The Uplifting Content Podcast With Ione Butler (Let’s Talk About…)

Ashok has spent the last 20 years researching health and well-being, and creating unique techniques to help people improve their lives. He runs a global clinic specialising in treating ME, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia & Multiple Chemical Sensitivities. He also has a not-for-profit meditation app and documentary series which is a complete self-development program. In this episode, we spoke about: - Why he began studying fatigue - The different levels of fatigue - Things that can help with chronic pain - The pro-inflammatory state and how it causes pain and fatigue - Why we need to be more active  - The MEND Protocol - The 10,000 steps myth - Ways to get our sleep rhythm and digestion back to normal and much more   Are you always feeling tired and exhausted? You're not alone! In this episode I spoke to Ashok Gupta - Meaning Of Life Experiment about ways to feel more energised. Ashok's clinic and program helps people dealing with chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia to overcome their condition. A lot of people are suffering with some form of mild to moderate fatigue due to stresses in life, Ashok's MEND program addresses the 4 common causes of this which he talked us through in detail during the call. This was another interview full of practical and valuable advice. If you know someone suffering with fatigue be sure to share this with them and download the free app: Meaning Of Life Experiment for guided mediations and useful information to help you go from feeling fatigued to FANTASTIC! Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.    Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB Uplifting Content Ashok Gupta TV Website   Facebook   Twitter   Gupta Programme   Website   Facebook   Twitter   YouTube

Erin Falconer is the editor in chief and co-owner of Pick the Brain, one of the most popular and trusted self-improvement communities on the web. Erin is also the co-founder of LEAFtv, a video lifestyle brand for millennials. She has had a varied career that includes screenwriter, stand-up comedian, political consultant, and is now proudly, heavily invested in the online blogging world.  In this episode, we spoke about: - Her journey from being a struggling writer to where she is today - How to be singular in your focus and be specific about what you want - Understanding who you are, what you are and where you want to go to truly be productive - How her book come about - Breaking the cycle of working for working's sake - How she finds a work-life balance - How to fill your time doing the things you want and that light you up and much more. Here is Erin's book, How To Get Sh*t Done. Our podcast episode from Pick the Brain Podcast is here. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.    Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB Uplifting Content   Erin Falconer Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Pick The Brain Website Facebook Twitter Google + Book How to Get Sh*t Done

Josh Rossi is a digital artist, photographer, speaker and entrepreneur In this episode, we spoke about:- Josh's work as a commercial photographer and digital artist- His remarkable viral photoshoots and the positive impact they've made - How to not be scared of putting yourself and work out there- How to turn your passion intro business- Influencer marketing - How to strategize finishing your projects- How to take what you love doing and add something different make it fresh- How being open to new possibilities can lead you in the right direction- How to ask the right questions to progress in your career and much more. For information about Josh's courses, click here. Watch the Turning Kids Into Superheroes Video here. The book he recommended was 22 Immutable Laws of Marketing  Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.    Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB Uplifting Content   Josh Rossi   Website    Facebook   Instagram   Twitter   YouTube   Linked In

Boss Up Media co-founders Kimi Morton + Pua Pakele  and Cabot were drawn together by a calling – a burning desire to help people fall in love with their businesses and their lives! These fitness trainers turned business coaches believe there are too many entrepreneurs with big dreams to serve the world in amazing ways, that end up feeling like it would be easier to just quit and go back to a “real job”. Topics we discussed:  - How they met and why they started their podcast. - The evolution of their business from their 1st podcast to what it is now.  - What it means to "work smarter, not harder" and ways to do that.  - Understanding the difference between what's important and what's urgent - How time management isn't the issue but the lack of inspiration in the corporate world - A system to evaluate if something is efficient and aligned with what you want - How they work together and keep communication lines open - How to show up as the best version of yourself at work - How planning kills overwhelm - How to work when you have a chronic illness and more Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.    Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB Uplifting Content   Boss Up Media   Website   Podcast   YouTube   Instagram   Facebook     Kimi Morton   Facebook   Twitter   Instagram   Pua Pakele   Facebook

Colin Wright is an author, speaker, and the host of the podcast, Let's Know Things. He's written a few dozen books, travels full-time, and shares what he learns along the way through his work.  In this episode we spoke about - Him walking away from his successful career and life in LA to go traveling - How to live life according to your values - How spending money on things that don't matter stops you from living the life you desire - What it was like spending 7 years on the road and how he made a living - How it's okay to pivot and try new things in life - Why he decided to settle in one place after traveling for 7 years - His podcast, Let's Know Things, and how it came to be - How he deals with loneliness during his travels - and so much more Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.    Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB Uplifting Content   Colin Wright Website Podcast Instagram Twitter Facebook AskColin

Noelle is CEO and co-founder of JRNI Coaching. She is also a coach, speaker, and sexologist who specializes in the relationship with the self. She has carved out a unique niche in the world of coaching, combining evidence-based scientific methods grounded in positive psychology with traditional, clinical sexology to help her clients gain true progress. Noelle is highly trained in positive psychology and is an  International Coaching Federation Certified Coach.   Topics: - How she overcame depression and an eating disorder - What positive psychology is - Techniques to lift you out of depressed states - How coaching is a communication methodology - Her coaching program - Catalyst life coaching podcast - How the coaching market is booming right now - How to find strength when you're feeling negative about yourself - The power of your story and so much more!   For anyone who signs up and listens to the Podcast: we're giving away $200 off the cost of JRNIs coaching training, as well as a six-step guide to becoming a life coach here. You can also win a 30 minute coaching session with one of our many JRNI coaches. This is the link to fill out the form for a free session, you'll be matched with one of JRNI's coaches. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.  Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB Uplifting Content   Noelle Cordeaux Instagram JRNI Facebook JRNI Instagram JRNI Linkedin  Linkedin  The Catalyst Life Coaching Podcast

Debra Searle MVO, MBE  Debra Searle is a professional adventurer and serial entrepreneur.  Her expeditions have included rowing solo across the Atlantic and sailing around Antarctica.  She has also launched four companies, is a published author, has worked as a presenter for the BBC and is a trusted corporate speaker.  Debra's spirit of adventure gained her an MBE from Her Majesty the Queen and a place on the board of The Duke of Edinburgh's Award.  She was later awarded an MVO in the 2014 New Year's Honours. In Spring 2015, Debra and her company combined her two passions for adventure and gender equality by organising and leading an all-female team on an expedition in the Arctic Circle. In this episode we spoke about: -Her story of the remarkable 111 days at sea rowing across the Atlantic - Her journey from being a PE teacher to launching 4 companies - How she manages her businesses and going on adventures. - The correlation between your thoughts, feelings and their impact on your actions - Choosing your attitude changes beliefs - How people don't push themselves outside of their comfort zone. - How to start your day the right way - How the speaking business works - How she overcomes her struggles and much more For a fantastic work sheet on goal setting you can get Debra's "Life Upgrade Guide" by following this link www.debrasearle.com/goals Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.  Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB Uplifting Content Debra Searle   Website   Facebook   LinkedIn   Twitter   YouTube   Google +

Christine is an author, speaker, master coach and host of the popular podcast, Over it and On With It in which she coaches callers live on air, helping them heal their past, change their present, and create a life they desire. I first interviewed Christine in 2017 for the Uplifting Content Summit and then interviewed her again for the Uplifting Content podcast last year. In this she speaks about meeting her boyfriend and how they came to be and they actually recently got married this year. - Christine's story and why she was always an overachiever- How she got into personal development, coaching, and speaking- Her quarter life crisis- How to embrace your feminine qualities for both men and women- Trusting your intuition- How she surrendered to the universe and met her now husband- Her Personal Mastery Course Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here. Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB Uplifting Content   Christine Hassler    Website FacebookTwitterInstagram LinkedIn YouTube

Evan believes in entrepreneurs. At 19, he built then sold a biotech software company. At 22, he was a venture capitalist helping raise $500k to $15mil. He now runs the biggest YouTube channel for entrepreneurs with 1.8M+ subscribers, wrote 4 books & speaks globally. He wants to solve the world's biggest problem, unleashing your untapped potential.  Topics: - His story and how he became an entrepreneur from an early age - Why 10 year goals fail -Ways to start believing in yourself - Taking action on your ideas - His "Damn the Doritos" concept and more Enter to WIN his book, Your One Word: The Powerful Secret to Creating a Business and LIfe That Matter here. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here. Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent   Evan Carmichael Website  Facebook  Facebook Fan Page   YouTube Channel  Twitter  Instagram  LinkedIn

Lori Gottlieb is a psychotherapist and New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, which is being adapted as a television series with Eva Longoria. In addition to her clinical practice, she writes The Atlantic‘s weekly “Dear Therapist” advice column and contributes regularly to The New York Times.  In this episode, we talked about:  - Lori's story and her multiple career changes  - How thinking about death makes us appreciate life and live more fully - How her book “Maybe You Should Talk To Someone” came to be. - How happiness as a goal is a recipe for disaster and what is a better alternative - The difference between "idiot compassion" and "wise compassion" - How we can be our own bullies - Being intentional about your choices and more Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent Lori Gottlieb Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Book: Maybe You Should Talk To Someone

FLIP FLIPPEN is a New York Times best-selling author, serial social entrepreneur, philanthropist, and an international speaker and thought leader. He is the founder of numerous companies, including one of the largest educator training companies in North America, and has worked with many of the most prominent leaders in the world. From his early career working with gang kids to his later work in board rooms and classrooms, Flip has dedicated himself to helping people write a new story.  In this episode we spoke about: - His career and how he got into training and personal development - His process for writing his books - The difference between your first, second, and third story? - His story of not going to Harvard and how he re-wrote his life story - His book Your Third Story which he's offered to giveaway a copy of and much more. Enter to win the book, Your Third Story by Flip Flippen and Chris White here. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent   Flip Flippen Facebook Twitter Instagram Book: Your Third Story

This week's guest, Gordana Biernat is a thinker, writer, speaker and wisdom keeper. She is also one of Oprah's SuperSoul 100 teachers – a group of 100 awakened leaders who are using their voices and talent to elevate humanity.  As a thinker Gordana shares her thoughts on Twitter, initiating creative processes and conscious communication. She is a mentor, assisting those who seek self development and a greater sense of being through intellectual and spiritual inquiry.  Her straightforward and empowering tweets have already inspired hundreds of thousands of people across the globe and her book "#KnowTheTruth - Why Knowing Who You Are Changes Everything", is a collection of her most profound wisdom.   “#KnowTheTruth” opens reader's eyes to their inherent inner power and true potential; it will remind you of who we are and why we are here.  In this episode, we talked about: - Gordana's story - How the birth of her son changed everything - Where the inspiration comes from for her daily tweets of wisdom - How to look for and find love in what you're doing  - How to focus on the now moments - How her book, #KnowTheTruth, came to be - How she became one of Oprah's SuperSoul 100 teachers and more.   You can find her book recommendations here: Seth speaks: The eternal validity of the soul The Law Of One   Enter to WIN her book, #KnowTheTruth here  Buy the book here  Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here. Here is the quick meditation Gordana recommends for grounding and helping you to connect with the truth of who you are:  Close your eyes. Breathe in. Breathe out. And repeat: "I am the light in the darkness. I am the love in the hate. I am the calmness in the storm. I am the courage in the fear." Breathe in. and out.   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent   Gordana Biernat Twitter  Facebook    Instagram     Linked In    SuperSoul100    KnowYourTruth

Dr. Tony Youn, a holistic anti-ageing, health and wellness expert who specializes in using dietary changes, revolutionary products and non-surgical cosmetic treatments to improve overall health and appearance. His holistic beauty is a ‘whole body' approach to health, wellness, and looking your best. It consists of addressing the full spectrum of factors that influence ageing and appearance, including an anti-ageing diet, age-reversing activities, a non-toxic environment, mindfulness, natural skincare, and non-invasive treatments, with surgical solutions utilized only as a final resort. Dr. Youn advocates that with such a wealth of options and tools available, the vast majority of people can get the look they've always wanted without going under the knife. He is the host of The Holistic Plastic Surgery Show and author of The Age Fix.    Topics: - Dr Youn's journey to holistic plastic surgery - What holistic beauty is - The 'Kardashianization' of the younger generation - General medicine and the direction it is moving towards - The growing trend towards functional medicine  - His new book "Playing God - The Evolution of a Modern Surgeon” and more Giveaway: In his upcoming memoir, Playing God: The Evolution of a Modern Surgeon Dr. Youn reveals that the true metamorphosis from student to doctor occurs not in medical school but in the formative years of residency training and early practice. Sign up here Check out his website for fantastic advice about alternative anti-ageing solutions here. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent   Dr. Youn  Website Twitter  Facebook Instagram

Kute Blackson is a charismatic visionary and transformational teacher, Kute Blackson offers a fresh, bold look at spiritual awareness for a whole new generation. For over 20 years, Kute Blackson has been inspiring audiences around the world. His electrifying presentations, not only offer real world practical ideas and soul stirring wisdom, but also ignite the heart and inspire courageous action.His mission is simple: To awaken and inspire people across the planet to access inner freedom, live authentically and fulfill their true life's purpose. Topics we discussed: Kute's fascinating story of how he got to where he is today How lying to ourselves causes suffering How he started building his relationship with himself How to be aware of our conditioning Four questions to help you live your life your purpose Kute's upcoming seminar in Bali, his coaching method His fabulous book: You.Are.The.One.  We're giving away a signed copy of Kute's book, You.Are.The.One. signup here. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent   Kute Blackson Website  Facebook Instagram  Twitter YouTube  Book: You.Are.The.One

Rynda Laurel is the founder of VRYeveryday, a wellness brand with a mission to help support emotional wellbeing, mental health and biochemical recovery using nutrition, supplements and various wellness modalities. As a long-time Creative Executive and Consultant, Rynda has an extensive background in the music, entertainment, brand, and online space where she still works with a select number of clients.Topics: - Learned about Rynda's story - How she got off antidepressants and started using natural alternatives for better mental health- The differences between traditional medications and natural solutions- How you can find a more holistic way to improve your mental health and wellbeing- How she started VRYeveryday- How VRYeveryday is helping people- and much more Enter to Win a VRYeveryday Mood Balancing Supplement Set here!The Feel VRY Well Set includes all 5 current products with a $153 value. Resources for lab testing here.  Book resources for mental health and nutrition here. Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent   Rynda LaurelVryeveryday Vryeveryday Facebook Website  Facebook Instagram Twitter

Ben Nemtin is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of What Do You Want To Do Before You Die?, the star of The Buried Life MTV Show, an internationally renowned keynote speaker, and co-founder of the full service production company, Theos. In this episode, we talked about: How the Buried Life came to be and what it is 5 steps to accomplish all the things you want in life. Decide what's important to you Write it down Talk about it Be creatively persistent Be audacious How to create audacious goals and how to achieve them Why we have limiting beliefs Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent   Ben Nemtin   Website    Facebook    Twitter    Instagram    LinkedIn

Robert Kandell has spent the last 20 years helping people re-energize their lives and build better relationships through more honest and authentic connection and communication.  Robert is also an accomplished teacher, coach, and lecturer with over 400 workshops under his belt. He also brings his enthusiasm and passion to his weekly podcast, Tuff Love podcast which has over 100,000 downloads on subjects around relationships, intimacy, sex, communication and gender dynamics. In this episode, we talked about:  - How a conversation about his sex life with this partner changed his views on sexuality - How we're trained to be mediocre communicators in our relationships - How men aren't allowed to talk about personal issues in society - How we should speak our truths in relationships and be collaborative - His experience in creating the company, One Taste - How porn has affected our bodies and views on sexuality  Here's Nicole Daedone's TED talk. Here's a link to The Butterfly Effect by John Ronson. Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent   Robert Kandell Website Website Tuff Love Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest LinkedIn YouTube

Gregg Braden is a five-time New York Times best-selling author, researcher, educator, lecturer and internationally renowned as a pioneer bridging modern science, ancient wisdom, and human potential!From 1979 to 1990 Gregg worked as a problem solver during times of crisis for Fortune 500 companies. He continues problem-solving today as he merges modern science and the wisdom of our past to reveal real-world solutions to the issues that challenge our lives. His research has led to 12 award-winning books now published in over 40 languages.  In this episode we spoke about: - His quantum leap from logical progression of solving small problems in science to solving the bigger problems in our world - How we are governed by the concept of "Survival of the Fittest" when in fact nature shows that we have survived through collaboration  - New scientific discoveries that have the potential to change the world and so much more Enter to win a digital copy of the book "Entanglement" for all new subscribers during the giveaway duration HERE Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.   Gregg Braden Website Facebook   Twitter   Instagram   PinterestYouTube   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Joe Weston is an international workshop facilitator, author, consultant, coach, and advocate for lasting peace. He is the author of the book, Mastering Respectful Confrontation. Joe has almost 30 years of experience in providing workshops for individuals as well as training to corporations, government agencies and non-profits around the world. Topics we talked about: Joe's story and how he came about to do this work Why do we still have fights even though we know better? What the Respectful Contronfation practice? The difference between confrontation and conflict The different between assertiveness vs aggression and how to speak your truth His book and coaching programs and so much more. Giveaway: One hour coaching session with Joe Weston and a copy of his book Mastering Respectful Confrontation, link for giveaway here.Free Weekly Global Meditation For Lasting Peace every Tuesday, Zoom link here.  Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here. Joe Weston Website Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Gary John Bishop is one of the leading Personal Development experts in the industry with a global reputation that has impacted tens of thousands of people worldwide. From athletes and celebrities to Fortune 500 executives and stay-at-home Moms and Dads, his “urban philosophy” approach represents a new wave of personal empowerment and life mastery that has caused miraculous results for people in the quality and performance of their lives. Gary is also the author of the New York Times best selling book UnFuck yourself - Get Out of Your Head and into Your Life and his latest book Stop Doing That Sh*t: End Self-Sabotage and Demand Your Life Back.   Topics we talked about: - Gary's remarkable journey and his work in the personal development space - What it means to be a human - Breaking the cycles of poor choices that perpetuate our problems - How the pursuit of happiness is a past-based phenomenon - The dangers of limiting beliefs and how to overcome them. - The concept of "reverse causality" - Gary's process for working with his clients and much more Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here. Gary John Bishop Website Instagram  Facebook  Twitter  Youtube   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Dr Friedemann Schaub, is a physician specializing in cardiology and molecular biology, researcher, personal development coach and the author of the book The Fear + Anxiety Solution: A Breakthrough Process for Healing and Empowerment with Your Subconscious Mind. His programs have helped clients overcome fear, anxiety and self-limiting patterns by addressing the deeper, subconscious root causes of these mental and emotional challenges.  In this episode we spoke about: - How and why he began working with fear and anxiety  - Ways to help people overcome fear and anxiety.  - How to work on your negative thoughts and become your own mentor - How to process the past and see your truth of who you are - Learning when you are disconnected from yourself - Identifying what your anxiety is telling you and so much more   Giveaway: 1 winner will get complimentary access to Dr. Friedemann's Breakthrough Empowerment Video Course ($325.00 Value)  Special coupon for giveaway entries: We can email all other entries a special coupon to buy the course at $99.    Sign up to get access toDr Friedemann's Resolving Inner Conflicts course, do it, it's FREE! Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.   Dr. Friedemann Schaub Website Facebook  Instagram Twitter LinkedIn  Youtube   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Ian MacKenzie is a filmmaker, author, and new paradigm media activist.  Nicole Sorochan is an experienced impact producer and cross-platform director and also the co-owner of One Net Inc., an award winning creative agency. In this episode, we spoke about:  The movie “Amplify Her,” where the inspiration came from, how Ian and Nicole came together to work on it, it's unique release and multi platform distribution approach The need for femenine expression and what that means The journey of making the film, how the process was just as important as the project. (watch this short)  Why it's so challenging for women to be supported and empowered, particularly in the realms of sexuality and creativity  After almost two years of touring, the film is now available online through Amazon US Enter to win an Amplify Her graphic novel here. Ian Mackenzie Facebook  Instagram Nicole Sorochan Twitter Amplify Her Website Facebook  Twitter Instagram  YouTube Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

A former US Air Force Captain turned Author/Coach/Speaker, Bryan Reeves has triumphed through multiple dark nights of the soul after hurling himself into the transformational fires of intimate relationship over and over again. With a Masters Degree in Human Relations, Bryan coaches men, women and couples in creating thriving lives and relationships. Bryan is the author of the viral blog, "Choose Her Every Day (or Leave Her)" and two books on Amazon, including his latest, "Tell The Truth, Let The Peace Fall Where It May.” I'm excited for you to hear this week's episode because I had so much fun and got so much from talking to Bryan. In it we spoke about: - How he used to be completely disconnected from his body and emotions, especially during his time in the military and why he thinks that is - Reasons why some of us might not have boundaries Bryan's journey connecting back to himself and with others. How he began helping people with their boundaries  - The difference between co-dependence, interdependence and independence - The Conflict to connection program - The Boundaries Program and Giveaway Enter here to win a free access to the Boundaries Program Giveaway:  Bryan Reeves Home Page  Facebook  Twitter  Instagram   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Megan “Z” Zimring, is a transformational coach, speaker and ceremonialist. She is the creator of the Liberation Dojo, and the founder of the Jaguar Collective. Once an elite martial artist and Olympic hopeful who ultimately overcame a debilitating spinal fusion, Z is passionate about helping others turn trauma into triumph and wounding into warrior wisdom. She is based in Los Angeles and facilitates 1 on 1 mentorship, retreats and immersions both locally & internationally.  In this episode, we spoke about: Z's journey to awakening depression and anxiety are signs that you're not in alignment with your true calling and purpose How she came off the medications she was on and how she healed herself What the liberation dojo and how it helps people break through their fears The Jaguar Collective and what that is How to expand your edges and so much more Enter to win an exclusive 1 hour coaching session with Megan Zimring here. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.   Megan Zimring Website Instagram  Twitter  Facebook  Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Dr. Cat Meyer, PsyD, LMFT is a licensed relationship and sex therapist, yoga instructor, and reiki practitioner dedicated to evolving the relationship we have surrounding sexuality and our bodies. She is the host of Eat.Play.Sex podcast and  the founder of SexLoveYoga.com, an online platform for education and programs on relationships, sexuality, and embodiment. In this episode, we discussed: How to build intimacy and connections Why we're afraid of pleasure What are ways and practices to help in relaxing and expressing ourselves? Allowing yourself to follow your curiosities and find your pleasures. How to create an erotic map The science of play, what is play? How to create a relationship design program Undone Yoga Catch our new episodes every Tuesdays! Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here. Dr. Cat Meyer SexLoveYoga CatMeyer Instagram Facebook Twitter Undoneyoga GoddessCelebration   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Jackie Knechtel is a visionary leader, connector, master manifestor, world traveler and pioneer in the area of flow.  Justin Faerman is a visionary change-agent, international speaker, serial entrepreneur and consciousness researcher. He is the co-founder of Conscious Lifestyle Magazine. And he co-founded the FlowConsciousness Institute along with Jackie. In this episode, they talked about: How Jackie and Justin came together to create the Flow Consciousness Institute and what it is How to identify and change your limiting old beliefs  Your intuition and how to harness it The scientific discoveries around Flow What the Flow mastery course is, how you can win a free place in the program and much more Enter To Win A Free Spot in Flow Mastery Online Program here Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here. Jackie Knechtel Website Facebook  Twitter Instagram  LinkedIn   Justin Faerman Facebook Instagram Twitter   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Christina Weber is the Founder of DEEPEN, a community and platform in which guides facilitate unique experiences which bring good-hearted, interesting people together. In this episode we spoke about: The problem with conventional dating and why Christina started Deepen What Deepen is and how Deepen works as a solution to the problem of loneliness How the Deepen experiences are created Ideas she has for future experiences and upcoming events  How she manages to stay on top of things and much more Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here. Catch new episodes every Tuesday.    Christina Weber Instagram  Twitter  LinkedIn  Facebook    Deepen Facebook  Instagram    Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Randi Silverman is a mother and the Founder and Executive Director of The Youth Mental Health Project. A leading voice on the topic of youth mental health, Randi frequently travels the united states to speak about the importance of understanding the mental health needs of children, teens, and young adults and to facilitate community conversations after screenings of the film she wrote and produced called NO LETTING GO. Which you can watch on Amazon Prime. In this episode we talked about: Her experience as a mother to a 9 yr old boy who was suicidal Why parents hesitate to share their experience about their children's mental health What she would have done differently knowing what she knows now Tools that can help kids and and us adults  Why she started the Youth Mental Health Project Things to look out for in a someone who is struggling with mental illness Enter to win a bag of Kimochi mixed bag of feelings giveaway here. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.  The Youth Mental Health Project Website Facebook  Twitter Instagram   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Ariana Hall is a secret weapon for the “Post #MeToo” man who wishes to lead by example and become part of the solution. She specializes in communication, public speaking, and all types of relationships. As a professional singer, her touring experience has taken her around the world and put her in front of about one million audience members. Ariana is also a certified Tantra Instructor.   In this episode we spoke about: Her journey from being a professional singer to the work she does now Some of the internal struggles of men The increasing problems with the swiping dating culture How to have successful relationships with other people Tantra and tantric meditation and much more Enter to win a tailor-made meditation from Ariana here Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.   Ariana Hall    Website   Instagram   LinkedIn   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Scilla Andreen is an award-winning producer and CEO & founder of IndieFlix, a global, streaming and screening service that focuses on content for a purpose. She's Included in Variety's Women's Impact Report as an Executive making a difference and is a popular speaker at Sundance, Cannes, CES, SXSW and Women in Film. Scilla is also the Founder of IndieFlix Foundation, Director of the movie LIKE, a Producer of Angst, Screenagers, and Empowerment Project and is currently filming The Upstanders. Scilla is on a mission to change the world with film.   In this episode we spoke about: Her platform "IndieFlix" and how it came about. Building IndieFlix at the same time as NetFlix. How she shifted from chasing the green to chasing quality in her work. How and why IndieFlix became Content with a Purpose. The power of movie screenings and how they start conversations. And so much more.  Enter to win Enter To Win A Year Subscription To IndieFlix – Content For A Purpose here. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here. Scilla Andreen Facebook Twitter Instagram Vimeo LinkedIn   IndieFlix Foundation Website Facebook Twitter Instagram   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Kelly LeVeque is a holistic nutritionist wellness expert and celebrity health coach based in L.A. Her company "Be Well" grew out of Kelly's lifelong passion for health, the science of nutrition and overall wellness. Kelly helps her clients improve their health, achieve their goals, and develop sustainable habits to live a healthy and balanced life. In this episode, we talked about: How she transitioned out of her corporate world to do the work she loves doing now. Great advice for those wanting to change career paths. Her book Body Love. What it looks like to find balance in your meals. How to feel more energized throughout the dayAnd so much more.  Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here. Kelly LeVeque Website Facebook Twitter Instagram   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Johann Hari is an award-winning journalist, and the author of two New York Times Bestselling books. The first one is 'Chasing the Scream - The First and Last Days on the War on Drugs', and 'Lost Connections - Uncovering the Real Causes of Depression and the Unexpected Solutions'. He lives half of his year in London, and the other half of his year traveling to research his books. In this episode we spoke about: Johann's experience with depression and why he wrote his book. Anti-depressants and their real value. The link between work and depression. Intrinsic and extrinsic motives and how to move away from destructive thoughts. Nature as an antidepressant. How the way we live prevents us from getting away from depression. And how grief and depression are connected. And so much more. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.  Johann Hari Website Facebook Twitter Instagram   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Mastin Kipp is an author, a coach, an international speaker, and successful entrepreneur. He founded TheDailyLove.com, an inspirational website, daily email and Twitter account in 2005 and was recognised by Oprah Winfrey as an "up and coming thought leader of the next generation of spiritual thinkers." In this episode we spoke about: How he started the work that he does. Tackling mental illness and how to look at it holistically. His journey in discovering his purpose and how you can take that and transform it and use it to help people. Taking care of your body as a whole and avoiding stresses and overwhelming yourself. And so much more.. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here. Enjoy the episode and catch new ones every Tuesday! Mastin Kipp Website Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Chris is a former FBI Hostage Negotiator, professor, the CEO of The Black Swan Group, and the author of one of my favorite books Never Split the Difference. In this episode we spoke about: Techniques for negotiation and how to elegantly say no. The difference between hostage negotiation and business negotiation. How to use and apply these techniques to increase your value in companies. The power of negotiating ranges instead of fixed prices. And so much more. Subscribe to Chris' weekly Newsletter, "The Edge" here. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.   Chris Voss Facebook Instagram Twitter Website   Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Prince Ea is a film-maker, speaker and activist whose videos have reached over a billion views. Videos like "I SUED THE SCHOOL SYSTEM", "Dear Future Generations: Sorry", and so much more. This is actually one of the first episodes that we did for the Uplifting Content Podcast, and Prince Ea has been instrumental to the start of Uplifting Content. In this episode we talked about: The video that I acted in him with, "I am not Black, You are not White." What labels are and how they affect us. How to combat years of conditioning. Touching on Politics and Sensitive Topics. Further reading and resources-- his recommended reading list. The difference between interest and passion. Check out "I Am NOT Black, You are NOT White" here. Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.   Prince Ea Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Youtube     Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Lynne McTaggart is an author of seven books, including bestsellers, The Power of Eight,  The Field, The Intention Experiment and The Bond, she is highly regarded for her ground-breaking work with consciousness and the power of intention, and is well known for the quality of her writing and in-depth research. Lynne is also a dynamic speaker, the architect of the Intention Experiment, a global ‘laboratory' involving thousands of readers around the world testing the power of group thoughts. She's also co-founder and editor of the world's No 1 health magazine, What Doctors Don't Tell You. In this episode, we spoke about: Her journey from being an investigative reporter to the work she does today The power of thought and intention, and altruism The process of intentions and intending to others instead of yourself Upcoming events and techniques and so much more.   Visit Lynne's website https://lynnemctaggart.com to get these wonderful giveaways: ·       A 25-minute audio of the little-known secrets of all intention 'masters'·       A 30-page download of the most vital intention techniques! To never miss a beat, sign up to my very infrequent email update here.   Lynne McTaggart Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Youtube     Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

ELIZABETH LESSER is a bestselling author, speaker and the co-founder of Omega Institute, which is a renowned conference and retreat center in New York. Elizabeth has studied with spiritual teachers, healers, psychologists, and philosophers from other traditions and In 2008 she helped Oprah Winfrey produce a ten-week online seminar based on Eckhart Tolle's book, A New Earth. The webinar has been viewed by over 40 million people worldwide. She was a guest on the Oprah Show, a frequent host on Oprah's Soul Series, a weekly radio show on Sirius/XM, and is one of the Super Soul 100, a collection of a hundred leaders who are using their voices and talent to elevate humanity.  In this episode we talked about: How she discovered spirituality The Omega Institute and how it came about Taking your challenges and turning them into something good for the soul Rejection and Attack - how to have the courage to allow difficult people in our lives and more.   Subscribe To Get A Free Copy Of “In The Shelter Of Each Other” By Elizabeth Lesser here.   Elizabeth Lesser Website Facebook Instagram Twitter       Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Amber Rae has been called a "Millennial Motivator" and the “Brene Brown of Wonder”. She is also an author, artist, and speaker that teaches creativity, personal growth, and emotional wellness. In this episode we talked about: How Amber chose wonder over worry and walked away from her career in the tech industry to follow a less traditional path. Taking risks and trying new things. The 3 Cs for facing discomfort or any negative emotions aka The Wonder Sidekicks: Courage, Curiosity, and Compassion. How to overcome the "I should be doing this..." concept and belief system. Her book "Choose Wonder Over Worry"and much more. Enter To Win “Wonder Over Worry” By Amber Rae here.   Amber Rae Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Medium     Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Dr. Bruce Lipton is internationally recognized for bridging the gap between science and spirit. He is a stem cell biologist, best-selling author, and he has been a guest speaker on hundreds of radio and TV shows, as well as keynote presenter for national and international conferences. In this episode, we spoke about:How it's your mindset and beliefs that shape your life and not your genetics. How your programming determines what show's up in your reality. How to lift yourself from the belief that you are powerless. And ways to reprogram yourself to be better, and so much more. This was surely one of my favorite podcast interviews and I'm already seeing changes in my life by changing my programming. Enter To Win “The Biology Of Belief” By Bruce Lipton here.   Dr. Bruce Lipton Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Tumblr LinkedIn YouTube Sound Cloud     Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

Drew Dudely is the founder of Day One Leadership Inc. which helps organizations around the world increase their leadership capacity. Drew has spoken to hundreds of thousands of people on five continents, he's been featured in the Huffington Post, Radio America, Forbes.com, and TED.com, where his TED talk has been voted one of the 15 Most Inspirational TED Talks of all times. His first book, This is Day One: A Practical Guide to Leadership debuted at number 6 on the World Street Journal Best Seller List and has gone on to become an international bestseller. In this episode we talked about: Leadership today instead of tomorrowHow to evaluate opportunities when they come along.Giving a new perspective on leaders and leadership.What makes great leaders.The key to personal leadership.How to make better decisions and the criteria for making them.They DayOne leadership concept. A very interesting conversation between Drew and Ione that touched not only leadership and being a leader, but on how you can use personal leadership skills to help with your daily decision making. This will surely change your perspective on yourself! Enter To Win A Free Lifetime Membership On “Day One Leadership Direct Program” With Drew Dudely here.   Drew Dudely Website Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn YouTube iTunes     Ione Butler Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube UpliftingContent

After magically shifting her own reality using Reality Transurfing, Renee Garcia has taken great steps to assist others in shifting theirs. She is the only US based officially endorsed Reality Transurfing instructor by the author Vadim Zeland himself. In this fascinating interview she and Ione Butler discussed, - What Reality Transurfing is and how Renee came to do this work- Inner and outer intention and how to use other intention to effortlessly get what you want - How is Reality Transurfing is different from the Law of Attraction- Getting on the right track- How to use Reality Transurfing to find your life partner- Other reality transurfing techniques and more Ione was so intrigued by this conversation that she have started coaching with Renee to learn more about Reality Transurfing and how to do it, we'll let you know how it goes! Enter to win a free Reality Transurfing session with Renee here  If you want to learn more, the audiobook for Reality Transurfing 1: The Space of Variations by Vadim Zeland can be found here    Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB   Uplifting Content Website Uplifting Clothing Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Renée Garcia Website Facebook Twitter Instagram

Dolly Chugh is a professor at the New York University Stern School of Business. She studies implicit bias and unintentional unethical behavior (“bounded ethicality”), teaches MBA courses in leadership, management, and negotiations, and is the faculty chair of the LAUNCH Orientation program. She studies socially charged issues like race and gender, and brings these normally undiscussed issues into the MBA classroom. Her goal is to engage business students in important societal issues and to equip them to do the same with others. Dolly writes a monthly column about race, gender, diversity, inclusion, and bias for Forbes.com. Her first book, The Person You Mean to Be: How Good People Fight Bias (HarperCollins), came out on September 4, 2018. In this episode we spoke about: - What makes a good person?- Being a Good versus Good-ish person- How to deal with hateful views- Way to eliminate bias- How ordinary privilege has impact- How we can help people in simple ways- Job Crafting   Enter to win Dolly's book here Take the test to see if you are biased here  Subscribe to my email update here    Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB   Uplifting Content Website Uplifting Clothing Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Dolly Chugh Website Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn

Penny Power is an author, coach and founder of one of the first business social networking platforms before Facebook and Linkedin existed. In this episode we spoke about the importance of maintaining our mental health in business and her new book “Business is Personal - be the leader of your life and business” in which she talks openly and honestly about her own emotional and mental learning after dealing with a series of major life challenges. This episode is a must listen for any entrepreneur who has faced the stresses and pressures of owning your own business as well as those working in any corporate or business environment. Enter to win Penny's book here Sign up for my weekly(ish) email for all our giveaways and updates here.    Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB   Uplifting Content Website Uplifting Clothing Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Penny Power Website Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn

Hannah is the founder of Nourish to Health, a keynote speaker, and a detoxification and mindset coach for families worldwide. After helping her children heal holistically from behavioral issues she now works with mothers to help them prioritize themselves, raise their frequency and improve their mental and physical health, from this place they are better equipped to help heal their children.   In this episode, we spoke about Unlocking the key to true healing using both Nutrition and Energy. How to improve your health beyond what doctors tell you. Taking care of yourself first and allowing yourself to heal so that you then help those around you. How trying small changes at a time can sometimes lead to big results. This is a must listen for everyone. Enter To Win “Heal The Mother, Heal The Child”, An Online Program On How To Naturally Heal Your Child From Chronic Illness and Disease By Hannah Miles here. Subscribe To Get A Free Copy Of “A Guide To High-Frequency Living” By Hannah Miles here. To never miss a beat, sign up to my very infrequent email update here.   Ione Butler Facebook Twitter Instagram Podcast Website IMDB   Uplifting Content Website Uplifting Clothing Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube   Hannah Miles Website Facebook Instagram

Vanessa Van Edwards is a former awkward person, turned best selling author and lead investigator of human behavior at the Science of People institute. In this fascinating conversation, Vanessa and I talked about introverts, extroverts, and ambiverts, the hidden forces that drive our behavior, tips on how to be less awkward at networking events, how to use hand gestures, how to detect lies, be a better communicator and much more! This is a must listen/watch for anyone who has an interest in human behavior and wants to be better at interacting with people. Enter to win a copy of Vanessa's book Captivate here. Get Vanessa's free audio guide about People School here. To never miss a beat, sign up to my very infrequent email update here.   Ione Butler Facebook Twitter Instagram Podcast Website IMDB   Uplifting Content Website Uplifting Clothing Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube   Vanessa Van Edwards Website Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

In this episode I spoke to Christine Hassler, author, speaker, master coach and host of the popular podcast Over It and Under It in which she coaches callers live on air helping them heal their past, change their present and create a life they desire. I first interviewed Christine a couple of years ago for the Uplifting Content Summit and thoroughly enjoyed our conversation. This time we spoke about how following her intuition has brought her to where she is today, the importance of masculine and feminine qualities and how both men and women can embrace them, how she met the love of her life after 9 years of being single, her personal mastery program and much more.   Enter to win Meditation RX a 13-track guided meditation by Christine Hassler here.     Subscribe to my infrequent email update, to stay in the loop about important announcements and giveaways.   Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB   Uplifting Content Website Uplifting Clothing Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Christine Hassler    Website FacebookTwitterInstagram LinkedIn YouTube

In this episode I spoke to Tiffany Cruikshank about Yoga Medicine, our new human organ, mindfulness and how it can positively impact our lives, The Seva foundation in India and more.   Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB   Uplifting Content Website Uplifting Clothing Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Tiffany Cruikshank Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Twitter YouTube

“Powerhouse” is the word I'd use to describe my latest guest for the Uplifting Content podcast, Danette May. An amazing, inspiring powerhouse if I had 3 words. She is a speaker, author and founder of the Rise, a movement that has helped change the lives of thousands of women. In this episode we spoke about how Danette moved through the darkest time of her life after the loss of her son, getting divorced and with no money to her name with the use of healing foods, healing movements and a healing mindset. We spoke about what drove the change and how she built her business, why it's important to spend time doing nothing and her new book “The Rise” which you can enter to win here Become a Supporter Subscribe to my email update here     Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB   Uplifting Content Website Uplifting Clothing Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Danette MayWebsite Facebook Twitter Instagram  Pinterest LinkedIn YouTube

In this episode I spoke to Jackson McKenzie, co-founder of Psychopath Free, an online support community that reaches millions of abuse survivors each month and author of the books Whole Again and Psychopath Free. We discussed why Jackson started the Psychopath Free platform, the different types of personality disorders, what to look out for to avoid toxic relationships, how to get out of an abusive relationship, how to heal afterward and much more. Enter to win Jackson's new book WHOLE AGAIN here Become a Supporter Subscribe to my email update here     Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB   Uplifting Content Website Uplifting Clothing Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Jackson MacKenzie Website Facebook Twitter Whole AgainPsychopath Free

In this episode I spoke to Alexandra Legouix about an accident in May that turned her life upside down. She went from being a confident, adventurous woman to someone who was nervous and afraid. Traumatic experiences can do that to a person and bring up all sorts of fears. In this episode Alex shares her story and how she is recovering from what happened. This is a must listen to anyone who has gone through a traumatic experience or knows someone who has.  Enter to win a copy of Alex's new Yoga DVD here Become a Supporter Subscribe to my email update here     Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB   Uplifting Content Website Uplifting Clothing Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Alexandra Legouix   Website Facebook Twiiter Instagram  Pinterest LinkedIn  YouTube

In this episode I spoke to author, coach, actor and speaker G. Brian Benson about following your intuition and living the life you want. Both he and I are very similar in our work and our story. We were both on a path we didn't feel was right for us and made the decision to move our lives in a different direction. For anyone who feels like they need a change in their life, be it work or personal this is an episode for you! Enter to win Brian's book “Habits for Success here. Become a supporter of uplifting content to receive exclusive supporter only content and perks. Click here.   Ione Butler Facebook Instagram Twitter  Podcast  Website  IMDB Uplifting Content Website Uplifting Clothing Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube G. Brian Benson Website Facebook  Twitter Instagram  LinkedIn Google +  YouTube