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The more unexpected the metaphor, the more information it carries. Blair has four less-obvious metaphors to give you access to entire playbooks in just four words when selling your expertise.   LINKS "The Power of a Metaphor" written by Blair Enns for winwithoutpitching.com

In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with historian Adrian Tinniswood about his latest book, ‘The Power and the Glory,' which explores the golden age of British country houses from 1870 to 1914. They discuss the evolution of these estates, the impact of new money and technology, the changing roles of servants, and the societal scandals that characterized this fascinating period in British history. In this conversation, Jonathan Thomas and Adrian discuss the evolution of the British aristocracy, focusing on the influence of figures like the Rothschilds and Duleep Singh. They explore the allure of English country houses for American elites, the architectural innovations of the era, and the decline of grand estates due to changing social dynamics and taxation. The role of women in managing these estates is highlighted, along with the diversity of ownership that transformed country house society. Adrian also shares his interest in exploring Regency country houses in future research. Links The Power and The Glory on Amazon The Long Weekend Noble Ambitions Adrian Tinniswood's Website Adrian Tinniswood on Twitter Takeaways Adrian Tinniswood's trilogy completes a century of country house history. The period from 1870 to 1914 is marked by both opulence and decline. New money and ideas transformed the traditional aristocracy. Technological advancements changed the dynamics of country house life. The introduction of the motor car and railways made country houses more accessible. Electricity and modern conveniences began to reshape domestic life. The servant problem emerged as women sought other employment opportunities. Scandals in high society reflected broader societal changes. American millionaires and Jewish bankers influenced British aristocracy. The acceptance of new entrants into the country house world was complex and varied. The Rothschilds are viewed as new money due to their Jewish heritage. Alfred Rothschild's eccentricities included pet zebras and a private orchestra. Duleep Singh's acceptance in British society was complicated by racism. American elites sought legitimacy through ownership of country houses. Edward VII's friendships with outsiders relaxed social conventions. By 1914, new money was largely accepted in British society. Cardiff Castle exemplifies extravagant architectural innovation. Death duties significantly impacted the sustainability of estates. Women played crucial roles in managing country houses, often overlooked. Diversity in ownership brought fresh perspectives to country house society. Sound Bites “It's a fascinating period of the British country house.” “The idea of new blood being introduced is very distinctive.” “The servant problem starts to bite but it is slow to hit the country house.” “Rothschilds are still considered new money.” “Alfred Rothschild had pet zebras.” “Duleep Singh hated the English, with good reason.” Chapters 00:00 Introduction to British Country Houses 02:56 The Golden Age of Country Houses 05:50 Technological Advancements and Social Changes 08:51 The Servant Problem and Domestic Life 11:33 Scandals and Gossip in High Society 14:39 New Entrants to the Country House World 22:30 The Legacy of the Rothschilds 24:02 Duleep Singh: The Last Maharaja's Struggle for Acceptance 26:52 American Elites and the British Aristocracy 29:35 The Changing Dynamics of Wealth and Class 33:32 Architectural Innovations in Country Houses 38:30 The Decline of the Grand Estate 42:09 The Role of Women in Country House Management 45:03 Diversity in Country House Ownership 46:24 Exploring Regency Country Houses

In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with historian Adrian Tinniswood about his latest book, ‘The Power and the Glory,' which explores the golden age of British country houses from 1870 to 1914. They discuss the evolution of these estates, the impact of new money and technology, the changing roles of servants, and the societal scandals that characterized this fascinating period in British history. In this conversation, Jonathan Thomas and Adrian discuss the evolution of the British aristocracy, focusing on the influence of figures like the Rothschilds and Duleep Singh. They explore the allure of English country houses for American elites, the architectural innovations of the era, and the decline of grand estates due to changing social dynamics and taxation. The role of women in managing these estates is highlighted, along with the diversity of ownership that transformed country house society. Adrian also shares his interest in exploring Regency country houses in future research. Links The Power and The Glory on Amazon The Long Weekend Noble Ambitions Adrian Tinniswood's Website Adrian Tinniswood on Twitter Takeaways Adrian Tinniswood's trilogy completes a century of country house history. The period from 1870 to 1914 is marked by both opulence and decline. New money and ideas transformed the traditional aristocracy. Technological advancements changed the dynamics of country house life. The introduction of the motor car and railways made country houses more accessible. Electricity and modern conveniences began to reshape domestic life. The servant problem emerged as women sought other employment opportunities. Scandals in high society reflected broader societal changes. American millionaires and Jewish bankers influenced British aristocracy. The acceptance of new entrants into the country house world was complex and varied. The Rothschilds are viewed as new money due to their Jewish heritage. Alfred Rothschild's eccentricities included pet zebras and a private orchestra. Duleep Singh's acceptance in British society was complicated by racism. American elites sought legitimacy through ownership of country houses. Edward VII's friendships with outsiders relaxed social conventions. By 1914, new money was largely accepted in British society. Cardiff Castle exemplifies extravagant architectural innovation. Death duties significantly impacted the sustainability of estates. Women played crucial roles in managing country houses, often overlooked. Diversity in ownership brought fresh perspectives to country house society. Sound Bites “It's a fascinating period of the British country house.” “The idea of new blood being introduced is very distinctive.” “The servant problem starts to bite but it is slow to hit the country house.” “Rothschilds are still considered new money.” “Alfred Rothschild had pet zebras.” “Duleep Singh hated the English, with good reason.” Chapters 00:00 Introduction to British Country Houses 02:56 The Golden Age of Country Houses 05:50 Technological Advancements and Social Changes 08:51 The Servant Problem and Domestic Life 11:33 Scandals and Gossip in High Society 14:39 New Entrants to the Country House World 22:30 The Legacy of the Rothschilds 24:02 Duleep Singh: The Last Maharaja's Struggle for Acceptance 26:52 American Elites and the British Aristocracy 29:35 The Changing Dynamics of Wealth and Class 33:32 Architectural Innovations in Country Houses 38:30 The Decline of the Grand Estate 42:09 The Role of Women in Country House Management 45:03 Diversity in Country House Ownership 46:24 Exploring Regency Country Houses

Jake Eagle | Psychotherapist | Mindful Instructor | Author Summary: Psychotherapist, mindfulness instructor, and author Jake Eagle joins Shaun Maslyk to explore awe's transformative power for lasting well-being, and happiness, and even how we relate to money. Jake shares his inspiring journey from business success to becoming a meta-therapist, where he now helps others tap into awe to enrich their lives. Together, they discuss the Awe Method—a simple, fast technique to experience awe—and its potential to reset the nervous system, build resilience, and even reshape our financial mindset. Discover how a practice of awe can help you feel more at peace with your finances and more fulfilled in life. They dive into the three levels of consciousness—safety, heart, and spaciousness—offering an approach that goes beyond positive psychology and into a deeper, more expansive way to grow. This episode will intrigue you to explore awe as a tool for happiness and personal transformation. Highlights: Awe is a powerful emotion that can be accessed quickly for greater well-being. Taking responsibility for our emotions is crucial for personal growth and healthy financial decisions. The past can guide us, but it doesn't have to define us. Awe can be cultivated through simple, daily practices. The Awe Method enables quick shifts in emotional state. We can create new narratives around our experiences and financial stories. We can create new, empowering narratives around our experiences. The three levels of consciousness—safety, heart, and spaciousness—support deeper well-being. Awe can reset our nervous system and enhance resilience. Every interaction is an opportunity for greater consciousness. Awareness of our values is essential for meaningful growth. Quotes: "The past can inform us, but it shouldn't define us" "Finding beauty every day is a high value" "Generosity is a powerful perspective to carry" Links: The Power of Awe Book: CLICK HERE Jake's Be Conscious Now: CLICK HERE

Dr. Michael Amster | Mindfulness Researcher | Author | Interventional Pain Management Specialist Intro: When was the last time you felt a true sense of awe? Perhaps it was while gazing at a breathtaking landscape, watching a mesmerizing sunset, or savoring a moment of pure wonder. These extraordinary scenes often inspire awe, yet as our guest, Dr. Michael Amster, co-author of The Power of Awe, explains, awe isn't limited to grand spectacles or rare events. It's something we can experience every day—in the warmth of sunlight, a kind gesture, or even the intricate details of a simple leaf. And during this podcast, Dr. Amster discusses how awe is accessible to us all and can have dramatically powerful, positive impacts on our lives. These moments of everyday awe do more than create beautiful memories; they have a profound impact on our mindset, especially when it comes to money. When we allow ourselves to experience awe, we see how "rich" life can be in the truest sense. We begin to rely less on external “things” to make us happy, knowing that they often bring only fleeting satisfaction. Instead, awe-inspired moments lead us to find fulfillment in experiences, connections, and simple joys. In this way, awe shifts us from seeking happiness through material accumulation to cultivating a lasting sense of inner wealth. BIO: Michael Amster, MD, is a physician and awe researcher, writer, and teacher at the UC Berkeley Greater Good Science Center. With twenty years as a pain management specialist, he is currently the founding director of the pain management department at Santa Cruz Community Health. A practitioner of meditation for over thirty years, he is also a certified yoga and meditation teacher. He splits his time between clinical work, research on awe, teaching mindfulness, and leading awe-inspiring retreats around the world. Highlights: Practicing awe can lead to a more fulfilling life. Awe connects us to our intuition and self. Experiencing awe can slow us down and enhance our presence. Awe can be found in ordinary moments, not just extraordinary ones. The AWE method is a simple practice to cultivate awe. Awe has significant psychological and social benefits. Awe can expand our identity beyond material possessions. Experiencing awe can change our perception of time. Awe is contagious and can inspire generosity in others. Links: The Power of Awe Book: CLICK HERE Dr. Michael Amster LinkedIn: CLICK HERE

In this week's episode I'm recapping some of the time-sensitive highlights of the past several podcast episodes of Leaders of the West. These episodes include interviews with trailblazing women you won't want to miss.  I also share two professional tips I find myself using often. First, I'll cover the importance of respectfully making introductions along with a good example of how I make introductions myself via email that saves time and hassle for all parties. The second tip entails why professional photos of yourself are crucial and what to avoid when it comes to these types of photos. These tips will prove to be helpful in your business!   Resources & Links: The Power of Professional Photos: Making The Best First Impression For Starters podcast with Alexa von Tobel Nice Job, Cowgirl Documentary Be A Maker School NEW The Business of Making course Join The Directory Of The West Get our FREE resource for Writing a Strong Job Description Get our FREE resource for Making the Most of Your Internship Email us at hello@ofthewest.co Join the Of The West Email List List your jobs on Of The West   Mentioned Recent Episodes: Episode 73: Why You NEED to Submit a BOI Report Before December 31st  Episode 72: Life Lessons from Western Icon Judy Wagner Episode 71: Shoot What You Want to be Hired For with Nicole Poyo Brennan Episode 70: Scaling a Handmade Business with Nevada Miller Episode 69: Having the Courage to Create Something New with Melissa Grimmel Schaake   Connect with Jessie: Follow on Instagram @ofthewest.co and @mrsjjarv Follow on Facebook @jobsofthewest Check out the Of The West website Be sure to subscribe/follow the show so you never miss an episode!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine this: Your clients walk through your doors and immediately feel seen, valued, and cared for—every single time. ✨    Now imagine how those meaningful, consistent interactions could transform your practice into one that's not just successful, but truly exceptional. That's what today's episode is all about!   I've been diving into The Power of Moments by Chip and Dan Heath, and it's been a great reminder about how to create memorable moments in every patient interaction. The concepts from this book are so powerful and are easy to apply to the way we want to honor the people who come to see us.    In today's fast-paced world, it's not just about solving a problem with the unique types of treatments we offer; it's about the emotions we create, the connections we build, and the unforgettable experiences we create for our clients.

Anita Dhake is a blogger at thepowerofthrift.com. She is also the author of a book, Operation Enough, about her approach to financial independence. Anita retired at the age of 33. She graduated with a law degree in 2009 from the University of Chicago. She had a starting salary of $160,000. Instead of using her law income to live an expensive lifestyle, she used it to achieve financial independence at a remarkably early age.She has a unique philosophy towards money that I think is best summed up by her quote: “The most valuable thing money can buy is freedom from worrying about money.”Links* The Power of Thrift: https://thepowerofthrift.com/* Operation Enough: https://www.amazon.com/Operation-Enough-Retire-Remarkably-Early-ebook/dp/B075RS2R4ZDisclaimerNothing on this podcast is investment advice.The information in this podcast is for information and discussion purposes only. It does not constitute a recommendation to purchase or sell any financial instruments or other products.  Investment decisions should not be made with this podcast and one should take into account the investment objectives or financial situation of any particular person or institution.Investors should obtain advice based on their own individual circumstances from their own tax, financial, legal, and other advisers about the risks and merits of any transaction before making an investment decision, and only make such decisions on the basis of the investor's own objectives, experience, and resources.The information contained in this podcast & show notes is based on generally-available information and, although obtained from sources believed to be reliable, its accuracy and completeness cannot be assured, and such information may be incomplete or condensed.Investments in financial instruments or other products carry significant risk, including the possible total loss of the principal amount invested. This podcast, the host, and the guest do not purport to identify all the risks or material considerations that may be associated with entering into any transaction. This host & guest accepts no liability for any loss (whether direct, indirect, or consequential) that may arise from any use of the information contained in or derived from this content. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.securityanalysis.org/subscribe

Earning valuable college credit while fulfilling high school requirements sounds too good to be true, and yet many teens do exactly this every year. Why don't more? Amy and Mike invited educator Dr. Amanda Sterk to explore when dual enrollment is a good option. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What exactly does dual enrollment mean? What are the benefits of dual enrollment? Do many students pursue dual enrollment opportunities? Are dual enrollment credits always transferable? What if your school doesn't offer a dual enrollment track? MEET OUR GUEST Dr. Amanda Sterk is the Director of College and Career Advising at Method Learning. Dr. Sterk has guided thousands of students through academic planning, career exploration, and applying and succeeding in college admissions and scholarships. She is co-author of the nationally recognized college admissions workbook, College UnMazed: Your Guide to Navigate the High School to College Maze. Dr. Sterk graduated with her Bachelors in Education from the University of Northern Iowa, Masters in Counseling from Drake University, and Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Creighton University. Originally from Iowa, Dr. Sterk has worked in high-performing schools throughout Africa and Latin America, settling in Cape Coral, Florida. Dr. Sterk enjoys the SW Florida sunshine through many outdoor activities such as paddleboarding and bike riding with her husband, Heath, and two teenage daughters, Eden and Rilah. Amanda can be reached at amanda@methodlearning.com. LINKS The Power of Dual Enrollment: The Equitable Expansion of College Access and Success RELATED EPISODES ADVANTAGES OF DUAL ENROLLMENT HIGH SCHOOL COURSE SELECTION AND ACADEMIC RIGOR EARNING ADVANCE COLLEGE CREDIT ABOUT THIS PODCAST Tests and the Rest is THE college admissions industry podcast. Explore all of our episodes on the show page. ABOUT YOUR HOSTS Mike Bergin is the president of Chariot Learning and founder of TestBright. Amy Seeley is the president of Seeley Test Pros. If you're interested in working with Mike and/or Amy for test preparation, training, or consulting, feel free to get in touch through our contact page.

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Friends, do we have a right to choose how and when we die? Should we be worried about the rapid rise of euthanasia, including in the United States? Euthanasia has been in the news lately thanks to reports out of Canada, where last year, over 10,000 Canadians ended their lives via euthanasia. Those numbers are sure to go up, as Canada has loosened restrictions so that people can now choose euthanasia not only to avoid pain and suffering in the face of terminal disease, but simply for “mental health reasons.” On today's episode of “The Word on Fire Show,” Brandon Vogt and I discuss these alarming trends and how to make the case that life is worth living. A listener asks, why does it matter where we go to worship the Lord as long as we're doing so? Links The Power of the Cross: Good Friday Sermons from the Papal Preacher by Cardinal Raniero Cantalamessa NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

I might turn this into a workshop or a class at some point, but I wanted to speak to podcasters out there who either have a show or want to start one. Why do you want to have your own podcast? Let's discuss... Links: The Power of Knowing Your Why - School of Podcasting   Get In Touch With The Show! Message me on Facebook | Tweet me on Twitter |Send me an email

We are easily caught up in the monotony and to-do lists of our day-to-day lives that we often forget the importance of adding value in everything that we say and do. In this episode, our host is Steven Kuhn, a speaker, author, and consultant. Steven talks about how adding value is one of the most powerful tools we have for growing our network and making a positive impact on the world around us.   Highlights: Leverage your network while adding value Increase your worth through added value Focusing on delivering value in every area of your life helps you grow your network   Links: The Power of Adding Value: How to Make a Positive Impact in Life and Business Connect with Steven here! Additional resources: Steven Kuhn's 5 Keys to Success (Don't Make the Mistake!) How to Succeed in Business: The Value of Building Long Term Relationships in Life and Business   Come grab your seat at the table and join us on Clubhouse live every week Monday-Friday, 5 am - 1 pm EST, and Saturdays, 5 am - 10 am EST!   

We often don't think about how energy affects the people around us, whether it's negative or positive energy.  In this episode, our host is Barbara Majeski, a nationally recognized TV personality and Lifestyle Expert, Renowned as the "Curator of the Good Life." Barbara talks about how powerful energy really is and she explains the ways in which we can protect our energy so that we can always maintain positive energy   Highlights: 4 ways to protect your energy How our emotions impact our energy and those around us How to feel like your best self   Links: The Power of Positive Energy: How You Can Protect Your Energy Connect with Barbara here! Additional resources: Be Grateful for What You Have: Love Your Body Putting Your Life in Balance: Finding Balance in Life Through Certainty   Come grab your seat at the table and join us on Clubhouse live every week Monday-Friday, 5 am - 1 pm EST, and Saturdays, 5 am - 10 am EST!   

What are you willing to do to make your business run exactly how you want? Eleanor Oates, owner of Sitter4Pets, went as far as developing her own software to run her business. Eleanor shares how her corporate background helped her get off the ground in pet care and the importance of time management. After a car accident left her out of work for 7 years, she decided to do something new. She shares how she moved through those dark times and shares have she uses videos to connect with clients. Main topics Moving through dark times Time management Getting the right clients Using videos Developing her own software Main takeaway: Time management is more than just setting your calendar. It's about creating mental space and separating from what drains us. About our guest: 47 years old - Stubborn, driven Yorkshire lass from England ! Worked in corporate for most of my adult life. Live in Yorkshire with my partner, his 2 boys and dog called Bramble. Had a terrible Road Traffic Accident in 2002 that changed my life. After 7 years of constant pain and being off work, I decided to change my future and become a pet and house sitter. I am passionate about my pet and house sitting business that I have created from scratch. I am now looking forward to my next big adventure! I have been pet sitting since 2007. I haven't always been involved in this type of work though, I come from a corporate background. I used to work in The Law Courts followed by an Insolvency Practitioner's firm in Barnsley. That was until I suffered from a road traffic accident that completely changed my life. I was off on long term sick for 7 years due to back and hip issues and during my recuperation of my last operation, my cousin asked me to look after her home and pets. That was the beginning of pet sitting for me. After spending the first 5 years building a strong foundation in my business, I decided to resign from my corporate career and house sit on a full time basis. I soaked up as much knowledge as I could on topics such as Pet First Aid, Dog Behaviour, Dog Psychology, Dog Grooming, Cat Behaviour, Senior Pet Care and Pet Nutrition. I attended many courses in person and online and still love learning as much as I can in this pet related industry. Since 2012 I have been pet and house sitting full time, all year round, moving from one house to the next and 2022 represents the 10th year anniversary of my business. Links: The Power of Habit: https://amzn.to/3LLVu4M Email: oates_eleanor@hotmail.co.uk Sitter4Pets: https://sitter4pets.co.uk/why/ Buy PSC Merch Give us a call! (636) 364-8260  Follow us on: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Email us at: feedback@petsitterconfessional.com Full show notes and transcript   Sponsored by: ❤️ Our AMAZING Patreon Supporters Time to Pet Visit: https://timetopet.com/confessional Code: 50% off first 3 months Pet Perennials Visit: petperennials.com/pages/gps Code: 'PSC' when registering for a $2 off coupon on any purchases in the 1st 90 days

Dandpani returns to EO360 this week to discuss his new book, The Power of Unwavering Focus. In the age of social media and shrinking attention spans, focus is essential. Listen in as Dandapani talks about how you can practice focus and how to remain unwavering in the face of distractions. Links The Power of Unwavering Focus: https://dandapani.org/unwavering-focus-book/ Dandapani's Website: https://dandapani.org/

This week Lisset and Brittney help two navigate style differences in relationship.  We're looking at work/ sleep schedules as well as communication styles.  Links: The Power of Now *Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate links, we receive a small commission if you purchase something using our link, at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!Honest Feedback was created by Brittney King and Lisset King.Please send us your questions by leaving a voicemail at 971-895-4111 or email us thekings@honestfeedbackpodcast.com Follow us @HonestFeedbackPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Facebook 

At Upbuild, we talk a lot about the difference between the ego and the self. But it can often feel like everything – our goals, motivations, achievements, aspirations, emotions, etc. – is part of the ego. So, what then is left? Vipin, Hari Prasada, and Rasanath disentangle the subtleties of the self and explain why the ego is the lens through which we experience our whole world. They unpack the connection between the ego and the truth, how we can use the ego to get rid of the ego, the paradox of progress, and what happens if we don't “wake up” from the state of living as the ego.Links:The Power of Addiction and The Addiction of Power: Gabor Maté at TEDxRio+20www.upbuild.comInstagram: @upbuildnycFacebook: UpbuildLinkedIn: Upbuild

Do you feel like you're just surviving some days? In this encouraging episode, Ryan will give you permission to dream again and rekindle those things God placed in your heart.   Links: The Power of Who by Bob Beaudine - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1599951533 Finding your Grace Place (Paperback) - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ITPGCU4 Finding your Grace Place (Free Ebook) - https://findingyourgraceplace.com/free

James returns in The Quieted Mind to set an intention for 2022: widening the circle of our compassion and love for those around us.Links:The Power of Metta: A Buddhist Story — from MountainHermitage.orgHow to Expand Love: Widening the Circle of Loving Relationships by H.H. Dalai LamaInteract with Fundamental Shift on:Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | 704.665.7473Interact with The Quieted Mind on:Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeMusic by '86 Aerostar

Jim and Mike talk about what it means to work with a service dog, what distinguishes them from pets, how to select them, train them, and employ them. Mike also talks about different training methods and how some of them work in different ways. The principles of dog training go outside of just employing a dog in a working environment. A dog who follows simple commands will help keep your dog, and your family safe and happy. Links: The Power of Training Dogs with Markers (Clickers) The Groundwork to Establishing Pack Structure with Adult Dogs The Problem with All-Positive Dog Training Learning Concepts by R.S. Eden   Like what we're doing? Head over to Patreon and give us a buck for each new episode. You can also make a one-time contribution at GoFundMe.  Intro music credit Bensound.com

#065  What do you think about when you hear the word creativity?  Maybe it's art, or music, or dance?  And while creating art has been shown to promote psychological, physical and emotional health, the creativity we'll be talking about today is broader. It's the ability to think and act differently by asking questions, making observations, experimenting, or connecting disparate concepts to make something new, something better.And the deeper we go with anything – a business, a partnership, a writing project, nature – the more the stage is set to enter creative flow. Today we'll explore how to build your creative capacity in all aspects of your life and encourage creative flow.  We'll cover:What creativity and creative capacity are and why they're beneficial to your well-being;What happens when you enter the state of creative flow; andHow to encourage creative flow in your everyday activities. By inviting creativity and flow into the everyday, our activities, even our work and chores, become more fun and engaging.  Challenges become problem-solving opportunities and our activities bring a sense of newness and aliveness as we connect with the deeper currents in our lives.Links:The Power of Creative Capacity – Interlochen Center for the ArtsBook – Flow: The Psychology of Optimal ExperienceTED Talk - Mihaly CsikszentmilhalyiIf you'd like to join our circle and never miss a weekly episode, please hit subscribe.  While you're there, you can rate the podcast by highlighting the stars that match your experience.  Much appreciated!For episode materials, show notes or to submit a question for a future episode, visit: https://athenawellness.com/podcast

Are you exhausted – but feel like you get enough sleep? You could actually be rest deprived! Getting enough sleep is important, But it's only one part of a much larger spectrum of resetting. There are 4 types of active rest we can dabble in: Physical, Mental, Social and Spiritual. We’re going to teach you the difference, and how to get more out of each type in your life. Links The Power of Rest: Why Sleep Alone Is Not Enough. A 30-Day Plan to Reset Your Body by Matthew Edlund https://bit.ly/2TIKkqm . Gaby Goodier, The Sage Society @the.sagesociety . https://www.instagram.com/the.sagesociety/ Follow us on Instagram @thespace_podcast and https://bit.ly/thespace_instagram here Review The Space on Apple Podcasts and https://bit.ly/review-the-space here Credits Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Content: Amy Molloy @amy_molloyExecutive Producer: Elise CooperEditor: Adrian WaltonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In America, we’re taught that a good life is a happy life. Many of us have spent the core of our adult lives chasing success and happiness, but does accomplishing more really make us happier? Perhaps there is another path to wellbeing that’s deeper and far more fulfilling. In this episode, author Emily Esfahani Smith reveals why happiness isn’t a destination — and why we should seek meaning instead.  We’ll hear powerful lessons from Emily on what steps we can take to strive toward building a life of joy, meaning, or purpose.  In this episode, we discussed: Why the pursuit of happiness represented in our culture is flawed Four research-backed pillars for building a meaningful life How Emily discovered the undeniable connection between purpose and contribution The power of the attitude you bring to daily life (and why it matters more than you may think) Emily’s inspiring advice on simple ways to make your life more meaningful The question of universal principles for happiness and defining your life’s purpose   Why it’s normal to go through phases of life where you don’t feel purpose or meaning   Links The Power of Meaning: Crafting a Life That Matters by Emily Esfahani Smith Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl

Episode 2: Isolation, Loneliness, and the Importance of Touch In this episode, we’ll be talking about the distinctions between being alone and being lonely, and what that means for us today. Links: The Power of Touch, article in the New Yorker By Maria Konnikova https://www.newyorker.com/science/maria-konnikova/power-touch A Biography of Loneliness, a book about the history of the emotion, by Faye Bound Alberti https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/50931313-a-biography-of-loneliness Hugs and Kisses: the health impact of affective touch by Maria Cohut https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323143 Romeo Club: Retired Old Men Eating Out https://romeoclub.com Robin Dunbar for the New York Times: You’ve Got to Have (150) Friends https://www.nytimes.com/2010/12/26/opinion/26dunbar.html Loneliness: Human Nature and the Need for Social Connection by John T. Cacioppo, William Patrick https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2753527-loneliness Rina on Twitter https://twitter.com/Rina_Grob_ Madhvi on Twitter https://twitter.com/madhviramani Rina on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rina_grob/ Madhvi on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/madhviinberlin/

In this episode of the TriSwimCoach, Kevin interviewed Lee Bougie. Lee is a researcher, science teacher, speaker, and holistic nutritionist. She also leads the research and development department at Nested Naturals. She teachers at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition and runs workshops on various wellness topics. Lee is a writer for Contentment Magazine and does media appearances focusing on sleep, stress, and the circadian rhythm. She is also a certified stress mastery educator and a diplomat of The American Institute of Stress. In the interview, Lee and Kevin talked about sleep and how it affects health and triathlon racing. Other topics they discussed include insomnia and its causes, what caffeine does, and what happens to the body during sleep. If you are interested in things related to sleep, don’t forget to tune in! Topics discussed in this episode: How she got interested in the topic of sleep Her sleep issues The importance of sleep What happens to the body during sleep Possible causes for lack of sleep Sleep timing What causes insomnia and what can be done about it What jet lag is Causes of jet lag and what can be done about it What melatonin is On dealing with insomnia What caffeine does Sources of magnesium On athletes/triathletes taking supplements to replace electrolytes What her company does and the products they offer Links: The Power of When: Discover Your Chronotype by Michael Breus The Fit Triathlete Nested Naturals 25% off of any of their products **If you've enjoyed this episode of Tri Swim Coach Triathlon Swimming, please subscribe and leave us a rating & review over on iTunes to help spread the word. Thank you!**

This week on The Op-Ed Page with Elisa Camahort Page 1. #NotResolutionsJustHabits My approach (or non-approach) to "New Years Resolutions." 2.

Today Christina(Valor, Animal Kingdom, Blood Drive, and soon to be A Million Little Things) joins Sam and they cover: -her experience in ethnic casting (not what you'd expect) -how she survived 2.5 years without a job -her verion of balance -how she finds her character -body image Links: The Power of Full Engagement: https://amzn.to/2xuIk6q Oceana: https://oceana.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/one-broke-actress-podcast/support

Willkommen zu LebensLiebe. Dem Podcast zum Leben, Lieben und Lachen von und mit Martina Dopfer. Die zwölfte Folge von LebensLiebe handelt von Verletzlichkeit und dem Flirten mit dir selbst. Wie du mit kleinen Tricks deinem wahren Ich begegnest, erfährst du in diesem Podcast und nimmst für Dich mit… … welche Botschaften Scham und Schmerz haben; … wie du diese Botschaften in deinem Körper verortest; … wie du dich durch Tanzen und Liebe in dich selbst verliebst. Hat dir die Folge gefallen und geholfen? Dann teile sie doch gerne mit deinen Freunden und Freundinnen und all den Lieben, denen diese Folge auch auf ihrem Weg helfen kann. Hier noch ein paar spannende Links: The Power of Vulnerability (www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_on_vulnerability) Brené Brown zu ihrer Forschung über Verletzlichkeit. Mein Blog (https://www.martinadopfer.com/blo) In meinem Blog findet ihr alle Podcasts zum Nachlesen. Vielen lieben Dank auch für deine Bewertung auf iTunes. Instagram: martini_yoga Facebook: Martina Dopfer Lebensliebe Love and light*** Martina

Welcome to the Post Status Draft podcast, which you can find on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, and via RSS for your favorite podcatcher. Post Status Draft is hosted by Brian Krogsgard and co-host Brian Richards. In this episode, Brian and Brian discuss the power of network effects and how they relate to WordPress’ increasing market share and maturity. WordPress has recently hit two major milestones, turning 15 years old and reaching 30% market share of the top 10 million websites, and we spend this episode reflecting on the innovations that brought us here and where innovations are likely to occur over the next 10 years. We’ve come quite a long way in these 15 years. From the famous 5-minute install to being entirely pre-installed. From a supportive band of volunteers and vast ecosystem of free software to the commercially supported and highly-polished products that exist today. There is a lot about WordPress to be thankful for, and a lot of great things that will exist in the future because of it. And you can hear a bit about all of that on this episode of the Post Status Draft podcast. Links The Power of Network Effects Mel Choice's LoopConf presentation on Customizing the Future Sponsor: Yoast Yoast SEO Premium gives you 24/7 support from a great support team and extra features such as a redirect manager, recommended internal links, tutorial videos and integration with Google Webmaster Tools! Check out Yoast SEO Premium.

In last week's episode, we talked about all the ways you can live out your authentic faith by starting a business. Today, we are taking it to the next level by discussing all the ways you can transform your business. Whether you are just starting out or have been in business for decades now, there is always room to grow. God calls us to steward our businesses for his glory, and by growing your business using your God-given gifts and talents, you are doing just that! Starting a business and continuing a business require a different mindset. While some might be tempted to hire a new manager or sell their business, I am confident that you can learn the skills and mindset shifts you need to continue. I break down this process into five simple steps: Pray, Prepare, Proclaim Your Idea, Find you People, and Persevere through difficulties. With God at your back, you can accomplish anything. It's OK to run a few metaphorical red lights on your way to success in business. As you are prayerfully preparing for what's next in your business, don't forget the people and friends that God has placed in your life to help you along on your journey. Are you ready to transform your existing business? You can start today! More in this episode: Surround yourself with smart people! Your time to act is now, Entrepreneurs. Pray and ask God for next steps in your business. Pray with your spouse or your partnership. Prepare and get your plan together. Proclaim your ideas! The enemy wants you to keep your big dreams silent. You need to find people who are in this dream. Perseverance is critical when you are on the cusp of growth. My secret to when I have a tough day in business. Books make a huge difference. Links: The Power of Positive Thinking by Dr. Norman Vincent Peale

Show Notes: SatoriPrime.com/67 “You cannot coerce your subconscious.” -Dr Joseph Murphy (click to tweet) A lot of people have a hard time believing in something. They need hard facts, and statistics, diagrams, etc. That logic mind can be someone’s greatest strength in some instances, yet they’re greatest weaknesses in other. Some things you have to believe in order for it to come to fruition. To take it to another level, there’s probably things you believe that are hurting you. For example, some people may believe they can never have six pack abs. By believing it can’t happen, it never will. If you believe you aren’t lucky enough to get a promotion, you never will. Believing in something is what gives you that drive. It’s what gives people motivation. If you don’t believe it’s possible, you won’t even try. So sit down, concentrate on what you want, and believe that it’s possible. On this episode of Have It All, Ilan is joined by his book club to discuss their latest reading: The Power of the Subconscious Mind. They explore from logical perspectives the power of this book, and where it’s flaws may lie. Download this episode today and see how much impact the power of believing can have. Your goal has to feel good. Make them about something positive. (click to tweet) The Cliff Notes: The easiest way to join a mastermind is to start a book club. Book under emphasizing effort needed to achieve goals. Placebos work because of belief. This world is difficult for logic brained people. Our greatest strengths are also our greatest weaknesses. There has to be belief and effort for something to come true. Do it more often in a more subtle way. Manifesters are generally very excited people. If you want things to be the norm, you have to treat it like the norm. Make your goals about something positive. Fear is a short term motivator. It’s not a lie if you believe it. When you believe something, you make it a reality. Stop comparing yourself to others. Most people’s motivation comes from a place of fear. (click to tweet)  Links: The Power of the Subconscious Mind Show Notes: SatoriPrime.com/67 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jasmin Haley RDH on Investing in Yourself, Avoiding “Imposterism” and CAREERfusion. Jasmin and I got the chance to sit down at CAREERfusion the first week of January. We were both first-time attendees, and at the end of the third day, we took a few moments to reflect on the experience we were in the middle of. She opens up about how she has been able to be vulnerable here, and the validation she felt from this meeting. Jasmin is a hygienist carving her own path as a speaker, blogger, and podcaster. She is adjunct faculty in a hygiene program, and like many, she is temping part time. She schools me on Brick vs. The Brick, which I completely failed! She shares her takeaways from CAREERfusion Imposter syndrome has to go. Being in intentional with decision making and self-compassionate while working through her career path without holding back. We reflect on 2016 RDH Under One Roof’s Keynote speaker Colette Carlson’s talk about “making an ask out of yourself” Jasmin gives her thoughts about the importance of healthy patients and how oral health coaching is an amazing adjunct for patients in the dental office who are trying to control cavities and gum disease. How getting people to change is difficult, and as a public health instructor “the health belief model” requires that people believe they are at risk for disease and how that often doesn’t happen in a traditional appointment We talk about the book “The Power of Habit” and habit loops vs keystone habits and how that relates to patient care and behavioral change. Links: The Power of Habit Momgienists podcast Beyond the prophy Beyond the Prophy Presents: Drug addiction crisis and the dental professional with Edie Gibson Think beyond the prophy I really enjoyed sitting down with Jasmin, and I look forward to what 2017 holds for her!!

Isabel Hundt is the author of The Power of Faith-Driven Success: A Journey Toward Living Your Dream by 30 and certified vision and Transformation Coach and International Speaker. She’s a world visionary and an ambassador of Global Presence Leadership. She travels all over to share her enlightening message of tuning in to our true selves by understanding the connection between our heart and our brain. She is also teaching how to use our emotions as a powerful guide for success in all areas of our lives instead of experiencing emotions as a distraction. She’s a proud Christ follower, wife and a mother to son Jonah. Isabel enjoys kick boxing and body combat.   Question Tell us a little bit about yourself and your journey How do you feel about customer experience in your own life, the things you’ve experience and what role do you think that plays in you being able to help people transform into their best selves? What are some everyday solutions that you believe can help improve customer experience? How do you feel about leadership in a business? What role do you think leadership plays in the whole customer experience process and the emotions around that as well? As a Visionary, as a Coach, what are some important considerations that you would recommend they take into account moving into the online space in order to be successful? How do you stay motivated every day? What is the one online resource, website, tool or app that you absolutely cannot live without in your business? What are some of the books that have had the biggest impact on you? If you were sitting across the table from another business owner and they said to you that they feel they have great products and services but they lack the constantly motivated human capital, what’s the one piece of advice would you give them to have a successful business? What is one thing in your life right now that you are really excited about – something that you are working on to develop yourself or people? Where can our listeners find your information online? What is one quote or saying that you live by or that inspires you in times of adversity?   Highlights Isabel Hundt shared that she that when she was young, she had a lot of out of body experiences, at some point she had a head trauma and when she had the head trauma, she was out of her body and she could watch herself and there are other times where she felt like she could leave her body which was weird and she always reacted weird to other people that were in pain. For example, she laughed when they were hurting and she know why, she would say, “oh my god, it’s so embarrassing, I shouldn’t be laughing, it’s not funny, they are hurting” and looking back she knows it was a coping mechanism for her to not take on their stuff but when she was 12 years old, she had a vision that she would be moving the United States of America, she is originally from Germany where she grew up and her family is there. She had the vision and that she would be speaking in front of a lot of people and she didn’t quite know how it was going to happen because she didn’t have any connections and she also got into psychology and sociology around the same time, she grew up in the so call DDR, East Germany and they grew up Christian and so her dad wasn’t allowed study because he participated in church activities so when the walls came down he was finally able to get his Degree and that was when she was about 12 years old and that time she studied with him which was fun and when she was 18 years old, she went to the USA for an exchange year which was interesting because she really sucked speaking the language, she didn’t know what, “you’re welcome” meant. She then had to go back and she didn’t feel at home anymore, something didn’t feel right, it was just off and her dad would always say, “one day we’re going to do something together, we’re going to work together” and of course when you’re 19 years old you’re like, “heck no, I’m independent now.” She studied economics and failed, they kicked her out after 2 years and she started to have really bad depressions and she didn’t care if there was a car coming or not, she was just done with the world, everything was noisy and loud. When they kicked her out of university, she had to figure out what she wanted to do next and she finally admitted that she probably should go into the social science field because that’s what she was always been interested in, so she did that and started over and somehow she got into a really bad relationship with an American guy but that’s how she really came over so she is kind of grateful to him but that ended too after she finished her studying and she still came over and worked as a nanny. In that process she got to know her now husband and because he didn’t want to get married right away, she almost got deported and that was interesting. She had to go to Canada which was quite the experience and all that up and down and she didn’t what she wanted to do, she never felt like she really trusted her intuition and that’s when through a friend of a friend she started to get into the coaching world and she participated in a training, “This was exactly what I need to do because I need to understand who I am. I don’t feel German, I don’t feel American, who am I?” and within that journey of becoming a certified coach, she also realize that she is an empath which means that she experience the world more intense, she can see through people, she sees color around people, it’s a lot of stuff that she takes in and never knew how to trust that intuition or to work with it and throughout the journey she got to where she is today. Isabel Hundt stated that she used to do a presentation at Ball State University about customer service and they would look at like she’s crazy because nobody really understands that the customer service starts with you and they believe that customer service is the foundation to success in whatever you offer in your business, customer service is nothing different than creating relationships and being open to the experience with the other person. The problem that she sees often with customer service is that we don’t not have that self awareness, that often we don’t understand is what we focus on we create more of, what is going on inside of us is being reflected on the outside, that’s what’s happening around us. For example, if somebody comes into work and already has a crappy day and you have someone call you and they need help or support, you would react differently to them than if you had a happy or great day and even though the other person’s reaction wasn’t any different, you just experience it differently so if we have that awareness of what’s going on. For example, you can simply acknowledge, “oh shut, I have a crappy day today, I don’t know what’s going on, I feel frustrated, I feel angry, I’m not sure why” but if we just simply acknowledge it, you don’t have to go through the whole process of analyzing but just acknowledge it, we are able to take that apart from what we experience in relationship type of setting and we can say, “okay, I hear them differently, it’s nothing personal what they’re saying, I don’t have to react to it, I can set my stuff aside to be available to them” and that’s why she thinks self awareness is the foundation to great customer service, yet customer service is the foundation to successful life and business. Isabel stated that emotions aren’t just emotions; they are what we make them, who would determine that anger has a certain chemical reaction in your body, we define it and we can acknowledge, “oh, that’s what’s going on, it’s okay, I am okay, I just don’t have to act on it react to it by pushing it on someone else” Isabel shared that for one, it depends on the setting but if you have a small business and it’s just you, definitely having a ritual every day, if it’s in the morning or before whenever you start working and for her, it’s usually around lunch time because she has a 3 year old when he’s finally asleep. Before she really start getting into work or connecting with people, she sits down and either meditate in her case and sometimes just a reflection yourself is really important just to understand, “okay, what’s going on today, what do I have to work through today that could get in the way for me to create successful connections with people that I really want to be of service to?” that’s the one thing that she really stretch with everyone. When she teach that at universities, the staff always looks at her like, “yeah, can we have a little more business like instead of all the psychology behind it” they don’t really want to take that responsibility, so it’s a little tough. If you can be compassionate with yourself and understanding and acknowledging it, you are more likely to show more compassion to those who you serve, if they have a bad day, you’re not jumping on board, you can just say, “hey, do you having a bad day? I’m sorry if you do, it’s okay and I still see you” so feeling seen creates the connection, the connection again is the foundation of a successful business. So the most important if you remember anything from this conversation, self reflection is the first thing someone should do to have a successful business. Isabel agreed that leaders have their own emotions and depending on your mode, your energy can manifest into the physical space and that can have a positive or negative impact on the staff and then eventually spill over to the customers. She stated that she used to work in corporate America for a year and she didn’t like it because she was the Administrative Assistant and was responsible for all those people and sometimes she would sit there and listen to people talk to customers and would say to herself, “do you actually want to work with that customer or you don’t? Because right now it sounds like you don’t” and even with each other. She thinks that customer service starts with the group itself, if there is tension within the people that work for you, those tensions come across with the customer, so for everyone that is a leader who is leading a group of people needs to stretch on team building and team building is the focus on self that’s why really successful companies like Google, Microsoft, Facebook as well as Amazon, they all have life coaches, so their employees, most of them have at least one session a month or they have free access to a life coach and there is more of team building going on as their foundation than the actual growth of the business. If your team feels valued and seen, automatically your business will grow too because they do whatever it takes to grow this business because that means they feel a part of a big team, a mission, something that’s really important and that as a leader of a company if you have employees, for one you need to do the work yourself, that’s something she has realized, they usually send their employees to her workshops and expect that they will change the environment they are working in but they don’t want to do the work and that’s what hurts most companies. Isabel stated that most of her clients are online. She said that for one, it is more convenient with a child at home that young but it allows her to work with people from all over the world, from France, Sweden, and India and all over the USA and she found and it depends on where you live. She stated that where she lives people are very conservative so it takes a lot to break through that wall and outside of it people are more open to what she’s talking about and what she teach and coach on. She does work mostly online but when she speaks, then she is travelling. Isabel stated that if you want to take everything online, the most important for her is authenticity, if suddenly you come across online differently than in your physical store, that will distract from your brand and people get confuse and when people get confuse, they will not buy from you. Authenticity, really understanding what you want to bring across online, what you want people to understand about who you are and your business that you can also implement or that you have already implemented in your brick and mortar business. Especially if you have a store and you want to take it online she really believes in help from people that have a lot of knowledge like Web Designers, they understand how to use different colors that really reflect your personality and your work because callers also have frequency as well as emotions where they create emotions or support certain emotions so people have to be aware of what they use even there online, what do you want to bring across, how you want people to feel when they look at what you represent. That goes back to personal development, Who are you? What is your message? What do you want to bring across? How do you want to serve people? What do you want other people to take away from it? And you can’t really answer those questions unless you are really aware of who you are and your purpose. Isabel share that sometimes we take My Why a little bit too easy, it’s not just, “my WHY is to support my family financially” it needs to serve for the greater good. She stated that her WHY is to create a deeper connection inner culturally to understand that even though your background is different or the way you grew up or the traditions are different, it doesn’t make you any different as a human being. Her big Why is to bring people together to really connect on such a deep level that we can understand that without each other we can’t do anything and even if we live a thousand miles away from each other, we still impact each other in the way we think, in the way we operate, it has a ripple effect, that’s her greater purpose, that’s greater vision that she has so if you start with the WHY and only say, “my WHY is supporting my family” that’s not enough, that keeps it too limited and you don’t think outside the box. Isabel stated that what keeps her motivated is one, her Why, the essence of what she do what she do, she can’t just let it go, there’s too much at stake to not to do her work and she would be responsible. She always remind herself that if she doesn’t do the work that she is call to do, she is responsible for the people she could have impacted or that she could have supported and served if she had stuck with it, so the moderation is to keep that vision in mind, “Who am I impacting and what are the consequences if I succeed?” that is her biggest motivation and music helps her too. Music changes your vibration energy which the frequency of your body either increases or decreases depending on what you listen to and when she feels really demotivated, she listens to inspiring music and it feels like she is able to conquer everything, she is a leader and once she gets to that she feels she can move forward and stay motivated. Isabel stated that she was thinking about that question and she couldn’t quite find an answer, she was looking though everything that she is using but what she could not live without is her Virtual Assistant or her Web Designer the two people, she knows that they are not a tool or something that she uses online but those are the two things that if she didn’t have them her business would not be where it’s at or where she wanted it to go. She stated that they take such a load off her shoulders, it’s incredible. She stated that if you have an online business she would recommend that you get a Virtual Assistant and have a Web Designer always on your side. If something happens, within 2 minutes they can check, “okay, I got it” without you having to try and figure it out or make it even worst. Isabel stated that the other online resources that are really helpful like Buffer or Hootsuite are important if you want to save time and one thing that she learnt is focus on a few social platforms, don’t try to get into everything and get on board with everything new. Focus on 2 or 3 things that you are comfortable with and do whatever it takes to get your name out on those social platforms. Isabel shared that the book she read over the last year that really impacted the way she thinks and the way she experience things is The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You by Karla McLaren, it’s more written for empathy so if you’re not really an empathy and don’t want to get too deep into it, don’t read it but if you’re really interested in it then it will definitely help in coping with a lot of things and understanding a lot of things. Isabel stated that the advice that she would give is the advice that she gives herself everyday and that is trust. If you are in alignment, if what you do, what you send out is in alignment with what you have on your heart, that dream that really fires you up every single day, you need to trust. You can’t go out and follow everyone strategy and try to make everything work and sign up for every program that you can find just to make something happen, you need to trust and with every decision you make, ask yourself, “is that in alignment with who I am?, does this really work for me? And is it in alignment with my greater purpose?” If it’s not trust that you don’t need it at this time or ever but really trust. Trust, reflect and listen from within, those are the small advice points that she always give that she always give to herself as well. Isabel stated that the one thing that she is really excited about is doing sessions that are called Releasing Trapped Emotions because those are really important for us to be able to move forward otherwise we will always ending up where we started. Those are the 2 things that she is really excited about but she is also excited about working on a Ted Talk and that’s something she is doing right now and she got a lot of support from people who have done it before, who have the connections so she is super excited and nervous. In the near future she wants to create a more specific course about emotions and how to identify them and work through them with getting all wrapped up in it and that’s something she going to be working on in the spring and those are the few things she is working on right now.   Isabel shared listeners can find her at – www.isabelhundt.com Isabel Hundt Facebook Isabel Hundt Istagram Isabel Hundt LinkedIn Isabel Hundt Twitter Isabel Hundt YouTube   Isabel shared that she usually reverts to Matthew 17:20 and usually people say that you can’t bring the Bible into your business but for her it’s faith and science. It says, “So Jesus said to them, “Because of your unbelief; for assuredly, I say to you, if you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you.” And especially when we know the science part about it that we are able to just with the way we think, that we really can move mountains in that sense, just knowing that keeps her going. We are here, we are destined for something greater and we as a human world society, we have a responsibility to do better than what we’ve done so far.   Links The Power of Faith-Driven Success: A Journey Toward Living Your Dream by 30 by Isabel Hundt The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You by Karla McLaren  

Our lives are driven by habits. We may have healthy habits or we may have negative and destructive habits. What you do is habit and what you do not do is a habit.   In This Episode We Look At: Identifying your own money habits What is the first financial transaction you make on payday? Are you addicted to receiving those Amazon boxes on your doorstep? Not saving or investing–is a habit.   Many habits cannot be eliminated, but they can be changed Establish an "anchor" habit. One habit that creates other supportive habits. An example would be the habit of logging everything that you eat to develop the habit of avoiding M&M's and other sweets; because it is not motivating to report that you ate a bag of M&M's.   A financial anchor habit for the Christian could be honoring the Lord first with your paycheck. This strengthens your dependence upon God and causes you to consider how you spend the remaining income. This can develop into other supporting habits like budgeting and adding to savings.   Today's Resources and Links: The Power of Habits by Charles Duhigg [affiliate link]   One Thing You Can Do Today to Improve Your Financial World: Identify just one money habit that should be replaced with a healthier habit and make that one change. An example could be the habit of over-spending when shopping. The replacement habit would be to bring only the cash budgeted for grocery shopping. Not only will you not go over budget, it is possible that you may spend less as it is emotionally harder to spend cash than swipe a card.   Bonus Idea: Create the habit of carrying Gospel tracks with you and be prepared to feed a hungry person. Be a blessing by giving them food and a gospel track in Jesus' name.   What Are Your Thoughts? If you have a question or comment about today's topic, we invite you to share your thoughts.

Now is a really good time of year to take a rest of sorts: to pause and think. We want to encourage you to pause and consider the source of your future income. Will you work until you die? Do you wish to be able - financially - to stop working ? Obviously, you will still need money.   In This Episode We Look At: The Reality of higher future income taxes and the possibility of avoiding them Plans to reduce the taxation of your future income How to contribute to a Roth IRA when you exceed income limits   Today's Resources and Links: "The Power of Zero" by David McKnight [Affiliate Link] IRA FAQs - Rollovers and Roth Conversions The Back Door Roth Conversion [Wall Street Journal]   One Thing You Can Do Today to Improve Your Financial World: Plan today to beat tomorrow's egregious income taxes. Take advantage of the Roth IRA and non-retirement accounts to greatly minimize or eliminate the taxation of retirement income.   What Are Your Thoughts? If you have a question or comment about today's topic, we invite you to share your thoughts.

You know the drill… Christmas is past and there's only a few days before the New Year and you don't have any goals or resolutions written down. While our tendency is to hastily write vows that will be abandoned within two weeks, perhaps there's a better way?   In This Episode We Look At: When it comes to pursuing change or improvements, less is best The power of focusing on ONE thing. What an anchor habit is, and how it helps create other, supportive habits.   Today's Resources and Links: "The Power of Habits" YNAB (You Need A Budget) "The One Thing"   One Thing You Can Do Today to Improve Your Financial World: Choose just ONE area in your financial world to improve or change for the better and stick with it. It will become habit and other supportive habits will develop around it.   What Are Your Thoughts? If you have a question or comment about today's topic, we invite you to share your thoughts.

How did you get to New Zealand? That's the question I get most of all from clients. And there's a story, a very interesting story behind our move from India to New Zealand. Here it is?and with some cool music too.  How did you get to New Zealand? That's the question I get most of all from clients. And there's a story, a very interesting story behind our move from India to New Zealand. Here it is—and with some cool music too. In this episode Sean talks about Part 1: What I was looking for, when I was 13 years old Part 2: Getting to New Zealand Part 3: What were the early years at Psychotactics like? Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer.   Useful Resources and Links The Power of Chocolate: The Power of Psychotactics Chocolate Marketing Episode #8: The Power of Enough—And Why It’s Critical To Your Sanity The Brain Audit: Why Customers Buy And Why They Don’t -------------------- So how do you subscribe to this free podcast? To subscribe to the podcast, please use the links below: iTunes   |  Android   |  E-mail (and get special goodies)   | RSS   The  Transcript Hi. This is Sean D’Souza from Psychotactics.com and you are listening to The Three-Month Vacation Podcast. This podcast isn’t some magic trick about working less, instead, it’s about how to really enjoy your work and enjoy your vacation time. This is The Three-Month Vacation. I’m Sean D’Souza. One of the questions that I get most of all is how we got to New Zealand. What caused us to leave India and to get to New Zealand? What were the early days like? These are questions that subscribers at Psychotactics want to know all the time. This is the 50th episode and so I thought that’s good idea. Let’s puts in the Psychotactics story here so that you can listen to it and enjoy it. Part 1: What I Was Looking For, When I Was 13 Years Old When I was 13 years old, I had a thought. I wanted to live in a place that was half-city and half-country. Mumbai or Bombay as it was called back then, was very polluted and noisy, not good enough for me, obviously, and I wanted to move to a place that was half-city and half-country except I didn’t know about New Zealand. I’ve never been to New Zealand, probably never even seen any photos of it, but in my mind, I was clear that it had to be half-city and half-country. I say half-city because I love the city. I like people. I like going out and seeing people, and I like the energizer level of the city, but I love the country as well, and I thought if I could find a place that was half-city and half-country, that would be great. I wasn’t thinking of New Zealand. I wasn’t even thinking of leaving India. I was thinking of moving to a place like Bangalore which is in South India. It’s called the Garden City. As I grew up, Bangalore got more congested and busier, and it became just another city, so we started looking out for other countries. We looked at the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. These are mainly the immigrant countries. Canada was very cool. I went to the Canadian Embassy and they said, “What’s your profession?” I said, “I’m a cartoonist.” In that documentation that they gave me, there were six different types of cartoonist to choose from, and I thought, “Wow, this is a very sophisticated place,” because when you go to most of these places, you don’t find cartoonist listed as a profession. We didn’t go to Canada. We didn’t fill out any forms. We didn’t do any of that stuff. We did the same with Australia. We went to the embassy. We got some forms. We didn’t do anything. Then, eventually, a lawyer came from New Zealand. He was an immigration lawyer and he looked for our papers, and he said, “No.” He said we didn’t have enough points to get to New Zealand. He said that we needed to try later, but it didn’t look good, and so, we gave up. We just gave up just like that. Part 2:  Getting to New Zealand Then, I was walking down the street several years later, grocery shopping, and I ran into this friend of mine. Her name is Joan. Joan says to me, “What are you doing here?” I said, “I’m grocery shopping.” She said, “No, no. What are you doing in India? Weren’t you supposed to go to New Zealand?” I said, “Oh, yeah. We were supposed to go, but we did all these paperwork and they said that we couldn’t go.” Then, she said, “You should try now.” She gave me a card and I contacted the immigration lawyer, and that was the start of our merry dance with Indian bureaucracy. I don’t know if you’ve been in a bureaucratic country, but Indian bureaucracy is way up there. You have to go to the police and to the passport department, and you’re going back and forth, and back and forth, and back and forth, and spending enormous amounts of time just in this back and forth movement. Anyway, nine months passed, suddenly, late at night, almost midnight, we got a call wherein we have 12 months to make that trip to New Zealand. That’s when something amazing happened. Everything became lopsided in our favor. I know this sounds crazy to say lopsided in your favor, but it was almost like there was a design to stop us from leaving. Everything that came our way was amazing as long as we stayed in India. Don’t get me wrong. It’s not like we had a rough life in India. The Renuka’s company was a Swiss company and it is the largest fragrance company in the world, and they used to pay for everything; for our stay, our car, we had a chauffeur. It was good life, but the moment we decided we wanted to move was as if a force came in, trying to keep us back. At that point in time, Renuka’s boss, he didn’t know that we were leaving. Almost at the moment we decided we’ll be leaving, he decided to put her in charge of the entire Asian region, which was a big job. When he found out that we were going to New Zealand, he offered to pay the entire airfare. He said, “Go to New Zealand. Have a good vacation. Come back and take your job back,” and we said, “No.” It was the same for me, I had an office. I had staff. I have three-hour lunches. We used to go bowling in the middle of the day. It was a very good life and we had to check up that life and then go into this complete uncertainty of New Zealand. When we left the country, I had just a handbag full of clothes. Not because we didn’t have clothes, but because I wanted to bring all my computer equipment along, so instead of the usual baggage that people bring with all their staff, I had my huge monitor, and then the CPU which weighed a ton, then a scanner, then a printer, and that was what I brought to New Zealand. Everything else was coming in bags later on, but that was the stuff that came with me on the flight. When I’m talking about New Zealand, I often say that we didn’t know anyone in New Zealand, but that’s not quite true. We knew one person and that was Wayne Logue. Wayne was someone that I had met on an internet forum. I was part of a cartoon forum called the Wisenheimer, and Wayne, he was part of that, too. I said I’m coming to New Zealand and he said, “Oh, I can help you.” This was the amazing part. It almost seemed like, “Wow, where did Wayne come from?” We didn’t know whether he was just a crazy guy, a serial killer, and I think that it crossed his mind as well because that’s what … We had a conversation one day and that’s what he said. He didn’t know anything about me. He didn’t know whether I was going to show up, but Wayne actually got my mobile phone, he got my P.O. Box, he got a rental apartment, he did all this stuff not really knowing whether I existed or whether I was just pulling one big April Fool’s Day joke on him. Then, he showed up at the airport and I was able to stay at his place for a week. He had got this rental apartment. He moved me to the rental apartment. He had a hamper full of goodies for me like Kiwi stuff, red socks. When I say “red socks” I mean red socks because we were doing this whole America’s Cup campaign and those are the red socks that they were selling. There were all these things that were essentially very New Zealand-based in that hamper. The landlord’s name was Barry. Barry showed up. He said, “Do you need anything?” I wasn’t quite sure I needed anything. Barry shows up later with half-a-full of forks and spoons, and iron and ironing board, and he just leaves it outside the door so that I can get started. This was New Zealand for me. It was full of friendly, wonderful people that just went out of their way to do stuff. This was a fairy tale start to New Zealand, but it got even better before it got worse. Within a week, I was calling up people from the phonebook. I called up maybe 200 people. These designers and marketing agencies and advertising agencies, and I had a job. I had a job as a web designer. I’d studied a bit of Flash. I didn’t know much of it, but the company that hired me, they didn’t know any of the Flash stuff, so it was very new, very interesting, until I got the job. By day two, I was sick of the job. I wanted to quit. I emailed Renuka. Renuka was still back in India at that point in time. She was going to follow in month or so. I said I wanted to quit the job. She said, “No, no, no. Hang in there.” Renuka has always been this person who had a job and I’ve always been this person who never had a job. I always ran my own business freelance. This job, I don’t know what it was, but it just drove me crazy. I had nothing to do. The whole time I was there, I probably built one website, which if you know me, that drove me absolutely crazy. It was like being in prison. Then, I got made redundant, and that was the second happiest day of the entire year. The first being the day I got to New Zealand, but this was fabulous. There was just one little problem though. We had just bought a house the week before and we had a mortgage for over $200,000, and now, we both didn’t have jobs and we had to pay that mortgage. Part 3:  What Were the Early Years at Psychotactics Like? What were the early years at Psychotactics like? For one, it wasn’t even called Psychotactics. It had this very embarrassing name called Million Bucks. As you probably heard before, I was headed back to India and I had this book called “Good to Great” by Jim Collins, and it asked a question, what can you be the best in the world at? I was a professional cartoonist at that time and I couldn’t answer the question. I thought that Calvin and Hobbes was the best cartoon in the world and I couldn’t beat that, and so i wanted to do something else. I don’t know why. Maybe it was a new county, but I wanted to do something else, and so I just decided to jack up everything I was already doing, and then, throw myself into this crazy crevasse. One day, I just decided I was going to get into marketing. I don’t know what happened. It was as if I took a billboard and put it up on Main Street, and said “Sean D’Souza is not going to do any cartooning anymore,” because all the work I was getting, book covers and magazine covers, and illustrations, and advertising agencies, stuff to be done, and it all stopped. Just overnight, it just stopped. It was as if I’d made these announcements all over town. It just stopped. Then, I had to go out and find some consulting work to do. Now, I was part of a networking group, but would you trust a cartoonist to then advise you on your marketing? Plus, there was this terrible name called Millions Bucks. Even so, I remember what Wayne had told me when I got to New Zealand. He was talking about the cartooning stuff and he said, “John found the pavement. Just go and meet people.” That’s what I did. I just founded the pavement. We used to go to all these events to speak where there were two or three people, or people who were half-asleep, and the amount of mistakes that we had to make along the way were phenomenal. As you know, the Brain Audit itself came about from this very, very bad episode where I stood before an audience of about 20 people and started speaking about the Brain Audit, and then I forgot what I had to say. Then, Renuka had to come and take me aside and we have to have a break for 10 minutes, but from that came the Brain Audit, and from the Brain Audit came our entire business. Along the way, we had all of these little speaking engagements at this rotary and what they call SWAP here, which was sales people with a passion, I think. We’d go to these events and it was this drill over and over again, and this is what I tell people, “You sit behind your computer and yo expect things to happen, but there is a lot of ground work that’s happening, a lot of ground work, and we had to do all our ground work.” The years just flew by until one day, I was sitting at this restaurant called “D-72″ with my friend Eugene Moreau. We were talking about this whole badly-named company called Million Bucks. He said, “You send out a newsletter and you call it Psychological Tactics, and you call the newsletter Psychotactics, so why don’t you name your company Psychotactics? I thought that was a good idea, and so, we named it Psychotactics, and that is how Psychotactics came about. It wasn’t like Million Bucks was totally hopeless. We had millionbucks.co.nz. If you know what a frame-base site was, it was a frame-base site, that means Google couldn’t index it, and yet, we had 1000 subscribers to that website. Now, if you go back to archive.org and search for millionbucks.co.nz and go back in time like the year 2000 or 2001, you will find this terrible-looking site with very small fonts, probably 5 or 6-point. Then, right at the bottom, you had to read all the stuff and then get right to the bottom, and it said, “Subscribe Here.” You literally had to read every word before you subscribe. Today, I sound very confident, but at that point in time, I wasn’t feeling confident at all. I always felt like a fraud. I always felt like someone was going to tap me on the shoulder. Even when opportunity was thrown in our face, we were reluctant. At one point in time, a guy called Joe Vitale, he decided that he was going to promote our book, the Brain Audit, which was just a PDF. It was just 16 or 20 pages. We didn’t have any credit card facility. New Zealand was way back then anyway. It was like you couldn’t get any facility and we’d been looking for three months, and doing the research and spinning, and spinning, and spinning, which is what a lot of people do, and that’s what we did anyway. He gave us a week, and in that week, we had to figure out something and we found ClickBank. Sure they charged over 7.5%, but it was wonderful for us. It was fabulous that we could actually take a credit card. We got back to Joe and said, “We are ready.” He said, “Oh, this week, I’m busy.” Then, the next week, he was busy. The next month, he was busy. Several months passed, but in those months, someone found our website and they started buying the Brain Audit, and that’s how we started selling copies of the Brain Audit online. We didn’t change that 20-page book for ages, for probably over a year, and we sold about $50,000 worth of that book before we even made a single change. By this point, we started speaking at events and getting more confident about selling the book at the events. People will buy the book just on the enthusiasm. Back in 2002, the whole concept of any book was like weird. Some people didn’t even have an email address back then. They would ask for the book on a CD. We kept pushing and we kept going to events, and we kept contacting people on the internet, and we still do that today. After all these years, we’re still doing exactly what we did back then. When I started out, I always believed that things would get less busy, and yes, they do get less busy if your goals are very limited and you want to earn just as much as you did before. We earn a lot more than we did before, but now, the money has become less a focus. Now, just writing books that nobody else is writing, doing them in a way that nobody else is doing them, all of that takes a lot of time and effort, and that’s why I wake up at 4am everyday. In fact, as I’m doing this recording, it’s now 5:52am, and I enjoy every moment of it. Auckland is half-city and half-country. It’s an amazing place, and New Zealand, no matter how much you read about it or look at it in the pictures or in the movies, it is absolutely astounding, and you should visit. I hope you’ve enjoyed this little, mini episode on the Psychotactics history. If you’d want more of this, how we started up our workshops, how we started up our courses, the kind of trouble that we went to, and these personal history stories as it were, write to me and let me know so that I can give you some more stuff. If you haven’t already subscribed to this Three-month Vacation Podcast, then make sure to go to iTunes and hit the “Subscribe” button. Every subscribe really helps the rating of this podcast. If you’ve already done that, then, make sure that you tell your friends about it. Two or three friends that you tell today make a big difference to this podcast. That’s me, Sean D’Souza, saying bye for now. Bye-bye and do write in.  You can also listen to or read this Episode: #49:How To Get Better, Higher-Paying Clients With Testimonials