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Michael made $65,000 last year working 15 to 20 hours a week, after she clocked out of her full-time job.She is not quitting that job. The benefits are good, she loves the work, and I have never once told her she should leave. What she built is a full-time income on part-time hours, and she did it with an ugly proposal and five marketing minutes a day.In this Student Spotlight, Michael walks through the whole thing: the "expensive jobby" she was running before she learned ads, the exact 45-day mark when clients started booking, the two-hour order of operations she runs every weeknight, and the moment she realized she was underpricing because she kept telling herself "this isn't my money."If you have been using your job as the reason you cannot start, y'all, this episode takes that excuse right off the table.In this episode, you'll learn:The 45-day marketing minutes rule, and why Michael's first client landed almost exactly on scheduleWhy five marketing minutes a day beats fifteen (she tried fifteen first, and it did not stick)The exact 4-step order she runs her two hours in, and why most people do it backwardsHow to plan your week for the RESULT instead of the to-do listWhy the ugly proposal and ugly Work With Me page never cost her a single client in two yearsThe reason consuming more information keeps you safe but keeps you brokeWhat it took to raise her prices when her brain kept saying "this isn't my money, it's someone else's"Why referrals are wonderful but are never a strategy (she lived through the dip)Mentioned in this episode:Strategist Society: thestrategistsociety.comFree training, the three elements of a successful freelance ad management business: brandimowles.com/100kConversions for Clients: conversionsforclients.comThe 2020 income report episodes (the $250K to $1.2 million documentation Michael credits as the reason she started) brandimowles.com/incomeReady to scale past $10K months?Strategist Society is where Michael gets the one-on-one Voxer support, the private podcast, and the strategy feedback that turned her side income into a full-time income. We only accept a few people each month when we have spots, and this quarter is filling up. Head to thestrategistsociety.com and apply for a call. We will look at your situation, figure out how I can support you, and if it is a fit, I will tell you. If it is not, I will tell you that too. No obligation either way.Just getting started? Grab the free training at brandimowles.com/100k and learn how to run ads, build systems, and price your services inside Conversions for Clients.Loved this episode?Screenshot it, share it on your stories, and tag @brandimowles. Send it to the friend who keeps saying she would start a business if she did not have a job. She needs Michael's numbers.Now go do the dang thing.Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/serve-scale-soar/id1477998650Follow Brandi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandimowlesFollow Brandi on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brandiandcompany

In this episode I want to talk about something I see people really struggle with, and that is rest. I think there can be this sense that rest is one particular thing and that it looks a certain way. In this episode I want to challenge that, because rest comes in so many more forms than we tend think about. Physical, creative, sensory, social, cognitive, emotional and spiritual rest each serve a different purpose and become important at different times.Links to Dr Hayley D Quinn ResourcesWebsite: https://drhayleydquinn.comFREE resource https://drhayleydquinn.com/resources/Book - From Self-Neglect to Self-Compassion: https://drhayleydquinn.com/product/book/Join the Welcome to Self®: Compassion Community https://drhayleydquinn.myflodesk.com/communityWelcome to Self®: Co-working sessionshttps://tidycal.com/3oze991/welcome-to-self-co-working-sessionLink to podcast mailing list: https://drhayleydquinn.com/podcast/Group Coaching Waitlist: https://drhayleydquinn.myflodesk.com/timetothrivewaitlistContact me for personalised training / speaking for your organisation or event https://drhayleydquinn.com/contact-me/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drhayleydquinnLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-hayley-d-quinnFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drhayleydquinn

Episode OverviewIn this episode of The Uncertainty Edge, host Sam Sivarajan sits down with Matt Granados, CEO of Life Pulse Inc. and productivity coach to Fortune 500 leaders, financial advisors, and professional athletes. Matt challenges the cult of high performance — arguing that most people operate at only 40–60% of their true capacity, not because they lack ability, but because they're chasing the wrong target. His framework: truth leads to tension, and tension leads to transformation. The result is what he calls optimal performance — high output at a sustainable pace — and it changes everything about how you lead, plan, and live. Key Quote“No one has ever accidentally become fulfilled. Fulfillment takes intentionality.” — Matt GranadosKey Takeaways•       High performance is overrated. It's high output at an unsustainable pace compared to others. Optimal performance — high output at a sustainable pace compared to your own ability — is the real goal.•       Stop solving symptoms. Address root causes and people, like bones properly set, will heal themselves.•       Operate at 80% capacity — not 100%. That buffer is what lets you surge when needed and recover without burning out.•       Identity, calling, and assignment are not the same thing. Tie your identity to your role and you're one job loss away from a crisis. Know who you are first.•       Plan weekly, act daily. Days are too short, months too long — the week is the right unit of execution. Sound Bites•       “You can't manage time. You can only choose what you do with the time you have.”•       “Nice avoids conflict. Kindness loves someone enough to keep them in order.”•       “Excuses end with the problem. Reasons come with a solution.”•       “When you experience fulfillment in its truest form, nothing else will match it.” Topics Discussed00:02 — Introduction: Life Pulse & the Inefficiency Epidemic08:16 — Symptoms vs. Causes: Why Most Performance Fixes Don't Stick13:47 — Truth, Tension & Transformation: The Framework26:28 — From 40% to 80%: Closing Your Performance Gap36:13 — Identity vs. Assignment: Who You Are vs. What You Do Resources MentionedLearn more about Matt Granados and Life Pulse Inc.:lifepulseinc.comFree resources for Uncertainty Edge listeners:lifepulseinc.com/TUE Stay Connected with The Uncertainty E.D.G.E.•       Join the conversation on LinkedIn — share your thoughts and connect with other forward-thinking leaders.•       Explore more insights on Sam's website.•       Check out Sam's Two Free Substack newsletters: theuncertaintyedge.com and thegoodhumanpractice.com

Send us Fan MailI'm Bridget Walton, a functional nutritionist helping ambitious women ages 25-45 naturally restore hormone balance, fix irregular periods, feel confident in their fertility, and resolve gut health issues without restrictive dieting.If you struggle with missing periods, PMOS/PCOS symptoms, bloating, or unpredictable cycles, this women's health podcast will teach you how to support your hormones through strategic nutrition and lifestyle changes that actually fit your busy life.On I'm Hormonal, you'll discover natural solutions for period problems, learn how gut health impacts your hormones, and get practical hormone balance tips from a functional nutrition perspective - no more guessing what your body needs.Today's episode is an interview with Leah Vong where we talk about genetics and your gut health. This episode is for anyone who wants to learn more about how genetics, histamine, and digestive functional can all influence each other.Learn more about Leah's work: www.leahvong.comFree download: How to Identify Your Food Triggers

Episode Transcript (provided by Riverside - forgive any errors): https://link.sheldongayisbugn.com/s3e20transcriptFollow I Must Be BUGN on IG @sheldongayisbugnSummary:In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Bowen Tyler Marshall, a licensed psychotherapist, PhD, and author specializing in ADHD, autism, relationships, and trauma - for a conversation I've been excited to have for MONTHS. If you're eager to discuss the challenges of neurodivergent relationships, THIS IS YOUR EPISODE. We dig into the science of late diagnosis, why so many people get completely missed by traditional frameworks, and how neurodivergent traits that look like rejection or emotional unavailability are actually nervous system responses being misread as character flaws. We even discuss something that might need me to hold a few hands...when healing and growing into who you actually are, not everyone in your life can make that journey with you. This one is for the late diagnosed, the ones who always felt like something was off, and everyone doing the work to live authentically and have healthy, fulfilling relationships.Key Topics:Different brains create different relationship needs.Late diagnosis changes more than identity.Compassion isn't the same as sacrifice.Relationships need understanding, not assumptions.Misunderstanding isn't the same as rejection.Healing sometimes costs you your closest relationships.Not every conflict is personal.Stay in Contact with Dr. Bowen Tyler Marshall:Follow Bowen on IG: https://www.instagram.com/drbotyler/Subscribe to the Substack (@bowentylermarshall)Connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bowen-marshall-phd-lpcc-s-b62b2621/Resources and Links:SPARK Autism research program: sparkforautism.orgCHADD - ADHD research: https://chadd.org/research/Autism Science Foundation: autismsciencefoundation.orgThe Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ youth mental health): thetrevorproject.orgHelpful Links:Want to go deeper? Schedule a short call to explore working with me as a speaker or personal self-discovery coach: sheldongayisbugn.comFree list of Therapists for Melanated and Marginalized Groups: https://sheldongayisbugn.com/#resourcesFree GroupMe Community for Talented and Gifted adults: https://groupme.com/join_group/108040800/igLaxqNGND Connect - Online community for neurodivergent people: ndconnect.appUmbrella ND - Non-profit focused on neurodivergent advocacy: https://umbrellaopensdoors.org/resourcesKeywordsneurodivergence, ADHD, autism, relationships, couples therapy, mental health, therapy, communication, late diagnosis, self-awareness, compassion neurodivergent relationships, self-compassion, boundaries, marginalized communities, late diagnosis, neurodivergent healing, emotional understanding, trauma, identity, compassionIntro and Outro music provided by byrdversion1 - "Understand" from the album Nevermore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode Transcript (provided by Riverside - forgive any errors): https://link.sheldongayisbugn.com/s3e19transcriptFollow I Must Be BUGN on IG @sheldongayisbugnSummary:In this episode, I reflect on my conversation with Kwentin Shelton, focusing on the importance of early diagnosis in neurodivergent individuals, the struggles faced by gifted individuals, and the significance of believing in oneself. The discussion emphasizes the need for compassion, support, and understanding in educational and personal contexts, highlighting that one's starting point does not dictate their future success.Key Topics:The importance of early diagnosis for better outcomes.Gifted individuals can face unique challenges.Curiosity about oneself is essential for growth.Support systems are crucial for navigating struggles.Giftedness does not equate to perfection in all areas.Self-belief is key to overcoming societal doubts.Community support can enhance personal journeys.Labels can stigmatize rather than help individuals.Education systems need to be more inclusive.Personal growth is a continuous journey, not a destination.Stay in Contact with Kwentin Shelton:Follow him on IG: @asd_by_kasConnect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwentin-shelton/Resources and Links:Kennesaw State Accessibility Collaboration TeamHelpful Links:Hire me to speak or as your personal gifted self-discovery coach!: https://sheldongayisbugn.comFree list of Therapists for Melanated and Marginalized Groups: https://sheldongayisbugn.com/#resourcesFree GroupMe Community for Talented and Gifted adults: https://groupme.com/join_group/108040800/igLaxqNGND Connect - Online community for neurodivergent people: ndconnect.appUmbrella ND - Non-profit focused on neurodivergent advocacy: https://umbrellaopensdoors.org/resourcesKeywordsneurodivergence, giftedness, early diagnosis, self-discovery, education, support, community, personal growth, mental health, inclusionIntro and Outro music provided by byrdversion1 - "Understand" from the album Nevermore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if cancer isn't just about mutated cells, but about a garden that's gone untended for years?In this episode of Integrative Cancer Solutions, Dr. K sits down with Dr. Yi Song, a pathologist trained at Brown University who comes from generations of traditional Chinese medicine practitioners, to talk about why she walked away from conventional cancer research and built a practice around treating the root cause instead of chasing symptoms. They cover why standard lab work often misses what's actually happening inside the body, the six principles behind her book The Regeneration Effect: Sacred Wisdom for Staying Young, and why she believes stem cell therapy works best as early prevention rather than a last resort.The conversation moves between hard science and ancient wisdom, from oxidative stress and DNA damage to meridians, natural rhythm, and the kidney's role as the body's energetic reserve. If you're curious about a different way to think about aging, chronic disease, and what healing actually requires, this one is worth the full listen.Key Takeaways:0:00 Introduction1:15 From generations of Chinese medicine to a pathology PhD at Brown6:21 Why pathology treats symptoms instead of the root cause of cancer9:49 What disease really means before your labs ever catch it13:29 Western medicine digs the well after the fire has already started22:05 The six principles behind The Regeneration Effect35:22 Stem cells as firewood for your body's aging fire38:21 Cancer as the best gift: your garden full of weeds Schedule a Free 15-Min Cancer/Lyme Consultation at The Karlfeldt Center: 208-338-8902Resources:The Regeneration Effect: Sacred Wisdom for Staying Young (pre-order) - https://book.regenerationeffect.comFree e-book, Tending Your Body Like a Garden - https://gift.regenerationeffect.com Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or replace professional medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment decisions.

In this episode I sit down with the wonderful Chris Fraser, a therapist with 29 years of experience, a fellow ADHDer, and the person who coined a term Neuromagnificent.Chris and I talk about what it actually means to embrace your neurodivergent brain, not just manage it or accommodate it, but truly see it for the magnificent thing it is. We go deep into the inner critic, shame, self-compassion, and what it feels like to finally stop hiding the parts of yourself that the world has told you are too much or not enough.I hope there is something in here that helps you see yourself a little differently.A gentle note, this episode touches on themes of shame, self criticism and the emotional experience of growing up neurodivergent, so please take care of yourself as you listen.Links to Dr Hayley D Quinn ResourcesWebsite: https://drhayleydquinn.comFREE resource https://drhayleydquinn.com/resources/Book - From Self-Neglect to Self-Compassion: https://drhayleydquinn.com/product/book/Join the Welcome to Self®: Compassion Community https://drhayleydquinn.myflodesk.com/communityWelcome to Self®: Co-working sessionshttps://tidycal.com/3oze991/welcome-to-self-co-working-sessionLink to podcast mailing list: https://drhayleydquinn.com/podcast/Group Coaching Waitlist: https://drhayleydquinn.myflodesk.com/timetothrivewaitlistContact me for personalised training / speaking for your organisation or event https://drhayleydquinn.com/contact-me/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drhayleydquinnLinkedIn: https://www.linkedIn.com/in/dr-hayley-d-quinn-43386533Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drhayleydquinnLinks to Chris Fraser's ResourcesWebsite: https://www.cmcollab.com/chris-fraserBook: https://www.amazon.com/Freedom-Mindful-Compassion-Chaotic-Purpose-driven/dp/0578526956

Most consultancy owners can tell you their revenue. Very few can tell you their net profit. That gap is where the money quietly leaks out.In this Australia-only episode, Val sits down with Josh Stone, who grew a civil and structural consultancy from £3m to £30m over a decade, sold out, and now coaches 70+ engineering, surveying, architecture and town planning founders on how to build businesses that actually pay them back.We get into the commercial side we rarely cover on the show:Why 30% net profit should be your benchmark, and what to do if you are sat at 12%How to escape the generalist "red ocean" and charge what you are actually worthWhy winning the work is only half the job, and how to stop client relationships living and dying with the founderThe four-stage path from technician to conductor to lifestyle or investorA grounded take on AI in engineering, and why the founders experimenting now will outbid the ones who waitIf you are stuck being the bottleneck in your own business, this is the practical, no-nonsense conversation to fix it.Guest: Josh StoneMore from Project Chatter: www.projectchatter.comFree access, no paywalls. Keep liking, keep sharing, keep paying it forward.

Why Isn't Everyone Activating Their Feminine Frequency? with Peruquois Your voice may be the most direct bridge you have between your body and your soul. In this episode, Emily Fletcher sits down with Peruquois, a ceremonial sound healer, composer, and teacher who has spent over 30 years helping women reclaim their feminine frequency through their own voice. At 23, standing on the edge of a cliff in Bondi, Australia, ready to jump, Peruquois experienced a primal sound moving up through her body that changed the entire course of her life. She shares how that moment became a lifelong practice: a method for releasing stress, grief, and old trauma through vibration, breath, and touch rather than talk therapy alone. Peruquois opens up about healing her own experience of sexual assault by sounding out her pain in the forest, explains why her live transmissions have been measured to raise people's energy biomarkers two to fourteen times over, and leads a live guided exercise inside the episode to help listeners reconnect with their own voice, breath, and body. In this episode, Peruquois explores: – The cliff-edge moment at 23 that changed the direction of her entire life– How a primal sound moving through her body became a decades-long body of work– What she means by pure feminine frequency, and why she calls it the flow of love– Why the feminine principle holds the role of destroyer as much as creator– Healing sexual assault through sound, and why the voice moves what talking and writing can't– The heart rate variability studies showing energy biomarkers rising 2 to 14x during her transmissions– Why meditation alone can quiet the mind but not release what's stored in the body– A live guided exercise using breath, touch, and voice, right inside the episode Key Moments: 02:09 – Standing on a cliff in Bondi, Australia at 2304:19 – The primal sound that changed everything06:42 – Communing with pure feminine frequency08:43 – The promise, and the medicine man who'd been waiting for her12:46 – The feminine as destroyer: menstruation as death and rebirth18:36 – Healing sexual assault through sound in the forest20:58 – The voice as the bridge between body and soul24:01 – Why meditation alone can't move deep trauma28:03 – The science: energy biomarkers rising 2 to 14x31:34 – The grief that comes after the opening40:28 – A 15-minute practice for a nervous system with no time to spare49:45 – Live guided exercise: breath, touch, and voice ✨ Magic Maker is officially open for registration. Three Parts. Totally free. Jul 16, 21 and 23. Join Emily live for three days of activations, tools and community designed to help you access the field, dissolve your invisible cages and become a frequency match for what you're calling in. Register free: magicmaker.zivameditation.com

Finger-pointing is often a sign that team members do not have clear ownership of essential practice responsibilities. In this episode, Kirk Behrendt speaks with Charlene Marques, an ACT Dental coach, about using a function accountability chart to clarify roles, establish measurable accountability, and prevent important tasks from slipping through the cracks. You will learn how consistent reporting, scorecards, and one-on-one feedback can reduce conflict and help team members understand how to succeed in their roles. To create clearer ownership throughout your practice, listen to Episode 1071 of The Best Practices Show!Main Takeaways:Finger-pointing is usually a symptom of unclear ownership and accountability.A lack of clarity can cause missed follow-ups, aging insurance claims, unsigned treatment plans, ordering mistakes, and scheduling problems.Leaders often respond to unclear accountability by fixing problems themselves, double-checking work, and micromanaging team members.A function accountability chart defines the practice's major functions, the seats within each function, and the responsibilities assigned to each seat.The responsibilities of each seat should be defined before assigning a person to that seat.Scorecards and key performance indicators help teams identify whether a function is on track or off track.Regular one-on-one conversations provide timely feedback and allow leaders to coach team members throughout the year.Snippets:00:00 Intro02:00 Finger-pointing is a symptom of unclear ownership and accountability.04:17 Common language that reveals an ownership gap.05:00 Operational problems caused by unclear responsibilities.06:10 How practice leaders become fixers and micromanagers.08:21 The purpose of a function accountability chart.09:44 Why the person should be assigned to the seat last.11:00 Creating a consistent rhythm of reporting and feedback.12:00 Using a 90-day scorecard to track functional health.13:47 Tracking insurance aging and outstanding claims.15:24 Why annual performance reviews do not provide enough feedback.16:34 Structuring regular one-on-one check-ins.18:18 How consistent meetings build trust and develop leaders.19:24 Three requirements for reducing finger-pointing.20:21 Function accountability chart and scorecard resources.Guest Bio/Guest Resources:With over 20 years of experience in the administrative side of dentistry, Charlene has become a trusted coach and partner for dental practices looking to reach their full potential. Throughout her career, she has had the privilege of helping many dentists turn their visions into reality, creating streamlined systems and protocols that empower both the practice and its team. There is nothing more rewarding than seeing the success of a practice as it grows and thrives through thoughtful planning and execution.Outside of work, Charlene enjoys quality time with her husband and their two rescue pets - Ruby, a sweet cat and Harley, a loyal dog. She also cherishes visits to sunny Florida where she spends time with her sister and niece, making the most of family moments whenever possible.With a passion for helping others achieve their goals, Charlene is dedicated to providing exceptional guidance and support to dental practices, ensuring their success for years to come.More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:The Best Practices Show: https://www.actdental.com/podcast/Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaUpcoming Events & Workshops: https://www.actdental.com/events/Smile Source: https://www.smilesource.com/Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.comSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.comgina@actdental.comFree resources: https://www.actdental.com/free-resources/

Episode Transcript (provided by Riverside - forgive any errors): https://link.sheldongayisbugn.com/s3e18transcriptFollow I Must Be BUGN on IG @sheldongayisbugnSummary:In this episode, Kwentin Shelton shares his journey of neurodivergence, early diagnosis, and navigating the educational system as a Black man. We explore misconceptions about autism, the importance of representation, and strategies for support and advocacy. Kwentin Shelton shares his inspiring journey overcoming bullying, embracing neurodivergence, and pursuing his passions in tech, education, and creative projects. Discover how community, self-belief, and resilience can transform lives.Key Topics:Early diagnosis and its impact on self-esteemMisconceptions about autism and giftednessThe importance of representation and support in educationChallenges faced by Black neurodivergent individualsStrategies for advocacy and self-awarenessThe role of societal support and accommodations bullying and resilienceThe importance of community and safe spacesSelf-belief and overcoming stereotypesStay in Contact with Kwentin Shelton:Follow him on IG: @asd_by_kasConnect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwentin-shelton/Resources and Links:Kennesaw State Accessibility Collaboration TeamHelpful Links:Hire me to speak or as your personal gifted or neurodivergent discovery coach!: https://sheldongayisbugn.comFree list of Therapists for Melanated and Marginalized Groups: https://sheldongayisbugn.com/#resourcesFree GroupMe Community for Talented and Gifted adults: https://groupme.com/join_group/108040800/igLaxqNGND Connect - Online community for neurodivergent people: ndconnect.appUmbrella ND - Non-profit focused on neurodivergent advocacy: https://umbrellaopensdoors.org/resourcesKeywordsneurodivergence, autism, education, representation, advocacy, Black men, support strategies, misconceptions, early diagnosis neurodivergence, autism, bullying, education, community, resilience, self-belief, tech, representation, empowermentIntro and Outro music provided by byrdversion1 - "Understand" from the album Nevermore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I continue sharing my late diagnosis journal, picking up where part one left off and following the months after receiving my AuDHD diagnosis. Reading back these entries has been a beautiful reflective experience for me, and I wanted to share them with you in the hope that there is something in here that feels helpful, whether you have recently received your own diagnosis, have known for a while, or are simply curious about what this journey looks like from the inside.Links to Dr Hayley D Quinn ResourcesWebsite: https://drhayleydquinn.comFREE resource https://drhayleydquinn.com/resources/Book - From Self-Neglect to Self-Compassion: https://drhayleydquinn.com/product/book/Join the Welcome to Self®: Compassion Community https://drhayleydquinn.myflodesk.com/communityWelcome to Self®: Co-working sessionshttps://tidycal.com/3oze991/welcome-to-self-co-working-sessionLink to podcast mailing list: https://drhayleydquinn.com/podcast/Group Coaching Waitlist: https://drhayleydquinn.myflodesk.com/timetothrivewaitlistContact me for personalised training / speaking for your organisation or event https://drhayleydquinn.com/contact-me/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drhayleydquinnLinkedIn: https://www.linkedIn.com/in/dr-hayley-d-quinn-43386533Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drhayleydquinnThe Lifestyle Solution: Strategies for Perimenopause Webinar: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1611227

Episode Transcript (provided by Riverside - forgive any errors): https://link.sheldongayisbugn.com/s3e17transcriptFollow I Must Be BUGN on IG @sheldongayisbugnSummary:In this reflection episode, I discuss my conversation with Dr. Derek Porter, which focused on the themes of burnout, authenticity, privilege, and the societal pressures that shape our experiences. We spent time discussing the costs associated with masking one's true self, the complexities of navigating burnout in various spaces, and the need for equitable systems that support mental health and well-being. I listeners to rethink traditional notions of intelligence and speed, advocating for a more compassionate and understanding approach to personal and professional relationships.Key Topics:There's a cost of masking that affects our well-being.Burnout is a systemic issue, not just personal.The grind culture erodes individuals over time.Authenticity should be prioritized in all spaces.Leadership roles often come with extra burdens.Equitable compensation is necessary for extra responsibilities.Speed is not the only measure of intelligence.We need to create systems that support mental health.Stay in Contact with Dr. Derek Porter:Connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-porter/Check out his work on Linktree: https://linktr.ee/drderekporterEmail him at drderekporter@gmail.comResources and Links:Confidence Mapping - Peter AtwaterMaslach Burnout Inventory — Framework for understanding burnoutThe Canary Code — Book illustrating early warning signs in systemsCarol Dweck's work on Grit — Understanding resilience and perseverance in the context of burnout and systemicsHelpful Links:Hire me to speak or as your personal gifted or neurodivergent discovery coach!: https://sheldongayisbugn.comFree list of Therapists for Melanated and Marginalized Groups: https://sheldongayisbugn.com/#resourcesFree GroupMe Community for Talented and Gifted adults: https://groupme.com/join_group/108040800/igLaxqNGND Connect - Online community for neurodivergent people: ndconnect.appUmbrella ND - Non-profit focused on neurodivergent advocacy: https://umbrellaopensdoors.org/resourcesKeywordsburnout, authenticity, privilege, community, leadership, intelligence, speed, mental health, relationships, equityIntro and Outro music provided by byrdversion1 - "Understand" from the album Nevermore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Financial planning for divorce doesn't have to feel overwhelming. Learn how to take control of your money, reduce financial fear, and confidently navigate divorce with expert guidance from Certified Financial Planner Donna Jean Kendrick.Divorce can leave even the smartest women feeling overwhelmed by money. Whether you're preparing for divorce, recovering from widowhood, or simply want to become more financially confident, this conversation is packed with practical advice that can change your future.In this episode of Doing Divorce Different, Lesa sits down with Certified Financial Planner® Donna Jean Kendrick, who transformed her own heartbreaking story into a mission of helping women navigate life's biggest financial transitions.After unexpectedly losing her first husband, Donna discovered firsthand how confusing—and frightening—financial decisions can become during times of grief. Today, she specializes in helping women create confidence, clarity, and financial security through financial planning for divorce, widowhood, and blended families.Together, Lesa and Donna discuss why every woman should understand her finances, regardless of her marital status, and how financial planning for divorce can eliminate fear, provide clarity, and create lasting peace of mind. They also share practical steps you can take today to become financially empowered before a crisis ever happens.Whether you're considering divorce, currently in the middle of one, rebuilding afterward, or simply want to become more financially informed, this episode will leave you feeling hopeful, prepared, and empowered.If you're ready to take action, Donna also shares her free 6-Week Financial Challenge to help you organize your financial life one simple step at a time.Timestamps(00:00) Introduction to Donna Jean Kendrick and her inspiring mission(03:10) Losing her husband and rebuilding life from the ground up(10:12) Why major life transitions make financial decisions so difficult(16:42) The importance of slowing down before making money decisions(21:30) How financial planners help women through divorce and widowhood(27:05) Why knowledge replaces financial fear(34:18) The Divorce Money Map and organizing your financial life(42:14) Lessons every married woman should learn about finances(50:27) Why every woman should understand her own money—even in a happy marriage(58:33) Practical financial habits that create confidence and peace(1:04:45) Donna's books, free resources, and 6-Week Financial ChallengeKey TakeawaysFinancial fear decreases dramatically when you understand what you own, owe, and control.Major life transitions are not the time to make rushed financial decisions—slow down and seek trusted guidance.Every woman should know where important financial documents, accounts, and assets are located, regardless of her relationship status.Building financial confidence starts with small, manageable steps—not becoming an expert overnight.Financial planning is about creating peace of mind, not just growing wealth.Guest BioDonna Jean Kendrick is a **Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®), author, speaker, and host of the Widow Wisdom & Wealth Podcast. After losing her first husband unexpectedly, Donna dedicated her career to helping widows, divorced women, and blended families confidently navigate life's financial transitions. Through education, compassion, and practical tools, she empowers women to build financial clarity and long-term security.Resource LinksDonna Jean KendrickWebsite: https://donnajeankendrick.comFREE 6-Week Financial ChallengeGet your financial house in order in just six weeks. Each week, Donna sends a short video and simple action step to help you organize your finances and build confidence.https://donnajeankendrick.com/6-week-challenge/Books by Donna Jean KendrickThe Divorce Money MapA Guide to WidowhoodA Guide to Blended FamiliesPodcastWidow Wisdom & Wealth PodcastConnect with Lesa KoskiDoing Divorce Different PodcastTags/Keywordsfinancial planning for divorce, divorce finances, divorce financial planning, divorce money, women and money, financial empowerment for women, divorce coach, divorce mediation, certified financial planner, certified divorce financial analyst, financial confidence, women after divorce, widow financial planning, blended family finances, divorce money map, financial education, budgeting after divorce, divorce preparation, money mindset, divorce support, women over 40, life after divorce, divorce recovery, Doing Divorce Different podcast, Lesa Koski, Donna Jean Kendrick

From Rock Star to Channeling Einstein: Barbara With on Angels, the Afterlife, and the Science of CompassionBarbara With's journey starts with a dream of rock stardom and takes a hard left into decades of channeling and conversations with the dead. She traces her path from a teenage visit to psychic Eunice McCoy, through automatic writing and a living-room "psychic sorority," to the framework she calls Conflict Revolution — the idea that world peace starts with resolving conflict inside yourself.A 1998 tabloid assignment to channel the late Princess Diana snowballs into the "Party of Twelve" — deceased public figures (Einstein, Freud, Hitler, JFK, Marilyn Monroe, and more) who Barbara says gather in the afterlife to deliver lessons on compassion and human nature. Einstein eventually breaks off to deliver, through Barbara, a full unified field theory naming compassion as a measurable fifth force of the universe. The conversation also covers Barbara's abusive childhood, the nature of evil, what Hitler is reportedly experiencing in the afterlife, angels, and what "afraid of nothing" really means.About Barbara WithBarbara With is an international peace activist, award-winning author, and psychic channel with over 38 years of experience in the intuitive arts. As co-founder of Conflict REVOLUTION™, she offers a unique approach to resolving inner conflicts as a pathway to personal, family, community, and global peace — inspired by her channeling of Albert Einstein. Her acclaimed books, including Imagining Einstein: Essays on M-Theory, World Peace & The Science of Compassion, have earned prestigious awards. She currently leads Conflict REVOLUTION® workshops and is spearheading a World Peace Tour advocating for a worldwide, nonviolent action to end the age of war.Resources & LinksWebsite: barbarawith.comFree download: Conflict Revolution Challenge (12-week journal)Books: Diaries of a Psychic Sorority, Party of Twelve: The Afterlife Interviews, Imagining Einstein, Einstein et al.Use code EINSTEIN for 40% off a readingLike what you hear? Let us know.$10 Afraid of Nothing merch - and more - at the Afraid of Nothing Shopify store. Visit afraidofnothingpodcast.com or use this url:https://www.afraidofnothingpodcast.com/p/shopify-store/Never be afraid to look good and have cool merch! Support the showSUPPORT THE PODCASTNEW: SHOP OUR STORE ON SHOPIFY!Never Be Afraid to Look Good at https://383e86-d1.myshopify.com/.FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/REVIEW...On our website at afraidofnothingpodcast.com.SUBSCRIBE...Your gracious donation here helps defray production costs. Beyond my undying gratitude, you will also will be shouted out in an upcoming episode.WATCH ON YOUTUBE...We are uploading past episodes on our Youtube channel. WATCH THE DOC…VIMEO ON DEMAND: Rent the Afraid of Nothing documentary here: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/aondoc.TUBI: watch for free with ads on tubitv.com.REVIEW OUR FILM ON ROTTEN TOMATOES...Write your five-star review here.

Send us Fan MailLast year, every major outlet ran the same story: 16 billion passwords exposed. Apple. Google. Facebook. The largest breach in history.It was overblown. Security experts tore it apart within 48 hours.But here's the thing: the real story underneath that headline is actually scarier. And nobody covered it.It's called infostealer malware. It's been quietly running on millions of devices — stealing passwords, bypassing MFA, and feeding an underground credential economy that's behind nearly every major breach of the last two years. Ticketmaster. AT&T. Coinbase. All of it traces back here.In this episode, I dig back into that story and break down:Why the 16 billion number was a "fearset, not a dataset"What infostealer malware actually is and how it gets on your deviceWhy MFA doesn't fully protect you from this (and what does)The underground marketplace where your stolen credentials are sold within 48 hoursThe stat that should genuinely keep you up at night: 67 secondsSix things you can do right now to protect yourselfSHOW NOTESEpisode: Your Password Is Already For SaleLast year, the 16 billion password story dominated headlines. The headline was overblown — but the real threat underneath it, infostealer malware, is what nobody talked about. It's an industrial-scale credential theft economy running quietly in the background, and it's the engine behind almost every major data breach of the last two years. We dug back into it because it's only gotten worse.Resources mentioned:Check if your email has been breached: haveibeenpwned.comFree password manager: bitwarden.comPremium password manager: 1password.comKey sources:Cybernews — original 16 billion credential report (June 2025)CyberScoop — "The 16 billion password breach story is a farce"Flashpoint / DeepStrike — 1.8 billion credentials stolen in 2025 reportMicrosoft Security Blog — Lumma Stealer breakdownIBM X-Force Threat Intelligence Index 2025Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report 2025SANS Institute commentaryConnect:

Send us Fan MailYoutube link https://youtu.be/SAERqA7ymSEEvery month I open up a live Hot Seat Webinar to founders, fund managers, capital raisers, and investors who want real, unscripted feedback on what's holding back their raise. No panels, no rehearsed pitches - just me asking hard questions and giving you the same advice I've given behind closed doors for 19 years.In this session, 7 members get live feedback on their exact situation:0:00 - Welcome + FOC Overview and Member Portal Walkthrough7:28 - Hot Seat 1: Doug Beck - Private Credit, AI Underwriting + Broker Marketplace Strategy20:37 - Hot Seat 2: Ujjwal Roy - Raising a Seed Round on Top of a 7-Figure AI Agency32:21 - Hot Seat 3: Eric Runge - Bitcoin Advisor Funnel, Books + Wealth Advisor Strategy50:34 - Hot Seat 4: Margaret Sweeney - Managed Futures + How to Use Investor Databases1:01:07 - Hot Seat 5: Enrique Montoya - 506B Social Media Rules + Family Office Track Record1:12:38 - Hot Seat 6: Ellen Taylor - $300M AI Data Center Fund Going Institutional1:29:18 - Hot Seat 7: Shamane Alexandria-Stegenga - Residential Fund + Anchor Investor Strategy1:48:58 - Why Capital Raising Is Harder Than Ever + Final AdviceI am Richard C. Wilson and I started this platform 19 years ago. We have 16 million registered members, host 30 events per year across 4 cities, and our community has facilitated over $1 billion in transactions. Inside our member portal you get access to 2,000+ videos from centimillionaires and decamillionaires, 50+ AI tools built specifically for founders and investors, and live access to every event we host. It's like Netflix for investor events, except you also get to shake hands with the people on screen.Our next event is the $100 Million Summit on July 16 in Dallas - 22 speakers all worth $100 million or who have raised $100 million or more, each giving a focused 5 to 10-minute talk. Register at familyoffices.com/100millionWant to join the club and access everything? Visit familyoffices.comFree Capital Raising book + 5-step system: CapitalRaising.comFree guest pass to our member portal: familyoffices.comhttps://familyoffices.com/

In this deeply personal solo episode, I share my own late identification journey as an autistic woman with ADHD by reading directly from the journal entries I wrote in the weeks and months following my diagnosis, the real, unfiltered reflections I never expected anyone else to read. This is part one of a two part series, with part two following in a fortnight.Whether you are neurodivergent yourself, recently identified, simply curious, or supporting someone who is navigating this, I hope there is something in this episode for you.Links to Dr Hayley D Quinn ResourcesWebsite: https://drhayleydquinn.comFREE resource https://drhayleydquinn.com/resources/Book - From Self-Neglect to Self-Compassion: https://drhayleydquinn.com/product/book/Join the Welcome to Self®: Compassion Community https://drhayleydquinn.myflodesk.com/communityWelcome to Self®: Co-working sessionshttps://tidycal.com/3oze991/welcome-to-self-co-working-sessionLink to podcast mailing list: https://drhayleydquinn.com/podcast/Group Coaching Waitlist: https://drhayleydquinn.myflodesk.com/timetothrivewaitlistContact me for personalised training / speaking for your organisation or event https://drhayleydquinn.com/contact-me/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drhayleydquinnLinkedIn: https://www.linkedIn.com/in/dr-hayley-d-quinn-43386533Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drhayleydquinn

He was working 80 hours every two weeks in a hospital ICU.Open heart surgery patients. Life or death. No room for error.And in the gaps between shifts, sometimes still in his scrubs, he was quietly building a short-term rental business that would set him free.In this episode, E sits down with Jeremy Rosen for one of the most honest W2-escape stories this show has ever told.Jeremy joined STR Secrets with 4 properties and a full-time nursing job he loved but knew he had to leave. He went from 4 to 8 to 12 to 20 properties, all while clocking 12-hour shifts at the VA. Then he merged his own company into Five Star Vacation Home Rentals, where he now owns the San Antonio division, part of a portfolio of 70 properties across Central Texas. And he finally walked away from nursing for good.Today, based in San Antonio, Texas, Jeremy focuses on revenue optimization, guest experience, property operations, and scaling high performing vacation rental portfolios.In this episode:→ The exact mindset shift that took Jeremy from sick patients to happy guests, and the nurse's instinct that makes him a better host than most operators will ever be→ How he used his days off, while everyone else scrolled, to prospect, sell, and grow→ The "who not how" decision that broke him out of doing everything himself, and the one hire that changed his entire business→ Why he refused to build in secret, and how speaking his goals out loud actually made them happen→ The honest truth about quitting your W2 that almost nobody talks about, including the strange struggle of suddenly owning all of your own time→ Why "everything is figureoutable" is the only belief you need to finally make the leapIf you have a good job you're scared to leave, this is the episode you need to hear.Connect with Jeremy:Instagram and Facebook: @fivestarvhrEmail: jeremy@fivestarvacationhomerentals.comWebsite: fivestarvhr.comFree 6-step course to start your day right: level.strsecrets.com/pc-bookJoin the community: STR Secrets Facebook Group

Episode Transcript (provided by Riverside - forgive any errors): https://link.sheldongayisbugn.com/s3e16transcriptFollow I Must Be BUGN on IG @sheldongayisbugnSummary:In Part 2 and the conclusion of this episode, I continue our discussion with Dr. Derek Porter around the critical issues of burnout, organizational failure, and the importance of understanding neurodivergence in educational and community spaces. We get a little deeper into the challenges of creating inclusive environments in schools and how these challenges are particularly impacting already marginalized groups such as women and BIPOC folks. Derek then leaves us with his lessons and wishes for schools and for society at large. Key Topics:Organizations that neglect staff and community needs face measurable losses in retention and engagement.Confidence mapping can significantly enhance trust and clarity within teams and communities.Addressing burnout requires structural changes, including setting boundaries and transparent communication.Understanding neurodivergence is crucial for creating inclusive environments that support diverse needs.Leadership accountability and honest feedback loops are essential for organizational health.Stay in Contact with Dr. Derek Porter:Connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-porter/Check out his work on Linktree: https://linktr.ee/drderekporterEmail him at drderekporter@gmail.comResources and Links:Confidence Mapping - Peter AtwaterMaslach Burnout Inventory — Framework for understanding burnoutThe Canary Code — Book illustrating early warning signs in systemsCarol Dweck's work on Grit — Understanding resilience and perseverance in the context of burnout and systemicsHelpful Links:Hire me to speak or as your personal gifted or neurodivergent discovery coach!: https://sheldongayisbugn.comFree list of Therapists for Melanated and Marginalized Groups: https://sheldongayisbugn.com/#resourcesFree GroupMe Community for Talented and Gifted adults: https://groupme.com/join_group/108040800/igLaxqNGND Connect - Online community for neurodivergent people: ndconnect.appUmbrella ND - Non-profit focused on neurodivergent advocacy: https://umbrellaopensdoors.org/resourcesKeywordsorganizational health, mental health, diversity, inclusion, confidence mapping, burnout, neurodivergence, employee engagement, mental health, workplace culture, self-care, collective care, emotional well-being, productivity, systems design burnout culture, human connection, education challenges, decision fatigue, BIPOC educators, community needs, teacher retention, wellness days, equity and inclusion, systemic issues education, teacher shortages, student experience, teacher burnout, gender dynamics, neurodivergence, classroom strategies, confidence building, inclusive education, educational solutionsIntro and Outro music provided by byrdversion1 - "Understand" from the album Nevermore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to season 11 of the podcast! Something has changed, but a lot of things still remain the same.If you've been here from the start, you know this podcast has evolved before. It's evolved again and I'm so excited to share this new chapter with you.In this episode I'm talking about why I made the shift, what it means, and what's still at the heart of everything I do. If you're new here, welcome. If you've been here all along, thank you for coming along on this journey with me.Links to Dr Hayley D Quinn ResourcesWebsite: https://drhayleydquinn.comFREE resource https://drhayleydquinn.com/resources/Book - From Self-Neglect to Self-Compassion: https://drhayleydquinn.com/product/book/Join the Welcome to Self®: Compassion Community https://drhayleydquinn.myflodesk.com/communityWelcome to Self®: Co-working sessionshttps://tidycal.com/3oze991/welcome-to-self-co-working-sessionLink to podcast mailing list: https://drhayleydquinn.com/podcast/Group Coaching Waitlist: https://drhayleydquinn.myflodesk.com/timetothrivewaitlistContact me for personalised training / speaking for your organisation or event https://drhayleydquinn.com/contact-me/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drhayleydquinnLinkedIn: https://www.linkedIn.com/in/dr-hayley-d-quinn-43386533Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drhayleydquinn

Episode Transcript (provided by Riverside - forgive any errors): https://link.sheldongayisbugn.com/s3e15transcriptFollow I Must Be BUGN on IG @sheldongayisbugnSummary:In Part 1 of this episode, I chop it up with Dr. Derek Porter about how burnout is a systems issue and not a personal failure. We discuss organizational inequities and how they impact schools and companies as a whole, especially neurodivergent and other marginalized people. We begin to discuss the necessary elements of systemic change, human connection, and understanding marginalized experiences to create healthier, more sustainable environments.Key Topics:The different manifestations of burnout: quiet quitting, crashing, imploding, and implodingMaslach's burnout framework: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced efficacyThe systemic nature of burnout and the importance of designing better systemsNeurodivergence and neurotypicality: evolving definitions and social implicationsThe conflation of speed and intelligence, and misconceptions about neurodivergenceImpact of masking, code switching, and fear of visibility among marginalized communitiesUnique challenges faced by BIPOC and marginalized individuals regarding surveillance, invisibility, and extra responsibilitiesThe influence of organizational culture, soft skills investment, and leadership alignmentDecision fatigue in schools: the high volume of daily judgments by teachers and staffThe "Canary Code" analogy for identifying early signs of systemic distressThe importance of human connection and authenticity in overcoming systemic oppressionConsequences of neglecting systemic issues: attrition, reduced quality, and perpetuation of inequityStay in Contact with Dr. Derek Porter:Connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-porter/Check out his work on Linktree: https://linktr.ee/drderekporterEmail him at drderekporter@gmail.comResources and Links:Maslach Burnout Inventory — Framework for understanding burnoutThe Canary Code — Book illustrating early warning signs in systemsCarol Dweck's work on Grit — Understanding resilience and perseverance in the context of burnout and systemicsHelpful Links:Hire me to speak or as your personal gifted or neurodivergent discovery coach!: https://sheldongayisbugn.comFree list of Therapists for Melanated and Marginalized Groups: https://sheldongayisbugn.com/#resourcesFree GroupMe Community for Talented and Gifted adults: https://groupme.com/join_group/108040800/igLaxqNGND Connect - Online community for neurodivergent people: ndconnect.appUmbrella ND - Non-profit focused on neurodivergent advocacy: https://umbrellaopensdoors.org/resourcesKeywordsburnout, neurodivergence, employee engagement, mental health, workplace culture, self-care, collective care, emotional well-being, productivity, systems design burnout culture, human connection, education challenges, decision fatigue, BIPOC educators, community needs, teacher retention, wellness days, equity and inclusion, systemic issues education, teacher shortages, student experience, teacher burnout, gender dynamics, neurodivergence, classroom strategies, confidence building, inclusive education, educational solutionsdfdIntro and Outro music provided by byrdversion1 - "Understand" from the album Nevermore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why does the title never feel like enough? Why do so many of us hit every goal we set and still go to bed feeling like we came up short? My guest this week has a name for it. Brooke Taylor calls it the success wound, the pain that comes from mistaking our productivity and achievement for our worth. We get into where it comes from, why creative people are especially prone to it, and what it actually looks like to stay ambitious without running yourself into the ground. If you have ever caught yourself answering "How are you?" with "busy" and felt a little proud of it, this one is for you.In this conversation, we coverWhat the success wound is, and why Brooke describes it as a cultural wounding rather than a personal failingWhy "you are not your work" is so hard to live out when your work carries your worldview and your voiceHow the meaning of hard work flipped over time, from a marker of the working class to a badge of statusThe three things Brooke found that nearly all "unfulfilled achievers" shareHer own story: managing eighty million dollars in ad revenue at Google by twenty-four, and what it cost herThe difference between manic ambition and aligned ambition, and why they can look identical from the outsideThe "two power sources" behind all ambition, and how to tell which one is running your engineTwo questions you can ask yourself this week to spot when you have slipped into the woundApproximate timestamps00:00 Welcome and why this phrase stopped me in my tracks01:00 Defining the success wound03:00 Creativity as a conversation, and how the industrial age rewired our sense of worth05:00 How Silicon Valley resets your definition of "enough"06:00 The three things unfulfilled achievers have in common08:00 Brooke's story: Google, recovery, and a hard reckoning09:00 What organizations get out of the success wound, and the high achiever ceiling11:00 Choice, gears, and the two settings that lead to burnout12:00 Manic ambition vs. aligned ambition13:00 The lamp metaphor: the success wound or the true self14:00 Writing a book at 5 a.m. while pregnant, and why that was aligned, not manic16:00 Two questions to catch yourself in the wound17:00 Where to find BrookeA few lines worth sitting withBrooke describes the success wound as the pain that comes from tying our worth to what we produce and achieve, rather than to who we are.On ambition, she offers a simple image: it runs on one of two power sources, the success wound or the true self. Same hard work, very different fuel.And one telltale sign you are operating out of the wound, in her words, is that you keep repeating the same patterns and expecting them to feel different.About Brooke TaylorBrooke Taylor is a transformational career coach, keynote speaker, and the leading authority on the success wound, a phenomenon she pioneered through more than a decade of research. She began her career in Silicon Valley and spent years as a marketing lead at Google, where she earned the Google Global Sales Award. Her work helps high achievers move from manic ambition to aligned ambition so they can do meaningful work as whole people, not depleted ones.Find BrookeWebsite: brooketaylorcoaching.comFree book exercises: brooketaylorcoaching.com/bookInstagram: @BrookeTheTaylorMentioned in this episode:To listen to the full interviews from today's episode, as well as receive bonus content and deep dive insights from the episode, visit DailyCreativePlus.com and join Daily Creative+.The Brave Habit is available nowMy new book will help you make bravery a habit in your life, your leadership, and your work. Discover how to develop the two qualities that lead to brave action: Optimistic Vision and Agency. Buy The Brave Habit wherever books are sold, or learn more at TheBraveHabit.com.

In this episode of The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast, Julie Bjelland, LMFT, shares what she has learned from thousands of conversations with autistic women, her own late autism discovery, autism assessments, and her work writing Autistic Women: A Clinician's Guide to Neurodiversity-Affirming Identification and Support.Julie explores common themes many autistic women recognize in themselves, including feeling different, deep empathy, sensory sensitivity, masking, burnout, chronic overwhelm, perfectionism, social exhaustion, uneven capacity, self-blame, and the healing shift that can happen through autism discovery. She also discusses why so many highly sensitive people later discover they are autistic and why lived experience is essential to understanding autism in women.This conversation offers a compassionate, affirming lens for anyone exploring autism, high sensitivity, neurodivergence, or late discovery. Julie reminds listeners that what may have been interpreted as failure may actually have been extraordinary effort that went unseen for years.Resources Mentioned:Forthcoming book Autistic Women: A Clinician's Guide to Neurodiversity-Affirming Identification and Support Published by W. W. NortonYour website JulieBjelland.comFree autism quizExtensive resources and research about late-discovered autismThe Sensitive and Neurodivergent CommunityAdult self-assessments Formal autism assessments for womenAuthor BioJulie Bjelland, LMFT, is a psychotherapist, author, adult-discovered autistic woman, and founder of The Sensitive and Neurodivergent Community, Podcast, and Blog. She specializes in high sensitivity, autism assessments for late-discovered autistic women, and supporting sensitive and neurodivergent people in understanding their nervous systems with more self-compassion. Julie is the author of the forthcoming book Autistic Women: A Clinician's Guide to Neurodiversity-Affirming Identification and Support, published by W. W. Norton. Learn more at JulieBjelland.com.

In this episode, Kyle sits down with Shawn Walchef , founder of Cali BBQ and Cali BBQ Media to preview the 2026 National Restaurant Show and call out the conversation nobody's having: restaurant real estate.Shawn runs a 220-seat barbecue restaurant where off-premise revenue now exceeds dine-in. The show floor he's preparing to walk has 70,000 people and barely any conversation about leases, occupancy, or the squeeze choking first-time operators. Kyle gets blunt about the post-COVID lease problem and walks through the exact conversation operators should be having with their landlord before the doors close.Connect with Shawn:LinkedIn: Shawn P. Walchef | calibbqmedia.comFree tool : Restaurant Real Estate Profitability Calculator:https://calculator-app-softmind-solutions-projects.vercel.app/Services:Lease Review: https://stan.store/KyleInserra/p/lease-reviewLOI Review: https://stan.store/KyleInserra/p/presigning-site-loilease-reviewWhat you'll get:How to use AI to plan a 70,000-person show floor before you landWhy drone delivery is operational, not aspirationalWhat off-premise revenue exceeding dine-in means for site selectionHow to clean your data before stacking AI on top of itThe framework for renegotiating a lease that's no longer workingWhy landlords will take the call in 2026 — if you make it firstEmail: kyle@10rep.co | Instagram: @kyleinserra | LinkedIn: Kyle Inserra | www.10rep.coKyle Inserra is a commercial real estate broker and founder of 10 Rep, a fractional director of real estate service for restaurant brands nationwide. Former chef and restaurateur with 20+ years across hospitality and CRE.Chapters:00:00 Cold open01:00 Why Kyle is going to NRA this year02:30 The scale of the show04:30 Using AI to prep the show floor06:30 Starbucks rolls out AI for baristas08:00 Zipline drones — Rwanda to Dallas10:00 The last-mile problem and the developer gap12:00 Off-premise > in-store at Cali BBQ13:30 Shawn's NRA schedule and Rising Tide meetup17:00 Why real estate is missing from NRA17:30 The post-COVID lease squeeze18:30 How to approach your landlord23:00 Clean data before stack24:30 Wrap

Your Binge Eating Disorder Isn't What You Think: A Fresh Perspective on Food FreedomStruggling with binge eating, bulimia, or emotional eating? Former binge-purge bulimic shares why the traditional “eating disorder” label may be keeping you stuck — and how viewing binges as outdated brain survival programs can lead to rapid, lasting freedom. This episode challenges conventional psychology's approach to eating disorders. Drawing from her own recovery from years of binge-purge bulimia and restrictive cycles, she explains why binge eating isn't a sign you're “broken,” but rather a healthy brain running outdated survival software in response to perceived threats. Learn how insight-based change can happen faster than you think and how to address the root cause instead of managing symptoms.Key Topics Covered:Why the terms “eating disorder” and “recovery” can be counterproductiveBinge eating as a survival response (“You're not out of control — you're under attack”)The brain as healthy hardware running painful/old softwareHow perceived threats (stress, restriction, emotions) trigger bingesWhy real change can happen quickly through embodied insight (not years of slow habit-building)Snake vs. rope analogy & the power of true insightComparison to psychedelic healing and subconscious learningMoving from self-blame to curiosity about the specific moment and pain behind the behaviorKey TakeawaysYour brain isn't broken — it's running outdated “code” that once served a purposeEvery binge has wisdom and a perfectly explainable reason rooted in survival instinctLabeling moments as “my eating disorder” keeps the pattern feeling permanentTrue freedom comes from addressing the root emotional threat in each fresh momentRapid transformation is possible when the brain sees a better, safer way to respondProgress is often underestimated because of the mind's negativity biasResources & MentionsJosie Spinardi – www.josiespinardi.orgAmy Johnson – www.dramyjohnson.comFree weekly community: Soul Huddles (www.bekaelle.com/coaching#soul-huddles)binge eating disorder, overcoming binge eating, bulimia recovery, food freedom, stop binge eatinghow to stop binge eating, binge eating help, eating disorder recovery, emotional eating recovery, Josie Spinardi, perceived threat binge eating, insight based change eating, brain survival response food, why do I binge eat#BingeEating #FoodFreedom #EatingDisorderRecovery #BulimiaRecovery #EmotionalEating #StopBingeEating #BodyImage #InsightHealing #MentalHealth #SelfCompassion

Leave a text or voice message so we can respondYou feel the spark. The pull. The butterflies that make it feel like this could be something real.But what if that “chemistry” isn't actually a good sign?In this episode, we're breaking down why intense attraction after emotional abuse can be misleading—and how what feels like connection is often your nervous system recognizing a familiar (and unhealthy) pattern.You'll learn the difference between true emotional safety and nervous system activation, why calm and consistent can feel boring at first, and how to stop mistaking anxiety for chemistry in dating and relationships.We also go deeper into how to rebuild trust with your body's intuition, recognize patterns that mirror past abusive relationships or childhood dynamics, and begin shifting out of cycles of overthinking, chasing, and emotional highs and lows.If you've ever found yourself drawn to the same type of person over and over again… this episode will help you understand why—and what to do differently moving forward.This isn't about ignoring attraction. It's about understanding what's driving it.In this episode, we cover: Why “chemistry” can be a red flag after emotional abuse  The difference between healthy attraction and trauma-based attraction  How your nervous system influences who you're drawn to  Why calm, steady relationships can feel unfamiliar or wrong  How to trust your body's intuition again  Practical ways to recognize and interrupt unhealthy relationship patterns If you're ready to stop repeating the same relationship cycle and start understanding your patterns at the root, you can book a free 30-minute Root Cause Call through the show notes.Keywords: emotional abuse recovery, trauma bonding, relationship patterns, dating after emotional abuse, nervous system healing, toxic relationships, healthy relationships, intuition and relationships, attachment patterns, why I feel chemistry with the wrong person, break toxic cycles, subconscious patterns, healing from narcissistic abuse, relationship anxiety, trauma and attractionUse this link to apply for a free root cause call todaySupport the showTo learn more about my Programs visit the websitewww.radiatenrise.comEmail: Allison@radiatenrise.comFree 30 Min Root Cause CallJoin Radiate and Rise Together - Survivor Healing Community for Women GET YOUR FREE AUDIOTo send a DM, visit Allison's profiles on Instagram and Facebookhttps://www.instagram.com/allisonkdagney/https://www.facebook.com/allisonkdagney/*Formerly (The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast)

Former corporate executive turned fertility coach after my own path into motherhood awakened something deeper in meMother of three children, navigating parenting as a single mom after a high conflict divorceExperienced the emotional and identity shift of becoming a parent while building a business and redefining my lifeParenting has been one of my greatest teachers in surrender, patience, and self awarenessBalancing ambition, motherhood, and healing from relationship traumaSupporting my children through transitions, co parenting dynamics, and emotional resilienceDeeply passionate about breaking the silence around fertility struggles and motherhood challengesHave now helped welcome 700 plus babies through my work, supporting women before pregnancy and into motherhoodBelieve there is no perfect way to become or be a parent, only a more supported and empowered wayI am the founder of The Fertility Solution, a global fertility coaching program.I am a fertility coach with over 15 years of experience and have helped welcome over 700 babies. I specialize in helping women optimize their fertility naturally, whether they are trying to conceive, preparing for IVF, or navigating unexplained infertility.My work focuses on a holistic, research backed approach that integrates physical health, nervous system regulation, emotional wellbeing, and personalized strategy so women can get pregnant and have healthy pregnancies.FIND HER HERE:Website: https://soniaribas.comFree masterclass: https://www.thefertilitysolution.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soniaribascoachTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soniaribascoach

JJ sits down with nutritionist and behavior specialist Carrie Lupoli to break down why traditional dieting fails—and what actually creates lasting health and transformation.From generational conditioning and disordered eating to blood sugar regulation and belief systems, this episode reveals why most people stay stuck… and how to finally shift your relationship with food, body, and self.

JJ sits down with nutritionist and behavior specialist Carrie Lupoli to break down why traditional dieting fails—and what actually creates lasting health and transformation.From generational conditioning and disordered eating to blood sugar regulation and belief systems, this episode reveals why most people stay stuck… and how to finally shift your relationship with food, body, and self.

JJ sits down with nutritionist and behavior specialist Carrie Lupoli to break down why traditional dieting fails—and what actually creates lasting health and transformation.From generational conditioning and disordered eating to blood sugar regulation and belief systems, this episode reveals why most people stay stuck… and how to finally shift your relationship with food, body, and self.

Leave a text or voice message so we can respondMost people dismiss their dreams as random noise… but what if they're actually one of the clearest ways your subconscious tries to reach you?In this episode, I sit down with spiritual guide and dream worker Maelle (known as Oneiraya — “queen of dreams”) to explore what's really happening when you sleep, and why your dreams may be far more intentional than you've been taught to believe.We dive into the inner dynamics that shape your dream world — including the protector and persecutor parts of the mind that influence whether your dreams feel supportive, symbolic, or unsettling. You'll start to see how even your most confusing or uncomfortable dreams aren't random… they're messages.We also talk about: • Why some people believe they “can't dream” (and what's actually going on) • How to begin noticing patterns, themes, and recurring symbols • Simple ways to prime your mind for deeper, more meaningful dreams • How to build self-trust by learning your own internal language • The connection between trauma, healing, and dream awarenessMaelle also shares pieces of her own story and how her experiences led her into this work — which adds a powerful, human layer to the conversation.If you've ever woken up from a dream and felt like there was something there… something just out of reach… this episode will help you start paying attention in a completely different way.Your dreams aren't here to entertain you. They're here to guide you.—✨ If this episode resonates, you can connect with Maelle / Oneiraya online and explore more of her work around dream interpretation and inner guidance. https://www.instagram.com/oneiraya_/✨ And if you're ready to go deeper into your own patterns and subconscious programming, you can book a free 30-minute Root Cause Call with me using the link in the show notes.Use this link to apply for a free root cause call todaySupport the showTo learn more about my Programs visit the websitewww.radiatenrise.comEmail: Allison@radiatenrise.comFree 30 Min Root Cause CallJoin Radiate and Rise Together - Survivor Healing Community for Women GET YOUR FREE AUDIOTo send a DM, visit Allison's profiles on Instagram and Facebookhttps://www.instagram.com/allisonkdagney/https://www.facebook.com/allisonkdagney/*Formerly (The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast)

JJ sits down with nutritionist and behavior specialist Carrie Lupoli to break down why traditional dieting fails—and what actually creates lasting health and transformation.From generational conditioning and disordered eating to blood sugar regulation and belief systems, this episode reveals why most people stay stuck… and how to finally shift your relationship with food, body, and self.

JJ sits down with nutritionist and behavior specialist Carrie Lupoli to break down why traditional dieting fails—and what actually creates lasting health and transformation.From generational conditioning and disordered eating to blood sugar regulation and belief systems, this episode reveals why most people stay stuck… and how to finally shift your relationship with food, body, and self.

Leave a text or voice message so we can respondIf you've ever felt stuck in patterns you know aren't serving you—whether it's alcohol, emotional eating, overthinking, or constantly seeking validation from someone—this episode will change the way you see it.In today's episode, we're breaking down the truth about coping mechanisms and why it's not about willpower, discipline, or “just stopping.” You'll learn how your brain and nervous system create coping strategies to regulate emotional pain after toxic or emotionally abusive relationships—and why those patterns can feel so hard to break.We talk about the deeper root of behaviors like needing reassurance in dating, attachment to someone you barely know, and the cycle of reaching for temporary relief instead of addressing what's underneath. If you've ever asked yourself, “Why do I keep doing this?”—this episode will give you clarity.You'll walk away understanding:Why coping mechanisms aren't the problem—but the solution your mind createdWhat you're actually trying to avoid or regulate emotionallyWhy you can't just “stop” without addressing the root causeHow to begin shifting these patterns in a real, lasting wayThis is a powerful episode for anyone healing from emotional abuse, trauma bonding, anxious attachment, or struggling with self-sabotage and emotional regulation.✨ My new book, Hack Your Mind, Heal Your Heart: A Trauma-Informed Path to Healing from Emotional Abuse, is officially out today—April 21, 2026—and available now on Amazon in paperback and ebook. If you're ready to break free from these patterns and finally understand your mind, this book will guide you step-by-step.GET THE BOOK HEREUse this link to apply for a free root cause call todaySupport the showTo learn more about my Programs visit the websitewww.radiatenrise.comEmail: Allison@radiatenrise.comFree 30 Min Root Cause CallJoin Radiate and Rise Together - Survivor Healing Community for Women GET YOUR FREE AUDIOTo send a DM, visit Allison's profiles on Instagram and Facebookhttps://www.instagram.com/allisonkdagney/https://www.facebook.com/allisonkdagney/*Formerly (The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast)

Send us Fan MailToday's guest has pioneered a new method of personal transformation that relies on desire-filling encounters with Jesus instead of the long, often-fruitless slog of denial and self-discipline. For 25 years, Tony Stoltzfus has been writing, coaching and training about how to get out of your head and actually experience the change you've always longed for. The latest of his 21 books is Heaven: Experience the Extraordinary—a journey of imagination into an extradimensional heaven where you'll meet a God who is far, far better than you ever imagined. If you want to encounter the God loves nothing better than to fill your deepest desires, this conversation will give you a taste.  Listen now. How to Read the Bible Like a Human BeingWebsite:  https://www.likeahumanbeing.com/Buy it on Amazon:  https://www.amazon.com/Read-Bible-Like-Human-Being/dp/B0DDTH8Y8S/ref=sr_1_1Sign up for an on-line bible study:  https://www.likeahumanbeing.com/try-it-free/Heaven: Experience the ExtraordinaryWebsite:  https://www.heavenexperience.net/Buy at my bookstore:  https://www.store.meta-formation.com/Buy at Amazon:  https://www.amazon.com/Heaven-Experience-Extraordinary-Tony-Stoltzfus/dp/098298913X/ref=sr_1_1On-line book study groups:  tony@meta-formation.comFREE book club outlines:   https://heavenexperience.net/bookclub/Social linksMy Youtube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@TonyStoltzfusFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tony.stoltzfus.3Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/stories/tonystoltzfus1Questions for Jesus:  https://www.amazon.com/Questions-Jesus-Conversational-Deepest-Desires/dp/1492177350/ref=sr_1_1Question for Jesus App – Available for iOS in the Apple Appstore or for Android in the Google play storeContact US:  Rumble/ YouTube/ IG: @powerofmanpodcastEmail: powerofmanpodcast@gmail.com.Twitter: @rorypaquetteSTART YOUR OWN MEN"S MOVEMENT!  WE need more men to LEAD!  Join us here to learn how!   https://www.facebook.com/groups/490821906341560/?ref=share_group_linkYou have VALUE!  You are WORTH IT!  BELIEVE IT!

What if every healing modality you've ever tried worked exactly as advertised, and that's precisely why none of them stuck? Dr. Darren Starwynn has spent over 30 years watching people get genuinely better, and then watching them reload the exact same pattern six months later like nothing happened.As the inventor of the Acutron, an FDA-cleared microcurrent electro-acupuncture device he developed in 1988, he had a machine that produced near-miraculous results. Pinched nerves releasing in two minutes. Chronic pain dropping from a 10 to a 2 in a single session. And he still walked away from it.Because the technique was never the problem. The problem, he says, is that most people are running a brand new healing protocol on a completely unchanged operating system. He calls that operating system your identity, and until it shifts, you're not healing. You're buffering.In this episode, Darren explains why healing fails at the identity layer, what the "Avatar Self" actually is (and no, it's not the blue people), and why a Jewish doctor from Connecticut now receives transmissions from the spirit of Jesus. It makes more sense than it sounds. Probably.In This Episode:Why an FDA-cleared medical device that worked led Darren to conclude that technology was never the real healerThe shamanic ceremony in which Jesus appeared to a Jewish doctor and told him to change careers, and why that wasn't the weirdest partWhat the Assemblage Point is, why trauma physically displaces the epicenter of your energy field, and how realigning it cleared one patient's chronic pain, seizure symptoms, and mental fog in a single session without Darren ever touching her ankleThe "slave self" versus the Avatar Self. what the Matrix got right about why we can't heal the thing we're using to try to heal itWhy 85% of spiritual teachers, according to a Jack Kornfield study, have committed some form of sexual, financial, or power abuse with their students, and the one question to ask before trusting anyone claiming to help you awakenQuantum healing over Zoom. why Darren says the quantum field is not limited by distance, or timeWhat a "quantum catalyst" actually does in a room full of people, and why group retreats produce breakthroughs that online sessions simply can't matchThe specific reason so many gifted healers go through the most chaos on their path to getting there, and why that's not a sign of weaknessResources Mentioned:Darren's website: drstarwynn.comFree course for healers and healthcare practitioners: avatarmasterhealer.comBook: Awakening the Avatar Within by Darren Starwynn, O.M.D.Upcoming presentation: Beyond Technique: How to Serve as a Master Quantum Healer, New Living Expo, San Rafael, CA, April 17th at 6:00 PMConnect with Darren Starwynn: Website: drstarwynn.com Instagram: @darrenstarwynn YouTube: @darrenstarwynn-quantumcata9623If this episode stopped you mid-scroll, the best thing you can do for the show is leave a review. It's the easiest way to help us reach people who need to hear this.The Skeptic Metaphysicians is a spiritual awakening podcast for open-minded thinkers who refuse to check their critical thinking at the door. Each episode explores consciousness expansion, enlightenment, soul purpose, and soul growth through honest, grounded conversation with leading voices in metaphysics, psychic phenomenon, quantum healing, and beyond. We dive deep into spiritual awakening, ascension, alignment, and the awakening process without the dogma. From mediumship and spirit guides to Arcturian contact, astrology, and the subconscious mind, we explore it all with curiosity, humor, and zero guru worship. Whether you're in the middle of your own awakening, questioning reality, or just spiritually curious, this is the podcast for seekers and skeptics alike.Subscribe, Rate & Review!If you found this episode enlightening, mind-expanding, or even just thought-provoking (see what we did there?), please take a moment to rate and review us. Your feedback helps us bring more transformative guests and topics your way!Connect with Us: 

Leave a text or voice message so we can respondWhat actually happens in the brain after emotional abuse—and why can healing feel so difficult even when you know the relationship was unhealthy?In this episode, I'm sharing a conversation from my recent appearance on Chantal Contorines' podcast, The Survivor's Playbook. Chantal is a high-conflict divorce and recovery coach who supports people navigating the complicated reality of leaving toxic or emotionally abusive relationships.Together, we dive into the science behind emotional abuse recovery, exploring why the brain often continues replaying painful relationships long after they've ended and what needs to happen for real healing to begin.In this candid conversation, we discuss:• What emotional abuse does to the brain and nervous system • Why people often experience rumination, overthinking, and mental loops after a toxic relationship • The subconscious patterns that can keep someone emotionally stuck • Why leaving an unhealthy relationship is rarely as simple as people think • What it actually takes to retrain the mind and begin healingWe also talk about ideas from my upcoming book Hack Your Mind, Heal Your Heart, which explores how subconscious programming shapes the way we think, react, and stay attached to painful relationship patterns—and how those patterns can be interrupted so real change can happen.This episode is an honest, informative conversation between two women working in the world of emotional abuse recovery, trauma healing, and personal growth, sharing insights from the work we do with clients every day.If you're navigating the aftermath of a toxic relationship, struggling with rumination, or trying to understand why your mind keeps going back to the past, this conversation will help you see what's really happening beneath the surface.You can learn more about Chantal Contorines and her podcast The Survivor's Playbook by searching for her online or on your favorite podcast platform. Her work focuses on supporting people through high-conflict relationships, co-parenting challenges, and rebuilding life after emotional abuse.Keywords: emotional abuse recovery, healing after emotional abuse, toxic relationships, rumination after breakup, trauma bonding, brain science of trauma, narcissistic abuse recovery, high conflict relationships, relationship trauma healing, subconscious patterns, healing after toxic relationships.Contact Chantal here: https://www.instagram.com/chantal.contorines.coaching/Support the showTo learn more about my Programs visit the websitewww.radiatenrise.comEmail: Allison@radiatenrise.comFree 30 Min Root Cause CallJoin Radiate and Rise Together - Survivor Healing Community for Women GET YOUR FREE AUDIOTo send a DM, visit Allison's profiles on Instagram and Facebookhttps://www.instagram.com/allisonkdagney/https://www.facebook.com/allisonkdagney/*Formerly (The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast)

Leave a text or voice message so we can respondIf you've ever felt like you've done the work to move on from a toxic or emotionally abusive relationship—but something still lingers—this episode is for you.In this powerful conversation, we're breaking down the “ick” that won't go away… the emotional residue that stays in your thoughts, your body, and your sense of self long after the relationship has ended.You'll learn why healing from emotional abuse isn't just about time or mindset, but about understanding how your brain and nervous system adapted to survive the relationship. We talk about why you still second-guess yourself, replay conversations, and feel disconnected from who you used to be—and why that doesn't mean you're stuck or broken.This episode will help you understand the root cause of rumination, self-doubt, and emotional triggers, while giving you a new perspective on what it actually takes to heal at a deeper level. If you're ready to stop trying to “move on” and start feeling like yourself again, this is the missing piece.✨ My new book, Hack Your Mind, Heal Your Heart: A Trauma-Informed Path to Healing from Emotional Abuse, is available April 21st on Amazon and will guide you step-by-step through the process of rewiring the patterns that keep you stuck.Support the showTo learn more about my Programs visit the websitewww.radiatenrise.comEmail: Allison@radiatenrise.comFree 30 Min Root Cause CallJoin Radiate and Rise Together - Survivor Healing Community for Women GET YOUR FREE AUDIOTo send a DM, visit Allison's profiles on Instagram and Facebookhttps://www.instagram.com/allisonkdagney/https://www.facebook.com/allisonkdagney/*Formerly (The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast)

In this episode of the Profit First for Real Estate Investing podcast, I sit down with Mark Stubler from Joe Homebuyer Franchising to talk about what it really takes to build a business that lasts—and more importantly, a business that builds you in the process. Mark shares why franchising isn't just about scaling faster, but about creating structure, accountability, and a real business instead of a high-paying job.We dive deep into leadership, discipline, and the idea that real estate is just the vehicle—not the destination. Mark explains how becoming a better leader directly impacts your business results, your team, and even your family life. If you've ever felt stuck wearing too many hats or hitting a ceiling in your business, this episode will challenge you to level up—not just operationally, but personally.  Episode Highlights[0:00] – Why Mark chose the franchising model in real estate[2:20] – Leveraging other people's talent instead of your own capital[3:45] – Turning a real estate hustle into a predictable, scalable business[4:35] – The trap of building a high-paying job instead of a real company[6:13] – The shift from solopreneur to true business owner[7:20] – Why leadership determines the quality of people you attract[8:05] – Lessons from Jim Rohn and John Maxwell on leadership growth[10:14] – Emotional resilience: how great leaders handle setbacks and tough months[12:16] – The importance of prioritizing self, family, and business—in that order[13:34] – A powerful story about intentional impact with his daughter[17:03] – Why Joe Homebuyer focuses on creating world-class leaders[18:10] – The role of standards, accountability, and KPIs in scaling[20:22] – Why systems matter—but identity and discipline matter more[22:19] – Reframing challenges as opportunities for growth[27:05] – Discipline as the bridge between thought and accomplishment5 Key TakeawaysYour business will only grow as much as you do. Leadership development is the foundation of scaling anything meaningful.Franchising provides structure and accountability. It turns hustle into a repeatable, systemized business.Standards eliminate decision fatigue. When you operate with clear rules, execution becomes consistent and scalable.Discipline bridges intention and results. Inspiration means nothing without consistent action behind it.Build a life, not just a business. True leadership impacts your family, your team, and your long-term legacy.Links & ResourcesLearn more about Joe Homebuyer Franchising: https://joehomebuyerfranchising.comFree resources (KPIs, negotiation strategies, and more): https://joehomebuyerfranchising.comLearn more about Profit First for real estate investors: https://www.simplecfo.comIf this episode challenged you to think bigger about leadership—not just in your business, but in your life—please rate, follow, and review the podcast. And share it with someone who's ready to stop hustling and start building something that truly lasts.

If you've ever felt like your body turned against you somewhere in your 40s or 50s and no one had real answers... this episode is for you.I sat down with Dr. Shivani Gupta, PhD, Ayurvedic practitioner, founder of Fusionary Formulas, and author of The Inflammation Code (Hay House) for one of the most illuminating conversations we have had on Fire and Soul. We went deep on what is really happening in midlife, why inflammation is the root of so much of what we are experiencing, and how a 5,000 year old system of wisdom is giving us answers that modern medicine is just now catching up to.Dr. Shivani grew up in Houston, spent her childhood sick and cycling through antibiotics, and eventually made her way to Ayurvedic healing centers across India in search of answers. What she found changed everything, and now she has dedicated her life to bringing that wisdom to the West in a way that is accessible, practical, and deeply grounding.This conversation will meet you exactly where you are.In this episode we cover:What inflammation actually is (acute vs. chronic) and why most of us are walking around with a low grade forest fire burning underneath the surfaceThe term Dr. Shivani coined that stopped me in my tracks: mental inflammation, and why no amount of green juice will save you if you are not addressing this piece firstThe three Elemental Design types from Ayurveda (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) and how knowing yours changes everything from what you eat to how you exercise to why hot yoga might actually be working against youWhy Pitta women in menopause need to stop choosing the hottest, hardest, most intense option and what cooling actually looks like in practiceThe gut microbiome and why the antibiotics so many of us took as kids may have set the stage for what we are experiencing now in midlifeHow circadian rhythm, copper tongue scraping, super spices, and a simple cup of tea can become the foundation of a sustainable resetThe 14 day Inflammation Reset inside the book and where to start for free if you are not ready to dive in all the wayHow Human Design, Gene Keys, Vedic astrology, and Ayurveda can layer together into a dashboard of self understanding unlike anything else available to us right nowAnd the reminder that moved me most: we are sovereign in our health. We have always had more power than we were told.If this episode finds you in the thick of it, know this: what you are experiencing is real. It has a name. It has roots. And there is a path through it that does not require you to suffer in silence or white knuckle your way to the other side.This is exactly the kind of conversation Fire and Soul exists for.Resources Mentioned:The Inflammation Code by Dr. Shivani Gupta >> drshivani.comElemental Design Quiz (discover your Ayurvedic constitution) >> drshivani.comFree 7 Day Inflammation Detox >> 7dayinflammationdetox.comGet Quiet by Elaine Glass (Hay House) >> https://elaineglass.com/bookConnect with Dr. Shivani Gupta:Website >> drshivani.comInstagram >> https://www.instagram.com/dr.shivaniguptaLoved this episode?Screenshot it, share it to your stories, and tag me and Dr. Shivani. There is a woman in your life who needs to hear that her body is not broken. Send this to her today.And if Fire and Soul has been a source of truth, comfort, or awakening for you, leaving a review means the world and helps more women find their way here.With so much love, Michelle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever looked back at a relationship and wondered, How did I stay so long when I knew something wasn't right?In this episode, we're unpacking a powerful truth that many people struggle to admit: intelligence does not protect you from toxic relationships. In fact, the very qualities that make someone thoughtful, capable, and self-aware can sometimes keep them stuck longer.We explore why smart, self-aware people often stay in unhealthy or emotionally abusive relationships, including how empathy, problem-solving, overanalysis, and a deep desire to understand others can unintentionally keep you trapped in difficult dynamics.You'll learn how the brain's need for explanation, closure, and resolution can create powerful mental and emotional loops, and why understanding the relationship isn't always enough to break free from it.In this episode, we discuss:• Why intelligent, capable people stay in toxic or emotionally abusive relationships • The role of subconscious programming and attachment patterns • How overthinking and analysis can keep you stuck in relationship loops • Why intermittent reinforcement makes toxic dynamics so hard to leave • The difference between understanding your patterns and actually changing them • How to start identifying the deeper beliefs and emotional patterns that keep pulling you backIf you've ever struggled with rumination after a breakup, emotional abuse recovery, toxic relationship patterns, or trusting yourself again, this episode will help you understand what's really happening beneath the surface.We'll also touch on ideas from my upcoming book, Hack Your Mind, Heal Your Heart, where I explain how subconscious patterns shape the way we think, react, and stay stuck in relationship cycles—and what it actually takes to interrupt those patterns so you can move forward with clarity and self-trust.If you're ready to stop overanalyzing the past and start changing the patterns that keep repeating it, this episode is for you.Keywords: toxic relationships, emotional abuse recovery, why smart people stay in toxic relationships, trauma bonding, rumination after breakup, relationship psychology, subconscious patterns, narcissistic relationships, healing after emotional abuse, overthinking relationships, break toxic relationship patterns, trust yourself again, personal growth podcast.Support the showTo learn more about my Programs visit the websitewww.radiatenrise.comEmail: Allison@radiatenrise.comFree 30 Min Root Cause CallJoin Radiate and Rise Together - Survivor Healing Community for Women GET YOUR FREE AUDIOTo send a DM, visit Allison's profiles on Instagram and Facebookhttps://www.instagram.com/allisonkdagney/https://www.facebook.com/allisonkdagney/*Formerly (The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast)

Organizations often respond to performance challenges by adding more accountability: additional metrics, more reporting, and closer monitoring. Yet in many cases, these efforts do not solve the underlying problem.In this episode of Grounded and Aligned™, Karen speaks with leadership researcher and author Patrick Veroneau about the difference between accountability and ownership in high-performing teams. Drawing on two decades of work with leaders and teams across industries, Patrick explains why many organizations struggle with engagement even while emphasizing accountability.The conversation explores a structural pattern Patrick has observed repeatedly. Teams that struggle, teams that perform at an average level, and teams that consistently excel all engage in three behaviors: they support each other, celebrate each other, and challenge each other. The difference lies in the sequence.Great teams begin with support. When people trust that others have their backs, challenge becomes constructive rather than defensive, and accountability shifts from external pressure to internal ownership.For leaders, the implication is significant. Engagement, ownership, and performance are not created through tighter oversight. They emerge when leaders create the conditions where people choose to take responsibility for the shared mission.Key discussion points:Why organizations that focus primarily on accountability often miss the deeper issue of ownershipThe three behaviors all teams demonstrate — support, celebrate, challenge — and why the sequence mattersHow the CABLES model builds trust and credibility through consistent leadership behaviorsThe five levels of the Accountability Staircase and how language signals where a team is operatingWhy compliance creates average teams, while commitment creates high-performing onesHow small improvements and declines compound over time through the “1% principle”High-performing teams rarely emerge from pressure alone. They form when individuals feel supported, valued, and connected to the mission. At that point accountability no longer needs to be imposed from the outside. People begin to take ownership for the success of the team itself.Connect with Patrick here:Patrick Veroneau website: www.emeryleadershipgroup.comFree leadership resources and downloads (CABLES model, team assessments, etc.): Resources - Emery Leadership Group - Portland, MECABLES model: CABLES Leadership ModelBook: The Missing Piece: What Great Teams Do That Others OverlookBook: The Leadership BridgeLinkedin: Patrick Veroneau, MS | LinkedIn

If you've ever thought, “I could write a book about my life…” but don't know where to start—this episode is for you.In this powerful conversation, I sit down with author and storytelling coach Heather Hutzel, who has written over 20 books and spent the last two decades mastering the art of storytelling.We dive into what actually makes a story compelling—not just something that happened, but something people feel and can't put down. Heather breaks down the hero's journey, the biggest mistakes new writers make, and why most people stay stuck before they ever begin.We also talk about how to turn personal pain into something meaningful—without getting lost in it.At the beginning of the episode, Heather shares a deeply vulnerable story of loss that shaped her path as a writer. And by the end, she reveals the most important thing you need to focus on if you truly want to bring your story into the world.If you're a survivor, a healer, or someone who knows there's a story inside of you waiting to be told—this episode will show you how to start.

Venting can feel good in the moment—but what if constantly talking about your pain is actually keeping you stuck?In this episode, we're diving into the hidden dangers of co-rumination—the cycle of repeatedly discussing problems, betrayal, stress, or emotional wounds with others in a way that reinforces pain instead of helping you heal. While validation and support are important, constantly rehashing the same experiences can strengthen rumination loops, increase anxiety, and train your brain to keep searching for more evidence of the hurt.You'll learn how co-rumination affects your mental health, nervous system, and even physical well-being, why it can create an addictive cycle of temporary relief, and how it can quietly halt your healing after emotional abuse or difficult relationships.We'll also talk about something most people never consider: how therapy sessions, coaching, or conversations with friends can unintentionally become co-rumination if the focus stays on repeating the story rather than creating real movement and change.Inside this episode, you'll discover:• What co-rumination is and why it feels so validating • How repeated venting can strengthen rumination and emotional loops • The role of the brain's Reticular Activating System (RAS) in keeping you focused on pain • The mental and physical health impacts of constantly reliving stressful experiences • Signs your therapist, coach, or support system may be reinforcing the loop • Practical ways to set boundaries, shift beliefs, and interrupt the cycleIf you've ever felt stuck replaying conversations, overanalyzing the past, or needing to vent about the same issue over and over just to get relief, this episode will help you understand why—and what to do instead.We'll also touch on ideas from my upcoming book, Hack Your Mind, Heal Your Heart, where I break down how subconscious patterns, rumination, and repetition shape the way we think, feel, and react—and how to interrupt those loops so real healing can begin.If you're ready to stop rehearsing pain and start creating real change, this episode is for you.Keywords: co-rumination, rumination, emotional abuse recovery, trauma healing, toxic relationships, nervous system healing, overthinking, venting addiction, mental health, subconscious patterns, stop rumination, relationship trauma, healing after abuse, personal growth podcast.BOOK LIST: www.allisonkdagney.comSupport the showTo learn more about my Programs visit the websitewww.radiatenrise.comEmail: Allison@radiatenrise.comFree 30 Min Root Cause CallJoin Radiate and Rise Together - Survivor Healing Community for Women GET YOUR FREE AUDIOTo send a DM, visit Allison's profiles on Instagram and Facebookhttps://www.instagram.com/allisonkdagney/https://www.facebook.com/allisonkdagney/*Formerly (The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast)

In this powerful episode of The Be a Better You Podcast, we dive deep into neurodivergence, neuroplasticity, and what it truly means to work with your brain instead of against it — especially when you're recovering from emotional abuse, narcissistic abuse, or toxic relationships that made you believe something was fundamentally wrong with you.What we cover:What neurodivergence really means — and why it may describe far more of us than traditional diagnoses suggestThe little-known facts about ADHD, executive dysfunction, and emotional dysregulation that nobody talks aboutWhy survivors of narcissistic abuse and emotional abuse often experience patterns that look and feel neurodivergent — and what that means for your healingThe neuroscience of neural plasticity: how your brain can literally rewire itself at any age, and why recovery is not just possible — it's biologicalA real listener story (T's story) about freezing, overwhelm, and the panic of trying to build new habits after years of survivingThe one question that can unlock your ability to take action and finally follow throughA practical, evidence-based method for shifting the limiting beliefs installed by narcissistic abuse, gaslighting, and chronic self-doubtTools for ADHD brains, anxious brains, and trauma-conditioned brains to regulate, start, and completeWhether you have a formal diagnosis of ADHD, autism, or another neurodivergent condition — or you simply feel like your brain works differently and nobody has ever explained why — this episode will normalize your experience, validate your struggle, and give you a real, science-backed path forward.If you've been told you're "too much," "too scattered," "too sensitive," or "not capable of following through," this episode is your answer. Narcissistic abusers and emotional abusers often weaponize the way our minds work. Today, we take that back.Topics: emotional abuse recovery, narcissistic abuse recovery, neurodivergence, ADHD and emotional abuse, neural plasticity, brain rewiring, limiting beliefs, habit building with ADHD, executive dysfunction, trauma and the brain, healing from toxic relationships, self-worth after narcissistic abuse, nervous system regulation, belief reprogramming, be a better youemotional abuse recovery, narcissistic abuse, neurodivergence, ADHD, neural plasticity, brain rewiring, limiting beliefs, trauma recovery, executive dysfunction, habit building, nervous system regulation, toxic relationships, healing, self-worth, belief reprogrammingSupport the showTo learn more about my Programs visit the websitewww.radiatenrise.com Email: Allison@radiatenrise.comFree 30 Min Root Cause Call Join Radiate and Rise Together - Survivor Healing Community for Women GET YOUR FREE AUDIOTo send a DM, visit Allison's profiles on Instagram and Facebookhttps://www.instagram.com/allisonkdagney/https://www.facebook.com/allisonkdagney/*Formerly (The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast)

Imposter syndrome after emotional abuse looks like doubting your memory.Minimizing what happened. Feeling dramatic for having boundaries.Questioning whether it was “really that bad.”In this episode, we unpack how emotional abuse and trauma conditioning create deep self-doubt — and why you feel like an imposter in your own story.You'll learn:• How other people's voices rewire your perception• Why people-pleasing fuels imposter syndrome• Hidden beliefs keeping you stuck in self-doubt• Practical steps to interrupt the Imposter Voice (aka ego)This episode will help you understand what's actually happening inside your nervous system — and how to stop allowing the imposter to keep you from being your best self. Healing from emotional abuse requires more than mindset shifts. It requires breaking the self-doubt loop at the root and taking aligned action to reinforce the beliefs that serve you well. Support the showTo learn more about my Programs visit the websitewww.radiatenrise.com Email: Allison@radiatenrise.comFree 30 Min Root Cause Call Join Radiate and Rise Together - Survivor Healing Community for Women GET YOUR FREE AUDIOTo send a DM, visit Allison's profiles on Instagram and Facebookhttps://www.instagram.com/allisonkdagney/https://www.facebook.com/allisonkdagney/*Formerly (The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast)

Why do high performers plateau — even when they're working harder than ever?In this powerful episode of Mindset Mastery Moments, Dr. Alisa — The #1 Mindset Disrupter — sits down with Trevor McGregor, former Head Coach personally selected by Tony Robbins, to uncover the real reason ambitious leaders stall.After completing over 45,000 coaching sessions with Olympic athletes, Fortune 500 CEOs, and billionaires, Trevor discovered a surprising truth:It's not strategy that limits growth — it's identity.Together, they explore:• Why success can secretly cap your next level• The identity ceiling that keeps high achievers stuck• The hidden psychological cost of scaling• The dark side of reaching new heights• The 5 Freedoms required to grow without losing your health, relationships, or sanityIf you look successful on paper but feel internally restless, burned out, or capped — this conversation will challenge how you think about performance and growth.This isn't surface-level motivation.This is mindset mastery.

Get the NEW APP - Apple Google PlayGod Works Through Human Hands — Our Obedience, His FaithfulnessMost men are waiting on God to move… while God is waiting on them to obey.Throughout Scripture, God accomplishes supernatural things through ordinary people who are willing to take a step of faith. From Moses raising his staff, to the servants filling jars with water, to the priests stepping into a raging river — miracles didn't happen instead of obedience… they happened because of it.In this powerful episode of New Path New You, Ron Cool unpacks how God partners with men who are willing to act, why delayed obedience can keep you stuck, and how your simple “yes” can unlock God's faithfulness in your life, marriage, leadership, and purpose.If you've been waiting for clarity, confidence, or the “perfect moment,” this episode will challenge you to stop waiting and start moving.Because God doesn't just work for us — He works through us.