Living As You

We all know what it's like to feel constrained in some way. Whether restricted by family or a job, the freeness of truly spreading our wings and taking flight is second to none. Today on Living As You, we sit down with a fearless self-starter and the current Director of Administration for the Inspiring Children Foundation, Irene Frazier. In our interview, we discuss Irene's journey from Taiwan, family sacrifices, and the discernment process when choosing which passions to follow. If you are at a crossroads in life, then this episode was created specifically for you. _________________________ Irene Frazier https://www.linkedin.com/in/irene-frazier-b726b213/ https://inspiringchildren.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

Have you ever realized that you are not your thoughts? Mental Performance Coach, Derick Grant, would attest that you are the awareness behind your thoughts, not the thoughts themselves. The former Globetrotter and current speaker is a giant believer that stillness and awareness of one's thoughts is where the magic of life exists. This week on Living As You, we sat down with the mindfulness coach to talk life perceptions, releasing expectations, and the power of belief. Everything that you are looking for is within you at this very moment. _________________________ Derick Grant https://www.dgmindset.com/ http://www.derickgrantbasketball.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dgmindset/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/derick-grant-results/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

What gives you hope in the hardest of times? Is it a future event? A family member or friend? This week on Living As You, we sit down with a warrior who has chosen hope amidst poverty, tragedies, and multiple natural disasters. Gary Pierre is a rising senior at Franciscan University, collegiate tennis player, and master of six languages. Whether speaking with the US Congress or interning with the United Nations, this courageous leader is changing the world through humility and hope. Enjoy a conversation on daily sacrifice, ultimate forgiveness, and the importance of giving back. _________________________ Gary Pierre https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-us-rebuild-our-familys-future?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_campaign=m_pd+share-sheet https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-pierre-/ https://franciscanathletics.com/sports/mens-tennis/roster/gary-pierre/3827 https://inspiringchildren.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

What's one of the hardest things about showing up to work every day? Appreciating the monotonous challenges that every job entails. Our Living As You guest of the week, Lindsay Allen, would attest that consistency and valuing the grind are two actions that will bring anyone greater fulfillment in their profession. This week, we sit down with the WNBA basketball player and Indiana Fever star to talk family influences, positive mindsets, and pre-game mindfulness. If you've never chatted with the Notre Dame alum, get ready for an impactful and story-filled conversation. _________________________ Lindsay Allen https://www.wnba.com/player/lindsay-allen/ https://www.thenexthoops.com/p/lindsay-allen-key-role-indiana-fever-culture https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5sZjSS0UDg&ab_channel=IndianaFever https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lindsay_Allen

At this moment in time, you are on your own unique life adventure, an experience that Joseph Campbell coined “The Hero's Journey.” Whether you're advancing towards a call or encountering a trial, James McGee would argue that following what's right is the secret towards conquering the journey of life. This week on “Living As You,” we sit down with the former Irish professional tennis player and current Inspiring Children Foundation Staff Member to discuss life's purpose, the art of meditation, and the joy in letting go of thoughts. Enjoy a conversation of professional tennis stories and mindfulness wisdom. _________________________ James McGee https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_McGee_(tennis) https://twitter.com/jamesmcgee01?lang=en https://www.instagram.com/jamesmcgee01/ https://www.atptour.com/en/players/james-mcgee/mg47/overview

When was the last time you felt awe? Have you ever simply stopped and taken a second to soak in your life up until this point? As Kelly Price would say, enjoying the journey is absolutely everything. Today on the “Living as You” Podcast, we share a wonderful conversation with the entrepreneur and speaker about surviving the adversity of life, paying attention to essential details, and trusting that everything happens when it's supposed to happen. Is the journey or destination more important to you? _________________________ Kelly Price https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyjoprice/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XETAJYEzBns&ab_channel=AdvancedDealerSolutions https://www.changinglivesfound.org/ https://www.johnmaxwell.com/

How often do you think about the choices you make and where your input is coming from? Is it your intuition guiding your path? Or your mind? To Inspiring Children Foundation Intern, Ricky Sypert, our power lies in how we choose to respond to the adversity of life. This week on the “Living As You” Podcast, we sit down with the rising UNLV senior and tennis manager to discuss building momentum upon right choices and the essence of saying “no” in order to say “yes.” With thousands of choices every day, each of us have an opportunity to begin choosing what's right at this very moment. It starts now. _________________________ Ricky Sypert https://inspiringchildren.org/ https://unlvrebels.com/sports/mens-tennis/roster/staff/ricky-sypert/25 https://www.instagram.com/rickysypert/?hl=en

How do you feel about the medical care that you receive? What changes would you make if you had the opportunity? According to health advocate and author, Dan Pelino, the quality of our care can largely depend on the personal relationships we have with our health care providers. This week on “Living As You,” we share a conversation with the founder of the “Everyone Matters” enterprise on how to better personalize health care, create value-based services, and listen to the magical force of our intuition. Taking a proactive approach to health care could be the very thing that saves your life. Time to start now! _________________________ Dan Pelino https://everyonemattersonline.com/about-us/ https://missionmatters.com/future-of-healthcare-with-dan-pelino/ https://www.melanieparish.com/dan-pelino-on-the-right-ingredients-that-make-up-healthcare-leadership/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-pelino-85501812/

When was the last time you opened up to somebody about a mental health struggle or a challenge in life? To Noah Rubin, vulnerability and life stories have the power to shift our culture towards greater connections and less loneliness. This week on Living As You, we sit down with the professional tennis player and founder of “Behind The Racquet,” a mental health platform designed to allow tennis players a chance to share their life stories. Enjoy an action-packed conversation on self-belief, reality of professional tour life, and the power of stories. _________________________ Noah Rubin https://behindtheracquet.com/ https://www.espn.com/tennis/story/_/id/29178989/on-racquet-noah-rubin-brings-tennis-players-mental-emotional-struggles-focus https://www.instagram.com/noahrubin33/?hl=en https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/behind-the-racquet-pod/id1296708933

Do you believe in the power and ripple effect of small actions? What about a life dedicated to making the world a better place? In Jeremy Dorsey's case, this phenomenon became most evident when he lost his Dad to cancer. This week on Living As You, the fitness entrepreneur and Atlanta Braves Baseball Operations Fellow shares stories of his Dad's influence and positive impact on his own life. Get ready to dive into the influence of family, importance of physical health, and life-changing nature of habits. _________________________ Jeremy Dorsey https://www.dorseyhealthyliving.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dorseyhealthyliving/?hl=en https://open.spotify.com/show/0bW3jkQ3POCRCqJIZ8C4Gj https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremydorsey9/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

Do you remember a certain teacher who positively impacted you in school? Who pushed you to think more about life as opposed to just a particular subject? To many, this figure of inspiration has been Chris Stevens. The University of Notre Dame Professor of Business and founding member of Keurig is on a mission to prepare his students for life outside the classroom. This week on Living As You, we explore principles of leadership, a process of building trust, and the importance of self-belief with the ND alum. Enjoy! _________________________ Chris Stevens https://poetsandquantsforundergrads.com/2018/02/28/chris-stevens-not-average-b-school-prof/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoKS-U1kdwo&ab_channel=NDLoyal https://esteem.nd.edu/faculty/chris-stevens/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-stevens-01761616/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

When was the last time you felt completely “in the zone?” What if I told you that you could intentionally achieve this state whenever you wanted. This week, we sat down with modeler and flow expert, John Lenhart, on the Living As You Podcast to discuss ways of entering flow state and the biological operating system of our brain. If you’re ready to get in the zone, it’s time to learn how to toggle between intentional focus and lack of control. Welcome to the flow! _________________________ John Lenhart https://www.myflowcess.com/team/john-lenhart https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-lenhart-37a3a642/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lSWVONzvHo&ab_channel=SarahNewberry https://www.myflowcess.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

When you walk into the arena of life, what tools do you carry? What mindset do you possess? This week, we sat down with current United States Tennis Association President & CEO, Katrina Adams to explore these questions on the “Living As You” Podcast. In our conversation, the former professional tennis player and author of the book “Own The Arena” shares her story of breaking barriers, learning from tournament losses, and remaining laser focused on life goals on & off the tennis court. Time to grab a bandana and prepare for battle! _________________________ Katrina Adams https://katrinamadams.com/about https://www.usta.com/en/home/about-usta/usta-leadership/national/katrina-adams.html https://www.instyle.com/politics-social-issues/badass-women/katrina-m-adams-tennis-equality-fight https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txdt3251jnQ&ab_channel=GoodMorningAmerica --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

When you think of the word “graceful,” who’s the first person that comes to mind? Gandhi? Mother Teresa? To speaker and writer, Jenn Drakes, grace and gratitude are two of the most powerful values each of us could embody. In this week’s interview, we sat down with the author of “Aladdin Carpets” and host of the podcast “One Life Fully Lived” to talk releasing comparisons, asking the deeper questions, and moving to your own beat. Who’s ready for the "G Squared" Attitude! _________________________ Jenn Drakes https://www.jenndrakes.com/ https://onelifefullylived.libsyn.com/live-16-one-life-fully-lived_the-many-masks-we-wear-with-host-jenn-drakes https://www.brainzmagazine.com/post/a-fresh-perspective-on-innovation https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenndrakes/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

What does the universe sound like? Do our senses truly experience the full extent of reality? To Murray Hidary, music is the mystical tool that can allow each of us to more fully connect with the infinite universe. This week, we sat down with the entrepreneur, pianist, and composer to explore Zen teachings, broken hearts, and a quest for belonging. Despite the abilities our five senses, how much of our world have we actually never encountered? Tune in to find out. _________________________ Murray Hidary https://www.murrayhidary.com/ https://www.mindtravel.com/ https://www.ted.com/talks/murray_hidary_mindtravel_a_musical_visual_journey https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OrrYu45o_3k&ab_channel=Simulation --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

How often do you think about hydration? What about the science behind consuming a glass of water? This week on Living As You, we explore the world of hydration with entrepreneur, researcher, and wellness advocate, John Sherwin. From physiological operating systems to the pure joy of creation, John shares the founding story behind his hydration company, Hydrant, and invites each of us into a daily friendship with our bodies. It’s time to grab some electrolytes and drink up! _________________________ John Sherwin https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHs712TaKi8&ab_channel=ArmanAssadi https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gn8fPoPUrDU&ab_channel=StartingSmallPodcast https://www.drinkhydrant.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnfsherwin/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

Have you ever tried to view yourself in the 3rd person? What about objectively treat yourself as someone you’ve never met before? In this week’s “Living As You” conversation, we explore the idea of perspective and mindset shifts with comedian, film writer, and creative designer, Jennifer Jane. Between climbing mountains and baking cakes, the screen producer has made it her life goal to change the world through humor and kindness. Welcome to a discussion on releasing fears, crafting plans, and letting go of self-critical thoughts. _________________________ Jennifer Jane http://www.jennyofthejane.com/ https://eatpropergood.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0KTfuldZB8k&ab_channel=ChargedFilm https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennyofthejane/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

When you were a child, who inspired you? How did this person go on to shape your life and the decisions you've made? In Stan Wilcox’s view, each of us have the power and opportunity every day to serve the next generation of leaders, educators, and athletes. In this week’s “Living As You” podcast discussion, we sat down with the current Executive Vice President of Regulatory Affairs at the NCAA to talk cooperation between parties, preparation for the moments of infinite possibility, and myths of the NCAA. Welcome to the National Collegiate Athletic Association. _________________________ Stan Wilcox https://www.athleticdirectoru.com/video/managing-college-athletics-national-level-ncaa-stan-wilcox/ https://www.ncaa.org/about/resources/media-center/news/stan-wilcox-named-executive-vice-president-regulatory-affairs https://www.linkedin.com/in/stan-wilcox-4a3b8912/ https://und.com/former-irish-basketball-player-stan-wilcox-named-deputy-director-of-athletics-2/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

In a world of great distraction and temptation, what keeps you rooted in your values? What is your life foundation built upon? This week on “Living As You,” we sit down with a Jesuit educator of 51 years and former President of Jesuit High School in Portland, Oregon, John Gladstone. A graduate of Xavier University, John has built his life bedrock upon a loving family of 7 siblings and two wonderful parents. In our conversation today, we explore the importance of faith, the power of presence, and the compassion of the greatest servant leaders of our world. _________________________ John Gladstone https://pamplinmedia.com/pt/9-news/271057-145667-jesuit-high-school-president-john-gladstone-makes-the-grade https://pamplinmedia.com/bvt/15-news/313357-191813-jesuit-says-farewell-to-gladstone https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-gladstone-532a88172/ http://www.jesuitportland.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

Have you ever heard of shoe school? What about a company that was created around the sport of tennis? We recently had the great pleasure of sitting down with Ian Hamilton, a 26 year Board Chairman of US & Canada Sports Camps and 13 year Nike Global Director of Tennis Sports Marketing. Today’s Living As You episode breaks down Nike’s founding philosophies, Ian’s kidney transplant, and the fundamental idea that everyone has a story. Enjoy! _________________________ Ian Hamilton https://underreviewtennis.com/episode/ian-hamilton/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-hamilton-bbaaa61/ https://www.nonboxpdx.com/ianhamilton https://www.baseline-performance.com/team1 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

What aspect of your daily profession gives you joy? Is it the relationships? A particular opportunity? The chance to create? To human performance specialist, Chris Knerl, pursuing the things that we love is essential to finding purpose in life. Today on Living As You, we sit down with the former US Air Force Special Operations Human Performance Director and current Performance Manager at Howard Head Sports Medicine to discuss intentionality, building trust among colleagues, and living with grit. It's time for some epic sport science and personality. _________________________ Chris Knerl https://www.howardhead.org/staff/chris-knerl https://www.pressconnects.com/story/sponsor-story/uhs/2016/07/18/student-athletes-condition-like-pros-military/87085412/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Avr1ehUlw2U&ab_channel=UHSOrthopedicandSportsMedicine https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-knerl-41283b33/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

What is your definition of the word, "home?" Is it a place? A country? A culture? To Carlos Homedes, a former Nike Global Vice President and travel extraordinaire, home is where each of our hearts exist. This week on Living As You, we share a conversation with the global leader and tennis champion on the power of travel, vulnerability, and connection across cultures. Despite physical separations by water or land, our desire to live, laugh, and experience life to the fullest transcends any border that could ever exist in our world today. _________________________ Carlos Homedes https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlos-homedes-3ba7401 https://www.tradesport.com/ANY/20060908/entrevista-a-carlos-homedes-dg-de-american-nike.aspx https://www.diariovasco.com/20080213/economia/recursos-humanos-diferencian-companias-20080213.html https://popsop.com/2012/05/nike-football-introducing-the-%E2%80%98my-time-is-now%E2%80%99-campaign/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

Do you remember the last time you truly laughed with joy? What is it about laughter that seems to make it the best medicine of all? In today’s Living As You episode, we sit down with hospital clown, international mime, and professional comedian, Albert Alter. After time with Ringling Bros & Barnum and Bailey Circus, the performer has made it a lifelong goal to share humor and joy with every single person he encounters. Welcome to a story encapsulating the beautiful moments of grace and meaning that life offers us every day. _________________________ Albert Alter http://www.hospitalclown.com/archives/vol-12/clem-all.pdf https://www.ya-or.org/blog/2013/05/featured-artist-albert-alter file:///Users/patrickquinn/Downloads/AMA%20Bio%20info%202%20(1).pdf file:///Users/patrickquinn/Downloads/AMA%20Bio%20info%202%201.pdf --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

What if I told you that it wasn’t the type of adversity that defines each of us, but how we respond? Current WNBA Fever basketball star, Lauren Cox, would argue that challenges present one of the greatest opportunities to make an impact. We recently sat down with the Baylor graduate on “Living As You” to discuss her battle with Type 1 diabetes and the importance of bringing a fierce determination to the every day battles of life. It's time to use adversity as a launching pad to change this world for the better. _________________________ Lauren Cox https://www.theplayerstribune.com/articles/lauren-cox-baylor-wnba-draft-basketball https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Haag-bRMjm8&ab_channel=DFWInsideHighSchoolSports https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/basketball/wnba/fever/2020/06/20/fever-rookie-lauren-cox-competitor-inspiration-read-return-basketball/3144036001/ https://www.wnba.com/player/lauren-cox/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

When was the last time you took a moment to reflect on the deeper questions of life? How much more impactful and purposeful did that make your personal experience on this Earth? This week on Living As You, we sat down with Holy Cross priest and scholarly theologian, Father Kevin Grove. From emphasizing the importance of taking leaps within a community to helping others find peace of mind amidst the uncertainty of life, Father Kevin has transformed his experiences at Cambridge and the University of Notre Dame into a concrete discernment of the deeper questions of life. Get ready for a deep dive into greatness! _________________________ Kevin Grove https://theology.nd.edu/people/kevin-g-grove/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ufuPgwg9Yxw https://ndias.nd.edu/fellows/grove-kevin-g/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6zGjoygaRU&ab_channel=deNicolaCenterforEthicsandCulturendethics --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

Global Vietnamese peace activist, Thich Nhat Hanh once famously said, “Live the actual moment. Only this actual moment is life.” To a similar figure of justice, Greg Carpinello, presence is cultivated by abundantly loving the moment right now. The Executive Director of the Pacific Northwest Jesuit Volunteer Corps has embraced a life philosophy of discernment and has committed himself to helping others immerse themselves in faith-filled values. In a recent “Living As You” conversation, we had the privilege of sitting down with the avid marathoner to talk purpose, unity, and mindfully living a life of fulfillment. _________________________ Greg Carpinello https://jvcnorthwest.org/staff/greg-carpinello/ https://ignatiansolidarity.net/blog/author/gcarpinello/ https://www.catholicsentinel.org/Content/News/Local/Article/Jesuit-Volunteer-Corps-Northwest-has-new-leader-/2/35/38846 https://dorothydaycfj.wordpress.com/tag/greg-carpinello/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-carpinello-15634566/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

How often do you think about the most vulnerable populations in this world? Perhaps the individuals living alongside of you, but in a completely different state of health, privilege, or circumstance? For the current Executive Director of Blanchet House, Scott Kerman, forgetting about these communities is not an option. The former Criminal Defense attorney and University of Portland professor is intent on restoring visibility to the most vulnerable of our community, especially those without shelter. Today’s Living As You episode encapsulates Scott’s mission to empower self-belief, support one another with unconditional compassion, and beyond all things, fight for the most vulnerable in our population. _________________________ Scott Kerman https://blanchethouse.org/staff-page/scott-kerman/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-kerman-pdx/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pH-iLadzC70&ab_channel=BlanchetHouse https://materdeiradio.com/morning-blend-guest-scott-kerman-blanchet-house-10/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

When you think of changing the world, whose lives do you envision benefiting? Entrepreneur Mike Rubino is intent on impacting our local communities. The communication guru has made local communities a priority his entire life. From creating his own consulting firm, Impact Forward, to inspiring world leaders to engage more locally, Mike is on a mission to empower the communities that many people overlook. Get ready for an unreal “Living As You” conversation on perseverance, launching diversity, and shattering the mold of what’s possible. _________________________ Mike Rubino https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-j-rubino/ https://medium.com/@michaelrubino2018/stakeholders-and-micromobility-in-big-cities-3f14c04cc58f https://medium.com/@michaelrubino2018/how-chamath-palihapitiya-and-social-capital-can-revive-forgotten-america-fde42ce9804b https://everydayentrepreneur.co/articles/i-am-michael-rubino/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-quinn89/support

As a human species, are we more similar or different? After 31 years as a Nike innovator, current entrepreneur and creator of the Tribella Aerator, Skip Lei, would contend that we’re more connected than we think, despite our perceived differences. In this week’s “Living As You” conversation, we sat down with the hilarious inventor to discuss the joy in living one’s unique life, the importance of establishing personal values, and the essence of resetting our moral compass. Think about your own compass. Where does it currently point? _________________________ Skip Lei https://www.linkedin.com/in/skip-lei-4a891b https://www.tribellawine.com/whytribella https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Guy-Diet-Skip-Lei/dp/1483402037 https://solecollector.com/news/2017/05/ortholite-insoles-nike-skip-lei

How do you create change? When is the right time to act? Current Emergency Medical Technician, Patrick Bancke, would say that change starts when awareness speaks. The President of Nepal Medics has been enacting change for over 25 years in rural emergency medical services, cumulating in the creation of Nepal Medics. Whether it’s embracing the uncertainty of life or taking the time to forge personal relationships, Patrick has committed himself to taking every opportunity to empower communities across the globe. Change starts now. It begins with a single person. It starts with you. _________________________ Patrick Bancke https://nepalmedics.org/ https://www.facebook.com/NepalMedics/ https://www.oregonrealestateexperts.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-bancke-7729233a/

What is a fundamental aspect of life that our human minds desire when battling a challenge? Control. Without this power in our hands, our rational minds cannot comprehend a future of doubt and uncertainty. But what if actually relinquishing control to the Universe was the very thing that allowed us to overcome our barriers? Today on “Living As You,” we sit down with orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Sanjeev Bhatia, to discuss relinquishing this control, staying calm in the heart of battle, and the future of modern medicine. It’s time to lift the weight of the world off of our shoulders. _________________________ Sanjeev Bhatia https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanjeevbhatiamd/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxvQCoIOU0M&ab_channel=NorthwesternMedicine https://health.usnews.com/doctors/sanjeev-bhatia-712133

Ask yourself a single question, “Am I the same person in front of the camera as I am behind the scenes?” To many, this poses a difficult challenge - resisting the temptation to act differently depending on who’s watching. In Mike Nakajima’s experience, personal character is defined by a person's actions when nobody is watching. On today’s “Living As You” podcast episode, we sat down with the former Nike Director of Tennis Sports Marketing to talk relationships, integrity, and authenticity behind the curtain. You don't know who's watching when the spotlight isn't shining brightly... _________________________ Mike Nakajima https://www.stitcher.com/show/sports-business-radio/episode/mike-nakajima-former-nike-director-of-tennis-for-u-s-sports-marketing-55077416 https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-nakajima-440667140/ https://www.baseline-performance.com/team1

Webster’s Dictionary defines purpose as “the aim or goal of a person.” How would you define it? Dr. Allison Barber would describe purpose as “taking it to the hoop” and paving the way for future generations. The Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense and current CEO of the Indiana Fever has been taking it to the hoop for a long time. In today’s episode, we dive into her 8-career journey and the importance of adaptability & building competences. Who’s ready to slam it home?! _________________________ Dr. Allison Barber https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/2019/05/13/pentagon-saddam-husseins-palace-fever-president-allison-barber/1090041001/ https://fever.wnba.com/news/allison-barber-named-president-and-coo-of-fever-tamkia-catchings-named-vp-of-basketball-operations/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/allison-barber-phd-06201a2/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jttzIweb99E&ab_channel=IndianaFever

When faced with a decision to confront extraordinary suffering, how do you respond? Do you turn away or do you embrace it? Dr. Fleet Maull chose to serve. Amidst a 14 year period of incarceration, the 2-time author and renowned speaker established an inward practice of mindfulness that has allowed him to positively impact thousands of lives to this day. On today’s “Living As You” episode, we break down Dr. Maull's story and the concepts of a mindful presence, absolute ownership, & never ever giving up… _________________________ Fleet Maull www.heartmindinstitute.co/nsm-foundation www.bestyear.life www.radicalresponsibilitybook.com www.fleetmaull.com www.prisonmindfulness.org www.mindfulpublicsafety.org www.engagedmindfulness.org www.npha.org

How do you respond to rejection? To those who share judgement and hate as opposed to love? In Tina Sugandh’s playbook, the answer is not anger, but love & compassion. Today’s “Living As You” episode features the story of how the international Bollywood star & multi-faceted musician has embraced a life philosophy of living authentically and openly without listening to the haters. It’s time we put on the blinders and fearlessly live according to our own heart & values all while blocking out the "noise" around us... _________________________ Tina Sugandh https://medium.com/authority-magazine/bravos-newlyweds-star-becomes-a-mom-on-top-sensation-62c3c3560f14 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tina_Sugandh https://www.instagram.com/tinasugandh/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rffqp813kLY&ab_channel=TinaSugandh https://momontopshop.com/

When was the last time you shared a vulnerable conversation? A discussion that left you feeling fulfilled and grateful to have been fully heard? On today’s “Living As You” episode, we took a seat with a tremendous educator, passionate communicator, and authentic creator, Matt Williams, to explore the freeness of vulnerability, the benefits of authenticity, and essence of one-on-one encounters. It’s time to cultivate a space of vulnerability and allow you to experience the resulting freeness… _________________________ Matt Williams https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattwilliams1996/ https://medium.com/@mwilli/experimenting-with-joy-5954e5583b6b#.uma7jj2qp https://www.huffpost.com/entry/how-are-you_b_59b157a9e4b0bef3378cde16 https://open.spotify.com/episode/7wFS34empGcGjAG6V2ifT4

How many times have you thought something was impossible? What happened next? Did you forge ahead or give up hope? Today on “Living As You,” we sit down with Parisian Concierge, Louis Grenier, a fearless leader who has continually made it a habit of achieving what others have called “the impossible.” Whether establishing his own career path, employing a trusting faith, or attacking challenges with full effort, Louis breaks down his story and we explore his ability to “put the blinders on” when faced with mental barriers. Where’s there’s a will, there’s always a way… _________________________ Louis Grenier https://www.linkedin.com/in/logrenier/

Have you ever wondered why you feel so lethargic, anxious, and exhausted when you’re isolated from others? How does human connection physiologically affect our brains? In today’s “Living As You” episode, we sat down with neuroscientist & mental health pioneer, Dr. Nancy Michael, to break down the astonishing effect of relationships on our brains, emotions, and ability to deal with adversity. Exploring the concepts of resiliency, vulnerability, and brutal honesty, Dr. Michael details her remarkable journey towards finding fulfillment and the fundamental essence of “showing up” for one other… _________________________ Nancy Michael https://biology.nd.edu/people/nancy-michael/ https://www.southbendtribune.com/forty-under-40-nancy-michael/article_e307f095-b25f-5d94-b2fd-d31cb96ac38d.html https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-michael-5269643/

When was the last time you felt peaceful? What were you doing? Who were you with? In a society plagued by constant distraction, stillness is becoming increasingly more difficult to find throughout day to day life. Recently, we sat down with entrepreneur and founder of the Inspiring Children Foundation, Ryan Wolfington, to talk contentment, following one’s intuition, & mindfulness. As Ryan shares, stillness is possible amidst any circumstance provided we tap into certain powerful tools… _________________________ Ryan Wolfington https://www.inspiringchildren.net/ryan-wolfington https://www.deepsitpodcast.com/ryan-wolfington https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-MHkNDc9Uo&ab_channel=Inspiringchildren

What role can sports play in rewriting a broken system of racial inequity and systematic discrimination? How do we even begin to address such deep wounds and barriers? On this week’s episode of “Living As You,” we sat down with former semi-pro basketball star and current coach, Kris Briggs, to share a conversation about systematic racism and the importance of breaking down barriers through sports. In order to re-write a broken system, action starts with establishing personal connections and bridging the divide… _________________________ Kris Briggs https://www.linkedin.com/in/kris-briggs-0749121b5/

Think about the last time you opened a book or researched an interest simply for the enjoyment of learning. What was the topic? How did you feel? Today on "Living As You," we explore the concept of lifelong learning with entrepreneur & current World Boggle Champion, Justin Fleischmann. Get ready for a deep dive into the "default to do" mindset, the secret of teaching info to others, and the world of entrepreneurship. _________________________ Justin Fleischmann https://medium.com/promazo/how-my-failed-startup-inspired-success-d73752cdcebe https://everydayentrepreneur.co/articles/i-am-justin-fleischmann/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinfleischmann/

How do you view your professional work? To James Connolly, it's about preparing superheroes to fly. And we aren't just talking about Nike pro athletes, Manny Pacquiao & Eliud Kipchoge. The former Senior Product Director of Training Footwear at Nike is referring to YOU when he uses this word. In this conversation on "Living As You," James shares multiple captivating stories touching upon the importance of pushing against the norm, establishing your truth, and courageously forging a path through a "petal to the metal" mindset. Superheroes, it's time to fly! _________________________ James Connolly http://10goodminutes.com/2010/episode49-connolly/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-connolly-44187824/

When was the last time you took a moment to stop to recognize a simple gift that you utilize on a daily basis? Running water, the toilet, a pillow, etc. In this "Living as You" interview, we sat down with Dr. Jim Peck - a general & trauma surgeon of 39 years - to capture the vivid & unforgettable experiences of providing medical care abroad. Whether diving into the remarkable gratitude of the hundreds of patients he treated daily or the essence of confident action, Jim's stories produce an impact that you will not forget.

To the 2-time Grand Slam Champion and Former World #1 Professional Tennis Player Jonathan Stark, the sport of tennis is a gift, not an identity. With 21 Professional titles and 11 years on the ATP professional tour, Jonathan is currently shaping the next generation of leaders through humility and empowerment. We sat down with Jonathan to dive into his life on tour, the benefits and drawbacks of a world increasingly favoring specialization, and the power of action over words…

A fitness expert, Broadway performer, & Bravo television star, Craig Ramsay is internationally known as the holistic celebrity fitness entertainer. On today’s “Living As You” episode, we sit down with Craig to learn about his keys to removing the ego, strengthening the connection between body & universe, and creating wholesome human boundaries. Craig is on a quest to help all humans achieve complete abundance and unlock their maximal physical & mental health...

Networking... the exchange of information & ideas among people within a common profession... how often do you think of networking as a chore? Or a selfish practice? On today's episode of "Living As You," a networking myth is debunked, intangibles are shared to build even stronger social relationships, and an opportunity is presented to help you spread your reach to an even greater number of people...

As the great Roman Emperor, Marcus Aurelius once said, “Failure or shortcoming is the greatest opportunity to practice virtue." But is a shortcoming really a failure? On this episode of "Living As You," PQ shares personal experiences of how true gifts always emerge from the process of coming up short of the initial goal... an objective that we may think we want, but ultimately might not have been our calling to fulfill...

How would you characterize your sleep? Do you have trouble falling asleep? What about sleeping through the night. Every day, millions of people struggle with one of the most important aspects of our lives... something we spend 1/3 of our life doing. In today's episode, PQ shares several enlightening tips for getting a good night's sleep... along with a secret: a good night's sleep starts with routine

Arguably one of the greatest and most empowering tools on this Earth, self-confidence dictates how each of us live our life every single day... our actions... our thoughts... our abilities. Where do you currently stand with your self-confidence? In today's episode, PQ uncovers a list of significant tips and tricks to increasing one's confidence. The ability to believe in one's self is the tool to unlocking one's full potential...

Have you ever faced an instance in which your desire to accomplish something actually impeded your ability to achieve that very goal? While our passion for achievement and our goals is fantastic, this drive can become crippling if left to become an intense obsession. Today's episode explores instances in which an "over-desire" to achieve can actually lead to overthinking, anxiety, and overwhelming fear... which results in the limitation of our abilities. Passion is the spark... but releasing control is the way...

Do you believe in hope? What about in the most desperate of situations? Does the "light" always exist? Today's episode features the story of one courageous individual and his remarkable journey of perseverance amidst incredible obstacles... a journey that has brought a lot of darkness, but one in which the light was never extinguished...