Turning dumbass into badasses since 2022. After finally dealing with his own deep, dark issues, Mike shares insights and lessons he’s learned as he works towards going from being a dumbass to a badass. His content focuses on self improvement, motivation,
New year, new me right? WRONG! Mike talks about how to use a milestone as motivation this year to better your life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike discusses how the principles of Don Miguel Ruiz's Four Agreements can help you change your life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike uses an Eminem song to show how to improve your life through not having a plan B. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In the final mindset shift of the series, Mike explains how gratitude can revolutionize your anxiety level and make life a lot more bearable. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike discusses the second mindset shift that has made a massive difference in 2022. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
As he has moved past the dark times of the beginning of 2022, Mike discusses one of the mindset shifts he's still using to help him progress. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
After an extended hiatus, Mike returns to talk about his break, a quote that stuck with him by Rob Dial Jr., and what he learned about doing stuff on tiktok. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Don't let unfortunate events stop you from living your best life. Accept and move on. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Balance and moderation are some of the keys to happiness. What are you doing to have more of that in your life? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Learning to forgive and move on is a great skill to learn. The earlier we are able to do it the better. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Honesty without compassion is hostile. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
After listening to Luke Bryan's Drink a Beer, I realized how important it is to make sure those you love know it. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
When we have hard conversations, or we are completely on the opposite side of a debate, there are a few things we can do to make it more effective. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Tips on arguments and how you can tell you're winning. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Watch out for the Jackie Burkhart's of the world, fellas. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike reflects on the words of a Zac Brown Band song, and how it can help you through losing things in your life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
After a bird shat on his car the day before, Mike relates it to a mindset shift he made over the last few months that helped him stay positive each day. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
For once, “rocking life” is being interpreted in a negative way. Which begs the question, “Are you rocking life?” Also, Mike makes a big announcement about the future of the podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The only way to true self actualization and freedom is through discipline. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
We all got em, so when should we bring them up? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Always full of straight forward insights and advice, Mel Robbins gives us some things to think about as we continue our self improvement journey. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Jay Shetty gives his thoughts on the four pillars of healthy relationships, as well as an extra thought from Matthew Hussey. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Our mindset and self talk shapes our reality and world. Making sure we are in control of that is the route to self mastery and a better life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The dating site/app Plenty of Fish has come out with 2022's list of dating trends. Which ones do you do? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Want a short cut to happiness and energy? Mark Manson's Law of Fuck Yes/No is a great tool to use to see if people, things, or situations really need to still be in your life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Here's some insights I've learned about what men and women want in relationships, as well as a funny song about that by Bo Burnham --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Are you transitioning yet again in your life and having to start over? That makes two of us. Here's some insights I've learned recently about starting over, and how to reframe the conversation around it. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike sings some karaoke favorites and also announces a change in programming. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike tells a story of a recent Instagram DM experience with a scammer, and how to avoid these situations like the plague. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike talks about the basics of verbal and nonverbal communication and how to improve them. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
After the tragic news of Celine Dion cancelling many performances due to health reasons, Mike sings one of her biggest hits, just so you don't feel left out. He also sings one of the most ridiculous songs he's ever heard on America's Got Talent --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In the second episode of this week's Connection Series, Mike talks about about how you can foster connection with our partners. He enlists the help of Stephan Speaks, Jordan Peterson, Matthew Hussey, and Eric Wooten. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
It's easy for us to lose our connection to our true self as we deal with everyday life. Mike discusses how he's started the process of reconnecting to his inner self, with insights from Dr. Gabor Mate, a Hungarian-Canadian physician who specializes in childhood development and trauma, and Canadian clinical psychologist, author, and lecturer Dr. Jordan Peterson. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike performs a slightly countryfied version of Calum Scott's Dancing On My Own, and a crunchy, dissonant arrangement of Journey's Faithfully. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Radical Feminism has made dating harder for both women and men for a variety of reasons. Mike explains a few, along with some help from moderate feminists (Cassie Jaye and Christina Hoff Summers), comedians (Bill Burr and Mark Normand), as well as Judge Judy Scheindlan, and a panel from Face the Truth with Vivaca A. Fox. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike reads an excerpt from Emmet Fox's The Golden Key and Twenty-Two Additional Essays. This powerful and thorough explanation on the purpose, process, and transcendent nature of forgiveness is a must listen. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike performs two hits from the 2010s. Hope you enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike and some smart people from Tiktok give some sage advice about how to get over that person you're still holding onto. You deserve better, and now is the time to go out and get it. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Expanding on a Henry David Thoreau quote, Mike gives insight on how to not be despy in your life. He also is aided by Steve Harvey and Rob Dial --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike talks about how powerful the connection is with music and our memories/life. He takes two from his past that have bad experiences, talks about the experience, and performs them hoping the next time he hears it a positive memory will be attached to it. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike tells his “don't knock it til you try it” date, offers tips on first dates, and some insights on setting relationship standards. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike gives tips on how you can change your life and perspective by practicing self love. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike talks about and performs some songs from his youth from bands that were loved/hated by his peers at the time. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike talks about how to be more present in your life and not worrying about the past and future. He's aided by Mel Robbins, Sadh Guru, and Judge Faith Jenkins --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
For Valentine‘s Day, I discuss aspects and lessons about relationships and love I've learned from the hit sitcom How I Met Your Mother. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike talks about how to love yourself, and encourages the listener to make a goal to start working on one habit they need to break starting on Valentine's Day. What better way to show your love than making yourself a better person? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
As a prelude to Valentine's Day, my performs two of his favorite love songs, and even does one operatically. WARNING - Explicit Content --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike answers a listener's question about how to deal with dating apps and what men are looking for in modern dating. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike uses songs for upcoming gigs to describe various aspects of love, and how the lyrics relate to everyone. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike talks about insights he learned from a TED Talk by pianist Benjamin Zander about one cheek piano playing, which evolved into realizing he was living his life half assed. He talks about how to live with both cheeks firmly planted and how that brings full happiness. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Mike talks about starting his Tik Tok channel for the podcast, and plays some ridiculous, and hilarious Tik Toks his roommate and he did last year. WARNING - Explicit Material --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app