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In this episode of Change It Up Radio, licensed clinical psychologist, Dr. Chloe Carmichael, joins me to talk about how to channel our anxious energy into productivity and personal and professional fulfillment.   We Discuss:   - How many people have been coping with stress and anxiety during these current times - What nervous energy is and how we can use this energy to feel productive and fulfilled - How stress can affect high-achieving, high-functioning individuals in a different way - Several anxiety tools that we can use to help us harness our nervous energy for good - The benefits of creating a mental shortlist after we've done all the work we need to do - Why so many people are suffering from anxiety with returning back to school, work, etc. - Using anchoring statements and other anxiety techniques to overcome a panic attack   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

Today, I want to talk a bit about my journey into radio and podcasting, how it all began, and give a fond farewell to the wonderful staff at KCBQ as this is my last show being broadcast on San Diego radio. It is certainly quite difficult for me to say goodbye to all of these wonderful people, and I am forever grateful for all of the guidance and support they’ve given me along the way.   But not to worry, because Change It Up Radio isn’t going anywhere! We will still be bringing you new shows each week on every major podcast platform! It truly has been one of the greatest joys of my life to do this show, and I look forward to its continuance and the privilege to keep connecting and having important conversations with all of you!   My daughter, Erin Shaw, also joins me today for Rut Busters, a fun and light-hearted segment where she shares new challenges each week that can help us pull ourselves out of a rut and get our creativity and energy flowing. We talk a bit about two of our most recent challenges on the show, and then Erin shares some exciting news about a six-part mini-podcast series that she will be releasing soon that features several different guests having conversations about life, love, heartbreak, travel, self-empowerment, mindfulness, and more!   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

Today we’re talking about women in business and the latest state-of-the-art podcast platform.   If you're a podcaster, then you know just how challenging it can be to build an engaged listenership, accurately track audience data and insights, find sponsorships, and make a profit from podcasting. The reality is that 85% of podcasters don't make any money from their podcast, and 95% don't land a single advertising or sponsorship opportunity.   My powerhouse of a guest, Melinda Wittstock, is here to change that. When growing her own podcast, she was deeply inspired to change the game for podcasting. So, she set out on a mission to do just that... and that's when Podopolo was born!   Podopolo™ is the world's first socially interactive and gamified podcast app and network created to share revenue with podcasters, provide them with audience insights, and match them with targeted podcast network advertising, sponsorship, and premium opportunities to make money and grow their show much faster. Their mission is all about enlightening and empowering people, one podcast at a time while putting profit and power into the hands of independent content creators so they can be paid what they deserve.   My daughter, Erin Shaw, also joins me for our weekly segment of Rut Busters. While we normally use this segment to share new challenges each week that can help you get your creativity and energy flowing, today, Erin takes this time to initiate a very important conversation about police violence in America, touching on topics of victim-blaming, police accountability, and the mental health of police officers.   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

Today we’re talking about gut health: what it is, why it's important, and how we can transform our health and wellness from the inside out.   It's likely that you've heard the terms "gut health" and maybe even "leaky gut" referenced before, but are you aware of just how important the gut is? The gut, or gastrointestinal tract, plays a crucial role in our overall health and well-being, impacting everything from our sleep, mood, weight, digestion, stress levels, inflammation, chronic illness, brain health, and immune function.   It moves the food that we consume from our mouths to our stomachs, converts this food into absorbable nutrients and stored energy, clears waste from our bodies, and communicates with our brains through hormones and nerves to maintain our health and well-being. It is extremely important that we do what we can to keep our gut health in check in order to live happy and healthy lives.   Today, I’m joined by Naturopathic Oncologist and owner of Spark Health, Dr. Aliza Cicerone, who works with patients with a variety of health concerns, including thyroid abnormalities, hormone therapy, digestive disorders, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. She joins me to discuss why the gut is so important and how we can stay healthy and keep our immune systems strong by properly monitoring and caring for our gut health.   My daughter, Erin Shaw, also joins me today for our fourth week of Rut Busters, a brand new segment on Change It Up Radio. If you missed our first, second, or third week of Rut Busters, please be sure to check them out as well for some fun challenges that can help you get your creativity and energy flowing! Today, Erin shares a simple challenge for shaking things up a bit and stimulating our senses by listening to some music we've never heard before!    To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

Join Paula Shaw as she talks about how to improve your skills for talking to people in pain and shares how to navigate your way through those "tough talks" so that you can feel more confident and competent when having them.   What do you say to someone who has just experienced a loss or some other type of traumatic event in their life? Most of us want to do what we can to comfort and support this person, but we may feel inept, uncomfortable, and apprehensive because we don’t know what to say or how to show up for them. After all, how can you ever find the right words to comfort someone who has just lost a loved one, lost their job, received an upsetting health diagnosis, or is going through a painful and messy divorce?   The truth is, there are no perfect words that you can say to make this person feel better. But, one of the worst things you can do is say something dismissive and insensitive or avoid having a tough talk altogether, because this leaves the person who is in pain feeling judged, misunderstood, and alone. And while none of us set out to make our loved ones feel this way, we sometimes do so unconsciously because we just don’t know what to say.   So, how can we create a sympathetic, reassuring, and supportive environment for this individual to feel safe enough to express their pain, process their feelings, and begin to heal? In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Paula Shaw explores the do’s and don’ts of compassionate behavior, things that are helpful to say and not helpful to say to someone that’s in pain, and the five steps of having a successful, tough talk.   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

There’s way too much grief in the world right now, and there is not a single person on this planet who hasn’t suffered some type of loss over the course of this past year.   We’ve got people who are grieving senseless deaths from violent events that have recently taken place in the U.S., we’ve got people who have lost their jobs and businesses and have gone severely into debt, we’ve got families who don’t have any food or have lost their home, and many of us have lost loved ones as a result of this pandemic.    All of these things have created significant loss, and loss ultimately creates grief. All loss creates pain because we get emotionally attached to people, animals, places, patterns, and even things. When loss occurs, change occurs, and we humans have a hard time navigating the discomfort and pain that new circumstances bring.   In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Paula discusses Grief In The Time of COVID- 19 and talks about some of the myths of grief, for instance, “Time heals all wounds.” She also takes a look at why we all grieve in our own unique way.    Then, Paula debunks the 5 stages of grief and discusses what is really true… grief has dimensions that almost all of us experience. She explores these dimensions and then shares tools and processes that you can actually use to help move you through your pain, such as breath techniques, conscious completion, gratitude, and most importantly, service to others.   Don’t miss this show as Grief Expert Paula Shaw walks you through the journey of grief and offers guidance and effective tools and insight to enable you to reap the growth and life appreciation from one of life’s most painful experiences.   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

Today we're talking about the power of incorporating storytelling in both our business and personal life.   When we think of storytelling we might think about a good book or a movie that we’ve enjoyed, but sharing stories isn’t just about entertainment. Think about it, what connects you to other people? When you meet someone new and really hit it off, or when you listen to someone speak on stage and are completely drawn to them, what is it that’s pulling you in and making you want to learn more about them or what they have to say?    Oftentimes, this connection is built through storytelling. When a person opens up and shares something with you about an experience they’ve had and it touches your heart, this ignites a spark that connects you to them on a level that is beyond intellect.   Today, I’m joined by Dave Franco, who is a master storyteller and writer of more than 25 years, having started out as an advertising copywriter in New York City, and later transitioned to a feature stories writer, ghostwriter, and speaker/consultant on the topic of how to make the power of story impact your business.   He joins me to discuss the power of storytelling, and how we can incorporate storytelling into our branding and business marketing to be more memorable and create deep and impactful connections with others. Dave also shares how we can capture our story and bring it to life in a way that highlights the virtues and moments that we may wish to preserve and pass down through the generations.   My daughter, Erin Shaw, also joins me today for our third week of Rut Busters, a brand new segment on Change It Up Radio. If you missed our first and/or second week of this segment, please be sure to check them out as well for some fun challenges that can help you get your creativity and energy flowing! Today, Erin shares a simple challenge for reconnecting and nurturing a relationship that matters to you in the age of social distancing.   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

Today we’re talking about the grief that we face when having to say goodbye to the unconditional love of a pet.   If you’re an animal lover, you know that rarely do our beloved pets live as long we do. And at some point, we may come face to face with the tough decision of when to let them go and free them of their pain and suffering. Our pets are a special part of our family and such a big part of our lives, which makes this one of the most difficult and painful experiences that we can go through.   Those decisions that we end up having to make at the end of an animal's life are grueling, and it's never easy to say goodbye. But, having just recently lost our dear dog, Wikky, I can wholeheartedly say that to have those final moments be spent at home and with family by his side made this time as beautiful as a painful experience could possibly be.   Today, I’m joined by Elizbeth Allen, who is an author, poet, animal lover, educator on end-of-life care for animals and their people, a vibrational cellular therapist specializing in grief relief, and a licensed spiritual counselor. She joins me today to discuss end-of-life planning for our animal companions, the advantages of choosing in-home euthanasia, and the grieving process that comes with losing a pet.   My daughter, Erin Shaw, also joins me today for the release of our brand new segment on Change It Up Radio called Rut Busters! She will join us each week to share unique challenges to help us bust our winter COVID ruts and get our creativity and energy flowing just in time for spring! Today, Erin shares a simple but powerful challenge for a new way to change it up and shift from autopilot to being more present.   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

Valentine’s Day is a day that is charged with potential for romance or disaster. Men mostly hate it because they can never seem to get it right. I know in my own life, the best V-Day I ever had was the one in which I told my husband exactly what I wanted, where I wanted to dine, and what I wanted to feel. The truth is that men usually want to make their Valentines happy, but they are often at a loss as to the magic formula to make that happen.   Most of us think of V-Day as a day that celebrates couples in love and if we don’t have a Sweetie, we feel left out and sad about a day that is celebrating something we don’t have. Join Paula and guest Joy White Peacock as they discuss loving one’s self and being your own Valentine.   Most people are far better at criticizing themselves than they are at loving themselves. Joy and Paula talk about some mindsets and actions that one can take to become more self-loving. Joy died 6 times and each time came back with physical challenges that she had loved herself enough to overcome. She has gained some very valuable insights and some true wisdom along the way.   Don’t miss this show, especially if you are alone this Valentine’s Day. Hear the tips that these ladies give you that will help you not only have a memorable V-Day but that will help you improve every day of the rest of your life!   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

Wikket Bear Shaw was born in Apple Valley, California on August 8, 2004. He was a little Pomeranian who was the epitome of energy, joy, love, excitement, and living in the moment. He taught those lessons to all around him in a patient, loving, respectful way.   Everyone who met him experienced love at first sight and that just increased his joy. He was known as Wikky. His family is thrilled with gratitude that he chose us. We will love him and bless him forever.    To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

Have you ever found yourself baffled by your behaviors? Have you ever opened your mouth and found yourself saying the very thing your mother always said that you hated hearing her say? Why do we do things we don’t really want to be doing? Why is it so hard to change certain things about who we are and what we do?   In this week’s episode, Paula talks with Dr. Kulvinder Kaur, Genetic Researcher, about the genetic component of our behaviors and responses to life.   Dr. Kaur was instrumental in teaching Paula about the Epigenetics that influence and shape the ways that we respond to life. This understanding led Paula to creating Genetic Soul Release, an energy psychology-based technique that helps one eradicate those troubling behaviors.   Paula explains how our thoughts, behaviors, and emotional patterns most often have their origin in one or all of the following:   Traumas and experiences from earlier life Limiting subconscious beliefs The Genetic Signatures of how our ancestors responded to life, which we inherit!   Dr. Kaur explains the science behind this and helps us understand how it evolves and how we can change it.   Genetic Soul Release, a NEW process that Paula has developed for the purpose of changing those problematic responses, integrates this genetic information into the technique so that “every corner is scoured.” So far, it is having dramatic results and Paula is very excited about finding this key component, that may have been the missing piece in the work, limiting results until now.   Don’t miss this fascinating life-changing show!   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

Times are challenging for Americans right now. Many of us are wondering if Peace is Possible. We are seeing behavior among our fellow Americans like nothing we have ever seen before. Americans have stormed their own capital in an attempted coup. What is happening? What should we do? How can we help to calm the storm? How can we best take care of ourselves?   In this week’s show, Paula poses these questions to Brahman Kyrie, a spiritual teacher and master healer in Encinitas, California. Brahman Kyrie is also the founder of the Brahman Project, a humanitarian foundation whose purpose is spiritual education, sacred ceremony, meditation, healing, prison rehabilitation programs, and support for animals.   In this episode, Paula explores the problem with focusing on hate and violence, being that this focus becomes a magnet, attracting more of the same. She also talks about the paths followed by Mother Teresa and Gandhi. Both of these amazing beings urged their followers to focus on positive conditions rather than the negative. Mother Teresa is quoted as having said, “if you hold an anti-war rally, I shall not attend. But if you hold a pro-peace rally, invite me.”   Gandhi said, “If you want to change the world, start with yourself.” The point being that even in the confusion of present-day events, our course of action can remain simple and clear…heal yourself. Focus on healing yourself and being the most positive, high vibration being you can be. That vibration will impact the collective consciousness, and in turn, change the world for the better.   In their discussion, Brahman Kyrie and Paula talk about acceptance, forgiveness, and peace, and ways to take your focus off of what you fear and put it somewhere productive. Brahman Kyrie shares some great practices and tools to enable you to do this easily and naturally.   You don’t want to miss this episode of Change It Up Radio. In these turbulent times, we all need an anchor. Paula and Brahman Kyrie offer some very effective options in this show.   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

Join Paula for the first show of 2021 as she shares some of the changes Change It Up Radio is implementing.   First of all, she will be doing the first and last shows of the month solo to enable her to bring to her listeners tools and techniques that she uses with her private clients to change, release, and shift problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.   Secondly, she introduces Paula’s Preferred Professionals which will be launching this quarter. For a crazy small sponsorship fee, these businesses which Paula has personally vetted, will be shouted out each week. They will also be listed on the PPP page on ChangeItUpRadio.com and PaulaShaw.com, as well as on KCBQ’s website, on Paula’s page.   In addition, these businesses will be offered an unheard-of low price to have a professionally-produced commercial created, that will air each week, and which they will own. Since all shows are podcasted, this advertising becomes evergreen. If you are thinking that this sounds like the perfect opportunity for your business or the business of a friend or family member, reach out to Paula today!   Another truly exciting component of this show is that Paula will be introducing the latest Energy Psychology Process that she has created, called Genetic Soul Release. This process helps a person to finally shift and release the energy/behavioral blocks from all of the energetic nooks and crannies, including the Genetics, that are holding them back from creating the life and success that they want.  It is a very exciting process that has evolved out of Paula’s 28 years of work and out of a synthesis of the many Energy Psychology processes in which she has been trained.   Finally, this content-loaded, life-changing show concludes with the discussion of Conscious Completion, a process Paula learned from JJ Joshua, Spiritual Coach. This process enables one to complete segments of one’s life so that there is space for, and openness to, experiencing whatever is to come next. This isn’t possible if one’s thoughts or emotions are stuck in past events. This process is a must for completing 2020 and for doing the same with each day.   Don’t miss this show and all that Paula offers in this inaugural episode of 2021!   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

Join Paula for this special holiday show where she interviews her Dad, Jack Gutman, two days before his 95th birthday!   Jack was born in 1925, back when the world was a very different place. People were lucky if they were making $50 a week, and 10 cents could buy way more than it does today. In his 95 years, Jack has seen a lot of things, including the current pandemic, the likes of which hasn't been seen since 1918.   As one of nine children, Jack survived the poverty of growing up in New York City. He went on to participate in the Normandy Invasion... D-Day, the Invasion of Okinawa, and then endured 66 years of PTSD before getting help from the VA. He received 3 years of therapy with Dylan Bender, which enabled him to get his life back and get free from self-destructive, addictive behaviors.   Today, Jack is free of flashbacks, fear, and failure. Living from his current state of gratitude, he has one goal... to encourage anyone suffering from PTSD to get help.   Too tough to be stopped, and no stranger to miracles, Jack suffered a stroke on October 28 of this year, which left him unable to speak. Fortunately, he was taken to the hospital in time to receive a drug known as the clot-buster, and within an hour, normal speech returned.    Yes, he seems to have much in common with a cat who has 9 lives! Jack’s mission today is to touch lives and help others to find peace and joy. He does this through public speaking, comedy, and through his book, One Veteran's Journey to Heal the Wounds of War, available on Amazon.   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

Join Paula as she addresses the fact that we are a world of holiday grievers this year. We have all suffered the loss of the ability to celebrate the holidays in our usual traditional ways. The COVID-19 Pandemic has made holiday grievers of us all.   This year there will be no holiday parties, holiday shows, caroling, large family gatherings, or large holiday dinners. The hustle and bustle of shopping is gone as well because we have a “Stay at Home” order and can’t go to the malls to garner those special holiday gifts. Loss is everywhere.   Paula discusses how any loss, no matter what the source, usually begins with shock and upheaval producing a very emotional response. This often leads to fear, confusion, anger, lack of focus, sadness, and even depression. She also reminds us that all of this emotionality is exhausting and overwhelming.   Paula goes on to expand on 5 things you can do to take good care of yourself during this holiday season, and encourages everyone to be creative, break out of the mold, and make the holidays a loving, joyful, celebratory time for you and your loved ones. We are always at choice, so choose to make your holidays warm and wonderful.   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

Join Paula as she tells a tale from her own life, recanting the ups and downs of what she now refers to as "Lessons From the Rat Seminar."   Paula expounds on her own experience of living in a home that suddenly became rat-infested, creating nightly fears and trauma that eventually forced her into a move that she did not want and had not planned on. She relates her story to every experience of unwanted or unexpected change that usually begins with shock and upheaval, creates emotional havoc, yet often leads us to much-needed change that up levels our life experience.   Through her narrative, Paula takes us through the dimensions that are synonymous with the Dimensions of Grief and ends with the 4 Elements that are critical to being complete with difficult life experiences.   Please join Paula for this traumatic but miraculous adventure that she now jokingly refers to as "The Rat Seminar." You'll be glad you did!   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

Today we're talking about the mind-killing potential of fear and how we can overcome it so that it no longer runs our life.   Any individual that's experienced fear knows how it can destroy our focus and our ability to think rationally. It has a way of latching onto our minds and our emotions, consuming all of our thoughts, steering us into a particular direction, and even stopping us dead in our tracks at times.   The truth is, fear is not just something that happens in our minds. It can become very physical and very debilitating, and the more we focus on it and feed energy to it, the more it can grow. The last few weeks of my life have created some situations in which I have really known fear firsthand and have experienced its "mind-killing" potential.   From a sudden rat infestation that forced me out of my home to my father having a stroke, my life was in total upheaval and my fear only continued to grow. Thankfully, a dear friend of mine helped me process and move through some of my fearful thoughts in order to shift the situation into a much more positive place. If you are currently experiencing fear in any area of your life, you first need to let go of any shame around it.   If you're feeling stuck or if you're hearing too many negative opinions from those around you, stop listening to those things and remember that your reality has nothing to do with what's happened to other people. You can create it to be the way you want it to be. When we face fear, take action, and move toward it and through it, we can get to the other side of it and take our power back.   Today I’m joined by Jennavieve "JJ" Joshua, an intuitive life coach who combines her real-world experience and rare visioning ability to provide clients with extraordinary insight and practical wisdom. She joins me to share how we can unlock our hidden potential, move from self-sabotage and self-doubt to empowerment, and create greater happiness and a more meaningful and inspired life.   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

Today we're talking about healing the painful wounds of war and breaking free from the suffering of post-traumatic stress.   For many people, when they hear the term "Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder," or "PTSD," their minds tend to gravitate toward the image of traumatized soldiers returning home from war after witnessing their comrades being seriously injured and killed. But, PTSD not only impacts the lives of our brave veterans; it can also affect any individual that has witnessed or experienced a traumatic event at some point in their life.   A traumatic event can range from a serious car accident or painful breakup to the terrors of a natural disaster or emotionally devastating childhood trauma. The pain from our past can extend beyond the initial moment or time period of that trauma and follow us around throughout the course of our lives, potentially damaging our relationships and disrupting all of our attempts at living a joyful life.   Unfortunately, many people that suffer from PTSD remain silent about their struggle, which can lead to debilitating anxiety, depression, insomnia, addiction, anger, shame, and self-isolation. While healing the pain and traumas of our past can be extremely difficult, as this requires courage and vulnerability to ask for help, it is possible.   Today I’m joined by my Dad and World War II Veteran, Jack Gutman, who at the age of 18 participated in the Normandy Invasion. He shares his painful recollection of what it was like to prepare, participate, and survive one of the most grueling days in human history, discusses his journey of healing the wounds of war after a 66 year-long struggle with PTSD, and also shares his experience with post-traumatic stress after miraculously surviving a recent stroke.   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

One of the biggest stressors for Americans today is the upcoming election. People are filled with fear about how to make their vote count, the possibility of long lines at the polls, and voter tampering, among many other fears.   We are a country filled with division and anger and fear right now and no area shows that better than the current climate of fear and angst that is created by the prospect of voting. How do we vote safely? How do we make sure that our vote is counted? Is there anybody making sure that the voting is being done honestly?   In this show, we get those answers from Ruth Weiss who is Vice President, Director of Legislative Oversight, and Director of Education and Training for the Election Integrity Project. She is also a member of Election Integrity Alliance, a national organization of state-based election integrity groups founded for the purpose of sharing information and best practices.   In this discussion, Ruth tells us where to vote, how to vote, and when to vote. You don’t want to miss this show because it definitely WILL relieve any election stress you may be feeling. We all know that this is the most important election in our history. We need to get our votes out there.   We need our voices heard, but we also need to stay safe. Don’t let the fear-mongering that is being perpetrated by the present administration affect your peace of mind or your ability to have your vote count. Please join Paula and Ruth Weiss to get the answers you need!   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

Join Grief Expert Paula Shaw as she explores the grief that is being experienced worldwide as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.   Whether you’ve lost your job, your relationship, your normal routine, a loved one to the virus, or faith that your government will keep you safe, everyone on the planet has been touched by this virus. We are herding mammals who can no longer herd, and this has undoubtedly created high levels of pain and discomfort for all of us.   Paula discusses how loss leads to change, change leads to discomfort, and discomfort manifests as the many faces of grief. Grief can look like sadness and overwhelm. It can look like anger, despair, or defeat. It can show itself as the agitation of anxiety or cause someone to be frozen in fear. Each person experiences grief in their own unique way.   Paula also blows the lid off of the myth that there are 5 stages of grief and explains how they are really the 5 stages of death and dying, which can be very different than grief. Paula believes that rather, there are 7 dimensions or phases that many people go through but not necessarily everyone.   After identifying the problem, Paula will take you through what to do to heal your grief and get back to living your life in the way that you were meant to. She shares some of her favorite tools and processes to help with the healing journey. Don’t miss this show. It will help you to understand and identify your own grief and empower you to heal it and go forward.   Paula was Certified by the Grief Recovery Institute’s Program through Loyola Marymount Univesity as a Grief Recovery Specialist. She has been helping grieving people for over 28 years.   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com