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Do you find yourself constantly worrying about what other people think?  Do you find that this affects your work, your life, and your overall happiness?  If so, then let me tell you something: you’re not alone! This week on the Kathryn For Real podcast Jon and I are sitting down with our good friend Dr. Mike Gervais.  You may have heard of the terms “YOLO” and “FOMO,” but the one you need to be the most familiar with is what Mike terms “FOPO,” and that’s the fear of other people’s opinions. Through the past decade, Mike has worked with some of the best in their industries such as top 100 CEO’s, artists, musicians, Olympians, and even some of the most famous athletes you watch on tv. Mike’s mission is to teach individuals how to overcome this fear of other people’s opinions by teaching them the psychological, sociological, and biological factors that come into play and how to redirect our attention from others outside of us and instead focus on the self. Dr. Mike’s newest book, “The First Rule Of Mastery: Stop Worrying About What People Think,” is a best seller that will teach you how to cast aside the opinions of others and start living the life of a high performer. Enjoy this episode and let us know what you think!  

Every parent’s worst nightmare is something happening to their child, and that’s exactly what happened to Granger and his wife Amber in 2019 when their 4-year-old son River, drowned in a pool accident. We talk with Granger about the despair he experienced through this traumatic ordeal but also, the redemption and purpose he experienced through his walk with the Lord.  This led him to leave his successful career as a country music star and pursue what is his true calling, which is to share God’s word with others. His best-selling book, “Like a River,” chronicles not only his journey through grief, but also about him truly finding his faith, hope, and ultimately, finding peace after his world was turned upside down. His message today is one of renewed hope and the ability life-changing sadness has to bring about life’s true purpose through its healing process.

Making friends is hard! Keeping friendships is even harder and definitely does not get any easier the older you get! Just like any relationship, it takes a lot of time, communication and commitment. Luckily, Kathryn has the secret solution to help build and keep long lasting, meaningful relationships. Their names are Amy Weatherly and Jessica Johnston and they are the founders of the "Sister, I Am with You" community and co-authors of the book "Here for It: The Good, the Bad, and the Queso." Their genuine and down-to-earth approach to the complexities of connection and vulnerability resonates deeply with anyone navigating the challenges of making meaningful relationships in adulthood. Through their relatable stories and practical insights, Amy and Jessica bring a refreshing perspective, offering invaluable guidance for those seeking to cultivate authentic and lasting connections. With their unique blend of humor, honesty, and wisdom, they inspire and empower others to embrace the beauty and complexities of friendship, making a profound impact on the lives of many. Don't forget to share this episode with a friend and leave a comment if you learned something new!

Kathryn was raised Catholic, but she only attended church on Easter Sunday.  Her Dad was raised in the Catholic church, went to Catholic school and was an altar boy.  She doesn’t know the reasoning, but when he was raising them, religion wasn’t important, and he seemed even be turned off by it.  One reason may be because Kathryn's grandmother (his mom) would go to mass in the morning and be drunk by 2:00pm.  As a child, If she would sleep over at a friend’s house on a Saturday night, she would go to church with them on Sunday. Baptist, Lutheran, Methodist and she remembers a place called "Rock Church" where they danced and spoke in tongues! Nothing stuck.  In her early 20's, she was wild. Partying all the time and after one extremely crazy night, decided she no longer wanted to live life that way.  So, Kathryn hit her knees and prayed to God for help.  Now, she may not have been raised in church. But she can tell you as sure as she typed this, God has been with her as far back as she can remember.  She would talk to him all the time.  He would answer.  It wasn't audible, but she could always hear him.  She can remember at 5 years old, as her Mom and Dad were in a drunken screaming fight, Ishe was crouched in a little bathroom of our military housing home.  She got on her knees, and cried out to God.  "Please, please take me back.  You’ve made a big mistake. You’ve put me in the wrong family."  Well, he didn’t take her back. But things would get better for a while, before getting worse again. A few years later, she met Jon. He was Jewish. They bonded over their spiritual beliefs. She got married in a Japanese garden with a non-denominational pastor and she smashed the glass (Jewish tradition). They had children, and she did get them baptized. She knew this was important somehow but didn’t really know why.  They moved to Florida and her Jewish husband became a follower of Jesus (that’s a whole other fascinating story of how that happened). But, as he started learning about the teachings of Jesus, he would share with them.  They started going to a local church.  Then started having family meetings. The foundation was laid.  Enter "THE CHOSEN". The miniseries produced by Derral Eves and Dallas Jenkins. For the first time in Kathryn's whole life, it all makes sense! Pieces of the puzzle are fitting. The stories, the disciples, the places. It’s like all the sudden, she sees in technicolor!!! When I found out she was interviewing Derral Eves, the Executive Producer of "The Chosen", she was so excited.  He did not disappoint.  Kathryn doesn't know where you are in your spiritual walk, but she knows this interview will have something in it for you.  No matter what your faith or background.  Oh and P.S... This episode kicks off Jon and Kathryn doing podcasts interviews together. They will still have guests they interview separately, but anytime they think when they have a guest or message both their audiences will enjoy, they will do a collab! 

For Kathryn's 100th episode of Kathryn For Real, she recorded her family having a family meeting.  This idea came about as she is often asked for great tips on raising kids and ways to keep a family together in a world that always seems to be pulling us apart. Without a doubt, the best thing she ever did to develop a strong family was her weekly family meeting. Each Sunday, they would meet as a family and Jon would read a devotional, an article or share an inspirational video. Next, they would discuss their family mission statement and how they were living it. Remind each other of their “One Word” for the year and talk about how that was going. Then, each family member would share a challenge they were dealing with, while the other family members would offer solutions. They learned things that the kids were dealing with that they would have never known without having these meetings. They helped them create a bond that still lasts to this day. Some might say “We eat dinner together as a family. Isn’t that good enough?” … Of course, it’s great to eat together, but Kathryn found with a busy family whose kids play sports or have a lot of activities, it’s not always easy to eat together. Scheduling a weekly family meeting and making it a priority ensures you will connect more with each other. Now, let’s face it, busyness and stress can cause a family to run in circles to the point you don’t invest in what matters most … your relationships. If you miss a week, you must keep at it. Keep scheduling it. Keep fighting for it. Family meetings help you create a strong and calm foundation in the midst of chaos. From The Gordon Family to yours, we hope this is your best year yet!

Join Kathryn on this weeks podcast as she dives into a conversation on body image, true health and well-being with the mastermind behind the Lindywell app, the woman who's been turning fitness norms upside down for a whole decade. Robin Long.  She isn't just a Pilates instructor; she's the Sherlock Holmes of holistic health, here to decode the mystery of true well-being.
  In this episode, Robin spills the beans on her latest book, Well to the Core. Buckle up, fitness enthusiasts, because Robin's serving us ten core components to achieve well-being and get us moving towards a whole lifestyle revolution! Robin's not about to feed you the same old fitness fairy tales. She's all about ditching the rules, embracing self-kindness, and sprinkling a little grace on top. Forget the rigid regimes; it's time to find joy in movement, nourish that mind and body, and cultivate a love affair with yourself. Trust us; you'll be on your feet, ready to conquer the world (or at least that morning jog) by the end.
  So, grab your water bottle, stretch those limbs, and get ready for a dose of inspiration and empowerment. From relatable anecdotes to practical strategies, this episode is a masterclass in achieving overall well-being.

Kathryn grew up around water. Be it the beach or intracoastal waterway, she was always boogie-boarding, body surfing, waterskiing or just “laying out” with baby oil. 
As an adult, she plays tennis in the Florida sun. Her skin has taken a beating. She has sunspots to prove it. Kathryn decided to go to a Med-Spa and do a laser on her arms to remove the sunspots. She had done it once before and had seen a noticeable difference. The spots were lighter, so a few months later she went in for one more round. She thought that would do the trick. Well, as the technician was firing the laser, it didn’t seem right, and Kathryn kept seeing a spark and a sound she had never heard before. She kept questioning the technician, but she said it was "okay". This is one of those times when Kathryn knew better but I didn’t stop the treatment. A week later, the skin on Kathryn's arms was crinkly, dried up and flat, the sunspots were still there. She kept hoping her skin would recover, but weeks turned into months, months turned into YEARS. 5 years to be exact!! Since then, she has tried every cream you can think of over these last 5 years, and nothing has helped. 

So, a few months ago, she saw a friend of hers online talking about this new product "ONE SKIN" that reverses the age of your skin. That it improved the texture of eye skin by 133 percent! Kathryn thought maybe ... just maybe, this was different. Kathryn called her friend and asked him to give me the real scoop. He said “you must try it yourself … it’s amazing". He then had One Skin send her some products to try. Kathryn told the rep if it could improve the skin on my arms then she was sold as I’ve tried every product under the sun (pun intended), and nothing has helped. In all honesty, Kathryn is always being sent products to promote in my newsletter and on my podcast but most never make it to her social media because she won’t talk about anything that she can’t personally vouch for. Well ... Kathryn is SO HAPPY to report that she has seen a remarkable difference in her eye skin, face and ... the real test for her, there is a huge difference in the skin on her arms. It looks younger and the texture has improved significantly. It doesn’t look crepey and old anymore. One Skin is the ONLY product that has been able to do this!!! Listen to this episode as Kathryn talks to the founder of One Skin, Dr. Carolina Oliveira. She explains how OS-01 was discovered and is asked questions about this peptide that we all want to know.  

Whether you’re a woman or a man that loves a woman this episode is for you.   It happens once a month! An extra 5lbs in bloating, horrific cramps, sugar cravings and the worst moods ever!  We will break down why this happens and how we have the power to improve a lot of these symptoms. We also talk about infertility. An issue that has become way too common. Yup! That's right! We're going to talk about periods! And Kathryn's guest this week, Nicole Jardim, is a menstrual master! 

 Nicole Jardim is a menstrual health and fertility expert who is passionate about empowering women to take control of their reproductive health. As someone who personally experienced the challenges of heavy and painful periods as a teenager, Nicole understands the impact that menstrual health can have on a woman's daily life. Her own journey to finding relief and understanding led her to become a certified health coach and women's health advocate.

Through her virtual coaching practice, Nicole has been able to support women all over the world in navigating their menstrual cycles and achieving hormonal balance. With her down-to-earth and relatable approach, Nicole is dedicated to breaking the stigma surrounding periods and providing women with the knowledge and tools they need to optimize their menstrual health and fertility.

 Get ready to dive into an enlightening conversation with Nicole on today's episode of Kathryn For Real.

Oh my gosh. This is going to be a treat for you guys!  Kathryn has Jenny Hutt on the show!

 Jenny Hutt is a prominent radio host and podcast personality, known for her long-standing career in the broadcasting industry. With a tenure of over 17 years, Jenny has established herself as a respected figure in media.
  She first gained recognition through her co-hosting role on the radio show "Whatever with Alexis and Jenny", alongside Alexis Stewart, daughter of Martha Stewart. This successful venture led to her securing her own show on SiriusXM, “Just Jenny”. 
After departing from SiriusXM, Jenny transitioned to hosting her own podcast aptly named “Just Jenny”, where she continues to engage and entertain listeners with her authentic style and frank conversations. Jenny is known for her honesty around her weight loss of 70 pounds and how she’s kept it off for the last 10 years.  She and her sister Stacy created “Bunny Eyez”. Flippable, tiltable, and adjustable high quality reading glasses. Kathryn has several pairs and she loves them!! 
 On this podcast, she covers everything from her long standing broadcasting career, relationships, to her beloved famous father, Charles Koppelman. Jenny is quite witty and refreshingly down to earth. I hope you enjoy the conversation.

Are you ready to uncover the unsettling truth about EMF exposure and take control of your own well-being? Kathryn's guest, August Brice, dives deep into her personal experiences and groundbreaking research, you'll discover a shocking link between man-made wireless EMFs and potential health risks.  As August unravels the chilling truth behind EMF exposure, brace yourself for an unexpected twist that will leave you questioning the safety of your own environment.  But the story doesn't end there ...  On this episode of Kathryn For Real, you'll discover not only the potential health issues associated with EMF exposure but learn ways to mitigate risks and products to protect you and family in your home and while traveling. Get ready for an eye-opening episode.

About 9 months ago, Kathryn was struggling with a lot of negative thoughts.  This was new for her. She was always the positive one. The person that saw the glass as half full. But she had fallen into this negative loop of self loathing and doom.  “I have no energy. Im sore. I’m getting old. I’ll never lose this weight, It’s too late to.." (fill in the blank here because it seemed she thought it was too late to change anything!) She would share her self-loathing and angst with Jon.  Now for a little back story, Jon used to be the negative one.  She was the one that would speak life into him, but through his own practices and writing over the years he changed his mindset and was about to complete his next book The One Truth, a book to help elevate your mind and heal your soul.  She didn't think it’s a coincidence that she somehow had become like the very person this book was written to help. So, he was fresh from doing a lot of research on the subject. He said, “Kathryn you’re tuned into the wrong channel. The negative channel.”  He was right!!  He gave the analogy of “it’s like when you get in your car and the radio comes on. It’s set on a channel. You have to change that channel to get different music. So you have to change your own channel. You have to TUNE into the positive.” At that same time, Kathryn started working with a health and wellness company and had a whole bloodwork up done. When the results came back there were a few things that needed some attention. But nothing serious or irreversible. Her cholesterol and blood sugar was creeping up. But then her nutritionist said “Now this is unique and something that isn’t common.” Kathryn held her breath preparing for the bad news. “Based on your DNA you are in the ULTRA class. You have the genes for ultra performance in endurance sports. You have a substantial genetic advantage that’s seen in Olympic Athletes.”  Ha! What? That’s fantastic news! All the sudden she pulled her shoulders back and sat up taller. "Well, what do you know, I have the genes of an Olympic Athlete!", Kathrny said.  You see, while raising her athletic kids she would always say, "You know if I had parents like me (that were so involved in the kids' sports), I would have been an Olympic Athlete. Kathryn would go on to say that her kids got HER athletic genes, I mean both of them have her body type, not Jon's after all. At which point, Jon would laugh and say, Honey I’m the D-1 athlete. You didn’t even play sports in school. But there it was! There is no denying Kathryn's Olympic genes!  This news changed everything for her.  She felt stronger. She had more energy. She started working out consistently, she ate better. She even started dropping weight. She felt hopeful again.  What changed? Her thinking. It went from “I am old” to “I AM an Olympic Athlete”. That’s it. She changed her mindset! If you want to hear the full story, join Kathryn and Jon on this week's episode of the Kathryn For Real podcast!

Hey friends!  Kathryn couldn't wait to let you know – she just dropped a fresh episode of the "Kathryn For Real" podcast! In this episode, she's diving into the world of speaking, and guess who's joining the party? Kathryn's daughter, Jade Gordon. Now a professional speaker, she talks with her about fear and doubt and overcoming negative thoughts, to getting on stage and sharing a message that will impact others.   Ready to dive in? Hit that play button!   If you have ever wanted to share your story or get on stage and speak, this episode is for you! Kathryn and Jade talk about what it's like to start speaking, dish out practical tips, and sprinkle in some wisdom to fuel your journey to becoming a successful speaker.   Kathryn hopes their experiences, challenges and lessons will encourage you to take the leap. Thank you for being a part of her podcast family, and hey, a little favor to ask – please subscribe, rate, and leave a review. Your feedback? It's PURE gold! Stay inspired and keep sharing the REAL and best you with the world!