The Round 12 Show: MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #139 “NO PROBLEMS ONLY SOLUTIONS!”  When the rain falls too hard, we wait for our turn to go outside, and we clean up the mess. When the sun shines too brightly, we cover ourselves to find shade. When the plans change abruptly, we adjust to the changing tide. When we fall down 7 times, we get up 8 times. When the thoughts that we used to direct us forward, turn into fear that impedes us backward, we settle down, meditate and get back to business. Whenever, whatever, however, whoever… we shake it off and survive it all like our durable ancestors did. Ours is a great life no matter what circumstances come about… We Can Do It! And when you find it hard to believe that… look at babies. They will assure you, if your heart stays open… that life always goes on, we just have to go on with it. Peace! BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3CnMrWQ Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Perspective contribution provided by, www.ResilienceAlliance.com/seven-resilience-muscles. Grace A Vasallo, “Solutions.” “Keep Calm & Carry On!” “ME!”

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #138 “THE BIRTH OF A STANDARD! …5 Important Ways Father's Impact Early Child Development!”  Companies have standards. Teams of all kinds have standards, including Families as the ultimate teams. At the head of true families are fathers and mothers or two individuals making continued committed contributions to a child's or children's welfare so they can grow to be solid, strong, focused, disciplined adults someday. Sounds pretty easy… but indeed as many have learned… not as easy as it looks. This episode explores what standards are and how, when effectively placed and followed, they can help all manner of people, but especially fathers make their way to accomplishing their goals of raising children to grasp the baton. My profound wish and hope and even prayer for our world is that we can keep moving forward with the kinds of standards that can make us effective and even proud. I for sure worked diligently to keep my standards in place. Peace. BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/4hbCNqu Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" www.nbn.be/standards development. J. Neil Tift, essay “A Father's Place, The importance of male involvement in early childhood development.”

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #137 “BY ANY MEANS!” …The Malcolm X Speech and Ossie Davis Eulogy! Good Sunday morning to everyone who decided to check in on the Round 12 Podcast again today. Last week's episode was a presentation of the famous Martin Luther King Jr., “I have a Dream Speech.” When I decided to present this important historical speaking event, I felt it wouldn't be complete without appropriate credit and recognition to one of the most important change agents the United States and the world has ever known… Malcolm X! This, his 1964 speech at the founding rally of the Organization of Afro-American Unity (OAAU), was the beginning of the end for him. Shortly after this event he was assassinated while speaking in the same building. Included in the episode are the words of his Eulogy, spoken originally by the illustrious actor and activist, Mr. Ossie Davis. Yes, there are many of us who heard about or saw the Spike Lee Movie called, Malcolm X, which received rave reviews… but even after all these years, this man Malcolm X is still one of the most misunderstood, revered and simultaneously reviled men of all time. So, I felt compelled to give this African American man, his fair and equitable moment here with me on my humble journey. My hope and my goal are to take historical perspectives like these and learn from them, so I can continue to do my part to Make Our World a Better Place to Live In. Wish me luck! …And as always, I wish you Peace. BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3NpLS1e Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guest, Donny Hathaway. Song: “To Be Young Gifted and Black!” Contributing thoughts & perceptions: Malcolm X, AKA El Hajj Malik El-Shabazz, and his speech excerpt from the “Founding Rally of the Organization of Afro-American Unity. www.blackpast.org, African-American History Speeches, and public domain photo by Marion S. Trikosko, Courtesy of Library of Congress (2003688131).

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #136 “KEEP DREAMING!” …But when you wake up, get to work! Ok, here we go again. I have a sense of inspiration today. A sense of appreciation today. A significant sense of how my dreams of living a full and fruitful life must always be more than just dreams. So, I sit up, put my feet on the floor and don't look back, because I've still got work to do… Maybe we all do. Welcome to the grind! ‘For what is each day but a choice between the right way and the easy way.' But dreaming is still good. Dreams are where you rest a bit, recalculate, reorganize and get your beliefs and possibilities together. Dreams can give you the preview of things to come, or they can make you sort out the things gone past. Either way, when you close your eyes and chart your course, your ability to wake up, open your eyes, and build your map are essential to finding your way to the places you've chosen to go. GOOD MORNING, ALL… GOOD MORNING! BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/4eSOwYV Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Contributing thoughts & perceptions, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., “I Have a Dream Speech.  August 28, 1963.  NPR “Talk of the nation”. National Archives/Hulton Archive via Getty Images. Musical Guest: Common – Feat, Will I Am – “I have a dream”.

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #135 “IT'S ABOUT DAMN TIME!” Ok, here we go… Another episode about the celebration of life! If you have been listening to this podcast over time, (or if you even looked at the cover sheet) you probably realize by now that there is kind of a theme. Here… A hang on, and don't let go philosophy. A fancy word: RESILIENCE, which just means keep on going, in spite of anything. BOUNCE BACK… and when you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot in it and hang on! If you're going through hell… KEEP GOING! If you're in a dark tunnel, hold on to the wall baby, and creep on through. If you fall and you're lying there… “If you can look up, you can get up!! I told you last week to stay thirsty… I've been drinking my water properly lately… so the same concept stays true this week. Stay Thirsty, My Friends!!! STAY THIRSTY! Peace. BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3XMoakl Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guest: Sade, “Kiss of Life!” Lizzo, "About Damn Time!" Contributing perspective: Ralph Waldo Emerson, “What is Success!”

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #134 “CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY…AGAIN!” Episode Number 134 IS A MILESTONE! The man turns 68 years old, and he worked out hard this morning! He's motivated, celebrated, stimulated and in his own way regulated. The man is grateful. The man's family is sound, and the man's purpose is too! May I say on behaldf of this man, MYSELF that we should all celebrate our lives on our birthday and EVERYDAY… to recognize one important thing among many others…”Your life is a Gift From God… What you do with it is your Gift to God! Stay thirsty, My Friends!!! STAY THIRSTY! BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3Zu3TCM Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Contributing perspective: Stevie Wonder, Happy Birthday!

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #133 “STAY THE COURSE!” Episode Number 133 is entitled Stay the Course. Now guess what, I need to hear that too. This week's episode was posted later than usual after a busy day, busy week, active Saturday and a pending calendar still full tomorrow. But you know what, I took my own advice and stayed true to what I set out to do. Naah, maybe my little podcast isn't changing the world, but it sure is changing me! It's changing me into my truest self. The one who has analyzed and learned to understand who he is and how he is made up, and where his drive and determination comes from, and what matters to him most. We're all just plugging along anyway, so it's pretty-strong when we can absolutely “Hold Fast and Stay True!” BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3XJ58fU Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Contributing perspective: Federick Brooks. Stay The Course, An Affirmation of Determination and Consistency.

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #132 “WHAT IS SELF CARE… Is It Really Important?!” Here we are at Episode Number 132. Self Care is an interesting and important point of interest indeed. If you don't take care of yourself, then who will… your mother?! Not if you've grown older and have the new responsibility. Not if you have no one to call when challenges get tough. Not if you caught the flu and you're lying there trying to figure it out. Not when you need to make a decision, and you can't get anyone to make it for you. Self-care means looking out for oneself and staying on top of the things that need attention. It means liking and loving yourself enough to not question when you need to value your own perspective and needs. So, in the final analysis, just be okay with looking out for your own self along the way and be comfortable with that concept. It doesn't mean selfish; it doesn't mean any bad thing to any other person… It just means that self-preservation is the First Law of Nature! And for the growth, development and preservation of our humanity… That's Just a Good Thing! BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/4d0SSfj Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Contributing perspective: Dr. Matt Glowiak.

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #131 “THE ULTIMATE POWER TO BE YOUR BEST” Here we are at 131 Episodes later, on a humble Podcast that started with just an instinctive effort to add content to the world's cynicism and disconnect! I like that I built it, and I realized that it wasn't done for praise, it was done for personal perspective and contribution to one or many who saw value in its content. So, this week's episode has reflection, strength of character, and that same old, consistent reminder to dig down, find your best self and have some fun pursuing the goals that make you happiest and strongest. If the reminders I offer leave you cold and feeling like ‘I don't need to listen to this dude' this makes me smile… because all it tells us, is that you don't want to listen to the best of your own self! So please forgive me if this reminder type stuff is not your cup of tea… That's ok. Remember, as you pass on by… It's just me talkin' to me.. and hoping that if you hear me, and it reminds you of something good. Then we all are better for it! If we get lucky… We may just find… THE ULTIMATE POWER TO BE OUR BEST! Wouldn't that be cool. - Smile! – Peace. BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3yYgIuh Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!"

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #130 “REMEMBER WHY YOU STARTED!” The concept of remembering your WHY has gained a bit of attention over recent years. And this is a reasonable and important concept. It's akin to being focused and remaining determined when the going gets tough or even when it's going smooth, so you don't fall for the okey-doke. So, reminders from time to time are worth investigating, because we all get distracted sometimes. We all are at risk of getting off track, when our train is powering forward, and sometimes we just get tired. Then, our dreams make us fall asleep, instead of the other way around. But it's always possible to wake up and remember where you came from, so you can get to where you're going. So, like so many episodes before it... HERE'S HOPIN' YOU'RE COPIN'! BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3MphvqY Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Contributing thoughts by: DearMedia, “How to Focus on What Really Matters” and  Luke Dancy, “Remember”.

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #129 “CELEBRATE AGING!” Yes, CELEBRATE AGING. Not lament or regret or fear or acceptance of false information or what THEY say about it. Like Richard Pryor said once in his amazing stand-up routine: “You don't get to be old, being no FOOL!” Meaning if you lasted this long, you must be doing something right. So, this podcast episode celebrates those folks that may not be hearing strong praise anymore, or hearing how great a job they did. But as someone who has made his way through the dark tunnel and made it happily to daylight… whether recognition comes from others or not, it does not stop me from recognizing the wonderful accomplishment myself. This gentle reminder and positive topic for consideration is presented here from a Happy Camper, an OG, a Seasoned Player and a Grateful human being. If you have made your way forward or know someone else who has… give ‘em a hug and recognize in whatever way you like but recognize excellence when you see it. Then recognize it in yourself as well. Keep Moving Forward! BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/4cAHF4O Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Contributing thoughts: By Dr. Sanjay Gupta, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent, and Andrea Kane, CNN.

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #128 “LEADER VERSUS BOSS!” Ok. This episode is a Hot One! It has a bit of steam coming from its head and it could possibly stimulate conversation. Whenever we think or talk about how we treat each other and how we define our positions in the hierarchy of social existence, some people have varyingly different perspectives than some others. This always seems to contribute to us not getting along as well as we could, and certainly not being as effective as we could be either. The goal of this podcast is always about growth, development and some level of mastery. This episode is just another brick in the wall. Take a listen, think a thought, and come up with your own sense of who's the “Boss” and who's “The Leader!” Then choose which one you follow, or which one you are. BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3YG6CZn Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Contributing thoughts: Gifford Thomas book, “Communication for Change Management. Bill Maxwell, “Tampa Bay Times Boss Essay.

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #127 “PAUSE FOR THE CAUSE!” If you are one of those people who are interested in my Podcast work and have grown accustomed to listening, I welcome you, and thank you for your support. However, please note that this week, in the interest of effective Time Management and Personal Purpose, we have to miss this week's episode.  Thank you again for your interest and support… Good Lookin' out! See ya' next week. BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3YDykFY Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!"

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #126 “LESS TALKIN' MORE WALKIN'!” This week's episode is partly about doing what you say you will do, keeping your word, and that you should make distinct efforts to not just talk about it, but BE ABOUT IT! This simply means that we have commitments to others that we should not waste time talking around or making excuses about, but remembering that ‘your word is your bond!' And, we also have commitments to ourselves that are even more important to keep. One of those commitments is to take care of our minds and bodies. Yes, sometimes easier said than done, but the phrase ‘if you don't use it, you lose it' comes to mind as a simple reminder to get in, and keep your body in gear. So, this humble podcast message is simple… Plan your work, work your plan, and remember that the possible reason we have two ears, and one mouth is so we can listen and keep walkin' more than we evade and keep talkin'!”    BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/4fp46fQ Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Contributing thoughts: Alissa, 2019 article: “Don't just talk about it, be about it.” Freya Sherlock, 2021 article: “Take care of your body and your body will take care of you.” Karen Holmes, 2017 article: “Take care of your mind and your body will follow.”

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #125 “YOU ARE ENERGY!” …STILL! This week's episode is for you. The reminder that you are full of energy… still! That you can do what you are blessed to do. That you can still climb. That you are very firmly still you, with no doubt… no it's definite! “You know like you game like you're reffin'  it!” That you have come a long way. And that YOU still have a long way to go! And, oh yes, you still have that raging fire in your belly, as you always have and YOU are a survivor. You are resilient, you are benevolent, you are inspiring and you have the tools and intention to make it to the places you've chosen to go. When you see you in the mirror… tell them I said Yo! Because we all seem to be thinking the same powerful thoughts…THAT WE ARE STILL IN ‘DA GAME! And the game has been, and still is… FUN! BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3Sdz9Sc Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Contributing thoughts: Jessica Shepherd, “Thermal, Electrical or Chemical.”

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #124 “ASK THE HARD QUESTIONS!” …SO, YOU CAN COME UP WITH THE BEST ANSWERS. What does this week's episode title mean to you? There is one of the questions right there… What's up with you?... what are your hard questions? And do they have answers yet? What Matters Most to you! What do you stand for! What are you working toward and how will you get there? Look at all the question marks in this Podcast episode introduction this week. It might be possible that here today, this Sunday, there are more questions than answers about some things…. But we may be more certain than ever about some others. I have found it important to check in with the person staring back in the mirror. I have learned from experience, that to Be Yourself is to Free Yourself from so many restrictions. Last week was a “Moment of Reflection” … Maybe this week is too! A Moment of Reflection.  BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/465JchN Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Contributing thoughts: Matt S. Smith MBA, “Be Brave. Ask the Hard Questions.”

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #123 “THE BUILDERS!” …POETRY. A Moment of Reflection. BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/4bPFmuB Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Poet: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Poem, “The Builders”

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #122 “CHALLENGE YOURSELF! …Re-Broadcast of Episode #38 with Special Guest Ms. Selina Mendoza!” This week's podcast episode is for YOU. The You who wants more, the You who tries harder, the You who has made a decision, the You who has made up their mind that they can and will get through it, and has developed the personal tools to do exactly that! YOU ARE GREAT! …And if nobody has told you that lately you should know and remind yourself of this now. The challenges that some of us get through are important, but mostly important because we stay on course and NEVER QUIT on ourselves. Yes, sometimes we need to move from one place to another or one task or another, or even one job to another… but we Never Quit on ourselves. And a special note for this broadcast: Ms. Selina Mendoza who was our Special Guest, has completed Law School and has taken her motivation and talents to the legal profession as a practicing attorney. BRAVO, Selina… So much Respect! CHALLENGE YOURSELF... AND YOU WILL ALWAYS WIN!  BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/4blfZQY Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guest Jennifer Lopez, AKA “J.Lo” with a cross -section of motivational commentary and music including song, “GET LOUD! (Which sometimes is what we need to do to be heard!)

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #121 “LEARNING TO APOLOGIZE! …And How Mastering This Art May Make You a Better Leader!!” What's in an apology? Why does it matter if we do or if we don't. Does an apology save the world. Is it more important to try to make amends, or is it better sometimes to be quiet and let's things “go away on their own?” It's been said that time heals all, and that if you wait long enough, everything has a way of working itself out …and better to ‘remain quiet and be thought a fool, than to speak up along the way and confirm it.' However, this cross-section of thoughts and ideas are worthy of research and coming to a conclusion we can live with. Listen in to this week's podcast and see where you land on the issue.   “Since we're not supposed to' judge a book by its cover', it might be wise not to judge this podcast episode by its title! (Smile.) BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3RE4pJH Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Passing thoughts and idea contributors to this episode are: Harvard Business Review, “What a real apology requires”; Psychology Today, “The Power of Apology”; Dr. Krishna Athal , “The Apology Paradox”; Harvard Health Publishing, “The Art of a Heartfelt Apology”.

https://conta.cc/3XwXYvwWelcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #120 "HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!” …And Make a Decision. This episode was based on personal perspective and the thoughts surrounding personal growth. In the final analysis, each of us needs to discover where we want to go in our lives and how we plan to get there. However, getting along with other people on the way is super important as well. I think this concept of building bridges and finding ways to connect successfully with others is an important part of finding one's way to success. I've been told that being a beast, and being self-centered to climb the success ladder is an important key, but I have realized personally that I'd rather find things in common and work together, as opposed to tearing everyone else down to make it. Sure, sometimes you must fight for your rights, and yes, sometimes the playing field may not be fair and equitable, but either way… we must work with each other anyway, so we might as well find ways to meet minds. Being a father is like that too! You can't always have every- single-thing your way and sometimes you are compelled to apologize for fighting too hard to be RIGHT on your parental watch. I'm proud of that particular learning lesson, because it makes me feel like I gave my sons a fair deal. Also, they have probably learned a few things from me in that regard along the way. “Learn from the mistakes of others, you can't live long enough to make them all yourself!” Happy Father's Day, Men... we love you! BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3XwXYvw Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Roger Bush Hamilton personal growth perspective.

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #119 "15 POWERFUL QUOTES ON SUCCESS! …With Rocky Balboa thrown in For Good Measure." In a brief few words, this episode is to remind us all to Keep Moving Forward! “Yesterday's the past, tomorrow's the future, but today is a gift. That's why it's called the present!” – Bil Keane BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/4aXxMgG Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Some information provided by, Forbes Magazine writer, Alejandro Cremades. Success.

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #117 "WHY HUGS ARE IMPORTANT …For Kids and For Parents," You know what, Children's Mental Health Matters. How they feel based on how we operate in raising them is an important conclusion to come to. Are they alright? Are they secure? Are they having fun… and are they learning enough life tools and skills?         This week's episode just ‘touches' on the topic of sharing love, spirit and hugs with your kids, so they are feeling the warmth… and how to maybe make some adjustments if they are not.  This episode doesn't intend to stress us all out about loving our families, but sometimes it good to remember and share what's important and good about loving our children Speaking of my child who is now a grown man… CONGRATULATIONS TO MY SON OMAR, WHO COMPLETED HIS FIRST 13.1 MILE HALF-MARATHON EARLY THIS MORNING!! I like this episode because it compels me to give Omar a Giant hug to share spirit and say BRAVO!! BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/4bOhkRu Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Some information provided by, Little Otter, and the Blog entitled: “Children's Mental Health Matters.”

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #117 "WHEN SERVANT LEADERS GET TIRED …And Some Thoughts About How They Can Rest!" This week's episode means more than just a few words on a page. This one speaks to the tangled web that a public, private, family or organizational individual can wind up getting tangled up in, and bent out of shape in his or her efforts to be good and helpful and dedicated and reliable and for all intents and purposes a servant of others. Not a servant in a terrible and abusive manner, but just because that's how it's built; and they love the person, people or the task. But sometimes, we forget one important thing in this process… to service ourselves on the way too! Wow. Does that sound selfish? That's exactly the problem, when you are the powerful Servant Leader who takes the job seriously, you AND EVERYONE ELSE can take your sustenance lightly along the way. Don't do that! And receivers, make sure you check in every now and then too, to make for a fair and equitable LOVING Field. Then maybe sometimes, we can all remember TO SERVICE EACH OTHER!! BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3R0xdMf Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guest Neil Young & Crazy Horse, Song: “My My, Hey Hey!” Also, thank you to the great band WAR, song “City, Country City.” Important contributing content: Dr. M. Scott Peck  and his book: “The Road Less Traveled.” Dr. Robert Greenleaf, Founder of the “Servant Leadership” principle. Mr. Aaron Walker, and his article about Servant Leadership. Palena Neale of the Hervard Review: “Serious Leaders Need Self Love too.” Lisa Earl McCleod and Elizabeth Lotardo “How to be a purpose driven leader without burning out.”

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #116 "PERSONAL SELF DEFENSE …And 10 Reminders to Remember!" This week's episode is based on a sometimes-objectionable topic… and discussing it may be considered a ‘Necessary Evil.' Either way, the topic must be considered for understanding and awareness and when that's done effectively, we seem to walk around and co-exist in the world just a little bit better. While we can never know when a personal threat or challenge may occur, we feel much better when our eyes are open, our body is ready and our commitment to make it home to our families is always a distinct priority. KEEP YOUR EYES ON AND YOUR HEAD ON THE PROVERBIAL SWIVEL… and you'll be Just Fine! BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/4bHbu3K Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guest Donald Byrd Song: “Cristo Redentor!” David Fowler also contributed with his video re: The Reactionary Gap; as well as Meredith Gold with her article about Self Defense from Black Belt Magazine 2003. Self-Defense Law Overview by the FINDLAW Staff. The final thinking and perspective are from Hamilton Martial Arts Academy (HMA Self Defense Seminar) Copyright 2008.

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #115 "SELF AWARENESS …And How Do We Develop It!" This week's episode, and its pondering question is more than just a random phrase. This week's episode asks us, what do we see and know about ourselves. And are we effectively making the most of our awareness or just tolerating our characterizations of either: power and control or resignation and apathy. Inside of all of us is a sense of who we are and what we want, but have we taken personal inventory of what our true makeup is… and have we come to terms if we are cool with it… or not! Self-awareness puts us back on the path to see and be, and line things up in a way that makes the most sense for us; and then allows us to accept the wholeness of who we are. Once you can honestly see yourself fully and clearly, that mirror image begins to look JUST LIKE YOU! BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3Qy6175 Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guests Rev. James Cleveland, Song: “Peace be Still!” Bob James and David Sanborn, Song: “Maputo!” Thanks, also to Ms. Elizabet Perry ACC, and her 2022 contributing article: Self Awareness and how we develop it.

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #114 "TRUST YOURSELF" Featuring: "I'LL BE AROUND!"... INTERVIEW OF MY YOUNGER SELF! (REPEAT EPISODE) As I have learned to negotiate the twists and turns of my full life, I believe I have come to a good place, and I hope to keep going because I am enjoying the journey more than ever now. And after my interview last week with my dear son, Omar as Co-Host, I realized that he had come a long way, and is at a good place too! For some reason, that makes me take a pause for a few moments of reflection. And, if you're a parent, or connected good friend or loved one of someone else that you have done right by, and they're ok... and You're OK... then maybe you can give yourself a figurative pat on the back for staying true. Makes me want to shout out my younger son, Ali here too in the same breath, because he is firing on all cylinders as well. (We wrestled on the mat a few rounds yesterday!) I know that I would not be where I am today, without all the various, cross-section of experiences I've had to get me here. What would YOU tell your younger self? How could you affect your own life if you could council yourself THEN! Well, what comes to me now is that if I was able to get my two babies over the road to manhood standing up... Then maybe this episode is firm proof that when you believe in the quality of your life, and your purpose, and your drive, your determination, and your grit... then you should TRUST YOURSELF!... And, you'll be just fine!!  CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/4aUg26U Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guests, The Spinners, Song: "I'll Be Around", Everett Harp, Song: "In The Moment", Sweet Honey In The Rock, Song: "Eye On The Prize" and Frank Sinatra, Song: "MY WAY".

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #113 "LIFE BEGINS AT 30!" This week's LIVESTREAM episode moves the Round 12 Podcast to an expanded version of itself. We now have the feature of livestream with a live audience and live guests from anywhere remotely. If I know you, and you have an interesting story, don't be surprised if I invite you to sit in and talk about it for the good of our audience. Admittedly though, in my effort to handle my mother's affairs after her intense illness, I am remote in Washington, DC today and admit to having some technical difficulties for this broadcast; but I committed to get it done, and I am super proud to have my dear son Omar on the show as Co-Host and Guest to talk a lil' bit about life. Sponsored by NEVERQUIT BRAND, LLC this is a fun and dope step forward for our humble yet experienced life expression. IF YOU THINK YOU HAVE ALL THE TIME IN THE WORLD, YOU DON'T… DO IT NOW!! (FIT FOR LIFE!!) BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3W8v1Fx Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guest WAR and musical clip of their song “City Country City (One of my favorite songs EVER!) Thanks, and recognition to Club31Women for their article: "21 Questions your son really needs you to ask him.”     

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #112 "FITNESS FOR LIFE!" This weeks episode takes on an important subject to all of us and sets this podcast focus back in motion. Feel free to tune in, because I expect some special and important guest interviews going forward. (With subject matter that may light things up for interested listeners.) For now though, I am pleased to plug in the simple reminder to take care of your body, take care of your mind and recognize the benefits of physical activity... and what needs to be done, when it needs to be done... even if it's not your favorite thing at the time. (That's what discipline is) and discipline is your friend. This episode also speaks to gratitude and the recognition of how far we all have come. As the old saying goes, "If you don't use it you lose it!" SWEATING IS GOOD!! BE SURE TO CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR DETAILED INFORMATIONAL EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3Jf1ouO Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Thanks and recognition to Heart.org for their article: "Start with a step and walk your way to better health." and The US Dept. of Health and Human Services: "Guidelines to human health." Also: The National Library of Medicine: "Sweating as a preventative care treatment." NIKE: "Rise and Shine" Audio Clip.

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #111 "KEEP MOVING FORWARD!" This weeks episode is a bit of a welcome back. However, since the host of this podcast was never gone, it's the welcome back to the grind, to the rhythm, to the focus and to the message. The energy involved in building and presenting this podcast event has been moving steadily forward in other environments and during other events; he just didn't talk about it. Now, we may want to engage more, discuss more and learn more. Resilience and tenacity have always been the messages, but today's episode investigates the concept of ENERGY and how we recognize it, how we utilize it and how we maintain it. Your thoughts and feelings direct your energy. And when we Trust Ourselves OUR ENERGY BEGINS TO DIRECT OUR LIVES TO WHAT WE WANT, AS OPPOSED TO WHAT WE DON'T WANT!  CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3Qgcu6P Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Thanks and recognition to Ms. Gloria Shepherd for her contribution, from her article: September 2016, "Thermal, Electrical or Chemical. 

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #110 "BREEZIN' INTO 2023!" HAPPY NEW YEAR and well wishes to everyone who tuned in today! This episode is just yo' boy Roger B. Hamilton Sensei offering good wishes and perpetuating the Never Quit Principle! Let's Keep Going... THE SHOW GOES ON!  CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3hZHqKE Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guests, Mr. George Benson, Song: "Breezin!" and Mr. Lupe Fiasco, Song: "Show Goes On!" Happy New Year Everyone!!

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #109 "MY SON IS GETTING MARRIED... AND WHY FATHERHOOD IS COOL!" This weeks episode is different than any before and probably many more after. Yes, it is self & son-aggrandizement, but that's ok. If you don't love your son or daughter or your family, well... You should look into that. However, I do love the dude and I have grown to love and care greatly for his girlfriend of 8 years, now his fiancee' and soon enough on their determined schedule to be his wife. I, and the supporting people around the couple recognize them, and I could not help but to also recognize how special it has been to be a dedicated father and friend to my sons; and how absolutely cool the experience has been. And so, my philosophy right here and now is... Keep Moving', Stay Strong, and stay dedicated to what you love and what you believe in. And me, I Believe in Angels... I know they have watched over me from the other side for a long time! THANK YOU ANGEL FAMILY!!  CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3DHosz8 Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guest, Ms. Duranice Pace, Song: "I Will Always Be Thankful!" CONGRATULATIONS to Oma & Stephanie!

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #108 "MAKE YOUR BED!" This weeks episode is simply a small reminder of how to make your days start better and how to sometimes make your nights feel better too! This episode represents wisdom from the Great Military Leader: Admiral William H. McRaven! He is a proven leader, a tempered warrior and, what appears to be an empathetic and considerate man. The message speaks for itself. I hope the reminder resonates with you. And remember.. ONE PERSON CAN CHANGE THE WORLD!  CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3rEcPn1 Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guest, (The Late) Grover Washington Jr., Song: "Mister Magic!" Ultimate respect to the esteemed Admiral William H. McRaven!

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #107 (SPECIAL REPEAT OF Episode #76) "LIFE CAN BE A MONSTER!!" This weeks episode is for reflection... brief reflection. With hopes that as we reflect and listen to the sounds of our own personal rhythm, we hear a peaceful beating drum - like a heartbeat; not a raucous, obnoxious noise! Yes, life can be a monster, if you choose to let it be, but it can also be quite glorious, if you can allow yourself to clearly see. Quiet the noise around you and connect with the peace inside... A WORTHWHILE PURSUIT, INDEED! Best of Peace and Blessings to us all... STAY UP YA'LL...Let's be ready for the next phase! (Standby for next week's special guest input and possible life changing commentary & advice!) CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/2xxFphy  Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guests, Carmen Twillie, Lebo M. (Official Music From "THE LION KING", Song: "The Circle of Life" and Roger B. Hamilton, Poem: "Life"

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #106 “ENJOY LIFE... AND THEN, ENJOY YOUR BIRTHDAY!” This episode brings me back to the beginning, to the start, to the kickoff, to the jump... to chapter one! The beginning of my crazy life. Mi Vida Loca!! I am happy to say, it's my 66th Birthday today, and that's enough! I am wishing you a Great Day Today, a Great Weekend this Weekend... and as always... I'm wishing you a GREAT LIFE! I'm goin' to Party! LATER... CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE:  https://conta.cc/3StisQh https://conta.cc/3StisQh Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guests, Cupid, Song: "Cupid Shuffle"; Gerald Albright & Norman Brown, "Champagne Life"; Ne-Yo, "Champagne Life"; Pieces of a Dream, "All In'.  Contributing article: "How to enjoy life in a way most people don't." By: Hannah Braime

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #105 “CELEBRATE YOU!” This episode is so wonderfully selfish and inspired by the other side of the pillow. The cool side of life that reminds you that you are important… yes, YOU! Not just ME… You, TOO! We human beings, we put so much emphasis on all the priorities and stuff the world tells us to cherish and then celebrate, that it's possible we forget to smile back at that person staring in the mirror… and remind them that theirs is a Great Life! Yes, there is always WORK TO DO. Yes, there are always challenges to overcome. But on days like this, when we remember to holla' at cha' boy or ya' girl and let them know that everything is gonna' be alright… nah, better than alright it's gonna' be fabulous!! Remember, Celebrate YOU… and then… CELEBRATE EVERYTHING! Altitude might very well begin with GRATITUDE! … Just a thought. CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3BsEWdl Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guest, Kool & The Gang, Song: “Celebrate". Contributing Concept: Mr. Charles Schulz, and Our Friend, “Charlie Brown!” Contributing article: "Celebration is the pause that refreshes." By: Jim Clemmer

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #104 “IS IT EVER TOO LATE?!” This episode represents the re-kindle, the re-start, the renew and the JUST DO! All of those perspectives are ever present in our decision making, our desires, our goals and everywhere we are trying to go. Sometimes the largest barrier is our own self, our own procrastination, our own thoughts, hopes, & desire to get to it later. "It's never too late" is the phrase. More importantly, it's the thinking. Every now and then, one of us needs to remind the rest of us that: you don't win when you don't even get in the game! "Father Time Is Undefeated!" He will knock you out every time, if you don't keep your hands up. When you only THINK ABOUT moving forward and don't do it, you set yourself up to let time run out on you. If you fell off, get back on. If you talked yourself out of it, talk to yourself again. If you think you have all the time in the world... YOU DON'T! Let's Keep Going... CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3Bv2HCC Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guest, Loose Ends, Song: "Is It Ever Too Late". Contributing article: "It's Never Too Late” Is Misleading. The Truth Is Way More Complicated." By: Anthony J. Yeung

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #103 “NEVER QUIT!” This is a uniquely special episode, because it's partly in honor of the announcement toward my new Audible Audiobook launch, and my youngest son moving on to his own residence in his own way. I have realized that there are so many lessons to learn in this life, and one of those lessons has to do with “seeing things through!” There is magnificence in the idea of forging forward, (holding-fast and staying true), then just being accountable for your commitments, your goals, your pursuits, your dreams, and your life. I'm old enough now, but still young enough too, to realize that you don't have to know everything that comes next, and you don't have to have everything figured out this very second... JUST KEEP GOING. That's really the key. Go with the flow, but in my case, I go with an experienced flow. And that makes it pretty cool. Here's to Believing AND Achieving... One follows the other!    CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3mIcQ6U https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/G8ByO2F Podcast Intro & Outro Music Provided by... "Byrd Beatz!" Contributing article and website: "www.writingthroughife.colm", By Amber Lea Starfire.

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #102 "BOUNCE BACK!" Happy Sunday to any of you, who have decided to check out this podcast episode for any and all reasons. The fact is, the ability to bounce back from difficulty, challenge, trauma or disastrous event is a worthwhile skill. If you've had to do it enough, or if you're just growing older and keep experiencing change or loss, maybe it's even become an art form! Either way, this is just yo' boy reminding you to do your best. And when you get to the end of your rope... Tie a Knot In It and HANG ON! CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3yLqIBT https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/G8ByO2F Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guests, Soul II Soul, Song: "Back To Life". Contributing article: "How to resilient after you experience trauma or loss", By Dave Wyner.

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #101 "WARNING SIGNS OF STROKE!"... (RETURN EPISODE - Back From Respite) Well here we are again! Back from Podcast Retirement... moving ahead with an important message about health, safety, self-care and hope! This new episode of our Podcast Show, may very well be one of the most significant episodes presented to date, and a worthwhile listen indeed. In addition to this episode's content and intent, (I as the host of this broadcast) want to simply say... For those of you, kind, considerate and loving few, who saw me through something or gave me a hand along the way... Thank you for your love, consideration and care!! And, for those additional contributors who may not know me as well as they would have liked, or understand me enough to be comfortable, I say thank you as well to you... because you matter too! Our roads are not always clear and without bumps, and in spite of those bumps we encounter, it can be a beautiful journey anyway! Respect to you all!  Finally, to each of you motivated, determined and fired up individuals who align themselves with growth, development and progress, plain and simple... "Let's Keep Going!" CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3BqvvKL https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/G8ByO2F Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guests, George Benson, Song: "The Greatest Love of All", Myles Davis, Song: "So What", Tank, Song: "Stronger" and Tata Vega Sinatra, Song: "Maybe God Is Tryin to Tell You Somethin'!" Contributing articles: "Michael Johnson A Stroke Survivor Story", Scripps.org "Act Fast To Stop A Stroke", Newsroom.heart.org "20 Things you didn't know about stroke that may save a life". Big Ups to www.strokeassociation.org! And Special Thanks to all of my listeners from the first Episode to the 101st Episode... We got it done, and we're Back Again!!

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #100 "I'LL BE AROUND!"... INTERVIEW OF MY YOUNGER SELF! (FINAL EPISODE) As I have learned to negotiate the twists and turns of my full life, I believe I have come to a good place, and I hope to keep going because I am enjoying the journey more than ever now. And I know that I would not be where I am today, without all the various, cross-section of experiences I've had to get me here. What would YOU tell your younger self? How could you affect your own life if you could council yourself THEN! Man, “If I didn't know now, what I didn't know then!” Feel free to listen in to see what the Seasoned Adult has to say to the Vigorous Teenager. Thank you ALL for traveling with me this far... "SEE YOU ON THE FLIP SIDE!" CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/36wwwDW Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guests, The Spinners, Song: "I'll Be Around", Everett Harp, Song: "In The Moment", Sweet Honey In The Rock, Song: "Eye On The Prize" and Frank Sinatra, Song: "MY WAY" And Special Thanks to all of my listeners from the first Episode to the 100th Episode... We got it done! Until We Meet Again... TIME!!

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #99 "UNDERSTAND THE UNDERDOG... OVERSTAND HIS PASSION!" It might interest you to know that underdogs are doing increasingly well in the world. In some of the strangest places, and in some of the most profound ways, Underdogs prevail. Generally speaking, individuals or groups who are at a disadvantage – whether measured in the form of lack of resources or allies – are many times able to prevail against overwhelming adversaries. Let's take a listen to some concepts worth reviewing... as a tribute to those of us who have put in the work, and who care about the result, and are willing to fight for what we believe in and receive what we have earned! Let's Go Get it! CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3czFlh8  Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guests, Alicia Keys, Song: "Underdog" and The Fugess, Featuring Busta Rhymes & A Tribe Called Quest, Song: Rumble In The Jungle. And Special Thanks to, Psychology Today and Anthony C. Lopez PhD, as well as, Matt Johnson PhD, and his book "Blindsight" for their thoughts and insights. 

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #98 "STAY CALM, STAY CENTERED, STAY FOCUSED!" We all want to stay calm when the pressure is on. We know what calm looks like but often times, it's elusive to experience what it feels like when we need it most. All of us have experienced a situation where we went overboard, or didn't respond in the most elegant manner. And while we kick ourselves for not being able to chill, we definitely know we could have done better. So during todays episode, we'll take a look at the calm concept and see if we can access the tools and reasoning to pursue it. HERE'S HOPIN', YOU'RE COPIN! CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3hPA3yW Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guest, Gato Barbieri, Song: "Europa" And Special Thanks to, Psychology Today and Beverly Flaxington for their thoughts and insights. 

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #97 "CHANGE IS GOOD!" I like the idea of change, and the marvelous results that can come from it. However, sometimes change does not work out the way we want or expect… But I still have found it to be necessary if I am to grow. And like me, some people thrive on change; while others will do all they can do to resist it. Here's the question, are those of us who think that change is a good thing, always right? HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT CHANGE? Let's explore the topic and see... CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE:  https://conta.cc/35wizVR Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guest, Quincy Jones, Song: "Everything Must Change" And Special Thanks to, Dr. Carl Jung for his thoughts and references; George Bernard Shaw for his quote: "Progress is impossible without change. And those who cannot change their minds, cannot change anything” and INCH Magazine for their editorial on Change.

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #96 "A LIFE YOU ARE PROUD OF!" Good wishes to you, in hopes that you will spread good wishes to others! We still have more in common than we do apart!  CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/2RelTgh  Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guest, Earth Wind & Fire, Song: "That's The Way of The World" And Special Thanks to Mr. F. Scott Fitzgerald for his Poem: "A Life You Are Proud of"

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #95 "WHAT IS A HERO!" A hero is the person who stays strong even when facing a serious problem. A hero will find numerous ways to help other people. Any person can be called a hero when saving someone else's life. (That one is obvious.) But the person who motivates other people to live their lives with courage and face all the difficulties with their head held high, can be a hero as well. Remember to give your HERO's their flowers while they yet live... so they can see the beauty that they bring! CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/32DTFRg  Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guest, Mariah Carey, Song: "HERO" And special Thanks to Mr. Chadwick Boseman, for his LIFE, for his honor, for his grace and for his courage. Rest in Paradise Dear Brother... 'WAKANDA FOREVER!"

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #94 "CREATE YOUR OWN DESTINY! ...HERE'S A FEW TIPS!" As author William James wrote: “The great discovery of my generation is that human beings can alter their life… by altering their state of mind.” Yes, crazy things will happen! The fact is… good and bad luck comes to all; it's how you plan and execute that determines your return on luck. So today's brief episode's message, simply stated is this: BE INTENTIONAL… And the rest will work itself out!  CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/31krIhY Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guests, Paul Hardcastle, Song: "Rainforest" & Special thanks to author: Kevin Daum for his contributing thoughts and perspective. 

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #93 "MENTAL STRENGTH! ...How To Build It, and How To Keep It!" Quite often, we find ourselves in moments of doubt, confusion, fear, anxiety, and even failure. We become so afraid that we lose sight of our meaning in life. We forget about our passions and our dreams. We forget who we are and who we have worked to be. Instead of living in hope and wonder for the future, we cast shadows upon our own destiny because of fear, and the fear of fear, and the fear of failure. This episode explores Mental Strength and how we stay the course. Remember, there are always empowering ways to approach challenge... RESPECT YOURSELF for all you have done... and Stay Strong!  CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/2Y8YH6J Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guests, Jeff Golub, Song: "Pick Up The Pieces" & Everette Harp, Song: "In The Moment"

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #92 "THE POWER OF PLAY!" Play allows us to learn how to be creative and helps nurture critical thinking, personality development, and adaptive pathways for us in childhood. The benefits of play are far-reaching, but we often give up play as adults for more serious pursuits such as our careers, our relationships, and our families—all of which are valid pursuits. But what if we could tap into play to enhance our life experiences, our professions, our relationships, and our family lives as adults as well? Take a listen to this weeks episode, as the reminder to KEEP PLAYING! "Play Is The Highest Form of Research." - Albert Einstein CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/3krCBpJ Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guest, Barry White & Chris Rock, Song: "Basketball Jones" Special Thanks to Contributing Writer: Michael Forman & Wonderlust

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #91 "THANK YOU MY DEAR ANCESTORS!" This moment of pause... and this episode is in honor of those who came before me… and from all of us who remain, I say, Thank you! Thank you for the courage, the strength, the endurance, the fortitude, the honor, the grace, the capacity, the principles, the history and the love. It was your unshakeable “Memory of The Future,” which made it possible for us to live, even now. Your pronounced, and incomprehensible power of survival and purpose (whether I realize it or not) made me who I am today! YOU HAVE MY FOREVER GRATITUDE! CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/30jBbFJ Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guests, The O'Jays, Song: "Ship Ahoy" & Earth, Wind & Fire, Song: "Drum Song" Special Thanks to Contributing Authors Zora Neale Hurston, For her novel: "Barracoon" & Lecia Michelle, for her recount of "The Middle Passage."

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #90 "I WAS BORN AT NIGHT... BUT IT WASN'T LAST NIGHT!" This weeks' episode examines studies that show how we make snap judgments about competence, and value based on facial features denoting trustworthiness and dominance. These initial judgments color our perceptions about the individual or individuals like them from then on. While researchers found that the "most trustworthy" perceived faces had certain characteristics... they also determined that we should be wary of The Split-Second Judgment... BECAUSE SMILING FACES & FEATURES, DON'T ALWAYS TELL THE WHOLE STORY!  CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/32RNoTM Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guests, Carlos Santana, Song: "Oye Como Va." & Phil Collins, Song: "In The Air Tonight" Contributing thoughts from: Psychology Today & Melanie Greenberg. 

Welcome back to The Round 12 MOTIVATIONAL MASTERY Podcast Show! Episode #89 "COACHING AND BEING COACHABLE!" This weeks' episode re-visits the give and take of it all. It delves into the relationship between the teacher and the learner… the Coach and the Athlete, The Sensei and the Student… and even the Father and the Son. There are many instances where one human being is leading or directing another, but those situations do not always garner the kind of mutual success and understanding that they were designed to provide. Let's Keep Doing The Work to find... RECIPROCITY!!  CLICK THE ATTACHED LINK TO SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM EMAIL OR TO SUBSCRIBE: https://conta.cc/2ODU6Ex Intro & Outro Music Provided by... Soul II Soul, Song: "Keep on Movin'!" Musical Guest, Pat Methany, Song: "Have You Heard." Contributing thoughts and excerpt from: Roger B. Hamilton's published book: "The Master Life"