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The Discomfort Zone

Anna Levesque

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Do you have a passion that you really want to pursue, but fear keeps getting in your way? It's time for you to find the courage to step into your Discomfort Zone. The Discomfort Zone seems like a scary place, but it is the learning and growth zone. You can't follow your passion, fulfill your potential or accomplish great things (whatever that means to you) without stepping into, and through your Discomfort Zone. Host Anna Levesque is a distinguished whitewater kayak and mental agility coach. ...
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Let's face it, life is uncomfortable. Whether it's interacting with other humans (or trying to), going after our goals and improving our lives, or understanding other people's perspectives, preferences and proclivities, being able to face the discomforts in life with courage, compassion, confidence and resilience will make life a lot more enjoyable! So join me as we DANCE IN THE DISCOMFORT ZONE! We'll explore new ideas, learn how to build our confidence, courage and resilience, and laugh a l ...
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Jason Herterich

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Discomfort Zone is a podcast about living with chronic illness and disability. Through interviews, conversations, and stories, each episode uncovers what it means to be chronically ill and disabled. Jason helps listeners understand that the best way to cope with the discomfort of illness is to turn towards it and laugh at it. Jason is an engineering graduate who reinvented himself as a podcaster and chronic illness/disability advocate after developing fibromyalgia, myalgic encephalomyelitis ...
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In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the world of holistic wellness with expert coach Tiffany Simms. Far from being a "woo-woo" concept, holistic wellness is a practical approach to achieving balance in all areas of life. Tiffany shares her journey from corporate burnout to wellness advocate, sparked by a life-changing 5K at Disney. Key T…
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I am thrilled to be the closing keynote speaker at the upcoming Iowa Lean Consortium 2024 Fall Conference (https://www.ciras.iastate.edu/iowalean/ilc-learning-opportunities/ilc-2024-annual-conference/) where I will be sharing the stage with Rick Faber and Jesse DePriest, co-founders of the 5L Performance Group (https://5lperformancegroup.com/). In …
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In this episode, certified counselor Somerville Johnston returns to the show to do a dive deep with Anna into the mental health impacts of Hurricane Helene on their Asheville community. They candidly explore the emotional landscape of discomfort, self-care, and survivor guilt, while underscoring the essential role of community support in the healin…
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In this exciting episode, join me as I recount our epic vacation adventure across five countries, featuring two thrilling marathons, a global speakers conference, and doing my very own TEDx talk, and the surprise win from that event! This journey was a blend of challenges and wonderful, unforgettable moments. We bookended our adventure in vibrant c…
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Last week Hurricane Helene devastated parts of our town and much of Western North Carolina. This is a solo episode on my reflections of the past week because it felt like the right thing to do rather than go to a pre-recorded interview episode. I literally re-recorded this episode 4 times because nothing I say captures all of the emotions and thoug…
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Dancing in the Discomfort Zone is all about embracing the awkward and uncomfortable moments in life to shimmy your way to success! Arel Moodie ( www.arelmoodie.com) is a stellar example of this philosophy. He’s not just a business whiz; he’s a master of turning discomfort into opportunity. In this episode, he spills the beans on how he navigates th…
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If you want to learn to set better boundaries, then to tune into this week’s episode about my absolute favorite teaching from the river: How to set boundaries like river banks. Learning how to set boundaries around what’s important to you is essential to living a life that is fulfilling and meaningful to you. Unfortunately, boundaries can get a bad…
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Transform Your Life with Maraya Brown: Yale-Trained Hormone Specialist & Midwife Discover the expertise of Maraya Brown, a Yale-educated hormone specialist and midwife with a wealth of experience in functional medicine. As the visionary behind The Women’s Vibrancy Code program and podcast, Maraya empowers women to rediscover their vitality and embr…
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Explore Personal Evolution with Beth Ziesenis: From Career Struggles to AI Insights Join us as we delve into the fascinating journey of Beth Ziesenis, the renowned tech expert behind Your Nerdy Best Friend. In this episode, Beth opens up about her personal evolution—from escaping a soul-sucking job and navigating a mental health diagnosis to formin…
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In this episode of the "Dancing in the Discomfort Zone" podcast, host Anne Bonney sits down with Jasmine Brett Stringer, a professional speaker, TV personality, and author on a mission to help people live empowered and authentic lives. Wwe talked about: Embracing Uncertainty and Pursuing Happiness: Jasmine shares how a pivotal moment of being laid …
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If you need some positive inspo this week, this episode is for you! Stephen Wright is one of the most accomplished and positive paddlers I know. In this conversation Stephen shares how he navigates his discomfort zone in competition, squirt boating, coaching and starting his carbon boat building company, Dreamboat Kayaks. You’ll learn about his coa…
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Celebrating Our 300th Episode: A Journey of Risks and Rewards! The adventure that commences this week all started at the Global Speakers Summit in Bali, where I took a leap of faith and put down a deposit. Fast forward 14 months, and here we are—celebrating our 300th episode! 🎉 and I’m about to embark on an epic three-week adventure across five cou…
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Understanding ADHD and Neurodiversity with Erica Shoop: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Empowerment In this enlightening episode, Erica Shoop from Find Your Kula dives deep into the complexities of ADHD and neurodiversity. Initially researching ADHD to better understand her partner, Erica uncovered valuable insights about herself, leading to a prof…
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Join me for an inspiring conversation with Sophie Gilfillan, recent silver medalist in Junior Women at the World Freestyle Championships, who has also excelled in slalom kayaking, and creek boating. In this episode of the Discomfort Zone Podcast, Sophie delves into the delicate balance between rational and irrational fear, sharing how she navigates…
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Navigating ADHD and Neurodiversity with Leslie Josel: Expert Strategies for Students and Parents Explore the world of ADHD and neurodiversity with Leslie Josel, a renowned ADHD Student & Parenting Coach. (https://www.orderoochaos.com/) In this insightful episode, Leslie discusses how the traditional educational system often overlooks the needs of n…
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Belonging in a word that is being thrown around a lot in the workplace, and in the world. What is the impact of not having community. I think we’re seeing the backlash in some of the mental health statistics, crime, division and many other huge societal problems that we’re seeing. Charles Vogl (https://www.charlesvogl.com/) is trying to change that…
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Nicole Bernardin, a passionate ultra runner, reminds us to separate fact from fiction to stop ourselves from getting derailed by the lows or the highs of racing and life. She shares her mental agility strategies for completing endurance races, and how the sport has helped her cultivate patience, resilience and confidence in all areas of her life. N…
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Imagine recovering from a catastrophic climbing accident that resulted in major multi -systems trauma, including a skull fracture, a broken back, bruises in both lungs and 15 broken bones, to race the Green just 11 months later. Adam Herzog, an accomplished whitewater kayaker and outdoor enthusiast, did just that. This week, Adam shares his journey…
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National Human Trafficking Hotline: Call for confidential help and info 24/7 888-373-7888 Human trafficking is a multi-BILLION dollar criminal industry (Estimated at $5.7 billion in the US alone…and the US has some of the highest demand in the world.) Human trafficking denies freedom to almost 25 million people around the world. (and those numbers …
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Shane Benedict, co-founder of Liquid Logic Kayaks, is one of the most confident paddlers that I know, and in this conversation he shares how he cultivated that confidence, and has sustained it for 40+ years on the water. He also talks about his passion for designing kayaks, and what part of the design and development process feels most uncomfortabl…
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Running is one of those things. You either identify as one, or you don’t, and when Martinus Evans’s (https://martinusevans.com/) doctor office called him fat and said he was going to die, he never thought that he would become a running sensation, but baby, look at him now! Martinus is a proud, fat marathon runner (8 marathons to date!) a best-selli…
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Shawanna Kendrick, founder of The Hiking, Healing and Outdoors Life (H2O), shares how her recent expedition to Mt Kilimanjaro in Tanzania was both a personal and generational goal, and the lessons she learned along the way. Our conversation delves into cultivating self-awareness and personal growth through adventure, the benefits of pushing through…
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Public speaking is one of those things that terrifies people, and for Eduardo Placer, (https://eduardoplacer.com/) if started with show-and-tell in second grade! Finding that inner confidence and safety in that vulnerability is a challenge, and in this insightful, love-filled episode, we explore that theme throughout Eduardo’s life, and discuss how…
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Benny Marr is known as one of the best big wave and river paddlers in the world, but I’ve always been just as impressed by his self-awareness, growth mindset and lighthearted humor. There’s so much packed into this episode! Benny shares his thoughts on ego and kayaking, and how he has used his ego for both ‘good’ and ‘evil’ throughout his career. H…
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Loneliness, it’s a terrible feeling in and of itself, but when compounded by isolation, feeling like you can’t ask for help and the pressure to be successful on your own, it can lead to extreme anxiety, overwhelm, burn out and depression! This is happening to many people, but especially high performing leaders, so this week I welcome Nick Jonsson, …
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Brenna Keller, a top PSIA ski instructor and guide, dives into the interplay between fear and excitement, highlighting how mindset can help achieve a flow state. .She explains how fear, when managed properly, can enhance performance. The conversation also examines the discomfort zone beyond skiing, particularly in communication and relationships, w…
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We're all moving at a million miles an hour these days, and firing off e-mails and text messages in an effort to keep up! But how many clients are we losing, colleagues are we overworking and how much credibility are we losing because of our efficiency? A LOT! In this episode, I discuss the very uncomfortable process of slowing down to double check…
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In this episode, helicopter air ambulance pilot, Holley Gardel, shares strategies for transforming negative feelings into powerful cues that propel you to perform at your best. We talk about the power of mental performance training, how it unlocks potential in every aspect of life, and how it’s not just for elite athletes. Holley champions thorough…
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Passion! The old adage goes that when you love what you do, you never work a day in your life, and this week’s guest Scott Syphax (www.syphaxstrategic.com) lived by that saying…until he didn’t! Massive success and still he knew when it was time to step away and let someone with passion take the reins. A very humble move, but because of the way he s…
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Abby Holcombe, a world champion kayaker who started paddling while traveling the world with her parents in their Winnebago van, shares her strategies for overcoming fear and building confidence while pushing her limits. Abby tells the story of running the Grand Canyon at the age of 12, and how that trip taught her the value of breaking challenges i…
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STRESS! It’s hard enough to deal with stress, but when you need to perform under stress, the challenges really pile on! This is why I welcome Dr Karen MacNeill (www.macneillperformance.com), psychologist, mental performance consultant and speaker to talk about how she consults with Olympians, professional athletes, and high level leaders and execut…
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In this episode, Shaun Eggie, a military veteran who has found healing through whitewater kayaking, shares his experiences and strategies for navigating discomfort and post-military life. Passionate about supporting veterans in re-integrating into civilian life, and healing mental injuries, Shaun talks about strategies for grounding, the importance…
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Flux! Things are always changing, and this week’s guest knows this all too well! April Rinne (https://aprilrinne.com/) joins us to share the creation of her career and life portfolio, and how shifting perspective and moving forward despite challenges and speedbumps has led her to a very happy and healthy life full of service to others and great gif…
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What does it take to get to become World Champion, and run some of the most challenging rapids in the world? In this episode, Freestyle World Champion and top extreme paddler, Sage Donnelly shares the strategies she uses in competition, and when taking on big whitewater, to calm her mind, stay focused and find her flow. Not only is she a successful…
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“Be BOLD, be BRAVE, be SEEN, be HEARD and BE PAID WELL!” Audiences around the country yell this with this week’s guest Pegine (https://www.pegine.com/). Like Madonna, Oprah and J-Lo, she needs only one name! From a gang member in the Bronx to a high achieving, multi-award winning entrepreneur, Pegine know how to make things happen. She tells us how…
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In this episode Chris Gragtmans, a former professional kayaker, life-long adventurer who now works in commercial real estate, talks about setting boundaries and finding balance between family, work and adventure. Chris shares his philosophy on working smarter, not harder, and why learning how to say no is key to his success in following your passio…
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Trauma. Addiction. Uncomfortable topics, but ones that are vital to talk about so we can get through them ourselves, or so we can support our loved ones and fellow citizens, so this week I welcome Mary Beth O’Connor, former junkie, retired judge, and now an advocate, speaker and trainer on all things addiction and trauma recovery. This episode is J…
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Emily Jackson, a three-time world freestyle champion and marketing director at Jackson Kayak, shares what it was like growing up in a famous paddling family and how her unconventional childhood has shaped her approach to discomfort and goal setting. She describes her journey of overcoming the fear of disappointing others, particularly her father, a…
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I'm working on a TedX talk, and recently visited a very special AirBnB on a farm where they let me milk goats! I had to override the voice of doubt in my head...and it was TOTALLY worth it! If you want to see the AirBnB, here's a video tour! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOqgDpjjXzk&t=33sAnne Bonney による
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