Sometimes you don’t realize how much your routine is supporting you until you lose it.

Since moving from California to Tennessee, our lives have changed in just about every way. New home, new responsibilities, farm life, animals, travel, businesses, and a completely different daily rhythm. And for almost three months, the routines we had spent years building pretty much disappeared.

And we felt it.

In this episode, we’re getting real about what happens when life throws you out of rhythm and how we’ve been finding our way back. We talk about taking control of your morning, creating a space that supports your habits, staying off your phone, journaling, gratitude, movement, and why the routine that worked in your last season might not work in the one you’re in now.

We also share how different our own routines look, what we’re still working on, and why getting back on track doesn’t mean changing everything overnight.

If you’ve been feeling a little off lately, start by looking at how you’re spending the first part of your day. You might not need a complete life overhaul. You might just need one small change that helps you find your rhythm again.

In this episode:

(00:02) - What happened when our routines disappeared after moving (04:42) - Why your morning can set the tone for your entire day (08:14) - Staying off your phone and protecting your morning (10:07) - Creating an environment that makes good habits easier (14:27) - How we each approach journaling differently (18:54) - Gratitude, reflection, prayer, meditation, and reading (23:20) - Why going back through old journal entries can be so powerful (27:50) - The impact exercise and movement have had on our energy (33:41) - Why your old routine might not fit your new season (34:15) - A simple morning audit to help you get back on track (34:48) - How to start with one habit instead of trying to change everything

Connect with us:

• Your Daily Retreat Website | http://www.ydretreat.com
• Follow Sam on Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/samanthasagot
• Follow Jeff on Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/jeffhauser_
• Your Daily Retreat Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/ydretreat

Produced by Eliza St John | Email info@ydretreat.com Original Music by Dario Forzato | http://www.darioforzatomusic.com This Podcast is Hosted by Podbean.

You can have a great business and still be overlooked. Not because your work lacks value, but because people don’t understand what sets you apart.

Your story is one of your greatest business assets. It’s what makes you different, helps people connect with your brand, and gives them a reason to remember you.

Visibility gets you noticed. But knowing how to tell your story and communicate your value is what helps you build trust, meaningful relationships, and a reputation that lasts.

In this episode, Sam sits down with Lisa Perez, founder of Perez Relations, a boutique PR firm that helps founders and entrepreneurs build visibility through relationship capital, integrity, and strategic storytelling. Her approach to PR goes beyond press features or simply getting a name out there. It’s about understanding a business’s identity, uncovering what makes it unique, and shaping a story that supports long-term growth.

Together, Sam and Lisa unpack the truth about PR that most founders learn too late, why your story might be your most powerful business asset, and how the right relationships can open doors that marketing alone can’t. They explore what it takes to build credibility, communicate your value with confidence, and grow a business that people remember for the right reasons.

Because growth isn’t just about reaching more people. It’s about knowing your story, understanding what you stand for, and building the relationships that help you get there.

In this episode:

(01:34) - How Lisa turned 12 years of agency experience into launching Perez Relations (09:36) - The difference between relationship-driven PR and Traditional PR (11:15) - The role of storytelling in brand elevation (13:11) - PR vs. Branding vs. Marketing - what does your business actually need? (17:15) - The problem with chasing viral moments and instant gratification (20:01) - How to position yourself before you start pitching (23:15) - What actually makes you ready for press? (24:15) - How to build a reputation that grows with your business (26:20) - How getting clear on yourself changes the way you show up (28:50) - Practical ways to uncover your strengths and passions (29:36) - Understanding the foundation of an authentic elevator pitch (31:05) - The PR mistake that can damage your reputation (32:19) - How to know if your business is ready for PR (38:00) - The simple reset that helps you show up as a better founder (45:04) - Knowing when to pivot, when to persist, and when to walk away (47:13) - The belief about success Lisa had to unlearn (51:48) - The one skill you need to build a career in PR

Connect with Lisa:

• Website | https://www.perezrelations.com/
• Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/lnperez
• LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-perez-66a95b46

Connect with us:

• Your Daily Retreat Website | http://www.ydretreat.com
• Follow Sam on Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/samanthasagot
• Follow Jeff on Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/jeffhauser_
• Your Daily Retreat Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/ydretreat
• Sign up for our Newsletter | info@ydretreat.com
• Apply for an Alignment Audit with Sam Hauser | info@ydretreat.com

Produced by Eliza St John | Email info@ydretreat.com Original Music by Dario Forzato | http://www.darioforzatomusic.com This Podcast is Hosted by Podbean

You can spend years building a successful business and still lose sight of yourself along the way. But what happens when the next chapter of your life requires you to rebuild your confidence, let go of old identities, and reconnect with the purpose that started it all?

In this heartfelt episode, Sam sits down with her longtime best friend and fellow chiropractor, Dr. Lisa Parissi, for an honest Alignment Audit about personal growth, mindset, and learning to trust yourself again.

As the owner of Wellness Choice, a corrective chiropractic practice in Costa Mesa, California, Lisa has spent years building her business, navigating setbacks, and learning the hard lessons that come with success. Now, as she prepares for an exciting new chapter with a completely reimagined vision for her practice, she's discovering that the biggest transformation isn't just happening in her business. It's happening within herself.

Together, Sam and Lisa explore the importance of personal development, overcoming self-doubt, protecting your boundaries, and surrounding yourself with people who support your growth. Most importantly, they uncover why reconnecting with your purpose is essential to stepping confidently into what's next.

Whether you're building a business, navigating change, or stepping into a new season of life, this conversation is a reminder that your next level of success begins with the person you're becoming, not just what you're building.

In this episode:

(02:52) - Why being good at what you do doesn’t automatically make you a good business owner (05:04) - What posture correction does for your body (19:24) - Building the life you want without letting fear hold you back (17:21) - What it takes to align your business with your new chapter (22:11) - What changes when you stop focusing on everything that went wrong (24:14) - Why building a business requires more than just professional growth (26:49) - What climbing Mount Everest can teach us about success (31:18) - How personal growth shapes business success (32:18) - Daily practices that helped Lisa rebuild her confidence (36:43) - Why boundaries need to come first before your next level of success (42:28) - How to let God lead the way you show up (48:20) - How to protect your energy in a new season (51:35) - How to stop doubting yourself and embrace what’s next (54:48) - How Sam and Lisa became best friends (01:01:55) - Surrounding yourself with people who support your growth

Connect with Lisa:

• Website | https://wellnesschoice.com/
• Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/drlisaparissi/
• LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-lisa-parissi-d-c-ab7138113

Connect with us:

• Your Daily Retreat Website | http://www.ydretreat.com
• Follow Sam on Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/samanthasagot
• Follow Jeff on Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/jeffhauser_
• Your Daily Retreat Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/ydretreat
• Sign up for our Newsletter | http://www.ydretreat.com/newsletter
• Apply for an Alignment Audit with Sam Hauser | info@ydretreat.com

Produced by Eliza St John | Email eliza@ydretreat.com Original Music by Dario Forzato | http://www.darioforzatomusic.com This Podcast is Hosted by Podbean