Coffeehouse Conversations

For our Season 6 Finale, we dive into the power of defining your non-negotiables—the values, boundaries, and standards you refuse to compromise on. From personal relationships to financial goals, non-negotiables guide us, offering clarity and focus in a world full of distractions. Join us as we break down why non-negotiables matter, how to identify your own, and ways to put them into action, so you can protect what truly matters to you. Whether you're looking to strengthen your self-discipline, or build stronger boundaries, this episode will give you the tools to start living more intentionally and unapologetically. Tune in, and let's figure out: What are your non-negotiables?

In this episode, we dive into the subtle but powerful signs that you're healing, whether from emotional wounds, life challenges, or personal growth. I'll share five key indicators that show you're making progress, from setting healthy boundaries to finding peace in solitude. Healing is a journey, and sometimes it's hard to see how far you've come—but these signs are proof that you're on the right path. Tune in and discover how to recognize your own healing process!

Tank & Amos are going a deep dive into the topic of trust issues—where they come from, how they show up in our relationships, careers, and finances, and most importantly, how to overcome them. If you've ever struggled with trusting others or even trusting yourself, this is for you. Tune in as we explore practical steps to rebuild trust and move forward with confidence. Don't miss out on this powerful discussion!

Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're just going through the motions? It might be time for a RESET. In this episode, we explore the power of pressing reset in your life—whether it's your career, personal goals, or spiritual journey. I'll share practical steps to hit reset, let go of what's no longer serving you, and reclaim your path with a fresh perspective.We'll dive into:

Have you ever dealt with rejection? Here we talk about our personal bouts with rejection and how we learned how to redirect and shift our setbacks into big comebacks. Come on and join in on the conversation. This episode is brought to you by www.Weight2Wear.com

We have a great conversation on things that turn us on and off about the opposite sex. We're curious to find out what are some of yours. C'mon and join us in this conversation and let us know what you are thinking. This episode is brought to you by www.Weight2Wear.com

Hyper-sexuality is at an all-time high from tv, streaming to social networks. How do you stay focused and not allow yourself to be overwhelmed and distracted? Let's talk about the affects and how to navigate it and regain your focus.

There are so many things we can say to answer the question, What Do Men Really Want? Tank and Amos take a moment to share just a few things that men want and it's not what you may think it is.

We take a moment to talk about some common mistakes we make with our spending habits. We believe it's time to gain control of your money and increase your financial literacy.

Everybody is dealing with stress today. Let's talk about 5 Common Causes of Stress and share ways we can manage and/or alleviate it.

Welcome to Season 6 and we introduce our new Co-Host Aaron "Tank" Sirles! Join us as we share an interesting story of an experience that "almost" happened and talk about the subject of being ready for love.

Here's Part 2 where we are discussing 10 ways we can better navigate growing pains.

As an adult you can encounter seasons where it's mentally and emotionally challenging. This can be a sign that you are going through growing pains. Let's discuss 10 ways we can better navigate growing pains.

This is a special episode where I incorporated for the first my first love of music. Playing the piano has always been a "safe space" for me as I navigate tough moments in life. So, let's talk about ways we can break cycles of unproductivity and start to shine bright out of dark places.

It is so important that you have the right tools to make great decisions for your life. Let's discuss way to improve your decision-making power. You have a bright future ahead!

Maybe this tough season you're in is not a punishment or mistake but just a test. Let's talk about some key things to help you navigate the testing season.

Many of us are in a waiting season and are dealing with so much pressure and temptation to be overwhelmed with worry, doubt, fear, and anxiety. Let's talk about ways we can develop and prepare for the next level of success.

Sometimes we need to check on ourselves to make sure we are not overwhelmed with the pressures of life which can lead to being bitter instead of better. Let's do a checklist to make sure we are ok. .

Sat down and had an inspiring conversation with my friend and brother, Cory Shaw, as he shares his personal ups and downs taking the leap of faith as a successful entrepreneur.

How many of us who don't like to encounter turbulence when flying on an airplane? Turbulence is rarely an enjoyable experience, but let's talk about how it can help you grow in your life.

Men have emotions too...let's talk about this whole "soft-boy era" and what is appropriate for men to do and to be.

Welcome to Season 5 and I'm having a conversation with my friend and mentor, Chris Black, on the question..."What Are You Afraid Of?" Talk about personal challenges with making the decision to leave familiar spaces to follow your dreams.

Life is tough and is full of difficult choices. As much as we don't like it or try to escape difficulty, it is important to choose the right HARD to avoid more difficulty in your life. Let's talk about some indicators of choosing the right HARD.

What happens when you're dealing with uncertainty in your life? Let's talk about 5 things you can do when you find yourself dealing with uncertainty and unfamiliarity in your life.

Talking about 5 ways to becoming comfortable with getting a "NO" and allowing it to transform you into your better self.

My friend Tim Ross defines abuse as "AB-normal USE-age" and we talk about three different types of abuse that we have overcome with healthier solutions along with stronger resources like therapy and counseling.

It's been tough out here being single in these dating "streets." Talking about certain qualities to look for in searching for a mate with Online Dating. Shared some personal good and bad experiences and how I navigated to find my "person."

There's so much happening around the world that captures our attention, but it's a waste of time. Let's talk about some things that we need to let go of in order to stop wasting time.

Let's talk about three areas where we need to detox as we're starting the new year.

A conversation with personal trainer, Aaron "Tank" Sirles, who explains the myth on quick weight loss fads and provides insight on a healthier approach to exercising and losing weight.

It's been over three years since our last episode and we take a moment to share on what's been going on since March of 2020 until now.

Wanted to share my thoughts on what's going on around the world today with COVID-19 and shared 3 things we should do to navigate through uncertainty.

This episode is dedicated to Kobe and Gigi Bryant. Shared my sentiments of what I admired about him and his legacy as a man, basketball player & and a father.

So glad to be back for Season 3 in the new year of 2020. Taking a moment to catch you up on how things have been going since my last episode.

Here's the continuation of my conversation from last episode on the current journey I'm on and I give the final 2 areas to focus on to reach your goal to a better quality of life.

I'm currently starting a new chapter in my weight loss journey and I wanted to share five things I need to focus on in order to reach my ultimate goal.

It's been a while since my last episode, but I'm glad to be back sharing about my thoughts of my struggles with exchanging bad habits for good ones. Talking about how tough it is but it's so necessary for a better quality of life.

Celebrating my 40th Birthday this week! Took some time to share my reflections and thoughts on lessons I've learned thus far. Looking forward to the next 40years of significant living.

Have you ever reached a point you feel overwhelmed from your day-to-day activities? Maybe you should learn to take time to unplug. On this episode, I talk about different types of unplugging and 3 areas that can benefit from doing it.

I had an interesting thought this past week about influential leaders who succeed with or without having a great team or inner circle around them. What happens when their success and time runs out? On this episode I'm talking about 3 elements of strong and successful teams. Then I ask the important question, as a leader..."Are You A Pole Or A Tree?"

I love it when the rhythm or cadence of my daily life is natural and healthy, but what happens when everything gets out of whack? Are you able to recognize when your life's cadence has turned to an unhealthy one? On this episode I talk about my experience with dealing with an unhealthy life cadence and shared three possible signs that could indicate that you're in one and what to do to get out of it.

Took a break for the summer and now I'm glad to be back for Season 2. This season I will be talking a little more on the topic of "Leadership" and on this episode I talked about "3 Characteristics of a Great Leader" and how effective they can be with growing their teams and creating healthy working cultures.

How many people including ourselves are afraid of looking in the mirror? Can we honestly look at ourselves and be totally honest about our flaws, our quirks, strengths, and weaknesses? Tune in this episode as I talk about how I became more self-aware and share four thoughts on the benefits of being self-aware.

Talked about the areas that are affected by unforgiveness, the importance and two types of forgiveness.

The month of May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month and I want to talk about my experience with dealing with rejection and trauma. Also, I want to talk about the 3 steps I took to get healthier with my mind, body and soul.

Had another great conversation with my wife, Jasmine, about navigating through difficult times and compromising in marriage.

Had a great conversation about Family, Life, Music & Faith with Jamar Jones in Dallas, TX

Today, I want to talk about starting your dream from scratch and share six action plans you can use to help you get on the road to success.

Having a conversation with my wife about how we met and shared what personal qualities we looked for in our search back when we were single young adults.

I want to talk about humility and balancing it with 3 simple things you can do to maintain your value and self-worth.

I want to talk about The Comparison Game and share 3 things we can do to achieve a healthier lifestyle for our mind, body & soul.