In this episode, Jenna explores the importance of trust in developing empathy and taking risks. We'll shares strategies for movement explorations and improvisation to help clients build self-awareness and a growth mindset. We also discuss the benefits of reflective practices and creating a consistent and safe community for risk-taking.
The episode aims to give listeners ideas & strategies for expanding their capacity for implementing risk-taking into their teaching practices as well as everyday life. Tune in to discover new ways to approach movement and build confidence in taking risks.
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In this episode, Jenna dives deep into the challenges that movement teachers face with imposter syndrome and self doubt. We examine the difficulties that arise from a lack of standardization in the movement teaching world and the pressure to meet unrealistic aesthetic standards in fitness. We also discuss the importance of partnership in coaching, and the benefits of going outside of the expected lines of technique. Finally, we explore the issue of impostor syndrome and the fear of being judged by peers. Tune in to gain valuable insights and learn how to free yourself from the shackles of doubt and self-judgment in the movement industry.
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Welcome to another episode of JZ Unfiltered, where we support wellness professionals in taking care of themselves both in their personal and professional lives. In this episode, we're discussing setting and maintaining boundaries. As a wellness professional, you know how important it is to take care of yourself if you want to take care of others. And yet, it can be challenging to say no or set firm boundaries when clients or colleagues ask for more than you're willing or able to give.
Jenna shares a personal story of feeling challenged in maintaining boundaries when a client asked her to babysit. She realized that this person wasn't taking her profession seriously and was taking advantage of her kind nature. It's important to recognize when clients are crossing boundaries and to be firm in saying no to requests that don't fit within your scope of work.
Mental and physical exhaustion are signs that you're reaching your limits and need to take a step back. Whether it's taking a break, asking for help, or setting boundaries, it's important to put your well-being first. Jena suggests reflecting on where and why you may compromise your boundaries, despite knowing that you cannot do everything. Is it pressure to please others or fear of losing clients? It's crucial to understand why you may be feeling this way so you can take steps to address those feelings and set clear boundaries moving forward.
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In this episode, we discuss the bigger picture of how our communities and mental health are affected when we are complaining, critiquing, and gossiping. We'll also talk about things that contribute to our need to complain. This is a rich, empathic episode that's full of resources (and even a song!)
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In the first part of this two part series, we discuss what it feels like to be done with owning a studio. Jenna maps out a big-themed plan of tips and considerations for next step. In the next episode, we'll explore what it's like to be at the beginning of your journey of studio ownership - just to keep the scales balaneced :
Be sure to check out the links below to pre-order Jenna's e-book and join the waitlist for the Build Your Specialty Program Intensive.
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In this Teachable Moments episode, Jenna pays homage to March Matness, why it took off like wildfire and is still going strong and discusses a recent marketing lesson about bringing female gifts to the table in a world that is often dominated by male strategies.
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In this Expert Chat, we speak with Functional Medicine Dr and Clinical Nutritionist, Dr. Gina Sirchio-Lotus. We dive deep into nutrition, supplementation, gut health and the stress effects of the pandemic. This is absolutely one to take notes on!
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In this episode, we explore the negative aspects of being "nice" in a session and how they can become obstacles to our client's learning progress.
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We're thrilled to welcome Rina Raphael to the podcast this week for a chat about her book (which is a fan fave in the JZ Movement Pro Community) The Gospel Of Wellness!
Rina is a business journalist who covers health, wellness, tech, and women's issues. She contributes to publications such as Fast Company magazine, The New York Times, L.A. Times, Men's Health, and more. Her industry newsletter Well To Do examines the latest wellness trends. She is the author of The Gospel of Wellness, an exploration and critique of the wellness industry, its role in women's lives, the forces that gave rise to the phenomenon—and could ultimately bring it down (Henry Holt / Macmillan, Sept. 2022).
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In this episode we discuss the element of "quiet quitting" happening in many workplaces and how it applies to working with clients. Jenna also shares strategies to help navigate through this common experience.
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It's part II of my conversation with Kyle Georgina Marsh and this time we took it one step further to unpack what happens "after the rant." We talk about scenarios for revising language, having meaningful and informative conversations with clients and what it means to revise in the moment.
Hope you enjoy!
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Learn about the concept of the "Prison of Specialness" and how we can inadvertently become involved in professional situations that cause us to lose our autonomy.
In our first miniature TTFT (Tasty Teaching Food For Thought) episode, Jenna discusses the concept of Movement Affinities and how they can help you better approach your client's sessions. We'll discuss the concept and you'll receive a simple assignment to put into your client practice right away.
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Last week's episode with Ashlen Hilliard brought about lots of response fro our community as well as many feels from JZ. In this episode, we discuss the origins of resentment, how they relate to burnout and how to set boundaries that help. Also we breathe a lot with trains....because abusive power dynamics?
Listen to Episode 12 for context and be sure to connect with JZ @ coachjz@jennazaffino.com
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How to connect with Cult Interventionist, Ashlen Hilliard:
https://www.peopleleavecults.com/
https://linktr.ee/peopleleavecults
https://www.instagram.com/peopleleavecults/
https://www.facebook.com/peopleleavecults
https://www.linkedin.com/company/people-leave-cults-llc/
Email address: ahilliard@peopleleavecults.com
The Book Of Boundaries By Melissa Urban
The title for this presentation, “MIND FIXERS: The History of Mass Therapy With its Roots in Mind Dynamics Institute, Misuse of Zen Insights, and Hyping the Positive Thinking of New Thought Religion,” covers a vast arena for specialized workshops that range from one day to several weeks. Borrowing techniques from encounter group formats, military boot camp training, and the mindfulness movements, these specialized groups operate as unregulated mass therapy businesses and are not licensed as mental health professions. The stated purpose of these “large group awareness training” is to increase self-realization and success in life. The outcomes, however, are problematic with some critics claiming that a form of “brainwashing” is taking place that emphasizes promotion of the workshops while any real-life gains are highly questionable. Some participants report psychological and social harm. The speakers will guide a discussion to address the criticisms.
- Aspects of Cult Recovery
- Biderman’s Chart of Coercion
- Checklist of Cult Characteristics
- Clinical Update on Cults
- Coming Out of the Cults
- Coping with Triggers
- Cult Deception, Dependency, and Dread
- Cult Formation
- Dysfunctional Churches (Cultic)
- Essay: Coping With Trance States
- Evaluating Your Cult Involvement
- Group (Cult, Religion) Psychological Abuse Scale
- How to Find Information on a Cult or Group
- Influence (cult)
- On Using the Term “Cult”
- Post-Cult After Effects
- Reflections on Post Cult Recovery
- Robert Jay Lifton Criteria for Thought Reform
- Singer’s Six Conditions of Mind Control
- Strong Indications that our Relationship with a Spiritual Teacher is unhealthy
- The Manipulation of Spiritual Experience: Unethical Hypnosis in Destructive Cults
- The Relational System of the Traumatizing Narcissist
- Trauma and Recovery (cult, brainwashing)
- Types of Cults
- What is a cult?
- What messages are behind today’s cults?
Content Warning: Body Image, Disordered Eating, Aging, Body Ideals are all discussed in this episode. In addition, I share a story about a rabbit being attacked by my dog. If this content feels like it won't serve you're well being, please skip this episode.
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In this episode, we discuss the concept of "role incredulity," which is defined in the following way:
Role incredulity is a form of gender bias where women are mistakenly assumed to be in a support or stereotypically female role — a secretary, assistant, or nurse — rather than a leadership or stereotypically male role, such as CEO, lawyer, or doctor. Harvard Business Review
This topic is so important in the age of GURU-ISM and especially in the fitness/wellness realm. It will challenge you to investigate some of the ways you are celebrating the masters without investigating if their actions truly align with your values.
It's definitely an episode that will stoke your progressive fire!
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TW - This episode is an emotional deep dive and covers the topics of body dismorphia, disordered eating, alcoholism, abusive teaching/coaching techniques, and infertility. If you are in a space where listening to these stories would be triggering, please skip this episode.
For those who listen, my deepest gratitude. I hope we can all learn from these shares and start the important conversations that are LONG overdue.
xx JZ
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Devotions by Mary Oliver
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We're diving deep into the concept of Broken Wing Syndrome and how it applies to our client relationships, teacher training relationships and even the industry at large. This one is juicy! (and there's a little singing too)
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Broken Wing Syndrome (“BWS”) refers to non-resilient individuals, and specifically to those working in a family business, where their weaknesses (broken wings) attract well-meaning support from parents and other family members, in ways that are inappropriate, and ultimately unhelpful, to the family and the business. - Family Business United
The persistent need to help those who are damaged and broken, whether they ask for help or not. Also, the undeniable attraction that those who are damaged and broke have towards you. - Imperfectly Edie Blog
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This weeks RED🚦:
The name Washer Woman - Let me hear your new ones!
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In this week's episode, we talk about the condition of "Adult Disappointment" and how, when we are disappointed with a human who was supposed to be there to help us, we are allowed to feel grateful for the learning we received and also....disappointed in the ways they chose to behave. Listen in for some relateable stories, train breathing 😂 and tips to move forward.
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Small Business Boss Podcast - DUPED
Mike Birbiglia's Mention of Pilates 🤦 - The mention happens at 44:15
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This weeks RED🚦:
Not Knowing Pilates History/Pilates has a branding problem - This is not what you think...
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I'm diving deep into expanding the perspective surrounding the moments where we feel like we have no idea what we are doing. We'll look at this spiral moment of self-doubt, fear and critique and discuss strategies to help navigate through it.
We're also introducing a new feature for the new year - Red Lights and Green Lights. (yes - this is borrowed from the popcast - I love this show and love the concept. We're looking at it from a movement perspective)
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Movement-based Memberships - listen to learn why!
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Hello Everyone,
I'm dropping in with some big "mom" energy to remind you that it is ok to walk away, not start an online studio, eat nourishing food, have beliefs and stand behind them, teach what you love and not do it all in 2022. Also, you're doing a great job.
Love you,
Jenna