Shifting Your Mindset with Amanda Russo

??? Are you feeling stuck or stagnant in your life? Do you envision yourself living differently but have no idea how to start? The answer might lie in a shift in your mindset.

Join me, Davidson Hang, as I sit down with the incredible Amanda Russo, also known as The Breathing Goddess.

Amanda is not just a Breathwork Detox Facilitator and Transformative Mindset Coach, but also a Divorce Paralegal with a powerful personal story of transformation.?From working with children in group homes to navigating the emotional waters of family law, Amanda has dedicated her life to helping others.

• She’s overcome her own weight and health challenges through strength training, meditation, yoga, reiki, and plant medicine.
• Now, she’s here to share her journey and the inspiring stories of entrepreneurs, athletes, artists, and wellness experts who have conquered fears and limiting beliefs.
• Discover how shifting your mindset—and even your words—can dramatically change your life. Tune in for practical strategies, empowering stories, and a fun, friendly conversation that will help you break free from limitations and cultivate a mindset geared towards growth and positivity.

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Don’t miss this transformative episode! ??

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Recap/transcript

Davidson and Amanda discussed their personal journeys of overcoming challenges, shifting mindsets, and building sustainable habits, with a focus on the importance of setting achievable goals and the concept of intuition.

They also shared their experiences in launching their podcast, the complexities of relationships, and the pitfalls of forming assumptions and judgments about people.

Preparing Mindset Shifting Podcast Episode

• Davidson and Amanda were preparing for a podcast episode focused on shifting mindsets and overcoming challenges. Amanda, a breath work facilitator and mindset coach, shared her personal journey of manifesting a trip to Bali as a detox facilitator after quitting her paralegal job.

Davidson praised Amanda's courage and intuition, expressing interest in her exploration of various healing modalities.

Amanda's Fitness Journey and Success

Amanda shared her personal journey with fitness, discussing how it has been a significant part of her life experiences. She detailed how her weight issues began in childhood, developed into an eating disorder in her teenage years, and led to weight gain in college. After a toxic relationship, she rediscovered her love for fitness, starting with 30-minute walks and gradually increasing her physical activity.

Amanda highlighted the importance of timing and the role of a gym membership offer that prompted her to finally use her membership and discover a fitness class she enjoyed. Davidson related to Amanda's experience, emphasizing the enjoyment of group classes. They both underscored the importance of starting small and making gradual changes, with

Amanda sharing her success of losing 32 pounds in three months by increasing her protein intake and drinking more water.

Setting Achievable Goals and Building Sustainable Habits

Amanda and Davidson discussed the importance of setting achievable goals and building sustainable habits. Amanda emphasized that unrealistic expectations and overpromising can lead to disappointment and a lack of self-confidence. Davidson agreed, sharing his own struggles with setting achievable goals and burning out.

Both agreed on the value of starting small, setting realistic goals, and gradually building up to more significant tasks. Amanda shared her experience of adjusting to a new identity and the importance of self-discipline and keeping promises to build confidence.

Davidson appreciated Amanda's approach of setting achievable goals like walking 30 minutes daily, which helped her lose 32 pounds sustainably.

They concluded that setting realistic goals and following through is crucial for maintaining self-esteem.

Podcast Launch, Guests, and Performance Insights

Amanda shared the inspiration behind her podcast launch and her approach to interviewing guests, emphasizing her preference for an unscripted, organic conversation.

• Davidson and Amanda discussed the evolution of their podcast downloads, noting that certain topics, guests, and titles generated more interest. They also touched on the impact of a guest's popularity on the podcast's performance and questioned whether there were specific topics that consistently performed better than others.

Intuition, Gender, and Podcast Guests

Amanda and Davidson discussed the concept of intuition, with Amanda asserting that women were more intuitive than men based on her observations. They also talked about their experiences in finding guests for their podcast, with Amanda sharing her surprise at how easy it was.

Davidson acknowledged her experiences and seemed to understand her perspective.

Amanda's Career Transition and Healing Podcast

Amanda shared with Davidson her career transition from a paralegal to a breath work facilitator, driven by her passion for the transformative effects of her work. She recounted a client's experience where her intuitive touch during a group session led to the alleviation of the client's pain from a rotator cuff surgery. Amanda emphasized the importance of belief and mindset in the effectiveness of any treatment, including alternative and mainstream ones. She also shared her vision and goals for her podcast, which aims to provide a space for others to share their experiences and heal. Davidson expressed his appreciation for Amanda's approach and asked her to share any significant moments that led her to focus on healing through her podcast.

Overcoming Hardships and Building Trust

Amanda and Davidson shared their experiences of overcoming personal hardships. Amanda recounted her past struggles with a toxic relationship and how she managed to break free from it. She also shared her experience of living with an ex-partner post-breakup, which she found insightful. Davidson listened attentively and asked Amanda about her ability to maintain trust and faith in society despite the challenges she has faced. Amanda responded that her difficulties have made her stronger and she continues to move forward with a shifted mindset. She also shared that she still trusts people, and her experiences have taught her what she wants and doesn't want in her relationships.

Amanda and Davidson's Relationship and Personal Growth JourneysAmanda and Davidson discussed the complexities of relationships, personal boundaries, and the importance of communication. Amanda shared her experience of staying in a relationship with a partner who had cheated and her tendency to try to heal and help others, even when it may not be beneficial or appreciated. Davidson empathized with Amanda's struggles, relating it to his own experiences as a "recovering people pleaser."

• Amanda shared her personal journey of not knowing her father for a long time and her decision to reach out to him, which was triggered by a combination of factors, including a session of one-on-one life coaching and a subsequent experience with ayahuasca. Davidson was present and engaged in the conversation, showing interest in understanding Amanda's motivations and experiences.

Challenging Assumptions and Embracing AyahuascaAmanda and Davidson discussed the pitfalls of forming assumptions and judgments about people based on others' opinions. Amanda shared her regret for not having met a man before he passed away and her subsequent appreciation for the interactions she had with him. They also discussed Amanda's identity, her virtual relationship with her half-brother, and her transition to a more balanced lifestyle after an ayahuasca experience.

Ayahuasca Experiences and Future Travel Plans

Davidson and Amanda shared their experiences with ayahuasca, a psychedelic substance. Amanda explained her decision to try ayahuasca was influenced by a close ex-boyfriend who had a positive experience at the same location. She described her experience as a movie playing in her mind, revisiting all aspects of her life.

Davidson acknowledged the long-term positive effects despite the heavy negative memories. They also discussed their future travel plans, with Amanda expressing a desire to return to Bali and explore the western United States, specifically Sedona, Arizona.

Connecting With Amanda and Promoting Her Podcast

Davidson and Amanda discussed ways to connect with Amanda, including through her link tree, Instagram, and email. Amanda shared that she is open to any type of guest for her podcast, particularly those who have undergone a transformation. Davidson agreed to include Amanda's links and information about her podcast in his newsletter, which has around 900 subscribers. They also discussed tagging Amanda on LinkedIn and YouTube for future notifications.