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“Time is like a river.You cannot touch the same water twice.Because the flow that has passed will never pass again.Embra...
19/03/2025

“Time is like a river.
You cannot touch the same water twice.
Because the flow that has passed will never pass again.
Embrace the moment you are in.”💫

This morning on the way to the clinic in Ventura I stopped to pick up flowers for the owner of a little coffee shop down the street in Pierpoint (who let me borrow scissors on Monday to patch a treatment table) when I desperately needed them! 🙏

While buying the flowers I saw a couple different moms with their toddlers in strollers or getting out of the minivans and it reminded me of a moment not so long ago when I was that mom. Juggling work and motherhood. Strapping twins into a double stroller and hoping for the best in the store. Still able to run and hike (swipe to see a pic of me hiking with one of my twins over ten years ago) without worrying about my bones. Lol. And always somehow (thankfully) truly feeling grateful in the moment (well most moments).

Because even then I knew that time was moving quickly, as it always does. Those memories are so precious to my heart. 💗

So today breathing in the salt air in Ventura before I started treating patients, I paused to appreciate the moment. Life changes so quickly, and as I discussed with my dear friend this morning on the drive here, it is all a gift. The joy and the pain. The unfolding of it all.

Be here now.






My most treasured patient (who became a dear friend) did not show up for physical therapy today. I knew something was wr...
14/03/2025

My most treasured patient (who became a dear friend) did not show up for physical therapy today. I knew something was wrong. I received news a few hours later while I was driving my boys to baseball that she had unexpectedly passed in her sleep. The shock and sadness at this loss is tremendous. I am crying so many tears- and she deserves them all. She was amazing.

My heart is grieving deeply. Judith, it was such a gift to know you. It was such a gift to be your physical therapist and your friend.

I will forever treasure our conversations and the way you cared for everyone, including me. I know God sent you into my life for a reason. I will mourn you deeply but continue trying to be a light in your absence.

Your friendship was warm sunshine sparkling on the ocean, God’s love in action, and one more reason to LIVE.

Life is short. Be present today. Love. Love. Love.

“My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.”





Do the thing that scares you.That pushes you. Sometimes you will have to battle.Your legs will be tired. Your lips dry f...
09/03/2025

Do the thing that scares you.
That pushes you.

Sometimes you will have to battle.
Your legs will be tired. Your lips dry from the sun and wind.

But you dig deep and keep going. You believe in your strength within.

And in the end you let the measure of your success lie only in your ability to say afterwards: I did my best. I was unafraid.

Be proud of every moment in life when you are brave. And know that not only are you building layers of your own strength, you are also strengthening those who witness your courage.

This is the way we can carry each other.

***
Yesterday I spent International Women’s Day watching my friend of nearly 20 years get after it at the USTA SoCal Tournament with grit and grace that made me cry and inspired me to strive to be my best self.






“I’ve had a lot of clouds. But I’ve also had a lot of rainbows.”My dad and I were talking this morning about how life ca...
08/03/2025

“I’ve had a lot of clouds. But I’ve also had a lot of rainbows.”

My dad and I were talking this morning about how life can get pretty heavy at times, but that it’s all part of the journey.

It made me think of a conversation I had a few weeks ago with friends about seeing rainbows when life otherwise seems grim. I believe the rainbows are always there if we look. They are a bright reminder that beauty still exists, that life has meaning, and that love always wins.

Look for the rainbows today. Better yet be someone’s rainbow. Thanks for being a rainbow in my clouds for these last 30+ years Lisa. 🌈💗







In this life, our true power is our ability to choose how we respond in all situations. There is so much that we can’t c...
02/03/2025

In this life, our true power is our ability to choose how we respond in all situations. There is so much that we can’t control, but we can control the mindset we choose when faced with even the hardest things.

In one of my first clinics, I hung this quote:

“We either make ourselves miserable, or we make ourselves strong. The amount of work is the same.“

Even though I’m injured and missing my runs so much, today I choose to be grateful that I can at least walk in the salt air. 🌊💗

Even though it seems unfair that I lost my mom so young, I choose to move forward with the joy she embodied (I planted the tiny pink succulent pictured here in her honor).🌺

Even though there are so many awful things happening in the world around me (though it makes my heart heavy) I choose optimism. I choose to believe that kindness has power and that even our small actions as individuals can contribute to the collective good.

Mindset is everything. Every challenge is an opportunity to grow, adapt, and strengthen our resilience. Keep going, friends. 💛







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17 years.Livy wasn’t even two the last time we were together. The boys weren’t born. We took Livy in her red heart tight...
28/02/2025

17 years.

Livy wasn’t even two the last time we were together. The boys weren’t born. We took Livy in her red heart tights to the Navy pier in Chicago (back when Jerry was in business school at Kellogg and before I had my own clinics and was working as a PT in Chicago for another company).

We went to the Shedd aquarium on that Valentine’s Day in 2008. I can’t find it, but I remember the picture of you and Livy together. Livy with her hair still so short we barely managed to clip a heart bow in and you smiling hugging her. Afterwards we went to Devon Street and had Indian food and a glass of wine as we toasted with each other saying “This is living life.”

Since you’ve been gone, I’ve been trying to live life to the fullest in your honor. You taught me how to enjoy the sacred present. How to open my heart and to be unafraid to love big and dream big.

Your love, Mom. It was the foundation for everything to come.

I miss you. I will always miss you.

But yet you are here. You are with me and the kids and Jerry. I know it.

Friends, give a smile and share a laugh today in honor of Marsha. And eat a slice of warm buttered bread. Her specialty.

Gone but here. Love is forever.



“Energy and persistence conquer all things.” At first pass when you read this quote, your first reaction might be really...
28/02/2025

“Energy and persistence conquer all things.”

At first pass when you read this quote, your first reaction might be really? All things? But I truly believe if your energy and persistence haven’t paid off yet, it’s not the end. Because in the end, our effort and persistence produce great things.

This week I had a patient who made life-changing strides in her physical therapy. I have lots of quotes around the clinic, but this one really resonated with her, and that touched my heart. And it made me think of the embodiment of this quote that I see all the time in my life. Through my friends, through my coworkers, through my patients, and most notably (for this momma heart) through my kids.

Like my daughter who got up at 3 AM (at college) to work a job that is making her stronger. And it gives her the opportunity to take in some beautiful sunrises. 🌅

So even if you feel like your efforts aren’t meaningful in the bigger picture, please keep going. Because they are. Because your energy and persistence are helping to move this world forward. We need you. 💛






I’ve been missing my mom as the 17th anniversary of her passing approaches. I thought about her a lot on my ocean side w...
24/02/2025

I’ve been missing my mom as the 17th anniversary of her passing approaches. I thought about her a lot on my ocean side walk wondering what she would say if she were there beside me. Knowing she would love the salt air and would be the comforting presence my heart longed for.

Later a stranger at one of the kid’s basketball games was kind to me… and I wanted to hug her. I wanted to tell her my story and how she uplifted me in that moment (but restrained myself lol).

I always remind my kids to leave room for people (and life) to surprise them. Sometimes when we need it most, someone or something will step in and show kindness in the most unexpected ways. I love when it happens, especially when it’s an act of kindness from a stranger who has no agenda.

Unexpected acts of kindness can change someone’s day (sometimes their life). Even a warm smile can seem like a message of encouragement.

Small moments like these remind me of the goodness in the world. At a time when it feels like it’s so hard to make a difference- it’s good to have a reminder that our actions are powerful.

Give love. 💛
And keep going. 💫

I started my Saturday off early doing all the mom things: waking kids up, making sandwiches, packing up for the twins as...
16/02/2025

I started my Saturday off early doing all the mom things: waking kids up, making sandwiches, packing up for the twins as I sent them off with my husband for an adventure. I stood back watching them pull out of the driveway and found myself thinking: wow, I really am an adult. I just did all of those adult things. Am I really this old?

Which is obviously a funny thought because I’m pushing 50 and I’ve obviously been an adult for a long time- with one kid in college and three growing up quickly.

But over the last few weeks I’ve been reflecting a lot on life for many reasons and especially with the 17th anniversary of my mom’s passing coming up in a few weeks.

I’ve been remembering my younger self… I’ve grown for sure- grown wiser and stronger through the ups and downs, grown more grateful, grown more and more into who I am meant to be… BUT, in my heart there is still the six-year-old on the top of a mountain, confident with her dad and brother; the eight-year-old on water skis flying across the wake on the St John’s River without fear; the 12-year-old who had big dreams, believing the whispering in her heart despite what anyone said; 19-year-old who still had the security of her parents and bravely strode forward while still spending a Sunday afternoon in grad school snuggled up on their couch. There are still those parts of me.

This lined up well with a podcast about happiness I listened to on a glorious hike today. Part of being happy is allowing yourself the space to have fun in life. I always tell my staff that if we’re not having fun at work, we’re doing something wrong. I try to apply that in my everyday life as well whenever possible.

Here we all are on this journey. Doing the best we can with what we’ve got. And hopefully along the way carving out some time for fun. For viewing the world with childlike wonder.

Don’t be afraid to let go of worry and just be present in the moment. Just enjoy being alive.

To note: it’s possible that adulthood can be marked by bringing your sourdough to stretch and fold before and after your hike.😉







Love.💗In the end it’s what truly matters. It grows as we grow and change.🌟To love is to give. And to me it’s in the givi...
14/02/2025

Love.💗

In the end it’s what truly matters.

It grows as we grow and change.🌟

To love is to give. And to me it’s in the giving that our true purpose can be found.

“Love is the voice under all silences, the hope which has no opposite in fear.”

Give love today, friends, you will find it always comes back to you.💞

***

Happy Valentine’s Day to my love. The adventure continues.💘 .s.meyer





08/02/2025

Salt air. Sunlight. The ocean reminding me that we are all part of something bigger than we understand.

Though I can’t run, I’ve gotten better at walking. Lol. And my body allowed me the pleasure of a stunning hike.

Along the way I pondered a few heartfelt conversations I had this week with patients and friends.

In the midst of the (heavy) challenges of this journey we are on, it can be hard to keep your courage up—but don’t forget to look within. There’s so much goodness in you, just as there’s goodness in others. Still.

Trust the whisper in your heart, even when doubt tries to take over. Hold onto hope, because it’s that hope that lights the way forward.

Believe in a better future, for yourself and for the world. Keep believing, keep loving, and keep moving forward. ✨💖

“Take what you go through and use it for good.”January was a heavy month. And I am currently injured so can’t run (but t...
02/02/2025

“Take what you go through and use it for good.”

January was a heavy month. And I am currently injured so can’t run (but this was taken on a favorite run earlier in the month). I’m missing my favorite outlet for processing emotions.

I know in my heart that our power is in how we respond to what is happening in the world around us. Keep going, friends. And keep choosing love. 💗






In this life, it’s important to be gritty enough to push yourself to continually grow whether you’re 15 or 46 (or at any...
27/01/2025

In this life, it’s important to be gritty enough to push yourself to continually grow whether you’re 15 or 46 (or at any age).

It’s not always easy. And life isn’t always fair. There is a lot of heaviness for various people in my life at the moment but I know this: no matter what struggle we go through we can have confidence that it’s helping us to develop a new layer of strength for use somewhere down the road.

And on the other side of the heaviness, of the challenge, of your comfort zone, new opportunities for joy stand waiting.

It was fun to spend the weekend back in a place I vividly remember traveling to before I ever had kids and reflecting on being here again at this stage in my life. Looking back in awe of the strength revealed through struggle. And all the joy. Onward we go. Don’t give up.




This morning as I was taking the kids to school another evacuation phone alert chimed loudly. Now a familiar sound, but ...
16/01/2025

This morning as I was taking the kids to school another evacuation phone alert chimed loudly. Now a familiar sound, but a reminder of the unimaginable happening here in LA since last Tuesday. We evacuated briefly last week and lost power for a few days, but we are home now with only wind damage to our home. So many lost so, so much more.

Times like these weigh heavily on our hearts- the deep sadness is hard to process.

These pictures were taken in 2018 when I had the absolute joy of staying at a house along the PCH with lifelong friends to celebrate my birthday. That weekend was pure magic and it’s hard for my brain to accept the images that I’ve seen of this same stretch of land and ocean in ash and ruin.

On the way to school these lyrics resonated: “Let me feel it all: joy, pain, and sky.”

This life. It’s joy & pain. It’s light & dark. It’s sunshine & ash.

All of it under a big, wide sky, constantly there, connecting us, reminding us that there will always be beauty yet to come.

Sending loving support to all who are grieving this tragedy. And to anyone who is suffering today.

May your heart be strengthened in the knowing that (no matter what) there is still goodness ahead.




“We are never far from wonders.Wonders do not cease. It is our capacity for awareness that is in short supply, our abili...
06/01/2025

“We are never far from wonders.
Wonders do not cease. It is our capacity for awareness that is in short supply, our ability and willingness to do the work that awe requires.”

Today can feel a lot like a back-to-the-grind day. But let’s increase our awareness and notice the tiny miracles and wonders all around. Let’s keep going with passion and purpose.






Day 1 of 365. Happy New Year! Cheers to a year ahead shining with possibility and hope. 💫 A year which we again have the...
01/01/2025

Day 1 of 365. Happy New Year! Cheers to a year ahead shining with possibility and hope. 💫 A year which we again have the opportunity to rewrite the story. To continue becoming the best version of ourselves. 🌟

Somehow, my out and back mileage today (as I enjoyed my daughter‘s last day at home before returning to college with her at our favorite place) landed me right at the top of El Matador. I paused to breathe in the salt air and feel the fullness of gratitude and joy in that fleeting moment.

I found myself reflecting more on a conversation from earlier this morning with a forever friend… We talked about making decisions to propel us forward in our lives even when we don’t have all the answers- because we often do not. But we can’t let that stop us. We can’t let it stop us from continually striving. From daring to walk to the edge and trust our wings. From making the change. From going the distance. From believing that while the world is fraught, it is still so full of beauty if you just pause to look.

Go. Do. Become. Be brave. The world is waiting. And along the journey the answers will come.







Thank you, running for making me strong. The holiday season is so full of cheer but also full of added to do’s and the h...
25/12/2024

Thank you, running for making me strong.

The holiday season is so full of cheer but also full of added to do’s and the heaviness of missing those who are no longer with us.

For me today alongside the heart bursting joy was the realization that I have pushed myself in the last month to the edge of what I can do- at least in this particular moment in my life. So I will be implementing some new strategies for continued growth but self-nurturing in 2025. Please share any ideas on both!

Getting out for a quick run this Christmas gave me the headspace to appreciate it all. It reminded me that I can be fragile yet unbreakable too.

So grateful for the love today that pours light into all of my broken pieces.

Merry Christmas.Sending that light out to all of you. ♥️




Heading into another busy week as Christmas approaches, my wish for you is a moment to pause and stay anchored in gratit...
16/12/2024

Heading into another busy week as Christmas approaches, my wish for you is a moment to pause and stay anchored in gratitude.

Breathe in the crisp air.
Give a hug.
Share a laugh.
Notice the way the Christmas lights glimmer.

Write it on your heart that you will be at peace. ♥️



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