Episodes

Kendra Chapman sits down with meditation coach and former UK school leader Will Fraser to explore how slowing down can actually help people move through life with more clarity and intention. The conversation covers his pivot out of education, his meditation practice, and how he now teaches both grounded attention skills and more expansive altered-states work.In this episode, Kendra and Will discuss how meditation can support focus, emotional regulation, and self-awareness without requiring a spi...

Dr. Fish shares how his early experiences as a musician and professor led him to study performance anxiety and develop a practical approach grounded in Zen and mindfulness. He offers a simple but powerful message: you are not broken — you are perfectly human.Key takeaway: Mindfulness is a skill, and like any skill, it improves with practice. By slowing down, accepting intrusive thoughts, and re-engaging with the present moment, you can speak and perform with more confidence, clarity, and calm. ...

Christina Simmons, LCSW-C, joins Kendra Chapman for a conversation about how slowing down can restore focus, support healing, and reduce the mind-body strain created by constant urgency. They explore Christina’s personal path into social work and trauma therapy, along with the ways speed, survival, and conditioning show up in everyday life.This episode is especially useful for anyone feeling pressure to do more, move faster, or keep up with systems that reward burnout over well-being. Key topic...

Kendra Chapman opens with the podcast’s core invitation to slow down, then sits down with Swami Nityananda, a spiritual teacher with the Awake Yoga Meditation Community and a longtime professor of English, for a conversation about presence, kindness, and inner freedom. Together they explore how small daily pauses can reshape relationships, reduce stress, and help people live with more intention.In this episode, Kendra and Swami discuss practical ways to bring meditation and awareness into ordina...

Kendra Chapman welcomes back Russell Van Brocklen for part two of their conversation about dyslexia, reading, and writing. This episode focuses on a practical method for helping students move from basic sentences to advanced body paragraphs by using their interests, word analysis, and repeated typing-based practice.Russell explains why he believes dyslexia is not simply a reading problem, but a brain-processing difference that can also become an advantage when taught the right way. He also walks...

Discover how slowing down and focusing on foundational life skills can lead to long-term success, especially for youth. Join us as Rob Heller shares the story behind his Boost Program, addressing critical gaps in social, mental health, and life skills education in today's fast-paced, phone-driven culture.Key Topics: The importance of fundamental life skills that are often missing from traditional education Rob Heller’s journey from successful entrepreneur to youth development innovator The cr...

Discover how embracing a slower, intentional pace can transform your health journey. Jen Germain, a certified functional medicine health coach and autoimmune survivor, shares practical wisdom on healing from chronic illness, the importance of mindset, and sustainable lifestyle habits for lasting wellness. Timestamps 00:00 - The importance of going slow to enhance health and well-being 00:44 - Morning routines that set a positive tone for the day 01:12 - Embracing the freedom of creating your ...

Discover how Lorie Eber transitioned from a demanding legal career to a fulfilling wellness coaching practice, emphasizing the importance of slowing down, self-care, and realizing what truly matters in life. This episode explores themes of ambition, aging, body awareness, and redefining success. Key Topics: Lorie’s experience of going slow: scheduling regular self-care like massages and relaxing Sundays Early childhood influences on drive: cultural expectations and familial ambitions Challen...

This episode features Eric Robinson, who transitions from a 12-year ministry role as a Baptist pastor to 24 years as an FBI special agent, revealing lessons on resilience, trust, and authenticity across radically different careers. Tune in to explore how reflective practice and boundary setting can transform leadership and personal growth. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Welcome & introduction to Eric Robinson’s fascinating career transition 00:32 - The essence of living slowly to go fast in life and work ...

In this episode, Peter shares his journey of integrating spirituality, mindfulness, and intentional routines into a successful life and business. Discover actionable insights on how to slow down, find your authentic self, and align your life with your core values for greater fulfillment. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Peter and the concept of going slow to go fast 00:08 - Peter discusses his recent book, Authentic Self-Rebirth 00:19 - How Peter exemplifies slow living through morning rou...

In this heartfelt episode, Scotty shares his journey through immense loss, addiction recovery, and rebuilding a peaceful life. We explore how therapy, spirituality, boundaries, and intentional self-care can transform chaos into calm. Main Topics: Navigating grief and loss, including the death of parents and family members The role of faith, signs from loved ones, and spiritual practices in healing Practical strategies for creating peace, reducing chaos, and protecting boundaries How therapy ...

During this episode, we hear insights from Heather Holmes, a public relations expert and mompreneur, on balancing family life and building a meaningful legacy through strategic business growth. Learn about the importance of systemic planning, culture, and authenticity in scaling a purpose-driven brand. Main Topics: The foundation of building a meaningful legacy Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship Strategies for scalable, purpose-driven growth The role of culture and core values in bus...

Learn the compelling life story of Donna Hartley, an acclaimed speaker, former Miss Hawaii, and survivor of multiple near-death experiences. In this episode, Donna shares her profound lessons on resilience, inner leadership, intuition, and purpose that inspire us to embrace life's challenges and transform them into our greatest strengths. Main Topics: Donna's near-death experiences and spiritual revelations Overcoming childhood trauma and health crises Building confidence and resilience throu...

Join us as we celebrate the 100th episode of the "Go Slow to Go Fast Lifestyle" podcast with a meaningful conversation with Barbara Weber, a retired nurse and natural health enthusiast. This episode explores the importance of ancestral wisdom, natural remedies, and living intentionally, reminding us all to slow down and reflect on what truly matters. KEY TOPICS The significance of cancer season and its connection to ancestral roots and reflection Personal journey of Barbara Weber from growing ...

In this episode of Go Slow to Go Fast Lifestyle Podcast, Kendra Chapman talks with Herman Petrick, an energy healer and guide, about the power of intentional living, breathwork, and energetic balance. Herman shares how he begins each day with quiet time, breathing, and intention-setting to stay grounded and connected to himself. He explains how that simple practice helps him move through life from a more centered, heart-led place. The conversation then moves into Herman’s path into energy heali...

Slowing Down to Find Clarity: Exploring Energy, Purpose, and Spirituality with Helen Plehn. In this episode, we explore the transformative power of slowing down, tuning into your energy, and discovering your life's purpose through spiritual practices and self-awareness. Helen Plehn shares her journey from traditional Feng Shui to mastering the Aura Color Wheel system, emphasizing how understanding energy can lead to greater fulfillment and flow. Key Topics: The importance of starting your day w...

In this reflective episode, host Kendra Chapman sits down with Cory Rosenke, an author and spiritual guide, to discuss how embracing stillness and understanding our deep-rooted cravings can lead to a more purposeful and peaceful life. Cory shares personal stories of growth from childhood adversity to spiritual awakening, emphasizing the importance of going slow to truly go fast in life's journey. Main Topics: Core lessons from childhood poverty, homelessness, and solitude that shaped Cory’s und...

In this episode, Dr. Donita Grissom returns to the show --- to share insights from her newly released book, The Boost Playbook, a resource designed for educators to enhance engagement and support for multilingual learners across any grade and subject. She discusses how AI can be a powerful tool to level texts, the importance of self-care, and practical ways to meet increasingly diverse student needs without burnout. Key Topics: The origin and purpose of The Boost Playbook as a user-friendly, vi...

Discover practical ways to slow down in a hectic world, fostering clarity, confidence, and deeper connection with yourself and others. This episode explores the intersection of mindfulness, creativity, and intentional living—showcasing tools to help you go slow to go fast. Main Topics: The power of mindful self-care practices like journaling, breath work, and mindful art Strategies to combat distraction and develop sustainable focus through awareness and intentionality The importance of under...

Josie Haines shares her journey of embracing a slow and sustainable approach to work and life, emphasizing the importance of awareness, intentionality, and coaching in achieving long-term well-being and productivity. Discover practical strategies to prevent burnout, foster psychological safety, and design a career and life aligned with your values. Key topics The philosophy of going slow to go fast Recognizing and preventing burnout The impact of tech industry culture on well-being The impor...

Explore proven strategies to support children with dyslexia, emphasizing how neurodiverse learners can excel with the right approach. Russell Van Brocklin shares his personal journey, neuroscience insights, and practical tools to transform frustration into confidence for students, parents, and teachers alike. In This Episode: Russell's personal story overcoming severe dyslexia and how it shaped his teaching approach The neuroscience behind dyslexia: brain activity differences and how to levera...

Explore how slowing down your learning process and thinking critically can lead to deeper understanding, innovation, and a richer intellectual life outside traditional academic structures. This episode explores unconventional paths to knowledge, the importance of community, and practical resources for self-directed learners. Key Topics: The meaning of going slow in learning and why it matters in a fast-paced society The concept of guerrilla scholarship: doing serious intellectual work outside...

Welcome to the Go Slow To Go Fast podcast. Discover how slowing down and honoring your intuition can lead to a more joyful, authentic life. Tamara Zoner shares her journey from unhappiness to purpose, emphasizing simple daily practices to cultivate happiness amidst life's challenges. Key Topics The power of going slow to go fast in life and happiness Recognizing and trusting intuitive nudges for decision-making The seven pillars of happiness: responsibility, mindset, heart, body, spirit, pu...

Discover how to cultivate calm confidence and incorporate simple, effective self-care practices into even the busiest schedules. This episode features insights from mindfulness and meditation expert Katharine Chestnut on how small, consistent habits can lead to long-term stress reduction and greater emotional resilience. In this episode, we discuss: The importance of recognizing moments of depletion amidst busy lives Practical mindfulness techniques like breathwork and body scans you can do a...