The Sit Down Stand Out Show

The podcast that shares personal stories of people who have adapted and overcome physical and mental challenges to achieve their dreams. To prove to themselves and all of us that your dreams are within reach.

The Zebra Paradox with Cassandra A Campbell

When your hear the sound of hooves you probably think of horses and you'd be surprised if you turned around and saw zebra. This similar confusion has been made by doctors and patience alike when trying to diagnose medical conditions. Our guest mindset coach, author, and mother Cassandra A Campbell has lived for 30 plus years with Fibromyalgia and Hyper Mobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome find out how she went from being misdiagnosed with chronic pain, writing her book Broken, founding The Chronicle Warriors Academy and so much more. Follow her journey in the links below and until next time Keep Calm and Roll On https://www.chronicwarriorsacademy.com https://www.instagram.com/chronicwarriorsacademy?igsh=MW9veDRicTB2OXdnYQ== https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassandra-a-campbell-901bb https://www.tiktok.com/@cassandraacampbell?_t=8lndpev

05-15
29:30

Running from Regrets with Sophie Grace Homes

Regrets, thinking about all the things that we didn't do when we had the time or energy. We all hope that at the end of our lives we have no regrets for the choices we made now, imagine being told that you wouldn't have much time left to live due a condition you were born with. Sophie Grace Homes was born with Cystic Fibrosis a condition that when she was younger was considered a condition that leads to a shorter lifespan. Determined to make the most of her time Sophie dedicated herself to her love of adventure climbing mountains, paddle board races in shark infested waters, and marathon running. Sophie is now going for a world record of running 36 marathons in 36 days across Australia for Cystic fibrosis awareness beginning April 21th and concludes on May 26th to support Sophie on this amazing journey click the links below and until next time Keep Calm and Roll On https://www.instagram.com/sophiegraceholmes?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw%3D%3D

05-08
24:14

Enter the Eye of the Storm with Jaymes Buckman

For anything creative to succeed it takes the right time, the right people, and the right amount of passion to all come together. Jaymes Buckman despite living with high anxiety, autism and O.C.D. has always had a creative spirit. On this episode Jaymes shares what its like to be a glam rock performer as the frontman for the group Hot Apollo, the song he is most proud of, how forming a band can be similar to dating and so much more for tickets and information on upcoming performances click the links below and until next Keep Calm and Roll On https://hotapollo.com https://twitter.com/hotapollo?lang=en https://www.instagram.com/hotapollo/?hl=en https://m.facebook.com/HotApollo/ https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=5L-BH2e04lQ https://www.tiktok.com/@hotapollo/

05-01
37:00

Emerging from the Chrysalis with Mary Kay Junis

As we conclude the month of April and we think about all the changes that come with the spring season. Inspired by the neuroscience of Dr. Andrew Huberman, her experiences reinventing her body as a personal trainer, and seeing the struggles of older US Veterans Mary Kay Junis created Chrysalis Personal Training. On this episode find out how Chrysalis Personal Training went from a water aerobics class for bachelorette parties to an in-house centre to help individuals affected by Parkinson's Disease improve their quality of life. To follow along on the journey please click the links below https://chrysalispersonaltrainingllc.godaddysites.com https://www.instagram.com/chrysalisfit.pt Until Next Time Keep Calm and Roll On

04-24
26:02

Conscious Choices with Rose Booth

To have faith is to put your trust and belief into something or someone you cannot see but exists with your heart. Rose Booth made the conscious choice to accept Christ into her life at 8 years old, and although we question ourselves Rose's faith is what kept her going during a difficult three years at the high of the pandemic contracting covid, nearly dying multiple times, and becoming an amputee. Find out how she documented this journey in her book Dancing in the Valley: Finding Life and Joy Amidst the Shadow of Death Nipping at My Heels and the thought behind her podcast The One Single thought podcast discussing her life as a career driven woman. Follow along on her journey in the links below and until next time Keep Calm and Roll On. https://www.rosebooth.net https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-single-thought/id1632968683 https://instagram.com/rosieboo65 https://www.facebook.com/rose.booth https://www.amazon.com/Dancing-Valley-Finding-Amidst-Nipping/dp/1955051240/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3DC714V76HFGF&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.nsrqJ5UVj_uYPPcyLC4YHA.fTl4Jr-raZ7CVlgt00VCxVkqAm8CUfaTZswno-ThMgY&dib_tag=se&keywords=Dancing+in+the+Valley%3A+Finding+Life+and+Joy+Amidst+the+Shadow+of+Death+Nipping+at+Her+Heels&qid=1712860767&sprefix=dancing+in+the+valley+finding+life+and+joy+amidst+the+shadow+of+death+nipping+at+her+heels%2Caps%2C74&sr=8-1

04-17
35:20

Put your Boots on with Kimberly Berg

Life can knock everyone down in many strange ways, what matters is how we get back up and rebound from it. Kimberly Berg grew up with a WW2 veteran dad and siblings who deal with Post Polio Syndrome. These were the building blocks for the career she has today as a  Clinical Exercise Physiologist who specializes in helping people affected by conditions such as ALS, Parkinson's Disease and other neurological condition through dance, no contact boxing, agility camps and so much more. find out the difference between no contact and shadow boxing, the formation of the PD Rebel Performance Project a dance troop made up entirely of people affected by Parkinson's Disease. To follow along on Kimberly Berg"s journey click the links below and until next time Keep Calm and Roll On https://rebelfitclub.com https://www.instagram.com/pd_rebelfitclub https://www.facebook.com/PDRebelFitClub https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC66NA1QeeRcTCnc3Usn6p1A

04-10
34:20

Working on a Dream with Kristi Jacques

Music is something we are all familiar with, regardless of the genre you listen to as long as you feel a connection with the melody, lyrics, stage performance, or the people off stage. Kristi Jacques has always felt a connection to music since she was a little girl helping in her parents music store, Along Kristi's journey she has faced many challenges from type 1 diabetes to a rare condition called Sarcoidosis a condition that causes lumps to form in the lungs making breathing without oxygen difficult and causing pulmonary hypertension as the heart works harder to pump blood and oxygen into the body. Despite all of these challenges with some inspiration from Miles Kennedy from the brand Alter Bridge Kristi continues to create new music and work on the dream of getting a double lung transplant to one day be able to preform in front of crowds and share the gift of music with the world. Until that wonderful day comes please consider checking out all of Kristi Jacques's music in the links below and leaving a tip on her website to support her in whatever way you can every little bit helps until next time Keep Calm and Roll On https://www.kristijacquesmusic.com https://www.instagram.com/kristi__jacques https://www.facebook.com/KristiJacquesMusic https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeb52fFy7hU7dvEEfqNlGNA https://www.tiktok.com/@kristijacques4?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

04-03
28:40

Put the Carriage  Before the Horse with Faye O'Hara

Animals have been helping mankind by feeding us, working with us, and being our companions for countless years. Faye O'Hara has always loved horses raising training, and riding them but, one night everything changed. Faye became paralyzed after a car wreck at 15 and for the next 7 years away from horses and fell into a deep sadness and used alcohol to deal with the emotional and physical pain. During these 7 years Fay got her house adapted to her needs and learned how to get use to life in a wheelchair with limited use in one arm but, her love for horses never left her thoughts. On this episode find out how a horse named Majestic helped Faye get a new outlook on life as she now uses her story as a motivational speaker, competitive Carriage rider and all around inspiration. Be sure to Like, Review Subscribe to follow Faye O"Hara on her journey click the links below and until next time Keep Calm and Roll On https://www.fayeoharamajesticequine.com https://www.instagram.com/majestic_equine https://www.facebook.com/groups https://twitter.com/fayeohara90 https://www.tiktok.com/@majesticequine?_t=8fH7BaJKwj2&_r=1

03-27
33:09

The Most Painful Choice is No Choice at all with Rachel McDonald

Have you felt that something wasn't right with you mentally or physically and those around you didn't believe you?Rachel McDonald faced this exact challenge for years trying find a doctor who would diagnose her with endometriosis a rare condition that can only be diagnosed through surgery. on this episode we discuss Rachel's journey with endometriosis, trying to get a Hysterectomy operation in the middle of 2020, being diagnosed with Mesenteric Artery Syndrome her passion for cats, acting and so much more. Be sure to like, Review and Subscribe wherever you Listen to your favourite podcasts to follow our guest Rachel McDonald click the link blow and until next time Keep Calm and Roll On https://racheljmacdonald.godaddysites.com https://instagram.com/racheljmacdonald https://www.tiktok.com/@racheljmacdonald?_t=8k3Dmvito7y&_r=1 https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9060938/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

03-20
34:27

Who's Hungry? With Ian Taverner

Ian Taverner just like the rest of us learned how to cook simply to survive, however bit by bit his health slowly started to wear him down mentally and physically. Being diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), Arthritis, Prinzmetal Angina, Anxiety and Depression caused Ian to go through a dark period called the groundhog years. Eventually with a lot of time, practice and patients Ian adapted his cooking methods and the tools he uses to fit hi accessibility needs to the point where he wrote his own cookbook called Mr. Cookfullness combining the joys of cooking with the mindfulness that as long as your are enjoying the cooking process, able to do it safely and enjoy what your eating anyone can cook. So if you're hungry for more information on Ian Taverner's journey or you'd like to pickup your copy of Mr. Cookfullness check out the links below until next time Keep Calm and Roll On https://www.cookfulness.co.uk https://www.amazon.co.uk/Cookfulness-Therapeutic-Approach-Ian-Taverner/dp/1913568792/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=2I49DBM574GUY&keywords=cookfulness+ian+taverner&qid=1700484136&sprefix=cookf%2Caps%2C109&sr=8-1 https://x.com/cookfulness?t=JndQKDOMVKO1_5upmValeA&s=09 https://www.instagram.com/cookfulness?igsh=MXBkdmI5eWIwYWFqcw== https://www.facebook.com/Cookfulness https://youtube.com/@cookfulness-ianmrcookfulne1869?si=jbwM60k-aAQUeNBc https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-mr-cookfulness-taverner-b04a8810?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app https://www.tiktok.com/@cookfulness?_t=8jIYITJswFt&_r=1

03-13
34:57

Read It and Weep with Tylia Flores

Returning to the show for the first time since episode 10, we welcome back new Amazon Best selling author Tylia Flores. A publisher of 63 different book Tylia shares her unique writing journey from creating characters based on her own experiences as a women with cerebral palsy, to the evolution of the radio broadcasting being run by major corporations to the millions of podcast options we have today. Most importantly we discuss the importance of knowing when to step away from something for your mental health. Be sure to like Review and Subscribe to Follow Tylia on here journey check out the links below and until next time Keep Calm and Roll On //www.facebook.com/Stompingoncpwithtylia https://www.youtube.com/c/TyliaFloresStompingonCP https://twitter.com/stompingoncp1 https://www.instagram.com/stomping_on_cp_with_tylia/ https://tyliaflores.com/ https://www.amazon.com/HANDI-CAPABLE-STOMPING-BARRIERS-THAT-COMES/dp/1667138162/ref=sr_1_5?qid=1643120751&refinements=p_27%3ATylia+L+Flores&s=books&sr=1-5&text=Tylia+L+Flores

03-06
35:30

Bow to the Power Chair Queen with Laura Drummond

Thought the month of February we have been discussing the importance of relationships in our lives. Our guest Laura Drummond has had a unique relationship with the medical community as she worked for years as a nurse and midwife all while living with undiagnosed type 3 Ehlers Danlos Syndrome. On this episode we discuss how much more can be achieved with the collaboration of medical experts, doing your own research to find methods of treatment, Laura's journey to becoming a content creator, parent, and overall happier person. Be sure follow along on Laura Drummond's journey in the links below https://www.instagram.com/powerchairqueen_zebedee https://youtube.com/@powerchairqueen https://www.tiktok.com/@powerchairqueen For more stories featuring disabled models content creators and more check out our website at www.rollingdragonmedia.com or go to https://www.zebedeetalent.com/uk Until next time Keep Calm and Roll On.

02-21
33:12

From the Gymnasium to the great outdoors with Savannah Reynolds

Relationships take time to build whether they are friendships, All business, or, romantic. Savannah Reynolds wanted to build strong relationships but found that making them was difficult after being homeschooled, spending years trying to be the best gymnast she could be and dealing with confidence issues do to having a port wine stain birthmark. After years of this struggle Savannah was able to find piece through meditation, yoga, and becoming a vegan. while there is nothing wrong with trying to be the best you can be in anything you want chasing perfection can have hugely negative effect on your body and mind so the next time your frustrated with life simply take a breath and imbrace the now for that as all we have. Now if you want follow along on Savannah's journey click the links below and until next time Keep Calm and Roll On. https://anchor.fm/savannah-ray8 https://youtu.be/MB3X6057gBw?si=WXt7F2vBWcS_ZqoS https://www.tiktok.com/@savannah_ray_reynolds?_t=8j5Zw24fB55&_r=1 https://www.instagram.com/savannah._.ray/

02-14
27:47

The Return of a Visionary with Melanie Taddeo

February is often thought of as a month of love with Valentines Day or a time of historical reflection for Black History month on The Sit Down Stand out Show we will be focus on relationships business, personal or, relationships with one's self. This week we begin with the return of Melanie Taddeo who for the last two years has been working to provide accessibility and inclusion resources in South Africa with her organization Gaining Vision 2020. Find out how Gaining vision started, where it's going in the future, the wonderful experiences of life in South Africa and so much more. To learn more about Melanie Taddeo and her own personal journey check out Episode 7 of our podcast Loosing Sight Gaining Vision with Melanie Taddeo to follow along on her journey click the links below and until next time keep and Roll On. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/benen-dykstra/episodes/Loosing-Sight-Gaining-Vision-with-Melanie-Taddeo-e1pvgk0/a-a8p9jrk https://twitter.com/connect4lifeca https://www.instagram.com/connect4life.ca/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/connect4life1 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJAuMh_F6VonlKR0Yyssmxg

02-07
20:55

The inner and Outer Strength of Brian Rizzo

Tragedy is an inevitable part of the human experience, which can bring us down or build us back up into a stronger person. Brain Rizzo experienced two tragedies loosing a friend to a drug overdose as a teenager, and ten years ago getting shot in the head by an angry drug addict while working as a bouncer in 2014. Brian spent thirty days in a medically induced coma and countless hour in the hospital trying to regain his mobility, memory, and his independence. Thanks to his love for exercise and a large support network while Brian may not be able to achieve his dream of competing as a strongman there is no denying the strength of his spirit. Please consider booking Brian Rizzo for speaking engagements or follow along on his inspirational journey in the links below until next time Keep Calm and Roll On https://www.instagram.com/brizzo995 https://twitter.com/home https://youtube.com/@brianrizzo1435 https://www.tiktok.com/@brianrizzo105?_t=8iEs2rW6V8F&_r=1

01-31
24:55

Making and Taking Time for Healthy Choices with RHIANNA SANFORD

24 Hours are in a day and for different activity or tasks often people might say "I don't have enough time". Despite raising three children including one with a rare medical condition Rhianna Sanford has spend the last 15 years overcoming her sugar addiction and trying to create a healthy program using biblical principals and encouraging fresh food versus frozen products be sure to follow Rhianna Sanford on her journey in the links below https://www.rhiannasanford.com https://www.instagram.com/rhiannaLsanford https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00E3FQKM0?ingress=0&visitId=53def80b-db87-4019-9310- YouTube.com/@rhiannalsanford Rhianna is offering FREE ACCESS into her Jumpstart 2024 Healthy Living program VIP group where you'll receive a bundle of healthy living recipes, shopping lists, and snack ideas for FREE. ($200 Value) Must text the word JUMPSTART to (904)796-4588 to receive the free bundle and access. Until next time keep calm and roll on.

01-24
33:37

Lets Be Blunt about our Health with Teresa Bowors

When you hear the words Cannabis, Weed, Pot What do you think of? Teresa Bowors spent a long time looking after others but over time it began to effect her as she developed Chronic Fatigue syndrome, chemical sensitivity, and Lyme Disease On this weeks episode we talk about her 15 year journey of education and understanding of medical cannabis. We discuss how to develop a safe relationship with Cannabis to avoid it becoming an abused substance and what method of use may work best for you wether its smoking, CBD oil, Salve, Edibles and so much more be sure to follow Teresa Bowors on her journey in the links below before trying anything suggested in this program please consult a medical professional. Util next time Keep Calm and Roll On https://terese.ca http://www.instagram.com/teresebowors.cannacoach https://www.facebook.com/TereseBowors.CannaCoach https://www.youtube.com/@teresebowors https://www.linkedin.com/in/terese-bowors

01-17
31:12

Advocate for yourself and other with Lisa Norris

Welcome to 2024 everyone we hope your holiday was a good one. The new year presents new opportunities so for the month of January on new way to look after your health. Lisa Norris spend 36 years helping others as a paramedic and 21 years as a clinical researcher for clinical trials. Despite all of Lisa's experience in the medical field in 2004 she surprised receive a diagnosis of Lupus an autoimmune condition join us as she shares her experience combining Eastern and Western medicine to live her best life. Be sure to follow along on Lisa's healing journey in the link below and until next time Keep Calm and Roll On https://www.instagram.com/autoimmunewarriorinfo

01-10
27:50

Be The Victor not The Victim with Danny Covey

Usually after a major operation we are asked to take a little RNR rest and relaxation. Despite going through eight heart surgeries Danny Covey decided RNR would mean Risk Responsibly as he would slowly participate in physical activities such as stretching and warmups or he would just watch. Over time Danny's heart began to get stronger to the point where he followed his dream of achieving a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu he has a successful career in graphic design and now you can to the heart of his story by picking up a copy of his book Scar Tissue. Be sure to follow along on Danny's amazing journey in the links below and until next rime Keep Calm And Roll On. https://dannycovey.com/index.html https://twitter.com/DannyCovey https://www.facebook.com/danny.covey https://www.linkedin.com/in/danny-covey-m-a-50181453/ https://www.amazon.com/Scar-Tissue-Danny-Covey/dp/199086760X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1YK25INR2IQV&keywords=scar+tissue+danny+covey&qid=1698175221&sprefix=scar+tissue+danny+covey%2Caps%2C75&sr=8-1

12-27
32:24

Life is a Learning Process with Rob Swymer

Accept, Appreciate, Assess, these three steps can help you.get through any problem and challenges in life. Rob Swymer accepted the fact that he struggled in school, Rob appreciated his successful 42 year career as a sales executive, He assessed the situations, struggling in school, substance issues, and losing his first wife to brain aneurysm. These steps helped forge Rob in the person he is today as he works as a life coach and works to help corporations apply empathy and an understanding of mental health in business practices. Be sure to follow Rob on his journey as he goes on a speaking tour in 2024 check out his book "Surender to Your Adversity follow in the links below and until next time Keep Calm and Roll On. https://www.robswymer.com https://www.instagram.com/robswymer https://www.facebook.com/rob.swymer https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCh9fL7srneERmx0jKLx5Olg/videos/upload?filter=%5B%5D&sort=%7B%22columnType%22%3A%22date%22%2C%22sortOrder%22%3A%22DESCENDING%22%7D https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-swymer-he-him-15a1541

12-20
30:58

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