Fishing Without Bait: A Full Impact Mindfulness Podcast
It's about living a life without definitive expectations and learning to fish without bait.
Displaying 6 items of Fishing Without Bait: A Full Impact Mindfulness Podcast with the tag "stress management".
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You Are Already Whole w/ Melissa Carey | Episode 533
September 29th, 2026 | 27 mins 34 secs
Meditation, active listening, anxiety, anxiety support, behavioral health, breathing exercises, breathwork, coping skills, emotional wellness, gratitude, guided meditation, holistic wellness, into the spirit healing, jim ellermeyer, life transitions, living in the moment, melissa carey, mental wellness, mindfulness, mindfulness podcast, music therapy, personal development, personal growth, present moment, recovery, self acceptance, self awareness, self love, sound therapy, stress management, wellness, wholeness
Melissa Carey joins Jim Ellermeyer for Part 1 of a conversation about self-love, anxiety, mindfulness, and returning to the present moment. Melissa shares how listening, breathwork, music, and simple awareness can help us reconnect with a sense of wholeness that may already be there beneath the noise of everyday life.
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The Myth of Productivity & the Path to Real Joy with Santina Grace | Episode 494
December 2nd, 2025 | 27 mins 49 secs
anxiety relief, clairvoyant medium, coping skills, emotional healing, emotional resilience, fear and anxiety, finding joy, gratitude practice, grounding techniques, inner peace, joy, mental health, mental wellness, mindfulness, mindfulness journey, mindfulness podcast, mindfulness tips, overcoming fear, personal growth, present moment awareness, recovery tools, santina grace, self-compassion, self-worth, spiritual guidance, spirituality, stress management, trauma healing
Clairvoyant medium Santina Grace returns for a powerful conversation about finding joy in a chaotic world. Jim and Santina explore the myth of productivity, how fear shapes anxiety, how to anchor yourself through gratitude and memories, and how to reclaim your inner peace—even when life feels overwhelming.
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A Culture Of Guilt Imposed By Religious Structure | Episode 491
November 18th, 2025 | 15 mins 34 secs
12-step recovery, Compassion, Letting Go, acceptance, behavior health, emotional healing, fishing without bait, healing journey, intentional living, jim ellermeyer, mental health, mindfulness, mindfulness podcast, personal development, recovery, recovery podcast, resilience, self-discovery, self-growth, spiritual wellness, stress management, surrender
In this episode of Fishing Without Bait, Jim Ellermeyer guides listeners through one of the most transformative practices in mindfulness and recovery: letting go. Whether it’s old fears, expectations, resentments, or the emotional weight we’ve carried for years, Jim explains how release is not weakness—it’s liberation.
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The 3 Big C’s That Drain Your Happiness (And How to Avoid Them!) | Episode 480
August 19th, 2025 | 11 mins 20 secs
choose kindness, daily mindfulness practices, emotional vampires, fishing without bait, inspirational podcast, jim ellermeyer, life coaching, live in the moment, living well, mental health awareness, mindful living strategies, mindfulness podcast, mindfulness tips, overcome negativity, personal growth, plant flowers not weeds, positive living, recovery podcast, self help podcast, self improvement, stop comparing, stop complaining, stop criticizing, stress management, three big c’s
In this episode of Fishing Without Bait, Jim Ellermeyer and producer Mike explore the “Three Big C’s” that drain joy and positivity from our lives: comparing, criticizing, and complaining. We discuss how these habits act like emotional vampires, sucking the energy from every room, and why avoiding them leads to a more mindful, fulfilling life.
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Chris Maverick on Mindfulness, Pop Culture, and Building a Joyful Life | Episode 454
January 28th, 2025 | 16 mins 23 secs
academic analysis, balanced life, building connections, chris maverick, creative passions, hobbies, lego, life advice, mindful living, mindfulness, personal growth, personal journey, podcasting, pop culture, recreational activities, self-care, simple joys, stress management, stress relief, university of pittsburgh, unplugging, voxpopcast
In this enlightening episode of Fishing Without Bait, host Jim Ellermeyer welcomes Chris Maverick, professor at the University of Pittsburgh and host of the VoxPopcast. Together, they explore the importance of hobbies and mindfulness in combating stress and living a fulfilling life. Chris shares his journey from a high-stress corporate career to academia, emphasizing the value of recreation and personal growth. They delve into the joy of simple pleasures, from building Lego sets with loved ones to podcasting with family, and how these activities foster connection and creativity.
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Vibroacoustic Therapy and String Theory with Craig Goldberg of InHarmony | Episode 431
July 30th, 2024 | 27 mins 56 secs
Productivity, anxiety relief, craig goldberg, inharmony, jim ellermeyer, mental health, mental well-being, mindfulness, mindfulness practice, present moment, relaxation, relaxation techniques, stress management, tech-assisted meditation, technology
In this enlightening episode of “Fishing Without Bait,” host Jim Ellermeyer continues his engaging conversation with Craig Goldberg, an innovative relaxation expert and the entrepreneur behind InHarmony. Craig shares his profound insights into vibroacoustic therapy, a groundbreaking method combining sound and vibration to promote relaxation and mental well-being. He discusses the critical role of the nervous system, emphasizing the importance of activating the parasympathetic nervous system to counteract chronic stress. Craig’s personal journey into wellness, sparked by his wife’s health challenges, offers a deep dive into the benefits of a holistic lifestyle, from dietary changes to mindfulness practices. Tune in to explore how technology and mindful living can transform your life and combat the pervasive myth of productivity. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety or seeking a healthier, more balanced approach to life, this episode provides practical advice and inspiring perspectives.