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The lessons that shape us often come from the places we never planned to go and the challenges we never expected to face. In this conversation, I speak with Eric Fisher about the experiences that shaped his approach to mental wellness, resilience, grief, and personal growth. Eric shares how martial arts taught him balance, self-control, and perseverance, and how those lessons now help him guide people through addiction recovery, relationship challenges, and life's hardest moments. We explore the realities of grief, the power of trust, the difference between inpatient and outpatient counseling, and why healing often begins with self-acceptance. Eric also discusses his books, including The Martial Art of Recovery and Buried Alive, revealing how personal experiences and family stories continue to shape his work. If you've ever faced loss, adversity, addiction, or the challenge of rebuilding after setbacks, I believe you will find both practical insights and encouragement in Eric's story. Highlights: 08:10 - Eric shares lessons learned from his FBI internship experience. 18:43 - A friend's crisis leads Eric and his wife to move to New Zealand. 23:38 - Martial arts becomes a foundation for recovery and mental wellness. 37:05 - Eric reflects on grief, loss, and the importance of support. 43:12 - Self-acceptance plays a critical role in addiction recovery. 50:26 - Couples learn to face problems together instead of against each other. About the Guest: Eric Fisher, a Canadian transplant, is a counselling therapist who resides in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Originally from Tennessee, he has over 15 years of experience working outpatient and inpatient treatment settings in the US and Canada. He has two books published at this time: The Martial Art of Recovery: Self-Mastery Practices to Subdue Addiction and Achieve Mental Wellness, and Buried Alive: Four Ways to Free Yourself from the Dirt. Eric is a master practitioner of Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and is also trained in EyeMovement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), both of which are evidence-based treatments for trauma. Eric's private practice, Recovery Arts Counselling, serves individuals, couples, and families both locally and remotely. In the past, Eric has supervised masters-level graduate students and counsellors early in their careers. He has won multiple awards for his screenwriting: The Departure - official finalist in biographical/historical genre - 2014 Beverly Hills Screenplay Contest. Only 16 Miles - Finalist - 2014 Horror Screenplay Contest. Universal Escapade (Finalist - Top 25) - WeScreenplay International Screenplay Competition. Hipster Z (co-written) - best feature screenplay - 2017 Action On Film International Film Festival. Hipster Z - Best horror/comedy Screenplay - 2017 International Horror Hotel Film Fest. Additionally, Eric has a black belt in two martial arts styles: American Kenpo and Wadō-ryū. One interesting thing about Eric is that he had the opportunity to be an intern with the FBI -- twice. Eric enjoys hiking and riding his bike outdoors, music concerts, tasting new food dishes to keep his taste buds guessing, travelling near and far, and meeting people. . Ways to connect with Eric: Website: https://www.recoveryartscounselling.com Linktree:  https://linktr.ee/ericfisherauthor  Instagram - @recoveryartscounselling - https://www.instagram.com/recoveryartscounselling/ @ericfisherwriter - https://www.instagram.com/ericfisherwriter Linkedin - Eric Fisher - www.linkedin.com/in/eric-m-fisher-5b83724a Facebook - Recovery Arts Counselling - https://www.facebook.com/RecoveryArtsCounselling About the Host: Michael Hingson is a New York Times best-selling author, international lecturer, and Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe. Michael, blind since birth, survived the 9/11 attacks with the help of his guide dog Roselle. This story is the subject of his best-selling book, Thunder Dog. Michael gives over 100 presentations around the world each year speaking to influential groups such as Exxon Mobile, AT&T, Federal Express, Scripps College, Rutgers University, Children's Hospital, and the American Red Cross just to name a few. He is Ambassador for the National Braille Literacy Campaign for the National Federation of the Blind and also serves as Ambassador for the American Humane Association's 2012 Hero Dog Awards. https://michaelhingson.com https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/ https://twitter.com/mhingson https://www.youtube.com/user/mhingson https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. 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I'm your host, Michael Hingson, speaker, author, and advocate for inclusion and possibilities. This podcast explores how the beliefs we carry shape the way we live, lead, and connect with others. Each week, I talk with people who challenge assumptions, face adversity head on, and show what's possible when we choose curiosity over fear. Together we focus on mindset, resilience, and the small shifts that lead to meaningful change. Let's get started. Well, hello there, everyone. I am your host Michael Hinkson, and you have found the Unstoppable Mindset Podcast. Today, we get to chat with Eric Fisher, who is a rather interesting person. I believe he's a counseling therapist, he's a transplant, he now lives in Calgary, but he used to live in Tennessee, very similar. I'm sure we'll have to find out more about that, but I'm really glad that that you're here with us. Eric, welcome to Unstoppable Mindset. Eric Fisher  01:29 Yes, thank you for having me on, Michael. I appreciate it. Glad to be here. Michael Hingson  01:32 Well, I'm going to have to ask, how did you get from Tennessee to Calgary, besides by Claire? But you know, but Speaker 1  01:41 it's a bit to make a long story short. The wife, you know, yeah, she's from Calgary originally, so I surrendered up here. Michael Hingson  01:52 Yeah, well, is there a backstory that you want to tell? Speaker 1  01:57 You know, the quick version would be from Mississippi to New Zealand to Calgary, and that was over a span of, you know, two and a half years, and then finally to Calgary. After those other two places, was she Michael Hingson  02:10 with you during all of those? Mississippi, New Zealand, and then Calgary. Speaker 1  02:14 She was for the long haul. Yeah, yeah, she's experienced humidity and the dryness, all the extremes. Michael Hingson  02:24 When we moved to New Jersey in 1996 my wife didn't really want to go. She was a California native, but it was where the job had to take me, and it was either that or go find a new job, and I really didn't want to undertake a job search, because that's pretty traumatic. So, especially if you happen to be blind, because people think blind people really can't do stuff, and that's why the unemployment rate among employable blind people is in the 70% range. So the bottom line is that we moved to New Jersey, we were there for six years, and then of course the World Trade Center happened, which is kind of a dramatic way to allow us to get back to California, but it worked, so here we are. Speaker 1  03:05 Yeah, that is a lot of different places, and it's unfortunate with that percentage, right? Michael Hingson  03:10 Yeah, well, and she passed. She was in a wheelchair her whole life, and she passed in November of 2022 We were married 40 years, and I'm sure she's monitoring me from somewhere, so I work on continuing to be a good kid, because if I'm not, I'm going to hear about it somehow, Speaker 1  03:27 one way or another. There's, there's still some surveillance happening. There Michael Hingson  03:31 is, I am absolutely sure of it. Well, tell us kind of about the early era growing up, and all that. Speaker 1  03:37 Grew up in Arkansas, yeah, Newport, Arkansas, you know, grew up behind a Walmart in a small subdivision, and moved to Tennessee at an early age. I was around five years old, going over, going on six at the time, I believe, and so I understand what it means to kind of get uprooted from somewhere and place somewhere else, and my dad was in the medical profession, so that's the reason that we moved, and so that's a little bit about that. My mom's family is from Kansas City, so I really did enjoy going up to the city there and being with my mom's family during holiday seasons. That was really my only exposure to, like, a city, like an urban population, more than what I experienced anywhere else. So, and yeah, got one brother, played with him a lot, and a lot of it was being creative outside, getting outside and doing stuff, and having fun outside, you know, little bit different from a lot of kids today, perhaps. Michael Hingson  04:44 Yeah, well, it's also a lot scarier, I think, today, even though there's a lot of value in being outside. There are just so many crazy things going on. It's got to be scarier for kids, and certainly even more scary for parents, and they tend. To want to really monitor their, their children a lot more, and that's got us pluses, minuses, but it still has got to be really scary to let them just go outside. Speaker 1  05:09 Yeah, just, you know, looking at what's on the news and the possibilities of what could happen. Michael Hingson  05:16 Yeah, so where did you, or did you go to college? I assume you went to college. Speaker 1  05:22 I did. Yeah, I went to a small private Christian university in Tennessee called Freed Hardiman, and you know it was interesting because there's this whole thing about townies versus us being called freedies because of Freed Hardman. The course, the joke is, you know, free hardly because of the expense of going to the institution. Yeah. Michael Hingson  05:48 Well, with your experience and your observation in life, what do you think about going to a small college as opposed to a larger college? Speaker 1  05:55 I really enjoyed it, being from a rural area. I mean, it was a good transition for me, and just getting to know people I feel like might have been easier in a more rural setting, as opposed to urban. Michael Hingson  06:10 I went to University of California, Irvine, way back, starting in 1968 and when we started at UCI, there were like 25 2600 students, and I think when I graduated with my bachelor's, it was like a little over 3000 students, but I loved the fact that it was a smaller college. I think it was for me a lot better, and I, I really like the smaller college environment, and I understand why colleges have advantages when they're bigger, but by the same token, for students, if you want to really stand out, it's kind of harder to do with a big college. Well, and now University of California, Irvine, where I went to school, has 32,000 undergrads in it, Speaker 1  06:52 32,000 as opposed to the around, that's a huge jump from like 25 2600 yeah, Michael Hingson  07:00 yeah, and so it's, it's a huge place. I was there last a year and a half ago. I was invited to join. I couldn't do it as an as a student because the chapter was formed just as I was leaving, but Phi Beta Kappa, and they heard about me along the way, and I was invited to join as an alumni member back in 2024 So that's the last time I've been to UC Irvine. What a huge place! Speaker 1  07:29 Wow, yeah. Of course, UC Michael Hingson  07:30 Irvine, UCI really stands for Under Construction Indefinitely, so you know Speaker 1  07:38 they make that, they made that kind of humorous remark up here, with like winter and construction, that's the two seasons of Calgary. Yes, I totally get that. Michael Hingson  07:47 My brother-in-law lives in Sun Valley, Idaho, in Ketchum, and has been a skier for most of his life, and in the summer he's a master cabinet maker. Now he's a general contractor, but he's thinking about retiring, but in the winter everything goes by the wayside for skiing, Speaker 1  08:10 everyone's out on the slopes, you know. Well, and what he did Michael Hingson  08:12 to even make it more fun is he got his professional ski guide status in Europe and became a professional ski guide, taking people to do off-piece skiing in the French Alps, which is, Speaker 1  08:25 that's really nice, awesome. Michael Hingson  08:28 I love to, I love to say that I'm not gonna go skiing, because I know those trees are out to try to get me. Speaker 1  08:35 They start to grow their branches, you know? They just spring Michael Hingson  08:38 out at you when you're not looking. Speaker 1  08:40 Yes, I just.. Michael Hingson  08:42 I've never skied. I don't have anything against it. It's just not one of those things that I've done, but he enjoys it, and I'm sure it's a lot of fun to do. Speaker 1  08:51 Yeah, I can appreciate people that do. Michael Hingson  08:53 Yeah. Well, what did you do after college? Well, you got your undergrad, then you went on. Speaker 1  08:58 Yeah, so after my undergrad, I stayed at the university, and you know, I had a bachelor's in psych, and I was like, well, what do I do with this degree? And so I decided to move forward, since I didn't see too much availability, and did a master's in clinical mental health counseling, and during that time of my master's, I was able to intern with the FBI, which was a great opportunity. Michael Hingson  09:25 What caused you to do that? Speaker 1  09:28 I found, I mean, part of it was just a lot of curiosity, and of course, watching a lot of media and the work that they do. Yet I also found the possibility of implementing the psychology from a law enforcement angle on a federal level with this, so I did interning in my bachelor's FBI, that was really nice at a local office, and then later on in my master's at the FBI headquarters in DC, and just really interested in just the field and this the different. Psychological opportunities, Michael Hingson  10:02 you didn't stick with it, though. Or Speaker 1  10:05 I did the internships, I did the agent exam, and failed. Oh boy, just kind of had my time with it, and then moved on. It was a great experience. Michael Hingson  10:16 What you learned from it, the Speaker 1  10:19 importance of teamwork, the importance of community, the importance of intention to detail, and I can't say how I came to those, because then I have to bring up certain things that I can't talk about, but yeah, just the importance of being able to work with other people from other walks of life, and just seeing everyone's different perspectives is something that I learned, coming from, you know, small town, quite homogeneous, small university, and then being able to meet people from different parts of the country, even different territories, like Wall, it was, it was amazing to branch out and just have that life experience, Michael Hingson  11:06 get a lot of different experiences, and you saw how people in other parts of the world live, which obviously has to be an interesting perspective. Speaker 1  11:18 Yes, yes, it was really interesting, and just seeing how they think and their outlook on the world, and I had to take a polygraph examination for both internships, so the importance of honesty, and not that I didn't think honesty was important before, but definitely when you're under the microscope of being asked yes or no questions, it's an interesting experience. Michael Hingson  11:40 Yeah, well, I guess you must have passed the lie detector test. They didn't throw you away or put you in jail. Speaker 1  11:48 That's right. Neither of those happened. I did have one question asked of me that was a little bit ambiguous. It was coming up that I deceived. It's something that happened earlier in the day, and then they asked me about it, and then I said something that was not the truth, and then I explained the reasoning as to why. And then the agent was like, okay, thanks for letting me know, it's all good. It's like, okay, that's good. Michael Hingson  12:21 Yeah, they have to be pretty skilled interrogators to really be able to do that, and, and ask questions, and I, and I know no matter what's going on with the lie detector technology, they're observing you as well, so they're looking for things, and I suppose it's possible to fool the lie detector technology, but I know that it continues to get better too. Speaker 1  12:45 Yeah, and wondering if that's because, like, people are sociopaths, or they don't have any - they actually believe what they're saying. Yeah, yeah, Michael Hingson  12:54 I've never taken lie detector tests, but I know that for me, I'm not a good fibber, so I've got to tell the truth, and like I said, my wife's watching anyway, so I gotta always be a good kid. Speaker 1  13:06 If you were taking a lie detector test knuckle and you said something, you might get an invisible slap, like, oh, Michael Hingson  13:12 exactly, Speaker 2  13:13 okay, I get it, or Michael Hingson  13:16 a poke or something. Yeah, yeah, no. So, better, better to just be honest about it, but yeah, I understand what you're saying, but it is, it is fascinating. I'd love to experience taking a test sometime, but because I only understand all about it intellectually, having never seen it on television or anything like that, but by the same token, I'm glad that the technology exists, and I'm glad that the people do what they do, and I, I too very much believe in law enforcement. I believe in the value of the FBI and police, and so on. I took a couple of police-oriented courses when I was at UC Irvine. We had an engineering professor who was a reserve deputy sheriff, so we, we got to do ride-alongs, and even went down and visited the Orange County Jail once, and you know, because he, he said it all, so it's kind of fun to be able to do it, and I learned a lot and value that. Speaker 1  14:19 That's awesome. I'm glad you had that experience. Michael Hingson  14:21 Yeah, I think it's kind of cool to be able to have had that. So, you got a master's degree? Did you get a PhD? Speaker 1  14:29 No, you know, I was encouraged to do so, to pilot higher and deeper, as the PhD acronym goes. Yeah, and I just, I decided to not go that route. Michael Hingson  14:40 So, what did you do after you got your master's? Speaker 1  14:43 After the master's, I started to do well. I was doing my practicum during the master's, yet after the master's, I started to work primarily where I did my practicum in Mississippi and started actually doing counseling work. So I was doing what's called a mobile therapist. For this organization, where I would go to people's houses and speak with people, do counseling work, which was pretty cool. I got to be out in the community, meet a lot of folks, made confidentiality sometimes a little bit of a challenge, small town. And then two days a week I was in the office, doing whoever came in through the clinic, so I was in the, I was in the work, I was in the grind, just doing what I had been trained to do. Definitely learning on the job, though, for sure. Michael Hingson  15:27 Where in Mississippi, Speaker 1  15:29 Corinth, Mississippi, which is like right at the state line. Yeah, they actually have a road called State Line Road, where houses on one side, North or Tennessee houses on the other side have Mississippi license plates. Michael Hingson  15:45 That's pretty funny. In New Jersey, when we lived there, there were a number of streets in towns that had a very interesting environment, and that is that every town had its own tax base. There wasn't a statewide thing for property taxes and everything else, or for a lot of taxes, so every town had its own, and you could be on a street where someone may pay 1213, $14,000 a year in taxes, and if you lived on the other side of the street, you were in a different town, and your taxes were like 4800 $5,000 Speaker 1  16:24 Whoa, no, Michael Hingson  16:26 it's crazy. Speaker 1  16:27 That is a sheer difference. Michael Hingson  16:30 It is a huge difference, and the other thing that that we experienced is that a lot of the the work is done by lawyers when you're closing a house, for example. Back there, they didn't really have escrow, was all done through attorneys, and so on. And some of those people were involved in the tax stuff as well. It's kind of a very fascinating and interesting place to be, certainly different than what we experienced in California. Speaker 1  16:57 Yes, that sounds like a very, very different type of experience, for sure. Wow, wow. Okay, Michael Hingson  17:04 but you know things happen. Well, so you, you started doing counseling and therapy, and as you said, and I can appreciate how it must have been difficult sometimes from a confidentiality standpoint, because it is a small town and people overhear or talk about, and that's not always a good thing. Speaker 1  17:24 Yeah, you know, things like that come up. You know, you hear the whispers, and one time I was actually trying to find a place in a lower-income part of town, and I was doing circles in the neighborhood, and a police cruiser started to follow me, and so I stopped my car, got out with my credentials, towed the towed the police officer who I worked for, and then he was just kind of like, oh, okay, carry on. So, did Michael Hingson  17:46 you ask him for directions? Speaker 1  17:49 You know what, I did not know, like that would have made sense. I'm trying to look at find this house, never. Oh, over there, sir? Okay, but no, I did not. Michael Hingson  18:05 So, how long were you in Mississippi? Then Speaker 1  18:09 I was in Mississippi from around 2009 to 2013 I want to say, we left. We left for New Zealand for the whole year 2013 so no, 2012 sorry, the end of 2012 so about three and a half, three or so years. Okay, yeah. How did you Michael Hingson  18:33 meet your wife in all this Speaker 1  18:34 online? Yeah, back when it was clandestine, like you met somebody online, are they an ax murderer? Can you trust them? Do you need to get references, which she did. Yeah, yeah. And we checked you out, huh? She checked me out for sure. She even called people that I gave references for. And then we courted for two and a half years. And then after that, tied the knot in Tennessee, moved to Mississippi. Well, she moved to Mississippi, where I was already living, and yeah, we were there until we went to New Zealand about 10 months later. Michael Hingson  19:06 So she was living in Tennessee at the time, Speaker 1  19:09 she was up here in Calgary, or she was in Calgary. Michael Hingson  19:12 Okay, Speaker 1  19:12 we, we got married in Tennessee, Michael Hingson  19:14 okay. Well, that's that's cool though. What, what prompted the trip and moving to New Zealand for a year, I've been there, and I actually spent three weeks there, and very much enjoy it. Speaker 1  19:28 Whereabouts? Well, I wanted to ask, all over New Michael Hingson  19:30 Zealand, I mean, I was there with the Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind. They asked me to come and speak in 2003 talk about September 11, and so on, and they were trying to raise funds, so we helped them raise something like over $375,000 in a three week period, and literally I had 21 speaking events in 13 days all over both islands. Speaker 1  19:55 Wow, that's that's a, that's a lot of speaking events, and a certain amount of days. Days you've been, you probably been close more than I've been, more places than I've been. So, what, what prompted the move was a friend of mine I had made previously being there. He reached out to me through just electronic media. He was having a spiritual emergency, and he asked me, he asked me to come to come help him, and so I just said, "Sure, let's do it. My wife and I left the rental unit, the rental house where we were staying, and left furniture behind, two cars behind, appliances, and we just, just left him, or there for 13 months, didn't look, didn't look back. Michael Hingson  20:45 Did you spend any time in Dunedin while you were there? Speaker 1  20:49 We didn't spend any time in Dunedin. We weren't only there for like a week when we did some vacation time. Michael Hingson  20:57 Yeah, I, they gave me literally a half, three quarters of a day off from speaking. In fact, they said you can play in Dunedin, and so we were there, and it was one, I guess, was a one full day. They had some unique toys to play with in New Zealand. They had a thing called a bungee rocket. Have you ever heard of that? Speaker 1  21:22 A bungee rocket. No. So, Michael Hingson  21:24 you know what bungee cords are, and you stretch them out and all that. Well, the bungee rocket, you attach bungee cords to this platform, this cage, but the bungee cords are attached to a device way up high, and then they're also attached to this plat, this cage, then they pull the cage down, and they fasten it, so the bungee cords are very stretched, and then people get in, and they sit down, and they fasten seat belts, and then when everybody's all secure, they loose the platform, and the bungee cords pull this thing up like a rocket. Speaker 1  22:01 Whoa, yeah. I wasn't about to do that. I was with someone who Michael Hingson  22:05 did, and he came off apparently as white as a sheet. He said, "I'm never gonna do that. Speaker 1  22:10 It was a one and done experience for him. It was Michael Hingson  22:16 for me. It was, "I'm not gonna do that, brother. And I had my guide dog, and somebody would have held the dog, but I wouldn't do that. I have other memories, which are more fun, I think, and probably for me more pleasurable. Speaker 1  22:31 Yeah, one of the things we did down on the South Island was some knife making, and it was really.. it was something I surprised my family with. They didn't know we were doing that day, and this guy was hilarious. I mean, something straight out of a documentary about New Zealand, as far as, like, locals, you would see he had a witty sense of humor, and he would, he would like, finish off the knives for us after we did the preliminary steps, just to make them look nice. Yeah, that was one of my favorite memories down there. Michael Hingson  23:00 Wow, yeah, I've, I've got a lot of memories, even though it was back in 2003 so 22 years, 22 and a half years, but I love the memories, and love being down there was a wonderful place, Speaker 1  23:13 awesome, so that was pretty cool. Well, so you, you came back, and, and you eventually ended up in, in Calgary, which is, which is great. So, what do you do now? Got a few hands in a few honey jars. I have a private practice for the counseling. I work for a retreat center company out of a place called Brad Creek, called Vita Wellness. I work for a nonprofit up in a place called Erdrie as a consultant. I work for a clinic remotely that's in the city as an associate. Am I forgetting anything? I think that's the main ones right now. Also, work doing like couples therapy for a relationship-based app. Yeah, so that's a lot of people that are in the States, there. So, it's yeah, few things to keep me busy. Speaker 3  24:13 If you enjoy Unstoppable Mindset and would like to help us continue bringing these conversations to you each week, we've created a way for you to support the show. Your contribution helps us cover production costs and continue sharing stories, insights, and ideas that inspire people to live with purpose and possibility. If supporting the podcast feels right for you, you'll find the link in the show notes. Thank you for being part of the unstoppable mindset community, Michael Hingson  24:47 they do well. You also write Speaker 1  24:50 that as well. Yeah, Michael Hingson  24:52 you've written a couple of books, and I guess you've also done some screenwriting and all that, and love to hear more about all that. Tell. You bought your books. Speaker 1  25:01 Yeah, the first book that I published, self-published, and that was two years ago now. That was called, that is called The Martial Art of Recovery: Self Mastery Practices to Subdue Addiction and Achieve Mental Wellness. Say three times real fast. So, yeah, that book is all about the intersection of martial arts concepts with addiction and mental health treatment, so that has personal experiences, and my times in the martial arts, and also I just bring in like holistic health techniques, and also I get some interviews, some of them are a little bit shorter than others, but at least some some chunks from people that I know in different disciplines, different fields, like an old martial arts teacher, a medicine family medicine doctor here in the Calgary area, people like that. So that was that was about a 14 month writing experience before it was published. Michael Hingson  25:57 When was it published? Speaker 1  26:00 Back in March of 2023 Michael Hingson  26:05 Okay, not your first book. Speaker 1  26:07 Not that's my first book. Yes, Michael Hingson  26:09 yeah, Speaker 2  26:10 yeah. Michael Hingson  26:12 What do you, what do you think of being an author and the whole experience of writing? Speaker 1  26:19 There was not. there was a lack of faith, for sure. I had a really difficult time, even acknowledging, "Hey, this is something I could do. Had a lot of self-doubt, and so even the process I found pretty daunting, pretty, like pretty challenging, for sure. And I do enjoy the process. It's like a double helix, though. I, I enjoy it, yet it kind of puts the screws to me, as far as enjoyment, but also challenge, yet I do enjoy the experience and being able to get my voice out there, yet I listen to someone else talk about publishing, and the person said, you know what, when you publish it, now it's that person's turn to take it on and they can make it their own, Michael Hingson  27:04 yeah. Speaker 1  27:04 So I found that to be a really cool way to look at it. So yeah, and I enjoy it. It's been, it's been good, it's been fun. Michael Hingson  27:13 And then you wrote a second book, Speaker 1  27:15 I did. Yeah, that one's called Buried Alive: Four Ways to Free Yourself from the Dirt. It's a lot more personal, I think, because it is about a true story that happened to my dad, and something that was quite harrowing for him, which, yes, as the book title suggests, is what happened, and part of the book is about the interviews I did with the three men involved with this very scary incident back in February of 2000 so 25 years now, and talks about their different perspectives on what happened that day when they were digging for Native American artifacts, arrowheads, and I bring in some self-help concepts that apply to what happened that day, and also just for anyone that's looking to bring those into their own lives, Michael Hingson  28:03 what happened? Speaker 1  28:05 Yeah, so they were digging at what's called an overhang, which is like a cliff face that shuts out small little, I don't know if you would even call it a cave, but there was a place underneath the overhang that kind of came in anyway, when Native Americans would come to an area, they wouldn't ever bring dirt out, they would always bring dirt in, and so there was so much dirt that was piled up over the years that my dad and the people that were digging with him, I was there six months to the day before this incident happened, we would, we would have to dig, they would dig to get to their arrowheads that were quite far down underneath the dirt, Michael Hingson  28:46 yeah, Speaker 1  28:47 yeah, yeah, and so this unfortunate day, my dad was in a hole, probably I don't know, eight or nine feet, and a little dirt fell on him, and you know, he kind of joked with his friend Jason, who was further up this hall, and a few seconds later all that dirt just came in, just, just quickly, automatically. He was vanished without a trace, and then a big rock came down on that dirt. If it wasn't for that third person that decided to come that very morning, they did not come before. His name's Jerry. Then I'm sure that my dad would have died, Michael Hingson  29:25 because Speaker 1  29:25 there was no way that Jason, who also was stuck up to like his knee in dirt, could have got out in time to get the rock and then to unearth my dad. So, Michael Hingson  29:39 yeah, a fascinating book. Now, you, you self-published that one as well. Speaker 1  29:43 I did, didn't wait around, just went ahead, and yeah. Michael Hingson  29:49 Do you have other books in you? Speaker 1  29:51 I have one done. I needed to get it edited, and editorial reviews, and get my book cover designer over in Italy to do her magic. She did on the last two books, so yeah, I do have one in the, in the oven. Michael Hingson  30:05 Can you tell us a little about what it will be about, or what it's called, or anything? Speaker 1  30:08 Sure, the book right now is called I'm Listening, and it's all about my experiences, my pitfalls, my learnings as a therapist, and so it's a bit of a memoir of my professional work in the field, and some, some personal experiences. Michael Hingson  30:25 I think one of the most powerful things about books, especially when you're, when you're dealing with more nonfiction, because fiction books usually have stories with them, but a lot of nonfiction books don't really provide enough, I think, of a personal inroad to the individual who wrote the book. One of my big beliefs, one of my pet peeves, is I think textbooks are so boring, like physics. My master's degree is in physics, and I maintain that the big problem is that none of the physics professors who are writing all these books ever put anything in about their own personal experiences to really get people excited because of of their their stories and what they can teach through their stories. It's just all math and equations and and words, just about the physics, but never the other part. I think that textbooks would be better if they put some stories in them, Speaker 1  31:22 I think. So, too, I think people's eyes wouldn't come out of their sockets, and they wouldn't, you know, be comatose. You know, they can actually keep up, and they can be engaged and involved with the material. Yeah, Michael Hingson  31:35 I had a colleague when we were at UC Irvine. We were in the same physics class together, and he had this one book, and he noticed that there didn't seem to really be any typos or whatever in it, and he meticulously, through the whole quarter, went through that whole book, and I think he finally found one misspelled word, and he was so proud of both that there were there were no others other than the one, but that he found one misspelled word we do with our lives. Speaker 1  32:07 What people do sometimes for kicks. Well, I'm glad. I wonder where that word was. Like, did he go through the whole book, and it's like on the last page, or you know, where is that at? It was Michael Hingson  32:22 near the end, but it wasn't on the last page, but it was.. it was.. it took him a long time to find it. Speaker 1  32:29 I wanted to do that with my first book. I could have easily done a book about the intersection of martial arts themes with, you know, mental wellness, but I mean, why not? I mean, I had that experience for over four years in the martial arts. Why not do that? Michael Hingson  32:48 So, tell me about that. You've mentioned martial arts several times, so obviously you've had some involvement with martial arts. Speaker 1  32:54 I have. Yeah, so when I was a preteen, I got a black belt in what's called a Water Rule Karate, so it's like W A D O R Y U, and when I was a teenager, like 16 to 18, I was doing what's called American Campo, and that did have a little bit of Jiu Jitsu thrown into the mix, Michael Hingson  33:16 so what prompted the interest in doing that Speaker 1  33:20 first was my dad, you know, part of my family was interested, so the guy, why not? And I don't know at that time whether I was experiencing bullying. Unfortunately, I experienced bullying like going to church before church started, which was unfortunate, say. So I mean, I think it was just a really good experience for me, looking back for balance and discipline in that way, and getting to meet people in the community. I can't, I can't initially remember what prompted that. My dad was interested, my brother was too, so was I. And then when I was 16, I was like, let's pick it up, let's do something different, let's try something new, and so we were able to go to this really small outfit, which was called the Snake Pit at the time, very different from the more like larger dojo in the community from my early years. Michael Hingson  34:14 What has being involved with the martial arts done to help you or to you or for you in dealing with mental wellness and the whole issue of what you do today. How is martial arts affecting all of that? Speaker 1  34:35 Yeah, it's a really good question. Martial arts showed me the importance of balance when we're doing sparring, when we're doing more, so when we're doing training on techniques, I can't be too far away when I'm sparring someone, because then it's not natural, it's not organic, nor, but I can be so close that I might hit them, so there needs to be some type of balance and self control, and that's. Something else, as well as being out of some self control. Yeah, Michael Hingson  35:05 well, martial arts is, I understand, it seems to me, as much about your mental being as learning physical techniques, because there is a whole lot that really comes down to how you approach it mentally. Am I correct? Speaker 1  35:24 Yeah, there's a big piece when it comes to stamina. When I was doing sparring, I actually had to find a place between being so passive, but also not being super aggressive. Like, how do I get that mental, emotional stamina to do this powering, you know, in a way that was quite balanced. Yes, but there is a lot when it comes to being in touch with my body, being in touch with where my mind is, with focus, with being not beating myself up, not really being perfect, or trying to achieve perfection. Yet, there's a certain vulnerability that comes with that in the mind, and also when it comes to the body, Michael Hingson  36:06 how so Speaker 1  36:10 well, there's vulnerability just simply with doing different techniques, because if you don't, if you don't like being touched, then it's going to be really difficult, because there's often a lot of touch happening, and and when it comes to the mind, it's there's vulnerability with putting myself out there and being seen by others, because we're often watching one another with training, and so there is this piece around vulnerability around, hey, you know what, whatever they think, okay, they can think I'm still working on this technique, Michael Hingson  36:40 mm and it, and it does, as you grow mentally with, with martial arts, I'm sure that it also helps in terms of your resilience. Speaker 1  36:55 Resilience plays a key factor, indeed, because you know, when it comes to even with sparring, you know, getting hit, I can't just kind of, oh, I got hit and I want to go back and I want to go in the corner. Well, no, I've got to keep going. Yeah, gotta keep moving, gotta keep walking and deflecting, and you know, going with the punches. And I, there was one experience with a young man, at least two years younger than me, he was a silver glove boxer, like a champion silver glove, and there had to be some resilience for me there, because I was getting clobbered, I was getting, I was getting hit over and over, because he was using a boxing type of, you know, boxing moves I wasn't used to defending against, and he was quick, and there comes a certain level of humility when it comes to being in the martial arts as well, because there's going to be experiences like that. Michael Hingson  37:49 Well, did you eventually get to the point where you could defend yourself against him? Speaker 1  37:55 He wasn't there for too long. Yeah, the more yet, the more that I was able to work with him, the more I was able to, you know, understand a little bit more where he was coming from with the moves, Michael Hingson  38:05 right. Well, in your life and all the things that you've done, have you experienced grief in any way? And kind of, what was that? Speaker 1  38:14 Yeah, there was a moment, there wasn't an issue when it came to a disenfranchised loss. My wife had a silent miscarriage, and so that was pretty brutal. How that turned out for her, and vicariously for me, and seeing her go through that really difficult, emotionally painful situation was hard. And so I mean, I've sure I've lost all but one grandparent at this point, and I did lose some child, like one childhood friend, when I was 16 to a car accident that was pretty brutal. Yet this loss was, yeah, was really difficult, because it's something that a lot of people don't understand, they don't want to talk about, they don't know what to say, or it's really difficult just to listen, and that was hard. Michael Hingson  39:09 Yeah, but at the same time, as you well know, from all that you've experienced, God doesn't give us things that we can't handle, and we have to learn to move forward Speaker 1  39:22 with resilience, with God's help. Michael Hingson  39:24 Yeah, Speaker 1  39:24 yeah, with prayer, perseverance. Yeah, Michael Hingson  39:27 I lost my father, actually, on November 1 of 1984 and my mother in May of 1987 and then my brother actually developed breast cancer in 2011 and they, they dealt with it, and he went into remission, but it came back, and he didn't take care of himself very well, as I understand it, because he lived in Florida, and we were in California, but anyway, it came back, and it metastasized, and so we lost him in 2015 so at the same time. Yeah, there were relatives on my wife's side that we lost a couple very unexpectedly, and yeah, you do learn to deal with grief, but you learn that you got to go forward, and so when Karen passed in 2022 at least it wasn't totally all of a sudden, so I had some time to prepare, but you know, I still miss her, and I wouldn't want it any other way. Speaker 1  40:23 Yeah, for sure. I, and I mean, losing your parents around two and a half or so years apart, and with your brother, and then with your wife, that's a lot. That's a lot. Yet I hear that even though there was some preparation time for you, it can still be, it can still be difficult, it can still hit the nail, you know. I was doing some grief work, a grief course, and they showed us this poem called Whose Whose Grief Is Worse, basically. And there were these two experiences of someone that lost someone suddenly and someone that knew, and at the end of the poem. Basically, it's both are painful. There is no worse grief. Michael Hingson  41:05 There's no, there's no wrong or right answer to all of that. It's, it's different, but we all can learn to deal with it. I know when the events of September 11 happened, for me, ironically, the greatest blessing I had was that the media got my story and we started getting a lot of requests for interviews and my wife and I decided we would accept them and I got asked so many questions by so many different reporters, some dumb questions were absolutely stupid, idiotic questions, but some that were very insightful, and so I probably was able to move on from that day much more because of all of the questions and getting used to dealing with those questions than anything else that could have come along. It Speaker 1  41:58 was a choice, and you probably appreciated those reporters that took the time to ask those carefully planned questions. Michael Hingson  42:06 I've had some people, no matter how many times the story gets repeated, who still say, "What were you doing in the World Trade Center, anyway? And I'm sitting there going, "Have you read Thunderdog? Have you read any of the stories in the press? What do you mean, what was I doing in the World Trade Center? Speaker 1  42:23 It's not like, you know, it's out there, you know, it's been published, you can read it. Yeah, Michael Hingson  42:30 I wasn't a spy for the terrorists, I can tell you that. Speaker 1  42:36 I wouldn't, I wouldn't have thought that for a second, Michael Hingson  42:41 but but, but you know, things happen, and you never know where you're going to be, you never know what might come up, and it's just one of those things that we, we all really need to deal with in one way or another, and that's just what's so important. Speaker 1  42:56 Absolutely, you know, one of the quotes I heard from my training was, and I take it with me, and I, I definitely relate to it personally. Is joy shared is joy doubled, and grief shared is grief halved, and the stuff we're doing, even today, and even those listening that might have been through grief, is as long as we're able to talk about it, and just talk about something that does not make any sense whatsoever to us, that's part of the healing process. Michael Hingson  43:23 Yeah, it's important to talk about it. It's important to share, and I understand you want to be careful. You don't want to just talk necessarily about it with anyone, but you do need to find people that you can share with and that you can talk to about Speaker 1  43:39 it. Totally, yeah, the grocery store clerk, you know, that I'm getting my bread and butter from, maybe they're not ready for that, that particular topic, Michael Hingson  43:48 yeah, Speaker 1  43:48 yeah, Michael Hingson  43:50 and and the thing that we all need to do is to really, I think, do a lot more to listen to our inner voice, it'll tell us what we need to do if we listen, Speaker 1  43:58 yes, I believe that for sure, I've seen, I've seen that. Yeah, Michael Hingson  44:03 so you've dealt with all the, this, the psychological work that you do. You dealt with addiction, and so on. How does martial arts play into that? What have you learned from martial arts that helps you in dealing with recovery from addiction? Speaker 1  44:16 Oh, well, where to start. I think that one piece to really focus on is this concept of self love, and I don't mean self love like I'm better than other people out there, but just being okay with where I'm at for myself, but still pushing myself to learn new things, so some acceptance about where I'm at when it comes to martial arts, that has to be there. I might not be doing the technique perfectly, and I, there was times where I could really easily beat myself up mentally, like, "Oh, why can't I get this? Yet it's just trying to take a step back and see that I'm worthy enough to make the. Approach to make these changes when it comes to addiction. I'm worthy enough to seek out help. These feelings I have that they're okay to feel, and I don't have to beat myself up for this. Michael Hingson  45:11 Yeah, because addiction is is a disease, and I think anyone who condemns somebody just because, for example, they use drugs, and, well, they shouldn't do that. They're dumb for doing it. They really miss assess what's going on. Speaker 1  45:28 People that have that mindset that it's more of a mere choice, they don't understand that if you put, you know, a shot of alcohol in front of someone and you tell them not to drink it, and you put a gun on them, they're going to be wondering, maybe he'll slip his hand off the trigger, you know, that kind of thinking, that's that's the disease aspect. And I recommend anybody that wants to know more about addiction being a disease, check out Kevin McCauley's documentary, Pleasure Unwoven. It's a really good documentary that shows the different aspects of the disease. Yeah, Michael Hingson  46:08 I have never taken drugs in that way, and don't want to, but again, that's my choice, and I've learned enough from other people that I know that if, if I'm having a problem, taking drugs isn't going to help me solve the problem, and it isn't going to even really help me hide from it, but I guess that's just my makeup that I know that I have to face whatever comes along head on. Speaker 1  46:33 Yes, the resilience piece, Michael Hingson  46:36 the resilience piece, and I've wanted to do that. Speaker 1  46:39 Awesome, I can see with everything you've been through, Michael, you've definitely lent in, you've leaned in, you've pushed forward. Michael Hingson  46:47 Well, I think that part of the issue is as a, as a blind person who's faced a lot of challenges and seen things, what I choose to do whenever anything happens to me is I want to learn from it, so I don't want to ignore it, even if it's something that's totally not related to me in any way. I want to learn from it, if I'm involved, because I think that's the only way I'm going to be able to make sure that I deal with anything like that, any kind of surprise. The next time I talk about a lot when I am talking to people about blindness, about surprises, and I talk about the fact that I could be crossing a street, I could get to the corner and listen to the traffic, and when I hear the traffic going the way I want to go, then I'll cross the street. So I start crossing a street, and all of a sudden I hear a car from behind me, and it's not going the way I want to go, suddenly it's, it's turning, or there's somebody that is is across the street from me, not the way I'm going, and I start to cross the street when it's supposed to be my turn, and they decide they're going to go, and so I am, I've learned to constantly be alert, but at the same time, what I have to do is figure out very quickly, do I want to go forward or do I want to go backwards to have the best chance of getting away from this, Speaker 1  48:11 which way do I move in my direction with my spatial awareness with your spatial awareness, and that, and that brings me to another, I think, actually, another piece with martial arts and how it intersects is treating the addiction like an opponent that may be sauntering around that corner at any moment in time, and being able to see that I need to be on the alert, I need to know more than one direction, as you mentioned a moment ago, more than one direction that I could go, rather than just the free, the ability to have choice. Yeah, Michael Hingson  48:51 can addiction truly be cured? Not the reason I asked the question is I know so often I hear when I hear people talking about alcoholism, you can't really cure alcoholism, and maybe that's true. I don't know, Speaker 1  49:10 you know, it depends on how you ask, from a medical standpoint, from a disease standpoint, since we see it as a chronic progressive primary condition, which means nothing necessarily causes it every time. The answer would be no, because of its progression. However, can it can addiction, whether it's alcoholism, whatever, be stunted as far as its progression? Absolutely. Can be, can people live fulfilling lives? Absolutely. Can there be reversal of certain symptoms and signs. Yes, however, just I think that to say, you know, one day someone's gonna wake up and they no longer have cravings or the warning signs or the the neurobiology. Logical strings, it's tough to say that's a no. Michael Hingson  50:04 Yeah, thanks. That's the makeup of the individual that brings that about. I, I have.. I take an occasional drink. In fact, Karen and I used to have a drink on Friday night, one drink, and I kind of honor her by having a bourbon and seven every Friday night when I make, when I cook dinner, but one, because I've never been a great fan of the taste of alcohol, but I understand there are a lot of people who really like the taste of it, and that has led them into pretty dark places, which is unfortunate. Speaker 1  50:36 Yeah, still Michael Hingson  50:37 happens. Speaker 1  50:38 It does still happen, for sure. And I appreciate you liking bourbon. We make a bourbon walnut ice cream, and I don't ever drink the bourbon by itself. It's been in the cupboard for months now. And anyway, Michael Hingson  50:55 well, my bourbon and seven is a whole lot more seven up than bourbon. Speaker 1  50:59 Totally right, and good for you for having that ritual, you know, for you and for Michael Hingson  51:06 her. That's kind of neat to be able to do that, but I've just never felt that I need to, and I'm, and I'm glad. So it's continuing to share that. Well, you do a lot of couples therapy. How does all that go, and what kind of challenges does that make for you and for them? Speaker 1  51:29 Well, I'll give you this short story. We were eating at Denny's with this man, and just a friend of a friend, and he said to us, he asked me about my work, and I told him, yeah, I'm working with, you know, a lot of addiction, and with couples, he's like, I heard from another counselor, Eric, that if you really want to make it hard on yourself, you work in addiction, and you work with couples that always make it have a challenge, and, like, yeah, true. And so, when it comes to working with couples, it is challenging. There's something about having two people to work with, there's so many dynamics at play, different than perhaps being with just one person, you know, coming from two different histories, biographically different life upbringings, family upbringing, personalities. It can be really challenging. I do appreciate challenge. I've learned so much. I learned from each couple that I work with, and it's a whole different beast. Michael Hingson  52:29 Yeah, and, and it is. I like what you said, though. You learn from it, and that's probably the most important thing that any of us can do with anything in any endeavor that we undertake is that we learn from it. Speaker 1  52:44 If I can't learn from something, what am I, what am I doing there? And if I'm not learning from something, how can that benefit other people that I'm trying to help support? So, yeah, I tried to get the couple to start to be, you know, them versus the concern, rather than you versus me. That's a big goal of couples therapy. Michael Hingson  53:08 That's an interesting way to put it. That makes a lot of sense. I've never thought of it that way, but it's them. It does have to be them, but them versus the concern. That, that's interesting. Speaker 1  53:18 Yeah, yeah. Then they start, they start looking at how can we collaborate rather than trying to annihilate each other. Michael Hingson  53:26 Yeah, Speaker 1  53:27 metaphorically speaking, Michael Hingson  53:31 so you've talked about the work that you did when you were in Mississippi, when you worked in small towns, and so on, and you worked in probably some fairly substantive places as well. What do you find that's different about outpatient versus inpatient work, and in terms of what you do and how you approach it? Speaker 1  53:52 Well, I'll just say that doing inpatient work is kind of like raising kids, so not.. I mean, I don't have any experience, because I don't, I don't have kids, I got nieces and nephews yet. I know that feeling well. Yeah, there's just something about being around someone more than just like that hour, hour and a half, seeing them like eight or nine hours a day, you get to know them pretty well, as opposed to, you know, once an hour every one or two, three weeks, that in that comes some benefits with the inpatient work. Yet also it can be really difficult when it comes to boundaries. They feel like you can do things that maybe you're not able to do professionally with them, maybe like as far as like self-disclosure wise or things like that, and there's just there's just a thing around boundaries, and even with the inpatient work, you know, I'll have one client come and say, 'Hey, this other counselor said I could do this, and I would be like, 'Okay, and then I found out later the counselor didn't say that at all, so there's that type. The drama got to deal with, with it, with the inpatient work, Michael Hingson  55:04 but you don't find that as much without patient, because you tend to be able to get closer to the individual, and that probably also develops a higher trust level. Speaker 1  55:14 There is a higher trust level if you mean, like, doing outpatient work, or outpatient, but we have the outpatient, for sure, because I am solely with them, and they know that time is of the essence, whether it's weekly or bi-weekly, whatever, and I'm being able to focus on them, for sure, yeah, Michael Hingson  55:35 and it's a lot harder to do that when it's an impatient kind of situation Speaker 1  55:40 in my two experiences, both up in Calgary and also Mississippi, with inpatient, there's so many other things in the inner workings of doing inpatient going on that sure I can still add that time with somebody, yet I'm also thinking about, you know, the next class and next group offering other logistical duties, it's a little bit easier to do that one on one. Yeah, indeed, indeed. Michael Hingson  56:10 Do you think that you can develop? I assume the answer is yes, but I'll ask, do you think that it's possible to develop the same level of trust in doing inpatient work, or it may be harder, but can you do it? Speaker 1  56:28 That can happen on a case by case basis, depending on my relationship with someone. Yes, I can get there, and you know, just.. and sometimes, paradoxically, it can happen even quicker than outpatient, depending on the situation, because I am with them. There is a positive with that. Yes, Michael Hingson  56:48 it's.. it's a matter of working to build it, you know. And, unfortunately, human beings, especially nowadays, are so mistrustful of so many things, we've learned not to trust, and so in my latest book, Live Like a Guide Dog, I talk about that a lot, because while I think dogs love unconditionally, they don't trust unconditionally, but they're open to trust, they want to develop trusting relationships, and we just assume everyone has their own hidden agendas, and it's so hard to develop trusting relationships, Speaker 1  57:24 very hard, very difficult. It takes time and effort and patience, tolerance for myself, the other person, and that makes sense with dogs, because I mean, enough's, you know, when a dog's been abused, they don't want to trust right away, no, for sure. Michael Hingson  57:38 Well, but even even dogs that aren't abused, like I believe it takes for me, and I think if you really analyze it, for most people with a guide dog, I think it takes a good year to develop such a working relationship that you develop such a trust that essentially you each know what the other is thinking and you really know how to work it. It's not that they're not mistrustful, but they're open. They're open to trust, but you've got to, you've got to gain their trust, and that's my job as the team leader. And I'm supposed to be the team leader, but it also means that I have to agree, well, earn or gain their trust. The neat thing, and what makes it possible to do that, assuming that you approach it the right way and don't assume a dog is just a dumb animal, which they're not, is that in fact working with a dog, you know that they're more likely to be open to trust, and that makes it a little bit easier than our prejudice that says everybody's got a hidden agenda that we got to focus on, Speaker 1  58:47 yeah. And appreciate you sharing that, and it shows just the amount of work that comes into play with trust. Michael Hingson  58:54 Yeah, it's it's a challenge, but it is doable. Well, so what's next for you? Speaker 1  59:01 Yeah, just doing some work after this with the work that I do, and yeah, it's starting to get that book into the place of having editorial reviews and starting to get that edited professionally. Michael Hingson  59:14 Have either of your books been converted to audio? Speaker 1  59:17 The second one has. Yes. Michael Hingson  59:22 Is it? Where is it available? Audible, or how is it available? Speaker 1  59:25 It's my own special design. It's actually got a, it's got a Texan man, a doing it. He's got a nice voice, pretty soothing. Yet it's through what's called the Hero app, H I R O. And I can send you the link if you're interested. For that, Michael Hingson  59:40 love to, yeah, Speaker 1  59:42 yeah. Michael Hingson  59:44 Well, this has been enjoyable, certainly by any standard. If people want to reach out to you, maybe use your services or talk with you. How do they do that? Speaker 1  59:53 They can find me, Michael, through Recovery Arts counseling.com and that's Counseling with 2l's since I'm up here in Canada. You can find me through Instagram at Eric Fisher Writer or Recovery Arts Counseling. You can find me Facebook the same way on LinkedIn, just type in my name. You can look for, like, Calgary, like counselor recovery counseling. What do else? That's right, everybody learned something new today, if they did not, if they didn't already. So, those are a few Michael Hingson  1:00:25 ways. Well, that's great. Well, I really appreciate you taking the time to be here, and I value greatly your insights. I've learned things, and I always enjoy doing that. And I hope all of you out there listening have as well. Love to get your thoughts, so I'd love to hear from you. Feel free to email me at Michael M I C H A E L H I at Accessi B A C C E S S I B e.com Wherever you're listening or watching, or both, this podcast, please give us a five star review. But even more important than a review, a rating, five star rating, give us a review. We really value reviews and people who might be interested in listening to our podcasts, are going to read those reviews. I can tell you for sure that people love to know what others think. So, we value your reviews a great deal. And if any of you, including you, Eric, know of anyone else who ought to be a guest on Unstoppable Mindset, we'd love an introduction, because we're always looking for people who want to come on and tell their stories, so I hope that that we'll find ways to do that, and definitely value you being here, Eric, and doing all this, and I want to thank you again for being here. This has been a lot of fun. Speaker 1  1:01:37 Thank you, Michael. Happy to be on you. thank Michael Hingson  1:01:43 you for being here with me on Unstoppable Mindset. I hope today's conversation left you with a fresh perspective, a new insight, or at least something worth thinking about. If you're ready to go deeper into the ideas that shape how we see ourselves and others. I have a free gift for you. Head over to Michael hingson.com and download my free ebook, Blinded by Fear. 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After dedicating his career to understanding and sharing the power of transformative ideas, entrepreneur and author Eric Jorgenson has seen how the right book can inspire action and drive personal growth. Best known for “The Almanack of Naval Ravikant,” Eric shares how reading sharpens decision-making and unlocks new opportunities. In this episode, he discusses his latest work, “The Anthology of Balaji: A Guide to Technology, Truth, and Building the Future,” featuring insights from visionary entrepreneur Balaji Srinivasan, and offers a sneak peek into an exciting project on Elon Musk's groundbreaking innovations. In this episode, Darius and Eric will discuss: (00:00) Introduction and Guest Introduction (03:08) The Impact of Books on Personal Growth (05:49) Eric's Journey to Writing “The Almanack of Naval Ravikant” (08:54) The Process of Writing and Publishing (12:00) The Influence of Naval Ravikant (14:53) Exploring Wealth and Its Definitions (17:53) The Role of Leverage in Success (21:01) The Importance of Knowledge and Skills (24:11) Elon Musk: A New Book Project (27:01) The Future of Network States (29:59) Final Thoughts and Greatness Question Eric Jorgenson is an author, investor, and creator known for distilling complex ideas into accessible wisdom. His bestselling book, “The Almanack of Naval Ravikant,” guides readers to wealth and happiness through Naval's most impactful insights. Following its success, Eric published “The Anthology of Balaji,” showcasing the visionary ideas of engineer and futurist Balaji Srinivasan. As the founder of Rolling Fun, Eric invests in early-stage tech startups, writes at ejorgenson.com, and hosts the Smart Friends podcast. His blog has engaged over a million readers since 2014. When not working, he's on a mission to craft the perfect sandwich. Connect with Eric: Website: https://www.ejorgenson.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erjorgenson  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erjorgenson/  Books: https://www.ejorgenson.com/books-1  Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricJorgenson  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're wondering what it takes to trade an $80,000-a-year corporate career for the grit of the open road, listen to this episode with Eric Brown of JTP Transportation, as he shares his raw and unfiltered journey from selling security systems to building a powerhouse in the Philadelphia drayage market! Eric gets frank about the "invisible" hurdles of entrepreneurship, from emptying his 401(k) to navigating the high-stakes world of white-glove temperature-controlled logistics. We also dive deep into the importance of clean books, the reality of tax liens, and why having a "figure it out" mentality is non-negotiable if you want to survive the volatility of the freight industry. Whether you're an owner-operator looking to scale or a broker trying to understand the hustle behind the wheel, Eric's story of surrendering control to find true success is the wake-up call every transportation professional needs!   About Eric Brown Eric Brown is a supply chain leader, entrepreneur, and performance-driven thinker who built his career on one principle: execution over excuses. Starting with one truck in 1999, Eric grew his company into a multi-state operation servicing major ports from New York to Texas — helping transform the drayage industry in Philadelphia by shifting it from delays and excuses to speed, precision, and results. Eric is also a CEO, founder, associate pastor, motivational speaker, and MC who is passionate about people. He loves helping businesses and charities get started and thrive, bringing energy, clarity, and momentum wherever he goes. A husband to one wife, father of five, and grandfather of three, Eric's life is grounded in faith, family, and purpose. He speaks openly about his relationship with Jesus Christ — not religion, but real transformation — and challenges others to live authentically and grow in every area of life. With a passion for science, rockets, speed, and high performance, Eric brings a unique voice that blends faith, leadership, and execution.   Connect with Eric Website: https://www.jtptransportation.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericbrownjtp/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JtpTransportation  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jtptransportation  

Regan Archibald sits down with Eric Edmeades (creator of WildFit) to explore the idea of “evolutionary mismatch”—how modern environments, routines, and food systems can pull people away from the conditions humans historically adapted to. Eric shares stories from multiple immersive visits with the Hadzabe in Africa, including lessons about food priorities, movement, and seasonal eating, and contrasts those patterns with rapid shifts he's observed in places like the UK, Estonia, and Dubai as ultra-processed foods and convenience culture spread. The conversation also touches on behavior change, the role of mood and environment in food choices, and Eric's “Gap Finder” assessment—an evaluation designed to help people identify everyday lifestyle “gaps” and choose practical next steps, combining ancestral insights with modern tools and coaching programs.ERIC:Website: https://ericedmeades.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericedmeades/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ericedmeadesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AWilderLifewithEricEdmeadesRESOURCES:Book Comprehensive Labs: https://agelessfuture.com/longevity-labs/FREE copy of The Peptide Blueprint: https://agelessfuture.com/blueprintSign up for future Health Accelerator Challenges calls LIVE! https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YZsiUMOzSyqcE8IinC5YEQ#/registrationBooks: https://www.amazon.com/Books-Regan-Archibald/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3ARegan%2BArchibaldArticles: https://medium.com/search?q=Regan+ArchibaldLIKE/FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE:YouTube -https://www.youtube.com/@ReganArchibald / https://www.youtube.com/@Ageless.FutureLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/regan-archibald-ab70b813Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ageless.future/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgelessFutureHealth/DISCLAIMER: This video is for educational purposes only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  Many of the molecules discussed in this video are research compounds and are not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for any specific medical use, indication, or condition. They are mentioned only in the context of existing scientific literature and ongoing research and are not being recommended, prescribed, sold, or offered through this video.  This content does not endorse or recommend any specific tests, products, procedures, or treatment protocols.References to our clinic are for general educational context only; investigational or non‑approved products are not available for direct ordering or prescribing based solely on viewing this content.  Do not start, stop, or change any medication, peptide, or supplement based on this video. All medical decisions must be made with a licensed prescribing clinician after a proper evaluation. No provider–patient relationship is created by viewing this content or contacting our clinic.  Regan Archibald is a Licensed Acupuncturist and longevity coach. He is not a medical doctor. Cade Archibald is COO and Co-Founder of Ageless Future, also not a medical doctor. All medical decisions, lab ordering, and prescribing in our clinic are performed only by our licensed medical team (MD, APRN, PA).  Viewers should follow the guidance of their own licensed clinicians and local health authorities regarding diagnosis and treatment decisions.

What happens when you strip away titles, ego, and identity and choose to build a business and a life rooted in purpose instead? In this powerful episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with entrepreneur, coach, and aviation innovator Eric Farewell for a deeply honest conversation about identity, business, loss, self-worth, leadership, and the profound transformation that happens when you learn to be fully present. Eric opens up about rebuilding after everything fell apart, redefining success on his own terms, and discovering what truly matters beneath the surface of achievement. Together, Darius and Eric explore the emotional and psychological landscapes behind entrepreneurship and the unexpected clarity that comes when you separate who you are from what you do. In this episode, Darius and Eric will discuss: (00:00) Introduction and Banter (03:02) The Struggles of Writing and AI (05:57) Entrepreneurial Hustle: Past and Present (08:42) Adventures with Tucker Max (14:30) Finding Easy Relationships (17:29) Personal Stories and Reflections (29:23) Eric's Origin Story (30:15) From Aviation to Entrepreneurship (32:52) Life Lessons and Legacy (37:08) The Thrill of Flying (44:04) Transition to Paragliding (45:47) Building a Business with Purpose (48:36) Identity and Titles in Entrepreneurship (51:32) Finding Happiness in Adversity (55:05) The Royal Shift: A New Book (58:14) Mastermind and Community Building (01:01:43) Overcoming Imposter Syndrome Eric Farewell is a coach, author, and entrepreneur dedicated to helping leaders and entrepreneurs build businesses and lives aligned with their true purpose. After launching his first aviation business at 13 and speaking nationally before 20, Eric faced personal challenges, including a broken back, the death of his brother, and a near-collapse of his marriage, that reshaped his approach to life and leadership. Today, he owns multiple companies, is the author of Farewell to Normal, and guides others through personal reinvention, relational healing, and sustainable, mission-driven growth. Connect with Eric: Website: https://ericfarewell.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericfarewell/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-farewell-0386683  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  In this episode of The Better Sex Podcast, I talk with psychologist and author Dr. Eric Fitz Medrude about what it really means to be "a better man." Together, we explore how cultural conditioning, shame, and lack of real education have left so many men confused about sex, masculinity, and intimacy. Eric shares how his Catholic upbringing and family's unusually frank conversations about sex shaped his perspective, and how those early experiences inspired his book, The Better Man. We dive into common myths about porn, testosterone, and what men are "supposed" to want—and how those beliefs often block real connection and pleasure. Along the way, Eric opens up about the importance of platonic touch, the emotional cost of living inside "the man box," and what it takes to build relationships rooted in honesty and consent. We also talk about resentment, boundaries, and the hard truth that being a better lover starts with being a better human. Connect with Eric  Website: https://www.drericfitz.com/ Book: The Better Man https://www.drericfitz.com/the-better-man/ Connect with Deborah Substack: https://substack.com/@deborahkat YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@deborahkat9349 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deborahtantrakat/ Podcast Feedback DeborahTantraKat@Gmail.com  Book a breakthrough session with Deborah 
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What if "retirement" is a trap, and what you really want is to graduate into something bigger? In this episode, Matt and Lou sit down with Eric Brotman, CEO of BFG Financial Advisors, to blow up old ideas about retirement, wealth, and what business owners should actually be doing today so they're ready for the future (whatever that looks like). Eric shares his start‑up origin story, explains how to grow a financial advisory firm that actually serves clients well, and gives a roadmap to exit planning that doesn't leave you miserable. What you'll learn in this episode: How Eric built BFG from one full‑time + one part‑time employee into a firm managing nearly $1B across 37 states, without selling out. (Startup → scale) Why “retirement” is obsolete: Eric argues business owners should think about graduating instead. Generational money attitudes: how Millennials are wired for the side hustle; Gen Z hates being sold to, they want advice. The importance of accountability, behavior, and psychology (not just numbers) in financial planning. Exit planning is not just about selling high. It's about knowing your number, building your team, and preparing your life after the deal. How tying nearly all your wealth to your business is risky. Diversification isn't just for Wall Street folks. The internal structure: salaried advisors, two advisors per client, young talent & apprenticeships. A firm built for sustainability, not churning.   Favorite Quote: “The business is… sometimes their only asset. And you are immediately under-diversified if 70 or 80 or 90% of your net worth is tied up in your business.”   Who is Eric? Eric D. Brotman is the founder & CEO of BFG Financial Advisors. He bootstrapped the firm over 20 years ago and now leads a wealth‑management & financial planning business with clients in dozens of states. He's the author of Don't Retire… Graduate!, and builds financial advice around people, not just numbers.   Why you should listen: Don't wait until you have to plan your exit. Hit play now to get strategies that move you from “just working” to building wealth you can use,  and a legacy you'll be proud of. If you own a business, this episode might save you years of regret (and dollars).   Connect with Eric: Website: https://bfgfa.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ebrotman Facebook (Don't Retire, Graduate!): https://www.facebook.com/DontRetireGraduate Phone: +1 (410) 252-4555  

From Nebraska yet currently living in Budapest, young guest Eric had an abrupt awakening with an AI-generated meme acknowledging and subliminally encouraging him to kill himself. Now, working alongside his father Glenn Meder (EP 182) as Chief Operating Officer of their company Privacy Academy, this 26-year-old spends his life helping people gain freedom from scams, unlawful surveillance and deception. In our show, he discusses his own depression and pharmaceutical stint, his feelings on the current state of youth (social decline/influence of gore), personalized AI teachers in China, brainwashing, smart devices (Roomba vacuum), emotional contagion and more.He leads the "Just Be Practice," sharing his beliefs on manifestation and the emotional field.References:https://mic-lock.com/collections/allConnect with Eric:Website: https://privacyacademy.com*Host Eden Koz is a soul realignment specialist utilizing such gifts as psychological empathy, intuition, psychic ability, mediumship, meditation, mindset shift, Reiki, dimensional and galactic healing, to name a few. She can also perform a spiritual Co#id Vac+ Healing as well as remote & face-to-face sessions with individuals and groups. Contact info for Eden Koz / Just Be®, LLC:Website: EdenJustBe.com Socials: Insta, FB, FB (Just Be), LinkedIn Just Be~Spiritual BOOM Podcast can be found on the audio directories: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, TuneIn+Alexa, ...

In this episode, Rick shares his interview with Eric Newman, founder and Chief Play Officer of the Roc Solid Foundation and host of the Success and Significance podcast.Eric shares his powerful journey from childhood cancer survivor to social impact visionary, detailing how personal pain became the driving force behind a movement that has served over 4,500 families fighting pediatric cancer. With heart, grit, and vision, Eric talks about building purpose through play, scaling nonprofits like businesses, and why success and significance must go hand in hand.He opens up about what it means to marry the mission, not the model, and how moments—not movements—create lasting change. From personal trauma to building hope-filled play sets in 160+ hospitals, Eric's story is a masterclass in turning adversity into action.This episode is a MUST-LISTEN!

Ever wondered what happens when a high school teacher swaps textbooks for a camera and turns weddings into cinematic art? This week on the Heart and Hustle Podcast, Lindsey and Evie sit down with filmmaker, photographer, YouTuber, and all-around creative powerhouse Eric Floberg. Get ready to dive deep into storytelling, sustainability, and diversification as Eric opens up about why he calls them wedding films (not videos) and how intentional language sets the tone for deeper client relationships. He shares his philosophy on storytelling—hint: it involves indie film vibes, fog machines, and capturing raw, unscripted emotion. Eric elaborates on why he had to double his prices (literally) to save his sanity and scale with purpose, and how he's using his passions (even running!) to open up new creative and financial doors. Whether you're a wedding filmmaker, photographer, or entrepreneur with too many passions and not enough time, this episode will challenge you to go deeper with your craft, rethink your pricing, and explore sustainable paths to creative freedom. --------------------------------- IG Bio Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/bio --------------------------------- Heart Shop: https://theheartuniversity.com/shop  --------------------------------- Primally Pure: https://primallypure.com/?rfsn=5649435.725fd3 Use HEARTANDHUSTLE for 10% OFF.  --------------------------------- Keep up with Eric: Website - https://www.ericfloberg.co/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/eric.floberg/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@ericfloberg --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity  

What does it take for an idea to stand the test of time and shape generations? In this episode, Eric Jorgenson returns on The Greatness Machine to explore the enduring power of timeless ideas and transformative storytelling. Joining host Darius Mirshahzadeh, they dive into what makes certain books iconic and how mystics like Rumi and Jesus continue to influence modern philosophy. The conversation touches on Peter Thiel's strategic takedown of Gawker and its broader implications for media. They also discuss Ryan Holiday's approach to reviving Stoicism for today's audience and challenge the notion that originality is essential, instead highlighting the power of revisiting and reframing old ideas in fresh, relevant ways. Together, they unpack the intersection of mysticism, media, and modern thought, revealing why some ideas resonate across generations. In this episode, Darius and Eric will discuss: (00:00) Introduction and Welcome (02:52) The Impact of Naval Ravikant's Work (06:05) Exploring Fame and Ego (12:11) Eric's Journey and Scribe Media (15:07) Book Publishing Insights (22:37) The Art of Writing and Capturing Attention (27:15) Spiritual Awakening and Life-Changing Insights (29:52) The Power of Books and Personal Growth (47:57) Recognizing Genius in Others (50:10) The Power of Stoicism and Modern Philosophy (52:05) Exploring Mysticism and Its Relevance Today (54:04) Translating Ancient Wisdom for Modern Audiences (56:41) The Importance of Historical Context in Philosophy (01:01:03) The Challenge of Approaching Mysticism (01:04:32) Cultural Perceptions and Historical Realities Eric Jorgenson is an author, investor, and creator known for distilling complex ideas into accessible wisdom. His bestselling book, “The Almanack of Naval Ravikant,” guides readers to wealth and happiness through Naval's most impactful insights. Following its success, Eric published “The Anthology of Balaji,” showcasing the visionary ideas of engineer and futurist Balaji Srinivasan. As the founder of Rolling Fun, Eric invests in early-stage tech startups, writes at ejorgenson.com, and hosts the Smart Friends podcast. His blog has engaged over a million readers since 2014. When not working, he's on a mission to craft the perfect sandwich. Part 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/327-eric-jorgenson-what-we-can-learn-from-naval-ravikant/id1555334180?i=1000684054523  Sponsored by: Constant Contact: Try Constant Contact free for 30 days at constantcontact.com. Huel: Get Huel today with this exclusive offer for New Customers of 15% OFF with code GREATNESS at https://huel.com/GREATNESS (Minimum $75 purchase). ExpressVPN: Secure your online data today with ExpressVPN. Go to expressvpn.com/darius. Indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/DARIUS. Shopify: Sign up for a $1/month trial period at shopify.com/darius.  Connect with Eric: Website: https://www.ejorgenson.com/ Website: https://scribemedia.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erjorgenson  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erjorgenson/  Books: https://www.ejorgenson.com/books-1  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How are recent DESI experimental results challenging the traditional view of dark energy as a fixed cosmological constant? Are foundational assumptions in Einstein's general relativity limiting progress in theoretical physics? And how do tensions in cosmological measurements, like the Hubble constant discrepancy, reflect deeper issues in physics? In this episode, we'll explore these fundamental questions with none other than Eric Weinstein! Eric is one of the most revered thinkers of our generation. Though not an academic physicist, he proposed a unified theory of physics in 2013, which is supposed to have the potential to explain phenomena that string theory cannot. In a lecture held live at UCSD in April 2025 at the prestigious Astrophysics and Cosmology Seminar, Eric presented an update to his groundbreaking theory. Today, we'll discuss his fascinating theory, the future of physics and academia, and much more.  Eric is an investor, financial executive, and host of The Portal. He and his brother, Bret Weinstein, coined the term Intellectual Dark Web to refer to an informal group of pundits. Eric is a vocal critic of modern academic hierarchies and advocates for advances in scientific theory over an emphasis on experimental results. He proposed a new unified theory of physics in 2013 and has been an active member of the physics community since then.  — Please join my mailing list here

In this jam-packed episode of Encouraging the Encouragers, Mitch sits down with Eric Balance—host of the Resilient Minds podcast and founder of Balance Media Ventures. Eric shares his personal journey from breaking free of a "bad fit" corporate experience to build a coaching business with global impact. Together, they dive into:Why Eric left success in the corporate world to pursue a life and business with more fulfillmentThe evolution from 1:1 coaching to transformational global retreatsThe 5 dimensions of conscious wealthHow true relationships—not tech—have been the key factor for Eric to drive event successWhy living it is the key to authentic leadership and influence

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Today, we're featuring Beagl's founder, Eric Williams, to discuss focusing on daily execution by automating RFP processes! Eric highlights the importance of brand reputation, sustainable business models in freight, winning RFPs through trust and network strengths, and why brokers need to understand their business execution capabilities, deliver ongoing value, and engage in strategic calls to build trust and filter viable prospects!   About Eric Williams Eric is a logistics leader with over a decade of experience driving sales, pricing, sourcing, and technology strategy across top industry players. At Target, he managed $450M in annual freight spend and delivered over $120M in savings during his tenure. He's held leadership roles at US Foods, DAT, and XPO, leading initiatives in consolidation, fleet optimization, pricing model development, and RFP centralization. Before logistics, Eric spent a decade as a member at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. He holds a Political Science degree from the University of New Mexico and is a former West Point cadet.   Connect with Eric Website: https://www.beagl.ai/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-w-a7826b6/  

Supersized Episode Alert!This episode goes deep—and for good reason. Eric Collett didn't just escape burnout and corporate stress. He rebuilt his life around brain health, longevity, and optimal performance—and now helps thousands do the same.This two-part-in-one episode blends Eric's escapee origin story (and the moment he realized he couldn't go back) with a practical brain health masterclass for GenX escapees looking to stay sharp, focused, and fired up.Eric's mission? Save the next million brains.

Join Kathleen and Eric as they bridge gender narratives and challenge the norms to create more fulfilling relationships based on self-acceptance and mutual growth. In this episode of The Manifested Podcast, Kathleen Cameron and Eric Bigger explore the dynamics of relationships, manifesting a dream partner, and balancing feminine and masculine energies. Kathleen delves into how understanding personal attachment styles can enhance our relationships, while Eric offers a unique viewpoint rooted in his vast experience in reality dating and personal development.  Eric Bigger shares profound insights from his own life journey, discussing how self-awareness and personal growth significantly impact one's ability to receive love and forge authentic connections. Highlighting issues faced in modern dating, Eric tackles common patterns and myths, such as needing a partner to feel complete, offering listeners a different perspective on independence versus companionship.    Also in this episode: Being content while single and investing in self-growth can lead to healthier relationships. Understanding and changing beliefs about love and partners can transform relational dynamics. Vulnerability in men is a strength, leading to improved connections and personal authenticity. Feminine and masculine energy balance is crucial in nurturing meaningful relationships. Societal shifts have empowered women, altering traditional dynamics and highlighting new relational challenges and growth opportunities.   About Eric Bigger:  Eric rose to prominence after a starring turn in a historic season of ABC's The Bachelorette, and since then, has launched a podcast called Bigger Talks and appeared on countless shows including Extra, Access Hollywood, Home & Family, Dancing with the Stars, and Celebrity Family Feud. A Magna Cum Laude graduate of Hampton University, Eric spent his formative years in Baltimore and moved to LA to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams. Committed to using his platform for good and espousing values of health, peace, and prosperity, Eric is dedicated to advocating for others and is a longtime supporter of nonprofits, including Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services, Movember, and Make-A-Wish. Connect with Eric:  Website: www.ericbigger.com/workwithme TikTok: @ericbigger Facebook: @EricBiggerpositivity LinkedIn: @eric-bigger Twitter: @eric_bigger   Shop Iylia Premium Non-Alcoholics: https://iylia.com/   Subscribe To The Manifested Podcast With Kathleen Cameron: Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With The Kathleen Cameron: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube | TikTok | Kathleencameronofficial.com   Unlock Your Dreams with House of ManifestationA community where you take control of your destiny, manifest your desires, and create a life filled with abundance and purpose? Look no further than the House of Manifestation, where your transformation begins: https://houseofmanifestation.com/ About Kathleen Cameron: Kathleen Cameron, Chief Wealth Creator, 8-figure entrepreneur, and record-breaking author. In just 2 years, she built a 10 Million dollar business and continues to share her knowledge and expertise with all of whom she connects with.  With her determination, unwavering faith, and powers of manifestation, she has helped over 100,000 people attract more love, money, and success into their lives. Her innovative approaches to Manifestation and utilizing the Laws of Attraction have led to the creation of one of the top global success networks, Diamond Academy Coaching, thousands of students have been able to experience quantum growth. The force behind her magnetic field has catapulted many students into a life beyond their wildest dreams and she is just getting started. Kathleen helps others step into their true potential and become the best version of themselves with their goals met. Kathleen graduated with two undergraduate degrees from the University of Windsor and the University of Toronto with a master's degree in nursing leadership. Her book, “Becoming The One", published by Hasmark Publishing, launched in August 2021 became an International Best Seller in five countries on the first day.    This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By: Simplified Impact

In this episode of The Manifested Podcast, Kathleen Cameron and Eric Bigger discuss redefining health by discussing the importance of self-love and authenticity in achieving transformative results. They discuss how mindset shifts, intentional self-talk, and spiritual guidance play crucial roles in the pursuit of health. Kathleen and Eric unveil the profound emotional and spiritual journey of self-love, acceptance, and holistic wellness, offering a blueprint for sustainable, life-enhancing personal development. Eric discusses how his unique approach to training—integrating spirituality with physical fitness—has significantly impacted Kathleen's life.  Also in this episode: Embracing self-love and authenticity is critical in achieving lasting health and well-being. The journey to longevity over vanity involves focusing on health for life rather than temporary aesthetic goals. Transforming beliefs and perceptions about fitness from a chore to a lifestyle change that nurtures the body can lead to enduring results. Finding a supportive partner or community can enhance personal development and amplify results.   About Eric Bigger:  Eric rose to prominence after a starring turn in a historic season of ABC's The Bachelorette, and since then, has launched a podcast called Bigger Talks and appeared on countless shows including Extra, Access Hollywood, Home & Family, Dancing with the Stars, and Celebrity Family Feud. A Magna Cum Laude graduate of Hampton University, Eric spent his formative years in Baltimore and moved to LA to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams. Committed to using his platform for good and espousing values of health, peace, and prosperity, Eric is dedicated to advocating for others and is a longtime supporter of nonprofits, including Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services, Movember, and Make-A-Wish.   Connect with Eric:  Website: www.ericbigger.com/workwithme TikTok: @ericbigger Facebook: @EricBiggerpositivity LinkedIn: @eric-bigger Twitter: @eric_bigger   Shop Iylia Premium Non-Alcoholics: https://iylia.com/   Subscribe To The Manifested Podcast With Kathleen Cameron: Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With The Kathleen Cameron: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube | TikTok | Kathleencameronofficial.com   Unlock Your Dreams with House of ManifestationA community where you take control of your destiny, manifest your desires, and create a life filled with abundance and purpose? Look no further than the House of Manifestation, where your transformation begins: https://houseofmanifestation.com/ About Kathleen Cameron: Kathleen Cameron, Chief Wealth Creator, 8-figure entrepreneur, and record-breaking author. In just 2 years, she built a 10 Million dollar business and continues to share her knowledge and expertise with all of whom she connects with.  With her determination, unwavering faith, and powers of manifestation, she has helped over 100,000 people attract more love, money, and success into their lives. Her innovative approaches to Manifestation and utilizing the Laws of Attraction have led to the creation of one of the top global success networks, Diamond Academy Coaching, thousands of students have been able to experience quantum growth. The force behind her magnetic field has catapulted many students into a life beyond their wildest dreams and she is just getting started. Kathleen helps others step into their true potential and become the best version of themselves with their goals met. Kathleen graduated with two undergraduate degrees from the University of Windsor and the University of Toronto with a master's degree in nursing leadership. Her book, “Becoming The One", published by Hasmark Publishing, launched in August 2021 became an International Best Seller in five countries on the first day.    This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By: Simplified Impact  

Hear the adventures of an international sensation, Daniel Seavey as he shares his life with The Roula & Ryan Show with Eric Website

Hear the adventures of an international sensation, Daniel Seavey as he shares his life with The Roula & Ryan Show with Eric Website

"Spiritual fitness is about tapping into your higher self and embracing your true authenticity."   Eric Bigger is a TV personality, motivational speaker, fitness expert, and founder of Spiritual Fitness. In this episode, we dive deep into spirituality, personal growth, and the journey of authenticity.   Eric shares his journey from being on The Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise to discovering his spiritual path. He emphasizes the importance of prayer, connecting with our higher selves, and how life experiences shape our spirituality.   We also discuss the "New Earth" concept and how collective consciousness is shifting. With technology advancing rapidly, how do we stay grounded in our truth?   If you've ever struggled with people-pleasing or wearing a mask, this episode is for you. Eric shares practical advice on embracing your true self and living authentically.   I can't wait for you all to listen to this episode! Eric's energy and wisdom are truly inspiring, and I believe you'll walk away with valuable insights to apply in your own life.   Connect with Eric Website: https://www.ericbigger.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericbigger TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ericbigger  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/eric-bigger-16a46860   YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@EricBiggsway    Come connect with me on Instagram @AshleyJGeorge_2. And on TikTok @ashleyjgeorge.I love hearing from you!   Please follow along with A Well + Nourished Soul podcast on your favorite listening platform and leave a rating and review of the show. If you want to dive even deeper, visit www.awellandnourishedsoul.com to join our private community.   Schedule your Angel Message Session: https://www.awellandnourishedsoul.com/book-an-angel-session   

Tune in to this episode with Eric Masotti of Trailer Bridge, talking about their diverse services for the ocean and domestic transportation and their proactive approach to evolving market demands! Eric also highlights their focus on vertical integration and specialization, his insights on the current ocean freight trends, market stabilization, and his strategic approaches to sales and business development!   About Eric Masotti Eric Masotti is an energetic and results-oriented leader with extensive experience driving exponential growth for both start-up and established organizations. As the President of Logistics at Trailer Bridge, he leverages his expertise in transportation, P&L accountability, and inter-divisional coordination to drive growth. Under his leadership TB's logistics division has adopted industry-leading technology to drive efficiency and support the needs of today's shipper. In his personal life, Eric is a proud family man, an avid runner, and a sports enthusiast, particularly soccer, golf, and UNC athletics. When he's not working or spending time with his family, he enjoys reading non-fiction and traveling.   Connect with Eric Website: https://www.trailerbridge.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/trailer-bridge-inc-/  

Ready to keep more of your hard-earned money?  In this episode, Corwyn J. Melette sits down with Eric Pierre, CPA, author of The Great Tax Escape, and a leading voice in tax strategy for wealth building. Eric shares actionable insights on how individuals and families can legally minimize their tax burdens, leverage scalable strategies regardless of income level, and make fearless financial decisions to achieve long-term prosperity. Eric also recounts his personal journey—from his early struggles in corporate America to building a thriving business as an entrepreneur and CPA. He discusses how overcoming fear and embracing faith can lead to transformative success, even when the path ahead is unclear. Whether you're earning $80,000 or $400,000, these strategies are scalable and can help you unlock greater financial freedom.  Don't miss this episode packed with inspiration, practical advice, and Eric's signature no-nonsense approach to wealth creation. Key Takeaways: 12:15 What is the Great Tax Escape? Learn why this book is essential for achieving financial freedom. 24:02 The Importance of Taking Risks: "No risk it, no biscuit" — Eric shares how embracing fear can lead to massive returns. 23:03 Lessons from the 1%: The resolve and risk tolerance that separates top earners from the rest. 27:01 Personal Transformation: Eric's journey from corporate America to becoming a business owner.  28:14 Faith and Vision: Why blind faith and hard work are crucial to success. 

After dedicating his career to understanding and sharing the power of transformative ideas, entrepreneur and author Eric Jorgenson has seen how the right book can inspire action and drive personal growth. Best known for “The Almanack of Naval Ravikant,” Eric shares how reading sharpens decision-making and unlocks new opportunities. In this episode, he discusses his latest work, “The Anthology of Balaji: A Guide to Technology, Truth, and Building the Future,” featuring insights from visionary entrepreneur Balaji Srinivasan, and offers a sneak peek into an exciting project on Elon Musk's groundbreaking innovations. In this episode, Darius and Eric will discuss: (00:00) Introduction and Guest Introduction (03:08) The Impact of Books on Personal Growth (05:49) Eric's Journey to Writing "The Almanack of Naval Ravikant" (08:54) The Process of Writing and Publishing (12:00) The Influence of Naval Ravikant (14:53) Exploring Wealth and Its Definitions (17:53) The Role of Leverage in Success (21:01) The Importance of Knowledge and Skills (24:11) Elon Musk: A New Book Project (27:01) The Future of Network States (29:59) Final Thoughts and Greatness Question Eric Jorgenson is an author, investor, and creator known for distilling complex ideas into accessible wisdom. His bestselling book, "The Almanack of Naval Ravikant," guides readers to wealth and happiness through Naval's most impactful insights. Following its success, Eric published "The Anthology of Balaji," showcasing the visionary ideas of engineer and futurist Balaji Srinivasan. As the founder of Rolling Fun, Eric invests in early-stage tech startups, writes at ejorgenson.com, and hosts the Smart Friends podcast. His blog has engaged over a million readers since 2014. When not working, he's on a mission to craft the perfect sandwich. Sponsored by: Indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/DARIUS. Shopify: Sign up for a $1/month trial period at shopify.com/darius. Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster at RocketMoney.com/Darius.  Connect with Eric: Website: https://www.ejorgenson.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erjorgenson  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erjorgenson/  Books: https://www.ejorgenson.com/books-1  Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricJorgenson  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://therealdarius.com/youtube Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wondered how your personality type impacts your life choices?  Merry and Cathy chat with Eric Gee, the multifaceted author of "The Power of Personality" to find out. From life coaching to fantasy football, Eric's journey into personality typing is as diverse as his interests. Discover how his unique 16-type system, inspired by animals, can enhance education, relationships, and personal growth. Are you a "fox" or a "beaver"? Tune in to explore your "anchor" personality type and unlock your potential. Don't miss this enlightening conversation packed with insights for self-awareness and growth!Eric Gee's Bio:Eric Gee has administered personality-based life coaching for more than twenty years. He built a successful education company that used his personality typing method to better the lives of more than twenty thousand students, parents, and teachers. As creator of the Youtopia Project website and the Youtopia 16 assessment, he has disseminated his method to over half a million users since the website's creation in 2016. His book, The Power of Personality, is the culmination of decades of research and application.Eric graduated from UCLA, where he studied English literature and screenwriting. Coincidentally, he's also a classically trained pianist, backyard-trained barbecue dilettante, three-time fantasy football champion, professional mentor, and amateur magician. He owns Youtopia Creative, a shared creative workspace in Los Angeles, where he acts as both life coach and infinite Pez dispenser of saccharine bits of 80s and 90s pop culture.Connect with Eric:Website: https://www.projectyoutopia.com/Personality test: https://youtopiaproject.com/youtopia-16-assessment-2/Thank you for listening. Please check out @lateboomers on Instagram and our website lateboomers.biz. If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to watch it or listen to more of our episodes, you will find Late Boomers on your favorite podcast platform and on our new YouTube Late Boomers Podcast Channel. We hope we have inspired you and we look forward to your becoming a member of our Late Boomers family of subscribers.

Winning Lucrative Government Deals Made Easy The Hidden World of Lucrative Government Contracts. On today's episode of Diversified Game we are joined by Eric Coffie the owner of GovCon Giants. The Mission of the League of Govcon Giants is To provide an economic equalizer and employment stabilizer for diverse founders across the globe. Leveraging the world's largest customer to build capacity, capital and strengthen small businesses. Connect with Eric: Website: https://govcongiants.org/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EricCoffie Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ecoffie Apple Podacst: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/govcon-giants/id1463074357 Buy Courses at https://bit.ly/PrepareforyourfirsttriptoAfricaudemy Support Us On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/gamediversified

Welcome to today's episode, where we're diving deep into the world of scaling a short-term rental business. I'm really excited to introduce our guest, Eric Lewis, the founder and owner of Nashville Stays. Eric's story is one that's sure to inspire anyone in the vacation rental industry. He started with just one property and grew his portfolio by leaps and bounds, eventually making the bold move to acquire an entire rental management company. In this episode, we'll explore how Eric built his business in the highly competitive Nashville market, the challenges he faced while scaling, and the strategies he used to maintain a high standard of service for both guests and homeowners. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your own rental business, you won't want to miss Eric's insights and practical advice. Let's jump in!" Things we discussed in this episode: Scaling a short-term rental business beyond a single property Eric Lewis' journey from managing one property to acquiring a multi-property company The strategic benefits of acquiring another short-term rental management company The process of networking and identifying potential acquisition targets Navigating the legal and structural aspects of the acquisition deal Strategies for retaining and building loyalty with the acquired clients/homeowners Eric's transition from a side hustle to a full-time short-term rental entrepreneur The importance of continuous education and peer support in building confidence Challenges of balancing a full-time job with running a growing short-term rental business Eric's plans for solidifying processes, building a strong team, and focusing on future acquisitions Get in touch with Eric: Website - https://nashvillestays.com/ Email - eric@nashvillestays.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nashvillestays/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-lewis-cpa-07638749/ #SmartStayShow #realestate #realestateinvesting #realestateinvestor #realestatelaw #realestateagent #RealEstateNegotiation #ShortTermRentals #AirbnbHost #PropertyManagement #Entrepreneurship #BusinessAcquisition #Nashville #RealEstateInvesting #SideHustletoBusiness #BusinessGrowth #ScalingOperations ***** Join Jason Muth of Prideaway Stays and Straightforward Short-Term Rentals and Real Estate Attorney / Broker Rory Gill for another episode of SmartStay Show! Following and subscribing to SmartStay Show not only ensures that you'll get instant updates whenever we release a new episode, but it also helps us reach more people who could benefit from the valuable content that we provide. ***** SmartStay Show Website and on Instagram and YouTube Prideaway Stays Website and on Facebook and LinkedIn SmartStay Coaching Website and on Instagram Straightforward Short-Term Rentals Website Attorney Rory Gill on LinkedIn Jason Muth on LinkedIn ***** This podcast and these show notes are not legal advice, but we hope you find both entertaining and informative. Hospitality.FM SmartStay Show is part of Hospitality.FM, a podcast network dedicated to bringing the best hospitality-focused podcasts to those in and around the industry, from Food + Beverage, Guest Experience, Diversity & Inclusion, Tech, Operations, Hotels, Vacation Rentals, Real Estate Law, and so much more!

In this episode, we sit down with Eric FitzMedrud, Ph.D. a therapist specializing in relationship and sexual issues, to discuss how men can improve their sex lives through emotional regulation, removing sexual entitlement, and enhancing consent and negotiation skills. Eric, an award-winning author, shares his personal journey and professional insights on creating healthier, more enjoyable sexual relationships. I also delve into his approach to addressing issues related to patriarchal norms, empathetic communication, and the importance of consent. Whether you're dating, in a long-term relationship, or exploring non-monogamy, this conversation offers valuable guidance on fostering deeper and more respectful connections.Timestamps:(00:00) – Introduction(00:25) – Meet Eric FitzMedrud, Ph.D.: Expert in Relationship and Sexual Issues(01:37) – Eric's Journey: From Personal Struggles to Professional Insights(03:01) – Navigating Consent and Desire(04:55) – Challenges Men Face in Modern Dating(06:10) – The Importance of Open Communication in Relationships(09:18) – Understanding Men's Emotional and Sexual Health(19:54) – Addressing Common Misconceptions About Gender and Attachment(23:14) – Practical Tips for Better Sexual Communication(38:26) – Eric's Personal Experience with Polyamory(44:05) – Final Thoughts and TakeawaysKaren Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Menopause Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex during perimenopause, post-menopause, and andropause, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases.This podcast is not intended to give medical advice. Karen Bigman is not a medical professional. For any medical questions or issues, please visit your licensed medical provider.Looking for some fresh perspective on sex in midlife? You can find me here:Email: karen@taboototruth.comWebsite: https://www.taboototruth.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taboototruthYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcastWhere to find Eric:Website: https://www.drericfitz.com/Book: The Better Man: A Guide to Consent, Stronger Relationships, and Hotter SexSocial Media: https://www.instagram.com/drericfitz/https://www.linkedin.com/in/drericfitzRegister for my October 9th webinar on sex, hormones, and menopause, and get 50% off with code MENOACCESS before September 30th at taboototruth.com!

On this Live Greatly podcast episode, Kristel Bauer sits down with Eric Liedtke, former adidas executive and the CEO and co-founder of Unless Collective to discuss regenerative fashion and how Eric is pioneering zero plastic waste products.  Eric and Kristel disucss why Eric left Adidas to start his own brand, what mindset has helped him throughout the process and lots more!  Tune in now! Key Takeaways From This Episode Regenerative Fashion Why Eric left Adidas and Started Unless Collective The concerns with plastic for our health and our planet Eric's mantra, Zero Wasted Hours Mindset tips for entrepreneurs About Eric Liedtke: Eric Liedtke knows a thing or two about leading a multibillion fashion empire. The former Adidas executive who brought the world Yeezys is now the CEO and co-founder of Unless Collective.  As Global Brand President at Adidas, Eric fostered collaborations with influential figures like Kanye West and Beyoncé, and helped the brand generate exponential growth of over $8 billion in additional revenue in just six years. His sustainability efforts led Adidas to commit to 100% recycled polyester by 2024.  After spending 26 years in the corporate world, Eric decided it was time to reclaim his time.  With his mantra of "Zero Wasted Hours," Eric is now all about making decisions that positively impact his family, his community, and the planet. At Unless Collective, Eric champions eco-friendly fashion, pioneering zero plastic waste products that decompose naturally.  Connect with Eric: Website: https://unlesscollective.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-liedtke-890130115/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unlesscollective/  About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer: Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness expert, popular keynote and TEDx speaker, and the host of top-rated self-improvement podcast “Live Greatly”.  Kristel is an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant with clinical experience in Integrative Psychiatry, giving her a unique perspective into optimizing mental well-being and attaining a mindset for more happiness and success in the workplace and beyond. Kristel decided to leave clinical practice in 2019 when she founded her wellness platform “Live Greatly” to share her message around well-being and success on a larger scale.  With a mission to support companies and individuals on their journeys for more happiness, success, and well-being, Kristel taps into her unique background in healthcare, business, and media, to provide invaluable insights into high power habits, leadership development, mental well-being, peak performance, resilience, sales, success, wellness at work, and a modern approach to work/life balance.  Kristel is the author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024).  Kristel is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. A popular speaker on a variety of topics, Kristel has presented to groups at APMP, Bank of America, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Mazda, Santander Bank and many more. She has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine, Authority Magazine & Podcast Magazine, has contributed to CEOWORLD Magazine & Real Leaders Magazine, and has appeared on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago, Fox 4's WDAF-TV's Great Day KC and Ticker News. Kristel lives in the Chicago area with her husband and their 2 children.  She can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide. To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here. Website: www.livegreatly.co  Follow Kristel Bauer on: Instagram: @livegreatly_co  LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer Twitter: @livegreatly_co Facebook: @livegreatly.co Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here. Click HERE to check out Kristel's corporate wellness and leadership blog Click HERE to check out Kristel's Travel and Wellness Blog Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.  Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations.  They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration.  Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests.  Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content.  Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.

How does understanding your personality type help you succeed?Meet Eric Gee!Eric is an Author, Writing and Life Coach, Founder of YouTopia who has 20+ years of experience administering personality-based life coaching. He built ETS Educational & Tutorial Services, a company that bettered the lives of more than 20,000 students, parents, and teachers. Eric is on a mission to help people become the best version of themselves by shutting out the noise, figuring out what they really want and tapping into your inherent strengths to get it.  Eric also help teams learn how to effectively collaborate to reach their collective goals, utilize strengths, accept weaknesses, and move forward as one.Eric has built a successful education company that used his personality typing method to better the lives of more than 20,000 students, parents, and teachers. As creator of youtopiaproject.com and the Youtopia 16 assessment, more than 500,000 users have benefited from his teachings since the website's creation in 2016.Eric's book, The Power of Personality, is the culmination of decades of research and application. He has personality-typed over 50,000 people during his career, which is no small sample size.The main takeaway? Our relationship to others will only be as healthy as our relationship to ourselves. Eric is also a classically-trained pianist, backyard-trained BBQ dilettante, three time fantasy football champion, professional mentor, amateur magician, and infinite Pez dispenser of saccharine bits of 80s and 90s pop culture. Key Points:- how knowing yourself influences your career path- the quality of relationships you build when understanding personalities- personality-typing and its benefit to your emotional well-being- growing more confidently through understanding your personality- how parents can use personality-typing to guide their children- discovering the work you truly love through personality-typing...and so much more!Connect with Eric:Website: https://www.projectyoutopia.comWebsite: https://youtopiaproject.comAdditional Resources:"The Power of Personality" by Eric Gee on AmazonTake the Quiz: https://youtopiaproject.com/author/eric-gee/Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/personality-typing-for-professional-and-personal/id1614151066?i=1000668058934Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4G6YQSpbyiMf3KC3bsKJqsYouTube: https://youtu.be/E5BO4L5cOJc

Joining us today are Melissa and Eric Broughton, owners and advisors at Busy Bee Advisors. As tax and bookkeeping experts who work with small businesses and real estate investors, Melissa and Eric are here to share their valuable insights on keeping your finances organized and maximizing tax savings. Eric and Melissa discuss how they started their company after Melissa quit her job on a cruise and fell, breaking her jaw. They share tips for proper bookkeeping as businesses grow, like maintaining separate accounts for each rental property. Jason Muth talks about his experience getting up to speed with a bookkeeper for his multiple properties.  They emphasize the importance of proactive tax planning through regular meetings. They suggest hiring an accountant after two rental properties to avoid confusion down the road. Eric and Melissa believe in taking risks and positive thinking, balanced with a steady approach. It was insightful to hear about strategies for organizing receipts and financial reports from these experts in tax planning and small business accounting.We're excited to learn from their experience helping clients get their books in order and take a proactive approach to tax planning. Things we discussed in this episode: How Eric and Melissa started their tax and bookkeeping firm Busy Bee Advisors. The importance of proper bookkeeping and financial reports for businesses. Tips for organizing receipts and staying on top of paperwork. Maintaining separate bank accounts for each rental property.  The benefits of hiring an accountant after owning two rental properties. Jason Muth's experience getting his bookkeeping in order. Tax planning strategies like the 14 day rental rule and 750 hour test. Taking a proactive approach to tax planning with regular client meetings. Eric's influence from his grandfather about work-life balance. Melissa's new book on bookkeeping for business owners. Get in touch with Melissa and Eric: Website - https://busybeeadvisors.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SacramentoBookkeeping/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/busybeeadvisors/ #realestatepodcast #realestate #realestateinvestor #realestatelaw #realestateagent #RealEstateInvesting #TaxPlanning #SmallBusiness #Bookkeeping #RentalProperties #Entrepreneurship #Accounting #ProactiveTaxStrategies #WorkLifeBalance #BusyBeeAdvisors Follow Us! Join Jason Muth of Prideaway Stays and Straightforward Short-Term Rentals and Real Estate Attorney / Broker Rory Gill for another episode of The Real Estate Law Podcast! Following and subscribing to The Real Estate Law Podcast not only ensures that you'll get instant updates whenever we release a new episode, but it also helps us reach more people who could benefit from the valuable content that we provide. The Real Estate Law Podcast Website and on Instagram and YouTube Prideaway Stays Website and on Facebook and LinkedIn Straightforward Short-Term Rentals Website and on Instagram Attorney Rory Gill on LinkedIn Jason Muth on LinkedIn This podcast and these show notes are not legal advice, but we hope you find both entertaining and informative. Hospitality.FM The Real Estate Law Podcast is part of Hospitality.FM, a podcast network dedicated to bringing the best hospitality-focused podcasts to those in and around the industry, from Food + Beverage, Guest Experience, Diversity & Inclusion, Tech, Operations, Hotels, Vacation Rentals, Real Estate Law, and so much more!

David is joined by Eric Stein to discuss the role of fractional CMOs in supporting financial advisors, and explore the differences between fractional CIO offerings and TAMP solutions. Eric highlights the importance of having a dedicated marketing professional to help advisors navigate the ever-changing marketing landscape. This episode emphasizes the importance of customized investment solutions and outsourcing investment management for financial advisors, highlighting the advantages of adding depth to a firm, providing more resources, and increasing client confidence.   This week on The Model FA Podcast: Eric Stein's career path from college to asset management firm.  Career paths, subway experiences, and meeting business partner Mario Nardone. Customized investment solutions for financial advisors. Outsourcing investment management to a third-party CIO. Investment management for smaller firms. CMO and OSA roles for financial advisors.   Connect with Eric:   Website: https://www.eastbayis.com Email: eric@eastbayis.com About the Model FA Podcast   The Model FA podcast is a show for fiduciary financial advisors. In each episode, our host David DeCelle sits down with industry experts, strategic thinkers, and advisors to explore what it takes  to build a successful practice — and have an abundant life in the process. We believe in continuous learning, tactical advice, and strategies that work — no “gotchas” or BS. Join us to hear stories from successful financial advisors, get actionable ideas from experts, and re-discover your drive to build the practice of your dreams.    Did you like this conversation? Then leave us a rating and a review in whatever podcast player you use. We would love your feedback, and your ratings help us reach more advisors with ideas for growing their practices, attracting great clients, and achieving a better quality of life. While you are there, feel free to share your ideas about future podcast guests or topics you'd love to see covered.    Our Team: President of Model FA, David DeCelle   If you like this podcast, you will love our community! Join the Model FA Community on Facebook to connect with like-minded advisors and share the day-to-day challenges and wins of running a growing financial services firm.  

As we all know, Web3 eCommerce is a concept of increasing prominence and is an interesting example of how blockchain could impact an already established, not to mention extremely successful, industry. Did you know that in 2024, over 60% of online shoppers were keen on using cryptocurrencies for their purchases? This signals a major shift towards Web3 e-commerce. If you aren't quite familiar with Web3 E-commerce, this episode is for you. In this episode, we've invited an incredible entrepreneur. His name is none other than Eric McHugh☀️

Eric Vaughan is a pioneering leader in the realm of AI-first transformations, advocating for the urgent adaptation to Generative AI. At the Imagine AI conference,Eric emphasized that this shift is not only essential but crucial for maintaining competitiveness in today's rapidly evolving technological landscape. In this episode, Eric explains how he completely reimagined the structure, talents and thinking needed to prepare Ignite Tech and GFI Software to be stand out category leaders in the future. He draws parallels between this transformative trend and past revolutions like the Internet and iPhones, underscoring the necessity for businesses to foster a culture of AI-first thinking. Here are some highlights are from our chat: - Gen AI is the fifth trend that has changed the world, following the Internet, personal computers, the web, and the iPhone. - CEOs play a crucial role in leading AI initiatives and championing AI within their organizations. - Eric's hands-on leadership includes personally interviewing AI innovation specialists, ensuring they share his vision of integrating AI into all facets of the organization to drive efficiency and innovation. - Businesses need to adapt by integrating AI into various aspects of the company to stay ahead of the curve. - Transforming companies into AI-first organizations and developing AI skills are essential for success. - Continuous learning, skill development, and staying updated with AI advancements are necessary to avoid being left behind in the tech landscape. - Removing every excuse for failure needs to be a leader's motto. Eric Vaughan is an experienced technology and M&A executive recognized for his innovation in the enterprise technology space. As IgniteTech's CEO, Eric is responsible for setting and executing the Company's vision, leading and motivating the global IgniteTech team to continue to drive the Company's business to success in the eyes of its customers. Eric is a frequent and noted author in industry publications including featured columns for executives in the enterprise software industry, and is a highly regarded speaker and thought leader on AI, GenAI and enterprise software company transformation. Connect with Eric: Website: https://ignitetech.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericlvaughan/ Connect with Allison: Feedspot has named Disruptive CEO Nation as one of the Top 25 CEO Podcasts on the web and it is ranked the number 10 CEO podcast to listen to in 2024! https://podcasts.feedspot.com/ceo_podcasts/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonsummerschicago/ Website: https://www.disruptiveceonation.com/ Twitter: @DisruptiveCEO #CEO #AI #Tech #Enterprise #startup #startupstory #founder #business #businesspodcast #podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Flipping vacant land is one of the most overlooked and misunderstood ways to make money in real estate. It's also one of the best. However, one common problem land flippers experience is a lack of funds, which sometimes prevents them from snapping up deals. Sure, they can borrow from traditional banks, but they need to fill out a lot of paperwork and go through a tedious process, and there is no guarantee that their loan will be approved. That's where private money lenders come in. Lending money to land flippers is a profitable business model. Russ and Joey chat with Quinn McArthur and Eric Scharaga to give you more information about this opportunity. Top three things you will learn: -How to invest in land funding-The most exciting thing about land funding-What a typical land funding deal looks likeAbout Our Guests:Quinn excels as an investor, leveraging his extensive background in finance and comprehensive real estate expertise as a commercial real estate developer and asset manager. Renowned for his mastery in land acquisitions and active involvement as a note investor, he passionately pursues his interests in faith, family, finance, and fitness.Eric is an expert in residential and commercial lending and default, including performing, non-performing, active bankruptcy, and vacant land. In 2020, Eric authored the book Lienlord, an introduction to the power of note investing. He is passionate about personal finance and enjoys introducing land investors to creative strategies for seller financing.Quinn and Eric have purchased over 500 mortgage loans and currently hold an inventory of over $1.5M in vacant land notes. They have directly financed over $5.5M in land acquisitions across 36 states. Connect with Quinn and Eric:-Website - https://www.legacylandfund.com/Wealth Without Wall Street New Book:https://go.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/newbookFree IBCA or Financial Freedom Discovery Calls:https://www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/freecallJoin Our Next Inner Circle Live Event:https://go.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/inner-circle-livePromo Code: PODCASTApply to Join the Passive Income Mastermind:https://wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/wwws-passive-income-mastermindJoin the Community:https://wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/communityTurn Active Income Into Passive Income:https://go.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/pios Take the Financial Freedom Analyzer:https://wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/quizDiscover Your Path to Financial Freedom:

This is a great episode for anyone at any stage of life. So often assessments for personal and professional growth cost a fortune, but this is not always the case. I am honored to introduce Eric Shepherd, who has a completely radical approach to helping others. Eric is the leader of the Foundation For Talent Transformation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that offers an array of free online assessments designed to help individuals thrive personally, professionally, socially, and economically. In this episode, Eric shares his fascinating journey from being the CEO of a major assessment company to establishing his Foundation aimed at providing accessible tools for self-improvement and adaptation in a rapidly changing world. Whether you're navigating a divorce or any life transition, Eric offers invaluable insights on how you can utilize these assessments to understand yourself better, develop new skills, and move forward with confidence.Be sure to try out some of these free assessments to help understand more about yourself and how you interact with the world around you. About the Guest:Eric Shepherd leads the Foundation for Talent Transformation, a trailblazing 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides apps and free online assessments to help people thrive personally, professionally, socially, and economically. Pursuing clarity, stability, and direction during life's transitions can empower us to embrace the next chapter of our lives. The Foundation's free resources help foster self-awareness and a deep understanding of our true values, interests, and purpose with a focus on personal growth. By acknowledging our needs and aligning our decisions with our core values, we cultivate healthier coping mechanisms, emotional resilience, and the capacity to advance with confidence and a rejuvenated sense of purpose. By helping people develop their social-emotional and transformational skills, the Foundation aims to build stronger and more socially connected communities where society flourishes, and people from diverse backgrounds understand and empathize with one another, reducing social conflict and increasing prosperity.To start using these free assessments go to: https://www.talenttransformation.com/quizzesTo connect with Eric:Website: https://www.talenttransformation.com/About the Host: Mardi Winder-Adams is an ICF and BCC Executive and Leadership Coach, Certified Divorce Transition Coach, Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS®) and a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator in Texas. She has worked with women in executive, entrepreneur, and leadership roles, navigating personal, life, and professional transitions. She is the founder of Positive Communication Systems, LLC, and host of Real Divorce Talks, a quarterly series designed to provide education and inspiration to women at all stages of divorce. Are you interested in learning more about your divorce priorities? Take the quiz "The Divorce Stress Test".Connect with Mardi on Social Media:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Divorcecoach4womenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mardiwinderadams/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcecoach4women/Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the PodcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.Leave us an Apple Podcast ReviewRatings and reviews from our...

Episode Summary 40 Years business experience, 30 Years yoga and meditation and running leadership programs, 20 years at Colorado State Business School. Who's your ideal client and what's the biggest challenge they face? What are the common mistakes people make when trying to solve that problem? What is one valuable free action that our audience can implement that will help with that issue? What is one valuable free resource that you can direct people to that will help with that issue? What's the one question I should have asked you that would be of great value to our audience? When was the last time you experienced Goosebumps with your family and why? Get in touch with Eric: Website, LinkedIn Learn more about how Uwe helps in-demand professionals and their VIPs to enjoy Unshakeable Two-getherness in their relationship (plus more free time and zero guilt). Or when you feel you'd be interested in working together you can Book A Chat With Uwe

Caught in the relentless hum of the everyday world, many of us teeter on the edge of burnout, questioning if the path we're on is truly ours to walk. Eric Nehrlich, a sage in the realm of executive coaching with a distinguished tech pedigree, joins us to recount his awakening from the depths of Google-induced exhaustion to a life rich with intent and choice. His upcoming book, 'You Have a Choice,' echoes through our discussion, unlocking the shackles of self-doubt and reframing the narrative around the male struggle with loneliness and self-worth. Together, we explore the profound impact of conscious decision-making on our careers and the untapped leadership potential that lies within.Transitioning from professional fulfilment to the tender landscape of the heart, this episode also addresses the intricacies of personal evolution and the pursuit of love. Reflecting on my own transformation from a solitary existence to marital bliss, I share the pivotal shifts in self-perception and vulnerability that can lead one down a path of deeper connection and happiness. The notion that mere toil doesn't equate to success is dismantled, and we invite listeners to examine the outdated rules governing our behaviour in the office and our intimate relationships.Finally, we set our sights on the cornerstone of personal transformation—taking ownership of our journey. By sharing narratives from my coaching practice, including a senior executive's battle with a stagnant work environment, we illuminate the power of transitioning from bystander to architect of our own narratives. And as we pull back the curtain on strategic productivity—inspired by a Google executive's masterful work-life symmetry—we underscore the message that change is achievable and essential for those seeking to wield their inner potential. For those ready to carve out their path, my platform, toobanytrees.com, offers the tools and guidance to begin this life-altering expedition.Key moments: 06:43 Breaking Free: Eric's Personal and Professional Evolution09:52 Coaching Insights: Identifying and Overcoming Blockers17:35 Helping Others Recognize and Escape Their Cages19:49 The Inspiration Behind the Book23:13 Real-life Applications and Client Stories28:35 The Importance of Vulnerability and Communication32:12 Valuable Advice and Life Lessons34:58 Final Takeaways and How to ConnectHow to reach Eric:Website: https://www.toomanytrees.com/podcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nehrlich/Twitter: https://twitter.com/generalistSupport the showThanks for listening to the Revolutionary Man Podcast. If you would like to get more information about our programs use the links below to check us out. It could be the step that changes your life.

Hi, I'm Eric Karnezis. My life's been a pretty wild ride. I grew up on the streets after my parents, who were involved in drugs, ended up in prison. Those days were tough, but they taught me a lot about standing on my own two feet and bouncing back, no matter what life throws at you. I didn't have much growing up, but I had big dreams. And I worked hard. Really hard. Now, I've made it as an entrepreneur and done pretty well for myself. I'm talking millions. But even more remarkable is that I found peace along the way. I got into spirituality, and it's changed everything for me. I'm not just about making money. I believe in giving back. That's why I'm creating a difference in my community, helping out where possible. I've also written a book about my life. It's not just my story; it's a message of hope. I want to show people that no matter how hard things get, there's always a way to turn your life around. So, that's me. I've seen the worst and best of life and am here to share what I've learned. I am looking forward to meeting you and making a difference together. More of Eric: Website: erickarnezis.com Instagram: @eric_karnezis

In this episode Eric Negron shares his journey as an entrepreneur and advisor in the industry. He discusses how he structures his time and manages multiple businesses. Eric emphasizes the importance of mindset, character, and activity in achieving success. He recommends collaboration over competition and building a supportive board of mentors. Eric encourages listeners to ask for help and contribute value to others on their personal development journey. “Ask for help. There's always a book you could read. Somebody that you can talk to and in today's day and age, a YouTube video you could watch or podcast you could listen to. So please ask for help." - Eric Negron   This week on The Model FA Podcast: Entrepreneurship, ADHD, and mentorship in the advisor space. (0:10) Building a successful financial services business and managing multiple entities. (4:03) Time management and empowering team members. (9:13) Work-life balance and efficient email management. (15:52) Developing a financial advisor's mindset, heart set, and skill set. (23:50) Business success and mindset. (28:34) The benefits of collaboration over competition in the financial industry. (36:31) Building relationships, mentorship, and personal growth. (40:15)   Connect with Eric:   Website: https://forefrontan.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericjnegron/   About the Model FA Podcast   The Model FA podcast is a show for fiduciary financial advisors. In each episode, our host David DeCelle sits down with industry experts, strategic thinkers, and advisors to explore what it takes  to build a successful practice — and have an abundant life in the process. We believe in continuous learning, tactical advice, and strategies that work — no “gotchas” or BS. Join us to hear stories from successful financial advisors, get actionable ideas from experts, and re-discover your drive to build the practice of your dreams.    Did you like this conversation? Then leave us a rating and a review in whatever podcast player you use. We would love your feedback, and your ratings help us reach more advisors with ideas for growing their practices, attracting great clients, and achieving a better quality of life. While you are there, feel free to share your ideas about future podcast guests or topics you'd love to see covered.    Our Team: President of Model FA, David DeCelle   If you like this podcast, you will love our community! Join the Model FA Community on Facebook to connect with like-minded advisors and share the day-to-day challenges and wins of running a growing financial services firm.

Eric Roberge, CFP® is the founder of Beyond Your Hammock, a wealth management firm helping professionals in their 30s and 40s use money as a tool to design a life they love now and in the future. Eric has two decades of experience in the financial industry and founded BYH to help professional couples grow their wealth mindfully. His unique planning style provides his clients with custom strategies and an organized framework within which they make smart money decisions and build more wealth, and delivers financial advice in a way that honors their goals and values without interfering with their busy lives, thriving careers, and growing families. Eric has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Marketwatch, and Entrepreneur Magazine, and has been named to InvestmentNews' 40 Under 40 list as well as Investopedia's Top 100 Most Influential Advisors. He writes for Business Insider, Forbes, and Kiplinger, and hosts the podcast Beyond Finances.   More of Eric: Website: http://www.beyondyourhammock.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beyondyourhammock LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ericroberge 30-minute consult: http://www.meetme.so/EricRoberge        

Joining us today is Eric Lewis, founder and owner of Nashville Stays. With years of experience in the short-term rental industry under his belt, Eric has a fascinating story to share about building his business from the ground up through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions. He's here to provide valuable insights into scaling a property management company and navigating the competitive Nashville market. Learn about Eric's early days managing just a few properties part-time while working another job, and how he grew his portfolio over the years through networking and providing value to others. Eric also discusses his experience purchasing another company, nearly doubling his listings, and some of the legal considerations involved. Jason and Eric provide helpful tips for others looking to scale their business through similar means. Overall, this episode gives a fascinating look into Eric's entrepreneurial path in the short-term rental space and how he continues to innovate and grow Nashville Stays into a leading property management brand. Things we discussed in this episode: - Eric's background and journey starting in short-term rentals. - How Eric grew his business through organic growth and acquisition. - The process of Eric acquiring another company called Nashville Stays. - Legal considerations of purchasing an existing LLC and contracts. - Strategies for retaining existing clients after an acquisition. - Balancing a full-time job with growing a side business. - Eric's experience going fully self-employed. - Support and communication with Eric's partner during business decisions. - Focusing on processes, team-building, and growth for Nashville Stays. - Design considerations for short-term rental properties in Nashville. Get in touch with Eric: Website - https://nashvillestays.com/ Email - eric@nashvillestays.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nashvillestays/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-lewis-cpa-07638749/ Join Jason Muth of Straightforward Short-Term Rentals and Attorney / Broker Rory Gill of NextHome Titletown and UrbanVillage Legal in Boston, Massachusetts for another episode of The Real Estate Law Podcast! #realestatepodcast #nexthome #humansoverhouses #realestate #realestateinvesting #realestateinvestor #realestatelaw #realestateagent #RealEstateNegotiation #ShortTermRentals #AirbnbHost #PropertyManagement #Entrepreneurship #BusinessAcquisition #Nashville #RealEstateInvesting #SideHustletoBusiness #BusinessGrowth #ScalingOperations Follow us! Following and subscribing to The Real Estate Law Podcast not only ensures that you'll get instant updates whenever we release a new episode, but it also helps us reach more people who could benefit from the valuable content that we provide. The Real Estate Law Podcast on Instagram and YouTube NextHome Titletown Real Estate on Facebook and LinkedIn Straightforward Short-Term Rentals on Instagram Attorney Rory Gill on LinkedIn Jason Muth on LinkedIn Hospitality.FM The Real Estate Law Podcast is part of Hospitality.FM, a podcast network dedicated to bringing the best hospitality-focused podcasts to those in and around the industry, from Food + Beverage, Guest Experience, Diversity & Inclusion, Tech, Operations, Hotels, Vacation Rentals, Real Estate Law, and so much more!

Quick Take - (Full Episode - #79 - Link Below to Full Episode) We are talking cybersecurity today and learning about all of the ways that hackers are looking to infiltrate the secure files, emails, address books, and bank accounts for real estate brokerages and law firms. Meet Eric Shorr, founder of Secure Future Tech Solutions, a Rhode Island-based industry leader providing small-to-medium sized businesses IT support and cybersecurity services, and maintenance of computer networks, servers, workstations and applications. Eric launched the company in 1992 on the campus of the University of Rhode Island, and has been at it for over three decades now - probably longer than you've had an email address and even knew about the internet! Eric has built a team of business specialists that are ready to become the computer departments for SMBs. They listen to a company's organizational requirements, evaluate the existing systems configuration, implement the right hardware, software and cybersecurity solution, and maintain networks safely. The best way to protect your firm from hackers is to train your team and be aware of the everyday risks that we all face - everything from back-end network security to teaching agents and employees what not to click on within emails. Learn about some of the top threats and ways that you can protect your real estate brokerage or law firm. In this episode, we discussed: - What are some of the most common mistakes people make regarding cybersecurity? - Cybersecurity best practices for real estate agencies and law firms - Why real estate lawyers are a favorite target of hackers - The best types of cybersecurity training for businesses - What exactly are hackers looking for (hint: address books and passwords) - What are phishing emails and how do hackers steal information with them? - Why picking up the phone and getting verbal confirmation is important - The benefits of cyber-liability and cybersecurity insurance - Tips for employees who work from home and in non-traditional work settings - Is your phone's hotspot really safer than a shared wifi? - Why is multi-factor authentication safer than just a password? - When should remote workers be using Virtual Private Networks? :: Link to Full Episode - https://youtu.be/X2mxyCnd9lI Where you can find Eric: Website - https://www.securefuturetech.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/securefuturetech Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/pc-troubleshooters-inc./ Eric on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericmshorr/ Join Jason Muth from Straightforward Short-Term Rentals and Attorney / Broker Rory Gill of NextHome Titletown and UrbanVillage Legal in Boston, Massachusetts for another episode of The Real Estate Law Podcast! #realestatepodcast #nexthome #humansoverhouses #realestate #realestatelaw #realestateinvesting #realestateinvestor #realestateagent #cybersecurity #datasecurity #customerdata #networksecurity #workfromanywhere #hackers #phishingemails #cyberattack Follow us! Following and subscribing to The Real Estate Law Podcast not only ensures that you'll get instant updates whenever we release a new episode, but it also helps us reach more people who could benefit from the valuable content that we provide. The Real Estate Law Podcast on Instagram and YouTube NextHome Titletown Real Estate on Facebook and LinkedIn Straightforward Short-Term Rentals on Instagram Attorney Rory Gill on LinkedIn Jason Muth on LinkedIn Help us Spread the Word If you've found our podcast helpful, entertaining, or informative, please consider leaving us a rating and review. It only takes a minute and can make a huge difference in helping us reach more listeners.

Eric Simonson is the CEO of Abundo and in charge of driving our mission of providing high-quality, conflict-free financial planning to everyone. In addition to managing the team, he works with a small but amazing group of clients and helps them work towards their financial and travel goals. Eric is a passionate foodie and enjoys meditation. He is also an avid traveler and loves exploring new destinations. Eric is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. Eric Simonson joins us to share the story about starting his own firm, Abundo Wealth, after 12 years at another firm. He shares how in just 4 years, he grew his firm to over 650 clients through referrals and by providing affordable financial planning. Eric Discusses how he uses technology to scale while keeping costs low and providing a great client experience. Eric also shares how he helps clients maximize credit card rewards and travel benefits as part of their financial plans.  “We really doubled our focus to figure out okay, how can tech support the adviser relationship and help us scale help us keep our costs low, to allow the advisors to really shine” - Eric Simonson   This week on The Model FA Podcast: Starting a financial planning firm and scaling it quickly. Growing a financial planning business through client referrals and advisor partnerships. Marketing and referrals for a financial advisor. Financial planning subscription model and client retention. Client communication and value addition. Leveraging credit card points in financial planning. Leveraging technology and entrepreneurial spirit in financial planning. Client reviews, scaling, and focus with a financial planning firm. Career opportunities in wealth management.   Connect with Eric:   Website: https://www.abundowealth.com Email: Eric@abundowealth.com.com   About the Model FA Podcast   The Model FA podcast is a show for fiduciary financial advisors. In each episode, our host David DeCelle sits down with industry experts, strategic thinkers, and advisors to explore what it takes  to build a successful practice — and have an abundant life in the process. We believe in continuous learning, tactical advice, and strategies that work — no “gotchas” or BS. Join us to hear stories from successful financial advisors, get actionable ideas from experts, and re-discover your drive to build the practice of your dreams.    Did you like this conversation? Then leave us a rating and a review in whatever podcast player you use. We would love your feedback, and your ratings help us reach more advisors with ideas for growing their practices, attracting great clients, and achieving a better quality of life. While you are there, feel free to share your ideas about future podcast guests or topics you'd love to see covered.    Our Team: President of Model FA, David DeCelle   If you like this podcast, you will love our community! Join the Model FA Community on Facebook to connect with like-minded advisors and share the day-to-day challenges and wins of running a growing financial services firm.

Do you HAVE to work 16-hour days in order to achieve success?Meet Eric Ehrlich!Eric Nehrlich is an Executive Leadership Coach and former Chief of Staff at Google. He helps empower high performers to become better leaders. He also apportions part of his time to Pro Bono Coaching in order to help previously marginalized communities. Eric is a catalyst for personal growth who helps his clients find the path towards their dream selves. By integrating learnings from across his dozens of clients, he helps identify the pitfalls and opportunities on their path. Before becoming a coach, he advised the leaders of Google for over 10 years, including 6 years leading business strategy and operations for the search ads team as the Chief of Staff to the Product VP of AdWords. Before Google, he was an engineer and product manager at several technology startups.Eric is certified as a coach by the International Coach Federation, is a New Ventures West Integral Coach and also certified with the Leadership Circle Profile 360 assessment. Outside of coaching, he mostly spend his time dad-ding his 2 kids. He has always been passionate about connecting people and ideas.Eric recently published his bestseller, 'You Have A Choice' on how he redesigned his life to be more meaningful and impactful after burning out. This book will provide you with the tools you need to find a new path with purpose—one where you define what success means to you.On this episode, he shares his experiences as he went from being burned out and asking himself the necessary questions that led to a more fulfilling, successful life.Key Points- How he suffered Burnout- Are you questioning your Choices and Outlook?- What Belief Systems have you adopted?- What boxes are you keeping yourself in as a Leader?- What creates a High-performing Team- The Cost of not Communicating clearly- How to present to Non-Technical Audiences- What does Success mean to you?- The power of NO...and so much more!Connect with Eric:Website: https://www.toomanytrees.comWebsite: https://www.toomanytrees.com/bookLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nehrlich/Additional Resources:"You Have A Choice" by Eric Nehrlich on AmazonListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-have-a-choice-w-eric-nehrlich/id1614151066?i=1000638453276Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1zpkv2lMYwhj4IU2sFFFKAYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wG6GznJQ08

Today we have an in-person episode with someone I've been connected with for a while. A few months ago I had the opportunity to be on his podcast, and earlier this year we built his website for his coaching business.Be ready to learn and take notes in this episode. You will get a degree in business ownership today. I've learned so much from this guest, and I can't wait for you to do the same. Today's guest is Eric Rios. He is the Owner of Winning Life Group, where he is a Business & Relationship Coach for the Blue Collar Industry.Eric's Bio:Eric is not just a successful entrepreneur, but also a passionate and driven individual who has dedicated his life to helping others achieve their goals in business and life. He has written two books, “Built to Succeed” and “The Secret to Marriage,” sharing his expertise and insights on how to start and grow a successful service business and find  work-life balance. Eric's experience speaks for itself – he has successfully built three service companies, each reaching over 7 figures in less than four years, and has sold each of them for a profit. He's invested over $200,000 in his own personal and business development and holds certifications in Strategic Intervention Coaching, Mental Toughness Approval Addiction Coaching, and John Maxwell Leadership Coaching. Eric also dedicates his time mentoring young men and women, making him a well-rounded coach who truly wants to help others succeed.Connect with Eric:Website: https://www.winninglifegroup.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialericrios Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialericrios YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@officialericrios Text: 314-591-0479

Today on the podcast, Eric Swithin, the founder behind the Fatherless Epidemic documentary and the Alliance for Ending the Fatherless Epidemic, joins Blake and dives deep into his personal journey and the mission to address America's greatest epidemic. Motivated by his own childhood wounds from growing up fatherless, Eric discusses the profound impact and staggering statistics—18 million children in the US without a father figure, underlying reasons, and the societal repercussions. He emphasizes the benefits of the nuclear family and addresses emotionally absent fathers. Eric advocates for a return to God's design and the church's pivotal role in ending fatherlessness, pointing out societal hesitations, church dynamics, and the urgent need for action. Ultimately, Eric passionately underscores the need for collective action, urging churches to step up, take responsibility, and re-engage in a mission to heal broken families and communities affected by fatherlessness. In this episode, you'll be able to: Explore the origins and impacts of the fatherless epidemic in America, delving into its multifaceted causes and the staggering statistics surrounding father absence. Understand the role of the church in addressing this issue and how initiatives like the Alliance for Ending the Fatherless Epidemic are collaborating to offer solutions and support. Witness a passionate call to action, challenging individuals, churches, and communities to actively engage in creating change by embracing God-centered family values and taking practical steps to end the epidemic.   To connect with Eric: Website: fatherlessepidemic.org Instagram: @thefatherlessepidemic

What is cost segregation, and how can it help real estate investors maximize tax savings?   This episode digs into the powerful tax strategy of cost segregation. Eric Oliver from Cost Segregation Authority joins host Taylor Loht to explain what cost segregation is, how it works, and why every real estate investor should understand and utilize this tool.   They discuss the tax advantages of cost segregation for real estate investors. Eric provides an overview of cost segregation, explaining that it allows investors to accelerate depreciation deductions by segregating building costs into shorter asset lives. They discuss bonus depreciation, how it puts cost segregation “on steroids,” and how the percentage is reducing but still favorable for investors. Eric clarifies that cost segregation deductions are passive losses that typically can only offset passive income. Eric emphasizes the importance of working with a qualified tax strategist rather than just a preparer.   [00:01-4:30] Opening Segment Cost segregation accelerates depreciation by segregating assets into shorter tax lives Allows writing off deductions faster versus straight-line depreciation Identifies items like flooring and appliances that can depreciate faster   [4:31-9:00] The Power of Bonus Depreciation Bonus depreciation allows taking a larger deduction upfront Allows immediate 100% write-off on assets under 20 years life Phases down over the next few years but still beneficial   [9:01-15:30] Passive vs. Active Losses Cost segregation deductions are usually passive losses Can only offset passive income without special status Real estate professionals can deduct against active income   [15:31-23:00] Not All Studies Created Equal Online calculators don't follow IRS guidelines Conservative estimates leave tax savings on table Engineering-based studies with site visit better   [23:01-31:30] Tax Strategist vs. Preparer Tax preparers just file based on the given information Tax strategists proactively minimize your tax liability Meeting at least quarterly ensures maximizing deductions   Quotes: "Cost segregation really is just accelerated depreciation on your real estate assets." - Eric Oliver "Bonus depreciation puts cost segregation on steroids and creates a bigger deduction in the first year." - Eric Oliver   Connect with Eric: Website:  www.investwithtaylor.com   Track your wealth for free with Personal Capital, go to www.escapingwallstreet.com   Please leave a review and help others escape Wall Street and build wealth on Main Street!

How Can Dental Professionals Boost Their Practice Through Case Acceptance? Eric Vickery brings a Business Administration background and over a decade's experience in the dental industry. Having managed and coached dental practices, Eric's expertise in case acceptance, the DISC personality profile, and patient relationship management have been instrumental for numerous practices nationwide.