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This marks the 110th episode of the How To Life podcast!I just completed the 3rd year of this podcast, and I thought I would give you a 2022 year-in-review.We had some great interviews about self-care, business, personal development, communication… health. As well as some basic life skills, of course.So here is a highlight reel of all the past years' podcast episodes. It is a sampling in case you are new to this podcast.Have a listen. I am sure you will find something that you needed to hear.And I hope that it helps you out!I cannot thank you enough for all the support you have shown How To Life and the How To Life podcast.It is my great pleasure to offer some guidance and information that may help you out. Even if you are just soothed knowing that you are not alone in this crazy journey of adulthood, I am so happy about that.You are not alone. We've got each other.You Got This!Show Notes at:howtolife.com/110Support the showThanks for listening! Click my LinkTree to find me everywhere!

This one is in a very different direction than the last few.We are talking about your health today. Particularly your gut health.And since we are just about through the holiday gorge, you may be remorseful about what you have been eating and are ready to hit the reset button on your eating habits and metabolism.My guest today is Karin Bangart. After a colon cancer diagnosis and recovery, Karin has taken her health into her own hands and has completely changed her diet and her life.She is now a certified integrated nutritional health coach specializing in gut health.She now shares her story and all that she has learned on her website and in her community Health Yeah Life.Karin is here to share some information with you so that you can prevent injury and disease to your body.More information can be found at:howtolife.com/109Support the showThanks for listening! Click my LinkTree to find me everywhere!

Since the last show was a What Can I Do With My Life episode, I thought I would give you another one since we are kind of on a role with that.Today's episode is about what it takes to become a speech therapist, a rewarding and versatile job. And here is talk about that is my guest, certified speech-language pathologist, Rose Griffin, Rose has been doing this work for 20 years, mostly in the public school system. For the last 5 years, she had also started her own business called ABA Speech, as well as hosts the podcast, Autism Outreach.She has great information to help you learn about, and decide if Speech Therapy is a career you may want to pursue. You will find this podcast very informative.Show notes can be found at:howtolife.com/108Support the showThanks for listening! Click my LinkTree to find me everywhere!

#107: This is going to be another segment of the unofficial What Can I Do With My Life series.I have a few of these where people come on and talk about their jobs; what it entails, how to become it, what it can offer you, etc.If you are a good writer, this episode may be particularly interesting to you.I am speaking with Karthik Vijayakumar who is a copywriter. He has the great ability to write convincing sales pages for products that get the reader to convert and buy the product. He also teaches you how to do this through his online courses.In a world of cynicism and guardedness, inspiring someone to take action through words is a great skill!So listen in and see if this could be something that would allow your good writing skills can pay off for you!Show notes can be found at: howtolife.com/107 Support the showThanks for listening! Click my LinkTree to find me everywhere!

We are continuing on talking about business. If you have your own business or want to start one, even as a side hustle, everyone could use a little support. Today's topic is about using YouTube for your business. So many of us use social media these days -mostly socially. And it seems easy and self-explanatory. Right? Seems like everyone can do it.If you know, you know. But if you don't, then this episode may help you out.I am speaking with Itai Nusbaum, who started a youtube channel called Pocket teacher. He provides educational content to help Israeli students pass their standardized exams. His channel has become so popular that he has reached over 10% of the country. 10% of the country knows who he is and recognizes his face. That is a lot of people!He has just recently founded a new consulting business called YouTube Tool Kit where he consults and guides businesses on how to utilize YouTube to promote their own businesses.And he is here to share some tips to help you get started with your own channel or help your existing channel be better.Show notes can be found at:howtolife.com/106Support the show

You are about to hear an interview with MV Braverman who is here to talk about how to reach out to someone you don't know and…ask. You know, “the ask”.Whether it is a sales call, or you would like to inquire about working for them, or working for their company, making a “cold-call” can be an unpleasant and intimidating situation.But it is a tactic that is still used today by many companies to try to get leads or sales, so it does still work.How, though? The key is finding out how to get your foot in the door.There are things you can do, and steps you can take, to make this process more successful for you and less threatening to the stranger you are trying to engage with.This is Networking 101 with MV Braverman. You will probably find a little gem in this interview that will help you out.Shownotes can be found at:howtolife.com/105Support the show

We are continuing on with the theme of being in business for yourself.In the last episode, we talked about how to know when it is time to switch jobs. If that hit home and you are thinking about trying to create your own online business or your own side hustle, I have some help here for you. Trudy Rankin, from Online Business Lift Off, is here to talk about how to get started and how to find the help you need to do it right the first time. A lot of people, me included, tend to freeze when starting something new because we don't know where to start or who to ask for help.This interview is going to help you.You can follow this formula and start off correctly, and save yourself a lot of wasted time and energy.Show Notes at: howtolife.com/104Support the show

How do you know when it is time to switch jobs?Have you ever asked yourself this question?Today we are talking about job satisfaction.Not so long ago, the way people approached their jobs was often... stoically. They had a job, it provided sustenance, and that is just what they did every day for 40 years whether they liked it or not.These days, that attitude has changed. And perhaps it is because it is so much more possible to work for yourself with all that the internet can provide for you. Finding jobs is easier. All sorts of creative jobs are possible.But even so, there is still the mindset of settling for less than what you want or accepting dissatisfaction because of fear or apathy.Or confusion; just not knowing how to go about it.I would like to bring a little clarity about this topic:  How To Know When It Is Time To Switch Jobs.Today, I am speaking with attorney-turned-career coach, Jeremy Cline.He is the host of the podcast, Change Work Life, and he coaches clients on how to do just that. If you are feeling that it might be time for a change, this episode will help you identify the signs and give you the guidance to do it.Show Notes are at:howtolife.com/103Support the show

Today, Tony Bacigalupo is my guest and he and I will be talking about how to make friends and socialize better.Tony is a master at bringing people together. He started Manhanten's first co-working space and discovered how fun it is to bring people together and watch how friends and relationships are created. He has been helping people start co-working communities all over the world since 2007.Do you feel you have sort of lost your groove? You are not alone!It is true that we have recently emerged from quarantine and for sure there is this thing that some people have called the loneliness epidemic. And that it is a major problem affecting a lot of people in the world right now.We feel lonely because we think we don't have friends or a great support group.So how do we break out of that shadow and start being social? Either again or for the first time?Tony is here to offer some things that he has learned and done himself, to help kind of break down the barriers that make it difficult for us to find our people.Show notes can be found at:howtolife.com/102Support the show

In the last podcast I published, Episode 100, I told you that I would be taking a break. And at the time I said it would be two or three weeks.Well, that has turned into three months, but I needed it. So this episode, Episode 101 of the HOW TO LIFE podcast is called, It Is Okay To Take A Break. And it is. Sometimes you need it.What happens if you don't allow yourself that time? Something's going to happen where you will be forced to take a break.So I want to kind of give you some guidance on how to avoid that, how to get out in front of it, and how to recharge so that you can put your best foot forward in the future.For me, it was the last three years of taking on too much and pushing a little too hard. It was a good reminder for me and I can now teach you about it.I'm at a point in my life where I am pretty in tune with my body. I know what works for me. I know what happens if I don't listen to it. I want to share with you some signs that it might be time for you to take a break.I would like to alleviate some of the fears and reasons people give as excuses not to take a break.We will talk about all the good things that DO happen when you take a break and some ideas to help you maximize your downtime. It's not a sign of weakness to take a break. It's actually very smart and it takes strength to do it. And once you start doing it and start recognizing the benefits of it, you will never settle for less again.Make sure to listen to the entire audio portion on your favorite podcast platform. You can watch a bit of the video podcast on YouTube. If you would like to watch the entire video podcast, please join my Patreon for this and other goodies!Show notes: howtolife.com/101Support the show

#100- Welcome to my party! I am celebrating 100 episodes of helping you learn How To Adult!We are all on this adulting journey together, and I am not the only one with information to share.  In this episode, I want you to know that we are all striving, learning, overcoming, and achieving throughout our lives. Everyone is. You can never know it all. But we live in a time where it is so easy to learn, teach and share, and I think that because of that we have the potential to self-actualize faster than ever before. My whole platform is to make you feel okay about where you are right now and give you some information that might help you.So over the last few weeks, I have been asking you, the audience, a few questions about where you are on your adulting journeys. Four questions, actually. So in sharing them, I hope that you hear something that resonates with you. Or that you will realize that you are not the only one who is having some trouble at the moment. Or you might discover something that you didn't even consider or you learned something unexpected. And of course, I want you to recognize and celebrate when you have accomplished something that you were afraid of and be proud of yourself! Acknowledge that win.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=61579085)

#99- This is another one of my NO-Fear episodes because we are going to break down the concept of credit cards, explain their many benefits, really highlight the potential downside, explain how and why so many people get into credit card debt, and how to avoid that.It really just comes down to understanding how this tool works.And who better to explain this than Reid Garcia. Remember, Reid? I interviewed him back in Episode 46 talking about how to prep your kitchen so that you can feed yourself - another huge life skill. On that show he summarized his course, Kick Start Your Kitchen, which is catered to the beginner all the way to the advanced cook, as well. Reid is the founder of Helpful For Life and also teaches life skills that you may have missed earlier in your life. We all have some holes in our adulting arsenal and I think Reid and I make a pretty good team in helping to fill some of those.He is here today to talk about his latest helpful creation called, "Swipe Right: the comprehensive guide to getting the most out of your credit card use".Let's unravel the mystery of credit cards!Show notes can be found at:howtolife.com/099Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=61579085)

#98_ Today we are talking about the benefits of EMDR therapy. We are talking about mental health and how to overcome things that may be holding you back from being the best version of yourself.There are many ways to achieve good mental health. There are many different types of therapies. Different things work for different people.I would like to offer this other therapy that you may not have known about. I didn't know much about it before this interview.It is called EMDR therapy and it is incredibly effective.Rotem Brayer is a certified EMDR therapist and the founder of The Art and Science of EMDR, a platform designed to educate EMDR therapists. And he is in private practice in Denver, Colorado as well.He is here to answer my questions about EMDR. This is a very good summary that will help you learn more about, it and see if it is something you might want to pursue.You never know, this could be the answer you have been looking for.Show Notes at howtolife.com/098Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=61579085)

#97 - Today's topic is about how to face the fear of change. Things are always changing. They have to so that we can grow and expand. Honestly, you would be pretty bored if you didn't shake it up once in a while.Change can be exciting but the unfamiliar is definitely uncomfortable at first. And sometimes, that discomfort may be so bad that you kind of get stuck and stay in what is familiar because at least it is familiar. There are ways to get past the fear of change.Michelle Pontvert is here today with some advice and strategies that you can use to overcome the blocks. They are simple tips that you can definitely follow so that you can enjoy the journey to your new adventure!Show notes at: howtolife.com/097Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=61579085)

#96 - Today we are talking about SELF CARE.That's right. Putting yourself first. Looking out for number one. Creating boundaries. Ooooh, that feels uncomfortable, doesn't it? It sounds so…selfish. To be selfish is considered a negative trait. We have put it in our heads that if we have responsibilities to others and we take some time for ourselves we are being selfish.I would really like to change this perspective. And perhaps this can be best done by describing the action of taking some time for ourselves as SELF CARE instead of selfish.Selfish is not caring about anyone else but you.Self Care is about taking care of yourself first so that you are in the best position to care for others.My guest today is Janine Kenna cohost of the Kind-Hearted Badass Podcast and community. She agrees with me and she and her partner are on a mission to empower everyone to nourish their souls and fuel up. When you are out there giving your all, working hard, solving problems, leading, and caring for others; when the demands on your time are stretched, and that is most of us, you must take care of yourself.You stop and fill up your car tank is on empty. Why wouldn't you do this for yourself?Did you ever think of it that way?In this podcast, Janine will share her message and give you some tips so that you can do it too!Show notes can be found at:howtolife.com/096Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=61579085)

Are you ready for the monthly Storytime edition? March 1 is an especially great day for me because it is my daughter's birthday, so this story is for her. It doesn't matter how old you get, you are never too old for a bedtime story. Today I am reading Madeline, by Ludwig Bemelmans. Why did I love this story so much? I was obsessed with it and all of the Madeline stories.This one is the original. It's short. It's sweet. And it will bring back some fond memories.Thank you for listening to the storytime series. They are well-liked, so I will continue to check in here every month for this special edition podcast.Enjoy this story even more by watching it with the pictures:howtolife.com/madelineSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=61579085)

#95- Parenting a special needs child is a skill that you really cannot train for.No matter how much you try to prepare for adulthood, there are some things that can really throw you for a loop.One of those things is parenthood. That is hard enough. But a whole new set of challenges that you may be facing now is being a parent to a special needs child. But like anything where you are completely in the dark, there is always a light that will help you find your way. And it is my hope that this episode will give you some guidance and support if you are facing this challenge or you want to help someone else who is.My guest today is Wayne Pellitier, the creative director of the branding and web design company Resonant Pixel.Wayne is the father of a child with Malan Syndrome and he talks honestly about the emotions and experiences of having a child with special needs. He also speaks of the community and resources that are available, and how to find what you need. And of course, the many blessing that a child, neurotypical or special needs, brings to your life and this world. Show notes at:howtolife.com/095Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=61579085)

#94_ The topic today is not one that is usually talked about. I don't know why, but there is not much out there about it. Today we are talking about how to settle into a new community.This could be moving to a new country where you will experience perhaps a new language, new culture, homesickness.This could also be beginning a new job, going away to college, or even starting a new school or moving to a new neighborhood.It is usually a bit more difficult than you thought with plenty of discomfort, and feeling out of your element. It is hard to adapt to a new place where you don't know anyone and no one knows you. It is hard to be an outsider.The unfamiliar is uncomfortable.How do you ask for help about this? Is what you may be feeling normal? Is it really a thing?Trudy Rankin is an online business coach in Australia, but she is originally from the Pacific Northwest. She grew up constantly moving as a child and had to learn how to adapt and fit it quickly. She has been in Australia for 30+ years now, but she knows well the feeling of overwhelm and loneliness when you are the new kid on the block. In this interview, she would like to help out those who may be feeling the discomfort of culture shock while setting into a new community.Don't be sad, you're not alone and you will be okay.Show notes at:howtolife.com/094Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=61579085)

#93 - Last week's show was about how to fail successfully, meaning that failure often leads to success.  It is just a learning experience. You don't really know that until some time has passed and you look back and realized that you are where you are because of those past failures and experiences.It often makes you wiser, more resilient, and humble.  These are all good things.Today we are continuing on along the same vein.  This podcast episode is for anyone who is taking the long and winding road through life. It doesn't mean you are lost or will wander forever.I am speaking with Jeff Gargas who is the successful COO of the Teach Better Team which supports and helps teachers increase student engagement and success.It took him some time to get there.This talk is about his journey, but it also about searching, wandering, and yes, failing. It is about reflecting on the experiences in your life, finding meaning in them, and discovering the common denominator behind them. It was through his own experiences that Jeff discovered the common theme; he enjoyed helping others. That was his purpose and he turned that purpose into a very successful business.If you are wandering or feel lost right now, you will be happy to know that nothing is random and you ARE on your way. Show notes at: howtolife.com/093Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=61579085)

#93 - Last week's show was about how to fail successfully, meaning that failure often leads to success. It is just a learning experience. You don't really know that until some time has passed and you look back and realized that you are where you are because of those past failures and experiences.It often makes you wiser, more resilient, and humble.  These are all good things.Today we are continuing on along the same vein. This podcast episode is for anyone who is taking the long and winding road through life. It doesn't mean you are lost or will wander forever.I am speaking with Jeff Gargas who is the successful COO of the Teach Better Team which supports and helps teachers increase student engagement and success.It took him some time to get there.This talk is about his journey, but it also about searching, wandering, and yes, failing. It is about reflecting on the experiences in your life, finding meaning in them, and discovering the common denominator behind them. It was through his own experiences that Jeff discovered the common theme; he enjoyed helping others. That was his purpose and he turned that purpose into a very successful business.If you are wandering or feel lost right now, you will be happy to know that nothing is random and you ARE on your way.Show notes at:howtolife.com/093Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=61579085)

#92 _Living gracefully is so much easier when you are succeeding and everything is going well in your life. It can be a little challenging when you hit some bumps. And it is damn near impossible when you have failed. I won't sugar coat it; failure sucks! The emotions and the feelings of worthlessness, self-pity, heartbreak - they are all real, and they are valid. But as hard as it is to believe at the moment, it can be, and often is, a wonderful opportunity to grow and succeed.I've failed. I have failed big time. Most everyone has. And if it has happened to you, and you are currently licking your wounds, it is my hope that the words you are about to hear will soothe you. Stephan Brezinsky is an entrepreneur who has failed a few times and used the rubble as stepping stones to create his now successful media and marketing business. This is his story of loss to triumph. He talks about the messy middle and honestly answers my questions about the emotions, the aftermath, and how and why he got up and kept going. If you have comments or questions or if Stephan can help you with anything, please feel free to contact him.You can find his contact information, and access or share this episode, in the show notes:howtolife.com/092.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=61579085)

ST 18 - STORY TIME! Everyone gather around and listen to A Chair For My Mother by Vera B. Williams. This month's story is about turning adversity into joy. A young girl and her mother save coins in a jar in order to buy a big comfy chair to sit in after having lost all their possessions in a fire. This is a really uplifting story that focuses on the joyful spirit of loving family and friends.Make sure to check out my YouTube channel where you can see the pictures in this book. They are colorful and bright and make the story even more enjoyable. howtolife.com/chairformomNow, off to sleep or back to life.  See you next month for another Story Time.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=61579085)

#91- This episode is about how to stick with the original goal when pursuing your dreams. No Plan B allowed! But, inevitably, things do start to slow down when fear and self-doubt creep in, which it almost always does. This is an area of adulthood that tends to plague so many of us: giving up on our dreams because of…fear and self-doubt. Those two things derail many from living the life they want to live. If you want what you want then you have to keep that focus! Having an escape plan in case it doesn't pan out is not going to benefit you. It is too good an excuse to bail out!Gabby Braddock is here today to talk about how to position yourself to succeed in your goals. Sometimes you need an outsider's perspective to show you that you are doing great!Gabby is the CEO of No Plan B Consulting. She talks about her own path to success, and how she now helps others stick to their plan and see it through.Whether you have a business that you want to succeed in, or personal goals that you want to reach, Gabby Braddock will convince you to stick to plan A.Show notes can be found at howtolife.com/091

#90 - This has been the month of personal betterment on this show. I didn't plan it, but I like the way it has unfolded.We started off the year talking about goal setting. But how can you set a goal if you feel confused? So the next week we talked about how to get unstuck in life. That was good! We set a goal, we got out of the mud, now to declutter and focus. Last week we learned how to optimize productivity. What do we need to do to make it all stick? Repetition! And in this episode, we are going to discuss what creates a habit. It is not random.The process of forming a habit, good or bad, is the same. It is easy to understand why bad habits are so hard to break when you know how they are formed in the first place.  This process is also why good habits are hard to create. Today, I am speaking with psychotherapist, Rotem Brayer about the science behind a habit and the ways to build a new one.You CAN break out of an old pattern and create a new habit that brings positivity to your life. The power is within you. Shownotes can be found at:howtolife.com/090

# 89- In this podcast, we are continuing with the theme of goal setting. So far this month, we have talked about getting unstuck, we have talked about making a plan, and today we are talking about optimizing your productivity.Yes. This is the part where we put that plan into action and declutter all the ideas and thoughts that are loose in our minds.This is about organizing and prioritizing all the things you want to do and need to do.Michael Baumann is here today to summarize this great system that allows you to get things done!If have a whole bunch of things that need to get done and you don't know how to start, this episode is going to bring you some relief. Show notes at:howtolife.com/089

#88 -  Wondering how to get unstuck in life is a common problem for many people. Boom Vision is the creation of Benjamin Yeh from his diverse background as a serial entrepreneur, corporate executive, investor, and advisor. In this episode, he is going to share his unique perspective about how to gain clarity. Boom Vision can help you unlock your hidden breakthroughs and create a strong mind, body, and soul. Ben is a business and transformation coach. He talks about 6 things that you can develop to help you break through walls and reach seemingly impossible goals.  Boom Vision is all about the balance and rhythm of those 6 things and learning how to tune in to them to gain clarity, purpose, and happiness. It is a unique paradigm that he calls holistic practicality. It focuses on 3 core pillars that will help you build a strong mindset. Benjamin Yeh has such a calm voice and you will enjoy this inspiring episode. All contact information and links can be found at:howtolife.com/0 88

#87 - Since it is a brand new year I am going to talk about goal setting today.Many see the new year as a blank slate. A time to set new goals and actually put some effort into making those goals a reality.And since motivation is usually at a high at this time of year, let's use that momentum to really make those resolutions stick.I have been making a Goals List every year for the last 7 years. Before I started doing it, I just accepted whatever.  It has been a good life, but at that time I didn't know I had a say in how things turned out or that it could be better.So when I decided to give this goal-setting a try, I was shocked at how possible my goals were. I was also shocked when I realized I hadn't been very deliberate about what I wanted in the past. It was like going to a restaurant and saying, “I would like some food please”. You'll just get a blank stare, or whatever. You have to say what you want. The good news is that it is just a formula and it is a mindset thing.And right now is a perfect time to start honing that mindset thing!So, I am going to teach you how to go about setting your goals list.You can use this technique for any timeframe. You can make a list of goals you want to accomplish this year, as I have done, or just one goal you want to achieve this month. You can make it as broad and general or as short and super-specific as you would like. The technique is the same. In order to reach your goals, follow this framework. It is an easy formula and you probably do most of the steps at some point, just not in an organized fashion. So let's get deliberate and focused. Here are 7 things that I do to reach my goals every year. Show notes can be found at:howtolife.com/087

ST 17 - It is time to snuggle up and enjoy DW The Picky Eater by Marc Brown, this month's selection for the How To Life Story Time.Marc Brown is the creator of the Arthur series, a collection of books about Arthur, his sister DW and all of his friends and the adventures they have. Arthur was also turned into a television series. Maybe you have seen it?The book I am reading today, DW The Picky Eater, was a favorite of all four of my children. And honestly, it was one of my favorites to read as well. It still holds up!Did you have a sibling that wouldn't eat anything and was a real pain? Maybe it was you?As you probably guessed, DW is that kid!Enjoy this story.howtolife.com/dw

#86 -This is the How To Life Podcast 2021 Year in Review.This is the 86th episode of the How To Life podcast, and the last show of the year.What can be said about 2021? It was a much better year than 2020! Many things got easier, some fear was diminished, knowledge was gained, and confidence was instilled.And this is what I received; all while doing my best to give these exact things to all of you.You, who turn to How To Life for answers to the many questions about life skills, and about how to be the best version of yourself.I want to make it easy for you. Here is what you will gain from the 2021 reviewMy goal is to let you in on the adulting secrets of life.  I am here to cheer you on, soothe you when needed, and let you know that you are awesome. I also want to remind you that you are doing just fine. We are always learning, and you are right on track.I had a lot of fun with this podcast this year. The episodes are filled with quality information and truly amazing guests. I am so grateful to these wonderful people who generously gave of their time and knowledge. They are all as passionate about helping you learn, grow and thrive, as I am. If you are new to this podcast or missed some shows, here is the How To Life podcast 2021 year in review. A 45-second highlight of each episode. I am proud of each one!It was my first full year producing this show and I think it just keeps getting better and better.I give you the Coaches of the How To Life Podcast Sophmore Class of 2021. 47 coaches, 49 topics - I am so proud of each one. They are really good!Shoutout to the Coaches and to You!As I was putting this episode together and relistening to each show, I was overcome with gratitude for these, kind, sincere, and truly wonderful people. Each one wants to share what they know, help others, and contribute to making this world a better place for everyone. The How To Life Coaches.I also want to thank you, who show up every week and listen to this podcast. Thank you to those who have subscribed, written kind reviews, who have left 5-star ratings, sent me sweet and supportive emails, and who have shared and spread the word. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! Having watched this show launch, shakily ascend every week, and gain strength and speed this year has been a wonder! It makes me want to keep going! This is fun!So…..That is a wrap for 2021. I wish you a New Year that is filled with love and blessings, and joy and confidence!Celebrate big. You are doing a great job in your life! There is much success in store for you!Be safe everyone. 2022 hear we come! We got this!howtolife.com/086

#85 - Today we are talking about transforming education, and how Open Source Learning is an evolving philosophy in meeting the needs of learners in the 21st Century.I am speaking with Dr. David Preston, educator, consultant, and trailblazer in reforming education and changing the way students learn. The traditional way we are taught in school was thrown into turmoil when the pandemic hit. Trying to teach over the internet was a little chaotic at first, there was a little resistance, but most everyone adapted; teachers, students, administrators, parents. We all had to figure it out, and quickly at that. And, overall, it worked. This came as a surprise to many, but not to Dr. Preston. He has been using the public internet to engage and empower students since 2006.Dr. Preston calls it Open Source Learning and his years of success in teaching this way are starting to gain notice. The pandemic proved to many others that this is a viable option to traditional brick and mortar schooling, and may very well be the model for digital transformation in education. It is a fascinating concept and honestly a breath of fresh air when it comes to discussing education for the 21 century.Show notes and links can be found at:howtolife.com/085

#84 - This week's topic is about relationships.As you all know, they are wonderful, but they can be difficult, too. We may happily journey with someone for a while, but our individuality can often lead us to diverge and go our own ways.Relationships are a choice.You can't pick your family, but you can decide how much you want them in your life. Same with you friends.Picking a business partner is a bigger choice. You are investing in an important aspect of your life. A huge aspect of your life.And then the biggest decision is choosing your spouse. You are committing to this one person to be with and love with and build a life with. As beautiful as it is, it's tricky. There is a lot of give and take, ebb and flow, highs and lows.Working with a business partner can be hard enough, but when that business partner is also your spouse, how do you combine the two, protect each one, and make both aspects of those relationships work?Well, I have brought a success story on today. I am speaking with Finley and Brooke Robinson who have figured out how to succeed at both. They have been married for 20 years, have three kids, work together in Brooke's online fitness business and both are building Fin's relationships coaching business.Two vastly different individuals with two different business styles and personalities. How do they do it?Well, listen in and observe the love and respect and the wisdom that they want to share to help you also succeed in working with your spouse. Show notes at:howtolife.com/084

#83 - I haven't done one of these in a while, but today's show is another WHAT AM I GOING TO DO WITH MY LIFE.This is a little series that has organically come into existence where I interview different people and the jobs they do.If you are confused about what you want to do in your life, it is my hope that some of these interviews might help you out.Today, I am speaking with Treasa Edmond about her career as a Ghostwriter.Treasa was my guest a few weeks ago in episode 77. She was on to speak about how writing can help you overcome problems and help you break through walls. In that episode, she mentioned that she is a professional ghostwriter. I found that intriguing and ask her to come back again to go more into detail about that. I think you are really going to enjoy this interview. If you are a writer, or if this is something you are good at and would like to make a career out of it, ghostwriting may be exactly what you are looking for.Find out so  much more about Treasa and ghostwriting at:howtolife.com/083

ST016 -  It is storytime again, and this month I am reading, Mice Twice, by Joseph Low.This book is a classic about an over-confident cat who decides he would like to have his neighbor, Mouse, for dinner.Clever mouse stays one step ahead of Cat as they engage in a cat-and-mouse caper that doesn't end well for Cat.Take a break, or snuggle in for bed, and enjoy this amusing story where the little guy wins.Check out some of these other bedtime stories you might enjoy!Listen to the story and see the pictures!howtolife.com/micetwice

#82 - If you have ever wondered if there is a simple process to write a book, I am happy to tell you that there is!Jake Lang, founder of the Entrepreneur Ridealong is my guest today. Does this name sound familiar? He was the featured coach on my show a year ago in episode 22 where he summarized his process of how to research, validate, and choose the perfect idea for your first online business.Since then, he has written a book on this topic. Is it REALLY a simple process?Yes! You just need a plan! And who better to follow than someone who has a proven track record of entrepreneurial success?Jake has a knack for taking things that seem hard and intimidating and breaking them down into easy, bit-size steps.It was the next logical step in his growing business, and he is here to share with you the simple process to write a book, and let you know you can absolutely do it, too!Whether you are at the beginning of your entrepreneurial journey or you are wondering how to write a book, Jake is sure to encourage and inspire you to go for it.I promise you, you can do this! More info can be found at:howtolife.com/082

#81-  Learning how to communicate with empathy is a skill that can help you be a better communicator.Let me explain.Have you ever gone into a discussion full of purpose and determination only to have it go nowhere because it became a push and pull rather than a give and take? Learning how to communicate better is a challenge for so many people. One of the main reasons it often breaks down is because people want to be right no matter the cost. When you go into a conversation so sure of your rightness, you are cutting off your ability to communicate with empathy. You are not in the frame of mind to listen to the other's point of view so you end up going in circles and wasting your breathe.  This mentality derails and sabotages so many good ideas and resolutions.If you realize you could communicate better, then you made the right choice to listen to this episode.Michael Gerharz is a communication coach. He helps people be seen and heard by their audience.He is here today to explain how to communicate with empathy and why it is more important to GET IT RIGHT, rather than to BE RIGHT.When you communicate with empathy, you show your communication partner respect.Listen in as Dr. Gerharz tells you how to communicate with others respectfully, gracefully, and successfully.  Show notes can be found at:howtolife.com/081

#80- We are talking about fear today, but not about what it is or why it occurs. When it's there, you know it.Fear really gets in the way of us doing things that we really want to do. It happens to all of us, no matter how old you are. It is part of life, it will come up now and then. But the only way to get past fear is to move through it. And having a plan, or a formula, really, is something that will be very helpful for you. The great thing about a formula is that it can be replicated over and over again and applied to all situations that scare you.When you see that you CAN overcome obstacles, and get to do or have or be those things that want, your confidence becomes more solid every time.I really want to convince you of this so I have brought on Wendy Pitts Reeves, a woman who has done so much in her life and has done so by overcoming things that scared her. She knows the joys and challenges of doing what scares you on your way to personal and professional success. And she has a unique formula called the D7 framework for turning courage into confidence.You are brave. You just need a path. This is a really helpful podcast!Show notes can be found at:howtolife.com/080

#79 - If you are dragging your feet on something or you don't know why you can't figure something out, or you don't know where to start, it is often caused by dread, lack of knowledge, intimidation, and ultimately fear.It is hard to find your way out of the dark when you have no idea how to find the light.That's why I am so happy to have Cady Macon on the show today. Cady is a life coach and an intuitive who has created Compass Cards.These are a deck of cards with questions you ask yourself to help you figure out where you are in proximity to the solution to your problem or answer to your question.The framework and process are refreshingly simple yet so powerful.You can find your way out of confusion or darkness by following your own North Star.It is about learning to tune into your intuition, ask the right questions, and trust that YOU know what is best for YOU. Show notes at:howtolife.com/079

#78: We are all on our own journeys, doing things in our own way. But your personal journey doesn't mean you have to be a lone wolf trying to do it all by yourself. Today's episode is about the importance of a vibrant inner circle. My guest is Cara McLauchlan. She is a writer and an encourager (you will find that that is so true). She will tell you, not only how to create your circle, but explain how important these have been in her own life and how allowing these helpers and guides into your life will reflect and remind you of your best self.There is so much help out there for you. You only need to put out the alert, allow help to find you, and let it in. Don't limit your life because you lack belief in your abilities. With the power and strength of your huddle, you can do and be so much more than you thought!Show notes can be found at:howtolife.com/078

ST #15: It is the first of the month which means it is time for another bonus episode of the How To Life podcast!Nothing to learn right now...it is story time! Just a sweet, little story to relax to. And it is a short one today, but with an important message. The book I am reading is called, Guess How Much I Love You, by Sam McBratney.Maybe you didn't hear it enough when you were younger, or you haven't heard it much lately, but you should know how very loved you are. So, take a pause and let this message sink in.Listen to this story and see the pictures at:howtolife.com/guesshowmuchiloveyou

#77  Today's topic is about how to work through a problem you are having or breakthrough your personal wall by writing.It is sometimes nice to talk to others or seek outside help but one of the best ways to help yourself is to write it out. Talk to yourself and listen to what you have to say. Wait! Before you say, I don't know how to do that, or I don't like writing, or I am not a good writer, I have an answer to that. Well, my guest today does.Treasa Edmond is a ghostwriter and a writing coach and she is here today to tell you many of the benefits writing can bring to your life. Even if you are not a wordsmith or a poet, if you can speak then you can express yourself, problem-solve, overcome obstacles, and manifest your dreams by writing it all down. It is so much easier to look at what is going on in your life when you get it out of your head and put it on paper. Treasa will tell you how easy it really is.Show notes for this episode can be found at:howtolife.com/077

#76 - Today we are talking about marriage. Marriage is still a goal for most people. But, I often think that it is entered into with a “happily ever after” mentality; that it will be automatically blissful forever.But like everything organic, it is a growing, morphing, changing entity just like the people who are in it. It changes because of those growing, morphing, changing people who are in it. So, in order to preserve it, you have to make it a priority. When you make it a priority and set the intention to keep it shiny while everything around it changes, you have lined yourself up for success. It is not hard to do, it is just a skill set that can be learned. We are not taught this because many don't about it themselves.It can be learned the hard way, through experience and hard knocks, but now, with the wonder of information at our fingertips, it is readily available for those who seek it. I am speaking with Eric Wooten, who is a couples counselor, and together with his wife Jill, is the founder of Altared Marriage which aims to help couples nurture their bond and thrive in their marriage. I hope this podcast comes at the right time for you. I hope it gives you a direction if you are at a crossroads. And as always, I hope it gives you the impetus to learn more, and be better than you were yesterday.Show notes for this episode can be found at:howtolife.com/076

#75: Today I am speaking with Master Sarah Chung, a 6th dan taekwondo black belt and winner of multiple international medals for her sport, including gold in the Asian Championships in 1992. She also has a master's degree and is working on her Ph.D. She has written a book. She is a teacher, a coach, a referee, an entrepreneur. As you can tell she is good at everything she does! How does she do it?There are many steps, but they are finite and manageable. It's a formula, really.And right now Master Chung is going to summarize these steps that are from her book, Master your Mind, Master you Life: How to Achieve Greatness.Show notes can be found at:howtolife.com/075

#74 - Of all the milestones in your adult life, getting a job is one of the big ones. It can be stressful and then sometimes disappointing because it ends up not being all that you had hoped it would beWouldn't it be awesome, though, If you could find a job that provides you not only money, but purpose, job satisfaction, respect, and allows you the freedom to do all those things that you want to do outside of your job?It is possible! Most people don't know this because they only focus on getting a job first -any job- and not considering what they want in the other areas of their life.That is what Jette Stubbs is here to talk about today. Jette will tell you the story of how she, as an international student, had 90 days after graduation to find a job or be forced to leave the country. Pressure like that often drives us to rise to the occasion and Jette did just that by creating a formula that led her to find the perfect job that not only allowed her to stay in the country but fulfilled all the other things that were important in her life.She calls it the Happy Career Formula, and she is helping hundreds of people find their own perfect job and live the life of their dreams.Listen learn how you can do it too!Show notes for this episode can be found at:howtolife.com/074

ST #14 - I have another storytime for you! Every month, I downshift on one day from putting out content to help take the fear out of adulting.Nothing to learn right now, all you have to do is just sit back or snuggle up and listen as I read you a story.Remember how fun that was? Today's story is Bedtime For Frances. Do you remember this one? Were you the kid who stalled and did everything to stay up? Do you have any of your own who do this?Take a few minutes now to do nothing but listen to this cute story.Follow along with the pictures!howtolife.com/frances

#73- Are you are ready to start getting rid of some stuff that you have been dragging around for quite a while?Not sure? I have some questions for you:Is your closet jammed packed with clothes yet you feel like you have nothing to wear?Does the sight of your closet feel overwhelming and stressful?Do you dream of a way to lighten your load, clear some space, have a peaceful, calm closet, and still have plenty to wear?Yes? Does that sound great?I like minimalism. I like the concept of decreasing waste and getting rid of stuff, which for me decreases stress.An added benefit is that this mindset crosses over to many aspects of your life. Not just your clothes! You can apply it to your kitchen tools, cleaning products, office supplies, food, and your finances! Everything in your life.Melissa Neacato joins me today to talk about the question, what is a capsule wardrobe?What is it actually?It is a way to decrease your clutter.She is going to discuss a couple of key components from her webinar that she offers once a month on how to create your own capsule wardrobe. Melissa was a guest on this show a while back in Episode 40, What the Heck is a 401 K?  She has a sweet and soothing way of breaking down potentially scary stuff, and walking you through the resistance. She is here again, this time, to help take the fear out regarding downsizing your closet. Show notes can be found at:howtolife.com/073

#72 - Today is a solo show and  I want to talk about your health, or rather, how to get it back when you get sick or worse - get some bad news or a bad diagnosis.First, let me give you some background about me and how I view the body and its ability to recover.I have been a chiropractor for 29 years. I have seen a lot of injuries, a lot of poor health, and a lot of amazing recoveries, as well.I was an elite athlete in my youth and am currently a high-level athlete now. I have personally experienced my fair share of injuries.I am, and always have been, a very healthy person.  I am very health-minded. I am pretty good at convincing others of their wellness. Because I am so sure of what I know, and I see others as well and whole already regardless of the state they are currently in, they sort of pick up on that when they are under my care, and the great majority of the time they get better. I don't heal anyone. I just help them calm down a bit and give them coaching on how to help themselves, and then I can facilitate the healing process. I am just a helper.And so right now, I would like to give you that same coaching and guidance to help you help yourself recover from whatever less-than-optimal health situation you may be facing now or in the future.Here are 8 steps you can take to align with wellness and start healing your body.Show notes can be found at:howtolife.com/072

#71 - There are so many paths to take in your life and many of you are on the college path. It is a great path to be on, but in order to make the most of it and really enjoy the journey, there are some deliberate steps that you can take to make a smooth transition from high school to college and into your career.There is a real need for a guided and orgainzied system that helps students make smart and informed decisions when it comes to the question, “what do I want to do with my life?”Like basic life skills, there has not been a lot of information and help to get you started, and through, the college process, but that is beginning to change. My guests today are Greg and Beth Langston.  For the last 20 years, Beth and Greg have empowered students to master their self-discovery, allowing them to successfully activate their life's purpose. They are successful professionals in their own right, successful parents, and successful entrepreneurs in the business they created together called the College Flight Plan.Very often college is extended to 5 or even 6 years or longer and it is largely due to switching majors and not knowing what you want to do. Many people go into college with the intention of figuring it out while there, but it is tremendously expensive to do it this way. Perhaps you don't know that at first because the money is there from your student loans, but that loan can become a ball and chain that follows you around long after you have left college if you don't have a definite plan in place.The College Flight Plan is a process that allows you to discover and identify things about yourself before you enter college so that you have a more direct and solid foundation from the start.  Start smart, start early, and finish on time! All the links for The College Flight Plan can be found in the show notes:howtolife.com/071

#70 - Although there are many practical things that must be learned and completed in adulthood, personal development and learning how to be your best self is an ongoing refinement that lays a foundation and sets the tone for how you approach everything in your world.We create habits in life. Everything we do, and how we are, is a habit. How we walk, our quirks, our posture, what we eat, vices, virtues. They become who we are because we practice these things over and over again. And one of the most destructive habits that virtually everyone carries to some degree is habitual, negative self-talk. Most people do not even realize that they are doing it. It ranges from seemingly harmless statements like, “Ugh, I'm so bad at math”  to really detrimental words of self-degradation.Perhaps this habit goes unnoticed because it's just words, or maybe you think you will be motivated to change by putting yourself down, or it is what you have heard your whole life so you believe this must be who you are.My guest today is Cheyne Towers. He is one of the creators of The Dialogue of Self-Liberation (TDSL). This is a simple yet powerful system to free yourself from the damaging effects of negative, habitual self-talk and leave it in the past. When you make the connection, that the stories you tell yourself and the thoughts you think about yourself, are at the core of blockages in your life, you can then begin to change your life in a positive and loving way.  Life begins to feel lighter, decisions become easier and you will naturally become kinder towards yourself and, therefore, others.TDSL is a life skill! I am so excited about this topic and I hope that after hearing this interview with Cheyne Towers you will be inspired to think and speak differently to the person that matters most: YOU.Show notes for this episode can be found at:howtolife.com/070

ST #13 - Have you ever made a wish without really thinking it through?This month's story is about just that. Sylvester finds a magic pebble that can make wishes come true. But when a lion frightens him on his way home, Sylvester makes a wish that brings unexpected results.Enjoy this sweet story, of love, hope, and gratitude.Find this show directly at:howtolife.com/sylvester

#69- How well do you communicate with others? Are you able to define what you want and express that clearly? Or do you throw out some words and hope the other person interprets them as you meant? I am going to say that the root of a lot of problems, discord, drama, confusion, etc is poor communication.Effective communication is a life skill.  To master this skill you must learn to put intention into it, remove emotion from it, and know what outcome you ultimately want.  And you must learn to listen as well. It is not just a skill, it is an art, and there are tools and techniques you can use to help you become better at this.Today you will be hearing from Karen Brown Tyson who is a PR and communications consultant, a writing coach, blogger, and author. We are about to have a great discussion about how to communicate effectively. Karen has some great tips to help you get started in practicing your communication skills. It is a constant practice that will allow you to constantly improve.We are also going to talk about how to handle difficult questions and situations in your job. Good communication can help you land jobs, keep jobs, leave jobs, and it spills over into your interpersonal relationships as well. Find out how effective communication is central to a happy and content life.Show notes at:howtolife.com/069

#68 - How many of you are prepared for a natural disaster or an unexpected emergency? How many of you have a plan that if your family should become separated you all know where to go, who to contact, and what to do until you are reunited? I don't need an answer because I know it is few of you. And even if you think you are pretty sure you could handle it if an emergency should occur, I bet you probably could use a brush up on some of the points my guest is going to speak about. Joining me today is Chris Gilmour aka Chris Outdoors. Chris is an outdoor educator and consultant. He teaches people about self-reliance and emergency preparedness. He also mentors individuals and staff on deep nature awareness and working with nature as the ultimate guide towards human potential, resiliency, ecological stewardship, and self-development. That is such a good description and what a purpose!One of his amazing courses is called Survive The Storm which is a 7-day gamified e-course. I took this course and I learned a ton. It is so well done, and Chris presents the information in such a fun, interactive way. We are going to talk about the importance of having a plan and learning how to use your senses, intuition, and the skills and preplanning you will learn to keep yourself and your family safe in case of an emergency. Get ready for a mind-opening discussion. Show notes can be found at:howtolife.com/068