Back to Life

What if you could rewire your brain to release fear, reduce stress, and live more fully? In this episode of the Back to Life podcast, I sit down with Lisa Wimberger, founder of the Neurosculpting® Institute and expert in blending neuroscience with mindfulness. We explore how to reshape limiting beliefs, heal trauma, and create new neural pathways that support a life of clarity, calm, and intention. Lisa shares powerful tools you can start using right away—whether you're navigating stress, stuck in old patterns, or ready to step into a new chapter. Listen now and learn how to rewire your brain for resilience and renewal.

In this episode of Back to Life, Danny sits down with Nicole Danielle, an author whose journey from darkness to self-discovery is nothing short of inspiring. From a young beauty pageant winner to an actress in LA, Nicole faced relentless criticism and hurtful words that shaped her self-perception: ❌ “You're not enough.” ❌ “You will never be anything more than what you are.” ❌ “You're a dime a dozen.” ❌ “Your voice doesn't matter.” ❌ “You're a fat f*cking pig.” Wearing a smile on the outside while struggling on the inside, she lived in victim mode—until a life-altering anxiety attack brought her to a breaking point. Curled on the floor, she heard a whisper: Most people are just living to die. Here I am, just dying to live. That moment, along with her deep love for her two young autistic sons, became the catalyst for transformation and the inspiration behind her memoir, Diamonds Beneath the Darkness. This episode explores Nicole's powerful story of resilience, healing, and growth—and how her journey offers wisdom for anyone seeking to break free from self-doubt and step fully into life. Listen in and be inspired.

Are you ready to transform how you work and reclaim your time? In this episode of Back to Life, Danny sits down with Sean McMann, author and Director of Consulting, to discuss the practical strategies he shares in his book. From redefining the connection between work and self-worth to eliminating hours of unnecessary meetings and email, Sean reveals proven methods that helped him climb from new grad to Director in just eight years. During this episode, Danny and Sean explore tips for managing your time, your boss, and your career to maximize productivity while staying relevant in a constantly changing world. Whether you're starting out, looking for more balance, or aiming for the next level, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you make more, work less, and invest in your future. Tune in now and take the first step toward working smarter, not harder!  

What does it take to truly support yourself and others on the journey to wellness? On this episode of Back to Life, Danny Bader welcomes Eran Magen, Ph.D., a clinical professor at Yale School of Medicine, dedicated to trainee wellness and suicide prevention. Eran shares insights from his groundbreaking work in psychology and education, blending cutting-edge research with a deep commitment to emotional well-being. From understanding the science of connection to practical strategies for resilience, this conversation dives into how we can cultivate healthier lives and relationships—no matter what challenges we face. Tune in for an inspiring discussion about living fully, supporting those you care about, and finding meaning through growth and connection. Whether you're seeking personal healing or tools to help others thrive, this episode offers something for everyone.

In the latest episode of Back to Life, Danny Bader sits down with Bill Hoyt, a man whose strength and spirit truly embody what it means to live fully. Danny met Billy years ago during a workshop at Bill's company, but today's conversation takes on new meaning. Three and a half years ago, Bill was diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer. Just a few months ago, he was given 18-24 months to live. But instead of letting that define him, Bill is embracing life with an incredible perspective and resilience that speaks to the heart of what Back to Life is all about. Together, Danny and Bill dive into what it really means to live with purpose, resilience, and courage—without waiting for a tragedy or crisis to remind you to do so. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about facing life's hardest moments and still choosing to create meaning, love, and joy in every day. This episode is a powerful reminder to ask yourself: Are you truly living, or just getting by? Don't wait for a wake-up call. Listen now and get inspired to live your life fully—starting today.

In this episode of Back to Life, host Danny Bader sits down with educator, author, and coach Patty McLain to explore strategies for overcoming personal and professional challenges. Patty shares her journey from high school teacher to trauma-informed practitioner, offering insights into building sustainable well-being through healthy relationships, social-emotional learning (SEL), and resilience. Together, Danny and Patty discuss practical tools to help you unlock your potential and create a positive impact in your life. From mindfulness to post-traumatic growth, this episode provides actionable steps for anyone looking to harness hope, tap into their strengths, and foster lasting change. (Show Notes: WOOP, the concept developed by researcher Gabriele Oettingen. Here is her website: https://woopmylife.org/en/science For more information on the Hope Circuit, check out Martin E.P. Seligman's work: https://www.authentichappiness.sas.upenn.edu/news/hope-circuit-new-book-martin-ep-seligman) The Hope Circuit refers to the brain's ability to generate positive expectations and resilience. It activates when individuals feel control over their outcomes, in contrast to learned helplessness. This concept is key to Patty's work in helping people realize their potential through hope and action.)

Are you ready to challenge your limits and transform your personal and professional growth? In this episode of Back to Life, I sit down with Dr. Carrie Rose, CEO of Ofcourse, to dive into powerful strategies that can elevate your life and business. Dr. Rose reveals methods, grounded in over 500 research studies, that meet learners where they are, spark their passions, and stretch their thinking to new levels. We'll discuss how you can create actionable steps to apply these insights and drive real, measurable change. Join us to learn how these proven techniques have already empowered organizations like Neal's Yard Remedies, The National Mainstreet Organization, and JetBlue—and discover how they can unlock your potential too.

Do you have a playbook? Do you have a resource that guides your thoughts, emotions, and, ultimately, your actions…and how do you show up in the world? Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with my friend, actress Stephanie Szostak. She shares insights from her life and her book Self!sh and introduces the app she has built to help you create focus, fulfillment, and resilience for a more fulfilling life. The favorite thing she said to me, and there are many, was, “Don't wait for tragedy to take care of yourself.”  She talks about: The anxiety and self-doubt she felt when she worked on big movie sets with big-name actors Why you should have your “playbook” Embracing the unknown The importance of practicing your self-talk Why she wrote Self!sh How reflection helps you to not “miss out” on what you want. Be sure to listen to this and share it with a family member or friend. Also, download the free beta version of her app here: http://www.selfishplaybook.com/

Brant Menswar is the CEO and founder of Black Sheep Foundry LLC, a boutique leadership development agency that teaches people and organizations how to cultivate values-based leadership through his acclaimed book Black Sheep: Unleash the Extraordinary, Awe-Inspiring, Undiscovered You. He has been called "America's Personal Development Coach" having appeared on ABC, NBC, CBS and FOX and has worked with companies like Netflix, Verizon, Hilton, Microsoft, ESPN, Sony Pictures Entertainment and dozens more to become values-driven organizations. Brant is a best-selling author, named one of the country's top speakers and has helped more than 10,000 people discover their non-negotiable values. His keynotes transcend mere speaking and information-sharing to a powerful, moving conversation designed to re-engage even the most apathetic of employees. His books and podcast expand on his ground-breaking work around values-based leadership described as “disarmingly simple and incredibly powerful.” His engaging techniques of focusing on the values that unite and connect us, rather than the differences that divide us has enabled him to bridge the gap across corporate boardrooms, political aisles and family dinner tables. Brant is certified in the Psychology of Leadership from Cornell University and is on a mission to help organizations create a high-performing connected culture.

For this episode of the Back to Life podcast, Danny talks with Aaron Salko. Aaron is the founder and Creator of The 9th Stratum and is a Sales Management Professional with the innovative solutions-based company Stephen Gould. Salko has a demonstrated history of talent development, innovation, creativity, and organizational growth. For more than two decades, he has focused on human performance in both career and life in a highly competitive, entrepreneurial-based, global sales environment, with an intense concentration on exploring how the science and mechanisms of human behavior, psychology, social interaction, and human physiology apply to performance. During their conversation, both discuss Aaron's desire to help individuals attain their highest levels of performance in order to achieve success in their career and find purpose and fulfillment in life. His new book is The 9th Stratum: Your Guide to High Performance.

Ever wondered how top athletes and brands break through mental barriers to achieve extraordinary results? Join us in the latest episode of the Back to Life podcast as we dive into the world of mental toughness with the incredible Dr. Haley Perlus! In this episode, we explore Haley's journey working with world-renowned athletes, brands, and fitness experts. Discover the personalized approach she takes to shatter mental blocks and tailor success strategies to each individual or corporation's unique goals and expectations. From her personal experiences as an athlete, coach, fitness professional, and entrepreneur, Haley brings a holistic perspective to mental toughness. Get ready for an inspiring conversation filled with practical insights and tools to elevate your mental game, regardless of the challenges you face.

Ever wondered about the secrets behind manifesting your dreams and embracing personal development? On the newest episode of the Back to Life podcast, Danny talks with New York Times Best-selling author, Hale Dwoskin. With over three decades of expertise, Hale is a pioneer in personal development, renowned for his work with the Sedona Method. Curious about the power of "letting go" and the Law of Attraction? Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and a transformative journey towards self-discovery. Listen below or wherever you get your podcasts.

For this episode of the Back to Life podcast, Danny talks with Prelude Solutions' CEO and Founder Cate Heaman. Cate founded Prelude in July, 2005 as a telecommunication auditing company. In the early years, the auditing grew to project management and managing RFP's for telecom services and systems. In 2008, the entity expanded services to telecom system hardware and software and quickly become the fastest growing regional Platinum Avaya Partner and Shoretel Silver Partner. As CEO and Founder, Cate Heaman grew this company to over 45 people and $12 million in revenue. In the latter part of 2016, Cate sold off the hardware/software and started Prelude Solutions as a telecommunications consulting company that today provides over 400+ services and solutions as a woman-owned business. For the past three years Prelude has been named one of Philadelphia's fastest growing companies and expanded services globally. During their conversation, Cate provides insight and tools for leaders to build a positive team culture focused on overall wellness of its people.

For this episode of the Back to Life podcast, Danny sat down to talk with Michael Baclawski, a dedicated wellness and fitness educator with an extensive career spanning two decades. He currently serves as an educator at Catasauqua High School, where he has passionately guided students toward healthier lifestyles and personal growth throughout his career. Beyond his role as an educator, Michael has actively contributed to the local youth sports community as a soccer coach within the district and now lends his expertise to the Bethlehem Soccer Club by coaching two travel teams. He also serves on the soccer club's board where he plays an integral role in shaping the future of young athletes. In addition to his professional pursuits, Michael is a dedicated and loving father to three daughters and a devoted husband to his wife. Michael's knowledge and insights extend beyond the classroom and soccer pitch. He is a seasoned presenter, having shared his wisdom and experiences at various conferences and seminars, where his strategies for personal development, wellness, and leadership have inspired and empowered countless individuals. During the conversation, Michael also opens up about the strategies and mindset that have made him an effective educator and coach and delves into the challenges he's faced personally and professionally, providing invaluable tools that anyone, from educators to leaders in any industry, can use to overcome obstacles and become the best version of themselves. Join us as we explore Michael's journey, learn from his experiences, and gain practical strategies for leading and teaching with purpose, resilience, and unwavering dedication. Tune in for a dose of inspiration and actionable advice that can elevate your leadership and teaching game, no matter where your path takes you.

In today's fast-paced world, it can be tough to remember to be still. Our guest on this episode of the Back to Life podcast helps people do just that. Michaiel Patrick Bovens is an inspirational wellness teacher, meditation expert, healer, mindfulness facilitator (MBSR), hypnotherapist and metaphysician. He helps busy professionals quickly transform their stress into strength and their struggle into greater freedom, confidence, and positive change. He is the founder of 'Soul-utions for Moving Beyond Struggle,' and the author of a popular series of guided relaxation meditations. His destiny is to help humanity understand the truth of who they are and to teach them how to embrace their inner power; the divine power of their Soul and Spirit. Michaiel shares fresh insights, truth, understanding, and compassion into outdated religious ideology. You'll definitely want to listen to this conversation.

For this episode, Danny sat down to talk with successful entrepreneur and business owner, Terrill Vidale. Terrill Vidale's life began in humble circumstances, born in Charlotte, NC, to parents from Trinidad and Tobago. For the first 12 years of his life, Terrill lived in Trinidad. After his parents' divorce, he and his siblings moved in with their mother, who was a full-time college student and unable to find employment, leading them to live in a homeless shelter. During our conversation, Terrill talks about working hard from a young age, doing odd jobs, and excelling in sales positions at National City Bank and later at American International Group. In 2013, Terrill founded 2Deep Entertainment in Youngstown, Ohio, and since then, the company has worked with prominent artists like Gucci Mane and Meek Mill, organized fashion shows, magic shows, and guest speaker events. 2Deep Entertainment has grown to collaborate with notable companies like B.E.T, Reebok, and McDonald's. Terrill's success has extended beyond entertainment, as he has also established 2Deep Estates, Focus, and GAI Capital Group. In 2018, he married his partner, Ashley Vidale. Despite his challenging upbringing, Terrill has persevered and achieved remarkable success, positively impacting his community and the world of entertainment. Talk about resilience. You're going to want to listen to this conversation. 

For this episode, Danny talks with keynote speaker Damon West.  Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a college professor, internationally known keynote speaker and Wall Street Journal best-selling author of The Coffee Bean: A simple Lesson to Create Positive Change, which Forbes' listed in the “Top Twenty Books You Need to Read to Crush 2020.” His autobiography, The Change Agent: How a Former College QB Sentenced to Life in Prison Transformed His World, vividly tells how he transformed the pot of boiling water that is a Texas maximum-security prison into a pot of coffee. During their conversation, Damon talks about the experiences that changed his life. At 20 years old, he was a Division 1 starting quarterback at the University of North Texas, when he suffered a career ending injury. He turned to hard core drugs to cope with disappointments of life. After graduation, he worked in the United States Congress, was a national fundraiser on a U.S. Presidential campaign and eventually trained to be a stock-broker for United Bank of Switzerland (UBS). One day at UBS, he was introduced to methamphetamines; he became instantly hooked—and the lives of so many innocent people would forever be changed by the choices he made in order to feed his insatiable meth habit. After a fateful discussion during his incarceration with a seasoned convict, Damon had a spiritual awakening. He learned that, like a coffee bean changing with the application of heat and pressure, he was capable of changing the environment around him. Armed with a program of recovery, a renewed faith, and a miraculous second chance at life, Damon emerged from over seven years of prison a changed man. His story of redemption, grit and determination continues to inspire audiences today.

It's wonderful to have guests on my Back to Life Podcast and hear of their struggles and how they overcame and moved beyond them. Their stories inspire us all to be sure we're focused on creating fulfillment and resilience in their lives. Today's guest, our oldest son, Luke, does just this. As Pride Month comes to a close, you'll hear Luke talk about coming out as a gay man in his early 20's and the insight and wisdom gained from this...and how I'm thankful for the growth he provided me through this process. We also discuss the technology available us today, and what Luke believes supports us in getting the most out of this wonderful journey called life. This is a favorite episode of mine for sure…take a listen

During this episode, Danny talks with Chris Felton, an Amazon bestselling author, 7-figure entrepreneur, and owner of a financial services firm which he started in 1999. Chris leads and trains 200 agents across the US as they have helped over 17,000 clients, and he's achieved Top 1% status in a company of 60,000+ agents. During their conversation, Chris shares how some of the darkest, most challenging moments of his life provided him with clarity and vision to build the career and life he has today.

For this episode of Back to Life, Danny talks with actor, producer, writer, and musician Adam Ratcliffe. Adam was born in the Philadelphia area, and was raised by a stellar singer mother whose parents were involved in show business in the 1940's. He had a grandfather who had appeared in several off-Broadway shows and instilled a passion for singing in his youngest grandson. Adam received his SAG card in 2005 while performing as Jimmy the tow truck driver who discovers a bomb on Law and Order "Criminal Intent." He has been working steadily on prime time network shows mostly in New York City ever since. His biggest role to date is Ethan Rengepis in David Vincent Bob's biopic "Right before your eyes" for which he was nominated for best actor in the renowned International Independent Christian film & music festival in Orlando Florida in May of 2019. During the conversation, Adam shares his journey to acting - the successes, the setbacks, and what motivates him to tell stories. He also shares a deeply personal story of loss and resilience. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode.

During this episode of the Back to Life podcast, Danny sits down to talk with David Greenwalt. David has been a personal fitness trainer since 1983, and in 1999 he founded Leanness Lifestyle University (LLU), an evidence-based, lifestyle-education platform that provides students with innovative tools to track, report, and score the behaviors optimal for successful weight management. Before starting LLU David was an Illinois State Trooper, spending 10 years as a police officer. During our conversation, David shares his experience in helping thousands and gives us insight into his coaching method and education program, which have been successfully used by hospitals, police departments, fire departments, medical clinics, and educational institutions all over the United States, as well as every type of individual from every walk of life from over 20 countries. Wherever you are in your health and wellness journey, you're going to want to listen to this episode.

A single moment in time can change a person's life. It's what you decide to do with that moment that determines your path. My guest on this week's Back to Life podcast is known for guiding people to living a life of significance, rather than just a life of success. Clint Pulver is an Emmy Award-winning, motivational keynote speaker, author, workforce expert...and an amazing drummer. He's also fun, dynamic, entertaining – and the no-stress speaker clients love to work with. Known as the Leading Authority on Employee Retention, Clint helps organizations retain, engage, and inspire their team members from the front desk to the board rooms and everyone in between. He expertly helps audiences navigate generational complexities, communication challenges, leadership missteps, and cultural cues. During our conversation, we talk about his journey, how resilience has played a role in his life, and how he helps teams navigate generational complexities, leadership missteps, and cultural cues. You won't want to miss this inspiring episode.  

During this episode, Danny spoke to Gabriel Deieno, a specialist in mental training. He graduated in psychology in the US and fell in love with the mental performance field when he started searching for ways to become a better football (soccer) player. ​ In 2017, he started sharing his knowledge and dedicating his life to teaching athletes how to be more confident, disciplined, focused, and motivated to unleash their full potential on and off the field. ​Throughout years of his research about how the greatest athletes' minds work, using neuroscience and psychology, Gabriel gathered tools and developed a scientific method to help athletes become more successful in their objectives which can be applied to your professional and personal life.  You won't want to miss this episode.  Learn more about Gabriel and the Athlete Mentality here: https://www.athletementality.com/  

During this conversation, Danny sat down to talk with Darlene "Coach Dar" Santore. As a Board Certified Occupational Therapist, CEO & Founder of Performance Meets Purpose Consulting, author, and keynote speaker, Coach Dar is passionate about helping people break through adversity to achieve greatness.  During the conversation, they discuss her new book The Art of Bouncing Back, how resilience has played a critical role in Coach Dar's professional and personal life, and what drives her to help others succeed and thrive.  You won't want to miss this inspiring episode. 

Excited to kick off Season 3 of the Back to Life Podcast with my first guest, Damian Jackson. Damian entered the Navy after high school where he excelled and had a career as a Navy SEAL (thanks for your service, Damian). After two deployments, Damian completed his career as a Navy SEAL and, although he never played football, he set his focus on playing college football and getting his degree. Damian wrote to the top 25 Division 1 college football programs and ended up as a member of the Nebraska Cornhuskers. You have to listen to how he overcame a setback there. He played his final season at the University of Buffalo. He's 30 years old and now has his focus on playing in the NFL. Will he make it? Take a listen and decide for yourself. During our conversation, we talk about staying focused on "doing the work" instead of the outcome, how Damian thinks about 'fear', and a few other simple and powerful insights.

For this episode, Danny sat down to talk with actress Stephanie Szostak.  She left France after high school to study business and play varsity golf at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. Upon graduating college, Szostak landed a job in marketing at Chanel in New York and was eventually asked to model for one of their in-house brochures. It was at that moment that she decided to take a leap of faith and start a modeling career at 26-years-old. Three years later, Szostak took her first acting class in New York City and knew that she had finally found her passion. Soon after, she landed a role opposite Meryl Streep in the iconic film, "The Devil Wears Prada." During their conversation, Stephanie describes her process of setting a vision, her journey to becoming an actress, and shares how rejection and self-talk impacted her life and career. 

Babita Spinelli is the CEO of Babita Spinelli Group and Opening the Doors Psychotherapy, where she provides an empowering space for clients to explore what holds them back while challenging them to make positive and healthy changes to transform their lives. During the episode, Babita shares stories about her own struggles and triumphs. She and Danny discuss strategies for taking action and transforming as leaders in your professional lives and in your personal lives as well.  [Go to magicmind.co/14daysofmagic → where you can find more info on the campaign. Don't forget to use my discount code at checkout BTL14 to get 20% off your first Magic Mind subscription and 40% off if you use the discount code for a subscription instead of a one time purchase] 

During this episode, Danny sat down to talk with his friend Dr. Robert Butera. Bob is the founder of The YogaLife Institute. His Classical Yoga roots are from direct study at The Yoga Institute of Mumbai. He holds a Masters in Divinity from the Earlham School of Religion and a Ph.D. in Yoga Philosophy & Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies. Bob has over 25 years of continuous teaching experience and is the author of 7 books, The Classical Yoga Study Guide, The Pure Heart of Yoga, Meditation for Your Life, Yoga Therapy for Stress and Anxiety, Body Mindful Yoga and The Yoga Life: Applying Comprehensive Yoga Therapy to All Areas of Your Life. During their conversation, Danny and Bob discuss strategies for managing overwhelming thoughts, taking time to be still, reflecting on ones self, and more.  To join Danny and Bob on The Spirit of Your Inner Leader retreat at the Toji Nature Center, Esterillos, Costa Rica February 2-7, 2023, register here: https://www.yogalifeinstitute.com/costaricaretreatfebruary2023/ [Go to magicmind.co/14daysofmagic → where you can find more info on the campaign. Don't forget to use my discount code at checkout BTL14 to get 20% off your first Magic Mind subscription and 40% off if you use the discount code for a subscription instead of a one time purchase] 

You know Nashville singer-songwriter Morgan Myles as an artist from the current season of The Voice. Get to know the person behind the music and learn about her story on this episode of Back to Life.  During our conversation, Myles shares some of the inspiration behind her original songs, which display themes of strength, perseverance and empowerment. She opens up about many of the hardships she endured and her journey to emotionally and mentally overcome them and her goal of creating music that connects people and helps them heal. Her debut album Therapy is out now. Don't miss this important, inspirational episode. 

During this episode, Danny sat down with his friend and New York Times bestselling author Rory Vaden. Rory's valuable insights have been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, CNN, Entrepreneur, Inc, on Fox News national television and in several other major media outlets. Rory is a world-renowned speaker and the Co-Founder of Brand Builders Group where he teaches people how to grow their influence and build and monetize their personal brand. During the episode, Rory talks about what he calls "mission-driven messengers" and how we can all show up in the world to get our message of goodness out there. 

How a brush with death inspired one man to take a serious look as his life. Welcome to another episode of Back to Life: Stories of Resilience. I am excited to introduce my podcast guest, Dr. Justin Moseley. Dr. Moseley is known as the “Mindset Doctor”,  and is a former chiropractor, turned international speaker and coach. He and his wife co-founded one of the largest natural health clinics in Tennessee.  In this episode, you will hear Dr. Moseley talk about: Surviving a near death accident The power of your mindset Leading with resilience  His recent TEDx talk Dr. Moseley has some incredibly insightful things to share with our listeners. You're going to want to take some notes and then share this episode with friends and family. Get ready to be inspired! 

If you've ever found yourself in a place of serious struggle, then this Back to Life podcast episode is one you should listen to ! My guest, Pat Chambers, is the head men's basketball coach for Florida Gulf Coast University. You might know Pat from his years coaching at Villanova, Boston University and then Penn State where he was at for almost 10 years.  At the end of his time at Penn State, Pat decided to resign amidst potential career-ending controversy. In this episode, Pat talks about his journey where he went into what he calls a “dark place”.  You will hear Pat share ideas on:  How to move through challenges The importance of your Faith and family in your life…and staying connected The power of a strong morning routine His five “pillars of leadership” (all you leaders will love this) After listening, you're 100% going to take a few things away and start experimenting with them on your own journey through life. So whether you're listening on your commute, your workout or a break at work, you are going to enjoy hearing from Pat Chambers. 

Welcome to the Back to Life Podcast! I'm excited to introduce today's guest: Kathryn Gordon…wife, mother, entrepreneur, movie producer, and co-author of a book, Relationship Grit, with her husband, John Gordon. In this episode Kathryn and I will discuss: her backstory, including infidelity in her marriage and how she overcame that setback the acronym G.R.I.T., and how to implement it in our marriages and relationships the vital nature of forgiveness And why our “relationships are the lifeline of it all” Kathryn's wonderful insight applies to marriage AND she offers powerful principles you can apply in all your relationships. So take a listen, take some notes, and share this episode with someone you think might need to hear how to have G.R.I.T. in their relationships. 

What would you do if you heard a voice telling you to “Slow down” as you approached a green traffic light in the early morning hours?  Well in this episode you'll listen to what my new friend, Australian filmmaker, Bill Bennett did . Bill is a wonderful filmmaker, producer, and author. Bill's encounter led him on a quest to make sense of a mysterious voice that saved his life–to explain what this voice was, and where it came from. It was on this quest that he met some of the world's leading experts in science, religion, and spirituality and was forever changed. In this episode, Bill talks about the film he created from his experience and how we can access our internal intuition. Bill's story is one you'll want to hear and share with others–so listen in and enjoy meeting Bill Bennett.

“I'm so tired.” Sound familiar? Fatigue seems to plague so many of us today in our overstimulated culture. Today's guest, MJ Gordon, is someone who has dealt with a chronic fatigue diagnosis and has a lot of insightful things to say about it!  In this episode, you'll hear a little about her childhood and how growing up in an abusive home and being forced to move out on her own at the age of 12 was the beginning of mental and physical exhaustion that led to being medically diagnosed with adrenal fatigue and eventually chronic fatigue. She talks about what shifted inside of her mentally to move away from the constant burn out lifestyle she created and what steps it took to heal her body from the inside out.  Throughout our conversation, MJ offers up practical advice on how to combat fatigue and you will be inspired to take a look at your own life and begin to identify areas where you need to make a shift.  So listen in and then share this episode with someone you know who may be struggling with exhaustion and burnout.

Welcome to today's episode of the Back to Life podcast. Today's guest is someone I know you're going to gain a lot of wisdom from. Her name is Dr. Shahana Alibhai and she is a professional speaker, family, physician, and mental health expert. A little background on Dr. Shahana; she's a lead physician at one of British Columbia's largest youth health centers. With a professional history in cognitive behavioral therapy, much of her career has been focused on those struggling with their mental health. Her insights are highly sought after and her TED talk, Emotional Literacy for Better Mental Health, has received rave reviews. In today's episode you'll hear Dr. Shahana talk about:  Giving yourself permission to pause Her N²S² model The Optimal Health Pyramid  So listen in to this conversation centered around mental health and be sure to share this episode with someone in your life who may need some support.

Let me introduce you to today's guest: Tia Graham. Tia is the author of a book called Be a Happy Leader, a recent release and Amazon bestseller. She is an international keynote speaker, best-selling author and leadership trainer on positive psychology, positive work cultures, and business growth. She has worked with dozens of global companies such as Hilton Hotels, Hewlett Packard, and The American Heart Association. With multiple certifications in neuroscience, positive psychology, coaching, and employee retention, and over 14 years of leadership experience, Tia is widely regarded by business leaders in her field. In today's episode you will hear: What led Tia to her passion for happiness…and happy leaders Tia's eight-step methodology to being a happy leader (and remember, we're all leaders) Tia's answer to the question HOW…How do you make the choice to be happy? This episode is packed full of wisdom so be sure to take notes and identify some things you'll begin applying in your own life… so jump in and give a listen to my conversation with Tia. 

My guest today is Martha Boston, a woman of wonderful insight whose journey has led her from practicing law to leading transformational excursions for people on a sailboat in the Caribbean and now at business and personal growth retreats. Listen as Martha: Talks about why “heart” is at the core of our approach to leading ourselves and others How “heart” is at the foundation of developing a bold vision and turning your vision into reality Tells the story of a woman had a life-changing breakthrough when given the simple task of steering the sailboat toward a small island in the distance Martha has supported thousands of people to grow in their levels of authenticity, joy, love and effectiveness in their lives–at work, and beyond.

I'm very excited for our guest today. His name is Brian Anderson and he has done two tours of duty in Iraq with the army and while on a routine assignment in October of 2005, Brian was driving a Humvee and went over an explosive device. The explosion was so devastating that he was literally blown up, losing both his legs and one arm. He is an inspiring individual with some great principles that we should all put into practice.   And while we all have challenges, I can say with certainty, Brian's is probably one of the most challenging that I've ever heard of. You do not want to miss this episode!  

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 11 of our Back to Life Podcast. Our guest today is Bob Conlin. I met Bob through an event we did together and once we got to talking, I immediately was drawn to his overcomer spirit. He is going to share his very powerful story of addiction that he battled from early teenage years all the way through becoming a clinical care nurse.  You will want to hear how he hit rock bottom and then moved through that time in his life and how he came back to life and found new happiness and fulfillment.  You will see how Bob learned to: Identify the difference between knowing and awareness  Tap into that awareness And also, the importance of asking for help So listen up, enjoy, reflect, take some things away for yourself as you listen into this conversation with our guest, Bob Conlin.

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 10 of our Back to Life: Finding Fulfillment Podcast. I'm very excited to spend some time telling you about my upcoming book, Taking the Sh*t Out of the Show. I spent the better half of 2021 writing this book and it launches on October 21st. Taking the Sh*t Out of the Show was birthed from real life stories and situations about people, from all ages and all walks of life, who found themselves in a difficult transition and not knowing how best to move through it. 

39% of Americans have reported they are more anxious today than this time last year and my guest today has a really good strategy for how we can address this. I'm so excited to introduce you to my guest, Shannon Paterson.   Shannon is a three-time Ironman world champion triathlete certified professional trainer and multi-sport coach. She is also a mentor, author, a motivational speaker, and has 25 years of experience in health and the fitness center.  What I love most about our conversation and what drew me to her story is that Shannon has survived two near-death experiences! She shares that story with us and I think you're really going to enjoy hearing her perspective on it.   So let's listen in and if you like this, be sure to go ahead, post a comment, share it like it, put it out through your site and social media so others can benefit from our conversation.

Did you know that 46% of men over 40 years old are overweight? That's almost half!  Welcome to Season 2, Episode 8 of Finding Fulfillment After 50. Today's guest is Dr. Anthony Balduzzi, founder of the Fit Father and Fit Mother Project. His whole mission is to help men and women over 40 prepare for life “over the hill” by becoming healthier and stronger as they age. Dr. Anthony's personal story will move you when you hear him talk about the loss of his own father at 42 years of age.  You will hear Dr. Anthony educate us on the importance of understanding your deep, “WHY?” and the difference between motivation and inspiration.  He also leaves us with two highly motivating and practical tips. You're going to want to hear these from him so that you can start right now to move towards losing weight and becoming healthier. Life's too precious for us not to pay attention and to focus on our health. So I hope you enjoy the episode with Dr. Anthony Balduzzi and turn his takeaways into life-changing habits that will lead to a more fulfilled life. 

Welcome to another episode of our Back to Life Podcast: Finding Fulfillment After 50. If you're like me, you've probably said to yourself more than once, “ I wish I could just find my purpose”. Well, if you're interested in your purpose, you should make the time to listen to this podcast!   I was introduced to Laurie Saitz by a friend of mine and when we first connected for just a brief call, I thought, “Oh my gosh, I've got to get her on the podcast!”  In this episode: We dig right away into the big question of purpose that sometimes feels overwhelming and daunting. Answering the questions of work-life balance, is it achievable? How to turn “I'm fine” into “I'm fantastic” Her trilogy for success, three things that are vital for us as we move through transitions in our life and live more into our purpose and more into things that bring us joy. I think you are really going to enjoy this episode as we put legs to the idea of life's purpose. Listen in and let me know what your thoughts are by leaving a comment or a review.

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 6 of our Back to Life: Finding Fulfillment After 50 Podcast. I'm very excited for you to meet our guest today, Coach Geno Auriemma! Coach Geno Auriemma has been the head basketball coach for the women's program at the University of Connecticut for over 30 years.  His achievements include: The highest winning percentage among NCAA basketball coaches at 88.5%.  11 NCAA Division I National Championships, the most in women's college basketball history 8 national Naismith College Coach of the Year awards 2 gold medals at the Olympics In this episode, Coach Auriemma shares insights on: What he tells his players before championship games How he teachings people to expect success  Why it's more important to focus on the process than the outcome And, why at 67 he is still coaching! I know you are really going to enjoy the conversation with Coach Auriemma because of his wonderful experience, insight, heart & candor. Our discussion weaves through basketball, life and creating fulfillment. You are going to want to listen in and enjoy Coach Geno Auriemma.   

Thanks for tuning into the Back to Life: Finding Fulfillment After 50 Podcast. Today, I am honored to talk with Grammy Nominee, John Ondrasik, who is known by his stage name Five for Fighting, is an American singer-songwriter, pianist, record producer, and philanthropist.  In this episode, John and I discuss what the past 16 months have been like for him. He shares his internal struggles during Covid, and how turning his attention to his family business has grown and stretched him in ways he has never experienced before. John shares his personal ways of staying centered and how he finds fulfillment as a creative at 57. Listeners will also get to hear what he's been up to in Hollywood during the pandemic and what's on the horizon for him. It was fun and insightful getting to hear from the legendary musician. You don't want to miss it.

Welcome to the Back to Life: Finding Fulfillment after 50 Podcast. Today, I’m onsite in Pottsville, Pennsylvania at the  D.G. Yuengling & Son Brewery where I’m talking with current owner, Dick Yuengling, about building a beer empire and how he still finds fulfillment in the day-to-day operation of the business after over 36 years of ownership, and at the age of 78! Dick talks about the difficult year of COVID and how he and his people faced the uncertainty.  Dick, the fifth-generation owner of D.G. Yuengling & Son, turned his family's struggling brewery into one of America's largest beer makers. When he bought out his father in 1985, the company was producing 137,000 barrels per year; now it pumps out nearly 3 million barrels annually; leading to Dick being featured on the Forbes 400 richest list. He still works 8-10 hours a day in his Wrangler jeans…always making sure to get his nap in the middle of day!  You’ll hear him talk about how success has helped define his fulfillment and how he finds great happiness in mentoring his four daughters to become the 6th generation to lead Yuengling past its 200th birthday. It was such a privilege to interview this legend of a man, you don’t want to miss this episode. 

In this episode, Dr. Wieland discusses what she calls her “Core 4” of performance she’s developed through her sports training and shares her personal experience of how the strong mindset she developed through her athletic career propelled her forward after she was sexually assaulted. You’ll hear Dr. Andrea talk about how we can practice using feeling, and visualization to support being us in getting to the other side of whatever chaos and challenge is being experienced...really insightful and powerful information. You don’t want to miss her story and her takeaways from her 50+ years of a performance-driven, and resilient life.

Danny Bader reflects on past Back To Life episodes and allows his audience's demographic (over 50) to influence he and his team to refine the show’s focus to do just this….creating and maintaining fulfillment for all the days of our lives.

As grim as it may sound, passing and death are things that one needs to prepare for in life. This doesn’t only talk about wills, managing inheritance, and such. To prepare for such a thing is to be comfortable with life in every aspect, including the possibility of dying. With that opened sense, one begins to truly live life and not just live life through until the last breath. In this episode, Jacqui Clark explains the most overlooked fundamental need of financially and legally preparing for death and how this affects not only the person going but also the many close relations surrounding the individual. As a certified Senior Advisor assisting families through assisted living and memory care communities, Jacqui talks to us about the practices of aging well and what one can do in life to live it more valuably and well, aside from just enduring and existing in the years.   Join Jacqui in this rich and filling episode and hear more insights that help us find our way to a more graceful and wise journey through getting old, either in the face of life or of death.