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We all want to know who we are, what kind of career we're best suited to, and what kind of partner might be the best fit for us. So, let's be honest here...how many hours of your life have you spent taking online surveys and supposedly precise questionnaires that promise to reveal the answers to these questions? How often were they right? The truth is that all of these models are intent on placing you into a box, more often referred to as a “personality type”. On average, there are only about 6-8 boxes you're allowed to fit into. Unfortunately, the box doesn't always fit. A small selection of pre-made boxes can't possibly contain the parts of us that are special, spiritual, unique, and seeking alignment. They're inadequate because they're incomplete. Today, we're talking to Paul Shepherd, a soul-inspired transformational coach and founder of Soul Purpose Mastery. After several years and significant financial investments in the traditional personality-type models of self-discovery, he started to recognize that the answers he was finding never quite offered the whole picture of who he was, information that's vital when you're seeking accurate direction along your life's journey. Ultimately, he was led to the infinitely more thorough process of genetic coding, and this discovery changed everything. In this episode, you'll hear Paul's story of celestial self-discovery and how it led him to a life of purpose and fulfillment. We'll talk about what's not working about the 8-sizes fits all model, and how this science-backed system can help you take back control of your compass and discover your true north. Here's to embracing your unique soul in its entirety and connecting with your authentic self! In This Episode You Will Learn: Why most assessment tools can't show you the full picture (4:34)The unique energetic imprints that make us who we are (5:56)Freeing yourself from the pre-packaged personality type (9:47)Lessons from the wisdom of a single strength (11:44)Why asking about your purpose is the wrong question (17:12)Re-gaining possession of your compass (18:15)How to take the first step towards discovering your unique genetic code (23:14)People Mentioned in this Episode:Nate Zeleznick: VibravisionReferences:Neutrino ExplanationConnect with Paul Shepherd:Paul Shepherd's WebsiteSoul Purpose Mastery Facebook Group
If you’re looking for a positive community to join, head to Facebook and join the Believe It Achieve It group! In today’s solo episode, I explain why there was no episode last week, the updates on my 2021 health and wellness journey, and how I made a new best friend in an unlikely place. When COVID hit a year ago, I created the goal of bettering my immune system every day and prioritizing my health and wellness. I explain throughout this episode my habits and practices that are helping me to feel the best I ever have in my mind, body, and soul. Tune in to Episode 47 to get your weekly dose of inspiration to create the life of your dreams and the power to believe in it, so you can achieve it! In This Episode You Will Learn Why there was no episode last week (2:25)My story of making a new great friend (5:40)My morning routine (15:25)To work on mind, body, and soul (21:00)How to create the life you want (25:07)Let’s Connect!Email: coachnicolewindley@gmail.comLinkedInFacebook Facebook GroupInstagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Every successful sale starts with an effective pitch. It’s the key to keeping the conversation flowing, and it’s what stimulates interest. With so much riding on nailing that sales pitch, understanding what makes a good one is the first step if you ever want to close the deal. Taking the time to listen to and learn from the pro’s is worth its weight in gold. My guest today is David Meltzer, a renowned expert when it comes to perfecting your pitch and closing the deal. He’s an entrepreneur, CEO, author, keynote speaker, and the Co-Founder of Sports 1 Marketing. He also hosts The Playbook podcast, where he dispenses daily doses of mindset wisdom through conversations with other successful CEO’s and entrepreneurs.In today’s episode, David shares his expert advice on crafting a pitch that sells and creating your personal roadmap to closing deals. Take notes, my friends, because he’s revealing the five tangible steps (plus a bonus!) that you need to implement if you want to close sales. If you’re tired of struggling and you’re ready to sell your product like a pro, it’s all about perfecting your pitch.Here’s to pitching like a pro, closing with confidence, and embracing your success mindset! In This Episode You Will Learn: Why happiness has to come before money (6:44)The most crucial step in every pitch (12:13)Why mindset matters (18:05)Two words every salesperson needs to know (20:39)The number one reason why people aren’t successful (24:03)How to create a “road map for coincidences” (28:56)Having a comfortable relationship with “no” (30:34)How you can help make over 1 billion people happier (33:56)Resources: ENROLL NOW IN THE FIRE & SOUL ACADEMYBook: Compassionate Capitalism: A Journey to the Soul of Business by Blaine Bartlett, David MeltzerConnect with David Meltzer:WebsiteDavid’s mission to empower over 1 Billion peoplePodcast: The Playbook with David Meltzer InstagramLinkedInTwitter See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
If you’ve ever questioned what happens on the other side when you pass on and want to feel a sense of peace for those in your life who have passed away, today’s episode is for you. In this episode, I am joined by the amazing Tim Braun that I have followed, been intrigued by, and watched on tv for ten years. Tim is an internationally recognized medium. He has conducted over 16,000 sittings over the past 23 years. Tim's desire is to heal those with the grief of loss and to re-establish the ties of those who are no longer with us. Tim believes our love is the link that allows us to reconnect with those on the other side and his gifts and abilities are beyond anything than I have seen before. Tune in to Episode 39 of Uncover Your Magic to learn how Tim recognized his gift, his work with Mother Theresa, how your life on Earth impacts your afterlife, and so much more. Some Questions I Ask Can you explain when you started to realize that you had this gift? (12:55)How do you describe a birth and a death coming in and out? (22:38)Do souls ever digress and go lower or are they always going higher? (30:22)Do you have rituals you do to get tapped in? (40:00)What is a life review? (45:40)In This Episode You Will Learn Why it is important for mediums to not have prior information (10:30)How Tim’s dream led to him working with Mother Theresa (15:18)How soul groups are individualistic (24:40)How Tim predicted the cultural shift of 2020 (34:52)Why certain spirits don’t come through in a session (41:20)Connect with Tim WebsiteInstagramYouTubeBook - Life and Death by Tim Braun Let’s Connect!WebsiteFacebookInstagramRaising Confidence Free Masterclass, January 2021 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Here’s to being brave! How many times has fear stopped you from doing something you really wanted to do? My guess is that whatever you were afraid of, in hindsight, you probably wish you would have just taken the leap. Whether it’s a leap towards being your own boss, making a big move, or a complete career change, those big jumps can be daunting. When we’re wrapped up in the fear of anything new and unfamiliar, it can scare us into walking away altogether. Then, we end up with regret. Why couldn't I have just been braver? The anxiety we create in these moments exists only in the build up. Once you take action, it dissipates like magic. Suddenly, it’s full speed ahead. You’ve created momentum that possesses such an incredible, raw energy that any fear you once had gets left in the dust. If this situation resonates with you, you’ll find so much value and encouragement in today’s episode. Tapping into this energy of movement requires bravery, and you’ve got to embrace courage in order to move forward. When you do the things that scare you, that bravery is rewarded.Procrastination is fear in disguise. It’s the space in which we create excuses in order to justify our avoidance of what scares us. By choosing to embrace fear, and applying laser-sharp focus on our success, we can overcome its limitations. We can free ourselves to move and thrive!It’s a new year my friends, and now is the time for you to lean into the moments that require bravery. If you’re ready to declare 2021 as your year, this episode will inspire you to take action. In This Episode You Will Learn: Why action is the antidote to fear (2:07)Definitions of bravery (7:37)How I found the courage to act on something that no longer aligned (10:43)Why you need to get into the mindset of an entrepreneur (15:42)The 3 basic fundamentals of business growth (20:10)The archetypes I called on when I needed to be brave (22:25)The brave investments I made that helped grow my business (25:29)How fear nearly prevented me from launching this podcast (30:30)What you’ll learn in my free Live Video Sales Masterclass (34:13)The mind-boggling statistics of live video sales (35:41)Resources: Podcast- The Goal DiggerPodcast- Conscious ConversionsMy FREE Masterclass: How to Master Zoom and Live Video Sales Like a Pro Free MasterclassPeople Mentioned in This Episode:Brene BrownJames WedmoreKathrin ZenkinaAmy PorterfieldJim FortinMichael HyattJack CanfieldJairek RobbinsPanache DesaiChanti ZakJenna Kutcher See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Many people spend their lives living with a victim mindset believing that they cannot change the situation they were born into and that things just happen to them. Changing your mindset to believe that you can create the life you want with just your thoughts is possible if you believe it is.Today I have the pleasure to introduce you to David Strickel, whose inspiring journey has led him to living his dream. David fascinates me with his life-changing concept of what he calls ‘the stream’ named after our stream of consciousness. David talks about how he came to know the stream, understand his gifts, and how he learned to share the gifts with everyone that is drawn to him. We dive deep into his turbulent background, why polarity is necessary within our lives, and what happened when he quit his job to start The Stream. Tune in to Episode 36 of Uncover Your Magic to learn David’s journey of learning the stream and his inspiration to share it with others!Some Questions I Ask Why do you think it’s becoming more accepted to not care what others think? (18:00)Will you explain how you came to know the stream? (30:04)Can you give me an example of what you’re using in your mind to change your life? (40:47)Are you teaching the Bootcamp or is the stream teaching it? (48:46)In This Episode You Will Learn Why your low moments are obstacles that inspire new creation (5:49)The wave of questioning across the world (21:41)How David manifested a Range Rover (35:37)How David began working on the transgressor energy (41:36)When David decided to quit his job and pursue The Stream (47:11)What a live stream session sounds like (53:07)Connect with David Website FacebookTwitter InstagramBook - The Stream: Eternal Wisdom for a Better Life Let’s Connect!WebsiteFacebookInstagramRaising Confidence Free Masterclass, January 2021 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
What books have impacted you the most? Reading has the power to reframe our perspectives, teach us new things, and impact our daily habits. The Fab 5’s book club is our way of sharing these impactful lessons from books with each other. In this episode, we talk about our book club and the books that have impacted each of us greatly. Each of us in the Fab 5 have different ways that we prefer to engage with books, whether it’s audiobooks, physically reading, active note-taking, or any other way, each is valuable. Learn what technique works best for you to engage with books because the important thing is to keep learning, growing, and opening your mind. Tune in to learn our takeaways from our recent book club book Think and Grow Rich, the different ways we each engage with books, and the importance of being a life-long learner. In This Episode You Will Learn Why we chose Think and Grow Rich as our book club book (3:15)Why all ways of engaging with books are valuable (9:25)The importance of reading self-help books and leadership books (17:46)Important takeaways from the book Death by Meeting (19:48)Why reading for learning and success is important (25:41)How joining a book club provides accountability (31:59)ResourcesBook - Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill Book - Leadership and the One Minute Manager by Ken Blanchard Book - Death by Meeting by Patrick LencioniBook - It Feels Good to Feel Good by Cheryl Meyer Book - Liver Rescue by Anthony William Book - The Go Giver by John David Mann Let’s Connect!About UsJoin the Facebook GroupInstagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
What are you being called to do? How do you recognize that you’re being called? Being called can mean many things for everyone. Some may call it a bigger purpose, intuition, a higher power, or a spiritual moment, to name a few. Many of us are hyper-focused on finding what our big purpose is that we put pressure on to define us. However, purpose is not just one thing. Being called in multiple directions is of the same importance and is something that all of us in the Fab 5 recommend acting upon. In today’s episode, we talk about the importance of taking action on the things we are called to do, even if they are out of our comfort zone. When you start taking action on callings, you will notice your body, mind, and soul become fulfilled. Tune in to this episode to learn our moments of being called upon, why we all have more than one purpose, and how to develop confidence in your intuition. In This Episode You Will Learn Why challenging moments lead us to beautiful outcomes (3:38)About setting priorities to live in your purpose (10:11)That we all have more than one purpose in life (20:37)The importance of serving from love - serves us and others (26:39)Why stepping out of your comfort zone will always be of value (30:18)How each of the Fab 5 have developed confidence in their intuition (33:00)Let’s Connect!About UsJoin the Facebook GroupInstagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Good People, Today’s episode is the continuation of my conversation with Nathen Aaren: a business coach who helps people find and fund their dream opportunities. He teaches how to identify your dream life, how to raise the money to live into it, and how to stop trading your time for money with a 9 to 5 corporate job. Throughout this conversation, Nathen and I continue talking about his journey and why the things that stop us can be critical to our life story and wellbeing. Nathen specifically talks about his health issues that ultimately led him to stop overworking and implement balance and rhythm in his life. This is a fantastic episode with great insights. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. In This Episode You Will Learn: Why the things that “stop” us are important in our journey - specifically COVID-19 (3:29)How Nathen breaks his day up to allow himself balance (7:00)How automating, delegating, and systemizing can create more rhythm in your life (9:27)Nathen’s advice for listeners interested in raising capital (13:02)How gratitude and intuition create miracles (15:02)Why negative thoughts are helpful when we use them to our advantage (21:17)Connect with Nathen Aaren:WebsiteYouTube TwitterLinkedIn See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
We’ve all had those days. You know, those days: the kind that make you want to turn off your phone, pull the covers back over your head, and just disappear for a while. But what do we do instead? We get up, we drink way too much coffee, and then look at ourselves in the mirror and tell ourselves to power up and push through - which is the exact opposite of what your body is signaling you to do. If that pressure is so unnatural, then why do we force ourselves to abide by it? In this episode, Karlee sits down for a vibrant conversation with Michela O’Connor Abrams, former CEO of Dwell Magazine, and Owner of Moca+ in San Francisco. Her agency puts design thinking at the forefront of media campaigns for an impressive list of global clientele. Michela is a sought after keynote speaker who shares her wisdom of leadership to help people better understand how to effectively inspire teams to work as a whole. Michela believes in the power of the collective team. When a leader is grounded, humble in their execution of authority, and asking questions rather than stating demands, the organization thrives. In order to achieve all of those things, leaders need to approach their teams as humans. Her leadership philosophy is based on the idea that we’re not put in these human bodies, full of feelings, just to bottle up our emotions and pretend that everything is ok. Bottling it up just gets you behind. Today we’re talking about a new form of leadership that’s actually built around humbleness - as in, groundedness. It’s not modesty, and it’s definitely not weakness. It’s an example of leadership that has driven Michela’s success. Knowing what to share and when to share it will actually strengthen the tapestry of your company, and the entire collective fabric of women in leadership. If you’re ready to find out how to show strength through vulnerability, effectively process your feelings, and help build the greater collective consciousness of women allies everywhere, then this episode is for you. Some Questions I Ask:What are some of the entry-level steps that got you interested in design and leadership? (7:39)How do you know when it’s time to move on? (10:27)How did you first recognize that humility was an important component of who you were? (15:01)What does resilience look like when you're not toughing it out? (31:50)How did you gauge what was appropriate to talk about with your team in moments of vulnerability? (40:51)If you came with a warning label, what would it say? (50:41)What is one thing you know to be true? (52:38)In This Episode You Will Learn:Why it’s ok not to know everything (9:27)What humility in leadership looks like (13:43)How to know when it’s time to speak up and when it’s time to observe (22:27)How shaking things up can actually result in better outcomes (25:54)The true definition of resilience (32:28)How to partake in the collective conscience (45:28)How to identify what you really want (51:16)People Mentioned In This Episode: Shelley Tatum KieranResources Mentioned In This Episode: Episode 48: Rising Together: Hear Revolutionary Career-Driven Women Share Their Wits & Wisdom Inside Our Podcast Pajama Party Collective Conscience — The MOCA+ Salon SeriesThe Thank-You Project: Cultivating Happiness One Letter of Gratitude at a Time by Nancy Davis Kho Connect with Michela O'Connor Abrams:LinkedInMOCA+Connect With Karlee: WebsiteLinkedInInstagramMessy and Magnificent is produced by the folks at Ginni Media. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Do you have metrics in place to measure your job performance? Do your team members have their own measurements in place for their goals? Metrics and measurements are a vital part of working towards a goal, individually and collectively. Without metrics, how are you supposed to know what you’re striving for? When team members have clear measurements in place for their role and understand how they will be quantified, goals don’t appear as lofty and motivation rises. Clear metrics make for a happy team and a happy and effective leader. In this episode, I dive into the details of my “Six Steps to Better Measurement” that I live by and use in my own personal and professional goals. Tune in to Episode 2 to learn about the importance of metrics, the six steps, and my challenge for you this week. In This Episode You Will Learn Why you should believe metrics are important (4:37)How to decide what to measure (6:07)My favorite takeaways from the book Leadership Fables (9:57)Why you should define how your measure will quantify (10:57)The importance of gathering baseline data (12:01)Why you need to set a clear timeframe for an employee to follow up with you (13:43)What to do if someone is unwilling to measure (15:39)Why celebration is a key step for reinforcement (17:38)How I applied measurements to parenting (19:43)My challenge for listeners (23:49) 6 Steps to better metrics with your team:Believe Metrics are important (and help your team believe it as well) Decide what to measure Decide how your measure will be quantified Gather baseline data and set minimum standards, expectations, or goals Set a clear follow-up timeframe Celebrate successes Mentioned in this episode:Book: Douglas W. Hubbard - How to Measure Anything: Finding the Value of Intangibles in BusinessBook: Patrick Lencioni - The Truth About Employee Engagement: A Fable About Addressing the Three Root Causes of Job MiseryLet’s connect!WebsiteLinkedInInstagram Facebook See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Today is election day in the United States! This is a historic election that has brought upon record-breaking numbers of early voters exercising their fundamental right in our democracy.In this episode, I want to remind you that your voice matters, and you can have an impact on the future of our country. If you haven’t already, go vote! In This Episode You Will Learn Why there is no guest today. (1:29)My message to anyone who hasn’t voted, yet. (1:52)Useful Rejuvenaging Resources:Website: https://www.thementalhealthgym.com/Book: Dr. Ron Kaiser -Rejuvenaging: The Art and Science of Growing Older with EnthusiasmEmail: ron.kaiser@thementalhealthgym.comTEDx Talk: Aging Enthusiastically to Make the World a Better Place See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Joining me on the show today is my very own personal trainer, Megan Assman! During isolation, I’ve had the opportunity to attend a few of her classes virtually and since visiting Sioux Falls have finally had the chance to meet her in person. We discuss her unique journey within the health and fitness industry, coming from an extensive background in politics, and what she hopes to achieve at her company, ‘Mega Strong.’ It’s so important, particularly now, to focus on our physical and mental wellbeing, and having the right mindset going in is crucial in achieving the results we desire. Megan shares how her tough coaching style has played a role in helping her clients build on this mentality, why she has worked so hard to foster a sense of community in her sessions, as well as her insights into clean eating and nutrition. To learn more, tune in to Episode 23 of Moving Beyond Your Tribe!Some Questions I Ask:What do your online workouts entail? (2:37)How did your business get started? (11:18)How was the name ‘Mega Strong’ born? (19:44)What has your Mom’s progression throughout her fitness journey looked like? (23:11)How does it make you feel knowing you’ve made such an impact on your family? (29:59)What is it about ‘Mega Strong’ that you think attracts people to the business? (32:03)What’s next for you? (39:56)What are the three key elements that have led to your success? (42:01)In This Episode You Will Learn:Why it’s so important for Megan to start her workouts with motivational quotes (4:10)Megan’s mission statement for her classes (8:03)How Megan has cultivated such a strong community within the fitness sector (10:05)Why Megan chose to leave her previous job working for a non-profit (17:15)How running ‘Mega Strong’ full time gave Megan more time with her Daughter (18:10)Megan’s perspective on nutrition and ‘clean eating’ (21:20)How Megan approaches each of her workouts & Why she’s so proud of the clients she’s worked with (26:19)The human aspect to Megan’s coaching style & Why moderation is so important in relation to unhealthy foods (35:48)How Megan’s work has made her a more confident and empathetic individual (45:01)Let’s Connect!LinkedInTwitterInstagramConnect With Megan Assman:InstagramFacebook Page - ‘Mega Strong Fitness’Resources:Book: ‘Can’t Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds’ Author, David Goggins See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
As the year is slowly drawing to a close, many out there have taken this time in isolation to reflect and refocus on what is truly important to us. In today’s episode, I’m going to be sharing my take on how we can bring in the New Year with a sense of pride and excitement and how we can focus on our goals in spite of all the upcoming holiday stress! I’ll be talking about how I’ve seen the restrictions of Covid-19 affect those around me, how we can harness our courage in the face of adversity, and why next year is one we should be bringing in with curiosity rather than dread. To hear more, tune in to Episode 25 of Joyful-Souls!In This Episode You Will Learn:Why the holidays tend to take precedence over our goals at the end of the year (1:54)Advice for how we can meet our holiday expectations and still finish the year on a strong note (3:49)Why planning is so important when working under time constraints (4:02)How I’ve seen the loss of commute time affect people within my life (5:46)Why some couples have chosen to work on their relationship during isolation (6:53)Why I’ve neglected to prioritize the ‘musts’ in my life (8:38)How I’m going to make my health and fitness a priority (9:55)What I challenge my listeners to ask themselves in preparation for the New Year (11:45)Let’s Connect!InstagramFacebookEmail: traceybenson@joyfulsouls.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Here's to getting intimate, connecting with yourself, and getting over your fears in the bedroom. Whether you’re gay, straight, single, or in a relationship, we all have some insecurities around our sex lives. What we like, what we don’t like, how to communicate what we want, or how often we actually get physically intimate. But these conversations don’t happen very often in our society. These conversations are “supposed” to stay quiet, hidden behind closed doors. So, let’s start changing that. For this week’s pod, I’m so excited to share with you my conversation with Dr. Cheryl Fraser, a Buddhist psychologist, and sought-after relationship expert. She’s sharp, frank, and fearless, and she’s helped thousands of couples jumpstart their love life and create passion that lasts a lifetime. If you feel like you’ve lost some of the thrill around sex or if you’re not having the sexual connection you’d like in the bedroom, Dr. Cheryl is going to walk you through how to tap into that energy, work through some fears that may be blocking you, and present you with actionable steps to help you and your partner(s) get that thrill and fire back. Some Questions I Ask: What is your Ph.D. in? (5:14)How do we begin creating our own happiness? (9:54)Is it true that long-term couples have sex twice per week on average? (27:30)How do you embrace the darkness in us for sex? (32:10)What do you say to women who struggle with feeling like their body isn't desirable? (39:00)Can you share your mission with us? (45:09)In This Episode You Will Learn: Why relationships are so difficult even when they seem like they should be easy. (5:45)The 3 keys to passion: intimacy, thrill and sensuality. (10:31)How to become sexually liberated. (14:28)How Dr. Cheryl and her husband met. (16:24)Why you need to start scheduling sex with your long-term partner. (24:01)The bravest and intimate act partners can do within their relationship. (33:50)How to share dark sexual fantasies with your partner. (38:18)Connect with Dr. Cheryl Fraser: WebsiteFacebookContactResources: Buddha’s Bedroom by Dr. Cheryl Fraser See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
What’s up, babe?! Welcome back to another episode of Boldly Courageous! Today, I have the fabulous Haley Helveston on the show to talk about the absolute importance of sexual healing. There is so much discomfort and awkwardness around sex, especially for us as women, but Haley is an expert. She’s sharing her wisdom and light to help us all connect with our divine feminine energy, and learn about our bodies, and start truly enjoying sex! I learned a ton from this episode, and I know you will, too, so let’s get started!____________________________________________________________________________________Who Is Haley Helveston?Haley Helveston is a Sacred Sexuality and Religion coach. She is passionate about helping women deepen their connections with themselves and experience thriving romantic relationships as a result. As such, she coaches clients one-on-one via zoom and hosts in-person workshops.Haley is also the host of the podcast Your Guide to Love. There, she shares her wisdom on subjects ranging from healing your relationship with masculine energy to breathwork to the many types of orgasms you can have. She interviews fascinating and brilliant people on all subjects related to sex and sexuality, and she’s teaching women to own their sexual power. I highly recommend checking it out!But Haley’s had a long journey to become the sex expert that she is now. At one point in her life, she worked as a holistic health coach, took medication for her mental health problems, and found herself literally incapable of having an orgasm. She decided to take her sexual healing into her own hands, and that led her to a sexual retreat in Costa Rice. She dove headfirst into studying sexuality and spirituality, and after that, made the decision to become a sex and relationship coach.Since then, Haley has helped so many women heal from their past sexual wounds. She literally heals women generations before her, and I’m sure she’ll heal generations after her too. Haley has a genuine light that I think the whole world needs to see! Let’s get started!____________________________________________________________________________________In This Episode You Will Learn…Why sexual healing is importantThe importance of giving full-body consent to sexHow to tell your partner that your body is saying “no” to sexThe importance of developing a strong relationship with your bodyThe importance of feeling safe in every area of your lifeWhy a strong pelvic floor is importantThat there are dozens of types of orgasms you can haveHow a healthy sex life impacts the rest of your lifeWhy your relationship with money can impact your sex life____________________________________________________________________________________Get Into Haley’s Vortex:Instagram | PodcastBe Boldly Courageous with Melissa:Instagram | Community
My guest today is someone I’ve been anticipating since ‘Enhanced Living’s’ inception. Bridget Sampson is a prolific figure within the self-coaching industry and has worked as a successful consultant at ‘Sampson’s Coaching and Consulting’ for over twenty-five years. She is also an exceptional communicator, having taught courses at multiple universities on interpersonal and business communications as a Professor of Communication Studies. Through her line of work, she has developed a ‘5 Part Model’ that acts as a framework for understanding and interpreting our own responses to certain situations. Incorporating methodologies used in cognitive therapy and many prominent spiritual philosophies, Bridget works to bring our awareness to the forefront, helping clients to recognize and reconfigure their own limiting beliefs. In this episode, we discuss what the ‘law of attraction’ consists of in regards to taking action, how Bridget has used the ‘5 Step Model’ in her coaching sessions, and Bridget’s experience as the mother of a transgender daughter. Bridget also shares a few of the upcoming projects she and her daughter have been working on that raise awareness on trans rights and the trans community. Tune in to Episode 20 of ‘Enhanced Living’ to hear more!Some Questions I Ask:Could you share what your ‘self-coaching model’ refers to? (2:29)What do you think is the most effective tool we can use to hone our awareness? (4:52)Could you talk about what the concept of enjoying the result from a negative thought pattern looks like? (18:40)Could you share what you’ve learned from having a transgendered daughter? (25:08)What is one piece of advice you could give to my listeners to help them enhance their lives? (38:15)In This Episode You Will Learn:Why meditation is so beneficial when acknowledging our own beliefs and thoughts (5:29)The importance of practicing self-love and inner kindness (8:33)Why Bridget’s coaching method helps us to understand where limiting beliefs stem from & How we assign ‘value judgments’ to our thoughts (9:20)How Bridget used her ‘5 Step Model’ in relation to Covid-19 (11:37)Why taking action ties into the ‘law of attraction’ (13:26)How aligning our thoughts with our intentions creates the best outcome (14:03)Why it’s important for us to process emotion in a healthy way (20:19)Why we should remember that the LGBTQIA+ experience belongs to those in that community (31:26)Information on Bridget’s upcoming workshops and projects which highlight the trans community (36:24)Let’s Connect!WebsiteInstagramEnhanced Living - Facebook GroupEnhanced Living - Youtube ChannelThe Vegans Three - Youtube ChannelConnect With Bridget Sampson:LinkedIn‘Sampson Coaching & Consulting’ - WebsiteResources:Book: ‘Communications Secrets For Success’ Author, Bridget SampsonTEDx Talk: ‘How Public Speaking Will Change Your Life’ Bridget SampsonBook: ‘Loving What Is: Four Questions That Can Change Your Life’ Author, Byron Katie See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
As election season looms, tensions will naturally start to rise. This year especially has brought with it new challenges and obstacles in the form of the current Coronavirus pandemic, which has only amplified our need for strong and compassionate leadership. What I feel we’ve lost in the face of disagreements that are politically charged, is the ability to communicate respectfully. It feels so much of the time, we approach confrontation with a need to be right, rather than a desire to listen. In this episode, I’m going to be discussing how social media has played a role in the exacerbation of strong emotions, why I believe we should abolish the ‘partisan’ system in US politics, and why we should be more open to each other’s viewpoints. I also share some of my experiences within the Real Estate field, touching on how Covid-19 has affected both tenants and landlords, as well as my personal opinion on these disputes. It’s going to be one you’ll definitely want to engage with, so join me on Episode 20 of Joyful Souls to hear more!In This Episode You Will Learn:Why tensions run higher around this time of year (2:25)Why I don’t align with the traditional ‘partisan’ system (3:14)How social media has fed politically driven arguments & Why Covid-19 and the Election are creating tension (5:06)My response to the hate and misinformation that is spread on social media (7:19)Why we need to engage in respectful political discourse, even if we disagree (9:22)The responsibility we have over our online interactions & Why we shouldn’t judge others solely off of their profiles (11:47)A political conversation I recently had with my neighbor in the grocery store (15:19)How I’ve seen Covid-19 affect landlords under new tenancy orders (16:59)The misconceptions I’ve noticed around landlords (20:22)My opinion on the financial elements to halting evictions (23:00)Let’s Connect!InstagramFacebookEmail: traceybenson@joyfulsouls.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Joining me today is someone who has truly embodied the ways of Nomadic living, Boris Coll! Boris is a student of metaphysics and spirituality and is actively pursuing a career in Screenwriting. He is also the creator of the Facebook Group ‘Quantum Island’, a community that values the insights and conversations surrounding spirituality and personal growth. Though spiritual practices have been frowned upon or thought less of by some individuals, there are a plethora of personal accounts and deeply rooted scientific evidence to support its benefits. In this episode, we’ll be diving into the inherent spiritual energy at the core of everything around us, how meditation has helped Boris through Covid-19, and why it is such a rewarding practice to incorporate into your everyday routine. To learn more, tune in to Episode 16 of Enhanced Living!Some Questions I Ask:How have you managed to move everything you own into only a few bags & Why did you decide to do it? (2:24)Does it feel liberating to know that you can move your belongings so easily? (4:14)What are some of the most prized books in your collection? (6:25)What inspired you to start the ‘Quantum Island’ Facebook Group? (8:00)What does your everyday routine look like & What role has meditation had on your spiritual evolution? (21:45)How has meditation helped to improve the quality of your life? (29:08)What’s lighting you up right now in terms of your screenwriting career? (35:39)In This Episode You Will Learn:Why the people Boris meets are so vital to his personal growth (10:13)How Boris mitigates being a DJ with practicing spirituality & Why the two are so interconnected (12:08)The scientific correlations to spirituality and vibrational sound (15:53)Why we should practice being less judgemental towards others & Be more aware of our negative habits (19:13)What ‘Divergent’ or ‘Open Focus’ meditation is & How it relates to our chakras (24:11)Why meditation helps us to ‘self actualize’ & How we can blend science and spirituality (26:59)How meditation reduces our impulse to catastrophize an upcoming situation (32:52)Why meditation made Boris comfortable with the concept of ‘not knowing’ (34:46)Let’s Connect!WebsiteInstagramEnhanced Living - Facebook GroupEnhanced Living - Youtube ChannelThe Vegans Three - Youtube ChannelConnect With Boris Coll:’Quantum Island’ - Facebook GroupInstagramFacebookResources:Book: ‘Conversations With God’ Author, Neale Donald WalschBook: ‘Illusions’ Author, Richard BachBook: ‘The Pillars of The Earth’ Author, Ken FollettBook: ‘Becoming Supernatural: How Common People Are Doing the Uncommon’ Author, Dr. Joe Dispenza See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
What’s up, babe?! Welcome back to the Boldly Courageous podcast! Today, we’re going through seven different types of returns you can receive for your investments. When we think of receiving a return on our financial investments, we’re primarily thinking about financial returns, right? If I invest $1000 in my business, I want to know how quickly I can make and exceed $1000 in new revenue. But the truth is there are other ways you can receive a return on your investment, and they are just as important — if not more important — than your financial returns. So if you’re ready to learn about the other essential returns on your financial investments, read on!______________________________________________________________________________________________________In This Episode You Will Learn…Why a financial investment is really a co-creation with your moneyThe difference between spending and investingThe importance of bringing awareness around your mindset around moneyThat most businesses are not profitable right awayThe seven different types of returns on your moneyHow to determine if something is a good or bad investment for you______________________________________________________________________________________________________Be Boldly Courageous with Melissa:Instagram | Community
Have you ever found yourself suppressing your natural talents and abilities so that you wouldn’t offend other people? Or maybe you make yourself appear better or smarter, or even more skilled than you actually are? In today’s episode, I talk about why it’s vital for us all to be exactly who we are. I discuss the idea of diminishing our light to fit in with people, and why that’s one of the worst things that you can do, and I also talk about why being authentically yourself is the best thing that you can be. For a deeper insight into our conversation, have a listen to Episode 13 of Enhanced Living! In This Episode You Will Learn:● Why you shouldn’t diminish your light (1:45) ● Where this came from (2:15)● The desire to fit in (3:57)● We all have a gift (4:30)● You become like those you associate with the most (5:53)● Help others evolve too (6:35)● Be the light (7:32)● Never apologize for who you are (8:54)● Diary of a wimpy kid (10:21)● The most liberating thing you can do (11:45) Let’s Connect:● Website● Instagram● Enhanced Living - Youtube Channel● The Vegans Three - Youtube Channel See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Meditation is something that almost everyone has encountered at some point in their life. You’ve either been encouraged to try it, or you’ve experienced it yourself, but at bare minimum you’ve heard of it. Why spend time sitting in stillness? What’s the point of meditating? In this episode, I talk about why meditation is so powerful, and the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual benefits of a daily meditation practice. I give some insight about how meditating creates space in your life so that you can positively act – instead of negatively RE-acting – in virtually every situation within which you find yourself, and I even discuss the transient nature of what we call reality. For deeper insight, have a listen to Episode 5 of Enhanced Living! In This Episode You Will Learn:● Why meditate at all? (1:33) ● Definition of Oneness (2:05)● No-thing is “real” (3:56)● Perception is reality (4:35)● Everything is an illusion (5:26)● What’s the point of meditating? (6:12)● What I know to be true (6:41)● What meditation actually does for you (7:38)● Creating space in real time (10:22)● Why meditation is so important (12:20)● Keep what resonates, let go of the rest (15:01) Let’s Connect:WebsiteInstagramEnhanced Living - Facebook GroupEnhanced Living - Youtube ChannelThe Vegans Three - Youtube Channel See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
EPISODE GUEST:Meredith Bell has been an entrepreneur since 1982 and has a wealth of insight and experience for today's Leaders and Legacy Makers. She is an expert in helping companies develop the people side of their business. She's president of Performance Support Systems a global software company that provides leaders with assessment and development tools. She's created business and customer relationships that have lasted up to 30 years!EPISODE SPONSOR:The Innate Wisdom Business Council a professional mastermind that empowers purpose-driven, socially conscious leaders to amplify their instincts, transcend limitations and leverage their position to increase profits while creating positive change in the world.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:Why your traditional education does not need to limit your potential in businessHow to avoid being disappointed in business partnerships or strategic alliances and make sure it's funHow to give and receive constructive feedback and transition from taking things personally to welcoming inputAllowing for different thinking speeds and styles and making agreements for how to interact effectively and diplomaticallyBuilding strong customer relationships that last for decadesA better way to conduct leadership and employee reviewsCreating the calmness and clarity needed to make good decisionsIf you want to learn how to build powerful partnerships, customer loyalty, and overcome some of the pitfalls that naturally happen when you interact with other humans, give this episode a listen.
In This Episode You Will Learn:•Why these officers/practitioners answered the call to participate in this discussion, at this time?•What it was like to be associated with law enforcement when America erupted?•What, if anything has changed since May 25th, the day George Floyd was killed?•If these officers/practitioners have faith in the possibility that things will actually change?The doctors are joined by a group of veteran Public Safety Officers, Detective Lance Watkins, Sergeant DeAndre’ Hutchison, Officer Desiree Stanislas, Detective Eric Carr, and Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Verdi Lethermon.Detective Lance Watkins, a dedicated law enforcement professional with a combined total of 29 years in the fields of Corrections, Policing, and Military Intelligence. He’s an Adjunct Professor at Lee Community College where he teaches in-class and online criminal justice courses.Sergeant DeAndre’ Hutchison, is the President of the African American Police Officers League and has been a member of the Houston Police Department (HPD) for the past 8 years. As the newly elected President of AAPOL, he is actively working with the Mayor of Houston, HPD’s Police Chief, and AAPOL Board members to improve HPD’s recruiting efforts.Officer Desiree Stanislas is a veteran police officer with more than 10 years in law enforcement. She is committed to public service and passionate about promoting positive relationships with both her colleagues and the community.Detective Eric Carr is the Executive Director of the African American Police Officers League. He’s been with the Houston Police Dept. for 17-years and an award-winning Detective assigned to the Cyber & Financial Crimes Division where he specializes in ID theft & Elder Exploitations.Dr. Verdi Lethermon is an author, teacher, and clinical psychologist who worked in law enforcement for 20+ years. She retired in 2014 as the Director of the Psychological Services Division for the Houston Police Department. Since retiring, she has expanded her private practice and serves as an adjunct professor at St. Thomas University in the Department of Criminology, Law and Society.The killing of George Floyd ignited the nation and sparked a movement that can no longer be contained. It was a bitter reminder of the fact that Institutional Racism is alive and well and continues to wreak havoc of Black Americans, including those who strive to Balance Black and Blue. During this episode, these officers share their experiences, as the struggle to toe the line between living black in America and maintaining their commitment to community service. So get ready, it’s time for straight talk, no chaser!Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this conversation are the contributors own, and do not represent the views or opinions of any current or past employer, department, or agency.We're social, connect with us today:Built4Agility.orgAgilelemonade.comInstagramTwitter#agilelemonade #power2pivot #theory2action #built4agility #publicsafetyreimagined #communitycapacitybuilding #togetherwewin
What makes you stand out from the crowd? Once you step into the audition room, that’s not the time to start playing it small. That’s the time to start taking risks, to be bold, and to leave a piece of your soul. That’s what’s going to make you stand out from the crowd: refusing to play it small and playing full-out. On this episode, I talk with Kanica Suy, a life and career coach with 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry. Her main focus has been working with talent to develop and grow their careers both in front of the camera as well as in business. Throughout our conversation, Kanica shares her strategies for bringing the best out of her clients, providing tips on everything from getting an agent, growing your social media, and how to create a self-tape. It’s time to make your move! Some Questions I Ask: How did you wind up in Hollywood? (2:20)What’s your advice to aspiring actors looking to get some representation? (4:10)What should aspiring actors put on their Instagram or Facebook for casting directors to see? (10:23)What should actors not do when looking to get representation? (21:49)What’s the future look like for the casting world? (26:03)In This Episode You Will Learn: Why confidence is the most essential characteristic you can bring to the audition room. (4:18)How to prepare and put your best self forward to propel your career. (5:02)Why social media followers will never replace talent. (9:27)How to create a self-tape. (11:38)Why taking risks and being bold will land you the role you’re looking for. (17:32)How Hollywood has evolved over the last 20 years. (24:24)Connect with Kanica Suy: WebsiteInstagramLet’s Connect! Manhattan Actor StudioResources: Inner-City Filmmakers See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
After 4 months of laying low, parts of the world are starting to open back up. While it seems like everyone around you is prepared to go back to normal, you might be feeling called to go inward. Maybe you’re starting to realize that during this time, you were showing up for everybody else, doing all the things, and only now are you feeling the call to re-energize and reground yourself. This is your opportunity to process what just happened - and what is still unknown - and get clarity about the unique ways you will move forward. In this episode, Karlee shares all about her culmination practice, which is a step-by-step professional process to observe the past and spark positive change for your future. This is a time investment in your life and business, enabling you to thoughtfully notice what’s working, what’s nourishing you, and how you can prepare for the next cycle of growth. (Get the Culmination Mastersheet Karlee Mentions In This Episode for Free Below "Episode 36" Here)Tune in to get clear about what you’ve just experienced and move forward with confidence. In This Episode You Will Learn: Why you might be feeling the pull to re-energize now, just as the world is opening back up. (1:03)How to listen to your inner wisdom and truth, even when society tells you differently. (6:22)What is culmination? (10:59)What Karlee’s culmination process looks like in her own business. (12:19)How to start your own culmination practice. (14:58)Examples of how other driven women utilize this culmination practice. (20:13)How to move forward from your culmination session. (22:33)People I Mention: Suzi Banks BaumDr. Maria SiroisResources:Get the Culmination Mastersheet Karlee Mentions In This Episode for Free Below "Episode 36" HereEpisode 3: 4 Phases of Growth and Sustaining SuccessEpisode 35: Trust Your KnowingNavigating a Graceful Transition: Your New Best Life with Karlee Fain and Maria Sirois (Free Online Workshop) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
It’s time for another Q&A with Janet Fienemann!This week is all about diving deep within, learning to listen to our inner voice, and finding ways to nurture ourselves no matter what obstacles come our way. Together, Janet and I answer questions around cultivating positive communities both online and offline, why it’s so important to care for yourself when life seems to get in the way, and what the path to healing from abandonment looks like.Tune in to learn how to set boundaries in various aspects of your life, create positive spaces, and start your own journey to healing from past hurt.Let’s make it an awesome day!Some Questions I Ask:How do you talk to negative friends without letting them bring you down? (2:25)How do you nurture a relationship with a loved one who is an addict? (10:49)How can I heal my heart from past abandonment? (16:10)In This Episode You Will Learn:Why it’s important to limit negativity in your life and surround yourself with the right people. (4:45)How to limit set boundaries for yourself around your interaction with negative energy. (6:37)Why it’s important to enter into relationships to give rather than to get. (16:21)What the journey to healing from abandonment practically looks like. (23:52)How to access your unconsciousness to effectively access and heal trauma. (26:38)Connect with Nicole:EmailFacebook Facebook Group: Believe It - Achieve ItInstagramConnect with Janet: EmailWebsiteFacebookInstagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Today, it’s just me! We’ve all had an incredibly heavy past few weeks and a lot of us are in need of some levity at the moment. So often, we fall into the pattern of blaming ourselves that we aren’t being productive in times of crisis but we need to remember that our systems are recovering from overdrive right now, so this is a time to reflect. Taking accountability is something I fully believe in and preach to my clients. I believe in adopting a mindset of radical responsibility and understanding the root cause of an issue. In this episode, I discuss journaling techniques that have helped me through personal issues, how Covid-19 has impacted our ability to take responsibility, and ways we can break our patterns and adjust to change. To hear more on how we can learn to stay balanced in times of distress, tune in to Episode 9 of Joyful-Souls! In This Episode You Will Learn:Why we need to indulge in moments of levity at the moment (1:10)How we have started to blame isolation for more in our lives (4:01)How our routines are being affected by Covid-19 & How we apply meaning in times of distress (6:38)Why we should start taking ‘radical responsibility’ (8:46)Why journaling is beneficial in finding the root cause of an issue (9:31)How journaling helped me solve a recurring issue my Husband and I had (12:14)How events in our childhood have affected us in our adult lives and translated into relationship issues (17:06)Ways we can break our patterns & What techniques help me personally (23:00)Let’s Connect!InstagramFacebookEmail See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
On this episode, join Mary as she kicks off the month's new topic of EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE. Mary will guide you through a new understanding of your emotions. Through gaining a better understanding of what is happening in your mind and body as emotions arise, you can feel empowered to face them head on. Most of us have learned unhealthy patterns of stuffing, numbing or denying our emotions because of fearing the emotions themselves. Often times we feel like they will be too intense, and we don't know how to process them without going crazy. So today we're going to demystify the emotional experience. Mary breaks down the anatomy of emotions and leaves you feeling more knowledgeable about how your own brain works. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN… -Why we are scared to feel the full range of emotions -Why as women we feel the need to hold our emotions back -Why befriending our emotions is one of the keys to living fully alive -What emotions are and where they come from -The connection between our emotions and past memories -To see emotions as vibrations aka energy in motion -How to separate emotional feelings from our identity -That emotions are not always facts -And so much more! — Full List of Episodes & Show Notes: https://www.maryhyatt.com/show Grab Your Anxiety Recovery Kit Now: https://www.maryhyatt.com/recoverykit Subscribe to My Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/maryhyatt Babe, Redefined 6 Week Course: https://www.maryhyatt.com/baberedefined Sign Up For My Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/c1JNJv Follow Me On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryghyatt/
YOU HAVE TO LET GO. So many of us make decisions because we feel like we have to do something. Whether it’s the religion we grew up in, what our parents want, or what we feel is culturally acceptable, we often betray ourselves. But you can only live this way for so long before you start to break down. You’ll lose sight of who you are and suddenly realize you don’t know how to find it. It’s a lonely feeling. For me, this point came after I got injured in football. I was forced to look at my decisions and figure out what I wanted. On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk about spirituality, relationships, and mental health with one of the most successful musicians of all time: Dan Reynolds. Dan Reynolds is the lead singer of Imagine Dragons and a recipient of the Songwriters Hall of Fame Hal David Starlight Award. He shares how he had a crisis of faith after being raised Mormon. He almost divorced his wife and left everything behind. But he was able to make some changes and find himself again. So get ready to learn how to stop living a people-pleasing life and stay true to yourself on Episode 890. Some Questions I Ask: How were you able to make your relationship work? (05:00) Why do you think people don’t share how they feel? (38:00) Do you believe it’s more powerful to create from a place of pain or love? (43:40) What’s your greatest fear? (42:00) What was the greatest lesson you learned in the last decade? (52:00) In This Episode You Will Learn: Why you can’t live a people-pleasing life (00:00) Dan’s crisis of faith and how Mormonism has affected his life (00:00) About Dan’s work with the LGBTQ community (19:00) Dan’s struggle with depression and anxiety (28:00) Dan’s health journey (45:00) If you enjoyed this episode, check out the video, show notes, more at http://lewishowes.com/890 and follow me on instagram.com/lewishowes
MONEY IS A GREAT SERVANT BUT A BAD MASTER. Money can get a bad rap. You hear stories of people who worked so hard to get it, and it left them feeling unhappy. Some people even call it the root of all evil. But what if you used money as a tool for happiness? If you spend it wisely, it can help you have better health, better relationships, and more time for the things that fill you up. Instead of making money the problem, make it work for you. For this Five Minute Friday, I revisited a conversation I had with Gretchen Rubin where she talked about her research on happiness and money. She says that happiness, like money, should be something we observe in the good times and the bad. Learn how to improve your relationship with happiness in Episode 879. In This Episode You Will Learn: Why you need to think about happiness in the good times and the bad (2:00) How money relates to happiness (03:00) The difference between buying things and experiences (3:30) If you enjoyed this episode, check out the video, show notes and more at http://www.lewishowes.com/879 and follow at http://www.instagram.com/879
LOVE THYSELF. Our wounds often rob us of the life we were meant to live. Many of us live with pain and regret. It becomes a vicious cycle. We have the power to break the cycle. You deserve to heal. You deserve to love yourself. It is possible to move through life as a healed person. There is no reason to live in pain. Your best life is waiting for you. All you need is the courage and commitment to make it a reality. On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk about what it takes to heal yourself, love yourself, and empower others around you with “The Millenial Oprah”: Cleo Wade. Cleo Wade is a best-selling author, artist, mentor, activist, and poet. Her work reflects her spirit and her belief in the power to create change through self-love, commitment, self-care, and social justice. Cleo was named one of America’s 50 Most Influential Women by Marie Claire. She sits on the board of The Lower East Side Girls Club, The National Black Theatre in Harlem, as well as the advisory board of Gucci’s Chime for Change. So get ready to learn how to heal yourself and love deeper, wider, and bigger on Episode 875. Some Questions I Ask: How do we start to heal a wound? (3:55) How do we get to a place of deserving and feeling worthy? (10:20) What are the ingredients of a big life? (14:40) How does someone deal with self-doubt? (22:00) What’s the most significant trauma you’ve had to overcome in your life? (27:37) In This Episode You Will Learn: Why everything is a habit. (2:20) That no matter what we’ve been through, we deserve our healing. (5:00) The importance of allowing yourself to have your dreams. (11:30) The difference between an opinion and a belief system. (22:00) How to prepare for moments where you’ll need self-care. (25:00) How individuals dealt with someone being violent, disrespectful, or uncivil towards them during the civil rights movement. (35:45) Why men need to learn how to share their emotions. (40:00) If you enjoyed this episode, check out the video, show notes and more at http://www.lewishowes.com/875 and follow at instagram.com/lewishowes.
PEOPLE ARE BETTER THAN WIFI Often, we have talent. We work hard and practice our craft. But something holds us back from reaching our highest potential. Often the things holding us back are fear, doubt, and a lack of self-confidence. Do you have trouble talking to new people in crowded rooms? Are you able to make eye contact when speaking to your peers? Those are some of the things we need to do to improve our relationships. If not, we could be limiting our growth potential. Making better connections is possible, and the rewards are tremendous. It’s up to you. Become more than the work, be the story behind the work. Allow people to connect with that, and there are no limits to what you can accomplish. In today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk about how the importance of making personal connections with the author, film producer, and movie legend: Brian Grazer. Brian Grazer is an Academy Award, Golden Globe, Emmy, and Grammy award-winning producer and New York Times bestselling. His films and television shows have been nominated for 43 Oscars® and 195 Emmys, and he won the Best Picture Oscar for A Beautiful Mind. In addition to A Beautiful Mind, Grazer produced the films American Gangster, 8 Mile, Liar Liar, Parenthood and Splash, and the television series Genius, Empire, 24, Arrested Development, Friday Night Lights and Felicity to name a few. He also produced the documentary The Beatles: Eight Days a Week – The Touring Years, which was a global hit both commercially and critically, having won multiple awards, including the 2017 Grammy for Best Music Film. So, get ready to learn about why personal connections will benefit your life on Episode 868. Some Questions I Ask: What was the movie you learned from the most? (8:00) What did you learn about yourself while making 8 Mile? (14:00) When did you build your self-confidence? (30:00) What are the greatest lessons you’ve learned in Hollywood? (50:00) What’s it like being partners with Ron Howard? (53:00) Who are the top three (3) actors you’ve worked with? (54:00) In This Episode You Will Learn: Why you should learn to trust your intuition. (11:45) The power of thinking big. (20:45) How being face to face is the Wifi of human connections. (23:50) The power of nicknames and why they empower you. (44:00) The importance of being present and interesting. (50:00) If you enjoyed this episode, check out the video, show notes, more at http://lewishowes.com/868, and follow me on http://instagram.com/lewishowes
BE AUTHENTIC- NO MATTER WHAT. We admire great performers. Whether in sports, business, or any other field, we can all appreciate true greatness. But do you have to be born with unique talents to achieve it? Is there a magical gene lottery? If you take the mystery out of the equation, you are left with a simple truth. That path to greatness requires hard work, dedication, and preparation. It’s not easy, but it’s worth it. For this Five Minute Friday, I revisit a conversation I had with Valentin Chmerkovskiy, where he shares how to achieve your “Personal Greatness.” Valentin Chmerkovskiy is a Ukrainian-American professional dancer, best known for his appearances on the U.S. version of ‘Dancing With The Stars,’ where he won twice. He is a two-time World Latin Dance Champion (Junior and Youth) and a 14-time U.S. National Latin Dance champion. Learn what is needed to be a top performer in Episode 858. In This Episode You Will Learn: Why authenticity is more important than perfection (2:00) The importance of being consistent in your preparation (3:00) The steps to achieving personal greatness (3:30) If you enjoyed this episode, check out the video, show notes and more at http://www.lewishowes.com/858 and follow at instagram.com/858
Often, we doubt ourselves and our creative ideas. We think that creative people were born with special abilities. And often, we doubt our creative talents. But, is that what we truly believe? If so, why are those creative ideas still in our heads? Ready to come out. Here’s the truth- they were given to you because you were born to create it. Creativity isn’t a birthright or destination, it’s a process. If you follow the I.D.E.A strategy and keep working, good things will happen. On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk about how everyone has a creative force inside of them and what it takes to develop that creativity with an author, entrepreneur and photographer: Chase Jarvis. Chase Jarvis is an American artist, director, entrepreneur and author who co-founded the on-line educational platform Creative Live. Chase consistently uses his voice to educate and inspire people to achieve their creative potential. As a child, Chase Jarvis loved being creative and started making his own films, but after overhearing his teacher tell his parents “Chase is so much better at sports than arts”, he lost his creative passion and replaced it with a need to achieve athletically. In the following years he became a standout athlete in multiple sports, but his grandfather’s death reignited his creative spirit and since that time he has lived a creative life putting his creative spirit into everything he does. Now, his mission is to help people tap into their creative potential. So, get ready to learn how to unleash your creativity on Episode 853. Some Questions I Ask: Why do we shut down creativity? (13:20) How much happier are creative people? (19:44) How can you make creativity your daily practice? (33:40) Why is it important for artists to build powerful relationships? (38:09) Why did you decide to write the book now? (47:18) In This Episode You Will Learn: Why you should dream big (16:20) Why Mindset Matters (21:50) How to move with intent (34:00) Why building relationships is important (38:09) The I.D.E.A creative process (38:25) If you enjoyed this episode, check out the video, show notes, and more at http://www.lewishoes.com/853 and follow at instagram.com/lewishowes
PLAY MORE CHESS AND LESS CHECKERS. We always make fun of dogs chasing their tails. It’s funny to watch- they spin and spin and spin trying to catch the impossible. They eventually flop onto the ground exhausted. What’s the “tail” you are chasing? You probably think something will change when you finally catch that thing that is just out of reach, but the reality is that it probably won’t. I’ve accomplished so many goals that ultimately left me feeling empty. Stop spinning around reaching for things that won’t ultimately bring you happiness. Instead, focus on the process and the impact you have on others. On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk about figuring out what really matters with a King of New York hospitality: Eugene Remm. Eugene Remm is an entrepreneur and wellness expert whose companies include Catch Hospitality Group (Catch Restaurants, Lexington Brass) and the boxing-inspired group fitness concept Rumble. Forbes Magazine dubbed him one of the “New Kings of New York Hospitality.” Eugene has been able to leverage social media in truly innovative ways by staying ahead of trends and being authentic. He had to learn through failure to be a team player. He now teaches that looking out for the benefit of all benefits you as well. So get ready to learn how to play big and stay humble on Episode 842. Some Questions I Ask: What happened to your nightclubs? (27:00) How do you handle relationships when their investments are lost? (28:00) What was the moment you had the biggest ego slap? (34:30) Why does a nightclub guy think he can start a fitness company? (47:00) How do you attract such high profile investors? (52:00) How do you manage 1000 people? (1:04:00) In This Episode You Will Learn: Why you should focus on the process and not the goal (7:00) Why it’s important to know your limit (21:00) The power of taking accountability for your failures (25:00) Why you need a balance of gut instincts and data (38:00) The three things you need to be successful (40:00) When to lean into a trend and when to go against it (42:00) Why paying people isn’t the number one thing (1:06:00) If you enjoyed this episode, check out the video, show notes and more at http://www.lewishowes.com/842 and follow at instagram.com/lewishowes
LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE. We all have greatness inside us. That’s the whole reason I started this podcast. So why do we make ourselves smaller to fit in with everyone else? Why do we hide? Why do we make excuses? Why do we let others dim our light? By denying our destiny, we create disease, conflict, and unhappiness. Shine your light. It’s not always easy. When you embrace your greatness, others will attack you. You’re challenging their “paradigm.” DO IT ANYWAYS. On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I’ve combined key lessons from Teachers of The Secret: Michael Beckwith, Lisa Nichols, Jack Canfield, John Assaraf, and Bob Proctor. Michael Beckwith, Lisa Nichols, Jack Canfield, John Assaraf, and Bob Proctor are all featured in the book and movie The Secret. Michael Beckwith is a minister, author, and founder of the Agape International Spiritual Center, a New Thought church with a congregation estimated in excess of 8,000 members. Lisa Nichols is a hugely successful entrepreneur, life coach, and CEO of one of the first publicly traded self-development companies. Jack Canfield is the co-author of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, which has more than 250 titles and 500 million copies in print in over 40 languages. John Assaraf is founder of NeuroGym, has built 5 multimillion dollar companies, wrote 2 New York Times Bestselling books and is featured in 8 movies. Bob Proctor is the best-selling author of “You Were Born Rich” and has transformed the lives of millions through his books, seminars, and courses. These teachers help us to use visualization to tell The Universe what we want. It’s not difficult, but it’s a skill many of us have never been taught. So get ready to learn how to master the Law of Attraction on Episode 836. Some Questions I Ask: How do you deal with people trying to dim your light? (07:15) What are you most proud of? (10:00) Is there ever a place for anger? (12:00) How does someone discover their unique calling? (15:00) How can someone be positive when they’re broke and unhealthy? (22:00) In This Episode You Will Learn: Why people attack you when you go after your dream (7:30) How to visualize with emotion to create cognitive dissonance (13:30) Why you should pursue acts of service instead of “things” (17:45) How negative self-talk affects the brain (19:15) The only two beliefs that exist (24:00) The fundamental truths to achieving success (26:00) Why so many brilliant people are not successful (36:00) If you enjoyed this episode, check out the video show notes and more at http://www.lewishowes.com/836 and follow at instagram.com/lewishowes
WE HAVE TO BE HONEST WITH OURSELVES. We learn a lot of coping mechanisms when we’re younger. They help us get through tough times. But so many of us are still carrying around tactics that are no longer needed. They can make us defensive. They can prevent us from developing relationships. And they can hold us back from our goals. We need to “update our software.” Our situation has changed, but our brain has stayed the same. By working through your issues and not being afraid to change, we can learn healthier ways to move through the world. On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk about letting go of the things that no longer serve us with a world-famous comedian: Whitney Cummings. Whitney Cummings is a stand-up comedian, actress and producer. She created the CBS sitcom 2 Broke Girls, the NBC sitcom Whitney, and the movie The Female Brain. She was also a producer and writer for the ABC revival of Roseanne. So get ready to learn all about codependency and reinventing yourself on Episode 832. Some Questions I Ask: When did you realize you were good at stand up? (6:30) What are you most proud of? (29:00) Who was more influential growing up- mom or dad? (51:00) How do you deal with the Hollywood ups and downs? (1:06:00) In This Episode You Will Learn: Why we should forgive our parents (20:00) How anxiety can help you (27:00) How to change the type of people you’re attracted to (36:00) Why your relationship needs to be “boring” (41:30) The difference between interdependence and codependency (48:00) Why financial freedom is important to Whitney (1:00:00) About PC culture and stand up comedy (1:33:00) If you enjoyed this episode, check out the video, show notes and more at: http://www.lewishowes.com/832 and follow at instagram.com/lewishowes.
WE COULD ALL USE A LITTLE MAGIC. Storytelling is an important part of everything you do. Whether you’re trying to sell something, speaking, or building relationships, you can’t ignore the power of story. It’s what causes us to have an emotional connection to something. Magic is an art form that uses storytelling. It’s not just about magic tricks. It’s about what you feel while you’re watching the trick. It’s about what the magician is telling you that changes your memory of the event. And it’s about how you take what you’re seeing and relate it to your story. How can you use the power of magic in your own life? On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I’ve combined lessons about capturing your audience from some of the greatest magicians alive: Penn Jillette, Oz Perlman, Julius Dien, Derren Brown, and Lior Suchard. Derren Brown uses magic, suggestion, psychology, misdirection and showmanship to create series and specials on stage and television. He’s won two Laurence Olivier Awards for Best Entertainment and has also written books for magicians as well as the general public. Lior Suchard is considered to be the world’s greatest mentalist. His mind-blowing performances of thought influence, miraculous prediction and startling mind reading have made him the most sought after mentalist on the planet. He entertains audiences all over the world, which have brought him a list of fans stretching from A-list Hollywood celebrities to heads of state and notorious businessmen. Born and raised in London, Julius Dein has fast become one of the world’s most recognized social media stars. Mixing together mind-blowing magic with hilarious comedy and travel culture, Julius Dein has over 20 million followers across the internet. Oz Pearlman is a world-class entertainer and one of the busiest mentalists in the country. You might recognize him from America’s Got Talent where he placed third out of thousands of acts. Oz has also appeared on a variety of both national and international networks, a few of which include NBC’s Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, The TODAY Show & ABC World News and been profiled in Forbes, The New York Times, to name but a few. When he isn’t blowing the minds of audiences around the world, Oz is an avid marathon and ultra-marathon runner. Penn Jillette is a magician, actor, musician, inventor, television personality, and best-selling author best known for his work with fellow magician Teller as half of the team Penn & Teller. The duo has been featured in numerous stage and television shows such as Penn & Teller: Fool Us, and Penn & Teller: Bullshit!, and are currently headlining in Las Vegas at The Rio. He has published eight books, including the New York Times Bestseller, God, No!: Signs You May Already Be an Atheist and Other Magical Tales. All of these amazing magicians use the same tools to draw in their audience and capture their imaginations. It’s more than impressive tricks, flashing lights, or fancy outfits. So get ready to learn how to harness the power of storytelling on Episode 815. Some Questions I Ask: What is your greatest superpower, Darren Brown? (12:35) Do you feel like you had a good childhood? (17:10) How did you learn how to tell better stories? (19:25) Does mentalism have to do more with emotional intelligence or observed behavior? (35:20) What’s the perfect person to work with as a mentalist? (36:40) In This Episode You Will Learn: Why the stories we tell ourselves restrict us (8:10) The four pillars of magic (15:00) The power of the sense of wonder (16:50) Why you need to combine your message with an emotional response (22:05) The formula for going viral (24:45) Why you should reverse engineer based on the outcome you want (30:45) The power of partnership (38:24) Why empathy is important in art (41:26) If you enjoyed this episode, check out the show notes, video and more at www.lewishowes.com/815 and follow at instagram.com/lewishowes
MEDITATION WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE. A lot of us are suffering, and we don’t even realize it. We’re always on the move. We’re always doing. We’re balancing so many responsibilities. We don’t take time to quiet our minds so that we can start to understand what’s going on up there. That’s why meditation is so powerful. It allows you to get to the root of your problems instead of constantly fixing the symptoms. It’s like flossing your brain. Meditation will get all “gunk” out. On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I’ve combined interviews with experts on meditation: Jay Shetty, Preethaji, Krishnaji, Dan Harris, and Andy Puddacomb. Jay Shetty is a former monk who was named in the Forbes 30 Under 30 Class of 2017 for being a game-changer and influencer in the world of Media. Jay’s daily show HuffPost Live #FollowTheReader, where he interviewed the likes of Russell Brand, Tim Ferriss and Deepak Chopra reached 1 million people daily. Jay aims to share knowledge at the pace we want entertainment, something he likes to call “making wisdom go viral.” He has created content for and partnered with Snapchat, Facebook, National Geographic, Nasdaq and HuffPost to name a few. Preethaji is a modern day Indian philosopher and sage who has co-founded along with her husband Krishnaji the O&O Academy (school to revolutionize and transform human thought), World Youth Change Makers (an elite community of youth redirecting the future of the world through a revolution in consciousness), and One Humanity Care (a Foundation working with the vision to uplift 10,000 villages in India). Dan Harris is correspondent for ABC News, an anchor for Nightline and co-anchor for the weekend edition of Good Morning America. Harris encourages the use of meditation, and his "10% Happier" podcasts are interviews with other meditators. Harris' book, 10% Happier: How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge, and Found Self-Help That Really Works – a True Story, was published in March 2014. Andy Puddicombe is a meditation and mindfulness expert. An accomplished presenter and writer, Andy is the voice of all things Headspace. In his early twenties, midway through a university degree in Sports Science, Andy made the unexpected decision to travel to The Himalayas to study meditation instead. These masters explain the importance of meditation, the common misconceptions, and the science behind it all. It’s a lot more straightforward than you might think. So get ready to learn all about meditation on Episode 812. Some Questions I Ask: What’s the biggest lesson you learned from being a monk (5:45) What’s the intention you set every morning? (10:45) Why do we focus so much on suffering when it only hurts us? (21:10) What’s the importance of a spiritual vision? (22:35) Why is meditation so powerful? (24:45) Why is mindfulness meditation healing and how can we know what’s for us? (29:00) In This Episode You Will Learn: Why you need to deal with the root of the problem instead of relief of symptoms (7:00) A three-minute meditation to connect you to your emotions (13:00) How to end all suffering (20:40) About “mindfulness meditation” (28:30) Three tips for meditation (37:00)
BE THE CAPTAIN OF YOUR SHIP. As influencers, we don’t always accept that we are in control of our business. We depend on agents, our audience, or even chance to make decisions for us. But you have to get clear on your model. Reclaim your life’s agenda. Take back command of your ship. It’s the only way your business will scale. On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I continue to explore what makes a successful career as an “influencer” with a top personal growth leader: Brendon Burchard. Brendon Burchard is a 3-time New York Times bestselling author and one of the most-watched, quoted, and followed personal development trainers in history. SUCCESS Magazine and O, The Oprah Magazine, have both named him one of the most influential leaders in personal growth and achievement. Forbes named him the world’s leading high-performance coach and Larry King named him the world’s top motivational trainer. Brendon says that you can’t worry about things being perfect, you just have to have consistency. Get out there. So get ready to learn how to master “mayhem” and “meaning” and be your own captain on Episode 806. Some Questions I Ask: What does “mayhem” mean? (1:07:00) How do influencers find “meaning?” (1:14:00) Why do influencers experience self-doubt? (1:20:30) When do you feel the most loved? (1:23:00) In This Episode You Will Learn: Why you need to care about business and building a brand (50:00) The three ways to make money without working as hard (55:00) The four aspirations everyone has (1:03:00) The moment that Brendon almost gave up (1:30:00) How to be more present (1:36:00) If you enjoyed this episode, check out the video, show notes, and more at http://www.lewishowes.com/806 and follow at instagram.com/LewisHowes
THE TIME TO HAVE THE MAP IS BEFORE YOU ENTER THE WOODS. There’s more opportunity now than there ever has to make money as an influencer. There are so many platforms, avenues, and audiences. But a lot of people aren’t doing it right. Everything has to be intentional. Everything. If you’re going through the motions, you’re in trouble. One of the biggest things that lights our brains up is novelty. You have to focus on what’s working and also on things in the pipeline for the future. Use the momentum you currently have but continue to reach for new heights. It takes more than just showing up. On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I explore what makes a successful career as an “influencer” with one of the most-watched speakers in history: Brendon Burchard. Brendon Burchard is a 3-time New York Times bestselling author and one of the most-watched, quoted, and followed personal development trainers in history. SUCCESS Magazine and O, The Oprah Magazine, have both named him one of the most influential leaders in personal growth and achievement. Forbes named him the world’s leading high-performance coach and Larry King named him the world’s top motivational trainer. Brendon says you need to get clear on you who are, get clear on your message, and get clear on how you are going to influence others. He gives us concrete tools to take our “brand” to the next level. So get ready to learn how to have a powerful message and create positive change on Episode 805. Some Questions I Ask: Who should be thinking about becoming an influencer? (17:00) How do you find your message if you’re trying to become an influencer? (21:00) What is a “market?” (29:00) What is your method and has it changed over the past 10 years? (43:00) In This Episode You Will Learn: Why you need to build a business, not just a platform (3:00) How our past can hold us back from big dreams (10:00) About the “role model” mindset (19:00) Why you should come up with three words that define who you are (24:00) The importance of having a “method” (35:00) The power of vulnerability (39:00) If you enjoyed this episode, check out the video, show notes, and more at http://www.lewishowes.com/805 and follow at instagram.com/LewisHowes
BREATH IS NECESSARY FOR LIFE. They say if you learn to master your breath, you’ll have the strength of ten tigers. So, why don’t we focus more on breathing? We should Breath is energy. When an endurance athlete loses control of their breath, it usually means they’re losing. But it’s bigger than that. Your life begins with your first breath and ends with your last. You exist because you breathe. For this Five Minute Friday, I revisited a conversation I had with Laird Hamilton where he shared how he has mastered his breath. Laird Hamilton is best known as an American big-wave surfer and pioneer in the world of action water sports. In addition to his affinity for the water, Laird is labeled as an inventor, author, stunt man, model, producer, TV host, fitness and nutrition expert, husband, father and adrenaline junkie. Laird says that people who swim have a different relationship with breathing because they’re forced to realize its importance. He says that there are ways you can work on breathing to bring you both a sense of calm and energy. Get ready to learn all about the power of breath in Episode 792. In This Episode You Will Learn: Why breathing is so important in our lives (1:00) The connection between spirit and breath (2:00) Why swimmers have a better relationship with their breath (3:00) Different ways to train your breath (4:00) Follow me on: Instagram @LewisHowes Twitter @LewisHowes Facebook @LewisHowes
BE FINANCIALLY SELFISH. Too many people are living paycheck to paycheck. Our debt has us in handcuffs. We don’t think that financial security is possible for us. But anyone can build wealth. Anyone. You just have to pay yourself first. The key is to have your money make money. With some simple math, you can see that putting away a little bit of money every day can bring huge results. On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk about financial freedom with an incredible personal finance expert: David Bach. David Bach is one of America’s most trusted financial experts who has written eleven national bestselling books. His runway #1 bestseller The Automatic Millionaire spent 31 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. He has appeared on NBC’s Today Show more than 100 times The Oprah Winfrey Show six times. David says that by paying yourself first, you can save enough to become a millionaire by the time you retire. So get ready to learn the power of becoming financially selfish on Episode 791. Some Questions I Ask: How much should someone put down on a home? (29:00) What is missing in my personal financial portfolio? (32:00) What are three steps that people can do right now? (53:00) What’s the best money advice you’ve ever heard? (1:04:00) In This Episode You Will Learn: Why you don’t need a budget (8:00) The three lessons about money David’s grandma taught him (11:00) The three secrets to financial freedom (19:00) The “rule of 72” (40:00) The dangers of subscription services (56:00) Follow me on: Instagram @lewishowes Twitter @LewisHowes Facebook @LewisHowes
A BROKEN HEART IS AN INJURY. A butterfly doesn’t begin as a butterfly. It has to struggle to get out of the cocoon. We can’t cut the butterfly out of the cocoon to make the process easier. It has to develop the necessary muscles it needs to fly. Its beauty comes from its struggle. Heartbreak, like any other obstacle, is essential for your growth. For this special Five Minute Friday, we hear a solo message from an amazing friend and artist: Humble the Poet. Kanwer Singh aka Humble The Poet is a Toronto-bred MC/Spoken word artist. With tattoos, a beard, a head wrap, and a silly smile, Humble commands attention. He stimulates audiences with ideas that challenge conventional wisdom and go against the grain. Most things are not in our control, and we have to move on from them. The pain that you feel will soon be gone. Time will help you adapt and go forward. Learn how to deal with heartbreak in a healthy way in Episode 783. In This Episode You Will Learn: Why losing a partner hurts so badly (00:30) Why you should stay away from alcohol during heartbreak (2:00) How to maintain a sense of self-worth through a breakup (2:30) Why it’s important to keep your expectations low in life (3:00) How you can “decide your emotions” (3:30) Follow me on: Instagram @Lewishowes Twitter @LewisHowes Facebook
THE TWO THINGS AT WAR IN A MAN ARE LOVE AND LUST. People today are struggling in relationships. With social media, there are so many options. Everything looks fresh and new and interesting. Why would anyone be happy with just one person? But when you’re constantly searching for the next best thing, you feel empty. You lack peace and satisfaction. And you miss out on what life is all about: love. We have to practice discipline in dating in order to give and receive love. On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk about dating in mastery with an expert on relationships: DeVon Franklin. DeVon Franklin is an award-winning film and TV producer, New York Times best-selling author, international speaker, and spiritual success coach. He’s been interviewed by Oprah, Dr. Oz, Steve Harvey, Dr. Phil, CNN, and featured in numerous radio, print, and online appearances. DeVon explains how one of the biggest problems in relationships is the lack of honest communication. We need to be open about our feelings about our partners. So get ready to learn how to put love in control of lust on Episode 769. Some Questions I Ask: How do you know when you’re with the right person? (8:00) How do men think beyond sex? (14:00) Do you know many successful men who are dating multiple women? (17:00) How does your wife support you? (36:30) What is the biggest challenge you’ve faced while being married? (41:00) Can you over-communicate in a relationship? (45:00) In This Episode You Will Learn: Why social media has amplified challenges for men in relationships (4:30) How peace is the strongest barometer of your relationship (12:00) Why women have to get out of the “grey area” when dating (21:00) The reason it’s important to wait to have sex (23:00) Why you have to heal internal pain (49:00)
DOING MORE FOR OTHERS WILL ACTUALLY HELP YOUR BUSINESS. Sometimes we get stuck after we get some success. I even feel like I’ve hit an income ceiling. How do we get to that next step? There are some mindset hacks that can get you out of a rut. One of them is tying your business to charity. For this Five Minute Friday, I revisited a conversation I had with Josh Bezoni where he shared the importance of having a charitable mission in your company. Josh Bezoni is a nutritionist, best-selling author, leading health entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He is the co-founder and CEO of BioTrust Nutrition, America’s #1 all-natural and premium e-commerce nutrition brand. Josh and BioTrust have donated over 1.5 million meals for hungry children in need through their partnership with NoKidHungry.org. BioTrust donates a nutritious meal to a child for every order placed with the company. He learned the importance of giving back early in life with his family, and it’s a lesson that has served him well in business. Learn why it’s important to tie your sales goals to doing something good in Episode 768. In This Episode You Will Learn: Why giving people an opportunity to donate on your website helps sales go up (2:50) Why you should tie your sales goals to giving back (3:12) How charity work can help with recruiting (3:50) How doing good can help you meet amazing people (4:23) Follow me on: Instagram @LewisHowes Twitter @LewisHowes Facebook: Lewis Howes
“WHY” IS NOT AN EVOLUTIONARY QUESTION. Growing up, I had more imaginary friends than real friends. I would play games with myself to keep myself happy. I was very lonely. I felt insecure. But as I got older, I was able to find meaning and purpose. That allowed me to feel connected to the people around me. We need to have hope and meaning. It’s what makes us human. On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I dive deep into why humans are always searching for a “why:” Erwin McManus. Erwin is an iconoclast, artist, and cultural thought leader known for his integration of creativity and spirituality. He is the founder and Lead Pastor of Mosaic, a Los Angeles based church of faith recognized as one of America’s most influential and innovative churches. Erwin says that people who have false hope are actually better off than people who have no hope. He became the person he is today when stopped using his imagination to hide from the world and started using it to create a better world. So get ready to learn all about man’s search for meaning on Episode 763. Some Questions I Ask: Why do most conservative churches tell people to not express themselves? (7:27) Did you grow up believing in God? (9:00) If love is what we want, why do we suffer so much? (15:30) What does it mean to be alive? (20:00) What questions are you still seeking answers for? (29:00) Why do we care so much about meaning? (39:00) What are your core ideals and do they evolve? (58:00) In This Episode You Will Learn: Why many churches are stuck in the past (8:00) The thing that sets humans apart from other animals (14:00) How gratitude can help with depression and anxiety (22:00) Why humans need hope and purpose (31:00) Why you need to have a “psychologically diversified portfolio” (45:00) How to take control of your inner world (50:00)
ONCE YOU ACHIEVE YOUR DREAMS, YOU HAVE TO CREATE NEW ONES. Do you remember what you dreamed about when you were little? So often, we get what we always wanted, and then we get greedy. We start wanting more money and more recognition. But that stuff doesn’t make you happy. It’s time to get your priorities straight. Remember why you started in the first place. On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk with one of the best golfers in the world who is grateful just to be able to play: Bubba Watson. Bubba Watson Jr. is a self-taught professional golfer who is a 12-time PGA Tour Champion. Bubba reached a career-high 2nd place in the Official World Golf Ranking. Bubba is a famous golfer, but he feels the most loved when he is serving. The way he gives back to his community and helps others is truly inspiring. He wants to be a hall-of-fame husband and dad. So get ready to learn how to thrive by spinning your negatives into positives on Episode 761. Some Questions I Ask: When did you realize you had talent? (8:00) Did you ever think you would be an Olympian? (16:00) What did adopting kids do for your career? (22:00) Do you think you would be as successful as you are now without your dad passing? (31:30) What’s your biggest flaw? (39:30) When do you feel the most loved? (43:00) In This Episode You Will Learn: Why golf isn’t about money for Bubba (11:00) About Bubba’s new goal after he accomplished his 10-win PGA Tour goal (15:00) How Bubba’s father’s sickness changed his perspective (28:00) How to spin negatives into positives (35:00) The importance of giving back (48:30) What adoption means to Bubba (53:00)
YOU CAN'T LET YOUR EGO RUN THE SHOW. You might be consumed by your ego and not even know it. It can be a powerful tool or the cause of your downfall. You need to recognize it, be aware of it, laugh at it, and finally work together with your ego to be your best self. Break the bonds of your ego. Otherwise, when will you ever be enough? On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I’ve created a mashup on this topic featuring three people who have learned to work with their ego, not for it: Taye Diggs, Ryan Holiday, and Justin Baldoni. Taye Diggs is an actor and singer who is known for his roles on Broadway, TV, and Film. Ryan Holiday is the bestselling author of books about marketing, culture, and the human condition. His company, Brass Check, has advised companies such as Google, TASER, and Complex, as well as multi-platinum musicians and some of the biggest authors in the world. Justin Baldoni is an actor, director, and filmmaker who currently plays Rafael Solano on the award-winning show Jane the Virgin. These men have all experienced success in their careers, but they have to constantly work on keeping a healthy ego so that they do not self-destruct. It’s a daily battle. So get ready to learn what it takes to master your ego on Episode 755. Some Questions I Ask: What are some ways you can practice self-love? (6:00) How does reality help cure the ego? (8:00) What’s your biggest challenge right now? (12:00) Are you afraid of not being relevant? (14:30) In This Episode You Will Learn: Why knowing that you are enough is so difficult (7:00) Why you need to surround yourself with people who tell you the truth (9:00) The struggle between our lower and higher nature (13:00) How service can help to manage your ego (17:30) How to stop making your good deeds about you (20:00)