Disappointment is part of being human — but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. In this episode, we unpack how to actually deal with the daily (and devastating) letdowns of life — without losing yourself or spiraling.

• A compassionate definition of disappointment (hint: it’s unmet expectations)
• Why disappointment hurts more when you internalize it
• The difference between processing vs. avoiding pain
• Why your disappointment is likely tied to control or safety
• How to express hurt to others without damaging your relationships
• The power of reframing setbacks as invitations for something better

• What to say to someone who constantly cancels plans
• How Andrew and Cat are teaching their kids to ask for what they need
• Why expressing disappointment in a kind, clear way can actually strengthen relationships
• The mind-body impact of suppressing negative emotions

• “Rejection is protection.”
• “I’m not upset — I’m just disappointed.”
• “There must be something better coming.”
• “This didn’t define my worth — I’m still me.”
• “What if this is an invitation for something I couldn’t see yet?”

• ✍️ Journaling: Don’t let unspoken emotion fester
• 🧘 Deep Breathing or a Walk: Move the energy through you
• 🎯 Core Values: Anchor into who you are, not what happened
• 💬 Honest Conversations: Kindly express what let you down
• 🧠 Curiosity: “I wonder what this situation is trying to teach me?”

Cat: A wild “May-cember” day suddenly opened up — less chaos, more music, and her daughter’s orchestra concert.

Andrew: His son finally gets to go fishing, and his daughter is graduating. A proud and peaceful parenting week.

If you’ve been stuck in a loop of disappointment — with people, plans, or yourself — you don’t have to stay there. Five Year You coaching can help you reframe, rebuild, and rediscover your path.

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Remember:

Disappointment isn’t failure — it’s feedback.

It’s not a signal that you’re broken — it’s an opportunity to build a deeper relationship with yourself.

Feel it, learn from it, release it.

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Hosts: Andrew Dewar & Catherine Collins

Ever feel like you're stuck in a loop of “I’ll do it later”? You're not alone. In this episode, we unpack why procrastination isn’t a character flaw — it’s part of being human. And more importantly, we share real strategies (and deep compassion) to help you take that first step forward.

• Why procrastination is not laziness — it’s actually how your brain protects you
• How procrastination is often a self-worth issue in disguise
• The science behind why starting is the hardest part
• Why “future you” is your best productivity hack
• The tools, systems, and mindset shifts we use to get things done without burnout
• How scaffolding and environment design beat willpower every time

• The “Future Me” Hack: Leave little love notes for tomorrow’s you
• Light the First Log: Do the smallest possible action to build momentum
• Habit Stacking (from Atomic Habits)
• The 5-Minute Rule: If it takes less than 5 minutes, do it now
• Environmental Scaffolding: Use cues like headphones or a clean desk to trigger deep work
• The Magic of Timing Tasks: Most dreaded tasks take less time than you think
• App & Tech Tools for focus and productivity

• 📱 Opal App – Focus tool that blocks distractions on your phone
• https://www.opal.so
• 🎧 Brain.fm (Free YouTube Version) – Binaural beats to help you focus
• https://www.youtube.com/@BrainfmApp
• 📖 Atomic Habits by James Clear
• https://www.amazon.com/dp/0735211299?tag=5yy-20
• 📖 Hidden Potential by Adam Grant
• https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593653141?tag=5yy-20

• “Future me will thank me for this.”
• “Light the first log.”
• “Progress beats perfection.”
• “If it’s less than five minutes, do it now.”
• “You're not behind — you're just beginning.”

Cat: Finally scheduled a dentist appointment that’s been on the list for a year.

Andrew: His daughter received two scholarships — proof that effort pays off.

If you know what you want to do, but keep putting it off, coaching may help. We specialize in helping people get unstuck, build momentum, and create a life they love — one day at a time.

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⚠️ Reminder:

You’re not lazy — you’re just tired, overwhelmed, or misaligned. Give yourself grace, use the right tools, and take one small step today.

#StopProcrastinating #FiveYearYou #SelfWorthJourney #ProductivityTips...

Hosts: Andrew Dewar & Catherine Collins

This episode isn’t about weight loss fads or rigid diet plans. It’s a real, raw look at how we changed our lives through self-worth, gut health, and intentional choices. We didn’t set out to lose weight — we set out to feel better. The 50-pound loss? That was just a powerful side effect.

• Why this wasn’t a weight loss journey — it was a mental health journey
• How healing the gut transformed everything from energy to skin
• What autoimmune symptoms disappeared after our food changes
• Why we focused on feeling better, not counting calories
• How boredom and procrastination fuel emotional eating
• The 3 key mindset shifts that helped us keep the weight off

• 📖 The Plant Paradox by Dr. Steven Gundry
• https://www.amazon.com/dp/006242713X?tag=5yy-20
• 📖 Gut Check by Dr. Steven Gundry
• https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062911804?tag=5yy-20
• 📖 Fast Like a Girl by Dr. Mindy Pelz
• https://www.amazon.com/dp/1401969925?tag=5yy-20
• 📖 Fast This Way by Dave Asprey
• https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062882864?tag=5yy-20
• 📖 Calm Your Mind with Food by Dr. Uma Naidoo
• https://www.amazon.com/dp/0316312493?tag=5yy-20
• 🔬 23andMe Health + Ancestry DNA Kit (Used for discovering gluten and beef sensitivity)
• https://www.23andme.com
• 💧 Tap Water Database (EWG Water Quality Tool)
• https://www.ewg.org/tapwater/
• 🧠 Brain Health Coaching by A Mind For All Seasons
• https://www.amindforallseasons.com

• Food is either fueling you or inflaming you
• Weight loss came after gut healing — not calorie counting
• Organic food costs balanced out by skipping processed snacks
• Fasting helped us become aware of emotional and boredom eating
• You don’t have to exercise first — we didn’t! Year 1 was about food and mindset
• Feeling better led to more energy, and more energy led to action
• True transformation begins with self-worth

• Joint iPhone Notes to track food sensitivities
• Organic, anti-inflammatory grocery list
• Daily minerals & supplements (Vitamin D, Magnesium, Vegan Omega-3s)
• Simple meals = fewer decisions = less temptation
• “Will future me thank me for eating this?” (our mental mantra)

We don’t offer medical advice — but if you're ready to build a five-year plan focused on clarity, wellness, and joy, let’s talk.

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