Digital Dimes Podcast

Welcome to episode 146 of the Digital Dimes Podcast! In today's episode, we delve deep into the topic of accepting circumstances and finding peace. Life can throw unexpected challenges our way, but learning to accept and make peace with those circumstances is the first step towards living a fulfilling life.But that's not all. We also tackle the intriguing subject of how having money and not having money can profoundly impact a person. From altering behaviors and mindsets to reshaping relationships and priorities, the influence of wealth on our lives is undeniable.Join us as we engage in thought-provoking discussions, explore personal experiences, and uncover valuable insights from articles. Whether you're looking to gain a fresh perspective on acceptance or curious about the ties between wealth and identity, this episode is bound to offer you a wealth of knowledge and perspectives to consider.So grab your headphones and get ready for another enlightening and inspiring episode of the Digital Dimes Podcast! Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

In this episode we continue to discuss "the journey" as it now affectionately referred to. We discuss what it means to stop amidst the uncomfortableness to appreciate those things that you do have. We discuss what it's like to go on a job interview, and finding inspiration amongst those closest to you. Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.  

In this episode we continue the discussion on the massive change in personal landscape. Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

After a more than four-month hiatus, the Digital Dimes Podcast has returned. Due to multiple setbacks in one of the host's personal life, two of the three members have decided to return and share what happened and how the team is making a come back.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.  

Hey everybody, welcome to the Digital Dimes Podcast. Today's episode is all about identifying your passion and how it can lead to discovering your purpose in life. We're all ready and set to share our perspectives with you today. So sit back, relax, and get ready to uncover the secrets to finding your passion on this episode of the Digital Dimes Podcast!Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

Hey everyone! Welcome to Episode 141, where we'll be discussing the age-old question: what makes you happy? For many of us, finding the answers to this question can seem difficult, even impossible. But understanding what produces happiness in our lives is essential to achieving our own version of success - and it all starts with understanding what brings joy and contentment to our lives. So sit back, relax, and let's explore this topic together!Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

Hey everybody, Valentino here! Today we've got a great show lined up for you all. We're going to be tackling a really important topic: critical thinking. All too often, we take what we hear at face value without really taking the time to critically assess and process the information. We'll be talking today about how we can approach situations and conversations more thoughtfully, and how this can lead to increased clarity of thought and more effective decision-making. Anthony and Raf were eager to discuss this. So get comfortable, and let's dive in!Listen, Get Inspired, and Level-up.

Hey everybody, Valentino here! Today we've got a great show lined up for you all. We're going to be tackling a really important topic: critical thinking. All too often, we take what we hear at face value without really taking the time to critically assess and process the information. We'll be talking today about how we can approach situations and conversations more thoughtfully, and how this can lead to increased clarity of thought  and more effective decision-making. Anthony and Raf were eager to discuss this. So get comfortable, and let's dive in!Listen, Get Inspired, and Level-up.

Hey everyone, we've got a great topic for today's podcast: habits and how they relate to success.Now, we all know that success doesn't just come from talent or luck. It takes hard work and discipline, and a big part of that discipline is formed by our daily habits. Whether we realize it or not, the things we do every day - from the way we wake up in the morning, to the way we spend our free time - have a huge impact on our overall success.But it's not just about creating good habits, it's also about breaking the bad ones. We all have those little things that hold us back, whether it's procrastination or a tendency to indulge in unhealthy habits. And if we want to truly succeed, we have to be willing to confront these things head-on and make the necessary changes.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

A look back at the year and a discussion of our triumphs and missing the mark.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

This week we follow up on last week's episode about self-discipline and do a deep dive into attitude, specifically why it's important to maintain a positive attitude regardless of what life throws our way. There are many benefits to be had by maintaining a positive attitude. Check out this episode and discover what those are.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

This is one of those episodes that will go down as one of our favorites. The guys and I discuss, in-depth, the importance of being disciplined. The importance of knowing how to say no to what can harm you or prevent you from becoming your best.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

The United States Marines are trained to improvise, adapt, and overcome all obstacles. They possess the willingness and the determination to fight and to keep fighting until victory is assured.What started as a conversation about looking to the future with anticipation culminated in the agreement that things do not always go our way.Author Robert Burns said, "The best-laid plans of mice and men often go awry." It is futile to make plans when the ability to fully or even partially execute them is uncertain. And even then, things can still go wrong. When that happens, will you improvise, adapt and overcome? If you want to be successful and achieve your goals, you must.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

Happy Thanksgiving to all of our family, friends, and listeners. Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

In this episode, we discuss opinions on the idea of masculinity being toxic, and it's general effect on both boys and men.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level-up. 

After being on a brief hiatus, we're back with a brand new episode. After speaking about my bitter experience with my cell phone carrier, the conversation somehow shifted to consumerism. It's the theory that people who consume goods and or services, in large quantities, in some way will be better off.This episode is short. We hope you find it informative and entertaining.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

In this episode, we discuss the difference between earned and entitlement. The obvious and not-so-obvious. Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

In this episode, Raf came up with a list of 20 intriguing things that we share our thoughts and opinions on. Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

In this episode, we discuss Rafael's experience during Hurricane Ian. The conversation proves how important it is to have people in our lives to help and inspire us to be our best. Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

We discuss the cost or price of achieving your goals. Knowing what that is almost not enough. You also have to be willing to pay that cost.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level-Up. 

In this episode, we discuss the value of relationships. Whether personal or business, relationships should be reciprocal. The flow of energy in both directions is what allows people to feel valued. Likewise, reciprocity is just as important in a romantic relationship. In fact, it's vital. No one wants to feel like they're giving and giving and not receiving.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level-Up.

With all that is happening in the world, it can be easy to succumb to anxiety. This episode discusses the importance of maintaining the proper perspective through adversity. We also talk about the phenomenon known as quiet quitting.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level-Up.

In this episode we have guest Cole Wadsworth. He is a 36-year-old Husband, Dad, and athlete. He and his wife have 3 children. They operate a horse breeding farm in Peoa, UT. Which is where he also grew up. He began his athletic career as a pro wakeboarder and began running Spartan Races with his father.  He was blessed to be on 2 seasons of American Ninja Warrior, which then transitioned into being hand selected by Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson to compete on season 1 of Titan Games. He came in 4th place overall and has the fastest time ever on the Mt. Olympus Event. He is currently working the ranch and running thier supplement business, Thrive Nutrition, with his amazing and hard-working wife. Listen, Get Inspired, and Level-Up.

In this episode, we discuss strengths and weaknesses. Knowing your own strengths and weaknesses gives you a better understanding of yourself and how you function. It is equally important to know your weaknesses as to know your strengths.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

In this episode, we discuss The List. 18 Ways to Improve and Grow Yourself. Each of us gives our feedback on each practice and explains how it plays a role in our lives.Here they are:Meditating ReadingWriting in a Journal Finding a CoachPromoting InterestsSeeking Therapy Sharing Goals Tracking Habits Being Grateful Knowing Yourself Caring for Yourself Waking Up Early Affirming WordsCelebrating Success Enhancing Soft Skills Seeking Feedback Learning Assertiveness Being Resilient Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

In today's episode, we discuss accountability. Holding ourselves accountable helps accomplish our goals. It also develops vital self-management skills. Regardless of who we are or what we do, accountability can be a powerful strategy in the best self-journey. We discuss what it means to hold yourself accountable and why it's essential.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

In this episode, we discuss transformational goals. Having these types of goals enables us to tap into our core motivations. It gives meaning to our highest aspirations.  Achieving lasting change demands that we not just set goals but also create a compelling future vision that will inspire and motivate us to take the necessary actions to achieve our objectives. This is the essence of transformational goal setting.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

Procrastination is something that sneaks up on all of us. Some people are worse than others when it comes to procrastinating, but we are all susceptible to it. In this episode, we'll explore the psychology of procrastination and what drives us to procrastinate. We'll discuss how procrastination has impacted each of us personally.  Finally, we'll offer some tips and tricks for overcoming procrastination. So if you're struggling with procrastination, this episode is for you.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

This week we talk about confidence, Is it a skill that can be learned? What can we do to boost our level of confidence? How does having a higher level of confidence impact our lives?Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

In this episode, we discuss how attitude impacts our daily lives, and it's different than mindset.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

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In this episode, we discuss investing in yourself.  It is the practice of making yourself into a more experienced, well-rounded person through different tasks, goals, and activities. This may include reading more, setting goals, creating a schedule for yourself, or taking a class. By investing in yourself you should see improvements in your productivity and overall happiness.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up. 

In this episode we have a guest, Britani Young, She is a budding entrepreneur who speaks on her journey to self-discovery and how that impacts her entrepreneurial journey. Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

In this episode, we host a friend of ours. It's returning guest, Ryan Sanislo. Along with Ryan, we give our take on what trust means to us and how the absence of it impacts our lives. Trust is important in life because it is the foundation of all healthy relationships. Regardless of whether or not romance is involved. Trust is essential for friendships, family relationships, business partnerships, and more.Without trust, there is no genuine connection. We may be able to fake it for a while, but eventually, the cracks will show. Trust allows us to feel secure and confident in our relationships.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

In this episode, we discuss choosing your battles. It means to be particular about the problems or confrontations that you get involved in. Instead of fighting every problem, you save your time and energy strictly for the things that matter. This means taking on the most important battles and letting go of the rest. This way of living also applies to relationships. Just because someone is willing to fight with you, doesn't mean that you have to engage. You can choose to walk away from unnecessary conflict and preserve your energy for more important things.Of course, this doesn't mean that you should never stand up for yourself or fight for what you believe in. But it does mean that you should be selective about the battles you choose to fight and only engage in those that are truly important to you.Living a life of meaning and purpose doesn't mean that you have to be constantly fighting battles. It means being selective about the battles you choose to fight, and only engaging in those that are truly important to you. Sometimes the best way to live a meaningful life is to let go of the unnecessary conflict and preserve your energy for more important things.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level-up.

In this episode, Raf and Anthony engage in a deep conversation about the difference between having passions in life and being passionate. Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

These are trying times. Life doesn't always go the way we would like it. Thus, from time to time, we all face adversity. Yet we find it interesting how some of us are able to flourish when things get difficult, while some of us struggle to keep moving forward. In order to maintain success, we need to find a way through these setbacks and learn the lesson they're trying to teach us. And use those lessons to become better. In this episode, we discuss setbacks and adversity of all sorts. Other than discussing the different coping mechanisms we each have, we find it useful to focus the discussion on how we can overcome and stay on our goal path. Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up

Nate is an athlete, an actor, and a motivational speaker. He believes fully in the mind/body connection. This means you can't have a healthy body without a healthy mind and vice versa.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

It's not just the number of relationships that matters, but also the quality. Good relationships are built on trust, mutual respect, and support. Strong relationships can help you weather difficult times, recover from trauma, and find meaning in life.In this episode, we discuss different types of relationships, including mentorships. Which is a great way to develop positive relationships. A mentor can provide guidance, direction, and sometimes great advice. Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

It's easy to feel overwhelmed when there is so much to do. Life is so busy these days.  One of the best ways to manage this constant stress is by learning how to efficiently prioritize tasks. In this episode, we discuss some tips that might help you get more done while feeling less stressed and more in control of your time. One tip is knowing what's important. Consider which activities are most urgent or important,Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

In this episode, we sit down and have a chat with Linda. With three studios in California, she's an entrepreneur and owner of Club Lagree.She's passionate about life and what she does. She talks about how she started on her best self-journey and what it takes to stay committed.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up. IG: https://www.instagram.com/lordelinda/Web: https://www.instagram.com/clublagree/Web: https://www.clublagree.com/

In this episode, we discuss what it takes to go on a journey to become your best self. It's very "broad strokes" and we quickly realize we have the makings of another series.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

This week we sit down with the owner, President, and CEO of TRTH Brand. Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

For each of us, what drives us is different. What motivates to move in the direction we choose, is unique to each individual. The same can be said for inspiration. Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up. 

Through failure, we will get to know ourselves better and we will learn from our mistakes. Failures make us rethink, reconsider and find new ways and strategies to achieve our goals.Failing in life helps us to build resilience. The more we fail, the more resilient we become. In order to achieve great success, we must know resilience. Because, if we think that we're going to succeed on the first try or even the first few tries, then we're sure to set ourselves up for not only failure but for disappointment and pain as well.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

In part 2 of 2, we continue our discussion on how the reward is oftentimes not as valuable as the process. It's that experience you get when you take a risk. It happens when you are insightful enough to take a chance and wise enough to figure out how to work through it. That's what builds self-confidence. Of course, it might not happen every time., but the key is to realize when it does and relish in that moment of growth.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

In this two-part episode, we discuss how the reward is oftentimes not as valuable as the process of taking on the risk. It's that experience you get when you take a risk. It happens when you are insightful enough to take a chance and wise enough to figure out how to work through it. That's what builds self-confidence. Of course, it might not happen every time., but the key is to realize when it does and relish in that moment of growth.Listen, Get Inspired and Level Up.

In this episode, we chat with Renee Arseneau. An Accountant, Entrepreneur, and GZ Coach. Renee jas spent her life overcoming obstacles and honing the skill of self-discipline. She shares her insight on what her best-self journey is like. Listen, Get Inspired, and Level-Up.

It's our 100th episode and we're grateful to each other you and our listeners. Raf traveled to L.A. to record this session with us in the studio. We're celebrating and talking about a variety of topics including how hosting a podcast has influenced our lives. We talk health, relationships, burgers, and power-lifting. Like I said, a variety of topics. So Listen Up, Get Inspired, and Level Up. And here's to the next one hundred episodes.

A stable routine gives your life structure and makes you feel in control. Human beings don't handle uncertainty well and as unsettling as uncertainty and instability are for children it can be just as unnerving for adults.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.

Is timing really everything? The right timing is a crucial aspect of business that allows you to achieve more in a shorter period of time due to a reduction in friction. Thus, timing is an important aspect of productivity and time management.Listen, Get Inspired, and Level Up.