IN-TE-GREATNESS with Jason and Jolene
She’s a professional grief and trauma counsellor, he’s an average joe with a head full of bad wiring. Together they unpack life’s baggage on the journey to unlocking personal greatness while diving into a variety of mental-health topics like vicarious and childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, suicide awareness and more. A new episode every week. CAUTION: listening to this podcast may inadvertently improve your life.
Episodes
Wednesday Jan 03, 2024
He Who Breaks A Resolution Is A Weakling; He Who Makes One Is A Fool
Wednesday Jan 03, 2024
Wednesday Jan 03, 2024
2023 has come and gone and 2024 brings 365 days of fresh opportunities. So how does one make the most of the whole new-year-new-you concept? Jason and Jolene share how they're planning to own 2024, and offer a few suggestions on how you can too.
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc
Wednesday Dec 27, 2023
Drunken Christmas Party 2: The Saga of Shiniqua Igotyourass
Wednesday Dec 27, 2023
Wednesday Dec 27, 2023
Last year Jason and Jolene celebrated the Christmas season with a special episode where they consumed more than a few drinks and took questions from the audience. That proved so successful they decided to follow the tradition of the Hollywood blockbuster and do a sequel. So, without further adieu, they proudly present Drunken Christmas Party 2: The Saga of Shinique Igotyourass!
Just roll with it...
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Come Out To The Coast, We’ll Get Together, Have A Few Laughs
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
It's Christmas time once again! In order to get into the spirit of the season, Jason and Jolene share a pair of holiday experiences they've had that better armed them -- and might better arm you -- heading into the alleged Most Wonderful Time of the Year. Ho-ho-ho and all that...
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
It’s A Shame Cars Don’t Run On Cognitive Dissonance
Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
Cognitive dissonance happens when people hold conflicting beliefs in the mind at the same time. Or something like that. Jolene does a great job describing what cognitive dissonance is and how it works, and she and Jason break down their own experiences with cognitive dissonance in order to help you break your own cycle of stress.
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Scheming On A Thing, That’s A Mirage I’m Trying To Tell You Now, It’s Sabotage
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Self sabotage. We've all done it, and continue to do so, often without being aware we're doing it at all. Which is why Jason and Jolene bring the truth -- and some Beastie Boys -- as they help you stop getting in the way of your inner greatness.
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
You Do Not Talk About Fight Club
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Fighting. It's a rare person who enjoys or intentionally starts a fight. And many couples brag about how they never, ever argue with one another. But is it healthy to avoid conflict? Or is there a time and place? Jason and Jolene talk the virtues of picking that battle, share some of the fights they've had, and the benefits that came with them.
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
How is your life balancing out? Is everything feeling like it should? Are you sleeping enough and eating right? Or do you find yourself binging on bad food and drink? Are you overtired? Tired of us asking all these questions? Let Jason and Jolene offer some thoughts and tips on how to find balance in your life.
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
It’s Easy To Stay Grounded. The Ground Is Very Close, And We Walk On It Every Day
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Don't let the wise words of Keanu Reeves fool you; if you don't understand grounding -- or what it means to be grounded -- then the concept is a tough one to grasp. But Mr. Reeves isn't wrong either as, once you grasp what it means to be grounded, it's an easy state of being to attain. Fortunately Jason and Jolene are here with some ways to help you get, and stay, grounded.
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
We All Wear Masks... Metaphorically Speaking
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Who was the real person; Bruce Wayne or Batman? Jason and Jolene take that nerdish conundrum and apply it to their lives as they navigate the various roles they've played -- and still play -- in life. The hope is their journey will help you better define who you are.
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
I’m Staying Home Today. I Have Mood Poisoning
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
There's a lot of talk in the self-help world about self care, but what about self nourishment? What of it, you ask? And what would self nourishment look like? Well push play, True Believer, and Jason and Jolene will tell you all about it!
Music by Shawn Knippelberg of Bad Man Inc.