<![CDATA[The Look Up Mindset]]>The Look Up Mindset is where extraordinary true stories of resilience, transformation, and adventure come to life.

Hosted by author, TEDx speaker, and Look Up Mantra creator Heidi Siefkas, this podcast explores the mindset shifts that help people rise from adversity and create a new path forward.

Each episode features courageous conversations with sheroes, heroes, and badasses from around the world who have navigated life-changing events, bold reinventions, unexpected detours, and adventures of the heart, mind, and spirit. Listeners gain insights into how ordinary people discover extraordinary strength — and how you can too.

The Look Up Mindset reminds us all of two things that we can leverage to pivot our mindset at anytime and anywhere:

  1. Be in the moment.
  2. Find the upside.

Through intimate storytelling and practical wisdom, this podcast reveals how embracing these principles can ignite resilience, spark transformation, and inspire you to seek adventure in everyday life.

If you're craving real stories, deep perspective, and a mindset that helps you bounce forward into your next chapter, you're in the right place.

Look Up. There’s a story waiting to shift your world.

]]>www.heidisiefkas.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Sun, 31 May 2026 18:39:52 GMTSat, 20 Dec 2025 20:46:21 GMT60Heidi Siefkas<p><b>The Look Up Mindset is where extraordinary true stories of resilience, transformation, and adventure come to life.</b></p><p></p><p>Hosted by author, TEDx speaker, and Look Up Mantra creator Heidi Siefkas, this podcast explores the mindset shifts that help people rise from adversity and create a new path forward.</p><p></p><p>Each episode features courageous conversations with sheroes, heroes, and badasses from around the world who have navigated life-changing events, bold reinventions, unexpected detours, and adventures of the heart, mind, and spirit. Listeners gain insights into how ordinary people discover extraordinary strength — and how you can too.</p><p></p><p>The Look Up Mindset reminds us all of two things that we can leverage to pivot our mindset at anytime and anywhere:</p><p></p><ol><li><b>Be in the moment.</b></li><li><b>Find the upside.</b><p></p></li></ol><p>Through intimate storytelling and practical wisdom, this podcast reveals how embracing these principles can ignite resilience, spark transformation, and inspire you to seek adventure in everyday life.</p><p>If you're craving real stories, deep perspective, and a mindset that helps you bounce forward into your next chapter, you're in the right place.</p><p></p><p><b>Look Up. There’s a story waiting to shift your world.</b></p>episodicHeidi Siefkasheidi@hidenseekmedia.comno<![CDATA[Living with Grief, but Seeing the Beauty with Mary McQuain]]>In this episode, "Living with Grief, but Seeing the Beauty" Mary McQuain shares her journey of resilience and transformation after experiencing the unexpected loss of her daughter, Bonnie Sue, and then two other tragic losses within a year and a half. Mary found beauty in grief through gardening, a labor of love, and through community support, starting with her next door neighbor. Her story highlights the power of community, the process of grieving, and the ability to find joy and purpose amidst loss.

Takeaways

  • Unexpected loss times three
  • Grieving and finding beauty
  • Helping hand of a neighbor
  • Giving back

About Mary McQuain:

Master Chief Master-at-Arms (MACM) Mary Catherine (Pratt) McQuain was born in Parkersburg, West Virginia. She entered the U.S. Naval Reserves in 1988, and later went on active duty. She and her husband have four children as well as seven grandchildren.

About Heidi Siefkas:

Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.

📖 To explore her latest book, Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience: https://bit.ly/49QOPCH.

🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/

🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit www.heidisiefkas.com.

]]>dac3ab41-3a56-4777-a7b5-706c55d21f36Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, "Living with Grief, but Seeing the Beauty" Mary McQuain shares her journey of resilience and transformation after experiencing the unexpected loss of her daughter, Bonnie Sue, and then two other tragic losses within a year and a half. Mary found beauty in grief through gardening, a labor of love, and through community support, starting with her next door neighbor. Her story highlights the power of community, the process of grieving, and the ability to find joy and purpose amidst loss.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Unexpected loss times three</li><li>Grieving and finding beauty</li><li>Helping hand of a neighbor</li><li>Giving back</li></ul><p></p><p><b>About Mary McQuain:</b></p><p>Master Chief Master-at-Arms (MACM) Mary Catherine (Pratt) McQuain was born in Parkersburg, West Virginia. She entered the U.S. Naval Reserves in 1988, and later went on active duty. She and her husband have four children as well as seven grandchildren.</p><p></p><p><b>About Heidi Siefkas:</b></p><p>Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.</p><p>📖 To explore her latest book, <i>Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience</i>: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/49QOPCH" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/49QOPCH</a>.</p><p>🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/" target="_blank">https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/</a></p><p>🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.heidisiefkas.com" target="_blank">www.heidisiefkas.com</a>.</p>no00:36:34111Living with Grief, but Seeing the Beauty with Mary McQuainfull<![CDATA[Finding the Gift in Your Situation with Michelle Mann]]>In this episode, "Finding the Gift in Your Situation" special guest Michelle Mann shares her journey of resilience and transformation, highlighting the impact of a life-changing, drunk driving car accident and the subsequent growth and self-discovery. She emphasizes the power of community support and the importance of finding the gift in challenging situations. The candid narrative also explores the themes of vulnerability, self-love, and the significance of looking up in the face of adversity.

Takeaways

  • Resilience through simultaneous losses
  • Community support and creating Sacred Circles
  • Looking up in face of adversity

About Michelle Mann:

Michelle is a healer and practitioner of Native American and non-traditional healing techniques. She lives in Vail, Arizona, where she hots monthly healing circles called Sacred Circles. Find more about Michelle and her Sacred Circles on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michelle.i.mann.

About Heidi Siefkas:

Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.

📖 To explore her latest book, Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience: https://bit.ly/49QOPCH.

🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/

🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit www.heidisiefkas.com.

]]>06c89eab-6164-4cf8-a21a-45c67df02e86Tue, 12 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, "Finding the Gift in Your Situation" special guest Michelle Mann shares her journey of resilience and transformation, highlighting the impact of a life-changing, drunk driving car accident and the subsequent growth and self-discovery. She emphasizes the power of community support and the importance of finding the gift in challenging situations. The candid narrative also explores the themes of vulnerability, self-love, and the significance of looking up in the face of adversity.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Resilience through simultaneous losses</li><li>Community support and creating Sacred Circles</li><li>Looking up in face of adversity</li></ul><p></p><p><b>About Michelle Mann:</b></p><p>Michelle is a healer and practitioner of Native American and non-traditional healing techniques. She lives in Vail, Arizona, where she hots monthly healing circles called Sacred Circles. Find more about Michelle and her Sacred Circles on Facebook: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/michelle.i.mann" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/michelle.i.mann</a>.</p><p></p><p><b>About Heidi Siefkas:</b></p><p>Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.</p><p>📖 To explore her latest book, <i>Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience</i>: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/49QOPCH" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/49QOPCH</a>.</p><p>🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/" target="_blank">https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/</a></p><p>🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.heidisiefkas.com" target="_blank">www.heidisiefkas.com</a>.</p>no00:27:28110Finding the Gift in Your Situation with Michelle Mannfull<![CDATA[Tidal Wave of Loss with Amy Becker]]>In this episode, "Tidal Wave of Loss," Amy Becker recounts her family's tragic loss of Sydney, age 22, followed by the grieving process, and the journey to finding a new normal. In this not sugar-coated and emotional story, Amy highlights how surrounding yourself with the right people is essential for support after the loss of a loved one. She also stressed that Look Up is a genuine tool that has allowed her to slow down and be in the moment.

Takeaways

  • Resilience as a parent and as a family
  • Find your people
  • Look Up allows you to slow down and be in the moment
  • It's ok to walk alongside your pain

About Amy Becker:

Amy is a proud mother, wife, and athlete, and the Lead Educator in the Quality & Patient Safety Department at Emplify Health, previously known as Gundersen Health System, in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Amy, her husband, and daughter encourage supporting the Mini Donut Foundation (www.minidonutfoundation.com) or your local mental health awareness non-for-profit.

About Heidi Siefkas:

Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.

📖 To explore her latest book, Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience: https://bit.ly/49QOPCH.

🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/

🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit www.heidisiefkas.com.

]]>189552ae-0650-4c15-8e91-c940f538ed47Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, "Tidal Wave of Loss," Amy Becker recounts her family's tragic loss of Sydney, age 22, followed by the grieving process, and the journey to finding a new normal. In this not sugar-coated and emotional story, Amy highlights how surrounding yourself with the right people is essential for support after the loss of a loved one. She also stressed that Look Up is a genuine tool that has allowed her to slow down and be in the moment.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Resilience as a parent and as a family</li><li>Find your people</li><li>Look Up allows you to slow down and be in the moment</li><li>It's ok to walk alongside your pain</li></ul><p></p><p><b>About Amy Becker:</b></p><p>Amy is a proud mother, wife, and athlete, and the Lead Educator in the Quality &amp; Patient Safety Department at Emplify Health, previously known as Gundersen Health System, in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Amy, her husband, and daughter encourage supporting the Mini Donut Foundation (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.minidonutfoundation.com" target="_blank">www.minidonutfoundation.com</a>) or your local mental health awareness non-for-profit.</p><p></p><p><b>About Heidi Siefkas:</b></p><p>Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.</p><p>📖 To explore her latest book, <i>Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience</i>: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/49QOPCH" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/49QOPCH</a>.</p><p>🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/" target="_blank">https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/</a></p><p>🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.heidisiefkas.com" target="_blank">www.heidisiefkas.com</a>.</p>no00:27:0818Tidal Wave of Loss with Amy Beckerfull<![CDATA[Lessons from a Survivor with Author Mariah Forster Olson]]>In this episode, "Lessons from a Survivor," the Look Up Mindset dives into Mariah Forster Olson's journey as a childhood cancer survivor, highlighting her resilience, survivorship, and the importance of hope and positivity. Mariah, a real-life shero, also emphasizes the Look Up Mindset and the significance of community and support for those affected by childhood cancer. She shares advice for patients and caregivers, and provides information on where to find more about her, her book, Hope Over Despair, and the organizations she works with.

Takeaways

  • Resilience at any age
  • Survivorship
  • The Look Up Mindset
  • Finding Your Community

About Mariah Forster Olson:

Mariah is an author, childhood cancer survivor, and advocate. To find out more about Mariah and her book, Hope Over Despair, visit, www.hopeoverdespair.com

About Heidi Siefkas:

Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.

📖 To explore her latest book, Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience: https://bit.ly/49QOPCH.

🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/

🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit www.heidisiefkas.com.

]]>673bffc6-82a5-4184-a01c-2947b49c6abcTue, 31 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, "Lessons from a Survivor," the Look Up Mindset dives into Mariah Forster Olson's journey as a childhood cancer survivor, highlighting her resilience, survivorship, and the importance of hope and positivity. Mariah, a real-life shero, also emphasizes the Look Up Mindset and the significance of community and support for those affected by childhood cancer. She shares advice for patients and caregivers, and provides information on where to find more about her, her book, <i>Hope Over Despair</i>, and the organizations she works with.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Resilience at any age</li><li>Survivorship</li><li>The Look Up Mindset</li><li>Finding Your Community</li></ul><p></p><p><b>About Mariah Forster Olson:</b></p><p>Mariah is an author, childhood cancer survivor, and advocate. To find out more about Mariah and her book, <i>Hope Over Despair</i>, visit, <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.hopeoverdespair.com" target="_blank">www.hopeoverdespair.com</a></p><p></p><p><b>About Heidi Siefkas:</b></p><p>Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.</p><p>📖 To explore her latest book, <i>Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience</i>: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/49QOPCH" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/49QOPCH</a>.</p><p>🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/" target="_blank">https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/</a></p><p>🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.heidisiefkas.com" target="_blank">www.heidisiefkas.com</a>.</p>no00:17:4617Lessons from a Survivor with Author Mariah Forster Olsonfull<![CDATA[From Adversity to Purpose with Tom Thibodeau]]>This episode, "From Adversity to Purpose," with Tom Thibodeau on the Look Up Mindset podcast delves into themes of resilience, community, and servant leadership. Tom shares his personal journey of adversity and transformation, highlighting the importance of compassion, empathy, and the power of storytelling. The conversation also explores the impact of community support and the role of education in fostering empathy and understanding.

Takeaways

  • Resilience and Transformation
  • The Power of Compassion and Community
  • The Need for Third Spaces

Find out more about Tom Thibodeau and his projects

Tom Thibodeau is proud husband, father, grandfather, and active community member. He has been an educator at Viterbo University in La Crosse, Wisconsin specializing in Servant Leadership for over forty-two years. To find out more about his endeavors, visit https://www.servantleadershipworks.com/

To learn about the servant leadership conference, head to https://www.viterbo.edu/slconference.

About Heidi Siefkas:

Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.

📖 To explore her latest book, Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience: https://bit.ly/49QOPCH.

🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/

🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit www.heidisiefkas.com.

]]>0c6b00c5-c608-4493-8f0b-e98fd025797bTue, 17 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>This episode, "From Adversity to Purpose," with Tom Thibodeau on the Look Up Mindset podcast delves into themes of resilience, community, and servant leadership. Tom shares his personal journey of adversity and transformation, highlighting the importance of compassion, empathy, and the power of storytelling. The conversation also explores the impact of community support and the role of education in fostering empathy and understanding.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Resilience and Transformation</li><li>The Power of Compassion and Community</li><li>The Need for Third Spaces</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Find out more about Tom Thibodeau and his projects</b></p><p>Tom Thibodeau is proud husband, father, grandfather, and active community member. He has been an educator at Viterbo University in La Crosse, Wisconsin specializing in Servant Leadership for over forty-two years. To find out more about his endeavors, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.servantleadershipworks.com/" target="_blank">https://www.servantleadershipworks.com/</a></p><p>To learn about the servant leadership conference, head to <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.viterbo.edu/slconference" target="_blank">https://www.viterbo.edu/slconference</a>.</p><p></p><p><b>About Heidi Siefkas:</b></p><p>Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.</p><p>📖 To explore her latest book, <i>Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience</i>: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/49QOPCH" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/49QOPCH</a>.</p><p>🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/" target="_blank">https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/</a></p><p>🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.heidisiefkas.com" target="_blank">www.heidisiefkas.com</a>.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:21:4516From Adversity to Purpose with Tom Thibodeaufull<![CDATA[Lahaina Rising with Pamela Reader]]>The conversation delves into the experience of Pamela Reader, a Lahaina resident, and her family who lost their home in the Maui wildfire of 2023. Her family's heroic story of, "Lahaina Rising," recounts life before the fire, the impact of the fire, the process of rebuilding, and the resilience and community support that emerged from the tragedy.

Takeaways

  • Resilience
  • Community support
  • It's the little things
  • Paying it forward
  • Get good insurance

Connect with Pamela Reader and help other Maui fire survivors:

Pamela Reader is a realtor-broker on Maui. She and her husband Keenan are parents to two adolescent girls. All are involved in the community. To connect with Pamela, visit www.PamReader.com. To donate to others affected by the Lahaina fire, visit www.mauiponofoundation.org.

About Heidi Siefkas:

Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.

📖 To explore her latest book, Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience: https://bit.ly/49QOPCH.

🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/

🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit www.heidisiefkas.com.

]]>89582b3c-0108-403f-823b-82a8d64a1f3bTue, 03 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the experience of Pamela Reader, a Lahaina resident, and her family who lost their home in the Maui wildfire of 2023. Her family's heroic story of, "Lahaina Rising," recounts life before the fire, the impact of the fire, the process of rebuilding, and the resilience and community support that emerged from the tragedy.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Resilience</li><li>Community support</li><li>It's the little things</li><li>Paying it forward</li><li>Get good insurance</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Connect with Pamela Reader and help other Maui fire survivors:</b></p><p>Pamela Reader is a realtor-broker on Maui. She and her husband Keenan are parents to two adolescent girls. All are involved in the community. To connect with Pamela, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.PamReader.com" target="_blank">www.PamReader.com</a>. To donate to others affected by the Lahaina fire, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.mauiponofoundation.org" target="_blank">www.mauiponofoundation.org</a>.</p><p></p><p><b>About Heidi Siefkas:</b></p><p>Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.</p><p>📖 To explore her latest book, <i>Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience</i>: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/49QOPCH" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/49QOPCH</a>.</p><p>🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/" target="_blank">https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/</a></p><p>🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.heidisiefkas.com" target="_blank">www.heidisiefkas.com</a>.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:35:3215Lahaina Rising with Pamela Readerfull<![CDATA[Look Up Mindset Podcast with Author Heidi Siefkas Trailer - Coming February 2026]]>The Look Up Mindset is where extraordinary true stories of resilience, transformation, and adventure come to life.

Hosted by author, TEDx speaker, and Look Up Mantra creator Heidi Siefkas, this podcast explores the mindset shifts that help people rise from adversity and create a new path forward.

This trailer previews courageous conversations with sheroes, heroes, and badasses from around the world who have navigated life-changing events, bold reinventions, unexpected detours, and adventures of the heart, mind, and spirit. Listeners gain insights into how ordinary people discover extraordinary strength — and how you can too.

The Look Up Mindset reminds us all of two things that we can leverage to pivot our mindset at anytime and anywhere:

  1. Be in the moment.
  2. Find the upside.

Through intimate storytelling and practical wisdom, this podcast reveals how embracing these principles can ignite resilience, spark transformation, and inspire you to seek adventure in everyday life.

If you're craving real stories, deep perspective, and a mindset that helps you bounce forward into your next chapter, you're in the right place.

Listen and/or watch to this trailer to learn more.

Subscribe to the podcast for episodes starting in February 2026!

As always, here's to looking up!

About Heidi Siefkas

Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.

📖 To explore her latest book, Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience: https://bit.ly/49QOPCH.

🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/

🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit www.heidisiefkas.com.

 

]]>b106bc6f-5a7a-4b29-9adc-58ed4e1d8ba1Fri, 23 Jan 2026 23:18:46 GMT<p><b>The Look Up Mindset is where extraordinary true stories of resilience, transformation, and adventure come to life.</b></p><p></p><p>Hosted by author, TEDx speaker, and Look Up Mantra creator Heidi Siefkas, this podcast explores the mindset shifts that help people rise from adversity and create a new path forward.</p><p></p><p>This trailer previews courageous conversations with sheroes, heroes, and badasses from around the world who have navigated life-changing events, bold reinventions, unexpected detours, and adventures of the heart, mind, and spirit. Listeners gain insights into how ordinary people discover extraordinary strength — and how you can too.</p><p></p><p>The Look Up Mindset reminds us all of two things that we can leverage to pivot our mindset at anytime and anywhere:</p><p></p><ol><li><b>Be in the moment.</b></li><li><b>Find the upside.</b><p></p></li></ol><p>Through intimate storytelling and practical wisdom, this podcast reveals how embracing these principles can ignite resilience, spark transformation, and inspire you to seek adventure in everyday life.</p><p></p><p>If you're craving real stories, deep perspective, and a mindset that helps you bounce forward into your next chapter, you're in the right place.</p><p></p><p><b>Listen and/or watch to this trailer to learn more.</b></p><p></p><p><b>Subscribe to the podcast for episodes starting in February 2026!</b></p><p></p><p><b><i>As always, here's to looking up!</i></b></p><p></p><p><b>About Heidi Siefkas</b></p><p>Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.</p><p>📖 To explore her latest book, <i>Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience</i>: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/49QOPCH" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/49QOPCH</a>.</p><p>🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/" target="_blank">https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/</a></p><p>🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.heidisiefkas.com" target="_blank">www.heidisiefkas.com</a>.</p><p> </p>no00:03:161Look Up Mindset Podcast with Author Heidi Siefkas Trailer - Coming February 2026trailer<![CDATA[Looking Up and Around with Rhonda McGowan]]>The episode of the Look Up Mindset Podcast features special guest, Rhonda McGowan, and her journey of resilience in the face of a health challenge. Rhonda's story, "Look Up and Around," unfolds through chapters that cover her health diagnosis, impact on personal and professional life, community support, and resilience. During this candid chat, Rhonda shares advice for those facing health challenges.

Takeaways

  • Resilience
  • Community support
  • The importance of looking up and around

Find out more about Rhonda and Amyloidosis:

From Wisconsin, Rhonda is a retired Spanish teacher. Rhonda and her husband of thirty years are proud parents of two adult sons.  As a born educator, she also speaks for the Amyloidosis Speakers Bureau. To learn more about Amyloidosis and the mission, visit https://mm713.org/

About Heidi Siefkas:

Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.

📖 To explore her latest book, Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience: https://bit.ly/49QOPCH.

🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/

🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit www.heidisiefkas.com.

]]>7a0325da-9fa9-42de-bf1f-bf87c8ea37f8Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>The episode of the Look Up Mindset Podcast features special guest, Rhonda McGowan, and her journey of resilience in the face of a health challenge. Rhonda's story, "Look Up and Around," unfolds through chapters that cover her health diagnosis, impact on personal and professional life, community support, and resilience. During this candid chat, Rhonda shares advice for those facing health challenges.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Resilience</li><li>Community support</li><li>The importance of looking up and around</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Find out more about Rhonda and Amyloidosis:</b></p><p>From Wisconsin, Rhonda is a retired Spanish teacher. Rhonda and her husband of thirty years are proud parents of two adult sons.  As a born educator, she also speaks for the Amyloidosis Speakers Bureau. To learn more about Amyloidosis and the mission, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://mm713.org/" target="_blank">https://mm713.org/</a></p><p></p><p><b>About Heidi Siefkas:</b></p><p>Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.</p><p>📖 To explore her latest book, <i>Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience</i>: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/49QOPCH" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/49QOPCH</a>.</p><p>🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/" target="_blank">https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/</a></p><p>🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.heidisiefkas.com" target="_blank">www.heidisiefkas.com</a>.</p>no00:24:5219Looking Up and Around with Rhonda McGowanfull<![CDATA[Look Up -Life is Now with Author Sage Adderley]]>In this episode of the Look Up Mindset, Author Heidi Siefkas invites special guest, peer author Sage Adderley to share her powerful story, "Look Up-Life is Now." Her tragic and unexpected loss of her husband becomes the pivotal moment that leads to a significant shift in her life. Sage shares what helped her through this life transformation and wise words for finding a new normal after loss.

Takeaways

  • Resilience is a choice
  • Choosing oneself after life's unexpected detours
  • Connection to the Look Up Mantra

About Sage Adderley:

Sage is a Pacific Northwest-based author and founder of Tell Your Stories LLC. You can find all her creative endeavors at https://tellyourstoriespublishing.com/

About Heidi Siefkas:

Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.

📖 To explore her latest book, Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience: https://bit.ly/49QOPCH.

🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/

🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit www.heidisiefkas.com.

]]>3228b772-6aa4-48cb-bd7f-dfb8c4b181afTue, 17 Feb 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of the Look Up Mindset, Author Heidi Siefkas invites special guest, peer author Sage Adderley to share her powerful story, "Look Up-Life is Now." Her tragic and unexpected loss of her husband becomes the pivotal moment that leads to a significant shift in her life. Sage shares what helped her through this life transformation and wise words for finding a new normal after loss.</p><p></p><p><b>Takeaways</b></p><ul><li>Resilience is a choice</li><li>Choosing oneself after life's unexpected detours</li><li>Connection to the Look Up Mantra</li></ul><p></p><p><b>About Sage Adderley:</b></p><p>Sage is a Pacific Northwest-based author and founder of Tell Your Stories LLC. You can find all her creative endeavors at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://tellyourstoriespublishing.com/" target="_blank">https://tellyourstoriespublishing.com/</a></p><p></p><p><b>About Heidi Siefkas:</b></p><p>Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.</p><p>📖 To explore her latest book, <i>Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience</i>: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/49QOPCH" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/49QOPCH</a>.</p><p>🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/" target="_blank">https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/</a></p><p>🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.heidisiefkas.com" target="_blank">www.heidisiefkas.com</a>.</p><p></p>no00:18:4914Look Up -Life is Now with Author Sage Adderleyfull<![CDATA[Testing Look Up - The 2nd Why Behind the Look Up Mindset Podcast]]>Author Heidi Siefkas shares her personal journey of resilience and life restarts, emphasizing the power of the Look Up mantra in overcoming life's challenges. From her forced life restart in her 30's to then losing her life partner in a devastating plane crash in her 40's, Heidi's story inspires and offers hope to others facing similar obstacles.

Takeaways

  • Resilience
  • Life Restarts
  • Look Up works
  • Sharing true stories lends hope to others
  • The why behind Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience and Look Up Mindset Podcast

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Look Up Mantra
  • 08:26 Recovery and Restart

About Heidi Siefkas

Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.

📖 To explore her latest book, Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience: https://bit.ly/49QOPCH.

🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/

🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit www.heidisiefkas.com.

]]>3e9d2723-9d4c-42e6-8f61-2dd50fbe2436Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:30:00 GMT<p>Author Heidi Siefkas shares her personal journey of resilience and life restarts, emphasizing the power of the Look Up mantra in overcoming life's challenges. From her forced life restart in her 30's to then losing her life partner in a devastating plane crash in her 40's, Heidi's story inspires and offers hope to others facing similar obstacles.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Resilience</li><li>Life Restarts</li><li>Look Up works</li><li>Sharing true stories lends hope to others</li><li>The why behind Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience and Look Up Mindset Podcast</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Look Up Mantra</li><li>08:26 Recovery and Restart</li></ul><p></p><p><b>About Heidi Siefkas</b></p><p>Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.</p><p>📖 To explore her latest book, <i>Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience</i>: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/49QOPCH" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/49QOPCH</a>.</p><p>🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/" target="_blank">https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/</a></p><p>🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.heidisiefkas.com" target="_blank">www.heidisiefkas.com</a>.</p>no00:14:0713Testing Look Up - The 2nd Why Behind the Look Up Mindset Podcastfull<![CDATA[Overcoming Obstacles and Evolving to Your Life 2.0 with Author Heidi Siefkas]]>Author Heidi Siefkas shares her personal journey of resilience and transformation in this TEDx talk, highlighting the concept of Life 2.0 and the role of adventure in evolving to one's best self. She emphasizes the importance of embracing life updates and the power of post-traumatic growth.

Takeaways

  • Life 2.0 is a continuous journey of personal evolution.
  • Adventure, in various forms, plays a crucial role in enhancing focus, energy, and perspective, leading to resilience and growth.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Look Up Mindset Podcast
  • 06:05 The When All Balls Drop Moment
  • 12:14 Defining Adventure and its Benefits

About Heidi Siefkas

Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.

📖 To explore her latest book, Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience: https://bit.ly/49QOPCH.

🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/

🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit www.heidisiefkas.com.

]]>cde82124-041e-4dea-aa9a-7115e7108a6fTue, 03 Feb 2026 14:15:00 GMT<p>Author Heidi Siefkas shares her personal journey of resilience and transformation in this TEDx talk, highlighting the concept of Life 2.0 and the role of adventure in evolving to one's best self. She emphasizes the importance of embracing life updates and the power of post-traumatic growth.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Life 2.0 is a continuous journey of personal evolution.</li><li>Adventure, in various forms, plays a crucial role in enhancing focus, energy, and perspective, leading to resilience and growth.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Look Up Mindset Podcast</li><li>06:05 The When All Balls Drop Moment</li><li>12:14 Defining Adventure and its Benefits</li></ul><p></p><p><b>About Heidi Siefkas</b></p><p>Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.</p><p>📖 To explore her latest book, <i>Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience</i>: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/49QOPCH" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/49QOPCH</a>.</p><p>🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/" target="_blank">https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/</a></p><p>🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.heidisiefkas.com" target="_blank">www.heidisiefkas.com</a>.</p>no00:19:0812Overcoming Obstacles and Evolving to Your Life 2.0 with Author Heidi Siefkasfull<![CDATA[The Look Up Mindset Podcast Launch Episode - The Why Behind Look Up]]>Author Heidi Siefkas shares her personal journey of resilience, transformation, and adventure, starting with a life-altering accident and the subsequent rebuilding of her life. Her story inspires the 'Look Up' mindset, emphasizing the importance of being in the moment and finding the upside in every situation.

Takeaways

  • Resilience in the face of adversity
  • The 'Look Up' mindset for finding the upside in every situation
  • Architecting a Life 2.0 with Look Up
  • Solo walkabout to Patagonia sparked sharing her story
  • Writing When All Balls Drop

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Look Up Mindset Podcast
  • 07:28 Writing and Publishing the First Book

About Heidi Siefkas

Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.

📖 To explore her latest book, Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience: https://bit.ly/49QOPCH.

🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/

🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit www.heidisiefkas.com.

]]>e2e52465-613c-4a5f-8b51-e78f0e01b62eTue, 03 Feb 2026 14:00:00 GMT<p>Author Heidi Siefkas shares her personal journey of resilience, transformation, and adventure, starting with a life-altering accident and the subsequent rebuilding of her life. Her story inspires the 'Look Up' mindset, emphasizing the importance of being in the moment and finding the upside in every situation.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Resilience in the face of adversity</li><li>The 'Look Up' mindset for finding the upside in every situation</li><li>Architecting a Life 2.0 with Look Up</li><li>Solo walkabout to Patagonia sparked sharing her story</li><li>Writing When All Balls Drop</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Look Up Mindset Podcast</li><li>07:28 Writing and Publishing the First Book</li></ul><p></p><p><b>About Heidi Siefkas</b></p><p>Heidi Siefkas is a Nashville-based author of 4 books, TEDx speaker, podcaster, and adventurer.</p><p>📖 To explore her latest book, <i>Look Up—Global Stories of Resilience</i>: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/49QOPCH" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/49QOPCH</a>.</p><p>🎤 Bring Heidi to your event: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/" target="_blank">https://heidisiefkas.com/speaking/</a></p><p>🌐 To connect with Heidi and share your story for the Look Up Mindset Podcast, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.heidisiefkas.com" target="_blank">www.heidisiefkas.com</a>.</p>no00:12:4911The Look Up Mindset Podcast Launch Episode - The Why Behind Look Upfull