorian

Aram Grigorian is the owner 4weeks2thebeach. This is an affordable nutritional coaching program that is built upon building a sustainable lifestyle to hit all of your physical goals. Aram is also the Cohost of the "Other Side Lifestyle Podcast."What's Inside this Episode: - Arams Backstory- Shifting Your Identity- How your Environment Dictates Success- Managing Your Expectations- Actionable Steps for Fat Loss- Assessing Your Lifestyle- Why Our Society is So Soft- Getting Back to the Basics- Accountability, Confidence and the Importance of a Coach- Impact of a Sedentary LifestyleBook a Clarity Call with Shawn here: https://calendly.com/riversnation-1/c...To Connect More with Shawn: Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnTik Tok: @growthbyshawnFacebook: @shawnriversTo Connect More with Aram: https://bio.site/4weeks2thebeachInstagram: @4weeks2thebeachhttps://www.4weeks2thebeach.com/

01-15
59:31

Stepping into YO POWER with Lauren Wall

Lauren Wall is a woman's lifestyle coach who helps women transform their bodies, minds and habits. Laurens unique story of discovering who she is gives her a unique power used to help other women also find their true POWER. Thank you for listening to another episode of the podcast, be sure to give us a 5 Star Review!To work with Shawn: Book a free call here: https://calendly.com/riversnation-1/c...Follow Shawn here: Instagram: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnTik Tok: @growthbyshawnFacebook: @shawnriversTo work with Lauren, apply here: https://linktr.ee/_laurenlifts_Follow Lauren on Instagram: @_laurenlifts_

01-08
42:55

Do You Need to Heal for Self Growth? With Dave Robinson

Dave Robinson is a Master Storywork Coach with over One Thousand session completed! "Dave Robinson is a Master Storyworker and Healthy Holistic Habits coach. Long possessing a deep passion for optimization and self-improvement, Dave has been guiding friends & clients on their own personal development journeys for well over a decade. He lives in Richmond, VA with his partner Ru and ninjacat Bijou."This Episode Contains:  Actual Identity work that you can do TODAY Year in Review for Dave Realistic Goals, Realistic timelinesDave and Shawn answer the questions: Can you help everyone? Are we as People more Emotional or Physical Beings? Is Alex Hormozi Happy?!What Do Men Really Struggle with Today? What is Needed in Maculinity?To book a One on One Free Consultation with Shawn: https://calendly.com/riversnation-1/clarity-callFollow Shawn On : Instagram: @growthbyshawnTik Tok: @growthbyshawnYouTube: @growthbyshawnFacebook: Shawn RiversTo Connect with Dave: https://www.workyourstories.com/Instagram: @daverobinson.coach

01-03
42:20

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