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Elkevate Your Life

Welcome to Elkevate, the podcast where real talk meets heartfelt advice. I"m Elke, often called "Mama Elke" by those around me. With years of experience lending a listening ear to friends, family, and even complete strangers, I’ve created a space where you can find comfort and wisdom.Each week, join me for Mindful Mondays,Or Fun Fact Fridays where I share hot takes on taboo topics and life lessons I"ve learned the hard way. Plus, I’m excited to offer you a chance to be part of the show! Use our

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39:35

Confronting Your Past to Embrace Your Future

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2025/06/10

Send us a text In this deeply personal episode, I explore how our childhood experiences shape adult behaviors through the lens of "Your Inner Child of the Past" by W. Hugh Misseldine. The emotional goodbye to my graduating students triggers profound reflections on my own perfectionist upbringing and healing journey. • Understanding how perfectionist parents create adults who never feel "good enough" • Examining how punishment cycles from childhood manifest in self-punishment as adults • Reco...

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26:53

Men's Mental Health: Breaking the Silence

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2025/06/03

Send us a text June is Men's Mental Health Awareness Month, bringing attention to the struggles many men face but rarely discuss. Working with special needs students and being married to someone diagnosed with mental illness in his sixties has taught me valuable lessons about compassion and understanding. • Mental illness includes many conditions beyond schizophrenia, such as bipolar disorder, anxiety, PTSD, and autism • Depression is more than sadness; anxiety is more than worry; OCD is mor...

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25:46

Breaking the Cycle: How Childhood Patterns Shape Who...

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2025/05/29

Send us a text Have you ever caught yourself reacting to a situation exactly like your parent would? That jarring moment of recognition—"I've become my mother/father"—sparked today's deep dive into the invisible patterns we inherit from our upbringing. It all started with my admission about chronic lateness. After receiving feedback from a military listener about the importance of punctuality, I began examining why this has been a lifelong struggle. Through conversation with a friend who sha...

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27:14

The Four Agreements: Ancient Wisdom for Modern...

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2025/05/27

Send us a text What happens when ancient wisdom meets modern relationships? In this heartfelt conversation, we dive deep into the transformative power of Don Miguel Ruiz's Four Agreements and how they can revolutionize our interactions with others. The journey begins with an exploration of what it means to be "impeccable with your word" in a world filled with gossip, criticism, and negativity. I share my personal struggles maintaining positivity while navigating life with a recently di...

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25:39

The Ghosting Phenomenon: Why People Disappear

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2025/05/15

Send us a text Why do people ghost? What does it reveal about modern communication and our emotional lives? In this deeply personal exploration, I dive into the psychology behind one of dating's most frustrating phenomena. Ghosting typically reveals something significant—either about the ghoster's emotional maturity or about the relationship dynamics at play. As someone who's experienced both sides of ghosting, I share honest insights about when it might be justified (in toxic situations whe...

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24:05

Are The Stars Aligned For Your Relationship?

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2025/05/13

Send us a text The stars have quite a lot to say about our relationships! Join me as I dive deeper into zodiac compatibility and what makes certain signs particularly suited for marriage. Today's journey through the stars reveals why Cancer women make nurturing wives (as a Cancer myself, I can confirm we're always ready with remedies and encouragement!), while Taurus, Virgo, Libra, and Pisces women each bring unique strengths to partnerships. When it comes to husbands, Taurus men emerge as p...

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22:30

Astrological Compatibility: Your Guide to Finding...

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2025/05/08

Send us a text Ever wondered if the stars might hold the secret to your dating success? Astrology offers fascinating insights into personality traits and compatibility that could transform your approach to relationships. Dive deep into the cosmic connection between zodiac signs as we explore four powerful pairings that consistently create harmony and balance. Discover why fiery Aries and Leo ignite each other's passion and leadership qualities, how earthy Taurus provides the perfect foundati...

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33:54

What Men Really Want in Relationships Mindful...

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2025/05/06

Send us a text We explore what men truly want in relationships by sharing feedback directly from male listeners and research findings about men's relationship priorities. This Mindful Monday episode flips the script to examine relationships from the male perspective, revealing surprising similarities in what both genders seek from their partners. • Men consistently want respect, to feel valued and appreciated by their partners • Security and trust form essential foundations, with men wanting...

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29:18

Love & Dating: Navigating Relationships with Confidence

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2025/05/01

Send us a text Ever wondered why your relationships keep failing despite your best efforts? You're not alone. In this revealing episode, I dive deep into the real reasons "nice people" find themselves giving everything in relationships only to end up heartbroken, blocked, and without closure. Drawing from conversations with daters aged 14 to 64, I unpack the essential tools everyone needs in their relationship toolbox. The transformative "flag and pole" analogy reveals the dance between masc...

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28:01

From Ice Breakers to Deal Breakers: A Dating Manual...

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2025/04/29

Send us a text Dating tips for 2025 continue with an essential guide to asking the right questions during dates, from icebreakers to deep conversations that reveal compatibility. This comprehensive approach helps daters of all ages navigate potential relationships with greater awareness and understanding. • Questions about food preferences and dining habits can reveal important lifestyle compatibility issues • Asking about unwinding habits provides insight into everyday compatibility in a re...

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26:00

Swipe Right on Sanity: A No-BS Guide to Modern Dating

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2025/04/24

Send us a text Ever found yourself ignoring relationship red flags only to regret it later? You're not alone.The journey to finding love in 2025 doesn't have to be filled with missteps and heartache. In this illuminating episode, we dive deep into the conscious dating red flags checklist that's changing how singles approach relationships. From partners who react to frustration with blame to those who demonstrate an unwillingness to self-examine, these warning signs serve as powerful guidepost...

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33:42

Dating in 2025: Traditions, Rules and Modern Love ...

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2025/04/22

Send us a text Dating might seem straightforward, but the modern landscape of romance has evolved into a complex territory where traditional values meet contemporary expectations. What happens when time-honored advice like "if they like you, they'll make time for you" collides with the reality of dating apps and changing social norms? Drawing from conversations with friends navigating the dating scene, personal experience, and extensive research (including a fascinating rabbit hole into Redd...

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25:18

Wellness Beyond Illness: Finding Peace in Chronic Pain

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2025/04/17

Send us a text Life throws curveballs that force us to reexamine our fundamental understanding of wellness. After receiving multiple autoimmune diagnoses—oral lichen planus, xerostomia, and lichenoid mucositis—I've spent four challenging months navigating chronic pain and severe dietary restrictions. No more coffee, cocktails, spicy foods, or my beloved animal crackers. This dramatic shift prompted me to attend a Buddha wellness retreat during spring break, seeking strategies to protect my pe...

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25:14

Mama Elke's Guide to Healing Your Inner Child of the...

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2025/04/15

Send us a text Childhood experiences shape our adult relationships in profound ways we rarely stop to consider. This Mindful Monday episode dives deep into the patterns formed in our early years and how they manifest in our current connections with others. When a perfectionist parent raises a child, that child often grows into an adult endlessly seeking achievement and validation. When neglect defines childhood, anxiety and difficulty with intimacy frequently follow. These patterns don't sim...

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23:27

Like a Phoenix Rising from the Ashes Wisdom Wellness...

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2025/04/10

Send us a text Facing life-altering diagnoses led me to discover powerful lessons about acceptance, resilience and recognizing when the universe is preparing us for something greater. • Processing emotions after diagnosis requires acknowledging anger, sadness, frustration, guilt and shame • We need validation of our feelings before we can truly move forward • Meditation, affirmations and grounding techniques help center ourselves during turmoil • The stoic philosophy reveals eight signs that...

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24:13

From Diagnosis to Determination: Navigating Life's...

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2025/04/08

Send us a text What happens when life suddenly shifts beneath your feet? After 15 weeks of mysterious mouth pain and multiple biopsies, I've been diagnosed with several incurable autoimmune conditions that have completely transformed my relationship with food, drink, and daily comfort. No more coffee, citrus fruits, spicy foods, most alcoholic beverages, or even simple pleasures like popcorn and crackers. Rather than surrendering to despair, I'm choosing to use this challenging experience as...

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15:49

How Do You Keep Your Mind Right When Everything Goes...

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2025/04/01

Send us a text Ready to elevate your mindfulness practice? Join me, your host Elke, as we navigate the beautiful chaos of Mindful Monday together. This episode marks an exciting turning point for the podcast as I announce my transition from audio-only to video content! For loyal listeners who've followed my journey across Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and numerous other platforms, I hope you'll continue this adventure with me as we expand into the visual realm. Today's conversation weaves through...

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Mindful Monday: Exploring Spring Celebrations,...

Elkevate Your Life ·

2025/03/25

Send us a text The gentle transition into spring signals not just warmer weather, but a beautiful tapestry of celebrations across different cultures and traditions. From the final days of Ramadan leading to festive Eid gatherings, to the familiar excitement of baseball season beginning on March 27th, this episode explores how seasonal shifts create space for both reflection and celebration.What makes this time of year special for you? I'm genuinely curious about your spring break traditions. ...

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27:51

Wellness Wednesday Ozempic Face & Burning...

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2025/03/20

Send us a text The wellness industry has exploded with promises of quick and effortless weight loss, but what if these "miracle solutions" come with devastating consequences? After exploring various weight loss options, I woke up one day to discover I could no longer enjoy coffee, alcohol, spicy foods, or even simple pleasures like bread and crackers. For twelve agonizing weeks, I've battled a mysterious chronic mouth condition that medical professionals can't diagnose, forcing me to question...

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27:21

Mindful Monday Are Your Dating Standards Keeping You...

Elkevate Your Life ·

2025/03/18

Send us a text The dating landscape is evolving dramatically, and women are at the forefront of this transformation. Morgan Stanley's groundbreaking "Rise of the She Economy" report reveals a striking projection: by 2030, approximately 45% of women aged 25-44 will be single and childless – a significant jump from 41% in 2018. This demographic shift isn't just a statistical curiosity; it signals profound changes in how women approach relationships, careers, and personal fulfillment.Why ar...

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