There’s so much heaviness out there right now — wars, crises, politics, social tension — and it can easily pull us out of the present and into overwhelm.

In this episode, we talk about how we’re trying to stay sane and bring our best selves without getting completely swallowed by the news cycle and stress of the world.

It’s an honest conversation about how we are dealing with the news around the world without letting it dominate our entire life.

We go back and forth on how we each approach the news (sometimes off, sometimes on), how our emotions can get wrapped up in it, how there’s so much we won’t ever be able to fully understand, and what it looks like to send love, prayer, and positive energy into the world and to our leaders anyway.

Plus: a little Golden Globes discussion including Sarah Jessica Parker’s Carol Burnett Award acceptance speech which was gorgeous in every way.

https://youtu.be/3iHjvKTwFNg

E-mail us at chimingin911@gmail.com. Thank you for listening!

-Elyse and David

What if getting older isn’t the problem — but how we think about aging is? 🧠✨

In today’s episode, we talk about why mindset matters more than the number of candles on the cake… and yes, we also tell the story of the moment someone mistook David for Elyse’s father😅

(Enter: Papa Dave.)

A conversation about aging, perspective, and staying curious, alive, and connected — no matter the number.

E-mail us at: chimingin911@gmail.com.

And as always, please subscribe, follow, like, rate, and share! Thank you!

-Elyse and David

New Year’s resolutions can feel motivating — or they can quietly suggest that something about us needs fixing.

In this episode, we talk about the tension between growth and self-acceptance. David shares why traditional resolutions can feel like a necessary reset, while Elyse offers a different perspective — one rooted in positive affirmations and honoring who we already are.

We explore how intentions, language, and mindset shape the way we move forward, and whether growth has to come from a place of dissatisfaction at all.

This conversation is about choosing a way forward that feels supportive instead of critical — and finding progress without the pressure.

If New Year’s resolutions have ever made you feel behind, off-track, or like you haven’t been doing enough, this episode offers a gentler alternative.

Please follow, like, rate and share! You can e-mail us at: chimingin911@gmail.com.

Happy New Year Everyone!

- Elyse and David

Why is it so hard to let our inner truth match how we show up in the world?

In this episode, we talk about what it means to give ourselves permission to be who we truly are — and why we often stay stuck repeating the same patterns.

This conversation is about identity, expectation, and the easier-said-than-done work of aligning our inner soul with our outward personality.

Please follow, share, and like! And of course, you can always reach us by e-mailing us at chimingin911.com!

-Elyse and David

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Pilates is often thought of as “new form exercise,” but it was designed many decades ago to condition the mind as much as the body 🧠✨

In this episode, we talk about the truth behind mind-body conditioning — why Pilates works, how Joseph Pilates developed the method and it was originally called CONTROLOGY—as well as what makes it so powerful for all kinds of bodies, athletes and injured- it helps with the nervous system regulation, focus, and emotional grounding.

We begin with a personal story: how Elyse first came to Pilates, after realizing she was in love with David and staying in Virginia Beach… including the story of their engagement! It was one of the biggest surprises of her life — the day David planned an elaborate proposal at the oceanfront, complete with a biplane flying overhead asking her to marry him ✈️💍

This episode weaves together science, history, and story to explore why the power of the mind along with movement is the most effective and therapeutic workout.

If you’re curious about Pilates, mind-body health, or why certain movement practices help us feel more grounded and clear, this conversation is for you 🤍

After sharing a raw, unfiltered moment of overwhelm in our last episode, we wanted to talk about what came next — what actually helped 🤍

In this conversation, Elyse reflects on learning how to be intentional instead of reactive 🧠✨ when everything feels like too much, and how she prepared herself to tell the story of “the moment everything changed” 🎤 in front of nearly 200 people.

We talk about pausing instead of pushing ⏸️, choosing intention over panic 🌿, and what it looks like to stay grounded when your nervous system wants to run 🏃‍♀️💭

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed and wondered how to move through it with more care and clarity, this episode is for you 🤍

🎥 Elyse’s story video is on her Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/17qToBGBPP/?mibextid=wwXIfr

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Please follow, like, rate, and share our podcast. And as always, we'd love to hear from you! E-mail us at chimingin911@gmail.com!

-Elyse and David

This episode wasn’t planned. And honestly, we weren’t sure we should air it. What you’ll hear is a completely unfiltered moment: Elyse in the middle of a real-time overwhelm spiral — breathless, anxious, fidgeting, and trying to hold it together -while everything in her mind seemed to collide at once.

David gently suggested turning on the mic, not for content, but because maybe someone out there has felt this way too. Maybe someone needs to hear that they’re not the only one.

It’s raw. It’s vulnerable. It’s not polished. But it’s real — and that’s why we decided to share it.

If you’ve ever hit that point where the world feels too loud and your mind won’t slow down, this one might feel uncomfortably familiar… in the best way. 🤍

If you identify with Elyse - please let her know at: chimingin911@gmail.com!

-Elyse and David

Why do we take things so personally — especially with the people closest to us? In this episode of Chiming In, we explore rejection sensitivity, the stories we tell ourselves, and why small moments can trigger big feelings.

We talk about the childhood patterns we carry into adulthood, the fear underneath rejection, and what actually helps when you feel dismissed, misunderstood, or overly sensitive. We share our own real experiences (the funny ones and the painful ones) and unpack the emotional wiring behind our reactions.

If you’ve ever thought, “Why did that bother me so much?” this conversation will feel like a deep breath.

Tell us your story about taking things personally or feeling rejected — email us at chimingin911@gmail.com.

And if this episode resonates, please follow, rate, and share the show. It helps new listeners find us. 💛