What a Feeling!

Eli is a Social Work therapist (LCSW) who has worked in a psychiatric Hospital, intensive outpatient clinics and currently works in a group and private practice. He created ELIvation to fill a need to help those in struggling times and add some extra inspiration and motivation into everyday life. Eli has been featured on the Kelly Clarkson show, IVF Warrior, Fruitful, Breaking Taboo and on multiple podcast ranging from parenting, relationships, mental health and infertility His main goal is to help people on their journey to add support, care, empathy, expertise, and insight. He run events, seminars and individual coaching on topics from mental health awareness, public speaking coaching, relationship coaching and confidence boosting. In this episode, Archie and Eli start the conversation around the way that COVID brought a lot of existing issues to the surface for a lot of people. A lot of mental health clinics have seen a rise in requests for treatment. Although many facilities currently have waiting lists, teletherapy has created wider access to mental health treatment. Eli dispels the myth that you’re stuck with a therapist once you start seeing them and shares some things to consider when you’re trying to find a therapist that’s a good fit for you. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please head over to archiecares.com/listen to subscribe and leave a review. Doing so helps others find our show. You can also follow Archie on Instagram @archie_cares and at our podcast Instagram @whatafeelingpod for more mental wellness & What A Feeling! Content. For more information about the work Archie does or to book him for a mental wellness or prevention program, please visit archiecares.com. Connect with Eli Weinstein: Website: www.elivation.org Instagram: @eliweinstein_lcsw/ Podcast: The Dude Therapist Connect with Archie Cares: Website: www.archiecares.com Email: archie@archiecares.com Instagram: @archie_cares Facebook: archie.messbunt LinkedIn: Archie Messersmith-Bunting

Zack S. Rutledge is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer, an ACE Certified Fitness Nutrition Specialist, and a Certified Brain Health Trainer through the Functional Aging Institute. He has a black belt in karate and has practiced yoga for almost a decade. He holds an MA from American University in Washington, D.C. and starts his Licensed Professional Counseling grad program in January of 2022. In this episode, Archie and Zach talk about the power of sharing your message from the perspective of both lived experiences and science.They discuss the importance of getting more men involved in the conversation around mental health to address the lingering stigma . Zach also talks about the path forward being different for everyone because we all think differently and how the delivery of a message could resonate more with some depending on who its coming from. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please head over to archiecares.com/listen to subscribe and leave a review. Doing so helps others find our show. You can also follow Archie on Instagram @archie_cares and at our podcast Instagram @whatafeelingpod for more mental wellness & “What A Feeling!” content. For more information about the work Archie does or to book him for a mental wellness or prevention program, please visit archiecares.com. Connect with Zach Rutledge: Book:https://www.amazon.com/Official-Depression-Relief-Playbook-Strategies-ebook/dp/B08K3R6ZV5 Connect with Archie Cares: Website: www.archiecares.com Email: archie@archiecares.com Instagram: @archie_cares Facebook: archie.messbunt LinkedIn: Archie Messersmith-Bunting

Will has the privilege of serving as Delta Zeta Sorority’s Chief Safety Officer and serves students and volunteers by providing educational resources around alcohol use, drug use, sexual assault prevention, victim/survivor support, crisis management, mental health/wellness topics and culture change. Will’s approach to the fraternal movement has been called direct, authentic and comedic. Holding degrees in community/public health and adult education, Will approaches health and wellness using public health framework for simple, scalable and sustainable impact. In this episode, Archie and Will start the conversation around transformation and what gave Will the internal motivation to make positive changes during the pandemic. Will recalls the first time that he was able to be himself authentically without being judged. He also discusses the process of learning to inventory his emotions and differentiating his actual feelings from the feelings he acted out on stage. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please head over to archiecares.com/listen to subscribe and leave a review. Doing so helps others find our show. You can also follow Archie on Instagram @archie_cares and at our podcast Instagram @whatafeelingpod for more mental wellness & “What A Feeling!” content. For more information about the work Archie does or to book him for a mental wellness or prevention program, please visit archiecares.com.

Jay Thooft a mental performance expert, coach, and teacher with a background in high performance psychology and is the founder of Performance Excellence & Recovery Consulting (PERC) - a consulting firm dedicated to providing developing athletes the tools necessary to elevate their mental game and perform in the face of stress, pressure, and adversity. PERC rapidly became an industry leader in setting the standard for high performance psychology training for developing athletes in the Greater Denver area. To date, Jay oversees the mental performance training for 16 youth sport organizations and impacts approximately 5000 athletes, parents, and coaches every year. With experience working with athletes and performers at the Olympic, National, College, and High School levels, Jay looks forward to bringing his almost decade of experience in his mission to help you achieve higher levels of performance! TrainWithPERC is a reflection of Jay's mission to increase the accessibility of high performance psychology training so any athlete has the opportunity to show up and perform their best in the moments that matter most. In this episode, Archie and Jay discuss Jay’s experience with high performance athletes and how being around individuals that demanded so much of themselves really shaped him. They have a great conversation around how much of success is due to innate gifts and how many of those gifts or skills can be learned. Jay also shares four areas we can train when working on mastery of any craft and why accepting and relinquishing control of a specific outcome can be a huge piece of achieving a desired result. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please head over to archiecares.com/listen to subscribe and leave a review. Doing so helps others find our show. You can also follow Archie on Instagram @archie_cares and at our podcast Instagram @whatafeelingpod for more mental wellness & “What A Feeling!” content. For more information about the work Archie does or to book him for a mental wellness or prevention program, please visit archiecares.com. Connect with Jay Thooft: Website: Trainwithperc.com Instagram: @trainwithperc Facebook: @trainwithperc Connect with Archie Cares: Website: archiecares.com Email: archie@archiecares.com Instagram: @archie_cares Facebook: archie.messbunt LinkedIn: Archie Messersmith-Bunting

Kathryn Burmeister is an attorney and a tireless advocate for her clients. As a human being, she channels her passion for others into animal rescue, charities, and other causes. She is an entrepreneur, author, and speaker on beating adversity and women’s self care. A native Atlantan, Kathryn has lived in Woodstock since she was two. An only child, she is of English, German, and Scots-Irish descent, and the second in her family to graduate college, earning her bachelors and law degrees from Mercer University. In this episode, Archie and Kathryn start the conversation around Kathryn’s profession as an attorney. Kathryn shares some of the experiences and events that eventually led her to suicidal ideation. They discuss some of the shocking statistics around suicide in America and how to reach out to family, friends and coworkers when they aren’t showing up in their usual way. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please share an episode with others. And, if you're really loving what you're hearing, please leave a review on Apple iTunes - it's the only way a new Podcast grows it's listener base - and follow us on Instagram at @whatafeelingpod for all things "What a Feeling!" Connect with Katherine Burmeister Website: www.katherinefburmeister.com Instagram: @kfburmeister                                       Facebook: Katerine Burmeister Connect with Archie Cares: Website: www.archiecares.com  Email: archie@archiecares.com  Instagram: @archie_cares Facebook: archie.messbunt LinkedIn: Archie Messersmith-Bunting

James Bullard is a wandering artist with deep Southern roots and fiery passions for tight harmonies, TIDE football, and family—both blood and made. Armed with aggressive optimism and a kick-ass tenor voice, he enjoys life to the fullest wherever it may take him and he is grateful for the opportunities. From Alabama to New York City, Charlotte to Vegas and all around the world, James has made every stop a stage and many a star and streetlamp a spotlight. Bitten early and hard by both the travel and acting bugs, he set his sights on seeing and doing as much as he could pack into the years he’s been given. Following a "husky" youth, James shares his knowledge and experiences with others on similar fitness journeys. From entertainment to real estate, James’ vocations have often mixed business with pleasure. Now fully vaccinated and ready to roam, he’s looking forward to getting back to work with The Adventure Dudes, a frugal travelers’ blog he runs with his friend Andrew. In this episode, Archie is joined by his long time friend, James Bullard. James is a free spirit that really just goes with the flow and has achieved success by staying open and following the path he was meant to lead in life. It hasn’t always been easy but James talks about the importance of “finding the yesses.” They discuss how they broke through the barriers that they faced around not quite fitting in when growing up and James also gives a great strategy for taking small, incremental steps outside of your comfort zone so you can achieve an infinitely rich life even in the Covid era.  If you’re enjoying this podcast, please share an episode with others. And, if you're really loving what you're hearing, please leave a review on Apple iTunes - it's the only way a new Podcast grows it's listener base - and follow us on Instagram at @whatafeelingpod for all things "What a Feeling!" Connect with James Bullard: Website: www.jamesebullard.com & www.theadventuredudes.com  Instagram: @theadventuredudes                                          Facebook: James.Bullard Twitter: @THEJamesBullard Connect with Archie Cares: Website: www.archiecares.com  Email: archie@archiecares.com  Instagram: @archie_cares Facebook: archie.messbunt LinkedIn: Archie Messersmith-Bunting

Brandon Eastman helps leaders and purpose-driven achievers optimize their lifestyle so that they make progress towards their goals while experiencing more feelings of joy and fulfillment. His work focuses around the 5 key areas of our lives; emotions, physical fitness, finances, relationships & spirituality. Archie and Brandon start this episode with a conversation around identity. Brandon shares openly about how his identity was strongly connected to his physical appearance and achievements, and talks about why he didn’t feel any better after losing weight and making great strides toward his personal goals. They also dig into the concept of mindfulness and visualization and how those two things can really be a game changer for our personal and professional lives. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please share an episode with others. And, if you're really loving what you're hearing, please leave a review on Apple iTunes - it's the only way a new Podcast grows it's listener base - and follow us on Instagram at @whatafeelingpod for all things "What a Feeling!" Connect with Brandon Eastman: Facebook: Brandon S Eastman                                             Instagram: @brandon.s.Eastman                                               Spotify: The Be Better Broadcast! Connect with Archie Cares: Website: www.archiecares.com  Email: archie@archiecares.com  Instagram: @archie_cares Facebook: archie.messbunt LinkedIn: archiemb

In episode 011 of What a Feeling!, Archie is joined by James Robilotta, author, speaker and coach. James and Archie discuss how worldview can shift when you become a parent, how humor is sometimes used as a coping mechanism, and the importance of listening, learning, and putting into action when it comes to advocating for those affected by systemic oppression. James Robilotta is an author, speaker, personal coach, emcee, and entrepreneur. His book, Leading Imperfectly is available wherever people buy books. He speaks internationally to willing and unwilling attendees about authentic leadership, vulnerability, and storytelling. His clients include AMEX, GE, and many others. His podcast is called “Diner Talks with James” and it’s new so he’s a little insecure about it but it’s also pretty great. To learn more, visit his website JamesTRobo.com. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please share an episode with others. And, if you're really loving what you're hearing, please leave a review on Apple iTunes - it's the only way a new Podcast grows it's listener base - and follow us on Instagram at @whatafeelingpod for all things "What a Feeling!" Connect with James Robilotta: Website: www.JamesTRobo.com Instagram: @jamestrobo Facebook: james.robilotta Twitter: @jamestrobo Podcast: Diner Talks with James  Connect with Archie Cares: Website: www.archiecares.com  Email: archie@archiecares.com  Instagram: @archie_cares Facebook: archie.messbunt LinkedIn: archiemb

Chris Molina is the recipient of the 2020 NAMCA College Speaker of the Year Award (National Association for Masterminds & Co-curricular Advancement), an Amazon Best-Selling Author of his book “I’m in a Leadership Role, Now What? The Student Edition”, a Podcaster on the Professional by Choice Podcast & the How’d You Meet Podcast, a Personal Development Coach, a United States Marine Corps Veteran (serving 7 years on Active Duty), a Purdue University Alum, and a Leadership Literacy Expert. More than anything, Chris is a Father (#GirlDad), a Husband, a Son. a Brother, and an East Chicago, Indiana native. In this episode, Archie and Chris break down the ways that being “other”, or different, have shaped their upbringing, feelings and emotions. They discuss limiting beliefs that they’ve experienced, where those beliefs came from and how uncovering the belief itself is the key to transforming your life. They also speak very openly about “code switching”, and the times they’ve felt pressure to change something about themselves in order to fit in with their environment at the time. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please share an episode with others. And, if you're really loving what you're hearing, please leave a review on Apple iTunes - it's the only way a new Podcast grows it's listener base - and follow us on Instagram at @whatafeelingpod for all things "What a Feeling!" Connect with Chris Molina: Website: www.chris-molina.com Instagram: @sgt.Molina  Facebook: Chris Molina Podcast: How’d You Meet Connect with Archie Cares: Website: www.archiecares.com  Email: archie@archiecares.com  Instagram: @archie_cares Facebook: archie.messbunt LinkedIn: archiemb

In episode 009 of What a Feeling!, Archie is joined by Dr. Kate Steiner, a burnout recovery coach & expert. Kate and Archie discuss what burnout is, “burn events” that happen in our life each week, and why your mental health should be taken just as seriously as your physical health. Dr. Steiner shares about the symptoms of full on burnout, some of the causes, and how being intentional and having a recovery plan in place is the key to staying healthy. Dr. Steiner, is a Burnout Recovery Coach and founder of LIFT Wellness Consulting. She supports professionals who are burdened by burnout to recovery through a guided reflection process. Holding A Master’s of Counseling and a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, her practice is grounded in the research-based Steiner Self-Reflective Sustainability and Wellness (SSRSW) model. She has been a researcher in wellness and burnout for over 15 years. Dr. Steiner is the author of the "Burnout: A Guide for Every Professional to Identify, Prepare, and Recover their Joy." Her mission is to end the burnout cycle for professionals so they are living happier, healthier lives. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please share an episode with others. And, if you're really loving what you're hearing, please leave a review on Apple iTunes - it's the only way a new Podcast grows it's listener base - and follow us on Instagram at @whatafeelingpod for all things "What a Feeling!" Connect with Dr. Kate Steiner: Website: https://liftwellnessconsulting.com/ Instagram: @drkatesteiner Facebook: Lift Wellness Consulting Linkedin: Kate Steiner                                                                  Worksheet: Free Burnout Recovery Reflection Work Page Connect with Archie Cares: Website: www.archiecares.com  Email: archie@archiecares.com  Instagram: @archie_cares Facebook: archie.messbunt LinkedIn: archiemb

Evan Stewart is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and venture consultant with a knack for growing people-oriented, profit-rich organizations. A firm believer in leaving individuals and companies better than they were found, his mission is simple: to create a world in which people are inspired by their potential, motivated by their progress, and fulfilled through their life’s work. His adventurous spirit is fed through rock climbing, hiking, and exploring remote parts of the world. When he is not in the Rocky Mountains or leading his companies, Evan is often found speaking at various events, or in the studio as a podcast guest to shows around the world. Evan was born and raised in Dallas, Texas, where he currently resides with his wife, Brittany, and dog, Owen. In this episode, Evan & Archie talk about how great conversations can be born simply by getting two like minded individuals together who are eager and willing to be present in that moment. They discuss when and how obsession can be a good thing and how easy it is to break down success when you can break down the pattern of consistency that you need to follow to get there. Evan also talks about how people can sometimes get stuck in their emotions and feelings, which ultimately prevent them from taking the action to move forward toward the things they want to achieve. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please share an episode with others. And, if you're really loving what you're hearing, please leave a review on Apple iTunes - it's the only way a new Podcast grows it's listener base - and follow us on Instagram at @whatafeelingpod for all things "What a Feeling!" Connect with Evan Stewart: LinkedIn: Evan Stewart Instagram: @ev.stew Connect with Archie Cares: Website: www.archiecares.com  Email: archie@archiecares.com  Instagram: @archie_cares Facebook: archie.messbunt LinkedIn: archiemb

Dan Mason, of the Life Amplified podcast, joins Archie for Episode #007 of What a Feeling! Dan had an incredibly successful carrier in radio and from the outside looking in, he had “made it.” But inside Dan knew there had to be more to this thing called life, and happiness, and “success”. So he walked away from what the world considers “success” to find true happiness and fulfillment. Today Dan hosts the wildly successful podcast, Life Amplified, and is America’s #1 career & life reinvention coach. He helps “unfulfilled high performers trade the corporate world for their true calling— so they can create a career and life with more impact, income, and happiness.” If you’re enjoying this podcast, please share an episode with others. And, if you're really loving what you're hearing, please leave a review on Apple iTunes - it's the only way a new Podcast grows it's listener base - and follow us on Instagram at @whatafeelingpod for all things "What a Feeling!" Connect with Dan Mason: Website: wwww.creativesoulcoaching.net Instagram:@cscdanmason Facebook:@CSoulCoaching Podcast: Creative Soul Coaching Connect with Archie Cares: Website: www.archiecares.com  Email: archie@archiecares.com  Instagram: @archie_cares Facebook: archie.messbunt LinkedIn: archiemb

Angela Hucles Mangano is a two-time Olympic Gold Medalist for U.S. Soccer, two-time FIFA World Cup Bronze Medalist, former professional soccer player of the Boston Breakers and the U.S. Soccer Foundation’s 2009 Humanitarian of the Year. She’s also a proud alum of the University of Virginia where she currently sits on the University’s Board of Visitors, an ESPN & NBC soccer analyst & sports commentator who’ll be calling games for the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, and a founding owner in the newest NWSL expansion team, Angel City FC. Oh, and she’s also a wife, a mom, and a really, really amazing human. Our conversation is really raw and honest from the moment we start chatting. Angela shares what it was like being a black, female, member of the LGTBQ+ community vying for a spot on the number one women’s soccer team in the world. Angela also talks about a very pivotal moment in her life when she really felt like this game of soccer was something she could really do. And, of course, we talk about what it feels like to win TWO Olympic gold medals with her first coming in Athens, the birthplace of the modern day Olympics. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please share an episode with others. And, if you're really loving what you're hearing, please leave a review on Apple iTunes - it's the only way a new Podcast grows it's listener base - and follow us on Instagram at @whatafeelingpod for all things "What a Feeling!" Connect with Angela Hucles: Website: Fueling Dynamic Leaders Instagram:@angelahucles Twitter: @angelahucles Connect with Archie Cares: Website: www.archiecares.com  Email: archie@archiecares.com  Instagram: @archie_cares Facebook: archie.messbunt LinkedIn: archiemb

Today, Arlina Allen is a Life & Recovery Coach, the founder of Sober Life School, and host of the award-winning recovery podcast "The One Day At A Time Podcast". But life did not begin so rosy for Arlina as she experienced trauma at a very early age. Much of her early quest to be noticed and loved helped feed her search for love and acceptance later in life through alcohol & drugs. Arlina & Archie, who both began their recovery journey in a 12-Step program, talk openly about their experiences in Alcoholics Anonymous and how waiting until someone has completely crashed and burned might not be best option for all people. Arlina also shares about what it was like leaving her job in corporate America to truly live her life’s purpose – one that has her living today in 100% alignment with her values. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please share an episode with others. And, if you're really loving what you're hearing, please leave a review on Apple iTunes - it's the only way a new Podcast grows it's listener base - and follow us on Instagram at @whatafeelingpod for all things "What a Feeling!" Connect with Arlina Allen: Website: Sober Life School Website: Reinvent – Self Esteem Course. Instagram:@odaatcha Podcast: One Day At A Time Podcast Connect with Archie Cares: Website: www.archiecares.com  Email: archie@archiecares.com  Instagram: @archie_cares Facebook: archie.messbunt LinkedIn: archiemb

Former Major League Baseball player, Mike Marjama, has found a new mission. One that will see his voice and his story help countless people who may be struggling with an eating disorder. Marjama, who made his Major League debut with the Seattle Mariners in 2017, is now using his truth, his entire truth, to impact & help others. Mike developed a severe eating disorder as a high school athlete and ultimately found himself in an in-patient treatment facility. 

 In this episode, Mike & Archie get very real and honest about all things addiction and what it’s like to find recovery as a male battling an eating disorder. Mike shares openly about how his obsession with his body image began to spiral out of control and consume his every action. He also shares how he is coming to terms with his departure from baseball and how today he is finding a new love in life: giving of his heart and passion to help others. 

 If you’re enjoying this podcast, please share an episode with others. And, if you're really loving what you're hearing, please leave a review on Apple iTunes - it's the only way a new Podcast grows it's listener base - and follow us on Instagram at @whatafeelingpod for all things "What a Feeling!" Connect with Mike Marjama: Website: www.mikemarjama.com. Instagram:@mike.marjama Connect with Archie Cares: Website: www.archiecares.com  Email: archie@archiecares.com  Instagram: @archie_cares Facebook: archie.messbunt LinkedIn: archiemb

In Episode 3 Archie catches up with women’s tackle football Hall of Fame inductee Monica D. Livingston. Monica is a lifelong athlete who late in life found herself as an all-star running back for the winningest team in the Women’s Football Alliance (WFA), the DC Divas. Today she is an educator, business owner, and a professional speaker who has presented for organizations like the NBA, NFL, MLB, FedEx, and the YMCA. Our conversation ranges from the recent inequities at the NCAA Women’s Basketball tournament, what it was like growing up as a black, female in sports, how she found herself playing women’s professional tackle football, and how she chose that a career ending injury on the football field would end her career on her terms. Monica is as authentic as they come and uses every bit of adversity in her life to today help coach others in theirs. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please share an episode with others. And, if you're really loving what you're hearing, please leave a review on Apple iTunes - it's the only way a new Podcast grows it's listener base - and follow us on Instagram at @whatafeelingpod for all things "What a Feeling!" Connect with Monica Livingston: Website: www.monicadlivingtson.com Instagram: @livingston3636 Facebook:Monica D. Livingston Connect with Archie Cares: Website: www.archiecares.com  Email: archie@archiecares.com  Instagram: @archie_cares Facebook: archie.messbunt LinkedIn: archiemb

Eric Skwarczynski, host and creator of the Preacher Boys podcast, has been standing up to those in the IFB (Independent Fundamental Baptist) Church who want to silence the voices of survivors of mental, physical, and sexual abuse since he was a teenager. At a young age, he was faced with the question, “Do I stand up for what I know is right and ask the tough questions or do I just go with the flow and not rock the boat?” Eric, rightfully so, chose to rock the boat and has been doing it ever since.   In this episode we talk through what life was like growing up in the IFB, how he managed the multitude of feelings he faced during a pivotal moment in his young life, how he’s made peace with his beliefs and the church, and how he takes care of himself as he provides space for survivors of trauma to share their stories with the world. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please share an episode with others. And, if you're really loving what you're hearing, please leave a review on Apple iTunes - it's the only way a new Podcast grows it's listener base - and follow us on Instagram at @whatafeelingpod for all things "What a Feeling!" Connect with Eric Skwarczynski: Website:www.preacherboysdoc.com Instagram:@preacherboysdoc Facebook:preacherboysdoc Connect with Archie Cares: Website: www.archiecares.com  Email: archie@archiecares.com  Instagram: @archie_cares Facebook: archie.messbunt LinkedIn: archiemb

In the very first episode of What A Feeling!, Archie is joined by Dr. Lori Hart. Dr. Hart has been a champion of promoting health and safety on college campuses for over two decades, she approaches difficult conversations with science and human behavior along with dignity and respect. In this episode they talk feelings on the church, religion, adoption, diversity, unhealthy relationships, and much more. Lori also talks about how she worked through several emotionally challenging situations in her life and they discuss how important it is for us to get back to loving other humans. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please share an episode with others. And, if you're really loving what you're hearing, please leave a review on Apple iTunes - it's the only way a new Podcast grows it's listener base - and follow us on Instagram at @whatafeelingpod for all things "What a Feeling!" Connect with Dr Lori Hart: Website: thecatalystagency.us/about-dr-hart Facebook:drlorihart Twitter:@drlorihart Connect with Archie Cares: Website: www.archiecares.com  Email: archie@archiecares.com  Instagram: @archie_cares Facebook: archie.messbunt LinkedIn: archiemb

In this intro episode of What a Feeling! your host, Archie Messersmith-Bunting, gives you a sneak peak of what podcast episodes will be like. You'll learn that Archie is an open book and this is just the first chapter.