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Today the wrestler known as Life or Death called in to share his thoughts on fear and dealing with anxiety and depression. Life or Death talks about feeling like the world is difficult and tough and he is wanting to find fulfillment in it where he asks himself who is he going to be? He talks about always looking to make progress and move forward. He also speaks about how important art and theater is for people. His goal is to have constant circuses playing because he loves the creative expression that the circus provides people. Life or Death reminds us to look at even the smallest things in the world and find wonder and a reason to believe in the beauty that the world has to offer in these micro moments.

Today marks the end of my 2020 podcasting journey and I am delighted to have had a chance to connect with my dad as the final podcast in the Calling On You series. This has been an amazing journey where I spoke with a new person every day of the year. The anticipation of my dad closing out 2020 and being the final podcast of the year (podcast #377) was not only special but felt complete since my mom was episode #1 on the very first day of the 2020 year. My dad spoke about inheriting his work ethics and setting goals - something he learned from his father but also the pressure that we put on ourselves and the down side of perfectionism that comes with excessively high expectations. He talks about how his mom taught him to “go for it because what do you have to lose” mindset. We talk about how important love, family, friendships and finding support can be for all of us and to not feel like we need to take on all of life's hardships alone. We talked about how important self exploration and developing self awareness is - to look beyond our fears and try and see what is below the surface because that is why the key to overcoming most of our fears. I tend to think about this like Plato's allegory of the cave where most of our fears are like shadows dancing on a wall and it isn't until we can get out of our caves and explore our fears will we discover that what we thought we where afraid of all along wasn't what we where making them out to be. When we strath ourselves and push beyond the boundaries that we feel limiting us is where the world really gets interesting, vibrant and full of color. We will meet amazing people along the way if we have the courage to invite them in and connect more. I want to wish everyone a happy and healthy 2021.

Today marks the end of my 2020 podcasting journey and I am delighted to have had a chance to connect with my dad as the final podcast in the Calling On You series. This has been an amazing journey where I spoke with a new person every day of the year. The anticipation of my dad closing out 2020 and being the final podcast of the year (podcast #377) was not only special but felt complete since my mom was episode #1 on the very first day of the 2020 year. My dad spoke about inheriting his work ethics and setting goals - something he learned from his father but also the pressure that we put on ourselves and the down side of perfectionism that comes with excessively high expectations. He talks about how his mom taught him to “go for it because what do you have to lose” mindset. We talk about how important love, family, friendships and finding support can be for all of us and to not feel like we need to take on all of life’s hardships alone. We talked about how important self exploration and developing self awareness is - to look beyond our fears and try and see what is below the surface because that is why the key to overcoming most of our fears. I tend to think about this like Plato’s allegory of the cave where most of our fears are like shadows dancing on a wall and it isn’t until we can get out of our caves and explore our fears will we discover that what we thought we where afraid of all along wasn’t what we where making them out to be. When we strath ourselves and push beyond the boundaries that we feel limiting us is where the world really gets interesting, vibrant and full of color. We will meet amazing people along the way if we have the courage to invite them in and connect more. I want to wish everyone a happy and healthy 2021.

Today MiMi called in to share her story about her fear of losing her puppy-and then when it finally came, the pain and grief that she experienced after it happened was unbearable. MiMi takes us through the story of her life and the trauma that she went through while she was young. She talks about being born in a hut and immigrating to America where she lived in a studio in a poor neighborhood- but seemingly rich compared to her village. MiMi talks about moving to New York and being injured at ground zero during the September 11th attack. She talks about burying the trauma & building a company and selling it a decade later due to the PTSD that surfaced. All the abuse, tragedy, & pain made her into a shell of a human... Through help & the love of friends recognizing that an animal can support her recovery- it was Pita, her first puppy dog that taught her about love and compassion and gave her purpose and life again. Mimi talks about losing Pita and the pain and heartache that she is experiencing since her puppies passing. MiMi talks about grief and the process that comes from the pain and sadness. She talks about how it is important to know that you are not alone in the sadness and its ok and necessary to cry. This episode is dedicated to Pita and the love any anima can change you & bring purpose into our lives.

Today MiMi called in to share her story about her fear of losing her puppy-and then when it finally came, the pain and grief that she experienced after it happened was unbearable. MiMi takes us through the story of her life and the trauma that she went through while she was young. She talks about being born in a hut and immigrating to America where she lived in a studio in a poor neighborhood- but seemingly rich compared to her village. MiMi talks about moving to New York and being injured at ground zero during the September 11th attack. She talks about burying the trauma & building a company and selling it a decade later due to the PTSD that surfaced. All the abuse, tragedy, & pain made her into a shell of a human... Through help & the love of friends recognizing that an animal can support her recovery- it was Pita, her first puppy dog that taught her about love and compassion and gave her purpose and life again. Mimi talks about losing Pita and the pain and heartache that she is experiencing since her puppies passing. MiMi talks about grief and the process that comes from the pain and sadness. She talks about how it is important to know that you are not alone in the sadness and its ok and necessary to cry. This episode is dedicated to Pita and the love any anima can change you & bring purpose into our lives.

Today Jeremy called in to share his story of documenting and reporting on what is happening in America today in regards to the “Left vs Right” political narratives on his website Public Report. I have been talking with Jeremy and watching his work as he traveled around the United States doing the hard beat reporting that not many journalists do any more. Jeremy has been interviewing members from the Anarchist Movement to the leaders of the Proud Boys to embedding himself in the Antifa black block protesters rallies so that he could better understand and try and make sense for what is happening on America's streets. What Jeremy has been uncovering has not been widely embraced by the mainstream media because it seems like there is an agenda and narrative that is the hard truth that Jeremy is shining a spot light on. However his reporting has cost him long time friendships and online harassment. Jeremy is the most knowelgeble person I know in reporting on what is happening in America today - the stuff that most of us read about in the traditional media - Jeremy is really reporting on the hard truths and asking the hard questions. The topics that he covers can be overwhelming and do take time to unpack - if you want to learn more about the political underbelly of what is happening in America right now I recommend checking out the work Jeremy is doing. He is of the highest integrity and thoughtfulness - make sure to check out Public Report here: https://www.publicreport.org

Today Jeremy called in to share his story of documenting and reporting on what is happening in America today in regards to the “Left vs Right” political narratives on his website Public Report. I have been talking with Jeremy and watching his work as he traveled around the United States doing the hard beat reporting that not many journalists do any more. Jeremy has been interviewing members from the Anarchist Movement to the leaders of the Proud Boys to embedding himself in the Antifa black block protesters rallies so that he could better understand and try and make sense for what is happening on America’s streets. What Jeremy has been uncovering has not been widely embraced by the mainstream media because it seems like there is an agenda and narrative that is the hard truth that Jeremy is shining a spot light on. However his reporting has cost him long time friendships and online harassment. Jeremy is the most knowelgeble person I know in reporting on what is happening in America today - the stuff that most of us read about in the traditional media - Jeremy is really reporting on the hard truths and asking the hard questions. The topics that he covers can be overwhelming and do take time to unpack - if you want to learn more about the political underbelly of what is happening in America right now I recommend checking out the work Jeremy is doing. He is of the highest integrity and thoughtfulness - make sure to check out Public Report here: https://www.publicreport.org

Today Jenny called in to share her experience with fear, work and taking risks. Jenny is young, 18 but she is super ambitious. She was very concerned about finding a job since she is young and didn't have the resume and qualifications that other people applying might have. Yet Jenny didn't let the doubts deter her from applying to hundreds of jobs. She finally landed a job and learned as much as she could. Then an opportunity presented itself where Jenny could get another role in the company, a very senior roll because someone was leaving. Jenny talks about when opportunity knocks to be ready and take your shot. The worst that can happen is getting told no and that it's worse to never have known if you would have been able to have the opportunity if you don't at least try. Jenny talks about goal setting, taking risks, working hard and being willing to go the extra mile to learn. Check out TeammateMe, the company that Jenny leads the marketing for here: http://TeammateMe.com

Today Jenny called in to share her experience with fear, work and taking risks. Jenny is young, 18 but she is super ambitious. She was very concerned about finding a job since she is young and didn’t have the resume and qualifications that other people applying might have. Yet Jenny didn’t let the doubts deter her from applying to hundreds of jobs. She finally landed a job and learned as much as she could. Then an opportunity presented itself where Jenny could get another role in the company, a very senior roll because someone was leaving. Jenny talks about when opportunity knocks to be ready and take your shot. The worst that can happen is getting told no and that it’s worse to never have known if you would have been able to have the opportunity if you don’t at least try. Jenny talks about goal setting, taking risks, working hard and being willing to go the extra mile to learn. Check out TeammateMe, the company that Jenny leads the marketing for here: http://TeammateMe.com

Today Brian called in to share his story about finding out at age 17 that he carried the traits for Huntington's Disease. Now that Brian is turning 27 soon he has been thinking more about what this disease means for his future and his time here on earth. Brian talks to us about being adopted and the impact that it had on him, he shared his perspective on what family means to him, his dreams and aspirations for the future and his amazing poetry. Brian talks about his love for sports and hockey, his thoughts on love, how we should treat each other and taking the time to be there for the people in our lives. Brian has a powerful story and message. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_l84wrk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/onlyicanbstew YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoJEB0FSFzTe_Or9AZ1RbhQ Amazon: www.amazon.com/World-Were-1-Brian-Stewart/dp/147929599X TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJGS3x6D/

Today Brian called in to share his story about finding out at age 17 that he carried the traits for Huntington's Disease. Now that Brian is turning 27 soon he has been thinking more about what this disease means for his future and his time here on earth. Brian talks to us about being adopted and the impact that it had on him, he shared his perspective on what family means to him, his dreams and aspirations for the future and his amazing poetry. Brian talks about his love for sports and hockey, his thoughts on love, how we should treat each other and taking the time to be there for the people in our lives. Brian has a powerful story and message. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_l84wrk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/onlyicanbstew YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoJEB0FSFzTe_Or9AZ1RbhQ Amazon: www.amazon.com/World-Were-1-Brian-Stewart/dp/147929599X TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJGS3x6D/

Today Dauna called in to share her fear of love, loss and thoughts about a grieving heart. Dauna’s husband warned her before they got married that he was terminally sick and that the doctor had warned him that he didn’t have much time to live. This did not deter Dauna nor her love and there was always a little part of her that thought maybe, just maybe the doctor might be wrong. For 16 years they went in and out of the hospital for countless treatments. Dauna talks about being a writer and channeling and processing her emotions and feelings through her characters. She talks about eventually losing her husband this year and the grief and sadness that comes with loss. Dauna talks about having amazing friends and despite Coronavirus making it difficult for people to connect with support systems that they might need, she reminds us how important it is to reach out to each other in times of need. Dauna talks about making a conscious choice about framing situations in a positive light and to remember there are many ways to see an event that takes place. She shares how important it is to find things to do and to find hope and beauty in the world around us. Dauna reads to us from two of her books My Daze with the Dark Muze and her upcoming book release Love is Worth Waiting For - check them out here: https://www.dmneedom.com

Today Dauna called in to share her fear of love, loss and thoughts about a grieving heart. Dauna's husband warned her before they got married that he was terminally sick and that the doctor had warned him that he didn't have much time to live. This did not deter Dauna nor her love and there was always a little part of her that thought maybe, just maybe the doctor might be wrong. For 16 years they went in and out of the hospital for countless treatments. Dauna talks about being a writer and channeling and processing her emotions and feelings through her characters. She talks about eventually losing her husband this year and the grief and sadness that comes with loss. Dauna talks about having amazing friends and despite Coronavirus making it difficult for people to connect with support systems that they might need, she reminds us how important it is to reach out to each other in times of need. Dauna talks about making a conscious choice about framing situations in a positive light and to remember there are many ways to see an event that takes place. She shares how important it is to find things to do and to find hope and beauty in the world around us. Dauna reads to us from two of her books My Daze with the Dark Muze and her upcoming book release Love is Worth Waiting For - check them out here: https://www.dmneedom.com

Today Ben called in to share his story about fear and finding the courage to get outside his comfort zone and go for the things that he desires in life. Ben talks about growing up completely shy and identifying as an introvert. He was nervous speaking in front of people and his voice would become a murmur - mouse soft. Ben talks about having goals that inspired him to get into acting and film making - at his core he was a creative that wanted an outlet to express himself. One day he went to an audition and even though he was nervous he did it anyways. All of a sudden he was on a nationally syndicated commercial. Ben talks about how important it is to push through our fears in order to grow and expand our worlds to give us more opportunities to work with incredible people who we would never have the opportunities to meet if we don’t put our selves out there on the line. Check out Ben’s artist collective - The Under Popular where creatives can meet and work with each other: instagram.com/theunderpopular Twitter.com/theunderpopular

Today Ben called in to share his story about fear and finding the courage to get outside his comfort zone and go for the things that he desires in life. Ben talks about growing up completely shy and identifying as an introvert. He was nervous speaking in front of people and his voice would become a murmur - mouse soft. Ben talks about having goals that inspired him to get into acting and film making - at his core he was a creative that wanted an outlet to express himself. One day he went to an audition and even though he was nervous he did it anyways. All of a sudden he was on a nationally syndicated commercial. Ben talks about how important it is to push through our fears in order to grow and expand our worlds to give us more opportunities to work with incredible people who we would never have the opportunities to meet if we don't put our selves out there on the line. Check out Ben's artist collective - The Under Popular where creatives can meet and work with each other: instagram.com/theunderpopular Twitter.com/theunderpopular

Today David called in to share his journey that spanned from leaving college to start his career in the advertising industry to then starting his own boutique agency and then into retirement and writing books to help out people that he found himself providing the same advice to answer the same questions over and over again. David’s initial fear was based around the “Am i good enough” and “can I make it” mindset when he was first starting out in advertising. He quickly realized that if he asked questions and worked hard he would be able to excel at anything that he put his mind into. David talks about building solid foundations before we start shooting for the castles in the sky - our biggest dreams. It’s important to have lofty goals but David suggests its smart to work for other people and spend time learning the ropes to get a solid understanding of the industry before setting out to try and do it on your own. Check out Enterprise Digital Marketing Solutions here: www.dms.blue

Today David called in to share his journey that spanned from leaving college to start his career in the advertising industry to then starting his own boutique agency and then into retirement and writing books to help out people that he found himself providing the same advice to answer the same questions over and over again. David's initial fear was based around the “Am i good enough” and “can I make it” mindset when he was first starting out in advertising. He quickly realized that if he asked questions and worked hard he would be able to excel at anything that he put his mind into. David talks about building solid foundations before we start shooting for the castles in the sky - our biggest dreams. It's important to have lofty goals but David suggests its smart to work for other people and spend time learning the ropes to get a solid understanding of the industry before setting out to try and do it on your own. Check out Enterprise Digital Marketing Solutions here: www.dms.blue

Today Michael called in to share his story about fear and his mission to help other childhood trauma victims live a better and more fulfilling life. Michael shares his amazing journey starting from when he was a child dealing with poverty and living on the streets to having abusive parents and a racist grandmother. Michael went from hustling on the streets to eventually getting a high paying corporate job in sales that exposed him to the other side of life extremities. His life, whichever way he turned was being lived recklessly and causing himself and the people around him unhealthy conditions. Michael talks about how it wasn’t until he began to search inwards for the keys to happiness that he began to heal the wounds of his childhood trauma and reevaluate what was most important to him in life. I had an amazing time listening and learning from Michael. Make sure to check out his website, book and podcast here: https://www.thinkunbroken.com Linktree: https://www.linktr.ee/michaelunbroken

Today Michael called in to share his story about fear and his mission to help other childhood trauma victims live a better and more fulfilling life. Michael shares his amazing journey starting from when he was a child dealing with poverty and living on the streets to having abusive parents and a racist grandmother. Michael went from hustling on the streets to eventually getting a high paying corporate job in sales that exposed him to the other side of life extremities. His life, whichever way he turned was being lived recklessly and causing himself and the people around him unhealthy conditions. Michael talks about how it wasn't until he began to search inwards for the keys to happiness that he began to heal the wounds of his childhood trauma and reevaluate what was most important to him in life. I had an amazing time listening and learning from Michael. Make sure to check out his website, book and podcast here: https://www.thinkunbroken.com Linktree: https://www.linktr.ee/michaelunbroken

Today Braeden called in to share his story of fear and challenging his own ego. Braeden talks about being cut from Hockey teams at a young age and he suspects that was a formative event. He was extremely combative and had dreams of playing pro hockey. At that point he decided he would excel at everything, form school to sports to relationships but the kink in the armor was that he felt like he always had to be perfect and make everyone else think that he was perfect as well. Braeden talks us on a story about undoing the persona that he built around himself and what he learned in the process. Perfectionism is a serious issue that hampers so many peoples ability to live their best lives. Braeden talks about how freeing it was once he learned how to stop caring so much about what other people thought about him and how he was able to live more authentically once he opened up to being with other people in his life. Check out Braeden’s website and podcast here: https://learniiperform.com

Today Braeden called in to share his story of fear and challenging his own ego. Braeden talks about being cut from Hockey teams at a young age and he suspects that was a formative event. He was extremely combative and had dreams of playing pro hockey. At that point he decided he would excel at everything, form school to sports to relationships but the kink in the armor was that he felt like he always had to be perfect and make everyone else think that he was perfect as well. Braeden talks us on a story about undoing the persona that he built around himself and what he learned in the process. Perfectionism is a serious issue that hampers so many peoples ability to live their best lives. Braeden talks about how freeing it was once he learned how to stop caring so much about what other people thought about him and how he was able to live more authentically once he opened up to being with other people in his life. Check out Braeden's website and podcast here: https://learniiperform.com

Today Burnie called in to share his story of fear and reinvention of the self. When Coronavirus swept through the world and upended life as everyone knew it, 2020 very quickly became the year that on one hand was devastating, challenging and for many heartbreaking; but Burnie had an epiphany, he was going to turn 2020 on it’s head and re-invent himself. He looked at the year as an opportunity. He might be taking a financial hit but it was all of a sudden clear that this was a moment in time that is an opportunity to do whatever he wanted to do, squash any fear that he might have had in the past and answer his calling. Burnie talks about creating more music and living life through a new lens. Every moment was like this but it took a challenging event for him to see that he always had all the potential within to do what he wanted. He built out a new music studio in his home and connected with his music in a new way. Check out Burnie’s website here: http://www.transclassical.com

Today Burnie called in to share his story of fear and reinvention of the self. When Coronavirus swept through the world and upended life as everyone knew it, 2020 very quickly became the year that on one hand was devastating, challenging and for many heartbreaking; but Burnie had an epiphany, he was going to turn 2020 on it's head and re-invent himself. He looked at the year as an opportunity. He might be taking a financial hit but it was all of a sudden clear that this was a moment in time that is an opportunity to do whatever he wanted to do, squash any fear that he might have had in the past and answer his calling. Burnie talks about creating more music and living life through a new lens. Every moment was like this but it took a challenging event for him to see that he always had all the potential within to do what he wanted. He built out a new music studio in his home and connected with his music in a new way. Check out Burnie's website here: http://www.transclassical.com

Today Burnie called in to share his story of fear and reinvention of the self. When Coronavirus swept through the world and upended life as everyone knew it, 2020 very quickly became the year that on one hand was devastating, challenging and for many heartbreaking; but Burnie had an epiphany, he was going to turn 2020 on it’s head and re-invent himself. He looked at the year as an opportunity. He might be taking a financial hit but it was all of a sudden clear that this was a moment in time that is an opportunity to do whatever he wanted to do, squash any fear that he might have had in the past and answer his calling. Burnie talks about creating more music and living life through a new lens. Every moment was like this but it took a challenging event for him to see that he always had all the potential within to do what he wanted. He built out a new music studio in his home and connected with his music in a new way. Check out Burnie’s website here: http://www.transclassical.com

Today Burnie called in to share his story of fear and reinvention of the self. When Coronavirus swept through the world and upended life as everyone knew it, 2020 very quickly became the year that on one hand was devastating, challenging and for many heartbreaking; but Burnie had an epiphany, he was going to turn 2020 on it's head and re-invent himself. He looked at the year as an opportunity. He might be taking a financial hit but it was all of a sudden clear that this was a moment in time that is an opportunity to do whatever he wanted to do, squash any fear that he might have had in the past and answer his calling. Burnie talks about creating more music and living life through a new lens. Every moment was like this but it took a challenging event for him to see that he always had all the potential within to do what he wanted. He built out a new music studio in his home and connected with his music in a new way. Check out Burnie's website here: http://www.transclassical.com

Today Rick called in to share his story about fear and following through with your ambitions, goals and dreams. Rick had a very successful corporate career but one thing that he always wanted to do in life was write and publish a book. He received early feedback from his professors that his ideas where good but he wasn’t clear enough in expressing them in writing. This lead him to doubt himself and defer this goal of becoming an author. Rick talks about reading a guide on how to publish a book in 90 days and in that moment it crystallized for himself that he was going to do it. He told his family and friends and at that point he was committed. Rick shares so many valuable thoughts on setting your purpose statement and using it as a guiding compass to help steer you in the direction that aligns the outer world with your inner truths. Rick talks about creating a deliberate practice, seeking continuous improvement in life, being open to feedback and criticism and how we can all achieve our best selves if we choose to embrace the confidence to face our fears. Check out Rick’s new book Live Your Purpose: https://ci4life.org and his podcast here: https://ci4life.podbean.com

Today Rick called in to share his story about fear and following through with your ambitions, goals and dreams. Rick had a very successful corporate career but one thing that he always wanted to do in life was write and publish a book. He received early feedback from his professors that his ideas where good but he wasn't clear enough in expressing them in writing. This lead him to doubt himself and defer this goal of becoming an author. Rick talks about reading a guide on how to publish a book in 90 days and in that moment it crystallized for himself that he was going to do it. He told his family and friends and at that point he was committed. Rick shares so many valuable thoughts on setting your purpose statement and using it as a guiding compass to help steer you in the direction that aligns the outer world with your inner truths. Rick talks about creating a deliberate practice, seeking continuous improvement in life, being open to feedback and criticism and how we can all achieve our best selves if we choose to embrace the confidence to face our fears. Check out Rick's new book Live Your Purpose: https://ci4life.org and his podcast here: https://ci4life.podbean.com

Today Jarie called in to share his experience with fear and loss. Jarie shares a story the time in his life when he and his wife Jane learned that she had leukemia. The realization of the severity of her ailment was traumatizing, scary and painful. No one in life can train us for these types of experience. The realization of the fragility of life, the constant erosion of time and how fast a life can pass though it, and how to be in the face of losing those that we love. Jarie also shares important information on how to approach those in our life that are going through the painful states of lose and grief. He talks about energy and how the body can hold on to states of energy and changes from the traumas that we experience and how we need to find healthy outlets to work through this energy. Jarie has written a book for entrepreneurs and hosts the Entrepreneur Ethos Podcast https://theentrepreneurethos.com Website: https://jsypr.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thedailymba Jane's Obituary: https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/jane-bolander-obituary?pid=185027237

Today Jarie called in to share his experience with fear and loss. Jarie shares a story the time in his life when he and his wife Jane learned that she had leukemia. The realization of the severity of her ailment was traumatizing, scary and painful. No one in life can train us for these types of experience. The realization of the fragility of life, the constant erosion of time and how fast a life can pass though it, and how to be in the face of losing those that we love. Jarie also shares important information on how to approach those in our life that are going through the painful states of lose and grief. He talks about energy and how the body can hold on to states of energy and changes from the traumas that we experience and how we need to find healthy outlets to work through this energy. Jarie has written a book for entrepreneurs and hosts the Entrepreneur Ethos Podcast https://theentrepreneurethos.com Website: https://jsypr.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thedailymba Jane's Obituary: https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/jane-bolander-obituary?pid=185027237

Today Tashika called in to share her story of dealing with fear and postpartum depression and anxiety. Tashika talks about feeling like she was on an emotional rollercoaster. She felt like she had no out and because she had a family that depended on her she felt ashamed for having the emotions that she was feeling. This caused her to feel even worse about herself, like she was not giving enough and she was supposed to be giving more. Tashika talks about getting help, finding a community for support, and her journey of healthy living. She talks about recognizing the feelings and being able to identify how she is feeling as an important step in improving how she handles situations when she is feeling down. She is doing things for herself that makes her feel good like eating healthy, exercising, modeling, becoming a talent agent for others and tapping into outlets that fuel her spirit and soul. Tashika talks about the importance of being more empathetic to ourselves and find the things that we can control in our lives and release the things that we can’t. Check out Tashika’s instagram for life tips, fashion, fitness or to connect with someone who understands the powerful experience of postpartum depression and anxiety: https://www.instagram.com/Tashikayourstruly

Today Tashika called in to share her story of dealing with fear and postpartum depression and anxiety. Tashika talks about feeling like she was on an emotional rollercoaster. She felt like she had no out and because she had a family that depended on her she felt ashamed for having the emotions that she was feeling. This caused her to feel even worse about herself, like she was not giving enough and she was supposed to be giving more. Tashika talks about getting help, finding a community for support, and her journey of healthy living. She talks about recognizing the feelings and being able to identify how she is feeling as an important step in improving how she handles situations when she is feeling down. She is doing things for herself that makes her feel good like eating healthy, exercising, modeling, becoming a talent agent for others and tapping into outlets that fuel her spirit and soul. Tashika talks about the importance of being more empathetic to ourselves and find the things that we can control in our lives and release the things that we can't. Check out Tashika's instagram for life tips, fashion, fitness or to connect with someone who understands the powerful experience of postpartum depression and anxiety: https://www.instagram.com/Tashikayourstruly

Today Don called in to share his thoughts on fear… or lack there of thoughts on fear. As it turns out, Don doesn’t think much about fear at all. As you can tell from the podcast call that we had, Don likes to laugh and have fun. Fear doesn’t really fit into the equation and when asked about thoughts on fear for others it was met with… “Gummy bears”. On the surface it might seems random and obscure but on the flip side is brilliant in its simplicity. Fear doesn’t need to be scary. What if we make fear fun and playful. This is what Don can teach us about life… have more fun and less worry. Check out his up a creek, heading towards a waterfall without a paddle podcast Fiddly Dicking: https://fiddlydicking.fireside.fm

Today Don called in to share his thoughts on fear… or lack there of thoughts on fear. As it turns out, Don doesn't think much about fear at all. As you can tell from the podcast call that we had, Don likes to laugh and have fun. Fear doesn't really fit into the equation and when asked about thoughts on fear for others it was met with… “Gummy bears”. On the surface it might seems random and obscure but on the flip side is brilliant in its simplicity. Fear doesn't need to be scary. What if we make fear fun and playful. This is what Don can teach us about life… have more fun and less worry. Check out his up a creek, heading towards a waterfall without a paddle podcast Fiddly Dicking: https://fiddlydicking.fireside.fm

Today the wrestler known as Life or Death called in to share his thoughts on fear and dealing with anxiety and depression. Life or Death talks about feeling like the world is difficult and tough and he is wanting to find fulfillment in it where he asks himself who is he going to be? He talks about always looking to make progress and move forward. He also speaks about how important art and theater is for people. His goal is to have constant circuses playing because he loves the creative expression that the circus provides people. Life or Death reminds us to look at even the smallest things in the world and find wonder and a reason to believe in the beauty that the world has to offer in these micro moments.

Today Jen called in to share her fear of heights. We spoke about how in college Jen was inspired to join the Peace Corps and this driving inspiration was a force that made challenging fears worth while. Jen talks about when your inspirations, ambitions and callings are larger than your fears you will surpass anything in life that might hold you back. Jen talks about being a life long learner, having a growth mindset and the importance of asking questions. When facing a fear, ask yourself… what am i giving up if I don’t do this? Check out Jen’s website Women Conquer Business here: https://womenconquerbiz.com

Today Jen called in to share her fear of heights. We spoke about how in college Jen was inspired to join the Peace Corps and this driving inspiration was a force that made challenging fears worth while. Jen talks about when your inspirations, ambitions and callings are larger than your fears you will surpass anything in life that might hold you back. Jen talks about being a life long learner, having a growth mindset and the importance of asking questions. When facing a fear, ask yourself… what am i giving up if I don't do this? Check out Jen's website Women Conquer Business here: https://womenconquerbiz.com

Today Phoenixx called in to share her story of fear and stage fright. Phoenixx talks about a lot of her vulnerabilities that she has worked through over the years starting with her fear of being on stage. She has always worked in the music industry starting with writing songs for other people. In order for her to get closer to her dream of being on stage she started hosting events and gradually working her way into the spotlight. This process opened up more doors and expanded Phoenixx’s network challenging multiple fears and allowing her to grow in more ways. Phoenixx shares how it is important for us to be mindful and honest with ourselves about how we are feeling inside because it manifests externally and other people can feel the energy that we are putting out. Phoenixx discusses how important our health is, our diet, location, and who we surround ourselves with, it all plays a role in how we show up in life. Phoenixx shares how import it is for us to have self love can care because if we do not love ourselves our fears and problems will continue show up in one form or another. Check out Phoenixx’s YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/PhoenixxRocks and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yesthatsphoenixx

Today Phoenixx called in to share her story of fear and stage fright. Phoenixx talks about a lot of her vulnerabilities that she has worked through over the years starting with her fear of being on stage. She has always worked in the music industry starting with writing songs for other people. In order for her to get closer to her dream of being on stage she started hosting events and gradually working her way into the spotlight. This process opened up more doors and expanded Phoenixx's network challenging multiple fears and allowing her to grow in more ways. Phoenixx shares how it is important for us to be mindful and honest with ourselves about how we are feeling inside because it manifests externally and other people can feel the energy that we are putting out. Phoenixx discusses how important our health is, our diet, location, and who we surround ourselves with, it all plays a role in how we show up in life. Phoenixx shares how import it is for us to have self love can care because if we do not love ourselves our fears and problems will continue show up in one form or another. Check out Phoenixx's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/PhoenixxRocks and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yesthatsphoenixx

Today I spoke with AMDunes about his fear of when he went into a cave and found himself feeling alone and in the complete darkness. It was a physiological scare where he realized that the feeling of being in a confined space, lost in a cave in the pitch black was a phobia and a tormenting one at that. The interesting thing about caves are the symbolism - we all enter our own caves to face our own dragons. Caves hold the things we are scared of and until we enter and face these things they will always be there, beckoning and haunting what we have yet to confront. When I asked AMDunes if he was glad that he went into the cave and at least had an opportunity to experience his fear and he said he was glad that he did it and now he knows. AMDunes has a podcast that you can check out here: https://anchor.fm/AMDunes

Today I spoke with AMDunes about his fear of when he went into a cave and found himself feeling alone and in the complete darkness. It was a physiological scare where he realized that the feeling of being in a confined space, lost in a cave in the pitch black was a phobia and a tormenting one at that. The interesting thing about caves are the symbolism - we all enter our own caves to face our own dragons. Caves hold the things we are scared of and until we enter and face these things they will always be there, beckoning and haunting what we have yet to confront. When I asked AMDunes if he was glad that he went into the cave and at least had an opportunity to experience his fear and he said he was glad that he did it and now he knows. AMDunes has a podcast that you can check out here: https://anchor.fm/AMDunes

Today Edo called in to share his story of fear and trying something even though it was scary. Edo was afraid of swimming - it was something that his mom challenged him to do and told him it was manly to be able to swim. Edo talks about coming from a latin family where you had to show your toughness. A friend encouraged him to swim in the ocean, which is such a powerful expansive force with truly wild animals lurking beneath the surface which we can not see, and Edo faced his fears and swam for the first time. He knew that he could do it and it gave him a source of strength and pride. We also spoke about grief and loss, the power of art on the human soul and Edo shared two of his amazing poems with us. Check out Edo’s powerful documentary film here: https://youtu.be/EXLYaSCFbhs and website here: https://edotastic.net

Today Edo called in to share his story of fear and trying something even though it was scary. Edo was afraid of swimming - it was something that his mom challenged him to do and told him it was manly to be able to swim. Edo talks about coming from a latin family where you had to show your toughness. A friend encouraged him to swim in the ocean, which is such a powerful expansive force with truly wild animals lurking beneath the surface which we can not see, and Edo faced his fears and swam for the first time. He knew that he could do it and it gave him a source of strength and pride. We also spoke about grief and loss, the power of art on the human soul and Edo shared two of his amazing poems with us. Check out Edo's powerful documentary film here: https://youtu.be/EXLYaSCFbhs and website here: https://edotastic.net

Today Djenika called in to share her fear of flying and what it was like the first time she faced her fear. Djenika talks about how scared she was to fly but a friend of hers kept encouraging her to face her fear and go on a trip. So she agreed. Djenika talks about how fear is a mindset and she realized that she can overcome any fear that stands in her way with the mindset of challenging her fear and not letting it limit her. https://www.instagram.com/nikka__pretty/

Today Djenika called in to share her fear of flying and what it was like the first time she faced her fear. Djenika talks about how scared she was to fly but a friend of hers kept encouraging her to face her fear and go on a trip. So she agreed. Djenika talks about how fear is a mindset and she realized that she can overcome any fear that stands in her way with the mindset of challenging her fear and not letting it limit her. https://www.instagram.com/nikka__pretty/

Today Joanna called in to share her story about fear and the difficulty of dealing with men hitting on her in inappropriate ways when she does her photo shoots. We talked about the #metoo movement that swept across America and also the rest of the world with woman standing up and saying that they have had enough of being put into inappropriate, compromising and scary positions. Joanna’s story echoes those concerns and stresses that many woman have had to deal with. Joanna is also a business owner and runs a beauty shop for women. You can check out her story here: www.craziilicious.com

Today Joanna called in to share her story about fear and the difficulty of dealing with men hitting on her in inappropriate ways when she does her photo shoots. We talked about the #metoo movement that swept across America and also the rest of the world with woman standing up and saying that they have had enough of being put into inappropriate, compromising and scary positions. Joanna's story echoes those concerns and stresses that many woman have had to deal with. Joanna is also a business owner and runs a beauty shop for women. You can check out her story here: www.craziilicious.com

Today Stiz called in to share her recent experience with fear. When covid hit this year she lost her job and was concerned about how she would make rent and pay bills. The fear sunk in and doubt was clouding her mindset. Then she began to realize that now was the perfect time for her to start pursing her dreams of being independent and starting her own company. She knew life would always have its ups and downs and if it was down right now then it was time to start making things go back up. Stiz had seen someone else post online about how to make soap so she decided that she would add her own touch and style that she felt represented herself and start to market it. Stiz was worked in the health and wellness space and its been her passion to help other people look and feel their best. Stiz reminds us that every second counts and to get out and start living the life that you want… no one else can make it happen but you. https://www.instagram.com/stizsantosa/ Java Soap http://instagram.com/javasoaps

Today Stiz called in to share her recent experience with fear. When covid hit this year she lost her job and was concerned about how she would make rent and pay bills. The fear sunk in and doubt was clouding her mindset. Then she began to realize that now was the perfect time for her to start pursing her dreams of being independent and starting her own company. She knew life would always have its ups and downs and if it was down right now then it was time to start making things go back up. Stiz had seen someone else post online about how to make soap so she decided that she would add her own touch and style that she felt represented herself and start to market it. Stiz was worked in the health and wellness space and its been her passion to help other people look and feel their best. Stiz reminds us that every second counts and to get out and start living the life that you want… no one else can make it happen but you. https://www.instagram.com/stizsantosa/ Java Soap http://instagram.com/javasoaps

Today Jonas called in to share his story about fear and launching his own creative company. Jonas has always worked with creatives helping them on their missions to create amazing work but he hadn’t ventured out on his own and fully tapped into his own creative genius. He wanted to launch his own thing but found himself doubting if he could do it at first. Then it struck him that this fear was just holding him back and he asked the “why not, what do i have to lose” questions. This was the spark he needed to jumpstart creating his news letter, three books, articles and a coaching program for business execs to help grow their companies. We spoke about creativity, mindset, goals, support systems, resilience and being kinder to ourselves. Check out the work Jonas does here: https://socialfabric.com and his new book and workshops here: https://www.shapers.life

Today Jonas called in to share his story about fear and launching his own creative company. Jonas has always worked with creatives helping them on their missions to create amazing work but he hadn't ventured out on his own and fully tapped into his own creative genius. He wanted to launch his own thing but found himself doubting if he could do it at first. Then it struck him that this fear was just holding him back and he asked the “why not, what do i have to lose” questions. This was the spark he needed to jumpstart creating his news letter, three books, articles and a coaching program for business execs to help grow their companies. We spoke about creativity, mindset, goals, support systems, resilience and being kinder to ourselves. Check out the work Jonas does here: https://socialfabric.com and his new book and workshops here: https://www.shapers.life