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This episode is part of the 8FE (8-figure entrepreneur) series, where we talk to entrepreneurs who have already passed the million-dollar mark. In 2003, Khalil Rafati was living on the streets of Skid Row, battling cocaine and heroin addictions. Consumed by darkness and self-doubt, his only goal in life was to become famous and die. Today, he's the owner of SunLife Organics, a multiple 8-figure wellness empire with locations across the country. He's an acclaimed author and a highly sought-after speaker. But how did he turn his life around so drastically? And what does it take to rebuild a life from the ground up? In this episode, Khalil shares the powerful lessons he's learned from overcoming addiction and building a business rooted in purpose and service. Tune in! — Key Takeaways: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:35 The Billion-Dollar Smoothie 00:03:44 Best investment Khalil made in himself 00:06:24 The core tenets of a healthy diet 00:08:54 From addict to 8-figure entrepreneur 00:19:52 How do you define a drug? 00:25:47 Khalil's forming years 00:36:49 Khalil's awakening and business growth 00:51:39 Business and purpose 01:02:22 Outro — Additional Resources:
What if the darkest moments of your life were actually preparing you for your greatest success? In today's episode, Danielle welcomes Khalil Rafati, the founder of SunLife Organics, a wellness empire built on healing and transformation. Khalil's journey is nothing short of extraordinary; he went from severe drug addiction and homelessness to becoming a thriving entrepreneur, author, and spiritual seeker.We talk about the rock bottom moments that changed everything, the profound impact of spiritual awakenings, and how he built SunLife Organics from the ground up. Khalil opens up about his past, the struggles that nearly destroyed him, and the practices that keep him grounded today. Whether you're an entrepreneur, on your own healing journey, or just looking for a story that will shift your perspective, this episode is one you don't want to miss.In this Episode: Khalil shares why he founded SunLife Organics and how his personal healing journey shaped the brand's mission.Khalil describes the night he died and was revived—a turning point that ultimately led him to recovery.How juicing, superfoods, and spiritual practice helped Khalil reclaim his life and build a thriving business.The morning practices, movement, and mindset shifts that keep him aligned and focused.Khalil opens up about surrendering control, trusting intuition, and how his company continues to expand.
In this episode, Dr. Samuel B. Lee, MD, sits down with Khalil Rafati—entrepreneur, author, and founder of SunLife Organics—to explore his extraordinary journey from heroin addiction and homelessness to building a thriving wellness empire.Khalil shares raw, unfiltered wisdom on transformation, surrendering to divine guidance, and how pouring life force into the body can ignite the soul. From sleeping on the streets to serving millions through his organic smoothie shops, his story is a testament to the power of faith, resilience, and staying true to one's purpose.Sacred Truths & Lessons from This Episode:Healing Begins with Nourishment – The power of food, energy, and intentionAddiction, Recovery & Rebirth – Why most people don't truly want to changeGod & Free Will – The unseen force guiding us to transformationFrom Vision to Reality – The story behind SunLife OrganicsMoney & Spirituality – Why abundance is a tool, not the goalLove, Purpose & True Wealth – The ultimate reward of walking the right pathIf you've ever felt stuck, lost, or hopeless, this conversation is your wake-up call: You can rise again. You can transform. And you can create a life beyond your wildest dreams.To learn more about Khalil Rafati:
In this intimate conversation with Raj, Khalil Rafati, founder of SunLife Organics and author of the bestselling memoir "I Forgot to Die," shares his remarkable journey from addiction and homelessness to becoming a successful wellness entrepreneur and spiritual seeker. With 21 years of sobriety and 18 thriving juice bar locations across the country, Khalil brings raw honesty and hard-won wisdom to this conversation about transformation, authenticity, and the power of incremental change.Key Insights:Why hitting rock bottom might be the greatest gift for true transformationThe surprising truth about "losing everything" that most people missHow tiny daily habits can create monumental life changesWhat a near-death experience taught him about God and darknessThe unexpected way nutritional healing sparked spiritual awakeningWhy authenticity requires peeling back painful layers of conditioningThe counterintuitive approach to sustainable personal growthWhat building a multimillion-dollar business taught him about faithHow relationships become our greatest mirror for growthThe hidden gift in feeling completely worthlessThis deeply vulnerable conversation offers hope and practical wisdom for anyone seeking genuine transformation. Whether you're struggling with addiction, building a business, or simply trying to live more authentically, Khalil's journey demonstrates that our darkest moments can become the foundation for extraordinary growth. His raw honesty about both his struggles and successes provides a roadmap for how small, consistent changes in how we think, eat, and relate to others can radically transform our lives.Tools/resources mentioned in the episode:Books: Psycho Cybernetics, Think and Grow Rich, The Power of HabitConnect to Khailil:Instagram - @khalilrafatiBook “Remembering to Live: Lessons I Learned Crawling out of Hell'Khalil's bestselling memoir “I forgot to die”Connect with Raj:Newsletter – Sign up here: https://www.rajjana.com/staygrounded/Instagram: @raj_janaiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
"I Forgot to Die" is the autobiography of Khalil Rafati, a man who details his struggle with addiction and eventual recovery. The book traces his tumultuous journey from a troubled youth in Toledo, Ohio to a life of drug use, crime, and homelessness. Rafati recounts his experiences with various substances, including ecstasy, heroin, and crack, and the people he encountered along the way, including those who helped him and those he hurt. The book culminates with Rafati finding his way to sobriety and achieving a level of success through founding Malibu Beach Yoga and SunLife Organics.
I was honored to host Fire Fighter Robert “Buzz” Busby of the Austin Fire Department's Ladder #1 on today's episode. Buzz is a 48-year-old husband, and father of three, who has been straight-edge for 32 years and has been with the fire service for 22. In this episode, Buzz shares how the love of his family keeps him grounded, what he does every day to honor them, how answering the call to be a protector is both a blessing and a curse, the mental health challenges facing the modern warrior, and so much more. I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation, and I think you will too. Always remember. -- SGC TOPICS Childhood dreams of becoming a fire firefighter; discovering rescue mode; answering the call to become a protector; PTSD and being hyper-vigilant; promoting a positive protective posture; the importance of a strong masculine role model in a young boy's life; meeting his wife; compartmentalization; earning the purple heart; the healing power of a daughter's love; mental health and the modern warrior; 8 minutes; God moments; The Dad Edge Podcast; the stranger dynamic; being of service; tenets for making marriage work; battle of the badges; advanced tech in fire fighting; remembering 911; 5Q's; finding diamonds; and so much more. SHOW NOTES Do You Have 8 Minutes? https://www.instagram.com/p/C6m5zDQL3e8/ The Dad Edge Podcast: https://thedadedge.com/podcast/ STFU by Dr. Dennis Leary, “A Revolutionary New Form of Therapy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0KGNzRpjC0k TRIBE by Sebastian Junger: https://www.sebastianjunger.com/tribe-by-sebastian-junger FOLLOW ROBERT Robert's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xbuzzxatx/ Austin Fire Department: https://www.instagram.com/austinfiredept/ FOLLOW SPENCER COURSEN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s.coursen/ Website: www.SpencerCoursen.com Book: TheSafetyTrap.com Brand: Ronin6.com Business: CoursenSecurityGroup.com SPECIAL THANKS TO Staccato Ranch: https://staccatoranch.com/ SunLife Organics: https://sunlifeorganics.com/ RECORDING STUDIO Podcast Recorded Studio: Record ATX https://www.recordatx.com/ THEME MUSIC "Underground Moments" by Cushy https://www.epidemicsound.com/artists/cushy/ PODCAST AND VIDEO PRODUCTION Ronin6 Media MAILBAG & Submissions sgc@CoursenEnterprises.com
In this episode, I sit down with Evan H. Duvall – a native Texan was born and raised just outside of Austin in Dripping Springs. At 19, Evan joined the U.S. Navy with ambitions of becoming a Navy SEAL. After an injury during Hell Week sidelined his special operations pursuits, In 2020, Evan finished his military service and returned home. Since then, Evan has dedicated himself to being a leader within the Austin community and beyond. As an entrepreneur, Evan has quickly gained extensive experience in the fitness and hospitality industries. Over the past four years, he has coached at some of Austin's top gyms, including Onnit Gym and Atomic Outpost. He has independently produced and hosted over 180 events and interviews, spotlighting the talents and stories of Austin's culture and creative community. TOPICS The evolution of social media; being mindful media of your diet, exercise as a mental health ritual; growing up in Austin; deciding to join the Navy; training with David Goggins; work ethic and the art of embracing the suck; the importance of teamwork; hard lessons about asking for help; overcoming co-dependence; acts of service; selflessness and selfishness; training at ONNIT Gym; experiencing and overcoming burnout; being out of alignment; making a hard reset; being in integrity; being in choice; knowing what you don't want your story to be; learning to lead by example; leaning into live events; silent disco podcast release parties; learning by doing; One Night Only launch; 5Q's; and so much more. FOLLOW EVAN Evan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evan.h.duvall/ One Night Only: https://www.onenightonlyatx.com/ One Night Only IG: https://www.instagram.com/onenightonly.austin/ FOLLOW SPENCER COURSEN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s.coursen/ Website: www.SpencerCoursen.com Book: TheSafetyTrap.com Brand: Ronin6.com Business: CoursenSecurityGroup.com SHOW NOTES ONNIT Gym: https://www.onnitgym.com/ Atomic Outpost: https://atomic-athlete.com/about/ Erick Godsey: https://www.erickgodsey.com/ The Sacred Path of The Warrior: https://a.co/d/8LDdSnL Do You Have 8 Minutes? https://www.instagram.com/p/C6m5zDQL3e8/ SPECIAL THANKS TO Staccato Ranch: https://staccatoranch.com/ SunLife Organics: https://sunlifeorganics.com/ RECORDING STUDIO Podcast Recorded Studio: Record ATX https://www.recordatx.com/ THEME MUSIC "Underground Moments" by Cushy https://www.epidemicsound.com/artists/cushy/ PODCAST AND VIDEO PRODUCTION Ronin6 Media MAILBAG & Guest Submissions sgc@CoursenEnterprises.com
In this episode, I sit down with Hannah Allen, a real estate maven with a knack for finding off-market gems and restoring historic properties. Growing up, Hannah learned the art of hospitality and the importance of connection from her counselor parents at their family-run "Colcord House" bed and breakfast. Hannah Allen's love for Austin's diverse culture and historic charm makes her an expert guide for newcomers. Tune in as she shares her favorite spots in the city, from the best food and nightlife to hidden gems in art and music, and discover what makes Austin such a dynamic destination for so many people looking for a place to call home. TOPICS Being comfortable on camera; the impact of the election cycle on real estate; modeling and acting as a kid; gender roles; current market status; Austin's top selling points; renting vs owning; commercial vs residential markets; Austin as a destination for filmmakers; the Austin pivot from live music to comedy; getting star struck by celebrity; future plans for Austin's skyline; entrepreneurial endeavors; best restaurants in ATX; the joys of Town Lake; wake boarding vs wake surfing; first time home buyers tips; understanding equity; financial literacy; using the VA home loan option; diversifying revenue streams; investing in boring businesses; social media BS; girls who grill; treater grills; overcoming family tragedy; veteran suicide; helping others who are hurting; morning routines; committing to healthy habits; the benefits of pivoting perspective; becoming the best version of ourselves; imposter syndrome vs Dunning-Krueger; what women want; manifesting what you want; 5 Questions and so much more. FOLLOW HANNAH Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahtwelverivers?igsh=MXkxNjlxOWtqMm85eQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannah.v.allen?mibextid=LQQJ4d LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-allen-442a40173 FOLLOW SPENCER COURSEN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s.coursen/ Website: www.SpencerCoursen.com Book: TheSafetyTrap.com Brand: Ronin6.com Business: CoursenSecurityGroup.com SHOW NOTES Twelve Rivers Realty: https://www.twelveriversrealty.com/ Do You Have 8 Minutes? https://www.instagram.com/p/C6m5zDQL3e8/ SPECIAL THANKS TO Staccato Ranch: https://staccatoranch.com/ SunLife Organics: https://sunlifeorganics.com/ RECORDING STUDIO Podcast Recorded Studio: Record ATX https://www.recordatx.com/ THEME MUSIC "Underground Moments" by Cushy https://www.epidemicsound.com/artists/cushy/ PODCAST AND VIDEO PRODUCTION Ronin6 Media MAILBAG & Guest Submissions sgc@CoursenEnterprises.com
ABOUT Curtis Dean is the creator of “The Regulated Gentleman” where he helps men to avoid self-sabotage and become magnets for their desires. Curtis also founded “Strangers Only” – a luxury lifestyle clothing brand. TOPICS Unlocking childhood secrets; the power of grounding; getting lost in fashion; pursuing acting; nurturing innate gifts; helping others; fostering creativity; healing the shame that binds you; finding personal fulfillment; and so much more. FOLLOW CURTIS instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecurtisdean/ website: www.bydean.co shop Nordstrom: https://www.nordstrom.com/sr?origin=keywordsearch&keyword=strangers%20only&position=1&typein=strangers%20only FOLLOW SPENCER COURSEN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s.coursen/ Website: www.SpencerCoursen.com Book: TheSafetyTrap.com Brand: Ronin6.com Business: CoursenSecurityGroup.com SHOW NOTES Do You Have 8 Minutes?: https://www.instagram.com/p/C6m5zDQL3e8/ SPECIAL THANKS TO Staccato Ranch: https://staccatoranch.com/ SunLife Organics: https://sunlifeorganics.com/ RECORDING STUDIO Podcast Recorded Studio: Record ATX https://www.recordatx.com/ THEME MUSIC "Underground Moments" by Cushy https://www.epidemicsound.com/artists/cushy/ PODCAST AND VIDEO PRODUCTION Ronin6 Media MAILBAG & Guest Submissions sgc@CoursenEnterprises.com
In this episode, Melissa sits down with Khalil Rafati, founder of Sunlife Organics and author of the transformative book “I Forgot To Die” which, as Melissa describes, ‘will crack you right open.' Melissa was eager to have Khalil on ever since she had an inspiring conversation and was generously gifted his book in Austin, TX, by the manager of Sunlife Organics. Khalil's powerful energy and vibration emanate throughout this entire conversation. Growing up in Ohio with an abusive father, Khalil started drinking, shoplifting, and getting into fights by age 12. His life spiraled further when he moved to LA, becoming homeless and addicted to drugs and alcohol. Discover how Khalil found the wellness world, got clean, and opened Sunlife Organics—the most delicious juice and smoothie bar, renowned for its top-quality sourcing and ingredients. Beyond his business, Khalil has helped countless individuals achieve sobriety through his story and the recovery center he founded. For anyone who has lost faith in any part of their lives, Khalil's story is a beacon of hope to keep moving forward. Limited Time Offer: Use code movewithheart when you sign up for a monthly membership to get your first month FREE.Get up to 15% off plus a free cup and frother on piquelife.com/MWH. Plus, for a limited time, get a free starter kit + sampler pack ($60 value) with code MWH.Melissa Wood-Tepperberg, founder of MWH and host of the Move With Heart Podcast, is a meditation teacher, certified yoga and pilates instructor, certified health coach, and beloved by the diverse community she's cultivated through her unique approach to fitness and mindfulness over the years. MWH is a health, wellness & lifestyle platform on a mission to create a more mindful way of life, accessible and attainable for all. Melissa and MWH have been featured on LIVE with Kelly and Ryan, GMA, The Today Show, Forbes, Fortune and more. MWH was also the subject of a 2021 Harvard Business School case study. The most important part of this practice is that it's not just about building the body you desire, it's about building a better, stronger relationship with yourself. The foundation of this practice has always been about using what you have available to you, whenever, wherever you are. So, wherever you are on your journey, we have something for everybody. The MWH platform has a growing library of 750+ workouts in a variety of styles (pilates, yoga, meditation, pre & postnatal, and more!). Plus, with unlimited access to recipes & video tutorials, plus coveted lifestyle & nutrition tips, this is the destination to better every single aspect of your life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
GUEST – April Whitney of Petite PWR. ABOUT – April Whitney is a former pro fencer, certified personal trainer, nutritionist, and YouTuber. She is the Founder and CEO of Petite PWR, a platform and community made for petite women 5'4" and shorter to lose fat and gain muscle through premiere coaching programs, products, and services. April has coached celebrities, Olympic athletes, and tens of thousands of petite women around the world to help them develop their most powerful bodies and minds. TOPICS – energy retreats in Morocco; informed decision-making as a super power; being mission and vision driven; synergy through cultural difference; navigating the masculine of business and the feminine of life; growing up fencing; the advantage of self belief; making an Olympic run for Tokyo; retiring as an identity change; the origin story behind Petite PWR; the Buckie Leach story; expectation vs reality; training in Cuba; why petite women need to prioritize strength training; consistent nutritional goals vs herd mentality; the importance of sharing what we learn; the transition from social media to social engagement; the future of Petite PWR; and so much more. FOLLOW APRIL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aprilvwhitney/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aprilvwhitney YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AprilVWhitney/ Petite PWR: www.petitepwr.com FOLLOW SPENCER COURSEN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s.coursen/ Website: www.SpencerCoursen.com Book: TheSafetyTrap.com Brand: Ronin6.com Business: CoursenSecurityGroup.com SHOW NOTES Buckie Leach: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buckie_Leach Lee Kiefer wins USA's first-ever gold medal in individual foil | Tokyo Olympics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AN4lOKAr1y4 Adam Sandler, SNL, Romano Tours: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbwlC2B-BIg The Petite Diet Advantage by Jim Karas: https://a.co/d/08Y9JBlL Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman: https://a.co/d/0ftNSjbb Robert Browning's “Paracelsus”: https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/391406-paracelsus-at-times-i-almost-dream-i-too-have-spent SPECIAL THANKS TO Staccato Ranch: https://staccatoranch.com/ SunLife Organics: https://sunlifeorganics.com/ SHARE THIS Do You Have 8 Minutes?: https://www.instagram.com/p/C6m5zDQL3e8/ RECORDING STUDIO Podcast Recorded Studio: Record ATX https://www.recordatx.com/ THEME MUSIC "Underground Moments" by Cushy https://www.epidemicsound.com/artists/cushy/ PODCAST AND VIDEO PRODUCTION Ronin6 Media MAILBAG sgc@CoursenEnterprises.com
GUEST – Justin and Megan LaPree of The Illuminating Co TOPICS – Transforming relationships; healing through psychedelics; unlocking wellness, navigating communication styles; unlocking the power of therapy, helping America's veterans, first responders, and their families; navigating divorce; having empathy; blessings and dangers of living in a modern world. ABOUT JUSTIN AND MEGAN LAPREE – Justin and Megan LaPree are the co-founders of The Illuminating Co. (TICo), a pioneering nonprofit helping individuals heal, transform, and find purpose through community, connection, and entheogenic medicine ceremonies - here in America. FOLLOW TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ILLUMINATING CO. Website: https://www.theilluminating.co/ Sacred Sisterhood Retreat: https://www.theilluminating.co/sacredsisterhoodretreatlanderaug Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/illuminatingheroes/ Illuminating Heroes: https://www.facebook.com/illuminatingheroes YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HealingAmericaINAmerica LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theilluminatingco/ FOLLOW JUSTIN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinlapree/ LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/The_Illuminating_Co FOLLOW MEGAN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meganlapree/ Heroic Path To Light: https://www.heroicpathtolight.org/ FOLLOW SPENCER COURSEN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s.coursen/ Website: www.SpencerCoursen.com Book: TheSafetyTrap.com Brand: Ronin6.com Business: CoursenSecurityGroup.com SPECIAL THANKS TO Staccato Ranch: https://staccatoranch.com/ SunLife Organics: https://sunlifeorganics.com/ SHARE THIS Do You Have 8 Minutes?: https://www.instagram.com/p/C6m5zDQL3e8/ RECORDING STUDIO Podcast Recorded Studio: Record ATX https://www.recordatx.com/ THEME MUSIC "Underground Moments" by Cushy https://www.epidemicsound.com/artists/cushy/ PODCAST AND VIDEO PRODUCTION Ronin6 Media MAILBAG sgc@CoursenEnterprises.com
GUEST – Charlotte Warren ABOUT CHARLOTTE – Charlotte is a marketing executive and host of the Peasant Party Podcast where she and her guests explore the ever-changing landscape in modern dating and relationships. TOPICS – TikTok vs reality; emotional bumper cars; people's inability to communicate their needs; the truth about ghosting; avoidance as a trauma response; the improper use of therapy-specific language on social media; the origin of the peasant party podcast; “just talking” vs “we're dating” vs “being in a relationship”; the ridiculousness of dating advice buzz-words; the early days of dating apps; online scams to watch out for; “crop-dusting” on dating apps; pros/cons of dating apps; framing and managing expectations; no-ring/no-bring wedding invitations; covert contracts; “spare tire theory;” sunken-costs in relationships; why dating-coach buzzwords are bullshit; what professional matchmakers and casting directors have in common; 5 Questions; and so much more. FOLLOW CHARLOTTE – Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charty805/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlottewarren1/ WELCOME TO THE PEASANT PARTY Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-peasant-party/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/welcometothepeasantparty/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@welcometothepeasantparty YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwGdE-Lr4A4lAvexBieQbZmqEk0Zs3RV2 X: https://x.com/thepeasantparty FOLLOW SPENCER COURSEN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s.coursen/ Website: www.SpencerCoursen.com Book: TheSafetyTrap.com Brand: Ronin6.com Business: CoursenSecurityGroup.com SHOW NOTES This AI Instagram Model Makes $10,000/month: https://www.entrepreneur.com/business-news/this-ai-fitness-model-makes-11000-a-month/465975 SPECIAL THANKS TO Staccato Ranch: https://staccatoranch.com/ SunLife Organics: https://sunlifeorganics.com/ No Fallen Heroes: https://nofallenheroesfoundation.org/ Heroic Path To Light: https://www.heroicpathtolight.org/ Illuminating Heroes: https://www.theilluminating.co/illuminating-heroes WATCH & SHARE Do You Have 8 Minutes?: https://www.instagram.com/p/C6m5zDQL3e8/ RECORDING STUDIO Podcast Recorded Studio: Record ATX https://www.recordatx.com/ THEME MUSIC "Underground Moments" by Cushy https://www.epidemicsound.com/artists/cushy/ PODCAST AND VIDEO PRODUCTION Ronin6 Media GUEST SUBMISSIONS sgc@CoursenEnterprises.com
Today we have the pleasure of talking with Khalil Rafati, the founder of Sunlife Organics, Malibu Beach Yoga, and Riviera Recovery. Khalil is also the author of two incredibly inspiring books, “I Forgot to Die” and “Remembering to Live.” In this episode, Khalil shares his journey through addiction and how he went from working with the rich and famous to living on the streets for 20 months. We dive into what his turning point was during his addition and how he was able to heal himself through health and wellness. Khalil shares so many incredible stories of how he detoxed his body, what daily practices he used to grow, and how he shifted from “wanting to be loved” to “wanting to love.” We also get to hear how he turned his passion for health and wellness into a multi-million dollar company. You can learn more about Khalil Rafati by following him on Instagram HEREShop Sunlife Organics Products HERE“I Forgot to Die” by Khalil Rafati“Remembering to Live” by Khalil RafatiPRODUCTS LINKED:Sunlife Hydration & Beauty PowderSunlife Matcha Tin -100% Organic Ceremonial Grade MatchaLife Cykel - Lion's Mane & Chaga PackNoble Origins - Noble All-in-One ProteinMasa ChipsHu Chocolate BarsNelly Bars Oura RingDude WipesKetone-IQStrong Coffee Company Instant Coffee + Adaptogens CONNECT WITH ME:Follow Wellness Her Way on Instagram for podcast updates: HERE Connect with me on TikTok: HEREConnect with me on Instagram: HERESee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
GUEST: Chris Bova TOPICS Staccato Ranch; SunLife Organics; The Staccato Origin Story; The Importance of Fundamentals; Random Austin Run-Ins; Heroes and Horses; How Life Is Like Driving A Truck; Creating Your Purpose; The Heroes Who Walk Among Us; ABOUT CHRIS Chris Bova is a Marine and SOF veteran with extensive experience in paramilitary defense contracting, business development, team leadership, program management, and veteran advocacy. Most recently, Chris was a program manager with Heroes and Horses, a Montana-based program helping veterans overcome physical and mental scars from combat without relying on medications or traditional therapy. Today, Chris serves as the Director of Business Development at the newly opened, state-of-the-art, members-only range, factory, and Staccato Headquarters, known as “The Staccato Ranch” in Florence, Texas. FOLLOW CHRIS Website: https://staccatoranch.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alwaysforward1/ FOLLOW SPENCER COURSEN Spencer's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s.coursen/ Spencer's Website: www.SpencerCoursen.com Spencer's Book: TheSafetyTrap.com Spencer's Brand: Ronin6.com Spencer's Company: CoursenSecurityGroup.com SHOW NOTES Staccato Ranch: https://staccatoranch.com/ SunlifeOrganics: https://sunlifeorganics.com/ Staccato 2011: https://staccato2011.com/ I Forgot To Die, by Khalil Rafati: https://a.co/d/csxO2R4 Mans Search for Meaning, by Viktor E. Frankl: https://a.co/d/bk93iYp The Obstacle is the Way, by Ryan Holiday: https://a.co/d/gGvBANL RECORDING STUDIO Podcast Recorded Studio: Record ATX https://www.recordatx.com/ THEME MUSIC "Underground Moments" by Cushy https://www.epidemicsound.com/artists/cushy/ PODCAST AND VIDEO PRODUCTION Ronin6 Media GUEST SUBMISSIONS sgc@CoursenEnterprises.com
Wellness + Wisdom Episode 633 What story are you living? Are you writing your own or living someone else's? Deep down, are you living the life that you desire? In this special replay of episode 439, Josh Trent speaks with the Owner of SunLife Organics and Author of the best-selling book, I Forgot to Die, as well as his newest release, Remembering to Live, Khalil Rafati, shares his incredible healing journey from homeless to limitless, breaks down the concept of learned helplessness, explains why pain and struggle can be powerful teachers, unpacks his own plant medicine experience, and explores how to heal the body and mind with nutrients and spirituality. "You get taught that you are something but the truth is, it's not true and it's just a story. It could be a story that people told to you and then you start telling that story enough to yourself until you get to this place where you truly believe, 'That's it for me.' That's not it; it's false. At any moment, you can be in so much pain that you can literally change in an instant. You can turn and pivot and go in another direction." - Khalil Rafati ❄️ Biohack Your Mind & Body with Plunge Ice Baths! Save $150 on your PLUNGE order with code "WELLNESSFORCE" As seen on Shark Tank, Plunge's revolutionary Cold Plunge uses powerful cooling, filtration, and sanitation to give you cold, clean water whenever you want it, making it far superior to an ice bath or chest freezer. ☀️ Live Life Well from Sunrise to Sunset Save 20% with code "WELLNESSFORCE" on everyone's favorite Superfoods brand, ORGANIFI, including their Sunrise to Sunset Bundle and their Women's Power Stack that includes HARMONY + GLOW for true hormonal balance and great health radiating through your beautiful skin. Click HERE to order your Organifi today.
GUEST: Electra Stone TOPICS: Tarantino and film foot fetishes; functional wellness; Hollywood; emigrating to the US as a teenager; being a twin; navigating early childhood trauma; emotional addiction; heart-led leadership; radical self-honesty; the code to love; and so much more. KNOWN FOR: Hollywood Actress and Film Producer turned Founder of The Amar Method. ABOUT ELECTRA Hollywood Actress and Film Producer turned Founder and Functional Leadership Coach, Electra Stone is reshaping the conversation around Consciousness. As the Founder of The Amar Method, Electra combines the understanding of our quantum entanglement with conscious awareness. Through her work, Electta is on a mission to help individuals take charge of their lives by building a bridge from the mind to the heart. SHOW NOTES Alive and Well: https://aliveandwell.health/ #753 – “What Went Wrong With America” – Tim Kennedy on Modern Wisdom with Chris Williamson: https://chriswillx.com/podcast/ SunLife Organics: https://sunlifeorganics.com/ Becoming Supernatural, by Dr. Joe Dispenza https://a.co/d/h0eArKW Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself, by Joe Dispenza https://a.co/d/ggazuFz FOLLOW ELECTRA Electra's Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/electra.stone.love Electra's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/electra-stone/ Electra's IMDB:https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2415526/ THE AMAR METHOD www.amaraustin.com theamarmethod.com https://www.youtube.com/@Amar_Wellness FOLLOW SPENCER COURSEN Spencer's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s.coursen Spencer's Website: www.SpencerCoursen.com RECORDING STUDIO Podcast Recorded Studio: Record ATX https://www.recordatx.com/ THEME MUSIC "Underground Moments" by Cushy https://www.epidemicsound.com/artists/cushy/ PODCAST AND VIDEO PRODUCTION Ronin6 Media and Lauren Brown HEAD OF OPERATIONS Lauren Brown GUEST BOOKING Lauren Brown SPECIAL THANKS Lauren Brown (IG @laurenelizabethb)
Guest: Khalil Rafati Known For: Owner, SunLife Organics; Author; Public Speaker; Entrepreneur; Investor Topics: Addiction as a superpower; the importance of personal responsibility; the societal condition of learned helplessness; rehab as “drug college”; the simple and selfless act of service that changed his life in an instant, the privilege of getting to workout with the greatest trainer on the planet (@KellyMathews); his memories of being mentored by the great Wayne Kramer; the philosophy of doing good things (but not getting caught); and so much more. ABOUT KHALIL RAFATI From the streets of Skid Row to the beaches of Malibu, entrepreneur Khalil Rafati became the hero of his own story. After years of struggling with addiction, Khalil got himself clean, transformed his life, and then he quite literally put his money where his mouth is by opening SunLife Organics - a health food and juice store that has become a favorite of A-listers and wellness fanatics alike. Since then, he's grown his business and authored two books based on his experiences and philosophy, “I Forgot To Die” and “Remembering To Live'.' From homeless and addicted to a millionaire business, Khalil's journey is a testament to his work ethic. his hunger, and his drive to become 1% better every day. FOLLOW KHALIL Khalil's Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/khalilrafati SunLife Organics: https://sunlifeorganics.com/ Khalil's Trainer, Kelly Matthews: https://www.instagram.com/kellylmatthews/ Join Ladder: https://www.joinladder.com/team/limitless?utm_medium=coach-acquisition&utm_source=instagram&utm_campaign=link-in-bio&utm_term=kelly-2023&utm_content=limitlesss KHALIL'S BOOKS “I Forgot to Die” https://a.co/d/9jA4Zlj “Remembering to Live” https://a.co/d/aWxhLvE BOLT by TenThousand: https://www.tenthousand.cc/collections/bolt FOLLOW SPENCER COURSEN IG https://www.instagram.com/s.coursen Twitter X: https://twitter.com/spencercoursen TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@s.coursen Website: www.SpencerCoursen.com SHOW NOTES Ketone IQ: https://hvmn.com/products/ketone Elemental Health CBD Gummies: https://elementhealthsupply.com/collections/softgels-gummies/products/full-spectrum-cbd-softgel MASA Chips: https://www.masachips.com/ Filmed on Location at Record ATX: https://www.recordatx.com/ Remembering Guitarist Wayne Kramer, Founder of the MC5: https://www.npr.org/2024/02/09/1230071788/remembering-guitarist-wayne-kramer-founder-of-the-mc5 Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It by Kamal Ravikant: https://a.co/d/1RP838q Theme Music: "Underground Moments" by Cushy: https://www.epidemicsound.com/artists/cushy/ Podcast Production: Ronin6 Media SPECIAL THANKS Lauren Brown (IG @laurenelizabethb) Ronin6.com TheSafetyTrap.com CoursenSecurityGroup.com
Khalil Rafati is an entrepreneur. He is a former drug addict who has been sober for 20 years. He started SunLife Organics in 2011, and it has since expanded to 10+ locations around the United States. 0:00 Intro 1:29 Khalil's Message To The World 13:48 When Did Khalil Start Telling Himself A New Story? 19:00 Mom Got Sick 22:43 Scarcity To Abundance 30:23 How To Become A Better Communicator 36:54 Letting Go Of Resentment 44:44 What If You Were Enough? 50:21 Why So Vulnerable? 53:22 Conscious Breakup 1:05:45 How Does Khalil Want To Be Remembered? Khalil's Links Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khalilrafati SunLife Organics: https://sunlifeorganics.com/
Today Jeannine interviews Khalil Rafati. Originally from Ohio, Khalil ended up homeless, shooting heroin and coke on skid row in LA. Living that way for years, Khalil ended up 109 pounds and had picked his face so badly part of his nose was missing. Through a musicians fund Khalil was able to go to rehab, get clean and change his life. He started washing cars and working in treatment, and eventually developed the brand Sunlife Organics, with 10 locations nationwide. Now a literal multi-millionaire, Khalil believes addiction is a super power and can be our greatest secret weapon in life. This episode will inspire you to leverage your fortitude in addiction into success in sobriety. Connect with Khalil on Instagram Connect with Jeannine on Instagram Connect with Chasing Heroine on TikTok --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeannine-coulter-lindgren/message
When you listen to Khalil Rafati's story you'll likely be in disbelief. At 33, he was broke and broken. At 109lbs, he had spent the past several years battling a serious drug problem, which ultimately derailed him and left him on the streets of California. His battle with drug addiction sent him on a downward spiral with no end in sight. It wasn't until June 18th, 2003, when Khalil finally snapped. He had reached the end of the road and decided enough was enough: he had to get sober. He tossed all of his prescriptions in the trash and left the hospital, accepting an impending struggle. The next few days left him in the darkest place of his life. The absence of the prescriptions and heroin left him on his knees - in the darkest place of his life. It was the beginning of his turnaround, but it didn't come without a cost. The pain he suffered through those withdrawals propelled him forward. He surrendered to God and began making some serious changes in his life. After getting sober, Khalil began to reconstruct his life and now he's a successful entrepreneur, owning the smoothie bar, Sunlife Organics, author of the book I Forgot to Die, and angel investor in several incredible brands. Our conversation with Khalil was moving. It's a powerful story of overcoming adversity and committing to a healthy life. We talk about how he incorporated animal-based nutrition into his diet to anchor his health as he began to rebuild his life into one he could never have dreamed of just a few years prior. We hope you enjoy!SPONSORS Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It's a daily product for us! Fold App - Earn Bitcoin on all of your purchases by using the Fold Debit Card - it's simple, easy, and a fun way to earn bitcoin as you spend money on healthy foods! Use code MEATMAFIA to earn 100,000 sats when you sign up for Fold's FREE bitcoin rewards debit card & spend $20 with the card. NOBLE ORIGINS Complete and simple, animal-based protein powder with an organ blend for additional nutrition! AFFILIATES LMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb diet The Carnivore Bar - CODE MAFIA for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican Bar Perennial Pastures - 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & Montana Farrow Skincare - Use the CODE 'MAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFF Heart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA10' for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins! Carnivore Crisps - 10% OFF - Carnivore / Animal-based snacks for eating healthy on the go! CODE: MEATMAFIA Pluck Seasoning - 10% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! CODE: MAFIA We Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! CODE 'MEATMAFIA25'
In this week's episode of the Align Podcast, Khalil shares his experiences with addiction, abuse and his eventual journey to sobriety. He also dives into how the traumatic experiences in his life shaped him to be the person he is today. We talk about the meaning of intimacy, the power of therapy and the importance of healing our inner child. We also discuss the societal stigmas around crying, how the ego can negatively influence our decisions and whether the law of attraction actually exists. At 33 years old, Khalil Rafati weighed 109 pounds and was living on the streets of Skid Row in downtown Los Angeles, addicted to heroin and cocaine. With nowhere to go but up, he decided to get sober. Then he discovered juicing. Now, Khalil Rafati is a speaker, author, and health & wellness entrepreneur. He is the owner of SunLife Organics, a rapidly growing chain of popular juice and smoothie bars in the United States. Additionally, he is the author of the best-selling book "I Forgot to Die" as well as his newest release "Remembering to Live." He also founded Malibu Beach Yoga and Riviera Recovery, a transitional living facility for drug addicts and alcoholics. Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens: For a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase, go to: athleticgreens.com/align. To start the FREE TRIAL of the Align Method Program, head to https://www.alignpodcast.com/amp
Today we discuss what it means to be broke and indulge in luxury in Los Angeles. Shoutout to Equinox, SunLife Organics, Ten Thousand Santa Monica, Urth Caffé, Taco Bell, Wi Spa Lululemon, Chipotle, Gold's Gym, Brookstone, the Glendale Galleria, juice bars, and the 18 year old McDonald's employee who hooks it up on the weekends. JOIN THE PATREON FOR THE SECOND HALF OF THIS CONVERSATION! patreon.com/theidahour(bonus episodes each week)
Today's guest is Khalil Rafati, the founder of the renowned smoothie bar and juice chain Sunlife Organics. He possesses one of the most insane and inspiring recovery stories I have ever encountered. In Khalil's darkest moments, he found himself hopeless and homeless on Skid Row in LA. Miraculously, he managed to crawl his way out of that difficult situation, seek treatment, and ultimately find sobriety. Through the relentless pursuit of personal growth, finding purpose, and self-discovery, Khalil has attained nearly two decades of sobriety and is living the life of his dreams. However, his recovery journey has not always been easy, marked by numerous ups and downs that we delve into deeply today. We explore Khalil's gripping story, tracing his path from homelessness on Skid Row to achieving long-term sobriety. We also dive into the challenges of early sobriety and how Khalil's responsibility of caring for his dying mother provided the necessary focus for his recovery. Khalil shares why he believes being an addict is a superpower and credits it for his ability to build the empire of Sunlife Organics without any formal education or experience. Furthermore, we discuss his healing journey, including how he transformed his relationship with external validation and fame and much more! Thanks to today's sponsor: Just Thrive: https://justthrivehealth.com/ Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 01:15 Becoming Khalil 3.0 06:36 Addiction is a superpower 12:55 Fame and external validation 17:17 Khalili gets humbled 23:33 Morning routine 27:32 Homeless on skid row 34:53 Early sobriety 39:09 How did success impact his recovery? 42:31 Becoming Khalil 4.0 47:55 Advice for addicts who are newly sober Episode Resources: Khalil | Instagram, Website ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you've consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov
In life, there are a lot of things that are beyond our control. And that's especially true when we're young. If you grew up without having any support from your parents, what can you do? Today's guest, Khalil Rafati, is a true inspiration and living proof that no matter how challenging life can seem, there's always a way to transform yourself. Despite growing up homeless and struggling with drug addiction, Khalil found a way to overcome his challenges and create a life beyond his wildest dreams. Khalil has gone on to become an author, speaker, and founder of Malibu Beach Yoga and SunLife Organics, a rapidly growing chain of health food cafes. In today's episode, he shares powerful insights on navigating financial, emotional, and physical challenges. You'll discover how to leverage your addictions (because we all have them) to propel you toward success and learn how to reframe setbacks as opportunities for growth, so you can bounce back stronger than ever. KEY TAKEAWAYS Suffering can teach you valuable lessons if you're willing to listen. How to recognize and leverage your addictions to achieve your goals. Why intelligence is not the most important trait for achieving success. The quality of your self-talk determines the quality of your outcomes. Khalil's mindset that helped him go from being a homeless drug addict to a self-made multimillionaire. The tricks restaurants use to cash in on the “100% organic” trend and why not all organic claims are created equal. Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/476 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube
On this episode, I get to chat with Crista Aladjadjian. Crista Aladjadjian is a former chef and restaurant operator who is now an industry leader in digital marketing and media. After helping concepts like Umami Burger and SunLife Organics become the beloved restaurants they are today, Crista stepped into the world of food media as the Culinary Director of We Are Cocina. Through Cocina she became an expert in storytelling, content distribution, media monetization, and branding. Today she's built an incredible roster of clients that include Chef Aarón Sánchez of MasterChef, Chef Daniel Shemtob of Food Network and Tastemade, the Emeril Legasse Foundation, multiple award-winning brand The Lime Truck, and more. She is also the CEO and Founder of Mezze Origin Spices, a newly launched spice company inspired by her deep love of travel and culture. In this episode we talk about what makes good food marketing and why it is so important to any food-based business. We also talk about her career, working with different brands and much more. Check out mezzespices.com for more on Crista's spice brand! Follow her work at wearecocina.com Follow her on instagram @cristamarieani Subscribe to the newsletter at linecookthoughts.com
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At 33 years old, Khalil Rafati weighed 109 pounds and was living on the streets of Skid Row in downtown Los Angeles, addicted to heroin and cocaine. With nowhere to go but up, he decided to get sober. Then he discovered juicing. Now a yoga instructor and owner of Sunlife Organics, Rafati is called the ‘Malibu Juice Magnate' and wrote his own harrowing book, ‘I Forgot To Die.' He recently moved to Austin to expand the Sunlife Organics presence and has continued to be an inspiration to all.*Restore Hyper Wellness neither endorses nor is responsible for the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, advice, or statement made on the podcast by anyone other than authorized Restore Hyper Wellness employees. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only: Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions. In no way does listening, reading, emailing or interacting on social media with our content establish a doctor-patient relationship.
Most people don't want to change. But if you really want to change, you have to do the work. What's the work? Listen to this podcast episode to find out! Put these 3 things into practice and I promise you, you will look in the mirror one day (sooner than you think) and you'll barely recognize yourself. Khalil Rafati is the founder of SunLife Organics. It's not just a smoothie or a juice shop. It's a place for transformation and human connection, a place where people can go and really feel truly that they're loved and that they matter. He has an amazing and powerful story. In this conversation with Khalil you'll hear how he went from the lowest of lows (living on the streets of Skid Row in downtown Los Angeles, addicted to heroin and cocaine) to how he got sober, and over time how he changed and grew into the man he is today. I can't wait to share this conversation with you. Enjoy! Connect with Khalil: Website: https://sunlifeorganics.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khalilrafati If you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave a review on whatever platform you use for podcasts? It really helps spread the word and inspire other moms. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me and you JUST MIGHT change the life of someone else who needs to hear these messages. Episode webpage: https://beinspiredmama.com/12 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beinspiredmama/message
If you live in California or even here in Austin, you might've heard about a rapidly growing juice and smoothie bar called SunLife Organics. In this week's episode of The Higher Self, we interview the founder himself, Khalil Rafati! Khalil's story is a heartbreaking one - he was a high school dropout, convicted felon, and former heroin and crack addict, who struggled for multiple years until finally finding the light in recovery. In this episode, you'll hear more about Khalil's childhood, struggle, and what steps he took to finally the light in the darkness. We hope you enjoy this episode, and please do leave a comment/review saying how you've been enjoying our most recent episodes! _________ Khalil Rafati: Khalil Rafati is a speaker, author, and health & wellness entrepreneur. Today, he is the owner of SunLife Organics, a rapidly growing chain of popular juice and smoothie bars in the United States. Additionally, he is the author of the best-selling book "I Forgot to Die" as well as his newest release "Remembering to Live." He also founded Malibu Beach Yoga and Riviera Recovery, a transitional living facility for drug addicts and alcoholics. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khalilrafati/ SunLife Organics: https://sunlifeorganics.com/ I Forgot to Die: https://www.amazon.com/I-Forgot-Die-Khalil-Rafati/dp/1619613743 _________ Join Our 2023 Exclusive Events List – https://www.dannymorel.com/awaken Apply For Danny's Inner Circle – https://www.dannymorel.com/innercircle-apply Connect with Danny: Website | https://www.dannymorel.com/ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dannymorel/ LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannymorel/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/Danny.Morel.Page
If you live in California or even here in Austin, you might've heard about a rapidly growing juice and smoothie bar called SunLife Organics. In this week's episode of The Higher Self, we interview the founder himself, Khalil Rafati! Khalil's story is a heartbreaking one - he was a high school dropout, convicted felon, and former heroin and crack addict, who struggled for multiple years until finally finding the light in recovery. In this episode, you'll hear more about Khalil's childhood, struggle, and what steps he took to finally the light in the darkness. We hope you enjoy this episode, and please do leave a comment/review saying how you've been enjoying our most recent episodes! _________ Khalil Rafati: Khalil Rafati is a speaker, author, and health & wellness entrepreneur. Today, he is the owner of SunLife Organics, a rapidly growing chain of popular juice and smoothie bars in the United States. Additionally, he is the author of the best-selling book "I Forgot to Die" as well as his newest release "Remembering to Live." He also founded Malibu Beach Yoga and Riviera Recovery, a transitional living facility for drug addicts and alcoholics. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khalilrafati/ SunLife Organics: https://sunlifeorganics.com/ I Forgot to Die: https://www.amazon.com/I-Forgot-Die-Khalil-Rafati/dp/1619613743 _________ Join Our 2023 Exclusive Events List – https://www.dannymorel.com/awaken Apply For Danny's Inner Circle – https://www.dannymorel.com/innercircle-apply Connect with Danny: Website | https://www.dannymorel.com/ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dannymorel/ LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannymorel/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/Danny.Morel.Page
Khalil Rafati is the founder of Sunlife Organics, and has an intense and powerful story of overcoming heroin and cocaine addiction. He has turned his life into a true testament of what is possible, as he is also the founder of Riviera Recovery, the founder of 13 Sunlife Organics stores and counting, founder of Malibu Beach Yoga, and the author of the unforgettable memoir, “I Forgot To Die.” Listen for what have been the most powerful influences and moments in his overcome story, and find more here with the TED talk referenced by Justin. Enjoy this episode? Then don't miss the story of Jeffrey Meadows, episode 12! Join the Fight for the Forgotten Fight Club Thanks to Onnit for sponsoring this episode! Visit https://www.onnit.com/overcome or use code “Overcome” for 10% off. Hot Pie Media is an on-demand digital audio/video entertainment network with interests primarily in the creation of original, relevant, and entertaining podcasts. https://hotpiemedia.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Khalil Rafati is the owner of SunLife Organics, a super-successful chain of organic juice bars with outlets in California, Texas, and Arizona. Today, Khalil is all about eating organically and maximizing longevity, but his journey to health and sobriety has been long and tortuous. As a former addict, Khalil perfected his smoothie-making technique while experimenting with ways to regain his strength in recovery. Eventually, his passion for clean living and organic superfoods led to the creation of a multi-million dollar business and resulted in a life full of health, happiness, and abundance.
You get taught that you are something but the truth is, it's not true and it's just a story. It could be a story that people told to you and then you start telling that story enough to yourself until you get to this place where you truly believe, 'That's it for me.' That's not it; it's false. At any moment, you can be in so much pain that you can literally change in an instant. You can turn and pivot and go in another direction. - Khalil Rafati Are You Stressed Out Lately? Take a deep breath with the M21™ wellness guide: a simple yet powerful 21 minute morning system that melts stress and gives you more energy through 6 science-backed practices and breathwork. Click HERE to download for free. Is Your Energy Low? Get more superfoods to improve your energy, digestion, gut health plus also reduce inflammation and blood sugar. Click HERE to try Paleovalley's Apple Cider Vinegar Complex + Save 15% with the code 'JOSH' *Review The WF Podcast & WIN $150 in wellness prizes! *Join The Facebook Group Wellness + Wisdom Episode 439 Owner of SunLife Organics, and Author of the best-selling book, I Forgot to Die, as well as his newest release, Remembering to Live, Khalil Rafati, shares his incredible healing journey from homeless to limitless, breaks down the concept of learned helplessness, explains why pain and struggle can be powerful teachers, unpacks his own plant medicine experience, and explores how to heal the body and mind with nutrients and spirituality. What story are you living? Are you writing your own or living someone else's? Deep down, are you living the life that you desire? Feel Free with Botanic TonicsCLICK HERE TO PURCHASE A feel good wellness tonic of ancient plants from the South Pacific and Southeast Asia where they've been used socially and in wellness for centuries. Experience a new way to feel good and feel free. This is by far the BEST wellness tonic I've ever had for alleviating the symptoms of stress from our modern world. Save 40% off Feel Free: Use discount coupon code “WELLNESS40” at checkout. Listen To Episode 439 As Khalil Rafati Uncovers: [1:30] The Origins of SunLife Organics Khalil Rafati SunLife Organics Malibu Beach Yoga Riviera Recovery I Forgot to Die by Khalil Rafati Remembering to Live by Khalil Rafati Be Here Now by Ram Das Gabor Maté Why, according to Gabor Maté, addiction is because of a disconnection from self. Khalil's own wellness journey and where it has brought him today. Why he chose the name and the lotus for SunLife Organics' brand image and how it relates to his story. How divine feminine energy led him to SunLife Organics. What intelligence really is and you don't have to be book smart to be successful. How he became burnt out from working in restaurants but then his love for smoothie shops brought him back to the industry. 431 David Wolfe The walls he kept facing on his journey to opening the first SunLife Organics location. 361 Luke Storey Specific moments when God or Source has been there for him and has helped him in times of dire need. [24:00] Healing Our Inner Wounds Answering the question, "Do we have to experience pain to grow and know love?" Eben Britton The deep questions and thoughts that come to Khalil's mind sometimes that are part of his humble growth process. Why hitting rock bottom and stumbling have helped him experience the most incredible breakthroughs. Alan Watts Khalil's and Josh's own father wounds and why many men are healing from this too. Exploring what God or Source could be and why Khalil feels like it is divine feminine energy. Paul Chek | All is God Khalil's top advice for living life well and achieving your goals. 438 Justin Donald The value of getting to the point where your money is making money for you every day. How Josh now sees wellness and it's not a square but a pentagon that includes emotional, physical, mental, spiritual, and financial health. Why our money wounds tend to stem from those that our parents or caregivers had when we were children. [32:30] Healing Khalil's Childhood Trauma The moment that Khalil finally left Ohio and why it was such a powerful moment for him. The truth that was shown to Khalil when all his father said to him when he was about to drive to California was, "Good luck." How Khalil has tried to help his father as much as he could over the years and the difficult moment when Khalil told him to stop asking for money. The suspicion Khalil had that his mother didn't have the bandwidth to love him because she had Stockholm Syndrome. Why Khalil is thankful for his experience with drugs and alcohol as they were eventually part of his wellness journey to healing. The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho How his journey to California led him to meet and work with all of these famous people from Elizabeth Taylor to Slash and Axel Rose. The varying degrees of trauma in life from lower case 't' to capital 'T' and the fact that we all experience some form of trauma in life. Khalil's turning point to finally be able to focus on healing his addiction after trying for so long. The full own systemic infection and yeast overgrowth Khalil had because of his poor oral health. [34:00] Khalil's Spiritual Journey to Building a Relationship with God Why Khalil detested his parents' religions so much and the Catholicism practices he was taught in school as a child and just pushed any spiritual or religious idea to the side until he started to heal as an adult. How Khalil's mindset shifted dramatically to see God and spirituality in a more positive light as he prayed for his healing. Powerful moments in Khalil's life where people have helped him on his path to healing physically, mentally, and spiritually. The obstacle Khalil faced of trying to figure out what he was going to do and where he was going to stay once he got out of rehab. Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse The little things Khalil started to do to try to be a good samaritan as he built his relationship with God. Why addiction can be a spectrum from our phones to food to porn to drugs. Josh's own addiction to porn and how a poor Ayahuasca ceremony took him beyond the edge and his healing journey from that. 275 Paul Chek [55:30] From Helplessness to Humility What learned helplessness is and how we can turn it into learned humility. How our parents, partners, and even the school system can teach us learned helplessness. Why the school system failed Khalil as a child and told him all these negative things about him. Subtle programming that happens to children whose families live on welfare and what Josh's experience was like in the 1980s. Why learned helplessness is not true; it's a story that we're taught. The fact that anyone can be in so much pain that they can change things in their life in an instant. Why Khalil does not see himself as a spiritual person and he has yet to master humility in his relationship with God. How we mature through life and at some point have to take sole sovereignty for ourselves and everything - good or bad - that is happening in our lives. Why he thinks it's better to not know what you want to do with your life at 25 than to actually know: the journey is the destination and you're supposed to struggle. His past girlfriends and the ups and downs he faced with them as he struggled with his own demons. Some of the best advice a close friend gave him about letting go of issues that aren't serving us. [1:07:30] Which Inner 'Wolf' Are You Feeding? The Native American story of the "two wolves." Joe Dispenza Bruce Lipton Tony Robbins Mel Robbins Dr. Kyra Bobinet The fact that whatever you put your focus towards - good or bad - it will grow. How you can shift your subconscious thoughts from negative to positive ones. The Secret trailer Think and Grow Rich trailer Psycho-Cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz How feeding the "good wolf" within led to an incredible transformation for Khalil's health, career, relationships, and beyond. Khalil's regular biohacking practices during this transformation including saunas, niacin, dry brushing, and cold showers. [1:15:30] Why Pain & Struggle are Great Teachers Around the Year with Emmet Fox: A Book of Daily Readings The early stages of how Khalil got back on his feet with the help of other people. His introduction to the world of saving and investing money. Other forms of addiction like watching a movie over and over again or becoming obsessed with the stock market. How Khalil lost all of his money in one night because he didn't sell in the market at the right moment. The incredible moment when Around the Year with Emmet Fox: A Book of Daily Readings was brought back into his life after he lost everything and how it has helped him find solace. Josh's own experience with losing money in cryptocurrency and the message that came to him from Khalil's book. The power of financial wisdom and why it's about finding the middle way; not being greedy. Lao Tzu How moments of pain, discomfort, and struggle can bring us to great wisdom. His process of compassion and inquiry of self when he is faced with something difficult. How his girlfriend, friends, and random downloads from time to time help him see the reality of what he thinks is happening. Making peace when things that we perceive as "bad" happen to us but then they really don't make that much of a difference in our lives. Why, even if we hit zero or rock bottom, we can safely know that we'll be all right and we can come back in life. [1:33:00] Healing The Body & Mind from Within The fact that 90% if not more of the thoughts we experience about events we perceive as negative when in reality they're neutral. How we make sense of moments when we're attacking ourselves and how to heal from that. The daily self-care practices Khalil does regularly to help his mental health. breathwork.io How simply changing your posture to either be closed or open can release cortisol or serotonin and dopamine. 436 Dr. John Lieurance MitoZen Wellness Force Store 401 JW Ross Feel Free by Botanic Tonics 400 Cal Callahan [1:40:00] The Right Timing (If Right for You) to Try Plant Medicine The importance of waiting to try something like Feel Free (kava and kratom) or plant medicine if you are newly sober. Khalil's experience being sober for 18.5 years and that personal process for him. The spiritual pride he developed around being "Sober Guy" and why he used to be offended when people suggested plant medicine or any other healing drugs. Michael Pollan Ben Greenfield How Khalil has helped other people heal and become sober plus incredible stories of men he thought would never change but then they experienced plant medicine journeys. Similarities he kept seeing pop up like seeing specific animals in groups of three plus the powerful symbols of animals. 425 Alyson Charles The moment Khalil tried plant medicine for the first time and though he was nervous as a former addict, he knew it was time and something he was supposed to do for his healing journey. Why Khalil would not advise anyone newly recovering from drug addiction (0-10 years sober) to try plant medicine. [1:51:00] Using Plant Medicine Responsibly Why it's so important to use other tools like breathwork, therapy, float tanks, or journaling to help you heal trauma before you even consider doing plant medicine. The dangers of doing plant medicine ceremonies, especially ill-prepared ones, all the time. Why it's not good to do a plant medicine ceremony for only the purpose of getting high; in that scenario, you're basically a drug addict. What can happen if a plant medicine ceremony goes wrong like it did for Josh and why it's so important to be financially stable to help you should you need it. Why you have to look out for unearned wisdom when you try Ayahuasca. Tim Ferriss:An Urgent Plea to Users of Psychedelics: Let's Consider a More Ethical Menu of Plants and Compounds The importance of holding yourself with loving awareness when you go into a plant medicine ceremony. Why it's not spiritual to have multiple partners; the sacred reunion lies in monogamy no matter your sexual orientation. The power of love and why it's greater than anything else in the world. Why they love living in Austin, Texas so much, especially for its welcoming community. The downside of fame and why it's basically a prison mentally, emotionally, and physically. [2:11:00] The Healing Power of Community Unpacking what suffering and shame really are and how to move through it. His advice for anyone trying to recover from addiction for the first time. How doing group workouts and suffering with other people made him realize that pushing through these hard things isn't really suffering when you have community. Why anyone can heal, succeed, and find happiness if they really want to go after their goals. The powerful truth that we all get what we want but you have to figure out what that is and take action to make it come true. What wellness means to Khalil after all of the experiences he has had in life. How he sets healthy boundaries for himself and his schedule. Khalil's own self-awareness about what he posts on Instagram and how that impacts him and those who follow his feed. Power Quotes From The Show What Pain Has Personally Taught Khalil "In my life, pain truly is the touchstone of all spiritual growth. I personally cannot find the humility or the intelligence or the inspiration to have great breakthroughs; I'm just not wired like that. I have to fall down flat on my face or mess up in order to grow, succeed, and have that humility. Other people do not have to experience rock bottom like I did to do the inner work and begin healing but that was and still is my wellness journey." - Khalil Rafati Become the Author of Your Own Story "At a certain point in your life, you cannot rely on your parents anymore. You have to live in sovereignty and take full responsibility for everything that is going on in your life whether it's good or bad. You have to realize that you are the author of your own book of life. The good news is that there is a God or Source that you can turn to when you need it and if you go into your day with an attitude of gratitude, you're going to attract amazing things in your life." - Khalil Rafati The Destination Is The Journey "I didn't start SunLife Organics until I was 41 and I know people who at 25 are stressed that they don't know what they want to do with their life. If you knew what you wanted to do with the rest of your life at 25, I would be scared for you because the destination is the journey. You're supposed to struggle, be confused, be disenchanted, and go through hardships in life to grow, learn who you are, and find out what you want." - Khalil Rafati Links From Today's Show SunLife Organics Malibu Beach Yoga Riviera Recovery I Forgot to Die by Khalil Rafati Remembering to Live by Khalil Rafati Be Here Now by Ram Das Gabor Maté 431 David Wolfe 361 Luke Storey Eben Britton Alan Watts Paul Chek | All is God 438 Justin Donald The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse 275 Paul Chek Joe Dispenza Bruce Lipton Tony Robbins Mel Robbins Dr. Kyra Bobinet The Secret trailer Think and Grow Rich trailer Psycho-Cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz Around the Year with Emmet Fox: A Book of Daily Readings Lao Tzu 436 Dr. John Lieurance MitoZen 401 JW Ross 400 Cal Callahan Michael Pollan Ben Greenfield 425 Alyson Charles Tim Ferriss:An Urgent Plea to Users of Psychedelics: Let's Consider a More Ethical Menu of Plants and Compounds Shop the Wellness Force Store breathwork.io Paleovalley – Save 15% on your ACV Complex with the code ‘JOSH' Seeking Health - Save 10% with the code 'JOSH' Organifi – Special 20% off to our listeners with the code ‘WELLNESSFORCE' Drink LMNT – Zero Sugar Hydration: Get your free LMNT Sample Pack, you only cover the cost of shipping Botanic Tonics – Save 40% when you use the code ‘WELLNESS40' Essential Oil Wizardry: Save 10% with the code 'WELLNESSFORCE' Cured Nutrition – Get 15% off of your order when you visit wellnessforce.com/cured + use the code ‘WELLNESSFORCE' M21 Wellness Guide Wellness Force Community Leave Wellness Force a review on iTunes Khalil Rafati Instagram About Khalil Rafati Khalil Rafati is a speaker, author, and health & wellness entrepreneur. Today, he is the owner of SunLife Organics, a rapidly growing chain of popular juice and smoothie bars in the United States. Additionally, he is the author of the best-selling book "I Forgot to Die" as well as his newest release "Remembering to Live." He also founded Malibu Beach Yoga and Riviera Recovery, a transitional living facility for drug addicts and alcoholics.
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#398: On today's episode we are joined for a third time by our friend Khalil Rafati. Khalil is an author, speaker, and health-fitness entrepreneur. He is the owner of SunLife Organics, a rapidly growing chain of popular juice and smoothie bars in California, Texas, and Arizona. Khalil joins us to discuss how we can improve our life and overcome any tough circumstances with a positive mindset and the right daily habits. We also discuss sobriety and effective paths to sobriety. We end by discussing the sober October challenge to try and inspire listeners to get involved. To connect with Lauryn Evarts click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To Call the Him & Her Hotline call: 1-833-SKINNYS (754-6697) This episode is brought to you by The Skinny Confidential The Hot Mess Ice Roller is here to help you contour, tighten, and de-puff your facial skin and It's paired alongside the Ice Queen Facial Oil which is packed with anti-oxidants that penetrates quickly to help hydrate, firm, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, leaving skin soft and supple. To check them out visit www.shopskinnyconfidential.com now. This episode is brought to you by Public Goods Public Goods is the one stop shop for sustainable, high quality everyday essentials made from clean ingredients at an affordable price. Everything from coffee to toilet paper & shampoo to pet food. Public Goods is your new everything store, thoughtfully designed for the conscious consumer. Receive $15 doff your first Public Goods order with NO MINIMUM purchase at www.publicgoods.com/skinny or use code SKINNY at checkout. This episode is brought to you by Coinbase Crypto currency might feel like a secret or exclusive club, but Coinbase believes that everyone, everywhere should be able to get in the door. Whether you've been trading for years or just getting started, Coinbase can help. For a limited time new users can get $10 in free Bitcoin when you sign up today at www.coinbase.com/skinny This episode is brought to you by Nutrafol Nutrafol's goal is to empower women to embrace the beauty of their hair growth recovery with Nutrafol Postpartum by targeting the root causes of postpartum thinning hair-like the physical stress of childbirth and emotional stress of parenting, as well nutrient depletion. Visit www.nutrafol.com and use promo code SKINNY to save $15 off your first month's subscription and free shipping. This episode is brought to you by Pique Tea Daily immune the the best Vitamin C that's maximized for absorption. It's our daily go to for radiant glowy skin, healthy aging, and immune support. It tastes delicious, like candy for adults. Visit www.piquetea.com and use code SKINNY for 5% off + Free shipping on your first order. Produced by Dear Media
Inspired. If Khalil does one thing on this podcast, he'll leave you feeling inspired.From growing up experiencing a variety of abusive relationships, to living under a bridge and addicted to nearly everything under the sun, to living a life beyond his wildest dreams… Khalil Rafati shows what's possible, regardless of one's circumstances.During this conversation, I asked Khalil if he ever misses the feeling of ‘serenity' that heroin and other drugs provided him with, and his answer… “No, because I discovered and made peace with the why behind these unhealthy choices – my pain, unresolved trauma, lack of self-worth.” Tune in to learn how he did just this.Khalil and I dive into…→ An intimate and vulnerable glimpse into Khalil's abusive upbringing.→ The cycle of feeling inferior and how this creates our reality.→ Making peace with our circumstances and taking responsibility for the present and future.→ Decoupling from the idea of ‘earning' love.→ How he arrived at a place of gratitude and joy post-addiction.→ The birth of an empire that would change his life: SunLife Organics.Connect with Khalil:InstagramSunLife OrganicsWebsiteSubscribe to the newsletterConnect with Cal:InstagramFacebookYouTubeWebsiteNewsletterReferences:• Revier Recovery• I Forgot to Die • Remembering to Live• Think and Grow Rich• As a Man Thinketh• Byron Katie• TK StretchingThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions
With a childhood defined by an almost endless barrage of abuse from the people closest to him, and an early adulthood filled with all manner of destructive coping mechanisms in response to those tragic early years, Khalil Rafati had a long road ahead of him to rewire his mind and direct his energy toward the good. From a life of family trauma, homelessness, substance abuse, and at one point being a convicted felon, Khalil has completely transformed his life. Today, Khalil is still addicted—only he has switched out the drugs and alcohol for superfoods and juices. His passion for health led him to found SunLife Organics, a rapidly growing chain of health food cafés with locations in California, Texas, and Arizona. He shares his unique approach to service, which includes allowing his staff to offer items on the house if the customer has recently fallen on hard times. “A lot of people come into SunLife not just for the human connection,” says Khalil. “A lot of people come into SunLife as a lighthouse in the storm.” Beyond the smoothies, Khalil believes that SunLife's customers come in to be loved, and his ultimate job is to shower them with the love, healing, and inspiration they crave. Follow Khalil @khalilrafati Follow SunLife Organics @sunlifeorganics Follow Chase @chase_chewning Episode resources: Save 20% with code EVERFORWARD on Organifi at http://organifi.com/everforward Learn more about Khalil and SunLife Organics at https://chasechewning.com/podcasts/episode/502
“I employ 300 people today. I've written a best selling book. I have traveled the world. I have lived a life beyond 10 lifetimes of my wildest wildest dreams, & guys… I am just getting warmed up.” - Khalil Rafati • Khalil Rafati joined me live from Aviator Nation in the heart of Austin, TX. Khalil is an incredible individual, & it was such a pleasure to talk to him. Khalil was a drug addict before turning his life around in his mid thirties. Khalil now is the owner of Sunlife Organics & several other successful companies. Khalil says he had to climb his way out of hell to be the man that he is today, & we are so glad that he is here. • Pain shapes us in ways that we can not deny. Instead of shying away we have an opportunity to lean in, discover more of ourselves, & ask ourselves how we can put such impactful lessons to good use. We have to take the time to ask ourselves how we can we use these experiences to help others. • Guest: @khalilrafati Businesses: @sunlifeorganics @malibubeachyoga • Bringing the conversation of community & culture to Austin, TX. Own your space. • Please give us a RATING & REVIEW if you enjoyed the episode & be sure to SUBSCRIBE! • Instagram: @eazy.does.it Email: evan.h.duvall@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, I'm speaking with Khalil Rafati. Khalil is a high school dropout, convicted felon, and former heroin and crack addict who wound up homeless by the age of 33. With nowhere to go but up, he decided it was time to get sober — and that's exactly what he did! Fast forward to today, Khalil is a bestselling author, speaker, and health and wellness entrepreneur. He is the founder and owner of SunLife Organics, a rapidly growing chain of health food cafés with locations in California, Texas, and Arizona. In our conversation, you'll hear Khalil's unbelievable journey from a homeless junkie, to learning to invest and becoming a millionaire! We talk about overcoming the poverty mindset, the power of surrender, and why billionaire John Paul Dejoria decided to invest $1 million into his business. That and a whole lot more! Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit JustinDonald.com/37 Free Gifts from Khalil Rafati! First juice purchase at Austin Sunlife Organics is on the house! Get a FREE copy of his book, I Forgot to Die, when visiting the Austin location. Limited to the first 25 listeners. Listen to the episode to find out how you can take advantage of this deal! Get the Lifestyle Investor Book! To get access to The Lifestyle Investor: The 10 Commandments of Cashflow Investing for Passive Income and Financial Freedom visit JustinDonald.com/book Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Lifestyle Investor, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, or wherever you listen, so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Justin Donald Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter
This week we have Khalil Rafati on the show. Khalil shares his incredible life story shifting from drug addict to successful entrepreneur. Khalil Rafati is a speaker, author, and health-and-wellness entrepreneur. Today, he is the owner of SunLife Organics, a rapidly growing chain of popular juice and smoothie bars in the United States. He is also the author of the best-selling book "I Forgot to Die" as well as his newest release: "Remembering to Live." He also founded Malibu Beach Yoga and Riviera Recovery, a transitional living facility for drug addicts and alcoholics. Sign of for my newsletter here: https://www.joe-hawley.com/ (https://www.joe-hawley.com/) To support the show and hear the extended episode subscribe to Quantum Coffee onhttps://quantumcoffee.supercast.tech/ ( Supercast). Want to watch this episode? Subscribe to myhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH-fGbXb-BCZ2d7c1LIXjdg ( Youtube Channel) If You Enjoy This Show Please Subscribe and Give Us a 5-Star Rating ★★★★★ and Review onhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/quantum-coffee-with-joe-hawley-podcast/id1526131260 ( Apple Podcasts) Connect with Khalil Personal Instagram |https://www.instagram.com/khalilrafati/ ( @khalilrafati) Business Instagram |https://www.instagram.com/sunlifeorganics/ ( @sunlifeorganics) Website |https://sunlifeorganics.com/ ( sunlifeorganics.com) Books |https://www.amazon.com/I-Forgot-Die-Khalil-Rafati/dp/1619613743/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=i+forgot+to+die&qid=1620242128&sr=8-1 ( I Forgot to Die) andhttps://www.amazon.com/Remembering-Live-Lessons-Learned-Crawling/dp/1734964200/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=i+forgot+to+die&qid=1620242144&sr=8-2 ( Remembering to Live) by Khalil Rafiti Connect with Joe Website |http://www.joe-hawley.com/ ( www.joe-hawley.com) Website |https://www.thehartcollective.com/ ( The Härt Collective) LinkedIn |http://linkedin.com/in/joe-hawley ( Joe Hawley) Instagram |https://www.instagram.com/joe.hawley/ ( @joe.hawley) Looking for remote work? Check outhttp://www.growmotely.com/?grsf=wqdmy1 ( growmotely.com) Former pro athlete? Looking for community? You're not alone. Check outhttps://manvandogblog.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=969247962f6f6290a6a25a27f&id=57d147c59e&e=f05c590f0c ( The Härt Collective). Check out my reality based podcast,https://www.lovenlifepodcast.com/ ( Love 'n Life) Checkhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-beyond-the-game/id1533171572 ( Life Beyond the Game), where I talk to former professional athletes about their transition out of sports ______________________________________ I love discussing the deeper questions of the universe like: Why are we here? Where are we going? How did we come to be? And when I look out into the world, I want to know, and hear from some incredible guests, how to make it a better place for all. On Quantum Coffee we will be curiously exploring the deeper, unanswerable questions of the universe, and how we can continue to work towards a brighter vision of the future. It's time to shift the collective story we've been telling about the world and continue exploring new possibilities through open conversations about our personal growth, connection and transformation into a higher way of being. What story do you want to tell? Together, we'll be finding out what our guests believe about the universe, the purpose of life, their ideas around God, and what they think happens after death. We'll also be discussing their personal journeys of transformation as well as any ideas that might help us shift the collective story of the world. Hold onto your space boots because I don't pretend to know the answers, but I sure love to explore the possibilities... Join me, as we take a sip of this Quantum Coffee. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS Special thanks to https://www.instagram.com/londrelle/ (@londrelle) for...
Khalil has an incredibly inspiring life story. He went from working with Hollywood stars and rock musicians to hitting rock bottom at 33. Homeless, addicted to heroin and cocaine, living on the streets of Los Angeles, a high school dropout, and convicted felon. His prospects seemed pretty slim. In 2003 he decided to get sober. A friend of his introduced him to juicing and superfoods and the results for him were instant. He felt life coming back to him and into his body. Wanting more of that, this gave him a purpose, which became his passion. Fast forward, after being able to travel the world discovering and learning everything he could about the best that nature could offer regarding nutritional ingredients he and his business partner in 2011 opened their first SunLife Organics location in southern California. A place that Khalil could share everything he's learned. Today they have multiple locations throughout the LA area and with another in Austin, TX. He tells his story in his first best-selling book "I Forgot To Die", which is available on Amazon. Khalil proves without a doubt that anything is possible with determination, purpose, passion, and a desire to make your life better than it was before. He's carved out a pretty sweet life for himself and continues to inspire people daily on his Instagram page and through his business accounts. It was my pleasure having Khalil on the podcast. For more information on Khalil, check his social accts: @khalilrafati @sunlifeorganics @malibubeachyoga --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/zachrance/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/zachrance/support
I’m here with Khalil Rafati, one of my favorite speakers and authors. He’s also an entrepreneur (are you surprised?!) and owns a chain of juice and smoothie bars I love, SunLife Organics. Khalil also owns Riviera Recovery, a transitional living facility for drug addicts and alcoholics, and this is a project of his for a …
I’m here with Khalil Rafati, one of my favorite speakers and authors. He’s also an entrepreneur (are you surprised?!) and owns a chain of juice and smoothie bars I love, SunLife Organics. Khalil also owns Riviera Recovery, a transitional living facility for drug addicts and alcoholics, and this is a project of his for a …
I’m here with Khalil Rafati, one of my favorite speakers and authors. He’s also an entrepreneur (are you surprised?!) and owns a chain of juice and smoothie bars I love, SunLife Organics. Khalil also owns Riviera Recovery, a transitional living facility for drug addicts and alcoholics, and this is a project of his for a …
In this episode, I have an incredible conversation with Khalil Rafati about his miraculous turnover from a homeless, strung out addict to a sober millionaire helping thousands of lives every day. Khalil is the owner of SunLife Organics, a health food chain in California, and the author of I Forgot to Die, which details his childhood trauma, his battle with drug addiction, and how he came out the other side. Khalil has also known Evan and I for about a decade (which is insane), but it’s been amazing seeing how much we’ve all evolved. TheOuai.com with code REALITY to receive 3 Free Samples with your order! OseaMalibu.com/Recovering for a $10 off your first purchase of $50 or more, Free shipping on US orders of $75+ and free samples with every order! LaurelSprings.com/Reality for your Waived Registration Fee Produced by Dear Media
#250: On this episode we sit down with our friend Khalil Rafati. This is Khalil's second appearance on the show. His first happens to be one of the most listened to episodes on the entire podcast. It can be found here and it's definitely worth a listen. Khalil Rafati is an author, speaker, and health-fitness entrepreneur. He is the owner of SunLife Organics and founded Riviera Recovery, a transitional living facility for drug addicts and alcoholics. On this episode we discuss forgiveness, empathy vs sympathy, how to banish insecurities, and how to have a meaningful existence. To listen to Khalil's first TSC episode click HERE To connect with Khalil Rafati click HERE To connect with Lauryn Evarts click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To Call the Him & Her Hotline call: 1-833-SKINNYS (754-6697) This episode is brought to you by OUAI OUAI was created by celebrity hairstylist Jen Atkin. Ouai crowdsourced and tested these formulas with their community and used real customer feedback to develop these shampoos and conditioners. With Biotin to strengthen hair, chia seed to thicken and volumize and keratin to reduce frizz and flyaways. All color safe, sulfate free, cruelty free, and sustainable. Shop new shampoos and conditioners at THEOUAI.COM and don't forget to use code SKINNY to receive 3 FREE samples with your order. This episode is brought to you by BIOSSANCE There is almost nothing better than renewing and taking care of your skin. Enter BIOSSANCE. We have discussed their products many times over the years and now we are even more excited to talk about their night serum. It is an extremely effective night serum that reduces the look of fine lines and wrinkles. It's so effective and can be used for all skin types. So check it out for yourself and use code LAURYN20 for 20% off at BIOSSANCE.COM Produced by Dear Media
Khalil is the founder/owner of Sunlife Organics and wrote a book called I Forgot To Die, chronicling his life as a former drug addict to becoming a successful entrepreneur. We chop it up good and talk about roid rage, open marriages and why you should drink more water.
In his 20’s Khalil Rafati left his small town with a dream of moving to Los Angeles and becoming famous. But by the time he was 33 he found himself living on LA’s notorious skid row, 109 lbs., homeless, and fueling a daily heroin and cocaine addiction. Today, at 49, Khalil is now a wildly successful entrepreneur and the face of his wellness brand, Sunlife Organics. What is it like to beg for money? Why did he finally get sober after 9 overdoses? The Khalil you will meet today has incredible wisdom and life lessons to share about addiction, the underbelly of recovery, hope and the power of kindness. Benefiting the Tashi Lhunpo Monastery Indiahttps://www.tashilhunpo.org/Are you following us yet on social? Find us on Instagram and Facebook @allthewiserpodcast. We're also on Twitter at @allthewiserpodHow are you enjoying the podcast so far? Email us at hello@allthewiserpodcast.com We love hearing from you! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Best of the Show! As The Balanced Blonde is on hiatus, today Jordan is re-releasing this awesome episode with Khalil Rafati. Jordan has been a huge fan of Khalil Rafati for many years! Back in 2011, Khalil started SunLife Organics, an incredibly healing juice company – Jordan used to go to their location in Malibu when it first opened! Jordan also recommends reading Khalil’s wildly beautiful book, I Forgot To Die, where Khalil shares his powerful journey of drug addiction, being homeless, and hitting the ultimate bottom of the barrel. Khalil truly embodies what it means to live a soul on fire life, and in this episode he shares the journey it’s been for him to get here. Jordan and Khalil also talk about his upbringing, what’s in store for his company, and SO much more. Jordan can’t wait for you to listen or re-listen to this conversation! Cured Nutrition (https://www.curednutrition.com) for 10% off. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://www.thebalancedblonde.com/podcast/ (http://www.thebalancedblonde.com/podcast/) Resources: Learn more: malibubeachyoga.com (http://www.malibubeachyoga.com) Instagram: @khalilrafati (https://www.instagram.com/khalilrafati/) Read: (https://www.amazon.com/I-Forgot-Die-Khalil-Rafati/dp/1619613743) The Balanced Blonde is a production of (http://crate.media)
I was introduced to Khalil Rafati and SunLife Organics through my friends at Rhone. I tried one of SunLifes amazing Bowls and heard a little bit about his story. Soon after I heard Khalil on the Skinny Confidential His & Her Podcast and knew I had to have him on Excuse the Disruption. Khalils story is one you think could only happen in the movies, and I couldn't do it any justice in this text, you will have to hear it straight from him. In our conversation he takes me down the path that lead him to rock bottom (an addict, felon, living on the streets homeless in LA) to his recovery, becoming sober and starting one of the most iconic wellness brands in LA (and soon to be nationwide). Regardless of where you are in life, what you have been through or what you have accomplished, I think you will get a lot out of this episode. If you want to learn more about Khalil, his Book or SunLife Organics see the links below. Hope you enjoy instagram.com/khalilrafati I Forgot Die (Book) sunlifeorganics
If you’ve ever struggled with substance abuse, or are the loved one of someone with addiction problems, today’s transformational episode is for you. We are joined with Khalil Rafati, author of I Forgot to Die, owner of SunLife Organics, and founder of the transitional living facility, Riviera Recovery. The son of immigrants, Khalil describes his childhood, especially school, as riddled with racism and bullying. At home, he dealt with violence, neglect, and sexual abuse, which triggered decades of self-hatred. Khalil found alcohol and marijuana at a young age, eventually dropped out of high-school, and found himself in a downward spiral of heroin and cocaine abuse. At 33 years old and 109 pounds, living on Skid Row in Los Angeles, he decided to get sober. He takes us back to the moment that he chose life over death and we get an in depth, raw look at his journey to overcome addiction.Khalil also shares his thoughts on money’s role in happiness,his relationship with God, and his love of crystals. Be on the lookout for his second book (working title of Remembering to Live) and upcoming documentary, as well as SunLife Organics smoothie/juice bars opening near you! We also talk about: Transforming life & health through food and nutrition Khalil’s rituals and self-care routine Astral projection experience as a child The dangers of EMF & ways to block it How media and music influence & desensitize us Find more to love at almost30podcast.com! Resources: Learn more: sunlifeorganics.com Instagram: @khalilrafati ; @iforgottodiebook Book: I Forgot to Die Upcoming Events: July 27th: San Francisco with Lacy Phillips August 17th: The Workshop by PodcastPro in Los Angeles with K + L Sponsors: Silver Fern | Use code ALMOST30 for 20% off your first order at silverfernbrand.com Cured Nutrition | ALMOST30 for $10 off $50 or more at curednutrition.com Calm | Get 25% off a Calm premium subscription at www.calm.com/almost30 Pair of Thieves | Use code ALMOST30 for 20% off first order at pairofthieves.com/almost30 Simple Contacts | Use code ALMOST to save $20 at simplecontacts.com/almost Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media
Jordan has been a huge fan of today’s guest, Khalil Rafati, for many years! Back in 2011, Khalil started SunLife Organics, an incredibly healing juice company– Jordan used to go their location in Malibu when it first opened! Jordan also recommends reading his wildly beautiful book, I Forgot To Die, where Khalil shares his powerful journey of drug addiction, being homeless, and hitting the ultimate bottom of the barrel. It’s so incredible to see where he is now compared to where he was. Khalil truly embodies what it means to live a soul on fire life, and in today’s episode, he shares the journey it’s been for him to get here. Jordan and Khalil also talk about his upbringing, what’s in store for his company, and SO much more. Jordan was so honored to be able to speak to such an inspirational human, and can’t wait for his story to deeply affect and inspire you! You know how much Jordan loves her probiotics! Silver Fern has the proper amount of strains of bacteria in their probiotic, so it can actually arrive alive in your intestinal tract. (That’s what you want!) Head on over to Silver Fern’s website and use the code BLONDE for 20% off your order. And don’t forget to listen to Silver Fern chief nutritionist Charity Lighten’s episode! Jordan just loves their probiotic, and the plant protein powder (it’s chocolate flavored!) To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://www.thebalancedblonde.com/podcast/ Resources: Learn more: (http://www.sunlifeorganics.com/) Instagram: @khalilrafati Read: I Forgot To Die 4 key topics for story stacks: How social media will rob your soul without you realizing it, creating vision boards, and his incredible book “I Forgot to Die.” The start of Khalil’s addictions + what his childhood was like, Chinese astrology (he’s a Rooster!), living on the streets of DTLA, and hitting rock bottom. What sparked the inspiration for SunLife Organics, using your diet to define your identity, and the amazing women in his life. Khalil’s challenge to you (to live your best life) and his spiritual practices. And so much more. The Balanced Blonde is a production of Crate Media
On the forefront series podcast today, Next|Health welcomes Khalil Rafati. Khalil is an author, bio hacker, entrepreneur and the founder of the health food, juice and smoothie store, Sunlife Organics. He also founded Riviera Recovery, a transitional living facility for drug addicts and alcoholics. Growing up life wasn’t easy for Khalil. As a child he suffered abuse that became one of the underlying factors that led him into a life of addiction. In this episode you’ll hear Khalil’s emotional and inspiring story of how he went from being a homeless drug addict, to healing his past and taking a deep dive into health. Key Takeaway: No matter how hard things get, it’s possible to change the direction of your life. Highlights: The life of a Crack and Heroin addict Believing in a living loving God Overcoming Physical and Sexual Abuse Manifesting your life – Inspired by The Secret Being hired by celebrities and Malibu’s elite Introduction to health food and supplements The self realization fellowship Moving from a drug addiction to a health addiction Opening Sunlife Organics Smoothie/Bowl creation – The Hurricane, The Bali Bowl and The Billion Dollar Bowl Bio hacking your home Next|Heath: Website: https://www.next-health.com/ Instagram: @next_health Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nexthealth Google +: https://plus.google.com/+NexthealthWellness Khalil Rafati: Websites: http://www.khalilrafati.com/ https://sunlifeorganics.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunlifeorganics/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sunlifeorganics/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsjCeJpbyGc5Fr5gE3LuG_w/feed I Forgot To Die: https://www.amazon.com/I-Forgot-Die-Khalil-Rafati/dp/1619613743 Dr. Darshan Shah: Website: https://www.drshah.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DarshanShahMD Making The Cut: https://www.drshah.com/making-the-cut.html
Khalil is author of “I Forgot to Die” and the founder/owner of SunLife Organics. From the ground up, he built the concept around offering the most nutrient dense, organic, plant-based food with a high value on convenience. Today they have 10 locations and 4 more babies on the way this year, with no intention of stopping any time soon. When you hear Khalil’s story, you’ll understand the intimately deep desire to surround himself with the healthiest things in this world, thus born SunLife Organics, and his yoga studio Malibu Beach Yoga. Homeless and addicted, Khalil hit a rock bottom that may seem impossibly irreversible. He’s redefined the word transformation, rewritten the story of a Phoenix rising. “If I can do it, you can” tends to fall short. There’s typically not enough information or inspiration behind those words to ignite the flame, but after hearing Khalil’s story and hearing him say just that, you WILL believe it. You WILL believe we are all birthed with infinite opportunity. https://sunlifeorganics.com https://www.malibubeachyoga.com https://www.amazon.com/I-Forgot-Die-Khalil-Rafati/dp/1619613743/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?crid=2MDXAT046H26Y&keywords=i+forgot+to+die+by+khalil+rafati&qid=1552581377&s=gateway&sprefix=i+forgot+to+%2Caps%2C241&sr=8-1-fkmrnull http://theswimmechanic.com/shop/goodr-x-smog-limited-edition-sunglasses
The "Billion Dollar Meal"... Take a look at the ingredients of just one of the culinary delights designed by my guest on today's podcast. Young Thai Coconut Meat Spinach Raw Cashew Butter Goat Colostrum Chlorophyll Whole Leaf Aloe Buffered Vitamin C Crystals Collagen Vitamineral Greens Silica Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate E3-Live (Brain-On) MCT Oil Four Sigmatic 10 Mushroom Blend (Reishi, Chaga, Cordyceps, Enokitake, Maitake, Shiitake, Lion's Mane, Tremella, Agaricus Blazei, and Meshima) Rice Bran Solubles Hemp Milk From the Billion Dollar Meal above, to the Million Dollar Smoothie, to my son's favorite - "The Dragon Bowl" - and beyond, Khalil Rafati features an amazing assortment of superfood creations at his "" juice and smoothie bar spread across California. But Khalil hasn't always been a health freak who creates very expensive smoothies. He went to Los Angeles in the 1990s and had it all. He was working with Hollywood movie stars and legendary rock musicians. But it wasn't long before he found his way into the sordid underbelly of the City of Angels. At 33, Khalil hit rock bottom. He was addicted to heroin and cocaine, overtaken by paranoia and psychosis, and written off by his friends and family. He was 109 pounds, a convicted felon, high school dropout, and homeless junkie living on the infamous Skid Row in downtown L.A. So how does someone with nothing, who feels like they deserve nothing, and who just wants to end it all turn their life around? What's the best way out of a hole? Quit digging. Khalil's book "" is an incredible true story of pain, suffering, addiction and redemption. How one man ultimately conquered his inner demons and wrote a new life story. Today, Khalil is the owner of Malibu Beach Yoga and SunLife Organics, a rapidly growing chain of popular juice and smoothie bars in California. He also founded Riviera Recovery, which is a transitional living facility for drug addicts and alcoholics. Among the many things Khalil and I talked about: -How to guarantee a celebrity won't want you around them...7:30 In most cases, Khalil's travel lifestyle is very upscale; he is hired for his culinary expertise. "You don't need to be special; you just need to be transparent." If you want to guarantee a celebrity will never be friends with you, ask for a selfie. They just want to be normal. Oftentimes isolated from the rest of the world. People are enamored with Khalil's transparent approach to telling his story. -The story behind the "Billion Dollar Meal" and the "Million Dollar Smoothie"...15:10 Khalil is a devoted Ben Greenfield disciple Most recipes at Sunlife Organics are Khalil's The recipes were just what he was eating, and people asked him what he was eating. Smoothie is vegan Eat for purpose, versus for pleasure Has become the best version of himself -How I treated a problematic erection with fermented beet juice...21:30 Recommended by The efficacy of the treatment -The story behind (or that led to) Khalil's book, "I Forgot to Die"...26:00 Rough childhood Abuse, neglect Acted out; shame; desperate for attention Arrested several times as a teenager; major legal trouble by age 21 Drove to CA with $800 to his name. Drove to CA with $800 to his name Started detailing biz; net several A-list celebrities as clients Began dealing drugs Quickly lost everything; lived under a bridge; self-induced psychosis 33 years old, bottomed out. Charity: Failed musician's assistance program Did menial jobs; saved funds Invested in precious metals Opened Riviera Recovery (when gold maxed in price) Opened Sunlife Organics, capital provided by Rick Solomon -Why Khalil's menu is a good value, in spite of the high price...37:50 Extraordinary quality of ingredients Khalil can buy in bulk; can't buy on your own for less at a Whole Foods Coco Yo coconut milk yogurt (link needed) -Does money buy happiness?...45:15 Enables freedom Enables purchases that bring happiness (like $35 smoothies) $50,000 out of pocket costs for the book Attracts a desirable mate "I lived without money for decades and it sucked." Tells kids, "Being wealthy, giving, being a person of influence is a better high than shooting crack." -Ben and Khalil's thoughts on modern methods (NAD, ketamine) of addiction recovery...53:30 -And MUCH more... Resources from this episode: -Book: - - - - - - -The holotropic breathwork audio course by The Renegade Pharmacist Ben mentions -The Clearlight infrared sauna that Ben and Khalil use -Peak Brain Institute Episode Sponsors: Come check out the fabulous Christmas specials we're running starting Dec. 13, the day this podcast is released. I recommend the , which is what I use everyday as part of my routine. - Looking for the perfect holiday gift? What about a classy, chic watch? Get 15% off your MVMT watch, with free shipping and free returns. - Unbreakable clothing. Don't need board shorts in the winter? Check out their fashionable winter garb. Get 10% off your order when you use discount code "ben". - High potency, 93.9% pure omega-3 supports heart, joints, muscles & mind. Get 60% off a one month supply when you use my link. Do you have questions, thoughts or feedback for Khalil or me? Leave your comments at http://bengreenfieldfitness.com/iforgottodie and one of us will reply!
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A vulnerable episode that shows how the power of life and truth can allow you to unlock the simplicity of owning it! This is how the POWER of POSSESSION - as in living a life of honesty and truth within your soul - can transform any goal / dream to reality. I get emotional - I share a true story, something that hits close to home and reveals that "life can be short" , YOU can make the most of every single second. I talk about change and why it feels like such a mystery at times. I share about the agonizing connection it can have on our hearts and breath. It can clench us SO tightly that often at times can prevent us to actually making a change due to fear of that unknown. Now THAT'S spooky! My simple advice: Do one thing a day that scares you. Make the CHOICE - count to ten and make it, don't over think it... Guide your life. No one can live your life but YOU! And when in doubt, listen to how releasing "control" to a higher power can have profound savior like qualities! Sip on something that will ease your stresses and fear of change or lack of control... Get your special goods from my favorite adaptogen + superfood brand: PURCHASE your POTIONS + SUPERFOODS Kiss Kiss, Hug Hug - Much of Many my little honesters! This is True Food for Thought + I'm Just Bein' Honest... Always. xoxo kb Please subscribe to our PODCAST on iTunes and give us a 5 star rating - We would be honored and so grateful. www.JustBeinHonest.com Show Sponsor : SUN POTION - Get a full assortment of adaptogen essentials to boost your stamina and strengthen your health! Would you like a discount? Please contact ME via EMAIL for your JBH check out code! katherine@justbeinhonest.com {Please send me an E-mail for more JBH INSIDER deals!} katherine@justbeinhonest.com
This is a true story. Khalil Rafati DIED, and then... he was rejected from the "dark side". Given a second chance to face the world and CHANGE! From cocaine addict to cacao expert! From heroin dependent to hempseed hero! From skid row habitant to living with SUNLIFE or better yet, the sunny side of life! Yes, an abusive childhood and extreme lack of self-esteem brought Khalil on the fast track to spiraling down to a dead beat lifestyle. He died. But then, he forgot to completely disappear. Now he is BACK and has created a high vibrational company with a larger message attached to it: "BE HERE NOW". I have to admit something. I too feel at times as though I am struggling in this life. I know that I am completely and utterly very fortunate - but one cannot help feelings, am I right? Khalil's objective is to go beyond the task of simply "making smoothies" - He wants to create a space of health and hope. "It was tough, but by the grace of God I am alive and happy now. I am grateful to be where I am and would not be in the position I am in had I not gone through all that pain. Strange paradox, but my reality nonetheless. That's why I chose the pink lotus as the symbol for SunLife Organics. From the mud and the darkness grows a beautiful flower. That's why I chose the name SunLife. Life in the Sun. It's not just a catchy name and logo, it's who we are." A bit about Khalil's journey through this interview: **"In 2003, I had reached the peak of suffering the high cost of low living. I was 33 years old, weighed 109 pounds and was living on the streets of Skid Row in downtown Los Angeles, addicted to heroin and cocaine. With nowhere to go but up, I decided to get sober. Although the future started looking brighter, I was still smoking a pack of cigarettes a day, eating junk food and drinking copious amounts of coffee and energy drinks. I always felt completely drained and devoid of energy. Depression was a constant. I was soon introduced to juicing and superfoods by a friend of mine. The results were remarkable and instantaneous. I began to feel alive again— my anxiety quickly replaced by excitement and a renewed lust for life. I started getting more and more adventurous in my kitchen, trying to find a way to make all these amazing natural remedies more palatable, even crave-able, so they would be a part of my daily routine that I looked forward to. So began my journey (some would say obsession) with finding and consuming the best products nature has to offer. I travelled extensively all over India, Indonesia and Central America, constantly asking questions, learning everything I could from gurus to surf bums, Ayurvedic doctors to street vendors. Here in the States, I explored what traditional Western medicine had to offer. I also went to longevity specialists, as well as a handful of so-called ‘healers’. In the end, I found that the truth was not much different than what most people’s grandmothers advised: ‘eat your fruits and veggies’. By eating a diet of organic whole foods— with the addition of some superfoods, regular exercise, a lot of love and compassion from friends and neighbors, and a daily practice of trying to do good deeds for others without getting caught— I found that I didn’t need a guru or ‘healer’ or Western medicine to recover. In 2011, after joining forces with my business partner Hayley Gorcey, we opened the doors to the first SunLife Organics in Malibu, California with a simple mission: to love, heal and inspire. We wanted to share with our friends, neighbors and members of the community an opportunity to experience what I had— to provide access to true nourishment. We wanted a place where people could go for organic juices, organic smoothies, organic salads, organic everything really. But beyond that, we wanted a place where we could come together and re-connect as a community, away from our iPads, smartphones, and "social networks"; a place to elevate the human spirit and help us get back to basics. We wanted to hire kids from the local community and provide a fun, safe and sober environment for them to learn, grow and thrive. Every day, we aim to provide the best example we can for operating a business with the well being of people and the planet in mind. SunLife Organics isn’t a juice bar. It’s an experience fueled by the simple but profound joy of human connection and an unrelenting commitment to quality. We hope to see you soon." Khalil Rafati Founder - SunLife Organics** To find out more about Khalil's story, check out his book: I Forgot To Die Want to connect on Instagram with Khalil? Instagram: @khalilrafati @sunlifeorganics @iforgottodiebook @malibubeachyoga Facebook: I Forgot to Die SunLife Organics Are you ready to start making better lifestyle choices? II am here to guide you - for all of your needs. Please email me at: katherine@justbeinhonest.com to schedule the start of your transformation. Get your special goods from my favorite adaptogen + superfood brand: PURCHASE your POTIONS + SUPERFOODS Kiss Kiss, Hug Hug - Much of Many my little honesters! This is True Food for Thought + I'm Just Bein' Honest... Always. xoxo kb Please subscribe to our PODCAST on iTunes and give us a 5 star rating - We would be honored and so grateful. www.JustBeinHonest.com Show Sponsor : SUN POTION - Get a full assortment of adaptogen essentials to boost your stamina and strengthen your health! Would you like a discount? Please contact ME via EMAIL for your JBH check out code! katherine@justbeinhonest.com {Please send me an E-mail for more JBH INSIDER deals!} katherine@justbeinhonest.com
Our guest Khalil Rafati has defied all odds and risen from the ashes defeat, as a homeless, heroin-addicted, street urchin to become one of the most successful and influential figures on the Southern California health and wellness scene. After spending his early life circling the drain of complete failure in the downward spiral of acute drug addiction, Khalil eventually found the salvation of recovery, and within a few short years has been able to accomplish an astonishing level of success through his rapidly expanding juice bar empire, Sunlife Organics, and the ever-trendy Malibu Beach Yoga. In this heartfelt and ultra-inspiring two-part interview, we learn what life was like for Khalil at rock bottom, and ultimately how he has been able to apply universal principles of spirituality and health to achieve the impossible- a life of abundance, peace, and prosperity. You will learn the secrets of what it takes to transform your life and to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles along the way. If you or someone you know has struggled with an addiction of any kind, please do yourself, me, and this show a favor by sharing this life-changing show with them. Episode breakdown: The moment when grace entered his life and enabled him to stop drugs and alcohol God, prayer & spiritual pride Spiritual integrity and owning your shit Surrender and his piecemeal relationship with God On being of service and doing good deeds without getting caught Passion vs. purpose: making a difference Being a conscious employer, sharing the profits, and affecting young lives in a profound way How diet, superfoods, herbs and biohacking assist in maintaining sobriety Learning how to handle money and personal finances after a lifetime of addiction and avoiding debting and compulsive spending Current struggles: losing the need for attention and public approval in your life and on social media Lifestyle recommendations Episode Resources: Bob Forest David Hawkins To your success, Luke PS: Make sure to catch Part One of this chat! THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: FourSigmatic:Melt away stress, boost immunity, relax & sleep deeper, improve productivity, increase brain power, get stimulation without jitters. Sound like all the good stuff you want? Welcome to the medicinal fungi kingdom with FourSigmatic's highest quality mushroom & herbs in little packets of magical power that you can add to your coffee or warm drink. Your discount hookup is 15% off when you use "THELIFESTYLIST" coupon code. AND... HumanCharger: Sun In Your Pocket. The ultimate biohacking device to increase energy levels, mood, mental alertness and the effects of jet lag. How? The device shoots white light into your ear canal which hits the photosensitive areas of your brain and activates the creation of serotonin, dopamine and adrenaline. Basically the chemicals that your brain makes to keep you feeling awake and good. It’s light therapy technology and has been used since the 80s. Here’s your discount coupon hookup: “STOREY20” for 20% off. HELP SUPPORT THIS SHOW! Starting and growing a podcast requires a ton of time, energy, and money. Do you appreciate this information, and want to support my mission to deliver as much life enhancing information as possible to as many people as possible? The easiest, and most effective way you can help is to do this: 1. Go to Lukestorey.com/support and donate towards show production costs 2. Subscribe to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 3. Write us a review in iTunes 4. Share this show with 1 friend right now You’d be amazed how much these four simple steps do to help us grow! Here’s the magic link for reviews. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for listening, and joining me on this journey we call life.
Our guest Khalil Rafati has defied all odds and risen from the ashes defeat, as a homeless, heroin-addicted, street urchin to become one of the most successful and influential figures on the Southern California health and wellness scene. After spending his early life circling the drain of complete failure in the downward spiral of acute drug addiction, Khalil eventually found the salvation of recovery, and within a few short years has been able to accomplish an astonishing level of success through his rapidly expanding juice bar empire, Sunlife Organics, and the ever-trendy Malibu Beach Yoga. In this heartfelt and ultra-inspiring two-part interview, we learn what life was like for Khalil at rock bottom, and ultimately how he has been able to apply universal principles of spirituality and health to achieve the impossible- a life of abundance, peace, and prosperity. You will learn the secrets of what it takes to transform your life and to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles along the way. If you or someone you know has struggled with an addiction of any kind, please do yourself, me, and this show a favor by sharing this life-changing show with them. Episode breakdown: I Forgot To Die - the book's long journey Discussing fears, insecurities, self-sabotage, imposter syndrome Neil Strauss' influence, to Khalil and the world His path to sobriety Raw, and unedited talk about the dark world of addictions Awakening to suffering, and a new approach The amazing story of how the book takes off Past traumas and redemption What makes us do drugs in the first place? Childhood trauma or we just enjoy getting high? Psilocybin mushroom and MDMA: Khalil's allies for dissipating anger Rising from the ashes: overcoming negative thoughts, and using his pain to be the greatest version of himself To your success, Luke PS: Don’t forget to catch Part Two of this epic, marathon interview this Friday! THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: FourSigmatic: Melt away stress, boost immunity, relax & sleep deeper, improve productivity, increase brain power, get stimulation without jitters. Sound like all the good stuff you want? Welcome to the medicinal fungi kingdom with FourSigmatic's highest quality mushroom & herbs in little packets of magical power that you can add to your coffee or warm drink. Your discount hookup is 15% off when you use "THELIFESTYLIST" coupon code. AND... HumanCharger: Sun In Your Pocket. The ultimate biohacking device to increase energy levels, mood, mental alertness and the effects of jet lag. How? The device shoots white light into your ear canal which hits the photosensitive areas of your brain and activates the creation of serotonin, dopamine and adrenaline. Basically the chemicals that your brain makes to keep you feeling awake and good. It’s light therapy technology and has been used since the 80s. Here’s your discount coupon hookup: “STOREY20” for 20% off. HELP SUPPORT THIS SHOW! Starting and growing a podcast requires a ton of time, energy, and money. Do you appreciate this information, and want to support my mission to deliver as much life enhancing information as possible to as many people as possible? The easiest, and most effective way you can help is to do this: 1. Go to Lukestorey.com/support and donate towards show production costs 2. Subscribe to the show by clicking “subscribe” in iTunes 3. Write us a review in iTunes 4. Share this show with 1 friend right now You’d be amazed how much these four simple steps do to help us grow! Here’s the magic link for reviews. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for listening, and joining me on this journey we call life.
Entrepreneur Khalil Rafati is arguably the least likely entrepreneur out there. Many years ago, the former heroin and crack addict left Toledo, Ohio after getting into some serious scrapes with the law. He ended up living in a shed in Malibu where he and a roommate shot drugs by the light generated by Fast Times at Ridgemont High (which they played over and over again on a VCR that was powered by electricity they were siphoning from next door). Finally washing ashore at Pasadena Recovery Center, Rafati got sober but still found himself unfulfilled and awash with anxiety and the feeling that his life wasn't happening the way he'd hoped. After filling up on Tony Robbins and getting inspired by Oprah, he set about changing that, opening first a Malibu Sober Living and then SunLife Organics, a juice shop that had lines out the door from day one and has now spread to numerous other locations. Now Rafati is sharing his unlikely success story in his just released memoir, I Forgot to Die (available on Amazon as well as at SunLife). In this episode, we discuss what happens when a combination of ecstasy and pills changes your life, what it feels like to be able to buy your mom a house and how to let go of the sad story you tell yourself, among many other topics.
Sunlife Organics founder Khalil Rafati returns to This Life to talk about his book, "I Forgot To Die", chronicling his journey from heroin addict to successful juicing entrepeneur. Outro Music “Everything About You” by IAMWE, from the EP Love And Loss, available on iTunes. This episode is sponsored by Bergametna.com and Drdrew.com
DJ SKEE - Founder & CEO of Dash RadioSheevaun Moran - President and Chief Energy Officer of Energetic Solutions, Inc.Greg Reid - Founder of Secret Knock Jeff Matlow - Founder & CEO of I Am AthleteBrian Nickerson - CoFounder & CEO of MagicLinksKhalil Rafati - Founder & Owner of SunLife OrganicsBrian D. Evans - Founder & CEO of Influencive
DJ SKEE - Founder & CEO of Dash RadioSheevaun Moran - President and Chief Energy Officer of Energetic Solutions, Inc.Greg Reid - Founder of Secret Knock Jeff Matlow - Founder & CEO of I Am AthleteBrian Nickerson - CoFounder & CEO of MagicLinksKhalil Rafati - Founder & Owner of SunLife OrganicsBrian D. Evans - Founder & CEO of Influencive
Eric Espinosa - Founder & CEO of Do Good MafiaGerry T. Morton - President/CEO of EnergyFirstDennis Yu - CTO of BlitzMetricsCourtney Jones Louks - CoFounder & CEO of Sweat Cosmetics, Inc.Lisa Dolan - CoFounder & CEO of Angel Intelligence, Inc.Khalil Rafati - Founder & Owner of SunLife Organics
Eric Espinosa - Founder & CEO of Do Good MafiaGerry T. Morton - President/CEO of EnergyFirstDennis Yu - CTO of BlitzMetricsCourtney Jones Louks - CoFounder & CEO of Sweat Cosmetics, Inc.Lisa Dolan - CoFounder & CEO of Angel Intelligence, Inc.Khalil Rafati - Founder & Owner of SunLife Organics
“I’m a high school dropout. I’m a convicted felon. I can’t spell. I can’t type. I was homeless. I shot dope into my veins and I am not ashamed of any of that stuff because that’s what I had to do to survive… Whatever it is that you are suffering from, you can change. And you can change in such a profound way that within a short period of time you wont even recognize yourself anymore.”Khalil RafatiToday my good friend Khalil Rafati returns to the podcast.Most would call Khalil a successful wellness entrepreneur. SunLife Organics, his growing chain of organic juice bar cafés, can be seen popping up all over Southern California with more on the horizon.But it wasn't that long ago that the only thing Khalil was successful at was getting high in the dark underbelly of the City of Angels.Addicted to shooting heroin and smoking crack, Khalil was soon overtaken by paranoia and psychosis and written off by friends and family. When he finally hit bottom, Khalil was 33 years old and 109 pounds, a convicted felon, high school dropout, and homeless junkie living in a cardboard box on the infamous Skid Row in downtown L.A.At the time, Khalil was hell bent on dying. But God, the Universe or whatever you want to call it had different plans. He didn't just live — he repaired his life wholesale. A miracle of sobriety. Miracle.So how does someone with nothing, who feels like they deserve nothing, and who just wants to end it all turn their life around?Khalil’s story is nothing short of astounding, trumped only by his ability to tell it. So if you missed his first appearance on the show, listen up here.Today he drops by the podcast studio to pick up where we left off — a tale recently canonized in his recently released memoir I Forgot To Die* — an incredible true story of pain, suffering, addiction and redemption and how one man ultimately conquered his demons and wrote himself a new life story.So let's hear all about it. I sincerely hope you enjoy this conversation with one of my favorite people.Peace + Plants,Listen & Subscribe on iTunes | Soundcloud | StitcherSHOW NOTESConnect With Khalil: FacebookNow available— I Forgot to Die* is an incredible true story of pain, suffering, addiction and redemption.SunLife Organics is a juice bar offering organic juice, smoothies, frozen yogurt, coffee, supplements, superfood snacks and more. To learn more visit SunLifeOrganics.com & follow on Instagram.Background, Context & Reference:* Book: See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Khalil Rafati is the owner of Malibu Beach Yoga as well as SunLife Organics, a series of popular juice and smoothie bars. After many years of drug addiction and severe depression, Khalil discovered juicing, yoga and meditation. He began to experience miraculous changes in his physical and emotional well-being. It became his personal mission to love, heal and inspire.Being hailed as “Sex and the City for Food,” The Food Heals Podcast brings together experts in the field of nutrition, health and healing to teach you the best-kept natural secrets to being a hotter, healthier, happier YOU!The Food Heals Podcast is hosted by Allison Melody and Suzy Hardy – two self-proclaimed natural chicks who will rock your world and change your beliefs about health! This sexy, savvy duo provides eco-friendly advice on a variety of issues including the healing power of nutrition, living authentically, turning your passion into your career, choosing the best natural health and beauty products, the benefits of a plant-based diet and so much more!Upcoming and past guests include Sophie Uliano, Whitney Lauritsen, Jason Wrobel, Kimberly Van Der Beek, John Salley, Kerri Kasem, Joe Cross and MORE! Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss out on any of these incredible episodes!
If you know my story, you know it involves a descent into alcoholism, followed by a hard fought battle to achieve and maintain sobriety. Recovery saved my life, straight up, no exaggeration. To this day it remains — and will always remain — my number one priority.I don't talk it about it often on the podcast, but I think it's an important subject to raise and discuss, particularly as we head into the holidays — an acutely perilous time for the millions who, alone, isolated and ashamed, privately battle these demons.Meet Khalil Rafati, founder of Sunlife Organics– friend, fellow recovery warrior and amazing living example of the profound resiliency of the human body, mind and spirit. Not only has Khalil overcome unimaginable obstacles to survive, he has defied all odds and miraculously repaired his life wholesale. A soul now devoted to the service of others, his primary focus on giving back what was so freely given him.Prepare to have your mind blown.Khalil's tale is nothing short of astounding. From the depths of absolute despair, homeless & hopelessly gripped by heroin addiction, Khalil was hell bent on dying. And yet somehow, by way of a grace outside himself, Khalil came out the other side. Not just intact, but repaired. He didn't just find sobriety. He found his true life purpose.Today I am so proud to share my friend's journey. Behind all the raw intensity and earnest honesty and vulnerability, it is a story I think we can all celebrate. A story of the impossible. And at its heart, the story of true redemptive power of the human condition.Open your mind and heart and let Khalil inspire you. I can guarantee that after listening to this profound and at times extremely intense conversation, you will understand that all the illusory excuses that imprison and prevent you from growth, health and self-actualization will seem trivial.For those that are suffering, this one's for you. Please know that all is not lost. There is a solution. And there is hope. Always hope.NOTE: In addition to the extreme intensity of the subject matter discussed, this episode also contains a few instances of explicit language. So if you're listening with the wee ones or at work, pop in the ear buds. Nothing to crazy, just a head's up for the more sensitive members of the audience.And should you find yourself in Los Angeles, do me a solid. Drop by one of Khalil's Sunlife Organics juice bars (on Pt. Dume in Malibu and in Thousand Oaks at The Lakes), order a green juice (or the Wolverine smoothie — my favorite) and give Khalil a high five.I sincerely hope you enjoy the show. I'm really proud of this one.HOW CAN I SUPPORT THE PODCAST?1. TELL A FRIEND! (Self-explanatory)2. SHARE ONLINE! (Also self-explanatory)3. SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW the show on iTunes, Stitcher and Soundcloud and TuneIn.4. DONATE: Check out the DONATE button on the right hand margin or click HERE to learn more. We even accept Bitcoin!5. DOWNLOAD THE NEW MOBILE APP! Now you can access, stream, download and share the entire RRP catalog in the palm of your hand on any iOS mobile device (iPhone, See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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