Podcasts about inner genius

Liz Tran is an executive coach, entrepreneur, and author dedicated to helping people unlock their highest potential. After building a successful career in venture capital—where her clients collectively raised over $1B and created $10B+ in enterprise value—Liz made the bold decision to leave it all behind in pursuit of more aligned work. Now the founder of Inner Genius and author of AQ: A New Kind of Intelligence for a World That's Always Changing, she teaches leaders how to thrive in uncertainty by mastering adaptability. On this episode we talk about: Liz's early lessons about money, leverage, and growing up with scarcity The transition from high-paying VC career to entrepreneurship—and the $300K mistake Why mindset, gratitude, and “energy flow” are critical to making money sustainably How Liz rebuilt her income doing work aligned with her strengths The concept of AQ (Adaptability Quotient) and why it matters more than IQ or EQ today Top 3 Takeaways Hard work alone isn't enough—alignment, leverage, and adaptability are what truly drive wealth. Your mindset around money (scarcity vs. abundance) directly impacts the opportunities you attract. In today's rapidly changing world, your ability to adapt (AQ) is more valuable than intelligence or experience alone. Notable Quotes "A dollar is not just a dollar—if you leverage it, you can make more." "I thought success meant killing myself working, but it was actually about flow." "When you believe you have nothing, you reinforce that reality—but when you believe you have everything, opportunities appear." Connect with Liz Tran: Website: https://liz-tran.com/ Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/heyliztran/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liztranwrites/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liztran1/ Other: AQ Quiz – https://aqquiz.com  Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.  Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.  Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of FOMO Sapiens, Patrick sits down with Liz Tran, founder of Inner Genius and author of AQ: A New Kind of Intelligence for a World That's Always Changing, to explore a simple but urgent idea: in a world defined by constant disruption, IQ and EQ are no longer enough. What we need now is AQ, the Agility Quotient, which Liz defines as your capacity to handle change, disappointment, and uncertainty. Drawing on a decade of work with over 200 founders and executives, Liz breaks down the four AQ archetypes — the Astronaut, the Firefighter, the Neurosurgeon, and the Novelist — and explains what each one looks like at its best and worst. The conversation gets into how AI is leveling the IQ playing field, why the most impressive résumés can actually signal lower AQ, and how the real divide in today's world isn't political or economic — it's between the people who are undone by change and the people who know how to use it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I'm talking about the idea of genius, and not in the way we've been taught to think about it. I share how I discovered my own "genius" through something that came really naturally to me, and how it became a core part of my work and business. I also get into the difference between what we've been told genius is (something intellectual or earned) versus what the origin of the word says it is. This episode is an invitation to start looking at your own natural abilities differently and to recognize that the things that come easily to you might actually be the exact things you're meant to lean into. Similar episodes to this topic:  284: What If You Already Know Your Purpose? Join The Weekly Nudge Email Newsletter! If you love the podcast, The Weekly Nudge is where it gets a little more personal. Once a week, I send a story, a realization, and a perspective shift straight to your inbox. It's the quiet companion to Woo Woo Wednesday. https://freshlifemarketing.myflodesk.com/sociallink  

What if the source of your best writing isn't something you control — but something you learn to collaborate with? How can ancient ideas about the muse, the daimon, and creative genius transform the way you approach your work? And what might happen if you stopped fighting the silence and let it become your greatest creative ally? With Matt Cardin, author of Writing at the Wellspring. In the intro, thoughts on bookstores and Toppings; 20 ways authors can signal humanity and build reader trust [Wish I'd Known Then]; Learning from Silence – Pico Iyer; ProWritingAid spring sale; Bones of the Deep – J.F. Penn. Today's show is sponsored by Draft2Digital, self-publishing with support, where you can get free formatting, free distribution to multiple stores, and a host of other benefits. Just go to www.draft2digital.com to get started. This show is also supported by my Patrons. Join my Community at Patreon.com/thecreativepenn Matt Cardin is the multi-award-nominated author of eight books at the convergence of horror, religion, and creativity. His latest book is Writing at the Wellspring: Tapping the Source of Your Inner Genius, which is fantastic. I actually blurbed it as follows: “A guide for writers who welcome the dark and hunger for meaning. . . . If the page is a threshold, this book will show you how to cross.” You can listen above or on your favorite podcast app or read the notes and links below. Here are the highlights and the full transcript is below. Show Notes How Matt balances a full-time academic career with his creative writing life The ancient concept of the genius, the muse, and the daimon, and why creativity is about collaboration with something beyond yourself Why the silences that come into our creative lives, including writer's block and inertia, might actually be gifts rather than obstacles The stages of the creative process Living into the dark, and embracing uncertainty How Substack and blogging can organically grow into books You can find Matt at MattCardin.com or www.livingdark.net. Transcript of the interview with Matt Cardin Joanna: Matt Cardin is the multi-award-nominated author of eight books at the convergence of horror, religion, and creativity. His latest book is Writing at the Wellspring: Tapping the Source of Your Inner Genius, which is fantastic. I actually blurbed it as follows: “A guide for writers who welcome the dark and hunger for meaning. . . . If the page is a threshold, this book will show you how to cross.” It is a great book. So welcome to the show, Matt. Matt: Well, thank you, Jo. It's really a pleasure to be here, especially since, as you and I were briefly acknowledging before we started recording, we have overlapping interests to a great degree. So it's really great to make official contact with you. Joanna: Indeed. So, first up, before we get into the book itself— Tell us a bit more about you and how you got into writing. Matt: Well, I'm one of those people whose story is probably typical in some ways, in that I really wanted to do it from the time I was a child. My father was a great writer, although he was an attorney. He wasn't a professional writer. Something about books and reading when I was a child really seriously enchanted me. I was very frustrated when I was so young—and I vividly remember this—that I couldn't read, because I loved the books that were read to me. I craved being able to read them for myself. So as soon as I gained that ability in school, it was off to the races, so to speak, and for some reason, a desire to tell stories myself came along with that. Being a “writer” was one of the earliest life desires, job or career desires, that I expressed. I was one of those young people really into fantasy, horror, and science fiction. So I was reading a lot of it and trying to emulate it and write a lot of it. There was a cinematic component—I was a movie fanatic as well. I won a local Authors' Guild short story writing contest when I was a senior in high school and began trying to write stories seriously in college. Then my interest in horror and religion became dominant over time, and that's what I ended up writing about. Joanna: Has your interest turned into paid work? That's the other thing, because there's an interest and then there's making writing more of your income and your business. Matt: Right. Well, actually, although I have made and do make money from my writing, it has always, always, always remained on the side. My main career, as far as my moneymaking life, first started off in video and media production, which is formally what I got my undergraduate college degree in. Then I switched into education. I taught high school for some years, and then now for the past, good Lord, 18 years, I have been in higher education. First as English faculty who also taught some religion courses, and then now for the past several years in the administration. I'm Vice President of Academic Affairs at a college. My writing has been something that I pursued as an avocation. As far as earning money from it, that didn't happen even with my first publication, which happened on the internet in 1998, I believe, with a horror story titled “Teeth.” It was just free—I didn't get paid. That led to paid publication of that story three or four years later, when it appeared as my very first print publication in a Lovecraftian horror anthology from Del Rey titled The Children of Cthulhu. It appeared as the final story, and that was the first time I had received a paycheck. It was a professional per-word rate. Since then I've had several books published and more stories and essays and that kind of thing. I've had income sometimes from writing and sometimes I haven't. My first book came out of that story. I attended the World Horror Convention in 2001, actually before that Lovecraftian anthology was published, but it had been placed. At the World Horror Convention, which was in Seattle that year, I met one of the two editors of that book, and that led to me having my first short story collection, Divinations of the Deep, which was not for much money, but it attracted a lot of good attention and some good reviews. So it's been like that all along. I mean, I've made a couple of runs at saying I would love to just be an author, as it were, but that doesn't seem to be in the cards for me. And honestly, I'm glad it's not. I have made the most money from some academic editing projects that I've done. I created and edited a two-volume encyclopedia of the history of horror literature, for instance, for a big academic publisher. Those are work-for-hire projects that I get paid for. Making money on my own creative vision and my own creative work has been intermittent. It really has proven over time that not having my primary creative, spiritual, and philosophical drive hooked to what I earn my bread by has been a blessing. I don't want to take this thing I love and make it be how I have to grind to earn my money. I want to keep it in a protected space. That has been spontaneously what's happened with my writing career. Joanna: Yes. I think as you say, there are a lot of benefits of that, especially where you are writing at this convergence of horror, religion, and creativity. Your writing is very deep. I would say it's on the edge of academic. I don't want to say it's completely academic, because a lot of people will find that difficult. But I think Writing at the Wellspring goes very deep while still being open to non-academic readers. As you say, I think if you had wanted to make a living with your books, you would've had to have gone in at a lighter level, perhaps. Do you think that makes sense? Matt: Yes, I know what you mean. I want to specify, I know that neither you nor I are saying anything about this as any kind of criticism or condescension to anyone who does make their living as a writer. I mean, I believe you do. Joanna: Yes, exactly. Matt: And that's fine. There really are people who have had significant commercial success from books or other things they've written that don't appear to be making huge concessions to being commercial. You can make a living as a writer, I think, and really follow your muse and not feel like you have to pander or cater or cheapen it. Then there are people who have perfectly happily decided to commercialise their work and tune it in whatever way is currently popular. That's fine. Every writer, every creative person should do what is right for him or her, in my opinion. In my particular case, I think what you said is right. I do think that I might have needed to change some things, to back off, to word them differently. Whenever I've tried to exert deliberate control like that, it just turns out that it's not something that my creative spirit wants to do. I don't really feel like I'm in contact with the work anymore. I'm fine with that. I don't think I'm doing a sweet lemons type thing. It really is the way it just needs to be. If it ever proves that me doing it strictly the way I want to do it, going however deep I want regardless of trying to appeal to a paying readership—if it turns out that at some point aligns with boatloads of money coming in, that's fine. That's perfectly fine. I'd be open to that. Joanna: Yes. Matt: I would be open to that. Joanna: You mentioned muse there, and with Writing at the Wellspring, the subtitle is “Tapping the Source of Your Inner Genius.” So I think this is a good place to talk about it. As you mentioned, you are leaning into your muse and your inner genius, and you use other terms—daemon or daimon. I think sometimes people find the word “genius” particularly very difficult because it has the connotation of brilliance in some form. So how can people think about this? How can we lean into this [genius] side of ourselves? Matt: Honestly, one thing that I would suggest people do is I would refer them to the TED Talk that Elizabeth Gilbert gave some years ago—was it 2009, 2010, 2011? It's one of the more popular TED Talks. Elizabeth Gilbert spoke about. I think it's sometimes given the title “Your Elusive Creative Genius” or something like that. Her whole talk is about the way in her own creative life, and as she recommends to others, it has been very important for her to seize on the older model that we're talking about. The most clear articulation of it is that it used to be the case—and we're talking about in ancient Western history, back to the Romans and even earlier to the Greeks—that genius was not something that you identified a person as being. It was something that a person had. And I would also say importantly, maybe had them too. In ancient Roman culture surrounding art and poetry and that kind of thing, the genius was the spirit that might, say, live in an artist's studio and would provide the same service to that artist as the Greek muses provided to someone who was writing epic poetry or history or something like that. That understanding of it has continued in various ways down through history. But there was a fateful transition as Western culture went through what we commonly call the Enlightenment and the Renaissance as well. This was where the term “genius,” while it didn't lose all those connotations of being an inspiring spirit—something that a person both has and maybe has hold of them—did become internalised to the point where we speak of people as being geniuses., which is exactly what you're talking about. I agree, some people listening to this probably have some reservations about this. They don't want to call themselves a genius because we tend to mean that's a super brilliant person, some kind of prodigy who is possessed of amazing artistic, creative, or intellectual skills. Again, that is the result of a cultural, philosophical, psychological, historical transition that occurred several centuries ago. And you still see the older meaning of it being attached sometimes. You think of people who we call geniuses being touched by something. Well, the older version—where you think of the genius, which in the way I use it in this book and also in my first book on creativity, A Course in Demonic Creativity—the genius is equivalent to the muse, which is equivalent to that other figure that you mentioned, the daemon or the daimon. It refers to a separate—what seems for all the world to be a separate—centre of intelligence or entity or influence. The thing that gives you both your creative drive and also your ideas, and serves as the source of what comes to you naturally to write. It's more than just ideas. When you talk about the ancient Greek daimon, there was a whole well-developed tradition of that in ancient Greek philosophy and religion. A daimon was, in one famous sense, a spirit that you were born with, that the gods had given you. It was like your double, your higher self. It was the thing that represented your character, your interests, the blueprint and the outline that your life was supposed to follow. There are great books written about that. There's a book by the psychologist James Hillman titled The Soul's Code. A lot of people have read it. It lays out the daimon theory and gives it application to modern instances. The idea is that everybody has a genius or has a muse or has a daimon. For writers, my recommendation is to say, whether you believe it or not, whether you take it as a metaphor—which is fine—or whether you want to get somewhat mystical and delve into the idea that maybe there's really a spirit or something, it doesn't matter. Productively, with practical, measurable results, you can learn to relate to your creative impulse as if you are collaborating internally with someone else. It's the centre of why you're interested in writing what you want to write, why you want to write the way you want to write, and even the types of things that unfold in the course of your career—both your creative career and the rest of your life, in the mould of the ancient daimon. I have found that to be a vein of great power and meaning in my own life. I do it exactly the way I'm describing. I don't actually believe it, but I don't disbelieve it. I find that in experience, it really doesn't matter. It works and it may as well be true. Joanna: I mean, obviously the book has a whole load of ways we can tap into that, but I did like that you talk about stillness and silence, because I feel like that is actually increasingly difficult as authors. Obviously it's noisy online and we're meant to be doing things like social media or interacting with people online. And then the world is just noisy. The news is noisy. There's lots of things. How can we use this idea of stillness and silence? Also, any other ways we can practically tap into this side? Matt: Sure. One thing that wanted to say itself in this book was some things I had been thinking and feeling about silence for a long time. As you say, it can be difficult these days to find what feels like the silence that we need to even get our work done. We're talking about the muse or the genius. How can we even hear it when it seems like the clamour of all the pulls that we have on our outward attention has become truly a cacophony? We have opted for this in many ways through our engagement with social media or other things, but in other ways seems like it's been thrust upon us. What I want to point out, that has been of extreme importance to me, is that many silences come into our lives as creatives that we resist. It's not just that we can't find the silence and the space that we feel like we need so as not to drown out our creativity. It's that we have unwanted silences come in, like writer's block. Or even if it doesn't feel like a block, just inertia. Just stasis. I don't know about you, but I have many, many times found myself grappling with what, for all the world, feels like a totally natural, organic sense of wanting to slip into complete inertia, just total stillness. And that feels like it has been in conflict with my creative drive. It's like I have this residual desire and also a sense of duty that I really should be writing. Maybe I have an idea in mind and I'm just not working on it. Or maybe I'm in the middle of a project and I feel like I'm abandoning it. Or maybe nothing's coming up, but I feel like it should be. I'm pushing myself, but there's a division in me where I also just want to leave it alone. Whether that means actually just sitting there silently at my writing table or in meditation, or maybe just going about regular daily life and forgetting about trying to fulfil this creative calling. I really think there's a vein of gold to be tapped in the silences that come to all of us. Because as I said, that can be in the middle of daily activity. We have this kind of franticness, some of us, about our creativity. We get wrapped up in it. We feel bound to it. The thing that so much of the time we want to think is a gift—we're proud of it, we cherish it, we like our writing—also becomes a burden. This fantasy of just chucking it all, of just saying, “I would love to be free of it. It's like something that's weighing me down. I'm sorry that I roped myself into it. I would love to just sink into complete silence.” This sort of meditative thing, or just muteness—hey, that is valid to hear. That's valid to heed when it comes up. I mean, sometimes we have gotten ourselves into situations where we have external responsibilities and deadlines, and it's important to try and honour those and not be a bad person on the level of just fulfilling practical obligations. It's also important to recognise you've got silence offering itself to you in all kinds of ways. The more important silence is paradoxically the one that we so often resist if we're creative people and feel like we have to be making. The more important silence is not whether or not your outward conditions seem like they're a clamour and they're chaotic and they're distracting and they're full of pressure. It's that inner silence. So I recommend paying attention to when it comes up. And for practical ways—they are endless. Take advantage of early mornings. A lot of people have found great value in getting up earlier than they are used to and making a practice of that, and either just meditating or free writing. Maybe using, for example, Julia Cameron's famous practice of morning pages, which has been valuable to me sometimes. Or doing things like—as I've said about the muse and the genius and the daimon—personify your unconscious mind and maybe write down a dialogue between yourself and your creative spirit, whether about your current project or just about your life and your creativity as a whole. There are various tricks to get in touch with this unconscious part of you, and I really am convinced out of practical personal experience that it's not necessary to have outer silence and outer spaciousness when you can find it within yourself. You can find it through some of these exercises for getting in alignment with what your creativity wants to do. You can get in touch with it if you're paying attention to what you might not recognise as a gift—offering it to yourself. If things go quiet and you think, “Oh no, I should be doing something”—why not let that be a place where things can germinate? Why not let that be the silence that you might not be able to find on the outside? Joanna: Yes, and I'm feeling guilty here because of course we are producing a podcast episode for people to listen to. I find personally that one of the places I can find silence is when I walk. It's not obviously silent outside, but I am definitely guilty of always listening to podcasts, often at very fast speed as well. Sometimes when I go for a walk, I just deliberately do not listen to anything—don't listen to an audiobook, don't listen to a podcast—and a lot comes up there. I have my phone with me, and when I get back from those walks and jot down things that come up in my mind, I will have so many notes of things that have come up in my brain during the walk. It's really difficult, isn't it? Because I know you also love input. You do a lot of research. As I said, your books have a lot of research in them, and so we both like doing the research. But also I definitely find that has to be balanced with the time for letting it come out again in some form, with that mental silence. You also talk about being uncomfortable, and I feel like sometimes that silence can be uncomfortable as well. Matt: Yes, it can be. There's no telling what might come up when you are faced with silence. Again, it's one of those things—even the outer kind that we think we crave. Sometimes it's a bit frightening when it comes up, which is why we try to fill it with things, like this podcast episode for example. There's a threshold that you can notice you cross sometimes, where what was a natural desire to connect with something that you heard about and found interesting becomes a bit frantic. Where now, really, what might be good is if you shut off—didn't go for the next podcast episode or didn't go for the next click to the website—if you just shut the browser and just sat there and did something else. You're kind of, with a little desperateness, trying to fill the void. What you described about needing to get quiet and let things happen—yes. I love reading and research, but the classic stages of the creative process—first codified, I think, by Graham Wallas, if I remember correctly—they still work. It's really good sometimes to have a model and understand how it works. You have what's sometimes called the preparation stage. All the input, all the research, all the brainstorming, all that kind of thing. Then the incubation stage can be vastly important. That can get frightening, both because the silence seems somehow threatening, like something about you is going to be exposed. Or maybe that you're going to lose the thread of whatever it was and it's never going to come out. But really, if you just stop and let your muse, let your genius do its thing, let your unconscious do its thing, it will suggest itself again. It will come up on its own. Ideas will come back. You'll realise, “Oh, I didn't know what I was going to do with that character. I didn't know how these ideas were going to come together. I didn't even know what this idea for a story, a book, or an essay was going to be.” It comes back up, and with you working with it, it shows what it wanted to be all along. This whole thing about doing the preparation and then allowing it to incubate and germinate and then sprout when it wants to, that still works. Part of the reason that we're scared of the silence, I'm convinced, is because each of us operates in our psychological selves as a closed system. It's like we each comprise our own cosmos, so to speak. I know you know that I have worked in horror literature, the literature of cosmic fear. In cosmic horror, as laid out by the likes of Lovecraft and others, the basic effect has been analysed as constituting a disturbance of the universe. That's the horror of cosmic horror—the world is transformed into this nightmarish thing in a cosmic horror story, where there's a haunting, threatening presence that's out of the ordinary and it's somehow bound up with the narrator's interior world. Life reveals itself as supernaturally or ontologically something nightmarish—there are awful forces that are about to erupt all the time. And whether anybody's into cosmic horror or not, I think it's pretty accurate to say that we each constitute our own world, our own cosmos. A lot of the noise that we make—the mental noise and the complications we introduce into our own lives—is, usually unconsciously, trying to stave off confrontation with the otherness that is outside the barrier of our personal sense of self. The weird thing is that that otherness is actually in us, and in fact, we can approach it in the figure of the daemon or the daimon or the muse. So creativity is fraught. You're dealing with something that you might want to think, “Oh, this is great, it's going to be the source of my ideas, it's going to fulfil my creativity.” Well, yes, but it is frightening to think about the fact of something about yourself being beyond yourself and perhaps being out of your conscious control and somehow guiding your destiny. A lot of people have trouble getting along with their own unconscious, which is another way to put it. There's a horror, a fear, a dread effect that comes when we feel like we are out of control. We all face that ultimately—when it comes to our death, for example. There are some spiritual traditions that talk about dying before you die, that being basically the way to enlightenment in those traditions. Recognising and coming to terms with the fact that this thing that is you, that you call yourself, is transitory. It is only there by being enclosed within and swamped from without by this thing that is not you, which is a sort of void to which you'll return. In the book, I deal with some of that, and I talk about it from a non-dual spiritual viewpoint, because ultimately for me, these creative questions have become inseparable from spiritual questions. Joanna: Yes. And obviously people know about my book Writing the Shadow, which is how we really connected around this Jungian idea of the shadow and the darkness. I agree with you—there's some really interesting things at the juxtaposition of all of these topics, which we could talk about for a long time. I do want to ask you around your idea of “living into the dark.” Because I feel like you do take things beyond just the writing into this idea of living into it. So maybe talk a bit about that. And obviously synchronicity, which is a Jungian psychology concept. Matt: Living into the dark is the thing that forms the overarching ethos or perspective for me of all this. I got the term from “writing into the dark,” which actually comes from the American science fiction and fantasy author Dean Wesley Smith. He wrote a book titled Writing Into the Dark, subtitled “Writing Without an Outline.” It's a great book. I recommend it to anyone. It is about forsaking and foregoing the felt need to outline writing in advance and trusting your creative mind to be able to make up a story in real time. That draws on the deep nature of storytelling to come out right. Therefore you write into the dark, as if you're walking down a road where you have a lantern and you can only see one step ahead. You haven't mapped out the territory. It was a great metaphor. I had already been thinking in that direction about life and about creativity for some time when I first came across that book. I devoured it and recognised it described how I had already been writing anyway, which is one reason it was so powerful for me. Then it edged out into a broader understanding for me that I had also been coming up with, that I just ended up calling “living into the dark.” None of us knows where anything is going, that much is obvious. But living into the dark goes farther than that, to embrace this understanding. I think of this in connection with what so many people, either personally or because of jobs they have where they're required to think like this. I think of this in terms of the famous five-year plan that so many of us want to draw up. There's nothing wrong with a five-year plan or a ten-year plan or a one-year plan. You can come up with that for practical purposes and try and chart where you're going, but we too often forget that that's just a fantasy exercise. We are not actually thinking into the future, nor are we ever actually thinking into the past. Remembering the past, predicting or projecting the future—both are events that are happening right now, in this moment, which is always now. It's no less now than it was when you and I first started this conversation. Past and future are projections—mental projections right now. And everything is unfolding in the present in real time, which effectively means what's going to come next is coming out of—well, we don't know where it's coming out of. Darkness. Living into the dark is living with full-on contact with, and awareness of, and embrace of this fact that we don't know what's coming up. That encompasses all of life and all of creativity. That same darkness, if it's helpful for you to take on this emotional tenor—which it is for me—can relate to the darkness in cosmic horror fiction, or to some of the rich traditions of darkness, like in Daoism with the yin contrasted with yang. Yin is the dark, moon, feminine aspect of things—the receptive source of the universe. This idea of living into the dark, of just accepting that we're all on this journey on a path where we can only see one step ahead, even if that far, has been meaningful to me. It's been meaningful to my creativity, and I recommend it to anybody to whom it appeals. It takes a lot of pressure off. I think that's a guiding meta-theme for me—trying to take the pressure off us from trying to control things that can't be controlled, and more stepping into that flow of understanding: what's going to come to me is going to come to me, and my posture toward it, whether I align with it or not, is what's going to determine my experience of it. You mentioned synchronicity. It's interesting. It's verifiable. I know a lot of people have verified it for themselves. Maybe some people listening to this have too. It's verifiable that when you really get in tune with this present-moment thing and get in tune with your creativity—and you can tell when you're aligned and not, when you feel blocked or when you feel resistance or not—when these things align on their own sometimes, strange coincidences do happen. Jung talked about synchronicity as an acausal connecting principle. That was probably due to the fact that the psyche is not separate from the fabric of the world that gives rise to it, so that we might have subjective things—impressions, fantasies, dreams—that we rather uncannily see mirrored in objective events. Like the famous thing that clarified and coalesced that for him: a psychotherapy session with a patient who was describing a dream she'd been having about a scarab beetle. Then he heard a tapping at the window of his office and he went there and opened it, and there was a European beetle—a kind of scarab beetle, much like the Egyptian scarab—that was there. He held it up and said to the woman, “Is this your beetle? Here is your beetle.” It just blew her mind. It opened new levels of the therapy that she was receiving. Those kinds of things happen. I've had them happen. Joanna: Me too. Matt: If you're a long-time writer or reader, you're familiar with the library genie—the library daemon, we sometimes refer to it as—the book that, just at the moment you think of it and realise, “Oh yes…” You're doing your study, and it doesn't have to be a library, it could be on the web or whatever. You finally realise what it is that you need, what you've been looking for, and in some cases it literally falls off the shelf onto someone's head. What do you make of those when they happen? At the very least, it rattles your cage. You might enter a state of suspended judgement about whether we really are living in a kind of magical cosmos full of real correspondences. It's a bit like the daimon or the muse: is it a metaphor? Is it just an interpretation, or is it something real? Probably the best place is one of profoundly, actively embraced agnosticism, and just take it for what it is. Joanna: Yes, and leaning more into your intuition. I think you definitely demonstrate that in the book as well, really exploring a lot of very interesting topics. Now, we are almost out of time, but you do have a Substack, The Living Dark, where you publish essays, and you've also got all kinds of really interesting books. I want people to go have a look at some of the other stuff you've written, especially if you enjoy horror and religion and all of that kind of thing. So just to ask, how do you decide when something is an essay on The Living Dark, and how do you decide when you are going to put it in a book or in some other way? I feel like a lot of authors are thinking about Substack but don't necessarily know what to put on it. I think I first connected with you on your Substack, where I was like, “Oh, this guy's writing interesting, weird stuff.” How do you use Substack as opposed to writing for your books? Matt: Sure. Let me answer by first talking about what happened previously with that first book on creativity that I mentioned, A Course in Demonic Creativity. I had all kinds of thoughts and ideas coming up, seeded over many years of practice and reading about the daimon and the daemon and the genius and the muse. In 2009 I founded a blog—it was just a WordPress blog—and I titled it Daemon Muse. I attended to it for two to three years. A lot of people ended up reading it. I really did not have any plans, not even any back-burner plans, of taking the material that I published in posts there about this way of creativity and making it a book. I did realise about a year and a half in that essentially I had a book I had already written in those posts. So it took some work, and I spent six months making it all into a coherent book. By the way, that book was only ever published as a PDF, which is still free on my website, MattCardin.com—although plans for the first-ever print edition of it are in motion right now. That was published in 2011. When I went to Substack and started my newsletter there in 2022—and by the way, it wasn't originally called The Living Dark; my first title was “Living Into the Dark,” and then I changed it about a year, year and a half in—I kind of am doing the same thing. It's been a while since I took anything and thought, “I'm writing a book with it.” I write what comes to me to write. You know how Substack Notes is Substack's own version of social media, kind of like Twitter used to be or like X kind of is now. It happens all the time that I write things that just stay in contact with people as a Substack Note—some short thing. And then I realise I wanted to say more about that. Or you have what happened just this morning. Three or four hours before you and I were talking, I started writing a Substack Note and it got so long I realised I had something that could be a post to The Living Dark. So I switched over and finished it that way. The book Writing at the Wellspring came together after I had written things for a couple of years at The Living Dark and realised that I could trace a path through about a third of the posts that I had ever published there, and had the makings of a book. So that, plus other material from earlier in my life—there are things from my private journals from years ago in Writing at the Wellspring—plus some new material, ended up turning into that book. So I'm not thinking about the difference, is what I'm saying. I find writing at my Living Dark newsletter to be a needful and enjoyable creative outlet, partly because I have some 3,800 readers now and it feels good to be in contact with them and to have that audience and to know that there's that eye on what I'm writing. That's partly because I just have the freedom to work it out to my satisfaction and publish it there. I'm already halfway forming another book that will be of a different focus, to come from things that I have published there. So for me, there's an organic relationship between Substack writing, or any kind of blogging, and the writing of books. If people haven't thought about that, they might want to consider it. If you have one already or if you're thinking of starting a blog on Substack or anywhere else, maybe you have things that can guide you to a book that already exists and you just haven't realised it. Joanna: So where can people find you and your books and everything you do online? Matt: Well, The Living Dark that we're talking about is at www.livingdark.net—and it does require the three Ws at the beginning to get there. Then my author website is MattCardin.com, and you can go to the books page there to get a link to all the books I've published and read about them. Joanna: Great. Well, thanks so much for your time, Matt. That was fantastic. Matt: Thank you, Jo. I really appreciate the invitation.The post Writing At The Wellspring: Tapping The Source Of Your Inner Genius With Matt Cardin first appeared on The Creative Penn.

In this powerful conversation, Wendy K Laidlaw sits with mythologist and storyteller Michael Meade, founder of the Mosaic Multicultural Foundation and author of books; Fate and Destiny, The Genius Myth, and Why the World Doesn't End. For over forty years, Michael has worked with communities in crisis, from prisons to war zones, using the transformative power of myth and story telling to help people rediscover their deeper meaning, identity and purpose. We explore: • The difference between fate and destiny • Why crisis can be initiatory • The mythic nature of emotional intensity • How each person carries a unique inner genius • Why the world's instability may be calling us into deeper alignment If you are a sensitive soul… If you have ever felt "different"… If you sense you are here for something deeper… Then this conversation will speak directly to you. As The Emotionologist®, I believe emotional depth is not something to suppress - (think - "what the mind suppresses the body expresses") - more it is something to understand and channel. Michael Meade's powerful work reminds us that beneath anxiety, upheaval, and cultural noise lies something ancient and powerful; the story of who we are meant to become. To learn more about Michael go to https://www.mosaicvoices.org/ or visit Living Myth on YouTube and Patreon. https://WendyKLaidlaw.com #WendyKLaidlaw #TheEmotionologist® #MichaelMeade #MindSuppressesBodyExpresses 

What happens when you stop masking who you are, and start building a life and business that feels alive? In this deeply human conversation, David Abel, founder of The Digital Lightbulb, joins Jill Tiney to explore authenticity, undiagnosed ADHD, inner genius, and the power of community over transactional success.David shares how years of masking his true self led to exhaustion, and how embracing authenticity unlocked creativity, connection, and purpose-driven work. Together, they discuss why most people have a “blind spot” to their own genius, the importance of external feedback, and how meaningful relationships help us recognize strengths we often overlook. Gill expands on the ethos behind Collaboration Global, a community built on mutual support, human connection, and contribution rather than status or networking optics.The episode also dives into parenting in a digital world, screen addiction, intergenerational wisdom, and the importance of open dialogue within families. From simple rituals that encourage emotional expression to redefining success beyond money, this conversation challenges listeners to rethink growth, fulfillment, and what truly matters. David reflects on his career journey, from chasing wealth and boardroom success to prioritizing purpose, fatherhood, learning, and impact. He shares his guiding philosophy of “learn, change, grow” and why helping others, building community, and creating purpose-led initiatives leads to a richer, more meaningful life, especially in a rapidly evolving, AI-driven world.

Send us a textWhat if your best leadership tools were already inside you—waiting for the right spark? Expert Coach & Advisor to Founders & Leaders, Rachel Shelmerdine, joins us for a 'Founder Story' that blends rebel grit, design-world savvy, and the gentle audacity to be yourself. Once one of the first specialist coaches in the UK design sector, Rachel stepped back to homeschool her son in Italy and is now stepping forward again, bringing a richer lens on creativity, courage, and clarity.We talk about how “Alchemy Inside” turns survival mode into agency. Rachel unpacks the Coaching philosophy that helped major firms like Landor and Gensler, then dives into the work behind the scenes: shaping identity through story, protecting flow for deep work, and leading with humour and heart. Her mental clearing—the Lido di Venezia—becomes a metaphor for stress slipping away so that better choices can appear. Along the way: Laurel and Hardy, the power of good design that marries beauty with function, and the surprising tale of reading castles and trees on beermats in a Belgian pub.If you've ever felt pressure to perform someone else's script, this conversation offers a reset. You'll hear practical ways to reclaim your narrative, sleep on tough calls, and use language to make strategy sing. Rachel's take on coaching isn't a formula; it's a catalyst—reflecting your strengths back to you until you can see them clearly enough to act. Leaders facing anxiety, phobias, or a crowded market will find grounded tactics for momentum without the burnout theatre.Ready to rediscover your own gold and be known for the right reasons? Listen now, share with a friend who needs a nudge, and leave a review to help more creative leaders find their clearing. Subscribe for more founder stories, creative leadership insights, and warm, human conversations that move work—and lives—forward.Tune in next week for more stories of 'Distinction & Genius' from The Good Listening To Show 'Clearing'. If you would like to be my Guest too then you can find out HOW via the different 'series strands' at 'The Good Listening To Show' website. Show Website: https://www.thegoodlisteningtoshow.com You can email me about the Show: chris@secondcurve.uk Twitter thatchrisgrimes LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-grimes-actor-broadcaster-facilitator-coach/ FaceBook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/842056403204860 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW wherever you get your Podcasts :) Thanks for listening!

Welcome to the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast! In today's episode, we're helping you connect with your inner genius and harness the power of healthy dopamine.Andrea Buck is a Success and Personal Leadership Coach with three decades of experience in the global screen industry. From chasing lions across Africa for wildlife films to producing award-winning features in Hollywood and Australia, Andrea's career has been a masterclass in resilience and reinvention. After surviving a near-fatal health crisis, she turned her focus to helping others avoid burnout and live from their authentic genius. Through her company Successful Creative and the Genius Lab, and as a lead teacher at Compton Learning, Andrea empowers creative professionals to dissolve self-sabotage, rediscover purpose, and build careers and lives that are both sustainable and soul-aligned.Connect with Andrea Here: Personal FB: https://www.facebook.com/andrea.buck.393/Successful Creative FB: https://www.facebook.com/successful.creative/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/successfulcreative_with_andrea/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-buck-03bb8215/IMDB:https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0118320/?ref_=fn_all_nme_2TEDx: https://youtu.be/iX083d3R9qo?si=UOUezWl4HAALBayjWebsite: https://www.successfulcreative.com.au/Grab the freebie here: Meta Dynamics Achetype Style Profile test: https://www.successfulcreative.com.au/meta-personallanding-page===================================If you enjoyed this episode, remember to hit the like button and subscribe. Then share this episode with your friends.Thanks for watching the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast. This podcast is part of the Digital Trailblazer family of podcasts. To learn more about Digital Trailblazer and what we do to help entrepreneurs, go to DigitalTrailblazer.com.Are you a coach, consultant, expert, or online course creator? Then we'd love to invite you to our FREE Facebook Group where you can learn the best strategies to land more high-ticket clients and customers. QUICK LINKS: APPLY TO BE FEATURED: https://app.digitaltrailblazer.com/podcast-guest-applicationDIGITAL TRAILBLAZER: https://digitaltrailblazer.com/

Adam creates a hypnosis session to help a client feel an aversion to sugar and refined carbohydrates and to unleash their inner genius so they can begin to trust their intuition again on food choices.

Ready to put your thinking cap on? We've got 15+ brain teasers lined up that are guaranteed to get your mind buzzing and your inner genius shining. These aren't just your average riddles—they're the kind that'll have you scratching your head one moment and shouting, ‘Aha!' the next. Whether you're looking to challenge yourself or just have some fun, this video is packed with twists and surprises. So, grab a comfy seat and get ready to flex those brain muscles—you might just surprise yourself with how clever you really are! Animation is created by Bright Side. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music by Epidemic Sound ⁠https://www.epidemicsound.com⁠ Check our Bright Side podcast on Spotify and leave a positive review! ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0hUkPxD...⁠ Subscribe to Bright Side: ⁠https://goo.gl/rQTJZz⁠ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ / brightside  ⁠ Instagram: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ / brightside.official  ⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@brightside.of...⁠ Stock materials (photos, footages and other): ⁠https://www.depositphotos.com⁠ ⁠https://www.shutterstock.com⁠ ⁠https://www.eastnews.ru⁠ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For more videos and articles visit: ⁠http://www.brightside.me Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ready to put your thinking cap on? We've got 15+ brain teasers lined up that are guaranteed to get your mind buzzing and your inner genius shining. These aren't just your average riddles—they're the kind that'll have you scratching your head one moment and shouting, ‘Aha!' the next. Whether you're looking to challenge yourself or just have some fun, this video is packed with twists and surprises. So, grab a comfy seat and get ready to flex those brain muscles—you might just surprise yourself with how clever you really are! Animation is created by Bright Side. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music by Epidemic Sound ⁠https://www.epidemicsound.com⁠ Check our Bright Side podcast on Spotify and leave a positive review! ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0hUkPxD...⁠ Subscribe to Bright Side: ⁠https://goo.gl/rQTJZz⁠ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ / brightside  ⁠ Instagram: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ / brightside.official  ⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@brightside.of...⁠ Stock materials (photos, footages and other): ⁠https://www.depositphotos.com⁠ ⁠https://www.shutterstock.com⁠ ⁠https://www.eastnews.ru⁠ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For more videos and articles visit: ⁠http://www.brightside.me Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerful episode of Voices of Courage, host Ken D Foster welcomes legendary financial author and wealth strategist Robert G. Allen—#1 New York Times bestselling author of Nothing Down, Creating Wealth, and Multiple Streams of Income. Known for pioneering the use of "Other People's Money" and teaching millions how to achieve financial independence, Allen now turns his focus to a new frontier: empowering aspiring authors. Discover the secrets behind his latest book, #1 Bestseller: How You Can Become a Bestselling Author in Only 30 Minutes a Day. Learn how to write, publish, and monetize your message—even with a busy schedule. Whether you're a first-time writer or a seasoned entrepreneur, Robert shares mindset shifts, practical tools, and innovative strategies—including AI-driven methods—to turn your story into a powerful income-generating asset. Tune in to learn how books can build your brand, leave a lasting legacy, and become one of the most underutilized streams of income today. This is the episode that will give you the courage to write, publish, and profit from your passion. Episode link (YouTube): https://youtu.be/2oja9lXCHGs

Riddles teach us to think critically. And this skill is so much needed in everyday life: when you need to choose one product out of dozens of similar ones, or pick one variant out of many others. Let's train the brains to decide quickly and effectively. Here's a fresh portion of riddles to boost your brain power. #brightside Animation is created by Bright Side. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music by Epidemic Sound https://www.epidemicsound.com Check our Bright Side podcast on Spotify and leave a positive review! https://open.spotify.com/show/0hUkPxD... Subscribe to Bright Side: https://goo.gl/rQTJZz ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook:   / brightside   Instagram:   / brightside.official   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brightside.of... Stock materials (photos, footages and other): https://www.depositphotos.com https://www.shutterstock.com https://www.eastnews.ru ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For more videos and articles visit: http://www.brightside.me Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Now is the time! For the artist, the precarious nature of the world can be experienced as a creative catalyst, a call to adventure, a push to step up and allow our inner Genius to flow at a higher level. When the world seems to be plunging into chaos and confusion, it is the artist who turns inward for inspiration to light the way and lead humanity out of darkness with love and compassion. Live, weekly broadcast with visual artist and meditation guide Palehorse. This broadcast is part of a series of live, solo episodes on the theme of Superconscious creativity, meditation and following the inner muse to make the world a more beautiful place through our work. When we heed this call to adventure, face our fears and follow the inner guidance, we align with our soul's purpose. Our entire life becomes a beautiful work of art –an expression of calm feeling, –a magical quest for Bliss and transformation no matter what is going on in the world around us. Affirmations: I step forward with perfect faith in the power of the Omnipresent Goodness, to bring me what I need, at the time I need it. - Yogananda I hold my thoughts up to the Calmness within; in Calmness I receive inspiration from my higher Self. - Swami Kriyananda

Hey Friends! I'm thrilled to have you join me for another episode of "The Full Weight of Joy" Podcast. Today, we're diving deep into the transformative power of self-awareness and how understanding your personal strengths—your "zone of genius"—can lead to a more fulfilling life. We'll explore how self-knowledge can bring you inner peace, joy, and authentic confidence. Let's do this! "Self-awareness is the key to unlocking your true potential and living a life filled with purpose and joy." ~Tami Imlay Curious if you fall in the 90% or the 10%?? Check out this QUICK quiz to find out! www.tamimariecoaching.com/quiz    Key Takeaways: Self-awareness is foundational for significant life changes, leading to enhanced inner peace and authentic confidence. Recognizing your skills and experiences, even from roles like stay-at-home parenting, is crucial for personal and professional growth. Neglecting self-awareness can result in missed opportunities for impact and fulfilling relationships. Embracing your strengths leads to better decision-making, increased confidence, and stronger relationships. Highlight Message: Don't miss the importance of actively living your purpose. Discovering it is just the beginning; taking action is where the magic happens. Journal Prompt: Reflect on a recent decision you made. How did your self-awareness influence that decision, and what did you learn about yourself in the process? Special Announcements: Want to join me on Thursday's “Ask Me Anything” Hang out? Come with your questions and let's chat! I have a feeling this will become one of my most favorite events each week! Click the link here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6940858826?omn=84281274510 Thursday, Jan 23 @ 1130CST   (next month, I'll have something more official)   Find me: @tamimariecoaching on Instagram and Facebook LinkedIn @tamiimlay Email me:  tami@tamimariecoaching.com  My website is www.tamimariecoaching.com Send me a DM! I would love to connect with you! For more information on the song: Guitalele's Happy Place by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2017 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. https://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/56194 Ft: Kara Square (mindmapthat) Copyright Daily Choosing Joy LLC 2025

Ready to put your thinking cap on? We've got 15+ brain teasers lined up that are guaranteed to get your mind buzzing and your inner genius shining. These aren't just your average riddles—they're the kind that'll have you scratching your head one moment and shouting, ‘Aha!' the next. Whether you're looking to challenge yourself or just have some fun, this video is packed with twists and surprises. So, grab a comfy seat and get ready to flex those brain muscles—you might just surprise yourself with how clever you really are! Animation is created by Bright Side. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music by Epidemic Sound https://www.epidemicsound.com Check our Bright Side podcast on Spotify and leave a positive review! https://open.spotify.com/show/0hUkPxD... Subscribe to Bright Side: https://goo.gl/rQTJZz ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook:   / brightside   Instagram:   / brightside.official   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brightside.of... Stock materials (photos, footages and other): https://www.depositphotos.com https://www.shutterstock.com https://www.eastnews.ru ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For more videos and articles visit: http://www.brightside.me Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Matt Cardin, an accomplished writer, editor, and higher education professional known for his profound exploration of creativity, spirituality, and the mysterious intersections of religion and horror.Matt's work delves deeply into non-duality, the paranormal, and dystopian cultural trends, offering unique perspectives on the connections between creativity, spirituality, and life purpose.I first encountered his writing and teaching, particularly through his books A Course in Demonic Creativity: A Writer's Guide to the Inner Genius and the upcoming Writing at the Wellspring: Creativity, Life Purpose, Nonduality, and the Daemon Muse. I had the privilege of participating in his Writing at the Wellspring course, which provided transformative perspectives on creative practice.Matt Cardin is an author known for delving into the realms of horror and the metaphysical. His widely acclaimed fiction books, including To Rouse Leviathan and What the Daemon Said, focus on the convergence of horror with religion and creativity.With a Ph.D. in leadership and an M.A. in religious studies, Matt brings a richly layered understanding to these topics. A native of the Missouri Ozarks, he has lived in Texas and now resides in North Arkansas with his wife, where he continues his work of thoughtful cultural and creative exploration.Connect with Matt Cardin @https://mattcardin.com/https://www.livingdark.net/Time Stamps:01:48 Introduction and Opening Remarks 01:52 Journals and Life Mission 02:48 Exploring Life Purpose and Creativity 03:34 Writing and Creativity 07:52 Rebecca West and Patterns 09:11 Understanding Non-Duality 13:21 Non-Duality and Creativity 15:42 Discovering Non-Duality 21:32 Meditative Practices and Teachers 25:26 The Monastic Option and Cultural Preservation 34:20 Tuning into the Muse 36:37 Effortless Action and Creative Quietude 37:35 Exploring Western and Eastern Perspectives on Consciousness 38:04 The Concept of God and Mental Projections 40:04 Houston Smith and the Perennial Philosophy 43:00 Horror in Religion and Spirituality 43:46 Lovecraft vs. Ligotti: External vs. Internal Horror 46:08 The Intersection of Horror and Spirituality 46:28 Religion as a Cosmic Order and Its Horrific Potential 55:50 The Wellspring Book and Future Plans 57:48 Final ThoughtsExcerpts from Interview:On Non Dual“ Where is the actual boundary between what I'm calling myself and what I'm calling everything else? When you really start to investigate that in a first person sense, that's when the magic eye picture suddenly gains that added depth. And your mind is blown.”On Religion, HorrorYou can see the horror in religion and you can see the religion in horror… You're playing with fire when you're playing with religion because it creates a world. And then there's this infinitude that it also lets in that is going to blow up that world. You might receive that as horror. You might receive that as joy… Religion is a perturbing or disturbing of the universe, including the universe that is oneself and the entire conception that goes with it that is provided by the religion to possibility to tip over from horror or to bliss or whatever is right there.”On Life Mission, Creativity Make a monastery out of your life, a monastic preservation and cultural transmission activity, the mission of your life here in the world. What seeds are you going to plant that a future civilization might find of use? What could you contribute to some future phoenix rising from the ashes of the present order?   Get full access to Leafbox at leafbox.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of creativity and emotional intelligence with Gaye Moore, a personal branding coach and emotional intelligence expert. 

Send us a textJoin us for an inspiring conversation with Pete, the host of the "Fire in the Belly" podcast. In this episode, Pete shares his journey from feeling lost and overwhelmed to becoming a proud author, mentor, TEDx speaker, and investor. Discover how he tapped into his inner genius and overcame challenges, including his experiences with ADHD and dyslexia. Learn valuable insights on setting priorities, managing time, and finding your passion. Don't miss this episode filled with motivation and practical advice for living a fulfilling life.Key Take-Aways From The Episode:- How to listen to your inner genius- Overcoming challenges with ADHD and dyslexia- The importance of finding and following your passion- Tips for effective time management and setting prioritiesAbout The Guest:Pete is a mentor, speaker, TEDx speaker, and author of "Be Hard to Be Rich: Listen to Your Inner Genius." He hosts the "Fire in the Belly" podcast, where he explores people's passions and helps them achieve their goals.Transcript00:00 - Welcome to another episode of Crazy Fitness, guys Healthy living podcast00:23 - Jimmy McNair is the author of a new book called be hard to be rich02:10 - How did you get started with your, uh, TEDx experience05:35 - How did you come up with the name fire in the Belly11:28 - You started buying property 21 years ago when you were 2019:23 - I was only diagnosed with dyslexia and ADHD two years ago25:39 - You have ADHD and hyper disorder, so the hyper bet is variable30:55 - I'm not on any medication at the moment. Um, so you can then look atFree AI Based Chrome productivity blocker defends against websites, keywords, and adult content PodcasltePodcastle is the easiest way to edit, transcribe, and so much more with AI all in one place!Block PEveryone likes a safer internet thats why I like Block P that makes it safer for everyone!DeepstashLearn new things every day!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.Follow, Buy, Subscribe, and Support our Show https://c.f.g.crazyfitnessguy.com/ https://jimmy.crazyfitnessguy.com/ Leave Us A Review https://www.crazyfitnessguy.com/reviews/new/ Subscribe To CrazyFitnessGuy Premium Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2379712/subscribe https://www.crazyfitnessguy.com/support/ Fitness Disclaimer: The Service offers health, fitness and nutritional information and is designed for educational purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace, professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other health-care professional. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have read on the Service. The use of any information provided on the Service is solely at your own risk.

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Reverend Bonnie Barnard shares fascinating stories of successful women who made great contributions to humanity and the process for awakening your inner genius. (Originally aired September 16, 2024)

Subscriber-only episodeSend us a Text Message.Join us for an inspiring conversation with Pete, the host of the "Fire in the Belly" podcast. In this episode, Pete shares his journey from feeling lost and overwhelmed to becoming a proud author, mentor, TEDx speaker, and investor. Discover how he tapped into his inner genius and overcame challenges, including his experiences with ADHD and dyslexia. Learn valuable insights on setting priorities, managing time, and finding your passion. Don't miss this episode, which is filled with motivation and practical advice for living a fulfilling life.Key Take-Aways From The Episode:- How to listen to your inner genius- Overcoming challenges with ADHD and dyslexia- The importance of finding and following your passion- Tips for effective time management and setting prioritiesAbout The Guest:Pete is a mentor, speaker, TEDx speaker, and author of "Be Hard to Be Rich: Listen to Your Inner Genius." He hosts the "Fire in the Belly" podcast, where he explores people's passions and helps them achieve their goals.Transcript00:00 - Welcome to another episode of Crazy Fitness, guys Healthy living podcast00:23 - Jimmy McNair is the author of a new book called be hard to be rich02:10 - How did you get started with your, uh, TEDx experience05:35 - How did you come up with the name fire in the Belly11:28 - You started buying property 21 years ago when you were 2019:23 - I was only diagnosed with dyslexia and ADHD two years ago25:39 - You have ADHD and hyper disorder, so the hyper bet is variable30:55 - I'm not on any medication at the moment. Um, so you can then look at the medication route36:05 - Brian Tracy procrastinates on several tasks throughout the year45:03 - Some people say, why can't you just do this and this51:46 - Mighty Pete says sometimes we need to call bull on ourselvesShow notes created by https://headliner.appFree AI Based Chrome productivity blocker defends against websites, keywords, and adult content Follow, Buy, Subscribe, and Support our Show https://c.f.g.crazyfitnessguy.com/ https://jimmy.crazyfitnessguy.com/ Leave Us A Review https://www.crazyfitnessguy.com/reviews/new/ Subscribe To CrazyFitnessGuy Premium Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2379712/subscribe https://www.crazyfitnessguy.com/support/ Fitness Disclaimer: The Service offers health, fitness and nutritional information and is designed for educational purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace, professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other health-care professional. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have read on the Service. The use of any information provided on the Service is solely at your own risk.

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Regardless of our external circumstances, such as our upbringings, educations, or professions, we all have an internal capacity to achieve great things in our own lives and the world around us. To unleash this “inner genius,” however, it's crucial to believe in its existence and develop the desire and motivation to reach the goals that we set for ourselves.  Nicknamed the “One Minute Mentor,” Peter Thomas is a renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist who has made significant strides in real estate and business. He founded Century 21 Real Estate Canada, and is growing his Dogtopia business to be the top dog daycare and boarding brand in North America. Beyond business, Peter leads Thomas Pride International, investing in innovative ventures with a positive community impact. His philanthropic efforts include the Todd Thomas Foundation and the Thomas Foundation, supporting children's mental health and education. Peter champions values-based living and leadership through the LifePilot program, and has also authored several books, including his latest, “The Dream Factory: A Proven Formula to Turn Your Dreams into Reality!” As our guest in Episode 194 of The MINDset Game® podcast, Peter shares the following: Why it's important to get clear on your values, and then strive to set and accomplish goals – beginning with small goals before expanding to more ambitious ones – that align with your values The power of surrounding yourself with people whose skills and talents complement your own, while also being cautious about which advice from others you choose to follow The value of seeking mentors – which may include channeling the intuitive guidance of great figures throughout history whom you admire – to help encourage you in the process of harnessing your genius potential  To hear more from Peter Thomas, follow him on social media (@peterhthomas_ on Instagram and Peter H. Thomas on LinkedIn and Facebook), or look for one of his books.  To subscribe to The MINDset Game podcast, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.  

Check our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo Tweetable quote from Michael "The genius of a person is connected to their inner wounds, so sometimes, to get to the genius, you have to go through the wound." Summary In this episode, Dr Espen had a conversation with Michael Meade, a renowned storyteller, author, and scholar of mythology, anthropology, and psychology. They explore how to tap into individual genius, the significance of rites of passage, and the global awakening of humanity.

This episode features The Karma of Success author Liz Tran, a pioneer in blending spirituality with practical strategies for personal and professional growth. She will share insights to help you recognize your core competencies, understand your motivators, and offer ways to manage your strengths effectively. With a mix of advice and inspiration, you will leave […] The post Tap into Your Inner Genius and Progress Your Career appeared first on The Conferences for Women.

Welcome to the Teach Them Diligently podcast, where we explore the world of homeschooling and parenting with a focus on biblical principles and practical insights. Today, we are thrilled to have Melissa Hannigan, a homeschool mom and author, as our guest speaker. In this episode, Leslie Nunnery and Melissa delve into the concept of "Inconvenient Parenting" and how it can help nurture your child's inner genius. Melissa shares her journey of embracing inconvenient parenting and cultivating the 12 genius qualities in her children. She discusses how she discovered these qualities through non-Christian research and applied them from a biblical perspective. Melissa also shares the impact of inconvenient parenting on her family, including the tragedy they faced and how God's faithfulness sustained them. She emphasizes the importance of understanding and embracing the unique qualities of each child and creating a family culture that reflects God's design. Tune in to discover practical tips on how to incorporate Dr. Armstrong's research into your parenting journey while embracing the beauty of God's design for your family. Meet the Guest:Melissa Hannigan holds a Master's of Arts degree in counseling from Midwestern Theological Seminary. She is wife to John Hannigan. They have been married for 18 years and have four children. Before becoming a full-time homeschool mom, Melissa has worked with teen girls to overcome abuse, addictions, and trauma. She is passionate about helping people discover God's best for their lives and their families. Together with John, Melissa is a Co-Founder of Ignite the Family, and released her first book in August 2023. Key Takeaways:Inconvenient parenting involves choosing the hard and messy path in the short term for the long-term benefit of our children. Applying non-Christian research from a biblical perspective allows us to discern what is good and align it with God's truth. Understanding and embracing the unique qualities of each child is essential for their growth and development. Finding joy in the midst of trials is possible through God's presence and faithfulness. Additional Resources:Order your copy of Inconvenient Parenting by Melissa Hannigan HERE See Melissa at the TTD convention in 2024  

Episode 603 - In today's podcast my guest Katrina Bos is sharing with you how to tap into your inner genius. She also shares with you the five limitations we've created in the 3D experience and how you can overcome your own limitations. It's time to live to your full potential! Connect with Katrina Bos: https://katrinabos.ca https://facebook.com/katrinabos1 https://insighttimer.com/katrinabos https://instagram.com/katrina.bos https://katrinabos1.substack.com To unlock your full potential and live your best life, I invite you to SCHEDULE YOUR FREE DISCOVERY CALL: www.heatherhakes.com  SCHEDULE YOUR FREE DISCOVERY CALL: www.heatherhakes.com  MY PRODUCTS AND COACHING:

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Ready to give your brain a workout? Join us for an epic adventure into the world of riddles, where your wit and wisdom will be put to the test! With over 90 mind-bending challenges waiting for you, it's time to unleash your inner genius and see if you've got what it takes to crack them all. Whether you're a seasoned riddle solver or just looking for some fun, there's something here for everyone. Solving riddles works out your brain like the gym works out your body, so don't miss your chance to give it a go. #brightside Animation is created by Bright Side. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music from TheSoul Sound: https://thesoul-sound.com/ Listen to Bright Side on: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0hUkPxD... Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/brightside/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brightside.... Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@brightside.of... Snapchat - https://www.snapchat.com/p/c6a1e38a-b... Stock materials (photos, footages and other): https://www.depositphotos.com https://www.shutterstock.com https://www.eastnews.ru ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For more videos and articles visit: http://www.brightside.me Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join the Wizard as he unwraps the meaning of the word Genius. Wait til you hear him explain the Roman's take on the word!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Welcome to this very special edition of The Paint and Pipette Podcast, as we bring you a live coaching session hosted by the remarkable Liz Tran! Liz is a former venture capitalist and team-builder turned spiritual guru and startup coach. Her newest book, The Karma of Success: Spiritual Strategies to Free Your Inner Genius, is all about how to connect with your innate intuition. In this episode, you'll find out how Liz coped with changing the entire concept of her book just six weeks before it was published, the magic of the three S's, and everything we can learn from Einstein's process of generating new ideas. Then, we introduce the subject of Liz's coaching session, Aisha Dozie, the Founder and CEO of Bossy Cosmetics, a beauty brand geared toward igniting confidence in ambitious working women through high-quality, beautifully packaged, cruelty-free cosmetics and topical content. Liz begins the session by asking Aisha a series of rapid-fire questions that help us understand Aisha's professional background, what motivates her day-to-day, the differences between zones of genius and zones of excellence, and what Aisha can do to amplify her zone of genius on a daily basis. We end with a discussion about when you should and shouldn't outsource your zone of excellence and why leaps of faith are all about being comfortable with discomfort. Tune in for all this and more!Key Points From This Episode:Liz's account of changing her book's entire concept just six weeks before publication.Her experience of writing about deeply personal matters with vulnerability and transparency. How to assess if you're connected to your intuition: do you trust yourself?The three S's of spaciousness: silence, solitude, and stillness. What we can learn from the way Einstein brought subconscious ideas to fruition. Introducing the Founder and CEO of Bossy Cosmetics, Aisha Dozie. Now for something different: Liz displays her craft in a live coaching session with Aisha!A series of quick-fire questions to establish Aisha's base. Aisha's professional background and what motivates her in her line of work. How her role and the relationship with her clients have changed since she started Bossy.  The way she spends her time in any given work week. Leaps of faith and being comfortable with discomfort.  Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Liz TranLiz Tran on LinkedInLiz Tran on InstagramReset the PodcastThe Karma of Success Aishetu Fatima Dozie Aishetu Fatima Dozie on LinkedInAishetu Fatima Dozie on XAishetu Fatima Dozie on InstagramLacômbe GivenchyJeremy UtleyJeremy Utley EmailJeremy Utley on XJeremy Utley on LinkedIn

If you want to sharpen your leadership, sharpen your thinking—learn how from author, pastor, and coach Erwin McManus. Today, he's sharing how he broke through his own mental barriers and the most common mind shifts leaders need to make. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/unlock-your-inner-genius-erwin-mcmanus

What I learned from Self-Reliance by Ralph Waldo Emerson Join the Nat's Notes Newsletter to get my top highlights from the book. If you prefer video, subscribe on YouTube. Get Two Months Free of Readwise Readwise is my favorite reading tool. I use it to automatically extract my highlights from physical books, and I use their Reader to read and highlight everything I find online. Then they automatically organize all of my notes and send them directly to my note-taking tool, so I can immediately look up anything I loved in past books I read. It's a total game changer for getting the most out of every book you read, and if you love books, you need to be using it. [00:00] Self Reliance  [02:34] Trust Your Beliefs [05:29] The Consequences of Not Acting on Your Ideas [08:09] How to Do Meaningful Work [11:46] Don't Lose Yourself [14:16] Consistency is a Trap [17:14] Living in the Present [21:18] The Travel Trap [23:23] The Cyclical Nature of Society If you enjoyed this show, please let me know on Twitter (@nateliason) or Instagram (@nat_eliason)

Do you ever stop to consider the powerful energy that flows from your body and its intricate cycles? Today, we invite you to join us on a transformative journey of discovery with Naema Pierce, a pelvic specialist and women's sex coach. This enlightening conversation will have you contemplating your connection to your body, your femininity, and your innate creativity like never before.Naema's life-altering experiences in the heart of Peru sparked a spiritual awakening, reconnecting her to the earth and igniting her mission to assist others in honoring their menstrual cycles and reclaiming their sexuality. Let's shatter the shackles of a patriarchal society together, and embrace the freedoms found in recognizing and celebrating our cycles. From discussing the potency of the menstrual cycle to exploring sacred femininity through bodywork, Naema's insights foster a profound understanding of womanhood and our bodies.We delve into the eye-opening topics of intimacy, pelvic health, and the transformative power of self-pleasure practices. Naema shares her personal experiences, emphasizing the importance of reconnecting with our bodies and our sexuality, and the liberation that can unravel from opening the floodgates of grief. Encouraging us to confidently reclaim our sexuality, and utilize our unique stories for healing and connection, Naema introduces us to the exhilarating world of self-connection through sexuality. It's time to unearth our inner muse and celebrate the vibrant energy within us.Connect with Naema:FREE Pussy Love Liberation Practice: https://bit.ly/Free-Pussy-Love-PracticeFREE Art of Sexual Surrender Practice: https://marvelous-experimenter-9517.ck.page/4aa0e46b1cWebsite: https://www.naemapierce.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCywaANEFlCtTdE2QwWnC1FAIG: https://www.instagram.com/naemapierce/About Naema:Naema is a pelvic specialist and women's sex coach - helping women & pussy owners overcome pain, shame and disconnection in their pussy & sexuality so they can experience epic sex, erotic confidence and a thriving relationship to their pussy and selves. She helps women unlock this through her VAPPA™  method - an integrative approach to sexual liberation and hands on pelvic care. She is a powerful coach, working online with clients globally as well as in person in her thriving bodywork practice in Asheville, NC where she offers somatic pelvic healing sessions to women & pussy owners who are ready to get to the root of their disconnect and discover deep sexual liberation & healing. Naema is a total science nerd, esoterically deep, ridiculously playful, and is wildly passionate about helping you to live your most liberated and pleasurable life possible. Support the showBuy your copy of Elena's book "Grieve Outside the Box"Follow on IG @elenabox

Today's episode is a special one! A throwback to July 2017 when I sat down with my late mentor and hero Bob Proctor. We dive into Bob's early ambitions, the importance of doing things for ourselves, and the transformative journey of Bob borrowing $1000 of startup money to achieve remarkable success. Our discussion also explores the essence of understanding and reshaping our subconscious beliefs to unlock a world of possibilities. Tune in for a blend of personal anecdotes and timeless wisdom, aimed at inspiring a new perspective towards personal growth and success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Unschool FREE How to Launch Masterclass is available here. Learn more about starting your next 6-figure business, plus get AI pitch prompts, swipe copy, brand decks, social templates, and more inside the Unschool: Intuitive Biz Academy.   Today's guest:  Liz Tran is the creator of Reset, an executive coaching company. Liz coaches the CEOs and founders of the fastest-growing companies in the world, and altogether they have raised more than $500 million in funding and created over $4 billion in enterprise value. In addition to her fifteen years of tech and VC experience, Liz leads from her spiritual practice. She is a Buddhist, trained meditation teacher, and studied at the Samyak Ashram in Dharamshala, India. She is the creator of the podcast, Reset with Liz Tran, and her new book, THE KARMA OF SUCCESS - is available now. In this episode we discuss: Inner Genius, what it is and how to cultivate it Embracing the Intuitive Work Process Chasing achievements versus considering our inner world Why Liz said “goodbye” to her book and started over Her middle of the night revelation that led her to that decision The Four Expansions, as presented in Liz's book A reminder that “you don't get what you don't ask for” Find our voice to get what we want The Four Spiritual Strategies and essentials for a grounded life The time when Liz was $2 coffee rich Leaving her high paying VC job to start Reset Being $140K in debt and what came next Learning to Manifest mindfully  Liz's recommended journaling process (that I'm loving!) How we become brilliant and trust ourselves Follow Liz at @resetnyc _______________________________________________________ RESOURCES: Join The Unschool: Intuitive Biz Academy Want to chat about this episode? Text

Description: In this electrifying episode, we are joined by the incomparable Alara Sage, a beacon of empowerment and transformation, guiding women to rediscover and embrace their innate power and magnetism. Alara, with her rich history of facilitating personal growth and awakening, brings a refreshing perspective to the conversation around what it means to be a woman today. Dive deep as we explore the concept of embodied success, a term that Alara has not only coined but lives by. She shares her insights on how women can be leaders of the future, steering away from the traditional paradigms of power to a more fluid, intuitive, and authentic expression of leadership that is grounded in self-awareness and personal potential. Alara opens up about her personal journey of awakening her inner genius, a transformative experience that was both ecstatic and spiritual. She shares the secrets to tapping into this reservoir of creativity and brilliance that resides in all of us, waiting to be unleashed. We then venture into the magnetic field of personal power, discussing the source of our magnetism and how one can amplify it to attract wealth, opportunities, and fulfilling relationships. Alara sheds light on the ancient concept of Shakti, the primordial cosmic energy representing the dynamic forces that are thought to move through the entire universe, and how understanding and harnessing this energy can be a game-changer in one's personal and professional life. Alara doesn't stop there; she takes us on a journey to discover the ecstatic woman within, encouraging listeners to embrace a life of bliss and authenticity, free from the shackles of shame, guilt, and societal expectations. Whether you are curious about how to increase your radiance and capacity, eager to learn about manifestation and creation, or simply want to be inspired by a woman who has walked the path of self-discovery to emerge powerful and blissfully herself, this episode is for you. Join us in this raw and authentic conversation that promises not just to enlighten but to ignite a spark of transformation in every listener. Prepare to be mesmerized, inspired, and perhaps even experience your own awakening as you breathe into connection and power with Alara Sage. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your life. To connect with Alara, visit her website: https://www.alarasage.com/ Disclaimer: Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show. Do your due diligence. Click here to join PodMatch (the "AirBNB" of Podcasting): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphd We couldn't do it without the support of our listeners. To help support the show: CashApp- https://cash.app/$drchrisloomdphd Venmo- https://account.venmo.com/u/Chris-Loo-4 Buy Me a Coffee- https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chrisJx Thank you to our sponsor, CityVest: https://bit.ly/37AOgkp Click here to schedule a 1-on-1 private coaching call: https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/book-online Click here to purchase my books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2PaQn4p Follow our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/chL1357 Thank you to our advertisers on Spotify. Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2023

In today's episode I speak with the incredible founder, author, and podcaster Liz Tran. Liz merges the worlds of grounded spiritual practice and business, and is the founder of Reset, where she works as an executive coach to the CEOs and founders of some of the world's fastest-growing companies.In our eye-opening conversation we chat about what it means to cultivate awareness, self-love and how to do it, owning truths about yourself, deflecting compliments, creating success from failure, cultivating your inner genius, internal family systems theory, your higher self and what that really means, how a person knows if they are being themselves, ego versus intuition, and producing remarkable results while practicing non-attachment.Questions to journal about and reflect on:

Liz Tran seemed to have it all in the right order — a ‘round the world sabbatical, a covetable venture capital job, and a new business complete with Vanity Fair coverage — until she found herself burnt out and broke. In this vibrant episode, “The Karma of Success” author shares how she rebuilt herself and her career from the ground-up. Liz gives tools and strategies for anyone to learn to love themselves, feel more confident from within, and tap into what she calls their “Inner Genius.” Now a coach to successful entrepreneurs (who have raised over $400M in funding), Liz will have you tossing your 5-year plan in the trash and re-defining what success means — on your terms.In this episode, we talk about:Why creating a ‘plan' can lead you away from your dream life, and what to do insteadHow to balance being practical and dreaming big as an entrepreneurThe non-negotiable thing you need to pull yourself out of a rock-bottomTangible tools to build confidence from within…starting right nowHow to tap into your Inner Genius — and why it makes work more easefulWhy you might be creating an artificial ceiling for yourself…and how to avoid itThe surprising relationship between happiness and success in businessWhy you need to start scheduling meetings with yourself ASAP! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stacey is a professional speaker and author dedicated to empowering men and women to overcome obstacles and achieve their dreams. With 20 best-selling books, being recognized as one of the Top 10 Entrepreneurs of 2023 by Apple News, and featured in Insider, Business Insider, and Yahoo News with 17 million views.   She has also been a guest on The Dr. Oz Show 5 times, worked with Ariana Huffington, and appeared on TV and radio shows. Stacey's mission is to provide personalized tools and confidence to help individuals discover their passion, redefine their purpose, and gain the courage to act. With a focus on empowerment, this speaker doesn't follow a template; she starts where you are and partners to work towards your goals.   "Every obstacle we go through in life, we gain strength, we gain knowledge, and we gain courage, and we keep going with it." - Stacey Chillemi   When Stacey Chillemi was diagnosed with epilepsy, she thought her life was over. But through her struggles, she discovered a newfound strength and passion for helping others. Now, as a coach, Stacey is dedicated to inspiring others to overcome their obstacles and unlock their true potential. What will happen when she leads her clients to transformation?   This 30-minute episode is on: Break free from hurdles with personal development and self-improvement techniques. Find the right coach to guide you out of any rut and towards your goals. Achieve inner bliss while reassessing material possessions in your life. Cherish valuable moments with your loved ones and treasure unforgettable experiences. Boost your mental health by embracing appreciation, positivity, and overall wellness.   Get in touch with Stacey: https://staceychillemi.com/ https://www.instagram.com/the_herbalguide https://www.facebook.com/HerbalGuide/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/staceychil/ https://twitter.com/The_HerbalGuide     Stacey Chillemi Podcast -The Advisor w/ Stacey Chillemi - https://www.spreaker.com/user/16674669     Free Ebook Download of Anti-Anxiety Formula - https://staceychillemi.com/free-gifts/     Get in touch with Jana and listen to more Podcasts: https://www.janashort.com/   Show Music ‘Hold On' by Amy Gerhartz https://www.amygerhartz.com/music     Get the Best Holistic Life Magazine APP! One of the fastest-growing independent magazines centered around holistic living. https://www.bestholisticlife.com/bhl-subscription/ Grab your gift today: https://www.janashort.com/becoming-the-next-influencers-download-offer/ Connect with Jana Short: https://www.janashort.com/contact/

On this episode Matt is joined once again by Michael Phillip, who is a writer, video creator and host of the podcast Third Eye Drops. Michael has released and appeared on hundreds of podcast episodes, melding minds with a wide range of multidisciplinary experts including scientists, artists, philosophers, spiritual teachers, bestselling authors, and viral personalities. He also hosts a YouTube channel where he ‘wonderdips' into mind melting topics like Jungian Psychology, Psychedelics and Consciousness. In this conversation the two dive into the essence of the Daimon (also spelled Daemon), which are linked to creativity and genius, and are often described as divine messengers, protectors or guardian angels. We learn the history behind the term, how to identify the daimon within yourself, and explore the limits of what a daimon can or cannot do. Afterward, the two dive into Astrology, which has been of particular interest to both as of late, and finally, they discuss the creative path and Michael's recent success on his YouTube channel. This one goes deep. Please enjoy.   Find Michael: https://www.instagram.com/third_eye_drops/   http://thirdeyedrops.com/   Sponsored by Feel Free: https://botanictonics.com/   Use code 'Xian40' at checkout to save $40   --- Sponsored by SHEATH: https://sheathunderwear.com   Use code 'TIMEWHEEL' at checkout to save 20%.

We're excited to welcome Dr. Kelly Kessler to "The Genetic Genius" podcast. Dr. Kessler is a licensed physical therapist, wellness coach, and the host of "Rewiring Health," a podcast that explores the power of nervous system regulation in achieving personalized wellness. She specializes in helping highly-sensitive, people-pleasing, perfectionist women in pain to self-heal through her integrative approach to healing. Inspired by her personal journey of recovering from an eating disorder and chronic back pain, Dr. Kessler has helped many women harness their innate ability to shift from survival mode to thriving. She believes that understanding our genetic makeup can help us unlock our innate ability to heal and thrive, particularly when it comes to nervous system regulation, chronic pain, eating disorders, and perfectionism. During her interview on "The Genetic Genius," Dr. Kessler shared her expertise on how to empower our innate healing power by addressing the root cause of our pain, rather than masking the symptoms. She discussed the importance of personalized audit, education, community support, and actionable steps for lasting results. Dr. Kessler's holistic approach to wellness has helped many women achieve personalized healing and transformation. If you're interested in genetics or seeking ways to improve your health and wellness, you won't want to miss this episode of "The Genetic Genius" podcast with Dr. Kelly Kessler. Here are a few questions we discussed on the show:  How does the nervous system regulate our response to stress and anxiety, and how can we promote healthy nervous system function to improve our mental health? What role do mindfulness and meditation practices play in regulating the nervous system and managing chronic pain and anxiety? Can you discuss the challenges that women in pain face, particularly those who are highly-sensitive, people-pleasing, and perfectionist? What is the link between chronic pain and mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety, and how can treating one condition improve the other? How can perfectionism be a barrier to personal growth and mental health, and what are some tips for letting go of perfectionist tendencies? To learn more about Dr. Kessler's integrative approach to healing, be sure to check out her website at optimalyouhealthandwellness.com. You can also connect with Dr. Kessler on her social media channels at Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, where she shares her latest insights and perspectives on health and wellness. As a special thank you for tuning in today, Dr. Kessler is offering our listeners a free resource that you won't want to miss. Simply head to view.flodesk.com/pages/61a53a53aadf79eb400350f1 to claim your freebie today. And if you're interested in unlocking your full potential through genetic analysis and personalized coaching programs, be sure to check out Dr. LuLu's website at drlulu.com. Dr. LuLu can help you achieve optimal health and wellness by understanding your unique genetic makeup and developing personalized solutions that work for you. Simply click on this link to make an appointment: https://p.bttr.to/2QHd3dF. Make sure to tune in next week for our conversation with Claire Gorman, where we'll be discussing "Unlocking Your Potential: Unleashing Your Creativity and Inner Genius." Claire is a renowned expert in personal development and creativity, and she has helped countless individuals tap into their innate creativity and unleash their full potential. You won't want to miss this exciting conversation, so be sure to tune in next week. Thanks again for listening, and don't forget to subscribe to "The Genetic Genius" podcast for more exciting conversations on the latest research and insights into the world of genetics.

Ozan Varol (originally on episode 205) is a former rocket scientist, lawyer, professor, and bestselling author who utilized his own practices to transition to a new career that has zero to do with science or the law. He is also the author of the new book AWAKEN YOUR GENIUS: Escape Conformity, Ignite Creativity, and Become Extraordinary, which helps kick people out of auto-piloting their lives and work and shows them how to unlock their originality and talents.   We discuss:  • The secret to stop overthinking and start doing  • Why your most scarce resource is not your time or your money • Why most people choose the wrong career (and what to do about it) • The surprising strategies that work to boost creativity (it worked for The Office writers!)   https://ozanvarol.com/ I've studied hundreds of the world's must successful people and compiled:13 Insights from the World's Most Successful People – Click Here to get access  https://youunleashedcourse.com/ You Unleashed is an online personal development course created by Sean DeLaney after spending years working with and interviewing high achievers.The online course that helps you ‘Unleash your potential'! You Unleashed teaches you the MINDSETS, ROUTINES and BEHAVIORS you need to unleash your potential and discover what you're capable of. You know you're capable of more and want to bring out that untapped potential inside of you. We teach you how. Enroll Today!- Click Here Subscribe to my Momentum Monday Newsletter Connect with us! Whatgotyouthere TikTok YouTube Twitter Instagram 

On today's episode, you'll hear an excerpt from one of 4 quick-start lessons from the 2023 You Can Heal Your Life Summit! In this illuminating lesson, former CNN reporter, best-selling author, and motivational speaker Mel Robbins teaches you why the first hour of your day is so crucial. You'll learn the #1 thing successful people do every morning, and how you can start doing it too. Get ready to be your best self ever! The summit starts on January 11th, but you can listen to this full quick-start audio for free right now when you sign up for this exclusive virtual event. Visit hayhouse.com/summit to sign up for free. 

When I sat down with Vickie Helm - an acclaimed bestselling author of over 40 books. But the funny thing is that Vickie is known primarily as a business and asset development strategist, who happens to put her wisdom, experience, and insight into books. Lots of 'em. In this episode, Vickie fills us in on her inspirations, life lessons, and role models, some of whom are not what you'd expect! Currently, Vickie is the CEO of Smart Group Firm, and SmartWealthNews.com; and Co-CEO of Metadigm Digital LLC. She and her partners share the secrets to growing a successful business and creating more wealth. Vickie is a sought after consultant for people who want to grow more assets and take command of their financial freedom.

Each person on the planet has a way of being and thinking that when tapped into feels both natural and fulfilling. This is called your inner genius. The goal for each person is to find their inner genius; the goal for each manager is to help people leverage this knowledge, to help them bring forth the genius that lies within each of us. Today’s guest is Catherine Mattiske. Catherine is a leading global business educator and author with 30 years of experience across industries, including banking, insurance, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and retail. She is the founder of TPC — The Performance Company, an international training and consulting organization that has worked with Fortune 100 companies worldwide. Catherine has authored more than 30 books, her latest being “Unlock Inner Genius: Power Your Path to Extraordinary Success”. Catherine and I talk about the inner genius concept. We get into how to find your inner genius, how to connect what you love to do outside of work and get the same state of flow while at work, the different genius archetypes, building a team that optimizes for inner genius, and much more. Members of the Modern Manager community get 50% Off the Inner Genius Profile. Take the Inner Genius Profile to discover how you learn and communicate. The profile takes 10 minutes and will make the way you work, study, and communicate more efficient and effective. Get it when you join the Modern Manager community. Or, check out The Modern Manager Skills Accelerator. Subscribe to my newsletter to get episodes, articles and free mini-guides delivered to your inbox. Read the related blog article: Unlock the Power of the Inner Genius KEEP UP WITH CATHERINE Inner Genius LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/discover-your-inner-genius- Inner Genius Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/geniusquotient/ Inner Genius Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/innergeniusnow Inner Genius Insta: https://www.instagram.com/innergeniusnow/ Catherine Linkedin: https://au.linkedin.com/in/catherinemattiske The Performance Company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePerformanceCompany

Set the context for a joyful, exuberant day with a short, powerful message from Sadhguru. Explore a range of subjects with Sadhguru, discover how every aspect of life can be a stepping stone, and learn to make the most of the potential that a human being embodies. Conscious Planet: https://www.consciousplanet.org Sadhguru App (Download): https://onelink.to/sadhguru__app Official Sadhguru Website: https://isha.sadhguru.org Sadhguru Excluive: https://isha.sadhguru.org/in/en/sadhguru-exclusive Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.