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Mindfulness is something we can all do to improve our personal and professional lives. If you're not sure where to start or think you might need a refresher, our guest on this show is the perfect person to set us all on the path of mindfulness -- or awarefulness, as she mentions. Centering, examining, being intentional, and grateful are just a handful of practices we can do. We named this one "Mindful Leadership," but it all applies to all of us, whether in leadership or not. "You know, as you're taking one actionable nugget from this podcast, maybe that's the one: I'm going to take mindful use of my technology and invite a mindfulness app on your phone... or if you have one and you haven't used it, maybe bring it back to life." The digital download Holly promised us -- "The Mindful Mini-Poster" with seven practices we can use to be a mindful leader in the events industry -- is HERE. Our guest Holly Duckworth, CMP, CAE, CWMF has been called the trailblazer of mindfulness for leaders.  Owner of Leadership Solutions International, for 20+ years she has worked to change how we think about the impacts of stress and meetings. As a certified workplace mindfulness facilitator, she leads the global mindfulness efforts for the meetings industry. She is founder of the American Mindfulness Association to advance mindfulness as a key strategic business practice. As author of 4 books at the intersection of leadership, sales, and mindfulness, she is a sought-after global keynote speaker. Look for Holly as a featured live mindfulness trainer on Insight Timer App, or as the host producer of the Everyday Mindfulness Show with more than 150 episodes. She has been recognized by Smart Meetings Magazine and BizBash for her innovative approach and commitment to the health and wellbeing of meetings for planners and participants. ~*~*~ The "Trade Show Talk" podcast is publishing two episodes per month, tackling the most important issues the meetings and events industry is facing. If you'd like to be a sponsor or a guest, or you have a topic to suggest, please let us know by emailing podcast@tsnn.com. And we'd love it if you'd SHARE, rate, and review episode 28, & the show!

Today, we have the pleasure of speaking to Holly Duckworth! Holly is a Mindfulness Specialist who has had a fantastic career in the meetings and events industry! She has spent the last decade working in the mindfulness space. Holly has written several books and recently formed the American Mindfulness Association. In this episode, Holly tells her story, talks about what she does, and shares some great tips for making mindfulness part of your business and everyday life. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Holly today and benefit from her excellent advice! Holly Duckworth's bio Holly Duckworth, CMP, CAE, CWMF, has been called the trailblazer of mindfulness for meetings. Owner of Leadership Solutions International for 20+ years she has worked to change how we think about the impacts of stress and meetings. As a certified workplace mindfulness facilitator, she leads the 2021 IMEX mindfulness efforts in Re-energize Reef. She is the founder of the American Mindfulness Association to advance mindfulness a key strategic business practice. As the author of 4 books at the intersection of leadership, sales, and mindfulness, Holly is a sought-after global keynote speaker. Look for Holly as a featured live mindfulness trainer on Insight Timer App, or as the host producer of the Everyday Mindfulness Show with more than 150 episodes, or as a co-facilitator of the monthly Chaos to Calm Challenge for mindful leaders. She has been recognized by Smart Meetings Magazine, BizBash for her innovative approach and commitment to the health and wellbeing of meetings for planners and participants.  Holly's journey Holly's journey in the meetings and events industry started when she worked as the Director of Corporate Communications for a baseball team in Oregon. Someone suggested that she should work for the Convention and Visitors Bureau in Portland, Oregon. She did so and loved the job! It allowed her to take her first leap into more formal meetings and conventions.  MPI While working as the Convention Services Manager for the Convention and Visitors Bureau, Holly linked up with Meeting Professionals International. Several years later, MPI recruited her to work for them.  Starting her own company Managing MPI's volunteer chapters in the Western US remotely eventually evolved into Holly starting her own company and writing books on association leadership and meetings.   Stepping away The stress and overwhelm of the meetings caused Holly to step away from the industry.  The American Mindfulness Association Holly got a degree in mindfulness. Then, she blended the meetings, associations, and mindfulness to found and create the American Mindfulness Association.  Leaving MPI Although she loved her work with MPI, Holly reached a point where she knew that her skills, talents, and services needed to be offered to organizations worldwide, so she left MPI and wrote her first book, Ctrl+Alt+Believe: Reboot Your Association for Success.  A trailblazer Holly was one of the early trailblazers in making mindfulness mean business. She educates people in applied mindfulness practices. Mindfulness versus meditation Mindfulness is being fully present and non-judgemental in the present moment. Meditation is one of many possible practices that you can use to become fully present in the moment. Infuse some mindfulness while washing your hands While washing your hands, take a moment to feel the water temperature and the soap on your hands. Take a breath, exhale, and feel your stress flowing down your whole body, and down the drain. Mindfulness in meetings Take a moment before stepping into a meeting to center and focus yourself, and visualize what you want to happen in the meeting. If you feel stressed in a meeting, use the affirmation “I am at peace”. Inhale and say to yourself, “I am”. Then, exhale and say “at peace”. You can also send an energetic message to anyone stressing you out to ease the tension. Being present Be present and in the moment before moving into an experience, like a sales meeting, a trade show, an event, or a conference. You can do it anywhere and anytime. IMEX IMEX has always been committed to wellness. Holly will be doing a mindfulness activity at the upcoming IMEX conference in Las Vegas. Seven Practices to Be a Mindful Meeting Professional Holly created a tool to help people become more grounded and calmer while at work, a sales meeting, an incentive trip, or even a trade show. She calls it Seven Practices to Be a Mindful Meeting Professional. You can download it here. Setting an intention You should set an intention to put your energy in motion for each day. It can be just one word, like joy, happiness, or calm. Repeat the word as you move into the day. It is a great practice to share with your team at a sales meeting. Mindfulness practices You can practice mindful movement by being fully present while walking or riding a bicycle. Be present in the moment while eating a meal. Take a moment and fully experience all the food on your plate. You can also encourage everyone at the table to express something for which they are grateful. Tips for being mindful at trade shows Permit yourself to be authentic. Allow yourself to be fully present with whoever is in front of you. Take a break if you feel you need some time out. Use this time to grow closer to others in your vulnerability, and notice those who are calm and present despite everything going on. Permit yourself to say no to things you do not want to do and say yes to your mental wellbeing.   Relaxation Reef Holly will be offering mindfulness meditations and training sessions at Relaxation Reef at the IMEX conference in Las Vegas in November. Holly's books Holly co-authored the book Sell More, Stress Less: 52 Tips to Become A Mindful Sales Professional. It has a mindfulness tip for each week of the year. Another of Holly's books is a daily wellness check-in reader called Everyday Mindfulness: From Chaos to Calm in a Crazy World. It has a daily reminder to set an intention, a daily inspirational quote, and an inspiring story for each day.  Connect with Eric On LinkedIn On Facebook On Instagram On Website Connect with Holly Duckworth On LinkedIn On her Website Email Holly: holly@hollyduckworth.com Holly's podcast Everyday Mindfulness Show Download Holly's “Seven Practices to be a Mindful Meeting Professional” here.      

Episode HighlightsCareer growth via connecting with othersWhat is mindfulnessPracticing mindfulnessHow to be present in the momentBeing in the doingRecognizing awareness moments and digesting its joyChaos to calm communityAligning your ears with your heartRecalibrating from unexpected external eventsSales industry and mindfulnessHow to be a mindful sales professionalMindfulness before, during and after the saleCompassion and gratitude importanceRedesigning new acrimony for COVID (Continuous Open Victory Investment Decided)Replacing negative words with positive affirmations (For example, I Am Tired with I Am Terrific) and its affect in mindfulness towards calm.Holly Duckworth, CAE, CMP, LSP is a trailblazing keynote speaker and applied mindful leadership advisor. As a contributor to the New York Times, Producer/Host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show, and columnist to countless industry publications she works with stressed-out leaders to create, peace, presence, and profits. Holly’s career began in the world of non-profits and volunteer leadership teaching thousands of association staff and volunteers how to “reboot” for success. Today she takes the best of her strategic vision expertise, blends it with mindful leadership practices, and her event background to curate experiential events that change hearts, minds, and companies.Our world has become mindless. Thru mindfulness training, Holly works with you to know what mindfulness is, what it is not. Then apply your mindfulness techniques to produce more productive and profitable organizations.Holly’s was named Meetings Today 2018 Trend Setter for her applied mindfulness work and 2016 Smart Meetings Woman of the Year. Her podcast the Everyday Mindfulness Show and book were named top resources for mindful leadership in 2018. Holly’s current book Mindful Leadership: The Stress-Free Guide to leadership is a best seller and her award-winning book Ctrl+Alt+Believe: Reboot Your Association For Success has won two national awards. Holly believes mindfulness builds leaders and organizations that work for everyone.For more on her thought leadership visit her website at hollyduckworth.com or her linked in profile at www.linkedin.com/in/hduckworthVISIT WWW.CONNECTWITHROMINA.COM TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SHOW AND ROMINA 

Get to know these successful thought leaders and find out how they present themselves and their crafts as experts in their fields. Dolores Hirschmann is the founder and Chief Clarity Officer at Masters in Clarity. She is also a communications and business strategist, TEDx organizer, speaker and author. She works with service entrepreneurs who are struggling to articulate their messages and to communicate in a clear and succinct manner. She helps her clients clarify their messages in order to attract potential clients and help to address their needs or problems. If you’re a service provider and you can’t fully articulate what you do or you’re struggling to clarify your message, you should consider reaching out to Dolores Hirschmann by visiting her website at https://mastersinclarity.com or https://www.linkedin.com/in/DHirschmann. Carolina Billings is the founder of Powerful Women Today. She helps women with business and personal branding, strategic change and wealth creation to promote growth and to accelerate the achievement of goals. If you or somebody you know need to be more powerful in terms of how you unleash yourself to the world, then it’s absolutely worthwhile and makes sense to talk to Carolina Billings at PowerfulWomenToday.com. Holly Duckworth is the CEO of Leadership Solutions International and the founder of the C-Suite Network Mindful Leadership Council which is the premiere community for mindfulness and leadership connections. She is also a producer and host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show and has provided training programs on applied mindful leadership around the world. If you are a CEO who is trying to navigate the rapid pace of change in the business environment, you should consider reaching out to Holly Duckworth by visiting her website https://leadershipsolutionsintl.com and going to https://www.linkedin.com/in/hduckworth/. Global Credibility Expert, Mitchell Levy is a TEDx speaker and international bestselling author of over 60 books. As The AHA Guy at AHAthat (https://ahathat.com), he helps to extract the genius from your head in a two-three hour interview so that his team can ghostwrite your book, publish it, distribute it, and make you an Amazon bestselling author in four months or less. He is an accomplished Entrepreneur who has created twenty businesses in Silicon Valley including four publishing companies that have published over 800 books. He’s provided strategic consulting to over one hundred companies, and has been chairman of the board of a NASDAQ-listed company. Mitchell has been happily married for thirty years and regularly spends four weeks in Europe with family and friends. Visit https://mitchelllevy.com/mitchelllevypresents/ for an archive of all the podcast episodes.   Connect to Mitchell Levy on: Credibility Nation YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3kGA1LI Credibility Nation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/credibilitynation/ Mitchell Levy Present AHA Moments: https://mitchelllevy.com/mitchelllevypresents/ Thought Leader Life: https://thoughtleaderlife.com Twitter: @Credtabulous Instagram: @credibilitynation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Holly Duckworth, CAE, CMP, LSP is a trailblazing keynote speaker and applied mindful leadership advisor. As a contributor to the New York Times, Producer/Host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show, and columnist to countless industry publications she works with stressed-out leaders to create, peace, presence, and profits. Holly’s career began in the world of non-profits and volunteer leadership teaching thousands of association staff and volunteers how to “reboot” for success. Today she takes the best of her strategic vision expertise, blends it with mindful leadership practices and her event background to curate experiential events that change hearts, minds and companies.

Holly Duckworth, CAE, CMP, LSP is a trailblazing keynote speaker and applied mindful leadership advisor. As a contributor to the New York Times, Producer/Host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show, and columnist to countless industry publications she works with stressed-out leaders to create, peace, presence, and profits. Holly's career began in the world of non-profits and volunteer leadership teaching thousands of association staff and volunteers how to “reboot” for success. Today she takes the best of her strategic vision expertise, blends it with mindful leadership practices and her event background to curate experiential events that change hearts, minds and companies. Our world has become mind less. Thru mindfulness training Holly works with you to know what mindfulness is, what it is not. Then apply your mindfulness techniques to produce more productive and profitable organizations. Holly's was named Meetings Today 2018 Trend Setter for her applied mindfulness work and 2016 Smart Meetings Woman of the Year. Holly's current book Mindful Leadership: The Stress-Free Guide to leadership is a best seller and her award-winning book Ctrl+Alt+Believe: Reboot Your Association For Success has won two national awards. Holly believes mindfulness builds leaders and organizations that work for everyone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Holly Duckworth shows us how to create mindfulness so that we may lead a more fulfilling life without fear, doubt, and overwhelm. Holly discusses how to live with intention in the moment so that we may act more consciously throughout our day and become more productive and accomplish more.Here other great topics covered on this podcast:·         Mindfulness as awarefulness and being present in the moment with non-judgment·         How to get started·         Being present without labeling the moment good or bad·         Applied mindfulness·         Centering yourself·         Business applications·         Intention setting·         Mindfulness as a morning ritual·         Feeling free to changeHolly Duckworth, CAE, CMP, LSP is a trailblazing keynote speaker and applied mindful leadership advisor. As a contributor to the New York Times, Producer/Host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show, and columnist to countless industry publications she works with stressed-out leaders to create, peace, presence, and profits. Holly's career began in the world of non-profits and volunteer leadership teaching thousands of association staff and volunteers how to “reboot” for success. Today she takes the best of her strategic vision expertise, blends it with mindful leadership practices and her event background to curate experiential events that change hearts, minds and companies. Holly is also the author of Everyday Mindfulness: From Chaos to Calm in a Crazy World.Visit Holly's website at https://leadershipsolutionsintl.comConnect with Holly Duckworth at https://mindfulsalestraining.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Holly Duckworth, CAE, CMP, LSP is a trailblazing keynote speaker and applied mindful leadership advisor. As a contributor to the New York Times, Producer/Host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show, and columnist to countless industry publications she works with stressed-out leaders to create, peace, presence, and profits. Holly's career began in the world of non-profits and volunteer leadership teaching thousands of association staff and volunteers how to “reboot” for success. Today she takes the best of her strategic vision expertise, blends it with mindful leadership practices and her event background to curate experiential events that change hearts, minds and companies. Our world has become mind less. Thru mindfulness training Holly works with you to know what mindfulness is, what it is not. Then apply your mindfulness techniques to produce more productive and profitable organizations.

Holly Duckworth, CAE, CMP, LSP is a trailblazing keynote speaker and applied mindful leadership advisor. As a contributor to the New York Times, Producer/Host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show, and columnist to countless industry publications she works with stressed-out leaders to create, peace, presence, and profits. Holly’s career began in the world of non-profits and volunteer leadership teaching thousands of association staff and volunteers how to “reboot” for success. Today she takes the best of her strategic vision expertise, blends it with mindful leadership practices and her event background to curate experiential events that change hearts, minds and companies. Our world has become mind less. Thru mindfulness training Holly works with you to know what mindfulness is, what it is not. Then apply your mindfulness techniques to produce more productive and profitable organizations. Holly’s was named Meetings Today 2018 Trend Setter for her applied mindfulness work and 2016 Smart Meetings Woman of the Year. Holly’s current book Mindful Leadership: The Stress-Free Guide to leadership is a best seller and her award-winning book Ctrl+Alt+Believe: Reboot Your Association For Success has won two national awards. Holly believes mindfulness builds leaders and organizations that work for everyone. Show Notes: Website, Blog, Resources

Holly Duckworth, CAE, CMP, LSP is a trailblazing keynote speaker and applied mindful leadership advisor. She is a contributor to The New York Times, producer and host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show, and columnist to countless industry publications. In this episode Holly shares how she works with stressed-out leaders to create peace, presence, and profits. She tells us about the little things that can help your system such as giving yourself permission to let go of the stress, to experience joy and gratitude. Listen in and learn how Holly helps people find balance in their work - life. Find more about Holly on; https://hollyduckworth.com https://www.facebook.com/hollyduckworthleadership https://www.linkedin.com/in/hduckworth/

This is the ABQ Business Podcast with your host Jason Rigby. Each week we interview leading business leaders to inspire the vision and the spirit that is in every entrepreneur. We discuss strengths, weakness, strategies, systems and the problems we can all solve together to fulfill a shared vision of a new future for Small Business.   About Holly Duckworth:   Are you stressed out? How do you establish mindful practices as a leader? My guest this week Holly Duckworth shares what is needed more in our lives, That is #1 being present as we lead our employees with heart and mind.    Holly Duckworth, CAE, CMP, LSP is a trailblazing keynote speaker and applied mindful leadership advisor. As a contributor to the New York Times, Producer/Host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show, and columnist to countless industry publications she works with stressed-out leaders to create peace, presence, and profits.   Holly’s career began in the world of nonprofits and volunteer leadership teaching thousands of association staff and volunteers how to “reboot” for success. Today she takes the best of her strategic vision expertise, blends it with mindful leadership practices and her event background to curate experiential events that change hearts, minds and companies. Our world has become mindless. Through mindfulness training Holly works with you to know what mindfulness is, what it is not. Then apply your mindfulness techniques to produce more productive and profitable organizations.   Holly was named Meetings Today 2018 Trend Setter for her applied mindfulness work and 2016 Smart Meetings Woman of the Year. Holly’s current book Mindful Leadership: The Stress-Free Guide to leadership is a best seller and her award-winning book Ctrl+Alt+Believe: Reboot Your Association For Success has won two national awards. Holly believes mindfulness builds leaders and organizations that work for everyone.   Holly's Online Presence:    Her two books Everyday Mindfulness can buy on amazon here, and Sell More, Stress Less can get here    Website: https://hollyduckworth.com/   Please go to www.abqpodcast.com where you can get show notes, resources ,and links to everything we talked about today to help you navigate your journey as an entrepreneur and business owner in ABQ. Follow me on instagram at @abqjasonrigby or sign up for my email list here where I drop marketing secrets to help your ABQ Business!

Mindfulness is the quality of attention. Holly hosts a special episode as she interviews Rob Beemer about The Mindfulness Movement documentary now available for rental or purchase. Rob is an Emmy-nominated and award-winning television and film documentary producer, director and writer. He has been making documentaries for more than 25 years, including several feature length documentaries and more than 200 hours of network and cable TV programming in a variety of documentary and reality genres. He is the CEO of Interesting Stuff Entertainment On May 22, 2020, join Holly along with Eric Szymanski of Leadership Solutions International for a special VIP screening with a Q&A session with Rob and some of the participants from the movie. Click here to rent the movie and register for the VIP screening. Rob shares much of his experience with mindfulness, meditation and how the movie came to be. His best advice is “Our minds are going to wander – be gentle with yourself as you navigate building your own practice.” And, watch the movie! The VIP session is brought to you by the C-Suite Network Mindful Leadership Council. Remember, Mindfulness Matters and so do YOU. Find more resources at The Everyday Mindfulness Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Kirsten speaks with internationally renowned mindfulness expert, Holly Duckworth.  She has won multiple awards and has written several books on mindful leadership. Holly is the host of The Everyday Mindfulness Show podcast (https://www.everydaymindfulnessshow.com).  In this episode, you can find her discussing a myriad of topics including her 7 Aspects of Mindfulness.   You can … Continued

Holly Duckworth, From Chaos to Calm. CEO and Author Holly Duckworth Teaches Us to be Mindful in a COVID-19 World BizSoup Podcast Radio Episode 031 with John DeBevoise Holly Duckworth, CAE, CMP, LSP is a trailblazing keynote speaker and applied mindful leadership advisor. As a contributor to the New York Times, Producer/Host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show, and columnist to countless industry publications she works with stressed-out leaders to create, peace, presence, and profits. Holly’s career began in the world of non-profits and volunteer leadership teaching thousands of association staff and volunteers how to “reboot” for success. Today she takes the best of her strategic vision expertise, blends it with mindful leadership practices and her event background to curate experiential events that change hearts, minds and companies. Our world has become mind less. Thru mindfulness training Holly works with you to know what mindfulness is, what it is not. Then apply your mindfulness techniques to produce more productive and profitable organizations. Holly’s was named Meetings Today 2018 Trend Setter for her applied mindfulness work and 2016 Smart Meetings Woman of the Year. Holly’s current book Mindful Leadership: The Stress-Free Guide to leadership is a best seller and her award-winning book Ctrl+Alt+Believe: Reboot Your Association For Success has won two national awards. Holly believes mindfulness builds leaders and organizations that work for everyone.   Listen to this information-packed BizSoup Podcast Radio episode with Holly Duckworth about being mindful during the COVID-19 pandemic.  ●     How you should set an intention for each day. ●     Why you should be present in the moment to find peace and joy in the doing. ●     How what you visualize you actualize. ●     Why finding an emotional connection with business clients is vital. Connect with Holly Duckworth Website hollyduckworth.com Facebook facebook.com/hollyduckworthleadership Twitter @hduckworth Instagram @hollyduckworth

Holly Duckworth is a trailblazing keynote speaker, applied mindful leadership advisor and a Stress Reduction Specialist. She is the Founder of the C-Suite Network Mindful Leadership Council. Holly is also a New York Times contributor, and Producer/Host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show. In this episode, she shares how she teaches leaders how to bridge the personal practice of mindfulness into the profitable business culture.    "Take that extra moment to breathe, to relax, to center, to focus, and maybe listen a little bit, not only to our own intuition but the intuition and the data of our teams to create those focus results that are going to get this economy spinning forward in the right and perfect time. ” – Holly Duckworth   Why you have to check out today’s podcast: Discover how to shift the culture of a company from a traditional to a self-aware and mindful one  Learn how to become a mindful leader that has resilience, reliance on gut instinct, authenticity, and confidence Find-out how visioning, meditation, affirmations, and other “self-help” modalities help overcome leadership stress   Learn More about the 3X Value Growth™ Model Go to www.3xvaluegrowth.com/model     Episode Takeaway: What's one other practice you could do beyond breathing and gratitude to overcome leadership stress?   "It is that practice of centering. Take a moment every day and remember your center. That very first day you took this job, you started your career, that passion, that excitement, and continue to grow that practice because that will keep you in the present moment with passion--that will create profits, peace, and presence for your company." – Holly Duckworth:   Resources|Links  As Holly's gift to 3X Value Growth Listeners, get mindful mini-poster you can use at home and at work to remind you how to be mindful in every moment. Get them here:https://hollyduckworth.com/mindful-mini-posters   Connect with Holly Duckworth:  Email: holly@hollyduckworth.com Website: https://hollyduckworth.com LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/hduckworth/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/hollyduckworthleadership  Twitter: https://twitter.com/hduckworth?lang=en

Holly Duckworth, CAE, CMP, LSP is a New York Times Contributor, host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show & trailblazing keynote speaker and stress-reduction coach. She works with stressed-out people to find work/life integration. Our world has become mindless. Through applied mindfulness practices, Holly works with leaders to release beliefs that no longer serve and create lives they love. After a session with Holly, you will accept beliefs, thoughts, and actions that make you and your company the highest and best it can be. For more information visit:http://www.leadershipsolutionsintl.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/hduckworth/https://www.facebook.com/hollyduckworthleadership/https://www.linkedin.com/in/hduckworth/https://twitter.com/hduckworth

Dive into this conversation with Holly Duckworth, host of The Everyday Mindfulness Show on mindfulness and respect.   * You are invited to join our community and conversations about each episode on FaceBook at https://www.facebook.com/MutuallyAmazingPodcast and join us on Twitter @CenterRespect or visit our website at http://www.MutuallyAmazingPodcast.com**   Holly’s BIO: Holly Duckworth, CAE, CMP, LSP is a trailblazing keynote speaker and applied mindful leadership advisor. As a contributor to the New York Times, Producer/Host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show, and columnist to countless industry publications she works with stressed-out leaders to create, peace, presence, and profits. Holly’s career began in the world of non-profits and volunteer leadership teaching thousands of association staff and volunteers how to “reboot” for success. Today she takes the best of her strategic vision expertise, blends it with mindful leadership practices and her event background to curate experiential events that change hearts, minds and companies.   Our world has become mindless. Through mindfulness training Holly works with you to know what mindfulness is, what it is not. Then apply your mindfulness techniques to produce more productive and profitable organizations.   Holly was named Meetings Today 2018 Trend Setter for her applied mindfulness work and 2016 Smart Meetings Woman of the Year. Holly’s current book Mindful Leadership: The Stress-Free Guide to leadership is a best seller and her award-winning book Ctrl+Alt+Believe: Reboot Your Association For Success has won two national awards. Holly believes mindfulness builds leaders and organizations that work for everyone.    Links to Holly: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hduckworth/ https://www.facebook.com/hollyduckworthleadership/   Books Holly Recommends: Everyday Mindfulness From Chaos To Calm In A Crazy World (Released Nov 2018) Mindful Leadership The A to Z Guide For Stress Free Leadership (Released April 2018) Search Inside Yourself   Coming in September 2019 Everyday Mindfulness For Couples: How To Thrive Each Day Together       YOUR HOST: Mike Domitrz is the founder of The Center for Respect where he helps educational institutions, the US Military and businesses of all sizes create a culture of respect throughout their organizations. From addressing consent to helping corporations build a workplace free from fear (reducing sexual harassment and helping employees thrive by treating them with respect every day), Domitrz engages audiences by sharing skill sets they can implement into their lives immediately. As an author, trainer, keynote speaker and coach, Mike Domitrz loves working with leaders at all levels. Learn more at http://www.CenterForRespect.com

Today’s guest unleashes human potential through mindfulness techniques. Known as the C-Suite Network Advisor on Mindfulness in the Workplace, she helps stressed-out leaders find and sustain greater focus, clarity, and inner peace, resulting in a more grounded and powerful presence and enhanced profits. She began her career in the world of nonprofits and volunteer leadership, teaching thousands of association staff and volunteers how to reboot for success. Today, she takes the best of her strategic vision expertise, blends it with mindful leadership practices and her event background to curate experiential events that change hearts, minds, and companies. She is the author of several books, her latest “Everyday Mindfulness: From Chaos to Calm in a Crazy World” was an Amazon top new release in 2018. She has received numerous awards and is the producer and host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show. Please join me in welcoming Holly Duckworth. Would you leave an honest rating and review on Apple Podcast? Or Stitcher? They are extremely helpful and I read each and every one of them. Thanks for the inspiration! In this episode we discuss: her thoughts on leadership: “Leadership is the combination of skills, characteristics, and abilities that fit into the idea of the position. It’s important to understand that everyone is a leader because everything we do begins with leading ourselves first.” how leadership came naturally to her but how she didn’t consider herself a leader until other people pointed it out to her. her journey from being a meteorology major to mindfulness coaching. how she works for organizations to help them develop a practice around being present in the moment and mindful. the seven components to being a mindful leader and how to implement them. the specific mantra that she says every day to help manifest her desires into her life. Links Holly Duckworth on LinkedIn and Twitter. www.hollyduckworth.com Download Holly’s free poster teaching the 7 Practices to Be a Mindful Leader. Books mentioned in this episode: “Everyday Mindfulness: From Chaos to Calm in A Crazy World” by Holly Duckworth “Mindful Leadership: The A to Z Guide For Stress-Free Leadership” by Holly Duckworth “Ctrl + Alt + Believe: Reboot Your Association For Success” by Holly Duckworth Other Resources: Learn more about Jon Kabat-Zinn. Listen to my interview with Chandler Bolt. Learn more about MIC: Meetings Industry Council of Colorado. About Robbie: Robbie Samuels is a keynote speaker and relationship-based business strategist who has been recognized as a “networking expert” by both Inc. and Lifehacker. He is the author of the best-selling business book Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences and has been profiled in the Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Fast Company. He writes for Harvard Business Review Ascend. His clients include associations and corporations including Marriott, AmeriCorps, Hostelling International, and General Assembly. He has been featured in several books including Stand Out: How to Find Your Breakthrough Idea and Build a Following Around It by Dorie Clark and The Connector’s Advantage: 7 Mindsets to Grow Your Influence and Impact by Michelle Tillis Lederman. He has guest lectured at many leading educational institutions including Harvard University, Brown University, Cornell University, Brandeis University, and Northeastern University. Robbie is the host of On the Schmooze podcast which features his networking strategies and talented professionals sharing untold stories of leadership and networking. Keynote Speaker Interested in booking Robbie to speak? At www.robbiesamuels.com/speaking you'll find video clips and a description of his signature session, Art of the Schmooze. Relationship-Based Business Strategist Are you ready to create a Relationship-Based Business Plan that will help you ...

Today's guest unleashes human potential through mindfulness techniques. Known as the C-Suite Network Advisor on Mindfulness in the Workplace, she helps stressed-out leaders find and sustain greater focus, clarity, and inner peace, resulting in a more grounded and powerful presence and enhanced profits. She began her career in the world of nonprofits and volunteer leadership, teaching thousands of association staff and volunteers how to reboot for success. Today, she takes the best of her strategic vision expertise, blends it with mindful leadership practices and her event background to curate experiential events that change hearts, minds, and companies. She is the author of several books, her latest “Everyday Mindfulness: From Chaos to Calm in a Crazy Work” was an Amazon top new release in 2018. She has received numerous awards and is the producer and host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show. Please join me in welcoming Holly Duckworth.   In this episode we discuss: her thoughts on leadership: “Leadership is the combination of skills, characteristics, and abilities that fit into the idea of the position. It's important to understand that everyone is a leader because everything we do begins with leading ourselves first.” how leadership came naturally to her but how she didn't consider herself a leader until other people pointed it out to her. her journey from being a meteorology major to mindfulness coaching. how she works for organizations to help them develop a practice around being present in the moment and mindful. the seven components to being a mindful leader and how to implement them. the specific mantra that she says every day to help manifest her desires into her life.  Listen, subscribe and read show notes at www.OnTheSchmooze.com - episode 142

Aaron and Angela welcome Holly Duckworth, CAE, CMP, LSP author of Everyday Mindfulness: From Chaos To Calm In A Crazy World and host of the podcast "Everyday Mindfulness Show" to discuss how we can apply mindfulness in the workplace and our home life. She offers some great tips and tricks to help change our mindset and sometimes habitual response to the "stress" and mind-less-ness of our "busy" lives. Connect with Holly at www.hollyduckworth.com and join our HBA Facebook Community to recieve a sample of her book Everyday Mindfulness.

On Ep 84 of the Everyday Mindfulness Show we talk with singer song writer, speaker and minister Michael Gott, and learn what types of music inspires him, how making music is a divine connection to grace. Hear stories of how and where his music most moves him from audience members memories. You never know how music will touch you.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is there a place for mindfulness in the workplace and if so, how does it become part of the culture and not just a passing fad? How do solopreneurs, business owners and companies stay mindful of themselves and their work? Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes Rick Clemons and Barry Moniak to explore the deep and reflective questions leaders and individuals can ask to challenge themselves to think beyond what is in front of them   Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways:  [1:48] How can individual values and boundaries be more prominent in the workplace? [11:10] Bringing mindfulness into the workplace every day. [15:32] Can entrepreneurs bring mindfulness into their workplace? [28:22] Key steps to bring into the workplace to increase mindfulness.   Mentioned in This Episode:  The E-Myth Revisited, by Michael Gerber   Rick Clemons is the Author of Frankly My Dear I’m Gay, Host of The Coming Out Lounge podcast, certified life coach, TEDx Speaker, world record holder, and a guy who’s helped 1000s of people in over 50 countries across the globe come out of the closets of their lives to escape their bullshit, explore their fears, and elevate their f*cking self-expression.   RickClemons.com   Facebook.com/RickClemonsOfficial   Twitter.com/RickClemons   Barry Moniak brings insightful experience and profound discovery to his entertaining, interactive presentations. He inspires audiences to embrace a “befriend fear” mindset to build focused, energized, synergistic winning teams. Known affectionately as the “CEO Whisperer,” Barry gets leaders to not see people as they think they are, but rather as they truly are. He identifies operational strengths and weaknesses and creates a “befriend fear” modus operandi. This is the foundation for an extraordinary, winning, synergistic culture.   Endinmind.com   Facebook.com/endinmind   Twitter.com/BarryMoniak   The Sponsors of This Week’s Episode:  The “Can I Kiss You?” Book & Instructor’s Guide. Zen Parenting Radio — A podcast to help you feel outstanding. Join Cathy, Todd and Mike Domitrz and other amazing experts at the Zen Parenting Conference — Be a Force for Good in Chicago on March 2nd and 3rd.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do we give of ourselves to help others? How do we move past roadblocks and setbacks to keep our passion projects alive? How do we replenish ourselves while dedicating our lives to serving others? In this special one-on-one interview, host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes his life-long friend Jamie Schumacher to discuss how her faith and determination helped start and fund the Haiti Center for Inclusive Education. Jamie shares how her faith and God’s love helped her to start the school for developmentally challenged children of Haiti and how she stays mindful during her journey. What an inspiration!   Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:55] Jamie’s childhood memories of Haiti prompted her to return many years later. [4:34] In Haiti, Jamie and her friend Gertrude opened a school for developmentally challenged children. [13:56] Dealing with roadblocks and setbacks in a partnership. [26:21] How Jamie replenishes herself while serving others. [32:58] Resources for how to donate to the project. [36:08] Focus on the things you can control.   Mentioned in This Episode: To support Gertrude's Orphanage go to: https://gertrudesorphanage.weebly.com/contact-us.html or email Jaime at jamieschumacher34@gmail.com   Haiti Center for Inclusive Education   Harvest International   To Kill a Mockingbird, by Harper Lee     Jamie Schumacher has 26 years of experience in education at the middle and high school levels, working as a high school English teacher, middle school counselor, and middle school language arts/social studies teacher. Originally from Wisconsin, she lived and worked in Illinois since graduating from Illinois State University. In May, 2016, she moved to Port-au-Prince, Haiti, where she is opening a school for special-needs children.   In her spare time, she loves to read, exercise, swim (especially in the ocean), put together jigsaw puzzles, take her dog for walks, and play basketball.   GetrudesOrphanage.com   Facebook.com/Getrudes-Orphanage   The Sponsors of This Week’s Episode: The “Can I Kiss You?” Book & Instructor’s Guide.   Zen Parenting Radio — A podcast to help you feel outstanding. Join Cathy, Todd and Mike Domitrz and other amazing experts at the Zen Parenting Conference — Be a Force for Good in Chicago on March 2nd and 3rd.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In what way does our ‘armor’ protect us and in what way does our armor keep us from growing? Do we wear certain armor because society expects it of us? Have we built up our armor so well that it has become a strength? Host, Mike Domitrz welcomes CAST members Alan Anderson and Darren Tipton to explore the various ways our armour show up. The answers might surprise you.   This conversation was inspired by the phrase “People make the armor from their smartness, or their anger, or their quiet, or their fear, or their being busy, or their being nice. Some people make it from a big show, always talking. Some make it by being very important.” — From Breakfast with Buddha, by Roland Merullo.   Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:50] Mike reads a quote from Breakfast with Buddha and asks Alan about the armor we wear. [6:24] How do we mindfully address all the different armor we wear? [14:24] Who helps us protect and reinforce our armor? [22:54] Resources for discovering our armors.   Mentioned in This Episode: Landmark Worldwide   The Masks We Wear and How to Live Without Them, by Marla Sloane   Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ, by Daniel Goleman               Alan Anderson is a long-time mindfulness practitioner and teaches to a wide range of students from children to adult; from a Harley-Davidson cohort to a tent full of 200 Buddhists. He is the founder Windhorse Retreat Center, Arts & Mindfulness for Academic Progress, and teaches through Arts@Large, Growing Minds, and Shambhala International. Prior to this, he was a professional jazz musician for 20 years and toured and recorded with Paul Cebar, playing your basic New Orleans musical gumbo.   WisdomSplinter.com   Facebook.com/WisdomSplinter   Twitter.com/WisdomSplinter     Volunteerism and service transform communities and bring purpose to life! For twenty years, Darren Tipton has been challenging people to volunteer. He is the inspiration of the volunteer mobilization resource: “Kathatika” — a call to volunteer action bringing awareness of the infinite impact of volunteer service, and the co-author of the community-based engagement curriculum of Story to Service. He’s the founder of Project Humanity, a nonprofit focused on empowering women in Africa.   ProjectHumanity.com   Facebook.com/ProjectHumanity   Twitter.com/PjctHumanity     The Sponsors of This Week’s Episode: The “Can I Kiss You?” Book & Instructor’s Guide.   Zen Parenting Radio — A podcast to help you feel outstanding. Join Cathy, Todd and Mike Domitrz and other amazing experts at the Zen Parenting Conference — Be a Force for Good in Chicago on March 2nd and 3rd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it possible to place our bodies into alignment and balance? Do we hold the power to heal ourselves? In this unique conversation, Host, Mike Domitrz welcomes Dr. Eric Pearl to discuss his Reconnective Healing therapy. Dr. Pearl describes the connection between Reconnective Healing and quantum physics, his first encounter with his healing ability, and how he shares his gift with others. A must listen show!   Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:20] Reconnective Healing is based in quantum physics and affects the energy of the body. [7:05] Facilitating self-healing through self-awareness. [13:10] Is there a connection between Reconnective Healing and mindfulness? [15:12] Dr. Pearl recounts his first reconnective encounter and subsequent patient transformations. [26:46] Resources to find out more about Reconnective Healing.   Mentioned in This Episode: The Reconnection: Heal Others, Heal Yourself, by Dr. Eric Pearl   Solomon Speaks on Reconnecting Your Life, by Dr. Eric Pearl   The O.N.E. Experience   Dr. Eric Pearl ran a chiropractic practice in Los Angeles before discovering Reconnective Healing. One day, his patients began to report healings when he simply held his hands near them, without him physically touching them. So, he went in search of the universal wisdom behind what was happening. Unlike today’s known forms of Energy Healing, this work can be practiced without complex technique or elaborate ritual.   Through Dr. Pearl’s journey of research and discovery, it became clear that the appropriate name for this work is “Reconnective Healing.” Now recognized and supported by science, Reconnective Healing facilitates healings for people that are often instantaneous and can last a lifetime. Feeling compelled to teach others, Eric’s work has taken him to over 100 countries and has affected millions of people. Eric’s hope is that one day everyone will learn to access this natural ability and will use it to heal themselves and others.   Dr. Eric Pearl has been featured in top media including The Dr. Oz Show, The New York Times and CNN. His internationally bestselling book, The Reconnection: Heal Others, Heal Yourself, now in over 39 languages, and has been endorsed by such notables as Deepak Chopra,MD.   TheReconnection.com   Facebook.com/Dr.EricPearlTheReconnection   Twitter.com/TheReconnection     The Sponsors of This Week’s Episode: The “Can I Kiss You?” Book & Instructor’s Guide.   Zen Parenting Radio — A podcast to help you feel outstanding. Join Cathy, Todd and Mike Domitrz and other amazing experts at the Zen Parenting Conference — Be a Force for Good in Chicago on March 2nd and 3rd. Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show   listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it mean to be a consciously mindful parent? How can parents evolve and grow during the lifetime journey that is parenting? Is there a one-size-fits-all style of parenting that will work wonders to make perfectly-well adjusted kids? Zen Parenting Radio’s Cathy and Todd Adams join Host, Mike Domitrz to discuss their mindful approach to parenting and the challenges they face as parents.   Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways:  [1:58] Why Todd and Cathy are consciously mindful parents. [5:43] The challenges of knowing what kind of parent you want to be. [12:11] As parents, you cannot fully understand what your child’s experiences are. [19:06] Growing and evolving as a parent. [29:00] Practices Todd and Cathy employ on their journey of mindful parenting.   Mentioned in This Episode:  Soul to Soul Parenting: A Guide to Raising a Spiritually Conscious Family, by Annie Burnside Cathy Cassani Adams, LCSW, CPC is a self-awareness expert focused on parenting and the personal empowerment of women and young girls. She’s a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Parent Coach, Certified Elementary School Teacher, Certified Yoga Teacher, and she’s a professor in the Sociology Department at Dominican University. Her most recent book, Living What You Want Your Kids to Learn: The Power of Self-Aware Parenting won a Nautilus Award, National Indie Excellence Award, and an International Book Award.   For six years she and her husband have hosted Zen Parenting Radio, a top-ten kids and family podcast on iTunes. Cathy created/facilitated a self-awareness program for preadolescent girls called Be U, and she was a Child and Family Therapist/Clinical Educator at Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. She is mom to three girls, ages 13, 12, and 9. Todd Adams is a coach and advocate for men supporting healthy masculinity, conscious relationships, and prosperous careers. For six years he’s co-hosted Zen Parenting Radio and he co-founded The Tribe Men’s Group. Todd is a staff member of The Mankind Project, a staff member for the New Warrior Training Adventure. He’s a Certified Life Coach through the Tony Robbins Life Coaching Program, and a certified instructor for the Institute of Heartmath.     Zen Parenting Radio   Facebook.com/zenparenting   Twitter.com/zenparenting     The Sponsors of This Week’s Episode:  The “Can I Kiss You?" Book & Instructor’s Guide.   Zen Parenting Radio — A podcast to help you feel outstanding. Join Cathy, Todd and Mike Domitrz and other amazing experts at the Zen Parenting Conference-Be a Force for Good in Chicago on March 2nd and 3rd.   Tweetables:  Parents don’t beat yourself up! You did the best you could with the resources you had at the time. @mindfulnessshow   You have to be nimble and agile when you are a parent. @zenparenting   We are all for our children succeeding but if it comes at the expense of relationship that's when it gets tricky. @zenparenting   Contact Us:The Everyday Mindfulness Show   listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When trying to do more than one thing at a time, are you multitasking or multi-failing? The brain likes harmony. It can truly only focus on one thing at a time. When we are bombarded with distractions and interruptions, our brains shrink and our memories flatten. How? Host, Mike Domitrz welcomes Scott Halford for a scientific and mindful discussion about why it’s important to be intentional, to be present, and to reset your mind three times a day.   Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways:  [2:20] What mindfulness mean to Scott. [3:37] Scott helps people who beat up their brains. [7:24] Reset your Cortisol to find true mindfulness. [17:34] The Ellen Langer experiment. [21:41] Clear out your prefrontal cortex. [25:19] Be intentional and do the heavy lifting in the morning. [28:46] Books Scott finds transformational.   Mentioned in This Episode:  Counterclockwise: Mindful Health and the Power of Possibility, by Ellen Langer   Activate Your Brain: How Understanding Your Brain Can Improve Your Work — and Your Life, by Scott Halford   Rewire Your Brain: Think Your Way to a Better Life, by John B. Arden   Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking, by Susan Cain   Scott Halford is a writer and long-time educator of businesspeople worldwide. He focuses on brain-based behavioral science, emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and influence. In 2014, Scott was inducted into the National Speakers Speaker Hall of Fame. He has been the Brainy Business columnist for Entrepreneur.com, and blogs for Huffington Post. Scott is the author of Activate Your Brain (2015), a Wall Street Journal best-selling book, and Be a Shortcut – The Secret Fast-track to Business Success.   CompleteIntelligence.com   Scott Halford on Twitter   Scott Halford on Facebook   The Sponsor of This Week’s Episode:  The “Can I Kiss You?" Book & Instructor’s Guide   Tweetables:  “When you are not intentional you lose the focus and the presence of the person you are with.” @mindfulnessshow   “The brain needs a neurochemical bath in order for its architecture to grow.” @ScottHalford   “My goal is to have people spend more money on their brains than they do their car.” @ScottHalford   Contact Us:The Everyday Mindfulness Show   listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com   Everyday Mindfulness Show on Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever reached the point of not being able to keep your feelings in any longer? Did you fear you would be judged if you were to speak up? How to do honor who you are, be authentic with your voice and yet respect those who have a different opinion? Host, Mike Domitrz welcomes CAST members Barry Moniak, Darren Tipton, and Berni Xiong to discuss the important differences between speaking out and speaking up, how we can say our truths without negative energy and the benefits of being consistent.   The quote that inspired this conversation is: “Bravery, the courage to be — to live in the world without any deception and with tremendous kindness and caring for others. Bravery begins to heighten your existence.” from Shambhala: The Sacred Path of the Warrior, by Chögyam Trungpa.   Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways:   [1:08] Mike reads the quote and asks ‘how do we speak out against harm without doing harm?’ [6:03] Bernie encourages her community to speak up. [9:33] The fear of being the first to speak up. [14:09] How do we say what needs to be said with tremendous kindness and caring for others? [25:55] Books the CAST recommends for giving us bravery through love and kindness.   Mentioned in This Episode:   The Way of the Peaceful Warrior, by Dan Millman   The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom (A Toltec Wisdom Book), 
by Don Miguel Ruiz   Kindness Finds Her Voice, by Cristina Kim   Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide, 
by Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn         Barry Moniak brings insightful experience and profound discovery to his entertaining interactive presentations. He inspires audiences to embrace a “befriend fear” mindset to build focused, energized, synergistic winning teams. Known affectionately as the “CEO Whisperer,” Barry gets leaders to not see people as they think they are, but rather as they truly are. He identifies operational strengths and weaknesses and creates a “befriend fear” modus operandi. This is the foundation for an extraordinary, winning, synergistic culture.   Endinmind.com   Facebook.com/endinmind   Twitter.com/BarryMoniak         Volunteerism and service transform communities and bring purpose to life! For twenty years, Darren Tipton has been challenging people to volunteer. He is the inspiration of the volunteer mobilization resource: “Kathatika” — a call to volunteer action bringing awareness of the infinite impact of volunteer service, and the co-author of the community-based engagement curriculum of Story to Service. He’s the founder of Project Humanity, a nonprofit focused on empowering women in Africa.   ProjectHumanity.com   Facebook.com/ProjectHumanity   Twitter.com/PjctHumanity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

117 Exploring Professional and Personal Values with Mike Domitrz URL:  http://www.julieannsullivan.com/mike-domitrz/ Summary When was the last time that you acted on an ah-ha moment in your life? Today’s guest did so in 1989, after he became the brother of a rape survivor. He knew he needed to change the culture of consent and respect within communities and the world. I’m speaking with Mike Domitrz as he dives into why it is important to place these values on consent. He believes in respect in both your personal and professional life. Mike comments on values and understanding your abilities, “if you’re not working on something that is your unique ability, is it really worth your while?” Mike Domitrz with the Date Safe Project, has been educating and inspiring individuals for over a decade using humor and emotion to discuss consent and why “asking first” will make a difference. Mike is one of the leading experts for transforming our sexual culture to make sure that consent and respect are at the forefront.   More information about Mike Domitrz: Mike has written a book called “Can I Kiss You?” and is the founder and Executive Director of the Date Safe Project. This project provides a better understanding to audiences around the world regarding consent. Mike is also the host of the podcast, The Everyday Mindfulness Show. The show engages audiences in thought-provoking conversations which will bring value to all aspects of your life.   You’ll discover: The benefits of understanding what you’re here to do. That delegation is key when you understand your abilities and team member’s abilities. That “letting go of control” may be the best option for your company and personal success. Why it is necessary to have patience when growth and changes are abounding in your business. How to reduce stress and improve your professional values by focusing on one goal at a time. Knowing your skill-set is your most important asset.   Interview Links & Other Resources DateSafeProject.org Follow Date Safe on Twitter Follow Everyday Mindfulness on Twitter Date Safe on Facebook Check out the Everyday Mindfulness Podcast Connect with Mike Domitrz on LinkedIn Mere Mortals Unite on C-Suite RadioiTunes – Subscribe, Rate and Review

How teachable are you? Are you able to surrender and to fail in order to gain a different perspective? Chad Hymas is a unique individual who learned to laugh at his mistakes and who turned his experience of paralysis into an opportunity of potential. Chad’s remarkable insights make him one of the most sought-after speakers in the world. Through speaking, Chad (a close friend of host, Mike Domitrz) guides audiences through the process of discovering what they are truly capable of, and how success can be found in making others successful. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:13] A drastic event in Chad’s life changed his belief system. [5:57] Differences can open up doors to friendship. [12:01] To reach a place of potential a person must be teachable. [20:31] Chad reminds himself of what he is grateful for every single day. [24:22] Resources Chad uses for inspiration.   Mentioned in This Episode: Doing What Must Be Done, by Chad Hymas Turn the Ship Around! A True Story of Turning Followers into Leaders, by L. David Marquet The Impossible Just Takes a Little Longer: Living with Purpose and Passion, by Art Berg Aspire: Discovering Your Purpose Through the Power of Words, by Kevin Hall   The Wall Street Journal calls Chad Hymas “one of the 10 most inspirational people in the world!” Chad inspires, motivates, and moves audiences, creating an experience that touches hearts for a lifetime. He is one of the youngest ever to receive the Council Of Peers Award For Excellence (CPAE) and to be inducted into the prestigious National Speaker Hall Of Fame. In 2001, at the age of 27, Chad’s life changed in an instant when a 2,000-pound bale of hay shattered his neck leaving him a quadriplegic. But Chad’s dreams were not paralyzed that day — he became an example of what is possible. ChadHymas.com Twitter.com/chadlhymas Facebook.com/chadlhymas   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Everyday Mindfulness Show on Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Writing is an author’s special gift they share with the world. But does a story manifest itself, guiding an author through the process, or does an author write what is in their mind? Host, Mike Domitrz welcomes CAST members Alan Anderson, Lisa Baker King, Alexandra Folz, and Berni Xiong to discuss the origin of their creative process, and to share from which tools and resources they glean inspiration. This conversation was inspired by this quote from The Great Work of Your Life, by Stephen Cope: “Well, the book has a spine. A dharma. But you don’t know what it’s dharma is until you begin to write it. Forget about all the things you said to yourself about your book at the beginning of the project, or what you told your editor or what you wrote in your brilliant book proposal. Know the book has its own dharma which will slowly reveal itself to you. And then you have a choice. You can choose the books dharma.” Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.  Mentioned in This Episode: The Great Work of Your Life: A Guide for the Journey to Your True Calling, by Stephen Cope Take the Stairs: 7 Steps to Achieving True Success, by Rory Vaden 750 Words Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear, by Elizabeth Gilbert “Your Elusive Creative Genius,” TED Talk by Elizabeth Gilbert Kolbe Kate Atkinson On Writing, by Stephen King   Alan Anderson is a long-time mindfulness practitioner, and teaches to a wide range of students from children to adult; from Harley-Davidson cohort to a tent full of 200 Buddhists. He is the founder Windhorse Retreat Center, Arts & Mindfulness for Academic Progress, and teaches through Arts@Large, Growing Minds, and Shambhala International. Prior to this, he was a professional jazz musician for 20 years, and toured and recorded with Paul Cebar, playing your basic New Orleans musical gumbo. WisdomSplinter.com Facebook.com/WisdomSplinter Twitter.com/WisdomSplinter   Lisa Baker-King is on a mission to connect families, celebrate children, and change companies. As the owner of L B K Kreatives, and a celebrated author, Lisa is joined by a team of ghost marketers whose primary aim is to help small businesses fantastically flourish. As ghost marketers, they are guided by the fundamental belief that business should serve our lives and our lives should not serve our businesses. Lisa celebrates mindfulness by honoring her health and fitness, and operating by standards set by her faith, which says to love above all else. YourGhostMarketer.com Facebook.com/YourGhostMarketer/ Twitter.com/URGhostMarker   Alexandra Folz is an advanced practice nurse, author, and intuitive, and has worked in the healing profession for over twenty years. Along with being the member liaison and a team leader for Building Connected Communities, she currently serves the holistic health of others through intuitive readings and counseling. Alexandra has been using her clairaudient, clairvoyant, and empathic abilities for intuitive guidance for over a decade, and she is passionate about expanding her awareness and assisting others in doing the same. Alexandra is certified in Healing Touch and Reiki, and facilitates meditative journeys at Firefly Energy Center in Gig Harbor, WA. She is a hospice volunteer and her adoration for the art of caring and healing is at the heart of all her service. AlexandraFolz.com Facebook.com/TheHeirloom Twitter.com/AlexandraFolz   Berni Xiong is The Shin Kicking Life Spark. She owns and runs Brave Bear Media, an intuitive coaching and consulting boutique helping impact-driven individuals speak up, stand out, and change the world. She is a contributing author of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Time to Thrive, and contributing writer at The Huffington Post. When she’s not kicking shins, she is hanging out at her Reiki studio in the Twin Cities. Bernixiong.com Facebook.com/BraveBearMedia/ Twitter.com/bernixiong   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Everyday Mindfulness Show on Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When was the last time you made a change in how you communicate? How mindful are you of the many forms of communication you engage in? Nothing gets accomplished without the ability to influence others to act on what you have to say. In this episode, Host, Mike Domitrz welcomes author and consultant, Stacey Hanke, to discuss what is required to become truly influential. Stacey defines influence and shares three key actions we all can take to have more influence, to be trustworthy, and to make an impact in other people’s lives. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:24] Stacey shares her mission to truly make a difference in someone’s life. [4:58] Are you seizing every opportunity to influence other human beings? [8:39] Consistency equals authenticity. [13:08] Taking care of our whole selves allows us to better serve other people. [17:26] Are the people in your life getting the best of you? [18:43] Being mindful of all types of communications. [24:35] Three keys to have more influence, to be trustworthy, and to make an impact.   Mentioned in This Episode: Influence Redefined: Be the Leader You Were Meant to Be, Monday to Monday®, by Stacey Hanke   Stacey Hanke is author of the book, Influence Redefined… Be the Leader You Were Meant to Be, Monday to Monday®. Stacey is founder of Stacey Hanke Inc. She has trained and presented to thousands, to rid leaders of bad body language habits, and to choose words wisely. Her client list includes Coca-Cola, FedEx, Kohl’s, FedEx, Nationwide, US Cellular, and General Mills. She has also been the Emcee for Tedx. She has inspired thousands on media outlets including; The New York Times, SmartMoney and Business Week. StaceyHankeInc.com Facebook.com/StaceyHankeInc Twitter.com/StaceyHankeInc   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Everyday Mindfulness Show on Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you put yourself in the right mindset to get your special gift out into the world? Do you embrace your quest without judgment to explore the possibilities, or do you resist and wait for desperation to motivate you? Host, Mike Domitrz welcomes CAST members Todd Adams, Rick Clemons, and Jen Rulon, to discuss what it takes for people to get ready to take action, and tools that can inspire them to take the leap. The quote that inspired this conversation is “Many people die with their music still in them. Why is this so? Too often it is because they are always getting ready to live. Before they know it, time runs out.” — Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:04] Mike reads the quote and asks Todd how he sees it show up in life. [6:08] Remove fear by not overthinking the outcome of a venture. [10:23] What does it mean to be ready? [12:40] Sometimes it’s safer to talk about doing something than taking the action. [19:29] Collaboration and the accountability partner. [26:09] Books and resources to help others share their music with the world.   Mentioned in This Episode: “Wishes Fulfilled,” by Dr. Wayne Dyer Tools of Titans, by Tim Ferriss You Can Heal Your Life, by Louise Hay The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho TED Talk: “Start with Why,” by Simon Sinek Gary Vaynerchuk Youtube Channel 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership, by Jim Dethmer, Diana Chapman & Kaley Warner Klemp Les Brown on Youtube Jim Dethmer on Youtube   Todd Adams is a coach and advocate for men supporting healthy masculinity, conscious relationships, and prosperous careers. For six years he’s co-hosted Zen Parenting Radio, and he co-founded The Tribe Men’s Group. Todd is a staff member of The Mankind Project, a staff member for the New Warrior Training Adventure. He’s a Certified Life Coach through the Tony Robbins Life Coaching Program, and a certified instructor for the Institute of Heartmath. Toddadamscoaching.com Facebook.com/ZenParenting Twitter.com/zenparenting   Rick Clemons is the Author of Frankly My Dear I’m Gay, Host of The Coming Out Lounge podcast, certified life coach, TEDx Speaker, world record holder, and a guy who’s helped 1000’s of people in over 50 countries across the globe come out of the closets of their lives to escape their bullshit, explore their fears, and elevate their f*cking self-expression. Rickclemons.com Facebook.com/rickclemonsofficial Twitter.com/RickClemons   As a health and fitness expert, Jennifer “Jen” Rulon has inspired, coached, and motivated many athletes to complete from their first sprint triathlon to numerous Ironman Triathlons. Jen guides her athletes to learn about themselves BEYOND the physical aspects of doing a triathlon. She is there to educate, motivate, and empower. Jen is an 11x Ironman Triathlete, and has learned “How to Coach Triathletes to Cross the Finish Line with a Smile!” Jen received her Master’s Degree in Kinesiology and started her own coaching business. JenRulon.com Facebook.com/JenRulon Twitter.com/CoachJenRulon   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Everyday Mindfulness Show on Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Domitrz (@MindfulnessShow on Twitter) returns to talk with host Craig Price about his latest foray into podcasting: The Everyday Mindfulness Show.  Mike has been on a bunch of podcasts, including several times on this very podcast!  The two talk about what mindfulness is, how it can vary from person to person, starting a podcast and managing energy when recording multiple episodes in one sitting! What is the Everyday Mindfulness Show? Dive into fun, thought-provoking, and engaging conversations on everyday mindfulness – from meditation to spirituality to personal passions to success and failure to relationships and much more. Your host, Mike Domitrz, will feature special guests and the show's unique cast of over 70 individuals. You can subscribe to the show by going to https://www.everydaymindfulnessshow.com/

What comes to your mind when you hear the word ‘warrior’? What characteristics do you imagine a warrior embodies? Do you envision a buddhist monk, a samurai or something completely different? Do you view the term 'warrior' as an ego filled, muscled 'fixer' or a gentle savior? In this week’s episode, Host, Mike Domitrz welcomes CAST members Rick Clemons, Barry Moniak, and Darren Tipton to gain clarity on the multiple dimensions of being a warrior in today’s world.  The quote that inspired this conversation is “To be a warrior is to learn to be genuine in every moment of your life. Realize that you do not possess basic goodness but that you are the basic goodness itself. Train yourself to be a warrior is learning to rest in basic goodness to rest in a complete state of simplicity. In the Buddhist tradition, that state of being is called egolessness.” — from the book by Chögyam Trungpa, Shambhala: The Sacred Path of the Warrior. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:29] Mike reads a quote from Shambhala: The Sacred Path of the Warrior and asks CAST members their thoughts about being a warrior. [7:42] How to learn the path of the warrior. [10:45] Loving and nurturing our egos for what they were meant to be. [14:47] Are we basic goodness or do we all have a balance of good and bad? [22:45] Are people stepping into warrior by being strong in their beliefs? [28:22] Ways the CAST members have found to help them live as warriors.   Mentioned in This Episode: Shambhala: The Sacred Path of the Warrior, by Chögyam Trungpa Landmark Education Program Real Time with Bill Maher   Rick Clemons is the Author of Frankly My Dear I’m Gay, Host of The Coming Out Lounge podcast, certified life coach, TEDx Speaker, world record holder, and a guy who’s helped 1000’s of people in over 50 countries across the globe come out of the closets of their lives to escape their bullshit, explore their fears, and elevate their f*cking self-expression. Rickclemons.com Facebook.com/rickclemonsofficial Twitter.com/RickClemons   Barry Moniak brings insightful experience and profound discovery to his entertaining, interactive presentations. He inspires audiences to embrace a “befriend fear” mindset to build focused, energized, synergistic winning teams. Known affectionately as the “CEO Whisperer,” Barry gets leaders to not see people as they think they are, but rather as they truly are. He identifies operational strengths and weaknesses and creates a “befriend fear” modus operandi. This is the foundation for an extraordinary, winning, synergistic culture. Endinmind.com Facebook.com/endinmind Twitter.com/BarryMoniak   Volunteerism and service transform communities and bring purpose to life! For twenty years, Darren Tipton has been challenging people to volunteer. He is the inspiration of the volunteer mobilization resource: “Kathatika” — a call to volunteer action bringing awareness of the infinite impact of volunteer service, and the co-author of the community-based engagement curriculum of Story to Service. He’s the founder of Project Humanity, a nonprofit focused on empowering women in Africa. ProjectHumanity.com Facebook.com/ProjectHumanity Twitter.com/PjctHumanity     Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Everyday Mindfulness Show on Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do you need to know for your highest good? Ali Folz, intuitive reader, CAST member and special guests encourages you to ask that simple question of yourself as you embark on your soul's evolution. Is there something, a pattern, that is blocking your from reaching your intentions? Host Mike Domitz and Ali Folz dive into how we all can grow in awareness and become attuned to our own inner wisdom.  Ali shares her incredible experiences of real client transformations, as well as why she felt it necessary to share her wisdom with children by way of her book, The Heirloom. Listen in as she shares her incredible journey as a sensitive child to an author and empath who is on a mission to serve others.  Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:25] Ali’s life story includes channeling her empathy. [2:59] An intuitive reading is a record of the soul’s insights. [7:02] Incredible transformations are within the client’s power. [17:53] Clients can make decisions about who they are, based on their past gifts. [21:55] The Heirloom is Alexandra’s book to give kids the tools to honor the gifts they have.   Mentioned in This Episode: The Mastery of Love, by Don Miguel Ruiz The Heirloom, by Alexandra Folz   Alexandra Folz is an advanced practice nurse, author, and intuitive, and has worked in the healing profession for over twenty years. Along with being the member liaison and a team leader for Building Connected Communities, she currently serves the holistic health of others through intuitive readings and counseling. Alexandra has been using her clairaudient, clairvoyant, and empathic abilities for intuitive guidance for over a decade, and she is passionate about expanding her awareness and assisting others in doing the same. Alexandra is certified in Healing Touch and Reiki, and facilitates meditative journeys at Firefly Energy Center in Gig Harbor, WA. She is a hospice volunteer and her adoration for the art of caring and healing is at the heart of all her service. AlexandraFolz.com Twitter.com/AlexandraFolz Facebook.com/TheHeirloom   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Everyday Mindfulness Show on Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you ever find yourself eating as if you were on auto-pilot? Are you often riddled with guilt and shame after eating something that was supposed to give you pleasure? During this episode, host Mike Domitrz welcomes CAST member Laurie Guest and special guests Angela Gaffney and Michelle May to discuss the idea of mindful eating, and how making conscious, mindful choices can help us properly fuel our big, vibrant lives. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:22] Laurie describes how mindful eating has impacted her life. [3:19] Angela & Michelle define what mindful eating means to them. [5:45] Why do humans struggle with the idea of food and how we view it? [10:53] Resources for people who have a hard time navigating mindful eating on their own. [14:21] Mindfully asking yourself, “What does this food provide or do for me?” [20:48] An often missed fundamental principle is understanding if your body actually needs fuel. [24:28] The two biggest mistakes people make and the two biggest steps they can take.   Mentioned in This Episode: Angela Gaffney Feel Good, Look Good for Life, by Angela Gaffney Eat What You Love and Love What You Eat, by Michelle May Am I Hungry?   Angela Gaffney is the catalyst for healthy transformation! After overcoming a disease she was told would take her life, Angela guides busy professionals to achieve health, increase productivity, and live stress-free while excelling in their career. Angela’s keynotes and workshops challenge attendees to think differently about their health, and ignite life-long transformation. She is a regular contributor to the Huffington Post and author of Feel Good, Look Good, For Life. AngelaGaffney.com Twitter.com/AngelaEmpowers Facebook.com/AngelaGaffneyWellnessExpert   If you look up fun in the dictionary, you won’t see a picture of Laurie. That would be weird. But if you ask any one of the thousands of people who have been in her audiences, they will use the word “fun,” to describe both her style and their experience. Laurie is a certified speaking professional, a designation held by less than 12% of speakers worldwide. She is a published author with her book Wrapped in Stillness: A Personal Retreat Guide. LaurieGuest.com Twitter.com/LaurieGuest Facebook.com/Laurie.Guest   Michelle May, M.D., CSP is a recovered yo-yo dieter and the founder of Am I Hungry? Mindful Eating Programs and Training (www.AmIHungry.com). Over 600 health and wellness professionals have been trained to facilitate Am I Hungry? programs worldwide. Dr. May is the award-winning author of the book series, Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat, that teaches mindful eating for yo-yo dieting, diabetes, bariatric surgery, binge eating, and for students and athletes. AmIHungry.com Twitter.com/EatWhatYouLove Facebook.com/AmIHungry   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Everyday Mindfulness Show on Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can we innovate the human experience? Toni Newman joins Host Mike Domitrz to discuss how we can bring innovation into our lives so that we may complete our missions, and how to be mindful when our minds are full. Toni Newman is an innovator who dares people to be different. She shares questions we should be asking ourselves when we are stuck in the norm, to get us thinking differently and how we can use innovation to craft the life we were meant to live. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:08] How innovation became Toni's mission in life. [6:11] Working for Club Med gave Toni a unique ability to make something out of nothing. [10:51] Mindfulness plays a huge role in innovation. [15:55] Tools and skills to get you thinking differently. [24:41] Books which encourage mindfulness and innovation.   Mentioned in This Episode: The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho Purple Cow: Transform Your Business by Being Remarkable, by Seth Godin   Toni Newman is a five-time award-winning business owner, Hall of Fame speaker and the founder of The Innovation Advantage an agency that works with organizations worldwide to develop innovative business strategies that not only differentiate those organizations from their competition but that also significantly increase the number of customers they do business with. Entertaining and knowledgeable, authentic and relevant, Toni brings a powerful mix of proven strategies, extraordinary creativity and real world business insight to her clients. ToniNewman.com Facebook.com/AttractKeepandEngage Twiiter.com/Toni_Newman   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Everyday Mindfulness Show on Facebook   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do you do when you are feeling insecure, what "armor" do you display? Some people retreat, some begin talking a lot to fill the quiet, others create stories in their minds or try to look important. Often times we put on a combination of "armors" depending on the situation. Is it a defense mechanism? Get real, get vulnerable with Host Mike Domitrz and CAST members Barry Moniak and Sammy Rangel as they explore their own insecurities and in the process ask the question, "Why do I put on armor?" and "what can I learn by facing my fears?" If you find yourself putting on the armor of insecurity, join us and listen in.  Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:10] Mike reads the quote from Breakfast with Buddha and CAST members share their experiences. [8:31] Asking yourself “Why am I feeling insecure?” can lead to discovery. [12:36] When a person feels safe they don’t need armor to protect their ‘safe sacred space.’ [19:30] What does it mean to suffer well in a worst case scenario?   Mentioned in This Episode: Breakfast with Buddha, by Roland Merullo   Barry brings insightful experience and profound discovery to his entertaining, interactive presentations. He inspires audiences to embrace a “befriend fear” mindset to build focused, energized, synergistic winning teams. Known affectionately as the “CEO Whisperer,” Barry gets leaders to not see people as they think they are, but rather as they truly are. He identifies operational strengths and weaknesses, and creates a “befriend fear” modus operandi. This is the foundation for an extraordinary, winning, synergistic culture. Endinmind.com Facebook.com/endinmind Twitter.com/BarryMoniak   Sammy Rangel is a TEDx Speaker, author, and most importantly, a father. With a Masters’ in Social Work, he consults with social service providers, schools, and law enforcement agencies on reducing violent extremism. He is the founder of Formers Anonymous, a program for men and women looking to exit a lifestyle of crime and violence. https://twitter.com/sammyrangel  (@sammyrangel) http://www.againstviolentextremism.org https://www.facebook.com/FormersAnonymous/   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Everyday Mindfulness Show on Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever made a judgment or an assumption about someone, and then beat yourself up about it because you held onto a belief that judging and assuming is wrong? Have you found yourself making up "stories" about people and situations that begin to frame your thoughts and your judgements? Judgments and assumptions are human processes with the purpose of making us feel safe and prepared. It is absurd to assume we are always correct about the stories we create. What if we gave ourselves a break and left room for edits in the story we wrote? How would that begin to build a truer story and a more human connection with others? How would our lives change if we recognized our judgments, and then left room for edits?  In this special one-on-one interview, Mike speaks with keynote speaker and author of Good Enough Now, Jessica Pettitt, about how our actions can be mindful, if even messy, and how curiosity and generosity can edit the stories we make, making mindfulness part of the story we create.    Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:17] Jessica shares her opinion about “mindfulness” and the concept of Good Enough Now. [6:18] Mike gets a lesson in mindfulness. [13:13] Recognizing our judgments and leaving room for edits. [19:30] How does mindfulness fit into our exclusions?   Mentioned in This Episode: Good Enough Now, by Jessica Pettitt Mrs. Pollifax, Series by Dorothy Gilman   Jessica Pettitt, M.Ed., CSP, pulls together her stand up comedy years with 15+ years of diversity training in a wide range of organizations, to serve groups to move from abstract fears to actionable habits that lead to teams that want to work together. With a sense of belonging and understanding, colleagues take more risks with their ideation, conserve precious resources through collaboration, and maintain real connections with clients over time. GoodEnoughNow.com Facebook.com/JessicaPettitt Twitter.com/@JessPettitt   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Ohhh look-bright shiny object!" "Squirrel!!!" Do you find yourself chasing shinny objects, chasing "squirrels?" Is it possible to “Clear out the chaos and make room for life”? "Busy" has become a badge of honor for some and filling every moment of a day is a common practice for many. We make lofty goals and long lists we believe will add order to our lives, but often we experience disappointment when we don’t check off all the tasks. How difficult is it to truly let things go? Host, Mike Domitrz and CAST members Robert Bradford, Yvette Currie, and Jen Rulon dive into this messy-cluttered topic. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:04] Mike reads a quote from If The Buddha Got Stuck, by Charlotte Kasl. [5:21] What triggers can be identified and used to keep us from cluttering our lives? [8:23] An inability to check off your entire to-do list can lead to disappointment. [14:13] When setting objectives, it is the truth that will set you free. [19:11] Quarterly objectives keeps your focus on the tactical, not strategic, aspects of your goals. [21:43] Visualization can help to declutter your life.   Mentioned in This Episode: If The Buddha Got Stuck, by Charlotte Kasl   Robert Bradford left Wall Street in 1987 to help build a one-person consulting business into a multimillion-dollar nationwide organization. Robert is the author of the simplified strategic planning manual, the best-selling Simplified Strategic Planning: a No-Nonsense Guide for Busy People Who Want Results Fast, as well as three other books. A master trainer, Robert has spent the last fourteen years converting management theory into real-life applications. Most clients engage Robert again and again, to learn from his ever-growing experience in strategy that works today. CSSP.com Facebook.com/SimplifiedStrategicPlanning Twitter.com/RobertBradford   Yvette Currie is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, starting her private practice, CounselingSanDiego.org, in 2011, after a 3 year stint in Yokosuka Japan, where her therapy dog, “Bear,” was a smash. She then teamed up with the Department of Defense in 2014, touring as a Deployed Resiliency Counselor, assisting sailors with locating their robust resilient resources, while deployed, throughout the world. Currently volunteering with Alliance for Hope International (Camp Hope), Yvette also mentors youth affected by DV. CounselingSanDiego.org Facebook.com/CounselingSanDiego.org Twitter.com/YvetteCurrie   As a health and fitness expert, Jennifer “Jen” Rulon has inspired, coached, and motivated many athletes to complete their first sprint triathlon, to numerous Ironman Triathlons. Jen guides her athletes to learn about themselves BEYOND the physical aspects of doing a triathlon. She is there to educate, motivate, and empower. Jen is an 11x Ironman Triathlete, and has learned “How to Coach Triathletes to Cross the Finish Line with a Smile”! Jen received her Master’s Degree in Kinesiology and started her own coaching business, JenRulon.com. You will see some of her knowledge shared in Triathlete Magazine, Runners World, Men's Journal Online, WebMD, and The New York Times. JenRulon.com Facebook.com/CoachJenRulonMS Twitter.com/CoachJenRulon   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How mindful and aware are we of our relationships with others? What about in our relationship with ourselves? In this episode, globally recognized Dr. Alexandra Solomon joins host, Mike Domitrz, to discuss the brave, mindful process of digging and being with emotion and awareness without knowing the outcome, by way of the lessons included in her book, Loving Bravely. Mike and Dr. Solomon also explore the journey of discovery, the beauty and importance of self-appreciation, the stigma of therapy, and setting solid boundaries. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [2:15] Loving Bravely is a deep dive journey into dealing with the complexity of love. [4:24] Tools to help us access our compassion. [9:59] Loving Bravely opens up additional pathways to healing with the help of a therapist. [16:21] All the people we are connected to are our teachers. [27:26] How to get a copy of Loving Bravely.   Mentioned in This Episode: Loving Bravely, by Dr. Alexandra Solomon Family Institute Man’s Search for Meaning, by Viktor Frankl Emotion Focused Therapy   Dr. Alexandra Solomon is a licensed clinical psychologist at The Family Institute at Northwestern University, a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Psychology at Northwestern University, and the author of Loving Bravely: Twenty Lessons of Self-Discovery to Help You Get the Love You Want (New Harbinger, 2017). In addition to being a couple therapist, Dr. Solomon trains graduate students, and teaches the internationally renowned undergraduate course, Building Loving and Lasting Relationships: Marriage 101. Dr. Solomon is a sought-after speaker and media commentator on the topic of love. DrAlexandraSolomon.com Facebook.com/dralexandrasolomon Twitter.com/ahsolomon   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is there a connection between nudity and mindfulness? Do you pass judgments of shame and fear about yourself and your sexuality? What you see when you look at yourself naked in the mirror can be much different than what you feel when you look at yourself naked in the mirror. But if you can approach your body from a place of gratitude, realizing we are all naked under our clothes, you can own your nakedness for the beautiful gift that it is. Host Mike Domitrz welcomes CAST members Rick Clemons, Sean Douglas, Dr. Paul Jenkins, Lisa Baker-King and Barry Moniak to enlighten us with their unique perspective on being naked.   Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show. Mentioned in This Episode: Landmark Worldwide   Rick Clemons is the Author of Frankly My Dear I’m Gay, Host of The Coming Out Lounge podcast, certified life coach, TEDx Speaker, world record holder, and a guy who’s helped 1000’s of people in over 50 countries across the globe come out of the closets of their lives to escape their bullshit, explore their fears, and elevate their f*cking self-expression. RickClemons.com Facebook.com/RickClemonsOfficial Twitter.com/RickClemons   Sean Douglas is a U.S. Air Force Veteran, a Certified Master Resilience Trainer, professional Inspirational Speaker, and Author, with over 10,000 hours of speaking and training time. He inspires the uninspired, and motivates you to “Live Your Brand” so that you can grow personally and professionally. He teaches Mental, Physical, Social, and Spiritual Resilience Skills that empower you to withstand, recover, and grow through the adversity, stress, and life’s changing demands. Sean equips people with the tools necessary to live EPIC lives. TheSuccessCorps.com Facebook.com/SeanDouglasSpeaks   Dr. Paul Jenkins works with organizations and individuals to establish and maintain habitual patterns of positive perception and focus that increase happiness, engagement, productivity, profit, and ultimate achievement of professional and personal life missions. With two decades of experience as a professional psychologist, Dr. Paul (as he is known to clients and his laughing, learning audiences) lays out the how and the why behind the art and science of being constructive in an often destructive environment. It is like having an owner’s manual for your brain. DrPaulJenkins.com Facebook.com/PathologicalPositivity Twitter.com/DrPaulJenkins   Lisa Baker-King is on a mission to connect families, celebrate children and change companies. As the owner of L B K Kreatives and a celebrated author, Lisa is joined by a team of ghost marketers whose primary aim is to help small businesses fantastically flourish. As ghost marketers, they are guided by the fundamental belief that business should serve our lives and our lives should not serve our businesses. Lisa celebrates mindfulness by honoring her health and fitness and operating by standards set by her faith which says to love above all else. YourGhostMarketer.com Facebook.com/Zebecs Twitter.com/URGhostMarketer   Barry Moniak brings insightful experience and profound discovery to his entertaining, interactive presentations. He inspires audiences to embrace a “befriend fear” mindset to build focused, energized, synergistic winning teams. Known affectionately as the “CEO Whisperer”, Barry gets leaders to not see people as they think they are, but rather as they truly are. He identifies operational strengths and weaknesses and creates a “befriend fear” modus operandi. This is the foundation for an extraordinary, winning, synergistic culture. Endinmind.com Facebook.com/endinmind Twitter.com/BarryMoniak   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special one-on-one interview, Mike talks with his long-time friend and confidante, Sean Stephenson. Sean’s mission is to rid the world of insecurity, and his vision is in full swing. His thousands of videos have touched millions of people - including one video that has been seen 1/4 Billion times. Sean’s mindfulness keeps him grounded in what is really important in life, and his ‘When Life Works’ and ‘When Life Sucks’ lists remind him to be grateful for every experience. Mike and Sean reflect on the deep compassion they share for one another and how their hard-care honest friendship benefits them both. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:34] Sean shares his mission with the help of ‘friend-tors,’ or friends who are also mentors. [9:11] Without mindfulness you can get caught in a trap of it never being enough. [17:47] Mike transformed Sean’s life with heavy hitting words. [20:38] People pleasing, and wanting to be liked, will hold you back. [21:59] The ‘When life Works List’ and the ‘When Life Sucks List.’ [27:17] The Four Agreements is Sean’s go-to book for mindfulness.   Mentioned in This Episode: The Four Agreements, by Don Miguel Ruiz Stay Positive Club   When Sean was born doctors predicted he would not survive past birth because of a rare bone disorder that stunted his growth and caused his bones to be extremely fragile. Despite these challenges, he’s taken a stand for a quality of life that has reached millions of people around the world, including Sir Richard Branson, President Clinton, and his Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. Sean has appeared on everything from The Oprah Show to online videos with hundreds of millions of views. The Biography Channel did an hour feature on his life called, “Three Foot Giant.” His message has been heard at live events in over 16 countries and 48 states over the past 23 years. Sean’s latest book, Get Off Your But, has swept the U.S. and been released in almost a dozen languages around the world. As a board-certified therapist, Sean uses humor and compassion to develop a fun environment where individuals open their hearts and minds for lasting empowerment to occur. SeanStephenson.com Facebook.com/TheSeanStephenson Twitter.com/TheSeantourage   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's no secret - politics can be anything BUT mindful. Have you found yourself unfollowing friends on social media? Is it hard to not get sucked into the mud slinging? How do we or should we acknowledge opposing views? Is it possible to maintain mindfulness during a political discussion, is the cavernous topic Mike poses to CAST members, Dr. Jenn Gunsaullus and Alison Morano. Mike kicks things off with this quote: “Human kindness has never weakened the stamina or softened the fiber of a free people. A nation does not have to be cruel to be tough.” — Franklin Delano Roosevelt Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:15] Mike reads a quote from FDR and asks the CAST for their reaction. [11:11] How do we own our bias yet be mindful when addressing ‘the other side’? [14:02] Dealing with preconceived emotions on social media. [16:17] What do we get out of poking the bear? [25:03] Do we take a moment of mindfulness to examine our side of social media discussions? [33:51] Resources.   Mentioned in This Episode: Cultivating Compassion course by Compassion IT Irrational Behavior course by Dan Ariely   Dr. Jenn, sociologist and sexologist, is a frequent speaker about sexual empowerment, healthy relationships, erotic play, and mindful sex. She has presented two TEDx Talks, is a writer on sex and relationships and a recurring intimacy expert on the morning news. Dr. Jenn has over 1.3 million hits on her In the Den with Dr. Jenn YouTube video series, and is an expert in the new documentary on masturbation, called Sticky: A (Self) Love Story. DrJennsDen.com Facebook.com/DrJennsDen Twitter.com/DrJennsDen   Alison Morano has been a political consultant in Florida for more than 10 years. She has worked on campaigns from city council to President, and on a variety of economic and social issues. Alison’s personal advocacy issue focuses on stopping sexual assault on college campuses, and ensuring mutual respect and healthy relationships that start during early education and continue through adulthood. AffirmativeConsent.com Facebook.com/alison.morano Twitter.com/aliflorida   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes CAST member Sammy Rangel to the podcast. Sammy is the epitome of mindfulness. During his formative years, he was denied a sense of self and potential. He has endured a life most cannot fathom. But, Sammy has turned his mess into a message, as an author, a speaker, and a comfort to those in need. Sammy describes his gradual awakening, the strategies he uses for support during his journey, and how he is constantly developing into the man he wants to be. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:27] Sammy describes his tumultuous youth and how his life turned into a TEDx talk. [6:14] Sammy started developing into who he wanted to be, not what others designed him to be. [10:44] Suffering has a cathartic purpose. [19:17] Reaching out to others is how Sammy gets the support he needs. [24:50] Books Sammy uses to expand his awareness.   Mentioned in This Episode: Sammy Rangel — TEDx Danubia: Balance on the Edge Against Violent Extremism Life After Hate Formers Anonymous Prehistoric Mesoamerica, by Richard Adams A Road Less Traveled, by M. Scott Peck   Sammy Rangel is a TEDx Speaker, author, and most importantly a father. With a Masters’ in Social Work, he consults with social service providers, schools, and law enforcement agencies on reducing violent extremism. He is the founder of Formers Anonymous, a self-help program for men and women looking to exit a lifestyle of crime and violence. https://twitter.com/sammyrangel (@sammyrangel) http://www.againstviolentextremism.org https://www.facebook.com/FormersAnonymous/   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you a “Fixer”? Do you know a “Fixer’? Most are well intended and strive to present a solution when someone they know has a problem. But how do we know if we are empowering someone to help themselves or rescuing them? Where does this instinct to jump in and solve come from? Is it arrogance or perhaps co-dependence? Join host Mike Domitrz as he welcomes CAST members Dr. Sam Alper, Rick Clemons, and Darren Tipton as they chat about how to recognize the triggers, which lead us to intervene. As the conversation evolves, they share simple but effective tips on how to empower vs. taking the power and how to be open to having others to pull help from us instead of pushing it upon another.  Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:17] Mike shares the event that spurred this discussion. [4:14] How to recognize when you are fixing, vs. helping? [7:53] Questions which get to the heart of supporting people. [16:37] What triggers lead the CAST to project their fixes onto other people? [19:55] How we can keep ourselves from going into fix mode. [24:41] The CAST recommends books about how to help.   Mentioned in This Episode: The Landmark Advanced Course National Speakers Association Don’t Be Nice, Be Real: Balancing Passion for Self with Compassion for Others, by Kelly Bryson When Helping Hurts: Alleviating Poverty Without Hurting the Poor, by Brian Fikkert and Steve Corbett   Dr. Samuel J. Alper is the founder of Process Human Factors Consulting, LLC. He stated the company based on a desire to help businesses improve their workplace, improve how they get things done, and realize that such improvement is attainable. His approach empowers business people to identify specific actions they can take to meet their goals. An engineer, juggler, and new father, Sam was recently honored when a business colleague referred to him as a “fellow nerd.” Processhf.com Facebook.com/processhf Twitter.com/processhf   Rick Clemons is the Author of Frankly My Dear I’m Gay, Host of The Coming Out Lounge podcast, certified life coach, TEDx Speaker, world record holder, and a guy who’s helped 1000’s of people in over 50 countries across the globe come out of the closets of their lives to escape their bullshit, explore their fears, and elevate their f*cking self-expression. Rickclemons.com Facebook.com/rickclemonsofficial Twitter.com/RickClemons   Volunteerism and service transform communities and bring purpose to life! For twenty years, Darren Tipton has been challenging people to volunteer. He is the inspiration of the volunteer mobilization resource: “Kathatika” — a call to volunteer action bringing awareness of the infinite impact of volunteer service, and the co-author of the community-based engagement curriculum of Story to Service. He’s the founder of Project Humanity, a nonprofit focused on empowering women in Africa. Projecthumanity.com Facebook.com/projecthumanity Twitter.com/pjcthumanity   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes CAST members Bridgette Cook-Burch and Dr. Alexandra Solomon to discuss discovering and living the soul’s longing, or dharma. Dharma is the day-to-day journey of uncovering your calling. The group explores what dharma needs to develop amid relentless distractions, how play, quiet introspection and trusted conversations nourish our soul, and how attaining freedom may be a better measurement than declaring success. Today’s topic was inspired by the book, The Great Work of Your Life, by Steven Cope. The theme of the book rests in three concepts.   1. Find your dharma. 2. Do it full out. 3. Let go of the outcome.   Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:24] Bridget defines the exciting concept of dharma. [3:42] Finding your dharma through play and quieting down. [11:59] How to avoid focusing on the outcome. [18:43] Making the discovery process introspective and relational. [20:51] It's better to fail at your own dharma instead of somebody else's. [23:56] Should we substitute the word freedom for success?   Mentioned in This Episode: The Great Work of Your Life: A Guide for the Journey to Your True Calling, by Stephen Cope Loving Bravely, by Dr. Alexandra Solomon This Is Us on NBC Soulmates: Honoring the Mysteries of Love and Relationship, by Thomas Moore The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level, by Gay Hendricks   Bridget is a New York Times bestselling author, and an entrepreneur with a history of creating successful business. During the recession, Bridget built a multi-million dollar trucking company, yearly tripling revenue while nearly 600 companies in the industry across North America failed. She shares with team leaders, entrepreneurs and CEOs the trade secrets that visionary leaders use to create lasting success. An active social entrepreneur and humanitarian, Bridget is a founder of SHEROESUnited.org. Bridget provides your group with unusual stories from the books she’s written – stunning examples of leadership — what to do, what to be… and what not to be. Bridgetinspires.com Facebook.com/mbridgetcookburch Twitter.com/inspiritwriter   Dr. Alexandra Solomon is a licensed clinical psychologist at The Family Institute at Northwestern University, a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Psychology at Northwestern University, and the author of Loving Bravely: Twenty Lessons of Self-Discovery to Help You Get the Love You Want (New Harbinger, 2017). In addition to being a couple therapist, Dr. Solomon trains graduate students and teaches the internationally renowned undergraduate course, Building Loving and Lasting Relationships: Marriage 101. Dr. Solomon is a sought-after speaker and media commentator on the topic of love. DrAlexandraSolomon.com Facebook.com/dralexandrasolomon Twitter.com/ahsolomon     Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes CAST members Megan Merchant and Jen Rulon to discuss the impact of chasing down rabbit holes, the stories our minds create to explain the unknown - bringing unnecessary drama into our lives, and maintaining mindfulness in the midst of distractions. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [2:36] Megan describes the impact of chasing down rabbit holes in life. [6:26] Deciphering 'what actually happened, versus the story we create about what happened?' [14:20] The RAIN Technique:        Recognize — Tune into the present moment and name what you are feeling.        Allow — Allow the feeling to happen.        Investigate — Ask yourself ‘why do I feel this way?’        Non-Identification — Be aware and recognize you are not your thoughts. [16:55] 18-24-year-olds are hungry for knowledge and wisdom. [19:49] How do we keep focus, so distractions don't penetrate our mindfulness? [24:29] How do we teach grit with mindfulness? [26:34] Helpful books to assist exploring the topic of freedom from chasing down rabbit holes.   Mentioned in This Episode: Start With Why, by Simon Sinek "Start With Why," TED talk Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, by Angela Duckworth The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho "Doing the Buddha’s Practice," by Jack Kornfield   As a health and fitness expert, Jennifer “Jen” Rulon has inspired, coached, and motivated many athletes to complete from their first sprint triathlon to numerous Ironman Triathlons. Jen guides her athletes to learn about themselves BEYOND the physical aspects of doing a triathlon. She is there to educate, motivate, and empower. Jen is an 11x Ironman Triathlete, and has learned “How to Coach Triathletes to Cross the Finish Line with a Smile!” Jen received her Master’s Degree in Kinesiology and started her own coaching business, JenRulon.com. JenRulon.com Facebook.com/JenRulon2013 Twitter.com/CoachJenRulon   Megan Merchant lives in the tall pines of Prescott, AZ and holds an MFA degree from UNLV. She is the author of two full-length poetry collections: Gravel Ghosts (Glass Lyre Press, 2016 Book of the Year), The Dark’s Humming (2015 Lyrebird Prize, Glass Lyre Press, 2017), four chapbooks, and a children’s book with Philomel Books. She is also a 200 RYT and teaches Mindfulness & Meditation. MeganMerchant.wixsite.com/poet Twitter.com/meganamerchant   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you stay on mission and mindful, when money is a struggle? Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes CAST members Lisa Baker King, Richard Balamucki, Adam Koren, and Meridith Powell to uncover the shroud of shame commonly associated with financial struggles. Today’s topic was inspired by a quote from Christopher McDougall’s book, Born to Run. “You have to give your heart to the Goddess of Wisdom, give her all your love and attention, and the Goddess of Wealth will become jealous, and follow you.” Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:25] Mike reads the quote from Christopher McDougall's, Born to Run, and asks the CAST to share their thoughts. [6:18] How can a person find the right financial advisor to help them through a financial struggle? [10:50] How does a person feel safe and centered in their life, with regards to their finances? [16:09] Where does judgment about finances come from, and how can people avoid it? [21:00] Real conversations about money, with details, is not normal for most families.   Mentioned in This Episode: Born to Run, by Christopher McDougall You Are Here: Discovering the Magic of the Present Moment, by Thich Nhat Hanh The Richest Man Who Ever Lived, by Steve Scott The Art of Money, by Bari Tessler Rich Dad Poor Dad, by Robert Kiyosaki and Sharon Lechter   Lisa Baker-King is on a mission to connect families, celebrate children, and change companies. As the owner of L B K Kreatives and a celebrated author, Lisa is joined by a team of ghost marketers whose primary aim is to help small businesses fantastically flourish. As ghost marketers, they are guided by the fundamental belief that business should serve our lives and our lives should not serve our businesses. Lisa’s celebrates mindfulness by honoring her health and fitness, and operating by standards set by her faith, which says to love above all else. Zebecs.com Facebook.com/zebecs Twitter.com/Zebecs   Richard Balamucki is the founder of Cranbrook Wealth Management, LLC. He was a pioneer in comprehensive financial planning in the ’80s, and then in the adoption of fee-based asset management in the ’90s. His firm currently manages approximately $550,000,000 of assets. He believes that the next frontier amounts to an almost therapeutic relationship with clients, that helps them use mindfulness for personal enjoyment, family bonding, helping the wider world, and achieving financial security. Cranbrookwealth.com   Adam Koren has been coaching for more than 15 years, and serves his clients as a “financial handholder,” meaning he brings compassion and candor to the sometimes intimidating world of personal finance. He’s grateful he’s gotten to help many people face their fears and create much more ease and freedom in their lives. As a client recently said: “I don’t have to be anxious about my finances anymore!” Adamkoren.com   Voted one of the Top 15 Business Growth Experts to watch by Currency Fair, Meridith Elliott Powell is an award-winning author, keynote speaker, and master certified business strategist. She works with clients to help them decrease stress, increase profits, and succeed, no matter what this economy does. Valuespeaker.com Facebook.com/meridith.powell Twitter.com/meridithpowell   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Mike Domitrz, host of The Everyday Mindfulness Show and the author of Can I Kiss You? Mike is a leading voice in helping kids, parents, educational institutions, and the US military discuss dating, sexual decision-making consent, and sexual assault. He speaks to tens of thousands yearly around the world, providing positive how-to skill sets and helpful insights to romantic relationships, sexual intimacy, and being safer. His podcast features special guests and a unique cast of over 70 people who stop by to add to the fun and thought-provoking conversations. Is Mike a dream-chaser? You bet! He’s on a mission to create a culture of consent and respect through the Date Safe project. TWEET: “Be a part of creating a culture of #consent with Mike Domitrz” @datesafeproject Can I Kiss You? How does a book like Mike’s come about? He explains why he wants to bring awareness to behavior and why people want to keep reading the book. His goal for the book was to transform our culture and how it views sexual decision-making. Sexual violence is definitely not a new thing, but dream chasers like Mike are on the move to create a safer environment. TWEET: “Every #survivor deserves to have a #voice.” @datesafeproject What are we learning from TV and movies? We need role modeling of the behavior we are seeking, and guess what? You won’t find that behavior modeled in movies and on television. Mike explains why his “ask” system is better than the status quo in relationships and why the paradigm needs to be shifted. We don’t even realize how often these types of violations happen. TWEET: “We’ve only started to create a safer—not safe—environment.” Where does mindfulness come in? Am I really aware of how my words and actions are impacting culture? Probably not! In the workplace, at home, or with friends, we just don’t realize the power of our words and how many people can be affected by them. Why do we judge others? Why do we sexualize them? Why do we say inappropriate things to them or about them? These are the questions Mike wants you to consider! TWEET: “Giving people specific words and skill sets to use takes out the #sexualization.” @datesafeproject Guest Recommendation: Mike’s ACTION for a dream chaser to take: “Ask for what you want and then respect the answer.”   OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE: [1:30] Mike’s book [2:32] Nothing new about sexual violence [3:24] When the victim is blamed [4:35] How this Mike’s dream mission relates to chasing dreams [7:00] The effect on workplace environments [8:50] How TV and movies affect behavior [11:50] The prevalence of sexual assault [13:28] Owning your words and their impact [16:35] “It’s not me!” [19:43] Words for parents [22:53] How Mike learned about the skill sets needed [25:00] How Mike’s work has changed over 20 years [26:55] It’s never too late [28:10] Skill sets to keep in mind [32:30] Has there been improvement? [34:10] Mike’s ACTION for a dream chaser to take   RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Mike on Facebook  Mike on Twitter Mike’s Website Mike’s Podcast Website   TWEETS YOU CAN USE: TWEET: “There is nothing new about #sexual #violence. Help create a culture of #consent. TWEET: “Ask for what you want then #respect the answer.” @datesafeproject  

Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes special guest and international singer, Emmanuel Kelly. Emmanuel shares his inspiring story of being found in a box in Iraq, to being signed to a recording deal by by one of Hollywood's most famous producers (including being on Australia's "X Factor"). Emmanuel has the noble goal of becoming the first differently-abled pop success, and using the recognition to encourage the world and to give people hope. He will blow you away. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:30] Emmanuel Kelly shares his story from being found in a box, to auditioning for XFactor. [10:52] Emmanuel hits the LA scene, and ends up signing with Bruno Mars Producer, Philip Lawrence. [16:47] How Emmanuel maintains a place of mindfulness.   Mentioned in This Episode: Emmanuel Kelly and Coldplay perform Imagine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes CAST members Barry Moniak, John Sileo and Berni Xiong, to discuss this week’s topic: Stillness and do you have it in your life?. Mike shares a quote from Pico Iyer’s *The Art of Stillness*. Barry, John and Berni describe their idea of what stillness is, and share examples of where it has shown up in their lives. The desire to achieve stillness, leads the conversation towards the energetic, spiritual and physical practices to aid a person to stillness, in whatever form they desire it. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:14] Mike reads a quote from The Art of Stillness, and asks what the concept of stillness means to each CAST member. [6:25] Recognizing where stillness is in life, and where it is not. [14:45] John shares his favorite quote from The Art of Stillness. [16:51] How does stillness present itself in relationships? [20:07] Berni shares a variety of tools to achieve stillness. [23:28] How to keep a stillness practice alive.   Mentioned in This Episode: The Art of Stillness by Pico Iyer Elizabeth Gilbert’s TED talk: “Your Elusive Creative Genius”   Barry Moniak brings insightful experience and profound discovery to his entertaining, interactive presentations. He inspires audiences to embrace a “befriend fear” mindset, to build focused, energized, synergistic winning teams. Known affectionately as the “CEO Whisperer,” Barry gets leaders to not see people as they think they are, but rather as they truly are. He identifies operational strengths and weaknesses, and creates a “befriend fear” modus operandi. This is the foundation for an extraordinary, winning, synergistic culture. https://Endinmind.com Facebook.com/endinmind https://twitter.com/BarryMoniak   John Sileo lost his business, $300,000 and two years of his life to cyber crime — all losses that lead to his greatest success and fulfillment. Based on these first-hand experiences, John became an award-winning author, keynote speaker and national media personality on cybersecurity, and flourishing in the face of failure. His clients include the Pentagon, 60 Minutes, Visa, and any organization that values its data and people. What drives John at a deeper level are mindful relationships with his highly-spirited daughters, inimitable wife, and tribe of close friends. Sileo.com Facebook.com/JohnDSileo Twitter.com/john_sileo   Berni Xiong is The Shin Kicking Life Spark. She owns and runs Brave Bear Media, an intuitive coaching and consulting boutique helping impact-driven individuals speak up, stand out, and change the world. She is a contributing author of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Time to Thrive, and contributing writer at The Huffington Post. When she’s not kicking shins, she is hanging out at her Reiki studio in the Twin Cities. Bernixiong.com Facebook.com/BraveBearMedia/ Twitter.com/bernixiong     Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you handle difficulties in life? Some dig deep while others look outside. Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes CAST members Vicki Abadesco, Mark Black and Darren Tipton to discuss difficulties.  Today’s topic was inspired by a quote from Stephen Cope’s book, The Great Work of Your Life. “When difficulties arise, give yourself to them. See them as dharma. Go into the heart of the difficulty. Experience it. Investigate it. Take yourself into the center of the conflict. Learn to tolerate its discomfort without acting or reacting. And what do you find at the heart of fear, dread, loathing, anger, and hatred? You find a surprise. You find a gift.” After listening to the conversation, share examples of your difficulties on the Everyday Mindfulness Show Facebook page. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:24] Mike reads the quote which inspired this conversation. [2:02] Slowing down and quelling a reaction is the first step. [7:13] The discipline of creating a relationship with a feeling. [10:16] Mike shares a recent experience pertinent to the conversation. [17:58] Accepting whole life difficulties. [21:01] Instant community is formed when we are open and vulnerable. [28:24] Books the CAST has read that have helped them dive into the center of difficulty.   Mentioned in This Episode: The Great Work of Your Life: A Guide for the Journey to Your True Calling, by Stephen Cope When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times, by Pema Chödrön Byron Katie The Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming, by Henri Nouwen   Vicki Abadesco is the founder and director of Soul Shoppe, an organization that teaches strategies for social-emotional awareness, conflict resolution, bullying prevention and empathy building to elementary and middle school communities. Every school year Soul Shoppe touches the hearts and minds of close to 100,000 students through interactive workshops and assemblies. Vicki is an author, facilitator, program designer and award-winning creator of compelling workshops & curriculum for adults and youth. Soulshoppe.com Facebook.com/SoulShoppe Twitter.com/soulshoppe   Mark Black is a Heart-Lung Transplant Recipient turned 4-Time Marathon Runner. A resilience expert, Mark helps people “Thrive in Challenging Times.” Mark has worked with more than 100,000 people and 400 organizations. Mark doesn’t just teach resilience, he embodies it. At 23, Mark was facing an early death from heart failure. By 26, thanks to a rare heart-lung transplant, he was running marathons. He lives in Moncton, NB, with his wife and three children. MarkBlack.ca Facebook.com/MarkBlackSpeaks Twitter.com/MarkBlackSpeaks   Volunteerism and service transform communities and bring purpose to life! For twenty years, Darren Tipton has been challenging people to volunteer. He is the inspiration of the volunteer mobilization resource: “Kathatika” — a call to volunteer action bringing awareness of the infinite impact of volunteer service, and the co-author of the community-based engagement curriculum of Story to Service. He’s the founder of Project Humanity, a nonprofit focused on empowering women in Africa. ProjectHumanity.com Facebook.com/ProjectHumanity Twitter.com/PjctHumanity     Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes CAST members Rick Clemons, Jen Rulon, Jill Schiefelbein, and Darren Tipton to discuss boldness. Today’s topic was inspired by the quote by Johan Van Gogh, “Whatever you do or dream you can do. Begin it. Boldness has genius and power and magic in it.” Sharing their individual bold moments leads the group to unpack what being bold means, and possible underlying incentives for boldness. For some, weighing out worst case scenarios and fear are motivating factors to move beyond the status quo. Others find boldness an inherent quality that only needs the right catalyst to bring it out into the light. After listening to the conversation, share your bold moments on The Everyday Mindfulness Show Facebook page. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [2:48] Mike asks the CAST where they first remember being bold in their lives. [7:23] How do you recognize where or when you need to be bold? [10:25] What does boldness, or to be bold, mean to each member of the group? [15:31] Is boldness an individual trait based on perception? [18:58] Boldness strategies — taking the first step. [25:22] Being authentic is the epitome of bold.   Rick Clemons is the Author of Frankly My Dear I’m Gay, Host of The Coming Out Lounge podcast, certified life coach, TEDx Speaker, world record holder, and a guy who’s helped 1,000’s of people in over 50 countries across the globe come out of the closets of their lives to escape their bullshit, explore their fears, and elevate their f*cking self-expression. Rickclemons.com Facebook.com/rickclemonsofficial Twitter.com/RickClemons   As a health and fitness expert, Jennifer “Jen” Rulon has inspired, coached, and motivated many athletes to complete from their first sprint triathlon to numerous Ironman Triathlons. Jen guides her athletes to learn about themselves BEYOND the physical aspects of doing a triathlon. She is there to educate, motivate, and empower. Jen is an 11x Ironman Triathlete, and has learned “How to Coach Triathletes to Cross the Finish Line with a Smile!” Jen received her Master’s Degree in Kinesiology and started her own coaching business. JenRulon.com Facebook.com/JenRulon Twitter.com/CoachJenRulon   Jill Schiefelbein is an award-winning entrepreneur, author, and recovering academic. She taught business communication at Arizona State University for 11 years, before venturing into entrepreneurship. Jill’s business, The Dynamic Communicator®, helps organizations increase sales and create consumer advocates. Jill runs the Dynamic Accelerator program, helping solo- and micro-entrepreneurs accelerate business growth. Her next book, Dynamic Communication: 27 Strategies to Grow, Lead, and Manage Your Business, is in stores March 2017. Dynamiccommunicationbook.com Facebook.com/dynamicjill Twitter.com/dynamicjill   Volunteerism and service transform communities and bring purpose to life! For twenty years, Darren Tipton has been challenging people to volunteer. He is the inspiration of the volunteer mobilization resource: “Kathatika” — a call to volunteer action bringing awareness of the infinite impact of volunteer service, and the co-author of the community-based engagement curriculum of Story to Service. He’s the founder of Project Humanity, a nonprofit focused on empowering women in Africa. ProjectHumanity.com Facebook.com/ProjectHumanity Twitter.com/PjctHumanity     Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes Alan Anderson for an enlightening conversation on mindfulness and living a life of mindfulness. Alan is an educator who has taken an unique journey over multitude of decades, including learning from some of the most renown teachers of Mindfulness in the World. Together, Alan and Mike explore mindfulness beyond yoga and meditation, the depths a person must muddle through to attain mindfulness, and how to integrate multi-dimensional mindfulness into everyday life. They also explore the ideas of current thought leaders and books to assist those at any stage of their mindfulness journey. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [2:21] In college, Alan began his quest for mindfulness while many others were experimenting with drugs. [5:10] Alan explains the difference between mindfulness and the discoveries of mindfulness? [11:06] Mike shares how a moment of mindfulness dramatically transformed his life. [14:14] Through books and retreats, Alan found his Buddhists teachers. [17:27] The key to mindfulness is, it should be part of every second of your life. [19:54] The use of sense perception is the most useful mindfulness tool Alan has ever received. [24:16] Book recommendations for people at various levels of mindfulness.   Mentioned in This Episode: Arts at Large Foundation Windhorse Retreat Center in Wisconsin Loving Bravely, by Dr. Alexandra Solomon Dr. Brené Brown Shambhala Mountain Center in Colorado Turning the Mind Into an Ally, by Sakyong Mipham Mindfulness in Action, by Chögyam Trungpa The Truth of Suffering and the Path of Liberation, by Chögyam Trungpa Acharya Fleet Maull Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche Khandro Rinpoche Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche   Alan Anderson is a long-time mindfulness practitioner, and teaches to a wide range of students from children to adult; from Harley-Davidson cohort to a tent full of 200 Buddhists. He is the founder Windhorse Retreat Center, Arts & Mindfulness for Academic Progress, and teaches through Arts@Large, Growing Minds, and Shambhala International. Prior to this, he was a professional jazz musician for 20 years and toured and recorded with Paul Cebar, playing your basic New Orleans musical gumbo. Wisdomsplinter.com Facebook.com/WisdomSplinter/ Twitter.com/wisdomsplinter   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes CAST members Phil Gerbyshak and Rick Clemons, to discuss quitting. For many, quitting is considered to be negative. Don’t be a quitter - is a common motto for sports, storytelling, and parenting in society. What if society has got it all wrong? Listen is as Mike, Phil, and Rick dissect the meaning of ‘to quit,’ the benefits of quitting, how to quit in a helpful manner, and describe what it has meant for them at various stages of their lives. And, how having communities and choices might offer freedom to those who feel unable to quit. Today’s topic was inspired by a discussion in the audiobook version of Think Like a Freak, by Steven Levitt and Stephen Dubner. All the aspects of quitting are covered in this engaging conversation. Listen in now. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:12] Mike reads a quote from Think Like a Freak, and asks CAST members how they view quitting. [5:35] We need to enable people around us to quit. [10:33] Rick shares the irony of this conversation. [12:15] Quitting the pursuit of something. [15:11] Does the ego drive the decision to quit or not quit? [19:45] Is there an emotional aspect to quitting? [26:53] What books help people have freedom to release themselves, when they feel they can’t quit?   Mentioned in This Episode: Think Like a Freak, by Steven Levitt and Stephen Dubner The Good Life Project Podcast The Dip, by Seth Godin Year of Yes, by Shonda Rhimes   Rick Clemons is the Author of Frankly My Dear I’m Gay, Host of The Coming Out Lounge podcast, certified life coach, TEDx Speaker, world record holder, and a guy who’s helped 1000’s of people in over 50 countries across the globe come out of the closets of their lives to escape their bullshit, explore their fears, and elevate their f*cking self-expression. Rickclemons.com Facebook.com/rickclemonsofficial Twitter.com/RickClemons   Phil Gerbyshak works with salespeople, marketers and leaders to increase their influence, impact, and ultimately, their income. Phil believes in the power of social selling and connection. With a unique speaking style — part sales expert, part entertainer — Phil Gerbyshak keeps his audiences awake and engaged while providing actionable steps to bring in more leads, more referrals, and more business. Philgerbyshak.com Facebook.com/philgerbyshak Twitter.com/philgerb     Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes CAST members Todd Adams, Barry Moniak, and Berni Xiong who engage in a thought - provoking conversation about how do we lead with love, especially when we disagree with someone or their point of view. Inspired by the quote, “The music of God is always playing. Are you listening?” from Breakfast with Buddha, by Roland Merullo the CAST challenge each other and the listeners to leave room for edits (it's ok to make mistakes-we all do it) while becoming better listeners. It gets a bit sticky as they discuss the current political atmosphere and engaging in conversations with others who may not share their views. The conversation comes full circle when it ends with love. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:07] Mike reads a quote from Breakfast with Buddha, and asks CAST members how they lead with love. [5:17] Mike shares opposing examples of how people lead with love. [8:56] Are we ready and willing to engage with those who don’t see our view? [13:21] Physically and emotionally detaching yourself from a conversation. [19:00] What exactly does it mean to win in a conversation? [22:22] How can we empower people to be better listeners? [25:59] How do Todd, Barry, and Berni listen for love on a daily basis?   Mentioned in This Episode: Breakfast with Buddha, by Roland Merullo Jessica Pettitt Youtube Channel How to Win Friends and Influence People, by Dale Carnegie The 5 Love Languages, by Gary Chapman   Todd Adams is a coach and advocate for men supporting healthy masculinity, conscious relationships, and prosperous careers. For six years he’s co-hosted Zen Parenting Radio, and he co-founded The Tribe Men’s Group. Todd is a staff member of The Mankind Project, a staff member for the New Warrior Training Adventure. He’s a Certified Life Coach through the Tony Robbins Life Coaching Program, and a certified instructor for the Institute of Heartmath. Toddadamscoaching.com Facebook.com/ZenParenting Twitter.com/zenparenting   Barry Moniak brings insightful experience and profound discovery to his entertaining, interactive presentations. He inspires audiences to embrace a “befriend fear” mindset, to build focused, energized, synergistic winning teams. Known affectionately as the “CEO Whisperer,” Barry gets leaders to not see people as they think they are, but rather as they truly are. He identifies operational strengths and weaknesses and creates a “befriend fear” modus operandi. This is the foundation for an extraordinary, winning, synergistic culture. Endinmind.com Facebook.com/endinmind Twitter.com/BarryMoniak   Berni Xiong is The Shin Kicking Life Spark. She owns and runs Brave Bear Media, an intuitive coaching and consulting boutique helping impact-driven individuals speak up, stand out, and change the world. She is a contributing author of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Time to Thrive, and contributing writer at The Huffington Post. When she’s not kicking shins, she is hanging out at her Reiki studio in the Twin Cities. Bernixiong.com Facebook.com/BraveBearMedia Twitter.com/bernixiong     Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes CAST members Sue DeCaro, Erin Taylor, Darren Tipton and Sam Silverstein. This week's episode take some surprising twists and turns, inspired by a quote from quote from Born to Run written by Christopher McDougal: "It’s your obligation to share whatever you can spare, instantly and with no expectations: once the gift leaves your hand, it was never yours to begin with.” CAST members voice their thoughts on giving from a place of abundance, recognizing the importance of setting boundaries, and listening to your heart when serving others. The exchange ends with CAST members sharing the books that have helped them during their journeys of service. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show. Mentioned in This Episode: Born to Run, by Christopher McDougall The Great Work of Your Life, by Stephen Cope Dr. Shefali Book Series Unbowed, by Wangari Maathai The Torah   Sue DeCaro is a PCI Certified Parent Coach®, educator, trainer, and social entrepreneur, focused on conscious living and loving. She is a public speaker, writer, trainer and co-founder of Building Connected communities. With a BA in psychology, Sue has presented at events featuring Nobel Peace Prize Nominee Bryant McGill, Neale Donald Walsh, Marianne Williamson, Anita Moorjani, Don Miguel Ruiz, and John O’Sullivan. Having run and operated a multi-million-dollar company serving many fortune 500 companies, Sue’s business knowledge/skills include back office, operations, service and sales.   Buildingconnectedcommunities.com Facebook.com/buildingconnectedcommunities Twitter.com/bccommunities   Erin Taylor is a conscious living thought leader, therapist, PCI Certified Parent Coach® and educator, public speaker, author, social entrepreneur and co-founder of Building Connected Communities. She holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, and is the author of Connection and Kindness: The Key to Changing the World Through Parenting, and her writings have been featured in a Wall Street Journal and USA Today Best-selling book, South Jersey Mom, and Natural Awakenings Magazine. Erin was able to take the tragedy of the death of her infant daughter and turn it around, using her hard-earned wisdom to help people from all walks of life step into their power and live their best lives.   Buildingconnectedcommunities.com Facebook.com/buildingconnectedcommunities Twitter.com/bccommunities   Volunteerism and service transform communities and bring purpose to life! For twenty years, Darren Tipton has been challenging people to volunteer. He is the inspiration of the volunteer mobilization resource: “Kathatika” — a call to volunteer action bringing awareness of the infinite impact of volunteer service, and the co-author of the community-based engagement curriculum of Story to Service. He’s the founder of Project Humanity, a nonprofit focused on empowering women in Africa.   Projecthumanity.com Facebook.com/projecthumanity Twitter.com/pjcthumanity   Sam Silverstein is dedicated to empowering people to live accountable lives, transform the way they do business, and create a more accountable world. He helps companies create an organizational culture that prioritizes and inspires accountability. As a former executive and owner, Sam’s manufacturing and distribution companies sold over $100 million in products and services. Today, Sam writes, speaks, and consults with such companies, inspiring and challenging their people to think differently to achieve a better result. Samsilverstein.com Facebook.com/samsilverstein Twitter.com/samsilverstein   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes CAST members Rick Clemons, Barry Moniak and Tal Peretz to discuss this week’s topic, jealousy. Jealousy is an aspect of the human condition that cannot only be overcome, but done correctly, can be used as a way to self-reflect and grow. Each CAST member shares their own experience with overcoming jealousy, the impacts in our daily lives and how they tackled the fear that spawned it. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:04] Mike and the CAST share initial thoughts on jealousy, as they reflect on their own experiences. [8:00] How to recognize when you are in the negative mode of jealousy. [15:49] Rick shares a triumphant story of what can happen when you overcome jealousy. [19:37] Removing the word jealousy from your vocabulary to identify underlying issues. [24:40] Jealousy stems from fear.   Rick Clemons is the Author of Frankly My Dear I’m Gay, Host of The Coming Out Lounge podcast, certified life coach, TEDx Speaker, world record holder, and a guy who’s helped 1000’s of people in over 50 countries across the globe come out of the closets of their lives to escape their bullshit, explore their fears, and elevate their f*cking self-expression. Rickclemons.com Facebook.com/rickclemonsofficial Twitter.com/RickClemons   Barry Moniak brings insightful experience and profound discovery to his entertaining, interactive presentations. He inspires audiences to embrace a “befriend fear” mindset to build focused, energized, synergistic winning teams. Known affectionately as the “CEO Whisperer”, Barry gets leaders to not see people as they think they are, but rather as they truly are. He identifies operational strengths and weaknesses and creates a “befriend fear” modus operandi. This is the foundation for an extraordinary, winning, synergistic culture. Endinmind.com Facebook.com/endinmind Twitter.com/BarryMoniak     Tal Peretz is an assistant professor of Sociology and Women’s Studies at Auburn University, and the co-author of Some Men: Male Allies and the Movement to End Violence Against Women, with Michael Messner and Max Greenberg. He has engaged in and studied social justice allyship and activism for over a decade, and has been published in academic journals, edited volumes, popular and activist/professional newsletters, and online. He is also a yoga teacher and musician. Somemen.org https://www.facebook.com/tal.peretz.965   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host, Mike Domitrz, welcomes special guest, Love Coach Nicole Elissa, to the podcast. Mike and Nicole explore how to remove judgment from self talk, the power of self-approval, and how to recognize if you are living in ego. Nicole had to discover how to bypass her own ego, to reach her heart, before she could help other women connect with their sexual energy. She recommends cultivating thoughts that keep the mind, body, and spirit in the present, especially if you tend to overthink self care, and make being mindful a task. She also shares beneficial phrases to turn your personal mantra into an energy shifting tool.   Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [3:17] Nicole Elissa shares her first, revolutionary session with her Life Coach. [7:22] Connecting to a phrase that does not include judgment or improvement. [9:57] Why it’s important for a woman to connect with her sexual energy. [14:23] Giving yourself approval is essential to create your new way of being. [16:28] How to recognize if you are living in ego. [22:04] Avoid numbing, superficial validation to reach a sense of belonging. [24:32] To practice self care, Nicole advises to perform yoga, and to repeat your personal mantra daily.   Mentioned in This Episode: "Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself," by Dr. Joe Dispenza   Special Guest: Nicole Elissa is a Love Coach and a believer, student, and a teacher of love. She works with driven women who are ready to commit to love, finding themselves, discovering their radiance, feeling confident in their own skin to achieve their goals. These goals can look like: leaving their jobs, traveling the world, finding their ideal romantic partner, and living a life that exceeds their preconceived ideas of what is actually possible for them. Nicole Elissa guides women who are ready to connect with their feminine radiance, open up their hearts to love, and transform their life from the inside out. Nicoleelissa.com Facebook.com/nicoleelissacoach Twitter.com/nicoleelissaw   Contact Us: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host, Mike Domitrz is joined by CAST members Darren Tipton, Cathy Cassani Adams and Jessica Pettitt, to discuss the multiple aspects of compassion and empathy. Mike starts the conversation off with a snippet of President Obama’s farewell speech and the group shares their reactions. The exchange delves into the dialogues taking place in present-day society relating to compassion and empathy, how each member is aware of compassion in their daily lives, and what techniques and strategies may be applied to breed empathy. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:20] Mike reads a section of President Obama’s farewell speech. [3:42] Darren, Cathy and Jessica assess the difference between empathy and compassion. [9:29] If you listen with preconceived notions, do you really hear the message? [14:25] Becoming self-aware of our judgment, to know if we are unsafe or uncomfortable. [19:12] People are struggling to be compassionate in this political environment. [26:31] Why is there so much hate right now? [30:34] Techniques and strategies to bring compassion into daily life. [33:50] The book that exemplifies compassion for Cathy, Jessica and Darren.   Mentioned in This Episode: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself, by Michael Singer The Art of Possibility: Transforming Professional and Personal Life, by Benjamin Zander When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times, by Pema Chodron Good Enough Now: How Doing the Best We Can With What We Have is Better Than Nothing, by Jessica Pettit However Long the Night: Molly Melching’s Journey to Help Millions of African Women and Girls Triumph, by Aimee Molloy   Cathy Cassani Adams, LCSW, CPC is a self-awareness expert and the co-host of Zen Parenting Radio. She’s a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Parent Coach, Certified Elementary School Teacher, Certified Yoga Teacher, and she’s a professor in the Sociology Department at Dominican University. Her most recent book, Living What You Want Your Kids to Learn: The Power of Self-Aware Parenting won a Nautilus Award, National Indie Excellence Award, and an International Book Award. http://www.zenparentingradio.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ZenParenting/ https://twitter.com/zenparenting   Jessica Pettitt, M.Ed., CSP, pulls together her stand up comedy years with 15+ years of diversity trainings in a wide range of organizations to serve groups to move from abstract fears to actionable habits that lead to teams that want to work together. With a sense of belonging and understanding, colleagues take more risks with their ideation, converse precious resources through collaboration, and maintain real connections with clients over time. http://goodenoughnow.com https://www.facebook.com/jessicapettitt https://twitter.com/jesspettitt   Volunteerism and service transform communities and bring purpose to life! For twenty years, Darren Tipton has been challenging people to volunteer. He is the inspiration of the volunteer mobilization resource: “Kathatika” – a call to volunteer action bringing awareness of the infinite impact volunteer service and the co-author of the community-based engagement curriculum of Story to Service. He’s the founder of Project Humanity, a nonprofit focused on empowering women in Africa. http://www.projecthumanity.com/ http://twitter.com/pjcthumanity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever considered how curiosity impacts your life or COULD? Join host Mike Domitrz and CAST members Rick Clemons and Laurie Guest as they explore curiosity, what their clients think about curiosity and how being curious has changed the course of their lives. The conversation goes to all the right places, as Laurie talks about choosing a new friend each year, Rick reveals the three things that stop people from being curious, and Mike confesses curiosity and discovery fuel the fire that ignites his passion. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show.   Key Takeaways: [1:14] Laurie has an annual mindset theme which includes recruiting a new friend every year. [3:13] Rick’s mantra is, “What is one bold thing I can do every day?” [8:22] Three Things that stop people from being curious. [9:45] Mike lives for curiosity, mindfulness, and discovery. [14:04] What audacious curiosity means to Rick and Laurie. [22:06] Entrepreneurs need their own branch to hang on to. [26:07] Whose curiosity voice is speaking in your head? [31:09] What movies inspire curiosity in Rick, Laurie, and Mike? [36:41] Without curiosity, there is no joy.   Mentioned in This Episode: The Everyday Mindfulness Show listen@everydaymindfulnessshow.com Born to Run by Christopher McDougall Landmark All That Jazz Movie Sliding Doors Movie La La Land Movie   If you look up fun in the dictionary, you won’t see a picture of Laurie Guest, CSP. That would be weird. But if you ask any one of the thousands of people who have been in her audiences, they will use the word “fun” to describe both her style and their experience. Laurie is a certified speaking professional, a designation held by less than 12% of speakers worldwide. She is a published author with her book Wrapped in Stillness: A Personal Retreat Guide.   http://solutionsarebrewing.com http://twitter.com/laurieguest   Rick Clemons is the Author of Frankly My Dear I’m Gay, Host of The Coming Out Lounge podcast, certified life coach, TEDx Speaker, world record holder, and a guy who’s helped 1000’s of people in over 50 countries across the globe come out of the closets of their lives to escape their bullshit, explore their fears, and elevate their f*cking self-expression.   http://www.rickclemons.com/ https://www.facebook.com/rickclemonsofficial/ https://twitter.com/RickClemons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices