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A podcast about everything life threw at me that I learned to survive. From the physical, mental, emotional and financial twists and turns after losing both my parents by 25, job loss, near bankruptcy at 31 to how finally losing 200 pounds changed my life at 42! Let me tell you how I packed my parachute with every experience and the knowledge it gave me to land on my feet happier and healthier than I expected! Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice

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A podcast about everything life threw at me that I learned to survive. From the physical, mental, emotional and financial twists and turns after losing both my parents by 25, job loss, near bankruptcy at 31 to how finally losing 200 pounds changed my life at 42! Let me tell you how I packed my parachute with every experience and the knowledge it gave me to land on my feet happier and healthier than I expected! Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Parachuteadvice

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English


Episodes
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Episode 22 Cooking healthy for the Holidays

11/21/2023
Today’s episode is all about healthy ideas for eating and cooking through the holidays. I share tips and tricks to stay on your diet or in maintenance through the holiday period. I also share recipe ideas for cooking a healthy Thanksgiving or Christmas meal. Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:21:31

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Replay Season 1 How to eat out when on a diet or weight loss plan

11/7/2023
Today’s episode covers how I managed through dining out while I was on my weight loss plan and the path to losing 200 pounds Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:15:26

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Replay Season 1 Dieting through the holidays and special occasions

10/24/2023
Today’s episode covers how I managed through the holidays and special occasions while I was on my weight loss plan and the path to losing 200 pounds Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:08:32

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Replay Season 1 Episode 14 Weight Loss Maintenance

10/10/2023
Today’s episode is all about my transition to maintenance calories and the start of my long term lifestyle changes. The hardest part of dieting is when it ends. Now you have to sustain all the hard work. Avoiding the pitfalls of your old lifestyle Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:16:31

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Episode 19 How to use LinkedIn

9/26/2023
Today’s episode covers an interesting topic. I share my tips and tricks on how to use LinkedIn to build your career and potentially find your next job. I give some of my thoughts on what should and should not be on LinkedIn and ways it should and shouldn't be used. Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:21:26

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Replay Season 1 Impacts of Mental Health on Weight Loss

9/12/2023
Today I will discuss my struggles with depression and anxiety. I will cover some of the coping strategies I have used and what was important over my weight loss journey for me to be successful losing 200 pounds. Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:16:17

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Episode 18 How to handle death and grief

8/29/2023
Today’s episode covers a topic I know far too much about. The death of parents, family, and friends. I share things I have learned and experiences I have had. I give some tips for how to navigate this tough situation and things I wish I had known. But most of all I try to guide you through the toughest experience you will have in life. One that will happen no matter how much you tell yourself it won't. Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:27:27

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Episode 17 I got a new job!

8/15/2023
Today’s episode covers the process I went through to make the move to a new position. I cover my thoughts on counter offers, making “I will leave for a new job" threats, dealing with recruiters and I share some funny stories. Including how HR called me a liar and the time I failed an online personality test. Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:26:26

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Replay: Season 1 Career Development: Job Search How To Guide

8/1/2023
I am resharing this episode from season one. I think it could be very helpful in the current job market and economy. Today’s episode is an outline of how I have managed my career and the resulting job searches as I have moved through my career. I share tips on resumes, LinkedIn, and the interview process. I even walk you through the offer acceptance process and how to give your 2 weeks notice. Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:23:21

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Replay: Season 1 Career Planning: How to know when to change jobs

7/18/2023
I am resharing this episode from season one. I think it could be very helpful in the current job market and economy. Today’s episode is all about my experiences with managing my career after being laid off. I share insights in how I have increased my salary by more than 2 times in 10 years and the red flags I watch for. Your job and how it impacts you plays a role in every aspect of your life. Now is your chance to take control of your own destiny! Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:26:20

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Episode 14 My favorite Savory Snack items for dieting

7/4/2023
Today’s episode covers all of my favorite sweet snack items I eat and keep on hand now that I am on maintenance. I share tips on where to get them from grocery stores like Aldi, Fresh Thyme, Pick n Save/Kroger and more. I also cover recipe ideas and how I used them to make filling flavorful food. Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:17:49

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Episode 13 My favorite Savory Snack items for dieting

6/20/2023
Today’s episode covers all of my favorite savory snack items I eat and keep on hand now that I am on maintenance. I share tips on where to get them from grocery stores like Aldi, Fresh Thyme, Pick n Save/Kroger and more. I also cover recipe ideas and how I used them to make filling flavorful food. Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:16:49

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Episode 12 Hard learned lessons after getting laid off

6/6/2023
Today’s episode covers some of the core hard learned lessons I got after losing my job. I also share some tips and tricks to be prepared if it was to happen to you. All of this is info I learned after being out of work for 12 months and nearly going bankrupt. I hope this helps if it was to happen to you. I also share some preemptive things everyone should do to be prepared for a possible layoff. In the end job loss, getting laid off, or facing the possibility of a layoff can be hard, but with some preparation it can be easier than it needs to be. Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:16:40

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Episode 11 My favorite cooking support items for my diet

5/23/2023
Today’s episode covers all the support items I used while cooking during my diet. I share tips on where to get them from grocery stores like Aldi, Fresh Thyme, Pick n Save/Kroger and more. I also cover recipe ideas and how I used them to make filling flavorful food. Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:11:52

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Episode 10 My favorite vegetables for my diet

5/9/2023
Today’s episode covers all the vegetables I ate while losing weight. I share tips on where to get them from grocery stores like Aldi, Fresh Thyme, Pick n Save/Kroger and more. I also cover recipe ideas and how I used them to make filling flavorful food. Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:14:55

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Episode 9 My favorite fruits and Carbohydrates for my diet

4/25/2023
Today’s episode covers all the fruits and carbohydrates I ate while losing weight. I share tips on where to get them from grocery stores like Aldi, Fresh Thyme, Pick n Save/Kroger and more. I also cover recipe ideas and how I used them to make filling flavorful food. Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:15:58

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Episode 8 Tips to build habits towards a healthy lifestyle

4/11/2023
Today’s episode I cover some of my tips and tricks to building micro habits towards a healthy lifestyle. I share some of my personal experiences and what I did to get to this point in my life. These are the tips and tricks that led me to losing 200 pounds and getting in the best shape of my life. Including how I got into spin, running, and strength training to manage my new lifestyle and health. Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:10:55

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Episode 7 How to get started in the gym

3/28/2023
Today’s episode I share some insights, tips and tricks on how to pick a gym as a first time gym goer. I also go over some tips on getting started in a new exercise routine at the gym. I also highlight seven ways to beat gymtimidation as outlined in an article in The Guardian. Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:19:13

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Episode 6 What protein I ate to lose 200 pounds

3/14/2023
Today’s episode covers all the lean proteins I ate while losing weight. I share tips on where to get them from grocery stores like Aldi, Fresh Thyme, Pick n Save/Kroger and more. I also cover recipe ideas and how I used them to make filling flavorful food. Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:21:43

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Episode 5 Tips to restart your New Year's Resolution

2/28/2023
Today’s episode I share 6 tips from Myfitnesspal to reinvigorate you and your New Year’s Eve resolution. I discuss the frustration that comes up and how to get through those rough spots. It includes the idea of reevaluating your goals’, motivations, and needs. I share ways to change things up like your work out routine and diet. As well as the idea of getting expert help. Thanks for listening! Feel free to reach out at links below

Duration:00:09:52