Lifelist Update

In episode 73, the Pirates update the status of their 2022 lifelist and discuss their upcoming adventures. What fun things are in the works? What still needs to be scheduled? Is Diggerland in the near future? 

Here's a reminder of our lifelist for 2022 - with updates on each.... 

Completed

• Float room - Done (reactions were mixed).
• Reverse Skydiving - Scheduled and completed before the release of this episode! Stay tuned for a recap in episode 74!
• Bungee Aerobics - Scheduled and completed before the release of this episode! Stay tuned for a recap in episode 74! 

Scheduled/In Progress

• Pirate Life Podcast Tshirts - Orders being accepted through June 30. Email thepiratelifepodcast@gmail.com. Small through XL are $18, 2X is $20.
• Beach Day/Duckaneer - Booked! We are heading to Ocean City in August for a combined beach day/Duckaneer adventure!
• Fitbodies Teaching Vacation - Scheduled! We are heading to Punta Cana in October! Shawna will be the on-site fitness pro at Dreams Onyx Resort and Spa!
• Quarterly podcast meetings - On schedule!

Still Slacking

• Self Defense Class - We need some leads! Anyone have any suggestions for classes happening in the Central PA area??
• Rage Room - Shawna is ready, but Adrienne has to overcome her fear after a rage room adventure gone wrong!
• Diggerland - This adventure remains elusive. Will we EVER make it to Diggerland?

CLICK HERE to listen to episode 73!

How are you doing with YOUR lifelist? Can you help us complete ours? Let us know in the comments! 

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Stress Relief

Denise is back from her month of vacation, Shawna has embraced a new running challenge, and Adrienne made it back from Fort Myers. But amidst their adventures, STRESS still managed to make an unwelcome appearance. In episode 72, the pirates talk about STRESS RELIEF and share some of their favorite stress-relief resources!  

Feeling stressed? PACEs Connection encourages us to do the following... 

• Pay attention to how stress affects us. Do we have physical symptoms like headaches? Are we compelled to clean closets? 
• Be kind to ourselves. 
• Do one thing each day that brings us joy: Laugh at a cat video, read a book, do a puzzle, buy yourself flowers, reach out to someone you care about, have a cup of tea! 
• Get support/Learn more.

Leslie Stephens offers a weekly blog called Morning Person, and suggests a two-day process to reset and recharge when we are feeling overwhelmed. 

• DAY 1 - RESET... Ask yourself, "What do I need to finish, to be able to completely enjoy myself tomorrow?" For Leslie, this includes cleaning out the fridge, meal prep, chasing inbox "almost-zero," weeding, cleaning couches/rugs, straightening up, and working out (the pirates embraced a slightly shorter list!)
  
  
• DAY 2 - RECHARGE... This day is all about relaxation! Leslie hits the dog park, bikes to brunch, plants seeds in her garden, takes a yoga class, and enjoys dinner and ice cream. 

Check out Leslie's post to read more (there is a seven-day free trial)! 

Need a stress-relief technique that you can do anywhere? Producer Paul also gives a run-down on BOX BREATHING, a breathing technique that calms your emotions and reduces stress! Check out this video to try it out!

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What are your favorite stress relief strategies? Let us know in the comments! 

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Bands We Love!

"The music we listen to may not define who we are. But it’s a damn good start." – Jodi Picoult

In episode 71, the Pirates discuss their varying tastes in music and provide a top ten list of their favorite bands. Here's who is in the bottom five... 

 

Wondering who made it into the top five? Can you guess who took the number one spot?? (You'll have to listen to the episode for the rest of the list)!!  

CLICK HERE to listen to episode 71!

Who's on YOUR list? Let us know in the comments! 

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Something New

For episode 70, Denise threw down a challenge to the Pirates... we all had to TRY SOMETHING NEW! 

• Adrienne became a bad@ss boxer with Title Boxing Club!

• Denise is now rocking some gorgeous lash extensions!
  
  
• Shawna did ALL the new things... She started an online yoga teacher training class, participated in her first book club, experienced a volcano pedi, and learned to love arugula and beet salads! (#overachiever) 

So why should YOU try something new? 

• You can find new things that you love (like boxing, lashes, or even beets!)
  
  
• It builds courage! It can be scary to be in a new space or environment where you don't know the lingo ("meat hook to the head"), but it also makes you stronger! 
  
  
• It's a way to SEEK ADVENTURE (one of our pirate inTENtions). Adventure doesn't always have to be a grand trip or major life change. It could be driving a new way to work, taking a new fitness class, or trying a new food!
  
  
• Comfort zones SUCK! Learning and growth happen when you step OUTSIDE of those comfort zones. It may feel a little uncomfortable (or a lot), but that's where the magic happens! 

Want to learn more? Check out these resources... 

Psychology Today 

Mindfulness Muse 

CLICK HERE to listen to episode 70!

What new things have you tried lately? Let us know in the comments! 

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Who is Producer Paul?

The Pirates have been beyond lucky to have had Producer Paul on board since our very first episode! He welcomed us into the Knightly News Podcast Studio as newbies and showed us the podcasting ropes along the way!

In episode 69, we quiz Producer Paul to see what he knows about the pirates (he gets an A) and we find out a lot about our favorite (and award-winning) producer! 

Here are a few highlights... 

1. Favorite movie - Reservoir Dogs
2. Favorite pet peeve - People who are late (um... one pirate may be guilty of this!)
3. Celebrity crush - Jessica Simpson 
4. Fave podcasts - The Tony Kornheiser Show, Seincast: A Seinfeld Podcast, and Talking Sopranos 
5. Childhood career goal - baseball player

This episode includes so much more about Producer Paul - dreams, goals, fears, heroes, and even the best piece of advice he ever received (it's good)!! 

CLICK HERE to listen to episode 69!

Help us show our appreciation for Producer Paul! Give him a shoutout in the comments! 

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All About Zumba

Our first love... what brought us all together... ZUMBA! - Denise

The Pirates are always talking about Zumba, but what is it? Why do they love it? Is it fun? Learn about Zumba and its health benefits, to in episode 68!

What is Zumba? 

Zumba is a world-wide fitness format full of amazing Latin and international music, and easy to follow dance moves, and FUN!

How long is a class? 

Most classes are an hour, however you can find 30 minute classes or two hour Zumbathons depending on what you are looking for! Dance for as little (or as long as you like)! 

What types of classes are available? 

Zumba offers a variety of class formats... Zumba, Zumba Step, Zumba Toning, Aqua Zumba, Zumba Sentao, Zumba Gold, Zumba Kids, and MORE! Each format is unique, but all of them still have the same Zumba energy and party-like atmosphere! 

What are the benefits? 

Zumba classes offer socialization, an awesome cardio workout, plus lots of laughs and smiles! It's also great for your heart, lungs, and bones - not to mention the great mental health benefits!

Advice for new students

• If you are smiling, you are doing it right! -Adrienne
• Come to class expecting smiles (and squats)! - Shawna 
• Just have a good time, move, smile, and breathe! - Denise

Find a class at zumba.dance

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Have you recently tried your first Zumba class? Tell us all about it in the comments! 

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All About Yoga

It all started with a book: Yoga and the Quest for the True Self by Stephen Cope. Our challenge for episode 67 was to finish the book and be prepared to discuss all things YOGA!  

What we found out was that we had A LOT to learn... Yoga is more than just tough poses and trying to be quiet (which is a BIG challenge for the pirates). 

According to the Huffington Post, most people (over 90%) begin their yoga practice in search of flexibility, stress relief, health, and physical fitness. But that's not what keeps them on the mat. Two thirds of that group change their focus to "spirituality or self-actualization, a sense of fulfilling their potential."

On a quest for increased mindfulness and shakti (the power within us), Shawn and Adrienne have officially registered for Yoga Teacher Training through My Vinyasa Practice (or MVP for short)! The training requires a commitment of 200 hours - something we hope to complete by the end of the year. We'll be sure to share our progress! 

About Yoga and the Quest for the True Self: 

Stephen Cope, a Western-trained psychotherapist who has lived and taught for more than 10 years at the largest yoga center in America... demystifies the philosophy, psychology, and practice of yoga, and shows how it applies to our most human dilemmas: from loss, disappointment, and addiction, to the eternal conflicts around sex and relationship. And he shows us that in yoga, "liberation" does not require us to leave our everyday lives for some transcendent spiritual plane - life itself is the path. Above all, Cope shows how yoga can heal the suffering of self-estrangement that pervades our society, leading us to a new sense of purpose and to a deeper, more satisfying life in the world.

CLICK HERE to listen to episode 67!

Do any of our listeners have a YOGA practice? Any tips for us as we start our journey? Let us know in the comments! 

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