Podcasts about positivity effect

In this episode Erin shares profound manifestation practices to ensure that 2025 is the year you call in all your deepest desires and dreams. She offers guidance on Neville Goddard's congratulations/telephone method, whisper method and shares her shower timeline hopping practices and how to work with "I am" statements. Erin also shares some research behind the law of attraction and manifestation and the Positivity Effect from Dr. Dan tomasulo. We then move into the holy grail of all practices, snapshot manifestation, quantum leap, embodiment, soul time and the law of massive aligned action. Erin Rachel Doppelt is a spiritual psychology and meditation teacher with her master's in psychology in education with a spirituality mind body focus from Columbia University Teachers College. She is the author of Nothing Can Stop You: A Revolutionary Guide to Unleash Your Authentic Self. She spent her twenties living in Israel, India, and across Asia and Europe, studying with diverse gurus and yogic educators. Erin is the CEO and founder of the international brand Spiritual Intelligence, which hosts certification trainings and business and spiritual courses to support those looking to live their most unedited, nourished, and soul-authentic life. Erin is the creator of UpLevel Meditation, an active meditation framework supporting those in healing anxiety, depression, and ADD/ADHD and shifting negative thoughts toward the light. She is also the founder of the Align Coaching Certification, where you become a certified meditation teacher and spiritual psychology coach. Erin's frameworks have been featured by SXSW, NBC, Google, Healthline, and Nike. She is also the host of The Wise Woman Podcast, your place to get insights on Erin's life, exciting guests, and spirituality and psychology tools to deepen your connection to Self and your most nourished life. She is from Chicago and enjoys traveling the world with her husband, Jon, reading in cafés, drinking strong coffee, and eating ethnic food. You can connect with her on Instagram and TikTok @erinrdoppelt or on her website, erinracheldoppelt.com. Buy the book here. Join Erin for a life expanding 5 day retreat in breathtaking Tuscany + online group coaching program to transform into your most joyful, fulfilled and authentic Self. Mention that you listened to this episode for $500 off. All details here. Get your copy of Erin's book, Nothing Can Stop You: Unleash Your Authentic Self https://www.erinracheldoppelt.com/NothingCanStopYou – Follow Erin on Instagram @erinrdoppelt– Erin's book tour, certification program, and more at https://www.erinracheldoppelt.com/

Today we speak to Dan Tomasulo, the academic director of The Spirituality Mind Body Institute at Columbia University's Teachers College. But that's only one of his many talents. Dan is the author of the bestselling books Learned Hopefulness: The Power of Positivity to Overcome Depression and The Positivity Effect, among others. He's got a PhD in psychology, an MFA in writing, and a Master of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. When he's not running schools or writing books, he edits scholarly journals about psychology. He's also pretty damn funny, but you can judge the quality of his jokes yourself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you in a daily battle with anxiety or depression? My guest today is Dr. Dan Tomasulo. He says that although anxiety disrupts the lives of millions of people, there is hope. He'll share some tools to access the emotional skills that can help you shift your well-being into a more positive direction. Dr. Tomasulo calls this the Positivity Effect. --------------- Dr. Dan Tomasulo is the Academic Director and core faculty at the Spirituality Mind Body Institute (SMBI), Teachers College, Columbia University; and is on the teaching staff at the University of Pennsylvania. He holds a Ph.D. in psychology, an MFA in writing, and a Master of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. He is a Review Editor for Frontiers in Psychology, special section on Positive Psychology, and has been honored by Teachers College, Columbia University, with their 2021 Teaching Award. Sharecare honors Dr. Tomasulo as a top-ten online influencer on the issue of depression. His new book, The Positivity Effect, was recently the #1 new release on Amazon for anxiety. Learn more at dantomasulo.com and find resources by texting HOPE to 55444.

In this episode, we talk about momentum for your business and your life brought upon by positivity.

From being a “typical rebellious and average” teen to building up the life and career he dreamed of, Vincent takes us on a deep introspective journey. You will find yourself inspired and challenged during this podcast. Through his journey, there came a moment where Vincent realized there was something more to even what his earliest dreams had imagined. Vincent shares his story of pain and failure that led him towards the path to develop time money and location freedom. The beautiful thing? You can develop these skills in life as well if you’re open to it.   CLICK HERE for a free audio copy of Vincent's best selling book, Total Life Freedom.   Official Sponsor Of The Positivity Effect: Dapper Effects Positivity Effect Listeners Enjoy a 10% Discount On All Products By Putting In The Promo Code "Positivity" at check-out!   We love hearing from you and how the Positivity Effect has helped you in your life. If this episode brought you value, please share it with a friend. We are open to suggestions for topics! CLICK HERE to leave me us a message.    Another " Weekend Reset"episode of The Positivity Effect goes tomorrow on Sunday - Stay Tuned !!!

This has been a difficult year. From COVID-19 to the shutdowns to the social and political division, it can seem so overwhelming at times. Dr. Tom shares a few thoughts this week on what he's doing to recalibrate and refocus his mind and energy so that he can show up in the best way for himself and those around him.   Official Sponsor Of The Positivity Effect: Dapper Effects Positivity Effect Listeners Enjoy a 10% Discount On All Products By Putting In The Promo Code "Positivity" at check-out!   We love hearing from you and how the Positivity Effect has helped you in your life. If this episode brought you value, please share it with a friend. We are open to suggestions for topics! CLICK HERE to leave me us a message.    Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live on Thursday - Stay Tuned !!!

Looking for love during these challenging times? With COVID-19, Lockdowns and divided political views, it can feel like more difficult than ever to build new relationships. Dr. Tom and the crew discuss some of the hot button topics around relationships through a few different generational lenses. Don’t worry! There is a light at the end of the tunnel. Has the ground game changed completely? Are we living in a relationship matrix? Tune in to reflect on some of these topics as the team works through these issues to find solutions to these phenomenon we all have been affected by.   Official Sponsor Of The Positivity Effect: Dapper Effects Positivity Effect Listeners Enjoy a 10% Discount On All Products By Putting In The Promo Code "Positivity" at check-out!   We love hearing from you and how the Positivity Effect has helped you in your life. If this episode brought you value, please share it with a friend. We are open to suggestions for topics! CLICK HERE to leave me us a message.    Another " Weekend Reset"episode of The Positivity Effect goes live on Sunday - Stay Tuned !!!

Starting something new, improving something, getting after that goal, it can certainly feel difficult at times. Especially when we feel like we are so far from the finish line. However, the journey should always be better than the end goal. How do we do that? Through the power of intention. Listen in for a quick reflection from Dr. Tom about intention and why it's so important if we are working on improving lives. Official Sponsor Of The Positivity Effect: Dapper EffectsPositivity Effect Listeners Enjoy a 10% Discount On All Products By Putting In The Promo Code "Positivity" at check-out! We love hearing from you and how the Positivity Effect has helped you in your life. If this episode brought you value, please share it with a friend. We are open to suggestions for topics! CLICK HERE to leave me us a message.  Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live next Thursday - Stay Tuned !!!

Popping Your Bubble With Paul Kim Paul Kim of Operation Dichotomy joins Dr. Tom on the podcast to talk about life, faith, growing up as an Asian American, entrepreneurship, the concept of a dichotomy, what it means to “pop your bubble” and how important it is to deepen our ability to listen to others if we we want to move into a more loving understanding and harmonious society. Paul's mission is to bridge the gap between "you" and "me" by embracing a culture of LISTENING. CLICK HERE to learn more about Operation Dichotomy “With faith, there is going to be an absolute truth.”“The relationship you have with a person sets the context for what they are about to say”- Paul Kim We love hearing from you and how the Positivity Effect has helped you in your life. If this episode brought you value, please share it with a friend. We are open to suggestions for topics! CLICK HERE to leave us a message. - Dr. Tom Another "Weekend Reset" launches Sunday - Stay Tuned !!!

Organizing our stuff can seem overwhelming at times. We have all been in that place where things just seem to keep piling up. However, when gaining control of our "physical mess" it can have overwhelming positive outcomes. Feeling focused, ready to tackle your day, feeling aligned with your self....Who would have thought that organization can be so powerful. Dr. Tom shares one of his personal organization hacks he turns to when needing to get out of a rut. We love hearing from you and how the Positivity Effect has helped you in your life. If this episode brought you value, please share it with a friend. We are open to suggestions for topics! CLICK HERE to leave me us a message.  Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live next Thursday - Stay Tuned !!!

Cassandra Mendoza - Ztylez Studio - Part II Cassandra Mendoza (Kazz), owner and operator of Ztylez Studio barbershop in Woodside, NY is back again on the Positivity Effect to share her Good Vibez. Although it's been a difficult year, Kazz shares a great outlook on life with us on always pushing forward. We learn a little more today behind her awesome barbershop and we dive a little deeper into what makes a great barbershop and why our hair stylists are a very important part of all of our lives. In this episode you'll hear about: Balancing your energyWhy we all love our barbers and hair stylistsThe origin behind “Good Vibez Only”Working intentionally on your “energy-environment”How to connect with someone you don’t vibe withThe lost art of real “human connection”Fallout from remote learning and why in-person learning is so crucialShould we be questioning COVID-19 restrictions?Thoughts on processing where life/society is at the momentThe power of listeningWhat really makes a great barbershop (or any business for that matter)Why we love the TikTok phenomenon Nathan Apodaca AKA Dogg Face And so much more! :)  CLICK HERE to learn more about Kazz and Ztylez Studio “I guess that's the cool human part, where we were all kind of in the same boat.”“I like connecting people. Everybody’s a puzzle that belongs somewhere”- Cassandra "Kazz" Mendoza We love hearing from you and how the Positivity Effect has helped you in your life. If this episode brought you value, please share it with a friend. We are open to suggestions for topics! CLICK HERE to leave us a message. - Dr. Tom Another "Weekend Reset" launches tomorrow - Stay Tuned !!!

None of us are immune to tragedy. Unfortunately it is a part of life. Many times it can be hard to find meaning in the tragedies of our lives. In this week's Weekend Reset, Dr. Tom shares his perspective on a fresh tragedy in his own life and how he has reflected these last few days on what it means to generate happiness. Dr. Tom references Andy Frisella's Real AF episode #78 "The Equation Of Happiness". Andy has been a mentor of Dr. Tom for a few years now and we encourage you to follow Andy. Listen in to Dr. Tom's perspective on Andy's equation to happiness and how he has been applying it in his own life in the last few days.    We love hearing from you and how the Positivity Effect has helped you in your life. If this episode brought you value, please share it with a friend. We are open to suggestions for topics! CLICK HERE to leave me us a message.    Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live next Thursday - Stay Tuned !!!

Evolving Through The Ebb & Flow Of Life With Jessica Dennehy   This week on the podcast, the crew is joined by Jessica Dennehy. A beautiful soul who has made her mark on Long Island through her entrepreneurial endeavors who is now impacting the greater world through the positive content and messaging that she shares. We had a great discussion about her life and there was this over arching theme of evolution in life, business, relationships and how our perception of it all matters greatly.    In this episode Dr. Tom and Mr. Mike AKA Audio Velvet chat about:   Why positivity takes work Raising awareness to the energy you’re attracting and emitting Not holding on too tightly to wins Tips to fall deeply in love with your journey Why those who succeed at the highest level experience some of the “deepest” lows Jessica’s evolution of self and how she poured her energy into self development How the quarantine can allow for deep introspection if you allow it to Insight into the amazing Madmen Barbershop brand and how Jessica and her ex-husband Ed have been able to continue working together in a positive and encouraging manner  Remaining open for possibility and opportunity Why our personal relationships sometimes ebb and flow The inception and evolution of Madmen Barbershop How they pushed through the pandemic shutdown Analyzing the perception of our routines The catch-22 with “big business”   And so much more! :)    “You’re never going to have a perfect time. The perfect time is whenever you have an opportunity presents itself”   “Are you in a rut or are you on a roll”   - Jessica Dennehy   CLICK HERE to check out Jessica's FREE 7-Week Yoga Course   Jessica's Instagram Handle: @Jessica_Dennehy_   We love hearing from you and how the Positivity Effect has helped you in your life. If this episode brought you value, please share it with a friend. We are open to suggestions for topics! CLICK HERE to leave me us a message.    Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live next Thursday - Stay Tuned !!!

Managing Your Energy, Social Media And Conscious Living   Dr. Tom and Audio Velvet are back this week discussing various topics and issues facing all of us today as well as some solutions to work continue to work through this difficult year.   In this episode Dr. Tom and Mr. Mike AKA Audio Velvet chat about:   The power of always supporting local business (especially right now) Taking an inventory of your inventory Managing how you distribute your personal energy Why the phrase “work smarter, not harder” has been grossly misused in society The difference of thinking you want success and truly wanting it in your life Jim Rohn’s power statement: “You are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with” “Limited time” vs. “limited energy…are they the same thing? Defining what you want in life and confronting negative energy How are different generations processing the changes that occurred from the pandemic The incredible power in changing your physical state Using social media as a tool to maintain a positive lifestyle An alarming trend happening on social media Should large corporations be held to a higher standard? Why it’s not effective to argue with others on social media Being prepared for the things you can’t be prepared for   And so much more! :)    CLICK HERE to learn more about our brand Dapper Effects   We love hearing from you and how the Positivity Effect has helped you in your life. If this episode brought you value, please share it with a friend. We are open to suggestions for topics! CLICK HERE to leave me us a message.    Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live next Thursday - Stay Tuned !!!

In episode 21, Erin Bury shares how she brings optimism to her leadership and how we can balance positivity with the challenges that come with business. Erin Bury is the Co-Founder and CEO of Willful, a Toronto based startup building the online estate planning platform for today's generation. Prior to founding Willful in 2019, Erin held senior roles at BetaKit and wrote for publications such as The Globe and Mail and Business Insider. She also led her own creative marketing agency, Eighty Eight, where she worked with clients such as Lyft, Telus, and Sony Pictures Television. Erin recognizes that empathy, awareness and connection are key aspects of being a leader, no matter what kind of business you are leading, be it service based or product based. Listen to this episode to remember just how important our actions are as leaders and how they directly impact our teams and our culture at work.

Cassandra Mendoza - Ztylez Studio - Part I   Dr. Tom is joined today by Cassandra Mendoza (Kazz), owner and operator of Ztylez Studio barbershop in Woodside, NY. Listen in on this two-part interview and vibe with Dr. Tom while we learn what it takes to run a barbershop and how, in our opinion, important our beauticians are for all of us. Kazz will leave you with a peaceful centered energy while you experience what it's like first hand to have a conversation with her inside of Ztylez Studio.    In this episode Dr. Tom and Kazz talk about:   Talking entrepreneurship amidst a pandemic Positive vibes always How important our barbers and beauticians are How Kazz fell into the path of being a barber The power of holding yourself accountable to other people’s energy How barbering is a true art The difference between barbering and cosmetology How Kazz thrived during the COVID-19 shutdown BarberCon!   And so much more! :)    CLICK HERE to learn more about Kazz and Ztylez Studio   “I feel like hair is not even my industry, it’s my life” “A grey beard is like a fine wine!” - Cassandra "Kazz" Mendoza   I love hearing from you and how the Positivity Effect has helped you in your life. If this episode brought you value, please share it with a friend. I am open to suggestions for topics! CLICK HERE to leave me a message. - Dr. Tom   Part II with Kazz goes live next week - Stay Tuned !!!

The Dapper Effect   Dr. Tom is back and he has a special announcement. There are some new exciting things coming for The Positivity Effect Podcast and its coming back full steam ahead! The positivity effect team wishes you health and wellness. This has been a difficult time for all of us. We appreciate all of you being here and joining us on the podcast!   In this episode Dr. Tom talks (and a new special guest!) about: Special announcement! What is Dapper Effects? The synergy between The Positivity Effect & Dapper Effects Putting on the "suit" of positivity The importance of finding your tribe The origin of Dapper Effects What does it mean to be a man today? What should it mean How has the pandemic affected us?    And so much more! :)    CLICK HERE to learn more about Dapper Effects   “I don't think we as humans fully realize really the impact of what has happened to us this year and what it's going to mean down the year...even generationally...there's going to be a ripple effect” - Dr. Tom   I love hearing from you and how the Positivity Effect has helped you in your life. If this episode brought you value, please share it with a friend. I am open to suggestions for topics! CLICK HERE to leave me a message. - Dr. Tom   Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live next week - Stay Tuned !!!

Link to bioRxiv paper: http://biorxiv.org/cgi/content/short/2020.07.15.205096v1?rss=1 Authors: Petro, N. M., Basyouni, R., Neta, M. Abstract: Older compared to younger adults show greater amygdala activity to positive emotions, and are more likely to interpret emotionally ambiguous stimuli (e.g., surprised faces) as positive. While some evidence suggests this positivity effect results from a relatively slow, top-down mechanism, others suggest it emerges from early, bottom-up processing. The amygdala is a key node in rapid, bottom-up processing and patterns of amygdala activity over time (e.g., habituation) can shed light on the mechanisms underlying the positivity effect. Younger and older adults passively viewed neutral and surprised faces in an MRI. Only in older adults, we found that amygdala habituation was associated with the tendency to interpret surprised faces as positive or negative (valence bias), where a more positive bias was associated with greater habituation. Interestingly, although a positive bias in younger adults was associated with slower reaction times, consistent with an initial negativity hypothesis in younger adults, older adults showed faster ratings of positivity. Together, we propose that there may be a switch to a primacy of positivity in aging. Copy rights belong to original authors. Visit the link for more info

Transform Your Mind   Dr. Tom is joined today Catherine Plano, a passionate thought leader who is known in her community "as an innovative leader and creative entrepreneur who specializes in helping people reach their dreams and goals". They take a deep dive into Catherine's background and why she has made it her mission to help people not just survive but truly thrive. Catherine has been very successful over the years helping many people. You will enjoy listening to her TedX talk "Obstacles Show You The Way" where she talks about how transforming your life is "getting rid of what's in the way" so that you can thrive.   In this episode Dr. Tom & Catherine chat about:  How we all have something to share with the world Catherine’s Journey To Through Transformation Through Curiosity Why Catherine has an early morning ritual What is Fear? False Evidence Appearing Real Where do the patterns in our lives originate from And so much more! :)    CLICK HERE to learn more about Catherine Plano and check her out on Instagram @CatherinePlano   “Are you in your center?” “We can control how we react and respond to every event”   - Catherine Plano   I love hearing from you and how the Positivity Effect has helped you in your life. If this episode brought you value, please share it with a friend. I am open to suggestions for topics! CLICK HERE to leave me a message. - Dr. Tom   Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live next week - Stay Tuned !!!

Father's Day Reflections   Every Weekend Dr. Tom will share a short episode to:   Recap on the last weekly episode Share some good news! We all need good news, right? Get you centered on gratitude Preview the next week's big episode   Today's Weekend Reset:   Recap on the conversation with Garrain Jones and his reflections on the current racism awareness CLICK HERE for great dad jokes! Dr. Tom shares his gratitude for the great dads out there Philip Sessions joins us on Tuesday to talk about healthy eating habits   Stay Tuned For The Next Episode of The Positivity Effect on Tuesday!

Raising Our Voice For Change, Joining In Unity And Seeing The True Beauty In Color   Dr. Tom is joined today by Garrain Jones who joined us on the Positivity Effect for the first time in 2019. CLICK HERE to listen to that empowering conversation. Garrain is back today to talk about his book, how it was released during a very trying and needing time in the world, his thoughts on the recent spotlight that has been put on racism in the United States and how he believes we can channel our energy towards greater unity and true love amongst us all.     In this episode Dr. Tom & Garrain chat about:   Recap on how Garrain went from the darkest spot to a place of true radiance His book, “Change Your Mindset Change Your Life” A new perspective on the book Becoming free to express who you truly are Garrain’s powerful perspective on racism in light of the recent events with George Floyd How he has continued to redirect pain and anger into positivity and light for others A beautiful story of how Garrain’s wife recognized her white privilege and how she’s channeling it to raise awareness for true love and unity Why George Floyd’s "record" doesn’t matter and how he was unknowingly made into a martyr Why ever single human can play a part in this story and have a purpose in uniting our fellow human beings no matter what race The importance of getting to the root of the problem around racism Being a part of history right NOW The beauty in color and variety   CLICK HERE to learn more about Garrain  CLICK HERE for Garrain's book and check him out on Instagram @Garrain.Jones   “You can’t be what you can’t see”  “True love has no boundaries” “People listen to people they can relate to” - Garrain Jones     I love hearing from you and how the Positivity Effect has helped you in your life. If this episode brought you value, please share it with a friend. I am open to suggestions for topics! CLICK HERE to leave me a message. - Dr. Tom   Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live next week - Stay Tuned !!!

Join Dr. Tom on the 1st ever Positivity Effect Weekend Reset! Every Saturday Dr. Tom will share a short episode to: Recap on the last weekly episode Share some good news! We all need good news, right? Get you centered on gratitude Preview the next week's big episode Todays Weekend Reset: Recap on the conversation with Dr. Elyse Tursi and the power of choice How Altruism Heals! A study by Harvard University Dr. Tom shares his gratitude for YOU, the listener. Garrain Jones is back on Monday for a new powerful episode sharing his thoughts and reflections on the current civil unrest that was sparked by the death of George Floyd   Stay Tuned For The Next Episode of The Positivity Effect on Monday!

Tackling 2020 fears, growth mindset pivots and strategies on how to consciously live with vibrance    Dr. Tom is joined on today's podcast by a good friend Dr. Elyse Tursi. As a rising expert in the field of holistic and functional medicine, Dr. Tursi has made it her mission to help people understand how to heal themselves naturally and from within by approaching the body as a whole complete puzzle. Through her own trials, tribulations and sweat equity has gathered strategies over the years that have led her down the path of true health and wellness. If you have the pleasure of meeting Dr. Tursi, you know that she vibrates at a different frequency so to speak and you truly get the vibe that you amongst someone who takes health and wellness seriously when you are in her presence. So many times you meet someone who is a coach in some discipline but they aren't living up to what they preach. Thankfully, Dr. Tursi is the real deal. She is an individual who truly lives by what she preaches and I for one really appreciate that. I highly recommend listening to this episode a few times as Dr. Tursi drops so many nuggets that will aid you in your own personal journey towards vibrant health and wellness.    In this episode Dr. Tom & Dr. Tursi chat about: A young man who developed a "good news only" newspaper for his local town Why it's more important than ever to dig in and spread positive energy How we can all set a positive example The true power of choice Why Dr. Tursi chose a path to help people holistically The power benefits of compounding habits The “airplane analogy” and how it applies to our wellness Why we need to live what we preach Healthy ways to approach to the current fears we may be experiencing (especially right now) What is the number one question have been asking Dr. Tursi in the last three months Adrenal fatigue…what is it? How do you get checked for it? Okay..so you have adrenal fatigue..where do you start? Cognitive Dissonance?! What is that!? How to implement positive changes amidst these uncertain times How “avoiding infection” is not the whole answer and why honing in on your wellness is The Man In The Mirror Poem How these difficult times can be viewed as a gift Healthy alternative/swaps for our favorite “traditional” foods and snacks The one thing you need to do now that will help you improve every aspect of your life The importance of maintaining trust with yourself and starting small   CLICK HERE to learn more about Dr. Tursi and how she can help you CLICK HERE for Dr. Tursi's Youtube channel and check her out on Instagram @dr.elysetursi   “Fear lowers your immune system by 75% percent” - Dr. Tursi   I love hearing from you and how the Positivity Effect has helped you in your life. If this episode brought you value, please share it with a friend. I am open to suggestions for topics! CLICK HERE to leave me a message. - Dr. Tom   Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live next week - Stay Tuned !!!

Dr. Thomas Recher helps individuals with hearing impairment sharpen their ability to communicate and in some instances reconnect to the world of sound. Right before he began college, Dr. Tom's brother sat him down and said, "To live a fulfilled life, find a career in life that you would love waking up to every morning - where it doesn't feel like work" Nine years later, Dr. Tom successfully obtained his doctorate and opened a private practice in audiology right out of school. The road was bumpy, but with the assistance of great mentors and the power of positivity, he celebrated the office's one year anniversary this past September. Now he's also the host of a podcast called The Positivity Effect. He quickly realized the importance of mentors in his life and now he wants to pay it forward. Dr. Tom is inviting everyone to join him in creating a ripple effect of positivity in the world. Dr. Thomas Recher Vroom Veer Stories Started out in accounting for his under-graduate degree...then walked out of a class and had to change his major Changed his Major to Speech and Language Pathology, which was better...but not quite right Finally found the world of audiology, helping people with hearing impairments Teamed up with this friend, who happened to be a Chiropractor who ran his own business for 10+ years Launched his own business right out of college and has been working at for a year now Launches his on podcast "The Positivity Effect" on 23 Nov to spread the word on the benefits of a positive mindset We talk about how important mentors are in his life and how even mentors you never meet can change your life. Dr. Thomas Recher Links http://positivityeffect.com/

Kristi Coughlin, MS, RDN, is a former private practice dietitian based in Central Oregon. Through her ten year career as a dietitian, she has worked a variety of jobs, including clinical, school nutrition, and teaching nutrition at two community colleges. While she believed any of these positions would turn out to be her dream career, that was not the case. Though working in these positions severed as a great opportunity to gain experience in the industry, Kristi realized they did not fill her soul or bring out her passion for life. Instead, Kristi recently took a massive leap of faith and closed her practice to pursue her dreams. You know the type of dream where you think, “I’d be crazy to do that.” Yea, that type of dream! To make it happen, Kristi has embraced her burning desire to inspire others. She now makes and sells products online in her shop @effectpositivity - which means to bring about happy. The best part about Kristi’s new product business, it was born as a result of her experiences working as a dietitian. Former clients inspired the sayings on her products! Her most popular sayings include, You Are Enough, Choose Happy, and Keep Going. In her spare time, Kristi can be found by the lake with her husband and kids, camping in the great outdoors, watching her daughters play volleyball, or drinking coffee and eating tacos (with black beans & sweet potatoes!) with her friends. In this episode, Kristi and I discuss: food is food. period. and food is NOT meant to be overcomplicated or unenjoyable how trying to achieve a "perfect" eating pattern can set you up for failure (Kristi share with us a great story about her up against a pan of brownies. *hint* the brownies won this round) the overwhelm of food choices and how confusing messaging about pursuing what is quote unquote "healthiest" or "best" can leave us making choices that go against common sense (*ahem* choosing soda > milk) why Kristi thinks everything #needsmoreblackbeans Have comments, questions, or feedback you want to share? Reach out on Instagram or Facebook @cravenutritionrd, or send an email to Lindsey at cravenutritionrd@gmail.com! Connect with Kristi here! Shop Etsy: Effect Positivity (https://www.etsy.com/shop/effectpositivity) Shopify: Effect Positivity (https://effectpositivity.myshopify.com) Instagram: @effectpositivity (https://www.instagram.com/effectpositivity/) Facebook: @effectpositivity (https://www.facebook.com/pg/effectpositivity)

A moment of awakening, a massive mindset shift This podcast is all about getting your mind right so that you can make a positive impact on your immediate world and ultimately the greater world around you. Today we're joined by Garrain Jones. A man who truly walks his walk and does what he speaks. Not coming from a positive upbringing and "not seeing the frame while you're in it" Garrain's life eventually led him to be homeless, in massive debt, relationships in shambles, with no direction of where to go. It wasn't until he bottomed out and was able to truly listen and observe life around him did he have his massive awakening moment. It wasn't until a little conversation that changed everything and taught him the perspective, "change your mindset, change our life"  Almost 7 years later, Garrain is now a transformational coach, serial entrepreneur and world-renowned speaker getting paid to do what he loves. He advocates for people all around the world on how to be the best version of themselves so that they can lead their lives with healthy habits, relationships and ultimately the proper mindset. He has a book coming out soon entitled, "Change your mindset, change your life"   Today we chat about: How to truly live and not just exist How he went from homeless to successful entrepreneur/transformational coach - his “moment of awakening” Why it’s OK if you didn’t grow up in an environment of positivity The power of focusing on what you want with emotion How the phrase “change your mindset, change your life” if used properly, can help you build everything you’ve ever wanted out of life Why we all have “awakening moments” and how to pay attention to them Why most of us don’t realize we ourselves are the root cause of our problems Garrain’s perspective on how he changed his mindset around unhealthy habits A moment of gratitude with Garrain   CLICK HERE to get updates from Garrain on his book release and check him out on Instagram @Garrain.Jones   Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live next week - Stay Tuned !!!

Life expectancy increased more in the 20th century than in the entire prior history of humanity combined. With many more of us now getting the opportunity to live into old age, what do we have to look forward to? Do our social and emotional lives degrade in step with our physical bodies as we age, or do we in fact get much happier as we get older? How does the sense of ‘time-left’ impact our wisdom, behaviour and priorities? Laura Carstensen joins Igor and Charles to discuss individual and societal aspects of human aging. We focus on the implications and opportunities of recent extraordinary gains in life expectancy, the socio-emotional selectivity theory, the positivity effect, the thorny issue of increasing retirement age, and the surprising role of time-horizons in how we choose to spend our time. Igor alerts us to the cultural differences and the positive impact old people have on a work team’s productivity, Laura reassures us that no-one ever wants to repeat their twenties, and Charles learns of the dangers of young people trying to think like old people as a route to happiness. Welcome to Episode 12. Special Guest: Laura Carstensen.

Be a leader, not a judge This podcast is all about getting your mind right so that you can make a positive impact on your immediate world and ultimately the greater world around you. However, sometimes it can be really difficult to be that positive light for others when we aren't speaking to ourselves the right way.   Check out Dr. Tom's company: Dapper Effects   When you are making strides in your own self-improvement, if you want to enact change in others and be a positive light within your family, with your friends, within your community, it's important to not cast judgment on others for lifestyle choices that aren't aligning with your current lifestyle. Be the leader, not a judge.   Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live next week - Stay Tuned !!!

Conquering Fear This podcast is all about getting your mind right so that you can make a positive impact on your immediate world and ultimately the greater world around you. However, sometimes it can be really difficult to be that positive light for others when we aren't speaking to ourselves the right way.   Check out Dr. Tom's company: Dapper Effects *Listen to the Podcast for an exclusive offer*   Have you ever been excited about something and then let the fear of facing that excitement drive all your drive and motivation away? Have you ever felt like you had momentum with something and then suddenly you didn't? On today's episode, Dr. Tom has a raw conversation with you about something he struggled with recently and what he has found to work on getting out of that funk.    Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live next week - Stay Tuned !!!

How To Thrive With Thryve This podcast is all about getting your mind right so that you can make a positive impact on your immediate world and ultimately the greater world around you. However, sometimes it can be really difficult to be that positive light for others when we aren't feeling well physically.   Have you ever wondered why sometimes even when you're eating healthy, drinking lots of water, exercising, getting enough sleep and taking care of your mental game that you still may not be feeling well? Some of the latest medical research has been revealing how important our digestive track truly is when it comes to overall health and wellness. It turns out that our gut can tell us quite a bit of information about our health. Probiotics have been very popular in the last few years. However, with so many options available, are we really ever sure if the probiotic we buy is really helping us? How can we know if the healthy bacteria in our gut is improving? Listen in today where we are joined by the CEO and founder of THRYVE INSIDE, a probiotic company that offers a personalized gut health program where the probiotic you receive is tailored specifically for you. How is this possible you ask? Well... you will just have to listen to my conversation with Richard Lin to find out :)   Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live next week - Stay Tuned !!!

Be True To Thy Self Silence. Hard Work. Be Your Self. Have you taken time to be silent lately to reflect? Do you know what it means to truly be yourself? Join Dr. Tom here on his return to the Positivity Effect where he shares an anecdote about how his life has been the last few years. Being a positive spirit and creating a ripple effect of positivity throughout this world is something we should all strive for. Dr. Tom also challenges the listeners to look deep within to contemplate a powerful question. Are you living your life on a day to day basis the way you believe you should or living it the way others believe you should live?   Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live in two weeks - Stay Tuned !!!

Courage Of Unsung Heroes Rich Rotanz. Emergency Manager, Safety, and Fire Science Professional with forty years of experience in public policy, safety and mitigation, emergency management, fire protection, rescue tactics, hazardous materials incidents and planning/research for all natural, civil, and technological hazards including acts of terrorism.   CLICK HERE to contact Rich    On today’s (Part II - repeat of episode 124) episode we discuss: Lessons from Rich’s experience of 9/11 The importance of being aware of your surroundings Stories of unsung heroes Why focus is so important amidst tragedy The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and why it was so crucial to rescue efforts Moments of beauty amidst disaster Incredible accounts of individuals stepping up to help out The resiliency of the various rescue teams and volunteers Applying lessons from major tragedies like 9/11 to your everyday life Rich’s definition of courage And so much more… Rich's Impact: Want's to be remembered for being a dad and a husband   Rich's nugget of wisdom “Courage takes on all forms”   Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live in two weeks - Stay Tuned !!!

Expression Through Creativity Ryan Hunter is a Long Island, NY native musician who is the lead singer for Envy On The Coast. He is also the singer/songwriter for his solo project, 1st Vows. I am a fan of Ryan's work and I'm humbled to bring him on as a Positivity Effect guest. He's an overall great guy and his contributions to the world of music speak for themselves.     CLICK HERE for Ryan's band, Envy On The Coast CLICK HERE for Ryan's solo project, 1st Vows CLICK HERE for Ryan's Instagram On today’s episode we discuss: How/why Ryan gravitated towards music Reminiscing on early musical influences When Ryan realized music was the only path Reflections on Ryan’s musical journey and his thoughts on hard work Ryan on being open/organic to one’s journey and process through life Why we all need to be aware of how we treat people and the importance of always doing the right thing Sharing thoughts of gratitude on his musical support system How Ryan approaches the use of a “microphone” in 2017 Delving into the mind of a musician and the creative process The importance of showing up consistently The stepping stones of life’s validation Working out the patience/persistence/listening muscles A tough phase in his life and how he used music to push through How Ryan became the lead singer of Envy on the Coast Trials/Tribulations as a vocalist   And so much more… Ryan's nuggets of wisdom   “I remember realizing I was a sponge for it”   “whatever you see your self-doing, you can use that as drive to succeed, but understand that is just a stepping stone”   “like Bruce Lee says, Be Like Water”   “we’ve tried to put our money where our mouth is and affect change via action rather than preaching because preaching has become so easy for everybody and the use of that microphone has become often empty as far as what you see and what you hear”   “When I sit down to write something, it’s a very personal process, I don’t like having an agenda…ultimately I don’t want to be thinking at all when I’m making things”   “So much of what I’ve learned is just via listening and feeling, being that sponge”   Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live in two weeks - Stay Tuned !!!

The Decision Makeover Mike Whitaker is a featured speaker and business development specialist. He is the founder of Idea Gateway and serves as a founder and board member for RevTech, a Dallas-based technology accelerator. In addition, Mike is launching three new platforms: The Idea Filter™, WisePath® and The Institute for Self Reliance to further assist personal goal achievement and income certainty in an uncertain economy. Mike has also served as Chairman & CEO for several companies and has launched a dozen other businesses in the areas of software development, manufacturing and professional services. He received his B.S. in Cognitive Psychology from the University of Kansas and his MBA from the Price College of Business at the University of Oklahoma. CLICK HERE for Mike's website CLICK HERE for Mike's book, "The Decision Makeover" On today’s episode we discuss: Why we all need a decision makeover How can we be happy and successful Overcoming the “this isn’t where I thought I’d be” thoughts The power of a “reset” Goals in life and the power of setting prime goals Fulfilling the “deposits” of life How successful people analyze decisions Fail fast & fix fast Perspective on our success path: freedom Applying Mike’s system of success How to become a “Decisionator” And so much more… Mike's Impact: Wants people to feel for a long time his tough love, the fierce loyalty he holds for what they want to achieve in life. Mike's nuggets of wisdom “We get what we decide” “Define your own success” “Decisions make life easier when you make them right” Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live next Tuesday - Stay Tuned !!!

The Tree Metaphor Stephen TrueLove utilizes coaching techniques that include a range of therapies and holistic practices. He has helped his clients overcome a variety of issues for over fifteen years; from bereavement to self-confidence, depression & anxiety to smoking cessation or weight loss, and much more.  Each client is looked at on a deep individual level where he helps them identify the issue and help them move past their limiting beliefs by creating the right mindset that allows them to be the person they were meant to be. CLICK HERE for Stephen's website CLICK HERE for Stephen's book, "Journey of Self Discovery and Learning"    On today’s episode we discuss: drilling down into your life’s purpose POBS - patterns of behavior (conditioning)        A POB from Stephen’s life and when he discovered it The tree metaphor Helping ourselves and others discover "light bulb" moments What happened to Stephen at the age of 34 that changed everything  Who is Steven Gilligan? How Stephen worked through deeply rooted fears in his life What is NLP? Neuro-Linguistic Programming Stephens book  And so much more…   Stephen's impact: Wants to be remembered as someone who made an impact and who helped assist people to be the best version of themselves, to enjoy life, laugh more, and have open arms to welcome things into their lives, albeit good or bad.   Stephen's nuggets of wisdom “The most empowering thing you can do for a person is allowing them the opportunity to see something for themselves because then they have the resources to make the changes that work best for them” “We’re all on a journey”   Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live next Tuesday - Stay Tuned !!!

The Champions Mindset Chris Romulo is a Queens, New York native who always yearned for growth. In his early twenties, he transformed himself from a street kid into a Muay Thai Champion with over 40 fights and 5 titles under his belt. Today, he’s a coach at his gym CROM Physical Culture and mindset speaker to both youth and adults. Chris has taken what he’s learned in the ring and turned it into a practical curriculum, U.P.R.I.S.E. The curriculum shows you how to tap into your natural abilities and become the champion of your life.  In May of 2017, Chris co-authored and published his memoir, Champions Uprising, which displays his unwavering mindset of determination, grit, and perseverance of spirit. CLICK HERE for Chris' website CLICK HERE for Chris' book, "Champions Uprising"    On today’s episode we discuss: Chris’s tip on how he drives himself out of bed in the morning How Chris overcame fear and self-doubt that he carried through childhood When Chris realized Muy Thai and martial arts was going to be the path for his life The importance of getting the right people on your “bus” The crabs in a barrel metaphor The importance of accepting other people's behavior for what it is and moving on to improve yourself Applying the principles of May Thai fighting to your life Chris’s Acronym: C.H.A.M.P.S The power of pushing outside of your comfort zone Having a champion mindset at home A lesson from a Muy Thai fighter Chris' book And so much more… Chris' Impact: Wants to know that he inspired someone to be better and that he can be a reminder for someone that life can be beautiful and they can pick themselves up and dust themselves off and keep fighting and start that champions uprising when they feel like they’re down and out.   Chris' nugget of wisdom “You want to make sure you’re attracting other champions to you. Not being stuck with the people who aren’t moving you forward… you want to be with the people who are on the same mission as you” “We’re all victims of happenstance. We react to what happens in our life. instead of saying, “let me take control, let me know that my mind and my mindset is going to be the most powerful tool I can use when things are going great and maybe when things maybe aren’t going so great”   Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live next Tuesday - Stay Tuned !!!

Courage amidst tragedy Rich Rotanz. Emergency Manager, Safety, and Fire Science Professional with forty years of experience in public policy, safety and mitigation, emergency management, fire protection, rescue tactics, hazardous materials incidents and planning/research for all natural, civil, and technological hazards including acts of terrorism. CLICK HERE to contact Rich   On today’s (Part II) episode we discuss: Lessons from Rich’s experience of 9/11 The importance of being aware of your surroundings Stories of unsung heroes Why focus is so important amidst tragedy The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and why it was so crucial to rescue efforts Moments of beauty amidst disaster Incredible accounts of individuals stepping up to help out The resiliency of the various rescue teams and volunteers Applying lessons from major tragedies like 9/11 to your everyday life Rich’s definition of courage And so much more… Rich's Impact: Want's to be remembered for being a dad and a husband   Rich's nugget of wisdom “Courage takes on all forms”   Another episode of The Positivity Effect goes live next Tuesday - Stay Tuned !!!

Connection And Purpose Through Transformation This week is a re-run of one of my most popular episodes with Luis Congdon, The co-founder of Thriving Launch an online business resource and podcast to help business owners map out clear and practical tips that are essential to thrive in today's economy. Luis also hosts a podcast with his girlfriend called Lasting Love Connection where they interview the top relationship experts to help couples and singles keep their love passionate and strong and enduring. Luis lives a life of gratitude and transparency. He has a heart of giving and an incredible drive for entrepreneurship, I’m honored that he joined us on the Positivity Effect.   Luis’ story Born in Columbia during the height of the cocaine cartel Never knew his birth father and he lost his mother at the age of 5 years old Was adopted to the United States and simultaneously felt loved and confused when that relationship ended in divorce Through everything he had been through in life, he developed a drive to end human suffering around the age of 15 His journey led him to practice Buddhism for almost a decade After many years of practicing Buddhism, he realized he was missing human connection He fell in love with someone but she fell out of love with him and left. He used that experience to springboard himself to be a successful marriage coach in the non-profit arena Together, he and his now girlfriend Kamala developed two powerhouse internet resources: The Lasting Love Connection Thriving Launch Thought on becoming a monk: He was striving for perfection and realized he didn’t have to be. Luis’ thoughts on having an online business Took a long time to become okay with accepting payment Through deep reflection of the value he provides, he can internally accept what he charges for an hourly rate Recants on how it can be difficult sometimes to find that balance of generosity We have to learn to be okay with what we desire (in his case income from an online business)   “Learn how to take care of yourself as an entrepreneur”   Thoughts on life Why we need coaching/mentorship: “There are so many things we don’t know that we don’t know” At birth: we are safe and 100% provided for After birth: We begin the universal journey of learning to obtain what we want in life through tears, demands, & fighting. We learn “no” Everything is the highest order (i.e. our physical relationships and our spiritual relationships) Happiness is magnified when we can share it with someone   Soul Food God gives regardless. “Be like God” – Dr. Wayne Dyer “Does the sun ever say to the flowers you owe me?” – Hafiz (Imagine what a love like that could do for the world) “Love is how we feel about ourselves and how we relate to ourselves” – Don Miguel Ruiz “Everything is energy” – Albert Einstein Luis believes we add our own meaning to the world   Gratitude “Every time we take a breath, that’s the last time we breathe that breath in that moment”   Book recommendation The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz

The Crystal Staircase Jaret Grossman is the co-founder of a popular fitness brand, Muscle Prodigy. Jaret's mission in creating this brand and product was to help debunk fitness myths that have existed for decades and help millions of people change their bodies naturally like he was able to without deprivation. Jaret was 96 pounds his freshman year of high school and was able to more than double his body weight, get down to 6% body fat, and become a 3x All-American wrestler.    CLICK HERE for Jaret's personal blog CLICK HERE for Muscle Prodigy CLICK HERE for Jaret's Youtube channel CLICK HERE for Jaret's book "Cracking The Code" On today’s episode we discuss: How fitness shifted his internal self-image What is true "work ethic" and why it's so crucial to success The importance of defining your vision and defining "deep reasons" Breaking down Jaret's motivational audio track, "The Crystal Staircase" Take action! Why Jaret put a video out on youtube every single day for a year Breaking down Jaret's motivational audio track, "time is so precious" Productivity Controlling what events/things mean to you The power of being in a peak state and how Jaret applies this concept And so much more… Jaret's nuggets of wisdom “It's out of my need, essentially to solve problems. Mainly that starts with trying to solve your own problems. You eventually gain some golden nuggets, and wisdom and insight, and that becomes valuable for other people” “It'ss the middle ground of, well I'm not sure if this isn’t going to work, and we just hesitate. It’s this perpetual hesitation in a way. What’s really holding us back is some element of fear” "If you can help as many people as possible, not only will it come back you, you will also experience more pleasure and the world will experience more pleasure" Jaret's Impact: Wants to be remembered as someone who was a force for good and who always put out pure energy into the world   Another episode of the Positivity Effect goes live next Tuesday – stay tuned!!

The Fingerprint Metaphor   Jim Rees is an Ultra Cyclist, Ironman Triathlete, Author and Executive Coach. Co-founder of The Long And The Short Of It, Jim and his business partner Mark Foster combine the experiences of two very different athletic styles: sprint and endurance. With that, they join as one mind to help their clients understand the required cognitive and emotional discipline for competition how that translates into specific behaviors for success and reaching high-performance targets.    CLICK HERE for Jim's Website CLICK HERE for Jim's book "A Quick Guide To Emotional Intelligence"   On today’s episode we discuss: Applying a "weekend warrior" Ultra Cyclist mentality to everyday life The meditative properties of cycling The power of pushing through repetitive tasks How mastering the skill of "choice" can help grow any area of your life Pain/pleasure decisions The power of taking personal responsibility Tuning into your internal dialogue And so much more...  Jim's nuggets of wisdom “Every decision we make is based on pain and pleasure” The importance of dialing in our awareness to our pain/pleasure trigger points “We have a feeling which then drives our thinking. Actually, it's the feeling-thinking trap that we get caught up in as human beings. As opposed to what really it should be is, thinking feeling”   Another episode of the Positivity Effect goes live next Tuesday – stay tuned!!

Positivity Effect by Dr. Tom 119:Rhythm And Flow - Erin Elizabeth Wells 00:00:00 00:00:00 Facebook Twitter Google Embed iTunes Rhythm And Flow Erin Elizabeth Wells is a Productivity Strategist who works with high performers including corporate leaders, entrepreneurs, and influencers to improve their productivity, focus, and effectiveness in their work and daily life. Her approach focuses on creating productivity with purpose for her clients connecting to the WHY of our action rather than simply doing more faster. – she’s the founder of the productivity company Living Peace and now functions under the company title Chosen Course. CLICK HERE for Erin’s Website CLICK HERE to download her FREE Life Rhythm Map On today’s episode we discuss: Erin’s journey into the productivity world Why disorganization occurs in all of us Why it’s important to dial in the “Why” of organization Focusing on our sense of purpose and direction The value of entrepreneurship Active vs. reactive Getting a hold of your day Tasks vs. goals Why SMART goals may not work Why you can’t compartmentalize balance in your life Focusing on the WIN   Erin’s Impact: She hopes that the people who’s lives she’s touched would say that they lived life with intentionality because of her interactions and the things they were inspired to consider based on their conversations Erin’s nuggets of wisdom “How many times in our lives has something significant occurred, and the systems that were in place before that event no longer fit the life that we’re living” “In any major life change, if you are introducing something new, and you don’t know why it’s important to you, the likelihood of it sustaining for a long period of time is small” “We’re all very good at keeping ourselves busy. Just kind of having a whole bunch of things that show up in our worlds that drive our attention but they may or may not be the things that are most moving the things that we care about most deepest forward” “I encourage people to throw out the old concept of annualized thinking. Don’t wait for a specific moment like January 1st.” “Create the shape, but hold it loosly” Another episode of the Positivity Effect goes live next Tuesday – stay tuned!! The post 119: Rhythm and Flow – Erin Elizabeth Wells appeared first on The Positivity Effect.

Positivity Effect by Dr. Tom 118: Visualizing Positivity – Glenn Poveromo 00:00:00 00:00:00 Facebook Twitter Google Embed iTunes Visualizing Positivity Glenn Poveromo is a Personal Development Facilitator. He has created The Power of Visualization, a self-help program offering mental tools and strategies that empower you to live your best life possible. The Power of Visualization will teach you techniques that allow your powerful mind to work for you and gain the confidence you will need to achieve success in all areas of your life. CLICK HERE for Glenn’s Website On today’s episode we discuss: What drove Glenn to spread positivity Flipping the positivity switch Glenn’s experience as a teacher and how he would drive his students towards positivity and generate a sense of hunger for life within each and every one of them Why anything worthy in life begins with belief How to find mentorship Why age is not a requirement for positive growth The power of mentoring the youth How thoughts/emotions manifest physical reactions in your body The guitar metaphor The power of visualization Glenn’s Impact: Glenn wishes to be remembered as someone who helped the world a little better. Glenn’s nuggets of wisdom “Anyone likes to be reinforced with positive feelings and positive emotions and I just saw that as my obligation, as my commitment as an educator to help impart that to the kids so that when they believed in themselves, they performed at an entirely different way if they didn’t believe in themselves” ‘You uplift people by your own spirit” “I believe you have a responsibility to bring what you know out to people because you can help people in their awareness” “How would you like to spend your living time? Would you like to spend it in a positive way of thinking and feeling or would you prefer to spend it in the negative way of thinking and feeling, and what’s the better choice?” “I was not an innately positive person growing up.” “We can speak to ourselves as a coach or a critic. The coach is going to give a solution, the critic is going to dig in with a knife” “There’s a coherent between what we think and what we feel in our heart” Another episode of the Positivity Effect goes live next Tuesday – stay tuned!! The post 118: Visualizing Positivity – Glenn Poveromo appeared first on The Positivity Effect.

Positivity Effect by Dr. Tom 117: The Beauty In Broken – Gary Genetti 00:00:00 00:00:00 Facebook Twitter Google Embed iTunes The Beauty In Broken Gary Genetti has been designing and making glass art for over 38 years. Genetti received a Bachelor of Fine Arts with an emphasis in sculpture and graphics from the University of Wisconsin in 1976. In 1978 he began his apprenticeship in a production glass studio and in 1980 established his own studio in rural Warwick, NY. CLICK HERE for Gary’s website Gary’s Instagram handle: GenettiGlass On today’s episode we discuss: Gary’s thoughts on the word “Positivity” How Gary became a Glass Blowing Artist Apple trees, beards & spirituality Why entrepreneurship starts with believing in your craft How Gary’s art become noticed by two prominent museums Keeping dreams alive Why we need to give our self criticisms a break and focus on joy The junkyard glass project How Gary’s thinking globally Repurposing an old prison Gary’s Impact: Gary’s wish for himself and for everybody is to see, that near the end of their life, it’s opening it’s expanding, the moment of death is when we really start to live. Life and death is ongoing all the time in us Gary’s nuggets of wisdom “An affirmation of positivity, an affirmation of some deeper meaning in our lives, that is there in good times and in bad times. We can always affirm this deeper meaning to who we are and how we relate to the world.” “I never looked at it as more than anything than meeting my needs because I loved what I do. I felt I was more than rewarded because of that perspective. If you went in to it for the money.. there were people who did that.. they got big… but you became a business man rather than  the hands on work… I loved the making and that’s what kept me directed towards being an artist” “My work has taught me the value of exchange with other people” “I would testify that I was not born with a talent in the arts, but I did have a wish to do it” “the feelings of joy teach talent” “I get into a state where it’s a conversation with a material, as if the material is speaking with me” “the ego is what dampens us down” “Submitting in a way, you’re just part of a picture. There’s more to it, that’s in a way, the whole world is praying, if yo can open up to that” “It’s a healing project for us, the idea of fusing broken species together really is a metaphor for what we were going through as a family” Another episode of the Positivity Effect goes live next Monday – stay tuned!! The post 117: The Beauty In Broken – Gary Genetti appeared first on The Positivity Effect.

Positivity Effect by Dr. Tom 116: Wisdom From A Yogi - Michael Kohan 00:00:00 00:00:00 Facebook Twitter Google Embed iTunes Wisdom From A Yogi Michael Kohan, or Mukunda Chandra das (affectionately known as Mukunda) is dedicated to helping his clients and students find balance in all aspects of their lives—emotional, spiritual, mental and physical. He is a Certified Health and Lifestyle Coach and a 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher who works with others to help them restore balance in their lives by helping them to make healthier and more conscious lifestyle choices. CLICK HERE for Michael’s website CLICK HERE for A free copy of his “Mindful Living And Goal Setting WorkBook” Michael’s Instagram handle: Your_Wellness_Yogi On today’s episode you’ll learn: Why tragedy is not a requirement for success Why you are in control of your actions alone and how you handle challenges that come your way A “woe is me” moment for Michael and how he rose from the ashes of that experience Why pivoting in life is crucial How Yoga got him off his parent’s couch What healthy eating means to Michael The esoteric side of food Goal setting & mindfulness Weeding through the noise on exercise diet and personal development The importance of small actionable steps The weapons of mass distraction The beauty is in the journey of life One of the earliest yoga teachings The power of podcasts “long distance” mentors   Michael’s Impact: Wants to be remembered as a person who helped people and created a place for people to go to study yoga, spirituality and mindful living in a safe and authentic environment. To develop a learning center in Pennsylvania that people can spend the next 500 years to go to to develop healthy habits and mindful living. Michael’s nuggets of wisdom “The suffering is the free will, whether you choose to suffer or not in any situation” “Yoga gave me the tools I needed to get off the couch and to look at my life and find space to examine who I was as a person” “When I eat healthy and I have a clean diet, I feel better about who I am as a person” “Politics, religions, you name it, is an easier conversation to have than when I talk to people about food” “The food you eat here, affects how somebody else lives down their street” “Our easiest change is to start with ourselves. The easiest way to start is through diet. It’s the simplest way to change the world” “If you don’t feel good about your self, and if you don’t feel like you’re moving forward in life, than you’re not going to care about the food you eat. Food is comfort” “If we’re not growing as an individual, then we’re dying as a person” “You have to look at your life and say, it’s about how I lived my life today” “The music that we listen to, the tv that we watch, the books that we read and the food that we eat, that is who we become” Another episode of the Positivity Effect goes live next Monday – stay tuned!! The post 116: Wisdom From A Yogi – Michael Kohan appeared first on The Positivity Effect.

Positivity Effect by Dr. Tom 115: The Unrehearsed Heart - The Harriet Turk 00:00:00 00:00:00 Facebook Twitter Google Embed iTunes The Unrehearsed Heart Harriet Turk has been inspiring teens and adults to discover their true identities and pursue a life of substance for more than 20 years. She has worked as a probation officer, youth programs coordinator, flight attendant, pharmaceutical sales rep, college-level instructor, and nationally-known professional speaker, trainer, and consultant. Harriet is also a mom, friend, sister, and daughter. When she was a teen, Harriet struggled with her own identity crisis. She fell into the trap of feeling like she had to be perfect. This led to an eating disorder that took years to overcome. Harriet’s life experiences have taught her that success and happiness come from celebrating who you are and pursuing a life that honors your strengths and abilities. Because her stories and experiences come from real life, Harriet’s message is authentic, relatable, and compelling. CLICK HERE for Harriet’s website CLICK HERE for a free chapter from Harriet’s book, “Transparent Hearts” Harriet’s twitter handle: @HarrietTurk On today’s episode you’ll learn: Why tragedy is not a requirement for success How most of us show the rehearsed part of our lives on social media Taking advice with a grain of salt Life lessons from a speaker The importance of being authentic The power of asking close friends and family, “what do you think of me? Outside perception vs. Internal perception of who we are Realizing life doesn’t always have an action plan How to approach the internal dialogue we have with ourselves on a daily basis What to do when you feel like you have no story Raising your awareness to life’s smallest moment Leaning on others for gratitude reminders Harriet’s Impact:  Remembered as someone who was able to make people feel safe. Harriet’s nuggets of wisdom “I just wanted people to realize that life doesn’t have to be full of crazy stuff” “Practice and try new things until you have enough in your back pocket so if something isn’t working, yo can switch it out at a moments notice” “Some of my best stories come from just in the moment, thinking, I’m just going to talk about this” “The more that we give ourselves positive messages, the more we start to live it” “We are the microwave generation, we want things now. We’ve been taught that if you follow an action plan, you’re going to have success. Sometimes you follow the wrong action plan” “You set the tone for your life and people will follow you whether your negative or positive” “Small conversations can end up having majestic moments” “Capture the moment? lets change that to, be present in the moment” “Its true, we get so bogged down on how we define success or what’s going on in our lives that we don’t think about the good things” “If we look for the lessons, just stop, and look for the lessons in what has happened to us, we will see how to be better for the next time” Another episode of the Positivity Effect goes live next Monday – stay tuned!! The post 115: The Unrehearsed Heart – The Harriet Turk appeared first on The Positivity Effect.

Positivity Effect by Dr. Tom 114: The Liberation Experience - Kute Blackson 00:00:00 00:00:00 Facebook Twitter Google Embed iTunes The Liberation Experience Kute Blackson is an utterly unique visionary in the world of human potential. Unlike those who promise to simply help people “get” what they want, Kute’s life work instead reveals to people what they have to give, by liberating who they are most truly and deeply. The focus: Freedom. Kute’s own background and experience lay out the blueprint for his approach to liberating others, setting their gifts and greatness free. Born in Ghana, West Africa, his multicultural upbringing as the child of a Japanese mother and Ghanaian father, raised in London, and on 4 different continents defies all stereotype. The son of a revered spiritual leader, Kute was speaking to his fatherʼs congregations, in more than 300 churches, by the age of 8. At the age of 14, he was ordained into his fatherʼs ministry and groomed to carry on the familyʼs spiritual legacy. But his heartʼs truth drew him to separate from his fatherʼs ministry and come to Los Angeles in 1995. Kute courageously and daringly, came to America with two suitcases, and a dream seeking out many of the spiritual and self-help icons who inspired him when he was still a boy. He quickly learned that the outside- in approach had to become an inside-out approach. So he decided to create his own process—a process that liberates the individual at the core. This process helps the individual get in touch with who they really. It is a process of breaking free, so that each person can live, give, and share the truest expression of his or her self. This is what he calls “Liberated Living.” CLICK HERE for Kute’s website & to check out his book, “You Are The One” In his book you will learn: How to find your life’s purpose and live it fully. Help you release the pain of the past and stop sabotaging your success once and for all. How to forgive, find inner peace and be free. The keys to loving yourself fully and being deeply fulfilled no matter what. The real secret to manifesting your heart’s desires and living an extraordinary life Kute’s twitter handle: @KuteBlackson On today’s episode we discuss: A transformational journey with Kute Tips on recreating a “Liberation Experience” right at home The dangers of technology and new age media The importance of listening to ourselves, our hearts and our spirits The mind-body connection The power of what we think and the way we think A powerful lesson Kute learned through writing his book, “You Are The One”   Kate’s Impact: He wants to be remembered as someone who reminded people who they truly are. That he saw the greatness in people, in their souls, and reminded them to love. That in his presence, people rose up to go beyond their limits and to remember the truth of their being, that they are a whole, perfect, complete expression of life. Kute’s nuggets of wisdom “part of the journey starts at facing death. I think so often we’re so busy avoiding death, we’re so busy running away from death, we’re afraid of death..I think the more we can embrace death and make it our friend, not as some morbid thing, but just face it, embrace it and use it as a reminder to say hey, we don’t have time to waste, because none of us know when that moment is going to happen” “real freedom is something that transcends the transitory nature of life” “give up entitlement. No one owes you anything” “part of living a fulfilled life is really taking some time connecting with ourselves” “I am a servant to the book, a servant to the message. I serve the book and I’m a messenger on behalf of the book to remind people of who they are” Another episode of the Positivity Effect goes live next Monday – stay tuned!! The post 114: The Liberation Experience – Kute Blackson appeared first on The Positivity Effect.

Positivity Effect by Dr. Tom 113: Avoiding A Suicide Of The Soul - Kute Blackson 00:00:00 00:00:00 Facebook Twitter Google Embed iTunes Avoiding A Suicide Of The Soul Kute Blackson is an utterly unique visionary in the world of human potential. Unlike those who promise to simply help people “get” what they want, Kute’s life work instead reveals to people what they have to give, by liberating who they are most truly and deeply. The focus: Freedom. Kute’s own background and experience lay out the blueprint for his approach to liberating others, setting their gifts and greatness free. Born in Ghana, West Africa, his multicultural upbringing as the child of a Japanese mother and Ghanaian father, raised in London, and on 4 different continents defies all stereotype. The son of a revered spiritual leader, Kute was speaking to his fatherʼs congregations, in more than 300 churches, by the age of 8. At the age of 14, he was ordained into his fatherʼs ministry and groomed to carry on the familyʼs spiritual legacy. But his heartʼs truth drew him to separate from his fatherʼs ministry and come to Los Angeles in 1995. Kute courageously and daringly, came to America with two suitcases, and a dream seeking out many of the spiritual and self-help icons who inspired him when he was still a boy. He quickly learned that the outside- in approach had to become an inside-out approach. So he decided to create his own process—a process that liberates the individual at the core. This process helps the individual get in touch with who they really. It is a process of breaking free, so that each person can live, give, and share the truest expression of his or her self. This is what he calls “Liberated Living.” CLICK HERE for Kute’s website Kute’s twitter handle: @KuteBlackson On today’s episode we discuss: Kute’s first memories Lessons from miracles & his father The importance of following your truth, not other’s expectations How he responded to his life’s calling Asking the question, “Who am I really?” What impedes us from uncovering our truths What shuts down our divine light as we grow from childhood to adulthood (conditioning) The role of fear in our lives Gratitude inside the mind of Kute Kute’s nuggets of wisdom “so many of us, we feel a deeper truth in our hearts, we feel a deeper truth of what we’re suppose to do, whether its a relationship, whether it’s our life purpose, whether it’s to start a purpose, and so often we don’t follow the truth” “When I don’t compromise my heart, when I don’t compromise my truth, when we follow our soul’s knowing, the universe really rises to support us” “There’s no shortage of people who will tell you who you should be, and the kind of life you should live.” “We are being lived and breathed by the same consciousness, the same force. What’s breathing me, is breathing you” “The degree to which we are connected (to our conditioning) is the degree to which we are not free” “fear is a signal. Fear is signaling to us a part of us that needs attention.” “we have to give up entitlement” “To be grateful really requires a surrender of the ego, to life” Part two with Kute goes live on Wednesday – stay tuned!! The post 113: Avoiding A Suicide Of The Soul – Kute Blackson appeared first on The Positivity Effect.

Positivity Effect by Dr. Tom 112: The Warrior Sage Way Of Life - Satyen Raja 00:00:00 00:00:00 Facebook Twitter Google Embed iTunes The Warrior Sage Way Of Life Satyen Raja, founder and president of WarriorSage, is a living synthesis of Eastern wisdom and Western practicality, combining the power of the warrior and the wisdom of the sage. Satyen has invested over three decades on hands-on research and he has led workshops for tens of thousands of individuals internationally in the art of ‘true power’. Satyen’s dramatic style is not for the timid. When Satyen leads, he holds nothing back; he gives you all of himself. Satyen masterfully uses his unique gifts to bring your fears and your unconscious self-limiting patterns to the surface and then resolves them fast.  Using his intuition and his experience, Satyen ripens you by exposing your deepest heart and gifts. He sees you at your core and takes you past your edge where real transformation takes place. If you are seeking real change, the Path of the WarriorSage, although not for the timid, is deep, fast and razor effective. This level of spiritual practice is intense. You must be willing to go into the fire and grow your heart. Satyen offers this opportunity for transformation out of his passion to help you awaken. Satyen is the teacher for you only if you are seeking real change. CLICK HERE for Satyen’s website & check out his private community! Satyen’s twitter handle: @SatyenRaja On today’s episode we discuss: Satyen’s 35 year obsession with: improving himself physically, mentally, emotionally & spiritually transferring those improvements to others as well How you can help others through helping yourself A deep dive into the warrior sage path Three stages: me, we, sake of all beings How to activate the first stage The importance of equilibrium in our lives Why we are all leaders & followers Discovering deeper callings in life Why fears are teachers How Satyen rebuilt his marriage with his wife Why everything stems out from strong relationships building a peaceful relationship with yourself Lessons from Satyen’s father The difference between peak success and peak existence Satyen’s nuggets of wisdom “there’s more to life than gaining” “lead with what you must do in order to die complete without regrets” “I like to start my day, I ask myself this question, What can I do today to influence in a positive way” “Every single day, there’s no stepping back. Every day, one step.” Satyen’s Impact: Wants to remembered as someone who was forgotten. He wants lives changed and that people had a powerful interaction with him, that their life booms in a particular way, they go in, and in the end, he is forgotten. He is happy to not be remembered     Powerful! Another episode of the Positivity Effect goes live next Monday – stay tuned!! The post 112: The Warrior Sage Way Of Life – Satyen Raja appeared first on The Positivity Effect.

Positivity Effect by Dr. Tom 111: Understanding your hustle in life is crucial - Anthony Trucks 00:00:00 00:00:00 Facebook Twitter Google Embed iTunes Understanding Your Hustle In Life Is Crucial Anthony Trucks, former Pro NFL linebacker is no stranger to adversity. From the tender age of three, he was given away to the foster care system to be subjected to years of physical, mental & emotional abuse. From very intense foster family situations, to a NFL career ending injury, to his wife’s affair that left him minutes from taking his own life, to his rise back up to become a highly influential life/business coach and dynamic speaker, Anthony will be the first to tell you that life can change for better or worse in an instant, it all starts with a decision. Every situation we have in life, we are faced with making a decision of what that situation means to us. After watching his foster mom take her last breath after battling MS for 17 years, he decided right then and there that he was going to make his life extraordinary. He now shares that unconditional love that she shared with him and he’s here to share some powerful insights from his life and how we all have the decision to better our own lives and achieve huge goals. We just have to learn to “trust our hustle”. CLICK HERE for Anthony’s website Anthony’s twitter handle: @AnthonyTrucks On today’s episode we discuss: How Anthony defines the term: Getting sh*t done (GSD) A beautiful description is given how life is not defined by our upbringing Defining “clarity” moments in life How to “Trust Your Hustle” Why most people don’t even START down the path towards success How Anthony applies faith How are beliefs created Why are we quick to trust others but slow to trust ourselves The Dove Study How to take more action that builds self trust Simon Sinek’s Start With Why How Anthony approaches fear What leadership means in the face of adversity and fear How helping yourself first immensely helps others Why happiness comes from how we approach the world Anthony intimately describes how all change in life happens in an instant [i.e. in a decision] One of Anthony’s favorite moment in the NFL Anthony’s nuggets of wisdom “I know for a fact that I cannot guarantee that if you work hard or If I work hard, were going to get success, I can’t guarantee. But I can guarantee that if you don’t, you won’t” “We spend most of our time in the decision making point” “I have to know, like know, like faith in knowing, that if I put the work in, I will win. If you don’t know that, like to your soul, most of the time, like 95% of the time you’re not going to move” “It’s the reason that is strong enough, to be able to move you past inevitable setbacks, life’s going to happen. It has to be so deep and so dark, it’s almost embarrassing to share in public” On fear, “If I’m fearful, there’s a reason I put so much importance on it, so I want to figure it out” “even if you don’t win. You have to set your own scale for what self worth you have or what your level of success is” Another episode of the Positivity Effect goes live next Monday – stay tuned!! The post 111: Understanding your hustle in life is crucial – Anthony Trucks appeared first on The Positivity Effect.

Positivity Effect by Dr. Tom 110: Makings Lemonade With Lemons - The Wahmanns 00:00:00 00:00:00 Facebook Twitter Google Embed iTunes Making Lemonade With Lemons Robert and Maryann Wahmann are the founders of NCAN, The Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network. Founded in 2004, their mission is to intensify awareness of Neuroendocrine Cancer including Carcinoid. NCAN provides access to information about NETs, and funding for NET cancer research. For the past 12 years NCAN has provided information and support to NET patients and caregivers through e-mail, our web site, and toll free phone number. Our phone line is open 7 days a week 9 am – 9 pm EST, 365 days a year! The phone line is answered by a patient or a caregiver at all times. This is very important to us . We want you to know the person on the other end of the phone understands first hand about the disease. Several thousand free information packets have been mailed worldwide. We provided many support groups worldwide with information, merchandise, awareness items and financial support. CLICK HERE for the Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network NCAN’s twitter handle: @NetCancerAware On today’s episode we discuss: How Maryann’s carcinoid cancer was misdiagnosed for 7 years How a lack of information drove Robert and Maryann to found NCAN How NCAN’s conferences allow for doctors and patients to meet and discuss the disease What it takes to walk through life with a long term disease Making lemonade with lemons What it means to Robert and Maryann to be a leader Taking the road less traveled Why they encourage patients to be advocates of their own health The importance of how the delivery of a diagnosis is given What are the symptoms of  neuroendocrine cancer? How someone like Steve Jobs actually died of neuroendocrine cancer, not pancreatic   Robert and Maryann’s impact: They want to be remembered for their foundation and for making a difference in people’s lives despite the adversities that may have come their way [spp-tweet tweet=””] Another episode of the Positivity Effect goes live next Tuesday – stay tuned!! The post 110: Makings Lemonade With Lemons – The Wahmanns appeared first on The Positivity Effect.