Your Sasstastic Life
Your Sasstastic Life
Wendi & Tricia
Join your hosts Tricia Rivas and Wendi Fredregill for Your Sasstastic Life,a podcast where we dive headfirst into the tough stuff. Your Sasstastic Life is all about sharing the gritty stories of adversity and struggle, so you can feel empowered, inspired, and know you're not alone. Think of this as your safe space to turn life's crap into rocket fuel for your future. We don't take ourselves too seriously and lean into humor to lighten the load. Buckle up, it's gonna be a sarcastic, sassy ride!  Grab your favorite beverage, kick back and get ready to laugh your way through life with us.Produced by Jason Fredregill - https://www.apexxcreative.vip
Episode 38 - The Art of Balancing Stress with Humor
Send us a textEver wondered what it truly means to fully live "your dash"? Discover how Sheri Zevenbergen, the inspirational founder of The DASH Mindset, transitioned from the corporate grind to a fulfilling career in coaching. Laughter over coffee tales blends with heartfelt discussions about adversity, highlighting the universal struggles of infertility and miscarriage. By sharing her journey, Sheri reminds us that living fully is a choice we must all make.Our conversation takes a humorous ...
Nov 14, 2024
51 min
Episode 37 - Facing Cancer with Courage and Heart
Send us a textWhat does it take to rise above life's most daunting challenges? Join us as we explore this question with Shannon Watson, a woman of remarkable strength and resilience. Shannon's journey as a dedicated paraeducator, loving mother, and cancer survivor paints an inspiring picture of triumph over adversity. As she candidly shares her personal experiences, you'll gain insights into the emotional complexities of battling illness, processing loss, and reshaping family dynamics after t...
Oct 31, 2024
42 min
Episode 36 - Hormones, Health, and Hope in Menopause
Send us a textCertified menopause practitioner and accomplished women's health nurse practitioner Maggie Livingston joins us to share her journey from postpartum nursing to filling the much-needed role of a menopause specialist in the Des Moines metro. She unfolds the realities of perimenopause and menopause, shedding light on the myriad of symptoms women face, from hot flashes to surprising patches of dryness. Together, we emphasize the pressing need for better education and advocacy in this...
Oct 17, 2024
1 hr 6 min
Episode 35 - Empowering Breast Health with Grace Breast Imaging & Medical Spa
Send us a textWe are excited to share our conversation about expert breast care and early cancer detection as we kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month with the inspiring founders of Grace Breast Imaging and Medical Spa, Dr. Andrea Lamphiear and Dr. Rachel Preisser. These incredible women share their remarkable journey from meeting at the University of Iowa to establishing Iowa's only women-owned medical imaging facility. Their dedication to personalized care and the challenges they've overco...
Oct 3, 2024
43 min
Episode 34 - Holistic Pelvic Floor Care, Trauma and Healing
Send us a textWhat if you could break the cycle of generational misinformation about pelvic health? Join us for a powerful conversation with Dr. Courtney Buhrow, an advocate for holistic pelvic care and founder of Revive Physical Therapy and Wellness. Dr. Courtney will share her professional journey and illuminate the importance of pelvic floor health for both men and women. You'll gain insights into common issues like urinary incontinence, sexual health, and the aftermath of traumatic births...
Sep 19, 2024
53 min
Episode 33 - Empty Nesting and Embracing Menopause
Send us a textFeeling a little lost now that the kids have flown the nest? Or maybe you’re in the thick of those hormonal rollercoasters known as perimenopause and menopause? We’ve got you covered in our latest podcast episode; trust us, it’s one you don’t want to miss.We’re sitting down with the ever-inspiring Kristin VanGundy, a powerhouse in coaching, retreats, Reiki, and all things women empowerment. Kristin’s journey from a bustling home of three daughters to an empty nest is nothing sho...
Sep 5, 2024
30 min
Episode 32- Working With Your Hormones To Empower Your Nutrition And Fitness
Send us a textJoin us as we sit down with Nikki Russell, a certified group fitness instructor and nutrition coach who turned her passion for fitness into a thriving business, Aptitude Fitness. Nikki shares her heartfelt journey from using running as a coping mechanism after a tough breakup to conquering marathons, including the iconic Boston Marathon. We also reminisce about the awkward moments of school fitness tests and how those experiences influence our current approach to physical health...
Aug 22, 2024
34 min
Episode 31 - Empathy, Humor, and the Art of Being Present
Send us a textJoin us for our 31st episode of Your Sasstastic Life, where we dish out the dirt on self-doubt and the never-ending quest for instant gratification. Wendi spills the tea on her health journey, cold plunges included (yes, she's that brave), and we dive into how our perception of time does a funhouse mirror trick depending on what we’re doing. We chat about rebounding from self-pity and the surprising wisdom that comes with life’s major losses and—oh joy—aging.We get real about th...
Aug 8, 2024
36 min
Episode 30 - Navigating Friendships & Digital Realities with Gen Z
Send us a textSavannah Fredregill, Wendi's middle daughter, joins us on a heartfelt exploration through the evolution of female friendships, confronting the past, and braving the digital world as a Gen Z woman. From the drama-filled corridors of high school to the fresh start of college life, Savannah shares her journey of forming genuine connections and the personal growth that comes with stepping into new environments.As we discuss social media's impact, it's not just about the likes ...
May 23, 2024
50 min
Episode 29 - The Healing Power of Reframing Subconscious Beliefs
Send us a textWhen the subconscious mind whispers secrets of transformation, Beth Holstein's expertise in PSYCH-K therapy reveals them to the conscious world. Embark on a fascinating journey with Beth as she recounts her path from Brazil to the U.S., her evolution from elementary education to the nuanced field of psychotherapy, and her discovery of the life-altering power of PSYCH-K. Her story unveils the soul-stirring impact of energy psychology and the breakthroughs made possible through th...
May 9, 2024
42 min
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