Change Podcast

In this podcast, I talk about SETTING GOALS YOU CAN ACHIEVE with Erin Falconer, the editor-in-chief and co-owner of PickTheBrain. We may attempt to make many goals in our lives but may find ourselves often discouraged that we aren't able to (1) achieve them or (2) stick to them without giving up. From Erin's own success with creating PickTheBrain, which Forbes has named one of the "Top 100 Most Influential Sites for Women," she gives her insights into how she achieved her goals and what factors to keep in mind for achieving yours too. QUESTIONS ASKED IN THE PODCAST: 1. Why should we set goals? 2. Are goals really achievable? How can I transition from goals being something real in my life versus just a pipe dream? 3. What are some common bad habits and/or mistakes you see that prevent people from achieving their goals or making "bad goals"? 4. How can I stay motivated to reach my long term goals when they seem hard or almost impossible? 5. How can I stay focused when I have many goals I'm working on at the same time? 6. What is the most important thing to do in goal setting? What are the important markers I should hit when setting goals to guarantee success? 7. How can our audience get connected to you?

Now more than ever, consumers are supporting and purchasing from businesses with a conscious mission. Anna Choi is a conscious business coach who helps her clients focus their energy to attract more customers in less time and scale their impact on the world. Her key message is creating a new normal economy based on the "quadruple bottom line." QUESTIONS DISCUSSED 1. How would you define a "conscious business?" Is it different from a social enterprise? 2. What is the quadruple bottom line? 3. Is it really possible to make a profit while taking care of the Earth? 4. What are some examples of social enterprises that we see out there? 5. How can I vote better with my dollar? How can I make my daily purchases more mindful? 6. What tips do you have for someone who wants to start a conscious business? 7. How do I free up more time to grow my business?

Earth Citizens will save the world. Are you one? Questions discussed: 1. What is an Earth Citizen? 2. What is the Earth Citizen spirit? 3. Why do we need it? 4. Can it really fix our problems? If so, what? 5. How can I become one or get involved? 6. What daily actions can I take to live as an Earth Citizen?

Gillian Riley is the author of 5 books related to curbing addiction. She is also a TEDx speaker and an expert on the science of food and nicotine addiction. Questions discussed: 1. Are humans addicted to food? 2. What is the science of food addiction? 3. How much of hunger is "real hunger?" 4. What are the benefits of eating less? 5. How can I naturally eat less without causing myself to feel stressed or starved?

Guest Speaker: Victor Step, Creator of Growth Evolution Development Questions discussed: 1. What's your story with procrastination? 2. What is the cause of procrastination? 3. Is there a way to "avoid" procrastination? 4. What are some good habits or tips to be more diligent and proactive? 6. If there's something that I'm procrastinating on right now, what can I do at this moment to get motivated to start?

Don't you love the feeling of giving someone something you know they'll love? Treger Strasberg, co-founder of Humble Design, says she has had that feeling every day since she founded her company and helped over 1,200 families transition out of homelessness since 2009. In this episode, Treger shares her "ah-ha!" moment that changed the course of her legacy and the impact of what transitioning people out of homelessness into dignified homes means for a community, a city, and also YOU.

Guest Speaker: Victor Step, Creator of Growth Evolution Development Questions discussed: 1. How would you define anxiety? 2. What's your story on anxiety? 3. Many people don't know where their anxiety comes from, which makes them more anxious and frustrated. What do you think causes anxiety? 3. Are you still dealing with it? How did you learn to manage it? 4. What advice do you have for people dealing with anxiety right now?

Ever wondered what the real benefits of tai chi and yoga are? There are many mental and physical benefits, and in this episode, the BETV team discuss how yoga and tai chi have helped them sleep better, reduce stress, become stronger physically, and more.

Nanobots in medicine? Robots in the future? We are all steadily approaching the world of artificial intelligence in the future. In this episode of Change Podcast, the BETV team discusses the pros and cons of artificial intelligence and how advanced technology will affect society, our relationships, and our lives.

What does the phrase “take back your brain” make you think of? In this episode, Linda, Gordon, and Gabi discuss the meaning behind the slogan of Brain Education TV and the importance of taking ownership of your actions and your life. They talk about Justin Bieber and religious news and find similarities of people looking to the outside for happiness rather than creating happiness within.

The mere idea of being in love with someone suggests unhealthy undercurrents of attachments. What are attachments anyway, and why are they silently destroying our relationships? And how can we love in a healthy way without attachments? Find out on this episode of Change Podcast.

Have you tried applying the Law of Attraction to love? Do you feel like there’s someone out there for you and you’re ready to attract love into your life? This week, Linda and Gordon discuss common mental obstacles that prevent the energy of love flowing in and how to apply this principle to create the life you want.

Did you know that 1 in 3 people have been in toxic relationships? Healing from toxic relationships can be a difficult process but very necessary for personal growth and happiness. This week we explore what toxic relationships are, how to heal from toxic relationships, and how to open yourself back up to invite love again.

What is real love? There are many ways to love and many definitions of love, what what could it mean to really love something or someone? Linda, Gabi, and Gordon explore the topic of love and discuss the 3 levels of enlightened consciousness love.

Forgiveness is especially hard when you feel like someone close to you has hurt you. But, forgiveness is also the emotion that is one of the most liberating. This week we explore the topic of forgiveness and why forgiveness is important for your relationship but also your physical, mental, and emotional health too.

What does happiness mean? The answer might be different for everyone, but there are some basic needs we have as humans that, when met, can be a foundation of happiness for everyone. What could those be?

Is depression a choice? Many will probably say that it isn't, but Linda and David offer some perspectives into how it could be. Everything in our lives is a choice—we each have the power to choose how to react in every situation despite the things that happen beyond our control. And in that sense, could depression be no different?

Social media is inescapable and almost completely necessary, but what is it really doing to our metal and emotional health? Linda sits down with Gabi and Gordon this week to discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of social media.

How do you define "habits?" Many people might say that habits are something we do every single day. Although that's not entirely wrong, the definition of a habit goes much deeper than that. Clue: there are two parts that make a habit! What could those be? And how can we use this understanding to change habits from bad to good?

Do you feel like you absorb too many people's energies, and it leaves you feeling drained? When we say we want to stop feeling so much, it usually implies that it's because what we're absorbing is negative. This week's episode features the 3 necessary steps to stop absorbing so much of others' energies and letting it influence your wellbeing. The 3 steps all involve taking back your power in situations where you feel like someone or something is taking it away. Find out what those 3 steps are!

A common question we get is: "How I meditate well? What do I need to focus on?" You might think the best way to meditate is by sitting still for a long time and focus on something positive. While that might work well for some, for most people, it's painfully difficult to sit still in one posture for more than 5 minutes while trying to keep the mental chatter at bay. So what's the solution? Watch this episode to find out!

Finding your life purpose is something everyone questions and wants at some point in their lives. Do you feel like everything in your life is always a struggle? Does it feel like you're always swimming upstream no matter what you do? These are tell-tale signs that your life may not be in alignment with your purpose. This episode features Johnathan Martinez who shares his 4 step method to finding purpose and direction in life.

Leonardo DaVinci, Shakespeare, Picasso, Mozart, Steve Jobs...these may be some common names that come to mind when we think of creative people. But art isn't the only way to be considered a "creative" person. In fact, every single person (yes, you too) is in the act of creating at every moment. Creative power flows when we recognize that we're already in the act of creating. Don't believe us? Find out how you're creating right now.

Goals, goals goals...why are they so much easier to make than do? We all have them, but not all of us are good at sticking to them. This week's episode features Bama Kim who shares her 32 lb weight loss journey and how she achieved that goal using her secret formula for goal-achieving success.

This is perhaps one of the most important existential questions that we'll all ask ourselves at some point on our life's journey. Everyone has an innate desire to find his or her purpose and to live it out in this lifetime. But how can we know if what we're doing now is really the right direction for us? Are there any clear markers we should look out for? And what can we do to make sure we don't miss that opportunity when it comes? This week's episode features a heartfelt discussion between Linda and Alex and their journeys of finding their directions after years of wandering in fear of what others may think.

Do your relationships have you in a wreck? Don't get caught up in negative emotions and tatter your heart in the process! In this episode, Linda shares her tips about how to conserve your energy and give to those you love in a healthy, sustainable way that benefits everybody. If you're someone who tends to give, give, give, and ends up feeling drained in the end...listen in! This easy technique will save you a LOT of heartache (and exhaustion).

Looking for a surefire way to practice self-love and release self-hate? The ancient Hawaiian practice of Ho'oponopono is a proven practice that can release and resolve emotions that cause disease in the body. The beauty of Ho'oponopono is that it can be practiced on any relationship in your life, including the one with yourself. What could Ho'oponopono be, and how can you practice it? Find out here!

In episode 12, Linda and Gabi talk about how to deal with people who seem to constantly bring you down and make your life toxic. Just ignore or get rid of them? Nope! There’s a more harmonious and wiser way than that. Listen about it on this week’s episode!

In episode 11, Dawn Quaresima and Linda partake in an enlightening conversation about letting go of attachments. Everyone has built-in attachments, it's our human nature. Some of them need to be let go and set free. Others, though, can be worth it for the greater good. Listen to hear more about it!

Maybe you've heard about chakras before, but you're still not exactly sure what they are or what they do. Linda's new episode of the podcast talks about each of your body's chakras, how to align them, how they directly affect parts of your body and emotions, and more. Then she takes the audience through a simple routine to actually feel and clear your chakras. Check it out!

Two featured guests (David Driscoll and MinJae Kim) join Linda in this week's Change Podcast to talk about the topic "Self-care Isn't Selfish!". What makes a good person? Many would say a selfless person who always seeks to help others. Well, to truly be able to help others, you must first help yourself. Listen to why it isn't selfish to take care of yourself first.

We live most of our life taught to be independent, strong and able to handle things on our own - even when it gets hard. This mindset has built up the idea that asking for help when we need it is weak or bad. But sometimes, we really do need help, even if it's embarrassing to ask. Linda and special guest David Driscoll speak about the vulnerability and importance of learning to ask for help, no matter your status or situation.

Our minds are crowded with information galore every waking moment. Phone, T.V., games, social media, music; we're overloaded with information from the moment we wake up to the second before we fall asleep. It can be a lot and lead to constant anxiety or stress. Linda talks about how information fasting can act as a reset for your mind, leading to much needed peace, quiet and self care.

Everyone feels lonely. It might be a lot, it might not be that much, but we all have a sense of loneliness deep down. Even if we're the most popular, socially active person, it's still there underneath it all. Linda and featured guest Danielle Gaudette analyze the feeling of loneliness and how it may drive much of what we do.

Special guest Ilchibuko Todd joins Linda in this episode to discuss how to live a spiritual life in the 21st century. And what does living a spiritual life even mean? Maybe you immediately think of ancient scriptures and monks mumbling esoteric chants in the remote mountains. But that's not what it's about at all! Society has perpetuated cliches over the years about meditation, energy, enlightenment, and spirituality in general. Linda and Ilchibuko team up to debunk these myths to bring you a modern interpretation of what a spirtual life looks like today for the average person.

Episode 4 of the podcast takes us into the topic of channeling some hard-found peace during trials in our life. Bad things can happen one after the other, but the key is to separate from it and look at it from a new perspective. Linda gives us advice on how to manage ourselves during these times.

In the third and final segment of The Three Enlightenments, Linda approaches the controversial topic of "Life is Nothing". The concept is essentially growing closer and closer to 'zero' on the life scale. In other words, no matter what happens to draw us one way or another, we are unaffected and remain steady in the middle. Listen to hear more!

In the second installment of the Change Podcast we go to #2 of the Three Enlightenments: Life is Transient. We become fixated on many things in life, whether they are material or emotional fixations. We must fully understand and embrace that these things in life are impermanent in order to gain peace and completion.

"Life is Suffering" is the first noble truth of life. Ironically, realizing this at the core of who we are as humans is what will free us from the cycle of suffering.