SummaryIn this episode of the Catapult Effect podcast, host Katie Wrigley speaks with Jack Daly, a retired Naval Intelligence Officer and author of 'Laugh Out Loud.' Jack shares his personal journey, including a significant incident during his service that involved a laser attack from a Russian spy ship. He discusses the importance of laughter as a coping mechanism, especially for veterans dealing with PTSI and mental health challenges. The conversation highlights the scientific benefits...

In this episode of the Catapult Effect podcast, host Katie Wrigley interviews John Graham Harper, a master trainer and founder of Lumaflex, a revolutionary red light therapy device. John shares his personal journey from competitive athlete to discovering the healing benefits of red light therapy after suffering injuries. He explains the science behind how red light therapy works at the cellular level, its various applications for pain management, cognitive health, and overall wellness. J...

SummaryIn this episode of the Catapult Effect podcast, host Katie Wrigley interviews Andrew Levander, a licensed marriage and family therapist and master addiction counselor. Andrew shares his personal journey into therapy, the profound impact of childhood trauma, and the connection between trauma and addiction. He discusses the importance of creating safe spaces for individuals to share their experiences, particularly for men who often feel isolated in their struggles. The conversation ...

SummaryIn this episode of the Catapult Effect podcast, host Katie Wrigley reflects on her 50 years of life, sharing valuable lessons learned along the way. She emphasizes the importance of resilience, the significance of relationships, and the universal truth of love. Katie discusses the futility of blame and revenge, the regrets of inaction, and the gift of health. She encourages listeners to embrace their desires, speak their truths, and consider other perspectives. The episode conclud...

SummaryIn this episode of the Catapult Effect Podcast, host Katie Wrigley speaks with Andrew O'Brien, founder of The Mind Blowing Coach, about chronic stress and burnout. Andrew shares his personal journey with these issues, discussing how his experiences shaped his coaching practice. The conversation delves into the biological aspects of stress, the importance of understanding the nervous system, and practical strategies for managing stress, including the O'Brien 10. The episode emphasizes t...

In this episode of the Catapult Effect podcast, Dr. Caroline Fisher, a medical doctor turned RTT hypnotherapist, shares her journey from traditional medicine to alternative healing methods. She discusses the transformative power of RTT hypnotherapy, particularly in relation to inner child work and emotional healing. The conversation delves into the subconscious mind's role in healing trauma, the science behind hypnotherapy, and the importance of understanding emotional triggers and the n...

In this episode of the Catapult Effect podcast, host Katie Wrigley speaks with Jennifer Johnson, a registered nurse from Ontario, Canada, who shares her experiences working in emergency rooms during the COVID-19 pandemic. Jennifer discusses the emotional toll on healthcare workers, the importance of intuition in nursing, and her journey of writing a nursing novel titled 'Nursing Intuition.' She emphasizes the need for self-care among nurses and the significance of hope and communication in pa...

In this episode of the Catapult Effect podcast, host Katie Wrigley discusses the critical concepts of healthspan and lifespan, emphasizing the importance of quality of life over mere longevity. She shares her personal journey of improving her health and well-being, highlighting the significance of brain health, diet, movement, and stress management. Katie encourages listeners to take actionable steps towards enhancing their healthspan by focusing on one area at a time, fostering mindfulness, ...

In this conversation, Katie Wrigley and Cari Moffet discuss the impact and importance of energy in our lives. Carrie shares how her experiences as a massage therapist led her to write books about energy and the spiritual journey. They explore the concept of mistakes and misalignment from a spiritual perspective, highlighting that everything is for our growth and learning. They also discuss the idea of being spiritual beings having a human experience, and how our souls continue to exist beyond...

In this episode, Katie Wrigley interviews Ben Haiman, the executive director for public safety and justice with the University of Virginia and former chief of staff for the Washington DC Metropolitan Police Department. They discuss the challenges of police recruitment and the importance of officer resiliency. Ben highlights the need for a shift in the recruitment process, focusing on critical thinking and a service mindset. He also emphasizes the importance of wellness programs and the n...

In this episode, Katie Wrigley discusses the power of pain and how it can be a catalyst for personal growth and empowerment. She shares her own experiences with emotional and physical pain and emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and understanding the lessons that pain can teach us. Katie provides practical steps for tapping into the body, exploring the opportunities that pain presents, and practicing self-compassion. She encourages listeners to believe in themselves and their ability t...

In this episode, host Katie Wrigley interviews licensed clinical social worker Meredith Alger about trauma and the mind-body connection. Meredith shares her personal journey of healing from trauma and discusses the importance of finding a trauma-informed therapist. They also explore the concept of dissociation and the fear of uncovering buried trauma. The conversation highlights the power of tools like EFT tapping and breathwork in regulating the nervous system and creating a sense of safety....

In this episode, Katie Wrigley discusses the importance of establishing trust with oneself and others. She highlights the current trust recession and the need for trust in the business world. Katie provides practical tips for building self-trust, such as following through on commitments and being honest with oneself. She also emphasizes the importance of observing others' follow-through and consistency to determine their trustworthiness. Katie acknowledges that trust can be broken but emphasi...

In this episode, host Katie Wrigley interviews Coral Buchanan, an advanced Cognomovement practitioner and former first responder wife. They discuss the challenges and unique dynamics of being married to a first responder, as well as Coral's personal journey and how Cognomovement helped her navigate through stress and difficult times. Coral specializes in working with relationships, including couples and families, and has helped clients with issues such as infidelity, custody battles, and...

In this episode, Katie Wrigley interviews Casey Ruff, co-owner of Boundless Body, about nutrition and wellness. Casey shares his background in personal training and nutrition coaching and how he discovered unconventional ways to help people optimize their health. They discuss the flaws in the traditional food pyramid and the negative impact of processed carbohydrates and vegetable oils on our health. Casey explains the benefits of a low-carb, high-fat diet, such as the ketogenic and carn...

Dr. Peter Zafirides, an expert in chronic pain and emotions, shares his personal journey with chronic pain and how he discovered the connection between emotions and physical pain. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the purpose of pain and the role of emotions in its manifestation. Dr. Zafirides highlights the need for collaboration between medical and psychiatric approaches to chronic pain and the importance of unlearning pain patterns. He also discusses the strength and resilience...

Layla Al-Khadri, an artist, muse, and feminine leadership mentor, shares her journey of empowerment and helping women find their own unique power. She discusses the importance of silence and the power that comes from pausing and turning awareness inward. Layla emphasizes the crisis of disempowerment in society and the need to reconnect with our own health and healing. She introduces her program, Creatrix, which guides women through personal transformation, creativity, and leadership. Layla en...

Michael Ian Cedar, an executive coach, shares his journey and insights on mindset, leadership, and gratitude. He emphasizes the importance of living life on your own terms and finding fulfillment in your work. Michael discusses the power of gratitude in shifting mindset and taking action. He distinguishes between debilitating gratitude and productive gratitude, highlighting the need for self-awareness and focusing on what you have control over. Michael also talks about his Facebook group, Gra...

In this episode, the host discusses the changes she is making to the podcast and the reasons behind them. She explains that she is changing the name from 'The Pain Changer' to 'The Catapult Effect' to focus on what is possible and moving forward. The podcast will continue to serve two specific audiences: those dealing with chronic pain and first responders. The host is dedicated to helping both groups and believes it is important to understand the challenges they face. Season t...

In this week’s episode of The Pain Changer®. This week, I had a really powerful and unique guest joining me, to talk about conflict de-escalation, and how you can do so peacefully. John Riley spent 7 years in the Army before working for 20 years as a road patrol officer with the Grand Rapids Police, Grand Rapids, MI. He retired in 2015. He and his team at Gentle Response specialize in conducting very dynamic, realistic conflict de-escalation training seminars for churches, business...

In this week’s episode of The Pain Changer®, I have a special guest join me: Mark DiBona. Mark is a Retired Police Sergeant who spent 33 years in the field of law enforcement.Mark and I were connected on LinkedIn and after one zoom call with him, I knew I wanted him to share his story with you. He is dedicating his life as a former police officer to the mental health and wellness of first responders. He does this through public speaking events, as well as through a company he co-founded...

In this week’s episode of The Pain Changer®, I’m chatting with the creators of The Cognomovement System: Bill McKenna and Liz Larson. Bill and Liz have been diving deeper and deeper into this modality and the incredible things it’s been able to do for people, and in particular, the first responder community.Bill McKenna is the Author of The Only Lesson and the founder of the Cognomovement Systems. During his own life-changing spiritual awakening, Bill studied with a number of mast...

In this week’s episode of The Pain Changer®, I chat with Michael Sugrue. Michael began his law enforcement career in the United States Air Force as a Security Forces Officer in 1998. Michael served all over the United States, Europe, the Middle East and South America. He was also a Security Forces Phoenix Raven with the unique identifier of #1173. Michael honorably separated from the Air Force as a Captain in 2004. Michael ultimately medically retired in 2018. He is now a Peer Volunteer at...

In this week’s episode of The Pain Changer®, I chat with Chad Bruckner. Chad is a motivational speaker, author and police life coach. Chad is a retired police detective from Pennsylvania and an Army combat veteran. Chad served for 21 years in government service.  I met Chad at a Wellness Conference in June for first responders that was held in Portland, ME. Chad spoke at the conference, and what he had to say was incredibly important, and very inspiring. He’s also one of the first men I’ve...