Podcasts about life by design

Is chasing bigger profits truly making you happier as a property developer?In this insightful episode, Nathan Battishall continues his "Month of Mindset" by introducing a vital, often-ignored metric: Return on Headspace (ROH). He argues that while Return on Investment (ROI) is crucial, it shouldn't come at the cost of your mental well-being and relationships.Nathan explains how scaling projects without a clear "why" can lead to stress and unhappiness, even amidst financial success. This discussion encourages finding a balance between financial gain and personal peace, making your property ventures truly rewarding.Learn why designing a life by default is a common trap, and how to create a conscious plan for your development journey.Topics: ✅ ROI vs. Return on Headspace (ROH)✅ Why Your Mindset is More Than Just Profit✅ Finding Your "Why" Beyond Just Making Money✅ Building a Life By Design, Not By Default✅ Avoiding Over-Scaling & Project Misalignment✅ The Power of Leadership & Team DelegationConnect with Nathan:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanbattishall/Website: https://duplexbuildingdesign.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“If pain is unavoidable, I'd rather suffer doing something I love.” Michael Dargie reconnects with creative rebel and longtime friend David Schmeikal for a raw and deeply reflective conversation about creativity, permission, and building a life that feels right—not just looks right. This episode is sponsored by my new book BRANDJITSU, helping you find, shape, and share your story with the world. David talks about the many ways we get stuck doing things we don't love, believing that “someday” we'll earn the right to do what we really want. But what if that day never comes? From working on a travel-inspired card deck with Must Do Canada to producing personal story films, David is actively challenging old beliefs and making time for projects that align with who he is today—not who he was expected to be. They dive into themes of personal suffering, creative courage, and how pain is unavoidable—but we get to choose the kind that leads somewhere meaningful. David shares his experience painting murals with his wife, the reflective exercise that shaped their 10-year life plan, and why going deep with strangers can feel easier than opening up to people we know. This episode is for rebels who feel like they're living a “should” life—and are ready to start living a want life instead. Quotable Quotes “If pain is unavoidable, I'd rather suffer doing something I love.” “We don't give ourselves enough runway.” “We sedate ourselves to the point of oblivion.” “We are humans being and doing—it's about intention.” “Let's do some work and then let's dig in and start building.” Episode Highlights Card Deck Project | Collaborating with Must Do Canada on an adventure deck Creative Boundaries | Only saying yes to projects that truly resonate Early Stories | Living with a belief that his ideas “aren't worth doing” The Film That Started It | Creating a personal film about his creative journey Redefining Pain | Choosing the pain that leads to growth 10-Year Vision | How a vivid life plan reshaped his priorities Permission to Create | How to start before you feel “qualified” Painting with His Wife | Joy in collaboration and art for art's sake Going Deep | Meaningful convos with strangers vs. small talk Advice to Creators | Start with what you want, then do the work LINKS FROM EPISODE David's Website (davidschmeikal.com) David's LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/davidschmeikal) David's Instagram (instagram.com/davidschmeikal) Get Your Copy of Michael's Book: "BrandJitsu™: Move Your Brand From 'Meh' To Memorable" Indigo | Barnes & Noble | MichaelDargie.com

What if the biggest real estate you own isn't your house, but the space between your two ears? Get ready to transform your mindset and manifest the life you truly desire! In this powerful episode, Rebecca sits down with manifestation and mindset coach Suzan Peltekian, who made the bold transition from successful real estate agent to helping others unlock their unlimited potential. Suzan shares her life-changing philosophy, "the biggest real estate everyone owns is the one between their two ears," and reveals practical strategies for parents to break generational patterns while raising conscious children. From vision boards to the power of "I AM" statements, this conversation is packed with actionable wisdom that will have you rewriting your story and stepping into your divine power as a parent and human being. 5 Key Takeaways➤ Start manifesting by putting pen to paper and writing down 100 things you want from the moment you wake up to when you sleep - include how you want to feel, where you want to live, and what legacy you want to leave. ➤ Use the "Be-Do-Have" model instead of waiting to have something before you can be it. Focus on who you're being first, because we don't get what we want; we get who we're being. ➤ Write and speak your vision in present tense using "I AM" statements, as these are the most powerful two words in English, and whatever follows them, you become. ➤ Practice gratitude as one of the highest vibrational frequencies available - when you're in gratitude, you cannot simultaneously be in complaint, a bad attitude, or problem-focused thinking. ➤ Remember that as parents, you're generational pattern breakers - your children learn from your beingness, not from what you tell them, so model the energy and mindset you want them to embody. Guest Quotes"We don't get what we want. We get who we're being." "It doesn't take time to manifest. It takes alignment." Connect with Suzan PeltekianReady to supercharge your mindset and manifest your dream life?Visit Suzan at https://superchargewithsuzan.com/ to learn more about her programs, including the Mind Gym (daily mindset training) and Manifest Mondays.  Follow her on Instagram @superchargewithsuzan for weekly manifestation tips and join her free Facebook group for live Q&A sessions every Monday and Friday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Angelica is the Founder of The Aligned Method, a Three Phase Journey for Powerhouse Women to Rewire Their Minds, Reclaim Their Bodies and Achieve Peak Performance in Life and Business. It is a completely customized, individualized program designed to change your habits for the long haul. She also coaches women in business, mindset & career growth, helping them expand their business and create a fulfilling high-impact career without burnout. During our conversation Angelica shares some of the challenges she's faced as a kid and as an adult that she has grown and worked through, how she continues to work on herself and now helps others to build a life by design. ANGELICA VENTRICE - Health & Lifestyle Transformation Program

Send us a textIn this impactful conversation recorded live at the Winthrop Market, Joey Pinz interviews Charles Jacobs—a 70-year-old veteran, mentor, and creator of a system he calls the “Line of Transition.” Developed during his military years and refined through mentorship with local youth, this framework helps guide people through key life stages—from finishing high school to choosing college, Job Corps, military service, or independence.Charles shares how this life-mapping strategy has helped countless teens and young adults navigate complex decisions, especially those without mentorship at home. He recounts how he distributed hand-drawn GPA and goal charts to groups of kids in Brandon and how decades later, some still knock on his door asking for them.With sharp insights on responsibility, social structure, and staying active in aging, Charles speaks to the power of purpose. His personal battles—including surviving cancer—add emotional weight to his belief that independence, positivity, and self-discipline are key ingredients for long-term success. ✅ Top 3 Highlights:

“I highly recommend just choosing and curating the stories that you want to in the world that you think need to be told, but that nobody else knows apart from you because you've just uncovered the stories.” – Tash Doherty Today's featured best-selling bookcaster is a British-Irish-American writer, advocate, a Turner Social Impact Scholar, and an SEO content analytics consultant, Tash Doherty. Tash and I talked about her book, “These Perfectly Careless Things: A Spicy, Coming-of-Age Debut Novel”, her experiences with PTSD, the healing power of writing, and more!!Key Things You'll Learn:What inspired Tash to move from London to the US and settle in MexicoHow she survived her near-death experience (NDE) in OaxacaThe pressure of post-traumatic growth, and how the NDE experience reoriented her prioritiesWhat helped her finally publish her book after Her top three lessons from starting, running, and growing her podcastTash's Site: https://www.tashdoherty.com/Tash's Book: https://a.co/d/aQlQapPTash's Substack: https://misseducated.substack.com/Tash's Podcast, “Misseducated”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/misseducated/id1418075183The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sunPlease support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…Ep. 750 – Surviving Human Trafficking & Finding Purpose with Amanda Blackwood (@DetailedPieces): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-750-surviving-human-trafficking-finding-purpose-with-amanda-blackwood-detailedpieces/Ep. 807 – Inside The Mind of The Author Activist with Dawn Bates (@msdawnbates33): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-807-inside-the-mind-of-the-author-activist-with-dawn-bates-msdawnbates33/Ep. 715 – “From Confronting Harassment to Closing Deals” with Susan Gold (@sgoldconsulting): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-715-from-confronting-harassment-to-closing-deals-with-susan-gold-sgoldconsulting/#Bonus Ep. – “Perfectly Flawed” with Janae Sergio (@janae_sergio): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/bonus-ep-perfectly-flawed-with-janae-sergio-janae_sergio/Ep. 726 – “Unleash Your Uniqueness” with Catherine Llewellyn (@CatherineLlew10): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-726-unleash-your-uniqueness-with-catherine-llewellyn-catherinellew10/291 – “Unleash the Goddess Within” with Diane Vich (@dianevich): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/291-unleash-the-goddess-within-with-diane-vich-dianevich-c2h/107 - "A Life By Design" with Kirsty Salisbury (@kirstysalis): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/107-a-life-by-design-with-kirsty-salisbury-kirstysalis/

Get the Midterm Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprintIn this immersive episode of In The Lab, Ruben sits down with Melissa Darnay, founder of Choose Panama and host of The Panama Podcast. Melissa shares her remarkable story of turning personal tragedy into purpose by relocating to Panama and building a thriving real estate and hospitality business. What started as a leap of faith became a decade-plus journey of entrepreneurship, lifestyle freedom, and helping hundreds of expats find their own piece of paradise.Melissa reveals the practical and financial benefits of living in Panama—from 50% lower living costs to property tax exemptions and affordable beachfront real estate. She breaks down residency options, cultural differences, and how her vertically integrated business helps newcomers transition smoothly through real estate, rentals, and concierge services. Ruben and Melissa also explore mindset, manifestation, and how building a life abroad is both a financial and personal evolution.If you're looking to design a lifestyle of freedom, explore international real estate, or discover what's possible beyond U.S. borders, this episode is your invitation. Tune in now to learn how Melissa built a 40+ unit short-term rental business, developed a powerful expat network, and created a life by design—one bold decision at a time.HIGHLIGHTS OF THE EPISODE:08:59 Melissa talks about the “richness of life in Panama48:19 Melissa talks about breaking down hard things to make them easier to deal withKEEPING IT REAL:05:00 – How grief and change led to a new life abroad10:08 – What “richness of life” means in Panama13:16 – How far your dollar goes: real estate, insurance, and cost of living20:05 – 50% cost savings and comparison with Dallas & Miami22:05 – Real estate journey and early education26:03 – Transitioning into Panama real estate and finding her niche29:16 – Using vacation rentals to help expats experience Panama32:02 – How to buy property or establish residency in Panama36:20 – Building a property management and STR business from scratch40:43 – Why concierge services matter for expats43:04 – Learning through mistakes and building a team47:00 – Navigating culture and building a high-end brand abroad48:44 – Melissa's mindset on grit, problem solving, and manifestation53:11 – Choose Panama's vertical integration: buy, manage, rent, repeat54:04 – The Panama Podcast: content formats and funnel strategy59:06 – Sneak peek at virtual reality tour experience launching soon1:01:16 – Final thoughts on taking your life and talents overseas CONNECT WITH THE GUESTWebsite: https://www.choosepanama.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissadarnay/?originalSubdomain=paInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/melissadarnayuncorked/#ChoosePanama #ExpatsInPanama #InternationalRealEstate #LifestyleDesign #ShortTermRentals #RealEstateInvesting #LiveAbroad

This podcast came about after being hit over the head with a fantastic meme from the Buddhist Facebook page. How does this quote resonate with you? Key Points in this Podcast 1. Practice Conscious Language Action: Pay close attention to the words you use when talking to yourself and others. Replace negative self-talk like “I'm tired” or “I'm depressed” with more empowering alternatives such as “I'm recharging” or “I'm working through challenges.” 2. Speak Gratitude Daily Action: Begin and end each day by saying out loud at least three things you're grateful for. This simple ritual rewires the brain for positivity and appreciation. 3. Affirm Positive Identity Action: Use daily affirmations that align with your goals and well-being (e.g., “I am thriving,” “I am strong,” “I am full of purpose”). Speak them with belief and emotion to shape your mindset. 4. Interrupt Negative Thought Loops Action: When you catch yourself speaking or thinking in a way that drains your energy, pause and reframe it immediately. For example, change “I can't do this” to “I'm learning how to do this.” 5. Influence Others with Uplifting Words Action: Make it a habit to uplift others with your speech. Positive words not only shape your own reality—they ripple out and influence the energy of those around you. Get access to the ebook I created for you based on this quote..    Want me to Coach You to Lead Your Best Business - Lead Your Best Life?   Book an Obligation-Free Lead Your Best Life Strategy Session Schedule a free Lead Your Best Business - Lead Your Best Life Coaching call here now: 15-Minute Strategy Meeting   Limited spaces available.

In this raw, real-time conversation, we check in on what's alive in our lives, and how Human Design is helping us make sense of it.Nadia shares the grief of saying goodbye to her beloved bulldog, Otis, and how Gate 10 (self-love gate) and her undefined heart are showing up in deep, emotional ways. We talk about how authority works in real life, especially when navigating big decisions and loss.Sam shares about The Artist Rendezvous, her new creative project and podcast, and how Gate 8 (contribution) and Gate 59 (intimacy) are playing out through it. We talk creativity, alignment, and how your chart can be a map toward authentic self-expression.We also explore:The current transits (hi Gate 20 + Gemini season)Defined vs. undefined centers (and why the spleen is so tricky to teach)Emotional intimacy, boundaries, and why it's okay to go slower in connectionConscious breakups, friend shifts, and how to honor your authority through it allHuman Design keeps pulling us back to self-trust, intuition, and knowing who we really are. We're so glad you're on this ride with us.Want to learn more about Human Design? Start here:- Get your ⁠free chart⁠- Check out our free resources on ⁠YouTube⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠- Purchase a 65+ page instantly downloadable, personalized ⁠Guidebook⁠- ⁠Book a reading⁠ with Nadia or with Sam - Study Human Design with us through a deep dive course, Human Design Training (HDT)- Dive into our Gates and Channels course

Happiness Solved with Sandee Sgarlata. In this episode, Sandee interviews Cathy Christen. In this engaging conversation, Sandee Sgarlata and Cathy Christen explore the journey of personal growth, the importance of authenticity, and the power of community. Cathy shares her turning point in life, emphasizing the need for a life audit to align one's actions with their values. They discuss the significance of leading with purpose and how community and accountability can enhance personal and professional growth. The conversation culminates in an introduction to GoBundance, a community aimed at empowering women through shared experiences and support. In this conversation, Cathy Christen and Sandee Sgarlata discuss the importance of community, personal growth, and intentional living. Cathy shares her experiences in empowering women through mastermind groups, the motivation behind her book aimed at future generations, and the significance of envisioning one's future self. They emphasize the value of taking small, actionable steps towards achieving goals and living a fulfilling life.Guest Bio:Cathy Christen is a serial entrepreneur, author, and executive coach with over two decades of experience helping leaders and business owners thrive in their careers without sacrificing what matters most. As the co-founder of GoBundance Women® and CEO of Elevated You, Inc., Cathy specializes in creating smart systems, fostering strong team cultures, and empowering leaders to reclaim their time and lead with purpose. Known for her dynamic coaching and actionable strategies, she's passionate about helping others build a life they love while achieving lasting success.Takeaways:Cathy Christen emphasizes the importance of conducting a life audit to align actions with values.Living authentically is crucial for personal fulfillment and success.Community and accountability can significantly enhance personal and professional growth.Leading with purpose is essential for motivation and fulfillment in business and life.Comparison with others can hinder personal growth and happiness.Celebrating one's strengths and achievements is vital for self-esteem.Women often feel the need to downplay their successes in social settings.Finding a supportive community can help women thrive in their personal and professional lives.It's important to identify what truly lights you up and pursue it.The GoBundance community empowers women to support each other and celebrate their successes. Passive income is crucial for time freedom.Mastermind groups foster collaboration and growth among women.Legacy is an important motivator for personal projects.Understanding generational wisdom enhances personal growth.Envisioning your future self can guide present actions.Small, intentional steps lead to significant progress.Meditation and self-care are essential for well-being.Celebrating small wins builds momentum for larger goals.Intentional living requires awareness of daily actions.Community and relationships are vital for personal fulfillment.Connect with Cathy:Website: cathychristen.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cathyvchristen/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cathyvazConnect with Sandee: Website: www.sandeesgarlata.comPodcast: www.happinesssolved.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/coachsandeesgarlataTwitter: www.twitter.com/sandeesgarlataInstagram: www.instagram.com/coachsandeesgarlata