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Welcome to Season 11 of The Hoffman Podcast. We begin our new season with Suleika Jaouad, an extraordinary writer, artist, and author - and deeply soulful human. Suleika is not a graduate of the Hoffman Process, but many in her circle have attended, and her work deeply reflects its spirit. Suleika Jaouad :: Photo by Nadia Albano Suleika speaks and writes about creative alchemy. Her recent bestselling memoir is The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life. An alchemical life is one where we learn to take the more challenging lead weights (events and experiences) of our lives and work with them. We alchemize them into something new, as the alchemists of old called them, the gold. Suleika has been doing exactly this since she was diagnosed with leukemia at 22. She spent the next year of her life shuttling between her childhood bedroom and chemo rooms instead of embarking on a traditional adult life. As she worked with what she was facing and brought it closer to her, her relationship with it and with herself transformed, alchemized. As Suleika shares in this conversation with Drew, "that's maybe our collective, forever work, what we do when things fall apart. For me, reconceiving of survival as a creative act of taking those moments where things fall apart and re-fastening them into something has been my way of finding my way." We hope you enjoy this soulful, inspiring conversation with Suleika and Drew. It's a beautiful beginning to our new season. More about Suleika Jaouad: Suleika Jaouad is a writer, artist, and author of the New York Times bestselling memoirs The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life and Between Two Kingdoms, which has been translated into over twenty languages. She writes the #1 Literature newsletter on Substack, the Isolation Journals, home to a creative community of over 230,000 readers from around the world. A three-time cancer survivor, she launched her career from her hospital bed at age 22 with the New York Times column and Emmy Award-winning video series “Life, Interrupted.” Her essays and reporting have appeared in The New York Times Magazine, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, The Guardian, and Vogue, among others. A sought-after speaker, her TED Talk, “What Almost Dying Taught Me About Living,” has more than five million views. Along with husband Jon Batiste, Jaouad is the subject of the Oscar-nominated and Grammy Award-winning documentary American Symphony, produced by the Obamas—a portrait of two artists during a year of extreme highs and lows. When her leukemia returned in 2022 and treatment complications temporarily compromised her vision, she turned to painting to transcribe her fever dreams and medication-induced hallucinations. This vibrant, visceral record of grief and desire has since expanded to include large-scale watercolors, exhibited in The Alchemy of Blood, a joint show with Jaouad's mother, the artist Anne Francey, at ArtYard. Most recently, she was commissioned to paint a grand piano for the 2024 Super Bowl in New Orleans, now on display at the New Orleans Museum of Art. She lives in Brooklyn with her husband and trio of rescue dogs. Find out more about Suleika at suleikajaouad.com. Follow Suleika on Instagram and the Isolation Journals Newsletter on Substack. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify As mentioned in this episode: Matt Heineman, Director of American Symphony and Hoffman grad. Jon Batiste •   Winner of 7 Grammy Awards •   Bandleader and musical director on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert from 2015 to 2022. Eudora Welty quote: "I don't think we often see life resolving itself, not in any sort of perfect way, but I like the fiction writer's feeling of being able to confront an experience and resolve it as art, however imperfectly and briefly—to give it a form and try to embody it—to hold it and express it in a story's terms." Eudora Welty Terry Tempest Williams

Great Spiritual and Self-Development Authors:I'm going to start off with authors that I adore in no particular order because they're all amazing. You could easily pick one of those books, read it, and find something useful.His Holiness the Dalai Lama—I probably have the most books of his. One of my favourites is "An Open Heart." It is from a lecture he gave in New York. He can get very deep and philosophical, so if you want to dive deep into Buddhism and our connection with all things and understanding compassion, that's where I'd go.Deepak Chopra is fantastic, with so many of his books being wonderful. Wayne Dyer as well, and Louise Hay—what can I say? We use Louise Hay's "You Can Heal Your Life" as part of our courses here at LunaHolistic. That book is probably the one I reference the most. All of her books are really great, and she has a lot to say on gratitude, which is fantastic for our mental and spiritual well-being.Thich Nhat Hanh was a Vietnamese Buddhist monk, and he has many beautifully written, amazing books on mindfulness. If you're interested in mindfulness and slowing your mind down, creating some peace and calm, no matter the circumstances, all of Thich Nhat Hanh's books are wonderful. He lived to be 95, and there are also some great resources on the Plum Village YouTube channel, as well as an app with some of his recorded lectures and meditations.Dean Radin is a science researcher who explores spirituality and consciousness, intuition, and how our human consciousness can interact with random number generators throughout the world. It's really cool from the science-meets-spirituality perspective, so if you want to dig into some fairly mind-blowing real science about how spirituality works, that is a great resource as well.Must-Read Books on Spirituality and Self-Help"Your Brain on Art: How the Arts Transform Us" written by Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross.It's a really cool book about how interacting with art in any form—music, drawing, painting, sculpting, anything creative at all—can benefit us. You get the best effect by making things yourself, but you also get a huge boost to your brain in all kinds of really cool brain science ways that significantly increase your resilience and decrease your anxiety.Creativity has a big role in decreasing anxiety and increasing life satisfaction, bringing a sense of calm. It doesn't matter if you're good at it; that's the beautiful thing. If we can set aside our inner critic, we can make, share, and enjoy all the benefits of being artistic. You can also just observe other people's art.For example, going to watch live music, visiting an art gallery, or connecting with other creators all provide great benefits. Even watching YouTube videos about people making things is a fantastic way to engage with creativity.If you feel like you're not an artist and you don't want to create, you can still be a patron of the arts and receive a huge benefit to your brain. Creativity is a powerful mechanism for transforming your life, getting perspective on your feelings and expressing yourself. "Your Brain on Art" is interesting because it approaches things from a scientific perspective, explaining what's actually happening in our brains when we're engaging with art."Life in 5 Senses" by Gretchen Rubin.In this book, the author visited an art gallery every day for a year, focusing on one of the senses each time. It's a fascinating read about her personal journey through mindfulness and connection with art in a place she enjoys, all while being attuned to her senses. It ties in art and mindfulness, which are huge parts of spirituality."Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents" by Lindsay C. Gibson.To dig into the deeper parts of ourselves, I recommend this author and her very clear perspective on dealing with dysfunctional and emotionally immature people. This book is especially beneficial if you have narcissists in your family, but it's relevant for any relationship dynamic. It's aimed at children of emotionally immature parents, but anyone can gain insight from it.There's also "Self-Care for Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents," which focuses on honouring your emotions, nurturing yourself, and living with confidence, also by Lindsay C. Gibson. These are fantastic books filled with valuable information about narcissism from various perspectives.What I appreciate about Gibson's work is its focus on emotionally immature behaviour and how to spot it, cope with it, and understand its impact on you. It's essential for those who didn't have parents who could teach the necessary skills for coping, regulating, and grounding.I think everybody should read those two books because it's surprising how many emotionally immature people you might encounter, even outside your family—important insights for navigating friendships, coworkers, bosses, or neighbours whose behaviour leaves you puzzled."The Art of Possibility: Transforming Professional and Personal Life" by Rosamund Stone Zander and Benjamin Zander.Benjamin Zander, the conductor of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, has a fantastic TED Talk about classical music. He's quite a character, and this book is a really great read. It provides a way of bringing forth people's creativity. This book is about leading people so that they are in their most creative, expressive, innovative, and inventive selves.This is important if you're trying to solve big problems or figure things out in any capacity, whether in a workplace setting or even within families, as we're leaders in our families and communities."The Gift: 14 Lessons to Save Your Life" by Dr. Edith Eger.Shifting gears to something very deep and profound, we have The Gift. Dr Eger is a psychologist, a Holocaust survivor, and well into her nineties, with a truly transformational message. If you're struggling and seeking a new perspective, this book is a brilliant guide to the power you have to transform your outlook on life.Her perspective focuses on 14 different ways of reframing experiences in a positive and nurturing manner while honouring the harms that may have happened to you. One of her profound sayings is "There's no forgiveness without rage", so you must experience, express, and allow the energy to move through without it keeping you stuck.It addresses how to move through incredibly challenging and painful experiences and connect deeply to the grace and beauty of life. This book is beautifully written, heartfelt, and one of the most inspiring reads I've ever encountered. Life changing!"Slow Productivity" by Cal NewportThese are in no particular order."Slow Productivity" has helped me save my brain because I have so many things I want to do, and it feels like there's not enough time to do them. This is a really great book about how, by going slow, you can go faster, especially if you are doing mental work or anything creative.You actually need space and time in order to put complex ideas together in a new way. So if you're a writer or your main work is using your brain rather than using your muscles, this is a really good one. It's a very well-written, well-researched book, and it helps give you a new perspective on the best way to work.We always think that if we want to get somewhere faster, we have to push harder and go there directly. But really, if you are doing anything creative or with your brain, going slower will get you there faster. The more you try to rush something, the lower the quality will be. Go slow to go fast!"Roar Like a Goddess: Every Woman's Guide to Becoming Unapologetically Powerful, Prosperous, and Peaceful" by Archara ShunyaThis book is so inspiring, and I recommend it to many people simply because it's so beautiful. I highly recommend listening to the audiobook version of this one, as you get to hear the author's voice as she tells the stories, and it's just magical. She tells stories about different goddesses and how we can apply those energies in our lives. It is a beautiful and empowering read. So if you want to access that wisdom and power of being a woman, I think it's good for everybody, regardless of how you identify. It's just a remarkable read."No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness with Internal Family Systems" by Richard SchwartzThis book is a fantastic introduction to Internal Family Systems (IFS), which is a therapy technique. Richard Schwartz is one of the primary creators of this technique. It's all about understanding that inside us are these multitudes of voices, parts of us that are all talking at once. One part of us, maybe the inner critic, is bullying the inner child, and maybe there's an inner adult or other aspects of your inner world.He treats all of these inner voices as though they are part of your internal family, and you can talk to each one of these parts and see what they need. When you do that, there's this central self—the part of you, your consciousness, that is truly you, steps forward in the middle.There are all the voices we have inside, and then there's the observer. When we pop into that observer's point of view, that's where we connect to this sort of spiritual essence of ourselves. It is a really interesting and gentle way of reframing what is happening with our inner critic.What he often says is that our inner critic is actually a childlike consciousness that is trying to protect us, to scare us away from harm and danger before we even go there. That little critic is trying to control our behaviour so that we won't get any more damage from abusive influences.If we recognize that inner critic as a child, we don't get rough with the part of us that's rough with us. We can be gentle, kind, and nurturing, then manage it with this reframe to gain a new inner awareness. "Hidden Life of Trees" by Peter WohllebenThe Hidden Life of Trees, written by a forester and scientist, explores how trees communicate with each other and their dynamic nature. It's a very sweetly written book. If you're looking to restore and balance your nervous system, I highly recommend the audiobook version. The narrator's voice is particularly soothing.It's a really sweet way to understand how connected trees are, something we often think of as individuals. They live and communicate in these communities, and that extended community is something we're also part of. A fantastic nervous system rebalancing read."Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants" by Robin Wall Kimmerer.It's just such a beautiful book. She is a botanist and an indigenous lady, and this book offers a really beautiful explanation of core philosophical concepts of a gift economy and how we can relate to our natural environment in a cooperative way rather than a dominator mindset.It's transformational on many levels and is a really good introduction to a whole new worldview, for shifting away from a colonial or hierarchical view, where human beings are at the top of a ladder and everything exists for our use. Instead, it emphasizes an interconnected way of being in the world, focusing on relationships and nurturing connections with the natural world and with each other. It is very beautiful, and there's some really cool botany in there. If you're looking for some science, it's also an excellent science book."The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself", by Michael Singer,This is one of those books that was just handed to me over and over again. It is a great read that helps you release your grip on who you truly are, letting go of your status, name, and accomplishments - who are you then?. If you take all of that away, who are you in the middle of all of that? The truth is, who you are is this conscious soul that's connected to all things.I find this book very impactful; it's very short, but very dense. It's one of those books where you read a paragraph, and then you have to sit and reflect. It's a slow read for me, even though it's a short book, but it contains beautiful concepts that can tap you into who you truly are at your core."The Awakened Brain: The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life" by Lisa MillerThis is another fascinating read. She is a brain researcher, and it's a great blend of science and spirituality. Initially, she studied people with depression and found in the data that those with any form of spiritual connection—whether religious or a connection to something greater, like nature, meditation, mindfulness, or faith—seemed to be protected from depression.This spiritual connection changes your brain, and researchers can actually see this in the brains of people who actively cultivate their spiritual connections; it lowers their instances of depression. It's so fascinating to me, given my background in science and the work I do. I'm always intrigued by the overlaps of spirituality and science. "The Order of Time" written by Carlo RovelliIt's about quantum physics and the nature of time from a scientific perspective. Time is really weird, and it has a connection to gravity and speed. To sum up the whole book, time is truly strange.It's a short read, but very dense; you really need to think about it. However, it is exceptionally well-written. Ravelli explains many deep science concepts in a poetic way. If you appreciate audiobooks, Benedict Cumberbatch narrates the audiobook version, so you might want to check that out.The Order of Time is a great introduction to quantum physics and relates to how I believe Reiki works. Much of the way Reiki is described from a spiritual standpoint overlaps with how quantum physicists explain the nature of reality. Combining those two ideas suggests that Reiki operates as a quantum phenomenon we connect to with our consciousness.I enjoy exploring quantum physics as it offers insight into a potential understanding of the mechanics of Reiki, alongside a spiritual connection to vast energies. I've had many strange experiences that connect me to something greater."Be Here Now" by Ram Dass,This book delves into the power of being present, emphasizing that the spiritual moment exists in the now. All time is essentially the present, and by allowing yourself to be completely present, you can enter a timeless spiritual space. This concept forms the core of Ram Dass's teachings, and the book is both beautifully written and illustrated. It's best to get a hard copy, as it has a nice, trippy quality to it, plus beautiful illustrations."Women Who Run with the Wolves" by Clarissa Pinkola Estés.A book that changed my life, I couldn't put it down when I first encountered it. I would say that was my first introduction to spirituality. This is not necessarily a spiritual book; it's about fairy tales and the Wild Woman archetype. "Women Who Run with the Wolves" was the first book where I connected to the concept of a spiritually strong woman, connected to nature and her primal instincts as being a powerful model for how I wanted to be in the world. This book was just transformative for me."The Original Reiki Handbook of Dr Mikao Usui" by Dr. Mikao Usui, translated by Frank Arjava Petter.Another amazing book that people ask me about when seeking recommendations for a Reiki book. I feel it's best to go to the source! It's an excellent source for your Reiki studies. For a long time, people believed that Reiki was only passed down orally, from teacher to student. However, there actually was a handbook written by Master Usui, which has been translated from Japanese to English with illustrations. It offers a fascinating look into the origins of this amazing healing modality for anyone interested in Reiki and its history."The Secret Art of Happiness. Change your Life with the Reiki Ideals", written by me, Geneva Robins.This book is based on the Reiki ideals, which are these five simple lessons for doing fewer things that cause you distress and more things that help bring ease. When you do those things, you invite happiness into your world.The Secret Art of Happiness is based on what I observed with my students when I was teaching Reiki. The people who got the most out of their Reiki classes were the ones who started really following the Reiki ideals.The Reiki Ideals, also known as the Reiki Principles, are: Just for today, I will let go of anger; I will let go of worry; I'll be grateful for my many blessings; I will do my work, which is my spiritual work, honestly; and I will be kind to myself and every living thing.This book gives you a tangible guide with journaling and meditation prompts and affirmation ladders to help you shift to a new state of empowered energy."Beyond Anxiety: Curiosity, Creativity, and Finding Your Life's Purpose" by Martha Beck I think it is fantastic. It is such a good read if you or anyone you know suffers from anxiety, even in a little tiny way.It has really good practical tools and techniques, along with an understanding of the brain science behind it. All of that is very well written and explains exactly proven techniques to decrease your anxiety. If you can tap into your creativity and your curiosity, it basically switches you into a different mode in your brain where you are not anxious."Whole Brain Living: Anatomy of Choice, and the 4 Characters that Drive Our Life" by Jill Bolte Taylor.Jill Bolte Taylor is a neuroanatomist who had a left hemisphere stroke, hemorrhage, that took over the whole left side of her brain, basically knocking her left brain offline. She could only use her right hemisphere, and because she was a neuroanatomist, she was aware and observing what was happening in her brain.She was fascinated as her whole left side of her brain shut down and even more fascinated as she recovered from her stroke and regained that left brain, learning to let the left and right brains play together. She describes that there are four parts of our brain, and they each have a different worldview on what makes up the inside of you and your connection with all things. So that's a really good one."Braving the Wilderness." by Brené Brown.Brene Brown, if you're not familiar, is a social worker and researcher focused on shame and vulnerability, and how vulnerability is essential to creativity and innovation, and bringing our best work into the world. What I love about "Braving the Wilderness" is that it's all about truly belonging. To truly have a sense of belonging, we have to belong to ourselves first and risk being alone in the wilderness.If we pretend to be someone we're not, we can't connect because people will connect to the mask we're wearing, not to who we truly are. So we have to brave that vulnerable space of sharing ourselves with people or being authentically curious about who we genuinely are, and share that with people who have earned the right to our story.In this book, she talks about the acronym for trust: BRAVING. It is magical. If you struggle with either over-trusting or under-trusting people, the BRAVING acronym is essentially the recipe for trust.  "Braving the Wilderness" is a fantastic read on all levels."You Can Heal Your Life" by Louise HayIt is so very good—it's very insightful about the mind-body connection and using affirmations to change your inner tape and dialogue. We use this book as a textbook in our Reiki Courses to help understand the mind-body connection."Seth Speaks" by Jane Roberts.It's an older book where Jane Roberts channelled a being called Seth. It's just wild and trippy, delving into the nature of consciousness, who we are, and how the soul and reincarnation work. A very profound and thought-provoking read."Nosso Lar" (which means “Our Home” in Portuguese) written by Francisco Candido XavierFrancisco Candido Xavier is a Brazilian author who channelled over 400 books, some of which are being translated into English. The "Nosso Lar" series talks about life on the other side, reincarnation, and various other concepts. I find it to be a very deep dive into what the other side is like.  What is your Favourite Spiritual Book?And there are so many more! Please drop a line; I'd love to hear how this all sits with you. If there's a book I mentioned that you absolutely love or don't, that's great. Let me know! If there are books that you think I need to read, please mention them. We may do another one of these reading list podcasts in the next little while. I'd love to hear from you!

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For Suleika Jaouad, journaling has been a source of solace through life's ups and downs for as long as she can remember. Writing in her journal helps her process, reflect and make meaning from painful experiences. In her book, The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life, Jaouad shares writing prompts from writers, artists and thinkers, to help you put pen to paper (even when you don't feel like it). Because creative expression, even on bad days, can offer inspiration and insight.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

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Suleika Jaouad is a New York Times-bestselling author and journalist. When Jaouad was just 22-years old, she was diagnosed with leukemia, sidelining her dream of becoming a foreign correspondent. Instead, she chronicled her cancer battle in the New York Times column "Life, Interrupted", and went on to write a best-selling memoir. Jaouad opened up to Hoda about her journaling practice, which inspired her latest book "The Book of Alchemy: Creative Prompts for an Inspired Life."

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In today's episode, we'll learn how to consistently live an INSPIRED life!

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Suleika Jaouad (The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life) is an Emmy Award-winning journalist and bestselling author. Suleika joins the Armchair Expert to discuss why in a memoir you should save the sharpest knives for yourself, being excited when something holds up a mirror to our ugliest parts, and moments of creative injury and the validation that can come from them. Suleika and Dax talk about finding her sense of belonging in books, choosing to play the double bass, and meeting the love of her life Jon Batiste at band camp. Sulieika explains how her leukemia was misdiagnosed as burnout syndrome, the experience of witnessing her worst day alchemize into one of her best, and why the only way for her not to be consumed by her fear during her illness was to collaborate with it.Follow Armchair Expert on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch new content on YouTube or listen to Armchair Expert early and ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/armchair-expert-with-dax-shepard/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

419. How to Stay Human with Suleika Jaouad Artist and New York Times bestselling author, Suleika Jaouad, returns to discuss the importance of creative processes for staying human.  -The surprising ways attachment theory shapes our creative expression and self-worth. -Challenges artists face when promoting their work—and how Glennon and Suleika resist the public pressures. -A simple yet powerful journaling practice to unlock self-connection and creative clarity. Suleika Jaouad is the author of the New York Times bestselling memoir Between Two Kingdoms. She wrote the Emmy Award-winning New York Times column and video series “Life, Interrupted,” and she is also the subject, along with husband Jon Batiste, of the Oscar-nominated documentary American Symphony.  A visual artist, her large-scale watercolors are the focus of several upcoming exhibitions. She is also the creator of the Isolation Journals, a weekly newsletter and global community and her latest book, The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life, is available now. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After nearly a decade in remission, bestselling author, speaker and cancer survivor Suleika Jaouad learned that her leukemia had returned. Confronted with profound uncertainty about her future, she turned to journaling as both a creative practice and means of survival. And through writing, Suleika discovered a powerful shift in perspective: to live each day as if it were her first, not her last. On this week's episode of Everyday Better, Suleika joins guest host Jessi Hempel to share insights from her latest book “The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life.” She reflects on what illness taught her about productivity, identity and success, and how creativity can help anyone metabolize grief, reclaim joy and reimagine what's possible in uncertain times. If you liked this episode, you'll also love this one: No Regrets Living: Designing Your Life Brief With Brand Strategist Bonnie Wan

Discover how to live an inspired life by aligning with your passion, values, and purpose. In this episode, we dive into practical strategies to stay motivated, overcome self-doubt, and lead a life full of intention and joy. Whether you're seeking daily inspiration, struggling with burnout, or craving more meaning in your life, this conversation offers tools and stories to guide your journey toward fulfillment.Facebook https://www.facebook.com/InspiredStewardship Twitter https://twitter.com/StewardCoaching Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stewardcoach/ Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/stewardcoach/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/csmaderer/ Website: https://inspiredstewardship.com Links to purchase the book https://inspiredlivingbook.com https://www.amazon.com/Inspired-Living-Assembling-Mastering-My Men Richard/Richard Lesperance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠richard.lesperance@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linkedin.com/in/richardlesperance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@mymenrichard

Book Bound Episode 18: Pride, audiobooks, and representation matters (read both ways). Cheryl's Books:     On Muscle: The Stuff That Moves Us and Why It Matters by Bonnnie Tsui My Autobiography of Carson McCullers by Jenn Shapland It Began with a Page: How Gyo Fujikawa Drew the Way by Kyo Maclear Mentioned: Why We Swim by Bonnie Tsui The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter by Carson McCullers Books by or including information about Gyo Fujikawa Books written and illustrated by Julie Morstad Unearthing: A Story of Tangled Love and Family Secrets by Kyo Maclear Jessica's Books:    The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Process For an Inspired Life by Suleika Jaouad The Café with No Name by Robert Seethaler The Lilac People by Milo Todd Mentioned: Between Two Kingdoms: A Memoir of a Life Interrupted by Suleika Jaouad Women's Hotel by Daniel M. Lavery The Einstein of Sex: Dr. Magnus Hirschfeld, Visionary of Weimar Berlin by Daniel Brook Mari's Books:    At Last She Stood How Joey Guerrero Spied, Survived, and Fought for Freedom by Erin Entrada Kelly Are You a Friend of Dorothy? The True Story of an Imaginary Woman and the Real People She Helped by Kyle Lukoff You and me, Anemone : a story about friendship and personal space by Rachel Vail  Oasis by Guojing Mentioned:  I'm Sorry You Got Mad by Kyle Lukoff The House That Floated by Guojing (September 2025 Release)  Our Producer, Rissa's Books:    Mentioned:  The Queens of Animation: The Untold Story of the Women Who Transformed the World of Disney and Made Cinematic History by Nathalia Holt

Nothing beats a good book, especially at the cottage, by the pool — or even quietly at home with the kids away at camp. We ask two professional book lovers to share their tips for the best books of the summer, from beach reads and blockbusters to novels from Canada's finest.Ann Shea, from Mill Street Books in Almonte, Ont., chose One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune, The Alternatives by Caoilinn Hughes, How to Survive a Bear Attack by Claire Cameron, The Mind Mappers by Eric Andrew-Gee and My Friends by Fredrik Backman.Cassidy Tooley, from Mosaic Books in Kelowna, B.C., chose Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy, Favourite Daughter by Morgan Dick, The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life by Suleika Jaouad, The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig, and Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid.Have you read any of these books already? Hit play to hear the conversation and find out why our book lovers think you should!

Episode 244: What It Really Means to Live a Yoga Inspired Life | In this heartfelt solo episode, Shayla revisits the foundational theme of the podcast—what it actually means to live a yoga inspired life. Inspired by her own journey that began 16 years ago, Shayla shares how yoga became a path of healing, reconnection, and embodiment well beyond the mat. This updated take on an earlier episode goes deeper into yoga philosophy, everyday mindfulness, and how to use the eight limbs of yoga as a framework for living with more intention, presence, and compassion. Whether you've never stepped foot in a studio or you're craving a deeper connection to your practice, this episode will leave you feeling grounded, inspired, and ready to return home to yourself.Connect with Shayla✨ Activate Align Expand Guided Journal & PlannerActivate Align Expand ProgramActivate Align Expand Affirmation DeckInstagram: @shaylaquinn YouTube: www.youtube.com/shaylaquinn TikTok: @shayla.quinn Website: www.shaylaquinn.com Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/shaylaquinn Learn more about TYIL Program

“In a world that rewards constant output, choosing a creative life can feel radical—but it's also freeing. This conversation with Vikki reminded me that we're not here to simply produce, but to feel, imagine, and build lives that reflect our true selves.”In this soulful episode, Canadian artist Vikki Drummond joins us to talk about what it means to live a truly creative life—beyond productivity, beyond hustle. We explore the natural seasons creatives move through: times of deep inspiration and growth, and times where boundaries and rest are vital. Vikki shares how tapping into your creative gifts can be a way out of the industrialized mindset of “more, faster, now”—and into a life that feels aligned, meaningful, and sustainable. We also dive into how emotional intelligence is a creative superpower, giving artists the ability to reflect, connect, and inspire. This episode is an invitation to honour your inner pace, trust your talent, and redefine what success means on your own terms.3 Tips from the Episode:Rest is not a break from creativity—it's a necessary part of your process.Creativity is a path to personal freedom; don't let old systems define your success.Your emotional depth is a gift—use it to connect, create, and lead with intention.

NBC senior business correspondent Christine Romans breaks down advice on what to do with your tax refund. Also, the story behind the fight to save the planet's sea turtles and the New Jersey long-term recovery center trying to reverse the tide. Plus, Jon Batiste and Suleika Jaouad join to discuss Suleika's new book, The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life. And, Anna Camp stops by to catch up and talk about joining the fifth and final season of ‘You.'

This week, Liberty and Patricia discuss Great Big Beautiful Life, Down in the Sea of Angels, Change the Recipe, and more great books! Subscribe to All the Books! using RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify and never miss a book. Sign up for the weekly New Books! newsletter for even more new book news. Trust your reading list to the experts at Tailored Book Recommendations! The professional book nerds (aka bibliologists) at TBR have recommended over 160,000 books to readers of all kinds. Let TBR match you with your next favorite read! Simply fill out a quick survey about what you want more of in your reading life, and your bibliologist will scour their bookish knowledge to find three reads they think you'll love. Choose from receiving just the recommendations via email, or opt to have paperbacks or hardcovers delivered right to your door. Get started for only $18 at mytbr.co! This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Books Discussed On the Show: Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry Down in the Sea of Angels by Khan Wong  Don't Cause Trouble by Arree Chung  The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life by Suleika Jaouad  Eat the Ones You Love by Sarah Maria Griffin  Change the Recipe: Because You Can't Build a Better World Without Breaking Some Eggs by José Andrés with Richard Wolffe  On Muscle: The Stuff That Moves Us and Why It Matters by Bonnie Tsui  Accidentally on Purpose by Kristen Kish For a complete list of books discussed in this episode, visit our website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inspiration meets real-life transformation. The Inspired Stewardship Podcast is your weekly guide to aligning your time, talent, and treasures with your God-given purpose. Hosted by coach and author Scott Maderer, each episode is packed with practical tools, biblical wisdom, and honest conversations designed to help you live an inspired life—on purpose and without apology. Whether you're a high-achieving Christian feeling stuck, a couple seeking clarity in your calling, or someone ready to stop drifting and start living with direction, this show will challenge, encourage, and equip you to build a life that honors God and fuels your soul. It's time to stop surviving and start stewarding. Let's live inspired—together.Scott Maderer is a coach, speaker, author, and co-founder of Inspired Stewardship, a business dedicated to helping Christian men and couples align their time, talent, and treasures so they can live out their God-given calling with clarity and confidence. After nearly 30 years in education, Scott and his wife Carrie stepped into their own calling, founding Inspired Stewardship in 2011 to serve those who feel stuck, burned out, or misaligned with their true purpose. As Certified Human Behavior Consultants and members of the John Maxwell Team, Scott and Carrie specialize in helping people understand themselves and others on a deep level so they can build a life of meaning, service, and sustainability. Scott is the author of Inspired Living: Assemble the Puzzle of Your Calling by Mastering Your Time, Your Talent, and Your Treasures, published by Morgan James in July 2024. Through one-on-one coaching, speaking engagements, workshops, and his podcast, Scott empowers people to show up boldly, live with purpose, and build a legacy that lasts.https://inspiredstewardship.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.

What if everything you've been told about success is actually holding you back? In this eye-opening conversation with Harvard-trained lawyer turned spiritual entrepreneur Tama Kieves, we unveil why "being practical" might be the most impractical decision you'll ever make for your happiness.Feeling empty at the peak of achievement isn't just common—it's a wake-up call. Tama reveals the counterintuitive truth that 68% of high achievers report feeling trapped in their success, and shares her radical approach to breaking free from conventional thinking. Her provocative advice to "stop being so damn practical" isn't just bold—it's backed by Yale neuroscience showing how embracing uncertainty actually supercharges creativity by 53%.From rewriting limiting beliefs to accessing your hidden genius, this episode delivers transformative insights for anyone who's ever felt successful yet unfulfilled. Discover why your unconventional desires aren't frivolous—they're the encoded roadmap to your most authentic life.ℹ️ About the GuestTama Kieves is a Harvard Law School graduate who left her legal career to help others discover and pursue their true calling. She shares daily inspiration for unconventional achievers on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and YouTube @TamaKieves. Her latest book, Learning to Trust Yourself, explores how limiting beliefs can shape our reality—and how to overcome them. Her work has been featured in a TEDx talk and highlighted by publications like Oprah Magazine.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TamaKievesAuthor/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tamakievesLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamakievesYouTube - @TamaKieves

Prayer for Living An Inspired Life for her Daily Spiritual Espresso published on March 22, 2025, which you can access here: https://powerofloveministry.net/2025/03/living-an-inspired-life/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Nehmy is an award-winning clinical psychologist whose innovative work has reached more than 50,000 people worldwide.  He is an emerging leading voice in the international IADC community, combining meticulous research and genuine compassion to help people heal from grief and loss.  Through this groundbreaking therapy, his clients find remarkable relief from their sadness, often experiencing extraordinary reconnections with their loved ones who have passed! Discover his newest book on this topic “Inspired Life, Beautiful Death: Healing Grief, Overcoming Fear of Death and Living a Spiritual Life" find on Amazon at https://amzn.to/3F4RvAZ Find out more at https://www.healinggriefwithiadc.com/ and at https://www.tomnehmy.com/ Thank you for listening!  Want more afterlife stories? Please, don't miss my #1 Afterlife Podcast on iHeart Radio. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shades-of-the-afterlife/id1534213090 OR on the website: https://bit.ly/ShadesoftheAfterlife *Join our free Sunday Gathering Inspirational Service, with medium demonstration included, PLUS medium & afterlife classes and events at https://www.wedontdie.com **Join our Patreon Community for as little as $1 per episode and receive ad-free, early bird episodes, and a full clickable & searchable list off all Sandra's 700+ afterlife episodes https://www.patreon.com/wedontdieradio **Join the supportive and loving, We Don't Die Listeners Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/wedontdielisteners/

Do you long for something more in your life? Are you innately drawn toward spirituality? Do you think we as humans are naturally wired to look for deeper meaning in our lives? Whether it be a walk in the woods, or through mediation or prayer, our guest today, Dr. Lisa Miller, believes that we are naturally able to tap into a heightened awareness of the world around us. We are able to cultivate circuits in our brains which help us to become more spiritually aware. By developing this awareness, we can begin to free ourselves from depression, anxiety, loss of creativity, and so much more. We can consider things from a more awakened, more elevated perspective. Dr. Miller believes when we feel depressed, this is an alert asking us for deeper spiritual exploration.  Dr. Miller is a professor in the Clinical Psychology Program at Teachers College, Columbia University, where she founded the Spirituality Mind Body Institute, the first Ivy League graduate program and research institute in spirituality and psychology. She has been with the Department of Psychiatry at Columbia University Medical School for more than a decade.  Dr. Miller is the NYT bestselling author of “The Spiritual Child” and her latest book is “The Awakened Brain.” She is the Editor of the Oxford University Press Handbook of Psychology and Spirituality, Founding Co-Editor-in-Chief of the APA journal “Spirituality in Clinical Practice,” an elected Fellow of The American Psychological Association (APA) and the two-time President of the APA Society for Psychology and Spirituality. A graduate of Yale University and University of Pennsylvania, she earned her doctorate under the founder of positive psychology, Martin Seligman, and she has served as Principal Investigator on multiple grant-funded research studies. Info: LisaMillerPhD.com.  

Episode 231: A Special Announcement – The Yoga Inspired Life Program is OPEN! | I wasn't planning on reopening The Yoga Inspired Life Program this year… but after receiving a powerful email from a past participant—someone who took the program two years ago and still uses what she learned every day—I knew I had to follow my intuition and make this opportunity available again.In this episode, I'm sharing:✨ The story behind how TYIL became the foundation of my own transformation✨ The email that gave me chills and inspired me to reopen enrollment✨ Who this program is meant for (if you're feeling stuck, uninspired, or unaligned—this might be for you!)

Loneliness is often misunderstood—but what if choosing to walk alone is the key to resilience, strength, and lasting confidence? Watch on YouTube In this powerful episode, inspired by Simon Sinek's talk, we explore the transformative power of solitude. Learn how embracing independence can ignite your mindset, sharpen your intuition, and help you thrive in every area of life.  Discover 10 life-changing insights on building self-worth, finding peace, and unlocking your full potential—plus 3 practical tips you can use today to reclaim your power and flourish.

Have you ever let fear or other people's opinions hold you back?

Author, story coach and entrepreneur Lauren Marie Fleming about her craft, her book Because Fat Girl, her School for Writers, and interactive workshops.

No matter the question, reading is the answer. And in a year starting off like 2025 is, we certainly need a lot of answers to life's questions.I am thrilled to welcome fellow Angeleno bookworm Traci Thomas (host of The Stacks podcast) to talk about the most anticipated new book releases of 2025. We talk about novels and nonfiction by debut and beloved authors publishing this year and sorry not sorry about this conversation that will send your book budget soaring. There are so many good books to look forward to in the next six months.Also in this episode, Traci really gives me a lot to think about in terms of how we talk about books and why it's okay to be publicly critical of books that don't work for us. As an author who is jumpy about that concept, Traci really shifted my perspective on this.You can listen to Traci on The Stacks podcastYou can follow Traci on IGYou can read Traci on her substack UnstackedYou can join Traci's PatreonFULL SHOW NOTES HEREJOIN THE SECRET STUFF BOOK CLUBMOST ANTICIPATED 2025 BOOKS:January Books:Black in Blues: How a Color Tells the Story of My People by Imani PerryWitchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady HendrixFebruary Books:Pure Innocent Fun: Essays by Ira Madison IIIShow Don't Tell by Curtis SittenfeldDeath Takes Me by Cristina Rivera GarzaOne Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This by Omar El AkkadMarch Books:Hot Air by Marcy DermanskyI'll Love You Forever: Notes from a K-Pop Fan by Giaae KwonThere is No Place for Us: Working and Homeless in America by Brian GoldstoneApril Books:Dear Writer: Pep Talks & Practical Advice for the Creative Life by Maggie SmithThe Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life by Suleika JaouadAuthority: Essays by Andrea Long ChuMay Books:Love and Exile by Shon FayeThe Last Supper: Art, Faith, Sex, and Controversy in the 1980s by Paul ElieJune Books:Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins ReidWeepers by Peter MendelsunALSO MENTIONED in this episode:Sara Hildreth of Fiction MattersEpisode 122 of The Stacks Podcast with Kiese Laymon, Breathe by Imani Perry Book ClubEpisode 222: Stephen King Starter Kit Part IIThe Keep It PodcastRead Traci's Most Anticipated List of 2025 with a different set of books than she talks about hereSuleika Jaouad's Substack, The Isolation JournalsMORE BOOKS mentioned in this episode:Blood in the Water by Heather Ann Thompson South to America by Imani PerryVexy Thing: On Gender and Liberation by Imani PerryMay We Forever Stand: A History of the Black National Anthem by Imani PerryBreathe: A Letter to My Sons by Imani PerryBetween the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi CoatesLooking for Lorraine by Imani PerryThe Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady HendrixHow to Sell a Haunted House by Grady HendrixRomantic Comedy by Curtis SittenfeldAmerican Wife by Curtis SittenfeldYou Like It Darker by Stephen KingLiliana's Invincible Summer by Cristina Rivera GarzaAmerican War by Omar El AkkadEvicted by Matthew DesmondReagan: His Life and Legend by Max BootYou Can Make This Place Beautiful by Maggie Smith Between Two Kingdoms by Suleika JaouadThe Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life by Suleika JaouadBeloved by Toni MorrisonThe Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid SUBSCRIBE to 10 Things To Tell You so you never miss an episode!CLICK HERE for episode show notesFOLLOW @10ThingsToTellYou on InstagramFOLLOW @10ThingsToTellYou on FacebookSIGN UP for episode emails, links, and show notesJOIN Laura Tremaine's SECRET SUBSTACKBUY THE BOOK: Share Your Stuff. I'll Go First. by Laura TremaineBUY THE BOOK: The Life Council: 10 Friends Every Woman Needs by Laura Tremaine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No matter the question, reading is the answer. And in a year starting off like 2025 is, we certainly need a lot of answers to life's questions. I am thrilled to welcome fellow Angeleno bookworm Traci Thomas (host of The Stacks podcast) to talk about the most anticipated new book releases of 2025. We talk about novels and nonfiction by debut and beloved authors publishing this year and sorry not sorry about this conversation that will send your book budget soaring. There are so many good books to look forward to in the next six months. Also in this episode, Traci really gives me a lot to think about in terms of how we talk about books and why it's okay to be publicly critical of books that don't work for us. As an author who is jumpy about that concept, Traci really shifted my perspective on this. You can listen to Traci on The Stacks podcast You can follow Traci on IG You can read Traci on her substack Unstacked You can join Traci's Patreon FULL SHOW NOTES HERE JOIN THE SECRET STUFF BOOK CLUB MOST ANTICIPATED 2025 BOOKS: January Books: Black in Blues: How a Color Tells the Story of My People by Imani Perry Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix February Books: Pure Innocent Fun: Essays by Ira Madison III Show Don't Tell by Curtis Sittenfeld Death Takes Me by Cristina Rivera Garza One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This by Omar El Akkad March Books: Hot Air by Marcy Dermansky I'll Love You Forever: Notes from a K-Pop Fan by Giaae Kwon There is No Place for Us: Working and Homeless in America by Brian Goldstone April Books: Dear Writer: Pep Talks & Practical Advice for the Creative Life by Maggie Smith The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life by Suleika Jaouad Authority: Essays by Andrea Long Chu May Books: Love and Exile by Shon Faye The Last Supper: Art, Faith, Sex, and Controversy in the 1980s by Paul Elie June Books: Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid Weepers by Peter Mendelsun ALSO MENTIONED in this episode: Sara Hildreth of Fiction Matters Episode 122 of The Stacks Podcast with Kiese Laymon, Breathe by Imani Perry Book Club Episode 222: Stephen King Starter Kit Part II The Keep It Podcast Read Traci's Most Anticipated List of 2025 with a different set of books than she talks about here Suleika Jaouad's Substack, The Isolation Journals MORE BOOKS mentioned in this episode: Blood in the Water by Heather Ann Thompson  South to America by Imani Perry Vexy Thing: On Gender and Liberation by Imani Perry May We Forever Stand: A History of the Black National Anthem by Imani Perry Breathe: A Letter to My Sons by Imani Perry Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates Looking for Lorraine by Imani Perry The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld American Wife by Curtis Sittenfeld You Like It Darker by Stephen King Liliana's Invincible Summer by Cristina Rivera Garza American War by Omar El Akkad Evicted by Matthew Desmond Reagan: His Life and Legend by Max Boot You Can Make This Place Beautiful by Maggie Smith  Between Two Kingdoms by Suleika Jaouad The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life by Suleika Jaouad Beloved by Toni Morrison The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid   SUBSCRIBE to 10 Things To Tell You so you never miss an episode! CLICK HERE for episode show notes FOLLOW @10ThingsToTellYou on Instagram FOLLOW @10ThingsToTellYou on Facebook SIGN UP for episode emails, links, and show notes JOIN Laura Tremaine's SECRET SUBSTACK BUY THE BOOK: Share Your Stuff. I'll Go First. by Laura Tremaine BUY THE BOOK: The Life Council: 10 Friends Every Woman Needs by Laura Tremaine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Following is a story of…drive. It's one of those stories of someone who turned their life around. But the story is not about them. It's about you. My intent is that it gives you ideas, inspiration, and alters your perception to help you consider your own capacity. Not a capacity to do more. Most all of us need to do less. But do more of what matters. My guest is world-record mountain climber, entrepreneur and mom of seven, Jenn Drummond. In 2018 she had a car wreck that should have ended her life. But it didn't. It did, however, change her paradigm on life. Her epiphany was, “You don't get to choose when you leave this life, but you sure can choose how you live it.” Strengthened by this awareness, she set out to live in a more authentic and adventurous way. Inspired to climb a mountain for her birthday, her son raised the stakes by suggesting Mount Everest. She accepted the pursuit. During her training, her coach upped the ante and proposed that she go for a Guinness World Record and become the first woman to climb what is called the 7 second summits. The pursuit matched her desire to live a life of significance, not just success. Today, Jenn is a world record holder who elevates others to master their own summit in life. Jenn is Host of the Seek Your Next Summit podcast, who's focused on inspiring others to go beyond success to a life of significance. Her new book and my muse for this conversation is, Break Proof: 7 Strategies To Build Resilience and Achieve Your Life Goals.  Sign up for your $1/month trial period at shopify.com/kevin Go to shipstation.com and use code KEVIN to start your free trial. Get 20% off your first probiotic membership order at pendulumlife.com/drivesyou Go to cozyearth.com/driven and use code DRIVEN for an exclusive 40% discount Use my promo code WHATDRIVESYOU for 10% off on any CleanMyMac's subscription plans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tony Martignetti is the founder and Chief Inspiration Officer of Inspired Purpose Partners. He is the author of “Climbing the Right Mountain: Navigating the Journey to An Inspired Life.”  Tony shares how meditation and therapy helped him rediscover purpose during a dark time, and he shares insights on leadership and self-awareness.  Through his “grounded leadership” approach, Tony advises leaders to stay intentional and true to their values, especially in challenging times.  To cultivate compassion, Tony recommends vulnerability and authentic engagement with teams. He shares advice on overcoming fear when stepping out of comfort zones and encourages reconnecting with past contacts to spark new opportunities.    Key Takeaways [06:34] Tony describes a period in his life when he felt disconnected from himself and burnt out in a corporate role that didn't align with his true identity. This challenging time led him to meditation and therapy as tools to restore “color” and purpose to his life. He shares how practices like meditation can increase self-awareness, helping individuals reconnect with their values and passions. [11:36] As a leadership coach, Tony emphasizes “grounded leadership”—an approach to staying intentional and focused, especially during periods of rapid change. Grounded leaders understand their core values and make deliberate decisions rather than reacting to external pressures. This framework encourages leaders to reconnect with who they are, why they lead, and the purpose that drives their actions. [14:41] In his book Climbing the Right Mountain, Tony addresses purpose-driven leadership and how leaders can assess whether they're truly on the right path for themselves and their organizations. He shares a practical exercise, asking leaders to review their upcoming week. If nothing excites them, it may signal disconnection from their values, prompting a reevaluation. Purposeful leadership doesn't always mean drastic career shifts; sometimes, it involves a simple mindset change to realign with one's “why.” [21:40] Tony recalls working under Henry Tamir, a CEO who embodied compassionate leadership. By centering every decision on the wellbeing of patients, Tamir inspired a purpose-driven culture within the organization. Tony explains that authentic compassion in leadership requires vulnerability and genuine concern for team members, beyond superficial gestures. [26:50] Tony speaks to the fear leaders often face when considering a move out of comfortable roles, particularly for those in mid-career. He recommends a balanced approach, leveraging experience in ways that provide security—such as consulting or board work—while still pursuing fulfilling challenges. He believes that settling without pursuing one's potential leads to regret, encouraging leaders to make bold but strategic decisions. [32:20] Tony's biggest leadership takeaway from his journey is that no one succeeds alone. He highlights the importance of having a supportive network of people who believe in you, even before you believe in yourself. This support helps overcome personal limitations and fosters expanded perspectives and growth. [36:29] Tony challenges listeners to reconnect with old contacts, emphasizing that leadership is ultimately about fostering connection. In his experience, reviving past relationships can open doors to new possibilities and enrich one's personal and professional life. Connection, Tony believes, is essential not only for growth but for building a fulfilling, purpose-driven career. [37:44] And remember, “You can't wait for inspiration. You have to go after it with a club” - Jack London   Quotable Quotes "I need to leave this room to change this room." "If you're willing to feel everything, you can have anything." "You can't wait for inspiration. You have to go after it with a club." "Expand your vision, narrow your focus." "We don't go it alone. We have people on the journey, even if we don't recognize it."  "Just because the world around us is moving fast, doesn't mean we have to make fast decisions." "Compassionate leadership is so important; it's putting the patient at the center of every decision."   Resources Mentioned The Leadership Podcast | Sponsored by | Rafti Advisors. LLC | Self-Reliant Leadership. LLC | Website |  LinkedIn | Instagram | X |  

Learn how, like Simeon, we need the Holy Spirit's guidance to recognize Jesus in His grace. Discover how the Holy Spirit is discernible in the lives of biblical figures such as Elizabeth, Mary, and Simeon, highlighting the excitement and expectation surrounding Jesus' birth. Don't miss this inspiring episode of Revealing Jesus with Christina Perera. Join Christina as she dives deep into the heart of Advent, exploring the incarnation of Christ alongside the work of the Holy Spirit, with special guest Jack Levison. This episode promises to be a rich tapestry of theological insights and spiritual revelations brought to life through the vibrant discussions between Christina and Jack.In this episode, Jack Levison shares his expertise in biblical interpretation, focusing on the profound role of the Holy Spirit during the Advent season through truth from his book Fresh Air: The Holy Spirit For An Inspired Life. The conversation sheds light on how the Scriptures, particularly in the book of Isaiah, foreshadow the Messiah and His transformative work. Listeners are encouraged to experience the joy of Grace and recognize Jesus in the humble and unexpected moments of life. Through engaging dialogue, Christina and Jack emphasize the significance of embracing spiritual gifts as a manifestation of God's grace and power.“What Simeon does, when he is filled with the Spirit in the presence of Jesus, is not finding new prophecy; he reaches back to the texts he cherished.” - Jack Levison Listen to the end for powerful prayer!CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Jack Levison is the WJA Power Professor of Old Testament Interpretation and Biblical Hebrew at Southern Methodist University. His recent work includes the revised edition of Fresh Air: The Holy Spirit for an Inspired Life, where he offers profound insights into the life-giving force of the Holy Spirit.RESOURCES: Are you facing a healing crisis? Healing Is Yours: Freely Receive Your Healing Based On Jesus' Finished Work. It will equip you with powerful gospel truths as you navigate this season to receive your healing freely!ABOUT: Christina Perera MinistriesSOCIAL CONNECT: Facebook, Instagram & YouTube @christinapereraministriesSUPPORT: Your financial support helps this podcast reach the nations for Jesus. Sow today for an eternal harvest!

SEASON: 4 EPISODE: 27Episode Overview:Ready to create and live your inspired life? If you have been curious about what more in life you can be, or do, or have, or create, or share, or give, or expand, then this episode is for you. My next guest says that the only thing standing between you and your inspired life is a DECISION. Without knowing all the answers, your dream, your vision, deserves you. To help us understand how we can create an inspired life and become a better version of ourselves, is speaker, writer, and transformational teacher, Inge Maskun.Guest Bio: Inge was born and raised in Indonesia by two strong women after her mom died. She was six years old. These women were her aunt and grandmother. Growing up, she was encouraged to pursue higher education, but she was never asked what she would love to be and do. It was a directive instead of an invitation. It was a statement, by them, instead of a question. And that was how she built a few businesses, and a life -- from her 19-year career in advertising and marketing in Indonesia, as a managing partner alongside her husband building an import business (shortly after moving to Minnesota), and as a network-marketer. She rarely asked herself,WHAT WOULD I LOVE to be, do, create, have, and give? Better yet, if I knew nothing was impossible? Questions generate ideas.Inge has been drawn to self-expansion since 1984. She read books, was involved in book clubs for personal growth, joined many courses, and networked with like-minded people. Her continued curiosity about the question ‘what would I love' gained traction after she closed the import business. She became certified as an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach in 2015 and started working with clients through Community Action Duluth and Safe Haven (a center in her town that provides services to women, whose lives have been affected by physical, emotional, sexual, and economic abuse). During this working partnership; guiding and workshopping participants, she witnessed the impact of fear and worry on people's well-being. Inge experimented with a different strategy by introducing the question: WHAT WOULD I LOVE? The feedback she received brought Inge to the next path of understanding – someone's wellbeing reflects what one loves and worries about. That's when Inge decided to and pivoted into Life Coaching, providing transformative guidance for her clients to serve a vision of the life they are inspired to and love to live. Inge's teacher says, “The quality of our life is framed by the quality of questions we are willing to ask.” Most of us learn to ask very weak questions of the Universe →What do I think I can do? What does my bank account say I can do? What does my current job say I can do?Since then, Inge has deepened her understanding and the implementation of living from this generative state and vibration: WHAT WOULD I LOVE? She's certified as a Passion Test Facilitator, a DreamBuilder Coach, and a Life Mastery Consultant.Inge lives in Duluth, Minnesota, with her husband and a sassy cat named Coco.Resource Links:Website: Website: www.ingemaskun.comWorkshop: https://ingemaskun.com/eventsInsight Gold Timestamps:01:59 My mom died when I was 606:36 So it opened my mind and I said, I have a choice07:52 Until I landed on the dream building program, and it changed everything for me10:49 How many of us adults were actually introduced to the idea12:34 Where your attention is, energy flows there14:06 I thought it was a great question, What would I love?15:06 When you ask the question, you get the answers16:58 I use the word...

Michelle Lee is an adventurer who has rowed across both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. She shares her experiences, highlighting the power of mindset, preparation, and intuition in overcoming challenges and achieving seemingly impossible goals. Key Ideas and Facts: 1. The Power of Mindset and Visualization: Committing fully: Michelle emphasizes the importance of unwavering commitment, both mentally and physically. "It was head and heart coherence. So, you know, I wasn't one foot in, one foot out. It was just all or nothing. I was going to do this do or die." Creating filters: She developed strategies to shield herself from negativity and doubt. She visualized "putting [herself] in a bubble" to deflect negative comments and focus on her own goals. Building a mental toolkit: Michelle relied on resources like the works of Dr. Joe Dispenza and the Silva Mind Control Method to manage anxiety and cultivate a positive mental state. The power of "Why is this happening for me?": She reframed challenges as opportunities for growth and learning. This shift in perspective empowered her to face difficulties head-on. 2. Meticulous Preparation: Immersion in the project: Michelle actively participated in building her boat, gaining intimate knowledge of its structure and capabilities. This deepened her connection to the project and boosted her confidence. Addressing weaknesses: After her Atlantic crossing, Michelle analysed her experience and focused on improving her weaknesses, particularly in hand care and nutrition. Importance of redundancies: She stresses the critical role of backup systems and spare parts for safety and peace of mind. Visual cues and the power of gratitude: To combat loneliness and low moods, Michelle utilized a ribbon with the names of her supporters and focused on feelings of gratitude. 3. Trusting Intuition: The role of intuition in decision-making: she emphasizes the importance of listening to her gut feelings, especially in challenging situations where logic alone wasn't sufficient. Intuition as a reliable guide: Michelle believes intuition, honed through meditation and the Silva Method, guided her safely through unpredictable ocean conditions. 4. Universal Lessons: Embracing discomfort and pushing boundaries: She encourages individuals to step outside their comfort zones and engage in new experiences for personal growth and resilience. The importance of support and vulnerability: While emphasizing self-reliance, Michelle acknowledges the crucial role of her support network and the power of vulnerability in building connections and receiving help. Living a life without regrets: Her overarching message is to seize opportunities, commit fully to one's goals, and strive to "not die wondering." Conclusion: Michelle Lee's incredible ocean rowing adventures offer valuable insights into the power of mindset, preparation, and intuition. Her experiences demonstrate that even seemingly insurmountable challenges can be overcome with dedication, a positive outlook, and a willingness to embrace discomfort and learn from setbacks. https://www.instagram.com/michelleleesolorower/profilecard/ https://www.facebook.com/michelle.mcdonald.31542841 https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelee-solorower?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app info@dougbeitz.com dougbeitz.com facebook.com/dougbeitz instagram.com/dougbeitz  

Tony Martignetti is a trusted advisor, leadership coach & facilitator, best-selling author, podcast host, and speaker. He brings together over 25 years of business and leadership experience and extreme curiosity to elevate leaders and equip them with the tools to navigate through change and unlock their true potential. He has been recognized by Thinkers360 as one of the Top 10 Leadership Coaches and by LeadersHum as one of the Biggest Voices in Leadership in 2023. Before becoming the founder and Chief Inspiration Officer of Inspired Purpose Partners, Tony was a finance and strategy executive with experience working with some of the world's leading life sciences companies. Along his journey, he also managed small businesses and ran a financial consulting company.Tony hosts The Virtual Campfire podcast and is the author of "Climbing the Right Mountain: Navigating the Journey to An Inspired Life" and the co-author of "Secrets of Next-Level Entrepreneurs." He has been featured in many publications, including Fast Company, Forbes, Life Science Leader, and CEO Today.

In this episode, Dr. David Jeremiah focuses on what our lives look like when we include God in every decision we make. Click here to watch Created to Thrive, a fundraising event held on October 17th! Visit our website to discover new resources that will help you grow closer to Jesus every day. Connect with us on social media: YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok Follow Dr. David Jeremiah: Facebook | Instagram | Podcast | YouTube

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In this episode Bailey shares about what living a "garden-inspired life" means and gives some encouragement for gardeners. She talks about some of the evolutions that take place within the gardener as they learn, as well as a the importance of things like community and sharing the harvest. Mentioned in this episode: Bailey's book, Kitchen Garden Living. Pre-order and get your bonuses HERE. Get tickets to The Homemaker's Conference HERE. More about Bailey at www.baileyvantassel.com

Our guest on the podcast today is Tony Martignetti, a leadership advisor, coach, facilitator, best-selling author, podcast host, and speaker. He brings together over 30 years of business and leadership experience and extreme curiosity to elevate leaders and equip them with the tools to navigate through change and unlock their true potential. He hosts The Virtual Campfire podcast and is the author of Climbing the Right Mountain: Navigating the Journey to An Inspired Life and Campfire Lessons for Leaders: How Uncovering Our Past Can Propel Us Forward. He has been featured in many publications, including Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, Forbes, Life Science Leader, CEO World, and CEO Today.In today's conversation, Tony shares his profound insights into transcending the relentless competitiveness in our world by championing others and fostering a culture of mutual growth. He envisions a future grounded in respectful dialogue, meaningful in-person connections, and courageous conversations, even the tough ones we tend to put off, as key to expanding our consciousness and creating a more human workplace.You'll hear Tony's transformative journey from artist to biotech professional and how he integrated his creativity into leadership development. We'll explore his advocacy for the "3 C's"—Connection, Compassion, and Curiosity—as pillars for grounded leadership. He introduces us to his innovative "Campfires of Connection" program to foster trust and deeper connections in the virtual workspace. Together, we reflect on the significance of grounding as a foundation for expansion, personal transformation, and creating a movement for positive change. Tune in for an episode filled with inspiration, practical wisdom, and the sacred call to reconnect with our true selves and each other.Key TakeawaysHow Tony has integrated artistry into leadership and coachingHow to create a quality of connection through dialogueThe importance of grounded courage in leadership and self-awarenessThe 3 C's framework for connecting leaders with themselves and othersHow helping colleagues be better humans leads organically to better performance and individual wellbeingMemorable Quote*"The key part of this is for us to slow down and to connect deeper, to understand what is important to the people around us and engage in deeper dialogue, so we can see who this person is in front of us. What is important to them? And how can I engage in a dialogue that will help them to share more of who they are so we can create a connection that actually creates something powerful together?”—*Tony MartignettiEpisode Resources:Inspired Purpose Partners WebsiteTony's Linkedin ProfileCampfires Of ConnectionSacredChangemakers.comOur Sacred CommunityJayne's WebsiteJayne Warrilow on LinkedinThank you to our sponsor:A huge thank you to our Inner Circle members, podcast sponsors, and extended Sacred Changemakers community, all of whom are visible on our website and helping us make a global impact aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development...

Send me a quick text message.Watch the YouTube video version of this podcast at https://youtu.be/aQ4EkzgpUzc - Get ready to be inspired. Lethia Owens is a growth strategist and professional speaker. She's the founder of Game Changers International and author of "Your Brand Influence: The Art and Science of Building an Influential Personal Brand." Welcome to "The Inspired Life," an interview series hosted by Bob Baker - (c) 2024.Join the Magnetize Your Tribe community! Learn How to Attract More Soul-Aligned Fans and Paying Customers to Your Heart-Centered Business https://bobbakerinspiration.com/heartYou can reach Lethia athttps://lethiaowens.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/lethiaowens/https://www.instagram.com/lethiaowens/Attract prosperity now with the 21-Day Abundance and Money Attraction Brain Boost.Would you like me to be your personal coach? https://bobbakerinspiration.com/mentor If you're feeling stuck or confused in an area of your business or personal life, I can probably help.Get your free copy of Turbo-Charge Your Life! 5 Steps to Unleashing Your Purpose, Passion, and Play.Connect with your new global family. Join our High-Vibe Tribe Community here!All of my recordings appear first on YouTube. Please take a moment to subscribe to my channel.Learn more about my book, The Power of Affirmations and Positive Self-Talk.Ready to take your life to the next level? Submit your application to our VIP Mentorship Program here.Check out my Positive Music Playlist on YouTube. Hear more music like this at https://soulmassage.bandcamp.com/You'll also find many of my affirmations and guided meditations on Spotify, Amazon,  Apple Music, Insight Timer, and most streaming platforms under the artist name Bob Baker's Inspiration Project. You can also purchase and download select albums here: https://soulmassage.bandcamp.comGet free gifts when you join the “Abundant Life” newsletter, where I share inspirational messages and go deeper with you than the affirmations on my YouTube channel and podcast https://bobbakerinspiration.com/free Get free gifts when you join the “Abundant Life” newsletter, where I share inspirational messages and go deeper with you than the affirmations on my YouTube channel and podcast https://bobbakerinspiration.com/freeSupport the Show.

In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless is joined by Dena Jansen, author, speaker, coach, and podcaster. Dena's journey when she realized that the career she once desired did not fulfill her true passions. It's crucial to ask yourself, "Is this really what I want?" Knowing what you want is as important as knowing what you don't. Ask question and embrace your curiosity.  Her first book, Road to Hope, discusses how we aren't taught to grow and evolve, leaving us unprepared for moments of unfulfillment. She offers insights and personal experiences on making choices and considering life pivots. If you're in a rut, she provides valuable perspectives on evaluating your decisions and finding a way forward. Dena is co-founder of the podcast, You Just Don't Know It Yet, the women's conference, RON 2.0 (Ready or Not) and author of two books, Road to Hope and Soul Farmer: Sowing Seeds of Change to Reap an Inspired Life. If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment.   MORE ABOUT DENA JANSEN LinkedIn: Dena Jansen Website: You Just Don't Know It Yet Podcast: You Just Don't Know It Yet Women's Conference: RON 2.0 Books:Soul Farmer: Sowing Seeds of Change to Reap an Inspired Life Road to Hope ABOUT SWEET BUT FEARLESS: Website - Sweet but Fearless LinkedIn - Sweet but Fearless

Send me a quick text message.Watch the YouTube video version of this podcast at https://youtu.be/D5tfwiEKHUQ - Ros Gervay is a visual artist and business coach for new and up-and-coming artists. She helps her clients develop the confidence to show up as artists, sell their work, and master their marketing to build a fulfilling art business and get paid to do what they love, even if they are self-taught. She has first-hand experience building an art business from scratch and developing it into a six-figure multiple income-stream business she loves. Welcome to "The Inspired Life," an interview series hosted by Bob Baker - (c) 2024.Join the Magnetize Your Tribe community! Learn How to Attract More Soul-Aligned Fans and Paying Customers to Your Heart-Centered Business https://bobbakerinspiration.com/heartYou can reach Ros athttps://rosgervayart.com/https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart/https://www.permissiontopaint.co/Attract prosperity now with the 21-Day Abundance and Money Attraction Brain Boost.Would you like me to be your personal coach? https://bobbakerinspiration.com/mentor If you're feeling stuck or confused in an area of your business or personal life, I can probably help.Get your free copy of Turbo-Charge Your Life! 5 Steps to Unleashing Your Purpose, Passion, and Play.Connect with your new global family. Join our High-Vibe Tribe Community here!All of my recordings appear first on YouTube. Please take a moment to subscribe to my channel.Learn more about my book, The Power of Affirmations and Positive Self-Talk.Ready to take your life to the next level? Submit your application to our VIP Mentorship Program here.Check out my Positive Music Playlist on YouTube. Hear more music like this at https://soulmassage.bandcamp.com/You'll also find many of my affirmations and guided meditations on Spotify, Amazon,  Apple Music, Insight Timer, and most streaming platforms under the artist name Bob Baker's Inspiration Project. You can also purchase and download select albums here: https://soulmassage.bandcamp.comHear my most popular album at https://bobbakerinspiration.hearnow.comWhile you're at it, follow me on Facebook, Get an AUTOGRAPHED COPY of Bob's book, "The Power of Affirmations and Positive Self-Talk," at https://bobbakerinspiration.com/the-power-of-affirmations-and-positive-self-talk Support the Show.

Send me a quick text message.Watch the YouTube video version of this podcast at https://youtu.be/gmhtJsuVxf4 - She is the bestselling author of "You Are the Medicine." She created Oracle decks such as the Animal Elders and the Sacred Medicine Card Deck. She created the audio program "Indigenous Teaching and Meditations for Energy Healing" for Hay House. She's a healer, mentor, and mother based in Canada. My guest today is Asha Frost. Welcome to "The Inspired Life," a new interview series hosted by Bob Baker - (c) 2024.Join the Magnetize Your Tribe community! Learn How to Attract More Soul-Aligned Fans and Paying Customers to Your Heart-Centered Business https://bobbakerinspiration.com/heartYou can reach Asha athttps://www.AshaFrost.com/https://www.instagram.com/asha.frost/Attract prosperity now with the 21-Day Abundance and Money Attraction Brain Boost.Would you like me to be your personal coach? https://bobbakerinspiration.com/mentor If you're feeling stuck or confused in an area of your business or personal life, I can probably help.Get your free copy of Turbo-Charge Your Life! 5 Steps to Unleashing Your Purpose, Passion, and Play.Connect with your new global family. Join our High-Vibe Tribe Community here!All of my recordings appear first on YouTube. Please take a moment to subscribe to my channel.Learn more about my book, The Power of Affirmations and Positive Self-Talk.Ready to take your life to the next level? Submit your application to our VIP Mentorship Program here.Check out my Positive Music Playlist on YouTube. Hear more music like this at https://soulmassage.bandcamp.com/You'll also find many of my affirmations and guided meditations on Spotify, Amazon,  Apple Music, Insight Timer, and most streaming platforms under the artist name Bob Baker's Inspiration Project. You can also purchase and download select albums here: https://soulmassage.bandcamp.comHear my most popular album at https://bobbakerinspiration.hearnow.comWhile you're at it, follow me on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Get an AUTOGRAPHED COPY of Bob's book, "The Power of Affirmations and Positive Self-Talk," at https://bobbakerinspiration.com/the-power-of-affirmations-and-positive-self-talk Support the Show.

Lisa Miller, Ph.D., is the New York Times bestselling author of The Spiritual Child and a professor in the Clinical Psychology Program at Teachers College, Columbia University. She is the Founder and Director of the Spirituality Mind Body Institute, the first Ivy League graduate program and research institute in spirituality and psychology, and has held over a decade of joint appointments in the Department of Psychiatry at Columbia University Medical School. Her innovative research has been published in more than one hundred peer-reviewed articles in leading journals, including Cerebral Cortex, The American Journal of Psychiatry, and the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Miller is Editor of the Oxford University Press Handbook of Psychology and Spirituality, Founding Co-Editor-in-Chief of the APA journal Spirituality in Clinical Practice, an elected Fellow of The American Psychological Association (APA) and the two-time President of the APA Society for Psychology and Spirituality. A graduate of Yale University and University of Pennsylvania, where she earned her doctorate under the founder of positive psychology, Martin Seligman, she has served as Principal Investigator on multiple grant funded research studies. Dr. Miller speaks and consults around The Awakened Brain and The Spiritual Child for the US Military, businesses (including tech, finance, HR and sales), personal development, faith based organizations, schools and universities, and for mental health and wellness initiatives. You can connect with Dr. Miller via Instagram. @dr.lisamiller and her website lisamillerphd.com.  You can access her book,  The Awakened Brain: The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life, via Amazon.  Check out her Ted Talk on Depression and Spiritual Awakening via YouTube. Related Episodes: Ep 149 - The Science of Spontaneous Health with Dr. Jeffrey Rediger Ep 267 - Elijah Muhammad: Always Positive Energy If you like this episode, please subscribe to Pursuing Health on iTunes and give it a rating or share your feedback on social media using the hashtag #PursuingHealth. I look forward to bringing you future episodes with inspiring individuals and ideas about health every week. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only, and does not provide medical advice.  I recommend that you seek assistance from your personal physician for any health conditions or concerns.

On this Live Greatly podcast episode, Kristel Bauer sits down with TEDx speaker and author of Campfire Lessons for Leaders, How Uncovering Our Past Can Propel Us Forward, Tony Marginetti.  Kristel and Tony discuss flashpoints, living an intentional life, leadership and lots more! Key Takeaways From This Episode A look into Tony's book, Campfire Lessons for Leaders, How Uncovering Our Past Can Propel Us Forward Tips to live an intentional life How learning from our past can help us About Tony Martignetti: Tony Martignetti is a trusted advisor, leadership coach and facilitator, bestselling author, podcast host, and speaker. He brings together over 25 years of business and leadership experience and extreme curiosity to elevate leaders and equip them with the tools to navigate through change and unlock their true potential. He has been recognized by Thinkers360 as one of the Top Voices in Leadership and by LeadersHum as one of the Biggest Voices in Leadership. Before becoming the founder and Chief Inspiration Officer of Inspired Purpose Partners, Tony was a finance and strategy executive with experience working with some of the leading life sciences companies. Along his journey, he also managed small businesses and ran a financial consulting company. Tony hosts The Virtual Campfire podcast and is the author of Climbing the Right Mountain: Navigating the Journey to An Inspired Life and Campfire Lessons for Leaders: How Uncovering Our Past Can Propel Us Forward. He has been featured in many publications, including Fast Company, Forbes, Life Science Leader, and CEO Today. He earned an MBA degree from Northeastern University and is a certified professional coach with training from various coaching institutions and programs. Tony lives in Boston, Massachusetts, with his wife and son. He is an adventure seeker fascinated with nature, art, and architecture. He always includes some elements of art, architecture, and adventure in the itinerary whenever he travels.  Tony is the author of Campfire Lessons for Leaders, How Uncovering Our Past Can Propel Us Forward.  Connect with Tony Website: https://www.ipurposepartners.com/  Get Tony's Book, Campfire Lessons for Leaders, How Uncovering Our Past Can Propel Us Forward: https://www.ipurposepartners.com/book  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonymartignett1/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredpurposecoach/  About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer: Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness expert, popular keynote and TEDx speaker, and the host of top-rated podcast, “Live Greatly,” a show frequently ranked in the top 1% for self-improvement. Kristel is an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant with clinical experience in Integrative Psychiatry, giving her a unique perspective into optimizing mental well-being and attaining a mindset for more happiness and success in the workplace and beyond. Kristel decided to leave clinical practice in 2019 when she founded her wellness platform “Live Greatly” to share her message around well-being and success on a larger scale.  With a mission to support companies and individuals on their journeys for more happiness, success, and well-being, Kristel taps into her unique background in healthcare, business, and media, to provide invaluable insights into high power habits, leadership development, mental well-being, peak performance, resilience, sales, success, wellness at work, and a modern approach to work/life balance. Kristel is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. A popular speaker on a variety of topics, Kristel has presented to groups at APMP, Bank of America, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Mazda, Santander Bank and many more. She has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine, Authority Magazine & Podcast Magazine, has contributed to CEOWORLD Magazine & Real Leaders Magazine, and has appeared on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago, Fox 4's WDAF-TV's Great Day KC and Ticker News. Kristel lives in the Chicago area with her husband and their 2 children.  She can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide. To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here. Website: www.livegreatly.co  Follow Kristel Bauer on: Instagram: @livegreatly_co  LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer Twitter: @livegreatly_co Facebook: @livegreatly.co Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here. Click HERE to check out Kristel's corporate wellness and leadership blog Click HERE to check out Kristel's Travel and Wellness Blog Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.  Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations.  They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration.  Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests.  Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content.  Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.

Today I'm sharing an unbelievable interview with Sebastian Bates, who is a best-selling author, podcast host, retired professional fighter, father, and founder of The Warrior Academy.  Sebastian's story is amazingly inspiring. At 24, he experienced a horrendous BASE jump accident and was told he would never walk again.  He refused to accept that and through a combination of willpower and discipline, he recovered.  He shares his story with us and we dive into the details: his mindset, determination, his background as a fighter and teacher, his passion for helping others, and the impact he is having and wants to have through his philanthropic work at The Bates Foundation.  I hope this interview makes you feel as inspired and motivated as it made me! Read the show notes for today's episode at terricole.com/599