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We couldn't celebrate Women's Month without a deep discussion of the powerful, and empowering book In the Flo by Alisa Vitti. This book is about unlocking the secrets of our cycle and letting it work WITH us, rather than ignoring it or pushing it back. Want to get In the Flo yourself? Get it here Discover In the Flo Living(I myself tried the Flo28 program for a year, and it's really great!) As always, connect with ZooFit online, and remember to live green and train positive!

What is probably the best self-care habit we can incorporate into our lives? How about high-fiving yourself every morning. Welcome to Mel Robbins' fantastic book, the High 5 Habit. Mel Robbins is a successful life coach. Her TED Talk -- How to Stop Screwing Yourself Over-- has over 31 MILLION views, and there's a reason for it, it's epic. (In fact, check it out even before you listen, Mel is a fracking genius!) You can also check out her first book The 5-Second Rule. Get a free template for your own High 5 Journal (you do need to sign up for Mel's newsletter to receive it). Connect with ZooFit and all our work to help you become the best version of yourself each and every day.  

Subscribe to Zoo-notable To kick off Women's History Month, I sat down with three of the authors from the She Writes Press anthology Art in the Time of Unbearable Crisis: Women Writers Respond to the Call. Barbara Terrao, Donna Cameron, and Teresa Janssen generously shared their experience and insight on their pieces in the anthology, talking about the power of stories, and of our voices and words, and how writing and sharing our experiences makes us stronger. Check out the book yourself: She Writes Press Bookshop (better alternative to Amazon) Connect with our authors: Barbara Terrao Teresa Janssen  Donna Cameron Share you stories with me and the world. Contact me at pj@zoofit.net or through my website ZooFit

Today, I celebrate one of my all-time favorite conservation heroines, Wangari Maathai by reading her memoir Unbowed. I loved learning about Wangari's childhood, her past experiences and how they shaped her destiny to become a strong, independent woman who championed the environment and communities of Kenya.  We delve into some big ideas like understanding others' pasts, turning obstacles into opportunities, and doing what you can, no matter who you are. Related Zoo-notable: Wangari Planting Trees to Change the World  Learn more at ZooFit

A collection of essays, poetry, and stories of hope, truth, courage, and solutions, All We Can Save celebrates diversity and women, and everyone who is fighting for climate action. Want to read more? Check out All We Can Save at your local library, bookstore, or zoo (I have seen this book for sale at all major zoos in the Pacific Northwest).

Have you ever heard of elimination diets to reset your body and figure out what foods work best for you? Well, this elimination and reset program has become one of the most popular in the world, for good reason, it works for a lot of people.  It Starts With Food is the book that propelled the Whole30 movement. Today we'll discuss some big ideas such as food should make us healthy, 100% is easier than 99%, and even Whole30 is not the only, or necessarily the best, option. Want to check out the book yourself? Visit your library or local bookstore.  Listen to other related Zoo-notables: Food Rules by Michael Pollan and Intuitive Eating Connect with me online at ZooFit, read more insights from Zoo-notables, and connect to yourself, and the earth in a healthy, positive way.

After reading this book a couple of years ago, I re-read it and had to add it to my top 20 all-time favorite books. Every chapter is filled with fantastic wisdom, you can check out more from this book on my blog: ZooFit. It takes discipline. It takes commitment. It takes time and effort. It takes what it takes. Love this Zoo-notable? Check out the book at your local library or community bookstore.

I'm a published author! In 2021, I joined a program called the Narrative Project, where I met my guests for today-- Isabel Castro, Lauren Trantham, and Carrie Kenner. Throughout the year, we helped each other finish our stories, and now one of the fruits of our labor is out in the real world with the release of True Stories Vol. 5.  With the release of our new book, I gathered my group of Badass Warrior Women to celebrate, reminisce, and inspire anyone and everyone with a story to share. Spoiler: WE ALL HAVE STORIES TO SHARE! Enjoy our conversation, but more importantly, let this spur you forward to start telling your story! If you want some help, or just a platform to share, let me know! This is a candid conversation so there is some explicit language (this is your trigger warning). Contact me through ZooFit, and keep on rocking your dreams! Lauren's non-profit organization Ride My Road See what Carrie does: Carrie Kenner Connect with Isabel: Living Balance

In Part 1 of my Zoo-notable on Atomic Habits, I discussed the grand ideas that resonated the most with me, personally (Check it out here). In Part 2, we delve more into the science of how these principles and ideas are used with training animals, and why they are life-changing for us, too. We'll discuss why becoming aware of our behaviors is so important, how to bridge our effort and success, and how to make habits easier and more accessible. If you want some more information on training yourself using the same principles as positive reinforcer trainers, check out TAG Teach and Karen Pryor Clicker Training Academy Want to check the book out yourself? Connect with your local library or your local bookstore Related Zoo-notables: Superhuman by Habit; Miracle Morning Learn more about ZooFit - stay connected through YouTube-- support our projects on Patreon

Our habits build our identity; we are what we repeatedly do. Let's create a system for success and make it easy, attractive, and satisfying by delving into Atomic Habits by James Clear. Atomic Habits needs no real introduction. It is one of the most popular books on habits ever written, with over 10 million copies sold world-wide. But today, we'll peel the skin off this amazing book and dive into ways we can incorporate small changes in our lives for amazing results. This is Part 1 of 2 episodes on the book. Today, we're looking at the ideas that resonated with me, personally, the most, and why. In Part 2, we'll see how animal trainers utilize these principles in working with animals, and how it applies to self-care as well. Want more? Check out Brian Johnson's Philosopher Notes Read the book yourself: Find Your Library or Find Your Local Bookstore Check out ZooFit online, and start making your habits fun, engaging, and impactful.

Want to go from ordinary to EXTRAordinary, gain superpowers, and show up as the best version of yourself for the new year? The best way to close the gap from where you are to where you want to be is through implementing HABITS. We're kicking off the new year with a great little book on habits-- Superhuman by Habit. It's by a guy named simply Tynan (check out his work here).  We'll discuss how habits set you free, how habits help us shape a superhuman identity, why we never skip twice, ways to win in forming new habits, and how to get better, faster, and stronger with healthy habits. Links to pertinent topics: My husband Chris' website: chrisbeaven.com  Find your local library Support Zoo-notable and ZooFit by joining the Pride on Patreon or subscribe to my Blog/Newsletter Other books you may like related to Superhuman by Habit: Atomic Habits by James Clear (next week's Zoo-notable) Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg Mini Habits by Stephen Guise The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg

New episodes are dropping starting January 1! We have some incredible books lined up: Atomic Habits by James Clear It Takes What It Takes by Trevor Moawad Unbowed by Wangari Maathai The Tribe of Tiger by Elizabeth Marshall Thomas plus more interviews with authors and friends to "tell me a story." ...and so much more Subscribe to Zoo-notable and never miss a single note!

It's my last Zoo-notable for 2022. As I prepare to go on my reading break, I thought I'd share some of my favorites from this past year. Here are my top 10 favorite Zoo-notables of the year: 10- The Secret Lives of Bats by Merlin Tuttle 9- Planet Palm by Jocelyn Zuckerman 8- On Writing by Stephen King 7- Braving the Wilderness by Brené Brown 6- The Eye of the Trainer by Ken Ramirez 5- Finding Eco-Happiness by Sandy Schwartz 4- Where the Wild Things Were by William Stoltzenburg 3- Zen and the Art of Saving the Planet by Thich Nhat Hanh 2- Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer 1- Blue Mind by Wallace J. Nichols I also share a special Tell Me a Story where I talk about our move to Tacoma. Want more Zoo-notable goodness while I'm on break? Join the ZooFit Pride on Patreon, or sign up for my newsletter/blog on ZooFit.

Happy Vet Tech Week. I'm sharing some really insightful and helpful information for animal care technicians from an expert in the field, Dr. Kimberly Pope-Robinson, who has written an incredible book The Unspoken Life. We sat down to discuss what the Unspoken Life is like, how we can be more "spoken for" through self-care and filling our balloons, and go from broken and battered to resilient and rejuvenated. Kim shared a TON of resources, so check her out at https://1lifecc.com/ to download free worksheets, watch free videos, and stock up on 1LifeConnected items to remind us that self-care is an important aspect of animal care. Definition of Burnout Take a Bubble Break Brown Gauze Moment 1LifeConnected Courses The Unspoken Life Book and Coloring Book And check out ZooFit for more ways to provide self-care so we can show up as our best selves for the animals, our community, and the planet. 

To celebrate Indigenous People's Day, I'm sharing the fantastic wisdom from the book Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. This is probably the most profound Zoonotable I feel I’ve ever done. I have always revered Native Americans for their relationship with the earth. But to be honest, I’ve never felt connected to their way of life. It was THEIR way, and while I feel more connected to nature than I do to say, a city, I just didn’t feel I could practice the Indigenous principles. But with Braiding Sweetgrass, I feel as if I’ve been given permission, invited, and encouraged to let the traditions live on. Not to appropriate, but to revitalize a way of living that is pretty attuned with what I believe. The main idea Robin brings up AGAIN AND AGAIN is that of RECIPROCITY, the two-way relationship between people and the planet. Give, share, and connect. I loved this book so much and I think you will to, so let’s dig in to Braiding Sweetgrass. Want to grab your own copy? Check out your local library or bookstore: Find your local library Order from your local bookstore Loved this Zoo-notable? I'll be posting bonus material on my Patreon site, where fans can support creators, which will help improve and expand Zoo-notables and other ZooFit programs.  Connect with me and stay up to date with ZooFit happenings and information- https://www.zoofit.net/

While I have discussed this incredible book before, I'm revisiting it in honor of Butterfly and Hummingbird Day (10/3). This book is essential reading for anyone in the conservation or animal care field, doing what we can to make a difference in the animals' lives and the world around us. Visit us and become a part of ZooFit's Pride online at zoofit.net or on Patreon If you are struggling with compassion fatigue, burnout, or anxiety, I am here to help. Contact me through ZooFit, and let's get you on the path to changing the world by taking care of yourself.

We discuss being animalish, not being alone, finding your legacy, being objective, and conservation's long game. Check out your local library or local bookstore to grab your copy. Support ZooFit and Zoo-notable on Patreon and at ZooFit.net

Welcome back to Zoo-notable. It’s been a hot minute since I’ve shared a new note, but I’m back for the next month or so before I go on my reading break. This week is National Dog Week, and today’s book is perfect to celebrate our canine best pals. I recently read some of Steven Kotler’s work, who wrote a great book called the Art of Impossible and other books. But I was intrigued by a title in his collection with a cute Chihuahua on the cover. It was titled A Small Furry Prayer with a subtitle Dog Rescue and the Meaning of Life. A peak performance guru talking about dog rescue? I read the back cover, and this prolific writer actually runs a dog rescue with his wife in New Mexico called Rancho de Chihuahua. Wow, I remember thinking, I believe this may be a kindred soul—a true animal loving writer who wants to help change the world. A Small Furry Prayer is not your typical memoir. Kotler is a journalist by nature, and has interwoven some absolutely fascinating gems about our natural history with dogs (starting with wolves), pet ownership, and what it truly means to be an animal caregiver. He speaks of altruism, empathy, and even the compassion fatigue we can suffer from losing our beloved animals, often too soon. Find your copy of Small Furry Prayer  at your local bookstore or at your local library Connect with ZooFit and support our work at ZooFit and on Patreon

August is National Park Month, and what better way to celebrate than by discussing a book which discusses the positive benefits of experiencing nature, Last Child in the Woods by Richard Louv. Today, we'll discuss Talking the Talk versus Walking the (Nature) Walk, the Bogeyman Syndrome, Our Intelligence Type, Paying Attention versus Being Careful, and Movement Makes Us Smarter. Learn more about Richard Louv on his website Richardlouv.com Find Last Child in the Woods, along with several other fantastic books by Richard Louv at your local bookstore, or visit your favorite National Park, Wildlife Refuge, or nature center. 

Do animals feel anxiety? Do they cave under pressure, overeat certain foods, do risky behavior, become addicted to substances? More important than the specific answer to these questions is what can we learn as humans from the idea that wild animals can feel anxiety, cave under pressure, overeat, do risky behaviors, and become addicted to certain substances? That’s what we’re going to tackle today as we discuss the book Zoobiquity. Find out more about Zoobiquity and how our health and well-being is connected with animals. Connect more with ZooFit online to see how our healthy habits can be improved by training like an animal.

To close up National Zookeeper Week, I'm sitting down with my good friend and mentor, Stephanie Miller, to discuss her 30 year career working with animals in Atlanta and Seattle. We discuss empathy, what it means to be a keeper, and how to connect our audience to conservation in meaningful ways.  Visit Woodland Park Zoo (in-person or online), or find your local zoo and thank a keeper for all their hard work! Want more Zookeeper Week goodness? Check out ZooFit.net for my daily blogs this past week for zookeeper inspired recipes, workouts, and stories to help you stay focused and promote self-care. Email me at pj@zoofit.net to connect with me, I'm always available to help animal care professionals and conservationists be the best versions of themselves!

National Zookeeper Week is here! On this special episode of Zoo-notable, I sit down with Ken Ramirez, animal trainer extraordinaire, Vice President of Karen Pryor Clicker Training, and author of The Eye of the Trainer. We discuss training animal trainers, meeting people (and animals) where they are, how punishment works and doesn't work, and not jumping to conclusions, among many other topics covered in The Eye of the Trainer. From the book description on Karen Pryor Clicker Training site: "In The Eye of the Trainer, Ken Ramirez brings to life the power of positive reinforcement training to build trust and transform lives. Ken is one of the most creative, cogent, and effective animal trainers in the world. His positive reinforcement training principles and practices are studied, replicated, and applied in settings as diverse as conservation efforts with elephants on the African plains, canine search and rescue in Texas, oil-disaster recovery for sea turtles in the Gulf of Mexico, butterfly training in England, and animal shelters in Chicago. In this inspiring, heartwarming, and hopeful series of essays chronicling his 40+ years of global exploration and observation, Ken shares not only the intriguing personalities of the animals that shaped his life, but how their unique challenges influenced his training choices, philosophy, and worldview. A must-read for anyone who lives with, studies, or works with animals, Ken’s training wisdom, principled guidance, and practical advice call us to see the world through his eyes. Ken’s world is one where great training transforms the shy animal into the confident one, the aggressive into the calm, and the mistrustful into the trustful—and even the unsupportive boss into an ally. See the world better. See it differently. See it through The Eye of the Trainer." Want more goodness from Ken and Karen Pryor? Join Ken on The Ranch to take your training skills to the next level, get certified, or join hundreds of other positive reinforcement trainers at the Karen Pryor ClickerExpo. Learn more at ClickerTraining.com Grab a copy of The Eye of the Trainer online, or at your local bookstore. And ask your library to get a copy for distribution. Want more ZooFit and Zoo-notable goodness? Join the ZooFit Pride on Patreon and get access to bonus material, excerpts from my new book, and opportunities to connect with me and other ZooFitters. And join me all week long on our blog at ZooFit.net for National Zookeeper Week celebratory blog posts. 

What better way to celebrate Plastic Free July than learning how to be more mindful in our consumption and daily practices? Thich Nhat Hanh, great Buddhist Zen Master shows us how social justice, compassion, and environmental practices are interwoven in this profound book, Zen and the Art of Saving the Planet. Grab your copy here: Zen and the Art of Saving the Planet Learn more about Thich Nhat Hanh and his tremendous work: Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation and Plum Village  Connect with ZooFit and learn how to become more mindful, as well as how to establish healthy self-care habits: ZooFit Support ZooFit and Zoo-notables on Patreon

We end June with a special Pride Month celebration of LGBTQ representation in the animal kingdom and the fascinating book Queer Ducks by Eliot Schrefer.  This groundbreaking illustrated nonfiction title from two-time National Book Award finalist and New York Times bestselling author Eliot Schrefer is a well-researched and teen-friendly exploration of the gamut of queer behaviors observed in animals. A quiet revolution has been underway in recent years, with study after study revealing substantial same-sex sexual behavior in animals. Join celebrated author Eliot Schrefer on an exploration of queer behavior in the animal world—from albatrosses to bonobos to clownfish to doodlebugs. In sharp and witty prose—aided by humorous comics from artist Jules Zuckerberg—Schrefer uses science, history, anthropology, and sociology to illustrate the diversity of sexual behavior in the animal world. Interviews with researchers in the field offer additional insights for readers and aspiring scientists. Queer behavior in animals is as diverse and complex—and as natural—as it is in our own species. It doesn’t set us apart from animals—it bonds us even closer to our animal selves. Find out more at eliotschrefer.com Learn more about diversity in the animal kingdom with Biological Exuberance by Bruce Bagemihl and Evolution's Rainbow by Joan Roughgarden. Connect with ZooFit to share Pride in the Animal Kingdom. Check out my blog and even my favorite workout on YouTube

In our second book celebrating World Oceans Month, I sit down to talk to author Erin Pyne to discuss her book Dolphin Journey. We discuss empathy and how we can help dolphins to save the oceans and other marine animals, plus we geek out about Harry Potter (because of course we did!) and take trips down memory lane. Erin also shares a special story with her animals, inspiring me to work on building trust with myself and others to create more heroes. Heroes have strength for two, and protect what they love! Want more? Grab your copy of Dolphin Journey, and connect with Erin on her website and social media. Join the ZooFit Pride on Patreon, check out ZooFit's new podcast, and sign up for our newsletter/blog. 

To celebrate World Ocean Day, I'm diving into a fantastic book that inspired me and motivated me to get in touch with nature, myself, and connect with others in a nurturing way.  Blue Mind by Wallace J. Nichols celebrates and honors the way being near, in, on, or under water makes us happier, healthier, more connected, and better at what we do!  Check out Blue Mind and Jay's work at wallacejnichols.org Related Zoo-notables: Secret Lives of Bats by Merlin Tuttle Braving the Wilderness by Brené Brown Want more Zoo-notable goodness? Support us on Patreon and receive bonus Big Ideas and much more! Stay updated and informed: https://zoofit.net/

On this International Day of Biodiversity, I show how we are all connected, and how you have a special purpose in life, no matter who you are. You can make a difference. Our Big Ideas: Everyone has a special and important purpose (Lessons from a Sea Star), Everything is Connected (Lessons from Reintroducing Wolves to Yellowstone), Keystone Species and Keystone Habits (Lessons from a Sea Otter), We Will Never Know it All (Lessons from Researchers), and Biodiversity Makes Communities Thrive (Lessons from the Animal Kingdom). Find this book and other great books from Zoo-notable at your local library: https://www.worldcat.org/libraries Support ZooFit and future projects and stay updated with exciting offers and opportunities: Join the ZooFit Pride on Patreon  Follow more of ZooFit online: https://www.zoofit.net/

This is part two of one of my favorite books of all time, Animal Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver. Last week we delved into the general Big Ideas from the book; this week I'm having some fun and sharing some of my own personal stories that mirror or parallel Barbara's. We'll talk about growing zucchini, cooking pumpkin, and how to talk to restaurant and store managers about conservation issues. Listen to last week's episode here. Read some of my delicious recipes for pumpkin on ZooFit.net: Add Some Pumpkin Spice to Your Life Craving Pumpkins Instead of Carving Them Roasted Pumpkin for Halloween Join my Patreon to get bonus recipes and watch recipe demos! Other mentioned or related Zoo-notables: Cooking Green by Kate Heyhoe A Year of Living Kindly by Donna Cameron

To celebrate Mother's Day, here's one of my mom's favorite authors and our favorite book, Animal Vegetable Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver. This is Part one, focusing a little more on Mother Earth (for Mother's Day) and next week I'll share some more fun ideas and stories inspired from the book. Animal Vegetable Miracle is a chronicle of one family's journey to eat closer to home, literally, and bringing home to a worldly stage with wisdom about the Food Industry and how local eating, and supporting your community has a ripple effect to protect the planet, eat healthier, and make the world a little brighter of a place.  Other Zoo-notables mentioned: Planet Palm by Jocelyn Zuckerman; Year of Living Kindly by Donna Cameron Learn more about Empathy and the impact it has on growing a more resilient and conservation-focused community with Seattle Aquarium's Empathy Cafe.  Learn more about ZooFit and our projects at ZooFit.net

We're heading to the kitchen (my favorite room in the house!) to learn how our eating and cooking habits impact the environment with today's book Cooking Green by Kate Heyhoe. Connect with her at New Green Basics. Check out ZooFit for some Eating Green recipes! Support us on Patreon for bonuses such as recipe demos, eating green tips, and more!

What better way to celebrate Easter and Earth Day than a children's classic environmental tale, The Lorax? We'll share some great insight on environmental practices, but also great life lessons such as never giving up and always trying to do better.  Check out Danny Devito reading The Lorax on YouTube. Check out my blog on the Lessons from a Tiger. And some related Zoo-notables on the subject:  The Cartoon Introduction to Climate Change Dave Johnson and Zoodiac Kids Be a Sloth

We're celebrating Earth Month throughout April to promote environmental activism and conservation action. Today we dive into Al Gore's follow-up to his Inconvenient Truth with his 2009 book Our Choice. Learn more about how to make the connections between our conservation efforts and seeing success in our own lives by visiting me on ZooFit.net, and support our work on Patreon. Other Zoo-notables mentioned and related: Wangari Maathai Planet Palm by Jocelyn Zuckerman The Cartoon Introduction to Climate Change by Grady Klein and Yoram Bauman, PhD Superman's Not Coming by Erin Brockovich

Sandi Schwartz has written the book I dream of writing myself. So naturally, I was super excited to have her on Zoo-notable to talk about her new book coming out May 3, Finding Eco-Happiness. Raise calmer, happier, healthier children with these fun, hands-on nature activities for parents and kids to enjoy together. Even if you don't have children, this book is incredible for helping you deal with anxiety, depression, and burnout in a naturally healthy way. You can pre-order the book anywhere you shop for books (may I recommend IndieBound and support local bookstores).  Connect with Sandi and learn more about her wonderful passion to connect everyone to the earth in a healthy and positive way at  https://ecohappinessproject.com/ ZooFit also strives to connect us to the earth in a positive way. Sign up for our newsletter and blog, and support us through Patreon. 

This is a special episode, talking to author Bonni Goldberg about her new book, The Write Balance. We discuss how percolating leads to exceptional writing and productivity (this is not JUST for writers), some scary and helpful exercises Bonni encourages us to take to help with revisions and going public, and how to share our creative spirit without breaking your balance. Connect with Bonni and grab her books (I'm grabbing the 2-minute journals, myself!): https://bonnigoldberg.com/ Reviews are a writer's (and other creators') best friend! Consider leaving a review for Bonni on Amazon, Goodreads, or sharing with friends. Want to see how I've gone public with my own creative endeavors? Check out my Blog, Books, YouTube, and Patreon. Support my projects by subscribing and sharing with others! 

Jan spent more than 30 years as a teacher, and shares her insights as she started her journey, and ended her journey as a teacher for youth. Jan shares what it means to be a teacher, how to be a good teacher, and her favorite moments as a teacher. Grab a copy yourself, connect with Mrs. Wright, and share your thoughts with the author: DearMrsWright.com Give the best gift an author can receive, leave a review and let others know what this book meant to you (we don't care if you liked or disliked it, leave an honest review). How can you apply the knowledge Mrs. Wright shared in your life? Each day a new learning opportunity, and a new teaching moment!

Sy Montgomery is an award-winning author who lives in New Hampshire with their border collie Thurber and a flock of hens, known as the ladies. You can visit her online at symontgomery.com, on Instagram @sytheauthor, and on Twitter @sytheauthor. "Understanding someone who belongs to another species can be transformative. No one knows this better than author, naturalist, and adventurer Sy Montgomery. To research her books, Sy has traveled the world and encountered some of the planet’s rarest and most beautiful animals. From tarantulas to tigers, Sy’s life continually intersects with and is informed by the creatures she meets. This restorative memoir reflects on the personalities and quirks of thirteen animals—Sy’s friends—and the truths revealed by their grace. It also explores vast themes: the otherness and sameness of people and animals; the various ways we learn to love and become empathetic; how we find our passion; how we create our families; coping with loss and despair; gratitude; forgiveness; and most of all, how to be a good creature in the world." We'll discuss the big ideas of realizing we are all one, opening your heart, conquering fear, healing in nature, and the importance of play.

I'm revisiting an older Zoo-notable with A Year of Living Kindly by Donna Cameron, because, right now, I feel the world could use a little kindness, compassion, and love. You can view the old interview with Donna on YouTube Check out her book and grab your own copy: https://ayearoflivingkindly.com/the-book/ And find out more ways we can spread kindness around the world: - Project Hope - World Central Kitchen - Save the Children - International Committee of the Red Cross

In this special Zoo-notable, I speak with author Seán Dwyer and his remarkable story A Quest for Tears, about surviving and learning to thrive after a traumatic brain injury. We discuss his Seán 2.0, and how, after a traumatic life event, we will never be the same person we were, and how this is OKAY.  If you are struggling with TBI, medical issues, or life events, know that you aren't alone, and there are those who can support you, encourage you, and help you heal. Seán's book showed that there is hope, and there is life after trauma. Want a copy for yourself? Seán has books on sale on his website. Support a local author and help spread the word about this very important message.

Celebrating a true conservation hero in every sense of the word, I'm delving into the book Wildlife Warrior about the life and tragic death of Steve Irwin, the Crocodile Hunter, by Richard Shears. We discuss ideas such as BEING passionate about your work rather than just following your passion, meeting people where they are at, awareness, and your legacy to change the world. Want more books about Steve? Check out Steve and Me by Terri Irwin and The Crocodile Hunter by Steve Irwin, as well as Wildlife Warrior. Find your local library: https://www.worldcat.org/libraries Support Zoo-notable and other projects I am working on to help others be the best version of themselves so we can all make a difference in the world- Patreon ZooFit

It's time to upgrade what we think about love, and celebrate positive connections with others to create happiness, hopefulness, and health in our lives and those around us! Learn more about Love 2.0, and Barbara's amazing research into what she calls our "supreme emotion": https://www.positivityresonance.com/ Find this book and more at your local library: https://www.worldcat.org/libraries Support Zoo-notable and all our projects (I'm writing my own book!!) : Patreon and ZooFit Website

Celebrating Black History Month with my favorite conservation hero, Wangari Maathai. She is the Nobel Peace Prize winning founder of the Green Belt Movement, and an activist for women's rights as well as environmental protection. Wangari is also where I first heard the remarkable Hummingbird story that shaped a lot of my conservation behavior, including my ideas about conservation fitness (connect to the earth in a healthy and positive way!). Learn more about Wangari and find her books here: https://www.greenbeltmovement.org/wangari-maathai/books I borrowed all the books from my local library, but I've ordered her memoir Unbowed. So it's entirely possible we will get another Zoo-notable about Wangari in the near future. The books we discuss today are: Seeds of Change by Jen Cullerton Johnson Planting Peace by Gwendolyn Hooks Wangari’s Trees of Peace—Jeanette Winter Planting the Trees of Kenya—Claire A. Nivola Wangari Maathai: The Woman Who Planted Trees to Bring Change, by Lisa Crayton Find your local library to discover secret gems and hidden knowledge. Support Zoo-notable by sharing this podcast and joining our Pride on Patreon 

When I heard of Vietnamese Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh's passing on January 22, I knew I needed to share some of his wisdom as a way to honor this wonderful teacher in mindfulness and peace. Miracle of Mindfulness is one of his earliest works, and packs a lot of wisdom in a short amount of pages. Find this book and others by Thich Nhat Hanh at your local library: https://www.worldcat.org/libraries Support Zoo-notable on Patreon

We're discussing the king of self-improvement books today with The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey. There's a reason this is the #1 self-improvement book in the world, it is chock-full of wisdom gems. I'm sharing the big ideas that jumped out at me the most while reading this incredible tome. Grab a copy here or visit your local library Be a part of ZooFit Tribe and support all our projects such as Zoo-notable on Patreon, a fan-supported platform where you can connect with your favorite artists and creators. Learn more about ZooFit at https://www.zoofit.net/

It may not be your typical Zoo-notable, but Words to Live By is still a fascinating and insightful book that can change how we view meditation, and help us reap all the potential benefits!  Want to learn more? Grab a copy of Words to Live By Learn more ways to improve your life with Optimize FOR FREE Join the ZooFit Pride on Patreon for bonus material, including bonus insights on Words to Live By

Have goals and big dreams for 2022? Then THIS is definitely the Zoo-notable for you. We're going to delve into the new science of motivation so we can rock out our resolutions, goals, and hopes for the coming year.  Gabrielle Oettingen has been a researcher on motivation for more than 20 years, and her book Rethinking Positive Thinking will change your life as you WOOP your life. Interested in more? Definitely check out WOOPmylife.org for more content and ideas on this life-changer. Other Zoo-notables you may be interested in for the new year: Tal Ben-Shahar's Pursuit of Perfect and Hal Elrod's Miracle Morning and Miracle Equation. Stay connected with ZooFit: ZooFit.net Patreon YouTube

For this special Christmastime episode of Zoo-notable, I'm sharing my absolutely favorite book series of all time, the Harry Potter books by JK Rowling.  This series is one of the best-selling series of all time, and for a good reason. They are masterfully written and tell one helluva a hero's story. Rather than pick one book within the series, I chose an idea from each of the books. Let me know what you think! I mention in Big Idea #5 from The Order of the Phoenix the Wizard Rock band Harry and the Potters and their song The Weapon. Check them out and welcome to the Harry Potter Fandom! Love Zoo-notable? Check out more from ZooFit: Join the ZooFit Safari Challenge, a full year of recipes, workouts, and classes to help you be the best version of yourself all year long! Join the ZooFit Pride on Patreon and earn cool bonus episodes of Zoo-notable, Healthy You Healthy Earth, and more!

How do you get your dream job, or achieve success in all your endeavors? You get so good "they" can't ignore you! Let's dive into this insightful book discussing Craftsman Mindset, Deep Work, and gaining the attention you seek in your career, life, and fitness. So much goodness, but if you would like to learn more about Optimize, and sign up for FREE lifetime membership, check it out here. If you would like to spiral up more and become a coach for just $300, improving your life so we can change the world, check THAT out here Books mentioned in this Zoo-notable: Cal Newport- So Good They Can't Ignore You, Deep Work, Digital Minimalism Steven Pressfield- The War of Art, Turning Pro Steven Kotler- The Art of Impossible

This was hands down one of my favorite interviews I've done all year. Lynn is an inspiration to all those who wish to dedicate their lives to caring for animals and inspiring conservation of endangered species. Throughout her zoo career, Lynn Killam has experienced everything from witnessing the birth of a baby orangutan to chasing down an escaped tapir in the middle of the night. She has spent forty years working with animals and traveling to remote rain forests of the earth to see them in nature. From colorful descriptions of the sometimes eccentric characters making up the zoo world to essays on her encounters with wild animals, this is an emotional and gripping look at the realities of zoo life and traveling to see wildlife in foreign lands. In our discussion, we discuss learning on the job, learning from our mistakes, conservation of our favorite animals, eco-tourism and good zoos always progressing.  Grab your copy of Zookeeper Dreams and Travel Extremes today!

It's NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) and I thought I'd share some deep wisdom from a master on the craft of writing, Stephen King and his fantastic memoir On Writing.  Find this book and other great books from Zoo-notable at your local library: https://www.worldcat.org/libraries Support ZooFit and future projects and stay updated with exciting offers and opportunities: Join the ZooFit Pride on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/zoofit?fan_landing=true and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/349632132955510 Follow more of ZooFit online: https://www.zoofit.net/

Clare Meeker is a great friend to ZooFit, having written books about Woodland Park Zoo, where I spent 6 wonderful years caring for animals. Clare is a children's author of several books. She stopped by Zoo-notable to discuss her AWARD-WINNING BOOK Growing Up Gorilla. We talked about gorillas, conservation, and how to turn your passions into meaningful endeavors. Want to learn more, or get Growing Up Gorilla into your zoo's gift shop? Connect with Clare, and meet a wonderful zoo-supporter who shares her skills with others to educate and make the world a better place. https://www.claremeeker.com/ Learn more about how recycling your cell phone can save gorillas: https://www.eco-cell.com/ Support ZooFit and future projects and stay updated with exciting offers and opportunities: Join the ZooFit Pride on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/zoofit?fan_landing=true and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/349632132955510 Follow more of ZooFit online: https://www.zoofit.net/

In honor of Orangutan Caring Week (because Awareness isn't enough, we have to CARE, folks!) I finally got my hands on a copy of Planet Palm by Jocelyn C. Zuckerman. Let's help our "people of the forest" by learning all we can about how our consumer choices impact our health, other humans, the environment, and our wonderful wildlife.  Want to grab your own copy of Planet Palm to learn more? Check it out here: https://thenewpress.com/books/planet-palm Find this book and other great books from Zoo-notable at your local library: https://www.worldcat.org/libraries Support ZooFit and future projects and stay updated with exciting offers and opportunities: Join the ZooFit Pride on Patreon and Facebook Follow more of ZooFit online

I cannot speak highly-enough about Brené Brown and her work to be vulnerable, courageous, and transform our lives-- to shine bright as radiant exemplars. She is an amazing person, and her latest book Braving the Wilderness exemplifies her passion and life's work. There are so many resources to look more into Brené's work, but here is just a sampling:  Ted Talk: The Power of Vulnerability Optimize Philosopher Notes on Daring Greatly https://brenebrown.com/ Want more books on similar topics? You may like Do It Scared, The Pursuit of Perfect, and The Flight of the Hummingbird Find this book and other great books from Zoo-notable at your local library: https://www.worldcat.org/libraries Support ZooFit and future projects and stay updated with exciting offers and opportunities: Join the ZooFit Pride on Patreon and Facebook and ZooFit online

Merlin Tuttle is the real life Batman. His mission to save bats around the world has led on extraordinary journeys, making friends along the way from some of the most unlikely allies. His book The Secret Lives of Bats details some of those adventures, and shares interesting insight on these mysterious and misunderstood creatures of the night. Want to learn more: Visit merlintuttle.org for more information on bats and how we can save them Find The Secret Lives of Bats and other great books from Zoo-notable at your local library: https://www.worldcat.org/libraries Support ZooFit and future projects and stay updated with exciting offers and opportunities:  Join the ZooFit Pride on Patreon for cool extra perks and support all ZooFit’s endeavors: https://www.patreon.com/zoofit?fan_landing=true And Follow more of ZooFit online: https://www.zoofit.net/  Join ZooFit's Pride on Facebook

What could go wrong if you do backflips on the school bus? How exactly does a potato cannon become a flamethrower? Are bananaberries real? The answers to these questions and so much more await you inside this hilarious collection of short stories from the life of Chris Loper. It’s a lighthearted mix of '90s nostalgia, teenage hijinks, and mountain adventures, with a few actual life lessons thrown in for good measure. Totally Real Testimonials “I’m so glad I met him AFTER all of the events in this book.” –Chris’s partner “I swear it’s not our fault. Look at our other son! He’s very responsible.” –Chris’s parents “Really makes me look good by comparison.” –Chris’s brother “But ‘Safety’ really IS my middle name!” –Chris’s best friend “No, no it’s not.” –Chris’s best friend’s wife Chris Loper is the author of a humorous memoir titled Wood Floats and Other Brilliant Observations. He is also the creator of BecomingBetter.org, a website devoted to self-improvement that actually works. As a habit coach, he helps busy adults with behavioral change and productivity. Chris also writes a blog about learning for parents and students for Northwest Educational Services, and he is the owner of South Cove Tutoring in Issaquah, WA. We talk a LOT about Optimize and Brian Johnson's Optimize Program. Check it out! Seriously, it changed our lives! Support ZooFit and future projects and stay updated with exciting offers and opportunities: Join the ZooFit Pride on Patreon for cool extra perks and support all ZooFit’s endeavors: https://www.patreon.com/zoofit?fan_landing=true And Follow more of ZooFit online: https://www.zoofit.net/

Does your fear hold you back from accomplishing your dreams and being the best version of yourself? Let Do It Scared show how to conquer your fears by naming them, taking action, and become the hero or heroine of your own story. Like this Zoo-Notable? You'll LOVE the book-- grab a copy of it here Previous Zoo-Notables: Erin Brockovich Superman's Not Coming The Flight of the Hummingbird Tal Ben-Shahar Pursuit of Perfect Support ZooFit and Zoo-notable and all our projects: Patreon - a fan-funded site where you can earn bonus material from ZooFit  ZooFit Newsletter and Blog- stay up to date and receive special offers while learning how to make fitness empowering, engaging, and impactful.

The Cartoon Introduction to Climate Change is a well-informed and easy-to-understand look at what climate change is and isn't, how to discuss it with others, and the impact it has on the planet. We look at Big Ideas such as Living Like Americans, Tragedy of the Commons, and Finding Your Way to Make a Difference.   Find this book and other influential books from Zoo-notable at your local library: https://www.worldcat.org/libraries Join the ZooFit Pride on Patreon for cool extra perks and support all ZooFit’s endeavors: https://www.patreon.com/zoofit?fan_landing=true And Follow more of ZooFit online: https://www.zoofit.net/

How can improving your sleep improve your life's work, and your health? Matthew Walker, neuro-psychologist and sleep expert shares the wonders of this vital activity in his book Why We Sleep. Want to check out the entire book? Or other Zoo-notable books? Find them at your local library: https://www.worldcat.org/libraries Support ZooFit and all our projects, including Zoo-notables by joining the other Hummingbirds and the ZooFit Tribe on Patreon or visiting our website ZooFit.net

Dave Johnson is a zookeeper and conservationist who started the Katie Adamson Conservation Fund (KACF) to honor a wonderful friend and fellow conservationist. He has written 3 books and has a 4th one coming out December 2021, I am Katie. We're discussing all the wonderful projects the KACF is doing, as well as the delightful and enlightening book Zoodiac Kids. Want to do more to help Dave and his fantastic organization raise awareness and save countless species? Learn more and grab a copy of Zoodiac Kids: KACF.eco Instagram Facebook Did you love my discussion on Zoodiac Kids? What idea or theme stuck out the most to you? Connect with ZooFit to join in on fun fitness, wellness, and self-care discussions and ways we can connect to the earth, and ourselves, in a healthy and positive way! ZooFit  ZooFit Tribe on Facebook Support ZooFit on Patreon

Today we discuss some incredible life lessons from a sloth. In this adorably illustrated short book by Sarah Ford, Sloth teaches us lessons to living a happy and content life by avoiding the rat race and taking life at his own pace. He exemplifies living green and training positive. Some further links- Join ZooFit Tribe on Patreon Check out Be a Sloth or grab a copy for yourself Check out other life lessons from the animal kingdom: Tiger Pride in the Animal Kingdom Zookeepers

Celebrate Plastic-Free July AND National Zookeeper Week with a great book written by a zookeeper to help us all reduce our plastic waste.  Reuse, Recycle, Reduce Your Waist helps create wins all around with making fitness fun and enjoyable, saving money, and keeping our landfills just a little bit clearer of household junk. Want to grab your copy of Reuse, Recycle, Reduce Your Waist? Visit ZooFit's website, and sign up for my newsletter/blog and stay updated with all ZooFit projects and learn how to make fitness fun, engaging, and impactful.  During National Zookeeper Week (July 18-July 25) sign up for my newsletter and be entered to win a ZooFit Bundle (ZooFit Exercise Guide, ZooFit Safari, and Reuse Recycle Reduce Your Waist, Animal Exercise Cards, and a ZooFit Keeper T-Shirt). Winner will be notified by email on July 26. Even if you don't win the bundle you can still score big on savings. Get 50% off Reuse Recycle Reduce Your Waist for the rest of July using coupon code NZKW2021 at checkout. Support ZooFit and earn cool bonus material by becoming a member of ZooFit Tribe on Patreon. We can't do this without YOU! So, let's go have some fun!

I sit down to chat with author Julia Goldstein about her amazing book Rethink the Bins, and simple actions we can take to reduce our waste and our impact on the planet. We don't just discuss plastics, but food waste and other consumer choices that have an impact on the planet. You can learn more about Rethink the Bins and Material Value, and connect with Julia online at juliagoldsteinauthor.com Support ZooFit and learn more about how to connect with the earth and yourself in a healthy and positive way on Patreon: ZooFit Tribe Check out ZooFit online And connect with ZooFit on social media: https://sleekbio.com/zoofit

Break free from societal norms with the wisdom from Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch.  Learn more about Intuitive Eating and get the book! Support ZooFit on Patreon, join the Eating Positive Challenge, as I implement the ideas of Intuitive Eating to make nutrition and wellness fun and enjoyable for each one of us.

I had so much fun nerding out on animal behavior with our guest tonight that I'm splitting the Zoo-notable on his amazing book, Zoomility, into 2 parts. Here is part 2 where we continue our talk on how positive reinforcement empowers us and the animals and teaches us to never give up! Listen to Part 1 here: https://anchor.fm/pj-beaven/episodes/Zoo-notable-15--Zoomility-with-Dr--Grey-Stafford-Part-1-e13gs9c Learn more about Zoomility, Zoo Logic, and Dr. Grey Stafford's projects here: Website Zoo Logic Podcast Kong Zoo Check out some of these related Zoo-notables: Lads Before the Wind by Karen Pryor Dragons, Unicorns, Chimera and Clickers Pursuit of Perfect by Tal Ben-Shahar  Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod Join the ZooFit Tribe on Patreon- learn to apply these training principles to your own fitness

I had so much fun nerding out on animal behavior with our guest tonight that I'm splitting the Zoo-notable on his amazing book, Zoomility, into 2 parts. Here is part 1 where we discuss some of the negative effects of punishment, the benefits of positive reinforcement, and how setting our animals up for success actually sets US up for success! Learn more about Zoomility, Zoo Logic, and Dr. Grey Stafford's projects here: Website Zoo Logic Podcast Kong Zoo Join the ZooFit Tribe on Patreon- learn to apply these training principles to your own fitness

The ever confusing question "What should I eat?" becomes simpler with Michael Pollan's book titled Food Rules. This tiny book is power-packed with great ideas all centered around the theme of Eat Food. Not too much. Mostly plants. We'll discuss how to treat your meat, navigating the supermarket, cooking, and the idea that How you eat is as important as What you eat. Check out Michael Pollan and more of his fascinating books here: https://michaelpollan.com/books/ Join the ZooFit Tribe on Patreon. Follow me along on my Eating Positive Challenge to learn how ZooFit really works to make fitness, nutrition, and conservation empowering, engaging, and FUN! https://www.patreon.com/zoofit

The Pursuit of Perfect by Tal Ben-Shahar is the perfect read for anyone wanting to level up their life, and shift from a Perfectionist mindset to the Optimalist mindset. In this Note, we discuss Learn to Fail or Fail to Learn, The Good Enough Principle, Being a Benefit-Finder, the PRP (LRS for humans), and Gratitude and Hope to end Suffering. Discover more of what Tal Ben-Shahar has to offer by visiting his website: http://www.talbenshahar.com/

We are embarking on a wonderful safari in this Zoo-notable. John Strelecky is a master of parables. Along with this book Life Safari, he also has Why Are You Here Cafe?, and Big Five for Life. Learn more about John and his books at johnstrelecky.com Support ZooFit so we can continue with our programs, continuously growing and spiraling up. Join the ZooFit Tribe on Patreon, a fan-funded site where you can support your favorite creators. 

Stephanie Schuttler is also known as the Fancy Scientist, breaking down the barriers of what we THINK scientists are all about. If you've wanted to pursue a career in studying wildlife, you are going to love our conversation. We discuss how to deal with rejection, sparking curiosity about life and the world around us, the scientific method, and the Bigger Picture.  Her book is called Getting a Job in Wildlife Biology. Learn more about Stephanie and her amazing work at https://stephanieschuttler.com/ Support ZooFit as we grow to make optimizing our life and the world around us simple, achievable, and most importantly fun! Join the ZooFit Tribe on Patreon for bonus material and behind-the-scenes content. Don't miss a thing!  https://www.patreon.com/zoofit

Want to know what it takes to achieve all your dreams and goals? Just the Miracle Equation-- Unwavering Faith and Extraordinary Effort. We'll discuss some big ideas such as what is Unwavering Faith and Extraordinary Effort, The Real Purpose of Goals, How to Create Accountability, and Programming Our Brain to Perform Miracles. If you would like to check out Miracle Equation for yourself: https://themiracleequation.com/ Support ZooFit on Patreon, receive members only bonus content and help improve ZooFit and improve lives! https://www.patreon.com/zoofit 

Reporter Ana is brought behind the scenes of a particularly unique and wonderful zoo, filled with magical creatures. As Ana observes Bigfoot, chimera, griffins, and even the loch ness monster interacting and working with their wonderful human caregivers, she learns about positive reinforcement training, and how using positivity creates magic wherever you go. Connect with Laura online at: http://lauravanarendonkbaugh.com/ Check out her live stream on Tuesdays at 7 pm (EST) Want to make fitness as fun and effective as training animals at a magical zoo? Join ZooFit online at https://www.zoofit.net/ https://sleekbio.com/zoofit Join the ZooFit Tribe with amazing fun workouts, recipes, and bonus interviews on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/zoofit

In our last Earth Month Zoo-notable, I discuss my book ZooFit Safari and how saving the planet can be good for us in achieving our health and fitness goals. Learn more about ZooFit and get your copy of ZooFit Safari at https://www.zoofit.net/ Support ZooFit and receive extra bonus material like interviews, special workouts, recipes, and classes by signing up for Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/zoofit Other books you may enjoy: Food Rules by Michael Pollan: https://michaelpollan.com/books/food-rules/ Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch: https://www.intuitiveeating.org/ Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg: https://tinyhabits.com/

Celebrating Earth Month with this fascinating call to action from Erin Brockovich in her latest book "Superman's Not Coming". Let's do our part to be the heroes the world needs. Grab your own copy of Superman's Not Coming or simply learn more about Erin Brockovich and her work: https://www.brockovich.com/ Support ZooFit and future projects: https://www.patreon.com/zoofit

April is National Frog Month, so what better time to revisit a childhood favorite story of mine-- Frog and Toad Together by Arnold Lobel. We discuss big ideas such as creating flow and structure with your day, nourishing your soul, and improving your willpower.  Want to read Frog and Toad or some of your other favorites from your childhood? Visit your local library, or look your favorite books up at https://www.biblio.com/. Did you enjoy this Zoo-notable? Look for added bonuses and support ZooFit's projects by becoming a Hummingbird or joining the ZooFit Tribe on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/zoofit.  Learn more how you can connect with the earth in a healthy and positive way at https://www.zoofit.net/

Celebrating Earth Month, I felt it completely appropriate to it off with a parable perfect for the environment, or anyone working towards a bodacious goal in life. I embody the ideals of the Hummingbird, and know you'll love these Big Ideas, too. Flight of the Hummingbird by Michael Nicoll Yahulanaas with Wangari Maathai and His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Pick up your copy of the book and share it with others: https://greystonebooks.com/products/flight-of-the-hummingbird Learn more about ZooFit, and how to be a Hummingbird for your health, and for the world: https://www.zoofit.net/ Become a member of the ZooFit Tribe and access bonus material from Zoo-notables and other ZooFit projects: https://www.patreon.com/join/zoofit?

Written in 2005, this book is an oldie, but pack-filled with so much wisdom from an expert on animal welfare.   Improve your own animals' lives by starting with yourself, with big ideas such as Keep Moving and Letting the Bad Become the New Normal.  Check out ZooFit's Zoo-notable Blog: https://www.zoofit.net/zoo-notable-animals-in-translation/ Learn more about Temple Grandin: https://www.templegrandin.com/ Learn more about Dr. Irene Pepperberg's research with Alex and African Gray parrots- https://alexfoundation.org/about/dr-irene-pepperberg/  Support ZooFit! Join the ZooFit Tribe on Patreon for bonus material, special offers, and exclusive deals: https://www.patreon.com/zoofit

This is for all the ladies out there who struggle throughout the month to find the right energy, the right foods, and the right healthy habits to support them. While there is literally no way I could share all the amazing information from this book in 30 minutes or less, I did want to discuss some of the highlights with you, and truly encourage you to check out the book Fix Your Period by Nicole Jardim.  You can find the book at your local library or local bookstore, or online at https://nicolejardim.com/ Learn more about ZooFit and all our programs at https://www.zoofit.net/. Connect to the earth in a healthy and positive way! Want more great insights from Zoo-notables? Check out our Patreon page and support all our great projects such as Wildlife Wednesdays, Zoo-notables, Fandom Fitness, and ZooFit Safari. https://www.patreon.com/join/zoofit?

Lads Before the Wind chronicles Karen Pryor's 8 years working with dolphins (porpoises as they called them) at Hawaii's Sea Life Park in the 1960s. She and her colleagues became pioneers in what is now standard practices of animal training with positive reinforcement. This book highlights some of those innovative techniques they created. Let's dive in and have fun learning how to apply these ideas to our own lives. If you would like to get your own copy of this fascinating book, hop on over to the Clicker Training website and check it out: https://shop.clickertraining.com/products/lads-before-the-wind-karen-pryor

Hal Elrod is the creator of the Miracle Morning, with a community of millions of followers whose lives have been transformed, one morning at a time. Let's dive into this incredible book, a great way to kick-off the Zoo-notable podcast!