web02.fireside.fm Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:37:14 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Fishing Without Bait: A Full Impact Mindfulness Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Expectations” https://fishingwithoutbait.fireside.fm/tags/expectations Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 A mindful exercise. A look at ourselves. We recommend rest and relaxation. One way you can do this is to take up fishing. And for a truly mindful experience, try fishing without bait. en-us episodic It's about living a life without definitive expectations and learning to fish without bait. Humility Health and Wellness LLC. A mindful exercise. A look at ourselves. We recommend rest and relaxation. One way you can do this is to take up fishing. And for a truly mindful experience, try fishing without bait. no mindfulness, addiction, recovery, pittsburgh, alcoholism, alcoholics anonymous Humility Health and Wellness LLC. fishingwithoutbait@sorgatronmedia.com Zeke Mercer: Sacrifice, Identity & Self-Discovery | Episode 503 https://fishingwithoutbait.fireside.fm/554 87fa8238-e3d6-499d-93c0-260fbb18bf26 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 Humility Health and Wellness LLC. full Humility Health and Wellness LLC. In Part 2 of our conversation, Zeke Mercer reflects on sacrifice, expectations, and the emotional realities of chasing dreams. She shares deeply personal insights about identity, integrity, and her transition journey. A thoughtful discussion on self-worth, resilience, and living authentically. 22:59 no Part 2 of our conversation with Zeke Mercer dives deeper into the realities behind ambition, sacrifice, and self-worth. Zeke speaks candidly about guiding younger wrestlers, confronting the harsh truth that “wrestling doesn’t owe you a thing,” and the emotional crossroads between acceptance and bitterness. The conversation expands into integrity, ethical living, and how actions reveal character more than words ever can. Zeke also opens up about her personal evolution, sharing reflections on transitioning, self-discovery, and navigating a world that isn’t always accepting. This episode is a powerful exploration of identity, resilience, and choosing authenticity in the face of judgment. Calls to Action: Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast player. Support us on Patreon for ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/c/fishingwithoutbait Pick up our book: Learn to Fish Without Bait https://www.lulu.com/shop/james-ellermeyer-lpc-ma-ncc-lpc/learn-to-fish-without-bait/paperback/product-6n9rd8.html?page=1&pageSize=4 Fishing Without Bait, Fishing Without Bait Podcast, FWB503, Zeke Mercer, Mindfulness, Recovery, Mental Wellness, Self Discovery, Personal Growth, Integrity, Sacrifice, Expectations, Identity, Transition, Authenticity, Ethical Living, Resilience, Self Worth, Mental Health Part 2 of our conversation with Zeke Mercer dives deeper into the realities behind ambition, sacrifice, and self-worth. Zeke speaks candidly about guiding younger wrestlers, confronting the harsh truth that “wrestling doesn’t owe you a thing,” and the emotional crossroads between acceptance and bitterness.

The conversation expands into integrity, ethical living, and how actions reveal character more than words ever can. Zeke also opens up about her personal evolution, sharing reflections on transitioning, self-discovery, and navigating a world that isn’t always accepting.

This episode is a powerful exploration of identity, resilience, and choosing authenticity in the face of judgment.

Calls to Action:
Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast player.
Support us on Patreon for ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/c/fishingwithoutbait

Pick up our book: Learn to Fish Without Bait
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The conversation expands into integrity, ethical living, and how actions reveal character more than words ever can. Zeke also opens up about her personal evolution, sharing reflections on transitioning, self-discovery, and navigating a world that isn’t always accepting.

This episode is a powerful exploration of identity, resilience, and choosing authenticity in the face of judgment.

Calls to Action:
Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast player.
Support us on Patreon for ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/c/fishingwithoutbait

Pick up our book: Learn to Fish Without Bait
https://www.lulu.com/shop/james-ellermeyer-lpc-ma-ncc-lpc/learn-to-fish-without-bait/paperback/product-6n9rd8.html?page=1&pageSize=4

]]> Classic Fishing Without Bait 363: Expectations for the Holidays https://fishingwithoutbait.fireside.fm/437 fea8b885-d7a9-4a75-a6ce-2c384a4b8f52 Tue, 21 Nov 2023 14:15:00 -0500 Humility Health and Wellness LLC. full Humility Health and Wellness LLC. Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike discuss the expectations that cause anxiety around Christmas and the misnomer of Jesus’s birthday.  We discuss why we established December 25 as the holiday. What is important in this season when we are missing our loved ones?  14:20 no Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike discuss the expectations that cause anxiety around Christmas and the misnomer of Jesus’s birthday.  We discuss why we established December 25 as the holiday. What is important in this season when we are missing our loved ones?  Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait ! Subscribe to our Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Music, TuneIn or look for it on your favorite Podcatcher! mindfulness, psychology, therapy, holidays, Christmas, expectations, family, time, gifts Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike discuss the expectations that cause anxiety around Christmas and the misnomer of Jesus’s birthday.  We discuss why we established December 25 as the holiday. What is important in this season when we are missing our loved ones? 

Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait !

Subscribe to our Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Music, TuneIn or look for it on your favorite Podcatcher!

]]> Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike discuss the expectations that cause anxiety around Christmas and the misnomer of Jesus’s birthday.  We discuss why we established December 25 as the holiday. What is important in this season when we are missing our loved ones? 

Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait !

Subscribe to our Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Music, TuneIn or look for it on your favorite Podcatcher!

]]> Interpreting Spirituality | Episode 401 https://fishingwithoutbait.fireside.fm/436 a1eebf4d-ae86-42b6-b747-e2198d1226c4 Tue, 14 Nov 2023 01:00:00 -0500 Humility Health and Wellness LLC. full Humility Health and Wellness LLC. Regina Badger shares her spiritual journey through psychedelics and how embracing life's challenges leads to growth. She and Jim discuss how we're all connected energetically and the importance of self-forgiveness. They talk about avoiding materialism and social media pressures, instead finding success through community and nature. Though their paths differ, they agree stepping into the unknown with beginner's mind opens us to possibilities. Overall, an insightful discussion on spirituality, letting go of control, and being open to life's journey. 23:11 no Regina Badger shares her spiritual journey through psychedelics and how embracing life's challenges leads to growth. She and Jim discuss how we're all connected energetically and the importance of self-forgiveness. They talk about avoiding materialism and social media pressures, instead finding success through community and nature. Though their paths differ, they agree stepping into the unknown with beginner's mind opens us to possibilities. Overall, an insightful discussion on spirituality, letting go of control, and being open to life's journey. Are you finding benefit from this show?  We appreciate any support with our Patreon page!  Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait ! Subscribe to our Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Music, TuneIn or look for it on your favorite Podcatcher! spirituality, self-reflection, psychedelics, ayahuasca, letting go, beginner's mind, nature, community, social media pressures, materialism, expectations, unknown, life's journey, opportunities, growth, challenges, self-forgiveness Regina Badger shares her spiritual journey through psychedelics and how embracing life's challenges leads to growth. She and Jim discuss how we're all connected energetically and the importance of self-forgiveness. They talk about avoiding materialism and social media pressures, instead finding success through community and nature. Though their paths differ, they agree stepping into the unknown with beginner's mind opens us to possibilities. Overall, an insightful discussion on spirituality, letting go of control, and being open to life's journey.

Are you finding benefit from this show?  We appreciate any support with our Patreon page!  Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait !

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]]> Regina Badger shares her spiritual journey through psychedelics and how embracing life's challenges leads to growth. She and Jim discuss how we're all connected energetically and the importance of self-forgiveness. They talk about avoiding materialism and social media pressures, instead finding success through community and nature. Though their paths differ, they agree stepping into the unknown with beginner's mind opens us to possibilities. Overall, an insightful discussion on spirituality, letting go of control, and being open to life's journey.

Are you finding benefit from this show?  We appreciate any support with our Patreon page!  Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait !

Subscribe to our Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Music, TuneIn or look for it on your favorite Podcatcher!

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